To: Seniors/ Senior Homeroom TeachersFrom:Richard BurtonRe: Scholarship Handout #4Date: January 26, 2017

NOTE: Scholarship Applications MUST be turned in to the Guidance Department at least a week prior to the due date. The Guidance Department will attach

transcript and supporting documents and mail items to the scholarship committee. On-line scholarship applications should be submitted directly to the

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Free Application For Federal Student Aid

(FAFSA)2017-2018

Also Known As

ThePell Grant

Application2017-2018

In order to qualify for federal money for college, such as Pell Grants or Student Loans, students must fill out the FAFSA each year.

To apply go to www.fafsa.ed.gov

On the website, you will need to do the following:

Students must apply for FSA ID (needed for FAFSA electronic signature)

Parents must apply for FSA ID (needed for FASA electronic signature)

2015 Parent Income Tax Information must be provided before submitting FAFSA on-line

Available On Line Beginning October 1st, 2016

College Priority Deadline Date March 1st, 2017

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Auburn University DepartmentalScholarship

Provost Undergraduate Leadership Scholarship

Must hold at least a 3.25 GPA Preference is given to first generation

college students whose parents never attended college

Must have a financial need Must write a 300-400 word essay

$8,000 scholarship

For additional information, contact Dr. Jocelyn Vickers at 334.844.3492 or email at jvickers@auburn.edu

MB Clasp Scholarship Incoming freshman accepted into the

Provost Scholarship Program will be eligible candidates for this scholarship as well

Must be interested in a program of study in the School of Liberal Arts

Must demonstrate a financial need

$25,000 scholarship

For additional information, please contact Evan Thomas, Coordinator of Student Services / Recruiter

Auburn University College of Liberal Arts @ 334-844-2177.

February 10, 2017

Auburn University Engineering Day

(E-Day)

Students will explore a wide range of engineering opportunities. Students will be able to view exhibits, talk with faculty and meet with other students who know first-hand what it is like to study engineering.

To register, go to www.eng.auburn.edu/eday

February 24, 2017

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Auburn University Minority High

School Visitation Day

The STEM Minority High School Visitation Day is designed to provide a forum where high school seniors and their parents have an opportunity to learn more about STEM disciplines offered within the colleges such as pre-health, computer sciences, engineering and math as well as meet with COSAM and Samuel Ginn College of Engineering faculty and staff. They will also have the chance to meet with University representatives from the Office of Undergraduate Recruiting and Scholarships and the Office of Student Financial Services to obtain timely information regarding the application process, financial aid and scholarship opportunities at Auburn University.

Register at www.eng.auburn.edu/STEM

Registration Deadline February 1st

February 6, 2017

Central Alabama Community

College Scholarships

Technical Scholarship Academic

ScholarshipAmbassador Scholarship

Jazz Band and Voice Scholarship

Students must complete a CACC application for admissions

Students must apply for at least one of the scholarships listed on the application (must place a checkmark on the line next to the name of the listed scholarship for which you are applying)

Students must complete a 250 word essay

Students must complete the 2017-2018 FAFSA and turn in a copy of the FAFSA Confirmation Page

Students must turn in a copy of a resume

Applications Available in the Guidance Department

Guidance Department Deadline Date

February 24, 2017

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The Gate Way Scholarship to

CACC

Gate Way Qualifications:

Academic Gate Way

Must have a 2.75 High School GPA

Technical Gate Way

Must have a 2.25 High School GPA

Steps to the Gate Way Scholarship

1. Complete the Gate Way Scholarship Application (return it to the Alex City Chamber located on Highway 280 next to US AmeriBank)

2. Complete CACC’s Admissions Application Packet

3. Complete CACC’s Scholarship Application Packet (which includes writing an essay on educational goals)

4. Submit a resume along with the CACC Application Packet

5. Submit the FAFSA Confirmation Page to CACC once the FAFSA has been completed on-line (by no later than March 1st).

6. Turn in all required CACC documents to the Guidance Department by Friday, February 24, 2017.

Once the CACC Application Packet has been completed and turned in to the Guidance, CACC will receive the documents from Guidance. Once CACC awards their scholarships, students who WERE NOT awarded CACC scholarships will then become eligible to receive the Gate Way scholarship.

