CMR High School
Scholarship News
Scoop #2
November
2015-2016
Financial Aid Information
The 2016-17 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms for the current senior class will be available online in early December. The information needed on the FAFSA form will be based on your and your parent’s 2014 tax information. Financial aid forms cannot be sent in until January 2015. Encourage your parents to file their taxes early.
A number of financial aid programs are available if you qualify: College Work-Study, Pell Grants, Supplemental Education Opportunities Grants, Stafford Loan Programs, Perkins Loans, Approved Veterans Training, State Grants and Loans, Academic Scholarships, Cooperative Education Plans, College Funds, Athletic Scholarships, and Minority Scholarships. See your local lender (banks, credit unions, etc.) or college financial aid directors of the schools that are of interest.
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Time to Register - Selective Service and You
All male United States citizens and male aliens residing in the U. S. and its territories must register within the period starting 30 days before, and ending 30 days after, their 18th birthday.
Log on to and you can get yourself registered in about 5 minutes. If you have any questions or need assistance, please see Mrs. Lowry in the counseling office.
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MSU Premier Scholarship Program
Montana State University will offer scholarships through the MSU Premier Scholarship Program. These awards are targeted toward Montana freshmen who show academic promise based upon ACT and/or SAT scores and grade point average. Leadership experience, activities, honors and financial need may also be considered. If you are planning to attend MSU-Bozeman next year, you should apply for admission, have your ACT and/or SAT scores sent to MSU and complete the scholarship application. Scholarship application information is available at: Apply early as these scholarships will only be available for a limited time! Deadline is February 2, 2016.
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Great Falls Moose Lodge #532 Scholarship
The Great Falls Moose Lodge #532 will be awarding a $500 scholarship to a graduating senior with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicants must write an essay of 500 words telling about themselves and their goals. Complete scholarship packets, which must include counselor signature, must be postmarked by December 15th. Pick up the application in the Advisement Center.
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Montana State University 2016 Presidential Scholarship
The Presidential Scholarship is MSU's most prestigious scholarship award. Up to twenty Presidential Scholarships will be awarded to freshmen entering Montana State University-Bozeman in September, 2015.
Criteria: Students will be selected as finalists on the basis of their academic accomplishments, intellectual or creative distinctions, extracurricular activities, letters of reference, and original essays.
Eligibility:
• Applicants must apply for admission to MSU-Bozeman as an entering freshman.
• Should have a cumulative GPA or 3.75 and a composite score of 30 on the ACT or 2000 on the SAT. Exceptions to these norms may be indicated on your application.
*The application can be accessed at Students are encouraged to visit the site and begin the application process in a timely manner as the process in quite lengthy. Deadline is Dec. 14, 2015. Please see Mrs. Lowry for questions or more information.
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University of Montana Scholarships
Davidson Honors College Presidential Leadership Scholarship
Applications for the Davidson Honors College Presidential Leadership Scholarship at the University of Montana are available and can be downloaded and printed at Application deadline is December 31st.
Montana Resident Entering Student Scholarship
To apply you must complete the University of Montana Undergraduate application no later than December 31st. All general scholarships will be considered from the undergraduate application. The application can be downloaded and printed at:
**Students DO NOT need to complete both applications. Those not awarded a Presidential Leadership Scholarship will automatically be considered for the Montana Resident Entering Student Scholarship
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MT Minds National Science Foundation Scholarship
There are 20 scholarships for $6500 per year, which are renewable for 3 years, open to students who will attend Montana Tech. You can apply online at Other scholarships for MT Tech are also offered at this website. Deadline is Feb. 1, 2015.
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Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship
Any high school senior who is a US citizen is eligible to apply. Male and female students compete separately for identical awards that range from $1,500-$10,000. Scoring is based on scholarship, leadership and financial need. Applications are available online at Please stop by the Advisement Center to pick up the Elk’s instruction form. They ask that you follow directions closely. Application deadline is on or before December 5, 2015. You must deliver the applicationyourselfto the Elk’s Lodge (500 1st Ave S).
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Elks National Foundation Legacy Award
The Elks National Foundation Legacy Scholarship awards one-year, $4,000 scholarships to children and grandchildren of active Elk members who are high school seniors going on to college and exhibit the core values of the Elks National Foundation: Knowledge, Charity, Community and Integrity. Applications are available online at and the deadline is January 31, 2016.
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NFIB Scholarship
The National Federation of Independent Business created the foundation to promote the importance of free enterprise and small business. The foundation will be providing scholarships to students who own and operate their own small business and are entering their freshman year of college in 2016. Applicant must meet certain academic standards. For more information and to apply, log on to .Deadline is December 18, 2015.
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National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarships
Each year, the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution awards over $150,000 through more than 25 scholarships to young individuals for their outstanding academic achievements. The DAR Scholarship general application and the DAR Scholarship Financial Need form, as well as application forms for specific scholarship, such as the American Indian Scholarship, the Frances Crawford Marvin American Indian Scholarship, and the CD format requirement for the Nellie Love Butcher Music Scholarship can be found at
All scholarship materials must be postmarked by February 15, 2016.
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MontanaCommunity Foundation Scholarship
Applications for the Montana Community Foundation’s Scholarship Program are now available online at Awards range from between $500 - $5,000 and all awards are designated to specifically benefit Montana students. The search page will ask students to answer some basic questions to determine which programs they qualify for. If the student qualifies for a specific scholarship, the program will link to the application to fill out.
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National MS Society Scholarship Program
The National MS Society Scholarship Program provides scholarships for students to pursue post-secondary education. Applicants must either live with MS or have a parent with MS and be attending an accredited postsecondary school for the first time. Applicants must be a United States citizen and must be enrolled in at least six credit hours per semester in course work. Applications must be completed online at: Application deadline is January 15, 2016.
