October
Outstanding Students of America
Scholarships program available for high school seniors payable to the college of the students’ choice. See FAQ on website for more information. www.outstandingstudentsofamerica.com.
Horatio Alger Association
Scholarships to assist 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. Apply online at www.horatioalger.org/scholarships
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
Each year the foundation awards 250 merit-based scholarships. Applicants should have a minimum of 3.0 GPA. You must apply on-line at www.coca-colascholars.org, and you will need to have the school CEEB code, which is 446-970.
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards honor young people in middle and high school grades for outstanding volunteer service to their communities. Created in 1995 by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals [NASSP], the awards constitute the United States’ largest youth recognition program based solely on volunteering at the local, state, and national level. www.prudential.com, or type in key phrase: Prudential Spirit of community awards.
November
Emory Scholars Program
Emory Scholar awards span four years of undergraduate study and range from 2/3 tuition to full-tuition, room, board, and fees. While at Emory, scholars may participate in an extensive program of educational enrichment including independent research: they may receive stipends to enjoy cultural and social events; they may use awards to study abroad during the school year; and in their summers, they may participate in diverse service-learning opportunities.
The nomination form along with the student’s complete application for admission is required.
http://www.college.emory.edu/current/achievement/scholars/index.html
Hendrix College
The Hays Memorial Scholarship is the most prestigious scholarship offered each year by Hendrix College. The award covers tuition, student activity fee, double occupancy residence hall room, and fifteen meal board plan. Eligibility requirements 3.6 GPA, ACT score of 32 or SAT score of 1410. Visit www.hendrix.edu to apply, and find out about more scholarships.
Intel Science Talent Search
Scholarships available for students who have completed Independent Research projects and wish to pursue careers in science, math, engineering, or medicine. Information can be obtained from www.intel.com/pressroom/kits/education/ists.htm.
Art Institute Passion for Fashion Scholarships
The Passion for Fashion Competition challenges teens to create their own original design, fashion marketing, merchandising, or retail management plan. Grand prize winners will receive a full-tuition scholarship to The Art Institute at which they enter the competition, a trip to New York’s Fashion Week, and a “meet and greet” at Seventeen Magazine. More than $100,000 in tuition scholarships to The Art Institutes will be awarded. For more information: http://www.artinstitute.edu/Competitions/HighSchoolCompetitions.aspx
Metro PCS Scholarship
Applicants must participate in school activities, have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, exhibit strong work habits, provide a statement of goals and aspirations. Information can be obtained from www.metropcs.com/scholarship
Society of Automotive Engineers
SAE offers a number of scholarships to qualified students who intend to earn a degree in engineering or a related science. Seniors who meet minimum requirements with regard to GPA and test scores as outlined in the individual requirements for each scholarship are encouraged to apply. Apply on-line at http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/
December
Louisiana Tech University Music Scholarship
If you are interested in pursuing a music degree, you must audition to be considered for scholarships and admittance into the Department of Music degree programs. The audition process is separate from being admitted to Louisiana Tech. All applicants are encouraged to apply for admission to Louisiana Tech prior to December 1, 2009 to ensure consideration for academic scholarships. Audition dates for January can be found at http://performingarts.latech.edu/music.
Please apply at least two weeks prior to the audition.
The Haraldson Foundation
Haraldson Foundation need-based scholarships are awarded to University of Texas bound high school seniors who have high SAT or ACT scores, are graduating in the top 10% of their graduating class, and who demonstrate leadership in extra curricular activities, community service, and moral character. For more information: www.haraldsonfoundation.org
SAE Engineering Scholarship Program
Student must intend to enroll in an engineering program accredited by ABET. Applicant must meet minimum requirements with regard to grade point average, SAT I Reasoning Test and/or ACT scores as outlined in the individual requirements of each scholarship. Information can be obtained from www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm
Being an American Essay Contest
Applicant must write an essay of 500 words. Visit the website for more details: www.beinganamerican.org/rules
Ben Kaplan’s Power of Family Scholarships
Scholarships are open to students of any age. The unique awards competition asks students—along with their parents, mentors, coaches, or other supporters—to contribute equally to the application process: one 500—word essay is submitted by the student and a second 500—word essay is submitted by the primary supporter. Be sure to give your primary supporter plenty of time to complete their essay! Ten $1000 scholarships will be awarded. Apply on-line at ScholarshipsCoach.com.
