Trinity Christian College Music Scholarships
Renewable music scholarships available for both music majors and non-majors. Based on academics, audition, essay and recommendations. Awards range from $500 to $3,000 annually. Brochures available from Mrs. Van Loo.

Art Institute Scholarships
Design, fashion, photography, culinary and general scholarships available for students who will be attending one of 50 Art Institute schools in the U.S and Canada. Additional information available at : http://www.artinstitutes.edu/area-of-study/pdfViewer.html

Cosmetology Scholarships
Listing of a variety of cosmetology scholarships : http://www.studentgrants.org/cosmetology-grants/ Requirements and deadlines dependent upon specific scholarship.

2012 Best Buy Scholarships Program
Twelve hundred $1,000 scholarships available for students in grades 9-12 who plan to enter an accredited two-year, four-year or technical college full-time after HS graduation. Based on academics, plus community service or work experience. Information and application found at : https://bestbuy.scholarshipamerica.org/

R. H. Thomson Memorial Engineering Scholarship
For U.S. students who plan to attend a four-year college and pursue a career in civil engineering. Based on academics, recommendations, career goals, work, education and life experiences, school activities and interview. $5,000, payable over four years. Application available in print or online at : www.SeattleASCE.org/careers/scholarships

FFA Scholarships
One thousand FFA scholarships available. Criteria dependent upon specific award. Information and application available at : https://www.ffa.org/programs/grantsandscholarships/Scholarships/Pages/default.aspx#

Whatcom County Student Athlete Todd Curran Memorial Scholarships
Two scholarships available to graduating Whatcom County high school seniors. Requirements include involvement in both sports and community service activities and at least a 3.0 GPA. Based also on recommendations and written statement. $5,000 ($1,000 a year for up to five years).

Buick Achievers Scholarship Program
One hundred scholarships available to students entering college full-time for the 2012-2013 year or existing college students. The award consists of $25,000 per year for up to 4 years or 5 years for a qualified engineering program. Additional scholarships include $2,000 one-time awards for 1,000 students. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, plan to major in the the area of Engineering/Technology or select Design and Business-related programs of study and be interested in pursuing a career in the automotive or a related industry. Based on academics and financial need, participation and leadership in school and community activities, and work experience. Apply online at : https://buickachievers.scholarshipamerica.org/

Washington State School Retirees' Scholarships
For graduating seniors who are committed to entering the teaching profession (classroom teacher, school counselor, communications disorder specialist, school counselor, reading specialist, librarian, etc.). Based on academics, test scores, school and community activities, leadership, and recommendations. Eight scholarships of $1,500. Application available online at : www.wssra.org See Mrs. Van Loo for username and password.

Robert J. Handy Pemco Memorial Scholarships
For graduating seniors who are committed to entering the teaching profession (classroom teacher, school counselor, communications disorder specialist, school counselor, reading specialist, librarian, etc.). Based on academics, test scores, school and community activities, leadership, and recommendations. Sixteen scholarships of $900 per year, renewable for a total of four years. Application available online at : www.wssra.org See Mrs. Van Loo for username and password.

United Steel Workers Local 12-591 Fallen Workers Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships available to graduating seniors in Whatcom, Island, Skagit and Snohomish counties who plan to further their education at a two, four-year, or vocational/technical college. Essay required on the subject : What role has American Labor played in Health and Safety in the workplace and how can it be improved upon? Applications available at : http://www.usw12-591.org/scholarships.html

Marine Corps Foundation Scholarships
Scholarships available to graduating high school seniors who are sons or daughters of an active duty, reserve or veteran U.S. Marine or U.S. Navy Corpsmen and who will pursue a bachelor's degree or certificate at an accredited four-year, two-year or technical college. 2.0 GPA required. Information and application available at : http://www.mcsf.org/

Ewing C. Kelly Foundation Scholarships
Awards available to graduating U.S. seniors or students with a green card who plan to attend college and who demonstrate good citizenship while striving to attain their academic goals. Based on academic merit, personal statement, school and community extra-curricular achievements, and financial need. Minimum test scores required : ACT, 20; SAT, 1400. Fifty scholarships of $2,500 available. Find application on the Forms page.

