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| Bank of America Financial Aid Sweepstakes Scholarship | General | $1000 | Must demonstrate Financial Need, have avalid social security number, complete a FAFSA Form,if a male-must be registered with the Selective Service, | August 2, 2005 | www.bankofamerica.com/studentsweeps
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| North Carolina D.A.R.E. Officers' Association
| General | Unspecified | Weighted GPA, SAT Score, Class Rank, 100 hours of volunteer service, essay and references | August 15th, 2005 |
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| Davidson College Bryan Scholarship | Athletic - Must attend Davidson College | $30,000 Renewable | Must be nominated by your school, superb academic ability as well as excellence in athletic performance and leadership. | Check with your Career Center for school specific deadlines in early September. | Director of Merit Programs, Ms. Gardner Roller Ligo, galigo@davidson.edu.
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| Raleigh Optimist "Who Am I?" Scholarship/Double Edge Foundation,Inc. | Religious: Personal expression through commercial. | 1st Place - $1500
2nd Place - $1000
3rd Place - $500 | Sixty (60) second commercial answering the question "Who am I?" Compositions may be written in any manner the applicant chooses that best represent their personal style. | Received by September 12, 2005 | Double Edge Foundation Inc.
919.451.4751 or 919.323.9004
doubleedge@hebrews412.com
www.hebrews412.com
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| Marco camstra Scholarship Award | Diagnosed ADD/LD or with a learning disability | $1000 | Demonstrated persistence in academics, involvement in school activities, community or church activities, shown sensitivity to the needs of others. | September 25, 2005 | Write to Learning Disabilities Assocoation of NC, 9650 Strickland Rd., Suite 103-224, Raleigh, NC 27615-1937
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| United Insurance Company of America & United Negro College Fund | General | 6-$5,000 | Son or daughter of a current United Insurance Company of America policyholder. Planning to attend a UNCF school. Meet UNCF scholarship eligibility guidelines, including; minimum GPA of 2.5, financial need, two letters of recommendation, and essay. | September 26 | Mr. Charles J. Evans, Scholarships & Grants Administration, UNCF, 8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr., Fairfax, VA 22031
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| Morehead-Cain Award Scholarship - U.N.C. Chapel Hill | General | 4 years tuition to attend U.N.C., Annual stipend for living expenses, Laptop Computer,... About 50 Awards available | High school nomination, superior academically, superior citizen, moral conduct and achievment, leader, physical vigor. | The deadline for students to submit their application to their high school counselor is Monday, September 17, 2007. | Students may self-nominate. Applications are all online.
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| Park Scholarship (NC State University) | General | Merit Based award, approximately $59,000.00, a stipend to purchase a personal computer and additional funding for adacemic enrichment activities, involving special trips, retreats, seminars and grant opportunities | Potential candidates should be in the top 5 to 10 percent of the senior class. Candidates are required to complete an online NCSU undergraduate admissions application through the WolfPAW system. Candidates must be of the highest caliber in these three areas (Scholarship, Leadership, and Service) OR be exceptional in at least one area and demonstrate great potential in the others. Candidates with little or no evidence of commitment in a particular area such as service, for example, generally are not competitive for Park Scholarships. | The deadline for students to submit their application to their high school counselor is Wednesday, September 19, 2007.The deadline for student endorsement is October 1, 2007 Selected candidates must have all required documents. | Park Scholarships, NC State University, Campus Box 7009, Raleigh, NC 27695-7009
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| BBB Education Foundation Scholarship | General | $1,000 up to $5,000 | | September 30th | Call the BBB Educational Foundation at (919) 571-0654 or www.bbbenc.org and download the "scholarship Application Package"
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| Wendy's High School Heisman Award Program | Male and female high school students who excel in academics, athletics and student leadership. | The first 36,000 students that complete an application will win a Wendy's Gift Card in amounts ranging from $5 to $50 (gift cards will be mailed out in November). | Eligibility for application is limited exclusively to men and women entering their senior year of high school in the 2007-2008 academic year who have a least a "B" grade average and participate in at least one of the 33 sports officially sanctioned by the National Federation of State High Schools. Apply on-line at www.wendysheisman.com. | Check your Career Center for school specific deadline. | 1-800-205-6367 or email wendys@act.org
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| Arts Recognition Talent Search (ARTS) | Visual and Performing Arts | $100 - $10,000 | Except for Music/Jazz applicants, all students must be citizens or permanent residents of the US. Applicants must APPLY ONLINE. Applications are $30 per discipline category until June 2nd. After June 2nd, fees are $40 per discipline category. | October | www.ARTSawards.org call 1-800-970-ARTS
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| Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology | Math, Science & Technology | $2,000 to $100,000 | Rising high school seniors are eligible to enter individual research projects in the competition, and all high school students (from 9th-12th) are eligible to enter projects as part of a 2 or 3 member team. This competition rewards students for developing and demonstrating their talent for scientific research and it focuses on the scientific merit of each student's research project. | October 1, 2007 | www.siemens-foundation.org or www.collegeboard.com/siemens
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| Appointment to a Military Academy | General with military obligation following college graduation | Most expenses for college education | US citizen, not married, between 17 and 22 years of age, academic excellence, physical aptitude and medical fitness, extracurricular involvement, SAT/ACT scores and recommendations. | Early October (Students are encouraged to begin the process in spring of Junior year) | Congressional Representative, or ROTC personnel
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| Danforth Scholarship-Washington University in St. Louis | General | Full & Partial tuition scholarships, renewable. | School-based committee nominations. All nominations should be submitted in the form of a letter of recommendation. Students should have outstanding academic performance,activities of exceptional commitment to community service,and high moral character. | See your Career Center for school specific deadlines in early October. | web site: http://admissions.wustl.edu
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| Live the Dream (Arts Recognition and Talent Search) | Arts Disciplines (dance, film, video, classical or jazz music, photography, theater, visual arts, voice and writing). | $100.00 - $10,000.00, all expenses paid weekend in in Miami, FL | Open to high school seniors and other 17 and 18 year old artists in the performing, literary and visual arts. | Registration dealine: October 2, 2006; Audition/Portfolio deadline: November 1, 2006 | Vivian Orndorff, Director of Programs, 800.970.2787, X239
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| Capital City Lawyers Association Annual Scholarships
Herman L. Taylor and Ralph L. Stevens Memorial Scholarships | Interest in Law. | (2)$1,000 to Third Year African-American law student in NC.
