| Source |
Discipline |
Award |
Requirements |
Deadline |
Contact |
| Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship (NC Child Support Council Scholarship) |
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$1,000 |
Parent must be a member of the North Carolina Child Support Council or a client of the Child Support Program (either through IVD services or AOC Clerk of Court services), applicant must be a resident of North Carolina, college or university acceptance, maintained an overall C average during high school career. |
April 16, 2010 |
NC Child Support
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| RMHC/African American Future Achievers Scholarship Program |
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Minimum of $1,000 |
High school seniors who have at least one parent of African American or Black Caribbean heritage and are eligible to attend a two- or four-year college with a full course of study may apply. Must be U.S. citizen, less than 21 years of age and eside withing the geographic boundaries of a participating chapter that offers a scholarship under the Future Achievers Scholarship Program. Application must be accompanied by an official high school transcript, personal statement, letter of recommendation, and a current (2007 or 2008) copy of the IRS Form 1040 filed by student's parent(s). |
February 16, 2009 |
RMHC/Future Achievers Scholarship Program, Scholarship Program Administrators, P.O. Box 22376, Nashville, TN 37202
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| Culinary Institute of America |
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1st Place-$10,000 Scholarship, 2nd Place-$7,500 Scholarship, 3rd Place-$5,000 Scholarship, and (3) $3,000 Honorable Mention Scholarships |
The CIA wants you to come up with an exciting, original recipe for your leftover Thanksgiving turkey. To qualify, you must: graduate from high school by June 30, 2009; submit all entries by November 7, 2008-Option 1: A written recipe, 300-word personal statement discussing your creation, three photos of your finished product, and contest entry form. Option 2: People's Choice Award-All materials included in Option 1, plus a 3-to5-minute DVD segment in which you talk about your creation and demonstrate its preparation. DVDs must be submitted in wmv, avi, mov or mpg format; be no larger than 100MB; and not have a menu format.; enroll at the CIA no later than December 2009. |
Nov. 7, 2008 |
www.ciachef.edu or 1-800-285-4627 or admissions@culinary.edu
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| Apex Community Auxiliary Scholarship |
3 - General and 1 - medical (4 different scholarships) |
4-$1000 (Renewable for up to 4 yrs.) |
Must be an Apex resident,minimum GPA of 2.0. The medical scholarship-you must be planning to pursue a degree in the medical field-doctor, nurse, paramedic, or x-ray technician. The other scholarships will be awarded to an applicant open to all fields of study. |
April 3, 2010 |
School career center.
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| 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).
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| World Studio Foundation Scholarships |
Advertising, Architecture, Environmental Graphics, Industrial/product design, Filmmaking, Fine Arts, Furniture, Graphic, Interior, Surface/textile Design, Illustration, Landscape Architecture, Animation/Cartooning, Crafts, Photography, Urban planning |
$2,000 - $5,000 |
Open to minority and economically disadvantaged students who show exceptional promise in one of the listed fields, have an interest in using their profession to give back to society, and are prepared to examine issues of cultural identity in submitted work. Must be US citizens or be in possession of a Green Card. Selections are based on academic achievement, recommendations, references and financial need. Application will be available on website in October. |
April |
WorldStudio AGIA Scholarships, 164 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10010, telephone (212) 807-1990. Also visit online (click more information).
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| The Call Me Mister Program in collaboration between Clemson University and four historically black colleges in South Carolina: Benedict College, Claflin University, Morris College and South Carolina State University. |
African American males interested in teaching. |
Tuition for admitted students pursuing approved programs of study at participating colleges. |
African American males interested in teaching. |
Individual college admission dates. |
1-800-640-2657, Call Me Mister, 203 Holtzendorff, Clemson University, Clemson, SC 29634.
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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, 2008 for early deadline; and Final deadline is January 9, 2009 |
Vanessa M. Evans, www.ronbrown.org, phone: 434-964-1588
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| Monsanto - Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship Program |
Agricultural Study |
$1,500 |
Applicant must plan on pursuing a career in any field related to agriculture; have family actively engaged in production agriculture; an average to above average academic record; minimum composite ACT score of 18 or a combined verbal and math SAT score of at least 850; and plan to enroll in an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school in the fall of the next academic year. |
Applications are available online after December 1, 2007. All applications must be submitted online no later than February 15, 2008 and an application signature form must be submitted by US Mail postmarked no later than February 15, 2008. |
www.monsanto.com or www.ffa.org
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| NC State University Dale and Genia Bone Scholars
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Agriculture and Life Sciences at NCSU
Scholarship Program for Immigrant Farm Workers and their Dependants |
Up to $5,000 per year, educational support, specialized academic and career mentoring |
Must be officially accepted to NCSU |
not available |
Assistant Dean for Diversity and Professor of Agricultural and Extension Ed. College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
919-513-0489
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| 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).
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| Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) |
Any |
Unspecified |
Must be African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific American or Hispanic Americans; citizens/permanent residents of the the U. S.; attained a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.30 on a 4.0 scale; enter an accredited college or university as full-time;have significant financial need as defined by the Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria; have completed and submitted all l three forms (Nominee Personal Information Form, Nominator Form, and Recommender Form) by deadline, must have demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities. |
Nomination materials must be submitted online before Monday, January 12, 2009 11:59pm EST or postmarked on or before January 12, 2009. |
http://www.gmsp.org or
e-mail to gmsinfo@hsf.net or 1-877-690-4677
Gates Millennium Scholars, P. O. Box 1434, Alexandria, VA 22313.
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| Exceptional Children's Assistance Center - Matthew C. Graziadei Achievement Award |
Any post high school learning experience or training. May also be used for any equipment or technology needed for employment. |
$1,000 |
Open to students with special needs who are completing their last year of high school who show evidence of dedication, perseverance, motivation and excellence in all endeavors. |
March-specific date TBA |
Telephone (800) 962-6817, or visit website -- it will be updated in January or February (click more information)
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| 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)
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| Meredith College Talent Scholarships |
Art, Music or Interior Design |
Varies, and are eligible for renewal |
Talent, strength of interview and essay. Specific requirements vary by department and are indicated on the application |
Jan 15 |
1-800-MEREDITH
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| Sanderson Athletic Club - Bob Catapano Scholarships |
Athletic |
$500 |
Canidates will be selected by the Scholarship Committee. |
April 13 |
Mr. Bob Catapano, Athletic Director
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| Davidson College - Lowell Bryan Scholarship |
Athletic - Must attend Davidson College |
$30,000 to one female and one male scholar-athlete |
Requires high school nomination. Candidates are chosen on the basis of academic and personal excellence, strong promise of significant impact in their classes and in their lives on campus, potential for success in Davidson's NCAA Division 1 athletic program. |
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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| National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Scholarships |
Athletics |
Varies |
For Division I and II schools, athletic scholarships are awarded directly by each academic institution. For Division III schools, only academic scholarships are offered |
Varies |
Contact your college Athletic Department for information or visit the website (click more information).
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| 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).
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| Apex High School Band Boosters Scholarship |
Band |
1-$500, 3-$250,All are non-renewable |
Senior at Apex High School, GPA of 3.0 or higher,must be a member of Marching Band, Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, or Jazz Band at least 3 of 4 high school years. Leadership in school, band programs and the community. |
April |
School Career Center
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| BIOCOM (in association with The San Diego Foundation) |
Biology, Chemistry, Biosciences or Biomedical Engineering |
$1,500; renewable |
Aimed at students who have goals of working in the biomedical, biotech, and bioscience fields and do not intend to practice medicine. Criteria: Academic achievement, minimum 3.5 High School GPA, commitment to serving the San Diego life sciences community. |
Unavailable |
Tina Braun, (858) 455-0300 ext. 106, tbraun@biocom.com or visit online (click for more information)
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| Capital Area Bowling Scholarship Program, Capital Area USBC Association & Private Donations |
Bowling |
Unspecified |
Applicant must be a graduating senior in high school and a member of the Capital Area USBC Association in good standing for the current season and currently active in a youth league or whose parent(s), legal guardian(s) or grandparent(s) are members of the Capital Area USBC Assoc. in good standing; overall grade point average must be at least 2.5 or higher; must have an amateur standing in all athletics. |
Postmark by April 6, 2010 |
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| 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)
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| McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarhsip |
Business Related |
$40,000 ($10,000 per year for 4 years) |
Be a graduating senior of a US high school or home-school program, attend a four-year college or university within the 50 United States, own and operate a business for at least 1 year (non-profits are ok), have at least one paid employee, have sales revenue (unless non-profit), submit a completed online application, fill out a FAFSA form to apply for all other financial aid, agree to participate in a telephone interview if selected as a finalist. Winners must attend the summer e-Venture program (2008 in St. Louis, MO). |
January 25, 2009 |
1-877-625-3583 or info@mckelveyfoundation.org
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| Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Foundation Scholarship |
Business, Engineering, Math, Medicine/health administration, Natural/physical sciences, Technology and Education |
$2,500; renewable |
Administered for the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Foundation, this scholarship is made available to American Indian high school seniors every year, who reside in states serviced by the Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Pacific Corporation and its affiliated companies: AZ, CA, CO, KS, MN, MT, NM, ND, OK, OR, SD, and WA. Applicants who are not selected as recipients will be given consideration in the A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship program, if all criteria is met. Must be a member of an American Indian tribe or otherwise considered to be an American Indian by the tribe with which affiliation is claimed; or is at least 1/4 American Indian blood; or is at least 1/4 Alaskan Native; or considered to be an Alaskan Native by an Alaskan Native group to which affiliation is claimed. |
April 15 |
American Indian Science & Engineering Society (AISES), P.O. Box 9828, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87119-9828, Tina Pino, AISES Program Officer, Phone: 505-765-1052 x105, E-mail: tina@aises.org or visit online (click for more information).
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| American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) - Minority Scholarship Awards for Incoming College Freshmen |
Chemical Engineering |
$1,000 |
Must be a minority high school senior or college freshman intending to major in Chemical Engineering, GPA greater than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, be a well rounded individual with significant extracurricular activities. Updated applications and information will be available online in January. Some local chapters of the AIChE might have scholarships available also. Look for "local sections and committees" tab on home page of website. |
May 15 |
AIChE Awards Administrator, 3 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016-5901; telephone 800-242-4363 or 646-495-1333 or email awards@aiche.org or visit online (Click for more information)
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| 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.
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| 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).
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| 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)
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| Meredith College Paschal Scholars Program |
Computer Science, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry of Pre-Engineering |
Varies with the option of yearly renewal for up to four years or as appropriate |
Academic potential and financial need |
Jan 15 |
1-800-MEREDITH
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| 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)
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| Johnson & Wales University (JWU) - National High School Chef of the Year (various other scholarship are also available) |
Culinary Arts |
$1,000 up to full four-year scholar-ship |
Open to all high school juniors and seniors in the United States (including the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico). This year's theme will be made available on the website in October. Contestants must create an entree or dessert using an original recipe which incorporates the theme. |
March |
AJohnson & Wales National High School Chef of the Year Contest, Admissions Office, Johnson & Wales University, 1701 NE 127th St., North Miami FL 33181. Or contact the JWU in Charlotte at 801 West Trade Street, Charlotte, NC 28202 or email NatlHSChefoftheYearContest@jwu.edu or visit online (click for more information)
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| James Beard Foundation Scholarship |
Culinary Arts and Wine Studies |
Vary |
Must have strong aptitude for/ commitment to culinary arts, financial need, acceptance to culinary school, strong work experience and extracurriculars. Submit 2 references, tax return. Specific criteria vary for different scholarships. Scholarship information and applications will be available online after April 1. |
mid-May |
Diane Harris Brown, Educational and Community Programming, The James Beard Foundation, 6 W. 118th St., 10th Floor, New York NY 10011, telephone (212) 627-1128 or email scholarships@jamesbeard.org. Or visit website (click on more information)..
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| 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).
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| 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)
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| 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.
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| California Teachers Association (CTA)/Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Scholarship |
Education |
$1,000 to $2,000; not renewable |
Awards for ethnic minority members of the California Teachers Association, their dependent children, and ethnic minority members of Student California Teachers Association who want to pursue degrees or credentials in public education. Minimum 3.5 GPA. Ethnicity/Heritage American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian/Pacific Islander, African-American/Black, Hispanic. Residency California. Financial need analysis required. Applications are available online in January and are due in March. This scholarship is funded through voluntary donations and is partially based on financial need. Other scholarships also available to Student CTA members. See website. |
March |
Scholarship Coordinator, California Teachers Association (CTA), PO Box 921, Burlingame, CA 94011-0921
Telephone (650) 552-5468, Fax (650) 552-5001, E-mail scholarships@cta.org or visit online (click for more information)
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| NC State University College of Education Scholarships (College of Education) |
Education |
Varies |
Varies |
February 2, 2009 |
A copy of the scholarships for the College of Education is in the Career Center in Student Services. To download a copy of the application, visit http://ced.ncsu.edu/student_services/scholarship_info.php. You may also call 515-3325.
