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"And Now...A Word From Our Planet" Award
Students compose radio ads intended to educate listeners on environmental issues
$500-$1000www.awordfromourplanet.org
www.populationeducation.org
"Will To Win" Asthma Athlete Scholarship
Must have asthma. Senior with community service, leadership, academic achievement
Not specified
"Will to Win" Asthma Athletic Scholarship , Schering/Key Pharmaceuticals , 2918 N 72nd Street , Omaha, NE 68134
1-800-558-7305
Alabama Farmers Cooperative and Auburn University
Enrolled in Ag with business, 3.0 GPA, nomination by local Co-Op store, essay
$5000 per year for 4 years
Pick up applications at local Co-Op store
Alabama G.I. Dependents Scholarship
Parents must have had Military experience
$7000.00 / full tuition www.va.state.al.us/scholarship.htm
Alabama Math and Science Scholarship
Must be resident of Alabama, attend school in Alabama, Pursue teaching degree in Math or Science.
$4000 renewable with 3.0 GPA. Agree to teach for 5 years in system with critical needs. For use during Junior or senior year.
Dr. Jayne Meyer, Asst.Supt., AL State Dept of Education, PO Box 302101 , Montgomery, AL 36130
334-242-9560
Alabama National Guard Education Assistance Program
Enrolled full or part-time; must have served in AFNG or ANG
$500 - $1000 www.ache.state.al.us
Alabama Nursing Scholarship Program
Alabama resident enrolled in nursing in state, must work 1 year in Alabama
Varies Applications at financial aid offices at colleges
Amy Writing Essay relating Not www.amyfound.org
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God's word to current issues and author's skill in presenting a biblical answer to questions about meaning of life.
Collegiate Inventors Competition
Students to share their inventive ideas with the world. Exploration in invention, science, engineering, technology, and other creative endeavors
$15,000 http://www.invent.org/collegiate/overview.html
Federal Aid
Federal Aid First explains the differences between federal and private student loans, the various kinds of federal student loans offered, and the dollar amounts available. Included are details on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is the starting point for obtaining financial assistance for college.
Needs bases http://www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov
Institutional Scholarship Waivers
Awarded at Alabama 2-year institutions for high academic achievement
Full Tuition
Contact Junior College for application
http://www.ache.state.al.us/Students & Parents/PayingforCollege.htm
Jay Shalmoni Memorial Holocaust Art & Writing Contest
Write an essay or create an art project based on an interview with a Holocaust survivor
Varieswww.remembertoteach.com/entryform.htm
John and Eula Mae Baugh
Applicant or parent must be
$1,000 - $2,000
http://www.sysco.com/aboutus/SocialResponsibility/aboutus_workplace_sp.html
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SYSCO Scholarship
employed by SYSCO
L. Ron Hubbard Writers and Illustrators of the Future
Amateur writer of any age may submit original prose or illustrations.
Varies www.writersofthefuture.com
Louise NACCA Memorial Trust
For visual, hearing or physical impairment. Financial need
Variestamara,[email protected]
908-598-3582
Olin Livesey Scholarship
Good scholarship, leadership, school and community participation
Varieswww.pe.net/scholars/ollsf
Parke-Davis Epilepsy Scholarship
Student currently receiving treatment for epilepsy
Not statedwww.parentsinc.org/finaid/aid7352.html
1-800-AWARD-PD
Police Officers and Fire Fighters Survivors Education Assistance
Dependent of full time officials killed in the line of duty
$2,000-$5,000 www.ache.state.al.us
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship
High academic achievement: nominated by counselor
$1,500 Counselor
STATE OF ALABAMA FINANCIAL
PROGRAMS (Various grants)
Resident of Alabama studying in Alabama
$300 - $2500Needs bases
http://www.ache.state.al.us/StudentAsst/Programs.htm
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer College Scholarship
Children of a parent who has died from breast cancer. Financial need.
Not specified
http://cms.komen.org/komen/GrantsProgram/AwardsScholarships/CollegeScholarshipAwards/index.htm
Tall Clubs International Scholarship
Open to seniors meeting heighth requirements : Men 6'2" Women 5'10"
Not specified www.tall.org/teens/teenscholr/tshow.cfm
United Negro College Fund
Must be African-American enrolled at
Varies Program Services Dept., United Negro College Fund, 8260 Willow Oaks Corp. Dr., Fairfax, VA 22031
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UNCF approved school.
Vocational Rehabilitation Scholarship
Must provide proof of disability or physical challenge
Varies http://www.ed.gov/fund/grant/apply/nidrr/index.html
Voice of Democracy Program
Students 10-12 record on audio cassette a three to five minute essay on assigned topic
Not statedwww.vfw.org - programs - youth development
1-816-968-1117
Young American Creative Patriotic Art Award
Students 9-12 may submit patriotic art on paper or canvas
Not stated www.ladiesauxvfw.com/ypatart.html
Actions Speak Scholarship
FBLA member, transcript, 2 letters of recommendation telling of volunteer/fundraising activities.