(2)$500 to high school senior. | Submit a one page essay addressing the social impact of their respective scholarship's name sake and a printed or typed application.
http://www.nccu.edu/law/ | Received by Friday, October 7, 2005. | Lee C. Lipscomb
919.835.1977
919.889.5696
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| Outstanding Students of America Scholarship | General | $1000 | GPA of 3.0 or above, community/school involvement, outstanding well-rounded student. | October 10, 2006 | Call 205-344-6322
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| FundingFactory Scholarship - Recycling Fundraising Program | General | 5 $1000 scholarships | Complete a virtual internship. A school code is needed to complete the application. | October 11, 2005 | school's recycling sponsor or 1-888-883-8237
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| Optimist Club of Raleigh | General | 1 - $5,000,
1 - $3,000,
1 - $2,000 | Must be a Wake County resident in your seniors yera of high school, answer each question on the application form and complete all requested attachments, have your application reviewed by your Guidance Counselor for accuracy and completeness. | Postmark deadline: October 11, 2007. | www.raleigh-optimist.org
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| United States Senate Youth Program
U.S. Senate
William Randolph Hearst Foundation | Government | $5,000 to two students from each state. | Application, Essay, and Exam. Student must hold leadership position at their school. | Received by: October 13, 2006.
See your school career center for more deadline information. | Judy U. McInnis at jmcinnis@dpi.state.nc.us.
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| Catawba College Presidential Scholarship | Must attend Catawba College | $5,000 to $8,000 | SAT sub-scores totaling 1050 or ACT score of 22, GPA of 3.0 | October 14, 2005 | Call 704-637-4402
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| Catawba College Trustee Scholarship | Must attend Catawba College | $3,000 to $7,000 | SAT sub-score totaling 1000 or ACT score of 21, GPA of 3.0 | October 14. 2005 | call 704-637-4402
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| Al Neuharth Free Spirit Scholarship | Journalism | Unspecified | Must be pursueing a career in Journalism, be actively involved in high school journalism and provide samples of your work, demonstrate qualities of a "free spirit" in your academic or personal life. | October 15 | www.freedomforum.org
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| Erskine College E.B. Kennedy Scholarship | Must attend Erskine College | $100,000+ | NOMINATION. Based solely on merit. E.B. Kennedy Scholars must excel in four areas: Christian commitment, scholastic achievement, vigorous outlook, and leadership potential. Academically, the student should have a 3.5 GPA or better and a minimum total SAT score of 1180(1650 new scoring) | October 15, 2007 | call 800-241-8721
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| Gardner-Webb University Fellows Scholarship | Must attend Gardner-Webb University | Unspecified--up to full tuition! | A cumulative GPA of 3.6 unweighted or higher and at least an 1130 on the SAT or a 24 composite score on the ACT. | Nominations MUST BE RECEIVED BY October 15 | Nathan Alexander at 1-800-253-6472 or e-mail at probbins@gardner-webb.edu
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| UNC Greensboro Carolina Film & Video Fesival Scholarship | Film or video | Unspecified | Must submit a film or video to UNCG | October 15 | UNC Greensboro at 336-334-4197 or e-mail carolinafest@excite.com
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| No-Addiction Essay | General | $500 | 300 word essay describing why you have chosen to stay away from drugs and alcohol and what you are personally doing to further prevention and awareness efforts within your school and community | October 16 | 1-800-NO-ADdiction or www.NO-ADdiction.org
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| National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship Program | Political Science, History, Government and Economics, Nursing, Medical and NSDAR Specific | Range from $250 - $3,000 | All applicants must be U.S. citizens and must plan to attend an accredited college or university in the United States. Applicants must obtain a letter of sponsorship from their local DAR chapters. Incorrect applications are discarded and no records are returned. | October 18 | DAR Scholarship Committee - Mary ann W. Middleton, National Chairman * E-mail: MAMDARGC@aol.com or call 309-676-6115
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| Rhodes College-Walter D Bellingrath and J.R. Hyde Scholarships | General | Each scholarship has a four-year value of over $100,000, covering the full cost of tuition, fees, and room and board at Rhodes. | School-based committee nomination. Must complete a nomination form. For students who exemplify high academic achievement, leadership, character, and personal achievement. Finalists had an average GPA of well over 3.8, ACT score greater than 30, average SAT of exceeding 1350, and held significant leadership positions in their school and/or community or attained outstanding achievement in the arts. | See your guidance counselor by October 18 to be considered for nomination. Nominations must be submitted by November 1 and students must submit their application for admission to Rhodes by January 15. | Office of Admissions Rhodes College 2000 North Parkway Memphis, TN 38112-1690 1-800-844-5969
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| Catawba College - First Family Scholarship | Must attend Catawba College | $14,000 to Full Tuition | GPA of 3.5 or higher, SAT (Math and Critical Reading combined) 1150 or higher, ACT of 25 or higher, 300-500 word essay, academic abilities and motivation. | October 19, 2007 | Call 704-637-4111
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| NC State Centennial Scholarship - College of Textiles | Textiles | $47,500.00 | Must be NOMINATED BY YOUR SCHOOL/Each school may nominate TWO students. Self nominations are accepted. Based on academic achievement, potential leadership qualities, extracurricular activities and unique life experiences. Student. Must complete the online Centennial Scholarship application by November 1, 2006. Must have applied to NCSU by December 1. See your Scholarship Coordinator if interested.
