Outside Resources
- External Scholarships
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These are some outside resources that students and families can use to help cover costs. Examples include scholarships from corporations, foundations, trusts, churches, or other private agencies. Adjustments to previously awarded financial aid will be made where necessary. In most cases, external award(s) will reduce the direct cost to family, loans, or work-study. There may be instances where it is necessary to adjust grants or scholarships. Students must report external scholarships of $100 or greater. Students can report these additional resources through their student portals.
Muskingum does not contact scholarship providers to request scholarship funds. The student is responsible for contacting the scholarship provider to obtain funds. If you need proof of enrollment or a copy of the student’s schedule for scholarship disbursement, contact the Registrar at 740-826-8164. If you need a billing statement or proof of payment, contact the Business Office at 740-826-8111.
Scholarship Search Engines
- Bold
- Cincinnati Scholarship Fund
- College Now - Greater Cleveland
- Columbus Foundation
- Fastweb
- The University Network
- Scholarship Central
Outside Scholarship Resources
- Foundation for Appalachian Ohio
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FAO is honored to support over 230 donor-established scholarship funds in sustaining the continued educational pursuits of the region’s students.
- Ohio Scholars Program
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One application is all it takes to be considered for 500+ scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. Eligible applicants must be Ohio residents, enrolling full-time in 2025-2026, and have a 2.8 GPA. They must complete the FAFSA and submit their submission summary and an unofficial transcript as part of the application process. The application deadline is May 1 at http://www.ofic.org/apply.
- Ohio Civil Rights Transportation Symposium Scholarship
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In celebration of the 5th Annual Ohio Civil Rights Transportation Symposium, a total of six (6) scholarships will be awarded. Three (3) scholarships of $1,500 to full-time individual students and three (3) $500 to part-time individual students currently enrolled in a post-high school education focusing in Construction or STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) related fields. The Ohio Civil Rights Transportation Symposium Scholarship focuses on broadening the number of individuals in the engineering and transportation industry.
Scholarship Eligibility To be eligible for this one-time, non-renewable $1,500 for 3 full-time students and a one-time, non-renewable $500 for 3 part-time students applicants must:
• Reside in Ohio
• Be enrolled as a full-time or part-time undergraduate in an accredited degree-granting institution, and
• Have a minimum GPA of 2.5 ("C+" average)
• Be pursuing a Construction-related or STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) Degree
• Have authorization to work in the U.S., a student authorization visa or have a DACA authorization status
Please electronically submit all information to Lair MarinMarcum at Lair.Marin@dot.ohio.gov. The scholarship award winners must agree to submit a photo and a 15-30 second video clip that will be aired during the 5th Annual Civil Rights Transportation Symposium Winners will be notified prior to the event. **Employees and immediate family members of the Ohio Dept. of Transportation are not eligible for participation. Immediate family is defined as a person's parents, brothers and sisters, husband or wife, and children.*
For more information please visit: Ohio Civil Rights Transportation Symposium Scholarship
- Butler- Wells Scholarship
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- Residents of Ohio, Pennsylvania, Indiana, or Illinois. (Preference will be made for residents of Piqua, Ohio; Cincinnati, Ohio; or Miami County, Ohio.)
- Course of study must be related to specific career objectives, terminal degree, or eventual job certification.
- Enrolled at non-profit accredited colleges, universities, community colleges, technical, vocational, or trade schools that are located in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Illinois
- Demonstrated financial need related to the cost of proposed education.
To Access the application and for more information about the scholarship please visit: Butler- Wells Scholarship Program
- Ohio Engineering Scholarship
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Scholarships are offered to students admitted to engineering programs approved by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) and who seek financial assistance to pursue this education. These scholarships are administered by the Engineers Foundation of Ohio (EFO), a non-profit educational foundation dedicated to the advancement of engineering education in cooperation with the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) and the Ohio Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE).
To be eligible for these scholarships, a student must meet all of the following criteria:
be a graduating high school senior (exceptions noted in individual scholarship descriptions); have at least a 3.0 (A=4.0) grade point average;You may find more information at the Ohio Society of Professional Engineers website.
