post-secondary education funding opportunities scholarship
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Post-Secondary Education
Funding Opportunities
Scholarship Listing
Counseling and Advising
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NOTE:
The above Post-Secondary Education Funding Resources Scholarship Listing links are provided as a resource.
This is not an all-inclusive resource list.
If you need additional assistance, please visit your high school counselor and/or campus college readiness staff (if available) for the most up-to-
date information.
You are encouraged to contact the sponsoring organization for the accuracy of deadlines and/or other requirements or if you have additional
questions. For some links, you may have to search through the company/organization website directly.
Counseling and Advising does not endorse one Post-Secondary Education Funding opportunity over another.
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Scholarship Grade Level
Eligibility Requirements
Award Amount
Application or Contact Information
10 Words or Less Scholarship
9th-12th Anyone who is in between the ages of 14-25 who will be attending school in the fall of 2015.
Submit answers to the essay question prior to the deadline.
StudentScholarship.org provides this scholarship. In order to apply for our scholarship follow these instructions: Go to www.facebook.com/myscholarships. On the left hand side of the page you will find an area entitled “10 Words or Less Scholarship”. In the comment section underneath the “10 Words or Less Scholarship” answer the question.
$500 For more information, visit: http://www.studentscholarship.org/ease.php
Admissions Essay Scholarship Contest
12th Legal Residents of the U.S.
Graduated from high school within the last three years.
Students must submit an essay used for admission to college to enter.
Please note: In the event there is an insufficient number of qualified entries or if the judges determine in their absolute discretion that no or too few entries meet the quality standards established to award the prizes, Neshoba Press reserves the right not to award the prize.
$1000 Neshoba Press 555 Dryad Road Santa Monica, CA 904022 United States Phone: (310) 737-8030 [email protected]
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AH & LEF Scholarships-American Hotel and Lodging Education Foundation Self-Nominated Scholarships *Incoming Freshman Scholarship *Graduate Scholarship *Ecolab Scholarship *Hyatt Hotel Funds for Minority Lodging Management Students. *American Express Scholarship
12th Incoming freshmen for the upcoming fall semester, which is defined as a student who has never enrolled in a college or university.
An undergraduate hospitality management major at a U.S. college or university.
Enrolled in at 12 credits hours for the upcoming fall and spring semesters.
A minimum overall GPA of 3.0
A U.S. citizen or Permanent U.S. resident
$500-$5000 For more information and/or to apply online or download the application visit: www.ahlef.org Submit application and all required documents to: American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation 1201 New York Ave. NW, Ste 600 Washington, DC 20005-3931 For questions, please contact AH & LEF at 202-289-3180 or [email protected]
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Al’s Formal Wear Scholarship
12th To be eligible to win, participants must be at least 17 years of age and must be registered and currently attending an accredited high school in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, or Arkansas.
Essay Contest
Visit the nearest Al’s Formal Wear Store for an application
For store location, dial your area code, then 730-4-TUX
2-$1000 Online: http://www.alsformalwear.com/scholarships.asp By mail: Al’s Formal Wear Scholarship Committee 7807 Main Street Houston, Texas 77030
American Ground Water Trust Scholarships
12th Several awards available to high school seniors who intend to pursue a career in a ground water related field
$1000 $2000 $2500
Apply online at: http://www.agwt.org/content/scholarships
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Animal Rescue TV Art Contest- “Animal Rescue”
Ages 16 and under
We are asking our young “Animal Rescue” fans (age 16 and under) to send us drawings of their favorite animals. Every month we will select one drawing to post on our website
Prize Package http://www.animalrescuetv.com/kids-art.shtml Submit entries to: Telco Productions, Inc. 2730 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 200 Santa Monica, CA 90403
Animal Rescue TV Short Essay Contest- “Why I love my Pet”
Ages 16 and under
Here is your chance to let everyone know how much you pet means to you. Tell us (in 100 words or less) why you love your pet. Selected essays will be posted on our website and each month one lucky winner will receive an “Animal Rescue” prize package. Every month we will select one drawing to post on our website.
Prize Package http://www.animalrescuetv.com/why-i-lovemy-pet.shtml Submit entries to: Telco Productions, Inc. 2730 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 200 Santa Monica, CA 90403 Email entries to: [email protected] Please put “Why I love my Pet” in the subject line. Please indicate your name, t-shirt size, full mailing address, and email.
Applied Practice Academic Excellence Scholarship
12th Celebrates students who have put in the work hard to achieve academic success.
Educators nominate a student who has showed sustained academic excellence or growth throughout their high school career.