SELF NOMINATION REQUESTS are available upon request by email at kent_hester@ncsu.edu.
STUDENTS WHO ATTENDED THE S.T.E.P. PROGRAM DURING THE SUMMER OF 2006 ARE AUTOMATICALLY NOMINATED FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP! | October 19 to meet the sponsor deadline of November 1. See your school career center counselor for more information. | Email to kent_hester@ncsu.edu
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| NC Teaching Fellows Program | Teacher Education | 500 - $26,000 scholarships | Applicants are evaluated in a rigorous two-level process on the basis of academics, SAT scores, community service and extracurricular activities, a written essay, references from teachers and community members, and personal interviews. Special consideration is given to increasing the number of males and minorities pursuing teaching as a career. Financial need is not a criterion. | The following Teaching Fellows documents are due on Friday, October 19, at 1:00 PM: (1) Teaching Fellows Application (available online at www.teachingfellows.org by August 15, 2007), (2)3 Reference Forms and (3) Composite Form. Return ALL COMPLETED DOCUM | www.teachingfellows.org
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| Martin Luther King Jr. Task Force | General | $500.00 One time award | The Award honors youth who are growing toward understanding and sharing the message exmplified by the life and work of Martin Luther King Jr. The Student should place high value on helping others, promoting equality, has a sense of purpose for their lives. | Candidates should submit entries by October 20 | Applications are available by contacting the MLK task force at (919) 469-1567 or email at pdefy@bgroup.net
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| Horatio Alger Association | General | Unspecified | To qualify you must have at least a 2.0 GPA. Students who have demonstrated integrity, perseverance in overcoming adversity, strength of character, financial need, a good academic record, commitment to pursue a college education, and a desire to contribute to society. YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE! | October 30, 2006 | Apply online at www.horatioalger.org/scholarships. If unable to complete on-line application, please contact the Association at HoratioAlger@act.org.
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| Coca-Cola Scholarship | General | 50-$20,000 & 200-$10,000 scholarships awarded | Applicant must be a current high school senior attending school (or home-schooled)in the US; 3.0 GPA minimum, must be planning to pursue a degree at an accredited US post-secondary institution. | Apply on-line at www.coca-colascholars.org. Applications must be received before the midnight of October 31. | 1-800-306-2653 or contact your school Career Center.
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| NASSP Prudential Spirit of Community Awards (for students enrolled in grades 5 - 12) | Volunteer Service | $1,000, an engraved silver medallion and a trip to Washington, DC | Must be nominated by your school. Nominee must have demonstrated exemplary community service. | October 31, 2007 | Applications are available on line at www.prudential.com/spirit or www.principals.org/prudential. Instruction sheets can be found in your school Career Center.
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| Sun Trust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes | General | $1,000.00 for the first year | Apply online. Students may register beginning September 14th, 2007, with the first drawing on October 31, 2006. 15 chances to win. One winner chosen every 2 weeks from October - May 2007. A Scholarship check will be sent directly to the students college and the student will receive a $100.00 gift card. One entry per person for eaching drawing. No purchase or transaction necessary to enter or win. | Varies (October - May 2007) |
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| Boston University Trustee Scholarship | General-Must Attend Boston University | Full Undergraduate Tuition & Mandatory Fee,$32,000 (Renewable) | YOU MUST BE NOMINATED BY YOUR SCHOOL! Applicants are TYPICALLY in the top 5% of their class,GPA of 3.50 or higher SAT of 1400 or ACT of 32, have made positive contributions to their schools and communities, records of volunteer service, and have excelled both in and out of the classroom. | December 1 | For more information go to www.bu.edu/admissions/trustee/ or call 617-353-2320
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| Converse College - Milliken Scholarship | General | Unspecified | Academic excellence, excellence in leadership, Min. SAT of 1000 or ACT of 21 and a min. GPA of 3.0 | November 1, 2005 | School Career Center or AAron Meis at 1-800-766-1125 or e-mail to aaron.meis@converse.edu
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| Davidson College Romare Howard Bearden Art Scholarship | Studio Art | $10,000 | Exceptional promise as a studio artist - reflected in a submitted portfolio of artwork and strong academic ability (usually a solid "B" average or better). Preference given to an African-American student. | November 1, 2005 | Merit Scholarship Coordinator at 800.768.0380 or visit www.davidson.edu
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| Emory University Scholars Program | General | Range from two-thirds tuition to full tuition, room, board and fees. | Nominees must have outstanding records of academic achievement, possess extraordinary personal qualities, and must have made significant contributions to their class, their school, and their community. CSS Profile, FAFSA, and appropriate tax documentation must be submitted by appropriate deadlines. 750 word essay about yourself, focusing on one or two of your principal intellectual interests. If interested, please see your school counselor. | Nomination card and completed application by November 1 (postmarked). | Emory University 1-407-727-6036 or visit www.emory.edu/ADMISSIONS
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| NC State University Merit Scholarship, Caldwell Alumni Scholarship | General | Renewable 4 year scholarships ranging from $4,000 to $2,500 for in-state and $7,500 for out-of-state. The Caldwell carries a renewable stipend of $5000 (in state) and $9500 (out of state). | Average SAT of 1350, GPA of 3.85 unweighted, and class rank of top 2%. | November 1 both online and hard copy. | www.ncsu.edu/caldwellprograms or call 515-3151.
