Scholarships
Scholarships are very competitive but here are some tips to assist you in the process.
Apply for every scholarship for which you are eligible
Finish the application prior to the deadline
Have somebody proof-read the application before submitting it
Be sure to include all of your community service, leadership experience, and academic honors
In addition to the scholarships posted here, you should do your own scholarship searches. Some well-known websites are listed here:
2024 - 2025 Scholarship Google Sheet
Any questions pertaining to the Google Sheet please see Mrs. Payne in the Counseling Center.
Idaho Scholarships
Various scholarships and deadlines
The state of Idaho offers a variety of scholarships for anyone interested in continuing their education.
High Desert Milk Scholarship
Deadline: March 15, 2025
We are offering this scholarship to seniors graduating this year with interests in agriculture and areas relating to agriculture. Applying seniors must be currently attending one of the following high schools: Burley, Declo, Minico, Kimberly, Murtaugh, Hansen, Oakley and must be US Citizens.
WX Scholarship
Deadline: March 31, 2025
Requirements: - Order of consideration:
1. TV Meteorology
2. Meteorology
3. Climatology
4. TV Broadcasting
5. Journalism
6. Weather Related AG
- Senior in High School
- Must be going to college (doesn't matter if CC, JuCo, 4-year, etc)
- SAT/ACT min score: N/A
- GPA min : 2.0 (C Average)
- Essay: Give or take max of 750 words
Essay Requirements:
- Introduction: Things you like to do, what do you do for community involvement
- Related Major: What made you want to become a TV Meteorologist, et al
- Future Impact: What is one thing you feel could change or improve in the field you are choosing
- Financial Impact: Why do you need this scholarship?
- Bragging: What makes you the perfect person for this scholarship?
Submission:
- Due Date: March 31, 2025
- Email it to bobbyklarktv@gmail.com
- In the subject line please put "WX Scholarship"
Cassia Festival of Trees Scholarship
Deadline: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Application - Scholarships will be awarded to students in the graduating class of high schools from Cassia and Minidoka Counties.
The Scholarship application must enroll as a Full Time Student (12 Credits) in a college or university in a health care field/ program. (i.e. Nursing, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Pre-Med, Radiology, Respiratory Therapy, Dietician, Dental assisting, Medical assistant, etc..)
Idaho Latino Scholarship Foundation
Deadline: March 31, 2025
The Idaho Scholarship Foundation (ILSF), was founded in 2008 to ease the financial burden Idaho Latino students face when striving towards a higher education. Working alongside our generous community members, corporate sponsors, and volunteers, we provide deserving students opportunity to radically change their lives.
Eligibility:
Applicants must be an Idaho resident and be of Latino descent, DACA are eligible
Demonstrated leadership in school, community and/or other service organizations
Have a minimum GPA of 2.5+
United Electric Scholarship
Deadline: April 10, 2025
If your parent or guardian receives power from United Electric, you are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
Dennis James Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: April 11, 2025
The Dennis James Memorial scholarship was started in 2015 by the family of Dennis James and through his company, Urgent Care of Idaho, formerly Riverview. Dennis was a passionate businessman and member of his community. He knew how important education was in bettering people, families, and communities. He supported education within his family and throughout his life. We are proud to be able to continue that through this memorial scholarship.
Scholarship Eligibility
High School Senior – must receive diploma from a Cassia or Minidoka County High School by June 2025
U.S. citizen
Plan to enroll in an accredited two or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school in the U.S. for the 2024-2025 school year, with the exception made for serving a church mission and extending the time for a two-year period.
2.8 GPA or greater
Kiwanis Club of Burley Scholarship
Deadline: April 15, 2025
2025 Burley Lions Club Scholarships
Dennis R. Byington Memorial Foundation Music and Performing Art Scholarships
Deadline: April 15 of each year
This scholarship is in honor of the memory of Dennis R. Byington, who dedicated his time and talents to enriching our community through music and the performing arts. This scholarship is intended for a graduating senior at Burley High School who has excelled in music and the performing arts throughout high school and has exemplified the spirit of service and leadership.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 15 of each year
Please e-mail a one-minute video showcasing your talent as a performer (janellelungren@gmail.com)
Please include a photo of yourself and a copy of your high school transcripts
First place $500, Second place $250
Please return application to BHS College & Career Advisor, Lindsay Payne.
Click here for PDF application or stop by the Counseling Center
John K. Wilson Scholarship
Deadline: May 15th of each year
The John K. Wilson (JKW) Foundation was created as a senior project by John's niece, Miranda Wilson, to honor John's legacy of public service. The Scholarship was created by the Foundation to provide assistance to graduating High School Students, from the Magic Valley, pursuing a career as a First Responder.
Eligibility Requirements
High School Senior in the Magic Valley
Pursuing a Career as a First Responder
GPA of 3.0 or Higher
Complete Application by Deadline
Morgan McGee Scholarship
Deadline: June 15, 2025
We are pleased to offer the Morgan McGee Scholarship Fund which was established to not only honor Morgan’s legacy, but to help students with epilepsy reach their full potential. This opportunity is for high school seniors and college students living with epilepsy in Idaho. These students are planning to or are currently attending a higher education school in Idaho. Students interested in furthering their education in trade, vocational, or technical are also eligible to apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Requirements
Be diagnosed with epilepsy.
Be an Idaho resident.
Be planning to further education at a university or a trade, vocational or technical school.
Have not been awarded the Morgan McGee Scholarship in previous years.
Outdoors Enthusiast Scholarship
Deadline: June 30th of every year
We at Elk Mountain Tents have experienced great joy and pleasure just being outside and enjoying all that nature has to offer.
We are looking to help out a stellar individual with an appreciation for the great outdoors who captures the adventurous spirit that has come to embody the Elk Mountain Tents brand. If that sounds like you, please apply! Or, if that sounds like someone you know, please share this opportunity with them!
Applicants only need to answer two questions and there are no length requirements:
What do you love about the great outdoors?
Please describe your financial need and how you would use your scholarship funds.
Eligibility
Applicants must be registered for a college, university, or technical school for the Fall term immediately following being awarded the scholarship. Applicants must be a minimum of 16 years of age, have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, and share a love for the great outdoors!