- meet the minimum SAT (Math=600, Reading or Composition=500) or ACT (Math=29, English=25) test scores as set by the National Society of Professional Engineers; &
- be a citizen of the United States and a permanent resident of the State of Ohio
- The Larry A. Hart Memorial Scholarship
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To honor the memory of Wildlife Officer/Field Supervisor Larry A. Hart, the
- Ohio Soybean Council
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- Eight undergraduate scholarships of up to $3,000 each
- One $3,000 Robinson W. Joslin Scholarship to be awarded to a student who has demonstrated outstanding leadership potential
- One $5,000 Bhima Vijayendran Scholarship, named to honor Dr. Vijayendran’s contributions to the soybean industry through his scientific research and commercialization activities at Battelle. This scholarship was founded to support those pursuing a degree related to science, technology, or soybean research.
- Applicants must be Ohio residents enrolled as full-time students at an Ohio college or university, having attained at least sophomore status by the upcoming fall, with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.
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Eligible majors: Agricultural business, agricultural communications, agricultural education, biochemistry, bioenergy, bioengineering, biofuels, biology, biotechnology, chemistry, crop science, engineering, environmental science, food science, molecular biology, or any of the agricultural disciplines or related fields.
To apply for this scholarship please visit Ohio Soybean Council Foundation. Application deadline is January 10th.
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The CSOHIMSS Jane A. Blank Scholarship Program is for full time undergraduate or graduate students studying in the healthcare information or healthcare management systems field. This $1,500.00 scholarship (cash award) and one year HIMSS Student membership is awarded to the student deemed most deserving by the CSOHIMSS Scholarship Committee.
For more information about either of these scholarship opportunities, please visit the CSOHIMSS scholarship page.
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The CSOHIMSS Student Scholarship Program is for at least part-time certificate, undergraduate, or graduate students studying in the healthcare information or healthcare management systems field at a degree-granting institution. The $1,500.00 scholarship (cash award) and one-year HIMSS membership is awarded to the student deemed most deserving by the CSOHIMSS Scholarship Committee.
For more information about either of these scholarship opportunities, please visit the CSOHIMSS scholarship
- Marc Zboch Scholarship
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The Marc Zboch Scholarship will award one high school senior, current college, or graduate student with a $1,000 scholarship. Marc Zboch found his passion for giving back through various efforts, including missionary work. Out of that passion came our scholarship — a fund designed to support those who are pursuing a higher education.
For more information about this scholarship opportunity, please visit marczbochscholarship.com
- AX Control, Inc. Academic Scholarship
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AX Control, Inc. is awarding a scholarship to one lucky student who best exemplifies his or her passion for our nation’s small businesses through creating a well-researched essay. This should be based on a personal account of a small business that has impacted his/her life, or of an ambition he/she may have to establish their own business.
All decisions are final and may not be appealed. One winner will receive the full scholarship amount ($1000.00). The award will be sent directly to the financial aid office of the winner's institution. This is a one-time award and does not renew.
For more information about this scholarship opportunity, please visit https://www.axcontrol.com/scholarship
- W.A. and Margaret E. Buehler Scholarship
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- Candidates must be graduates of a Franklin County High School.
- Candidates must be pursuing a degree in Nursing.
- Candidates must have a minimum 2.75 grade point average in their current program.
For more information please visit: The Columbus Foundation Website
- Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship
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The Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship is a college scholarship of $1,500 awarded to a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who has demonstrated outstanding achievement, participation, and leadership in school activities and work experience, and interest in pursuing a career in the health and fitness-related fields. The student may apply and use the money for education-related expenses, including tuition, fees, books, supplies, room, and board. The scholarship is sponsored by Michael Moody Fitness.
To be eligible scholarship applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be United States citizens or legal residents living or claiming residency in one of the 50 United States, Washington, D.C., or Puerto Rico.
- Be current high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate students who plan to enroll full-time in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the United States
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For more information please visit: www.michaelmoodyfitness.com
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Demonstrate ambition and self-drive as evidenced by outstanding achievement in school, and participation and leadership in school activities and work experience.