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| Wake NCAE-North Carolina Association of Educators |
Education |
One-$1,000 Scholarship for student planning to enter the field of public education |
Parent MUST be a member of Wake NCAE. Qualifications include academic standing, school and community activities, special recognition, and professional involevement in Future Teachers of America and/or the Teacher Cadets or related work experience. |
April 16, 2010 |
Zora Felton, zorancsu
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| 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
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| Alpha Delta Kappa-Beta Omicron Chapter-Hammond Scholarship |
Education |
$1,000 |
Must be a graduating senior from Wake County, a one to two page typed, double-spaced biographical essay that includes information about you and your family. Include school, church, and civic activities and your future plans involving education. Three letters of recommendation from teachers who have taught you in your junior or senior year and an official transcript from your high school. |
Completed application, official transcript and letters of recommendation are to be postmarked by 3/2/09. |
Karen Kromenacker, 104 Silvercliff Trail, Cary, NC 27513.
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| Broughton Faculty Alumni Association |
Education |
$1,000 |
High academics, a desire for a career in education, and demonstration of financial need. |
See Counselor |
School Counselor
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| 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)
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| North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) Scholarships |
Education |
Varies |
Varies. Several scholarship programs are available in North Carolina to assist those who wish to enter the teaching field. Listed on the website is some information with a brief description and links to the appropriate content and contacts. Information on eligibility, requirements and how to apply can be found by following the link for each program. If after viewing this information you have questions, please contact the agency responsible for administering the particular scholarship(s) in which you are interested. |
Varies |
Visit online (click more information) or telephone (919) 807-3300
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| NCAE John Wilson Scholarship |
Education Major |
$ 1,000 scholarship to one Wake County High School senior who plans to enter the field of education as a public school teacher. |
Must be the child of Wake NCAE members and are graduating in the Spring of 2008. Qualifications include academic standing, school and community activities, special recognition, and professional involvement in Future Teachers of America and/or the Teacher Cadets or related work experience. Forms are located on the wakencaw.org website under the Membership Benefits heading. All applications materials are due to Wake NCAE office no later than 6:00pm on March 28, 2008. |
March 28, 2008 |
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| Delta Kappa Gamma, Alpha Omicron Chapter Grant-in-Aid |
Education, Female |
$800 per year. |
Female, Education Major, Essay Questions, resume, transcript,SAT scores.
Two nominees per high school |
Individual School Deadline.
Chapter deadline is March 28, 2008. |
Barbara Vandenbergh
bdvanden@ncsu.edu
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| 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).
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| Raleigh Engineer's Club Scholarship |
Engineering |
One semester of in state tuition at NC State. |
Graduating Senior from a Wake County Public High School, Accepted into the NC State School of Engineering, completed Scholarship Questionnaire and one letter of reference from a faculty member from the high school. |
Postmarked by May 1, 2009. |
Raleigh Engineer's Club, Michael Anthony, REC Scholarship Chairman, 546-5690, mike.anthony@pgnmail.com
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| Marvin Arnold and Jaquetta Heye Scholarship |
Engineering |
Unavailable |
The purpose of the Marvin Arnold and Irene Jaquetta Heye Scholarship is to provide financial assistance to graduating high school seniors planning to attend California Polytechnic State University or current students who are attending California Polytechnic State University. The Marvin Arnold and Jaquetta Heye Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors planning to attend California Polytechnic State University or current students who are attending California Polytechnic State University, who have declared a major in engineering, have a minimum 3.33 GPA on a 4.0 scale, have financial need, are actively involved in extra-curricular activities, community service, or work experience.
Preference will be given to students with a high financial need, former military personnel, and dependents of active military personnel. |
March |
The San Diego Foundation Attn: Marvin Arnold and Irene Jaquetta Heye Scholarship, 2508 Historic Decatur Road, Suite 200 San Diego, CA 92106, or visit online (click for more information).
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| The Straightforward Media Engineering Scholarships |
Engineering (all) |
$500 |
We offer four different $500 scholarships a year exclusively to students attending or planning to enroll in a postsecondary engineering program in the United States or abroad. Established in 2005, StraightForward Media's $500 Engineering Scholarships are offered four times per year to help the professionals of tomorrow complete their schooling. Within a few weeks of the deadline date, we'll choose a recipient and email you information about the winner. |
varies; available 4 times a year |
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| 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)
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| ASHRAE Triangle Chapter, (American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Inc) |
Engineering or Architecture with interest in HVAC |
$1,000 |
This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a High School Senior in the Greater Raleigh area that is planning to study Engineering or Architecture and has an interest in the HVAC field. |
May 15 |
Ken Tursam 919-363-6220
ktursam@chapman-jhj.com
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| Wake Technical Community College |
Engineering Technology Scholarships |
$250 to $1,500 |
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Wake Tech Financial Aid Office,Santrell Caison (919)662-3354, or School Counselor
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| 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).
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| NC A & T State University - College of Engineering and the Division of Research and Economic Develepmont Essay Competition |
Enginieering |
First Place: $500 (school receives additional $250), Second Place: $250 (school receives additional $125), Third Place: $100 (school receives an additional $50). |
Must be a citizen of the US, must be a registered high school or community college student for the spring semester 2008. Write an essay of 1,400 words or less, on the following topic: How can engineering colleges partner with high schools to give students a better understanding of engineering and engineering research? |
February 15, 2008 |
ber2020@ncat.edu. You will find more information in your school career center.
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| The North Carolina Society of Surveyors Education Foundation |
Enrolling in a Bachelor of Science in Surveying, Bachelor of Science in Geomatics, Associate of Applied Science in Surveying Technology or similar degree at a college or university. |
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Applicants must have been a legal resident of North Carolina for the previous 12 months, must demonstrate a
genuine interest in Land Surveying in the State of North Carolina as a profession, must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or better, and must meet the scholarship rules. The application deadline is March 15. Visit www.ncsseducationfoundation.com for more information.
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March 15, 2008 |
www.ncsseducationfoundation.com
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| 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).
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| 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)
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| Triangle East 100 Black Men of America Scholarship |
Essay
Leadership |
$1,000 to $3,000 |
Minimum GPA 2.5
Leadership
Essay minimum of 600 words.
Letter of Recommendation |
Postmarked no later than February 28, 2008. |
School Counseling Office
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| Delta Kappa Gamma International Scholarship - Gamma Eta Chapter, Eta State (Phebe Harlan Emmons Grant-in-Aid) |
Female Students planning to major in Education. |
$1,000 |
ONE NOMINEE from each Wake County High School. Academic achievement, character, extracurricular activities, commitment to further education, demonstrated commitment to the service of others. Transcript, application form, resume, essay "Why do I want to be an educator?", letters of recommendation (2) |
Check with your school counselor for the date in March. The one nominee from each school must be received by March 12th. |
Philomena Karol
3720 Evander Way
Raleigh, NC 27613
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| Alpha Delta Kappa-Eunice Riggins Scholarship |
Female-General |
$2000 (non-renewable) |
Application submitted to college of choice, top 10% of class, Minimum SAT of 1344(includes all three parts) or ACT of 20, good character, extra-curricular ativities. Must be a graduating senior from Wake County, financial aid not the primary consideration. |
February 2, 2009 |
Contact your Student Services Career Center for application.
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| Alpha Delta Kappa, Clare Johnson Marley-Mary Earle Berger
Fine Arts Scholarship |
Fine Arts |
$2,000 (Non-renewable) |
Application submitted to college of choice, Top 20% of class, Minimum SAT of 1344 (includes reading, math, and writing)or ACT of 20, good character, extra-curricular activities, financial aid not the primary consideration, proof of abilities/talents in the area of fine arts by the submission of a CD/DVD or portfolio of work which demonstrates abilities/talents. |
February 2, 2009 |
Contact your Student Services Career Center for application.
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| East Carolina Betty S. Abernathy Memorial Scholarship |
For deserving students pursuing a degree in the area of Science Education through the College of Education at ECU and who wish to pursue a career as a high school science educator. |
$2,500 ($1,250 for each of two semesters)renewable |
Acceptance to attend ECU, at least a 3.0 high school GPA, demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in science education. Application materials include: application, official high school transcript, three reference in sealed envelopes with the completed form, proof of acceptance to attend ECU. |
All application materials are due January 30th to ECU |
Yolonda Newsome, Dept. of Mathematics and Science Education, Flanagan 342, ECU, Greenville, NC 27858 or call 252-328-9353
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| Elon University NC Junior Elon Scholars |
FOR JUNIORS ONLY!! Must attend Elon University |
Must have Superior Academic Achievement, Opportunity for a Presidential Scholarship valued at $14,000 - $18,000 over four years upon your acceptance to Elon and invitation to compete for the prestigious Fellows academic and scholarship programs. |
School nominated scholarship. Must enroll at Elon for freshman year. "A" average and a combined critical reading, math, and writing SAT score of 1870 or higher. Students must take the SAT/ACT with writing on or before January 24 to be considered. Achievement in one or more of the following areas: an academic area of interest, leadership, community service, international or intercultrual experiences, the arts, athletics, or entrepreneurial endeavors. |
Check with your Career Center for school specific deadlines in early February. |
Admissions Office Elon, NC 27244 (800) 334-8448
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| American Red Cross |
G |
Scholarship amount is based on the amount of money raised by the participant crowned Queen of Hearts |
Complete a Queen of Hearts Application and a 250-300 word essay on why you would make a good Queen of Hearts for the American Red Cross. Be the top fundraiser for the month of February. |
December |
American Red Cross 919-861-1663
medfordt@trianglearc.org
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| NC Community College Grant |
G |
$100 - $900 to students attending NC community colleges |
Attending NC community college |
Awarded until funds are exhausted |
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| Education Access Rewards North Carolina (EARN) |
G |
Need based awards of up to $4,000 for two years of study to qualifying students attending NC community colleges and public universities |
need based |
Awarded until funds are exhausted |
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| State Contractual Scholarship Fund (SCSF) |
G |
Need based awards |
Attending NC independent non-profit postsecondary institutions. |
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| University of NC Need-Based Grant |
G |
$200 - $3,400 |
Need based for students attending public NC universities |
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| Charles Edward Cathey Masonic Scholarship |
G |
$1,000.00
Eight scholarships available |
Must be enrolled in accredited NC School, must have made application to attend post secondary program. 3.0 gpa
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March 14 |
Contact your school's Student Services Dept.for application.
Grand Lodge Scholarship Committee
PO Box 6506
2921 Glenwood Ave
Raleigh, NC 27628
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| NC Reach |
G |
Award amounts vary. Based on need. |
Must be enrolled at least half time.
NC community colleges or public universities |
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Program details are posted at CFNC.org
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| Aubrey Lee Brooks |
G |
$8,000 plus opportunities for summer study abroad, reserach and internships |
Permanent resident of one of 14 qualifying counties
(See website for counties)
Full time student
Must complete PROFILE |
Feb 1 |
Application online
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| NC Education Lottery Scholarship |
G |
$100 - $2,500 to students attending NC colleges and universities |
Need based |
Awarded until funds are exhausted |
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| NC Student incentive Grant (NCSIG) |
G |
$700 |
NC public or private two year or four year NC Campus |
Funds typically exhausted by the last week in February |
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| Watts Chapel Missionary Baptist Church |
G |
Two scholarships in the amount of $500 each |
African American |
Mid April |
Watts Chapel Baptist Church 919-828-7348
or School Student Services Dept.
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| Cary Womans Club |
G |
$1,000 |
Based on character, scholastic record, evidence of promise, demonstration of amvition, leadership and the need for financial assistance. Must be in upper fourth of class. |
March 31 |
Dorothy Schmelzeis 854-5745
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| Cary Womans Club |
G |
$1500 |
Student who dropped out but got a GED and wants to continue their education |
U |
Dorothy Schmelzeis 854-5745
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| Robert Franklin Black Scholarship Fund |
G |
$1,000 / year scholarship renewable for 4 years |
Wake, Durham or Orange County resident |
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NC Community Foundation
256-6913,
4601 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh 27609
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| Raleigh St Patrick's Day Parade Committee |
G |
$500.00 or $250.00 |
Female of Irish descent residing in NC |
February 8 |
Meg Lavoie 919-851-3361
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| Fayetteville State University - various scholarships available |
General |
Varies |
Varies |
Varies |
Office of Financial Aid, Fayetteville State University, 1200 Murchison Road, Fayetteville, NC 28301-4298, telephone (800) 368-4210. Also visit online (click on more information).
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| Hampton-Sydney College - various scholarships available |
General |
Up to full tuition |
Selection based on outstanding academic and extracurricular achievement. To be considered for any honors scholarship, all candidates must apply for admission to the College, through the Admissions Office; no special forms are required. |
Fall |
Hampton-Sydney College, Hampden-Sydney, VA 23943, telephone (800) 755-0733 or email hsfinaid@hsc.ed or visit online (click for more information)
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| 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)
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| ECPI College of Technology |
General |
$1,500 - $3,000 |
Must be a high school senior planning to attend ECPI; GPA and SAT/ACT and community service are considered. |
April |
ECPI, telephone (866) 708-6167 or visit online (click for more information)
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| Hayes Barton United Methodist Church--Tucker Rives Mann Scholarship |
General |
$600 (one-time award) |
graduating senior attending Hayes Barton OR a Millbrook senior (Hayes Barton attendance not required); extraordinary service to others; academics is not a primary concern |
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Walt Sherlin (850-1900); school counselor
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| Trojan Club Scholarship |
General |
Unavailable |
Must reside in Garner, have a minimum GPA of 2.75, have participated in sports for 3 or more years, complete application, be accepted at a 2 or 4 year college. |
Unavailable |
Contact Mrs. Byrd for application.
