ROCKVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
COLLEGE/CAREER CENTER NEWS
January 31, 2014_
The Career Center is open daily from 7:00AM – 3:30PM
Please contact Ms. Harris / The College Career Information Coordinator at 301-517-8297 to schedule an appointment.
TESTING INFORMATION
SAT& Subject Test Dates
March 8, 2014 Regular Registration: February 7, 2014 Late Registration: February 21, 2014
May 3, 2014 Regular Registration: April 4, 2014
Late Registration: April 18, 2014
June 7, 2014 Regular Registration: May 9, 2014 Late Registration: May 23, 2014
Register online at www.collegeboard.com
ACT Test Dates
February 8, 2014 Regular Registration: January 10, 2014
Late Registration: January 11 – 24, 2014
April 12, 2014 Regular Registration: March 7, 2014
Late Registration: March 8 – 21, 2014
June 14, 2014 Regular Registration: May 9, 2014
Late Registration: May 10 – 23, 2014
Register online at www.actstudent.org.
TOEFL Tests: This test is for students whose first language is not English. You may register online at www.toefl.org, or check in the Career Center for more information. The Free TOEFL Practice Test is available online at www.ets.org/toeflpractice.
Fee waivers are available for students wishing to take Test whose family income meets certain guidelines. Please see Ms. Harris for further details.
**********Kaplan has partnered with Rockville and is providing our students with a FREE 24/7, SAT/ ACT/ PSAT Online Prep Course. To register visit their website at www.kaplanatschool.com/rockville. Under Kaplan’s Program Options and Pricing select “SAT On Demand”, ACT On Demand”, or “PSAT On Demand”. Once directed to product page, click “Enroll Now”. On this page, “Your Cart” you will see a box under “Order Summary”, enter the appropriate promotion code: SAT On Demand: KAS2014SAT; ACT On Demand: KAS2014ACT; PSAT On Demand: KAS2014PSAT. You will then click “Apply and Proceed to Checkout”. You will then be prompted to log in with your Kaplan Account. For further information please contact our Kaplan representative, Tina Craun, 240-447-7592 or .
· Kaplan will be partnering with Rockville once again this year and will be providing an SAT / ACT Prep class. Scholarships are available for students who are on Free and Reduced lunch. Please see Ms. Harris for a scholarship application (The course will be FREE).
· A list of SAT Prep resources is available in the College/Career Center.
COLLEGE FAIRS OPEN HOUSES INFORMATION SESSIONS
Morgan State University in Baltimore will host their Multi-Cultural Open House on Saturday, February 1, 2014 from 1:00pm – 5:00pm. Students and their families will tour the campus, attend bilingual workshops, and receive information on the college application process, financial aid and the Maryland Dream Act. Light appetizers and refreshments will also be served.
Bridgewater College, located in Bridgewater Virginia, will host Open House events on Saturday February 8th and March 1st. Please register online to attend these events at www.bridgewater.edu/visitcampus .
Loyola University will host the following “Saturday at Loyola” Open House Events:
Feb. 15th / March 15th / April 26th
Students and their families will hear from Admissions Officers and students about life at Loyola. These events will begin promptly at 11:00am and end at 1:30pm. Due to limited space, reservations are required to attend these events. Please register online at www.loyola.edu/saturday.
Seton Hall University, located in South Orange, New Jersey, will host their Open House event on February 16th beginning at 9:30 am. Please register online to attend these events at www.shu.edu/visiting .
The University of Mary Washington, located in Fredericksburg, VA, will host their Spring Visitation Days on Monday February 17th and Friday, April 11, 2014. For further information visit their website at www.admissions.umw.edu or contact them at 1-800-468-5614.
Juniata College will host their February Open House on Monday, February 17, 2014, (Presidents Day) from 8:30am – 2:00pm. Students will tour the campus, have lunch with students and faculty, attend a class and attend an information session about admission, scholarships and financial aid. Please register to attend at www.juniata.edu/visit or contact them at 814-641-3422.
*****The 2014 HBCU College Fair will take place on February 19, 2014, at Richard Montgomery High School from 6:00pm to 8:00pm, with a snow date of February 20th. On the Spot Admission Interviews will begin promptly at 4:30 pm. This Fair is open to all Students grades 9 – 12. Seniors wishing to participate in the “On The Spot Interviews must contact Ms. Harris ASAP for further information. Seniors will not have to pay any application fees and those students who are accepted may also receive scholarship offers at that time. Students should register online at https://sites.google.com/site/mcpshbcufair/.
Frostburg will host the following Saturday Open House Events in the Lane University Center from 9:30am -2:00pm:
Feb. 22nd / March 8th /March 29th / and April 12th
Please register online at www.frostburg.edu/ungrad/admiss/tour.htm .
