Scholarships
updated 04/02/26
The Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship (posted 11/15/25)
The Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund offers renewable, four-year scholarships to students with financial need who display academic achievement, a commitment to serving others, and a strong work ethic.
Click on the link for more details. Visit the Guidance Office for printed information.
Applications must be submitted using the online form. Mailed applications will not be considered.
Regular deadline - 12 noon, May 1, 2026. Early response deadline - 12 noon, April 2, 2026.
Swansea Fire Company 1 Scholarship (posted 02/17/26)
The Swansea Fire Company 1 Scholarship is available to any senior planning to attend an accredited college/university. You don't need to be a firefighter or related to a Swansea firefighter to be eligible for the $1,000.00 scholarship.
Click on the link for the scholarship application. Printed applications are in the Guidance office.
Application Deadline April 30, 2026, before 2:00 pm.
Somerset Federal Credit Union (posted 02/18/26)
The Somerset Federal Credit Union, in conjunction with our employee-sponsored ReachOut!The program is proud to offer the following (3) $2,000 scholarships:
Somerset Federal Credit Union Scholarship, Oliver C. Perry, Jr. Scholarship, ReachOut! Scholarship
Only Somerset Federal Credit Union members or dependents of members are eligible.
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Students must submit a completed scholarship application, along with all required materials, to any Somerset Federal Credit Union branch or by mail, postmarked no later than 4/30/26.
Paul Summers Memorial Athletic Scholarship (posted 02/18/26)
Paul was a graduate of Joseph Case High School (Class of 1961), where he played football, basketball, and baseball. He was elected to the initial class of the Case High Athletic Hall of Fame. He received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Rhode Island, where he played football and baseball. He holds the URI record in baseball for pitching a complete 14-inning victory over Springfield College in 1965.
Paul was a member of the Swansea American Legion Post 303 for over 50 years, where he served as Historian and Sergeant of Arms. He was a member of the Lance Corporal John J. Van Gyzen Marine Corps Post Detachment 1285, where he was the Librarian.
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The applications are due no later than 4/30/26.
Stony Brook Camera Club (posted 02/18/26)
The Stony Brook Camera Club will award up to three scholarships of up to $500 each this year to deserving high school seniors who are planning to pursue photography or a related field through higher education.
Click on the link for details and application.
The application deadline is April 19, 2026.
The Massachusetts Broadcasters Association Scholarship (posted 02/18/26)
To apply for this scholarship, a student must be a Massachusetts resident with a declared major in a broadcast-related field and be enrolled or plan to enroll at an accredited two or four-year school.
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Applications are to be emailed or postmarked by Friday, April 17, 2026.
Greater Southeastern Massachusetts Labor Council/AFL-CIO (posted 02/20/26)
The GSMLC gives out at least three $1,000 scholarships each year. These are available to high school seniors living in Southeastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod, and the Islands, and have a parent, legal guardian, aunt, uncle, or grandparent, or are themselves, a members of a labor union affiliated with the Greater Southeastern Massachusetts Labor Council. The most important element of the selection criteria is the essay, followed by the student’s grades.
Click on the links for more details. Visit the Guidance Office for printed information.
Applications are due by May Day/International Worker Day (May 1st).
The Massachusetts Shellfish Officers Association (posted 02/26/26)
The Massachusetts Shellfish Officers Association, a non-profit organization of municipal representatives, has established a financial assistance program. Senior High School students enrolled in a higher education Marine Biology program and that are residents of a city or town that sponsors a representative to the M.S.O.A. (see listing) are eligible to apply for an award.
Visit the Guidance Office for printed information.
The application deadline is FRIDAY APRIL 10, 2026.
The Joseph Case High School Drama Boosters Inc. Scholarship (posted 3/5/26)
The annual scholarship program is funded by drama boosters and is an open award presented to students who are graduating seniors. Awards will be presented at the Annual Drama Banquet.
Click on the link for the application. Printed applications with the requirements are in the Guidance office.
Applications are to be returned to the guidance office on April 10, 2026, by 2:00 pm.
Edward J Sullivan Scholarship (Citizens for Citizens)(posted 03/11/26)
Only high school seniors who are continuing their education in a four year college program, a two year program, or a two or four year program at an accredited technical school. The award is hat the student must have attended at least one (1) of CFC's child care programs (Early Head Start, Head Start, After School Child Care, Extended or Family Child Care).
Click on the link for more details. Visit the Guidance Office for printed information.
The deadline for applying is Friday, May 1.
Katie L. Fleet Memorial Scholarship (posted 03/11/26)
A senior pursuing their degree to become a Speech-Language Pathologist and or to work with children in the medical field.
The student must be in good standing and must have been accepted into a college or university enrolling in the Fall.
The student must have a commitment to academic achievement and volunteer work.
Special consideration will be given to a student with financial need.
Click on the link for more details. Visit the Guidance Office for printed information.