$1000 - $4000 Apr 15
Future Business Leaders of America , Attn: Scholarship Coordinator , 1912 Association Drive , Reston, VA 22091
AMVETS National Four-
Scholarship
Child or grandchild of veteran who is member of AMVETs
$1000 Apr 15
AMVETS National Hdq., 4647 Forbes Bldv. , Lanham, MD 20706
301-459-9600 ext.3043
Heinz Food Service Scholarship
For school food service professionals who are members of the professional association and their children. 3.0 GPA
Up to $2500 Apr. 1
American School Food Service Association 700 S Washington St, Ste 300 Alexandria, VA 22314
703-739-3900 Ext 150
Lucinda Todd Book Scholarship
Minority student with 3.0 GPA who will pursue teacher education degree
$300 Apr. 7
[email protected] www.brownvboard.org/foundation/scholarships
785-235-3939
Alabama Home Builders Foundation Scholarship
Alabama resident pursuing a construction-related degree at an Alabama school
Not stated April 1800-746-4222
www.hbaa.org
American Alabama $850 April 1 American Legion Auxiliary
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Legion Auxiliary Scholarship
resident descendant of war veteran 334-262-1176
Engineering Council of Birmingham
Shelby county senior majoring in engineering
$1,000 April 1 Engineering Council of Birmingham, Inc., Attn: Sandy Wood, 7003 Alice Road, McCalla, AL 35111
Jackie Robinson Scholarship
Minority, need, leadership, high academics, essay
Up to $6000 April 1 Scholarship Program, Jackie Robinson Foundation
John Gyles Education Awards
Apply during last half of senior year, 2.7 GPA, send SASE for application
Up to $3000 April 1 Secretary, John Gyles Education Awards, PO Box 4808, Frederiction, New Brunswick E3B 5G4 Canada
Alabama Association of School Boards District V Fine
Scholarship
Completed 1st semester of Senior year. Participated in Fine Arts at least 3 years. 3.2 GPA overall, 4.0 GPA fine arts.
$500 April 12Mr. John Hackett, Jr.; President, AASB District V; Scholarship Selection Committee; Fairfield City Board of Education; P.O. Box 110; Fairfield, Alabama 35064.
Dolphin Scholarship
Children of members of Submarine Force, academics, need, activities
$3000 April 15Dolphin Scholarship Foundation , Attn: Scholarship Administrator , 5040 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 104A Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Friends in Art Scholarship
Blind or visually impaired students
$1,000 April 15Majoring in music, drama, art, or creative writing.
Contact: Harvey Miller 402 French Broad Street Brevard, NC 28712-3410
Hispanic Scholarship
Hispanic US citizens, field of Business, 3.0 GPA, need
April 15 Hispanic College Fund, Inc. Scholarship Coordinator Thomas Circle NW, Ste 375 Washington, DC 20005-5802
Tourism Foundation Yellow Ribbon Scholarship
Hearing Impaired April 15
Interest in Tourism/travel or hotel/restaurant managementGPA: 3.0Contact www.ntfounline.orgOr National Tourism Foundation 546 East Main Street Lexington, KY 40508 800-682-8886
Robert O. Finley, III Foundation Scholarship
Child of Berry High School graduate, athletic participation, strong character, essay, good GPA
$5,000 over 4 years April 20 .
NO-Addiction All high school $500 April 26 (800) No-Addiction
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Campaign Essay Contest
students. 300 word essay telling why you have chosen to stay away from drugs and alcohol and what you are personally doing to further prevention and awareness in your school and community
Holocaust Remembrance Project
Grades 9-12. 1200 word essay.
$5000 plus trip to Washington, D.C.
April 30www.hoplocaust.hklaw.com
OFA National Scholarship/Cary Family Scholarship
Have been in foster care for at least one year by 18th birthday
$2,000 - $6,000 April 5
Tina Raheem: [email protected] www.orphan.org
571-203-0270
Health Undergraduate Scholarship Program
Students with financial or other disadvantaged background, application, 3.0 GPA, Alabama resident, SASE
April 30
National Institutes of Health 7550 Wisconsin Avenue, Rm 102, Bethesda, MD 20814-3559
Virginia Cobb Scholarship for Hearing/Speech Impaired
GPA 2.5 Not specified Aug 10 The Charity League of Birmingham
Air Traffic Control Association Scholarships
US Citizen, enrolled in aeronautics, aviation, and related fields.
Not specified Aug. 1 703-522-5717
American Fire Sprinkler Association Scholarship
High School senior who will be attending College in the US. Essay
$2000
August 28, 2007 until May 9, 2008.
http://www.afsascholarship.org/
Students read "Fire Sprinkler Essay" then take an on-line test on the essay. 10 students will each receive a $2000 scholarship.
Entrepreneurial Scholarship
Must own or operation a business (even if it is non-profit)
$10,000renewal - 4 yrs - Total $40,000
Deadline is Jan. 15, 2008
Go to www.mckelveyfoundation.org for more information.
(This is a privately-funded scholarship offered by the founder of monster.com)
Achievement Scholarship Program
Outstanding achievements in school, community, or workplace
$1,000 - $25,000 Dec 15 www.axa-achievement.com
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Cecil Lane Family Scholarship
Alabama resident entering Auburn
$1,750 Dec 5
Applicant is accepted at Auburn University. Parents or grandparents have been member of ACA for two or more years. Strong ties to the cattle industryhttp://www.bamabeef.org/Youth%20Page/scholarships_for_aca_family_memb.htm
Alexander Graham Bell Association
Hearing loss prior to spoken language
$1,000 to $10,000
Dec. – Feb.
