Scholarships Search

Ada Mook Memorial Scholarship

Graduating student must have been accepted at a 4-year educational institution majoring in Elementary Education; minimum GPA of 2.5.

Allison Rene Prehn Memorial Scholarship

A full-time student who is a resident of Freeport. This award is not given for academics or highest GPA but for general accomplishments, likeliness and determination to succeed. Financial need may be a consideration.

Alumni Scholarship

Full-time sophomore at HCC. Student must demonstrate community, civic or volunteer involvement. Preference to resident of HCC District.

Anonymous Dual Credit Scholarship

Preference to African American students and students who are currently attending Freeport High School. Must maintain a 2.0 GPA or better. Financial need will be a consideration.

Anonymous Scholarship

Preference to African American students and students who attended Freeport High School or Aquin. Must maintain a 2.0 GPA or better. Financial need may be a consideration.

Barbara Revenaugh-Garcia Memorial

Full-time student enrolled at HCC. First preference to Computer Science major; second preference to Animal Science major; in GPA 2.5. Financial need may be a consideration.

Becky Werner Memorial Scholarship

Student graduating from Stockton High School.

Betty and Ray Stamm Memorial Nursing Scholarship

Full-time student enrolled in Nursing (not to include CNA). First preference will be given to residents of Lena-Winslow, second preference to resident of HCC district.

Betty and Ray Stamm Scholarship for Nursing Center Employees

Student must be working in the HCC district at one of the local Nursing Center facilities and enrolled in HCC healthcare program

Betty and Roger Dornink Memorial Scholarship

Full-time sophomore students residing in rural areas of Highland’s district. Min. GPA of 2.5. Financial need may be a consideration.

Betty J. and Charles W. Hayes Memorial Music Scholarship

Full-time sophomore students residing in-district studying music. First preference given to a student in a string instrument. Min GPA 3.0. Financial need may be a consideration.

Cali and Larry Lelle Business Scholarship

Full-time students with a Business major (Accounting/Marketing/Finance) residing in HCC District. First preference to Lena-Winslow graduate or current student. Min 2.75 GPA required.

Cali and Larry Lelle Nursing Scholarship

Students accepted into the Nursing program residing in HCC District. First preference to Lena-Winslow graduate or current student. If a Nursing student cannot be found, other Health fields may be considered. Min. 2.5 GPA required.

Carl and Neenah Fairbairn Memorial Healthcare Scholarship

Student must be enrolled in a nursing program.

Caroline Pohl Staley Memorial Nursing Scholarship

Must be accepted into the HCC nursing program. Minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Financial need is a consideration. First preference to non-traditional students.

CFNIL CollegeNow Scholarship

CollegeNow students enrolled full-time at HCC. Student MUST be a recipient of the School Fee Waiver program.

CFNIL Dual Credit Scholarship

Students enrolled in dual credit classes who are attending high school or homeschool in Boone, Carroll, Jo Daviess, Ogle, Stephenson or Winnebago counties of Illinois attending HCC. Student MUST be a recipient of the School Fee Waiver program.

CFNIL Non-Traditional Student Scholarship

Must be a “non-traditional” student, for the purpose of this scholarship, defined as a student who has not continued their education immediately following high school or who is returning to college after having stopped out of college without completing a degree or certificate. Must be Pell Grant eligible and live and/or work in Boone, Carroll, Jo Daviess, Ogle, Stephenson or Winnebago counties.

Scholarship may be used for past due balances so that a student can re-enroll and complete a degree or certificate.

Charles Endress Memorial Scholarship

Full-time student pursuing education or science, who is a graduate or student of Pearl City or Le-Win High School. CollegeNOW students will be considered if not already funded by their high school. Min GPA 3.0

Charles Kleckner Memorial Scholarship

Student must currently be employed as a CNA and seeking higher education in the healthcare field OR be pursuing a CNA certificate. Financial need is a consideration.

Charlotte A Zartman Scholarship

Student must be a sophomore pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education or Professional Ed.

Chris and JR Kuberski Scholarship

Student must be a first generation student, reside in the HCC District and have a minimum GPA of 2.75.

Compeer Financial Agriculture Scholarship

Student must be pursuing a degree in Agriculture and residing in IL, WI, or MN counties while attending HCC. Financial need considered.