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| NC State University John T. Caldwell Alumni Scholarship | General | Valued at $20,000 over four years for NC residents. | MINIMUM SAT of 1350,UNWEIGHTED GPA of 3.85, Be in top 2% of class, have the ability and comittment necessary for lifelong learning, personal growth, stewardship, and servant leadership. | November 1 | www.ncsu.edu/caldwellprograms or www.fis.ncsu.edu/uga/ or call 515-3151
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| New York Unversity Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholars Program | Nomination | $10,000 to $20,000 | Demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, show significant involvement in school and community activities, and also exemplify the ideals of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. | November 1 | NYU Martin Luther King, Jr., Scholars Program at 212.998.4500 or www.nyu.edu/ugadmissions
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| Nursing-RN/AACN Scholarship | Nursing/Allied Health care. Masters or Doctoral Degree in Nursing. | $2,500 | Must already be enrolled at an AACN member institution. GPA of 3.25 | November 1 (also, various dates. Example -Jan. 1, March 1, etc. | CampusRN.com
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| Rhodes College Scholarships | Must attend Rhodes College | Full tuition, fees room & board (Renewable) | Must be nominated, have outstanding academic record, leadership, high personal achievement. In the past students have had well over a 3.8GPA and test scores exceeded ACT of 31 and 1400 on SAT> | Nominations November 1.....Applications due by January 15 | career Center or www.rhodes.edu
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| Ron Brown Scholarship Program | African-American current high school seniors | $10,000 renewable for 4 years | African-American high school senior,must excel aademically, show exceptional leadership potential and make an impact on their communities through service to others.leadership and financial need. | November 1, 2007 for early deadline; and Final deadline is January 9, 2008 | 434-964-1588 email franh@ronbrown.org
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| Target All-Around Scholarship | General | More than 2100 one-time awards: 4 at $10,000, and two smaller ones for each Target store. | High School senior, US citizen, 2.0 GPA, based on community involvement. Appraisal form completed by volunteer supervisor or leader. Essay on volunteer service. | November 1 | Target Stores or call (800) 537-4180 or online at http://target.com/target/hulk/TCOEAppl.Broch.pdf
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| UNC Chapel Hill - Thomas J. Wolfe Scholarship | Must attend UNC Chapel Hill - Prose, Poetry, Play writing | Full tuition (Renewable) | Must attend UNC Chapel, submit up to 50 pages in prose, 40 pages in poetry, or 60 in play writing, submit a 500- word essay entitled "Why I Write." | November 1,2005 | E-mail to tws@unc.edu if you have questions. Application is available at the website.
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| University of South Carolina-Columbia Academic Scholarships | General | $5,000 for NC scholars | SAT 1200+, 3.25 unweighted GPA, scholarship application plus admission. | November 1 | Office of Admissions (800) 868-5872
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| University of Virginia Jefferson Scholarships | General | Full tuition, room, board, books, and miscellaneous expenses. | Excellence in leadership, scholarship, and citizenship; meet requirements for admission to the university. Nomination by school required. | November 1 | visit online
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| Valparaiso University Academic Scholarships | Must attend Valparaiso University | from $6000 to full tuition | Some you must apply by 11/1, Founders Full-tuition-top 55 of class, 3.85 GPA, 34 ACT or 1510 SAT, apply by 1/15, Presidential-3.0 GPA a090 SAT or 24 ACT | Preliminary November 1 | Valparaiso University Office of Admission & Financial Aid,
1-888-GO-VALPO or undergrad.admissions@valpo.edu
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| Voice of Democracy Scholarship Program | General | $1,000 - $30,000 | Students in grades 9-12 compete by writing and recording a broadcast script on an annual patriotic theme. Record your original 3-5 minute (+ or -5 seconds) essay on a standard cassette tape or CD on this year's theme "Freedom's Challenge." Label your cassette or CD and neatly typed essay with your name and complete the entry form. Provide these three items to your school/group competition or your local VFW Post for judging. | November 1 | Commander Robert Hall at 919.772-1062 or www.vfw.org
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| Mars Hill College | General | $500 to Full tuition | 3.2 GPA, SAT 1000/ACT 22. | November | Mars Hill College Mars Hill, NC
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| UNC CHAPEL HILL, Thomas Wolfe Scholarship | Student Writers (Creative Writing Program) | Full Undergraduate Support | visit http://english.unc.edu/creative/tws for criteria and other infomration | November 2, 2007 | http://english.unc.edu/creative/tws
You may also email TWS@unc.edu
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| Boston University
College of Engineering Scholarship Examination | Engineering | Full tuition | Scholarships are awarded to at least ten of the top scorers nationwide whose high school records also demonstrate high academic achievement and who apply and are accepted for admission to, and enroll in, one of Boston University's degree-granting undergraduate Schools and Colleges. | November 5 | www.bu.edu/eng/scholexam
800 578-1223
Boston University College of Engineering 44 Cummington Street Boston, Massachusetts 02215
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| NC State University General Hugh Shelton National Student Leadership Scholarship | Strong leadership and must attend NC State University | $10,000 annual NC State Tuition and Fees | Applicants must have leadership experience and potential, demonstrate evidence of personal character and integrity, have orientation toward community and service, possess commitment to personal growth, have an understanding of and interest in the program/commitment to maximizing the program's opportunities, and academic eligibility. Recipient must ultimately be accepted for admission as a full-time, freshman undergraduate student to NC State University. | November 5 | Debbie Reno at 919.513.0150 or debbie_reno@ncsu.edu
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| UNC-CH Thomas Wolfe Scholarship | Artistic Merit. Must attend UNC-CHAPEL HILL. | Full four-year financial support. | Students who write poetry, fiction, plays, and literary non-fiction are eligible. Candidates will submit a five hundred word personal essay entitled "Why I Write", in addition to completing an application questionnaire. | November 5(Applications and manuscripts accepted) | http://english.unc.edu/creative/tws/ or by e-mail at tws@unc.edu.
