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NEW Kohl's Cares Scholarship Program
The Kohl's Cares® Scholarship Program recognizes and rewards young volunteers (ages 6–18) who help make their communities a better place to live. The top prize is $10,000.
Nomination Deadline: March 15, 2012
Website: https://www.act.org/kohls/
The Kohl's Cares® Scholarship Program recognizes and rewards young volunteers (ages 6–18) who help make their communities a better place to live. The top prize is $10,000.
Nomination Deadline: March 15, 2012
Website: https://www.act.org/kohls/
NEW Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY) 2012 Award Program
The SAMMY 2012 Award Program recognizes outstanding scholar athletes in grade 12 from high schools throughout the contiguous United States. An athlete from your high school could be one of the 25 winners who will each receive the following:
Judging of the nominees will be based on five criteria: academic performance (35%), athletic excellence (35%), leadership (15%), community service (10%) and milk experience essay (5%). Preliminary judging will be conducted by a qualified group of educators and coaches who will select 75 finalists. A panel of celebrity athletes from the Milk Mustache campaign will then choose the 25 winners.
Deadline: March 19
Website and application process: https://www.sammyapplication.com/
The SAMMY 2012 Award Program recognizes outstanding scholar athletes in grade 12 from high schools throughout the contiguous United States. An athlete from your high school could be one of the 25 winners who will each receive the following:
- A $7,500 college scholarship from the Milk Processor Education Program
- An invitation for winners, parents and/or guardians to attend a SAMMY 2012 awards weekend scheduled for June 2012
- An opportunity to be pictured in a special congratulatory Milk Mustache ad in a June 2012 edition of USA TODAY and other national publications
Judging of the nominees will be based on five criteria: academic performance (35%), athletic excellence (35%), leadership (15%), community service (10%) and milk experience essay (5%). Preliminary judging will be conducted by a qualified group of educators and coaches who will select 75 finalists. A panel of celebrity athletes from the Milk Mustache campaign will then choose the 25 winners.
Deadline: March 19
Website and application process: https://www.sammyapplication.com/
NEW Gwinnett County Retired Educators Association
The Gwinnett County Retired Educators Association will award a one-time $1500 scholarship to a senior from a Gwinnett County Public School who is planning to pursue a career in education.
Deadline: March 16
Applications available in the counseling office.
The Gwinnett County Retired Educators Association will award a one-time $1500 scholarship to a senior from a Gwinnett County Public School who is planning to pursue a career in education.
Deadline: March 16
Applications available in the counseling office.
NEW Huggable Heroes Program
Since 2004, more than 100 exceptional young people have been recognized as Build-A-Bear Workshop Huggable Heroes®. Our annual Huggable Heroes program supports thousands of causes and champions un-bear-lievable efforts of young people who are making a difference. Each of the 2012 Huggable Heroes will receive a $7,500 educational scholarship from Build-A-Bear Workshop and $2,500 from the Build-A-Bear Workshop Foundation to be donated to the 501(c)(3) charity or Canadian cause of their choice. In addition, each member of the new class of Huggable Heroes will receive a trip for themselves and one parent, or legal guardian, to St. Louis, home of Build-A-Bear Workshop World Bearquarters. There they will be honored for their work, meet the other 2012 Huggable Heroes and participate in a photo shoot for the 2013 Build-A-Bear Workshop Huggable Heroes calendar.
For nomination information visit: http://promotions.mardenkane.com/babw/huggableheroes2012/
Since 2004, more than 100 exceptional young people have been recognized as Build-A-Bear Workshop Huggable Heroes®. Our annual Huggable Heroes program supports thousands of causes and champions un-bear-lievable efforts of young people who are making a difference. Each of the 2012 Huggable Heroes will receive a $7,500 educational scholarship from Build-A-Bear Workshop and $2,500 from the Build-A-Bear Workshop Foundation to be donated to the 501(c)(3) charity or Canadian cause of their choice. In addition, each member of the new class of Huggable Heroes will receive a trip for themselves and one parent, or legal guardian, to St. Louis, home of Build-A-Bear Workshop World Bearquarters. There they will be honored for their work, meet the other 2012 Huggable Heroes and participate in a photo shoot for the 2013 Build-A-Bear Workshop Huggable Heroes calendar.
For nomination information visit: http://promotions.mardenkane.com/babw/huggableheroes2012/
NEW WyzAnt College Scholarship
Please submit your application to http://www.wyzant.com/Scholarships/ by April 1, 2012. Each individual who applies ("Applicant") will be required to write an essay in English of no more than 300 words answering the question: "What is the most important lesson you have learned in your life?"
WyzAnt tutors will review essays in the final round and determine the winners. Scholarship awards of $5,000, $3,000, and $2,000 are available for first through third place!
Please submit your application to http://www.wyzant.com/Scholarships/ by April 1, 2012. Each individual who applies ("Applicant") will be required to write an essay in English of no more than 300 words answering the question: "What is the most important lesson you have learned in your life?"
WyzAnt tutors will review essays in the final round and determine the winners. Scholarship awards of $5,000, $3,000, and $2,000 are available for first through third place!
NEW Extend the Dream Scholarship
The Extend the Dream Scholarship is provided through funds from the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling Human Relations Committee. SACAC wants to recognize and reward deserving students. This scholarship is awarded based on financial need, academic achievement and community service. Awards are in the amount of $1,000 and are not renewable.
Scholarship Criteria:
Applicant must be a current high school senior graduating from a public, private, parochial high school or home school located in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee or the Caribbean
Applicant must be accepted by and plan to attend a regionally accredited, non-proprietary, technical, community or four-year college in the fall following his/her graduation
Applicant must have at least a 2.75 grade point average for grades 9-12.
Applicant must have financial need
Applicant must demonstrate a commitment to community service, social justice issues, and/or leadership qualities
Applicant must submit ACT and/or SAT scores
Deadline: May 25th, 2012
Applications available in the counseling office
The Extend the Dream Scholarship is provided through funds from the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling Human Relations Committee. SACAC wants to recognize and reward deserving students. This scholarship is awarded based on financial need, academic achievement and community service. Awards are in the amount of $1,000 and are not renewable.
Scholarship Criteria:
Applicant must be a current high school senior graduating from a public, private, parochial high school or home school located in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee or the Caribbean
Applicant must be accepted by and plan to attend a regionally accredited, non-proprietary, technical, community or four-year college in the fall following his/her graduation
Applicant must have at least a 2.75 grade point average for grades 9-12.
Applicant must have financial need
Applicant must demonstrate a commitment to community service, social justice issues, and/or leadership qualities
Applicant must submit ACT and/or SAT scores
Deadline: May 25th, 2012
Applications available in the counseling office
NEW Gwinnett County Board of Relators Scholarship Foundation
Each year the Gwinnett County Board of Realtors® Scholarship Foundation through the Northeast Atlanta Metro Association of REALTORS® will award a scholarship to a worthy graduate of an accredited high school program within the state of Georgia. The scholarship will be paid through the institution of the student’s choice, $1,000 each year for a maximum of four years.
The criteria for the award of the scholarship shall be as follows:
1. Applicants must have a grade point average of 90 or more or an A average as shown by their high school transcript.
2. Applicants must have a SAT combined score of 1800 or more (out of 2400) ACT composite score of 22 or more (out of 36).
3.demonstrated leadership in school activities and/or community involvement.
4. Applicants must have applied for or be accepted for enrollment at an accredited college, university or vocational-technical institution and plan on working toward a bachelors or associate degree.
5. Financial need of the applicant may be considered in the scholarship award.
6. All applicants must be a 1st (first) or 2nd (second) generation (this includes children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews & Step children) selected students who are related to any REALTOR® member of the Northeast Atlanta Metro Association of Realtors® and are graduating from an accredited high school program within the state of Georgia.
7. The applicant’s high school principal and school counselor shall sign each application to verify the student’s scholarship, character and extra curricular activities.
8. Recipients of the scholarship must register for and complete at least the minimum number of hours required to be classified as a full time student at the institution of their choice and maintain an accumulated C average. Awards must be renewed annually by the filing of a renewal application as required by the Scholarship Committee.
9. The Gwinnett County Board of Realtors® Scholarship Foundation, through The Northeast Atlanta Metro Association of REALTORS® makes no distinction in its scholarship awards based on the grounds of age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin or physical handicap.
10. The Gwinnett County Board of Realtors® Scholarship Foundation, through The Northeast Atlanta Metro Association of REALTORS® reserves the right to make the final selection of each year’s recipient and each annual renewal of the award and any decision of The Gwinnett County Board of Realtors® Scholarship Foundation, through Northeast Atlanta Metro Association of REALTORS® on the scholarship shall be final and uncontestable.
Deadline: All applications must be submitted to the Northeast Atlanta Metro Association of REALTORS® office by 4:00 PM, Friday, March 30th
Applications available in the counseling office.
Each year the Gwinnett County Board of Realtors® Scholarship Foundation through the Northeast Atlanta Metro Association of REALTORS® will award a scholarship to a worthy graduate of an accredited high school program within the state of Georgia. The scholarship will be paid through the institution of the student’s choice, $1,000 each year for a maximum of four years.