******Students who choose to bypass the CACC***** Scholarship Application Process will become INELIGIBLE for the Gate Way Scholarship

The Gate Way application must be completed and turned in to the Alexander City Chamber of Commerce by the March 1, 2017deadline

Gate Way Applications Available in the Guidance Department

Abbott and To apply for this scholarship you will June 10, 2017

Fenner Scholarship

need to write an essay on the topic below. The essay should be between 500 and 1000 words. Your submissions must be sent to us by email at: scholarships@abbottandfenner.com

Describe your educational career and life goals.  Explain your plan for achieving these goals.  Include your degree/major, why you selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals.

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Air Force and Society

The Air Force Aid Society offers need-based grants ranging from $500 to $4,000 through the General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program.  The program is open to dependent children of active duty, retired and deceased U.S. Air Force members.  Applicants must plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school and have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent.

General Arnold Education Grant Program applicants are also reviewed for eligibility under the Society’s Merit Scholarship Program.  This program awards at least ten $5,000 scholarships to incoming college freshmen with top grade point averages.

Detailed information on all the Society’s programs and online application can be found at http://www.afas.org/education-grants

March 10, 2017

ACFA Scholarship

(Alabama Center for Architecture

Scholarship)

Students must be entering or enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate architecture program that is accredited by the National Architectural Accreditation Board (complete program listing may be found at naab.org).

Students must be permanent

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residents within the state of Alabama.

Students must be enrolled full-time for the complete 2017-2018 academic year.

For an application, go to http://www.alcfa.org/scholarships/acfa-scholarship/

Alabama Association of School Office

Personnel

Must be a high school senior Must demonstrate a financial need Must submit 3 letters of

recommendation

Applications available on line at http://www.aasop.net/scholarships.ht

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March 1, 2017

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Alabama Bankers Association Scholarship

Student must hold at least a 3.0 GPA Student must be a high school senior Parent of student must be employed

full time at an Alabama Bankers Association member bank

Student must hold at least a 20 ACT

For an application, go to http://www.alabamabankers.org/

February 8, 2017

Alabama Farmers’

Federation Scholarship

(ALFA Foundation Scholarship)

Must plan to pursue a degree at a 2 year/4 year, or vocational college

Must hold at least a 2.5 GPA Must be a current ALFA Member

(Membership is available by calling Alfa Insurance at 1800.964.2532)

For an application go to https://www.scholarsapply.org/alfa/https://www.scholarsapply.org/alfa/

Applications Available on-line beginning February 1, 2017

Alabama Foster and Adopted

Parents Association Scholarship

Must be a child in state custody living in a foster home

Children who were adopted by foster parents are also eligible

Applications available on line at

March 1, 2017

https://afapa.org/2016-17-afapa-scholarship-application/

Alabama Home Builders

Foundation Scholarship

Must be a resident of Alabama Must be enrolled in a construction-

related curriculum at a 2 or 4 year Alabama College/University

Applications Available in the Guidance

March 15, 2017

ALABAMA GI DEPENDENTS'EDUCATIONAL

BENEFIT PROGRAM

Tuition, fees and book assistance to children and spouses of eligible Alabama veterans (with at least a partial disability). Recipients may attend public institutions of higher education in Alabama.

Application forms may be obtained from the Alabama State Department of Veterans Affairs, P.O. Box 1509, Montgomery, AL 36102-1509, or from any county veterans service officer. Phone 334/242-5077.

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ALABAMA NATIONAL

GUARD EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

An award to be used for tuition, educational fees and book/supplies for Alabama National Guard members to attend a public postsecondary educational institution in Alabama. Awards are limited to $500 per term, and no more than $1,000 per year. Is not based on need.

Applications are available from Alabama National Guard units. Funds are limited, so students who are Guard members are encouraged to apply early. Forms must be signed by a representative of the Alabama Military Department and the financial aid officer at the college or university the student plans to attend

ALABAMA SCHOLARSHIPS

FOR DEPENDENTS OF BLIND PARENTS

An award to cover instructional fees and tuition at an Alabama state institution of higher learning for children from families in which the head of the family is blind and whose family income is insufficient to provide educational benefits.

Applications are available from Debra Culver, Rehab. Specialist, Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services, 2129 East South Blvd., Montgomery, AL 36116-2455800/441-7607334/613-2248256/362-0638.