Nominations must be received by April
$500 www.appliedpractice.com
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest*
12th No application is required
The contest is open to students worldwide, except where void or prohibited by law
$50 $100
$1,000 $2,000
$10,000
http://essaycontest.aynrandnovels.com/AtlasShrugged.aspx?theme=blue
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Automotive Hall of Fame Scholarship
12th Automotive career interest
GPA 3.0 minimum
Full time at an accredited college or university
Financial need considered
Deadline- Postmark required
Varies http://www.automotivehalloffame.org/education/scholarships Automotive Educational Fund Automotive Hall of Fame, Inc. 21400 Oakwood Boulevard Dearborn, Michigan 41824
AWG Minority Scholarship for Women
12th A woman who is African-American, Hispanic, or Native American
A full-time student who is pursuing an undergraduate degree in the geosciences (geology, geophysics, geochemistry, hydrology, meteorology, physical oceanography, planetary geology, or earth science education) at an accredited college or university (high school students who will enter one of these fields during their freshman year may also apply)
A contributor to the larger world community through her academic and personal strengths
The application call for a statement of academic and career goals, two letters of recommendation, high school and college transcripts, and SAT or ACT scores
$6000 Applications should be sent to the following address: Association for Women Geoscientists Attn: Minority Scholarship 12000 N. Washington St. Suite 285 Thornton, Colorado 80241 For Application:
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Bernard Curtis Brown II Memorial Space Camp Scholarship
6th-9th Must be the child of a Military Member on Active Duty or Mobilized Guard or Reserves, Post 9/11 Veteran
Or the child of a Military Member who died while serving on Active Duty or Mobilized Guard or Reserve Status
And enrolled in grades 6th-9th
Submit a hand-written essay
Two letters of recommendation
Complete official application
Deadline is March
Full Tuition to include:
Round trip transportation
Meals Lodging Program Materials
www.militarychild.org
Mail to: Military Child Education Coalition Attn: Space Camp 909 Mountain Lion Circle Harker Heights, Texas 76548
Brower Youth Award 7th-12th Outstanding leadership means that you played the major leadership role in creating, organizing and implementing your project or campaign(s). We are looking for individuals with vision, motivation, and leadership skills. Project impact includes how the project benefited the environment and community in terms of measurable results (e.g. acres of wildlife habitat protected or restored, number of people engaged in environmental issues because of the project, numbers of children no longer exposed to toxins, etc.)
Ages 13-22
Deadline: May
$3000 plus trip to CA and
short film produced
about student work
Submit application online at: www.broweryouthawards.org
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Center for Student Opportunity (CSO) Scholarship*
12th High School Senior or current college student at CSO partner schools. (College partner list can be found at http://csopportunity.org/college_partners/coll_partners.aspx
First-generation college
Limited Financial Resources
Seeking financial aid and scholarship support for college
Strong writing skills and unique perspective, strong capacity for reflection for blogging.
Experience with or commitment to community service
Leadership experience
Commitment to helping expand educational opportunities for other first-generation students.
Not based on academic qualifications such as GPA, SAT/ACT scores or intended majors.
Undocumented students are eligible to apply.
$2,000 Renewable for
4 years
http://www.imfirst.org/scholarship
Chin: Shui Kuen and Allen Chin Scholarship*
12th Incoming freshman or current undergraduate at a four-year college or university.
Have parent or self currently or formerly employed at an Asian-owned or Asian cuisine restaurant.
Demonstrate community advocacy and social justice work on behalf of Asian American, immigrant, gay and lesbian and/or other progressive causes.
Have a minimum 3.0 GAP
Have financial need.
No citizenship status requirement.
$1,000
http://www.asianpacificfund.org
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Christian Connector Scholarship
12th The scholarship recipient must have plans to enroll for the first time as a full-time student at a Christ-centered Christian college or Bible college with 16 months of being notified by The Christian Connector, Inc. that he/she has won the drawing.
The Christian Connector, Inc. reserves the right to make the determination of whether or not a particular school qualifies. Any school that is a member of the CCCU, NACCAP, or AABB automatically qualifies.
The scholarship recipient may not currently be enrolled at a Christian college or Bible college.
The scholarship will not be sent to the individual recipient, but rather it will be sent directly to the school of choice, meeting the above criteria.
An individual cannot enter the scholarship drawing more than once, however, he/she may use the request form and Christian Connector services as often as they wish.
By completing the information request form, the winner of the scholarship allows their name, city and state to be used on the site and in promotional materials, announcing that he/she is a Christian Connector scholarship recipient.
$2500 Website: http://www.christianconnector.com/Christian-colleges-form.cfm
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Comcast Scholarship* 12th High School Senior
All nominations must be made exclusively by the School’s Principal or Guidance Counselor.
Must demonstrate a strong commitment to community service and display leadership abilities in school activities or through work experience, and have a grade point average of 2.8 or higher.
Applications are sent to eligible high schools students should check with their counselor and principal.