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| Alpha Theta Chapter - North Carolina Alpha Delta Kappa -"MISS MARGARET" SCHOLARSHIP |
General |
$1,000 (non-renewable) |
Female, high school senior, Wake County resident, top 10% of class, minimum SAT score of 1000 (reading, math), ACCEPTANCE at a 4 year college or university.
Must submit application, transcript, list of activities & honors, biographical sketch to include plans for the future, a recent photograph and 2 letters of recommendation. |
March |
Cindy Leslie, Miss Margaret Alpha Theta Scholarship, 102 Greycliff Ct., Cary, NC 27518.
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| 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
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| 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).
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| 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).
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| Triangle American Red Cross Queen of Hearts Scholarship Program |
General |
Scholarship award is based on the amount of money raised by the candidate |
Female. Participate in fundraising efforts for the American Red Cross. |
Nov 20 |
Tiffany Medford 861-1663
MedfordT@TriangleARC.org
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| United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship Program |
General |
1,000 |
Application can be found in your school career center. |
December 31, 2009. |
Karen Byrd at khbcpa@byrdyates.com or (919) 387-1040.
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| Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship |
General |
190 - $1,000 regional scholarships; 10 - $5,000 national scholarships |
Considerable volunteer activities. Must be nominated. |
March 15, 2008 |
See store for details. kohls@scholarshipamerica.org. Phone: (507) 931-1682 and ask for Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship. Write: Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship Program, Scholarship America, One Scholarship Way, P. O. Box 297, Saint Peter, MN 56082.
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| Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program |
General |
$1,500 renewable |
Must be a U.S. citizen; must be a legal resident of the State to which he/she is applying; must provide assurance that he/she will graduate from a public/charter or non-public secondary school during the 2008-2009 academic year; must be selected and recommended by his/her high school, must ot be in default on a federal student loan; must enroll full-time at an accredited institution of higher education for the 2009-1010 academic year; SAT score (combined total of at least 1860; ACT score of 28 or greater); minimum of 3.5 high school GPA. |
January 11, 2009 to meet the sponsor deadline of February 6, 2009 |
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| American Cancer Society (ACS) College Scholarship Program |
General |
varies by state or local chapter. Up to $7,500 |
Scholarships are usually offered through state or regional chapters of the ACS for students attending 2- or 4-year colleges in the area. Must have had a diagnosis of cancer before age 19 and be currently under age 25. Must be a legal resident in state where scholarship is offered; accepted to an accredited 2-year or 4-year university or community college or vocational technical school. Other eligibility requirements vary by state. Applications available after January 1. |
Vary by state |
Call the American Cancer Society, telephone (800) 227-2345 for information and to find the closest ACS office. Or visit online (click on more information).
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| American Fire Sprinkler Association Scholarship |
General |
$2,000; 10 scholarships available |
Open to graduating high school seniors planning to attend a college/university or trade school in the US. Read "Fire Sprinkler Essay" (available through the website) and take a 10-question multiple choice, "open book" test. For each correct answer, students will receive 1 entry into a drawing for a $2,000 scholarship. A total of 10 entries into the drawing is possible. |
April |
Visit American Fire Sprinkler Association website (click on more information). Essay and test are available through the site.
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| 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).
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| Ayn Rand Essay Contests |
General |
$50 to $10,000 for 11th and 12th graders; $30 to $2,000 for 9th and 10th graders |
High school juniors and seniors; must complete an essay on the Ayn Rand novel "The Fountainhead". High school freshmen and sophomores; must complete an essay on the Ayn Rand novel "Anthem". Demonstrate an outstanding grasp of the philosophic and psychological meaning of the novel. |
April 25 for juniors/seniors; March 20 for freshmen/sophomores |
"The Fountainhead" Essay Contest (or "Anthem" Essay Contest), Dept. W, The Ayn Rand Institute, PO Box 57044, Irvine, CA 92619-7044. Or visit online (click on more information). Or email essay@aynrand.org
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| Flynn Education Foundation |
General |
Unspecified |
Financial need. Must be involved in school and church activities, write an essay on your plan for life and how your future career can be considered Christian service, provide three letters of recommendation; one from your minister, and a copy of your financial aid package. |
May 1 |
Paul S. Flynn, 828-293-9026
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| Bridgewater College of Virginia |
General |
$4,000 to full tuition |
Based on acceptance to Bridgewater College of VA. Full scholarships based on excellent academics and test scores. Rolling admissions; early acceptance recommended to receive top scholarships. |
Unavailable |
Bridgewater College of Virginia at telephone (540) 828-5377 or visit online (click on more information) or email finaid@bridgewater.edu
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| 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.
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| Campbell University - various scholarships available |
General |
Varies; Up to $14,000 per year |
High intellectual ability, strong character, commitment to service, excellent leadership potential, B+ average, top 10% of class. Admission scholarships are automatically awarded based on eligibility upon acceptance. |
Unavailable |
Campbell University, PO Box 128, Buies Creek, NC 27506, telephone (910) 893-1310 or 1-800-334-4111 ext.1290 or email adm@mailcenter.campbell.edu
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| Cargill Community Scholarships - various scholarships available |
General |
$1,000 - $3,000 |
Requirements vary according to scholarship. Open to graduating high school seniors planning to attend 2-year or 4-year college or vocational technical school; must be a US citizen. Selection based on academic achievement and extracurricular activities. At time of application, must live within 50 miles of a Cargill facility. |
Varies - info available November |
Visit online (click on more information). Or email cargill_scholarships@cargill.com. Also call Bev Loken at (952) 742-7068.
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| 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
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| Child Support Council - Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship and North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship |
General |
$1,000 |
Open to NC residents. At least 1 parent must be a member of the NC Child Support Council or client of the program. Must be accepted to 2-year or 4-year college in NC, submit copy of acceptance letter; have at least 2.0 GPA, extracurricular activities, financial need. Information available on website in January. |
April |
Visit NC Child Support Council online (click on more information). Information will be available online starting January. Or contact Durham County CSE, PO Box 810, Durham, NC 27702, telephone (919) 560-8910
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| 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
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| Wal-Mart Foundation and the Walton Family Foundation - various scholarships available |
General |
$3,000 - $13,000 |
Varies; Must be a graduating high school senior (or GED), US citizen or Permanent Legal Resident of the United States, accepted at an accredited two or four year college/university. Some for Wal-Mart employees; some can not be Wal-Mart employees. 2.5 GPA required for most; 22 Composite ACT or 1030 SAT (Critical Reading or Verbal + Math) required for Walton Family Foundation scholarship. Check website in November to apply |
Applications available November |
apply online
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| Winston-Salem State University - various scholarships available |
General |
Varies |
Varies; selections are based on GPA, positive attitude, financial need, references. The merit-based scholarships do not require a separate scholarship application; submitting a completed application for admission automatically qualifies applicants for consideration. |
Varies, priority on merit scholarships given to those applying before November 30th |
Winston-Salem State University, 601 S. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27110, telephone (336) 750-2000 or (800) 257-4052 or visit online (click for more information).
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| 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).
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| 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).
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| Andre Sobel River of Life Foundation - Andre Sobel Essay Award |
General |
up to $5,000, to be used in any way the recipient chooses |
The purpose of this competition is to honor the young survivors of a catastrophic illness. If you consider yourself to be a survivor, we celebrate with you and look forward to your submission. Submit an essay on a topic to be provided. Create your entry keeping in mind that you are talking to your peers. We encourage you to be honest and personal about your thoughts. This is the time for you to say what you may have felt unable to share before. What you have lived through and learned could prove invaluable to a new patient somewhere whose experience is likely very similar to yours. Essay should express you, and can be written using many formats. |
Unavailable; information will be available in Spring-early Summer |
Andre Sobel River of Life Foundation, Andre Sobel Award Submission, 8899 Beverly Blvd., Suite 111
Los Angeles, CA 90048, courtney@andreriveroflife.org, 310-2776-7111 or visit online (click for more information)
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| 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).
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| 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)
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| Peace College - various scholarships available |
General |
Up to full tuition, room and board |
Open to female students. Selection based on GPA, SAT score, class rank, evidence of strong community involvement. |
Varies |
Peace College, 15 East Peace Street, Raleigh, NC 27604-1194, telephone (800) PEACE-47 or (919) 508-2260, or visit online (click for more information).
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| United Negro College Fund (UNCF) - various scholarships available |
General |
Varies |
Open to African-American students with unmet financial need. |
Varies |
UNCF Headquarters, 8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031, Phone: (703) 205-3400
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| Duke Energy Scholars |
General |
$1,000 - $5,000; renewable |
Open to the children of Duke Energy employees and retirees planning to attend technical school, community college, or a college/university program. Scholarships are merit-based with consideration given to academics, personal references, community service, and demonstrated financial need. |
Fall |
Duke Energy headquarters, telephone (704) 594-6200 or email contactus@duke-energy.com. Visit online (click for more information).
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| Optimist Club of Raleigh |
General |
1 - $4,000 |
Must be a Wake County resident in your senior year of high school. Please answer all questions and attach other pertinent documents. |
Postmark deadline: October 15, 2009 |
www.raleigh-optimist.org
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| Elk's National Foundation
Most Valuable Student Scholarship
(Application must be filed with the Lodge of jurisdiction. To find your local Lodge, visit www.elks.org/lodges. Applications and complete contest details, go to www.elks.org/enf/scholars. |
General |
From $1000 to $15,000 per academic year (renewable) |
Strong academics, good ACT/SAT scores, evidence of leadership and financial need. |
November 2, 2009 |
Eugene Yep, Cary-Apex, NC No. 2798, P. O. Box 786, Cary, NC 27512-0786.
Carrol Snodgrass, Scholarship Chairperson
919 847 1979
e-mail: Tikizell@aol. com
Elks Lodge 735
Raleigh, NC
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| Broughton Alumni - Mial Williamson Award |
General |
$2,000 |
Good academics and demonstration of participation in athletics. |
April |
John Rudder, Guidance Resource Center
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| 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)
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| Broughton Alumni Association |
General |
$2,000 renewable |
Be of service to high school, of good character and high scholastic ability. |
April |
School Counselor
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| GFWC-NC Sallie Southall Cotton Scholarship - Knightdale & Wendell Woman's Club |
General |
$350 - $22,000 |
Strong academics, SAT scores, references and personal statement. |
December 18, with an interview in January, District Competition in late February |
Applications available in the Student Services Career Information Center or Lorraine White, Education Chairwoman at 919.365.9981
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| Cancer Survivors' Fund |
General |
Awards are case-by-case |
Scholarships are granted for college education of the cancer survivors. Recipients must be enrolled or accepted into an accredited undergraduate school. Recipients are selected by a committee based on applicants' personal hardship and financial need. Must complete online application, 2 letters of recommendation, letter from physician, and essay on a topic about cancer's affect on you. Scholarships available for fall and spring semesters, so check deadlines. |
March for fall semester |
Cancer Survivors' Fund, P.O. Box 792, Missouri City, TX 77459, 281-437-7142, sf@cancersurvivorsfund.org, or visit online (click for more information)
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| SuperSibs! Scholarship Program For Siblings of Cancer Victims |
General |
$1,000 to $5,000, renewable |
For graduating high school seniors who plan to attend accredited college, university or vocational school. with siblings who have cancer. Must live in the US, Puerto Rico or US Virgin Islands, minimum GPA of 2.0 on 4.0 scale (or 2.5 on 5.0). Applicants must articulate how being the sibling of a child with cancer has impacted their lives. New scholarship applications available November of each year. |
unavailable - check back in November |
866-444-7427
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| Surviving and Moving Forward - The Sam Fund for Young Adult Survivors of Cancer |
General |
$500 for books, up to $5000 for rent, and up to $10,000 for tuition. |
To apply for SAMFund grants and scholarships, you must have had cancer, be finished with active treatment, between that ages of 17 and 35, be a US resident or citizen. Our application process happens once a year, beginning with a Letter of Intent (LOI) phase in June. Anyone interested in applying must first submit an LOI. After a review period, selected applicants will then be invited to submit a full application. Those applicants will be notified in November as to whether they have received a grant. Grants and scholarships provided by the SAMFund cover a wide range of post-treatment financial needs, such as (but not limited to): undergraduate & graduate tuition and loans, car and health insurance premiums, rent, utilities, current and residual medical bills, and more. Dates not available. On website fill out inquiry form to be part of mailing list when information becomes available. |
available in June |
The SAMFund for Young Adult Survivors of Cancer, 35 Channel Center St #208, Boston, MA 02210 to grants@thesamfund.org. or email Michelle Zeitler, the SAMFund Program Director, michelle@thesamfund.org or visit online (click for more information)
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| North Carolina State USBC Association, Inc. Youth Scholarship (Bowling) |
General |
$1,500.00 |
Must be a member of the NCS USBC and bowling in a certified USBS NC youth league,senior student in a North Carolina high school prior to the age of 22 (as of February 28), files a completed application with the Association Manager of the NCS USBCA, Application must be postmarked no later than February 28, applicant must have an unimpaired amateur standing in bowling, must have a grade point average at the school with expectations of admission s to a recognized institution. |
February 28 |
Tom McBride, Association Manager, NCS USBCA, Inc., 2701 Hampton Meadows Lane, Cramerton, NC 28032-1450. Phone: 704-824-7795
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| The Ryan Mullaly Second Chance Fund |
General |
$1,000 |
We are looking for young men and women whose high school years were disrupted by cancer. Must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States; diagnosed with cancer or a recurrence of cancer between age 13 and graduation from high school; under active treatment for cancer while in high school, resulting in a substantial impact on your ability to attend class, take the SAT's, etc.; have a treatment history which includes chemotherapy and/or radiation; currently age 22 or younger; have not previously been awarded a scholarship from our Fund; AND currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree at an accredited 2 year or 4 year college OR you are currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary vocational or trade program which will culminate in certification. Graduate School Programs are not eligible. Priority is given to students still undergoing treatment, those with permanent effects from treatment and those at the beginning of their post-high school education. Proof of diagnosis and treatment is required in the form of a letter from the treating oncologist. Updated applications available in January. |
May 31 |
Email us: The2dChanceFund@aol.com Write to us: 26 MEADOW LANE, PENNINGTON NJ 08534, or visit online (click for more information)
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| 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)
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| 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).