The criteria for the award of the scholarship shall be as follows:
1. Applicants must have a grade point average of 90 or more or an A average as shown by their high school transcript.
2. Applicants must have a SAT combined score of 1800 or more (out of 2400) ACT composite score of 22 or more (out of 36).
3.demonstrated leadership in school activities and/or community involvement.
4. Applicants must have applied for or be accepted for enrollment at an accredited college, university or vocational-technical institution and plan on working toward a bachelors or associate degree.
5. Financial need of the applicant may be considered in the scholarship award.
6. All applicants must be a 1st (first) or 2nd (second) generation (this includes children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews & Step children) selected students who are related to any REALTOR® member of the Northeast Atlanta Metro Association of Realtors® and are graduating from an accredited high school program within the state of Georgia.
7. The applicant’s high school principal and school counselor shall sign each application to verify the student’s scholarship, character and extra curricular activities.
8. Recipients of the scholarship must register for and complete at least the minimum number of hours required to be classified as a full time student at the institution of their choice and maintain an accumulated C average. Awards must be renewed annually by the filing of a renewal application as required by the Scholarship Committee.
9. The Gwinnett County Board of Realtors® Scholarship Foundation, through The Northeast Atlanta Metro Association of REALTORS® makes no distinction in its scholarship awards based on the grounds of age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin or physical handicap.
10. The Gwinnett County Board of Realtors® Scholarship Foundation, through The Northeast Atlanta Metro Association of REALTORS® reserves the right to make the final selection of each year’s recipient and each annual renewal of the award and any decision of The Gwinnett County Board of Realtors® Scholarship Foundation, through Northeast Atlanta Metro Association of REALTORS® on the scholarship shall be final and uncontestable.
Deadline: All applications must be submitted to the Northeast Atlanta Metro Association of REALTORS® office by 4:00 PM, Friday, March 30th
Applications available in the counseling office.
NEW Appeal Foundation Scholarship
The APPEAL Foundation Scholarship Fund was created to provide financial support to aspiring scholars within the metropolitan Atlanta community.
Eligibility:
Citizen of the US
Full-time student currently attending a Dekalb or Gwinnett County High School
Demonstrated commitment to academic excellence and community service with a high school GPA of not less than 3.0; a combined reading/math/writing score of 1600 or more on the SAT, or 25 or higher on the ACT.
Demonstrated Financial Need
Deadline: February 24th, 2012
Pick up an application from the counseling office.
The APPEAL Foundation Scholarship Fund was created to provide financial support to aspiring scholars within the metropolitan Atlanta community.
Eligibility:
Citizen of the US
Full-time student currently attending a Dekalb or Gwinnett County High School
Demonstrated commitment to academic excellence and community service with a high school GPA of not less than 3.0; a combined reading/math/writing score of 1600 or more on the SAT, or 25 or higher on the ACT.
Demonstrated Financial Need
Deadline: February 24th, 2012
Pick up an application from the counseling office.
NEW AES Engineers Scholarship
The consulting firm of AES Engineers is committed to continuing its support of higher education by providing scholarships to deserving students. Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluating the essays that are submitted. Amount of award: $500.00
Deadline for entry: October 5, 2012
Further information, including previous winners, is available on our web site at: http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
The consulting firm of AES Engineers is committed to continuing its support of higher education by providing scholarships to deserving students. Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluating the essays that are submitted. Amount of award: $500.00
Deadline for entry: October 5, 2012
Further information, including previous winners, is available on our web site at: http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
NEW Buick Achievers Scholarship Program
Eligibility: Stories of human achievement are everywhere. The Buick Achievers Scholarship
started with that in mind. We want to celebrate motivated, passionate college bound students nationwide. It starts with good grades. But goes beyond. The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program wants to reward those who have succeeded both inside and outside of the classroom, who may not be able to attend college without financial assistance. It's a reward for what you've made of yourself, and the difference you are making for others. If you have the passion to succeed - especially in fields of study important to the automotive and related industries, the Buick Achievers Scholarship Program is looking for you. You've already made a difference. But you're eager to do more. You have a great future ahead of you. We want to help you take the next step...reach that next level...unleash your exceptional potential.
Award: The Buick Scholarship offers up to $25,000/year for 100 first-time freshman, renewable up to four years, and $2,000/year for an additional 1,000 incoming students.
Deadline: February 29
Website: www.buickachievers.com
Eligibility: Stories of human achievement are everywhere. The Buick Achievers Scholarship
started with that in mind. We want to celebrate motivated, passionate college bound students nationwide. It starts with good grades. But goes beyond. The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program wants to reward those who have succeeded both inside and outside of the classroom, who may not be able to attend college without financial assistance. It's a reward for what you've made of yourself, and the difference you are making for others. If you have the passion to succeed - especially in fields of study important to the automotive and related industries, the Buick Achievers Scholarship Program is looking for you. You've already made a difference. But you're eager to do more. You have a great future ahead of you. We want to help you take the next step...reach that next level...unleash your exceptional potential.
Award: The Buick Scholarship offers up to $25,000/year for 100 first-time freshman, renewable up to four years, and $2,000/year for an additional 1,000 incoming students.
Deadline: February 29
Website: www.buickachievers.com
NEW The Delta Alpha Chapter at The University of Georgia “La Mujer Universal” Scholarship
The Delta Alpha Chapter de Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Incorporated at The University of Georgia will recognize only one applicant as its 2011-2012 “La Mujer Universal” Scholarship recipient and will award a scholarship in the amount of $500. The recipient must enroll in a two or four-year accredited college or university or a vocational/technical school for the 2012-2013 academic year. Scholarship applications must be completed with all the required documents and must be postmarked on or before the deadline of MARCH 16th, 2011. Incomplete applications will not be accepted or considered. The recipient will also be recognized at the annual “Mr. and Miss Latin UGA Pageant” which will take place Sunday, April 15th, 2012 at The University of Georgia’s Tate Grand Hall Ballroom.
Eligibility Requirements:Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Be a graduating female with at least one parent of Hispanic or Latino heritage
Must matriculate at a U.S. accredited college or university full time during the school year 2012-2013 (regardless of legal status; must prove enrollment if granted the scholarship)
GPA 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
Attend a public high school in the Atlanta Metropolitan area
(Athens-Clarke, Barrow, Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, Dekalb, Douglas, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, Habersham, Hall, Jackson, Rockdale)
Have demonstrated leadership abilities through participating in community service, extracurricular or other related activities
Applications are available in the counseling office
Deadline: March 16
The Delta Alpha Chapter de Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Incorporated at The University of Georgia will recognize only one applicant as its 2011-2012 “La Mujer Universal” Scholarship recipient and will award a scholarship in the amount of $500. The recipient must enroll in a two or four-year accredited college or university or a vocational/technical school for the 2012-2013 academic year. Scholarship applications must be completed with all the required documents and must be postmarked on or before the deadline of MARCH 16th, 2011. Incomplete applications will not be accepted or considered. The recipient will also be recognized at the annual “Mr. and Miss Latin UGA Pageant” which will take place Sunday, April 15th, 2012 at The University of Georgia’s Tate Grand Hall Ballroom.
Eligibility Requirements:Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Be a graduating female with at least one parent of Hispanic or Latino heritage
Must matriculate at a U.S. accredited college or university full time during the school year 2012-2013 (regardless of legal status; must prove enrollment if granted the scholarship)
GPA 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
Attend a public high school in the Atlanta Metropolitan area
(Athens-Clarke, Barrow, Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, Dekalb, Douglas, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, Habersham, Hall, Jackson, Rockdale)
Have demonstrated leadership abilities through participating in community service, extracurricular or other related activities
Applications are available in the counseling office
Deadline: March 16
NEW Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association
The Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association awards scholarships annually in the amount of $1500, $1000, and $750 to high school seniors through an essay writing contest.
The link for complete information and details is: http://georgiafiresprinkler.org/contest.php
The deadline for entries is March 10, 2012.
The Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association awards scholarships annually in the amount of $1500, $1000, and $750 to high school seniors through an essay writing contest.
The link for complete information and details is: http://georgiafiresprinkler.org/contest.php
The deadline for entries is March 10, 2012.
NEW 2012 Shell Oil Company Technical Scholarship
Shell will sponsor up to 20 awards of $2,500 for graduating high school seniors enrolling in engineering or geosciences identified by Shell (Georgia Tech is one of these schools).
Deadline: February 28
Please come to the counseling office to pick up the application packet
NEW 2012 PDK Prospective Educator Scholarship Program
The Gwinnett Chapter of PDK International annually awards scholarships to prospective educators. Eligible applicants are high school seniors intending to major in education in college.
Deadline: March 1
Please come to the counseling office to pick up the application packet.
NEW Metro Atlanta Relocation Council
The one-time award of $1,500 will be presented to an Atlanta area high school senior this year (Residence eligibility is defined as a senior attending a private or public school in any city or county district within Cobb, Fulton, DeKalb, or Gwinnett Counties as well as any county immediately bordering these counties).