$1,000
http://corporate.comcast.com/our-values/community-investment/youth-education-leadership#accordion-2 [email protected]
Conditional Grant Program Eligible students pursuing a degree in civil engineering or a department approved operational business discipline
Must be Economically Disadvantaged
Be a Texas resident eligible to work in the U.S.,
Have a minimum high school grade point average of 3.00 on a four-point scale, or
A minimum score of 900 on the SAT or
A minimum score of 21 on the ACT,
Plan to attend an accredited four-year Texas public or private college or university as a full-time student (minimum 12 semester hours),
Declare an intent to seek a four-year degree in civil engineering or a department approved operational business discipline,
Agree to work for TXDOT for two years immediately following graduation, and not be more than 30 days delinquent in providing child support under a court order or written repayment plan.
$3,000 per Semester
$6,000 per
Academic Year
https://sites.google.com/site/collegecenterpage/past-due-scholarships/44txdotconditionalgrantscholarship
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Congressional Black Caucus Spouses Education Scholarship
12th Be a full time undergraduate degree-seeking student at an accredited college or university OR a current high school senior preparing to become a full time undergraduate degree-seeking student at an accredited college or university.
Be pursuing a major in the visual arts (such as but not limited to, architecture, ceramics, drawing, fashion, graphic design, illustration, interior design, painting, photography, sketching, video production and other decorative arts)
Demonstrate talent or potential in your chosen art
Have a minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale
Exhibit leadership ability and participate in community service activities
$3000 Questions Call (203) 263-2800 or email [email protected] for more information. Documents should be mailed to the following address: CBC Spouses Education Scholarship Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Inc. 1722 Massachusetts Ave. NW Washington, DC 20036
Congressional Black Caucus-Spouses Heineken USA Performing Art Scholarship-Spouses Visual Arts Scholarship
12th Be a full-time undergraduate degree-seeking student at an accredited college or university OR a current high school senior preparing to become a full-time undergraduate degree-seeking student at an accredited college or university
Be pursuing a major in the visual arts (such as, but not limited to, architecture, ceramics, drawing, fashion, graphic design, illustration, interior design, painting, photography, sketching, video production and other decorative arts)
Demonstrate talent or potential in your chosen art
Have a minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale
Exhibit leadership ability and participate in community service activities
$3000 Questions Call (202) 263-2800 or email [email protected] for more information. Documents should be mailed to the following address: CBC Spouses Visual Arts Scholarship Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Inc. 1720 Massachusetts Ave. NW Washington, DC 20036 CBC Spouses Heineken USA Performing Arts Scholarship Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. 1720 Massachusetts Ave. NW Washington, DC 20036
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Do Over Scholarship 8th-12th Be legal residents of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia
Be currently enrolled (or enroll no later that the fall of 2019) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education.
Complete an online scholarship search profile at ScholarshipExperts.com
Submit an online short written response (250 words or less) for the question: If you could get one “do over” in life, what would it be and why?
Deadline: June
$1500 http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships/do-over-scholarship
Dr. Juan Andrade, Jr. Scholarship for Young Hispanic Leaders*
12th High School Senior
Applicant must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a full-time student, in a four-year or two-year institution in the U.S. or U.S. territories
Demonstrate a verifiable need for financial support.
At least one parent must be of Hispanic ancestry.
Recipients must also be available to attend the National USHLI Conference
Must provide SSN or ITIN
$500 Comm. College
$1,000
4yr college
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/all/dr--juan-andrade-scholarship-for-young-hispanic-leaders/1004012
El Paso Chapter, The Links, Incorporated Scholarship Grant Competition
12th Must be a female, graduating, high school senior (current school year)
Maintain a “B” average or above
Be a resident of El Paso County
Not be in receipt of a full scholarship to any institution
Be seeking an education/degree in a science, technology, engineering or math program
Deadline is May
Lisa Lee 915-861-1745 [email protected]
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El Paso Commission for Women Scholarship
12th Female High School graduates that reside in El Paso
Official High School transcript
Recent copy of Income Tax Return, 1040, or W-2 Form (if applicant is employed)
Recent copy of Income Tax Return, 1040, or W-2 Form of parent or guardian
Copy of Social Security Card
List of honors or awards
List of extracurricular activities
Essay (must be prepared on word processing program with 12pt font and double-spaced)
$1,200 Marta Duron Hernandez 915-549-6700 or 915-591-8014 El Paso Commission for Women P.O. Box 3897 El Paso, TX 79923 http://epcfw.org/scholarship/
El Paso Social Network High School Scholarship
12th Applicants must be graduating seniors who plan to attend an institution of higher education, or vocational school in Austin, TX
Honor and Extracurricular Activity Check List
Applicant must complete one required essay question and choose a second topic
Two Letters of recommendation
-$1000 www.elpasosocial.net [email protected] El Paso Social Network High School Scholarship, c/o Austin Community Foundation 4315 Guadalupe, Suite 300 Austin, TX 78751
EPISD Council Of PTAs Scholarship
12th Must be a paid member of their local PTA/PTSA
GPA of 80 or better
Application must be submitted with required information and signatures
An unofficial transcript
Two letters of recommendation
A typewritten essay
Submit a resume
Signed copy of PTA/PTSA membership card
Must be mailed and postmarked by April 13, 2015
$500
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Evolve Federal Credit Union Spring Writing Contest
12th Evolve Federal Credit Union is offering $1000
scholarships to one high school senior and one
college student who participate in its Spring
Writing Contest.