Cristina Lambert/Wagner House Alumni Scholarship

Student must live within HCC district. Preference to student pursuing business major.

Daniel Reusch Scholarship

Full-time student enrolled at HCC. First preference to River Ridge HS graduate; second preference to Jo Daviess county. This award is not given for academics or highest GPA but for general accomplishments, likeliness and determination to succeed. Financial need may be a consideration.

Davis/Balluff Scholarship

Full-time student must live in the HCC district (Mt. Morris resident preferred). Min GPA 3.0. Financial need may be a consideration.

Deb Endress Memorial Scholarship

Student must be majoring in education or Nursing (must be accepted into the program). Financial need may be a consideration.

Del Scheider Agriculture Scholarship

Awarded to a full-time HCC Student, who resides in NW Illinois and is pursuing a degree in Agriculture with academic standing a consideration.

Della Mae Coppernoll Scholarship

Full-time sophomore pursuing a degree in preparation for a career in Early Childhood education. Preference may be given to a Stockton High School graduate. Min 2.75 GPA. Financial need may be a consideration.

Dennis and Carol Endress Memorial Scholarship

Full-time second-year students; CollegeNow considered. Preference is for a graduate of Pearl City High School, second preference from a rural school. Min. 3.0 GPA.

Dick and Irma Dittmar-Ames Memorial Scholarship

First preference to a graduate of Stockton High School. Academic accomplishments will be a criteria and financial need may be a consideration.

Diversity Scholarship

Preference to a Student of Color or first generation student pursuing certificate or degree program. Available to full- and part-time students.

Don and Florence Evans Scholarship

Students residing in HCC district. First preference given to a student who has been diagnosed with a mental illness. Second preference to a student pursing psychology, sociology or a social work degree. Min. 2.5 GPA.

Dorothy Yates Nursing Scholarship

Student must reside in Illinois. Accepted in nursing program with preference to ADN nursing program, not to include CNA. Other Healthcare programs may be considered. Full-time student with minimum GPA of 2.5. Financial need is a consideration.

Dr. and Mrs. Ozro Hill Scholarship

Student must be full-time. First preference to a student studying health/healing such as pre-med. Second preference for an education major. Financial need may be a consideration.

Dr. and Mrs. Spencer K. Phillips Scholarship

Awarded to the top male and female degree-seeking full-time sophomore students. Min GPA 3.75.

Dr. Marie Heimerdinger Pre-Professional Health Scholarship

Sophomores majoring in Pre-Medicine, Pre-Dentistry, Pre-Chiropractic, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Medical Technology, or Pre-Veterinary Medicine. Preference to Stephenson County residents. Financial need is a consideration.

Duke and Bev Herrling Scholarship

Full-time sophomore student pursuing a degree or certificate. First preference to education major.

Eagles 679 Sportsmen Association Scholarship

Student must be a graduate from a NW Illinois high school or HCC sophomore, reside in HCC district, and pursuing course studies related to Field Biology, Wildlife Conservation, etc.

Early Childhood Consortium Scholarship

Students enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours and live in HCC district pursuing a certificate or degree in Early Childhood Education.

Edna Hayden Johnson Memorial Scholarship

Preference to African American females. Students must have a 2.0 GPA, reside in Freeport, IL pursuing an Associate's Degree in Education, Nursing, or Cosmetology. Financial need may be a consideration.

Eduard Buss Business and Technology Scholarship

Full-time students with major within the Division of Business and Technology at Highland Community College, including the following: Accounting, Agriculture, Computer Science, Automotive Technology, Business Administration, Early Childhood Education, Computer Technician, Cosmetology, Welding

Eduard Buss Fine Arts Memorial Scholarship

Full-time students majoring in Fine Arts including Art, Music and Theatre. Min GPA 2.75 preferred

Eduard Buss Forensics Scholarship

Students participating in the Highland Forensics (Speech) Team. Preference for full-time students; student must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours. 2.5 GPA preferred, 2.0 required.

Eduard Buss Humanities/Social Science Scholarship

Full-time incoming freshman students majoring in a Humanities or Social Science discipline (excluding Fine Arts) including Criminal Justice, Communications, English, Foreign Language, History, Journalism, Mass Communication, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Speech. Min 2.5 HIGH SCHOOL GPA. Applicants MUST have a 2.75 GPA at the end of their second college semester. Applicants may reapply for second year award.