Eligibility: Currently a senior in good standing in an Atlanta area high school, Has relocated more than 50 miles and changed schools due to their family's relocation between grades 9 and 12, Currently have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0 (or equivalent if different scale).
Deadline: February 29
Please come to the counseling office to pick up the application packet.
NEW Kiwanis Club of Suwanee Scholarship
The Kiwanis Club of Suwanee will award $500.00 to 2 Collins Hill Seniors.
Eligibility: U.S Citizen, 3.0 Cumulative GPA, strong educational motivation and group leadership skills through extracurricular activities, financial need, work experience and letter of recommendations are additional criteria in the selection process.
Deadline: January 31
Please come to the counseling office to pick up the application packet.
NEW Jacob D. Bullock Foundation, Mathurin Scholarship
You are eligible to be an applicant if you are a Georgia resident, expected to graduate High School in 2012 and enrolled as a full-time student in a two or four-year college/university. Career pursuit must be in one of the following professions: Social Work, Social Science, Family and Child Science, or Early Childhood Education. 3.0 GPA, At least 20 hours approved community service
Deadline: January 31
Website: www.jacobbullock.org
Please come to the counseling office to pick up the application packet.
NEW Gwinnett County Public Schools Foundation Scholarships
The Alton C. Crews Educator Scholarships are one-time awards of $1000 to two students who exhibit good character and leadership skills, have maintained a 3.0 GPA and have a desire to enter the teaching profession.
The J. Alvin Wilbanks Educator Scholarships are one-time awards of $1000 to two students who exhibit good character and leadership skills, have maintained a 3.0 GPA and have a desire to enter the teaching profession.
The Louise Radloff Scholarships are one-time awards of $1000 to two students who exhibit good character and have overcome a significant challenge to meet the requirements of graduation. No GPA requirement. The award can be applied to any form of post-secondary study that leads to employment.
The John A. Raghu Scholarship is a one-time award of $500 to a band member, with preference to bassist, from Archer High School, who participates in community service and has a weighted GPA of 3.0 or better.
The Robbie Susan Moore Scholarships are one-time awards of $500 to two minority students who will attend a four year college, who have financial need, participate in significant community service and have a weighted GPA of 3.0 or better. Preference will be given to students who are first in the family to attend college.
The Dr. Barbara Reed Science Scholarship is a one-time award of $500 to a graduating senior with an interest in a post-secondary science field.
The Dr. Linda Williams Educational Scholarship is a one-time award in the amount of $500 for a graduating senior from Grayson, Maxwell, and Phoenix High School.
Deadline: Friday, February 3, 2012
Website: www.gcps-foundation.org/apply-for-a-scholarship
The Alton C. Crews Educator Scholarships are one-time awards of $1000 to two students who exhibit good character and leadership skills, have maintained a 3.0 GPA and have a desire to enter the teaching profession.
The J. Alvin Wilbanks Educator Scholarships are one-time awards of $1000 to two students who exhibit good character and leadership skills, have maintained a 3.0 GPA and have a desire to enter the teaching profession.
The Louise Radloff Scholarships are one-time awards of $1000 to two students who exhibit good character and have overcome a significant challenge to meet the requirements of graduation. No GPA requirement. The award can be applied to any form of post-secondary study that leads to employment.
The John A. Raghu Scholarship is a one-time award of $500 to a band member, with preference to bassist, from Archer High School, who participates in community service and has a weighted GPA of 3.0 or better.
The Robbie Susan Moore Scholarships are one-time awards of $500 to two minority students who will attend a four year college, who have financial need, participate in significant community service and have a weighted GPA of 3.0 or better. Preference will be given to students who are first in the family to attend college.
The Dr. Barbara Reed Science Scholarship is a one-time award of $500 to a graduating senior with an interest in a post-secondary science field.
The Dr. Linda Williams Educational Scholarship is a one-time award in the amount of $500 for a graduating senior from Grayson, Maxwell, and Phoenix High School.
Deadline: Friday, February 3, 2012
Website: www.gcps-foundation.org/apply-for-a-scholarship
NEW GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship
Elgibility: Exceptional student leaders are invited to apply for the 2012 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program. In honor of thelegacy and character of President Ronald Reagan, this program annually rewards up to 20 college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
Award: $10,000 renewable scholarships (up to $40,000 per recipient).
Deadline: February 17, 2012
Website: http://www.reaganfoundation.org/GE-RFScholarships.aspx
Elgibility: Exceptional student leaders are invited to apply for the 2012 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program. In honor of thelegacy and character of President Ronald Reagan, this program annually rewards up to 20 college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
Award: $10,000 renewable scholarships (up to $40,000 per recipient).
Deadline: February 17, 2012
Website: http://www.reaganfoundation.org/GE-RFScholarships.aspx
NEW The Marine Corps Scholarship
Eligibility: The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation awards scholarships for undergraduate college education in all 50 states and internationally. Our scholarship recipients study in a variety of academic disciplines. The Scholarship Foundation provides financial resources, and the support of an extended community, ensuring the children of Marines and eligible Navy Corpsmen have the opportunity to attend college and successfully achieve their goals. Minimum 2.0 GPA.
Award: Starting at $1,500
Deadline: January 2, 2012
Website: www.mcsf.org
Eligibility: The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation awards scholarships for undergraduate college education in all 50 states and internationally. Our scholarship recipients study in a variety of academic disciplines. The Scholarship Foundation provides financial resources, and the support of an extended community, ensuring the children of Marines and eligible Navy Corpsmen have the opportunity to attend college and successfully achieve their goals. Minimum 2.0 GPA.
Award: Starting at $1,500
Deadline: January 2, 2012
Website: www.mcsf.org
NEW Jackson Electric Membership Corporation Scholarships
Jackson EMC is proud to offer a variety of scholarship opportunities to help area youth achieve their dreams. Scholarships are based on academic ability, faculty recommendations, autobiographical sketch, extra-curricular activities and financial need. A scholarship committee carefully reviews each application in search of the best applicants.
Walter Harrison Scholarship
Eligibility: The Harrison scholarship is named in honor of a leader in the state and national electric cooperative movements. The Harrison Trust awards several scholarships statewide to undergraduate students enrolled in or accepted by a Georgia college, university or technical school. Judges select winners for the Harrison Scholarship each year based on financial need and academic ability.
Award: $1,000
The A.T. Sharpton-Gainesville College Restricted Scholarship Award
Eligibility: This scholarship award is available exclusively for students planning to attend or currently enrolled at Gainesville College. Financial need is a primary consideration so you must complete a free application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in addition to the scholarship application. Judges will also consider academic average, autobiographical sketch, standardized test scores and/or faculty recommendations.
Award: $1,000
The A.T. Sharpton Unrestricted Scholarship Award
Eligibility: This scholarship award is funded through the same trust as the Gainesville College Scholarship but is payable to students enrolled in any two- or four-year college or university in the nation. Judges will consider financial need; however, academic average, autobiographical sketch, standardized test scores and/or faculty recommendations are of equal importance. This scholarship is available for both undergraduate and graduate students
Award: $1,000
Deadline: January 20, 2012, by 5 pm
Website: http://www.jacksonemc.com/scholarships
Jackson EMC is proud to offer a variety of scholarship opportunities to help area youth achieve their dreams. Scholarships are based on academic ability, faculty recommendations, autobiographical sketch, extra-curricular activities and financial need. A scholarship committee carefully reviews each application in search of the best applicants.
Walter Harrison Scholarship
Eligibility: The Harrison scholarship is named in honor of a leader in the state and national electric cooperative movements. The Harrison Trust awards several scholarships statewide to undergraduate students enrolled in or accepted by a Georgia college, university or technical school. Judges select winners for the Harrison Scholarship each year based on financial need and academic ability.
Award: $1,000
The A.T. Sharpton-Gainesville College Restricted Scholarship Award
Eligibility: This scholarship award is available exclusively for students planning to attend or currently enrolled at Gainesville College. Financial need is a primary consideration so you must complete a free application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in addition to the scholarship application. Judges will also consider academic average, autobiographical sketch, standardized test scores and/or faculty recommendations.
Award: $1,000
The A.T. Sharpton Unrestricted Scholarship Award
Eligibility: This scholarship award is funded through the same trust as the Gainesville College Scholarship but is payable to students enrolled in any two- or four-year college or university in the nation. Judges will consider financial need; however, academic average, autobiographical sketch, standardized test scores and/or faculty recommendations are of equal importance. This scholarship is available for both undergraduate and graduate students
Award: $1,000
Deadline: January 20, 2012, by 5 pm
Website: http://www.jacksonemc.com/scholarships
NEW U.S. Air Force ROTC Scholarship
The Air Force ROTC High School Scholarship ProgramHigh School Scholarship ProgramProvides 3- and 4-year scholarships in three different types to high school seniors. provides three- and four-year scholarships in three different types to high school seniors. The application process is the same for each type.
Type 1: Pays full college tuition, most fees and $900 per year for books. Approximately 5% of our four-year scholarship winners will be offered a Type-1 scholarship (mostly in technical fields technical fields. Fields mostly related to careers in the Air Force that have a scientific basis such as engineering, chemistry and meteorology, and that the Air Force considers a need for its officers.