American College FoundationVisionary

Scholarship Program

(ACF)

Students must submit a copy of most recent report card

Students must write a 500 word essay on “Why College is Important to Me”

$1000 to $5000 Scholarship Prize

For an application, go to http://www.americancollegefoundation.org/college_planning/register.aspx

May 1, 2017

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American Legion Legacy

Scholarship

Must be a child of an active duty, reservist or veteran soldier who died while on active duty on or after sept. 11, 2001.  (Does not have to be a death out-of-country or in combat.)

For an application, go to https://www.legion.org/legacy-scholarship-application

April 1, 2017

AMVETS Scholarships

AMVETS Children or Grandchildren

of Veterans/Active Duty Service

Member

Must be children/grandchildren of living or deceased U.S. veteran

Must have at least a 3.0 GPA Must demonstrate a financial need

For an application go to http://www.amvets.org/programs/scholarships/

May 1, 2017

Scholarships

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Veterans, Active Duty,

Guard/Reserves Scholarship

ANS Incoming Freshman

Scholarship

Applicants must pursue a degree in nuclear engineering

Applicants must submit a 500 word essay

Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from counselor/teacher

For an application go to http://www.ans.org/honors/scholarships/forms/

April 1, 2017

CAPPEX Financial Aid and FAFSA

101

Topics

Types of Financial Aid How to Apply for Financial Aid Everything You Need to Know About the

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) — What it is, How to Apply, Who Should Apply, When to Apply, and What You Need to Apply

For additional information, go to https://www.cappex.com/hq/articles-and-advice/financial-aid/fafsa/Your-Guide-to-the-FAFSA

No deadline

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College Counts Scholarship

Must demonstrate a financial need Must be planning to attend an Alabama

public university/college Must have a minimum 2.75 GPA Must have a 26 ACT score or Below

(applicants attending a two-year college will not be required to submit ACT scores)

For an application, go to www.CollegeCountsAlabama.com

March 1, 2017

Dixie Youth Baseball

Scholarship

Applicants must be a high school senior

Applicants must possess strong

February 1, 2017

school/community leadership skills

Applicants must be past participants of Dixie YOUTH Baseball franchise 12 years of age or younger

Applicants must demonstrate a financial need

For an application go to http://youth.dixie.org/

Dixie Softball Scholarship

-Applicants must be a high school senior girl-Applicants must have participated in a Dixie Youth Softball Program-Applicants must demonstrate a financial need

For an Application go to http://softball.dixie.org/site/ClientSite/article/1109039

February 1, 2017

Hadden Scholarship

The scholarships are available for up to four years of college undergraduate study only at an accredited four-year college or university established in the United States.

Only graduating high school seniors from any part of the United States who are U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration. The applicant must be in a college preparatory program with a 3.5+ GPA or better or equivalent to be considered for a Hadden Scholarship. Permanent Residents are not eligible.

Applications available in Guidance OR For an application, go to http://fdnweb.org/youthfdn/grant-guidelines/

February 28, 2017

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Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC)

Reach Educational Scholarship

Program

Must be an employee of KFC Must be a child and/or dependent of

a KFC employee Must hold at least a 2.75 G.P.A.

Application available on line @ http://kfcfoundation.org/

March 30, 2017

Mexican American Legal

Defense and Education Fund

(MALDEF)Scholarship

Resource Guide

The MALDEF Scholarship Resource Guide is a free, informative resource guide for students, parents, and educators with an extensive list of scholarships, including many that do not inquire about immigration status.

For a list of scholarship resources, go to http://www.maldef.org/leadership/scholarships/index.html

Various Deadlines

Marriott Minority Entrepreneurs

Scholarship Program

Must be of African American, Asian, American Indian, or Hispanic/Latino Heritage

Must write a 500 word essay on career goals

Must submit a copy of high school transcript

Applications Available in Guidance or for an application, go to http://www.up.edu/showimage/show.aspx?file=19876

June 15, 2017

Mercedes-Benz U.S.