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| Henry H. Reichold Scholarship Fund | General | $1500 - $6000 | Must be a child of a parent/ deceased parent or guardian who is a full time employee of Reichold or has retired from Reichold. | November 1 | Teresa Evans at reichold.com or 800-448-3482 ext. 7954 or
609-734-5316
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| Mars Hill Honor Scholars Program | General | Unspecified | Complete Honors Scholars Application
3.2GPA, 1050 SAT, 23 ACT
Essay
Recommendations | November 6 | Mars Hill College
Financial Aid Office
PO Box 370
Mars Hill, NC 28754
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| American Fire Sprinkler Association William C. Klutz | Essay required | $1,000 up to $13,000 | Must write an essay on a successful fire sprinkler activation in your town, area, or state including datails such as cause of fire, number of sprinklers activated,aactions of the firefighters, how local media reported the fire, etc. | November 10 | Tom Waller at 336-885-5007
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| Chapel of Four Chaplains Scholarship | Essay, art or project paper | $1,000.00 - $300.00 | 450 word essay, or artwork or a team project | Nov. 14 for the essay contest; Dec. 8 for the project; Dec. 5 for artwork | www.fourchaplains.org or call 215-218-1943
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| Appalachian State University Scholarships | General | Unspecified | | November 15 | Office of Admissions, 828-262-2120, www.admissions.appstate.edu
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| Davidson College - John Montgomery BELK Scholarship | General | $40,814 plus two summer stipends (up to $3,000 per stipend) | Requires high school nomination. High school can nominate one students. Candidates' records must demonstrate they have engaged life successfully and purposefully in the classroom, in student and civic organizations, and on the athletic field. Candidates will exhibit proven records of achievement throughout high school. Academic performance is paramont. Nominees must complete the admission application by December 1, 2007. | See your school guidance counselor and career center for specific nomination deadline information. | www.davidson.edu/admission or call 704-894-2044.
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| Hollins University-Nancy Thorp Poetry Contest | SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS ONLY!! | $25(SECOND PLACE) TO $200 (FIRST PLACE) | No more than 2 poems may be submitted, must be typewritten. | November 15 | English Dept. Chair at HS or Hollins University English and Creative Writing Dept. at 540-362-6317 or e-mail creative.writing@hollins.edu
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| John Montgomery Belk Scholarship at Davidson College | General | Full Scholarship, renewable | Nominated by your high school | November 15 | belkscholarship@davidson.edu or 704-894-2044
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| NC Police Corps Scholarship | Law Enforcement | Varies, up to $7500/year | Students must agree to work in a state or local law enforcement agency for at least four years and must pursue an undergraduate degree in a course of study that includes appropriate preparation for law enforcement service. | November 15 | Neil Woodcock or Pat Watson at 919/773-2823 or www.ncpolicecorps.org
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| NC State University Merit Awards and Special Scholarships | General | Range from $2,500 freshman year only up to $4,000 per year | 2 of 3 required 1) SAT 1300 or ACT 30 2) GPA 3.85 unweighted or 4.0 weighted 3) Ranked in top 5% of class. Admissions application required by November 15. | November 15 | Office of Merit Awards and Special Scholarships P.O. Box 7342 NC State University Raleigh, NC 27695-7342
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| Presbyterian College Quattlebaum Scholarship | General, must attend Presbyterian College | Full tuition, fees, room and board | Judges select candidates to compete for this scholarship. An interview is required. Two Quattlebaum scholarships will be awarded this year, and cadidates will be chosen from among the most academically gifted applicants. Historically, a minimum SAT V & M score of 1350 (or ACT composite score of 31), and a recalculated 3.85 GPA are required for consideration. Renewable with a required minimum GPA. | November 15, 2007 | Office of Admissions, Presbyterian College, Clinton, SC, 29325, or call 1-800-960-7583
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| TeenH.I.P. | General-Non Smokers | $10,000 | GPA at least 2.5, well-rounded students, leadership, extra-curricular & community activities, 200 word essay. | November 15 | www.buttoutnow.com
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| UNC-Asheville University Laurels Acedemic/Merit Scholarship | General | Varies | Three of the following: 3.5 GPA, SAT 1250+, ACT 28+, challenging senior curriculum, must also write an essay | November 15 | University Laurels, Enrollment Services, UNC Asheville, CPO #2240, Lipinsky Hall, One University Heights, Asheville, NC 28804-8510.