Hearing impairment of PTA of 60dB or greaterSpoken word means of communication [email protected].
Wax Company Scholarship
Student must attend Auburn University and enroll in Agriculture
$1,000 Dec. 15
Parents must be a member of the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association.Alabama Cattlemen's Association, Att. Martha Davis,P.O. Box 2499 Montgomery, AL 36102-2499http://www.bamabeef.org/Youth%20Page/scholarships_for_aca_family_memb.htm
LeTendre Scholarship
For students identified as homeless
$2,000 - $3,000
Dec. 20 . http://www.naehcy.org/letendre_app.html
Ann Ford
High school senior with an identified learning disability
$10,000 Dec. 31
Demonstrated perseverance; embraces new opportunitiesGPA: 3.0 or higherContact: http://www.ncld.org/content/view/871/456074/or Anne Ford ScholarshipNational Center for Learning Disabilities, Inc.381 Park Avenue South, Suite 1401New York, NY [email protected]
Alabama Horse Council Scholarship
Majoring in field of study related to equine industry 4 yr. college degree
$1,000 Dec. 5
AHC member or child of member of Alabama Horse Council.http://www.bamabeef.org/Youth%20Page/scholarships_for_aca_family_memb.htm
Ina E. PowellMemorial Scholarship
Female with strong leadership & academic record
$1,500 Dec. 5
Attending Auburn in Agriculture, Forestry, Wildlife Science, College of Human Sciences or College of Education. Strong ties to agriculture. Parents or grandparents have been member of ACA for two or more years.http://www.bamabeef.org/Youth%20Page/scholarships_for_aca_family_memb.htm
Samuel Upchurch Memorial Scholarship
Student exhibitsacademic excellence with major in Agriculture.
$4,000renewable Dec. 5 Applicant is accepted in Animal Science or Agriculture
Economics at Auburn University. Parents or grandparents have been member of ACA for two or more years.
Tagged for Greatness
Academic and leadership excellence
$1,000 - $5,000 Dec. 5
Family is a member of Alabama Cattlemen’s Associationhttp://www.bamabeef.org/Youth%20Page/scholarships_for_aca_family_memb.htm
American General Scholarship
Top 1/2 of class (but not top 10%), present evidence of good character by participation
$500-$1,500
Feb 1 Request an application by contacting...American General Scholarship Program c/o Scholarship Program Administrators, Inc., PO Box 22492, Nashville, TN 37202-2492 or call 615-320-3149 or fax 615-320-3151.
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in extracurricular activities at school, or involvement in community affairs after school.
Horace Mann Scholarship Program
B average, 23 ACT, essay, recommendations, parent must be teacher, administrator, professor, or public school employee.
$1,000 to $20,000' Feb 1
www.horacemann.com
Horace Mann Scholarship Program, PO Box 20490, Springfield, IL 62708
Medical & Abroad Study Scholarships
Polish Origin $1,000 to $2,500 Feb 1 http://www.kosciuszkofoundation.org/EDScholarships.html
Sam Walton Community Scholarship
Financial need, leadership, high academics. Must use location number of store nearest you. Must not be an employee or dependent of an employee.
$1,000 Feb 1 On-line application and all supporting documentation by due date. www.walmartfoundation.org
Young American Creative Patriotic Art Awards
Original patriotic work of art.
$500 - $3,000 Feb 1
Local Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW.http://www.ladiesauxvfw.org/eWeb/DynamicPage.aspx?Site=LAVFW&WebKey=4b47ee7e-8d6b-4cfb-82db-6eea763c15c2
Cargill Scholarship for Rural America
Senior whose family income is 50% from farming, US citizen
$1000 Feb 15Cargill Scholarship for Rural America c/o National FFA Org. Scholarship Office PO Box 68960 Indianapolis, IN46268-0960
Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship
From farm or ranch family, essay, work, leadership
$1500 Feb 15
www.farmsource.com
www.agfoundation.org
United Daughters of
Confederacy Scholarships
Must be a descendant of a Confederate soldier, sailor, or marine. 3.0 GPA
$800-$1000 Feb 15www.hqudc.org
804-355-1636
MG James Ursano Scholarship
Dependant children, stepchildren, adopted children
Amount not stated
Feb 19 www.aerhq.org
Army Emergency Relief National Headquarters, Education Department , 200 Stovall Street , Alexandria,
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of soldiers on active duty, retired or deceased
VA 22332-0001
Alabama Power Leadership Development Speech Contest
10th - 12th grade students, must deliver 4-6 min. speech on leadership
$250-$1500 Feb 22Doris Henson
(205) 257-3530
All USA High School Academic Team
Outstanding academic, artistic, or leadership endeavor, essay
$2500 Feb 22 http://allstars.usatoday.com 703-854-5890
Ability Counts Journalism Scholarship Program
Grades 9 - 12 $300 Feb.Ability Counts Journalism Scholarship ProgramAlabama Governors Committee2129 E. South Blvd. P.O. Box 11586Montgomery, AL 36111-0586 Fax : (334) 613-0937
BURGER KING® Scholars Program
Students who work part-time and excel academically
$1,000 each Feb. 1 http://www.bk.com/companyinfo/community/BKS.aspx
National Peace Essay Contest
“Confronting Crimes Against Humanity” theme for 08’/09’ Essay competition.