Entries must be 1,000 words and focus on one
of the following topics:
1. Investing: Have you thought about it? Young people are being more mindful of
saving their cash, but are they letting it grow?
How do you plan to grow your wealth?
2. Slim wallet, slim waistline. It’s not always
easy eating cheap and eating right. How do you
get the most out of your cash while keeping
your health in check?
3. What is worth your money? What have
you had to save up for and how did you do it?
Was it worth the cash and the amount of time it
took to earn it? What did you learn from that
experience?
$1,000 https://www.evolvefcu.org/blog/368-
evolve-fcu-to-award-1000-for-1000-
words-in-spring-writing-contest.html
Key Word: Scholarships
Must be used at UTEP or EPCC
ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarships
12th Graduating Seniors
In School Districts represented by the Council of the Great City Schools
Four scholarships for two males and two females
Awarded to two African American and two Hispanic students
Deadline is April
$5,000 http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?ca=69678171-6ae5-416c-a2f1-9ce3a6d890a2&c=de28ad00-6245-11e3-b3a4-d4ae52754b78&ch=dec27c00-6245-11e3-b43e-d4ae52754b78
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Fifth Month Scholarship 8th 13yrs or
Older
Be Legal residents of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia.
Be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than the fall of 2021) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education.
Submit an online short written response (250 words or less) for the question: “May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here’s a high five to you for being original.”
$1500 Apply online: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/fifth-month-scholarship
Folds of Honor Scholarship 12th Eligible applicants must be the spouse or dependent of:
Any service member who has been killed or disabled with a service-connected disability from the VA (the disability rating must be at least 10%);
A veteran who died from any cause while such service-connected disability was in existence;
Any service member who is currently classified as a POW or MIA;
A service member missing in action or captured in line of duty by a hostile force;
A service member forcibly detained or interned in line of duty by a foreign government or power;
A service member who has received a Purple Heart Medal (may be active duty).
Up to $5,000
($2,500 per Semester)
https://scholarships.foldsofhonor.org
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Global Lift Equipment Scholarship
12th Must be currently attending or planning on attending a post-secondary institution no later that the fall of 2019
Must submit a short story. Detailed instructions can be found on the application page
Must have a GPA of 2.5 or greater
$500 http://www.usedforklifttexas.com/used_inventory/2868/used_caterpillar_forklifts_inventory_texas.php
Gloria and Joseph Mattera National Scholarship Fund for Migrant Children*
12th Entering or enrolled in college or other types of post-secondary programs
High School dropouts or potential dropout who shows promise of ability to continue schooling.
Migrant youth who have the potential and the desire to further their education to achieve their personal and career goals.
Recent history of movement for agricultural employment-Priority will be given to currently interstate migrant youth.
Have scholastic potential
Financial Need
Submit a copy of current or most recent Migrant Education Program Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
Students may reapply annually but are limited to one award per 12 month period
100 Awards of $150-$500
http://migrant.net/migrant/scholarships/mattera.htm
Golden Door Scholars* 12th Applicants can be current high-school students or recent graduates not enrolled in a four-year undergraduate program.
Willing to apply to or attend one of the Golden Door Scholars Partner Schools
Full Tuition Room & Board
for a 4yr degree
http://goldendoorscholars.org
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Got a Spine Scholarship 12th Be attending college or university no later than October of 2019
Be attending college or university on a full-time basis by October of 2019
Have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater during their last academic year.
Be a U.S. or Canadian resident
Be attending a school in the U.S. or Canada by October of 2019
Submit answers to the essay questions no later than 11:59 PM EST on June 2, 2019
$500 For more information and to apply visit: www.arcticchiropracticfairbanks.com
Hispanic Scholarship Fund* 12th Specific eligibility varies by scholarship.
Have plans to enroll full-time at a two- or four-year U.S. accredited institution.
$1,000-$20,000
https://www.hsf.net/scholarship
Humane Education Network: A Voice for Animals High School Essay Contest*
12th High school students (or home schooled)
Rules and requirements for each contest may vary from year to year
Contact: [email protected]
$300-$600 ($6,500 Total)
http://www.hennet.org/contest.php
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Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship*
12th Current high school senior
Applicant must plan to graduate from a US high school
Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college beginning in fall 2015
Earn a cumulative un-weighted GPA of 3.5 or above
Receive standardized test scores in the top 15%
SAT combined critical reading and math score of 1200 or above and/or ACT composite score of 26 or above
Demonstrate significant unmet financial need.
