Scholarships Sorted By Deadline Sorted by school year (August - July). Scholarships without specific deadlines are at the end of the list. Scholarship Sources in red are scholarships local to Cabarrus County Schools students.       Source Discipline Award Requirements Deadline Contact Atlanta Christian College General Unavailable ACC awards a number of merit-based scholarships each year. These are typically awarded based on academic or leadership ability and Christian character. Students must maintain good standing with the College in order to keep their scholarships. To be considered, fill out the scholarship application form included in your application for admission. August 1 of enrollment year  Atlanta Christian College, Admission Office, 2605 Ben Hill Road, East Point, GA 30344, Phone: 404-761-8861 Toll-free: 800-776-1ACC or visit online (click for more information) or visit online (click for more information) More Information   East Carolina University - InterFraternity Council Not specified $250 Minimum high school GPA of 3.0, exceptional extracurricular involvment, community service as an individual or as a member of an organization. August 1  www.ecu.edu/cs-studentlife/greek/ The Office of Greek Life Room 8 Mendenhall Student Center East Carolina University Greenville, NC 27858 More Information   Morris Brown College - various scholarships available General Unavailable Students who wish to be considered for Financial Aid or In Kind Work-Study at Morris Brown College must complete a Financial Aid Application and return it to the Financial Aid Office no later than August 05, or Fax you application to 404.7391055. You will be notified of the Scholarship Committee's decision prior registration. Typically, to receive a scholarship you must be admitted or enrolled full-time at Morris Brown College, have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0, have a financial need as assessed by the Scholarship, and have good moral character. August of year enrolled  Morris Brown College, 643 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., Atlanta, GA 30314, 404.739.1000, Office of Financial Aid, Fax 404.7391055 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Cabarrus County Junior Miss Scholarship Program (NC's & America's Juniors Miss Scholarship Program) Scholarship pageant Varies, check with source for specific information Various, check with source for specific requirements August 15  Tracy Jackson, 704-837-6913, cabarrusjrmiss@yahoo.com More Information   National Collegiate Cancer Foundation General $1,000 All scholarships are one-time awards. Previous awardees are encouraged to apply each year that awards are offered. However, they must submit a new application each year. Applicants must be Cancer survivor with a personal diagnosis, be between the ages of 18-35, Seeking or receiving higher education. Applicants will be evaluated based on Displaying a "Will Win" attitude with respect to his or her cancer experience, Quality of essays, Financial Need, and Overall story of cancer survivorship. Check back in Spring for application. September of year enrolled  National Collegiate Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 14190, Silver Spring, MD 20911, (717) 215-0943 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   CalGrants General varies There are several types of Cal Grant awards. Each of the Cal Grants are for students pursuing an undergraduate associate's or bachelor's degree or an occupational training program. CalGrants can be used at any California community college, UCS, CSUS, private and most career/technical schools. If you are a high school senior, a recent high school graduate or you just got your GED, and you meet all the requirements and you apply by the deadline, you are guaranteed to receive a Cal Grant Entitlement award. Some grants have GPA minimums. To be eligible for a Cal Grant you must: Submit the FAFSA and your verified Cal Grant GPA by the deadline, be a US citizen or eligible non-citizen, Be a California resident when you graduated from high school, Have a Social Security number, Attend a qualifying California college, Not have a bachelor’s or professional degree, Have financial need based on your college costs, Have family income and assets below the established ceilings, Meet any minimum GPA requirements, Be in a program leading to an undergraduate degree or certificate, Be enrolled at least half time, Have registered with U.S. Selective Service (most males), Not owe a refund on a state or federal grant, or be in default on a student loan. September 2  e-mail them to studentsupport@csac.ca.gov or call 888-CA-GRANT (888-224-7268) or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Community Blood Center of the Carolinas - Saving Summer Scholarship Community service $1,000 (3 scholarships, one each to the top 3 drive organizers) Set up a summer blood drive in your community Top three blood drive organizers receive scholarships May 31 - September 5  Mel Verburg 704-972-4713 mverburg@cbcc.us   Davidson College - Bryan Scholars Scholars athletes, must attend Davidson College $30,000 annually Must be nominated by counselor, principal or coach; strong leadership in the classroom and your sport, one female and one male student for each incoming class is selected, letter of recommendation required. School Nominations Due - September 10 (see your counselor for your school's deadline)  Davidson Office of Admission and Financial Aid (800)786-0380 More Information   Davidson College - Davidson Scholars Program Must attend Davidson College, Athletic, strong academic achievement $2,000 - $20,000 per year, renewable for 4 years Recruited athletes with superior academic records School Nomination Form Due - September 10 (see your counselor for your school's deadline)  Davidson College, Admission/Financial Aid, Box 7156, Davidson, NC 28035-7156, 800-768-0380, www.davidson.edu More Information   American Legion - Colon Furr Memorial Nursing Scholarship Nursing $600 or more Accepted or enrolled in a 1 year Licensed Practical Nurse program or enrolled in 2,3,or 4 Year program that leads to certificationas a Registered Nurse. The school must be in NC. 9/20  Counseling office   Ackinson Consulting Scholarship Opportunity General $1,750 The Ackinson Scholarship is open to grade 11 or 12 students and any full-time student who has been accepted to or who is currently enrolled in a college, university, or any other accredited post-secondary institution. Students must submit an essay (not to exceed 1,000 words). September 25  Ackinson Consulting, scholarship@ackinson.com. More Information   DAR Good Citizen Scholarship Contest Citizenship $250 for each state winner. $5,000 for National Winner. Service, Dependability, Leadership, Patriotism 9/30  Counseling office   Livingstone College - various scholarships available General $1,000 - $18,000; renewable Varies; selection may be based on GPA and SAT or ACT scores. UNCF scholarships available also. varies  Livingstone College, 701 W. Monroe St., Salisbury, NC 28144-5213, telephone (800) 835-3435. Also visit online (click for more information). More Information   Xerox Technical Minority Scholarship Program Chemistry, Information Management, Computing & Software Systems, Material Science, Printing Management Science, Laser Optics, Physics, Material Science, Engineering (any) $1,000 - $10,000 Applicants must be academic high-achievers (3.0 or better GPA). Applicants must be US citizens or visa-holding Permanent Residents of African American, Asian, Pacific Island, Native American, Native Alaskan, or Hispanic descent. They must be enrolled in college as a full time undergraduate or graduate student in a technical field; rather than high school seniors. Students can apply in September of their freshman year of college, or subsequent years. September 30  Xerox Technical Minority Scholarship Program, 150 State Street; 4th Floor; Rochester, NY 14614 or visit online (click for more information). More Information   NC Legislative Tuition Grant Not applicable $1,850 Every full-time NC student who has resided in the state for at least 12 months prior to enrolling in a NC independent college or university on a full-time basis, and meets requirements for state residency automatically receives a tuition credit of $1,950 from the State of NC.   Contact the NC independent college or university you are interested for more information. More Information   NC State University - Park Scholarship Must attend NC State University Valued at $80,000 Must be nominated by high school based on exemplary character, strong motivation, intellectual promise, personal integrity, and exceptional potential, and creative aptitude. October 1 (see your School Counselor for your school's deadline)  Office of Admissions, NCSU, PO Box 7342, Raleigh, NC 27695. Also contact your school counselor. More Information   UNC Chapel Hill - Morehead-Cain Scholarship (formerly The Morehead Scholars Program) General Full tuition Evidence of moral force of character, capacity to lead and to motivate fellow students, scholastic ability and extracurricular activities, sports involvement, interview, nomination by school scholarship committee. October 1 (see your counselor for your school's deadline)  See your counselor for information on your school's deadline, selection, and application process. You may also visit the scholarship website at www.moreheadcain.org for more information about the scholarship in general. More Information   Wendy's High School Heisman Award General; scholar athlete leaders Up to $5,000; one time award Top scholar-athlete, community service. October 1 - Students, October 6 - Counselors  Visit website. More Information   Appointment to a Military Academy General; military obligation follows college graduation Full tuition and most expenses Must be a US citizen, not married, between 17 and 22 years of age with academic excellence, physical aptitude and medical fitness, extracurricular involvement, excellent SAT/ACT scores and recommendations October   See your school ROTC personnel   Gardner-Webb University - University Fellows Scholarship Must attend Gardner-Webb University Eligible students compete for twelve scholarships valued at almost one million dollars. Cumulative GPA 3.6 or higher, minimum of 1130 SAT (Critical Reading & Math) or 24 ACT (Composite). October 22 (each high school may set an earlier deadline). MPHS Deadline - October 16, 2009  Nathan Alexander, Gardner-Webb University, Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Dover Campus Center, P.O. Box 817, Boiling Springs, NC 28017, 800.253.6472 or www.gardner-webb.edu More Information   AES Engineers Scholarship General, you are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible $500 Students must submit an essay of no more than 1000 words in answer to one of the two questions: 1. Explain the importance of your current studies in today's society. 2. There is general agreement that our economy is in trouble. In general terms, how much responsibility should be shouldered by the average citizen? October 6 - October 6, 2009 is the deadline for the Class of 2010  Submit essay to scholarshipaward_aes@aesengineers.com More Information   United States Senate Youth Program Leadership, Ability, Civic/government service Week internship plus $5,000 Junior/Senior serving in an elected civic or educational organization. Must be permanent resident of USA. October 9, 2009 in order to be considered for the Senate Youth Program  Counseling office More Information   Outstanding Students of America Scholarship General $1,000 Open to high school seniors who have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Must demonstrate outstanding commitment to community and school activities. Submit 250-word essay highlighting your accomplishments and why you deserve or need this scholarship. October 10  Outstanding Students of America, Scholarship and Awards Program, 3047 Sagefield Road, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405, telephone (205) 344-6322 or email info@outstandingstudentsofamerica.com or visit online (Click for more information) More Information   RushmoreDrive.com "Education is a Civil Right" Essay Contest Scholarship General $2,500 - 1st Place Award, $1,500 - 2nd Place Award, $1,000 - 3rd Place Award, Honorable Mentions - Gift Packs from RushmoreDrive.com Submit essay by deadline; for details and entry submission to go www.RushmoreDrive.com/Essay . October 12  www.RushmoreDrive.com/Essay More Information   Victor E. Bell, Jr. Scholarship Program Must be nominated in 7th grade $2,000 per year; renewable up to maximum of $20,000 Must be nominated by your middle school in 7th grade High potential student with limited financial resources Six recipients selected annually by random drawing in mid-October See your middle school counselor Random drawing occurs in mid-October, but your school counselor will submit nominations earlier  Shilena Armstrong sarmstro@cfi.org 919.835.2294 More Information   Al Neuharth Free Spirit Scholarships Journalism $1,000 (top 2 partici-pants receive an additional $50,000) Open to high school seniors who are committed to pursuing a career in journalism and demonstrate qualities of a "free spirit" academically or personally. A free spirit can be a risk-taker, a visionary, an innovative leader, an entrepreneur, or a courageous achiever who accomplishes great things beyond his or her normal circumstances. Submit application, two essays, letter of recommendation, transcript, samples of journalistic work, and photo Oct. 15  Freedom Forum, Attn: Attention: Al Neuharth Free Spirit Scholarship and Journalism Conference Program 555 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20001, email: freespirit@freedomforum.org or call 202/292-6261 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Appalachian State University - University Scholarships Must attend Appalachian State University Varies, see web site for specific scholarship information Must submit online application for admission, official high school transcript, and official SAT/ACT scores prior to November 15 for most scholarships, a few have a March 3 deadline November 15 (see web site for information on a few that are due March 3)  Appalachian State University Boone, NC 28608 / 828-262-2000, www.appstate.edu More Information   King College - various scholarships available General; athletic and performing arts available Up to $9,000 Varies - Apply early in your senior year to gain full access to scholarship opportunities when resources are most plentiful. Fall  King College, 1350 King College Road, Bristol, TN 37620-2699, telephone (800) 362-0014 or by email at admissions@king.edu or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Washington University in St. Louis - William H. & Elizabeth Gray Danforth Scholars Program Must attend Washington University in St. Louis Full or partial tuition; renewable for four years. Capacity for service and leadership, academic excellence, embrace challenges of a rigorous academic curriculum; maturity, strong moral character, selflessness & commitment to community October 15 - dealine for your high school to nominate you January 15 - deadline for you to submit scholarship & admissions application materials.  Danforth Scholars Committee Washington University in St. Louis Campus Box 1117 One Brookings Drive St. Louis, MO 63130 Phone (800) 638-0700 or (314) 935-8700 or email: danforthscholars@wustl.edu More Information   NC Teaching Fellows Education $6,500; renewable for 4 years for 500 high school seniors who agree to teach for four years in NC public schools after graduation Open to NC only graduating seniors with solid academics and scores, school and community activities, leadership, commitment to career in public schools. Application, references, Sat/ACT scores and transcript required. Applicants must apply to, and be accepted by, the college of their choice offering the Teaching Fellows Program. (See website for list of participating institutions. mid-October  See your high school scholarship coordinator or contact NC Teaching Fellows Program, 3739 National Drive, Suite 100, Raleigh, NC 27612, (919) 781-6833 or email tfellows@ncforum.org, or visit website (click on more information More Information   Nuestra Juventud, Univision Achievement, academic excellence, perseverance, community service $1,000 Merit for Seniors who are Hispanic October 16  http://www.thencshp.org/   NC Teaching Fellows Education; participating public & private colleges/universities $26,000; $6,500 annual increments Graduating Senior, 3.0 GPA, above average SAT scores, school and community activities, leadership, commitment to career in public schools October 17 (see your school counselor for your school's deadline)  School Counselor; must apply online More Information   Prudential Spirit of Community Award Community Service $1,000 - $5,000 and/or an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, DC Be a student in grades 5-12, who has engaged in a volunteer or self-initiated community service activity performed at least partly during the last 12 months; submit completed application to participating school principal. end of October/early November  Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, 751 Broad St., 16th Floor, Newark NJ 07102, telephone (973) 802-4568 or email spirit@prudential.com or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Horatio Alger Assocation Scholarship Programs Financial need $2,500 - $20,000 Financial need Exhibited integrity & perseverance in overcoming personal adversity Involvement in co-curricular & community service activities Minimum 2.0 GPA HS graduate spring/summer 2009 Commitment to pursue bachelor's degree US Citizen October 30  Submit online application at www.horatioalger.com/scholarships between August 1 - October 30 More Information   Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation General-4 year programs $10,000 - $20,000, annually for 4-yr colleges, Open to graduating high school seniors. Must have at least 3.0 GPA and demonstrate community service, leadership, academic achievement, planning to pursue a degree at an accredited US postsecondary institution. October 31 for 4-yr  Coca-Cola Scholars Fund, PO Box 442, Atlanta, GA, 30301-0442, telephone (800)-306-COKE. Or visit online (click on more information) or email scholars@na.ko.com More Information   Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation - 4-Year Award Academic achivement Capacity to lead Community service Fifty for $20,000, 200 for $10,000, US citizen and full-time secondary school student planning a degree at an accredited US post-secondary institution, community service, leadership, academic achievement, very competitive October 31  School Counselor, online application Coca-Cola Scholars Fund http://www.coca-colascholars.org More Information   Coca-Cola Two-Year Colleges Scholarship Program General $1,000 Open to US citizens or permanent residents with at least a 2.5 GPA. Must be actively engaged in volunteer service or working at least part-time. May 31  Coca-Cola Two-year Colleges Scholarship Program, PO Box 1615, Atlanta, GA 30301-1615, telephone (800) 306-2653 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   GA Court of Appeals/ Justice Served Oratorical Contest General $1000 to $5,000 Open to juniors and seniors who attend high school in Georgia. Must prepare and present an oration about some aspect of the justice system; topic to be determined. Watch website for updated information and application in the fall or call for information. Contest to be held in the fall. October 31  Contact Information: Justice Served, Roberta Earnhardt, 770-630-4359 or visit online (click on more information). More Information   College of Charleston - various scholarships available General Varies; up to full tuition Varies October/ varies  Office of Admissions, 66 George Street, Charleston, SC 29424, telephone (843) 953-5540 or visit online www.cofc.edu More Information   Boston College - Presidential Scholars Program General Full tuition Exceptional students applying Early Action to Boston College will be considered for Boston College's merit-based Presidential Scholars Program. Each year, a select group of about fifteen Scholars receives full tuition scholarships for four years, not based on need. BC also offers a variety of grants, loans and employment to assist students in financing a Boston College education. November 1  Presidential Scholars Program, Boston College, Lawrence House, 122 College Road, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467-3926, Tel. 617-552-1360, E-mail address thomasjv@bc.edu - Jennie Thomas, Assistant Director Or contact Financial aid office: Phone: (617) 552-3100, Toll-Free: (800) 360-2522 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   College of William and Mary - several scholarships available General, education Up to full in-state tuition and fees; renewable William & Mary Merit Scholarships are financial awards given to William and Mary students with proven scholastic ability. There are three merit scholarships offered by William and Mary; each is handled through the Admission Office. The William and Mary Scholar Award is presented each year to a small, select group of students who have overcome unusual adversity and/or would add to the diversity of the campus community. All applicants are considered for the award and no separate application is needed. The James Monroe Scholars Program is a designation offered each year to the top 10-15% of all admitted students to the College of William and Mary. All first-year applicants are considered for this program and no separate application is needed. The Murray Scholars Program is William & Mary's most selective scholarship. Finalists typically rank in the top 1% of their class, score a 1500 and higher on the SAT (Critical Reading plus Math) and take the most demanding curriculum available to them. While some of the variables that influence Murray Scholar designations are quantitative, others are more subjective. These include students' application essays, extracurricular involvements, leadership, letters of recommendation, and evidence of intellectual engagement. Other scholarships available also -- see website for criteria and deadlines. November 1 early decision; January 1; regular decision; varies  The College of William and Mary, Office of Undergraduate Admissions, P.O. Box 8795, Williamsburg, VA 23187-8795, Phone: (757) 221-4223, Fax: (757) 221-1242, Email: admission@wm.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Duke University - various scholarships available General, music, theater, arts, athletic, Up to full tuition All applicants for admission are considered for available merit scholarships. Specific applications are not available or required. Most merit scholarship programs do not require that the winner demonstrate need; all merit scholarships are based on the student's academic and personal profile. Additional grant assistance will be provided to those students whose need exceeds the value of their merit scholarship. See arts department and athletic departments for their scholarships. November 1  Duke University, telephone (919) 660-3070 or (919) 684-6225 or visit website (click more information). More Information   Emory University - Merit-Based Scholarships Emory Scholars Oxford Scholars Goizueta Scholars & Others Merit-based Two-thirds tuition to full ride; renewable for four years Each program has different criteria; check web site for details of each scholarship program. November 1 - Receipt deadline (nomination form, application for admission) NOTE: Your high school may set an earlier deadline; check with your School Counselor.  Jean Jordan, Dean of Admission, Emory University, Boisfeuillet Jones Center, Atlanta, GA, 30322, 404-727-6036, www.emory.edu/ADMISSIONS More Information   Emory University - various scholarships available General; music Up to full tuition Selection based on personal qualities, leadership, scholastic excellence. Merit scholarships require nomination from teacher or counselor. November 1  Emory University, 201 Dowman Drive, Atlanta, GA 30322, telephone (404) 727-6039 or email finaid@emory.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Emory University -- Various scholarships available General; Business, Music From 2/3 to full cost of attending Emory offers scholarships based on academic merit to a select group of incoming first-year students. Most of the students have been National Merit finalists or semifinalists, and almost all have won distinction beyond the classroom, have held principal leadership offices in their secondary schools or other organizations, and played significant roles in community and volunteer programs. For Goizueta Scholars, demonstrated interest in business is required. Recipients receive scholarships renewable for four years of undergraduate study, provided they maintain high standards of personal and academic excellence. Scholarships range from two-thirds tuition awards to full-cost scholarships. These scholarships require that a student be nominated by appropriate officials of his or her high school by November 1 of the senior year. Other scholarships available for debaters, musicians, and City of Atlanta public school students. November 1  Talk to your high school guidance counselor about a nomination. Or contact Office of Admission, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia 30322-1950 or by calling 800.727.6036 or 404.727.6036 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Georgia College and State University - several scholarships available General; Chemistry, Liberal Arts and Sciences Up to $13,000; renewable Students who are admitted by February 1 are automatically considered for most academic scholarships. However, some scholarships require an additional application and have separate deadlines. Those students who apply to GCSU by November 1 are given preference. The selection process is highly competitive. Generally, students should graduate from high school with a 3.0 GPA based on a 4.0 scale, and have a combined score 1200 or better on the critical reading and math sections of the SAT or a 26 composite score on the ACT. Students must be enrolled full-time during both fall and spring semesters in order to receive their scholarships. November 1, or later  Georgia College Financial Aid Office, Campus Box 030, Milledgeville, GA 31061, (478) 445-5149, Fax: (478) 445-0729, scholarships@gcsu.