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Demonstrate interest in pursuing a career and enroll in the following majors: Athletic Training, Psychology, Biology, Kinesiology, Nursing, General Medicine, Dentistry, Behavioral Sciences, Personal Training, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, Health and Physical Fitness, Exercise Science, Sports and Recreation Management, Health Sciences, Physical Therapist, or another health-related major
- Thomas J. Seefred Trust Scholarship
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The Thomas J. Seefred Scholarship was established in 2005 with funding generated by the Thomas J. Seefred Trust. Its purpose is to award scholarships for college students between the ages of 18 and 25 who suffer from Juvenile Diabetes and are pursuing a bachelor's degree. For more information on eligibility and requirements for this scholarship please visit: Thomas J Seefred Trust Scholarship
- Marion Community Foundation Scholarship Program
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Marion Community Foundation offers an annual scholarship program for high school seniors and graduates in Marion and other surrounding counties. Each scholarship has different eligibility requirements and selection criteria. Specifically, one of the scholarships has criteria or gives special consideration to students attending Muskingum University. It is the Herbert & Jane Tillett Scholarship. For more information and to apply for the scholarship please visit: Marion Community Foundation
- Payne, Nickles & Company, CPAs
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The Huron County Community Foundation (an affiliate of the Community Foundation of Lorain County), is proud to announce it is again offering up to two (2) $2,000 scholarships for the 2023-2024 academic year. The scholarship is open to second-, third-, fourth-, and fifth-year students with accounting majors, and is intended to assist the student in meeting the 150-hour requirement to take the CPA exam. To be eligible for this scholarship students must be an Erie/ Huron or contiguous counties resident, Ohio resident, have a minimum of 2.8 GPA, and complete the FAFSA. The application can be printed at Payne, Nickles & Company or the Huron County Community Foundation website.
- Corporation For Ohio Appalachian Development
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The David V. Stivison Appalachian Community Action Scholarship Fund was created in memory of the former COAD employee as a tribute to his pursuit of academic excellence and his commitment to helping others achieve their fullest potential. The scholarship provides financial assistance to students who are residents of the 30 counties in the Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development service area and want to attend college but lack the required resources. For more information and to apply for the scholarship please visit Corporation For Ohio Appalachian Development.
- Earl F. Morris Endowed Scholarship
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Supporting College seniors who plan to continue studies in law school. Pre-law is the intention, but not necessarily the major.
Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA Senior class rank: U.S. citizen, qualify for financial aid, full-time.
To access the application and for more information about this scholarship please visit: Earl F. Morris Endowed Scholarship Program
Preferred programs of study include Engineering, Business, Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Industrial Management, Information Technology, Biomedical, and engineering-related STEM majors leading to a career in industry 3.0 GPA
- Joan McNeely Working Woman Scholarship
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- Applicant must live and/or work in Coshocton County
- Prepared one-page resume listing your employment history, volunteer work, and academic and community accomplishments- including any awards or recognition.
- Prepared one-page description of your goals pertaining to your education and career.
- Two signed letters of recommendation (one personal, one professional) with your application.
- A current letter of college acceptance or copy of current registration is required to accompany the application. If this requirement is not met, the application will not be considered.
- The winner will be required to attend the Awards Banquet.
You can find the application at: Joan McNeely Working Woman Scholarship Application . You can also pick up a paper application in the Student Financial Services Office.
- Florence Allen Scholarship Program
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The Allen Endowment is Pleased to announce the Florence Allen Scholarship Program. Ohio Women (high school seniors and older) who are in need of financial aid to pursue an undergraduate degree or technical certificate are eligible to apply. Applications can be found at Florence Allen Scholarship Application.
- Bubba Wallace Live to Be Different Scholarship
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The Bubba Wallace Live to Be Different Scholarship supports students who, despite hardship, are living to be the best version of themselves no matter how different they may be from the rest. All fields of study and GPAs will be considered. Application and more information about the scholarship can be found at: Bold.org.
- ASD Ascend Autism College Scholarship
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ASD Ascend annually offers five $1000 college scholarships. The scholarships are open to incoming freshmen, sophomores, and juniors who have an autism diagnosis. Application and additional information can be found at ASD Ascend Autism College Scholarships
- Arnold Fritz Memorial Scholarship for Environmental Stewardship from Canton Audubon Society
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A $1,000.00 scholarship to encourage college students, through financial support, to study environmental science, conservation, natural history, and nature-related subjects, including environmental law.
Eligibility:
• Junior, Senior, or Graduate student at the time of award. (May be Sophomore at time of application.)
• Majoring in any environmental science discipline or law or business with full intent on pursuing a career in the environmental field.
• Reside in OR attend school in any of the following Ohio counties: Ashland, Carroll, Columbiana, Coshocton, Guernsey, Harrison, Holmes, Jefferson, Knox, Mahoning, Medina, Muskingum, Portage, Stark, Summit, Tuscarawas, Wayne
Guidelines & Application forms at www.cantonaudubon.org
- Guernsey County Township Association
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Three $500.00 scholarships are available to students meeting the following criteria:
- Guernsey County Resident
- Guernsey County High School Graduate
- Able to provide a letter of college acceptance or copy of current college registration
Students must complete the following to apply for the scholarship:
Application requirements must be typed or neatly written in black ink
- Submit a “resume” of your academic accomplishments and community involvement, and include any honors or special recognition you have received
- Submit a 1-page essay about Township Government
- Include 2 signed letters of recommendation (1 personal, 1 academic) with contact information for the references
- Submit application cover sheet
- The Columbus Foundation
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The Columbus Foundation's General Scholarship Application is the best way for high school and college students to apply to more than 100 scholarships listed in The Columbus Foundation's online scholarship directory.