International Scholarship

Program

Must be a high school student of a parent who works at a Mercedes-Benz Plant

Must be planning to enroll as a full time student at an accredited two/four year college

For an application go to https://www.mbusi.com/about/mbusi-corporate-info/scholarships

March 15, 2017

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National Future Farmers of

AmericaScholarship

Must be a high school student Must be a FFA member unless

otherwise stated Must plan to attend as a full time

college student

To apply, go to https://www.ffa.org/scholarships

February 1, 2017

National School Counseling

Week Poster & Essay Contest

Students must submit a poster on a given topic/theme

Students must write an essay on a given topic/theme

Topic: “How has a school counselor helped guide you toward your future?”

Applications available in the Guidance Department

February 10, 2017

National Technical Honor

Society Scholarship

Eligible applicants must be a dues-paying member of both National Technical Honor Society and ONE of the following (HOSA, FBLA, FCCLA, Skills USA or DECA)

Once on the website, click the icon of the organization, and it will take you to the site where you will find the scholarship application

To apply go to https://www.nths.org/member-resources/scholarships-awards/scholarships-97.html

April 30, 2017

Nursing Schools Almanac

Aspiring Nurse Scholarship

Must be a high school senior Must possess a passion for the

nursing profession

For an application, go to www.nursingschoolsalmanac.com and Click the “Nursing School Almanac” banner on the right hand side of the web page

June 30, 2017

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Regions Riding Forward

Scholarship Essay Contest

Be a legal U.S. resident of either Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee or Texas

February 28, 2017

Be age 13 or older Be enrolled in 12th grade in a public

or private school (or home school) located in one of the states listed above

Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

Plan to attend an accredited college in the U.S. during the 2017-2018 academic school year

Is there a particular African-American who inspires you because of the significant achievements in our society that he or she has been responsible for?

Write about an African-American who has inspired and motivated you, and you could win a $5,000 or $3,500 scholarship. Your essay should, in 500 words or less:

1. Address how an African-American has been an inspiration in your life

2. Discuss the contributions of the African-American individual who has served to inspire and motivate you

To learn more about the Official Rules and requirements go to https://www.regions.com/promo/black-history-scholarship

$5000 scholarship prizeSCAD

Distinguished Scholars Award

Must have at least a 30 ACT Composite

Must hold at least a 3.75 GPA Must possess outstanding visual

arts, performing arts, or writing capabilities

1. Students must apply for admissions to SCAD at SCAD.EDU/APPLY

2. Then see the Guidance Department for details on the nomination process for the SCAD Distinguished Scholars Award

$20,000 scholarship prize

March 1, 2017

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Selective Service All Males between the ages of 18 and 25 All males

Registration must show proof of registration with the U.S. Selective Service System. NOTE: Males who are at least 17 years old and 3 months may pre-register with Selective Service.

No male who fails to register for Selective Service shall:

1) Be offered employment by the state of Alabama without proof of Selective Service registration

2) Be eligible to enroll in any college/university without proof of Selective Service registration

To register with Selective Service go to www.sss.gov

must register by their 18th

birthday

Dr. Bernard J. Schroer

Scholarship

sponsored by

The Alabama Automotive

Manufacturing Scholarship

(CARCAM)

Must be an Alabama resident Must be planning to pursue an

automotive manufacturing career in Alabama

Must be planning to enroll in an Alabama public 2 year/4 year college in an eligible program for the Fall of 2017

Application available online at https://aama.memberclicks.net/

Applications available on line beginningJanuary, 2017

Society of Women Engineer

Scholarships

Applicants must be female and majoring in engineering or computer science.

For an application go to https://scholarships.swe.org/applications/login.asp

Application available on line beginning March 1, 2017

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Toshiba Machine The Toshiba Machine Co., America February

Company Scholarship

Program

Scholarship Program was established to assist students pursuing an industrial maintenance or plastics processing program of study. Recipients will earn $2,500 scholarship awards for full-time study at an accredited institution of their choice.

High school seniors, high school graduates and college undergraduates may apply, as long as they plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited school for the upcoming academic year. Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll in an industrial maintenance or plastics processing program of study, and must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (for high school students) or 2.5 (for college students) on a 4.0 scale.