Eduard Buss Natural Science & Health Scholarship

Full time incoming freshman students majoring in a Natural Science or Health Discipline (not to include CNA). Min 3.0 HIGH SCHOOL GPA. College GPA of non-traditional students with 12 or more credit hours will also be considered. Awardees may reapply for second year.

Edward J. and Jane McConville Sullivan Memorial Scholarship

Full-time HCC students majoring in Agriculture. Must be Stephenson County resident. A minimum 2.5 GPA is required. Financial need may be considered.

Ellen Stadermann Community Service Scholarship

Student must reside in HCC district with a strong track record of community service. A minimum 2.5 GPA is required.

Emmert and Florence Klaas Nursing Scholarship

Acceptance into nursing program with preference to an ADN student. Must be full-time student with minimum 3.0 GPA, and a permanent resident of HCC district.

Ennenga/Holm Memorial Scholarship

Student graduating from High school this Spring, enrolling full-time fall semester, majoring in Business Administration. Must reside in HCC District. Min. 3.0 GPA. Financial need may be a consideration.

Eunice O'Malia Memorial Scholarship

Student must be a full-time sophomore attending HCC in the fall/ Min. 3.0 GPA required. Financial need may be a consideration.

Fine Arts Merit Scholarship

Full-time students pursuing theatre, music and art interests, and a minimum GPA of 2.75.

Frederick and Alice Kirkman Scholarship

Student must be attending HCC full-time, entering as a freshman, 2.5 GPA, and first preference to student participating in HCC Forensics team with next consideration for Math or History majors. Awardees may reapply for second year.

Gene Haas Scholarship

Students in enrolled in CNC program at HCC. FAFSA/SAR required.

General Scholarship

Full time student with preference to student residing HCC district.

Gerald Meier Scholarship

Student must be majoring in Agriculture or Healthcare. Financial need may be a consideration

Goodwill Industries Scholarship

Student must reside in HCC district and be permanently physically, mentally, or developmentally disabled with documentation from a physician or service provider as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. A temporary disability is not acceptable.

H.G. Kable Memorial Scholarship

Student attending HCC, first preference for Forreston, Oregon or Mt Morris High School graduate, second preference for any student in HCC district. Financial need is a consideration.

Harlan and Jean Koberstein Scholarship

First preference to a student majoring in education. Student must reside in HCC district with minimum GPA of 2.5.

Harold D. Walkup Scholarship

Full-time student entering as a freshman, must reside in HCC district and be pursuing a 4-year degree or higher. First preference to resident of Mt. Morris or Ogle County. Min 3.0 GPA required. Financial need is a consideration.

Harold Lee Offenheiser Ecology-Biology Scholarship

Full time students majoring in the area of Ecology or Biology; overall academic excellence will be the main criteria.

Harry A. Warthen Scholarship

For students pursuing CNA/BNA certificate. This scholarship is for REIMBURSEMENT of expenses paid in relation to the CNA/BNA program.

Highland Chapter #108 of Pheasants Forever Scholarship

Full-time students pursuing a conservation-related or agricultural science major. Preference given to HCC district entering freshman. Student must reside in NWIL

Hobart Scholarship

Full-time student, preference to a student of color, an undocumented student, or a returning adult who has earned a GED.

Home School Scholarship

Student must graduate from a home school and attend HCC full-time. Scholarships will be given to incoming and enrolled home school students pursuing associate’s degree.

Hubert Kepner Memorial Scholarship

This is a scholarship for books. The student must be pursuing a degree or certificate in Ag or Manufacturing, live in the HCC district, and should display financial need. High school students taking Highland Ag or Manufacturing courses are also eligible for this scholarship.

Irvin and Dorothy Seuring Memorial Scholarship

Full or part time students enrolled at HCC. Financial need may be a consideration

J. Rosemary Shockey Memorial Scholarship

This is a scholarship for books, supplies, misc. fees available to full- or part-time HCC students pursuing a degree or certificate who live in district. Financial need may be a consideration.

James A. Davis Memorial Scholarship

Student must be pursuing a manufacturing/technical curriculum, i.e.: CAD/CAM, engineering (Architectural & Civil), live in HCC district, 2.5 GPA. Preference to Stephenson City resident. FAFSA/SAR required.

