Parkland Magnet High School
Scholarship News #10
April 8, 2016
These updates are one source of college and scholarship information this year. There are many other resources that you can use to search for scholarships, and some of those websites are listed below. The biggest pool of scholarship monies comes from the colleges themselves – please check the Scholarship/Financial Aid webpages of the schools that you are most interested in for information on their scholarship opportunities and selection process.
Other Scholarship Resources:
· Fast Web: www.fastweb.com
· College Board Big Future: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search
· The Winston Salem Foundation: http://www.wsfoundation.org/page.aspx?pid=802
· Federal Student Aid: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/types/grants-scholarships/finding-scholarships#when-apply
· NC Hispanic College Fund: http://thencshp.org/programs/nc-hispanic-college-fund/
Scholarship / Amount / Criteria / Application / Deadline*******New scholarships are highlighted -
Burke-Joines Scholarship / varies / · At the time of application, be a resident of public housing; be a resident in a rent-assisted unit; or have a family income at or below the poverty level
· Senior in WSFCS high school or be able to obtain a GED before the commencement of study at Forsyth Technical Community College.
· Demonstrate academic achievement, character, good citizenship, and qualities of leadership. / APPLICATION PROCESS:
The online application is available by sending an email to . The application must be received by the April 8, 2016 deadline in order to receive consideration. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Applications and transcripts should be electronically mailed to the above provided email address. / April 15, 2016
Alpha Kappa Alpha / Phi Omega Scholarship (3)
The Pearl Scholarship (4) / · Min. 3.0 GPA
· School/community activities
· Demonstrated leadership
· Demonstrated evidence of service
· Plans to attend 4 yr college / Paper applications available in Counseling Office Scholarship Drawer.
Completed application, transcript, activity resume, and senior photo required. / April 15, 2016
Malloy Scholarship / $500 - $1000 / · Be residents of Forsyth County
· Demonstrate resiliency and strength of character to overcome the challenges of life with integrity, optimism, and a strong sense of humor
· Demonstrate concern and support for others
· accepted into a post-secondary program that leads to a degree or certification
· Have a 2.0 -3.5 GPA
/ Students who wish to receive consideration must submit the following to Saint James United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 176, Rural Hall, NC 27045, no later than April 15th of their senior year:
· application completed in full and signed by applicant and parent/guardian;
· 250-500 word essay;
· Official copy of high school transcript through the first sem of 12th grade
· Official letter of acceptance from college / April 15, 2016
Masjid Al-Mu’ Minun / $500 / · Hs senior
· GPA 2.5 – 4.0 / Paper applications available in Counseling Office Scholarship Drawer. / April 15, 2016
Kimberly Park Chapter WSSU National Alumni Association / $1000 / · Must be accepted to WSSU
· Member of an underserved population
· Demonstrated financial need / Paper applications available in Counseling Office Scholarship Drawer. / April 15, 2016
Cash Ibraham Scholarship / $1000 / · Unique aptitude
· Financial need
· Potential
· Leadership
· / 1 Nominee Selected by Scholarship Committee
Paper applications available in Counseling Office scholarship drawer:
1. a recent snapshot or small picture
2. 3 letters of recommendation verifying your interests, abilities, and accomplishments.
(Note: 1 letter must be from a counselor or principal.)
3. a copy of your high school transcript
4. High School Resume / Turn in to Mrs. Samek by April 15, 2016
The Equality Winston-Salem Scholarship / up to $4000 / • resident of Forsyth County
• minimum (GPA) 2.0
• 2016 grad
• Demonstrate active involvement/leadership in a Gay/Straight Alliance, Equality Club or in the general (LGBTQ) community
• not based on financial need; however, financial need can be mentioned / Online at: www.equalitywinstonsalem.org / April 15, 2016
Kuandelea Alumni Chapter Scholarship / TBD / · WSFCS graduate planning to attend WSSU
· No minimum ACT/SAT
· Application, activity list and 2 letters or recommendation are required / Paper application available in guidance. / April 15, 2016
WS/FC Association of Retired School Personnel / $1000 / · Pursuing a career in EDUCATION
· Accepted at a college for 2016
· Evidence of scholarship and good character
· Not awarded other major scholarship $ / Paper applications available in Counseling Office Scholarship Drawer. / Due to Mrs. Samek by April 19, 2016
Parkland High School Class of 1985 Scholarship / $500 / · “C” average
· Financial need
· Recommendations / Paper applications available in Counseling Office Scholarship Drawer. / April 22, 2016
Student-View Scholarship Programs / $500 - $4000 / · No essay
· No minimum ACT/SAT / www.student-view.com / April 22, 2016
NAACP Scholarship / $500 / · 2.5 GPA or better
· Plans to enroll as a full time 2 or 4 yr college
· Financial need / Paper applications available in Counseling Office Scholarship Drawer. / April 22, 20-16 POSTMARK
Brown Alumni Chapter – WSSU / $1000 / · Min 2.8 GPA
· Will attend WSSU / Paper applications available in Counseling Office Scholarship Drawer.
· Essay
· Senior photo
· Application
· 2 recommendations / April 27, 2016 POSTMARK
Psi Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity 2016 Scholarship / TBD / · African-American males only / Apply Online at: www.psiphichapter.org
Complete the electronic document and print / April 29, 2016
Independence Good Fellows Scholarship / TBD / · Academics with emphasis on community service and involvement
· Cover letter, application, and copy of acceptance letter required / Paper applications available in guidance scholarship drawer. Submit online to: / May 1, 2016
NC Alpha Delta Kappa Achievement Scholarship / TBD / · GPA between 2.5-3.5
· SAT 1344-1560 OR
· ACT 20-24
THIS SCHOLARSHIP IS DESIGNED FOR STUDENTS WITH GRADES AND SCORES FALLING WITHIN THESE RANGES ONLY. STUDENTS WITH LOWER OR HIGHER SCORES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. / Apply online: http://www.nccommunityfoundation.org/scholarships/show?id=822&from=120 / May 1, 2016
Suntrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes / $500 / · Current HS seniors
· Enter online up to 15 times during sweepstakes period / Enter at: www.suntrusteducation.com/scholarshipsweepstakes / May 13, 2016
Big Sun Scholarship / Varies / · Student athlete / Online at: http://www.bigsunathletics.com / June 17, 2016
Important Dates/Deadlines/Reminder:
· https://www.cfnc.org/static/pdf/home/sc/pdf/admissions_deadlines.pdf
· You and your parent will need a FAFSA ID to complete your FAFSA online. Get one NOW at: https://fsaid.ed.gov/npas/index.htm