Ohio Counties 2026 Scholarship

County Commissioners Association of Ohio Research and Educational Foundation

Scholarship for Ohio high school seniors planning on a career in public service and planning to attend a university, community college, training program, or vocational school in Ohio.

Qualifications:

Applicant must:
– Be a high school senior

– Be a U.S. citizen and a resident of a county in Ohio

– Plan to attend a university, community college, training program, or vocational school in Ohio

Applicants should plan on a career in public service in Ohio, including but not limited to: elected official, public administrators, civil servants/government employee, social workers, military, education, healthcare, law enforcement and justice, emergency services, non-profit and community service, conservation/wildlife, city/state planners, public works employees, and workforce development.

There will be one scholarship offered to students in each CCAO District (Central, Southwest, Northwest, Northeast, and Southeast).

Award Amount:
$2,000

Deadline:
May 1, 2026