Type 2: Pays college tuition and most fees up to $18,000 and $900 per year for books. Approximately 20% of our four-year scholarship winners will be offered a Type-2 scholarship (mostly in technical fields). If a student attends an institution where the tuition exceeds $18,000 per year, then he/she pays the difference. All three-year scholarships are type 2.
Type 7: Pays college tuition up to the equivalent of the in-state rate at a public school and $900 per year for books. If a student receives a Type-7 offer but wishes to attend a college/university where they do not qualify under the guidelines above, the student can convert the four-Year Type-7 scholarship to a three-Year Type-2 scholarship. You cannot activate a Type-7 scholarship at a non-qualifying school and pay the difference.
Eligibility: To be eligible for scholarship consideration, you must achieve an SAT composite of 1100 (Math and Critical Reading portions only) or ACT composite of 24 and attain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Deadline: December 1, 2011
Website: www. afrotc.com
The Air Force ROTC High School Scholarship ProgramHigh School Scholarship ProgramProvides 3- and 4-year scholarships in three different types to high school seniors. provides three- and four-year scholarships in three different types to high school seniors. The application process is the same for each type.
Type 1: Pays full college tuition, most fees and $900 per year for books. Approximately 5% of our four-year scholarship winners will be offered a Type-1 scholarship (mostly in technical fields technical fields. Fields mostly related to careers in the Air Force that have a scientific basis such as engineering, chemistry and meteorology, and that the Air Force considers a need for its officers.
Type 2: Pays college tuition and most fees up to $18,000 and $900 per year for books. Approximately 20% of our four-year scholarship winners will be offered a Type-2 scholarship (mostly in technical fields). If a student attends an institution where the tuition exceeds $18,000 per year, then he/she pays the difference. All three-year scholarships are type 2.
Type 7: Pays college tuition up to the equivalent of the in-state rate at a public school and $900 per year for books. If a student receives a Type-7 offer but wishes to attend a college/university where they do not qualify under the guidelines above, the student can convert the four-Year Type-7 scholarship to a three-Year Type-2 scholarship. You cannot activate a Type-7 scholarship at a non-qualifying school and pay the difference.
Eligibility: To be eligible for scholarship consideration, you must achieve an SAT composite of 1100 (Math and Critical Reading portions only) or ACT composite of 24 and attain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Deadline: December 1, 2011
Website: www. afrotc.com
NEW American Chemical Society Scholars Award
Eligibility: ACS awards renewable scholarships to underrepresented minority students who want to enter the fields of chemistry or chemistry-related fields. African American, Hispanic, or American Indian high school seniors or college freshman, sophomores, or juniors pursuing a college degree in the chemical sciences or chemical technology are eligible to apply. Demonstrate high academic achievement in chemistry or science (Grade Point Average 3.0, "B" or better), and financial need according to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form (FAFSA) and the Student Aid Report (SAR) form
Award: Scholarship recipients receive a maximum of $5,000 per year, awards are renewable.
Deadline: March 1, 2012
Website: www.acs.org
Eligibility: ACS awards renewable scholarships to underrepresented minority students who want to enter the fields of chemistry or chemistry-related fields. African American, Hispanic, or American Indian high school seniors or college freshman, sophomores, or juniors pursuing a college degree in the chemical sciences or chemical technology are eligible to apply. Demonstrate high academic achievement in chemistry or science (Grade Point Average 3.0, "B" or better), and financial need according to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form (FAFSA) and the Student Aid Report (SAR) form
Award: Scholarship recipients receive a maximum of $5,000 per year, awards are renewable.
Deadline: March 1, 2012
Website: www.acs.org
NEW Stephen J. Brady STOP Hunger Scholarship
Eligibility: The Stephen J. Brady STOP Hunger Scholarships recognize students who are
driving awareness and mobilizing youth to be catalysts for innovative models and solutions to eliminate hunger in America.
Award: Scholarship recipients each receive $5,000 for their education and a matching grant in their name for the hunger-related charity of their choice.
Deadline: December 5, 2011
Website: http://www.sodexofoundation.org/hunger_us/scholarships/scholarships.asp
Eligibility: The Stephen J. Brady STOP Hunger Scholarships recognize students who are
driving awareness and mobilizing youth to be catalysts for innovative models and solutions to eliminate hunger in America.
Award: Scholarship recipients each receive $5,000 for their education and a matching grant in their name for the hunger-related charity of their choice.
Deadline: December 5, 2011
Website: http://www.sodexofoundation.org/hunger_us/scholarships/scholarships.asp
NEW Imagine America Scholarship
Eligibility: The Imagine America scholarship program can make it easier to achieve your dreams! If you have the commitment it takes to pursue a career education and meet the qualifications below, apply today!
Only recent high school graduates who meet the following recommended guidelines should apply:
· Likelihood of successful completion of postsecondary education
· High school grade point average of 2.5 or greater
· Financial need
· Demonstrated voluntary community service during senior year
Award: $1,000
Deadline: 12/31/2011
Website: http://www.imagine-america.org/highschoolscholarships
Eligibility: The Imagine America scholarship program can make it easier to achieve your dreams! If you have the commitment it takes to pursue a career education and meet the qualifications below, apply today!
Only recent high school graduates who meet the following recommended guidelines should apply:
· Likelihood of successful completion of postsecondary education
· High school grade point average of 2.5 or greater
· Financial need
· Demonstrated voluntary community service during senior year
Award: $1,000
Deadline: 12/31/2011
Website: http://www.imagine-america.org/highschoolscholarships
NEW The Goizueta Foundation Undergraduate Scholars
The University of Georgia is pleased to announce three new scholarship programs. The addition of the new scholarships will result in four different undergraduate scholarship programs which will support students with financial need (as determined by analysis of the FASFA or Free Application for Student Financial Aid application,) and who are fluent in Spanish. Preference will be given to students from Georgia. In addition to the scholarship aid, after enrollment, students will be provided with opportunities to interact with other scholarship winners and attend specific events to support their transition to UGA and enhance their learning experience.
The Goizueta Foundation Undergraduate Scholars will receive $3000 per year and are generally awarded to 5-10 new incoming first- year students.
The Opportunity Scholarships are awards of $4000 per year and are generally awarded to 15 new incoming first-year students with strong academic accomplishments.
The Leadership Scholarships are awards of $7500 per year and are generally awarded to 7 new incoming first-year students. The student’s demonstrated and potential in leadership is taken into consideration in this scholarship.
All first-year scholarships are renewable for a total of 8 terms of full-time enrollment or until the student completes their baccalaureate degree. Students must maintain a 2.8 GPA for renewal.
Students interested in the scholarship must apply for admission to UGA by December 15,2011 and complete the FAFSA as soon after January 1st as possible.
The application for the scholarships can be found at: https://www.admissions.uga.edu/article/spanish
The University of Georgia is pleased to announce three new scholarship programs. The addition of the new scholarships will result in four different undergraduate scholarship programs which will support students with financial need (as determined by analysis of the FASFA or Free Application for Student Financial Aid application,) and who are fluent in Spanish. Preference will be given to students from Georgia. In addition to the scholarship aid, after enrollment, students will be provided with opportunities to interact with other scholarship winners and attend specific events to support their transition to UGA and enhance their learning experience.
The Goizueta Foundation Undergraduate Scholars will receive $3000 per year and are generally awarded to 5-10 new incoming first- year students.
The Opportunity Scholarships are awards of $4000 per year and are generally awarded to 15 new incoming first-year students with strong academic accomplishments.
The Leadership Scholarships are awards of $7500 per year and are generally awarded to 7 new incoming first-year students. The student’s demonstrated and potential in leadership is taken into consideration in this scholarship.
All first-year scholarships are renewable for a total of 8 terms of full-time enrollment or until the student completes their baccalaureate degree. Students must maintain a 2.8 GPA for renewal.
Students interested in the scholarship must apply for admission to UGA by December 15,2011 and complete the FAFSA as soon after January 1st as possible.
The application for the scholarships can be found at: https://www.admissions.uga.edu/article/spanish
NEW Gwinnett Area II PTA Scholarship
The purpose of this scholarship is to assist students who have successfully completed high school who are interested in furthering their education in a college or university to prepare themselves for careers of their choice with the goal of having these individuals maintain their support and commitment to the advancement of education. This is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship.
Qualifications and Eligibility
A student is eligible to apply for the Gwinnett Area II PTA Scholarship if he/she:
Send to:
Gwinnett Area II PTA Scholarship
C/O Scholarship Committee
275 Foster Trace Drive
Lawrenceville, Georgia 30043-6521
Deadline: Postmarked March 15, 2012.
Applications are available in the counseling office.
The purpose of this scholarship is to assist students who have successfully completed high school who are interested in furthering their education in a college or university to prepare themselves for careers of their choice with the goal of having these individuals maintain their support and commitment to the advancement of education. This is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship.
Qualifications and Eligibility
A student is eligible to apply for the Gwinnett Area II PTA Scholarship if he/she:
- Is a graduating senior and PTSA member of an Area II high school with a PTA/PTSA. The PTA must be in good standing (i.e. paid dues, approved bylaws on file).
