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2025 scholarship application

Applications are being accepting Monday, Jan. 13, through Friday, Feb. 14.

This scholarship is included in FAO’s general scholarship application, allowing applicants to apply for nearly 30 scholarship opportunities through one easy-to-access application.

FAO has transitioned to a new online system, Foundation Cloud Community Portal, for funding applications, including scholarships. Before applying for a scholarship, all applicants must register and create an account in the new system. Once registered, click on the “Scholarship Application” tab and then select “Available Scholarships,” where you can access the specific scholarship application form.

For questions, please contact FAO at 740.753.1111 or view the Frequently Asked Questions page below.

Eligibility Requirements and Criteria
  • Monroe County resident graduating from the Switzerland of Ohio School District (Beallsville, Monroe Central and River High Schools or Swiss Hill Career Center)
  • Pursuing postsecondary studies at an accredited technical/vocational, two-year or four-year institution studying education (including special needs education) or the sciences (including agriculture)
  • Demonstrate a strong work ethic and related work experience

Application Period

Scholarship applications are accepted annually in January and February.