1 National award, first place: $10,000*1 National award, second place: $5,000*1 National award, third place: $2,500*53 State awards, first place: $1,000 each
Feb. 1 http://www.usip.org/ed/npec/topic.html
Minnie Pearl Scholarship Program
Academic achievers that are Deaf / hard of hearing
$2000 Feb. 15
3.0 GPA demonstrate leadershipContact: www.earfoundation.org/mnniescholarship.html Or Minnie Pearl Scholarship 1817 Patterson Street Nashville, TN 37203 (615) 329-7807 (voice/ TTY)
National FFA Scholarship
Academics, Community service, work experience
$1000 - $10,000 Feb. 15 Scholarship Coordinator, National FFA 317-802-6061
Elks National Foundation "Most Valuable Student"
Complete application, US citizen, community
$4,000 - $60,000
Jan 9 Contact the Lodge Scholarship Chairman, Exalted Ruler, or Secretary of the B.P.O. Elks Lodge having jurisdiction the area in which the student has legal residence.
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service, leadership, essay, financial need, letters of recommendation, achievements
www.elks.org/enf/scholars
Alabama Housing Authority Education and Enrichment Fund, Inc. Public Housing Scholarship
Essay, transcript, proof of residence, accepted at an institution of higher education
$2,250 Jan 10 Contact Public Housing Manager
Linley Heflin Scholarship
Female, min. ACT 22, US citizen, financial need, transcript, two letters of recommendation, picture
$1,500 per year Jan 10 .See Counselor
Discover Card Scholarship
Juniors, 2.75 GPA, leadership, overcome obstacles, are making life better for others
$2,500 up Jan 11
http://www.discoverfinancial.com/community/scholarship.shtml (703) 875-0708 [email protected]
Gates Millennium Scholars
African American, Native American, Asian Pacific Islander, Hispanic American
5 yr. renewal as needed
Jan 12
Need Based on Federal Pell Grant Apply: www.gmsp.comGPA: 3.3 or earned GED PHONE: 1-877-690-4677Community Leadership
Mail: Gates Millennium Scholars P.O. Box 1434 Alexandria, Virginia 22313
Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship
Plan to work in government service. Essay required.
$2,500 to $10,000 Jan 15 www.enotes.com/ scholarships -loans/ washington -
crossing - foundation - 12k
Award of Excellence Asthma/Allergy Scholarship Program
Senior with asthma who has high academics, application, essay, transcript, references
$100-$1000 Jan 2 www.aaaai.org/members/associates/asthmascholarship/default.stm
Bryant-Jordan Scholar Athlete and Student Athlete Achievement Award
Nominated by school principal
$2,500 - full tuition Jan 20 School principal or counselor
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Papa Johns Scholarship
Well-rounded, good character, community involvement, creative ability, life goals and interests, demonstrated leadership, academic achievement, min. 2.0 GPA
$1,000+ Jan 20http://www.papajohns.com/comun/scholar.htm
Alabama Society - DAR
Extracurricular activates, leadership, community service, five references, financial need form, transcript
Scholarship goes directly to college
Jan 25 . http://dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm
Phi Delta Kappa International: Scholarships and Grants for Prospective Educators
Academic standing, essay, letters of recommendation, school and community activities
$1,000 to $5,000 Jan 31 http://www.pdkintl.org/awards/awardhome.htm
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Ron Brown Scholarship
African-American , academics, leadership, service, 3.0 GPA
$10,000 Jan 9 www. ronbrown .org/
Gorgas Scholarship
Must have scientific paper describing original research or project. Scientific work may have been done in conjunction with a summer science program or year-round supervised work
Over $10,000
January www.GorgasScholar.org
Best Buy Scholarship
Scholarship recipients are selected based on volunteerism efforts along with academic achievements.
$1,500 - $10,000
January 1 and February 15
www.BestBuy.com/Scholarships
Women's Missionary
For female Baptist active in
$500 - $700 January 15
http://www.wmufoundation.com/scholar_summary.asp
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Union Scholarship WMU / Acteens March
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Undergrad. Scholar Prog.