Washington State Employees Credit Union Scholarships
Scholarships available to graduating seniors who plan to attend a four-year, two-year or vocational/technical college full-time in the fall of 2012. $2,000 scholarships for recipients attending four-year colleges or graduate school and $1,000 awards for recipients attending two-year or vocational schools. Based on academics, financial need, school and community involvement, recommendations and essays. Must be a member of WSECU. Information and application available at : http://www.wsecu.org/x1854.xml

Kohl’s Cares Scholarships
Scholarship available for U.S. citizens age 6-18 who have volunteered in an exceptional way within the past year. Winners (store, regional and national)are chosen based on the project, benefits and the outcome. Questions about the nomination process? See Mrs. Van Loo. Information available at : www.kohlskids.com

American Justice Essay Scholarship
Essay competition for HS seniors on the topic : Do caps on monetary damages undermine the 7th amendment right to trial by jury? Scholarship application and guidelines available at : http://www.washingtonjustice.org/scholarship

Washinton State Association for Justice President's Scholarship
Scholarships available to Washington State resident HS seniors who plan to work towards a college degree. Based on academics, financial need, and achievement despite overcoming disability, injury or other significant challenges. Other requirements include a record of helping people in need, and a commitment to applying your education towards helping people. Application and guidelines available at : http://www.washingtonjustice.org/scholarship

Matt Herzog Memorial Scholarship
For a student who plans to attend an accredited Washington State college/university full-time beginning in the fall of 2012 and who plans to pursue a career in law enforcement, criminal justice or a related field. Based on essay, recommendations, academics and participation in school and community activities. One $2,000 award. Scholarship application can be found at lyncs.org under Forms.

U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program
Forty $1,000 scholarships awarded in a random drawing are available to high school seniors who will be attending a four-year college or to college undergraduates. Apply online at : usbank.com/scholarship

Van Bobbit Master Gardener Scholarship
One $1,000 award available to Washington State graduating senior who will study horticulture, botany or a related field and who plans to attend an accredited college. Based on recommendations, academics, career goals, school and community activities. Applicant must be sponsored by a Washington State County Master Gardener program.

Chelsey Ebert Memorial Basketball Scholarship
Scholarship available to a senior girl basketball player-one $144 award for each Whatcom County High School. Based on basketball participation, academic achievement, leadership, community service, career goals and statements about what you have given and received through your basketball experiences.

Hoksbergen Scholarships
Two scholarships available to graduating LCHS seniors who plan to attend a Christian college. Based on academics, school and community involvement and financial need. Essay required on how your Christian principles have affected your life experiences and learning, and in what manner your faith and learning affects your academic, vocational, spiritual, and family goals as a Christian adult. One $6,000 award, consisting of an initial scholarship of $1,500, renewable for three additional years, and one $3,000 award, with an initial scholarship of $1,500, renewable for one year. Return completed application to Mrs. Van Loo. Find application on the Forms page.

Mt. Baker Rotary Scholarships
Mt. Baker Rotary Scholarships-Four-year, community college and vocational scholarships available to graduating seniors from LCHS, LHS, NVHS, MBHS and MHS. Based on community involvement, academics, leadership, financial need, extra curricular activities and unusual family circumstances. Scholarship application available at lyncs.org under Forms.

AES Scholarships
Scholarships available to graduating seniors and all students who are or will attend a post secondary school. Students must submit an essay of no more than 1000 words in answer to the following question: What are your dreams for your future? When you look back on your life in thirty years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? Submit essay to : scholarships@aesengineers.com

Imagine America Foundation Scholarships
Up to five $1,000 scholarships available to graduating LCHS seniors who will enter a program at specific career colleges. Based on academics (2.5 GPA required), financial need and demonstrated voluntary community service in senior year. Career schools include Gene Juarez Academy, Everest College, DigiPen Institute of Technology, the Art Institute of Seattle, Wyoming Tech and many more throughout the US. For information and application see : http://www.imagine-america.org/highschoolscholarships/apply-now