Stevenson University will host their Open House Events on March 1st and April 26, 2014. For further information and to register visit their website at www.visit.stevenson.edu.
Roanoke College will host their Spring 2014 Visitation Days on March 22nd / April 5th and April 21st. Individual campus interviews and tours are also available Monday – Friday. For further information visit their website at www.roanoke.edu or contact them at 1-800-388-2276.
Juniata College will host their Junior Open House on April 5, 2014 from 10:00am – 2:00pm. Students and their families will tour the campus, meet faculty and students at an academic fair, and learn about the admissions process, scholarship and financial opportunities from members of the admissions and financial aid staff.
Frostburg State University / Department of Music will host their “Student for a Day” Program on April 8th for students wishing to experience life as a music major. They will see the curriculum and participate in classes as if they were a current music major. They will also receive a Free music lesson from a Music Faculty member, speak with admissions and financial aid representatives and tour the campus during their visit. .
Coppin State University located in Baltimore Maryland will host their Instant Decision Day on Friday, April 25, 2014th, in the James Weldon Johnson Auditorium beginning at 9:00am. To register please visit their website at www.coppin.edu/admissions, or by phone at 410-951-3600 or 1-800-635-3674.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
******College Goal Sunday will take place on February 9th, 2014, from 2:00pm – 4:00pm at the Montgomery College Takoma Park / Silver Spring Campus located at 7625 Fenton Street, Takoma Park MD, in the Charlene R. Nunley Student Services Center, first floor. The second College Goal Sunday event will take place on February 27th from 4:00pm – 6:00pm at the Montgomery College - Germantown Campus located at 20200 Observation Drive, Germantown, MD. Spanish interpreters will be available as well as assistance online for completing the FAFSA. Please register online at CollegeGoalSundayMD.org. For further information call 1-877-632-4709. This is a FREE service to help families complete the FAFSA.
Consult MCPS’ College/Career Center website atwww.mcps.k12.md.us/curriculum/careercenter for links to financial aid information andwww.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/careercenter/ScholarshipUpdate2.shtm for updated scholarship databases as well as through your Naviance Accounts.
You can also search for further scholarship information at the following FREE websites:
www.fastweb.com www.studentscholarships.org
www.collegeprowler.com www.schoolsoup.com/link
www.zinch.com www.brokescholar.com
www.srnexpress.com www.gocollege.com
www.collegebound.com www.studentaid.ed.gov
www.scholarships4students.com www.scholarships.com
www.scholarships.com www.e-Scholar.com
www.unusualscholarships.com www.mhec.state.md.us
www.collegenet.com www.scholarshipexperts.com
www.central-scholarship.org www.FinAid.org
www.Wiredscholar.com www.supercollege.com
www.College-Scholarships.com
http://www. bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search
******** For Military Families ……www.militaryscholar.org/
*The Academic Common Market is a tuition savings program for students wishing to study a particular program or major in another state may request a fee waiver to attend that participating ACM Institution and pay in-state tuition. For further information about the varying programs please visit the Maryland Higher Education Commissions website athttp://www.mhec.state.md.usor contact Dr. Genevieve Segura/ the Maryland State ACM Coordinator for Maryland at or contact her at 1-410-767-3301.
NEW Scholarships for the 2014 Academic Year
*******In addition to the Scholarships listed below please come to the Career Center to search from Scholarship list located in the Center. Also be sure to check your Naviance list for scholarship information as well as search each individual college that you are applying to for their OWN Scholarships!!!!!
The "I Empower" Scholarship Fund sponsored by the Greater Washington Urban League / Thursday Network, will award a scholarship in the amount of $2,000 to a graduating high school senior wishing to attend any accredited 4 year college or university of their choice. Applicants must also have a minimum 2.5 GPA, with a commitment to community service, and demonstrate financial need. Students must complete and supply 3 copies of all application materials which must be postmarked no later than January 31, 2014. Applications are available in the Career Center.
The University of Dayton has announced their 2014 Leadership in Service Scholarship for an incoming freshman. If interested in being nominated for this $10,000 scholarship ($2500 a year for 4 years) see Ms. Harris or your counselor ASAP. Only One student may be nominated per school. All nominations must be received by January 31, 2014.
The Princeton Prize in Race Relations is recognizing students who are improving race relations in their schools and communities. They will be awarding up to $1,000 cash for winners in this contest. Winners will also be invited to attend an expense paid weekend to Princeton University to participate in a weekend symposium on race. Applications are available online or by mail by visiting www.princeton.edu/pprize, texting PPRR to 97900, emailing or contacting them at 1-800-742-1036. All applications must be received by January 31, 2014.