Texas A&M University – Office of Honors Programs and Academic Scholarships
TAMU’s office of Honors Programs and Academic Scholarships provides many competitive academic scholarships and honors study. One application allows qualified students to be considered for all scholarships available at Texas A&M. Information can be obtained from http://honors.tamu.edu/scholarships/default.aspx
American Architectural Foundation
The American Institute of Architects and the American Architectural Foundation offer the Minority/Disadvantaged Scholarships in order to encourage diversity and equity in the architectural profession. These scholarships are open to high school seniors and college freshmen who plan to study architecture at a NAAB accredited program. Please visit archfoundation.org/aaf/programs.fellowships.htm
AXA Achievement Scholarships
Scholarships awarded to 52 students nationwide who are well-rounded, committed to making a difference and have demonstrated achievement on a job, sport, or extracurricular activity. AXA Achievers possess an extra element of grit and determination that will help them succeed in life. For information or an application, visit http://www.axa-achievement.com
US Navy Scholarships
Applicant must be a US citizen and at least 17 years old. Other requirements applicable depending on specific scholarship program. For More information contact the Naval reserve Officer Training Corps and Nurse NROTC program at www.navy.com/benefits/education/nrotc
All-Ink.com Scholarship
Applicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA and write a 50 – 200 word essay. For more information: www.all-ink.com/scholarship.aspx
January
Walton Family Foundation Scholarship
Scholarship available to son/daughter of a Wal-Mart employed full-time for at least one year who is a graduating high school senior. Student must register in a 2- or 4- year institution for undergraduate studies. Students attending 2- year institution must agree to transfer to a 4- year institution. Applicants must score a minimum of 22 on the ACT Composite or 1030 SAT combined test score. Applicants must prove financial need by required documents. For More information: www.walmartfoundation.org
American Foreign Service Assosciation Essay Contest
The members of the Foreign Service are like the olive branches in the right talon of the American eagle, advising the president and Secretary of State about foreign relations and carrying out the president's foreign policies. The members of the military service are like the arrows in the eagle's left talon. Although these two groups work together for the national interest of the United States, the Foreign Service is not as well known as the military service. The objective of this contest is to help you and other teenagers better understand how the men and women of the Foreign Service serve the national interests of the United States. The Nelson B. Delavan Foundation, the Diplomatic Automobile Sales, Inc. and the American Foreign Service Association are the sponsors of the National High School Essay contest. The address to send entries is 2101 E Street, NW, WASHINGTON, D.C. 20037. For further information call (202) 338-4045, or Fax (202) 338-6820. The registration form is available online at www.afsa.org, but must be printed out and mailed.
Louisiana Tech University Music Scholarship
If you are interested in pursuing a music degree, you must audition to be considered for scholarships and admittance into the Department of Music degree programs. The audition process is separate from being admitted to Louisiana Tech. All applicants are encouraged to apply for admission to Louisiana Tech prior to December 1, 2008 to ensure consideration for academic scholarships. Audition dates for January can be found at http://performingarts.latech.edu/music.
Please apply at least two weeks prior to the audition.
Ron Brown Scholarship Program
African – American high school seniors who will make significant contributions to society. Applicants must excel academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need. Information can be obtained from www.ronbrown.org
Prairie View A&M USDA/1890 National Scholars Program
In 2006, the USDA and 17 Historically Black Land Grant Universities and Tuskegee University will offer 34 fully paid, 4-year scholarships, use of a computer, summer employment, and employment benefits. The University will pay for room and board. Students must be US citizens, demonstrate leadership and sign a service agreement to work one year for USDA [with pay] for each years financial assistance is received. Application for Prairie View A&M can be completed online at http://1890scholars.program.usda.gov
Gates Millennium Scholars
Scholarship established to provide outstanding low income African American, American Indian/Alaska Natives, Asian Pacific Islander American and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in any discipline area of interest. Applications may be completed online at http://www.gmsp.org
Wal-Mart Associate Scholarship
Scholarship available to associate employed full-time or part-time for at least six months who is a graduating high school senior. Applicants must score a minimum of 18 on the ACT Composite or 800 SAT combined test score. Applicants must prove financial need by required documents. For More information: www.walmartfoundation.org
Sam Walton Community Scholarship
Since 1981, Wal-Mart Stores, Ins. has offered the Sam Walton Community Scholarship program to graduating high school seniors. Interested students need to logon to www.walmartfoundation.org for more information.
