Scholarships 2025-2026 (Sponsors only, not for senior students)

If you are interested in sponsoring or donating a scholarship to the Shawnee 2026 Senior class to be awarded at graduation in June 2026, please click on the link below and fill out the Google form by 1/28/2026. Thank you in advance for your continued support of our Shawnee Senior students!

Scholarship Sponsor Google Form

Scholarships 2025-2026

 (Senior Students only)

The General Application for Local Scholarships will be available online (link below) from February 1, 2026 until February 28, 2026. These scholarships are awarded by various local and school-affiliated organizations.  Students are notified at graduation unless the awarding organization notifies the recipient(s) at an earlier date.  Graduating Seniors should strongly consider completing the online application by its due date. Any late applications will not be considered.

Additional local scholarships that have their own paper application or essay requirements will be available lower on this page under the heading Local Scholarships. These applications must be filled out in addition to the General Application for Local Scholarships if you want to be considered. Please check the applications for specific requirements and eligibility.

If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Zechman  in the Counseling Center.

Online Local Scholarship Application Closed

If a scholarship is requesting an Official transcript, you must request one by clicking HERE

Additional 2025-2026 Local Scholarships 

Current 2025-2026 Seniors only

(Scholarships below have their own applications and timelines)

Medford Vincentown Rotary Scholarships (posted 3/23/26)

Awarding students who live in 08055 and in financial need (combined household under $200,000).   Please read the links below carefully for specific directions.  Application, Essay and Official transcript must be turned in all together to Mrs. Zechman in the Counseling Center by 4/14/26. Family may also be asked to provide proof of family income under $200,000. For application, click here

The Dr. David Lazovitz Performing & Visual Arts Scholarship (posted 3/12/26)

Awarding $1,000. Applicants must also be graduating from Shawnee in June 2026, and continuing education in Performing arts and/or Visual Arts. This also includes Art/Music Therapy and Education.  Deadline 4/1/26.  For application, Click here

Dr. Lee Hoon Scholarship Program (posted 3/12/26)

For application, visit https://www.kcsny.org/scholarship

Burlington County Women's Advisory Council Scholarships (posted 3/12/26)

For applications, visit http://www.co.burlington.nj.us/263/Womens-Advisory-Council.

A Family Affair Scholarship (posted 2/27/26)

For application, visit https://docs.google.com/document/d/1J-NvuGdINvbjslGyi0v6KFRwAaVn_uydc2uTOeMLtzY/edit?usp=sharing

Ronald S. and Kathleen Murphy Scholarship (posted 2/2/26)

Awarding $2500 to seniors meeting criteria.  Deadline is 4/17/26.  For application, visit www.njfoodcouncil.com

Medford Lakes Garden Club Scholarship (posted 2/2/26)

Awarding 1 $2000 scholarship to a student who meets criteria.  Deadline is 4/10/26.  For application, click here

Medford Lakes Women’s Club (posted 1/27/26)

Awarding $1000 to a senior female who grew up in Medford Lakes.  Applicants must submit a 1000 word essay on "How did growing up in the Medford Lakes community shape your goals for the future?" Email essays to Julia Moore at juliammoore@yahoo.com Deadline is 3/31/26

3DPT Scholarship (posted 1/21/26)

Awarding $500 to a senior student interested in pursuing Physical Therapy in college or experience with physical therapy.  Deadline 4/30/26.  For application, visit https://3dpt.com/3dpt-scholarship/

Burlington County Retirees' Education Association/NJREA Scholarships (posted 1/12/26)

Awarding seniors based on criteria. Deadlines are 2/28/26 and 4/1/26.  For application, visit https://www.njea.org/njrea-scholarships/ and click here

Medford Lakes Education Foundation (posted 1/12/26)

Awarding $1000 to one Medford Lakes Neeta graduate who resides in Medford Lakes currently.  Submit a written essay describing how your Neeta education helped to prepare you for high school. Deadline 3/31/26.  Email essays to Mlef.edu@gmail.com

Nicholas Sayles Memorial Wishlist Fund (posted 1/7/26)

Awarding a senior student planning to pursue Pre-Med or Law in college.  Deadline is 3/10/26.  For application, click here and email to Jodyann177@gmail.com

Medford Lakes Lions Club Scholarship (posted 1/7/26)

Awarding scholarships to students living in 08055 or 08088 who have strong community service.  Deadline is 4/15/26.  For application, click here

Andrea Esposito Scholarship (posted 12/19/25)

Awarding $1,000 to a Medford Memorial graduate in Special Education. Deadline is 4/1/26.  For application, visit: Andrea Esposito Scholarship Application

Pinelands Garden Club of Medford (posted 12/10/25)

Awarding $1500 to a graduating senior who plans to major in Horticulture, Floriculture, Landscape Design, Botany, Plant Pathology, Agronomy, Environmental Science and related subjects.  Deadline is 3/27/25 via email to gzcnj1@gmail.com For application, click here

NJ Elks Scholarship

Awarding seniors that meet criteria.  For application, visit https://www.njelks.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&id=43&Itemid=62

Burlington County Board of Agriculture Scholarship

Awarding students who meet specific criteria.  Deadline is 5/1/26. For application, click here

Zeta Phi Beta (posted 1/12/26)

Offering $1000.00 - $2000.00 scholarships, as well as book awards in the amount of $500.00 to Female High School Seniors in Burlington County, NJ.  The scholarship application is currently open, with a firm closing date of 3/29/2026.  Students can access and apply online at: https://tinyurl.com/ZDZScholarship26

Penn State Scholarship Opportunities

Awarding over $11000 to students enrolling at Penn State for Fall 2026 Deadline is 5/1/26.   For applications, visit www.pennstatealumnisj.org

Miss Saint Patrick Scholarship (posted 12/17/25)

Awarding $1000 scholarship for a female student with Irish Heritage.  Deadline is 2/1/26. For application visit https://www.mounthollyparade.com/miss-saint-patrick/