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Georgia Southern University General; International Studies, International Trade, International Economics, foreign language, engineering, biology, graphic communications, history, English, Writing and Linguistics, education, health fields, nursing, accounting, economics, others Varies Submit online application. Requirements vary but include academic excellence, leadership, community involvement, and/or intent to major in specific fields. November 9 or February 1  OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS, Georgia Southern University, Post Office Box 8024 Statesboro GA 30460, 912.478.5391 phone, 912.478.1156 fax, admissions@georgiasouthern.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Hampton University - several scholarships available General Up to Tuition, Room, Board, and a $500 book stipend The selection process is extremely competitive and students who submit completed admission application packets by the Early Action deadline are automatically considered for merit awards. (A scholarship application form is not required for consideration of an award.) Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis and subject to the availability of funds. Consideration of awards is granted, not guaranteed to students who meet minimum eligibility requirements. Merit-based scholarships are awarded to students with a SAT score of 1100 + (combined Math and Critical Reading score only) or an ACT composite score of 24 +. An early action admissions application including an essay are required. November 1  Office of Admission, Hampton University, Hampton, VA 23668, 757.727.5000 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Holiday Bowl Memorial Scholarship Award General $10,000 This award is presented annually to a high school senior from San Diego County who has excelled academically and within his/her community (school and outside). Citizenship and leadership in extracurricular activities are particularly important criteria’s for this award. Application, handwritten personal statement and two letters of recommendation must be submitted. early November  Laura delaMontaigne, (619) 283-5808, x. 311, laura@holidaybowl.com, Holiday Bowl, P.O. Box 601400, San Diego CA 92160-1400 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Mercer University - several scholarships available General, ministry Up to full tuition Merit-based scholarships are awarded to full-time entering students. All who apply for admission are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships as well as some departmental scholarships that are applicable. Other scholarships are available to Baptist students and children of Georgia Baptist ministers as well as students planning to go into ministry work. Other institutional aid and endowments are available. Students interested in being considered for the most attractive scholarship opportunities are encouraged to apply through the Early Action Plan. Nov 1 for early action plan, rolling through April  Mercer University, Office of University Admissions, 1400 Coleman Avenue, Macon, GA 31207 Call Toll Free: 1-800-840-8577 or (478) 301-2650. The Main Campus Office of Financial Planning is located in Ryals Hall Local: (478) 301-2670, National: (800) Mercer U, Within GA: (800) 342-0841 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   NC State University - Merit Awards General Range from $1,000 freshman year only up to $4,000 per year Focus on academics and leadership. Admissions application required by November 1 November 1  Office of Merit Awards and Special Scholarships P.O. Box 7342 NC State University Raleigh, NC 27695-7342. Visit website http://www.ncsu.edu More Information   NC State University - various scholarships available General Up to full tuition Varies; Selection is based on academic achievement, GPA, SAT scores. The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid offers a limited number of competitive scholarships for entering freshmen in an effort to recognize and encourage exceptional academic ability and talent. To be considered, students must apply for admission by November 1. Some academic scholarships also require that students demonstrate financial need. All students who apply for admission by November 1 and apply for financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 1 will automatically be considered for need-based academic scholarships. In addition college/departmental, employer-sponsored, endowed and minority scholarships available. See website for details and deadlines for these awards. November 1 or later  NC State University, Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid, PO Box 7302, Raleigh, NC 27695-7302, telephone (919) 515-2421 or visit online (Click for more information). More Information   Nestle Very Best In Youth program Contributing to the community; implementing activities to aid individuals or groups $1,000 donated in the name of each winner to the charity of his/her choice; also round trip air travel to Los Angeles, CA, 4-night accomodations and $600 spending money. Open to youth from ages 10 - 18 years old. Must demonstrate good citizenship and a strong academic record. May have overcame a personal obstacle. Must have made a contribution to the betterment of the community. November 1  Nestle Very Best In Youth, PO Box 29059, Glendale, CA 91209 (818) 549-6677 More Information   New York University - Martin Luther King Jr. Scholars Program Must attend NYU Unknown Outstanding academic achievement Extraordinary leadership November 1 - Nomination form due from your school NOTE: Check with your School Counselor for your school's deadline, as it may be earlier. November 1 - Admission application deadline for early decision January 1 - Admission application  School Counselor or Shanell Pacheco, Associate Director for Diversity Initiatives or Barbara F. Hall, Associate Provost for Enrollment Management New York University Undergraduate Admissions Processing Center 665 Broadway, 11th Floor New York, NY 1012-2339 Phone 212.998.4554 or 212.998.4500 or Fax 212.995.3973 More Information   Ron Brown Scholar Program General $10,000, annually for 4 years Open to African Americans high school seniors. Applicants must have excelled academically, exemplified exceptional leadership potential, made an impact on their communities through service to others, and demonstrated financial need. Must be used for accredited 4-year college or university in US. November 1 to be eligible for additional scholarship programs, or January 9 for this program only.  Ms. Fran Hardey, Executive Assistant, Ron Brown Scholar Program, 1160 Pepsi Place, Suite 206, Charlottesville, VA 22901, telephone (434) 964-1588, fax (434) 964-1589. Visit online (click on more information). More Information   UNC Chapel Hill - The Thomas Wolfe Scholarship Writing Unspecified Online application and criteria available at http://english.unc.edu/creative/tws November 1  Department of English & Comparative Literature UNC-Chapel Hill Greenlaw Hall CB # 3520 Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3520 TWS@unc.edu More Information   University of Maryland - several scholarships available General; art, dance, theater, music, Up to full tuition To be considered for most merit scholarships, entering freshmen applying for the Fall semester must submit both Part I and Part II of the application for undergraduate admission by the priority deadline of November 1. The eligibility requirements for each scholarship vary, with the most talented entering freshmen receiving the most prestigious scholarships. Admission decision letters are mailed by late January and merit scholarship award notifications begin in mid-March and continue through early April. Departmental scholarships also available. November 1 for top tier  Office of Undergraduate Admissions, University of Maryland, Mitchell Building, College Park, MD 20742 USA, 301.314.8385/1.800.422.5867 um-admit@umd.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   University of Miami - several scholarships available General; athletic, music $8,000 up to full tuition; renewable Applying for admission to UM automatically places you in consideration for merit scholarships. Students considered for an academic scholarship demonstrate significant academic achievement above and beyond the average academic profile of a student admitted to UM’s freshman class, have significant academic achievement in the classroom typically taking the most challenging curriculum and earning top grades throughout their high school career, are performing in the top tier of their high school class , have significant achievement on standardized tests and on average should earn at least a 1350 SAT or 31 ACT to receive consideration (looking at only math and critical reading scores). Decisions take into account students’ high school curriculum, difficulty of course selection (such as AP/IB), extracurricular activities, essay and guidance counselor recommendation(s), as well as the overall quality of the pool of applicants applying to the university each year. Your application/scholarship consideration deadlines are November 1 (Early Decision/Early Action); or January 15 (Regular Decision). To be considered for need-based financial aid, you must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. To be considered for an athletic scholarship you must contact the coach. Nov 1 for early decision/January 15 for regular decision  Enrollment Scholarships, P.O. Box 248085, Coral Gables, FL 33124-4615, Telephone: 305-284-4323 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   University of Pennsylvania - (several scholarships available) General, and various Up to full tuition and costs All of Penn's financial aid is awarded on the basis of demonstrated financial need. Student must meet all Penn admission standards first. Financial aid is awarded based on financial need as determined by Student Financial Services. Financial need is the difference between Penn's costs and the amount your family is expected to contribute (Educational Expense Budget - Family Contribution = Financial Need). Penn reviews all applications individually, and does not rely on the Federal EFC (Expected Family Contribution). The following items are also considered in determining financial need: family size, student income and assets parents' income and assets, the number of family members enrolled in college, and extraordinary family circumstances. November 1 for early decision, regular decision date not yet available  Mailing Address Student Financial Services, University of Pennsylvania, 005 Franklin Building, 3451 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6270, sfsmail@sfs.upenn.edu, Phone 215-898-1988, Fax 215-573-5428 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   University of Tennessee (several scholarships available) General $5,000 and up To be considered a priority applicant for all University of Tennessee scholarships, including the Chancellor's 4-year scholarships, all entering freshman must submit both the Entering Freshman Scholarship Application and the UT Admissions Application with all supporting documentation, including an essay, postmarked by no later than November 1 the senior year in high school for top awards. All applications received by no later than December 1 will be reviewed for other university scholarships (general, college & departmental). Scholarships based on excellent academics, test scores, and leadership. November 1 for priority; December 1 for the rest  Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships, 115 Student Services Building, Knoxville, TN 37996, 865-974-3131, e-mail: finaid@utk.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   American Congress on Surveying and Mapping (ACSM) - various scholarships available Surveying Technology/ Engineering, Mapping, Cartography, Geomatics, $500 - $2,000 Open to students planning to study for a career in the surveying and mapping professions at 2-year, 4-year, or graduate program. Selection will be based on academic record, applicant's statement, letters of recommendation, professional activities. November 2  ACSM, 6 Montgomery Village Avenue, Suite 403, Gaithersburg, MD 20879, telephone (240) 632-9716 or visit online (Click for more information) More Information   Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship General $1,000 per year to $15,000 per year The Elks National Foundation will award up to 500 four-year scholarships to the highest-rated applicants each year. 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. Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are signed; resident alien status does not qualify. Male and female students compete separately. Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. Other scholarships for relatives of Elks members also available. November 2  national headquarters: 2750 N. Lakeview Ave. Chicago, IL 60614-2256 Phone 773/755.4728 Fax 773/755.4729 Email enf@elks.org or visit online (click for more information). San Diego lodge: 7430 Jackson Drive San Diego, CA 92119-2319 More Information   Miami University - several scholarships available General, athletic From $1,000 up to full tuition, fees, room and board; renewable Miami has a limited number of special scholarships which are automatically awarded to students who meet the award criteria. For the remainder of our general scholarships, all students who apply for admission by January 31 and are admitted to Miami University are considered for the many general scholarships we award to incoming freshmen; no separate application is required. Most scholarship recipients have scored 30 or better on the ACT (1320 on the SAT I - CR & M) and rank in the top 10% of their graduating class. To help simplify your admission process, Miami University does not require a separate application for our general freshmen scholarships. Students who wish to apply for the Harrison Scholarship must apply for admission and also submit the Harrison Scholarship application by November 3. In addition to the scholarships awarded by the Office of Student Financial Assistance, many academic departments award scholarships to students enrolled in their major fields, and the Office of Student Affairs awards scholarships through the Scholar Leader Program. Also, as a Division I, institution Miami offers athletic scholarships to students who participate in intercollegiate athletics. January 31; November 3 for Harrison Scholarship and December for Scholar Leaders  Miami University, Student Financial Assistance, 301 South Campus Avenue, Oxford, OH 45056-3427 (513) 529-8734 (Voice/TDD accessible), email: Scholarships@muohio.edu, Athletic grants: (513) 529-8734, Office of Student Affairs, at 513-529-3435 for Scholar Leaders or visit online (click for more information) More Information   FIRE (Foundation for Individual Rights in Education) Essay Contest First place - $5000 Second place - $2500 Runners-up - $1000 submit a 700-1200 words essay about freedom of speech on college campuses. November 6, 2009 to submit an essay.  Foundation for individual Rights in Education Attn: Essay Scholarship Contest 601 Walnut Street, Suite 510 Philadelphia, PA 19106 More Information   Champlain College - various scholarships available General Varies Selection based on academic achievement, community service, financial need and leadership activities November 15 for early decision, March 1 for incoming students  School Counselor or Champlain College, 163 South Willard Street, Burlington, VT 05401, telephone (800)570-5858. Or email finaid@champlain.edu More Information   Davidson College - Belk Scholarship Must attend Davidson College $45,000 plus two summer stipends (up to $3000) High academics and above average test scores, exceptional promise in academics, character, leadership, athletics, and community service November 15 - School Nomination Due December 1 - Admission Application Due  Requires school nomination; see your School Counselor; visit website for more information More Information   East Carolina - various scholarships available General. Art, design, communications, theater, dance, education, nursing, technology, allied health sciences, computer science, business $250 to full tuition To apply for an academic merit scholarship, please complete an application for admission to East Carolina University along with the Scholarship Application form available online. This scholarship is only available for Freshman starting in the Fall semester and students must have a minimum of a 3.5 unweighted GPA and a minimum of an 1800 on the SAT to apply. Additional scholarships also available from specific colleges/departments. December 1  Office of Financial Aid, East Carolina University, telephone (252) 328-9379 or email faques@mail.ecu.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Harvey Mudd College - Several merit-based scholarships available General, mathematics, science, engineering, technology Up to full tuition When you apply for admission to HMC as an incoming freshman, you may be considered for our merit-based awards. These awards are designed to recognize outstanding academic achievement and encourage the best and the brightest to join the HMC community. In many instances, you’ll be considered for these awards automatically when you apply for admission. In other cases a separate application is required. In determining who’ll receive our merit-based awards, the Office of Admission looks primarily at academic achievement -- financial need is not considered. Other factors include students who demonstrate ability to contribute to the college community, specific majors in some cases, or under-represented groups such as women, ethnic minorities, students from low income backgrounds, students with disabilities, or those who are the first in their families to attend college. See website for specifics criteria for each scholarship. vary, but starts November 15  Harvey Mudd College, Office of Admission, 301 Platt Boulevard, Claremont, CA 91711 or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Louisiana State University (LSU) - several scholarships available General From $1,000 up to full tuition, plus additional stipends Varies: ranges from GPA of 3.0 and up, ACT scores of 26-33, SAT scores of 1170 to 1440. Additionally, students are considered for Louisiana resident scholarships or non-Louisiana resident scholarships based on the residency designation provided by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. The LSU Undergraduate Scholarship Application also serves as the application for entering freshmen scholarships. The on-line application must be submitted along with an official high school transcript, standardized test scores, application fee and any other required documents to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Students must be admitted before being considered for scholarships. Some colleges offer departmental scholarships to entering freshmen. The Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Student Aid encourages students to contact the department of their intended major for information. November 15  Undergraduate Admissions, LSU, 1146 Pleasant Hall, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, Phone: 225-578-1175, Fax: 225-578-4433, admissions@lsu.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Santa Clara University - several scholarships available General, Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, Theater Dance, Music, Communications, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Varies You can be considered for a University-based scholarship by applying for aid through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE forms as well as your Undergraduate Admission application. Merit-based Scholarships are selected during the admissions process and there is no separate application. There are several scholarships, each with specific criteria. In general, recipients will have demonstrated high academic achievement in general or specific subjects, and exemplify the best traditions of Santa Clara University in terms of leadership, integrity and community service. November 15 (early action) or February 1  Santa Clara University, Financial Aid Office, 500 El Camino Real, Varsi Hall, Second Floor, Santa Clara, CA 95053, E-mail: financialaid@scu.edu, Phone:(408) 554-4505, Fax:(408) 554-2154 or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Stanford University General Unavailable Scholarship from Stanford is the primary source of funding used to assist students with meeting their educational costs. Every student from the United States who is admitted to Stanford and demonstrates need is offered a tailored financial aid package. Many university scholarship funds originate as gifts from individuals and corporations. All university scholarship funds are need-based. We determine your individual scholarship eligibility by subtracting your family contribution and other aid funds from the total student budget. Applications available October. November 15 for early decision, February 15 for regular admissions  Stanford University. Financial Aid Office. Montag Hall, 355 Galvez Street, Stanford, California 94305-6106. (650) 723-3058. For general questions send email to financialaid@stanford.edu. Or visit online (click for more information). More Information   UNC-Asheville - various scholarships available General Up to full tuition Varies; selections are based on class rank, GPA, and SAT/ACT scores. Must apply for admission by Nov. 15 to be to be considered for the Laurel's or Leadership Scholarships. November 15 or Varies  Office of Financial Aid, CPO#1330, The University of North Carolina at Asheville, One University Heights, Asheville, NC 28804-3299, telephone (828) 251-6535 or email kmatthew@unca.edu. Also visit online (click more information). More Information   UNC-Charlotte - various scholarships available General Up to full tuition Varies, selections are based on GPA, class rank, and SAT or ACT scores. Merit-based, merit and need-based and departmental. Awards available. Merit-based deadline is November 15, and they are administered by the Admissions Office. All students who apply and meet the criteria will be evaluated for merit-based awards. No other application is needed. All students who complete the financial aid application process by April 1 are considered for merit and need based awards. No additional application is needed for merit and need based awards. November 15, April 1  Office of Student Financial Aid, UNCC, 9201 University City Blvd., 122 Reese Building, Charlotte, NC 28223-0001, telephone (704) 687-2461, telephone (704) 687-2461 or visit online (click for more information). For merit-based scholarships, contact Kelley Peacock, Undergraduate Admissions, (704) 687-4906, keperkin@uncc.edu More Information   University of Arkansas - several scholarships available General $2,000 to $8,000, renewable There is a single scholarship application for entering freshman academic scholarships, which include the Chancellor’s, Silas Hunt, and University Scholarships. Students can begin this process by registering online or downloading a paper version of the application on the Apply Online page of the High School Seniors section of our website. This single application will allow a student to apply for 90% of merit-based scholarships available to entering freshmen. Scholarship applicants must also apply for admission to the University of Arkansas via a separate Admission Application. The scholarship recipients are in the top 5% of all students nationally, based on GPA, strength of curriculum, ACT and/or SAT scores, writing skills, demonstrated leadership, success in national scholarship competitions, and many other areas of achievement. The scholarships are awarded competitively. Candidates for scholarships typically have a minimum of a 3.75 GPA and 28 ACT/1240 SAT. The strongest candidates routinely exceed listed minimums while demonstrating a clear commitment to an advanced curriculum, achievement/distinction in many other areas, and superior writing skills. Other departmental scholarships also available as well as Prestigious Fellowship award for the top 2% academically. These require separate applications. November 15 for early consideration (recommended); February 1 for general  Office of Academic Scholarships, 101 Old Main University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701, Phone 479-575-4464, Fax 479-575-4329 or scholars@uark.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   University of Georgia - several scholarships available General, music, various $1,000 up to $14,500 (out of state) or $9,000 in-state UGA awards merit-based scholarships to entering first-year students based on academic merit, superior test scores, evidence of leadership, and outstanding accomplishments outside of the classroom. Approximately 5% of the entering first-year class is awarded a merit scholarship. These scholarships can be in addition to the HOPE scholarship. Admissions application must be in by Dec.1 to be considered for merit scholarships, some awards have application deadlines of Nov. 15. Additional scholarships available based on leadership, diversity, ethnic group, etc. varies; earliest is November 15  The University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602 | UGA Directory Assistance 706/542-3000 E-mail: undergrad@admissions.uga.edu Financial aid, Office of Student Financial Aid E-mail: osfa@uga.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   University of South Carolina (USC) - various scholarships available General; vary Up to full tuition Varies; selections are based on academic merit. Separate scholarship applications required for some. Merit-based awards and departmental scholarships available. Please see website for more information. November 15, or varies  USC, Columbia, SC 29208, telephone (803) 777-4062 or (800)868-5USC or email admissions-ugrad@sc.edu or visit online (click for more information).. More Information   University of South Carolina Academic Scholarships for Nonresidents McNair Scholars Lieber Scholars Alumni Scholars Cooper Scholars McKissick Scholars Woodrow Scholars Alumni Legacy Scholars Must attend University of South Carolina $500 - $15,000 per year Merit scholarships, specific criteria varies per scholarship McNair Scholars Award - November 15 Alumni Scholars Award - November 15 Alumni Legacy Scholars Award - December 31 All others are by admission application deadlines  Heather Wheeler, Assistant Director ,br> Office of Undergraduate Admissions ,br> Office of Undergraduate Admissions University of South Carolina Columbia, SC 29208 803.777.7700 or 800.868.5872 www.sc.edu/admissions More Information   UNC Charlotte Levine Scholarship General Four years full tuition, room and board, a new laptop computer, an $8,000 grant to implement a service project of the Scholar's own design, and four summers of experiences. Students must be admitted to UNC Charlotte for the fall term after senior year; there are no minimum academic requirements but successful candidates will have a GPA of 3.8-4.0 unweighted and score of 1800-2400 combined on the SAT or 29-36 on ACT composite; and students should demonstrate a commitment to community service. Must be nominated by your school by November 16. Speak to your school counselor about specific dates for each school.  