- Is interested in attending an accredited four (4) year or two year (2) college or university
- Has exhibited good character
- Has a satisfactory scholastic record
- Applications will be scored based upon information in essay (80 points), and grade point average (20 points)
Send to:
Gwinnett Area II PTA Scholarship
C/O Scholarship Committee
275 Foster Trace Drive
Lawrenceville, Georgia 30043-6521
Deadline: Postmarked March 15, 2012.
Applications are available in the counseling office.
NEW Shell Minority Scholarship
The Shell Minority Scholarship Program focuses on developing talent in the engineering and geosciences field by providing assistance to under-represented graduating high school seniors who have expressed an interest in the energy industry and demonstrated an aptitude in mathematics and science. To qualify, the student must be an under-represented race/ethnicity in the technical/science academic areas. To be eligible, nominees must be Black (Not of Hispanic Origin), Hispanic/Latino, American Indian, or Alaskan Native.
Deadline: 2/15/11
Website: www.shell.us/home/content/usa/aboutshell/careers/ students_and_graduates/development/scholarships/
The Shell Minority Scholarship Program focuses on developing talent in the engineering and geosciences field by providing assistance to under-represented graduating high school seniors who have expressed an interest in the energy industry and demonstrated an aptitude in mathematics and science. To qualify, the student must be an under-represented race/ethnicity in the technical/science academic areas. To be eligible, nominees must be Black (Not of Hispanic Origin), Hispanic/Latino, American Indian, or Alaskan Native.
Deadline: 2/15/11
Website: www.shell.us/home/content/usa/aboutshell/careers/ students_and_graduates/development/scholarships/
NEW C-SPAN StudentCam Documentary Competition
C-SPAN's StudentCam encourages students to think about issues that affect our communities and our nation. Students are asked to create a short (5-8 minute) video documentary.
Award: up to $5,000
Deadline: 1/20/12
Website: www.studentcam.org
C-SPAN's StudentCam encourages students to think about issues that affect our communities and our nation. Students are asked to create a short (5-8 minute) video documentary.
Award: up to $5,000
Deadline: 1/20/12
Website: www.studentcam.org
NEW Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
Eligibility: Through its Education and Leadership Development Program, the Jackie
Robinson Foundation provides scholarships to minority high school students showing leadership potential and demonstrating financial need to attend an accredited 4-year college or university of their choice.
To be eligible, an applicant must:
· Be a graduating, minority high school senior;
· Plan to attend an accredited and approved four–year institution within the United States;
· Show leadership potential;
· Demonstrate a dedication to community service;
· Present evidence of financial need;
· Be a United States citizen;
· A minimum SAT score of 1,000 combined on the math and critical reading sections or a composite ACT score of 22; and
· Not possess a degree from a 2 or 4–year College when applying for the scholarship.
Award: up to $7,500
Deadline: March 30, 2012
Website: http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/general-applicants.php
Eligibility: Through its Education and Leadership Development Program, the Jackie
Robinson Foundation provides scholarships to minority high school students showing leadership potential and demonstrating financial need to attend an accredited 4-year college or university of their choice.
To be eligible, an applicant must:
· Be a graduating, minority high school senior;
· Plan to attend an accredited and approved four–year institution within the United States;
· Show leadership potential;
· Demonstrate a dedication to community service;
· Present evidence of financial need;
· Be a United States citizen;
· A minimum SAT score of 1,000 combined on the math and critical reading sections or a composite ACT score of 22; and
· Not possess a degree from a 2 or 4–year College when applying for the scholarship.
Award: up to $7,500
Deadline: March 30, 2012
Website: http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/general-applicants.php
NEW Cappex Great Achievements Scholarship
Eligibility: Have you had some great accomplishments during your high school career?
Whether you climbed a mountain, solved a Rubik's Cube in record time or significantly improved your GPA, we want to know about it! Tell Cappex about your great achievements and see if they are scholarship worthy.
Award: $1,000
Deadline: February 28, 2011
Website: http://www.cappex.com/scholarships/
Eligibility: Have you had some great accomplishments during your high school career?
Whether you climbed a mountain, solved a Rubik's Cube in record time or significantly improved your GPA, we want to know about it! Tell Cappex about your great achievements and see if they are scholarship worthy.
Award: $1,000
Deadline: February 28, 2011
Website: http://www.cappex.com/scholarships/
NEW Army ROTC Scholarship
Eligibility: High School senior, GPA of at least 2.50, Minimum 920 SAT score, or 19 on SAT (excluding the writing test scores), Agree to accept a commission and serve in the Army on Active Duty or Reserve, 8 year army commitment, Meet physical standards
Award: Army ROTC offers two-, three- and four-year scholarships, which pay full and fees, include a separate allowance for books and a monthly stipend of up to $5,000 a year. Army ROTC scholarships are not retroactive.
Deadline: January 10
Website: www.armyrotc.com
Eligibility: High School senior, GPA of at least 2.50, Minimum 920 SAT score, or 19 on SAT (excluding the writing test scores), Agree to accept a commission and serve in the Army on Active Duty or Reserve, 8 year army commitment, Meet physical standards
Award: Army ROTC offers two-, three- and four-year scholarships, which pay full and fees, include a separate allowance for books and a monthly stipend of up to $5,000 a year. Army ROTC scholarships are not retroactive.
Deadline: January 10
Website: www.armyrotc.com
NEW First Freedom Student Competition (Essay and Video Categories)
Eligibility: High-school students (9th - 12th) in the United States and U.S. territories attending American schools and American home-schooled students worldwide. Examine religious freedom, its history, current importance, and relevance in today's world.
Award: Essay Award: $2,500 and Video Award: $2,500
Deadline: Deadline for online registration: Monday, November 14, 2011; Postmark Entry Deadline for Entry and Video Upload: Saturday, November 26, 2011
Website: http://www.firstfreedom.org
Eligibility: High-school students (9th - 12th) in the United States and U.S. territories attending American schools and American home-schooled students worldwide. Examine religious freedom, its history, current importance, and relevance in today's world.
Award: Essay Award: $2,500 and Video Award: $2,500
Deadline: Deadline for online registration: Monday, November 14, 2011; Postmark Entry Deadline for Entry and Video Upload: Saturday, November 26, 2011
Website: http://www.firstfreedom.org
NEW Gen and Kelly Tanade Scholarship Program
Eligibility: The Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship is open to 9th-12th grade high school students, college students or graduate school students who are legal U.S. residents. Students not currently in school must plan to enroll in a higher education program within 12 months.
Award: The $1,000.00 Scholarship award may be used for tuition, room and board.books or any related educational expense. A brief personal statement is required with the application.
Deadline: December 31, 2011
Website: http://www.gkscholarship.com/
Eligibility: The Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship is open to 9th-12th grade high school students, college students or graduate school students who are legal U.S. residents. Students not currently in school must plan to enroll in a higher education program within 12 months.
Award: The $1,000.00 Scholarship award may be used for tuition, room and board.books or any related educational expense. A brief personal statement is required with the application.
Deadline: December 31, 2011
Website: http://www.gkscholarship.com/
NEW AXA Achievement Scholarship
Eligibility: High school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their activities in school, the community or the workplace.
Award: Up to $25,000
Deadline: December 1
Website: http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievement-scholarship.html
Eligibility: High school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their activities in school, the community or the workplace.
Award: Up to $25,000
Deadline: December 1
Website: http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievement-scholarship.html
NEWThe Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) Program
Eligibility: The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) program is for motivated high school students who want to experience a culture and learn a language through a full immersion experience. Earn a competitive edge for your college applications. Learn about German culture first-hand by living with a host family and attending a German high school. Connect to an elite network of U.S. Department of State program alumni. Embark on an adventure that is unlike any other. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, national or permanent resident; between the ages of 15 and 18 at the start of the program; a current high school student at the time of application, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
Award: Fully funded study abroad opportunity.
Deadline: December 16, 2011
Website: http://www.usagermanyscholarship.org/about/
Eligibility: The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) program is for motivated high school students who want to experience a culture and learn a language through a full immersion experience. Earn a competitive edge for your college applications. Learn about German culture first-hand by living with a host family and attending a German high school. Connect to an elite network of U.S. Department of State program alumni. Embark on an adventure that is unlike any other. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, national or permanent resident; between the ages of 15 and 18 at the start of the program; a current high school student at the time of application, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
Award: Fully funded study abroad opportunity.
Deadline: December 16, 2011
Website: http://www.usagermanyscholarship.org/about/
NEW Darin C. Banks Foundation Scholarship Competition
The Darin C. Banks Foundation presents its Annual Collegiate Scholarship Competition. Because Darin was an academic scholarship recipient in his youth, as were a number of DCBF's Board of Directors, we know the challenges paying for college can pose for students. Three $1,000.00 scholarships will be awarded.
Deadline: Completed applications (including all requirements) must be postmarked by January 31, 2012; Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Mail all application materials to: DCBF, Attn: Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 3726, Union, NJ 07083.
Winners to be announced by March 30, 2012. For questions or concerns, please contact DCBF at dcbfoundation@peoplepc.com.