For an application, go to http://www.toshiba-machine.com/default.aspx

2017

USDA National Scholars Program

Must be a high school senior Must hold at least a 21 ACT/3.0 GPA Must have been accepted to a Historically

Black University Must submit a 500-800 word essay Must plan to pursue a degree in agriculture,

food, or natural resource sciences

For an application, go to https://www.outreach.usda.gov/education/1890/

January 31, 2017

The University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa

Rural Minority Health Scholars Program

Must be a current high school seniorMust hold at least a 3.0 GPAMust have at least a 22 ACTIf selected, you will receive 4 college credits and attend Alabama from May 28th- June 28th

For an application go to www.cchs.ua.edu/rmhs or Applications Available in the Guidance Department

March 1, 2017

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University of AuburnTheatre

Scholarship

Theatre Scholarship Auditions

Where: Telfair Peet Theatre – 350 Samford Avenue, Auburn, Alabama

Award: Substantial one-year scholarship awards will be made to outstanding students who participate in the competitive on-site auditions and presentations.

Who: Open to high school seniors and college transfer students who intend to major in Theatre and have maintained a 3.0 grade point average in their high school or previous college academic work.

Audition or Presentation: High school seniors or transfers will have the opportunity to audition/interview for scholarship consideration and admission to our theatre program.

Entrance into the Music Theatre Program: Students interested in auditioning for admission to Auburn’s Music Theatre degree program must complete a pre-screen through getacceptd.com at this link: https://app.getacceptd.com/auburntheatre. 

Performance Scholarships: Applicants for the music theatre degree program should prepare and present the material described above.

For further information regarding music theatre or performance admission or scholarship audition requirements, contact Professor Dan LaRocque at larocdj@auburn.edu

 Design /Tech Scholarships: Design/Technology applicants should prepare and present a portfolio of their design and production work.

For further information regarding design and technical production scholarship presentation requirements, contact Professor Fereshteh Rostampour at fereshteh.rostampour@auburn.edu

Bachelor of Arts Scholarships : Students will participate in an

interview with selected faculty and present any written or portfolio work they choose.

For further information about Bachelor of Arts scholarship requirements, contact Dr. Chase Bringardner at cab0023@auburn.edu

Management Scholarships : Management applicants should prepare and present a portfolio/binder including promptbooks and other paperwork that demonstrate the ability to organize, track, document, and oversee any and

Event to be held onJanuary 28, 2017

To register for event, go to http://www.cla.auburn.edu/theatre/academics/auburn-university-theatre-scholarship-day-and-bfa-music-theatre-auditions-2017/

all areas of production.

For further information about management scholarship requirements, contact Dr. Scott Phillips at phillm2@auburn.edu

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The University of West Alabama

Alumni Relations Scholarship

Students must have Cumulative high school grade point

average of 2.75. Composite ACT score of 19. Tentative admission to the University

of West Alabama. Students must complete the Free

Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA may be completed on-line at www.fafsa.gov.

For an application, go to www.uwaalumni.com

April 15, 2017

UNCF STEM Scholars Program

Must be African American; 3.0 GPA; high school senior entering U.S.-accredited college or university Fall 2016; U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident $2,500 - freshmen and sophomores

academic years $5,000 - juniors and seniors

academic years An additional $5,000 - fifth year

students A $5,000 internship stipend for a

STEM-related ProjectParticipation in:

K-12 STEM Summer Institute (pre-college)

UNCF Student Tech Empowerment Workshop

Apply online: https://www.uncf.org/blog/entry/apply-

February 23, 2017

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Vantagepoint Public Employee

Memorial Scholarship

Fund

or

ICMA-RC Public Employee Memorial

Scholarship

The ICMA-RC Vantagepoint Public Employee Memorial Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to the surviving children and spouses of US city, county, and state public employees* who have died in service to their communities. 

Applicants must enroll in and attend an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school on a full-time basis. High school seniors, undergraduates and graduate students are eligible to apply.

*Students must provide a letter from the deceased employee’s place of work verifying his or her employment at time of death, and supporting financial information.

Awards are determined based on merit and financial need and are for tuition and fees only.

For an application, go to http://www.vantagescholar.org

March 15, 2017

7 Easy Steps To the FAFSA

This is a video in which parents and students can get answers to many questions concerning the FAFSA process.

For the video, go to https://www.finaid.ucsb.edu/fafsasimplification/step3.html

No Deadline

Filling out the FAFSA Learn how to fill out the FAFSA in seven

No Deadline

easy steps.

For the video, go to https://www.igrad.com/videos/How-to-Fill-Out-the-FAFSA-full