See website for more information: http://levinescholars.uncc.edu More Information   UNCC Levine Scholars Program General Full tuition, room and board, and a new laptop computer. Scholarship valued at $90,000 for in-state students. High achieving seniors must receive a nomination by their school counselor, teacher, or principal to be considered for this scholarship. November 16  https://levinescholars.uncc.edu More Information   Marine Corps General; military obligation follows college graduation Varies; Marine Corps scholarships cover tuition, academic fees and most books. Selections are based on SAT or ACT scores, recommendations, extracurricular activities, leadership, interview, physical condition. Preferred is to start application process in spring of Junior year. Take SAT or ACT no later than October of Senior year, preferably in June of Junior year. Must apply before November of senior year. November  Marine Corps telephone (800) MARINES or visit online (click more information). More Information   Appalachian State University - various scholarships available General; varies, music, geology, biology, mathematics, physics, education, art, communication, family and consumer sciences, theater and dance $1,000 to full tuition Varies; some based on merit, or financial need, must have at least 3.0 GPA, SAT 1000, leadership experience, active involvement in school/community activities, references. Also departmental scholarships with varying requirements and deadlines. November 18  ASU Admissions Office, telephone (828) 262-2120 or email admissions@appstate.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Intel Science Talent Search (Society for Science and the Public) Science, Engineering and Mathematics From $5,000 up to $100,000 Open to high school seniors in the US and American students attending school abroad. Must complete an entry project. mid-November  Intel Science Talent Search, Society for Science and the Public, 1719 N. Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036, telephone (202) 785-2255 More Information   UC- Davis- several scholarships available General; varies Varies You only need to complete one application to apply to UC Davis and other UC campuses. Remember, the application is also your opportunity to apply for scholarships. When you apply for admission, you are also applying for scholarships. Be sure to read all instructions pertaining to scholarships when completing the application, paying particular attention to the restricted scholarship eligibility codes. If you wish to be considered for need-based scholarships, you must apply for financial aid by March. Be aware that some scholarships have special requirements and may require additional materials for consideration. Scholarship criteria may also include participation in extracurricular activities; specific college or major; career interests; geographic origin; high school or community college attended; parentage; perseverance; and many other personal characteristics. The majority of UC Davis’ scholarships are not renewable; therefore, students must reapply to be considered for scholarships on an annual basis. Refer to the scholarship section of the application instructions for further guidance. You must submit your UC application between November 1 and November 30 to be considered for scholarships. Most students are notified of scholarship awards beginning in early May through the end of July. November  University of California, Davis | One Shields Avenue | Davis, CA 95616-8507 | T: (530) 752-2971 | F: (530) 752-1280 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   UC San Diego-several scholarships available General, other Varies You may qualify for 2 types of scholarships: merit scholarships and restricted scholarships. Freshman merit scholarships are based solely on academic achievement as reflected in your UC admissions application and include: Regents Scholarship and Ellen and Roger Revelle Scholarship. Freshman restricted scholarships: Restricted scholarships are awarded on academic merit plus additional criteria such as demonstrated financial need, field of interest, or leadership. If selected, you may need to provide supporting documentation to verify how you meet the restricted criteria. All personal and medical information remains confidential. See website for list of available scholarships. November 30  Scholarship Office, (858) 534-1067 email: scholarships@ucsd.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Boston University - various scholarships available Varies Up to full tuition Varies November  Boston University, 881 Commonwealth Ave., 5th Floor, Boston, MA 02215, telephone (617) 353-2965 or email finaid@bu.edu or visit online (click on more information). More Information   California Alumni Scholarships at UC Berkeley - The Equity Award General $20,000 total ($5000 per year) for 4 years (8 semesters) The Equity Scholarship began in 2008 to assist with Chancellor Birgeneau's initiative to make UC Berkeley a more diverse campus. This four-year, merit-based scholarship provides an incentive for high-caliber African-American, Chicano/Latino, and Native American students to matriculate at UC Berkeley. Requirements: Minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA, California resident as defined by the AB 540 guidelines, Submit a UC Berkeley application for enrollment, In your application to UC Berkeley, you must report and verify gross family income of $40,000 to $99,999, self-identify as African-American/Black, American-Indian/Alaskan, Mexican/Chicano, and/or Spanish-American/Latino, Must be admitted to UC Berkeley for enrollment, Submit a Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) to UC Berkeley by May for enrollment in the Fall semester. November  Alumni House, Berkeley, CA 94720-7520, Toll-Free: (888) CAL-ALUM, scholarships@alumni.berkeley.edu or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Mars Hill College - various scholarships available General Up to full tuition Varies; Scholarship and Grant program selection be based on GPA and SAT/ACT scores. You may determine your eligibility and the amount of your award by contacting the Admissions Office with your SAT/ACT scores and GPA. Other endowed scholarships are awarded through our Scholar Day and an interview process. Students are invited to participate by filling out an application, writing an essay, and providing reference forms from counselors and teachers. The interviewing committees determine these scholarships. Other financial aid may be available based on completion of the FAFSA. November  Contact Donna Griffith, Mars Hill College, Mars Hill, NC, telephone (828) 689-1103 or (866) 642-4968 or email: dgriffith@mhc.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Air Force ROTC Engineering (various), Architecture, Chemistry, Computers, Math, Meteorology, Physics, Operations Research); various scholarships available with military obligation Up to full scholarships, plus books and expenses Must be US citizen, 17 to 31 years of age, high school graduate, prior to activating scholarship. Varies by scholarship; must be in top 40% of the class, SAT 1100 or ACT 24, GPA 3.0. Must complete a physical fitness assessment and an interview, need counselor certificate, personal statement, and resume. December 1  Air Force ROTC representative or apply online (click on more information) More Information   Alumnae Scholarship Program / Alumni Club Scholarships (University of Southern California) General $1,000 to $4,000; some renewable Open to freshmen and transfers; primarily awarded to California residents. Strong emphasis is placed on leadership and academic performance. Competitive freshman candidates will be at the top of our applicant pool with respect to GPA and SAT or ACT scores. Transfer applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.6. Each alumnae group that awards scholarships establishes individual qualifications. A personal interview is required. Submit a completed Undergraduate Application and Alumnae Scholarship Application by Dec. Applications can be submitted online at December 1  For more information about USC Alumni Association scholarships call (213) 740-2300 or visit online (click for more information). More Information   American Architectural Foundation - Minority/ Disadvantaged Scholarship Program Architecture $500 - $2,500; 20 scholarships available; renewable for 2 years Open to minority/disadvantaged students who are graduating high school seniors. Must be nominated by school counselor or someone who is aware of applicant's interest and aptitude in Architecture. These scholarships are open to high school seniors and college freshmen who plan to study architecture at a NAAB-accredited program. Eligible candidates will be sent an application form which is due by Jan. 15. Selections will be based on financial need, academic achievement, essay, recommendations, transcript. Must submit a statement of disadvantaged circumstances. Website updated in September. December (first week) for nomination form; January 15 for student application  Catherine Roussel, Director of Scholarship Programs, 1735 New York Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20006-5292, telephone (202) 626-7511. Email croussel@aia.org or visit online (click for more information) More Information   American Legion National High School Oratorical Contest General $100 to $18,000 Open to US citizens or lawful residents under 20 years old and enrolled in high school. Must prepare an oration about some aspect of the Constitution of the United States with emphasis on the duties and obligations of a citizen to our government. In addition an extemporaneous speech on topic provided. In NC, contest levels progress from school, Legion Post, district, state and national. In GA, contest levels progress from Legion Post, district, state and national. In CA, contest levels progress from Department, Local, District and Area. December  National website http://www.legion.org/programs/youthprograms/oratorical. For NC - American Legion Post State of NC Headquarters, PO Box 26657 Raleigh, NC 27611-6657, telephone (919) 832-7506. Visit online (click on more information). For GA - For additional information, contact your local American Legion Post or The American Legion State Headquarters, 3035 Mt. Zion Road, Stockbridge, GA 30281, 678-289-8883, Fax 678-289-8885 or visit online (click on more information). For CA, contact your local American Legion Post for entry into the local or district contest or email calegion@pacific.net, or visit online (click on more information). More Information   Auburn University - several scholarships available General Up to full tuition and costs Merit scholarships based on GPA, test scores. For some, incoming freshmen who meet the December 1 Freshman Scholarship priority deadline receive automatic consideration. Need-based financial aid also available. Departmental scholarships also available. Students should contact the college/school and department in which they plan to major for Departmental Scholarship opportunities. To receive maximum consideration for need-based Departmental Scholarships, students should complete the FAFSA by March 1. December 1 for most  Office of University Scholarships, 115 Quad Center, Auburn, Alabama 36849, (334) 844-7570 | E-mail: scholar@auburn.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   California Alumni Scholarships at UC Berkeley - Leadership Award General $1,500, non-renewable The Leadership Award is one of the most prestigious merit-based scholarships at UC Berkeley. The Leadership Award is a one-year, merit-based scholarship that recognizes Cal students who demonstrate innovative, motivational leadership impacting their academic, work, or community environments. Students compete for the scholarship every academic year. For incoming freshmen: Minimum 3.3 unweighted GPA Demonstrate innovative, motivational leadership impacting academic, work, or community environments Submit a UC Berkeley application, In-person interview, submit a Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) to UC Berkeley. Application open Dec and close Feb. Dec - Feb  Alumni House, Berkeley, CA 94720-7520, Toll-Free: (888) CAL-ALUM, scholarships@alumni.berkeley.edu or visit online (click for more information). More Information   George Mason University - several scholarships available General Up to $22,500; renewable If you wish to be considered for a scholarship, please make sure to check the appropriate box on the application form. Note that the deadline for scholarship consideration is December 1. No additional application is required; however, you may be asked to provide additional information or essays if you are being considered for specific scholarships. The number of scholarships available is limited and the consideration process is highly competitive. In addition to your academic credentials, the selection committee will also consider information included in your "Personal Statement" concerning leadership achievements and service contributions. Also see the Office of Financial Aid webpage for various other scholarship offerings: http://financialaid.gmu.edu// December 1; various other dates  Office of Admissions, 4400 University Drive, MSN 3A4, Fairfax, Virginia 22030, E-mail: admissions@gmu.edu Phone: 703-993-2400 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Half-Century Trojans Endowed General $10,000 Open to freshmen and transfers. Applicant must be related to a Half-Century Trojan (USC alumna or alumnus who graduated at least 50 years ago). Selection criteria include academic achievement, potential for leadership and community service. Submit a completed 2009 Undergraduate Application and Half-Century Trojan Scholarship Application. Applications are available for download at www.usc.edu/schools/ college/admission/scholarships.html. December 1  contact USC College at (213) 740-5930 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)- several scholarships available General Varies; $500 to $5,000 Must be of Hispanic heritage; including persons descended from Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Dominican, Central American (excluding Belize), South American (excluding Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana), or other Spanish cultures. Must be a US citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551. Must have a minimum 3.0 or 2.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent). Must be pursuing or plan to pursue your first undergraduate or graduate degree full-time. Must apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Apply online from HSF website. Varies-some as early as December  Hispanic Scholarship Fund, 55 Second Street, Suite 1500, San Francisco, CA 94105, telephone (415) 808-2376 or (877) HSF-INFO Southeast Regional Office: 960 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 5, Roswell, GA, 30076, Tel: 770-992-8841, dmcbride@hsf.net or visit online (Click for more information) More Information   Mississippi State University -- several scholarships available General ranging from the cost of books and housing to full resident and non-resident tuition MSU offers general scholarships to entering freshmen based on a scholarship grade-point average (overall GPA submitted on the official high school transcript or core GPA calculated by MSU on a 4.0 scale), official ACT/SAT scores submitted directly to MSU, and submission of the online resume. The written portion of the SAT is not considered for the awarding of scholarships. Admission to the university and an online resume are required for scholarship consideration. Recipients must enroll as a full-time student the semester in which the award is received. Recipients also must remain in good standing. Mississippi State University has a variety of academic scholarships including scholarships for National Merit and National Achievement finalists and semi-finalists, National Hispanic Scholars, Valedictorians, Salutatorians, and overall academic excellence. In addition to earned outstanding honors and awards, these scholarships require an above average ACT/SAT score, a competitive high school GPA, and excellent leadership and service activities. December 1 for distinguished scholars; February 1 for general scholars  Office of Admissions and Scholarships, P.O. Box 6334, Mississippi State, MS 39762-6334, 1-662-325-2224, admit@msstate.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   North Carolina Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NCASFAA) - Middle School Enrichment Scholarship General $1,000 for summer enrich-ment program; 6 available Open to middle school students who are at least 13 years old and are currently receiving free or reduced lunches. This is a program to encourage these students to begin considering a college education after high school by attending a summer enrichment program at a North Carolina college or university. Examples are Duke Youth's Writers Camp, UNC-Charlotte General Hugh Shelton Leadership Camp, UNC-Greensboro Arts & Science Camp, etc. December 1  April Morey, Committee Chair, College Foundation, Inc., 910-280-1883, amorey@cfi.org. Applications available online (click more information). More Information   SAE Engineering Scholarship Must intend to enroll in ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited engineering program $1,000 - $10,000 Enroll in ABET accredited engineering program, US Citizen at time of application December 1 (postmark deadline); $5 application processing fee  SAE Customer Service, 1-877-606-7323, 1-724-776-4970, customerservice@sae.org More Information   Savannah State University General, (also athletic) Unavailable To assist students and their families in meeting the financial demands of a college education, Savannah State awards merit-based scholarships and grants annually Candidates with a high school grade point average of 3.0, a minimum ACT composite score of 21 or a minimum SAT composite score of 1000, and rank in the top 25% of their class are considered for academic scholarships. Scholarship competition may also include a writing sample, group discussing and an individual interview on campus. December 1  Savannah State University, Office of Financial Aid, P.O. Box 20523, Savannah, GA 31404, (912) 356-2253/2254, Fax: (912) 353-3150, Email: finaid@savstate.edu More Information   SCions (University of Southern California) General $1,000 to $2,500 Open to freshmen and transfers. Applicant must be the sibling, child, grandchild or great-grandchild of a USC alumnus/alumna. Competitive freshman candidates will be at the top of our applicant pool with respect to GPA and SAT or ACT scores. A personal interview is required. Submit a completed 2009 Undergraduate Application and SCion Scholarship Application, found online. December 1  For more information about USC Alumni Association scholarships call (213) 740-2300 or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Sewanee: The University of the South General $12,000 or more In order to be considered for a merit-based scholarship, you must submit this form and all other application materials by December 1 (postmark date). If you are selected as a finalist for our scholarships, you will be required to submit an additional essay. Failure to do so will prevent your application from being reviewed for scholarships with a value of $12,000 or more. Need-based financial aid also available. December 1  Office of Admission, Sewanee: The University of the South, 735 University Avenue, Sewanee, TN 37383-1000, Toll-free: 800.522.2234, Fax: 931.598.3248, finaid@sewanee.edu, or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Town and Gown of the University of Southern California Competitive Scholarships General $10,000 Scholarship Eligibility Requirements include: U.S. citizen (Permanent Residents do not qualify), Permanent resident of Southern California (Bakersfield is the northernmost boundary), Not related to a current member of the Town and Gown of USC Board or Scholarship Committee, Demonstrate academic strengths, leadership ability, and community involvement, Full-time students depending upon the school, Not receiving tuition remission, Scholarship funds must be used for tuition. Incoming Freshmen Scholarship Recipients have taken the most demanding curriculum and achieved at the highest level during their high school experience. Average SAT and ACT scores are in the top 2-3% of all students nationwide. Recommended average GPA is 3.8. Academic criteria, school activities, community involvement, and leadership are considered in the awards process. Application available on website. December 1  townandgown4sc@yahoo.com or visit online (click for more information) More Information   UNC Charlotte - Scholarships for Merit Merit based Must attend University of North Carolina at Charlotte $3,000 - $14,000 annually Top 10% senior class 1200 SAT (critical reading & math) or equivalent ACT Show evidence of leadership & service in school and/or community must have completed application to UNCC in by December 1, including SAT/ACT scores. There is no separate application for scholarships of merit.  School Counselor or UNC Charlotte Undergraduate Admissions 9201 University City Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28223 More Information   UNC-Greensboro - various scholarships available General, music, athletics, education, business, human environmental sciences, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance Up to full tuition Varies, elections are based on GPA, class rank, SAT or ACT scores and other factors. See website as application requirements and deadlines vary. Merit-based awards, need-based grants and scholarships (many specialized), departmental and athletic scholarships available. starting in December, vary  Financial Aid Office, 723 Kenilworth Street, Greensboro, NC, 27402, telephone (336) 334-5702 or email finaid@uncg.edu or visit online (click for more information). More Information   United States/ North Carolina JCI Senate Scholarship General $1,000 Open to graduating high school seniors who plan to continue their education at accredited post-secondary colleges, universities or vocational schools. Submit application and reference letters. Scholarships granted on local or state level. State chapters can be contacted through national website. as early as December, varies by state  Outside of North Carolina, visit the website (click more information) to find your state chapter contact information. North Carolina JCI Senate Scholarship, Marylou Harris, 3300 Pleasant Plains Rd, Apex NC 27502, telephone (919) 387-0611 or email Marylou Harris. More Information   University of Alabama - several scholarships available General Varies Academic scholarships are merit-based, requiring that students earn certain grade point averages and/or scores on the PSAT, SAT, or ACT to qualify. Entering freshmen, transfer students, and current University undergraduate students who apply will be considered for all scholarships for which they are eligible (with exceptions such as ROTC). In order to be considered for any scholarships you are eligible for as an incoming freshman, a completed scholarship application must be submitted online (this includes the résumé portion of the scholarship application). Please note that the national October ACT and national November SAT results are the last college entrance examination results accepted for students who wish to be considered for scholarships. December 1  The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 Local: (205) 348-8201, Toll Free: 1 (800) 933-BAMA (2262) or visit online (click for more information) More Information   University of Mississippi (Ole Miss)-- various scholarships available Vary, general, also leadership, women's, engineering, business, journalism, Chinese From $500 to full tuition and board; renewable Varies -- most require at least a 3.0 GPA. Incoming freshmen who wish to be considered for scholarships must file a University of Mississippi Admission Application, and submit an online scholarship application. The University of Mississippi Application for Undergraduate Admission is the automatic application for Academic Excellence Scholarships for entering freshmen. Please have test scores sent electronically to the Office of Admissions and Enrollment Services. Offers scholarships for academics, leadership, women, engineering, business, journalism, merit finalists and semi-finalists, valedictorians, student body president December 1-priority deadline; no later than March 1  The University of Mississippi, Office of Financial Aid, Student Services Center, 257 Martindale, P.O. Box 1848, University, MS 38677, 800-891-4596, Financial Aid advisors may be reached by e-mail at finaid@olemiss.edu. Office of Admissions, 662-915-7226, E-mail: admissions@olemiss.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   University of Southern California - Jewish Leadership Scholarship General $10,000 For entering freshmen only. Competitive candidates will be at the top of our applicant pool with respect to GPA and SAT or ACT scores. Emphasis is placed on leadership within and outside the Jewish community. Recipients are expected to become involved with the USC Jewish community and to volunteer for prospective Jewish student recruitment activities. Submit a completed 2009 Undergraduate Application and Jewish Leadership Application by Dec. 1. Applications are available for download at www.usc.edu/financialaid (click on Grants & Scholarships). December 1  contact USC College at (213) 740-5930 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   University of Southern California-various scholarships available General, some based on merit, ethnic background or other criteria Up to full tuition USC administers several prestigious scholarship programs, ranging up to full tuition. Unlike loans, scholarships do not have to be repaid. They are awarded based on academic excellence, leadership, service, talent and other criteria. December 1  USC Financial Aid Office, University of Southern California, 700 Childs Way, Los Angeles, CA 90089-0914, (213) 740-1111, 9 a.m.