The following are detailed descriptions of scholarships which students can apply for. Applications are in .pdf (Adobe Reader) format as well as .doc (Microsoft Word) format. You will need either Adobe Reader or Microsoft Word to view and print.
Unless specifically marked, scholarships can be applied for via the general scholarship application: PDF version | WORD version.
Scholarships that require a specific application will be marked with an ** and the specific application provided as either a Microsoft Word or Adobe Reader document. WORD versions allow you to input data via the computer and then print.
Alice N. Jensen Memorial Scholarship: $500. Awarded once annually to a PHS graduate pursuing students or a 2-yr., 4-yr., college or university, or a Bible college. Priority may be given to a student enrolled in business studies.
Boice Family Memorial Scholarships: 2 @ $200. each. Based on academic performance and goals.
Colson (Ronda) Memorial Scholarship: $100. Awarded to any PHS senior who plans to pursue a career in business. Applicant must be a Christian (a born again believer in Jesus Christ). Recipient is selected by the PHS Scholarship Committee assisted by a local minister.
DeGrignon (Pierre) Memorial Scholarship: $100. Selection by the Pacific High School Scholarship Committee. Payment made directly to the school of the recipient’s choice upon verification of enrollment.
Epsilon Sigma Alpha Sorority Scholarship: Two @ $600. Each. Selection by the ESA Scholarship Committee. Awarded to any PHS graduate who plans to attend an accredited two or four-year college; no limitations, any field. If not used by recipient fall term, funds are awarded to alternate winter term.
J.R. Allison Memorial “Salt Water Open” Scholarship: $500.00. Selection based on need.
** Ladies’ Dew Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund: $100.00 Established in memory of Jean and Al Berger. Awarded to an average or better graduating senior who has shown a sincere desire to pursue a higher education. Selection of recipient and alternate will be made by the club's scholarship committee. Payment of the scholarship is made directly to the student upon proof of registration. (Same application used for both Ladies Dew Valley Club Scholarships) PDF | WORD
** Ladies' Dew Valley Club Scholarship: $500. Awarded to an average student for post high school training. Selection is made by the scholarship committee of the club. Payment is made to the recipient in divisions equal to the number of school terms during the first year of college upon verification of enrollment. PDF | WORD
Langlois Lions Scholarship: $500. Available to any graduating senior who will be attending a post secondary two or four-year institution of learning for professional-technical training or bachelor's degree. Selection by the Langlois Lions Club. If no candidate is available from the current year senior class, then it may be awarded to a PHS alumnus who meets the criteria stated above.
Lawrence Miller Memorial Scholarship: $500.00. Selection by anonymous donor based on need.
Marsh (Bradley) Memorial Scholarship: $300. May be used for any type of post high school education. Selection by the PHS Scholarship Committee. Payment made directly to the institution of the recipient's choice following verification of enrollment.
MacDonald (Ariel) Memorial Scholarship: $150. Selection by PHS Scholarship Committee. Awarded to a member of the graduating class with preference given to a student interested in forestry or geology. Payment is to made directly to the institution of the recipient’s choice upon verification of enrollment.
**Natural Resources Scholarship: $500 (2 available). Applicants must be enrolled in or affiliated with the Pacific High School Natural Resources Program. PDF | WORD
Noel Martin Memorial Scholarship: $1000. Awarded to a 2009 PHS graduate who demonstrates the potential to be successful at any school in Oregon including vocational training. Need for funds will be a factor in determining this award. A high grade point average is not necessary to receive this scholarship. (Added March 2009)
** Oregon Cranberry Farmers’ Alliance: $500. Students must be enrolled full-time at an accredited college, university, vocational or technical school. Selection based on academic and/or vocational performance, citizenship, extra-curricular involvement, and seriousness of purpose in future educational goals. GPA & SAT scores considered in selection process. PDF | WORD
Pacific High Alumni Community Service Scholarship: 1 @ $1,000 based on academic performance plus 100 hours minimum community service completed within 12 months prior to scholarship application deadline.
** Pacific High Alumni Class of 1982 Scholarship: $500. GPA 3.25 or lower, with preference given to students interested in biotech, robotics, chemistry, or medical studies. Selection also based on SAT scores, and community service. PDF | WORD
Pacific High School Student Body Scholarship: $300. The scholarship is awarded to a student for any type of two- or four-year post high school education. Recipient selected by PHS scholarship committee. Payment made from the scholarship fund upon verification of enrollment.
Pacific High School Community College Scholarship: $400. Awarded to a PHS graduating senior who plans to attend a community college in Oregon.
Port Orford Rotary Club: Amount to be announced. Awarded to one PHS graduate per year selected by Rotary Club. May be used for academic or professional/technical education at any accredited post-high school educational institution. Payment made directly to institution upon verification of enrollment. If you wish to be considered for the Rotary Scholarship, include a copy of your letter of acceptance from the school you will attend in the Fall of 2009 with your application. A copy of your award letter for financial aid should also accompany your application.
Port Orford-Langlois Teachers’ Association (POLTA): $250. Scholarship award for valedictorian and salutatorian of graduating class.
Port & Starboard Restaurant Leadership Award: $500 Selection by David Smith, owner. Based on leadership, community service, need. May be used for post-high school training at a 2- or 4-year college.
Potter: Juston & Art Potter Varsity Basketball Appreciation Scholarship. $250. Scholarship will be awarded annually to a senior male and a senior female basketball player who have participated in varsity basketball at Pacific High School. Selection will be based on sportsmanship, work ethic, academics, team play, and financial need.
Ray’s Food Place Scholarship: $500.00. Payment made directly to the school of the recipient's choice upon verification of enrollment. GPA Requirement = 3.00 or better, plus applicant must have accumulated 200 hours of work (any kind) in the past year.
Robert James Swartz Ashdown Memorial Scholarship: Amount TBD. Awarded to a PHS graduate who must be from a commercial fishing family. (Added March 2009)
Smith, Lester & Era Memorial Scholarship: $250. Criteria include need, and academic performance.
Sunset Garden Club: $500.00. Awarded to a graduating senior with an accumulative GPA of 3.0+. Student must be college-bound and accepted at an accredited school. Student must also intend to major in horticulture, botany, agriculture, ecology, forestry, land management, or related fields.
Varsity Scholarship: $300. Based on athletic participation plus academic goals and performance.
** VFW Ladies Auxiliary #3440: $350. Requires VFW application form and letter of recommendation. Selection based on scholarship, character, financial need, dependability, sincerity of purpose, leadership qualities. PDF | WORD
Young (William) Investments Scholarship: $500.00. Available to students interested in a 4-year college or professional/technical education. Selection by the Scholarship Committee. GPA requirement = 2.5 or better.
Zion Lutheran Church Women's Scholarship: $200.00. Awarded to a PHS graduate who plans to attend a 2 or 4 year college, or who pursue professional/vocational education. Student must have GPA of 3.00 or better and demonstrate financial need & citizenship. Selection is by the organization.
Zuppe (John) Memorial Scholarship: $150. Selection by PHS Scholarship Committee with special consideration given to a graduating senior interested in physical education and/or the counseling of foster children. Payment is made directly to the institution of the recipient's choice upon verification of enrollment.
Revised 03/16/08