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| Washington University in St. Louis - Enterprise Rent-A-Car Scholarship | Must attend Washington University in St. Louis | Unspecified | Same criteria established for the Ervin Scholars Program will be used to select this student. Outstanding academic merit, leadership, community service. | Early Decision November 15. Regular Decision January 15 | Contact admissions@wustl.edu or call 800-638-0700
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| Mars Hill College | Religion | Additional Scholarships available | 3.2 GPA, SAT 1000/ACT 22. | November | Mars Hill College Mars Hill, NC
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| Art Institutes National Scholarship Competition | Must attend The Arts Institutes | Various awards/unspecified | High school seniors who show dedication to their education and a desire for a creative career compete for scholarships to be applied at The Art Institutes location of their choice. | Various, starting with December 2005 | www.artinstitutes.edu
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| Gardner-Webb University Presidential Scholarship | General Must attend Gardner-Webb University | Up to $36,000 for four years | 3.6 GPA, SAT 1070+, ACT 21+, top 20% of class. | December | Gardner-Webb College Boiling Springs, NC 28017 (800) 253-6472
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| University of Virginia Holland Minority Scholarships | General | $10,000 per year | African American, SAT 1000, 3.5 GPA, Top 15% of class. | December | Office of Admissions Charlottesville, VA 22906 (804) 982-3200
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| Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) | United States Air Force | Up to full tuition | GPA of 3.0, SAT score of 1100, class rank in the top 40% and leadership experience. | December 1 | www.afrotc.com or Capt. Clark at 919.515.1551 or lynelle_clark@ncsu.edu
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| Belmont University | General | Unspecified | To be considered a student must meet at least 4 of 6 criteria: 3.5 academic GPA (unweighted); 3.5 cumulative GPA (unweighted); 28 ACT or 1260 SAT or higher; top 10% of class rank; strong college preparatory curriculum; and significant individual achievement. | December 1 | Mary Byars, 615-460-6618 byarsm@mail.belmont.edu
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| Boston College Trustee Scholarship Competition | General | Full Tuition | GPA 3.5; Top 5%, SAT 1400; in a highly demanding college prep curriculum. | December 1, 2005 | See you counselor if you wish to be nominated.
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| Boston University Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Competition | General | Renewable Full-tuition award | Must attend Boston University. 3.5 GPA, class standing among the top 10 percent, SAT score of 1250 or higher and an ACT of 28 or higher. Leadership and community service achievements. | December 1 | Admissions Office, Boston University 121 Bay State Road
Boston, Massachusetts 02215
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| Council for Americas First Freedom Student Competition(Grades 9 - 12) | General | $3,000; $1,500 and $750 | Students examine the First Amendment and the history and relevance of religious freedom in America and the world today. Students will take part in a scenario and will write an essay that addresses the question: "Is the Constitutional Protection of Religious Freedom as Important Today as it was in the Past?" Work through their Social Studies or English teacher for sponsorship.
If not taking Social Studies and English classes this semester, students may request sponsorship from a former or upcoming Social Studies or English teacher. Read below for teacher-selection details. Two entries per class period to represent each class at the national level of competition;
Two entries from former students not enrolled in Social Studies and English classes this semester, who request teacher sponsorship; and
Two entries from upcoming students not enrolled in Social Studies and English classes this semester, who request teacher sponsorship.
| December 1, 2006, visit the website: http://competition.firstfreedomcenter.org/programs/studentcomp.html for more details, guidelines and registration. | Isabelle Kinnard, JD, Ph.D, Education Director, Council for America's First Freedom, 1301 E. Cary Street, Suite C, Richmond, VA 23219, Phone, 804.643.1786, Fax, 804.644.5024, email, competition@firstfreedom.org
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| DeSales University Theatre Talent Scholarship | Theatre - Dance - TV/Film | $500 to $5000 Renewable | Superior Talent, Above average academic standing | December. (Application for admission to DeSales).You must also submit your FAFSA by February 2. 2005. | Call 1-610-282-1100 X 1247 or www.desales.edu
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| Fuquay-Varina Technical College Scholarship | Technical School | $1,000 | high school academic performance, extra curricular activities, community contributions, etc. | December 1st | See Ms. Thomas, Room 101, for applications.
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| Fuquay-Varina Women's Club Sallie Southall Cotton Scholarship | General | $1000 | Recipients must exhibit good character, scholastic record, leadership, potential, and financial need. | December 1 | Available from Mrs. Smith in Student Services.