Will consider applicants with family income up to $95,000.
Up to $30,000 per year
http://www.jkcf.org/scholarships/college-scholarship-program/
Joe Francis Hair care Scholarship
12th Must be currently applying for an entrance into Cosmetology/Barber school
Actively enrolled in a Cosmetology/Barber program
If you graduate from Cosmetology or Barber School between the dates of January 1st through August 31st of the current year, you are not eligible. Esthetician or Nail training students are not eligible.
$1000 Mail your complete application to: Joe Francis Scholarship Foundation P.O. BOX 50625 Minneapolis, MN 55405 Or fax to: (651) 459-8371
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Leavitt Machinery Scholarship Program
12th Currently enrolled or expects to be enrolled in a degree program (2 years length or greater) by September
A student must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and submit an answer to the essay question prior to the submission deadline
A student must be a US resident or a Canadian resident and must also attend a school in Canada or the U.S.
Essay Topic: Write an essay about a situation you have been involved in or someone you know has been involved in where better procedures would have prevented an injury. Explain in detail what safety procedures you believe should have been in place to prevent the injury and how they would have prevented the injury.
$500 For more information visit: www.forklifttraininginseattle.com Or Toll Free: 1-888-254-6157 17300 West Valley Hwy Tukwila, Washington 98188 To apply online visit: http://www.forklifttraininginseattle.com/apply.php
Lift Parts Express Scholarship
12th Must be a current Senior in High School or
Be a freshman or sophomore in college/university
Must be enrolled or expected to be enrolled by the fall of 2015
$500 www.forkliftpartstexas.com
LM Scholarship Program 12th Must be currently enrolled or expect to be enrolled in a degree program by September
Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and submit an answer to the essay question
$500 www.forkliftcertificationsurrey.com
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Maple Leaf Dentistry Scholarship
12th Must be attending school at the undergraduate level in the Fall of 2015; the college, university, trade or technical school program must be 2 years in length or longer
Student must have done at least 100 hrs of volunteer work over the last 2 years
Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher in the last academic year
Student must be a legal resident of the United States or Canada
$500 For more information or to apply visit the website at: http://www.collegexpress.com/scholarships/maple-leaf-dentistry-scholarship/2023626/
MCO Scholarship 12th Must be attending college or university no later than December of 2015
Must be attending college or university on a full-time basis by December 2015
Must submit an answer to the essay question no later than 11:59 PM EST on May 15, 2015
Must be currently in your last year of high school or a freshman, sophomore, or junior in college/university
$500 www.studentscholarships.org/available_scholarships_2014.php
Migrant Farm worker Baccalaureate Scholarship*
12th At least completed one year of college
Recent history of movement for agricultural employment.
Demonstrates scholastic achievement
Financial Need
Successful completion of at least one year at an accredited post-secondary institution.
Must include in application a copy of current or most recent Migrant Education Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
$2,000 per year
Maximum of three years
Contact (585) 658-7960 http://www.migrant.net/migrant/scholarships/mfb.htm
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Mission Creek Orthodontics Scholarship
12th Be attending college or university no later than December of 2015
Be attending college or university on a full-time basis by December 2015
Submit an answer to the essay question no later than 11:59 PM EST on May 15, 2015
Be currently in your last year of high school
$500 For more information visit: http://missioncreekortho.com/orthodontists.php
Molly Gerold Scholarship Texas School Counselor Association
12th One $2000.00 scholarship for a graduating senior who is a child/grandchild of a TSCA member,
Five $1000.00 scholarship for a graduating senior from a school whose counselor is a TSCA member, and
Up to four $500.00 scholarships for graduate hours toward a degree or continuing education in school counseling.
$2,000 $1,000 $500
http://www.txca.org/tca/Scholarship_Application1.asp
Odenza Vacations Scholarship
Ages 17 to 24
Must be between the ages of 17 and 24 on September 1st of 2015
Must submit an answer to the essay question, which can be found on the application page
Must have a GPA of 2.5 or greater
$500 www.odenzavacationsscholarships.com
Peter Pasula Study Habits Scholarship
12th Must be attending an accredited post-secondary institution by the fall of 2015
Must be enrolled by the fall of 2015 in any level of any program that is two years in length or longer
Must answer the essay question found on the application form
$500 https://www.goodcall.com/scholarships/peter-pasula-study-habits-scholarship
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Point Foundation: College Scholarships for LGBT Students*
12th High School Senior or current college. Including graduate and post-graduate work, excludes current community college students.
No citizenship requirements.
History of leadership and/or allyship in issues that affect the LGBT/Queer community.
Must plan to continue this leadership/allyship in the future.
No specific GPA but seeking candidates with high academic performance.