James L Frisbie Memorial Scholarship

Full-time student who lives within the district. Preference given to Dakota High School graduates.

James Schneiderman Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a Forreston High School graduate. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

Janet K Blankenhorn Scholarship

First preference to student in the Cosmetology program with second consideration for students pursuing a certificate or specific trade. First pref. to Orangeville or Freeport HS graduates, then to HCC District.

Joe and Jennifer Kanosky Student Trustee Scholarship

Annual scholarship to support the student who has been elected by the student body to serve a one-year term as the HCC Student Trustee. Application available after election.

Joseph and Bettye Mihina Nursing Scholarship

Full-time student accepted into nursing program. Full-time student with minimum GPA of 3.0. Financial need may be a consideration.

Juliet Moderow Ornithology Scholarship

Full-time student residing in the HCC district with interest in ornithology or bird conservation related field. Min 2.0 GPA.

Ken and Marien Stein Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded to a First Generation student pursuing higher education. A GPA of 3.0 is required. FAFSA/SAR required.

Krug-Phillips Memorial Scholarship

Student must have completed 15 cr. hrs. in general education, 2.75 GPA, Stephenson County resident. Financial need may be a consideration.

Kutz Family Scholarship

First preference to HCC student enrolled in the nursing program. Minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Financial need is a consideration.

Larry Kahl Scholarship

Candidates selected by director of Athletics. First preference to students participating in basketball at HCC, second preference for golf. Applications available through coaches.

Leonard C. Ferguson Memorial Scholarship

Full-time student must be the son, daughter or spouse of a Newell employee. Financial need may be a consideration.

Lola Burd Borchers Endowment Fund Music Scholarship

Full-time student studying music (vocal or instrumental), min. GPA of 2.0. Financial need may be a consideration.

Mae Grebner Memorial Nursing Scholarship

Students accepted into the Nursing Program. First preference to Stockton resident; second preference to graduate of a rural HS in the HCC district. 3.0 min GPA preferred, 2.5 min GPA required. Financial need considered.

Margaret and Clarence Mitchell Scholarship

Student must live in NW Illinois with preference to an Oregon High School grad. Must be in the upper 50% of their HS class with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Marion Byram Scholarship

Student must be a Stephenson County resident and non-traditional student.

Marjorie Kleckner Roberts Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a full-time student pursuing an Assoc. degree with the intention of transferring to a 4-year institution, either residing in Jo Daviess County or a graduate of a high school in Jo Daviess County. Financial need may be a consideration.

Mark Jansen Memorial Scholarship

First preference for students participating in HCC theatre performance; second preference to music or theatre majors. Min GPA 3.0 preferred.

Mary Block Healthcare Scholarship

Must be accepted into the nursing program. Financial need may be a consideration.

Mary Gregory Warthen Scholarship

Student must be pursuing a degree in the field of education. Preference to non-traditional or first-generation student. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required.

Matthew and Evelyn Grouchy Vocal Music Scholarship

Female students studying vocal music, full-time preferred. Enrolled/completed Applied Music I or Applied Music II, and participating in a vocal ensemble at HCC. Min. GPA of 2.75. FAFSA/SAR Required.

Michelle E Berberet Scholarship

Full-time student, who is a resident of the HCC district, with a 2.5 GPA minimum. Preference to a Journalism major, other communications field will be considered. Financial need will be a consideration.

Mr. and Mrs. Robert P Wurtzel Memorial Scholarship

Student must be full-time pursuing a career in Journalism/Communications field preference to Stephenson County resident. Financial need may be a consideration.

Nancy Nickle and William Mehring Agriculture Scholarship

Students majoring in Agriculture or related field. Min 2.5 GPA required. First preference to student residing in HCC District.

Nancy Nickle and William Mehring Nursing Scholarship

Students majoring in Nursing or related field. Min 2.5 GPA required. First preference to student residing in HCC District.

Norma Jean Davis Music Scholarship

First preference to Music major; second preference to General education. Minimum GPA 2.5. Financial need is a consideration.

Northwest Illinois Rock Club Geology Scholarship

Full time students, first preference for Geology Majors, second preference for other Natural Sciences.