The Montgomery College Macklin Business Institute Scholars Program is accepting applications online at www.montgomerycollege.edu/macklin. This scholarship will cover the cost of tuition for two full years at Montgomery College. Paper applications are also available in the Career Center. All applications must be received by January 31, 2014.
SCAD/ The University for Creative Careers has announced their 2013-2014 Scholarship Competition and deadline dates for submission:
Junior Challenge: 2-D and Photography Feb. 7, 2014
For further information visit their website at www.scad.edu/scadchallenge .
The American Society of Military Comptrollers/ Washington Chapter has announced their 2014 Student Award Program for graduating high school seniors, planning on entering a field of study related to financial operations; e.g., finance, accounting, economics, business administration, public administration, operations research or other related field. Membership in the ASMC is Not required. The minimum amount of this scholarship is $1,000 with a possibility of an additional one time $2,000 award. Applications must be completed and submitted with 3 letters of recommendation, an official transcript and a copy of the SAT or ACT scores. All applications must be emailed to Scholarships@Washington-ASMC by February 8, 2014, or mailed to Scholarship Committee / ASMC Washington Chapter / P.O. Box 16237 / Arlington, VA 22215-1237. Applications are available in the Career Center.
The Herff Jones Believe in You Scholarship & Principals Award is now accepting high school nominations for this special scholarship. Rockville has been asked to Nominate One senior for this scholarship. Those wishing to be nominated for this scholarship must be able to demonstrate outstanding leadership qualities, academic performance and community service. Scholarship awards will vary from $2,000, $5,000, $8,500 or $12,000. Again, only one student can be Nominated from Rockville for this scholarship. So please contact your counselor as soon as possible to express your interest in being nominated. All nominations and documents must be received by February 8, 2014.
The Ivy Vine Charities is now accepting applications for their 2014 Scholarship program. This scholarship opportunity is available to all graduating seniors planning on attending a four year college or university or Montgomery Community College. Applicants must have a minimum 2.7 GPA and have been active in school and community activities. Scholarship Awards will vary, and will be awarded in the following categories; $500 Book Awards; $1,000 Scholarship for a Montgomery County Graduating Senior planning on attending a four year college or university; $1,000 Scholarship for a Montgomery County Graduating Senior planning on attending Montgomery Community College; $1,500 Scholarship for a Graduating High School senior planning on attending a Historically Black College or University; and a $1,500 Scholarship for a Graduating High School Senior planning to attend and enrolls in a four year college or university. All applications and supporting documents must be received by February 8th, 2014 and are available in the Career Center.
The Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated has announced their 2014 Scholarship Program which is open to all high school seniors planning on attending a two or four year college or university. Applications are available in the Career Center and must be postmarked by February 13, 2014.
The Maryland Farm Bureau 2014 Scholarship Application is now available to high school seniors enrolling in college in the fall or any college student currently enrolled in a community college or four-year institution. Applicants or their parents/ guardians Must be members of the Maryland Farm Bureau in order to apply. Seven of the ten $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to agricultural curriculum majors and three will be awarded to non-agricultural or agricultural curriculum majors. For further information contact them at . Applications are available in the Career Center and must be received along with any other requested documents by email no later than 4:00pm, February 13, 2014.
The Clyde G. Nora Memorial Foundation has announced their 2014 Scholarship Award opportunity for high school seniors as well as college undergraduates. Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of leadership qualities, community and school involvement, academic performance and their ability to express their thoughts in writing. The recipient of this $1,500 scholarship will also receive a Merit Achievement Plaque Award as well. Applications are available in the Career Center and must be postmarked by February 18, 2014.
The Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity has announced their 2014 Paul Robeson Scholarship opportunity for African American males planning on attending a college or university. Scholarship amounts have varied from $1,000 - $2,500 in the past. Applications are available in the Career Center and must be received by February 28, 2014.
The Maryland Association of Elementary School Principals (MAESP) has announced the 2014 Ken Mann Scholarship. This $1,000 scholarship is open to high school seniors planning on pursuing a career as an elementary school teacher at a college or university in the state of Maryland. Applications are available and can be completed online at www.wcps.k12.md.us. Click on “Our Schools” Click on “Elementary”. Scroll down to “Lincolnshire Elementary” and click on “More info” Look for Downloadable Resources and click on “Ken Mann Scholarship Information and Application”. Print and complete the application (PDF) or you may fill out the “word document” application form by first saving it to your desktop and then word processing the information. All applications must be post marked by February 28, 2014 and must be sent by the high school guidance department to Mrs. Beth A. Allshouse at Lincolnshire Elementary School, 17545 Lincolnshire Road, Hagerstown, MD, 21742.