Southmoore Scholarship Bulletin
January-February
OKC Beautiful Service Scholarship- Deadline February, 22nd, 2016
· $2500 Scholarship
· Qualification: High school senriors that live or go to school in the OKC area and have displayed leadership skills in the area of service
· Go to: www.okcbeautiful.com/programs/teen-board/service-scholarship/ to apply
PTA Scholarship- Deadline April 6th, 2016
· $1000 Scholarship
· Must be a PTSA Member
· Application in the Counseling Center-See Mrs. Harless
JUNIORS ONLY-Coolidge Scholars Program-March 18th, 2016
· Full Ride Scholarship
· Go to coolidgescholars.org to apply
Aspiring Nursing Scholarship-Deadline June 30th, 2016
· $1000 Scholarship
· www.nursingschoolsalmanac.com to apply
Women of the South High School Scholarship-Deadline Feb. 28th, 2016
· $1000 each semester
· 2.5 GPA or above
· Applications in the counseling center-see Mrs. Harless
Commander Family Scholarship- Deadline Feb. 1st, 2016
· $2500 Scholarship
· Eligibility:
o The Commander Family Scholarship can only be used by students who are enrolled in full-time study at an academically accredited institution in the state of Oklahoma.
o Graduating seniors from high schools that participate in the Central Oklahoma Guidance Counselor Network
o Have an unweighted high school GPA ≥ 3.0.
o Demonstrate leadership and participation in school activities, and demonstrate a desire to work.
o Visit www.occf.org/scholarships to apply
Oklahoma City Alumnae Panhellenic Foundation Scholarship-Deadline March 1st, 2016.
· 13-$1500 Scholarships
· Will graduate from a public or private high school in the greater Oklahoma City area.
· Will be attending a University in the State of Oklahoma with National Panhellenic Conference sorority affiliations in the fall of 2016. Eligible universities include: Cameron University, East Central University, Northeastern State University, Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma State University, Rogers State University, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, University of Central Oklahoma, University of Oklahoma, and University of Tulsa.
· Has obtained a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.25 (unweighted), and a minimum score of 22 on the ACT.
· Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, citizenship and need.
Aspiring Fashion Professional Scholarship-Deadline June 1st, 2016
· $1000 Scholarship
· Students interested in pursuing a fashion degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college.
· Visit www.fashion-schools.org- scholarship located at the bottom of the page.
Aspiring Animation Professional- Deadline June 1st, 2016
· $1000 Scholarship
· Students interested in pursuing a career in animation at an accredited post-secondary school or college.
· Visit http://www.animationcareerreview.com/ to find eligibility information along with application.
Hearing Loss Association of America- Deadline April 1, 2016
· Must have a Hearing Loss
· $500 each
· Apply at www.OKCHearingLoss.org or pick up application at Hearing Helper’s Room, 5100 N. Brookline, St. #100, OKC
Jimmie L Dean Scholarship Foundation
· Apply at www.jimmiedeanfoundation.org
· $10,000/yr scholarship
· Major has to be science related
Delta Theta Chi Sorority Scholarship- Deadline February 1st, 2016
· $2600
· Apply at www.deltathetachi.org
Navy ROTC Scholarship- www.nrotc.navy.mil
· Basic Requirements:
o Must be U.S. Citizen
o 17 years old by 30 September of first year of college
o ACT: Math =21, English=22 OR SAT: Math=520, Critical Reading=530
o Must be able to pass Military Entrance Physical Examination and Navy Physical Fitness Test
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship- Deadline January 31st
· $2000 Scholarship
· Must attend an in state university or college
· See Mrs. Harless in counseling center for application
· applicant’s commitment to education and commitments to community (extra-curricular
Unique Scholarships- www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships
Native American Scholarships
http://www.njoma.com/uploads/Links-Native_American_Scholarships.pdf
Culinary Scholarships
Are you planning to attend a culinary school? If so, check out these scholarships!
Website:WWW.USNEWS.COM/EDUCATION/BLOGS/THE-SCHOLARSHIP-COACH/2012/07/05/CULINARY-SCHOLARSHIPS-SERVE-UP-VARIED-CAREER-OPPORTUNITIES
Students with Learning Disabilities (Various)
5 Scholarships for Students With Learning Disabilities
Website:WWW.USNEWS.COM/EDUCATION/BLOGS/THE-SCHOLARSHIP-COACH/2012/10/25/5-SCHOLARSHIPS-FOR-STUDENTS-WITH-LEARNING-DISABILITIES
Scholarships for Volunteers Reward Students Who Give Back
Deadline: Various
There are local and national funds available to students volunteering in their communities.
Website:WWW.USNEWS.COM/EDUCATION/BLOGS/THE-SCHOLARSHIP-COACH/2012/12/06/SCHOLARSHIPS-FOR-VOLUNTEERS-REWARD-STUDENTS-WHO-GIVE-BACK
Folds of Honor Foundation
Deadline: Accepted Year Round
Provides post-secondary educational scholarships for children and spouses of military service men and women killed or disabled while serving our great nation.
Website:WWW.FOLDSOFHONOR.ORG/FILES/APPLICATIONS/FHF_CHILDREN%27S_SCHOLARSHIP_APPLICATION_1_0.PDF
McNair Scholars Program
Deadline: Year Round
Scholarship program is designed to prepare students for careers as graduate students, professors or professional researchers. Must be full time student, with 42 hours or more completed, 3.0 GPA & first generation college student or student from an underrepresented ethnic group.
Website:HTTP://MCNAIRSCHOLARS.COM/RESOURCES/
Oklahoma City Community Foundation-Various
Deadline: Various
If you're looking for scholarships, don't forget to visit www.occf.org. There you'll find an abundance of scholarship opportunities for students right here in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma City Community Foundation is home to more than 120 scholarship funds established by individuals, organizations and companies. These funds share the common goal of helping to make a difference in the lives of others. The foundation is now able to receive your transcripts electronically if your high school participates in this free service. Please see website for details on the list of scholarships.
Website:WWW.OCCF.ORG
SMART
Deadline: Various
Part of the National Defense Education Program, science, math, and research for transformation. Open to undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Website:HTTP://SMART.ASEE.ORG/
Varsity Tutors Scholarship
Deadline: Monthly
Varsity Tutors holds a monthly $1,000 college scholarship contest where students must write an essay in response to a monthly prompt. Visitors to the Varsity Tutors scholarship webpage are able to vote via social media for submitted entries. The top five entries with the most votes are reviewed by Varsity Tutors at the end of the month and one winner is subsequently chosen to receive the $1,000 college scholarship.
Website:WWW.VARSITYTUTORS.COM/COLLEGE-SCHOLARSHIP