–-5 p.m. (M-F) or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Vanderbilt University -- several scholarships available General Up to full tuition plus stipend Each year Vanderbilt awards approximately 300 merit-based scholarships to applicants who demonstrate exceptional accomplishment and intellectual promise. These students represent the top 2 percent of all freshman applicants to Vanderbilt, and with the limited number of merit scholarships available, the selection process is very competitive. Financial need is not a factor. Application required. A number of need-based awards also available. December 1, or January 3  Office of Undergraduate Honor Scholarships, Vanderbilt University, 2305 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203, Tel: (615) 936-7121, Fax: (615) 343-7765, E-mail: scholarships@vanderbilt.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Virginia Commonwealth University - several levels of scholarship available General, athletic, Nursing From $500 up to in-state tuition, fees, room, board, books; renewable Selection of scholars is made on the basis of merit in the areas of academic achievement, artistic talent (when applicable), leadership and community service. We also encourage all applicants seeking scholarship consideration to submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Scholarship applicants should write a one- to two-page essay on a predetermined topic. Submit the essay along with the Application for Undergraduate Admission to be considered for a scholarship; VCU requires no other scholarship application, with the exception of the Sica Scholarship [PDF], which requires additional application materials. In addition to these scholarships, individual schools and departments at VCU offer scholarships to incoming freshmen. Contact the VCU school to which you are applying or into which you have been admitted for more specific scholarship application information. Scholarship aid is available for each of VCU’s intercollegiate athletic teams. If you’re interested in obtaining information about athletic scholarships, you should write to the athletic department or have your current coach contact VCU on your behalf. December 1  Virginia Commonwealth University, Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Services, Office of Undergraduate Admissions, 821 W. Franklin Street, Richmond, Virginia 23284-2526, Phone: (804) 828-1222 or (800) 841-3638, Fax: (804) 828-1899, E-mail: ugrad@vcu.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Wake Forest University - various scholarships available General Up to full tuition Varies; selections are based on GPA, class rank, SAT or ACT scores and recognize extraordinary achievement, leadership, and talent. December 1, some January 1  Office of Financial Aid, Box 7305, Winston-Salem, NC 27109, telephone (336) 758-4209 or email scholarships@wfu.edu or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Washington and Lee University - Johnson Scholarship Program Must attend Washington and Lee University Minimum of tuition, room & board Academic credentials, demonstrated record of leadership & civic involvement, commitment to life of service & integrity December 1  William M. Hartog, Dean of Admissions & Financial Aid Washington & Lee University Office of Admissions Lexington, VA 24450-2116 540-458-8710 admissions@wlu.edu More Information   Oglethorpe University - various scholarships available General, music, drama Varies; up to full tuition, plus other fees; renewable Scholarships can be found through Admissions and Financial aid departments, and include academic, endowed and specific department scholarships. Oglethorpe offers several merit-based scholarships, as well as information on other scholarships and programs for the traditional undergraduate student, including one for community service, drama, music, interest in Shakespeare, and a Christian scholarship. More information can be found in our Undergraduate Financial Aid section. Students meeting the requirements for an Oglethorpe Scholars Award are considered for such based on their admission application. Students applying for an Oglethorpe Christian Scholarship must complete the appropriate scholarship application, which may be obtained from the Admission Office. December 5 for early action admissions; rolling for others  Oglethorpe University, 4484 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30319, 404.261.1441 or 1.800.428.4484 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Johnson & Wales University - National Outstanding Student Leader of the Year Scholarship Competition Program of study offered at Johnson & Wales One - full tuition scholarship Nine Runner-up scholarships ranging from $3500 to $7500 Seniors in High School - to collect the scholarship prizes, students must enroll in a program of study offered at Johnson&Wales. Finalists must agree to compete in the national competition finals at the North Miami, Florida Campus during the weekend of Feb. 11-13, 2005. Requires resume' and 250 word essay on "What Community Leadership Means to Me." On or before December 10  Admissions Office, Johnson&Wales University 1701 NE 127th Street, N. Miami, Florida 33181 or see your School Counselor. More Information   AXA Achievement Community Scholarships General $2,000 - $25,000 Open to graduating high school seniors who are US citizens. Must show ambition and drive; determination to set and achieve goals. Must demonstrate respect for self, family and community and have the ability to succeed in college. December 15  AXA Achievement Scholarship, Scholarship America, One Scholarship Way, PO Box 297, Saint Peter MN 56082, telephone (800) 537-4180.. Or visit website (click more information) for information and application. More Information   AXA Achievement Scholarship General, Character One winner from each state will be awarded $10,000 one time Applicants must be able to demonstrate:ambition and drive, determination to set and reach goals, respect for self, family and community and the ability to succeed in college December 15  AXA Achievement Scholarship Scholarship America One Scholarship Way P.O. Box 297 Saint Peter, MN 56082 More Information   Greensboro College - Trustee Scholarship General Up to 3/4 tuition paid Must attend Greensboro College December 15  Greensboro College, 815 W. Market St., Greensboro, NC 27401, telephone (800)346-8226. Visit online http://www.gborocollege.edu More Information   National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) - Young Entrepreneur Awards General $1,000-$10,000 Open to graduating high school seniors preparing to enter a 2-year or 4-year college, university or vocational/technical institute. Must demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit and initiative. Will be available on website in October. December 15  Scholarship Program Administrators, Inc. (615) 320-3149 or contact the NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation at yef@nfib.org. or visit website (click more information). More Information   Queens University of Charlotte - Presidential Scholarship Merit; must attend Queens University Twelve renewable full tuition scholarships awarded annually Must submit admission application & scholarship appliciation by deadline; superior academic record, leadership achievement, and involvement in school, church, or community; endorsement of school counselor, academic subject teacher, or or minister. December 15  Queens University of Charlotte, Office of Admissions, 1900 Selwyn Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28274 (704) 337-2212 or visit website More Information   Tulane University - several scholarships available General, and community service, and musicianship Varies Varies. Typical scholarship recipients rank in the top 10% of the class or better, have received high college admission test scores, have a rigorous academic program containing honors and advanced placement courses, and have an outstanding record of extracurricular activities. Some scholarships require separate application and others require only the admissions application to be considered. Architecture applicants must also submit a portfolio for the Dean's Honor Scholarship. December 15 or January 15  Office of Financial Aid, Tulane University, 205 Science & Engineering Lab Complex, New Orleans, LA 70118 Phone: 504.865.5723, or toll-free 800.335.3210. Email: finaid@tulane.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   University of Richmond -several scholarships available General, Visual arts, Performing Arts, music, theater, dance, sciences, mathematics, computer science , Up to full tuition; renewable One out of every 15 incoming first-year students at the University of Richmond will receive a full-tuition, merit-based scholarship. These scholarships are based on academic achievement, high test scores, leadership, desire for learning and to be in the forefront of knowledge, and artistic talent (for art scholarship). Submit the completed Common Application and the University of Richmond Supplement to the Common Application OR the Richmond Web Application, $50 application fee or approved fee waiver, high school transcript and counselor recommendation letter , results of the SAT or ACT (and TOEFL for non-native English speaking applicants), the completed University of Richmond Supplement to the Common Application and a response to the Richmond’s essay prompt. For art scholarship, also a two-page, combined artist's statement (an expression of your artistic point of view, inspiration, and motivation) and resume that outlines the student's artistic endeavors as well as experience and training in the given discipline. In addition to the University's generous merit scholarships and need-based aid packages, students from Virginia may take advantage of additional programs. December 15; or January 15, for some  Office of Admission, 28 Westhampton Way, University of Richmond, VA 23173, (804) 289-8640; (800) 700-1662; Fax: (804) 287-6003, admissions@richmond.edu or scholarsoffice@richmond.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Clemson University - various scholarships available General Varies; up to full tuition; some renewable Varies. must apply for admissions by December 1, and Admissions process completed by December 31 for academic recruiting and diversity awards. (Need-Based scholarships require the FAFSA submitted by February 15.) Scholarships are divided into four basic categories: Restricted, Academic Recruiting, Diversity and Special Programs and have varying criteria. Students may check with their departments and colleges about the availability of scholarships not directly administered by the University. December and other  Clemson University Financial Aid Office, G01 Sikes Hall, Box 345123, Clemson, SC 29634-5123, telephone (864)656-2280 or email finaid@clemson.edu or visit online (click more information). More Information   High Point University - various scholarships available General; athletics Up to full tuition Open to graduating high school seniors who demonstrated outstanding achievement, good citizenship, strong leadership and exceptional scholarship during their high school careers. Application required - available September 1. Athletic scholarships are also available; all athletic awards are made in compliance with NCAA regulations. December 20  High Point University, 833 Montlieu Avenue, High Point, NC 27262-3598, telephone (800)345-6993 or e-mail admiss@highpoint.edu or visit online (click for more information) or contact Athletic Director at 1-800-345-6993. More Information   College of Wooster - various scholarships available Varies by scholarship available; General, Music, Theatre and Dance, and Scottish Arts Varies Varies greatly; Must exhibit leadership and academic merit. January 1  Office of Admissions, Wooster, OH 44691, telephone (800) 877-9905. Visit online (click on more information) or email admissions@wooster.edu More Information   American Culinary Federation, Inc. Charlotte Chapter Culinary Scholarship Culinary Arts Program at CPCC, Johnson & Wales, Art Institute of Charlotte, or Community Culinary School of Charlotte $1,000 North/South Carolina Resident; must enroll at the specified schools' culinary arts program; application, a minimum of two letters of recommendation, and self-written essay December 31  Tom Stroozas, Managing Director AFC Charlotte Scholarship Committee 507 Whistling Straits lane Fort Mill, SC 29708 (704) 488-3779   American Culinary Federation, Inc. Charlotte Chapter Hospitality Education Scholarship Hospitality (Culinary Arts, Travel & Tourism, Hotel/Motel Management) $2,500 Seeking a degree in the Hospitality industry through any accredited institution within US; application, a minimum of two letters of recommendation, Self-written essay Receive an application from your school counselor. December 31st  Tom Stroozas, Managing Director ACF Charlotte Shclarship Committee 507 Whistling Straits Lane Fort Mill, SC 29708 (704)488-3779   Imagine America Scholarship Program Must attend any "career college" participating in the program. Local examples of career colleges include Brookstone College of Business, ECPI College of Technology, and The Art Institute of Charlotte. $1,000 Must enroll at the specified career school prior to October 31. Must show evidence of the likelihood of successful completion of postsecondary education. Have GPA of at least 2.5, financial need, demonstrated voluntary community service during the senior year. December 31  School Counselor and go online to http://www.petersons.com/cca. Click on the link "About the Imagine America Scholarship". More Information   National Society of Sons of the American Revolution (NSSAR) - George S. and Stella M. Knight Essay Contest General $500 to $2,500 Must be a high school sophomore, junior or senior who is a US citizen or legal alien. Must enter contest through a local chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR). Must submit an essay dealing with an event, person, philosophy, or ideal associated with the American Revolution, the Declaration of Independence, or the framing of the US constitution. Essay will be judged for historical accuracy, clarity of thought, organization and proven topic, grammar and spelling, and documentation. Contests start at local or state level, and progress through national level. Vary by state. Check website for local and state information.  National website has information for all state contests (click on more information). More Information   NC Jaycee Senate Scholarship (United States JCI Senate Foundation) General $1,000 US Citizen graduating from US accredited school December 31 (postmark deadline)  Karen Byrd #66139 Byrd & Yates, C.P.A. , P. A. 101 Salem Towne court Apex, NC 27502 919-387-1040 khbcpa@byrdyates.com More Information   The National Center for Learning Disabilities - Anne Ford Scholarship (other scholarships also available) General $750 to $10,000 Open to high school seniors who have an identified learning disability (candidates with ADD/ADHD also must provide documentation of a specific learning disability). Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, demonstrated financial need and the intention of pursuing an undergraduate degree. Must complete a personal statement describing the applicant’s frustrations and triumphs in dealing with his or her specific learning disability. Other scholarships have different criteria, so visit website for more information. varies  Anne Ford Scholarship, National Center for Learning Disabilities, Inc., 381 Park Avenue South, Suite 1401, New York, NY 10016-8806 or email AFScholarship@ncld.org or visit online (click for more information) More Information   California Alumni Scholarships at UC Berkeley - Achievement Award General Up to $6,000 per year and a laptop; renewable Each year, highly qualified and community-minded students with a proven track record of academic success, gain admission to Berkeley but cannot afford to attend. The Achievement Award Program (TAAP) offers these students substantial scholarship funding and support services to provide the opportunity of a Berkeley education. The Achievement Award Program is a four-year scholarship program for incoming freshman students and a two-year scholarship program for incoming junior transfer students. Only incoming Cal students are eligible to apply for this scholarship program. Requires minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA, Gross family income of $86,000 or less, California resident as defined by the AB 540 guidelines Submit a UC Berkeley application, Submit a Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) to UC Berkeley by May 1. The scholarship is renewable, provided recipients meet the following program requirements: Full-time enrollment at UC Berkeley, Evening scholar meetings and events throughout the academic year (e.g. attendance at overnight Fall Retreat), 10 hours of community service and outreach per semester, 2.0 cumulative GPA, "Satisfactory Academic Progress" as defined by the Office of Financial Aid and the scholar's college. Application opens December; deadline TBA  Alumni House, Berkeley, CA 94720-7520, Toll-Free: (888) CAL-ALUM, scholarships@alumni.berkeley.edu or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Greensboro College - various scholarships available General-also Fine Arts Scholarships in music, theatre and art to students with outstanding talents Varies; up to full ride Selection criteria vary but generally based on academic performance, high school and community involvement, strength of school and curriculum, and personal attributes. For top merit award, must apply and be accepted by December 1. Also award available to students who have achieved honors in leadership and service as a Boy Scout or Girl Scout. Students who reside outside NC may be eligible for a grant-in-aid based on their state of residency. NC students are eligible for the North Carolina Legislative Tuition Grant and a Heritage Grant. Some require additional application. December  Greensboro College, 815 W. Market St., Greensboro, NC 27401, telephone (800) 346-8226 or finplan@gborocollege.edu. Visit online (click on more information) More Information   Navy Scholarships General; military obligation follows graduation Varies; cover tuition, academic fees and most books. For US citizens. Selections are based on SAT or ACT scores or be in top 10% of your class, recommendations, extracurricular activities, leadership, interview, physical condition. Take SAT or ACT no later than October of senior year, preferably in June of junior year. Apply before Oct. 31. December  For more information, contact: Chief of Naval Education and Training, 1-800-NAV-ROTC, or visit online (click more information) More Information   Society of Women Engineers (SWE)- various scholarships available Engineering-various, Computer Science or Engineering $1,000 - $5,000; some are renewable Varies; Open to female students admitted and attending a 4-year program in preparation for careers in engineering, engineering technology, and computer science. Must have at least 3.5 GPA. Scholarship information for the upcoming school year will be available starting in December. Unavailable; see website in December  Society of Women Engineers, 230 E. Ohio St., Suite 400, Chicago, IL, 60611, telephone (312) 596-5223. Or email scholarshipapplication@swe.org. Visit online (click more information). More Information   Asian American Journalists Association - National AAJA General Scholarships-several scholarships available Print, Broadcast, or Photo Journalism, Television journalism $1,250- $25,000 Several scholarships available. Generally, must be a high school senior, committed to the field of journalism, sensitive to Asian American issues as demonstrated by community involvement; have scholastic and journalistic ability and financial need. Applications will be available after January. Unavailable; usually April  AAJA, telephone (415) 346-2051 ext. 102 or email programs@aaja.org More Information   Best Buy Children's Foundation Scholarships @15 Scholarship Program General Varies Open to high school students, grades 9 through 12. Scholarships vary each year. Selection is based on community service, essay, grades, extracurricular activities and volunteer work. Scholarship information and applications are available online starting January 1. Unavailable; check on January 1  Visit website (click on more information). More Information   Carnegie Mellon University - Academic Scholarships Andrew Carnegie Scholarships Carnegie Mellon University Scholarships Judith Resnik-Challenger Scholarships Presidential Scholarships Must attend Carnegie Mellon University Some scholarships have major/field of study requirements Varies Check web site for specifics on each scholarship Varies, check web site for specifics on each scholarship; all admitted students are considered for most scholarships January 1 (regular decision application deadline)  Office of Undergraduate Admission, Carnegie Mellon University, 5000 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3890 Telephone: 412-268-2082, Fax: 412-268-7838, Email: undergraduate-admissions@andrew.cmu.edu More Information   East Carolina University - Academic Merit Scholarships General Varies GPA 3.5+, SAT 1300, rank in upper 5 percent of class and have record of extracurricular activities demonstrating a breadth of interests and leadership capabilities. Fill out Preliminary Scholarship Application and qualified candidates will receive additional application materials On or before January 1  School Counselor or Admissions Office ECU Greenville, NC 27858-4353 phone number: 252-328-6610 More Information   Florida State University - (several scholarships available) General; athletic, music ,dance, theater varies Varies. For merit-based Admissions scholarships, students should be admitted by January 1 for full consideration. See website for all scholarships and their criteria. January 1; and other  Office of Financial Aid, Florida State University, Suite 4400A University Center, Tallahassee, FL 32306-2430 | 850/644-0539, ofacs@admin.fsu.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Life University various health-related disciplines, science, math, medicine, Business Administration, technology, chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering $500 to up to half tuition; some renewable Vary. Some specify major; some for minority groups, some for US citizens, some for non-US citizens, financial need, etc. Applications necessary. Visit online for more information. January, and later  Life University 1269 Barclay Circle, Marietta, Georgia 30060 Phone: 770.426.2884 Office of Financial Aid - (800) 543-3345 or local (770) 426-2901 or email: finaid@life.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Troy University - several scholarships available General; music, theater, athletic, nursing Varies Scholarships are four-year awards for high school students and two-year awards for junior or community college students. The University Scholarship Committee makes the selections. Beginning freshmen must apply during their senior year of high school or prior to August following high school graduation. Requirements vary but include academic excellence, leadership, and discipline-specific. Each campus also has campus-specific scholarships. Varies  Troy University Office of Admissions - admit@troy.edu. Office of Financial Aid, 134 Adams Administration Building, Troy, Alabama 36082, Phone: 1-800-414-5756 or visit online (click for more information) Several campuses in the US; main campus in Troy, AL More Information   Wesleyan College - several scholarships available General; Art, Performance Arts, Music, Theatre $500 up to full cost; renewable Eligible students interested in receiving priority consideration for a merit scholarship should complete all required admission application materials by the stated deadlines. These scholarships range in value from one half to full tuition per year. Minimum eligibility requirements are a 1200 SAT/27ACT and a 3.25 GPA, or an 1100 SAT/25 ACT and a 3.50 GPA. Competition includes a classroom discussion and an individual interview. There are a limited number of scholarships. Simply satisfying these requirements does not guarantee a student will receive a given scholarship. Upon review of applicants’ admission credentials, the Scholarship Committee may choose to invite students who have not fully satisfied the stated eligibility requirements. Other scholarships include leadership, Methodist, Middle Georgia resident, and departmental scholarships. Departmental scholarships may also require art portfolios, musical pieces or monologues. Some require special scholarship applications. November 15 for early decision; January 15 for regular decision  Wesleyan College, 4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, Georgia 31210-4462, Phone: (478) 477-1110, Fax: (478) 757-4030, Harriet Connolly, Director of Traditional Recruitment, hconnolly@wesleyancollege.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Young Harris College General, academic, fine arts, math, science, theater, music, athletic, English, creative writing $3,500 up to the cost of tuition, room, and board All freshman applicants who have been admitted to Young Harris College are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships. All we need is your application, high school transcript, and SAT or ACT scores. Merit-Based Assistance is awarded in recognition of special skills, talent, and/or academic ability. It includes academic, fine arts, athletic, math/science and sophomore scholarships. Scholarships for those pursuing any types of Arts majors require an application, interview and audition or portfolio; deadline Feb 1 for these. January 1 recommended for merit-based, February 1 required for arts  Young Harris College, 1 College Street, P.O. Box 68, Young Harris, Georgia 30582, 1-800-241-3754 706-379-3111, admissions@yhc.