Scholarship Criteria:
Eligibility:
Must be a U.S. or naturalized citizen
Must be ages 16-18
Must be a high school senior
Must have cumulative GPA of 3.0 and above
Application Requirements:
Completed application
Official copy of birth certificate
Official transcripts
Copy of ACT or SAT test scores
(2) Recommendation letters
Resume
Copy of college acceptance letter from an accredited college or university
Planned full-time enrollment in an accredited college or university for the 2012-13 academic year
An interview with the DCBF Scholarship Fund Committee
(1) Original essay composition - see application for topics
Final verification of the above requirements
Signed memo that stipulates required participation in (1) DCBF
Go to www.dcbfoundation.com for more details.
The Darin C. Banks Foundation presents its Annual Collegiate Scholarship Competition. Because Darin was an academic scholarship recipient in his youth, as were a number of DCBF's Board of Directors, we know the challenges paying for college can pose for students. Three $1,000.00 scholarships will be awarded.
Deadline: Completed applications (including all requirements) must be postmarked by January 31, 2012; Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Mail all application materials to: DCBF, Attn: Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 3726, Union, NJ 07083.
Winners to be announced by March 30, 2012. For questions or concerns, please contact DCBF at dcbfoundation@peoplepc.com.
Scholarship Criteria:
Eligibility:
Must be a U.S. or naturalized citizen
Must be ages 16-18
Must be a high school senior
Must have cumulative GPA of 3.0 and above
Application Requirements:
Completed application
Official copy of birth certificate
Official transcripts
Copy of ACT or SAT test scores
(2) Recommendation letters
Resume
Copy of college acceptance letter from an accredited college or university
Planned full-time enrollment in an accredited college or university for the 2012-13 academic year
An interview with the DCBF Scholarship Fund Committee
(1) Original essay composition - see application for topics
Final verification of the above requirements
Signed memo that stipulates required participation in (1) DCBF
Go to www.dcbfoundation.com for more details.
NEW The Tenth Annual National Co-op Scholarship Program
WACE, on behalf of the seven WACE Partner Institutions, is pleased to announce and sponsor its 10th annual National Co-op Scholarship Program. As the largest independently sponsored merit co-op scholarship porgram in the United States, WACE will award 155 merit co-op scholarships of $6,000 each, for a total renewable value of up to $4,000,000. These merit co-op scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors and transfer students who plan to participate in college cooperative education at one of the partner institutions.
QUALIFICATIONS: To qualify for this scholarship, students must:
Have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale.
Complete all the required admissions applications material and be accepted for the 2012-2013 academic year at one of the following schools: Drexel University, Johnson & Wales University, Kettering University, Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, Wentworth Institute of TechnologyINSTRUCTIONS: Please complete the National Co-op Scholarship Program Application including a typed one-page essay (500-words) describing why you have chosen to pursue a college cooperative education program
For General Questions, please contact Danielle Perry at 978.934.1870 or email danielle_perry@uml.edu
For a scholarship application please visit: http://www.waceinc.org/scholarship/application.html
Deadline: February 15, 2012
WACE, on behalf of the seven WACE Partner Institutions, is pleased to announce and sponsor its 10th annual National Co-op Scholarship Program. As the largest independently sponsored merit co-op scholarship porgram in the United States, WACE will award 155 merit co-op scholarships of $6,000 each, for a total renewable value of up to $4,000,000. These merit co-op scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors and transfer students who plan to participate in college cooperative education at one of the partner institutions.
QUALIFICATIONS: To qualify for this scholarship, students must:
Have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale.
Complete all the required admissions applications material and be accepted for the 2012-2013 academic year at one of the following schools: Drexel University, Johnson & Wales University, Kettering University, Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, Wentworth Institute of TechnologyINSTRUCTIONS: Please complete the National Co-op Scholarship Program Application including a typed one-page essay (500-words) describing why you have chosen to pursue a college cooperative education program
For General Questions, please contact Danielle Perry at 978.934.1870 or email danielle_perry@uml.edu
For a scholarship application please visit: http://www.waceinc.org/scholarship/application.html
Deadline: February 15, 2012
NEW Elks National Foundation: Most Valuable Student Competition
The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships to high school seniors in the 2012 competition.
Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. All scholarships are in the form of certificates of award conditional upon the full-time enrollment of the winner in an accredited U.S. college or university. Applications must advance through local, district and state competitions to reach national judging. The Chicago office of the Elks National Foundation will notify the 500 national finalists by email in late February 2012. To be eligible for an award, national finalists will be required to submit a secondary application online. The national finalists will also be required to mail their Student Aid Report to the ENF. These applications are due March 23, 2012. The Chicago office of the Elks National Foundation will announce the 500 national winners, and notify them in writing, by mid-April 2012. (Many local Lodges, districts and state Elks associations award their own scholarships through this program. These scholarships are not to be confused with the 500 Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarships.) Ranging from $1,000 per year to $15,000 per year, Most Valuable Student scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college or university.
The 2012 Most Valuable Student application is due December 2, 2011.
Application and Additional Information: http://www.elks.org/ENF/scholars/mvs.cfm
The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships to high school seniors in the 2012 competition.
- Any high school senior who is a citizen of the United States is eligible to apply.
- Applicants need not be related to a member of the Elks.
- College students are not eligible to apply.
- Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are signed; permanent legal resident status does not qualify.
- Male and female students compete separately.
Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. All scholarships are in the form of certificates of award conditional upon the full-time enrollment of the winner in an accredited U.S. college or university. Applications must advance through local, district and state competitions to reach national judging. The Chicago office of the Elks National Foundation will notify the 500 national finalists by email in late February 2012. To be eligible for an award, national finalists will be required to submit a secondary application online. The national finalists will also be required to mail their Student Aid Report to the ENF. These applications are due March 23, 2012. The Chicago office of the Elks National Foundation will announce the 500 national winners, and notify them in writing, by mid-April 2012. (Many local Lodges, districts and state Elks associations award their own scholarships through this program. These scholarships are not to be confused with the 500 Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarships.) Ranging from $1,000 per year to $15,000 per year, Most Valuable Student scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college or university.
The 2012 Most Valuable Student application is due December 2, 2011.
Application and Additional Information: http://www.elks.org/ENF/scholars/mvs.cfm
NEW KFC Colonel's Scholars
KFC Colonel's Scholars is looking for high school seniors with entrepreneurial drive, strong perseverance, demonstrated financial need and who want to pursue a college education at an accredited public institution in the state they reside.
The KFC Colonel's Scholars Program is about you, your dreams and aspirations, and the perseverance to succeed. This program is offered to high school seniors planning to attend a public in-state college or university. Students who meet the criteria may apply online to become a KFC Colonel's Scholar. Students selected for this scholarship are eligible to receive up to $20,000 to complete a bachelor's degree program.
To be eligible to compete for the KFC Colonel's Scholars Scholarship, a student must:
Online Application Available December 1st, 2011 to February 8th, 2012 at www.kfcscholars.org
KFC Colonel's Scholars is looking for high school seniors with entrepreneurial drive, strong perseverance, demonstrated financial need and who want to pursue a college education at an accredited public institution in the state they reside.
The KFC Colonel's Scholars Program is about you, your dreams and aspirations, and the perseverance to succeed. This program is offered to high school seniors planning to attend a public in-state college or university. Students who meet the criteria may apply online to become a KFC Colonel's Scholar. Students selected for this scholarship are eligible to receive up to $20,000 to complete a bachelor's degree program.
To be eligible to compete for the KFC Colonel's Scholars Scholarship, a student must:
- Graduate from high school this academic year (between 12/1/11 and 8/31/12)
- Earn a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.75
- Plan to pursue a bachelor's degree at a public, in-state college or university (start date no later than 9/30/12)
- Be a US citizen or permanent resident
- Demonstrate financial need
Online Application Available December 1st, 2011 to February 8th, 2012 at www.kfcscholars.org
NEW Student of Integrity Scholarship
The entry is based on four categories:
1. Leadership Skills (Extra Curricular Activities)
2. Community Service
3. Academic Achievement
4. Essay
Each category will be judged in the following way:
1. Leadership Skills – 10%
2. Community Service – 10%
3. Academic Achievement – 10%
4. Essay – 70%
Students must submit the following:
1. Leadership Skills – please submit in your choice of written form the leadership skills you’ve shown during your high school years. This can be school activities and out of school activities. Some students simply make a list while others go into more detail for each experience.
2. Community Service – please submit in your choice of written form the organizations you’ve been involved with during your high school years. Please explain what it’s meant to you to be a volunteer and the impact it has had on you.
3. Academic Achievement – please submit a copy of your transcript. If you receive the transcript and it is sealed, please open and make copies.
4. Essay – please submit in type written form an essay on “If I were a CEO...the 5 Principals/Values on which I would build my company and why." This will account for 70% of your score. The essay should not exceed 500 words.
Students are free to add any other information they feel will be beneficial to their entry. All entries must be received at BBB office by January 31, 2012. Students must submit three copies of their entry as the entries will be judged by three different people. BBB will not make copies or send incomplete entries. Students who submit incomplete entries will not be notified due to the amount of entries received.