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| Mexican American Alumni Association of the University of Southern California |
General |
$1,000 to $5,000 |
Awarded to undergraduate students on the basis of academic achievement, demonstrated financial need and commitment to the Hispanic community. You must apply for federal, state and university
financial aid. The MAAA supplemental application (available January) must be submitted. |
May 30 |
Contact the Mexican American Programs Office, Student Union 203, Los Angeles, CA 90089-4890.
Phone: (213) 740-4735. or visit online (click for more information)
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| 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)
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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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| Meredith College Thomas Meredith Baptist Heritage Scholarships |
General |
Renewable for four years with recipient remaining in good standing with the College and maintaining a 2.5 on all course work |
Must be a member of the NC Baptist Church and be recommended by a church official |
Jan 15 |
1-800-MEREDITH
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| Emory University Scholars Program |
General |
Range from two-thirds tuition to full tuition, room, board and fees. |
School Nomination required. 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. See your Guidance Career Center Technician for more information about the nomination process and deadlines. |
See Career Center for specific school deadline |
Emory University 1-800-727-6036 or visit www.emory.edu/scholarsprogram
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| Needham B. Broughton High School PTSA Scholarship |
General |
$1,000 |
Membership in BHS PTSA. High school activities must reflect the mission of the PTSA. One academic and two personal references required. |
April |
Applications are available in Broughton's Guidance Resource Center, Room 1209.
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| 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).
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| 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).
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| 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).
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| 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).
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| Coker College - various scholarships available |
General |
$500 to full tuition, room and board |
varies - Must have GPA of B or B+, class rank in top 15% - 20%, exhibit leadership, high academics. |
Unavailable; based on admissions. FAFSA due as soon after Jan 1 as possible |
Visit online www.coker.edu or telephone (800) 950-1908 or email financial_aid@coker.edu or visit online (click for more information) and use the drop down menu above for Financial Aid to get started.
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| 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)
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| 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).
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| Maude P. McInnes Extension and Community Educational Fund |
General |
$500 |
Applicant must be a resident of Wake County and continuing his/her education at a North Carolina college, university, community, or technical school. The recipient must be a full-time student with a minimum of 12 units per semester. Must have a 2.5 or better teacher/counselor. Financial need is not a prerequisite. Special consideration will be given to an applicant who is currently enrolled or has been enrolled in a Family Consumer Science program, Future Homemakers of America, Family Consumer Science Related Occupation Association, or 4-H member, or son or daughter of an Extension and Community Association member. Must complete an application and include the following: Official transcript, SAT score and class rank. Three letters of reference are required. References that are acceptable are as follows: Teacher, Principal, Guidance Counselor, Extension Agent, Pastor, Community Leaders, etc. Letters from parents ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. The reference letters should also be in sealed envelopes. Incomplete applications or applications received after the postmarked by April 4, 2008 will not be considered. |
April 4, 2008 |
Wake County Extension and Community Association Scholarship Committee, Wake County Cooperative Extension Service, c/o Mr. Brent Henry, 4001-E Carya Drive, Raleigh, NC 27610-2914 or at 250-1105.
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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. |
Check with your Career Center for school specific application deadlines in December. |
www.toyota.com/communityscholars
or call 1-609-771-7878 / Educational Testing Service
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| 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).
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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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| East Carolina University Academic Merit Scholarship |
General |
$40,000 ($10,000 per year) and
other smaller awards in varying amounts |
(1)SAT Score above 1300
(2)Rank in the upper 5th per cent of their class
(3)Extracurricular activities of interests and leadership
and (4) Complete an application for admission to ECU |
Postmarked on or before December 1, 2008 |
www.ecu.edu or 1-252-328-6610 (ask for the scholarship coordinator)
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| GlaxoSmithKline Scholarship |
General |
Up to $5000 renewable for 4 years |
(1) Any person who is a legal resident of the USA and who maintains a permanent residence in Wake,Durham,Orange or Chatham counties for at least 6 months (2) Can demonstrate the potential to succeed despite adversity as well as an exceptional desire to improve himself/herself through further education or training. |
March 15, 2008 |
www.trianglecf.org or call Libby Long, 324 Blackwell Street, Suite 1220, Durham, NC 27701.
Scholarship Programs
P. O. Box 12834
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27709-2834
jan@trianglecf.org
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| National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) - National Achievement Scholarship Program |
General |
$2,500 |
Open to African American high school students who are US citizens and plan to enroll full time in college following graduation. Must take the PSAT no later than your junior year and request that you be considered in this competition on the PSAT form. |
Same as PSAT registration deadline. |
See your school counselor or contact National Achievement Scholarship Program, 1560 Sherman Avenue, Suite 200, Evanston, IL 60201, telephone (847) 866-5100 or visit online (click for more information)
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| 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).
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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, 2009. |
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| 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).
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| Apex Rotary Club - Wake Tech Scholarship |
General |
1 - $1,000 Scholarship |
For students enrolling at Wake Tech Community College |
May |
School Career Center
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| RMHC Scholarship Program -
Ronald McDonald House Charties (RMHC) |
GENERAL |
$1000 |
Currently enrolled high school seniors who are eligible to attend a two or four year college, university or vocational/technical school with a complete course of study may apply for ony 1 RMHC scholarship program. Please refer to RMHC.org to conifrm which scholarship programs are offered in your county. Applicants must be legal US residents, be less than 21 years of age and reside within the geographic boundaries of a participating chapter that offers scholarships. Submit application with an official high school transcript, personal statement, letter of recommendation, and Form 1040 filed by student's parent(s). |
February 16, 2009 |
RMHC U.S. Scholarship Program, International Scholarship and Tuition Services, Inc., P. O. Box 22376, Nashville, TN 37202.
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| Alpha Delta Kappa-Student Achievment Scholarship |
General |
$2000 (Non-renewable) |
Application submitted to either a two-year or four-year college of choice, GPA between 2.5 - 3.5, SAT of 1344-1560 (all three parts included) or ACT of 20-24, good character and unquestionable integrity, extra-curricular activities, financial aid not the primary consideration. |
February 2, 2009 |
Contact your Student Services Career Center for application.
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| Discover Scholarship Program (Grade 11) |
General |
$2,500-$30,000 |
Juniors with a minimum cumulative 2.75 GPA (for 9th and 10th grade) and excels in 3 areas: Leadership, Community Service and Obstacles Overcome. Scholarship may be used at trade, technical schools and 2 or 4 colleges/universities for any chosen career. Application may be downloaded www.discovercard.com/tribute. |
January 31, 2009 |
Kathryn H. Beiser, VP, Corporate Communications, Discoer Financial Services, 1.866.756.7932
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| Trentini Foundation Grant - Wake Forest Rolesville High |
General |
$1500-one time grant |
Minimum GPA of 2.5 - Attendance at a two-year community college or vocational school |
Applications are due by March 1, 2006 to the Dean of Wake Forest Rolesville High School |
Dr. Janice Hall - 919-554-8635
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| Jagannathan Scholarship |
General |
$3,500 |
Each high school may nominate one student. Recipients are chosen on the basis of outstanding academic achievement, financial need, diverse extracurricular activities, and evidence of strong leadership roles. Special consideration is given to applicants whose parents are employees of TIEPET, Inc., Universal Fibers, and related companies. Attending public four year NC campus full time.
Must complete PROFILE |
Check with your Career Center for school specific dates. Deadline is early February. |
Available online in early January
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| Alpha Delta Kappa-Linda Rankin Scholarship |
General |
$1,000 (non-renewable) |
Application submitted to college of choice, Top 10% of class, good character, Minimum SAT of 1488 (includes all three parts), ACT of 22, extra-curricular activities, financial need not the primary consideration. |
February 2, 2009 |
Contact your Student Services Career Center for application.
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| KFC Colonel's Scholars Program |
General |
Up to $5,000 per year |
High school senior, United States citizen, maintinaing a high school cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher, planning to attend a public, in-state college or university, pursuing a bachelor's degree. Students complete an online application at www.kfcscholars.org. The online application will be available from January 1 through February 15, 2008. |
December 1,2008 through February 10,2009 |
KFC Colonel's Scholars Program, 1900 Colonel Sanders Lane, Louisville, KY 40213-1970. Phone: 502-874-2075
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| Charles Edward Cathey Masonic Scholarship |
General |
8 - $1,000 |
Minimum GPA of 3.0,must have made application or been accepted and have plans to attend a recognized post secondary educational program, must be enrolled in an accredited North Carolina school, applicant and his or her parents shall consent to an investigation of the applicant's record by the scholarship committee, personal interview by the Scholarship Committee may be required, active in extra-curricular activities and civic activities in their local community, provide SAT/ACT scores, provide 2 personal recommendations (i.e. 1 from school and 1 from someone in the community not related to you.) All reference letters are to be submitted in sealed envelopes with signature across the seal.
Awarded for scholastic achievement, extracurricular activites, community involvement and personal recommendations. Application available online. |
Postmark by March 12 |
Milton Gary Shook, 919-624-2020
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| Alpha Delta Kappa - Gamma Lambda Chapter (Wake County, NC)Jane Smith/Brenda Marbell Scholarship |
General |
$750.00 one-time award |
Applicant must have completed the scholarship application, be in the top 25% of senior class, high school transcript, essay in applicants handwriting accompanied by verification, letter indicating goals, plans, etc., information on school and community activities, 2 letters of recommendation (1 from a teacher who has taught the student). |
Deadline is 3/31/08. The application must be postmarked no later than the date and must be received by 4/3/08 to be eligible. |
Applications are available in Student Services.
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| Hannah Keith Scholarship Fund, Inc.
African American Male Leaders of Tomorrow |
General |
Unspecified |
Must be African American Senior Male, Min. GPA of 2.5, accepted by a college or university, provide evidence of participation in school and community activities, scholarship interview, must participate in one Community Service Project sponsored by the Hannah Keith Scholarhsip Fund, financial need, esssay, two letters of recommendation, official transcript. |
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Linda Keith or Myron Harris at (919) 846-1704 or hannahkeithscholarshipfund@yahoo.com.
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| Apex High School PTSA |
General |
Two - $500 One time awards |
Applications are located in Student Services scholarship drawer. Students/parents MUST be CURRENT MEMBERS of the Apex High School PTSA. Student must be accepted to an accredited college, or vocational school and provide a copy of the acceptance letter. Character and Community Service, leadership, academic performance, financial need, and a one page essay. |
April 16 |
School Career Center
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| Park Scholarship (NC State University) |
General |
Merit Based award, approximately $75,000.00, a stipend to purchase a personal computer and additional funding for adacemic enrichment activities, involving special trips, retreats, seminars and grant opportunities. Visit www.ncsu.edu/park_scholarships for more information. |
Requires school nomination. 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. |
Check with your school's Career Center for specific deadlines. |
Park Scholarships, NC State University, Campus Box 7009, Raleigh, NC 27695-7009
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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. This year's topic introduces students to George Washington's famous statement about "mere" toleration in his 1790 letter to the Jewish congregation of Newport, Rhode Island. Students will identify the basic principles of religious liberty espoused in this primary document and will further research and asess how well the US has lived up to Washington's ideal. In addition to the monetary award, the first-place winner and his or her teacher (or other adult chaperone) will receive an all-expense-paid trip to Newport, Rhode Island in mid-August 2009 for the annual VIP reading of President Washington's historic letter. Online registration by participating students is required by November 24, 2008. |
November 24, 2008 |
Isabelle Kinnard, JD, Ph.D, Council for America's First Freedom, 1321 E. Main Street, Richmond, VA 23219, Phone: 804.643.1786, Fax, 804.644.5024, email, competition@firstfreedom.org
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| UNC GREENSBORO MERIT AWARDS PROGRAM |
General |
$2,500.00 to full tuition, fees,room & board (renewable) |
High school senior, 1800 SAT or 27 ACT, 3.5 cumulative GPA and must be admitted to UNCG by January 4, 2010. Eligible applicants must be fully admitted to UNCG and submit a complete Merit Awards Program Application by early January in order to receive consideration for merit scholarships. Applications are available at www.uncg.edu/fia/meritawards. |
January 4, 2010 |
(336) 334-5243 or email finaid@uncg.edu
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| Hispanic Scholarship Fund |
General |
Awards range from $1,000 to $10,000 |
Student must be a graduating high school senior, have plans to enroll FULL-TIME in a degree-seeking program at a US acredited institution in the US, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, or Guam in the upcoming academic year. |
Students may apply online at www.hsf.net from September 1, 2008-February 18, 2009. |
Please call with questions to 1-877-473-4636. To learn more, visit www.hsf.net.