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   California Association of Educational Office Professionals (CAEOP) Business Administration or Education $1,000 Applicant must be a graduating high school student who has made application to continue his/her education OR the applicant may currently be pursuing such a course of study in an institution of higher education. Applicant must have maintained a grade point average of 2.0 or better in high school, applied for admission to a post-high school accredited institution and plan to enter following the granting of the scholarship, or already be enrolled in an accredited college or university, and must intend to continue his/her education in the field of business administration or education. Applicant must be a resident of California. Applicant shall be responsible for the completion and return of all required support materials to the CAEOP Scholarship/Awards Chair before the deadline date. Criteria for award include: Need for financial assistance, Scholastic achievement, Initiative, Extracurricular Activities, and Quality and completeness of application materials January 2  LINDA RUSH, CAEOP Scholarship/Awards Chair, Hemet Unified School District, 2350 West Latham Avenue, Hemet, CA 92545, (951) 765-5100 x 2428 * (951) 765-5119 (FAX), Email: lrush@hemetusd.k12.ca.us or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Gardner-Webb University - various scholarships available General, athletics, music, marching band Up to full tuition, room and board Be a resident of NC for at least one year and/or graduate in the top 25% of your high school class, and/or be a dependent of a Southern Baptist ordained minister, or excel in athletics, music or marching band. January   School counselor or Gardner-Webb University, Boiling Springs, NC 28017, telephone (704) 406-4000, or visit online (click more information) More Information   UNC Greensboro - Merit Awards Program Various selective academic excellence awards $2,500 to full tuition Current high school senior Minimum SAT 1800 (Reading, writing & Math) or ACT Composite 27 Cumulative GPA 3.5 or above Admission to UNCG by January 4, 2010 January 4 (online scholarship application deadline)  Financial Aid Office, 1000 Spring Garden St., Greensboro, NC, 27413, telephone (336) 334-5702 or School Counselor. Visit online http://www.uncg.edu More Information   Kyoto Scholarship Advanced Technology; Basic Sciences; Arts and Philosophy Up to $10,000 These scholarships are presented in the three annual Kyoto Prize categories of Advanced Technology; Basic Sciences; and Arts and Philosophy. The scholarships are available to high school seniors from all public, private and parochial schools in San Diego County and the greater Tijuana region. Scholarship recipients will be recognized at the Gala event, "The Kyoto Prize: Celebrating Outstanding Human Achievement," in April. Students must be a graduating senior from a San Diego County high school with a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, active community service, and a plan to attend an accredited four-year university in the United States. January 8  The San Diego Foundation, 2508 Historic Decatur Road, Suite 200, San Diego, CA 92106 Phone: (619) 814-1343 or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Army ROTC General with military obligation, Nursing 80% of tuition, books and expenses Be a U.S. citizen, be between the ages of 17 and 26. For 4-year scholarships, applicants must have GPA at least 2.5, SAT score at least 920, and meet physical conditions. 2-year and 3-year scholarships are also available. Nursing-specific scholarships also available. January 10  Apply online (click on more information) or telephone (910) 396-9652. More Information   King's College Scholarships Must attend King's College Four $5,000 scholarships Take qualifying exam on January 10, 2009 at King's College and achieve one of four highest scores January 10 (exam date)  Diane Ryone, Director of Admission King's College 322 Lamar Avenue Charlotte, NC 28204 704-372-0266 or 1-800-768-2255 More Information   ROTC - Army Merit-based Up to full-tuition Annual stipend up to $5,000 Allowances for books & fees Visit www.armyrotc.com for full details January 10 (postmark deadline)  School Counselor or 1.877.936.7724 or www.info.goarmy.com/rotc/2 More Information   Gates Millennium Scholars - Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation General (for undergraduate students); Mathematics, Science, Engineering, Education, Public Health or Library Science (for graduate students) Up to full tuition, fees, books, and living expenses Open to African-Americans, American Indians/Alaska Natives, Asian Pacific Islander Americans, or Hispanic Americans. Must be citizens/permanent residents of the USA. Must be nominated and have cumulative GPA at least 3.3 (4.0 scale). Must have demonstrated leadership commitment through community service or extracurricular activities. Must have significant financial need and meet Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria. January 11  Gates Millennium Scholars Program, PO Box 10500 Fairfax, VA 22031-8044, telephone (877)690-4677 or visit website (click more information). More Information   Gates Millennium Scholars - Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Minority students, financial need, leadership Significant funding for higher education and innovative leadership program opportunities Outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska native, Asian Pacifica Islander American or Hispanic American students with significant financial need & demonstrated leadership skills Citizen/legal permanent resident or nation of the United States Cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher Demonstrated leadership abilities through community service or extracurricular activities Meet Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria as determined by FAFSA Submit all three required forms (Nominee Personal Information Form, Nominator Form, and Recommender Form) by the deadline January 11 (online application or postmark deadline) NOTE: Each school may set a different deadline, as this scholarship requires a school nomination  Call 1-877-690-4677 http://www.gmsp.org More Information   ROTC - Air Force General Up to full scholarship Top 30% of the class; varies by scholarship January 12 (postmark deadline)  Air Force ROTC, www.afrotc.com/scholarships or see your School Counselor More Information   NC Congress of Parents and Teachers 2005 Scholarship (North Carolina PTA) General $1000 High School Seniors, must be a member of your High School PTA/PTSA before January 1, 2005. Must provide transcript, recent photo, two letters of recommendation, copy of PTS/PTSA membership card, and respond to five scholarship questions. Financial need is a priority. Postmarked by January 14, 2005  Guidance Office   Agnes Scott College -- various scholarships available General, also music $1,000 to full tuition, fees, room and board Merit-based scholarships are awarded through the admission office. The college automatically considers all early-decision and scholarship-decision students for merit-based aid. When granting merit-based scholarships, the college looks at several factors including academic achievement, community service, evidence of leadership, extracurricular involvement and state residence. The Goizueta Foundation Scholarship for native Spanish speakers is also available. Some additional scholarships require separate application. January 15  Agnes Scott College, 141 E. College Ave., Decatur, GA 30030 Tel: 404 471-6000 | 800 868-8602 or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Denison University in Ohio - various scholarships available General Varies; up to full tuition Merit scholarships offered to highly qualified students who will be chosen based on strong academic performance. Must have 2.5 cumulative GPA. January 15  Admissions Staff, telephone 1-800-DENISON or visit online (click on more information) or email finaid@denison.edu. More Information   Erskine College - Academic and Special scholarships available General, drama, music, athletic $1,000 to $20,000, renewable Selection is based on high school scholastic achievement; involvement in church, school, community. Must submit the Erskine College Scholarship Application. For drama/music or athletic, must contact that department (see website for contact information). January 15, or varies  Erskine College, Two Washington Street, P.O. Box 338, Due West, SC 29639 telephone (800)241-8721 or email admissions@erskine.edu or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) - various scholarships available General, academic or athletic Up to full tuition Varies - 3.0 GPA required for academic scholarships. Fairleigh Dickinson University offers a variety of academic achievement scholarships. For the academic and leadership scholarships, freshmen are automatically evaluated upon admissions application. FDU recommends freshman applicants submit a complete admissions application (including the University Admissions Application, an official high school transcript, and SAT or ACT scores) by January 15 for priority scholarship consideration. Athletic scholarships are available for male and female athletes at the University's Metropolitan Campus. All scholarship recipients are required to file the FAFSA application January  Office of University Admissions, Fairleigh Dickinson University, College at Florham, 285 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ 07940, telephone (800) 338-8803 or visit online (click for more information). For athletic scholarships, contact the Metropolitan Campus Office of Athletics at 201-692-2208. More Information   MaryEllen Locher Foundation General average $2,000, renewable with re-application Student must have lost a mother (parent) to either breast cancer, or complication resulting from breast cancer, or have a mother who has survived breast cancer. Student must be accepted as a full time enrollee at an accredited 2 or 4 year college or university. Student essays, grades, and financial need will all be considered in awarding this scholarship. January 15  MaryEllen Locher Foundation, c/o Laurie Richardson, 3070 Stage Run, Hixson TN 37343, (423) 842-3329 or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Mensa Essay Contest Scholarship Essay Contest Varies, $300 - $1,000 Must currently reside in Mensa Local Group area (visit web site to determine status) Must intend to enroll in accredited U.S. institution for 09-10 Must submit 550 word essay according to guidelines & assigned topic Must complete required information form January 15  See your School Counselor for Scholarship Essay Contest Entry Form Submit completed essays to: Jim Crowley 105 Fidelity Street Apartment B-20 Carrboro, NC 27510 www.mensafoundation.org More Information   Meredith College - Talent Scholarships (Art Scholarships, Music Scholarships, Interior Design Scholarships) Must attend Meredith College, specific majors Varies, renewable Varies; see web site for specific information on each scholarship January 15 for Talent Scholarship Application  Meredith College, Office of Admissions, 3800 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, NC 27607-5298, Phone: (919)760-8581, Fax: (919)760-2348 More Information   NC Hispanic College Fund Hispanic/Latino background $500 - $2500 Hispanic/Latino background, graduate of NC high school in past 2 years, GPA 2.5 or better January 15  NC Society of Hispanic Professionals, NC Hispanic College Fund, 8450 Chapel Hill Road, Suite 209, Cary, NC 27513, 919-467-8424, mailbox@theNCSHP.org or see your School Counselor More Information   UNC Chapel Hill - Carolina Scholars Awards Program Must attend UNC Chapel Hill, Merit-based $7,500 per year, renewable Superior academic achievement, self-direction and motivation for new learning January 15 (admission application deadline)  Office of Scholarships and Student Aid, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 111 Pettigrew Hall, CB #2300 P.O. Box 1080, Chapel Hill, NC 27514-1080, (919) 962-8396, aidinfo@unc.edu, www.studentaid.unc.edu More Information   UNC Chapel Hill - Merit Scholarships Carolina Scholarships Pogue Scholarships The Johnson Awards Program Colonel Robinson Scholarships Cameron Morrison Scholarships Old Well Scholarships College Fellows Scholarshi Merit, must attend UNC-Chapel Hill Varies, approximately 200 scholarships Varies per scholarship, but includes academic achievement, evidence of leadership, commitment to service, potential for success NOTE: Only the Pogue Scholarship requires a separate application January 15 for priority consideration  Office of Scholarships and Student Aid UNC - Chapel Hill, 310 Pettigrew Hall, P.O. Box 1080, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, 919.962.8396, aidinfo@unc.edu, www.studentaid.unc.edu More Information   UNC Chapel Hill - Other Merit-based Scholarships (William Richardson Davie Scholarships, Old Well Scholarships, College Fellows Awards, Distinguished Scholarships) Must attend UNC Chapel Hill $2,500 - full cost of attendance, renewable Outstanding academics, leadership, etc. January 15 (admission application deadline)  Office of Scholarships and Student Aid, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 111 Pettigrew Hall, CB #2300 P.O. Box 1080, Chapel Hill, NC 27514-1080, (919) 962-8396, aidinfo@unc.edu, www.studentaid.unc.edu More Information   UNC Chapel Hill - Pogue Scholarship Must attend UNC-Chapel Hill, Minority applicants with solid academic performance and strong leadership potential, demonstrate an abiding commitment to their local communities and embrace diversity as a value $7,500, renewable Minority students demonstrating academic achievement, leadership, community commitment January 15 (admission application deadline) There is no scholarship application   UNC Chapel Hill, Office of Scholarships & Student Aid, 310 Pettigrew Hall, P.O. Box 1080, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, 919.962.8396, aidinfo@unc.edu, www.studentaid.unc.edu More Information   University of Kentucky - several scholarships available General, departmental also available $1,500 and up to full tuition, plus a stipend The competitive scholarships require: a minimum test score of 31 ACT or 1360 SAT (M+CR) and minimum unweighted GPA of 3.75. Download the application from the website (click more information) Other scholarships include: Flagship Scholarship -- Incoming freshmen whose highest ACT score is 26-27 or SAT (M+CR) is 1170-1240, and achieve a 3.30 unweighted high school GPA, will automatically be offered a Flagship Scholarship. No application is required. The Provost Scholarship -- Incoming freshmen whose minimum ACT score is 28 or SAT (M+CR) is 1250, and achieve a 3.30 unweighted high school GPA, will automatically be offered a Provost Scholarship. No application is required. January 15 for competitive; March 1 for other  Office of Academic Scholarships, 100-H Funkhouser Building, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40506-0054, Phone: (859) 257-4198, E-mail: academicscholar@lsv.uky.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   University of Oregon - Western Undergraduate Exchange Scholarship Varies and may change year to year regular in-state tuition plus 50 percent of that amount The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) Scholarship is designated to outstanding scholars residing in the one of the following WICHE (Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education) states: AK, ID, OR, AZ, MT, SD, CA, UT, CO, NM, WA, HI, ND, or WY, enroll in WUE-eligible UO programs (see updated list for each year), and Have a high school GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale or have a combined SAT critical reading and math score of 1200 or have an ACT composite score of 27. No separate application is needed. All freshman applicants meeting the eligibility requirements are automatically considered. See website for updated list of majors. January 15  Contact the Office of Admissions by calling (800) BE-A-DUCK or visit online (click for more information). More Information   University of Oregon- several scholarships available General varies There are many opportunities to receive scholarships at the University of Oregon, some are strictly merit-based, while others also look for diversity, financial need, . Some require an additional scholarship application while others only require meeting the eligibility requirements and applying for admission by specified date. January 15  University of Oregon, Office of Financial Aid, 260 Oregon Hall, 1278 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1278, (800) 760-6953, (541) 346-3221, (541) 346-1175 [fax], fawww@uoregon.edu or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Washington Crossing Foundation Government Service $500 - $10,000 Open to US citizens who are planning careers in government service. Applicants must write a one-page essay stating why they are planning a career in government service. This essay must be accompanied by a recommendation from the high school principal or guidance counselor evaluating the student's achievements, along with transcripts, national testing scores, and other supporting information of the applicant's choice as described in the Official Rules. January 15  Washington Crossing Foundation, PO Box 503, Levittown, PA 19058, telephone (215) 949-8841 or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Shaw University Presidential Scholarship Must attend Shaw University Full, four-year scholarship. 3.5 GPA or higher, 1400 SAT or 20 ACT, completed admission and scholarship application & other supporting materials January 16 (postmark deadline)  School Counselor or Dr. Kim Q. B. Leathers, Dean The Honors College - Shaw University 118 E. South Street Raleigh, NC 27601 More Information   North Carolina Hospitality Education Foundation - several scholarships available Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management or Tourism $750; renewable at higher rate - $1,500; must reapply each year Open to graduating seniors (one available for juniors) who will enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two or four-year college or university or vocational-technical school in North Carolina. Must be a North Carolina resident and plan to study Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management or Tourism. Applications available in October. Unavailable until October; probably January 18  Alyssa Barkley, telephone (800)582-8750 or visit online (click more information). More Information   Belmont Abbey College - several scholarships available General, theater $1,000 to $19,000; renewable Honors Institute scholarship requires 3.7 or higher high school grade point average (unweighted.) 1200 SAT score (with a minimum verbal score of 600). Students must reside on campus. All students receiving Belmont Abbey College scholarships are required to participate in 20 hours of community service and attend 10 on-campus cultural events per year. Complete separate application due January 19. Other scholarships require only admissions application and certain level GPA and test scores, and application before Feb. 1. January 19 or February 1, depending on scholarship  Belmont Abbey College, Phone Number: 704.461.6665 , Fax Number: 704.461.6220, Mailing address: 100 Belmont-Mt. Holly Road, Belmont NC 28012, Email address: admissions@bac.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Discover Scholarship Program (formerly Discover Tribute Award) General Up to $30,000 Open to current high school Juniors. Must have at least 2.75 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale for 9th and 10th grades; with demonstrated accomplishments in leadership and community service. Must have faced a significant road block or challenge. Submit application, transcripts, recommendations. Applications will be available starting early December. Scholarships may be used for any type of post-high school education or training, certification, licensing, two- or four-year trade and technical education or a two- or four-year college degree. January  Discover Scholarship Program, telephone (866)756-7932 or visit website (click on more information). More Information   Charlotte Contemporary Ensemble Scholarship Music, Voice Major $1000 Acceptance into accredited college/university's School of Music with a major in Voice January 23 (postmark deadline)  Charlotte Contemporary Ensemble, P.O. Box 561124, Charlotte, NC 28256-1124, 704-348-1598 or see your School Counselor More Information   McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship General Demonstration of entrepreneurial spirit Up to $10,000 per year; renewable for 4 years Graduate from high school by Spring 2009 Attend a 4-year college within the 50 states Own & operate a genuine business, non-profits are eligible Have at least one paid employee Complete an online application by Januarh 25, 2009 January 25 (online application)  School Counselor or Christine McKelvey, President McKelvey Foundation 200 Park Avenue, 44th Floor New York, NY 10166 212.847.7236 or 877.McKelvey or www.mckelveyfoundation.org More Information   Cabarrus County Head Start General $1,000 Former student of Head Start or Home Start January 27  Patricia Brooks, ppbrooks@cabarrus.k12.nc.us or 704 784 3614 JoAnn Hurst PO Box 700 Franklin, NC 28744   Intertribal Timber Council - Truman D. Picard Scholarship Program Natural Resources $1,500 Open to Native American/Alaskan students pursuing a higher education in Natural Resources. Must submit letter of application demonstrating interest in Natural Resources, commitment to education and community/culture, and financial need. Also submit resume, 3 letters of reference, evidence of validated enrollment in a federally recognized tribe or Native Alaska corporation, and transcript. January 29  Intertribal Timber Council, ATTN: Education Committee, 1112 NE 21st Avenue, Suite 4, Portland, OR 97232-2114, telephone (503) 282-4296 or email itc1@teleport.com or visit online (Click for more information). More Information   East Carolina University - Abernathy Scholar Must attend East Carolina University, major in Science Education, pursue career as Science Teacher $2,500 ($1,250 for each of two semesters, renewable Acceptance to ECU, minimum 3.0 GPA, Career in science education January 30  Ron Preston, Department of Mathematics & Science Education East Carolina University 342 Flanagan Greenville, NC 27858 (252) 328-9353 prestonr@ecu.edu or see your School Counselor More Information   Columbus State University - several scholarships available General; Art, Athletics, Business, Computer Science, Communication, English, Education, Health Science, History, Nursing, Military Science, Music, Political Science, Science, Mathematics, Theater Typically $2500; renewable To apply for scholarships offered by CSU, complete the appropriate scholarship application. (Scholarships have individual deadlines.) Scholarships available are based on academics, test scores, leadership, recommendations. Many for special interests as well. Some require essay or other sample of work. See website for scholarship lists. January 31 or later  Columbus State University, 4225 University Ave., Columbus, Georgia 31907, 706-507-8800 Contact: Financial Aid Office, (706) 507-8800 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Florida A&M University - several scholarships available General; also Forestry, Journalism, Business, Architecture, Environmental Sciences, Athletic, Music/Band, Physics, Biological & Agricultural Systems Engineering, Biology, Math, Math Education, Science, Engineering, Computer Science, CIS Varies - from $2,000 to full tuition, room, board and other expenses Florida A&M University institutional scholarships are awarded during the admissions process for first time in college students. Merit scholarships based on academic standing, test scores, and other factors. See website (click more information) for specific requirements for each scholarship. January 31  Ms. Julia W. Brunson, Florida A&M University, Office of University Scholarships, 1600 Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard, University Commons, Tallahassee, FL 32307, Office: 850.412.5483, Fax: 850.561.2079, julia.brunson@famu.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Norfolk State University - Dozoretz National Institute for Mathematics and Applied Sciences (DNIMAS Program) Must attend Norfolk State University, specific majors Full 4-year academic scholarship Minimum 3.2 unweighted GPA, combined SAT of 1500 or ACT composite of 22, US Citizen January 31  DNIMAS Program Director, Norfolk State University, 700 Park Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23504, 757-823-2511 or see your School Counselor More Information   ROTC - Navy/Marines Navy or Navy Nurse $180,000 over 4 years US Citizen, 17 years old by September 1, good physical health, 530 Critical Reading SAT, 520 Math SAT or 22 English ACT, 22 Math ACT January 31 (Your application package must be completed at the local processing station by January 20)  Commander David Kemp or Senior Chief Perry, NROTC Office, Navy Recruiting District Raleigh, 801 Oberlin Rd., Suite 120, Raleigh, NC 27605, 919-831-4141 or 919-604-6144, david.s.kemp@navy.mil or tracy.perry@navy.mil More Information   Spelman College - several scholarships available General; engineering, physics, computer science, chemistry, mathematics Up to full tuition, fees and room and board; renewable Spelman College awards scholarships on the basis of academic and extracurricular merit, leadership abilities, and involvement in the community. Each year, Spelman College selects five entering first-year students to receive the Presidential Scholarship, and the Dean's Scholarship is awarded to approximately 65 students annually. The Bonner Scholarship is awarded to a first-year student at the college who demonstrates strong academic performance in high school and good citizenship at home, school, church, and in her community. Evidence of financial need is also considered, but the award may be given to a student who does not exhibit financial need but who displays an outstanding commitment to community service. January 31  Spelman College, 350 Spelman Lane S.W. Atlanta, GA 30314-4399 (404) 681-3643, Office of Admission at 1-800-982-2411. Financial Aid Office (404) 270-5212 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   UNC-Wilmington - various scholarships available General; business, education, nursing, political science, international relations Up to full tuition Varies; selections are based on GPA, SAT or ACT, academic promise, financial need, participation in community service and other specific criteria including ethnic background, major, residency. Many require separate application, and an essay. January 31, and varies  UNCW, 601 South College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403-5904, telephone (910) 962-3177 or email finaid@uncw.edu or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Converse College - various scholarships available General $2,000 to $13,000 annually. Or more for highest level students. Selection based on SAT scores, class rank, academics and leadership. January  See your high school scholarship coordinator or Office of Admissions Converse College, 580 East Main St., Spartanburg, SC 29302-0006, telephone (800) 766-1125, fax (864) 596-9019 or email financial_aid@converse.edu or visit online (click more information). More Information   Cox Heroes College Scholarships General up to $10,000; renewable Cox rewards academic excellence and personal perseverance by granting scholarships to individuals who are overcoming personal challenges while pursuing educational advancement. Scholarships are available to high school seniors and adults re-entering the educational arena. These scholarships are specific to students living in a Cox service area and attending an educational institution in San Diego County. Funds may be used for tuition, books and fees. To qualify, high school graduates must be a June graduate of a high school in San Diego County, have a minimum 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale, be attending an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in San Diego County, have a demonstrated financial need, have a strong commitment to civic participation, as demonstrated by involvement in school, work, and/or community activities, be enrolled as a full time student beginning in fall semester following graduation. January  COX HEROES SCHOLARSHIP, c/o Cox Communications, 5159 Federal Blvd., San Diego, CA 92105 Attn: Melissa McGee, (619) 266-5286 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   East Carolina University - Various Scholarships General $250 - $7,500; renewable Varies January  School counselor or Office of Admissions, East Carolina University (252) 328-6055 or (252) 328-6640. Or visit www.ecu.edu online. More Information   Microsoft Scholarships - General Scholarships, Women's Scholarships, Underrepresented Minority Scholarships, Scholarships for Students with Disabilities Computer Science/Engineering, Math or Physics Full tuition for one year and a salaried summer internship Must be enrolled full time in a bachelor's degree program at a college/university in the US, Canada, or Mexico. Make satisfactory progress toward an undergraduate degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related technical discipline. Must demonstrate an interest in computer science and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. Submit resume, transcript, answers to essay questions, letter of referral. February 1  Microsoft Scholarship Program, Microsoft Corporation, One Microsoft Way, Redmond WA 98052-803. email: scholars@microsoft.com or visit online (Click for more information) More Information   NC A&T State University - Alumni Association Scholarship General Unspecified Must attend A&T, 3.0 GPA, 1100 SAT or 24 ACT, 3 letters of recommendation January  School Counselor or call (800) 443-8964   NC A&T State University - USDA/1890 National Scholars Program Agriculture, Food, or Natural Resources Sciences 34 - Full scholarships 3.0 GPA, 1000 SAT or 21 ACT, US citizen. Must sign agreement to work for 1 year for USDA for each year of the scholarship. January  School Counselor or contact Dr. Richard Robbins, NC A&T University, 1601 E. Market St., Greensboro, NC 27027 (336) 334-7278.   