BBB will present the $1,000 check and award to the winners after the judging. If you have any questions, please contact Dottie Callina at scholarships@atlanta.bbb.org.
For the additional information and the application visit:
www.atlanta.bbb.org or http://atlanta.bbb.org/2012-requirements-for-student-of-integrity-scholarship
Please come to the counseling office to pick up an application.
The entry is based on four categories:
1. Leadership Skills (Extra Curricular Activities)
2. Community Service
3. Academic Achievement
4. Essay
Each category will be judged in the following way:
1. Leadership Skills – 10%
2. Community Service – 10%
3. Academic Achievement – 10%
4. Essay – 70%
Students must submit the following:
1. Leadership Skills – please submit in your choice of written form the leadership skills you’ve shown during your high school years. This can be school activities and out of school activities. Some students simply make a list while others go into more detail for each experience.
2. Community Service – please submit in your choice of written form the organizations you’ve been involved with during your high school years. Please explain what it’s meant to you to be a volunteer and the impact it has had on you.
3. Academic Achievement – please submit a copy of your transcript. If you receive the transcript and it is sealed, please open and make copies.
4. Essay – please submit in type written form an essay on “If I were a CEO...the 5 Principals/Values on which I would build my company and why." This will account for 70% of your score. The essay should not exceed 500 words.
Students are free to add any other information they feel will be beneficial to their entry. All entries must be received at BBB office by January 31, 2012. Students must submit three copies of their entry as the entries will be judged by three different people. BBB will not make copies or send incomplete entries. Students who submit incomplete entries will not be notified due to the amount of entries received.
BBB will present the $1,000 check and award to the winners after the judging. If you have any questions, please contact Dottie Callina at scholarships@atlanta.bbb.org.
For the additional information and the application visit:
www.atlanta.bbb.org or http://atlanta.bbb.org/2012-requirements-for-student-of-integrity-scholarship
Please come to the counseling office to pick up an application.
NEW UNIVISION 34’S “Liga de Campeones” Scholarship
UNIVISION 34’S “Liga de Campeones” Scholarship is designed to motivate Latino youth in the Atlanta area to pursue higher education. The program recognizes Hispanic high school seniors who excel in academic success, athletic achievement or community involvement.
ELIGIBILITY: The scholarship is open to students who meet all of the following criteria:
1) Reside in the metro Atlanta area and surrounding counties that receive the Univision 34 signal
2) Are enrolled as a 12th grade student with sufficient credits to graduate in the Spring term of 2012
3) Are bilingual (Spanish/English)
4) Have a Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher based on a 4.0 scale
5) Are of Hispanic descent (defined as persons descended from Central America (excluding Belize), Cuba, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Puerto Rico, South America (excluding Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana) or other Spanish speaking countries)
6) Are not employees or agents, and are not immediate family of and do not reside in the same household of, employees or agents of (a) Univision, (b) Plaza Fiesta and (c) BrandsMart USA, (d) any participating sponsors or their respective parents or affiliates; and (b) persons who are engaged in the development, production, distribution of materials, or drawing of scholarship recipients for this scholarship.
Please come to the counseling office to pick up an application packet.
Deadline: February 28, 2012
UNIVISION 34’S “Liga de Campeones” Scholarship is designed to motivate Latino youth in the Atlanta area to pursue higher education. The program recognizes Hispanic high school seniors who excel in academic success, athletic achievement or community involvement.
ELIGIBILITY: The scholarship is open to students who meet all of the following criteria:
1) Reside in the metro Atlanta area and surrounding counties that receive the Univision 34 signal
2) Are enrolled as a 12th grade student with sufficient credits to graduate in the Spring term of 2012
3) Are bilingual (Spanish/English)
4) Have a Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher based on a 4.0 scale
5) Are of Hispanic descent (defined as persons descended from Central America (excluding Belize), Cuba, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Puerto Rico, South America (excluding Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana) or other Spanish speaking countries)
6) Are not employees or agents, and are not immediate family of and do not reside in the same household of, employees or agents of (a) Univision, (b) Plaza Fiesta and (c) BrandsMart USA, (d) any participating sponsors or their respective parents or affiliates; and (b) persons who are engaged in the development, production, distribution of materials, or drawing of scholarship recipients for this scholarship.
Please come to the counseling office to pick up an application packet.
Deadline: February 28, 2012
NEW Anne Ford & Allegra Ford Scholarships
The Anne Ford Scholarship is a $10,000 scholarship ($2,500/year over four years) granted to a graduating high school senior with a documented learning disability who will be enrolled in a full-time bachelor’s degree program in the fall of 2012
Allegra Ford Scholarship is a $2,500 one-time scholarship awarded to a graduating high school senior with a documented learning disability who will be enrolled in a two-year community college, a vocational or technical training program, or a specialized program for students with LD in the fall of 2012.
Application : http://www.ncld.org/about-us/scholarships-aamp-awards/the-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Deadline: December 31
The Anne Ford Scholarship is a $10,000 scholarship ($2,500/year over four years) granted to a graduating high school senior with a documented learning disability who will be enrolled in a full-time bachelor’s degree program in the fall of 2012
Allegra Ford Scholarship is a $2,500 one-time scholarship awarded to a graduating high school senior with a documented learning disability who will be enrolled in a two-year community college, a vocational or technical training program, or a specialized program for students with LD in the fall of 2012.
Application : http://www.ncld.org/about-us/scholarships-aamp-awards/the-anne-ford-and-allegra-ford-scholarship-award
Deadline: December 31
NEW Georgia Farm Bureau Scholarship and the Gwinnett County Farm Bureau Scholarship
Scholarships are now open to ALL high school students that will be graduating in 2012 and beginning college that year. Gwinnett County Farm Bureau will award a total of $1500 in scholarship(s) to those who meet the criteria. ALL scholarships will then be forwarded to Georgia Farm Bureau for an opportunity to win the state level award. All winners will be announced in May 2012. The scholarship checks will be distributed in the summer of 2012 upon confirmation by the student of their college/university and major area of study as listed in the criteria.
The completed application must be returned to the Gwinnett County Farm Bureau: 1150 Cripple Creek Drive, Lawrenceville GA 30043 - NO LATER than Friday February 3rd.
For more information regarding our scholarships, please contact our office at 770-963-6209.
Please come to the counseling office to pick up an application.
Scholarships are now open to ALL high school students that will be graduating in 2012 and beginning college that year. Gwinnett County Farm Bureau will award a total of $1500 in scholarship(s) to those who meet the criteria. ALL scholarships will then be forwarded to Georgia Farm Bureau for an opportunity to win the state level award. All winners will be announced in May 2012. The scholarship checks will be distributed in the summer of 2012 upon confirmation by the student of their college/university and major area of study as listed in the criteria.
The completed application must be returned to the Gwinnett County Farm Bureau: 1150 Cripple Creek Drive, Lawrenceville GA 30043 - NO LATER than Friday February 3rd.
For more information regarding our scholarships, please contact our office at 770-963-6209.
Please come to the counseling office to pick up an application.
NEW 2011-12 Georgia Military Scholarship
North Georgia College & State University is awarding 39 Georgia Military Scholarships to high school seniors. These are full scholarships that pay for room, meals, tuition, fees, books and uniforms for all four years.
Elibibility: excellent physical condition, have above a 3.0 cumulative GPA, and have SAT scores of a minimum of 440 math and 480 critical reading. Refer them to the step-by-step instructions for applying for the scholarship at this web site:
For step-by-step application instructions: www.northgeorgia.edu/gmssteps
Deadline: March 10th
North Georgia College & State University is awarding 39 Georgia Military Scholarships to high school seniors. These are full scholarships that pay for room, meals, tuition, fees, books and uniforms for all four years.
Elibibility: excellent physical condition, have above a 3.0 cumulative GPA, and have SAT scores of a minimum of 440 math and 480 critical reading. Refer them to the step-by-step instructions for applying for the scholarship at this web site:
For step-by-step application instructions: www.northgeorgia.edu/gmssteps
Deadline: March 10th
NEW ROTC Scholarships
Air Force ROTC SCHOLARSHIP Information: http://www.afrotc.com/scholarships/high-school/
Army ROTC: http://www.goarmy.com/rotc/high-school-students.html
Marine ROTC: http://officer.marines.com/marine/making_marine_officers/cp1/nrotc?WT.mc_id=TODAYSMILITARYOFFROTC
National Guard: http://www.nationalguard.com/benefits/money-for-college/guard-scholarships
Navy ROTC: https://www.nrotc.navy.mil/apply.aspx
Apply today for a 4 year scholarship good at 150 colleges and universities. Don't wait to apply for a NROTC scholarship with a total value of $200,000. The early submission deadline is October 31 and the late submission deadline is January 31.