Applications available in November. Consists of a 2-part scholarship application.
https://pointfoundation.org/thepoint/scholarship/
Power Through Knowledge Scholarship*
12th Graduating High School Senior
Scholastic Achievement
Extracurricular activities
Financial Need
NO proof of citizenship status required. Note: Failure to attend ceremony will disqualify your award.
$500-$1,000 http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/scholarships/view_scholarship.jsp?id=4714
Que Llueva Cafe Scholarship-Chicano Organizing & Research in Education*
12th High School Senior
College-bound, undocumented, Latino students
Applications available in December.
$500-$1,000 http://usascholarships.com/cores-que-llueva-cafe-scholarship/
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Quest Bridge National College Match Program*
12th
High school seniors who have shown outstanding academic ability despite facing economic challenges. Most College Match scholarship recipients come from households earning less than $60,000 annually (for a typical family of four) and have experienced long-term economic hardship. The following partner colleges will consider undocumented students (students who live in the U.S. and do not have a current visa) for the full College Match scholarship: Brown, Carleton, Grinnell, Pomona, Princeton, Swarthmore, University of Chicago, Vanderbilt, Washington & Lee, Williams, and Yale.
Summer programs, Workshops
and/or admissions
counseling & Mentoring, all-expense-paid visits to
college Campuses,
and opportunities to win a Quest
for Excellence
Award
https://www.cappex.com/scholarship/listings/QuestBridge-National-College-Match-Scholarships/-s-d-5261
QuestBridge College Prep Scholarship*
12th High School Junior
Strong academic record
Family Income less than $60,000
U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents and students, regardless of citizenship.
Currently attending a High School in the United States.
The College Prep Scholarship online application is completely free and opens in mid-February.
Scholarship for summer programs,
and/or admission counseling
and mentoring All-expenses-paid visits to
college campuses and opportunities to win a Quest for Excellence
Award.
https://www.questbridge.org/high-school-students/college-prep-scholars
*Scholarship that do not require proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency Revised 5-14-19
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Quinn Scholarship Rotary Club of El Paso
12th Any individual who is a high school senior residing in El Paso County, Texas, and attending a high school within the El Paso Independent School District may apply for a Quinn Scholarship.
Have been accepted for enrollment by an
accredited college or university.
Must be enrolled for a minimum of 12 hours
the first semester.
Have had a minimum grade point average of 90 for the fall semester preceding the application.
Must currently be in the top 15% of the senior class.
$6,000 The Rotary Club of El Paso Foundation
c/o The Rotary Club of El Paso
150 S. Alto Mesa
El Paso, Texas 79912
*Scholarship that do not require proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency Revised 5-14-19
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Rogers Community Volunteer Scholarship
12th Students must be full-time in the Fall and can be enrolled in any level of their undergraduate degree program
High School seniors who will graduate in the Spring are considered eligible
A student must also possess a GPA of 2.5 or higher in his/her last academic year.
A student must have contributed at least 10 hours of volunteer (non-paid) service within his/her community over the last 12 months with no organization. (Note-This will be verified only in the event that you are selected as a scholarship recipient)
Student must be a resident and attend a school in Canada or the United States
$500 For Applications: https://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10399/rogers_community_volunteer_scholarship_scholarship.php
SHPE Foundation Scholarship Program*
12th High School Senior or college student
Latino students who demonstrate both significant motivation and aptitude for a career in science, technology, engineering or mathematics.
Minimum GPA 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for High School seniors and undergraduates; 3.25 on a 4.0 scale for graduate students
Full-time student.
All Latino students that meet the requirements are eligible to apply, regardless of citizenship, but residency requirements can vary depending on scholarship sponsor.
Be pursuing your first bachelors, masters or doctoral degree. (Students pursuing a second bachelor, etc. are not eligible.)
$1,000-$5,000
http://scholarships.shpe.org
*Scholarship that do not require proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency Revised 5-14-19
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Society of Women Engineers National Scholarships
12th Various scholarships offered
Applicant must desire a career in Engineering
Minimum GPA 3.5
$1000-$10,000
The Society of Women Engineers 230 East Ohio St. Suite 400 Chicago, IL 60611 312.596.5223 [email protected] Website: http://societyofwomenengineers.swe.org/
Chuck Hall Star of
Tomorrow Scholarship
Sponsored by United States Bowling Congress
(USBC)
Deadline: October 1
Very Competitive: 100 applicants per award
Percent Receiving Award: 1%
Award Amount: $6,000
Number of Awards: 1
Total Money Available: $6,000
Prior Applicants: 100
$6,000 http://scholarships.startclass.com/l/2165/Chuck-Hall-Star-of-Tomorrow-Scholarship
Stars of Tomorrow 12th Be a resident of Tarrant County for tuition purposes
Graduate in the top 50 percent of any public or private high school class or be exempt from Texas Success initiative (TSI) requirement through approved tests.