Western Carolina University - various scholarships available General Up to full tuition Varies; include merit-based and need-based scholarships. Selections are based on GPA, class rank, and SAT scores. Merit-based awards do not need separate application. Need-based awards require completion of the FAFSA. In addition, If you’ve declared your major, you should contact your academic department or your college dean’s office about scholarships in your discipline. Each WCU athletic team coordinates scholarships for outstanding students. For more information, contact WCU athletics. February 1 for merit-based; varies for others  Western Carolina University, 218 Killian Annex, Cullowhee, North Carolina 28723, telephone 828-227-7290 or email finaid@wcu.edu or visit online (click for more information). More Information   American Dental Hygienists Association Scholarships Dental Hygiene $1,000 - $1,500 Open to students who have completed one year of a dental hygiene program, or are in the process of completing it. Scholarships are based on financial need, academic achievement, references. Applications are available after January 1 February 1  American Dental Hygienists Association, telephone (800) 735-4916. Visit online at http://www.adha.org or email institute@adha.org or visit online (Click for more information) More Information   Barton College - Scholarships (Trustee Scholarship, Presidential Scholarship, Barton W. Stone Scholarship, John J. Harper Scholarship, Alumni Awards, Athletic Scholarships) Varies, must attend Barton College $1,000 - $10,000 Varies, see web site for information on specific scholarships February 1 (priority application deadline), March 1 (athletic scholarships)  Barton College, Department of Enrollment Management & Admissions, Box 5000, Wilson, NC 27893, 800-345-4973 or 252-399-6317, www.barton.edu, enroll@barton.edu More Information   Berry College General; Communications, Music and Theater, Athletics Unavailable Every freshman applicant who has been admitted to Berry College will automatically be considered for merit-based scholarships and grants by the Admissions Office. Attributes used to determine scholarship eligibility include GPA, class rank (if available on the high school transcript), class rigor and the highest SAT/ACT score reported. All students are encouraged to have a complete application on file by the February 1 priority date in order to be given full consideration for merit scholarships. Other scholarships available are for those exhibiting strong leadership skills, community service, or performance in a specific department or interest. February 1  Berry College - 2277 Martha Berry Hwy NW, Mount Berry, GA 30149, (706) 232 5374. Contact Office of Admissions at 1-800-237-7942. Or Office of Financial Aid, P.O. Box 495007, Mount Berry, GA 30149-5007 706-236-1714, 1-800-MT BERRY, (FAX) 706-290-2160 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Burger King Scholars Program General $1,000 Students do not have to be employed by Burger King to be eligible. Must be a deserving student needing funds for college expenses with at least 2.5 GPA; work part-time at least 15 hours per week for 40 weeks per year, provide recommendations from school and employer, demonstrate community service or extracurricular activities. February  Burger King Scholars Program - BURGER KING® Scholars Program, c/o Scholarship Program Administrators, Inc., P.O. Box 23737, Nashville, Tennessee 37202-3737 or call BURGER KING® Scholars Program, P: (305) 378-3186, E-mail: bdorado@whopper.com or visit online (Click for more information) More Information   Clark Atlanta University - several scholarships available General Up to full cost of attending Applicants with a grade point average (GPA) starting at 3.25 and 1100 SAT score (verbal and math only) (24 composite ACT) will be considered for an award. Financial need of each applicant will be considered in the selection process. This award is renewable annually based on meeting all scholarship renewal criteria. All eligible applicants that meet the criteria by the designated deadlines will be placed in a pool and ranked using the three criteria of test scores (SAT/ACT), high school grades point averages and financial need. The number and amounts of all awards will be subject to available institutional funding. Students wishing to be considered for any scholarships must submit their Clark Atlanta University admissions application, recommendations forms, $35.00 application fee, an official high school transcript, and SAT or ACT scores by the February 1 deadline. All information on file in the Office of Admissions on February 1 will be used to determine eligibility for scholarships. High schools using a weighted grading scale must have the weighted grade point average printed on the transcript. Dean's Scholars Program recipients must maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.25, be enrolled in fifteen (15) hours of undergraduate courses per semester and successfully complete at least 30 credit hours per academic year. February 1  Clark Atlanta University, 223 James P. Brawley Drive, SW Atlanta, GA 30314, Office of Student Financial Aid at (404) 880-8992. More Information   College Board - Young Epidemiology Scholars Competition Epidemiology research $1,000 - $50,000 Open to high school juniors and seniors. Students enter competition online, and upload a written report of their research project for judges' consideration. Research projects must apply epidemiological methods of analysis to a health-related issue. February 1  Young Epidemiology Scholars (YES) Program, The College Board, 11911 Freedom Drive, Suite 300, Reston VA 20190, telephone (800) 626-9795, ext. 5849 or email yes@collegeboard.org or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Scholarships- several available History, Political Science, Economics, Government or Nursing, Piano or voice. Also includes the American Indian Scholarship for vocational training. $1,000 - $2,000; renewable Open to graduating seniors. All applicants must obtain a letter of sponsorship from their local DAR chapter. (The only exception is the American Indian Scholarship.) Your state scholarship chairman will assist in locating the chapter nearest you. Please send a self-addressed, stamped business-size envelope to obtain the name and address of your state scholarship chairman and an application for any of the scholarships. February  Committee Services Office, Attn: DAR Scholarships, 1776 D Street, NW, Washington, DC 20006-5303 or visit website (click more information) More Information   Epsilon Sigma Alpha Foundation- several scholarships available; some based on state residency General; varies, teaching, nursing, medical, Architecture, Interior Design, speech therapy $466 up to $3,000; varies by state Epsilon Sigma Alpha (ESA) is a premier leadership and service organization, whose single purpose is to inspire leadership and service by bringing good people together to pursue programs and projects that make a positive difference in the local, national, and global communities. The Scholarship Application for the current year will be available October of that year. beginning of February  Scholarship inquiries may be directed to the Scholarship Director: Kathy Loydkloyd@knoxy.net or ESA Foundation · P.O. Box 270517 Fort Collins, Colorado 80527 970-223-2824 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Future Educators of America - Phi Delta Kappa (PDK) Prospective Educator Scholarship Program Education Varies; $500 - $5,000 renewable Submit application, essay, two letters of reference, and official transcript. Must be member of PDK, or related to or referred by a member. General and specialty scholarships available, so see website for additional criteria. Applications available in November. February 1  Scholarship Programs, Phi Delta Kappa International, PO Box 798, Bloomington IN 47402-0789. Or contact the FTA advisor at your school or Phi Delta Kappa International, telephone (800) 766-1156 or email scholarships@pdkintl.org or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Harvard University General varies All of Harvard's financial aid is awarded on the basis of demonstrated financial need - there are no academic, athletic or merit-based awards. Student still must meet all Harvard admission standards first. February 1  Harvard College Financial Aid Office, 86 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, Telephone: (617)-495-1581or visit online (click for more information) More Information   NC Association of Educators (NCAE) - Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship General Varies Student must be a senior in high school; exemplifying character, personality, and scholastic achievement. Submit official transcript with a GPA average on 5.0 scale, two letters of recommendation. February 1  State NCAE Office, Attn: NCAE Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Committee, PO Box 27347, Raleigh, NC 27611. Visit website http://www.ncae.org, telephone (800) 662-7924 More Information   Oregon Institute of Technology - several scholarships available General, Engineering Technology, Geomatics, Renewable Energy Engineering, athletic, leadership and diversity Academic scholarships are awarded only to new, fully admitted OIT students. If you meet the criteria listed above, all you need to do is apply for admission to OIT and be accepted by February 1 for enrollment in the following academic year. You must meet all admission requirements in order to qualify. Other scholarships include Engineering Honors scholarships, Leadership and Diversity scholarship (requires additional scholarship application), and Oregon Tech Foundation scholarship. Athletic scholarships are offered for every varsity sport at Oregon Tech. Availability of scholarship funds varies for each sport. Scholarship recipients are recommended by the coach based on the availability of funds and needs of the specific program. Oregon Tech is a highly competitive program. Please contact the specific sports coach to discuss your participation and scholarship opportunities. Updated information will be available on website in December. February 1  Main campus: Oregon Institute of Technology, 3201 Campus Drive, Klamath Falls, OR 97601, Toll Free: 1-800-422-2017, ext. 1, Email: oit@oit.edu or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Oregon Institute of Technology - Western Undergraduate Exchange Scholarship Varies, Mathematics, Psychology, Biology, Civil Engineering, Communication Studies, Computer Engineering Technology, Engineering, Environment Studies, Geomatics, Geographic Information Systems, Surveying, Health Sciences, Info Technology regular in-state tuition plus 50 percent of that amount The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) Scholarship is designated to outstanding scholars residing in the one of the following WICHE (Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education) states: AK, ID, OR, AZ, MT, SD, CA, UT, CO, NM, WA, HI, ND, or WY. Students from WUE states who enroll in WUE-eligible OIT programs will automatically receive a WUE Contract upon admission to OIT. Simply sign and return the contract to the Admissions Office by the specified deadline. See website for complete list of majors. February 1  Main campus: Oregon Institute of Technology, 3201 Campus Drive, Klamath Falls, OR 97601, Toll Free: 1-800-422-2017, ext. 1, Email: oit@oit.edu or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Point Loma Nazarene University - several scholarships General, athletics, music, speech and debate, science, math Up to $24,000; renewable Scholarships include Academic Merit Awards, based on GPA and test scores, as well as scholarships for science, math, athletics, speech and debate, music, and diversity leadership. Merit scholarships are initially awarded for two years and are then renewable annually by achieving a targeted GPA at PLNU. Students are expected to contact the applicable department to apply for the involvement scholarships mentioned above. Students are expected to contact the applicable department to apply for the involvement scholarships mentioned above. February 1  Point Loma Nazarene University, 3900 Lomaland Drive, San Diego, CA 92106, 619) 849-2273 or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship General Up to $1,500; renewable For GA residents only. This scholarship program is federally funded and does NOT restrict recipients to attending a college or university in Georgia. To be considered for the Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship, you must be nominated by the high school you are attending. You can obtain an application from your high school counselor's office in December of the same academic year as your high school graduation. Must demonstrate outstanding high school academic achievement; Be a legal resident of Georgia; Be a U.S. citizen, or a permanent resident who meets residency requirements, or national of the U.S. or have evidence from INS of eligible permanent resident alien status; Submit application materials including all documentation on or before February 1 of the same academic year as high school completion; Graduate from a public or private high school or receive the GED in the same year as application for the scholarship; Must have applied or been accepted at an eligible institution of higher education for full-time status. February 1  Georgia Student Financial Commission, 2082 East Exchange Place, Tucker, Georgia 30084, Telephone: In Metro Atlanta (770) 724-9000, Toll-Free 1-800-505-GSFC, gsfcinfo@gsfc.org or visit online (click for more information) More Information   San Diego State University - several scholarships available General Varies The majority of SDSU scholarships available through the Scholarships Search will begin accepting applications on August 10. The scholarship search and application process is available all year with various deadlines for different scholarships. See website (click for more information) to search for scholarships available. You can apply for an SDSU scholarship once you have your RedID (your student identification number). You will find SDSU scholarships using our Scholarship Search Web site. In addition, check with your academic department for other scholarships that may be offered exclusively through the department. Apply for SDSU scholarships through our Scholarship Search Web site. To apply, select the "Apply Online Now" button at the bottom of the page. February 1  San Diego State University, 5500 Campanile Drive, San Diego, CA 92182-7455, (619) 594-6336 or visit online (click for more information). More Information   School of Visual Arts Silas H. Rhodes Scholarships Must attend School of Visual Arts varies To qualify, all admission and scholarship materials must be submitted by February 1, 2005 for all first-time freshman. Download application from website. February 1  Office of Admissions,School of Visual Arts 209 East 23 Street New York, NY 10010 telephone: 212.592.2116 More Information   Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation College Scholarship Program General Up to $10,000; renewable Open to graduating high school seniors who have lost a parent to breast cancer. Must be a US citizen or permanent resident. Determination will be based on academic achievement, community service, demonstrated leadership ability, financial need. Must attend an accredited state-supported college/university located in recipient's state of residence. Check in December for new application. February 1  Scholarship Program Administrators, Inc. (SPA), telephone (615) 320-3149 or email info@spaprog.com or collegescholarships@komen.org or visit online (Click for more information) More Information   UC Berkeley - Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholarship Program (By Invitation Only) General Varies: $1,000 for honorary awards, as needed for needs-based awards, renewable The Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholarship carries the highest honor awarded by the University of California, Berkeley to entering undergraduates. The Faculty Committee selects candidates on the basis of the information available on their UC Application for Undergraduate Admission, including GPA and SAT test scores. Other factors that may be considered include: the application personal statement, letters of recommendation, extracurricular activities, academic potential, evidence of overcoming personal hardship, and other academic or personal qualities that would make a distinctive contribution to the campus. Selection occurs Feb-Mar  Visit online (click for more information) and to find the appropriate email address or call (510) 642-6442: 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. More Information   University of Nevada, Reno - several scholarships available General, agriculture, biotechnology, natural resources, business, health sciences, music, dance, criminal justice, Human development and family sciences, early education, chemistry, physics, computer sciences, computer information systems $1,000 to $15,000 for merit scholarships Students who present qualifying academic credentials in their admission application are awarded scholarships upon admission to the University. Scholarship offers are determined through the use of an academic index. The index is calculated using the high school unweighted cumulative GPA and the highest ACT or SAT I test score, to determine eligibility and offer amount. The Application for Admission is the same application for scholarships. The priority application deadline for scholarships is February 1st. After which scholarships are awarded. Departmental and other endowed awards also available with varying criteria. See website for more details. February 1  University of Nevada, Student Financial Aid and Scholarships, Mail Stop 0076, University of Nevada, Reno, Reno, Nevada 89557, Toll Free: 877.666.0014, asknevada@unr.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   University of Nevada--Las Vegas - several scholarships available General $2,000 to $15,000; renewable Newly-admitted undergraduate students are automatically considered for all UNLV scholarships within the admissions application if admitted by Feb. 1 and completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by Feb. 1 for the upcoming school year. No additional scholarship application is necessary. Students are then considered for scholarships between February and March. Scholarships are awarded through the Financial Aid & Scholarships Office and departments and colleges. Please see website for more information admitted by Feb. 1  University of Nevada--Las Vegas, Financial Aid & Scholarships, Box 452016, 4505 Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89154-2016, Phone: 702-895-3424, Fax: 702-895-1353 or visit online (click for more information). More Information   University of Nevada--Las Vegas - Western Undergraduate Exchange Scholarship General regular in-state tuition plus 50 percent of that amount The UNLV Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) Scholarship is designated to outstanding scholars residing in the one of the following WICHE (Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education) states: AK, ID, OR, AZ, MT, SD, CA, UT, CO, NM, WA, HI, ND, or WY. Incoming freshmen who have never attended college must have a weighted 3.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) on the required core classes, calculated through the admissions process, and one of the following: 3.25 overall GPA or minimum 1,100 SAT score (combined critical reading and math) or a minimum 24 ACT score. First-time students at UNLV must apply for the WUE Scholarship through the UNLV Scholarship application February 1  University of Nevada--Las Vegas, Financial Aid & Scholarships, Box 452016, 4505 Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89154-2016, Phone: 702-895-3424, Fax: 702-895-1353 or visit online (click for more information). More Information   University of West Georgia - various scholarships General; Art, Theatre $2,000 to $4,500 per year; renewable UWG awards several Presidential academic scholarships for students with outstanding academic credentials. The Honors College will invite students who are eligible for consideration for Presidential Scholarships. These awards are renewable for up to three additional years. To be considered, students must be accepted for admission by February 1. No further application for the scholarship is necessary. Art and Theatre scholarships require a separate application and portfolio submission or audition. More information available on website (click more information). February 1  University of West Georgia, 1601 Maple St, Carrollton, GA 30118 Admissions Office at admiss@westga.edu or call 678-839-5600 or visit online (click for more information). More Information   USDA/1890 National Scholars Program/ various other scholarships as well Agriculture and related, animal sciences, botany, Food, and Natural resources and related sciences Up to full scholarships, plus other expenses 1890 National Scholars Program is open to students planning to attend one of 18 historically black land-grant universities (HBUs). Selections are based on GPA, SAT or ACT scores. Upon completion of the scholar's academic degree program, there is an obligation of 1 year of service to the U.S. Department of Agriculture for each year of financial support. Some other scholarships available also. February 1  USDA/1890 Programs, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250, Mail Stop 9478, telephone number (202) 205-5692 or email 1890init@usda.gov or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Virginia Military Institute Scholarships Institute Scholars Superintendent Scholars Must attend Virginia Military Institute $5000 - $15,000 per academic year Varies; see web site for information on specific criteria for each scholarship. February 1  School counselor or Colonel Rob McDonald, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs 540-464-7212 or mcdonaldrl@vmi.edu More Information   Western Carolina University Merit Scholarships Western Meritorius Award Valedictorian Award Saultatorian Award Chancellor's Award for Freshmen Distinguished Scholar Award Founders Award Honors College Scholar Awar Merit; must attend Western Carolina University; minimum 1100 SAT (Reading & Math); minimum 3.5 GPA. Varies; up to full tuition. Scholastic achievement; admitted applicants automatically considered for most scholarships; see web site for specific scholarship information February 1 (must have completed the admission application and FAFSA)  School Counselor or Admissions Office Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC 28723-9024 1-877-WCU4YOU More Information   Burger King Scholars Program Need based. $1,000 Minimum 2.5 GPA, work part-time an average of 15 hours per week or 40 weeks per year, actively involved in community service, demonstrate financial need. February 2  Barby C. Dorado or Laura Stafford bdorado@whopper.com or jrsimon@spaprog.com 305-378-7355 or 615-320-3149 Burger King Scholars Program 5505 Blue Lagoon Drive Miami, FL 33126 www.bk.com/scholars More Information   Elon University - various scholarships available Elon University Endowed Scholarships Varies-general, music, engineering, athletic, performing arts, teaching, education The John L. Georgeo Scholarship - foll all students The Susan Scholarship - for women The Leon and Lorraine Watson Scholarship - for NC students Varies; up to full tuition Varies, based on merit. Elon is one of only two private colleges in North Carolina selected to offer the prestigious North Carolina Teaching Fellows Program. February  Admissions Office, 2700 Campus Box, Elon, NC 27244, telephone (800) 334-8448 or email admissions@elon.edu or visit online (Click for more information) More Information   Lambda Gay & Lesbian Alumni Association of the University of Southern California General $4,000 USC Lambda awards scholarships in five categories to incoming and transferring undergraduates and to graduate students. Scholarship awards are based on academic achievement, personal merit and contribution to the LGBT community, and may require an interview. The supplementary application (available November) must be postmarked by Feb. 2. To download the application, visit alumni.usc.edu/lambda. Feb 2  USC Lambda at (213) 740-1606, or e-mail lambda@alumnicenter@usc.edu or visit online (click on more information). More Information   Florence Kidder Memorial Scholarship - National Society of the Colonial Dames of America, State of North Carolina General NC First Place award of $3000, runner-up award of $1000 Character Financial need Scholastic record Each high school selects their nominees Essay required February 5 NOTE: Your high school may set an earlier deadline; check with your School Counselor for your school's deadline.  