Lone Star Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Annual Scholarship Program
This Program was put into place to assist students who either have multiple sclerosis (MS) or have a parent with MS and would like to achieve a higher level of education. All applicants must meet the basic eligibility criteria, fully complete the application, and meet the deadline. The application form will be available in October on the Society's web site www.nationalMSsociety.org/get-involved/programs-and-services/scholarship/index.aspx. Contact your chapter by calling 1-800-Fight MS with any questions you may have.
Mensa Foundation Scholarship
Applicants must submit a 500 word essay. Information can be obtained from www.mensafoundation.org/scholarships
Ronald McDonald House Charities
As a part of the RMHC commitment to education, local RMHC Chapters, with support of RMHC Global, offer scholarships to eligible graduating US high school seniors who face limited access to educational and career opportunities in their communities. Scholarship awards are given on a student’s demonstrated academic achievement, financial need and community involvement. For more information: http://www.rmhc.org/scholarships/rmhc-national-scholarship-program#available
Micron Science and Technology Scholars Program
Micron Technology Foundation is pleased to announce that scholarships will be awarded in the Micron Science and Technology Program to students who have demonstrated excellence in academics and leadership. Students must have a combined SAT Verbal / Math score of 1350 or a composite ACT score of 30 as well as an unweighted GPA of 3.5 – 4.0. Students must also plan to major in a science field at an accredited four-year college or university. Visit www.micron.com/about/foundation/scholars.aspx.
Texas Lyceum Leadership Awards
One of the missions of the Texas Lyceum is to identify and develop the next generation of top leadership in the State of Texas, and to do this, this program invests in Texas schools, communities, and future leaders by offering scholarships awards to qualified individuals. The purpose of offering this scholarship is to assist motivated Texas students, exhibiting leadership qualities, to attain their goals through higher education. For more information, see Mr. Jackson.
Texas Student Housing Scholarship Program
A scholarship program that makes awards available to graduating seniors who are accepted to attend college in Austin, College station, Denton or San Marcos and have not signed off campus housing leases. Texas State University and Texas Women’s University normally do not permit first year students to live off campus. Application is available in Mr. Jackson’s office.
The McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarships
The entrepreneurial scholarships are available to high school students who have started a business. The Foundation will award 100 student scholarships of up to $10,000 per year for four years of college. For more information, see http://mckelveyfoundation.org/entrepreneurial/
American Dream Scholarship
Established in partnership with the United Negro College Fund, the American Dream Scholarship Program is open to African Americans with financial need. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, with a minimum 2.5 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale), who meet Pell Grant eligibility criteria, and are enrolled full time at approved, accredited, undergraduate institutions. Scholarships range from $500 - $5000. For more information see http://www.thesalliemaefund.org/smfnew/scholarship/american_dream.html
First in My Family Scholarship Program
The First in My Family Scholarship Program, developed in partnership with the Hispanic College Fund, offers scholarships to Hispanic-American students who are the first in their family to attend college and have financial need. The program is open to Hispanic Americans who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents enrolled as full time undergraduate students at approved, accredited institutions. Students must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). Scholarships range from $500 to $5,000. Refer to http://www.thesalliemaefund.org/smfnew/scholarship/first_family.html
Unmet Need Scholarships
Open to families with a combined income of $30,000 or less, this program is intended to supplement financial aid packages that fall more than $1,000 short of students' financial need. This scholarship is not designed as a substitute for aid provided by an institution. The Unmet Need Scholarship program is open to US citizens and permanent residents who are accepted or enrolled as full-time undergraduate students at approved, accredited institutions. Students must have a minimum 2.5 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) to be eligible to apply. Recipients will be selected based on financial need. Unmet Need Scholarships range from $1000 – $3800. For more information: http://www.thesalliemaefund.org/smfnew/scholarship/Unmet_need.html