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| State Employee Credit Union Foundation |
General |
$10,000 |
Between EWHS and EWSHS, only one (1) student will be chosen to recieve this scholarship award. The student must be a graduating senior attending one of the 16 campuses of the UNC system. Recognizing leadership, community involvement, and academic achievement. |
Deadline is April |
Applications are available in Student Services College Information Center.
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| UNC Charlotte Levine Scholarship |
General |
In-state students $90,000 and Out-of-state students $137,000 |
Must be nominated by school counselor, principal, or teacher. The program seeks outstanding seniors who demonstrate evidence of experience, motivation, and commitment to scholastics. Students must be applicants for freshman enrollment at UNC Charlotte in a baccalaureate program fo rthe fall term immediately following their high school graduation. Students must be admitted to UNC Charlotte to receive a Levine Scholarship. Successful candidates will haev a GPA of 3.8-4.0 (unweighted) and score 1800-2400 on the three combines sections of the SAT or 29-36 on the ACT composite. Students should demonstrate a commitment to community service, hold an academic record that reflects a sustained passion for knowledge and possess a capacity for ethical leadership that beckons fellow students toward a higher standard. |
The online nomination form will be available at http://levinescholars.uncc.edu starting August 25, 2009 and nominations will be accepted until November 16, 2009. |
Kelly Peacock at 704-687-5880.
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| Alpha Delta Kappa-Mary Rose Mills Scholarship |
General |
$1,000 (Non-renewable) |
Application to college of choice, Top 10% of class, Minimum SAT of 1488, ACT of 22, good character, extra-curricular activities, financial aid not the primary consideration. |
February 2 |
Contact your Student Services Career Center for application.
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| Kiwanis Club of Wake Forest Katherine Poerschke Scholarship |
General |
$1,000 |
(1) Must be a senior at WakeForest Rolesville High School (2) Must be a well rounded student (3)Must have financial need (4) Must be planning to attend a two-year or four-year Technical School/College (4)must have extra curricular activities that would indicate good citizenship |
March 15 |
Applications are on file in the Student Services Office at WFRH.
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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 at www.horatioalger.org/scholarships by October 30, 2008. You will need one reference letter from an adult, an official transcript, photo, parent/guardian's federal tax return for 2007. Please see your career center technician for more information. |
October 30, 2008 |
Apply online at www.horatioalger.org/scholarships. Check with your Career Center for more information.
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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 drive, determination to set and reach goals,respect for self, family and community, ability to succeed in college. To access online application go to www.axa-achievement.com. |
December 15
See your school career center for more deadline information. |
axaachievement-achievement.com
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| Hannah Keith Scholarship Fund, Inc.
All-Around Student |
General |
Unspecified |
Minority students enrolled or accepted (and plan to enroll) in a full-time undergraduate course of study no later than fall term of 2009-2010 school year at an accredited two-or four year college, university or vocational-technical school in the U.S. Students must have demonstrated commitment to academic excellence and community service with a high school GPA of at least 2.5 and must exhibit leadership potential. |
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Hannah Keith Scholarship Fund, Inc., P.O. Box 97024, Raleigh, NC 27624-7024, 919.846.1704
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| National Co-Op Scholarship Program |
General |
$6,000 (renewable) |
Plan to participate in college cooperative education, attend one of the participating universities GPA of 3.5 or better. Complete application including essay by deadline. |
February 15, 2009 |
www.co-op.edu
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| Best Buy Scholarships |
General |
1,000 students will be selected to receive awards of $1,500 each. |
Community Service and solid academic performance. Apply online at www.bestbuy.com/scholarships or www.at15.com by February 15, 2009. |
February 15, 2009 |
www.BestBuy.com/scholarships
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| DECA Scholarship Opportunities |
General |
Varies |
DECA member, other requirements vary. See your school Career Center representative to view the scholarship booklet. |
February 13 |
DECA Inc., 1908 Association Drive, Reston, VA 20191-1594. Telephone: (703) 860-5000
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| Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. - Chi Rho Omega Chapter
Crystal Creech-Sheppherd Memorial Scholarship |
General |
Unspecified |
Must be a graduating senior living in Knightdale, Wendell, Wake Forest, Rolesville or Zebulon who plans to attend a four year college or university. Additional requirements: 1. Personal statement of interests including college and career plans, financial need, short and long range goals, etc. 2. Two letters of reference from teachers, coaches, ministers, etc. 3. Official current high school transcript. |
May 3 |
Alexis Carr email - scholarships@chirhoomega-aka.com
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| National Honor Society Scholarship |
General |
$1500 - $13,000 |
ONLY SENIORS who are members of NHS are eligible. STUDENTS MAY SELF-NOMINATE, however, the decision of each school's scholarship committee will be FINAL. EWHS may nominate two (2)students and EWSHS may nominate two (2) students. The student must be in good standing and eligible for nomination, must exhibit exceptional credentials in academics, leadership in school and community activities and service. Must be able to demonstrate (document) significant service to the school and community that speaks to an important local concern that creates visible results. Each school's nominee (as recongized by its' scholarship commmittee) must submit a $6.00 fee for processing of the application. Winners will be notified by mail by the National Honor Society NASSP. |
Applications are available in the College Information Center in Student Services. Completed applications must be returned by January 12, 2007. Return EWHS nominations to Leon A. Hines and return EWSHS nomnations to Wilma Watkins Gibson. |
Wanda Carroll, 800-253-7746, X252
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| Kiwanis Club of East Wake County Community Service Award |
General |
$500.00 |
1. Must be a graduating senior from East Wake High School with college applications pending. 2. Have a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher along with sending us an official copy of your transcript. 3. Must have actively supported various community activities within the previous two years. 4. Submit two letters of recommendation. One from an official school representative and one from a person outside of the school system (that is not related to you) that can verify your character and your community service. 5. An essay addressing the benefits that you obtained as a result of your involvement in community activities. This essay must be only one typed page, doubled spaced and have your name, address and telephone number located in the top right-hand corner. 6. The application and attachments must be postmarked no later than March 31, 2006 and mailed to the following address: The Kiwanis Club of East Wake County, Community Service Award Scholarship, P.O. Box 205, Wendell, NC 27591. |
March |
Applications are available in the College Information Center/EWHS
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| Soroptimist International - Violet Richardson Award |
General |
$1000+ and a donation of up to $2500 to the finalist's volunteer organization |
For young women ages 14 - 17. Volunteer Service, leadership. |
Soroptimist International of Raleigh must be received by December 1, 2008. |
More information can be found in your school Career Center.
At Enloe, please see Ryan Haymore.
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| State Employees Association of NC, SEANC |
General |
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Dependent of State Employees who are members of the State Employees Association of NC. Enrolled full time for 2008-09 school year. |
April 15 |
Renee Vaughan 919.833.6436, ext. 3333 or 800.222.2758
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| Rock Harrison Endowment Fund, Inc. |
General |
$500.00 renewed annually |
Must attend WakeForest Rolesville High School.Minimum of 2.5 GPA, must have participated in at least one varsity sport in the current school year and must be attending a four-year college or university in the fall |
April 17 |
WFRH Student Services Department 919-554-8635
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| Zebulon Lions Service Scholarship Program |
General |
$500 |
Students who have exhibited outstanding leadership in service to their school and community, academic performance, character, motivation and a personal statement. The financial status of the applicant or his/her family is not considered. |
May 1 |
School counselor or Jeff Price at 919.269.9003
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| Woman's Club of Wake Forest Scholarships and Sallie Southall Cotten Scholarship |
General |
4-$1,000 scholarships & 1-$20,000 over four years |
Accepted or expect to be accepted to an accredited NC college or university. Transcript with SAT scores, class rank and # in senior class, (student should rank in the upper 1/4 of the class), copy of current FAFSA application, recent photo, personal letter, three references. |
January 10 |
Sylvia Shepherd, Woman's Club of Wake Forest, 403 West Cedar Avenue, Wake Forest, NC 27587 - 919-556-3288
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| Wake Forest Rolesville PTSA Scholarship |
General |
4 - $500 Awards |
Must be a member of the Wake Forest Rolesville High School PTSA, essay, references and must be accepted at a university, college, community college or technical school for the fall of 2006. |
April 28 |
Wakeforest Rolesville Student Services Dept.
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| Zebulon Rotary Club- East Wake Education Foundation |
General |
$1,000 |
Academics, community servie, shool leadership and activities. |
March |
Ms. Linda Johnson, 919.366.5901, email: lbjo@bellsouth.net
Applications are available in the College Information Center at EWHS.
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| Livingston/Pahl Scholarship of Quota International of Raleigh |
General |
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Must be hearing impaired or willing to work towards a career that will improve the lives of persons who are deaf or hearing impaired through special educational methods. |
April 4, 2008 Postmark Date |
Anna Giuli at 919-832-7535, ext. 215
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| National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
Raleigh - Apex Branch |
General |
$1,000 |
Scholarship is geared toward the student who makes a strong contribution to the school/community, but who may not be in the top of the class academically. Members of NAACP Youth Council will receive extra points in the evaluation. Value is 60% School/Community Activities, 20% Leadership Capabilities, 20% GPA/Class Rank/SAT, other requirements are financial need, planning to attend a two or four year college in fall, letter from student explaining need, reference letter from teacher, counselor, or administrator from school, reference letter from a community leader or civic organization, official transcript. |
Postmark by March 25, 2008. You will need to check school specific deadlines which will be earlier. |
Dr. Alice J. Garrett, Raleigh/Apex Branch NAACP, P. O. Box 25427, Raleigh, NC 27611-5427.
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| Johnny W. Sasser Winners Award |
General |
$1,500 nonrenewable |
EWHS student-athlete who plans to attend a four-year accredited college or university. |
April |
School Counselor
Rodney Dickerson at
rdickerson@CI.GARNER.NC.US
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| John Rudder Character Scholarship |
General |
$1,000 |
Graduating Broughton senior who has demonstrated outstanding character & personal integrity and planning to pursue post-secondary education.2.5 GPA. May be nominated by seniors, parents, faculty & staff, or seniors may nominate themselves. |
April |
Applications are available in Broughton's Guidance Resource Center, Room 1209.
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| RMHC / Asia Scholarship Program |
General |
$1,000 |
Currently enrolled high school seniors who have at least one parent of Asian-Pacific heritage and who are eligible to attend a two or four year college, university or vocational/technical school with a complete course of study. Must be legal US residents, be less than 21 years of age and reside within the geographic boundaries of a participating chapter that offers a scholarship under the Asian-Pacific Scholarship program. Applicants may apply for only 1 TMHC scholarship program. Refer to RMHC.org to confirm which scholarship programs are offered in your county. Must include with application an official high school transcript, personal statement, letter of recommendation, current (2007 or 2008) copy of the IRS form 1040 filed by student's parent(s) used to document total income. |
February 16, 2009 |
RMHC U.S. Scholarship Program, International Scholarship and Tuition Services, Inc., P. O. Box 22376, Nashville, TN 37202.
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| Sanderson High School Academic Booster Club Scholarships - Perseverance, Success, and Excellence |
General |
$1,000 |
Applicants must complete the application, including the 300 word essay, and must be accepted as a student to an accredited university, college, junior college, community college or technical/trade institute as of December 31st in the year in which the scholarship is awarded. You may only apply for ONE of the Academic Boosters Club Scholarships. |
No later than 3:00 on March 17 |
JoAnne Schuaer 870.0427
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| Shaw University Presidential Scholarship |
General |
Full 4-Year Scholarship |
First time freshman applying to Shaw University; minimum GPA of 3.5; minimum SAT score of 1,400 or ACT score of 20+; full-time student with a minimum GPA of 3.3 each semester; completion and submission of the scholarship application; submission of three recommendation forms completed by references; adherence to and participation in Honors College policies and activities, including honors courses and community service; agreement to abide by the rules and regulations stated in the Shaw University Student Handbook; must be of good character; scholarship will be revoked if a recipient does not meet the mnimum GPA requirements or honors college requirements. Apply online at http://www.shawu.edu/a.htm. Reference letters are to be mailed back by a postmark date of 1/16. |
January 16 |
Kim Leathers, Ph.D., kleathers@shawu.edu or 919-716-5503
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| Pfizer Epilepsy Scholarship |
General |
$3,000.00 |
High school seniors and college students who have epilepsy. |
May 1 |
1-800-292-7373
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| Harvard University Low-Income Students |
general |
Full tuition |
Honor Student from low-income family (less than $40,000) |
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617-495-1581
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| NC State USBE Association,In.Youth Scholarship |
General |
$1.500.00 |
High School Senior, member of NCS USBCA and in a certified USBC NC league, unimpaired amateur standing in bowling |
February 28 |
Send completed application,letter of recommendation and transcript to: Tom McBride
Association Manager, NCS USBCA, Inc.