School Counselor or Ms. Betsy Liles 691 Williamsburg Dr. NE Concord, NC 28025 bbliles@earthlink.net   American Meteorological Society - various scholarships available Atmospheric, Oceanic, or Hydrologic Science $2,500 - $3,000 per year for two years Requirements vary depending on scholarship; some of the scholarships specifically target minority students. All scholarships target students planning to study atmospheric science or related oceanic and hydrologic science. Transcripts, test scores, letter of recommendation required. Students must include, with a completed application form, an official high school transcript showing grades from the past three years, a letter of recommendation from a high school teacher or guidance counselor, and a copy of scores from an SAT or similar national college entrance exam. February 6  American Meteorological Society, Attn: Scholarship Program, 45 Beacon St., Boston, MA 02108-3693, telephone Donna Sampson at (617) 227-2426 ext. 246 or Stephanie Armstrong at (617) 227-2426 ext. 235 or visit online (click for more information). More Information   University of Southern California Asian Pacific Alumni Association Scholarship General $1,000-$3,000 The USC Asian Pacific Alumni Association Scholarship program awards scholarships to outstanding students on the basis of academic achievement, personal merit, financial need and ability to contribute to the Asian Pacific American Community. Applicants must be full-time students (undergraduate, transfer, graduate or professional) who will be enrolled in a USC degree program for the entire year. A minimum 3.0 grade-point average (in a 4-point system) in high school (for entering freshmen) or college is required. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal residents of the United States. You must apply for federal, state, and university financial aid and, in most cases, subsequently qualify for financial aid to be considered for an APAA scholarship. Trustee Scholars are not eligible. Applications will be available in November 2008. Submit the APAA scholarship application, autobiographical essay, two letters of recommendation and an official transcript by Feb. 6, 2009. February 6  Asian Pacific Alumni Association, Widney, Alumni House, 635 Childs Way, Los Angeles, CA 90089-0461. Phone: (213) 740-6380. or visit online (click for more information) More Information   NC Head Start Scholarship General Unknown Must have been a Head Start student, 1000-word essay required February 1 (recommended postmark deadline) February 8 (receipt deadline)  School Counselor or Patricia Brooks, Lead Family Advocate, Cabarrus County Schools Head Start, 704-784-3614, ppbrooks@cabarrus.k12.nc.us   Jagannathan Scholarship - NC State Education Assistance Authority General Up to $3,500 per year (1) Outstanding academic achievement (2) financial need (3) diverse extracurricular activities (4) evidence of strong leadership February 9 (deadline for completing CSS Profile) February 16 (postmark date for all other materials) NOTE: Each high school will set a due date for materials, check with your School Counselor for your school's deadline  School Counselor or Bill Carswell, Program Manager for Scholarship & Grant Division North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority PO Box 13663 Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-3663 www.ncseaa.edu.cfnc.org More Information   Kentucky Fried Chichen Foundation - KFC Colonel's Scholars General Up to $20,000 Minimum GPA 2.75 or higher enrolling in a 2 or 4 year public college/university (in-state) pursuing a bachelor's degree A US citizen or permanent resident Demonstrate Financial Need February 10, 2010  Students must apply online at www.kfcscholars.org PO Box 4.30 Iowa City, IA 52243-4030 866-532-7240 kfcscholars@act.org More Information   KFC Colonel's Kids Foundation Scholarships General $5,000, renewable Open to graduating high school seniors who have an entrepreneurial spirit and strong perseverance. Must plan to pursue a bachelor's degree at a public college or university within your state of residence. Must demonstrate financial need. Applications will be available online in December. February  Visit online (click for more information) or email kfcscholars@act.org or telephone (866) KFC-7240 More Information   Norman Topping Student Aid Fund (NTSAF) (University of Southern California) General Vary The purpose of the NTSAF is to assist students with high financial need who demonstrate an extraordinary level of community awareness in their pursuit of higher education at USC. First-generation college students and local area applicants are given primary consideration in the selection process. Please note that the scholarship is not limited to these populations. Submit a completed NTSAF Scholarship application by the postmark deadline of Feb. 13 for freshmen. An interview will be required for scholarship finalists. All applicants must obtain and complete all forms required by the USC Financial Aid Office. Online applications are available at www.usc.edu/ntsaf. February 13  Norman Topping Student Aid Fund, Division of Student Affairs, University of Southern California Student Union 202, Los Angeles, CA 90089-0890, Phone: (213) 740-7575, Fax: (213) 740-0139, Email: ntsaf@usc.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   AFA Teens for Alzheimer's Awareness College Scholarship General $5,000 -grand-prize winner, a $500 - first runner-up and a $250 -second runner-up This scholarship provides an excellent opportunity for college-bound students to give thoughtful consideration to the impact Alzheimer’s disease has on their own lives and others in their family and community. Students are required to submit an autobiography and write a 1,200 to 1,500 word essay that answers the following questions: • How has Alzheimer’s disease changed or impacted your life? • What have you learned about yourself, your family and/or your community in the face of coping with Alzheimer’s disease? To qualify, students must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and must also enter a four-year accredited college or university within 12 months of the application deadline. Existing college students are not eligible to apply. An independent committee selected by AFA will judge all timely submissions. See website for other documentation required with submission February 15  Alzheimer's Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Ave., 7th Fl., New York, NY 10001, info@afateens.org 866.AFA.8484 or visit online (Click for more information) More Information   Alabama State University General Varies Most require high academics, scores, or show leadership. Alabama State University scholarships are offered to the most outstanding entering freshmen (and junior college transfer students). All scholarships are competitive and are awarded to the most qualified entering freshmen students on the basis of the following: Completed admission and scholarship application, Official ACT score (or comparable SAT scores), Handwritten essay, Official high school transcript. All scholarship recipients must complete an application for financial aid. Must be admitted to the University by Jan. 31 to be considered. February 15  School Counselor or Alabama State University, 915 South Jackson Street, G.W. Trenholm Hall, Montgomery, AL, 36101-0271, telephone (334) 229-4862; or email finaid@alasu.edu or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Alzheimer's Foundation of America's Teens for Alzheimer's Awareness College Scholarship General $5,000/year (nonrenewable) United States Citizen Plan to enter accredited 4-year college/university within 12 months of scholarship deadline Be currently enrolled in high school in the US Submit all required materials by postmark deadline February 15 (postmark deadline)  School Counselor or Jessie Osborne, Coordinator AFA Teens Alzheimer's Foundation of America 322 8th Avenue, 7th Floor New York, NY 10001 866-232-8484 josborne@alzfdn.org www.afatees.org More Information   AXA Achievement Community Scholarship General, character Twelve regional $2,000 scholarships will be given An AXA Acheiver must demonstrate: ambition and drive, determination to set and reach goals, respect for self, family and community, ability to succeed in college. February 15  AXA Foundation, Inc., 1290 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10104, 212.314.4480, www.axa-achievement.com More Information   Best Buy @ 15 Scholarship General $1,000 Solid grades Volunteer community service or work experience February 15  www.bestbuy.com/scholarships or www.at15.com More Information   Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship Program - Monsanto Company and the National Asssociation of Farm Broadcasters Agriculture 100 scholarships of $1500 each Must come from a farm family and plan to pursue a career in the field of agriculture. Program is administered by the National FFA Organization - applicants are not required to be an FFA member. February 15 (online application)  www.monsanto.com or www.ffa.org More Information   Corban College and Graduate School - several scholarships general, music, athletics $250 to $4,000 Corban offers scholarships based on varying criteria, including academics, achievements, students of alumni, athletics, music, church or Christian worker status. See website for eligibility requirements. February 15  Corban College, 5000 Deer Park Drive SE, Salem, OR 97301, Admissions Office at 1-800-845-3005 or 503-375-7005. E-mail admissions@corban.edu or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Hispanic Scholarship Fund - HSF General College Scholarships General $1,000 to $10,000 Be of Hispanic heritage Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident with a permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551 (not expired) Have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale Have plans to enroll FULL-TIME in a degree seeking program at a two or four year U.S. accredited institution in the U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands or Guam during the 2009-2010 academic year Must apply for federal financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Be pursuing first undergraduate or graduate degree February 18 (must apply online)  Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) at telephone (877)473-4636 or (415) 808-2376. More Information   Marist College - National Science Foundation Scholarships Computer Science or Information Technology and Systems A full 4-year tuition, room and board, and other benefits. Full-time enrollment at Marist College with declaration of Computer Science or Information Techonology and Systems as program of study US citizenship or Permanent residency Meeting Federal PELL eligibility February , 15  Office of Undergradate Admission Poughkeepsie, NY 12601-1387 1800-436-5483 or admission@marist.edu More Information   Meredith College - Merit Scholarships (Presidential Scholarships, Meredith College Academic Awards, Meredith Promise Scholarships & Transfer Scholarships) Must attend Meredith College Varies, renewable Varies, Academics, Intellectual promise, leadership February 15 (priority admissions application deadline)  Meredith College, Office of Admissions, 3800 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, NC 27607-5298, Phone: (919)760-8581, Fax: (919)760-2348 More Information   Meredith College - Other Scholarships & Programs (Paschal Scholars Program, NC Teaching Fellows Program, Thomas Meredith Baptist Heritage Scholarships) Must attend Meredith College, some have major requirement Varies, renewable Varies; see web site for information about specific scholarships February 15  Meredith College, Office of Admissions, 3800 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, NC 27607-5298, Phone: (919)760-8581, Fax: (919)760-2348 More Information   Miss Cheerleader of America Scholarship Program General, female high school cheerleader (current or former) Unavailable Current or former high school female cheerleader, grades 9 - 12 February 15  Miss Cheerleader of America, Box 667, Taylor, MI 48180, 734-946-1200, www.misscheerleaderofamerica.com More Information   Morehouse College - several scholarships available General, Athletic, Band, Music Varies The College makes a number of awards to students in recognition of their accomplishments either in pursuit of academic excellence or demonstrated skill and talent. Academic Scholarship awards are made to entering freshmen on the basis of outstanding high school performance and qualifying scores from either the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or the American College Test (ACT). Scholarship recipients are selected during the admissions process. Students applying for or receiving institutional awards must complete the application process for financial aid (file a FAFSA and submit all required documentation to the Office of Financial Aid). Also available are athletic grants, talent grants for band or music, and departmental scholarships. See webpage (click more information) for whom to contact for these various scholarships. February 15  Morehouse College 830 Westview Drive, S.W. Atlanta, GA 30314 (404) 681-2800 Admissions: (404) 215-2632 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   National Commission for Cooperative Education (NCCE) National Co-op Scholarship Must attend one of the ten NCCE Partner Colleges & Universities (visit web site for list) $6,000 renewable (200 scholarships annually) (1) HS GPA of 3.5 or better (2) Complete scholarship application including essay (3) Submit application by 2/15 deadline February 19  www.co-op.edu More Information   National Co-op Scholarship Program (National Commission for Cooperative Education) General $6,000, renewable Must plan to participate in college cooperative education at one of the NCCE Partner Colleges & Universities (Johnson & Wales University of Charlotte participates; go to www.co-op.edu for list of other participating schools) February 15  School Counselor or Frank T. Schettino, National Commission for Cooperative Education Program Director, 360 Huntington Avenue, 384 CP, Boston, MA 02115-5096, 617-373-3770, ncce@neu.edu More Information   NC A&T State University - various scholarships available General Up to full tuition Varies; Selections are based on academic merit and financial need. Must have GPA of at least 3.0 and SAT at least 1000. There is no application process for new students, freshman, or Transfer students to apply for university scholarships. However new students only need to complete the admission process and be granted admission to the university. The Admissions Office will initiate the scholarship process by referring the names of all new students that have been admitted and who also meet the scholarship requirements to their respective Deans Office and the University Scholarship Office for further scholarship consideration. All interested students are encourage to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). February 15  NC A&T, 1601 E. Market Street, Greensboro, NC 27411, telephone 1-800-443-0835 or email scholars@ncat.edu or visit online (click on more information). More Information   NC Division of Veterans Affairs - Children of Disabled, Deceased, Combat, or POW/MIA War Veterans Scholarship General; Must attend one of the universities, community colleges, or technical institutes within the state of NC varies Open to children of disabled, deceased, combat, or POW/MIA war veterans. Veteran parent must have been a resident of NC when he/she entered military service or child must be a lifelong resident of NC. February, 15  School Counselor or Sharon L. Eury, Director Cabarrus County Veterans Service Office P.O. Box 707 Concord, NC 28026-0707 Phone: 704-920-2869 Fax: 704-920-2870 www.cabarruscounty.us More Information   NC Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship Program Science, technology, engineering, mathematics $1,000 Rising college freshman, sophomores, and community college transfer students pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, mathematics. February 15 (online application), February 20 (letter of recommendation)  Tom Knott, Technology & Communication Specialist, NC Space Grant, tknott@ncspacegrant.org or School Counselor More Information   Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Scholarship Program - various scholarships available; Asian, African American, Hispanic, or Scholars General $1,000, up to $25,000 a year Open to graduating high school seniors who reside in a participating area. Selections are based on academic performance, financial need, and community involvement, and ethnic background for some scholarships. Applications are necessary and will be available on the website in November. February 15  RMHC Scholarship Program, Scholarship Program Administrators, PO Box 22376, Nashville TN 37202 or visit online www.rmhc.org or visit online (Click for more information) More Information   Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) - several scholarships available General, arts, athletics up to $15,000; renewable Scholarship recipients are expected to be particularly strong and positive leaders at SCAD, excelling academically and representing the college well within the community. Scholarships are available to both United States citizens and international students and are awarded to entering students prior to first-quarter attendance. A limited number of scholarships may be offered to accepted students who demonstrate outstanding achievement in either or both academic and artistic endeavors. Criteria include documentation of above average grades, standardized test scores above the national average, or completion of an International Baccalaureate diploma, and presentation of an excellent portfolio, audition or writing submission. The scholarship may be renewed annually through completion of a bachelor's degree (or up to 225 attempted hours) as long as the recipient remains enrolled and maintains at least a 3.0 grade point average. Athletic grants and other scholarships also available. February 15  Savannah College of Art and Design-Savannah, Admission Department, 22 E. Lathrop Ave., Savannah, GA 31415, Phone: 912.525.5100 or 800.869.7223 or Savannah College of Art and Design - Atlanta, Admission Department, 1600 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, Phone: 404.253.2700 (general) or 877.722.3285 or email scholarships@scad.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   University of Notre Dame - several scholarships available General Unavailable Many prospective students and parents inquire about applying for "academic" or "merit" scholarships at Notre Dame. Financial Aid at Notre Dame is administered and awarded based upon the demonstrated financial need of the student. All students admitted through the University's very selective admissions process are considered worthy of scholarship consideration on the basis of their outstanding academic and personal credentials. A thorough and consistent review of each applicant is conducted by the Financial Aid Office each year in order to determine a student's financial aid eligibility, including scholarship eligibility. February 15  University of Notre Dame - Office of Student Financial Services, Financial Aid, 115 Main Building 100 Main Building, Notre Dame, IN 46556, Phone: 574-631-6436, finaid@nd.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC)/Asia Scholarship Program General $1,000 minimum Current high school senior Child of a parent of Asian-Pacific heritage Eligible to attend a two- or four-year college or vocational/technical school US Citizen Less than 21 years of age Limit of applying to only one RMHC Scholarship Program February 16 (postmark deadline)  School Counselor or www.rmhc.org More Information   Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC)/HACER Scholarship Program General $1,000 minimum Current high school senior child of parent of Hispanic heritage Eligible to attend two- or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school Legal US Resident Less than 21 years of age Limit of applying to only one RMHC Scholarship Program February 16 (postmark deadline)  School Counselor or www.rmhc.org. More Information   Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC)/Scholars General $1000 Currently enrolled high school senior All students are eligible regardless of race, color, creed, religion, etc. Eligible to attend a two- or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school Legal US Citizen Less than 21 years of age February 16  School Counselor or www.rmhc.org More Information   Ronald McDonald House Charities/African American Future Achievers Scholarship Program General $1,000 minimum Current high school senior Child of parent of African American or Black Carribean heritage Eligible to attend two- or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school Legal US Resident Less than 21 years of age Limit of applying to only one RMHC Scholarship Program February 16 (postmark deadline)  School Counselor or www.rmhc.org More Information   Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship General Estimated $1,500 per year Minimum combined SAT score of 1875, GPA 3.5 unweighted February 19(applications must be received in state office); check School Counselors' Office for your school's deadline  Public Schools of North Carolina Department of Public Instruction,(919) 807-3312 or School Counselor More Information   University of San Diego - several scholarships available General, Athletics, Business, Education, Nursing, Leadership, Health Sciences Up to full tuition General merit-based scholarships and other scholarships available from the university. Merit-based scholarships are awarded by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and are only awarded upon admission to the University. Your admission application is the application for the scholarships. Awarded based on superior academic achievement, test scores, leadership, service, talent, and other personal qualities irrespective of financial circumstances. The Diversity merit-based scholarship is awarded based on superior academic achievement, test scores, leadership, service, talent, and other personal qualities. Generally reserved for underrepresented students who have financial need. All of our NCAA Division I sports have scholarships except Football and Men's Rowing. Contact the coach directly if you are interested in finding out how to qualify. For endowed and other scholarships, see the website for more information. Students are automatically considered for any of the endowed or private yearly scholarship listed in the USD Undergraduate Bulletin for which they are eligible when they apply for financial aid at USD. College of Arts & Sciences: Students are advised to ask faculty members in specific departments about available scholarship opportunities. February 20, priority deadline, others vary  University of San Diego, 5998 Alcala Park, San Diego, CA 92110-2492, (619) 260-4506 or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Johnson & Wales University National High School Chef of the year Scholarship Competition Scholarship Competition for those planning to attend Johnson & Wales University $3,500 - Full Tuition High school Juniors & Seniors in US & territories Recipe submission required Finalists participate in cook-off April 3-5, 2009 in North Miami February 23  School Counselor or www.jwu.edu More Information   Girls Going Places Entrepreneurship Award Program (Guardian Life Insurance) Entrepreneurship or Finance $1,000 - $10,000 Open to girls aged 12-18 who demonstrate budding entrepreneurship and/or have taken steps towards financial independence; have made a difference in their school or community. Submit application, personal statement, a letter of recommendation by an adult, supporting documents. Application process from September through February. February  The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, Attn: Girls Going Places, 7 Hanover Square, 26-J, New York NY 10004 or email guardianwomenschannel@glic.com or visit online (click for more information). More Information   NC National Teenager Scholarship Organization's Scholarship Scholarship pageant Varies See web site at www.ncscnationalteen.com for full details NOTE: This pageant has an application fee! Entry deadline is February 27, 2010.  