Local Scholarships

Applications will be posted on February 9, 2026.

 

Deadline for most applications will be March 13, 2026, although some may be different.   

The Aaron Semenske Scholarship Foundation will award a renewable $4000 academic scholarship to one senior student/athlete.  The scholarship will be considered on the basis of academic achievement, athletic participation, involvement in the community and/or religious groups, and demonstrated leadership in the community.  Applicants must be in the upper quarter of the graduating class, give evidence of leadership activities, give evidence of demonstrated community service and must be accepted at a 4-year college or university.  Recommendations from a faculty member, a varsity coach, and a religious or community leader are also required. 

Candidates must have assisted in the planning of the Blood Drives at RBHS or donated blood.  The candidates must submit a short essay which includes a personal statement explaining why donating blood is important and how this experience will impact their future.  The application must also include two evaluation forms from RB teachers or staff members.

This scholarship is for the education and training of graduating RB students who will be attending a technical college or a trade school.  It is also available to students attending a 4-year college and plan to major in the engineering field. The scholarship is possible thanks to the very generous donation made by the late Edwin R. Frederickson and will be administered by the Fifth Third Bank.  The scholarship is based on, in order of importance; need, scholastic attainment, scholastic potential and community service. This scholarship requires you to upload a transcript. Transcripts can be accessed in Schoolinks by clicking on the School Apple Icon and selecting Records Request. Apply here by April 3rd: https://www.ofic.org/smr/fredericksen

Criteria: High School Senior, Graduating from a high school in the greater Chicago area and attending a four-year, nonprofit college or university. Selection will be based upon: Need, Scholastic attainment, Scholastic potential and Community service. Applicants must submit FAFSA (SAR), current academic transcript, and letter of recommendation before the deadline. The scholarship is based on, in order of importance; need, scholastic attainment, scholastic potential and community service. This scholarship requires you to upload a transcript. Transcripts can be accessed in Schoolinks by clicking on the School Apple Icon and selecting Records Request. Apply here by April 3rd: 2026-2027 Frances Hess Memorial Scholarship Fund Application

The James A. Swanson Math Scholarship will be given to at least two graduating seniors planning to further their studies in math-related majors.  Awards vary from year to year. 

The Julie Morley Culinary Arts Scholarship is an award based upon the annual revenues of an endowment established in the memory of Julie Morley, former Culinary Arts teacher, FHA/HERO Sponsor, and department chairwoman of the Applied Arts Department.  This scholarship is intended to assist students who have exhibited outstanding aptitude and creativity in one or more of the Applied Arts.  First consideration will be given to applicants who are choosing the culinary arts for their future educational and/or professional studies.  Applicants should have taken at least one culinary arts class at RB or have been an active/competitive member of FCCLA for a minimum of two years.  Secondary consideration will be given to applicants who are pursuing a career in other areas of the Applied Arts.

This $2500 award is a memorial to Kristen Fuerst, an RBHS student and varsity tennis player who died in a train accident in 1989. This monetary scholarship is awarded to a senior female tennis player for postsecondary training at a two or four year college or university or a trade school who makes a solid contribution to the team with good teamwork qualities, integrity, and a solid work ethic. The winning candidate is determined by the head coach at RBHS. 

This scholarship is available to US citizens and North Riverside residents who are under the age of 25. The following must be submitted to the North Riverside Village Hall: completed application, copy of driver’s license or state identification card, minimum of two letters of recommendation, and a short essay. Applications can be picked up at the Village of North Riverside and are due by May 1st. 

A monetary award will go to a RB senior planning to study in the area of industrial technology.  Academic record, career goals, and involvement in the field of study will be considered.  The recipient will be chosen by the Applied Arts Department. There is no application. 

The Renee Petit Fine Arts Scholarship is intended to assist students who have exhibited outstanding aptitude and creativity in one or more of the fine arts to pursue their educational and or professional studies.  The candidate must have earned a minimum GPA of 3.5 in all fine arts related high school course work and a minimum overall GPA of 2.0.  A short essay, a letter of recommendation, and a performance based product which showcases the candidate's talents and achievements in at least one of the fine arts are required.  

This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to one graduating senior from RBHS.  The recipient will be selected on the basis of positive leadership and character as exhibited by academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, and involvement in the community.  Applicants must have maintained a “B” average or better and plan to enroll full-time at an accredited two or four-year college, university, or trade/vocational school.  They must also show financial need. Applicants must submit a completed application and media permission slip to Student Services. 

(RBEA) ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP GRANT

 

The RBEA has established academic scholarship grants of at least $400 to be awarded to graduating seniors.  This year's scholarships will be considered on the basis of academic achievement and involvement in the school and community.  Finalists may be asked to participate in an interview with the RBEA Scholarship Committee Members. 

The Riverside Masonic Scholarship is a one-time $1000 scholarship which is awarded to a graduating senior  Academic and extra-curricular activities will be considered. 

The Rotary Club will recognize one graduating senior from Riverside Brookfield High School who has demonstrated during their high school career an outstanding level of community service activity.  Hours of services to the school, through the school organizations and school-sponsored activities, and hours of service given in the community through religious, fraternal, and civic organizations will all be considered in the determination of this award (one time award of $1000).

This $1000 award is given annually to one senior at RBHS.  The purpose of this award is to recognize a student committed to community service. This is not an academic achievement award nor is it a scholarship. Interviews will be held.