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| Randolph-Macon Woman's College Merit Scholarships | General, must attend Randolph-Macon Woman's College | $4,000 - $13,500 annually | Your completed application for admission automatically enters you for consideration. All merit scholarships are renewable annually based on committee review. | December 1, 2005 | Randolph-Macon Woman's College, 2500 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24503-1526, 434-947-8100, 800-745-7692, admissions@rmwc.edu or www.rmwc.edu
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| Randolph-Macon Woman's College Presidential Scholars Program | General, must attend Randolph-Macon Woman's College. | $ | Presidential Scholars are selected on the basis of the following criteria: Academics, Leadership, Accomplishments, and Interview. Most scholarship recipients will have combined SAT scores of 1420 or above and be in the top 25% of their class. | December 1, 2005 | Randolph-Macon College at 800.745.7692
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| Roberston Scholars Program (Julian and Josie Roberston) | Must attend Duke or UNC Chapel Hill | Full Scholarhip to include a variety of educational opportunities such as summer enrichment, laptop computer, first year retreat, speakers, personal effectiveness training, opportunities to take classes on both college campuses | Demonstrated leadership ability and potential for growth, superior academic achievement and intellectual curiousity, behavior grounded in ethical principles, commitment to helping others and to community service, courage and a collaborative spirit. Supplemental materials should be submitted to the Roberston Scholars Program (not Duke or UNC Chapel Hill) | The priority deadline for submitting the supplemental material is December 1, 2006. | Supplemental materials should be mailed to: Roberston Scholars Program, Supplemental Materials, 023 Graham Memorial, Campus Box 1301, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-1301, Telephone: 919.843.5494, email: info@roberstonscholars.org
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| SAE Engineering Scholarship Program | Engineering | $1,000-$10,000 undesignated scholarships, paid directly to colleges or universities. In addition, university sponsored scholarship awards from $400 to full tuition, paid to 64 specific schools with engineering programs. | Applicant must be a high school senior at the date of application (Sept. 1 - Dec. 1), intend to earn a degree in engineering or a related science (math, chemistry, physics, biology, technologies, computer science), be a citizen of the US at the time of application (permanent resident not applicable), meet minimum requirements with regard to grade point average, SAT I Reasoning Test and/or ACT scores as outlined in the individual requirements of each scholarship. | December 1, 2007 | 724-776-4970 or CustomerService@sae.org
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| Soroptimist International - Violet Richardson Award | General | $500 to $1000 | For young women ages 14 - 17. Volunteer Service, leadership. | Soroptimist International of Raleigh must be received by December 1, 2007. | Please see your School Career Center representative immediately if you wish to apply. Soroptimist International must receive by December 1st.
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| UNC Pembroke Chancellor's Scholarship | General | $4,000 annually and renewable | Academic success, SAT scores, leadership potential, school and community involvement. | December 1 is priority and March 1 final | UNC Pembroke (800) 949-UNCP or www.uncp.edu
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| University of Alabama | General | Unspecified | Complete scholarship portion of the application online. http://scholarship.ua.edu/2008 | December 1 | Admission Office
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| University of South Carolina-Columbia McNair Scholars and Alumni Scholars | General | $2,000 to $48,000 Renewable | Academic excellence, min. SAT of 1300 or ACT of 29. Separate application to South Carolina Honors College necessary. | December 1, 2005 | Heather Lee Wheeler, Assistant Director - University of South Carolina at 1-800-868-5872 or 1-800-777-7700
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| University of South Carolina-Columbia University Scholars | General | $1,500+ reduced tuition | SAT 1200+, 3.0 GPA, all admissions application considered. | December 1 | Office of Admissions (800) 868-5872
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| Wake Forest Honor Scholarships | General | Varies from $8,000 to $2,600 annually | Based on academic record and involvement. | December 1 - January 15 based on indivdual award | Wake Forest University (336)758-5176
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| Wake Forest University Carswell Scholarship | General | Merit based, tuition, room and board, personal expenses and summer grants | Top 1.5 percent of class, SAT 1450 or above (math and verbal) Outstanding qualities of academic promise, leadership, and talent. | December 1. A completed admissions application must be on file at the time of application. | Office of Merit Based Scholarships,P. O. Box 7305, Winston-Salem, NC 27109-7305
(336) 758-4209
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| Wake Forest University Graylyn Scholarship | General | Full tuition, renewable (merit based) | Top 1-3 percent of class, SAT 1400+, extracurricular achievements beyond the local level. | December 1 | Office of Financial Aid Box 7246 Reynolda Station Winston-Salem, NC 27109 (910) 758-5176
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| Wake Forest University Presidential Scholarships for Distinguisehd Achievement | Talent-Based | $11,200 annual, renewable scholarship | Students who present solid academic credentials and who evidence extraordinary talent in the music, art, drama, leadership, debate, dance, writing, entrepreneurial activity, and community service. There are individual criteria for each area of ability covered in this scholarship award. | December 1 | Office of Merit Based Scholarsips, P. O. Box 7305, Winston-Salem, NC 27109-7305
(336) 758-4209
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| Winston-Salem State Chancellor's Scholarship | General at Winston-Salem State University | $4,500 | SAT 1000, GPA 3.5. | December 1 | Office of Admissions 601 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive Winston-Salem, NC 27110 (910) 750-2070
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| Appalachian State University Merit Scholarships | MUST ATTEND Appalachian State. Chancellor's Scholarships, Academic Scholarships, College of Fine and Applied Arts Scholarships, John A. Walker College of Business Scholarships, College Scholars/College of Arts and Sciences, Reich College of Education Scho | Varies | Major scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate the ability to complete highly competitive college-level work. In the past, recipient's have had an SAT average of 1240 and cumulative GPA of 4.2, on a weighted scale. | December 2, 2005 | call 1-828-262-2190
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| Augsbury/North Country Scholarship | General | $10,000 | First year students only; 3.0 GPA | December 2, 2005 |
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| Fuquay-Varina Women's Club Technical Scholarship | Technical School | $250 | Student must be planning to attend a technical school. | December 1 | Applications are available from Mrs. Smith in Student Services.