Meet CIA employment standards
Up to $18,000
July – Nov. 15
Must work one year for each year of sponsorshipWork during summer for CIA /1000 SAT/21 ACT 3.0–4.0 GPAhttps://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/view-all-jobs/undergraduate-scholarship-program.html
Foundation Scholarship
Female with physical Disability
$500 - $2000renewable
June 1
Works with or advocates for people with disability Contact: ELA Foundation 2460 North Lake Ave., PMB #128 ALtadena, CA 91001
www.ela.org/scholarships
Methodist Youth Ministry Scholarship
Must be affiliated with Methodist Church
$500 - $1,000 June 1
Kara Oliver
Samsung American Legion Scholarship
Direct descendants of US wartime veterans, ACT, activities, need, community service
June 15
American Legion - National Headquarters PO Box 1055Indianapolis, IN 46206-1055
Presidential Freedom Scholarships
Junior or Senior who had performed outstanding service to community, school or community must match $500
$1000 June 30
http://www.learnandserve.gov/about/programs/pfs.asp 866-291-7700
Blue Circle of America Scholarship Program
Applicant or parent employed by Blue Circle
$1000- $2000 Mach 1 Contact Blue Circle America, Inc. directly
Jaycee War Memorial Fund Scholarship
Leadership and Academic $1,000 Mar 1 918-584-2481 ext. 434
Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship
Based on academics, school/community involvement, and financial need
None stated Mar 1
download application and submit my mail www.jimmyranefoundation.org
National Alliance of Scholastic Achievement
Senior, anticipate being accepted by 4yr. college, GPA at least 2.75, ACT or SAT, essay,
$2,000 to $15,000 available for tuition, fees, room and board,
Mar 1 .
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letter of recommendation
books, paid over 4 years
National Art Materials Trade Association (NAMTA)
Open to NAMTA employees or employee of a NAMTA member firm and their relatives. Based on financial need, GPA, extracurricular activities, and special interests.
Varies Mar 1www.namta.org
Professional Secretaries International Scholarships
Plan to attend 2 or 4 year college and take office courses
$500 to $2,000 Mar 1 Professional Secretaries International
American Cancer Society College Scholarship
Have had a cancer diagnosis before the age of 21, minimum 2.5 GPA
Varies Mar 4www.cancer.org
(800) ACS-2345
AIG Minority Geo-science Scholarships
Ethnic-minority students in the geosciences2.8 GPA
$4000Renewable w/3.0 GPA
Mar.Each award will consist of both scholarship support as well as
support for professional development experiences http://www.agiweb.org/mpp/index.html
Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY)
Outstanding athletics, academics, leadership, and community service.
25 scholarships of $7,500 each. An invitation for winners, parents and/or guardians to attend a SAMMY weekend at the Disney World Complex in Orlando, Florida. An opportunity to be pictured in a special congratulatory Milk Mustache ad in a June edition of USA
March www.whymilk.com
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TODAY and other national magazines.
Blue Bell Foundation
Applicant or parent employed by Blue Bell, need
$1000-$2000
March 1 Contact Blue Bell Foundation directly
Character Stars Scholarship
Alabama resident, 2 letters of rec., essay, 2.8 GPA, activities, SASE
$500-$1500 March 1
American General Life and Accident Insurance Companyc/o Scholarship Program Program Administrator PO Box 23737 Nashville, TN 37202-3737
H&R Block Scholarship
Applicant or parent must be employed by H&R Block, need
$500-$2500 March 1 Contact H&R Block Foundation directly
J. Craig and Page T. Smith Scholarship
Must have C average, community service or assistance to family, attend Alabama college.
Amount not stated Jan. 15 www.jcraigsmithfoundation.org 205-250-6669 or see
counselor
Jack and Elizabeth Warner College Scholarship
Applicant or parent must be employed by Gulf States Paper Cooperation
$500-$2500 March 1 Contact Gulf States Paper Cooperation directly
Kaplan/Newsweek "My Turn" Essay Competition
Original essay on topic of students choice
Up to $5000 March 1 www.kaptest.com/essay
Regions Right
Scholarship
Applicant or parent must work at Regions Bank.
$2,000 March 1 Contact Corporate Headquarters Human Relations
Scholarship for Students with Good Hearts
High academics, leadership, service, character, Alabama resident
$500-$1500 March 1 American General Scholarship 615-320-3149
TORA Scholarship
Dependents of active duty or drilling reservist, 3.0 GPA, leadership, citizenship
$1000 March 1 www.tora.org "Member Service" "Scholarship 200"
Vice Admiral Children of $2000- March Navy-Marine Corp Relief Society , Educational
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E.P. Tarvers Scholarship
active duty or retired Navy or Marines, need, 2.0 GPA
$3000 1 Programs , 801 N. Randolph Street, Ste 1228 , Arlington, VA 22203-1977
Walton Foundation Scholarship
Applicant or parent must be employed by Wal-Mart
$6,000 March 1
www.walmartfoundation.org
800-530-9925
Alabama Student Assistance Program
Need-based for undergraduate Alabama residents. Priority given to students who are Pell eligible. Must submit SAR.
$2,000 - $200
March 15 www.ache.state.al.us
Air Force Aid Society General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant
Dependent children, ages 23 and under, of active, retired or deceased Air Force members.
$1,500 (one-time, non-renewable, used for any year of undergraduate work)
March 20
800-429-9475
http://www.afas.org
http://www.afas.org/Afasedu.htm
Alabama Association of School Office Personnel Scholarship
Pursing a degree in a business related field or k-12 edu. degree at an accredited Alabama school, college or university. Achievement and need based.
$1,000 March 30
Pam Acker; 2680 County Road 10; Piedmont, Alabama 36272
or see Counselor
National Health Service Corps Scholarship
Career interest in nursing: must work one year for each year of scholarship in underserved community.