2701 Hampton Meadows Lane, Cramerton, NC 28032-1450
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| Service With Love Community Club |
General |
$600 - $1200 |
Current High School Student in Durham or Wake County, African American U.S. Citizen, Holds at least a 2.0-2.9 GPA, Copy of transcript must be provided, Has been accepted into a Community College or University degree program. Letter of acceptance to academic institution must be provided, Disadvantaged economic background such as low income, Pursuit of any degree |
March 20, 2009 |
scholarships@sightbeyondseeing.org
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| Hunter Leonard Memorial Scholarship |
General |
$ 500 |
Apex High School graduating senior who has played four years on a high school lacrosse team, college bound, C average. Student is asked to compose an essay on the topic "How has being involved in the Apex Lacrosse program affected your life." |
April |
Mrs. Loftin, Student Services
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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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| Apex Civitan Club Scholarship |
General |
$500 (nonrenewable) |
MUST ATTEND APEX HS, Financial need, Community involvement, Letter of recommendation, typed application with a paragraph in 100 words or less outlining your career or education goals. |
May |
School Career Center or Karen Davis at 380-2177
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| Cary Alumni Chapter - Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity |
General |
Unspecified |
African American high school seniors who will graduate from Cary, Middle Creek, Fuquay-Varina, Apex, Panter Creek, Holly Springs and Green Hope High Schools or whose primary residence is in Cary, Apex, Holly Springs, Morrisville and Fuquay-Varina in 2008 with a minimum GPA of 2.7. Seniors who will study full time at an accredited two or four-year college in the fall of the current year. |
Postmark Date of 3/31/08. |
Cary Alumni Chapter Kappa Alpha Psi, P. O. Box 357, Cary, NC 27512 or Stephon Walton by phone at (919) 439-4386.
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| UNC Charlotte Levine Scholarship |
General |
In-state students $90,000 and Out-of-state students $137,000 |
Must be nominated by school counselor, principal, or teacher. The program seeks outstanding seniors who demonstrate evidence of experience, motivation, and commitment to scholastics. Students must be applicants for freshman enrollment at UNC Charlotte in a baccalaureate program for the fall term immediately following their high school graduation. Students must be admitted to UNC Charlotte to receive a Levine Scholarship. Successful candidates will have a GPA of 3.8-4.0 (unweighted) and score 1800-2400 on the three combines sections of the SAT or 29-36 on the ACT composite. Students should demonstrate a commitment to community service, hold an academic record that reflects a sustained passion for knowledge and possess a capacity for ethical leadership that beckons fellow students toward a higher standard. |
The online nomination form will be available at http://levinescholars.uncc.edu starting August 25, 2009 and nominations will be accepted until November 16, 2009. |
Kelly Peacock at 704-687-5880.
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| Dr. Seuss's Oh, the Places You'll Go! College Scholarship |
General |
$5,000 |
Applicants must be a senior in high school under the age of 21. Complete an application form. An original literary composition must be submitted in personal essay/memoir format. All submissions must be typed, double spaced, and no longer than one page (500 words) with a minimum font size of 12 points. Include your name and the title of your entry at the top of your submission. |
February 15, 2010 |
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| Campbell University J. Hunter & Mabel C. Strickland Memorial Full Endowed Scholarship Competition |
General |
Full four year scholarship |
Must be nominated by your high school; leadership skills and community involvement (school/church/community activities); three letters of recommendation; SAT and/or ACT scores (1800+ on Math, Verbal, and Writing); GPA of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale; rank in upper 10% of class; be full qualified for admission to Campbell University as a freshman in Fall of 2010. |
Check with your high school for deadline in October. |
manningc@campbell.edu or 1-800-334-4111, ext. 5776
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| Meredith College Presidential Scholarships |
General |
Full tuition for entering freshman. Renewable for four years. |
Full time student in good standing with the College. Maintain 3.25 on all courses. Students selected from the Honors Program applicant pool. |
Jan 15 |
www.meredith.edu/honors
www.meredith.edu/scholarships
1-800-MEREDITH
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| Meredith College Academic Awards and Tuition Grants |
General |
Varies, Renewable for four years |
Application for admission serves as application for Academic Awards and Tuition Grants |
Jan 15 |
1-800-MEREDITH
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| North Carolina Child Support Council/Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship |
General |
(3) $1000 |
A parent must be member of NC Child Support Council or a client of Child Support Program. Applicant must attach a letter of acceptance to a NC institution of higher learning. Must have maintained a C average in high school. |
May 3, 2007 |
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| Knightdale Football Assocaition Scholarship |
General |
$1,000.00 |
Must have been or be a member of the Knightdale Football Association, must be a EW High or Knightdale HS student for at least 3 years, 2.5 GPA, recommendation/s and an essay is required, must be accepted to a 2 or 4 year college/university, etc. |
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Leighann Price at 919.217.5000 or email price295@bellsouth.net
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| Civitas Institute |
General |
$3,500 Civic Literacy Essay Contest |
check website for more information
www.nccivitas.org/essay |
Pre-register on website by March 3 |
www.nccivitas.org/essay
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| Sharma Family Scholarship Fund, The
North Carolina Community Foundation |
General |
$500 - $1,000 |
Must be entering in the fall or currently attending a college or university in the State of North Carolina with preference given to students attending North Carolina State University. Individual must have a high regard for obtaining an education and the courage to pursue it in spite of financial need, demonstrates leadership, involvement in extra-curricular activities, friendship to others, solid work ethic, commitment to academics, productive citizen, demonstrates a commitment to diversity, resident of Wake County, must maintain a B average or higher while in college. |
March. Check with your career center for school deadline. |
NC Community Foundation 828-4387
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| Raleigh-Wake Chapter of the Winston-Salem State University National Alumni Association |
General |
$1,000.00 |
2.5 GPA or higher
graduating senior
FAFSA form
Wake County resident
accepted to Winston-Salem State University
2letters of recommendation
official high school transcript
copy of SAT/ACT score
parent current W-2 form |
April |
Raleigh-Wake Alumni Chapter
PO Box 24826
Raleigh, NC 27611
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| Theta Nu Xi Multicultural Sorority, Inc. |
General |
One $250 scholarship for a graduating female student |
Female, accepted to an accredited college or university(copy of acceptance letter must be attached), with demonstrated leadership skills and commitment to community. |
Postmark Deadline: April 1, 2008. See your Career Center for school specific deadline. |
secretary@xi-theta.org
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| Zebulon Woman's Club/Sallie Southall Cotten Scholarship |
General |
Winner of local scholarhip contest will recieve $1,000 from the Zebulon Woman's Club, At the district level, participants will be competing for a $1,000 scholarship and the right to compete for a $22,000 scholarship awarded by the General Federation of Women's Clubs of NC. The $22,000 scholarship will be paid over a 4 year period in the amount $5,500 per year. |
Must be a senior, interview required, must complete application and submit all supporting documents (refer to the Sallie Southall Cotten application guidelines). A suggested list of questions you may be asked during your interview is included in the packet. |
January |
Patricia Roberson at Roberson2@bellsouth.net
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| Sight Beyond Seeing Scholarship/Service with Love Community Club |
General |
$600 - $1200 |
African American US citizen from Durham or Wake County.
GPA 2.0-2.9, accepted to community or four year college, disadvantaged economic background, 300-500 word essay on your family situation and how you will impact or help others. Photo optional .Letters of recommendation required to document family situation. |
March 30, 2010 |
637-1997 Service with Love
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| State Employees Credit Union Foundation "People Helping People" Scholarship |
General |
Each traditional public high school in North Carolina will receive one (1) scholarship valued at $10,000 (payable @ $1,250 per fall/spring semester) to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC System. |
No formal application; Check with your Career Center to receive school specific deadline information. Every graduating senior with a minimum GPA of 2.5 should be considered for the SECU Foundation "People Helping People" Scholarship. |
April |
SECUFoundation@ncsecu.org, 1-800-634-8017, 919-839-5204
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| RMHC/HACER Scholarship Program-Ronald McDonald House Charities |
General |
Minimum of $1,000 |
High school seniors who have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage and are eligible to attend a two- or four-year college with a full course of study may apply. Must be a U.S. resident, less than 21 years of age and reside withing the geographic boundaries of a participating chapter that offers a scholarship under the HACER program. Application must be accompanied by an official high school transcript, personal statement, letter of recommendation, and a copy of the IRS Form 1040 filed by student's parent(s). |
February 16, 2009 |
RMHC/HACER Scholarship Program, Scholarship Program Administrators, P.O. Box 22376, Nashville, TN 37202. www.rmhc.org or call 630-623-7048
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| American Red Cross Queen of Hearts Contest |
General |
Scholarship will be based on the amount of money raised by the 2009 Queen of Hearts up to $1,000 |
Interested candidates can get more information from the school Career Center. Along with the application, candidates must write a 250-300 word essay explaining why they would make an exceptional 2009 Queen of Hearts spokesperson. Submit application materials to American Red Cross, Attn: Tiffany Medford, 100 N. Peartree Lane, Raleigh, NC, 27610. |
Applications and essays are due by Nov 20 |
Tiffany Medford, American Red Cross, 100 N. Peartree Lane, Raleigh, NC 27610. Phone: 919-861-1663. email: medfordt@trianglearc.org.
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| Enloe PTSA Scholarship |
General |
$2000 |
Senior student in Enloe PTSA who is planning to continue his/her education beyond high school in a trade school, two-year college, four-year college or university. Applicants must obtain PTSA membership prior to the end of the first semester of the 2007-08 to be eligible. Application, essay, and a letter of recommendation are required. |
April |
Karen Reimer, PTSA Scholarship Chair, 844-1787, karenreimer@nc.rr.com
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| Erskine College Presidential Scholarship
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General |
The Presidential Scholarship covers tuition, room, board and fees, minus any state, federal and outside scholarships or grants. There is also a $1,000 study abroad travel stipend. |
Highly motivated, outstanding academic performance in high school, Christian commitment, intellectual curiosity, potential for success at Erskine, school, church, and community involvement, leadership skills, creativity. An interview is required and will be held on December 5, 2008 by invitation. |
Postmark of November 1, 2008. |
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| Davidson College - John Montgomery BELK Scholarship |
General |
$45,000 annually |
Each high school may nominate one students. Belk Scholars are those students whose outstanding intellectual ability and success, leadership experience, commitment to service, and overall personal vigor mark them as those who will accomplish much and contribute most to the Davidson community and in their lives beyond their college years. Applicant's admission applications must be completed and received in the Davidson office no later than 5:00pm on December 1, 2009. |
See your school guidance counselor for specific nomination deadline information. |
Gardner Roller Ligo at galigo@davidson.edu
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| 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)
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| NC State University Chancellor's Leadership Scholarship |
General |
$5,000 per year, with the possibility of being renewed. |
Merit and need based scholarship. Must be a student leader,exhibit community service,academic achievement throughout high school career. Candidate must complete both the scholarship application (preferred method of delivery for the application is online at www.ncsu.edu/cls) and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)to be be considered. Paper applications are available in the College Information Center. |
March 1 |
Krista M. Ringler Domnick, NCSU Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid, 919.515.2421.
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| Norman Topping Student Aid Fund (NTSAF) (University of Southern California) |
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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)
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| Scholarship Experts.com "All About Education" $5K Scholarship |
General |
$5,000 |
One $5,000 scholarship will be awarded to the student who best responds (in 250 words or less) to the following online topic: "How will a $5,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?". To be eligible to apply, students must be residents of the United States, be 13 years of age or older, and must have completed a scholarship search profile online at www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx. |
April 30, 2008 |
tamara@scholarshipexperts.com or 904-854-6750, ext. 13.
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| ScholarshipExperperts.com - The Superpower Scholarship |
General |
$1,000 |
Please answer the following question (250 words or less): "If you were granted the superpower to manipulate time, how would you use it and why?". Apply online at http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx. You must be 13 years and older, legal residents of the US. |
March 31, 2008 |
members@scholarshipexperts.com or call 904-854-6750.
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| Apex Rotary Club Scholarship |
General |
6 - $1,000 Scholarships |
Financial need, community activities,a ONE Page essay, 2 letters of recommendation. |
May |
school career center
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| Robert Franklin Black Scholarship |
General |
$1,000 (renewable 4 years) |
Applicants must demonstrate academic achievement, financial need, participation in school and community activities, work experience, and educational goals. Preference will be given to students interested in pursuing their education in a public university or college in North Carolina. However, if North Carolina institutions do not offer a degree program for which the student is interested, institutions out-of-state will be considered. |
March |
NC Community Foundation
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| George A. Kahdy Scholarship Endowment |
General |
$4000 |
Graduating Enloe Senior, Student must demonstrate: good scholarship, service to community, outstanding character and integrity, financial need, NC residency |
February |
Student Services, Enloe High School, Ryan Haymore, 856-7874
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| 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)
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| 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.
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| 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)
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| MaryEllen Locher Foundation |
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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).