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Big Sun Scholarship
The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to continue to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. We are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in. Applications are available at: Deadline for application is June 17, 2016.
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GE Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program
The GE Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program annually awards roughly 20 college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with $10,000 renewable scholarship – up to $40,000 total per recipient. For more information, eligibility requirements, and an online application, visit Application deadline is January 7, 2016.
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Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with our scholarship program. They will be awarding up to $1,000 to the winner(s). Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site: Deadline is June 10, 2016.
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Fred and VisiliaGrasseschi Scholarship for Outstanding Football Athletes
The Fred & VisiliaGrasseschi Scholarship will be given this year to an applicant with the following qualifications:
• Student at CMR High School
•Football player given preference
• Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
• Must have lettered in at least one high school sport and participated in one extra-curricular activity for each of the four years in high school
•Must show financial need
• Must provide two letters of recommendation, one from a faculty/staff member and the other from a coach.
Applications available in the Advisement Center. Application deadline is March 7, 2016.
Completed applications can be turned into Mrs. Lowry in the Advisement Center
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Kelly Johnson Memorial Scholarship
Criteria:
1. Student must file a completed application by March 7, 2016.
2. Application must be accompanied by two (2) letters of recommendation (one must be either a teacher or a coach).
3. Student must have a good G.P.A.
4. Student must be an athlete.
Applications available in the Advisement Center. Deadline: March 7, 2016.
Completed applications can be turned into Mrs. Lowry in the Advisement Center
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TreacyGiesler Memorial Scholarship
TreacyGiesler was a 1984 graduate of Charles M. Russell High School. Throughout her junior and senior years she suffered from a debilitating brain tumor. In spite of the tumor, her determination, compassion for others and love of life triumphed. She participated in many activities and maintained a high academic record. The TreacyGiesler Memorial Scholarship was established by her family and friends and is funded annually as a continuing tribute to her memory.
Criteria of Scholarship:
•Graduating CMR senior who is seeking further accredited education
•3.0 GPA
•Demonstration of having overcome some adversity (economic, emotional, family conflict, learning OR physical disability)
•Demonstrate participation in school and community activities
•Demonstrate concern for others and self determination
•One letter of recommendation and transcript required. The letter of recommendation should address the areas of character, citizenship, determination, and self-discipline
Applications may be picked up in the Advisement Center. Deadline:March 7, 2016.
Completed applications can be turned into Mrs. Lowry in the Advisement Center
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Bertha Feaster Scholarship
A four-year renewable scholarship (minimum of $3,000 annually) is being offered for students who meet the following criteria:
•3.0 high school GPA or better
• Must provide proof of financial need
• Letter of recommendation from two teachers and two non-family members
• Good citizenship
• Must attend a school, public or private, in Montana
Applications are available in the Advisement Center. Application deadline is March 7, 2016.
Completed applications can be turned into Mrs. Lowry in the Advisement Center
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Lillian Lemire Scholarship
The Lillian Lemire Scholarship has been established to assist students graduating from C.M.Russell High School who will go on to attend a Montana college. Students must show financial need, have a GPA of at least 2.7, and must have participated in at least one school sponsored sport and one extracurricular activity for each of the four years the students attended CMR. Students need not have lettered in the sport, only participated. The essence of this $1,000 scholarship is to provide an opportunity for students who show diligence, work ethic, and the ability to work hard toward a goal. This scholarship cannot be awarded to a student who has received any other scholarship in excess of $1,000.
Applications are available in the Advisement Center.Application deadline is March 14, 2016.
Completed applications can be turned into Mrs. Lowry in the Advisement Center
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Dean Riggin Memorial Music Scholarship
The essence of this scholarship is to provide an opportunity for students who show a dedication to the field of music, diligence, work ethic, and the ability to work hard toward a goal. This scholarship cannot be awarded to a student who has received any other scholarship in excess of $1,000. Any student who is awarded this scholarship will receive approximately $500 for the school year immediately following graduation.
Applications are available in the Advisement Center. Application deadline is March 14, 2016.
Completed applications can be turned into Mrs. Lowry in the Advisement Center
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University of Great Falls ARGO STEM Scholarship
UGF, in partnership with the National Science Foundation, is offering (16) four-year renewable scholarships to full time chemistry, biology, or math students entering UGF in the fall of 2016. Students must be MT residents majoring in chemistry, biology, or math, have completed three years of high school science, and meet certain SAT/ACT criteria. Application deadline is February 1, 2016. Contact the University of Great Falls Admissions office or email .
MT Jaycee Foundation Scholarship
Applications for the $1,000 scholarship given by MT Jaycees, based on scholarship and community service, are available online at Click on Scholarship and Senatorship Forms, then select the MT JC Scholarship Application Form. Applications must be mailed to Janet Prescott at 1060 Weaver Rd. Belgrade, MT 59714. Deadline is Jan. 9, 2016.
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AXA-Achievement Scholarship
Are you active in your community? Have you lead a project to benefit others? Have you overcome personal challenges? If so, you should apply for the $2,500 AXA Achievement Scholarship. 375 scholarships will be given nationwide. For more information, please visit Deadline is December 15, 2015.
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Spokeo Connections Scholarship Search
The top 50 scholarships for 2015-2016 are listed on this easy to navigate scholarship page. This is a private site, so read carefully before submitting information. National sites like this can be very helpful, but one must read thoroughly before using their services. Visit for more information.
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Honors Graduation-Multi-Media Scholarship
For the 2015-16 school year, Honors Grad U is offering five $1,000 scholarships to different students who qualify. This is a multi-media scholarship contest where students can submit projects in art, photography, videography, music and creative writing. Visit Deadline is March 20, 2016.
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