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| NASSP and Herff Jones Principal's Leadership Award | General | $1000 | Must be nominated - only 1 per school! Leadership, top 20% of class. | December 2, 2005 | Wanda Carroll, Program Manager,
1-800-253-7746, ext. 252 or e-mail to carrollw@principals.org
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| Toyota Community Scholars Program | General | Renewable:
$10,000 or $20,000 payable over four years | An outstanding academic record, an effective leader, and has a well-documented record of service both whithin and outside the school setting. The distinguishing characteristic will be the overall impact of the student's contribution(s) in the area of community service. The nominee must have initiated or be actively involved in a service program addressing a school or community need. SCHOOLS CAN ONLY NOMINATE ONE STUDENT TO COMPETE FOR THIS AWARD. | Application must be postmarked by December 4, 2008. Check with your Career Center for school specific application deadlines. | www.toyota.com/communityscholars
or call 1-609-771-7878 / Educational Testing Service
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| Appalachian State University
W. H. Plemmons Leadership Fellows Program | Leadership, must attend Appalachian State University | $1,500 renewable for 4 yrs. | GPA of at least 3.0 or a combined score of 1500 on the new SAT, and previous leadership experience in a high school, civic or community club or organization. | December 4, 2006 | Appalachian State University Center for Student Involvement & Leadership (828)262-6252
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| UNC-Asheville Undergraduate Scholars Program | General | Varies | Acceptance to UNC-Asheville, overall record, essay, activities | December 4 | Office of Admissions (800) 531-9842
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| Appalachian State University Seby Jones Scholarship | General, must attend Appalachian State University | $2,000-Renewable-must maintain a 2.5 GPA during Freshman year and a 3.0 in future years. | Must be interested in attending Appalachian; ALL STUDENTS WHO FILL OUT THE REGULAR SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED; committee looks at academic qualifications as well as extracurricular activities; an interview is required; essay. | December 5 | Deanne Smith or Wendi Vandenberg at Appalachian's Office of Admissions at 828.262.2120
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| Collegiate Fellows Scholarship at Mercer University | General | $9,000 to $22,000 | Must attend Mercer University, must have a minimum FI of 3200 | December 5 | Mercer University, 1400 Coleman Ave. Macon Ga 31207-0001 (800)840-8577
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| Presbyterian College Dorothy C. Fuqua Music Scholarship Competiton | Music, must attend Presbyterian College | 2 Artist Awards of approximately $18,500- renewable;
Several Performer Awards between $2,000 and $10,000 renewable | Senior in high school planning to major in music | Application (including audiotape) due by December 5, 2005;
| The Dorothy C. Fuqua Music Scholarship Competition, The Department of Music, Presbyterian College, Clinton, SC 29325 or email: Music@presby.edu or call 1-800-960-7583
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| Presbyterian College Southeastern or Dillard Elliott Scholarship | General, must attend Presbyterian College | $28,000 - $7,000 per year | A minimum SAT combined score of 1100 or ACT composite score of 24, and a RECALCULATED 3.0 GPA or higher. | December 5, 2005(Must submit completed application for admission for scholarship) | Office of Admissions, Presbyterian College, Clinton, SC, 29325 or call 1-800-960-7583
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| AFS Awards for Excellence Scholarship Program | Must be nominated by a teacher, guidance counselor or principal while attending a US high school. | AFS year programs in Asia, Europe, Eastern Europe, Latin American, and Africa or from $500-$3500 towards any AFS program. | Exemplify academic excellence (3.5 GPA or better), leadership and community involvement. | Contact your School Career Center if you would like to be nominated by November 18, 2006. Nominations must be faxed, postmarked or submitted online by December 6, 2005. | School Career Center or www.awardsforexcellence.com
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| Junior Woman's Club of Raleigh-Sallie Southall Cotton Scholarship | Open to seniors from Millbrook, Leesville, and Sanderson High Schools | $2,500 (local), $700 (district) and $22,000 (state) | Applicant must be in upper fourth of his or her class and must attend a college or university in the state of North Carolina. | December | Kristi Hagerman, 3300 Woman's Club Drive, Raleigh, NC 27612 919.624.9322
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| AXA Achievement Scholarship in association with US News & World Report | General | (52) $10,000 (one from each state), and $15,000 in additional scholarships to 10 national recipients | US citizen; current high school senior planning to enroll full-time in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the US by fall; demonstrate ambition and self-drive as evidenced by outstanding achievement in a job, sport orextracurricular activity. | December 15
See your school career center for more deadline information. | axaachievement-achievement.com
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| Cary Woman's Club Scholarship | General- Male or Female candidate | $1500.00
and will qualify for the District and State Sallie Southall Cotten Scholarship competition. Applicant must be in the upper fourth of class, he/she must attend a four year college or university in North Carolina. Applicant must be a resident of Cary/Apex. | Must demonstrate superior scholarship and financial need. | December 15, 2005 | Dorothy Schmelzeis, Cary Woman's Club Education Department
854-5745
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| Kenyon Academic Scholarship Programs | Honor Scholars, Science Scholars, African-American Scholars, Asian-American Scholars, Latino/Hispanic-American Scholars | Range from $1,000 to $10,000 | Honor/Science: Students who have demonstrated excellence in academic achievement in secondary school, as well as spirited involvement in school or community activities, and who show promise for distinguished intellectual accomplishment and leadership in the future.
African-American/Asian-American/Latino/Hispanic-American: Students who are exceptionally bright, intellectually curious, and talented. Present excellent records of academic achievement in secondary school, involvement in school and community activities, and promise for distinguished accomplishment in the future. | December 15 | Office of Admissions, Kenyon College (FAX) 740.427.5770
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| Martin Luther King Jr. Scholars Program / Ithaca College
opened to academically exceptional ALANA (African American, Latino, Asian, and native American) students | General, must attend Ithaca |