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| LIFE (Life and Health Insurance Foundation for Education) - Life Lessons Scholarship Program |
General |
$500-$5,000 |
Open to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia, who are between 17 and 24 years of age, have experienced the death of a parent or legal guardian, and are currently enrolled in, or have been accepted to, a college, university or trade school within the fifty (50) United States or District of Columbia. complete and submit the online application form, including the essay of no more than 500 words or video entry of no more than 3 minutes describing how you have experienced the personal and financial challenges caused by the death of a parent or legal guardian. Check website for application in January. |
March-April |
LIFE Lessons Scholarship Program, c/o LIFE Foundation, 1655 North Fort Myer Drive, Suite 610, Arlington, VA 22209. Email scholarship@lifehappens.org or call (202) 464-5000 x4446. Applications available online January (click on more information).
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| 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).
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| 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)
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| 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)
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| 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)
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| Stanford University |
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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).
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| Alumnae Scholarship Program / Alumni Club Scholarships (University of Southern California) |
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$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).
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| 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)
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| 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)
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| American Indian Education Foundation (AIEF) |
General |
up to $2,000; renewable |
Open to graduating high school seniors who are of Native American or Alaska Native descent and plan to attend an accredited two- or four-year college/university or technical/vocational school full time. Must have and maintain a GPA of at least 2.0. Current year application will be on website after January 1; applications submitted before March 1 earn bonus points. |
April 4 |
Telephone (866) 866-8642 or email scholarships@nrc1.org or visit online (click for more information)
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| 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.
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| 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)
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| Naval Officers’ Spouses’ Club of San Diego |
General |
$500 to $2,000 |
For graduating San Diego County seniors who are dependent children of active duty, retired, or deceased members of the Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard. Recipients must have applied to attend an accredited two-year or four-year institution for full time study. Applicant or military sponsor must reside in the greater San Diego area at the time of application. A dependant child applicant must be graduating from a San Diego area high school in the year of application. |
April 15 |
NOSC Scholarship Committee, PO Box 182104, Coronado, CA 92178,
Scholarships Chairman at scholarships@noscsandiego.com or visit online (click for more information)
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| Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (MCSF) |
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$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).
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| 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
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| Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Scholarship |
General |
Varies |
Scholarship awarded by the San Diego Indian American Society, to graduating Seniors (competition is open to all students) in San Diego County High Schools with a minimum GPA of 3.8. Each applicant should send the application through the school's scholarship coordinator with two essays: (1) on relevance of non-violence for a society and/or an individual and (2) on long-term goals of the student. The criteria for selection include: (1) Academic excellence (2) Community involvement (3) Statement of purpose for college (4) An original essay on "nonviolent means for conflict resolution" (5) Recommendations by teachers and (6) Financial need and educational background of parents. Schools should nominate two graduating seniors with a grade point average of at least 3.8. The selection is open to all irrespective of his or her national origin. |
April 15 |
Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Scholarship, Purvee Parikh, Secretary, Selection Committee, 4168 Pallon Court, San Diego, 92124; purvee1211@yahoo.com, (619) 698 5058 or visit online (click for more information)
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| Junior Seau Foundation Scholars of Excellence Program |
General |
$2,500 to $10,000; not renewable |
As part of Junior’s effort to help young people achieve their dreams, the Foundation established the Scholars of Excellence program in 1992. Through the Scholars of Excellence program, promising high school students receive financial support so that they may achieve their goals of higher education. Applicants must be graduating from a San Diego County high school, who has committed to attend a four year college or university beginning the fall semester. Applicants must be United States Citizens or have permanent residency status. Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better and satisfactory citizenship in school. Applicants must complete the Scholarship Application Form. Applicants must include 2 letters of recommendation from an administrator, teacher, counselor or community service mentor. Applicants must include an official transcript. Applicants with a combined household income of $100,000 or more will not be considered. A copy of the tax return must be included. Application and more details available February. |
mid April |
Junior Seau Foundation, Attn: Scholarships, 8787 Complex Drive, Suite 200, San Diego, CA 92123, 858-244-SEAU or visit online (click for more information)
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| Half-Century Trojans Endowed |
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$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)
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| Bollinger Foundation Grants |
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Vary depending on need |
Available to children whose parent(s) have died. The foundation is interested in helping families in which either the mother or father works or worked in the field of public or affordable housing, or economic or community development. Provides funds for children's education. This can include - but is not limited to - grants towards special educational needs, school materials, and college tuition. Awards are based on family need. Application process starts in January. |
May |
Corie Ziegler, Bollinger Foundation, c/o IEDC, 734 15th St, NW, Suite 900, Washington DC 20005, (202)942-9476 or email cziegler@iedonline.org or visit online (click for more information)
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| Lowe's Scholarships |
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$1,000 to $15,000 |
Open to graduating high school seniors planning to attend an accredited two- or four-year university in the US. Winners are selected based on leadership qualities, community involvement and academic performance. Apply online using Access Key: LOWES after January 1. |
March 15, probably |
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| 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)
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| Federal Employees Scholarship Foundation |
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$1,500; not renewable |
Applicants must be residents of San Diego County, have a grade point average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher (for college-bound), and participate in school and community activities. All applicants are considered solely on the basis of scholastic merit. All fields of study are eligible. Application will be available on website by February 22. |
March 15 |
Federal Employees Scholarship Foundation, P.O. Box 26785, San Diego, CA 92196 or visit online (click for more information)
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| San Diego Chargers - Chargers Champions |
General |
$5, 000 and a laptop computer |
Open to 11th graders with strong records of service and leadership planning to attend a four-year college or university. Must provide two letters of recommendation with written application. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Application: Available at the beginning of each year via our website at www.chargers.com in the community section. |
June |
Chargers Champions, Students Making a Difference, P.O. Box 609609, San Diego, CA 92160, contact: James (858) 874-4500 or visit online (click for more information)
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| United States/ North Carolina JCI Senate Scholarship |
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$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.
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| North Carolina Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NCASFAA) - Middle School Enrichment Scholarship |
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$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).
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| The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation (PBTF) |
General |
$1,000, typically |
The PBTF is proud to offer a scholarship program to students who have survived a central nervous system tumor. Awards may be used to cover tuition, fees and books at any post-secondary institution, including technical schools, vocational schools, junior colleges and four-year colleges or universities. Diagnosed at or before age 19 with a primary malignant or non-malignant central nervous system brain and/or spinal cord tumor, At least a senior in high school, 23 years old or younger on or before Aug. 31. Applications available online after October 1. |
March 2 |
Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, 302 Ridgefield Ct., Asheville, NC 28806, 828-665-6891 or 800-253-6530, email: familysupport@pbtfus.org or visit online (click for more information).
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| Jessie Klicka Foundation |
General |
Between $1,000 and $2,000; renewable |
Student must be planning to attend a 4 year college or university. Will accept two applications from each high school, accompanied by a counselor or principal recommendation. |
April 20 |
Katharine Klicka 690 Laguna Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008 760-720-5429
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| 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)
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| Waycross College |
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unavailable |
The WAYCROSS COLLEGE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS were established by local citizens and organizations to provide incentive, encouragement, and recognition to Waycross College students with proven records or academic accomplishment and excellence in their high school and college work. Potential students are encouraged to apply for these scholarships. Information on Foundation Scholarships may be obtained from the Director of Development and Community Services and the Financial Aid Office. |
June 1 |
Waycross College, 2001 South Georgia Parkway, Waycross, GA 31503-9248
The Office of Financial Aid is located in the James M. Dye Student Services Building. Mrs. Debbie Howard Director of Financial Aid 912-449-7560, dhoward@waycross.edu or visit online (click for more information)
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| 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)
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| 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)
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| 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).
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| 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)
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| 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)
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| Kennesaw State University - several scholarships available |
General |
Varies |
Only one application is required to apply for different scholarships offered. Scholarships are based on many different measurements of scholarship including academic excellence (GPA), program of study, leadership, community service experience, financial need, and written communication in the form of essays. The Scholarship Website will be accepting applications for the upcoming academic year beginning November 15. |
Unavailable |
Kennesaw State University, Office of Undergraduate Admissions, 1000 Chastain Road, #0115, Kennesaw, Georgia 30144-5591, or email scholarshipapps@kennesaw.edu or visit online (click for more information).
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| J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College |
General |
From $250 up to cost of books, tuition and fees |
A variety of scholarships to students with diverse interests and backgrounds. Any student currently enrolled in a curriculum (i.e., not undecided or non-curricular) who has a 2.0 cumulative GPA is encouraged to apply for a JSRCC scholarship. You need only fill out one JSRCC standard scholarship application form or complete the on-line scholarship application, which includes request for transcripts and a recommendation letter. If you complete your scholarship application packet by the deadline, you will automatically be considered for all scholarships where you meet the eligibility requirements. This means you do not have to apply for specific scholarships. Not all Reynolds scholarships are need-based. There are a number of scholarships that are open to anyone. Others are set up to reward academic excellence or to provide support for students studying in particular areas. J. Sargeant Reynolds scholarships are funded by individuals, community groups, corporations and charitable foundations and are awarded to Reynolds' students on a competitive basis. Application available online or through the JSRCC Scholarship Office. |
March 31 |
Nichole Page, Scholarship Office, J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, P.O. Box 85622
Richmond, VA 23285-5622, Telephone 804-523-5084 or email npage@reynolds.edu or visit online (click for more information)
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| 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)
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| 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.
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| Georgia's HERO Scholarship Program |
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Up to $2,000; renewable |
To be eligible to apply for a Georgia's HERO Scholarship, you must meet one of the following four categories: Be an active member of the Georgia National Guard or U.S. Military Reserves who is a Georgia resident, the child of or the spouse of such, who was deployed outside the United States for active duty service to a location designated as a combat zone and served in such combat zone for at least 181 cumulative days, beginning on or after February 1, 2003, or served less than 181 cumulative days in a combat zone, beginning on or after February 1, 2003, but was evacuated because of severe injuries or disabled or killed. For more specific requirements, see webpage (click more information). Recipients must attend an institution that is a unit of the University System of Georgia, or the Technical College System of Georgia, or an eligible private/independent college or university in Georgia. Application available online |
July 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
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| 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)
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| HOPE Scholarship |
General |
Up to full tuition and mandatory fees and book allowance |
If you are a Georgia resident enrolling in a degree program at an eligible Georgia public or private college, university, or public technical college, you may be eligible for the HOPE Scholarship. Recipients have graduated from an eligible high school with a "B" average, as defined by the HOPE program, or have earned at least a 3.0 grade point average at the college level at specific credit-hour checkpoints. Students who earned a GED or graduated from an ineligible high school or home study program may qualify for a HOPE Scholarship, as an entering freshman, based on their SAT or ACT scores. Be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at an eligible public or private college or university or technical college in Georgia. Meet HOPE's Georgia residency requirements. Meet HOPE's U.S. citizenship or eligible non-citizen requirements.
Be in compliance with Selective Service registration requirements. Be in compliance with the Georgia Drug-Free Postsecondary Education Act of 1990. A student may be ineligible for HOPE payment if he or she has been convicted for committing certain felony offenses involving marijuana, controlled substances, or dangerous drugs. Not be in default or owe a refund on a student financial aid program. Maintain satisfactory academic progress as defined by the college. The award at public institutions covers tuition, HOPE-approved mandatory fees, and a book allowance. If you wish to enroll in a Georgia private institution, you may be eligible for a $3,500 per academic year scholarship for full-time study or $1,750 for half-time study (6-11 hours). |
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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)
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| Patient Advocate Foundation’s (PAF) Scholarships for Survivors Program |
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$3,000 |
Applicant must be under the age of 25 and a survivor/current patient of a diagnosis of cancer or a critical or life threatening disease. Requires completed scholarship application, essay on how diagnosis has impacted their lives and their future goals, be accepted to college, university, or vocational-technical school planning to attend full-time, medical documentation, letters of recommendation, grades transcript, and demonstrate financial need. |
April |
700 Thimble Shoals Blvd, Suite 200, Newport News, VA 23606, Ruth Anne Reed, Vice President of Human Resource Programs and Scholarship Coordinator, scholarship@patientadvocate.org, or 1-800-532-5274 or visit online (click for more information)
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| 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)
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| The PinkRose Foundation Inc.- PinkRose Breast Cancer Scholarship |
General |
unavailable |
Eligibility is limited to individuals who are legal residents of the US, under the age of 25 who have lost a parent or legal guardian to breast cancer. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Applicants must be pursuing post secondary education or certificate training. Written statement including information describing the significant impact of breast cancer in your life, and explanations of how obtaining a post-secondary degree or certificate will benefit your future by helping to fulfill your goals and dreams. Applications for each PinkRose Scholarship award period are accepted during the period beginning on June 1st, and ending on August 31st of each calendar year. PinkRose Scholarships shall be awarded during October of each year and are valid for the following calendar year only. |
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The PinkRose Foundation, P.O. Box 4025 Dedham, MA 02027, email: info@pinkrose.org or visit online (click for more information)
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| California Alumni Scholarships at UC Berkeley - The Equity Award |
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$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).
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| 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).
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| 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)
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| 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)
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| Armstrong Atlantic State University |
General |
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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)
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| UC Berkeley - Berkeley Undergraduate Scholarship |
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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.