Katie L. Fleet Memorial Scholarship Info
Applications are to be returned to the guidance office on April 10, 2026, by 2:00 pm.
One SouthCoast Chamber Scholarship (posted 03/11/2026)
One SouthCoast Chamber is pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications for our 2026 Scholarship Program.
Scholarships are available to: Graduating high school seniors and Students currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution
These awards reflect our commitment to strengthening our regional workforce and investing in the future of our SouthCoast community. Proceeds from our annual golf tournament and Celebrity Scholarship Dinner help fund some of these scholarships, in combination with the generous support of our members and sponsors.
Click on the link for more details. Visit the Guidance Office for printed information.
Application deadline: Friday, April 17 by 12:00pm.
Mark Gardiner Hoyle Memorial Scholarship (posted 03/12/26)
Student recipients of the scholarships are selected by a majority vote of the trustees who give special attention to those who have demonstrated good scholastic aptitude (but they need not be honor students), financial need, and involvement in the athletic program at JCHS. The recipient need not necessarily be a member of an athletic team but may be involved through lending assistance, being a student manager, or being a supporter of school activities.
Printed applications with the requirements are in the Guidance office. Click on the link for more details.
Applications are to be returned to the guidance office on April 10, 2026, by 2:00 pm.
Matt T. Benoit Memorial Scholarship Fund (posted 03/16/26)
The organization intends to award scholarships to a student who most resembles the qualities that Matthew T. Benoit had.
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The application deadline is May 1, 2026.
The Jennie Friese Scholarship Fund (posted 03/19/26)
The recipient(s) of $5,000 in scholarships, will be a female high school senior continuing their education to a 2 or 4-year accredited trade school, college, or university. Most importantly, the recipient(s) will demonstrate a true passion for life, family, community, and education just like Jennie. The application should include a 250-500 word essay that best describes themselves and why they’re worthy of this award.
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The application deadline is May 1, 2026. Applications should be submitted to bobpproulx@aol.com.
The Billy Davock Scholarship (posted 03/19/26)
The recipient(s) of $5,000 in scholarships, will be a male high school senior with plans to continue on to a 2 or 4-year accredited trade school, college, or university. Most importantly, the recipient(s) will demonstrate a true zest for life and adventure, be an active member of their community, and provide examples of ways they have given back to those in need. Applicants should provide a 250-500 word essay that tells the story of why their life adventures, already experienced or to be experienced, big or small, are so vital to who they are and who they plan to become.
Click on the link for more details. Visit the Guidance Office for printed information.
The essay must be received by May 1, 2026. Essay should be submitted to davock1@yahoo.com.
South Coast Community Chorale Scholarship (posted 3/23/26)
SCCC will award a scholarship to a student by enterting a degree program in music (including education, performing, production and theatre) at an accredited college or university and provide proof of acceptance.
Visit the Guidance Office for printed information and applications. Click on the link for more information.
The application deadline must be postmarked by April 15, 2026.
Champs Scholarship Case High Association of Music Parents (posted 03/30/26)
We are pleased to offer the following scholarships to qualified students that have partcipated in Joseph Case High School Music Ensembles:
Champs General Scholarship, Champs Music Scholarship, Philip Brightman Band Spirit Award, Brenda Rogers Memorial Scholarship
Click on the link for more details. Visit the Guidance Office for printed information.
The deadline for submitting a completed application to the Guidance Office is April 27, 2026 by 2:00pm.
Rotary Club of Fall River Scholarship (posted 03/30/26)
Rotary's mission is Service Above Self. Scholarship applicants should demonstrate a commitment to this mission in their service to others. While school and community service activities account for the most significant portion of the total evaluation score, your overall high school experience is also taken into consideration.
Click on the link for more details. Visit the Guidance Office for printed information.
The deadline for submission is Friday, April 30, 2026.
The Prince Henry Society (posted 3/30/26)
Eligibility Requirements: Any graduating senior of Portuguese descent seeking an undergraduate or associate degree from an accredited college or university. A resident of the greater New Bedford area, attending one of the schools listed in the application.
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Prince Henry
Deadline to fill out this application is April, 3 2026.
IACO Italian Heritage Scholarship (posted 4/2/26)
This scholarship is designed for students who demonstrate:
A strong personal connection to their Italian heritage
Commitment to their community
A genuine sense of purpose in their future goals
Students pursuing college, university, trade, technical, or vocational pathways are all encouraged to apply.
Click on the link for more details. Visit the Guidance Office for printed information.
IACO Italian Heritage Scholarship
Application Deadline: April 30, 2026
Swansea Volunteer Fire Department Company 2 Memorial Scholarship (posted 4/2/26)
Criteria: Must be a Swansea firefighter or relative to a Swansea firefighter.
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Swansea Volunteer Fire Department Company 2
Application Deadline: May 4, 2026