North Georgia College Cadet Admissions INFO: http://www.northgeorgia.edu/cadetscholarships/#Army_ROTC
Air Force ROTC SCHOLARSHIP Information: http://www.afrotc.com/scholarships/high-school/
Army ROTC: http://www.goarmy.com/rotc/high-school-students.html
Marine ROTC: http://officer.marines.com/marine/making_marine_officers/cp1/nrotc?WT.mc_id=TODAYSMILITARYOFFROTC
National Guard: http://www.nationalguard.com/benefits/money-for-college/guard-scholarships
Navy ROTC: https://www.nrotc.navy.mil/apply.aspx
Apply today for a 4 year scholarship good at 150 colleges and universities. Don't wait to apply for a NROTC scholarship with a total value of $200,000. The early submission deadline is October 31 and the late submission deadline is January 31.
North Georgia College Cadet Admissions INFO: http://www.northgeorgia.edu/cadetscholarships/#Army_ROTC
NEW The Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) 3rd Annual
"Freedom in Academia" Student Essay Contest
The Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) is pleased to announce its fourth annual "Freedom in Academia" essay contest. High school seniors graduating in 2012 from across the U.S. are invited to write an in-depth essay explaining why free speech and First Amendment rights are crucial to higher education and how abuses of these rights harm education.
2011 Awards:
One first place winner will be awarded a $5,000 college scholarship.
One second place winner will receive a $2,500 college scholarship.
Five runners-up will each receive a $1000 college scholarship.
Deadline is November 5, 2011.
For essay topic and additional information: http://thefire.org/takeaction/students/essaycontest
"Freedom in Academia" Student Essay Contest
The Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) is pleased to announce its fourth annual "Freedom in Academia" essay contest. High school seniors graduating in 2012 from across the U.S. are invited to write an in-depth essay explaining why free speech and First Amendment rights are crucial to higher education and how abuses of these rights harm education.
2011 Awards:
One first place winner will be awarded a $5,000 college scholarship.
One second place winner will receive a $2,500 college scholarship.
Five runners-up will each receive a $1000 college scholarship.
Deadline is November 5, 2011.
For essay topic and additional information: http://thefire.org/takeaction/students/essaycontest
NEW Susan G. Komen College Scholarship Program
Applications for the $10,000 schlarships will be accepted fromSeptember 15th, 2011 – November 15th, 2011. These awards aid college students facing significant financial burdens due to the loss of a parent (or guardian) to breast cancer or their own breast cancer diagnosis at age 25 or younger.
The scholarship awards $10,000 per year (for up to four years) to a student to attend a state university in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree. Komen scholarship recipients are selected based on scholastic achievement, community service, financial need and demonstrated leadership potential. Scholarship recipients serve as Komen Collegiate Ambassadors and must volunteer their time to breast cancer awareness activities for at least 20 hours per semester.
For more information and to apply for this scholarship, please visit www.komen.org/scholarship.
Deadline: November 15th
Applications for the $10,000 schlarships will be accepted fromSeptember 15th, 2011 – November 15th, 2011. These awards aid college students facing significant financial burdens due to the loss of a parent (or guardian) to breast cancer or their own breast cancer diagnosis at age 25 or younger.
The scholarship awards $10,000 per year (for up to four years) to a student to attend a state university in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree. Komen scholarship recipients are selected based on scholastic achievement, community service, financial need and demonstrated leadership potential. Scholarship recipients serve as Komen Collegiate Ambassadors and must volunteer their time to breast cancer awareness activities for at least 20 hours per semester.
For more information and to apply for this scholarship, please visit www.komen.org/scholarship.
Deadline: November 15th
NEW $10,000 Jim McKay Memorial Scholarship
The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences is pleased to announce the availability of a
$10,000 Jim McKay Memorial Scholarship for an outstanding high school senior who intends to pursue a baccalaureate degree in communication with emphasis on any aspect of the television industry.
This Scholarship, which honors the legendary sportscaster and journalist Jim McKay, will be awarded to a college-bound applicant who has demonstrated exceptional talent as a creator of video programming as well as outstanding academic achievement and potential for success in a highly competitive profession.
Additional Information: http://emmyonline.org/scholarship/
Deadline: January 31st
The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences is pleased to announce the availability of a
$10,000 Jim McKay Memorial Scholarship for an outstanding high school senior who intends to pursue a baccalaureate degree in communication with emphasis on any aspect of the television industry.
This Scholarship, which honors the legendary sportscaster and journalist Jim McKay, will be awarded to a college-bound applicant who has demonstrated exceptional talent as a creator of video programming as well as outstanding academic achievement and potential for success in a highly competitive profession.
Additional Information: http://emmyonline.org/scholarship/
Deadline: January 31st
NEW SunTrust Off To College Scholarship Sweepstakes
SunTrust is pleased to offer the Off To College Scholarship Sweepstakes where students can win a $1,000 scholarship for education expenses at an accredited college or private career school.
If you are a high school senior planning to attend college or a current college student who will be continuing their undergraduate studies in the fall of 2012, you are eligible to enter the sweepstakes. Fifteen drawings will be held and one winner will be chosen every two weeks from October 28, 2011 through May 11, 2012.
- Free to enter and eligibility not based on GPA or financial need
- One entry per drawing, but students can register again for each drawing period
- Checks made payable to winner’s college of attendance
Registration begins September 16th and first drawing will be held on October 28th.
NEW The Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund
The Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIASF) is the nation's largest scholarship non-profit organization that provides scholarships to exceptional Asian American and Pacific Islander students with financial need. Last year, APIASF was able to provide scholarships to over 500 students totaling more than $1.2 million. Please visit their website for additional information and eligibility requirements.
Additional Information: www.apiasf.org/
The Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIASF) is the nation's largest scholarship non-profit organization that provides scholarships to exceptional Asian American and Pacific Islander students with financial need. Last year, APIASF was able to provide scholarships to over 500 students totaling more than $1.2 million. Please visit their website for additional information and eligibility requirements.
Additional Information: www.apiasf.org/
NEW Gates Millennium Scholarship
GMS will select 1,000 talented students each year to receive a good-through-graduation scholarship to use at any college or university of their choice. We provide Gates Millennium Scholars with personal and professional development through our leadership programs along with academic support throughout their college career.
Students are eligible to be considered for a GMS scholarship if they meet all of the following criteria:
- Are African American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian Pacific Islander American** or Hispanic American
- Are a citizen, national or legal permanent resident of the United States
- Have attained a cumulative high school GPA of 3.3 on an unweighted 4.0 scale or have earned a GED
- Will enroll for the first time at a U.S. located, accredited*** college or university (with the exception of students concurrently pursuing a high school diploma) in the fall of 2012 as a full-time, degree-seeking, first-year student. First-time college enrollees can also be GED recipients.
- Have demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities
- Meet the Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria
- Have completed and submitted all three required forms: the student’s application (Nominee Personal Information Form), an evaluation of the student’s academic record (Nominator Form) and an evaluation of the student’s community service and leadership activities(Recommender Form) by the deadline
Online Application: https://nominations.gmsp.org/GMSP_App/
Deadline: Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Oglethorpe University Scholarships
Apply for Oglethorpe University's Early Action by November 15 to be considered for an invitation to their Scholarship Weekend competitions. There are several scholarships available - come to the counseling office and request to see the College Scholarship Notebook for more information.
www.oglethorpe.edu
www.oglethorpe.edu
Other Scholarship Resources
The University of Georgia Goizueta Foundation Scholarships
Three new scholarships are available for students with financial need and fluency in Spanish.
For more information and for the application visit: http://www.admissions.uga.edu/article/spanish
For more information and for the application visit: http://www.admissions.uga.edu/article/spanish
WiseChoice $2,500 "Find the Right College" Scholarship
WiseChoice is keenly interested in helping students explore and find college that fit.
Deadline: May 31, 2012
Additional Information: http://www.wisechoice.com/scholarship?sid=gcfx
Deadline: May 31, 2012
Additional Information: http://www.wisechoice.com/scholarship?sid=gcfx
Minority Scholarships
Listing of scholarship opportunities and their related application details, visit www.BlackStudents.com
Academic Competitiveness Grant<http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/academic_competitiveness_grant.html>
Akash Kuruvilla Memorial Scholarship Fund http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/akash_kuruvilla_memorial_scholarship.html>
For students who demonstrate excellence in leadership, diversity, integrity and academia.
Best Buy Scholarship http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/best_buy_scholarship.html>
For students in grades 9-12 who plan to enter a full-time undergraduate program upon high school graduation.
CIA Undergraduate Scholarship Program http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/cia_undergraduate_scholarship_program.html>
Developed to assist minority and disabled students, but open to all who meet the requirements.
Dell Scholars Programhttp://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/dell_scholars_program.html>
For students who demonstrate a desire and ability to overcome barriers and achieve their goals.
Studying science or technology at Historically (HBCUs) http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/discover_scholarship.html>
Annual scholarship for high school juniors to support continued education and training beyond high school.
KFC Colonel's Scholars Program http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/kfc_colonels_scholars_program.html>
For college-bound students who can demonstrate financial need, and have a GPA of at least 2.75.
National Achievement Scholarship http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/national_achievement_scholarship.html>
Established in 1964 to provide recognition for outstanding African American high school students.
U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/us_bank_internet_scholarship.html>
For high school seniors planning to enroll or college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors already enrolled.
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