School Counselor or Rhonda Burke, State Director North Carolina National Teenager Scholarship Organization 210 Factors Walk Summerville, NC 29485 ncnationalteen@aol.com More Information   Nurse Scholars Program (NCSEAA) Nursing $2,500 - $5,000 Superior academics (3.0 minimum grade point average on a 4.0 scale), leadership potential, and desire to practice nursing on a full-time basis in North Carolina; must plan to enter a nursing program at a participating college or university in the state of North Carolina or hospitals that offer nurse education programs which prepare students for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN); must apply online using Scholarship Wizard at www.cfnc.org February 28 (Bachelor Degree/4-year Colleges) May 3 (Associate Degree/2-year Colleges)  School Counselor or college financial aid office, or North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority (NCSEAA) at (800) 700-1775, option "1," or locally at (919) 549-8614 More Information   Delta Kappa Gamma Society, Gamma Pi Chapter Scholarship Education $1000 Complete application by deadline, finalists will be invited to interview February 29  School Counselor or Doris Hester, 8480 Bondale Road, Concord, NC 28025-8206, 704-786-2215   Cal Aggie Alumni Association (CAAA) - UC Davis General $1000 to $4,000 and are not renewable; also $10,000 (over 2 years) The Cal Aggie Alumni Association (CAAA) awards alumni scholarships to outstanding students entering the fall term from California, Oregon and Washington. Students do not need to have an affiliation with CAAA or a relative who attended UC Davis. The minimum GPA requirement is 3.50 for freshman applicants and 3.25 for transfer applicants from community colleges. An online essay must be submitted as part of the application by February. CAAA scholars are notified of their awards by April. Application available in November. February  Cal Aggie Alumni Association, alumni@ucdavis.edu, (800) 242-4723 or visit online (click on more information) More Information   Chi Eta Phi Sorority - Aliene Carrington Ewell Scholarship Nursing $1,000 Must be accepted to accredited nursing program. Must have demonstrated leadership, financial need, grades, essay, recommendation. Can apply through local chapter. Updated information should be posted on website in November or December. February  Visit online (click more information) or email chietaphi@erols.com More Information   Eckerd College - various scholarships available General; also artistic achievement in Music, Theatre, Visual Arts and Creative Writing; also Athletic $1,500 to full tuition Varies by scholarship February or with admission  Financial Aid Office, Eckerd College, 4200 54th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33711, telephone (800) 456-9009 or email finaid@eckerd.edu More Information   National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Scholarship Program Journalism $1,250 - $25,000 Open to African-American students planning to pursue a career in journalism and enrolled in an accredited four-year college or university. Must be a student member of NABJ. Submit application with resume, essay, transcript, recommendations and work samples. Applications available on the website in late October. NABJ local chapters annually provide scholarships to high school and college students. Interested applicants should apply directly through the local chapter and adhere to the individual deadlines. March  Irving Washington, NABJ Scholarship Program, University of Maryland, 8701-A Adelphi Rd., Adelphi, MD 20783-1716, telephone (301) 445-7100 ext. 108 or (866) 479-NABJ, or email iwashington@nabj.org. Also visit website (click more information). More Information   Virginia Military Institute (VMI) - various scholarships available General, science, engineering Up to full tuition Varies; selections are based on SAT or ACT scores, GPA, class rank, leadership, and personal achievement. In most cases, students do not need to complete a separate application form, but are considered automatically when they complete the VMI Financial Aid Application and the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). For merit scholarships, evaluations done on rolling basis. Interviews for outstanding applicants usually done on Open House dates. Varies  Virginia Military Institute, 306 Carroll Hall, Lexington, VA 24450, telephone (540) 464-7208 or email financialaid@vmi.edu or visit online (Click for more information). More Information   American Chemical Society Scholars Program African-American, Hispanic or Native American students pursuing degree in chemical sciences Up to $2,500 per year for freshmen Awarded to minority students especially African-Americans, Hispanics and Native Americans on the basis of merit, demonstrated financial need and who want to pursue degree in chemical sciences. GPA - 3.0+ March 1 (receipt of all materials)  http://www.chemistry.org/scholars, click on the link for "ACS Scholars". Telephone (800) 227-5558, ext. 6250 More Information   American Chemical Society Scholars Program Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, Toxicology and Chemical Technology Up to $5,000; renewable Open to minority students. Must be US citizens or permanent residents, high achievers in chemistry or science and planning to pursue a career in a chemically related science, with demonstrated financial need. Submit application and FAFSA. Applications accepted November to March. March 1  American Chemical Society Scholars Program, Department of Diversity Programs, 1155 16th St., NW, Washington DC 20036, or visit or visit online (Click for more information) or call (800) 227-5558, ext. 6250 or (202) 872-6250. More Information   Armstrong Atlantic State University General Unavailable There are many scholarships available to AASU students, which are awarded on the basis of merit, need or both. You may apply for these and other scholarships using the Academic Scholarship Application which is available online or in the Office of Financial Aid. The application consists of basic student information and includes a place for the student to express their need and desire for scholarship funds. In reviewing the applications the committee considers many factors including academic achievements, GPA, SAT scores, extracurricular activities, financial need and the applicant's statement. The statement is evaluated for its message, organization, grammar and demeanor. Be sure to take your time and check your spelling. March 1  Armstrong Atlantic State University, a University System of Georgia Institution, 11935 Abercorn Street, Savannah, Georgia 31419, Office of Financial Aid via email at finaid@armstrong.edu or call us at 912.344.3266 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Cabarrus College of Health Sciences Scholarship Medical $1000 and $2000 scholarships funded by United Way Acceptance to Cabarrus College of Health Sciences, for under-represented racial, ethnic and gender minorities in the healthcare field. Priority given to bilingual and first generation college students. March 1  Cabarrus College of Health Sciences Mark Ellison, Director of Admissions Phone: 704-783-1616 Email: mellsion@cabarruscollege.edu More Information   College of Coastal Georgia - several scholarships available General; criminal justice, teaching education, performing or fine arts, Medical laboratory Technology, nursing varies Several scholarships available, based on GPA, extracurricular activities, and an essay. Must complete single scholarship application to be considered for several scholarships. Updated application and more information will be available in the Spring, or call the Financial Aid Office. Spring  Mailing Address: Financial Aid Office, College of Coastal Georgia, 3700 Altama Avenue, Brunswick, Georgia 31520-3644, Telephone: (912) 279-5722 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Georgia Highlands College - several scholarships available Various; Education, math, science, criminal justice, nursing Varies Requirements for this 2-year program scholarship offerings vary based on scholarship but some include leadership, GPA requirements, specific county residency (Bartow County, GA), specific high school (Pepperell), major, ethnic group (Hispanic), learning disability and other. Scholarship application required. See website (click more information). March 1 or later  Several campuses available. Call 1-800-332-2406, or email admitme@highlands.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (MCSF) General $1,000 -$12,500, plus Must be a son or daughter of a Marine on active duty or in the Reserve, a former Marine or Marine Reservist who has received an honorable discharge, medical discharge, or who was killed while in the service of our country or an active duty, reserve, or former US Navy corpsman who is serving or has served with the US Marine Corps. Must be a graduating high school senior with a GPA of 2.0+, planning to enroll in an accredited college/university or vocational/technical school, with a specified family income level (changes each year). For students whose parents have/ are in OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM OR OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM, additional funding is available. Applications available after in December. March 1  Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, PO Box 3008, Princeton NJ 08543-3008, telephone June Hering (800) 292-7777 or email mcsfnj@mcsf.org or visit online (click for more information). More Information   Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship General Must reside & attend school in specific counties in NC (including Cabarrus) Ten $2,500 scholarships annually Application, a presentation (Video/PowerPoint/brochure/webiste/speech), transcript, SAT scores, two letters of recommendation March 1 (postmark deadline)  School Counselor or Law Offices of Michael A. DeMayo P.O. Box 34426, Charlotte, NC 28234 704-333-1000 or www.demayolaw.com More Information   NAACP - various scholarships available General, Education, Chemistry, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics varies Must be US citizen attending 4-year accredited college or university. Must maintain a 2.5 GPA (on 4.0 scale). Some require membership in NAACP, others do not. Some require financial need. Other requirements listed for the individual scholarships available -- see website for specific information. Current year information will be available on website in January. March  NAACP National Headquarters, 4805 Mt. Hope Drive, Baltimore MD 21215, Toll Free: (877) NAACP-98 or visit online (click for more information). More Information   National Academy of Television, Arts and Sciences-Pacific Southwest Chapter Scholarships Telecommunications, television-arts $500 to $3,000 Available to college-bound high school seniors and college students attending school in San Diego, Bakersfield, Palm Springs, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Santa Maria, California, and Las Vegas, Nevada who intend to pursue a career in telecommunications and related fields. Although we are looking for students who are good scholars, evidence of creative achievement is even more important March 1  NATAS Pacific Southwest Chapter, PO Box 80255, San Diego, CA 92138 Ellie Weiner at ellieWeiner@dc.rr.com or (858) 674-4469. or visit online (click for more information) More Information   National Press Club - Ellen Masin Persina Scholarship Journalism $5,000; renewable Open to minority students. Must be a high school senior, planning to pursue a career in journalism, with a GPA at least 2.75. Submit application form, work samples, essay, letters of recommendation, transcript, copy of FAFSA, documentation of acceptance letter from the college or university you will attend. March 1  General Manager's Office, National Press Club, 529 14th Street NW, Washington, DC 20045, telephone (202) 662-7500. Also visit website (click more information). More Information   National Press Club - Richard G. Zimmerman Journalism Scholarship Journalism $5,000; non-renewable Open to open to all high school seniors, regardless of gender or race. Applicants must have a 3.0 grade average who plan to attend college. Submit application form, work samples, essay, letters of recommendation, transcript, copy of FAFSA, documentation of acceptance letter from the college or university you will attend. March 1  General Manager's Office, National Press Club, 529 14th Street NW, Washington, DC 20045, telephone (202) 662-7500. Also visit website (click more information). More Information   National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) Educational Foundation - Maureen L. and Howard N. Blitman, PE, Scholarship to Promote Diversity in Engineering Engineering $5,000 for freshman year Open to graduating high school seniors from an ethnic minority. Must be accepted into an ABET-accredited engineering program at a 4-year college/university. Must be a US citizen. Selection will based on GPA, internship or co-op experience and community involvement, recommendations, honors and awards, answers on the application. March 1  NSPE Educational Foundation, Maureen L. and Howard N. Blitman, PE, Scholarship to Promote Diversity in Engineering, 1420 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314-2794 or visit online (click on more information). More Information   NC State USBC Association, Inc. Youth Scholarship General $1,500 1) NC high school senior, age 21 or younger as of February 28 2) Must be a current member of the NCS USBC and bowling in a certified USBC North Carolina youth league 3) Files a completed application with the Association Manager of the NCS USBC by March 1st 4) The applicant must have an unimpaired amateur standing in bowling 5) Must have a grade point average at the school with expectations of admission to a recognized institution. postmarked by March 1  Tom McBride Association Manager, NCS USBCA, Inc. 2701 Hampton Meadows Lane Cramerton, NC 28032-1450 (704) 824-7795 If more information is needed, please contact Tammy Perez at (704) 868-3747 or via email at Taxontaxof@aol.com with SCHOLARSHIP on the subject line. More Information   North Carolina Association of County Veterans Service Officers (NCACVSO) Memorial Scholarship General $500 Must be the child of any honorable discharged veteran of NC resident two letters of recommendation, transcript, an essay, a copy of birth certificate with veteran parent's name, DD214 of Veteran, an application from your counselor March 1st  Your Local Veterans Service office or Cabarrus County Veterans Service Office P.O.Box 707 Concord, NC 28026 (704) 920-2869 More Information   Paine College-three different scholarships available General, education Varies Three scholarships listed: The Fort Gordon Service Club of Fort Gordon will award merit scholarships for graduating seniors in good standing at an accredited high school in the CSRA and a military dependent with a valid ID card, to assist them in their first year of education at an accredited university, college, or vocational/technical school. Applicants will be evaluated on academic standing, trade aptitude, citizenship, character, participation in school and community activities, and the stated desire and sincerity for further education. The Fort Gordon Service Club of Fort Gordon will award a continuing education scholarship for one (1) year of schooling not to exceed $500.00 to a deserving military family member. This award will assist them in their continuing education at an accredited university, college, or vocational/technical school. The Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) grant program that provides up to $4,000 per year to students who intend to teach in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves students from low-income families. March 1; priority consideration deadline  Paine College, 1235 Fifteenth Street, Augusta, GA 30901, Phone: (706) 821-8200 or 1-800-476-7703 Email: paineftgordon@charterinternet.com, Phone: (706) 793-2030 or (706) 791-7979, call Bess Corriveau at 706-421-5780 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Pfizer's Epilepsy Scholarship Award General $3,000 Open to high school seniors who have applied to college and are under a doctor's care for epilepsy. Also open to college students. Eligible students have: overcome the challenges of epilepsy, been successful in school, done well in activities outside the classroom or in the community, and shown a desire to make the most out of college or graduate school. Spring  Pfizer Epilepsy Scholarship Award Center, c/o The Eden Communications Group, 515 Valley Street, Suite 200, Maplewood, NJ 07040, telephone (800) 292-7373. Or visit website (click more information) to download the application. More Information   Ruckus House Education Scholarship Teaching (Early Childhood, Elementary or Special Education) Up to $5,000 (split between two semesters), renewable Minimum 3.0 GPA, application, essay, two letters of recommendation from teachers/employers/adminstrators March 1  School Counselor or Ruckus House Learning Center Scholarship Foundation, 9450 Moss Plantation Drive NW, Suite 101, Concord, NC 28027, 704-786-3030, www.ruckusfoundation.org More Information   Ruckus House Learning Center Scholarship Foundation Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Special Education $5,000; renewable Open to high school seniors or current college students who have been accepted /enrolled into a NC college or university and plan to pursue careers in Education. Must have GPA of at least 3.0. Submit application, transcript, two letters of recommendation and an 800-word essay explaining the reasons you want to teach. Scholarship recipients must sign an agreement to teach in NC for 5 years upon graduation from college. March 1  Ruckus House Learning Center Scholarship Foundation, 9450 Moss Plantation Drive NW, Suite 101, Concord NC 28027, telephone (704) 786-3035 ext. 4011 or email mtracy@ruckushouse.com. If website is still under construction, email Executive Director Mark Tracy mtracy@ruckushouse.com for an application. More Information   Saint Paul's College - several scholarships available General, science, mathematics, education, Varies A minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 is required for scholarships unless otherwise specified by the donor. Students who submit their FAFSA applications to the Department of Education Processing Center by March 1 of each year are automatically considered for these scholarships. Information outlining specific academic requirements are available in the Financial Aid Office. Various scholarships awarded, based on any of the following, academic excellence, high scholarship, strong moral influence, character, academic achievement and potential for future growth and development, Christian character, effective leadership ability, and who is in good standing with and loyal to the spirit and tradition of the College, and more. See website for the list of scholarships available (click more information). March 1  Saint Paul's College, 115 College Drive, Lawrenceville, Virginia 23868, (434) 848-3111, www.saintpauls.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Southern Polytechnic State University - several scholarships available General Unavailable SPSU awards scholarships to qualified students based on academic merit and financial need. Need-based scholarships take both financial need and academic criteria into account, while academic scholarships are based solely upon a student's specific academic program. Apply online for scholarships. You will need your SPSU student ID to apply. All students that have applied to SPSU will be given a student ID. Many of the academic programs offer scholarships. Check with your academic advisor. Scholarships are competitive and funds are limited. Scholarships for Hispanic/Latino students also available March 1  Southern Polytechnic State University, 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060-2896, 1-800-635-3204, 678-915-7778, Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid - Phone: 678-915-7290, Fax: 678-915-4227, Email: Financial_aid@spsu.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholoarship Found, Inc. General - need based scholarship $2,500 a Minimum GPA - 2.5; will attend a US accredited 4-year college starting the fall semester; have demonstrated leadership abilities through community services and extra curricular activities Application, transcript, two letters of recommendation, financial document, high school picutre, an essay see your school counselor for more detials March, 1st  Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund ATTN: Mr. Abraham Scott PO BOX 1023 Springfield, VA 22151 geraldine@starpower.net   UC Berkeley - Berkeley Undergraduate Scholarship General varies, based on need The Berkeley Undergraduate Scholarship is awarded to new and continuing students on the basis of both academic merit and financial need. Students entering Berkeley from high school must have a 4.1 GPA. Those entering from community college must have a 3.5 GPA. Continuing students must have a 3.5 GPA. The amount of the scholarship is based on your level of financial need. There is no application process other than applying for financial aid by completing the FAFSA. Complete and submit the University of California Application for Freshman (or Transfer) Admission and Scholarships by the deadline. Cite your characteristics, such as ancestry and professional interests, in the "Scholarship" section. (Some scholarships are reserved for students who meet criteria established by individual donors.) Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the UC Berkeley March deadline. March  Visit online (click for more information) and to find the appropriate email address or call (510) 642-6442: 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. More Information   UNC Chapel Hill - Need-based Scholarships (James M. Johnston Awards Program) Must attend UNC Chapel Hill $1,000 - $30,000 per year, renewable Outstanding high school record, leadership potential, financial need November 1 (recommended date for filing CSS Profile), March 1 (FAFSA & Profile deadline) follow other admission application deadlines  Office of Scholarships and Student Aid, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 111 Pettigrew Hall, CB #2300 P.O. Box 1080, Chapel Hill, NC 27514-1080, (919) 962-8396, aidinfo@unc.edu, www.studentaid.unc.edu More Information   UNC-Pembroke - various scholarships available General Up to full tuition Varies; selections are based on academic record and involvement in extracurricular activities. The application deadline is March 1st. All students must be admitted to the University and must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. A merit scholarship application is available online. Offers a merit scholarship specific to Native Americans as well as for the general population. March 1  UNC Pembroke, Office of Financial Aid, PO Box 1510, Pembroke, NC 28372-1510, telephone (910) 521-6255 or email fa@uncp.edu or visit online (Click for more information). More Information   University of Oregon Scholarship from the UO San Diego Alumni Association General $1,000 The University of Oregon San Diego Alumni Association will award one or more annual scholarships of $1,000 to San Diego County high school seniors who plan to attend the University of Oregon in the Fall. Application requirements are as follows: Official Alumni Association Chapter Scholarship Application; two (2) letters of recommendations (one from an academic source and one from a leadership advisor); a transcript; one-page typewritten essay addressing the following topic: The University of Oregon's motto is Mens agitat molem, or Minds Move Mountains. What mountains do you want to move and how will you use your University of Oregon education to do so? You are encouraged to be personal and write about things that are important to you. The essay is an important part of the application. Please type, single or double space, and limit to one page. Application can be downloaded from the website. March 1  Charmaine Buehner, Admissions Chair, San Diego UO Alumni Association, &McKenzie LLP, 101 West Broadway, Suite 1200, San Diego, CA 92101 charmaine.h.buehner@bakernet.com , 619-236-1441 or visit online (click for more information) More Information   University of Portland - several scholarships available General, varies Varies Generally, scholarships are reserved for students with special qualifications, such as academic, athletic or artistic talent. Awards are also available for students who are interested in particular fields of study, who are members of underrepresented groups, who live in certain areas of the country or who demonstrate financial need. UP has several institutional scholarships that are awarded to students based on certain academic criteria. Students are notified of these scholarships by the Office of Admissions. These scholarships are available for four years of academic study and will be distributed evenly over eight semesters (fall and spring, excluding summer). Apply for institutional scholarships through the Supplemental Scholarship Application. The scholarship application season for the upcoming academic year opens in November. March 1  University of Portland, Financial Aid, Waldschmidt 120, MSC 166, 5000 N Willamette Blvd., Portland OR 97203, 503-943-7311 or 800-227-4568, fax: 503-943-7508, finaid@up.edu or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Valdosta State University - several scholarships available General, also Communication Arts, Music, Theatre, Music Education, English, Physics, Art, Chemistry, Nursing, Sociology, Management, German, Computer Science, Business Administration, Education, Athletics $1,000 to $2,500 or other; Renewable The VSU Admissions Office gives out academic scholarships to incoming freshmen each Fall Semester. Students that meet the minimum requirements for the scholarships will automatically be sent an application from the Admissions Office. In order to be considered for one of these scholarships, freshmen must have a grade point average of 3.1 academic classes only, SAT or ACT scores and extracurricular activities. The minimum SAT score to qualify is 1240 (combined Critical Reading & Math) or 28 ACT (Composite). We do combine your best scores from each test. Other scholarships will be available through the Financial Aid Office and various departments. This application will be available ONLINE ONLY again starting January 1. March 1  Admissions, Undergraduate, Valdosta State University, Valdosta, GA 31698-0170, 229-333-5791 (800) 618-1878, 229-333-5482 (Fax), or e-mail admissions@valdosta.edu Financial Aid, Valdosta State University, Valdosta, GA 31698-0167, Phone 229-333-5935, Fax 229-333-5430, or visit online (click for more information) More Information   Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) Chapter 909 Scholarship Fund general unspecified * Be a VVA member; a spouse, child, stepchild or grandchild of a VVA member; or a spouse, child, stepchild, or grandchild of an MIA, KIA or deceased Vietnam veteran. * Be registered to attend a post secondary institution (minimum half-time) * GPA 3.0 or higher * a complted application form, HS transcripts, a copy of SAT/ACT letter of acceptance from a college, a copy of form DD-214, a proof of financial need, two letters of reference, a personal statement March 1st  School Counselor OR VVA Chapter 909 Scholarship Program C/O Vietnam Veterans of America Southern Piedmont Chapter 909 P.O. Box 1724 Concord, Nc 28026-1724 (704) 782-4875   Wade Edwards Short Fiction Scholarship Contest General $1,000 - $5,000 Open to high school juniors for the most outstanding original short fiction. The award is intended to reward excellence i