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| 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)
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| 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)
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| Mississippi State University -- several scholarships available |
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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)
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| University of Tennessee (several scholarships available) |
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$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)
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| 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)
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| Southern Catholic University - several scholarships available |
General |
varies |
Students who would like to be considered for a scholarship award must simply submit a completed SCC Application for Admission; no additional scholarship application is required. Different scholarship levels available based on strong academic and test scores. When making admission decisions, they consider:
High School Curriculum, Grades, Class Rank, Other College Coursework (if any), Standardized Test Results
Recommendation(s), Extracurricular Activities. |
Rolling admissions process |
Southern Catholic College, 330 Southern Catholic Drive, Dawsonville, GA 30534, Local: 706-344-4000
Toll Free: 866-722-2003, admission@southerncatholic.org or visit online (click for more information)
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| National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) - National Merit Scholarship Program |
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$2,500 |
Open to high school students who are US citizens and plan to enroll full time in college following graduation. Must take the PSAT no later than your junior year. |
Same as PSAT registration deadline |
See your school counselor or contact National Merit Scholarship Corporation, 150 Sherman Avenue, Suite 200, Evanston, Illinois 60201, telephone (847) 866-5100 or visit online (click for more information)
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| California Alumni Scholarships at UC Berkeley - Leadership Award |
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$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).
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| 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).
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| Point Loma High School - Jonathan Hastings Foster Scholarship |
General |
Unavailable |
Named in memory of Jonathan Hastings Foster, this scholarship will provide financial assistance to a graduating senior from Point Loma High School. The Jonathan Hastings Foster Scholarship is open to:
Graduating seniors from Point Loma High School who will attend an accredited four-year college or university in the United States, Have a minimum 3.50 GPA on a 4.0 scale, Are actively involved in their community, as demonstrated by their involvement in extra-curricular activities, community service, and/or work experience. |
March |
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).
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| 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).
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| Comcast Foundation - Leaders and Achievers Scholarship |
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$1,000; not renewable |
Every year, Comcast and the Comcast Foundation ask High School Principals and Guidance Counselors to collaborate in identifying the best and the brightest high school seniors in their communities. All nominations for the Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program must be made exclusively by the Principal or Guidance Counselor. Principals and home-school instructors may e-mail comcast@applyists.com to verify school eligibility status and to request program materials. A student nominated by a Principal or Guidance Counselor must: be a full-time high school senior, demonstrate a strong commitment to community service and display leadership abilities in school activities or through work experience, and have a grade point average of 2.8 or higher. |
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See your school guidance counselor. Counselors should email: e-mail comcast@applyists.com to see if the school is eligible. Visit online (click for more information).
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| NC Division of Veterans Affairs - Scholarships for Children of disabled, deceased, combat or POW/MIA war veterans |
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Up to full tuition, certain fees and a reasonable room and board allowance in NC-owned institutions, or $1,500 to $4,500 per academic year in private institutions. |
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. |
March |
The Mecklenburg County Veterans Service Office, telephone (704) 336-2102 or District Office, NC Division of Veterans Affairs, 5500 Executive Center Drive, Suite 205, Charlotte, NC 28212, telephone (704) 563-2037. Website does not have specific information. Must call.
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| Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship |
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$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
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| Cox Heroes College Scholarships |
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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)
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| 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.
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| Dr. Bertha O. Pendleton Scholarship Fund |
General |
Unavailable |
The Dr. Bertha O. Pendleton Scholarship is open to:
Graduating high school seniors from San Diego Unified School District who are pursuing a career in teaching and plan to attend an accredited two-year college or four-year university in the United States, Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, Have a strong record of responsible citizenship.
For more information or to obtain a copy of the application and guidelines, please contact your high school counselor. |
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High school guidance counselor
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| 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)
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| Imagine America Scholarship Program |
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$1,000 |
Open to graduating high school students who are likely to successfully complete postsecondary education. Must have GPA of at least 2.5, financial need, voluntary community service. Must choose from a list of career colleges and programs of study in order to apply. Start applying on January 1. High schools must be enrolled in Imagine America; School Counselors can enroll their high schools by calling (202) 336-6724 or email scholarships@career.org |
January to December |
Imagine America Foundation, 10 G Street NE, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20002, telephone (202) 336-6724 or visit online (click on more information).
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| CORE Chicano Organizing Research and Education - Que Llueva Cafe Scholarship |
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$500 to $1,000 |
Eligibility Criteria: Must be of Latino descent, Must be an undocumented student, Must be a graduating 12th grade student who will enroll in an accredited university or college in the US or Puerto Rico for the following academic year. Student must demonstrate financial need.
Application Requirements: General Scholarship Application, Written Response (1000 words), 2 Letters of reference, Statement of financial need, Official High School Transcript, Proof of acceptance into accredited university or college. Check back on website for current year information. |
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Chicano Organizing & Research in Education, P.O. Box 160144, Sacramento, CA 95816, Email: information@ca-core.org or visit online (click for more information).
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| Johnson & Wales University (JWU) - (various scholarships available) |
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$500 and up, some renewable |
JWU offers many different types of scholarships. Some you may apply for; some you may be automatically eligible for upon acceptance; and others you may be awarded based on established criteria. Each scholarship has set criteria that determines who may be eligible to receive it. In addition, website lists various other scholarships available from outside organizations. Visit website for more information. |
March 3 |
Admissions Office, Johnson & Wales University, 1701 NE 127th St., North Miami FL 33181, JWU in Charlotte at 801 West Trade Street, Charlotte, NC 28202, Johnson & Wales University · 8 Abbott Park Place, Providence, Rhode Island 02903, or Johnson & Wales University · 7150 Montview Boulevard, Denver, Colorado 80220 or call 1-800-DIAL-JWU or visit online (click for more information)
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| Cary Womans Club |
General |
$1,000 |
Based on character, scholastic record, evidence of promise, demonstration of amvition, leadership and the need for financial assistance. Must be in upper fourth of class. |
March 22 |
Dorothy Schmelzeis 854-5745
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| The Holocaust Remembrance Project |
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Up to $10,000, an all-expense paid trip to Washington, DC, and a gold medal |
This contest is open to all students age 19 and under who meet the following criteria: (1) are currently enrolled as a high school student (grades 9-12) or who are high school seniors who will graduate high school at any time this year, or are students who are enrolled in a high school equivalency program; and (2) are residents of either the United States or Mexico or U.S. Citizens living abroad. Must write an essay analyzing why it is vital that the remembrance, history, and lessons of the Holocaust be passed to a new generation, and what can be done to combat and prevent prejudice, discrimination and violence in our world today. Information updated on website October 1. |
Unavailable; probably April |
Holocaust Remembrance Project, Holland & Knight Charitable Foundation, Inc., PO Box 2877, Tampa, FL 33601, telephone (866) 866-452-2737 or e-mail holocaust@hklaw.com. Also visit website (click more information).
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| Sallie Mae Fund - various scholarships available |
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$1,000 to $5,000 |
Varies; Open to US citizens able to demonstrate unmet financial need of more than $1,000 after financial aid award package has been determined; have adjusted gross income of $30,000 or less; have a cumulative GPA between 2.5 and 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or the equivalent. Also, some specifically for minority students and community college transfer students. Applications and information updated in January. |
Varies |
The Sallie Mae Fund, 12061 Bluemont Way, Reston, VA 20190 or visit online (click for more information)
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| Italian Catholic Federation - College Scholarship Program |
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$400; renewable at greater amounts |
Applications are received from students in public as well as Catholic high schools in California, Arizona, Nevada, and Illinois. To apply, students must be of the Catholic faith and of Italian heritage (or children or grand children of non-Italian ICF members) and meet academic, financial need, and character requirements. Recipients must maintain a GPA of at least 3.2 and live within the Roman Catholic Dioceses of California, Nevada, Illinois and Arizona, only where Branches of the Federation are established. First year scholarship winners are eligible for second, third, and fourth year awards of $500, $600, and $1,000 respectively. Applications for the upcoming year are available end of November, and the Scholarship committee meets in April to review applications and make its selections. The awards are made in the summer months following completion of the previous school year. |
March 15 |
Italian Catholic Federation, 8393 Capwell Drive, Suite 110, Oakland CA 94621
tel: 888/ICF-1924; 510/633-9058; fax: 510/633-9758; Email: info@icf.org or visit online (Click for more information)
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| RMHC/Hispanic American Commitment to Educational Resources Scholarship (HACER) |
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$5,000 |
Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®) of Southern California, RMHC of San Diego, the McDonald’s Operators’ Association of Southern California (MOASC) and the McDonald’s Operators’ Association of San Diego (MOASD) annually sponsor college scholarship programs for students from communities who face limited access to educational and career opportunities. Applicants must be currently enrolled high school seniors in San Diego County who have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage and who are eligible to attend a two- or four-year college or university with a complete course of study. |
March |
Stephanie Kurtz, 619/296-0605 or sk@nstpr.com or visit online (click for more information)
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| Raleigh/Wake Chapter North Carolina Central University Alumni Association |
General |
Unspecified |
Must be accepted to NCCU, be a Wake county resident, have at least a 2.5 GPA, have at least a 900 SAT score, Recommendations from two individuals including one school reference. |
March 31, 2010 |
Martha T. Kearney, 2424 Calvert Dr., Raleigh, NC 27610
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| Brentwood Extension & Community Association |
General |
$500 |
Resident of Wake County, 2.5 GPA or better, Special consideration to applicants currently enrolled in a Home Economics program, Future Homemakers of America, Home Economics Related Occupation Association or 4H. Special consideration for those seeking careers in home economics or related fields. |
April 3, 2010 |
Jane Pitcher, 8307 Wycombe lane, raleigh, NC, 27615, (919) 676-4412
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| Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) scholarships |
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$1,000 - $5,000 |
Open to Latino students who are US citizens and have a history of performing public service-oriented activities in their communities and who plan to continue contributing in the future. There is no GPA or major requirement, but leadership potential and good writing skills required and demonstrated financial need. |
April |
CHCI Scholarship Awards, 911 2nd Street, NE, Washington DC 20002, telephone (202) 543-1771 or 1-800-EXCEL-DC or email chci@chci.org or visit online (Click for more information)
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| Wade Edwards Short Fiction Scholarship Contest |
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$1,000 - $5,000 |
Open to high school juniors for the most outstanding original short fiction. The award is intended to reward excellence in creative writing and to encourage contemplation of virtues among high school students. Students are encouraged to consider and address one or more of the qualities associated with Wade Edwards -- humility, strength of convictions, loyalty, honor, charity, determination, the value of friendship, and the obligations of friendship and community. New information will be available on website after October. |
March 1 |
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| San Diego County Citizens' Scholarship |
General |
$1,000 |
Sponsored by the San Diego county Citizen's Scholarship Foundation for students who have demonstrated financial need. Awards will be make only to San Diego County high school seniors who will attend a degree-granting San Diego county college or university during the upcoming academic year as a full-time student (12-unit minimum). |
March 2 |
SAN DIEGO COUNTY CITIZEN’S SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION, PO Box 7484, San Diego, CA 92167, Bill Hall at (619) 260-2362 or billhall@sandiego.edu
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| Taiwanese-American Foundation of San Diego |
General |
$500 |
All seniors attending public high schools in the San Diego area who are entering college in the fall. Must have a cumulative 3.2 GPA or higher. The Scholarship Committee evaluates the applicants in terms of their academic achievements, service to the community, and leadership ability. Two of the scholarships, however, are reserved for qualified applicants with financial needs. Candidates for the scholarship can either be nominated by school counselors or students can apply on their own. Applications by financially disadvantaged students are particularly encouraged. Students can contact Scholarship Counselor of each respective high school district or contact Taiwanese American Community Center. |
April 15 |
Paul Jem, Honors and Awards Committee, 7170 Convoy Court, San Diego 92111, (858) 560-8884, E-mail: ctu@ucsd.edu, Or Taiwanese American Community Center at (858)560-8884. Or visit online (click for more information).
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| Unity Lodge #632, Annual Scholarship Program |
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$1,000 to $5,000 |
These scholarships are awarded to graduating high school seniors that will be attending an accredited four (4) year institution of higher learning as a full-time undergraduate freshman. Masonic relationship or membership is not required. Student need not show evidence of financial need. All awards are subject to funds available; up to 5 awards will be granted. This fund does not have sufficient resources to grant awards to all worthy students who may apply. For further information download the Notice and Application at our web site. |
March 30 |
Unity Lodge #632, 3366 Adams Ave., San Diego, CA 92116, Phone: (619) 284-0925, scholarship_committee@unitylodge.net or visit online (click for more information)
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| University of San Diego - Bishop Maher Catholic Leadership Scholarship |
General |
$500 to $4,000 |
Intended to assist Catholic undergraduate men and women who have financial need and who have demonstrated leadership capabilities in their parish or within their Catholic community. New applicants must have a high school Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 3.00 (as determined by the USD Office of Undergraduate Admissions) and acceptable SAT scores. Transfer students from other 4 year universities or community colleges must have a minimum 2.8 GPA, and some level of financial need. First time continuing USD students must have a cumulative USD 2.5 GPA. |
March 2 |
For more information or to apply, call (619) 260-4514 or visit online (click for more information).
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| University of Oregon Scholarship from the UO San Diego Alumni Association |
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$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
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| Garfield High School Rotary Club of La Jolla -STRIVE SCHOLARSHIPS |
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STRIVE SCHOLARSHIPS go to selective students graduating from the Garfield High School in San Diego. Students making the greatest advances in this new environment are given scholarships in support of their first years in tra |