NWIL Deer Collectors Agriculture Scholarship

Full-time students pursuing a degree in Agriculture or related.

Philip Gordon Memorial Scholarship

Student must be full-time and pursuing a degree in Business Administration. Preference will be given to the son or daughter of a Highland graduate. GPA of 3.0 is required. Financial need may be a consideration.

Phyllis M. Markel Agriculture Scholarship

Student must reside out-of-district, be pursuing a degree in Agriculture, full-time and a have minimum GPA of 2.5.

R.C. Miller Agriculture Scholarship

Student must be entering fall semester pursuing a degree in Agriculture, especially in conservation and reside in HCC district.

Rawson Engineering Scholarship

Student must be pursuing a degree in the engineering field and have a minimum GPA of a 2.5. The student must be a resident of Stephenson County.

Richard A. Zimmerman Memorial Scholarship

Student must be participating in HCC sports; First preference to baseball player in Stephenson County. Second preference to any HCC baseball player. Third preference to any HCC athlete. Min 2.5 GPA is preferred.

Richard Ames Memorial Scholarship

Full-time student majoring in Computer Science or related fields; financial need may be considered. Min 2.5 GPA.

Robert & Lois Harlan Scholarship

Full-time student majoring in humanities/social science or science program pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher maintaining 3.00 GPA; resident of HCC district. Financial need may be a consideration.

Roger A. Hutmacher & Virginia L. Hutmacher-Ames Scholarship

Student must be full-time, first preference Orangeville High School graduate, second preference to Freeport HS. Financial need may be a consideration.

Ronald & Betty Norman Memorial Scholarship

Student must be a full-time Freeport High School graduate who participated is in at least one varsity sport. Preference to a student participating in sports at HCC. Financial need may be a consideration.

Scholarship in Memory of Duane Simler and Wayne Derrer

Student must be a full time sophomore. First preference to Eastland or Pearl City alumni majoring in Agriculture. Second preference to any student with financial need majoring in Ag-related field.

Sentry Insurance Foundation Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship

Student must be a full-time freshman. Preference to student of Color historically underrepresented at HCC, majoring in Business, Economics, Computer Science/IT, Mathematics, or Accounting from NWIL. Minimum 2.5 GPA. Awardees may reapply for second year.

Solutions Bank Scholarship

Student must be full-time pursuing an Applied Science Degree or Certificate program in Accounting, Agriculture, Automotive Technology, Business, or Manufacturing Technology. Must reside in Boone, Carroll, Jo Daviess, Ogle, Winnebago or Stephenson County. Financial need may be a consideration.

Stacy Hadjokas Memorial Scholarship

Designated to support basketball athletes at HCC. Full-time, international and in financial need.

Stateline Area Crime Stoppers Scholarship

Students must be a Stephenson City resident enrolled at HCC pursuing a degree/certificate in Criminal Justice. Minimum 2.75 GPA required.

Sylvia "Sue" Gorman Scholarship

Full-time students pursuing journalism, political science, or humanities/arts and participating in extracurricular activities. Sophomores preferred. Minimum GPA 2.5. Preference to Freeport High School grads.

Thomas A. Ferguson Memorial Scholarship

Available to students within HCC district, with preference to Freeport High School graduate. Second preference to Stephenson County. First preference to student majoring in Business or Marketing. Minimum 2.75 GPA

Todd Engelkens Memorial Scholarship

First preference for students in the Equine Program. Must live in the HCC District, minimum GPA of 2.0. Financial need is a consideration.

Virginia Ames Cosmetology Scholarship

Student participating in the HCC Cosmetology programs, in financial need, and full-time.

Wid Hance Automotive Scholarship

Student must be a resident of HCC district, full-time, majoring in Auto Mechanics/Auto body. Main criteria is academic excellence.

William and Margaret Donnelly Family Scholarship

Student must live in HCC District and have minimum 3.0 GPA. Financial need is a consideration.

William Trunck Memorial Scholarship

Student must reside in HCC district and be accepted into ADN nursing program as a full-time student. Preference to a male student. Financial need is a consideration.

Women's Education Fund Scholarship

Female students pursuing higher education at HCC. Preference to non-traditional students (defined as a student who has not continued their education immediately following high school). Not available to nursing students. Financial need is a consideration.