Full tuition March 30
U.S. Dept of Health & Human Service, National Health Service Corps, 4350 E. West hwy., 10th Fl., Bethesda, MD 20814
800-638-0824
ACS Scholars Program
Minority chemistry major 3.0 GPA
$3000renewable
March 31
African American, Hispanic/Latino and American Indian students with need seeking to pursue undergraduate college degrees in chemical sciences and chemical technology
Cahaba Valley Lions Club
Shelby county resident, financial need, community service, have eye and/or diabetes disorder
up to $3,000
March 31 205-992-7433
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Federal Employee Education and Assistance Scholarship
Dependents of civilian employed in Federal Government or US Postal Service 3.0GPA, essay, SASE
$300-$1500 March 31
http://www.feea.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=17&Itemid=46FEEA Fund Attn: Educational Programs , 8441 West Bowles Avenue, Ste 200 , Littleton, CO 80123-9501
Margaret M. Prickett Scholarship
Daughters, Granddaughters of US Army officers, need, SASE
$1000 March 31
Society of Daughters of the US Army , Janet Otto, Chairman , 7717 Rockledge Court , West Springfield, VA 22152-3854
The Alabama Baptist Foundation Scholarship
Alabama resident, member of Baptist church in Alabama Baptist State Convention, ACT, rec., photo
Varies March 31
http://www.tbfa.org/scholarship.html
Salvadoran-American Leadership
Latino / Central American Background
$500 - $2500 May www.salef.org
Alabama Feed and Grain Association Scholarship
Interest in agriculture, essay, ACT, references
May 1 Alabama Feed and Grain Association , 1528 Peachtree Lane NE, Ste. 201 , Cullman, AL 35058 256-775-0111
Gift of Hope: 21st Century Scholars
Member of United Methodist Church
$1,000 May 1
www.gbhem.org
Patti Zimmerman, Scholarship [email protected]
Kids' Chance Scholarship Fund/Ala. Law Foundation
Parent killed or totally disabled due to on-the-job accident; required to apply for financial aid.
$500-$3,000 May 1
334-269-1515
www.alfinc.org
Novo Nordisk Donnelly Awards
Play tennis in interscholastic or intramural and have type 1 diabetes
$5000 May 1
312-245-5300 http://www.wtt.com/files/2008%20Novo%20Nordisk%20Criteria.pdf
American Quarter Horse Foundation Scholarship
Member of AQHYA 3 years 2.5 GPA, essay, transcript, recommendation
May 15http://www.aqha.com/ 806-376-4888
888-209-8322 for application
Education Communication Scholarship Foundation
Students Interested in : Computer science & engineering / Graphic & Media
$1,000 May 15 http://www.edsf.org/scholarships.cfm
(847) 295-6650
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Communications / Business
THEODORE R. AND VIVIAN
JOHNSON SCHOLARSHIP
Undergraduate students with disabilities & financial needwho enroll in a State University System of Florida (SUS) institution
May 15 http://www.disabilitycenter.fsu.edu/scholar.html
Westinghouse Bertha Lamme Scholarship
Female, interest in engineering, SASE
$1000 May 15 http://societyofwomenengineers.swe.org/[email protected]
Sertoma International Scholarship
Deaf or hard of hearing students $1,000 May 2
3.2 GPA and documented hearing loss
Contact: www.sertoma.org/PDFs/SertomaHearingImparedStudentScholarship.pdf
Greystone Outreach Legacy Foundation Scholarship Program
Interest in golf, need, character, leadership, 3.0 GPA, Alabama resident
May 30 G.O.L.F. Scholarship Program Meld Financial 3008 Pumphouse Road B'ham, AL 35243
Central Intelligence Agency Scholarship
Must study engineering or computer science. Must work one year for each year of sponsorship. 3.0 GPA
Up to $15,000 Nov 1 https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/view-all-jobs/
undergraduate-scholarship-program.html
VFW Voice of Democracy - Patriotic Audio Essay Competition
Students in 9-12 grades. Theme "My Commitment to America's Future"
Nov 1 VFW scholarship link
Beeson / Moody Scholarship
Sanford University
Total cost college Nov 15
ACT 28 + / GPA 4.1 info : [email protected] Scholars Program
Samford University 800 Lakeshore Dr. Birmingham, AL 35229
Daughters of the American RevolutionNational Society
Good Citizens Scholarship $500 Nov.
15
Needham Bryan Chapter , DAR
Tylenol Scholarship
Write a brief essay on goals and aspirations, a list of school activities, and a list of community
November
http://www.tylenol.com/page.jhtml?id=tylenol/news/subptyschol.incApplications may be picked up at Eckerd stores before the due date
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and volunteer activities.
Target All-Around Scholarship
Information and application at Target Stores
$1,000 - $10,000
November 1 Ask at your local store.