Be at or below the family income thresholds (as reported on the FAFSA)
Up to $4,000 Visit website for more details http://www.tccd.edu/services/paying-for-college/scholarships/stars-of-tomorrow/ Financial Aid 817.515.4AID Email: [email protected]
*Scholarship that do not require proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency Revised 5-14-19
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Stars Scholarship Fund 12th Be a U.S. Citizen or a legal permanent resident with a permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551
Be a permanent resident (5 or more consecutive years) of and have a permanent South or West Texas address in one of our 31 counties
Have earned/completed at least 12 undergraduate credit hours at a U.S. accredited college or university before applying for the scholarship
2.7 GPA
Completed a high school diploma or its equivalent prior to the Fall of the new academic year
Be enrolled in a U.S. accredited 2 yr. community college (enrolled part-time or full-time) in a degree-seeking program, or a 4 yr. university undergraduate program (enrolled full-time) seeking a Bachelor’s Degree, or a university graduate program (enrolled full-time) seeking a Master’s, Law or Doctorate degree
www.starscholarship.org
Stuck At Prom Contest 12th Design your Prom outfit out of Duck Brand Duct Tape
$1000 Submit entries online at: http://stuckatprom.com
*Scholarship that do not require proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency Revised 5-14-19
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TADC Urban Scholarship Fund
12th United States Citizens and Texas Resident
Eligible non-citizen (Permanent Resident Card I-551 front and back Copy)
Demonstrate financial need (EFC up to and not exceeding 00500)
Undergraduate full-time student in good academic standing at the completion of last school year attended
Graduate of a high school in one of the following 29 Texas cities: Abilene, Amarillo, Arlington, Austin, Beaumont, Brownsville, Carrollton, Corpus Christi, Dallas, Denton, El Paso, Forth Worth, Frisco, Garland, Grand Prairie, Houston, Irving, Killeen, Laredo, Lubbock, McAllen, McKinney, Mesquite, Midland, Pasadena, Plano, San Antonio, Waco or Wichita Falls NO EXCEPTIONS
$700 Community
Junior Technical College
$1000 public 4yr
College/University $2000
Private 4yr College/Univ
ersity
Online: www.txadc.org complete application, print, sign, and mail with the required documents or send written request to: TADC 1104 Empire Central Drive, Ste. 550 Dallas, TX 75247
*Scholarship that do not require proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency Revised 5-14-19
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Terry Foundation 12th Graduate of a Texas high school or home-schooled resident.
U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
Texas Resident
Attend the University of Texas at El Paso Fall 2015 as a full-time entering freshman.
Demonstrate strong record of achievement as evidenced by grades; class ranking and standardized test scores.
Minimum high school GPA of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or an 85 on a 100 point scale.
Demonstrate high level of leadership and community service.
Reside on campus for the first year.
Demonstrate financial need.
To continue receiving the scholarship you must meet the following criteria:
o Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5
o Maintain full-time student status o Annually complete the Free
Application for FAFSA o Write an acceptable, annual, self-
evaluation letter. o Attend all functions sponsored by
the Terry Foundation (3 per year) o Comply with the rules prescribed
by the University and the Foundation Board of Directors
16 Full Scholarships Covering the
full cost of attendance
including on-campus housing. Award
amount will be adjusted by any additional
sources of financial support.
http://sa.utep.edu/terryscholars
*Scholarship that do not require proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency Revised 5-14-19
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Texas A&M Mother’s Club of El Paso Scholarship Committee
12th High School Seniors who have been accepted for enrollment at Texas A&M University in College Station or Galveston, Texas for the fall of 2015
Submit copy of acceptance letter from Texas A&M, official high school transcript and SAT or ACT scores and 3 letters of recommendation.
$500
Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program
12th Be on track to graduate high school in a
Distinguished Achievement Program or
International Baccalaureate program
SAT score of 1590 or ACT score of 23A
GPA of 3.0 or higher
Ranked in the top third of the graduating class
Be appointed by a state representative or state
senator or by the Governor or Lieutenant
Governor. (Each member of the Legislature
may make one appointment to receive one of
the first scholarships. The Governor and Lt.
Governor may make two appointments.
Enroll in an eligible Texas institution and an
eligible ROTC program.
Commit in writing to:
- Remain in ROTC for four years.
- Graduate within five years.
- Enter Guard service or accept a
commission with the armed services within six
months of graduation from college
Meet program physical fitness requirements.
Scholarships will be converted to loans for
recipients who are unable to fulfill the terms
of the written agreement.