- Carol Jenkins Nursing Scholarship
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The scholarship was established to support nurses with an RN who seek to further their education and deepen their knowledge of the profession. Applications can be found here.
Applicant eligibility:
Candidates must have a minimum RN, valid, unencumbered nursing license in Ohio. Candidates must be accepted into an Ohio Board of Nursing-approved program and enrolled in their first or second year. Candidates must have documented financial need.
- Marr/Griesbeck Scholarship
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The scholarship provides financial assistance to a student pursuing a B.S. or A.D. in Nursing at a Franklin County, Ohio college or school of nursing. Applications can be found here.
Applicant eligibility:
Candidates must be working toward a BS or AD in nursing at a Franklin County, Ohio college or school of nursing. Candidates must have a minimum of two years of full- or part-time work experience in a hospital or skilled nursing facility. Candidates must be planning to work as a direct-care RN in a hospital or skilled nursing facility in the Columbus, Ohio area upon graduation. Candidates must have successfully completed a minimum of one year of an RN education program with a minimum of a “B” grade point average. Candidates must be a minimum of 23 years of age.
- Jane Tschappat Nursing Advancement Scholarship
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The scholarship’s goal is to support practicing nurses as they continue their education and navigate the difficult and changing healthcare system. Applications can be found here.
Applicant eligibility:
Candidates must have a valid unencumbered RN nursing license in Ohio. Candidates must be enrolled in an Ohio Board of Regents-approved institution or an accredited program in Ohio and in either their first or second year. Candidates must have documented financial need. Candidates must be pursuing an education that qualifies them to become certified in Ohio as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN).
- MODNA Undergraduate Nursing Scholarship
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The Mid-Ohio District Nurses Association established this fund to honor MODNA members’ leadership in mentoring, education, volunteerism, and advocacy on public health issues that drive commitment to the nursing profession. Application available here
Applicant eligibility:
Candidates must be enrolled part-time or full-time in a nationally accredited, nursing education Undergraduate Nursing Degree Program. Candidates must have a minimum 3.0 grade point average. Candidates must be an active member of their student nursing organization if one is available or an active member of a campus student organization. Candidates’ permanent address or school of nursing must be within the Mid-Ohio District: Ashland, Crawford, Delaware, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Knox, Licking, Logan, Madison, Marion, Morrow, Pickaway, Richland, or Union counties.
- Scholarship Resources for Graduate Education Students
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Foundation for Appalachian Ohio
- Scholarship Resources for MOT Students
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American Occupational Therapy Foundation (AOTF)
Ohio Occupational Therapy Association (OOTA)
Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) OT/PT Scholarship
- The Presbyterian Scholarship for Undergraduates
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The Presbyterian Mission Agency provides scholarships to up to 100 college students per year. Eligible applicants will be PCUSA church members seeking a first associate or bachelor’s degree, and attending an accredited college or university in the United States full-time. Applications and more information are available online.
- Samuel Robinson Award
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The Samuel Robinson Award is offered to college juniors and seniors attending a Presbyterian-related college or university. Students must recite from memory, the responses to the 107 questions in the Westminster Shorter Catechism. Students have up to 18 months from the start of the recitation to complete the recitation.
For more information including scholarship criteria please visit the Presbyterian Mission website.
- The Lariat Future Innovators Foundation
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Scholarships for students in STEM majors coming from small towns with lower family incomes. For more information visit LariatFoundation.org.
- Nordson BUILDS Scholarship
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Nordson Corporation provides three categories of scholarships: Career & Technical, University Scholars, and Creating Equity in Industry. These manufacturing industry scholarships are targeted at individuals whose permanent residence or college is near a Nordson facility, and are pursuing majors in manufacturing, engineering-related STEM disciplines, or business leading to a career in industry and corporate America. Scholarships ranging from $3,000 to $10,000 will be awarded to students planning to enroll or already enrolled in an accredited public or private not-for-profit postsecondary institution including a 4-year college/university, 2-year community college or trade school.
For more information including scholarship criteria please visit Nordson BUILDS scholarship program.