Multiple Sclerosis Society Scholarship
Student with or child of parent with Multiple Sclerosis
$1,000-$3,000
Oct 15 – Jan. 15
Contact local MS chapter by calling 1-800-344-4867For Application
Coca-Cola Scholars Program
High academics, leadership, character, service, US citizen
$10,000-$20,000 Oct 31 https://www.coca-colascholars.org/cokeWeb/index.jsp
Horatio Alger Association Scholarship
Integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity
$1,000 - $10,000
October 30 https://www.horatioalger.com/scholarships/index.cfm
Alabama American Legion Scholarship
Alabama resident, descendant of war veteran
$850
Request form in October
Applications are available from the American Legion Department Headquarters, American Legion Auxiliary, 120 North Jackson Street, Montgomery, AL 36104.
334-262-6638
Heart of AmericaChristopher Reeve Award
Demonstrated tremendous courage and compassion serving community
$1000Sept 1 – Nov. 30
Senior in high schoolDetails of volunteer work & supporting documentationContact: [email protected] www.hearofamerican.org/scholarships.htm
GMAC Bowl Scholarships
Student of the Week /Mobile Housing / child of Mobile Cty. Fire/ Police/Sheriff Dept.
$500 - $1500
Sept 15 – Oct 1
GMAC Bowl Office 251-635-0011
John F. Kennedy: Profiles in Courage Essay Contest
Students grades 9 – 12
$5,000 to $500
Sept. 1 – Jan. 10
The concept of political courage by writing an essay on a U.S. official who has chosen to do what is right, rather than what is expedient.Selection by Social Studies teachers in student’s high school
www.jfklibrary.org/Education
DECA Scholarship Opportunities
DECA Chapter Members Varies Varies http://www.deca.org/student.html
Scholastic Art and Writing Awards
Essay contest and transcript. High school student with an interest in
$1,000 - $5,000
Varies Alliance for Young Artists and Writers, Inc.; 555 Broadway; New York, New York 10012-1396 - various scholarships to various schools.
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writing.
American Legion Oratorical Contest
US citizen, 3-5 minute discourse on assigned topics from US Constitution; grades 9-12
State final - $2,000 - $5,000
National - $1,500 to $18,000
Varies for local competitions but most begin in the fall. Students must compete in the state competitions prior to 03/08. National deadline is March 8.
American Legion PO Box 1069Montgomery, AL 36101(800) 234-5544 334-262-6638
Alabama Young Bankers Essay Scholarship
One senior selected from high school must submit essay on selected topic
$1,000 various http://www.alabamabankers.org/alb/scholarships.html
College Testing INFORMATION & FINANCIAL AID WEB SITES
www.actstudent.orghttp://www.actstudent.org/sampletest/index.html
Site will prep students for ACT test.www.collegeboard.com/student http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/sat/reg.html
FAFSA www.fafsa.ed.gov http://www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov
www.ed.gov www.privatecolleges.com
www.studentaid.ed.gov/www.kaptest.com/
Site will prep students for college testing
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Scholarship Search AreasStudents should set up a ‘specific’ e-mail account for college/scholarship use. Insert the term school,
scholar, college etc. in the email name to use when seeking information or having information sent regarding scholarships and admission
www.fastweb.com Scholarship search engine
www.alabamamentor.org
Scholarship site search engines:CollegeBoard.com; Scholarships.com; CollegeNet.com; ScholarshipMonkey.com; http://scholarshipamerica.org/open_scholarships.php
Scholarships based on community service: Prudential Spirit of Community Awards Program.; Youth Action Net; Partnership for Public Service Fellowship; Best Buy @15; Kohl's Cares Scholarship Program; Discover Scholarship Program;
www.gocollege.com http://www.eng.auburn.edu/admin/ess/schfi/scholaralpha.htmlAuburn College of Engineering Scholarships
http://www.cse.emory.edu/sciencenet/undergrad/scholarships.html http://www.blackexcel.org/100minority.htm
Academic Common Marketwww.sreb.org/programs/acm/acmindex.asp www.free-4u.com/
www.ache.state.al.us www.college-scholarships.com
www.elks.org/enf/scholars/ourscholarships.cfm
http://www.netac.rit.edu/publication/financing_your_education/scholarships.html
Alabama Veterans Benefits Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program www.va.state.al.us
http://stars.troy.eduConsortium agreement between Alabama two year colleges and Alabama four year colleges.