Up to $10,000 http://www.texasarmedservicescholarship
s.com/
*Scholarship that do not require proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency Revised 5-14-19
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The National AIDS Memorial Grove (in San Francisco Golden Gate Park)*
12th The Scholarship is open to all current high school seniors, and college freshman, sophomores and juniors (ages 27 and younger) who demonstrate an active commitment to fighting AIDS and taking on roles of public service and leadership (e.g. providing peer-based prevention and education; engaging in advocacy or grass-roots activism; raising public awareness; and/or delivering practical, emotional or treatment support to people living with HIV/AIDS), and who plan to continue to find ways to make a difference in the epidemic through their careers or through public service opportunities after their education is complete.
$Varies http://www.aidsmemorial.org/events/pedro-zamora-young-leaders-scholarship
*Scholarship that do not require proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency Revised 5-14-19
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The Scholarship for Redheads
11th-12th GPA of 2.5 or Higher
Student must also be a Natural Redhead
Applying to an accredited 2 or 4 year college
Reside in the United States Application for Scholarship
Two photos of yourself for proof of your hair color. One from when you were a child, one from present day.
High School Transcript. Can be a photocopy. I do not need you to go through your Guidance Counselors, however, must be as up to date as possible.
If you know what school you are going to, please include that as well.
For the third part of the Scholarship, it’s up to you. Create something that represents what it means to be a Redhead. This can be a funny story or an experience that was caused by being a Redhead. The more creative the better, but there is no wrong answer.
$250 Please have everything typed or scanned and submitted to http://www.scholarship-programs.net/red-hair/ with the subject heading of First Name Last Name 2014 Application. For example “Jane Doe 2013 Application” All parts is required. Missing any of these items will lead us to ignore your application.
Undergraduate Scholarship UTEP
12th 3.0 or higher Cumulative GPA
Full-time enrollment at UTEP
Office of Scholarships Mike Loya Academic Services Bldg. Rm 202 El Paso, TX 79968-0640 915-747-5478 915-747-5089 Fax [email protected] www.utep.edu/scholarships
*Scholarship that do not require proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency Revised 5-14-19
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United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship
12th
Graduating High School Seniors In the United Sates, where the state has an active Senate Program (see www.usjcisenate.org under scholarship for a listing of eligible states)
U.S. citizen
Submission preference will be in a Microsoft compatible format. Typed or neatly printed (blue or black ink) submission will also be accepted
3 Reference letters (maximum 1 page each)
School Transcript
Personal Statement
Application must be postmarked no later than January
$1,000 www.usjcisenate.org
US Achievement Academy 5th-12th Students must be nominated based on any TWO of the following Standards for selection:
3.0 minimum in your nominating subject
Academic Performance
Personal motivation
Cooperative classroom attitude
Dependability
Enthusiasm for education
Leadership qualities
$1,500 http://www.usaa-academy.com/schfacts.html
*Scholarship that do not require proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency Revised 5-14-19
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UTEP-National Science Foundation Science Scholarship
12th US Citizen/Permanent Resident incoming freshmen students studying Science and Mathematics
Essay outlining personal goals and aspirations and how this scholarship will impact the student’s ability to attain them
A letter of recommendation from High School science teacher outlining the student’s potential for a career in science
Must have a 2014-2015 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on file www.fafsa.ed.gov/
$10,000 www.utep.edu/scholarships Office of Scholarships Mike Loya Academic Services Bldg. Rm 202 El Paso, TX 79968-0640 915-747-5478 915-747-5089 Fax [email protected]
We The People 9.17 Scholarship
5th-12th Essay, Song, Photography or Poem commemorating the U.S. Constitution
$200 For more information: http://www.constitutingamerica.org/downloads.php Constituting America Attn: We The People 9.17 Contest PO Box 1988 Colleyville, TX 76034
*Scholarship that do not require proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency Revised 5-14-19
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Western Union Foundation Family Scholarship*
12th Age 18 or older
Scholarship is intended to help two members of the same family move up the economic development ladder through education.
Applicants must be two members of the same family.
All applicants must be age 18 or older.
Country of origin for at least one of the applicants must be outside the United States.
Application must include educational providers for primary and secondary award recipients.
Scholarships may be used for tuition for college/university education language acquisition classes, technical/skill training, and/or financial literacy. (For example, one family member may request assistance to attend college and the other family member may request assistance to attend English as a Second Language (ESL) course.
Scholarships will only be made to nonprofit training/educational providers. Western Union employees, Western Union Agents and dependents are not eligible to apply for these scholarships.
$1,000-$5,000 per family (2 awards given per
family)
http://corporate.westernunion.com/Family_Scholarship_Program.html
WyzAnt College Scholarship 10th-12th Essay of 250-300 words on “If you could teach everyone in the world one thing, what would it be?”
Promote your essay on social media: Using email and social media reach out to friends and family to get votes for your essay. Finalists will be determined by popular vote!
1st-$10,000 2nd-$3,000 3rd-$2,000
http://www.wyzant.com/scholarships/