www.finaid.org https://march2success.com help on AHSGE, ACT, SAT and ASVAB
http://www.mymajors.com/ www.alabamahealthcareers.com
http://www.college-scholarships.com http://www.truman.gov
Sam Walton Community Scholarship Information regarding student eligibility and application requirements. http://www.walmartfoundation.org
Scholastic Art Portfolio Silver Award Portfolio, recommendations, essay, transcript required. http://www.artandwriting.org
Excellent site for scholarships! http://www.supercollege.com/channel.cfm
Scholarship site. Great!! http://www.shelbyed.k12.al.us/grc/scholarship.html
www.blackexcel.org/ www.theoldschool.org
The J. L. Bedsole Scholars Program Eligibility: G.P.A. 2.5 end of Jr. year and 21 ACT by Nov. 30, Financial Need http://www.jlbedsolefoundation.org
UAB Dept. of Mathematics email contact: John C. Mayer, Professor of Mathematics Co-director Mathematics Fast Track Program email: [email protected] http://www.math.uab.edu/programs/fasttrack.htlm
Union Plus http://www.unionplus.com
Alexander Graham Bell Assoc. for the Deaf & Hearing Impaired http://www.agbell.org
www.collegeview.com www.collegenet.com
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AFLCIO Go to membership benefits, then scroll down to scholarships http://www.aflcio.org/aboutus/benefits/
http://www.college-scholarships.com
http://societyofwomenengineers.swe.org/ www.collegescholarships.com
www.scholarships.com/ www.wiredscholar.com
www.scholarships-4u.com/ www.college-scholarships.com
www.studentaid.ed.gov/ http://www.fastweb.com/
www.rotary.org/foundation/programs.html/ www.feea.org/scholarships.html
www.freschinfo.com http://www.college-scholarships.com/
www.guaranteed-scholarships.com/ www.rspfunding.com/
www.nationalservice.org/scholarships http://www.adha.org/institute/Scholarship/listing.htm (dental hygiene scholarships)
www.studentawards.com/ www.collegexpress.com/
www.scholarship-page.com/ www.supercollege.com/channel.cfm/
www.srnexpress.com/ www.studentaid.ed.gov/
www.truman.gov www.number2.com/
College & Technical School Web Addresses
Alabama Colleges
Alabama A & M U.www.aamu.edu
Alabama Southern Community Collegewww.ascc.eduu
Alabama State University www.alasu.eduAthens State University
www.athens.edu
Jefferson State Community College www.jeffstateonline.comJudson College
Tuskegee Universitywww.tusk.edu
United States Sports Academywww.ussa.edu
University of Alabamawww.ua.edu
University of Alabama Birminghamwww.uab.edu
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Auburn Universitywww.auburn.edu
Auburn University Montgomerywww.aum.edu
Birmingham Southern Collegewww.bsc.edu
Bishop State Community Collegewww.bscc.cc.al.us
Jefferson Davis Community Collegewww.jeffdavis.cc.al.us
Enterprise-Ozark Community Collegewww.eocc.edu
James H. Faulkner State Comm. Collegewww.faulknerstate.edu
Faulkner Universitywww.faulkner.edu
Huntingdon collegewww.huntingdon.edu
Jacksonville State Universitywww.jsu.edu
www.judson.eduLawson State Community College www.lawsonstate.eduMarion Military Institute www.marion-institute.orgReid State Technical College
www.rstc.cc.al.usSamford University
www.samford.eduShelton State Community College www.sheltonstate.eduSouthern Union State Community College
www.suscc.eduSpring Hill College
www.shc.eduStillman College
www.stillman.eduTroy State Universitywww.troyst.eduTroy State University Dothanwww.tsud.eduTroy State University Montgomery
University of Alabama in Huntsvillewww.uah.edu
University of Mobilewww.umobile.edu
University of Montevallowww.montevallo.edu
University of North Alabamawww.una.edu
University of South Alabamawww.southalabama.edu
University of West Alabamawww.uwa.edu
Wallace Community Collegewww.wallace.edu
Lurleen B. Wallace Community Collegehttp://lbw.edu
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www.tsum.edu
Mississippi Colleges Georgia Colleges Florida Colleges
Belhaven Collegewww.belhaven.edu
Delta State Universitywww.deltastste.edu
Jackson State Universitywww.jsums.edu
Jones County Junior Collegewww.jcjc.cc.ms.us
Meridian Community Collegewww.mcc.cc.ms.us
Millsaps Collegewww.millsaps.edu
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College www.mgccc.cc.ms.usMississippi State University
www.msstate.eduMississippi University for Women
www.muw.eduUniversity of Mississippi
www.olemiss.eduUniversity of Southern Mississippi
www.usm.eduWilliam Carey College
www.wmcarey.edu
Agnes Scott College
www.agnesscott.eduBerry College
www.berry.eduEmory University
www.emory.eduGeorgia Institute of Technology
www.gatech.eduGeorgia State University
www.gsu.eduOglethorpe University
www.oglethorpe.eduSpellman College
www.spelman.eduUniversity of Georgia
www.uga.eduWesleyan College
www.wesleyancollege.edu
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Universitywww.embryriddle.edu
Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University www.famu.eduFlorida State University
www.fsu.eduPensacola Junior College www.pjc.eduRingling School of Art & Design
www.ringling.eduUniversity of Florida
www.ufl.eduUniversity of North Florida www.unf.eduUniversity of South Florida www.usf.eduUniversity of West Florida www.uwf.edu
Tennessee Louisiana
Belmont University www.belmont.eduEast Tennessee State University www.etsu.eduMiddle Tennessee State University www.mtsu.eduRhodes College www.rhodes.eduTennessee State University
Grambling State University www.gram.eduLouisiana State University & Agricultural & Mechanical College www.lsu.eduLSU at Alexandria www.lsua.eduLSU in Shreveport www.lsus.edu
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www.tnstate.eduUniversity of Memphis www.memphis.eduUniversity of Tennessee: Chattanooga www.utc.eduUniversity of Tennessee: Knoxville www.tennessee.eduUniversity of Tennessee: Martin www.utm.eduUniversity of the South www.Sewanee.eduVanderbilt University www.vanderbilt.edu
Loyola University New Orleans www.loyno.eduTulane University www.tulane.eduXavier University www.xula.edu
