Jay High Guidance posts new scholarships
NEW ONES……
Sueno Yoshida Foundation, Inc. Scholarship or the Jeffrey Scott Davey Scholarship. SAME APPLICATION IS A HARDCOPY of application in top file drawer outside my office. Deadline is postmarked by February 28, 2014.
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with our scholarship program for the 7th year. We will be awarding up to $1,000 to the winner(s) each year. Scholarship Deadline – June 14, 2014. Application Process Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site: http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm Full details are available on our site.
Arts for Life! annually awards $2,000 scholarships to 25 graduating high school seniors who demonstrate excellence in visual art, music, dance, drama or creative writing. Deadline: February 1, 2014 Apply at http://artsforlifeaward.org/ Students must submit a completed application, a brief essay explaining “How the arts have positively influenced their life” and a portfolio of work in visual art, music, dance, drama or creative writing. College Matching Program In addition to the program’s $2,000 cash award, winners will be automatically eligible to receive a matching in-kind scholarship worth a minimum $1,000 if they attend one of the participating Florida institutions for higher education: Broward College, College of Central Florida, Flagler College, Florida College, Florida Atlantic University, Florida Institute of Technology, Jacksonville University, Nova Southeastern University, Stetson University, and University of Florida. Apply:
Sodexo Foundation is offering scholarships to students who are fighting hunger in America. Stephen J. Brady STOP Hunger Scholarship recipients receive $5,000 for their education and a $5,000 grant for their hunger charity. Application open now through December 5 – Apply online at www.SodexoFoundation.org
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Scholarship for High School Seniors The Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors each year. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, and their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. It is our privilege to award over $3 million annually in scholarships to these young leaders. Current high school seniors with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA may apply using the following link through October 31: Apply online: http://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/applicants
HORATIO ALGER ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP Apply online DEADLINE OCTOBER 25, 2013 at www.horatioalger.org/scholarship Contact the Association at HoratioAlger@act.org if unable to apply online.
PRUDENTIAL SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY AWARDS grades 7-12 Apply online http://spirit.prudential.com or www.nassp.org/spirit and submits to their principal by November 5, 2013 Has volunteered after Sept. 2012, must be legal resident and demonstrated exemplary community service.
ENACTUS Scholarship Opportunity! No Essay Required!
Who: Must be a High School Student What: To take part in the Financial Literacy Challenge you will read various articles centered on raising financial literacy awareness. Topics of the articles focus on stocks, credit cards, savings and financing college. After reading these pages, you must then proceed to taking three quizzes (a total of 60 questions.) The applicant with the best score will earn the scholarship. In the case there is a tie, we will then select the individual with the lowest time. Please be sure to fill out contact information at the end of the quizzes so we can contact you if you are selected. This information will not be given out or sold. Amount: $500.00Deadline: November 26th, 2013
Scholarship Website: https://ufl.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_41u1jLCD39dCblz Contact: Alex Mazur @ amazur3@ufl.edu
PLAYING WITH PURPOSE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM available to Christian Athletes. 10-12 grades may apply and must have C or higher average, be a varsity level athlete in one or more sports and a committed follower of Jesus Christ. Deadline to apply February 1, 2014. www.playingwithpurpose.org
George W. Jenkins Scholarship for University of Miami: Deadline Dec. 1, 2013 .. Submit admissions application www.miami.edu/apply have completed nomination form from guidance counselor and an essay from student in 500 words or less on the 3 points: (1) explain why you wish to attend University of Miami (2) Describe how receiving George W. Jenkins Scholarship would impact your life (3) Describe any special circumstances, specifically any history of overcoming significant adversity. Nomination form and essay can be submitted online at www.miami.edu/jenkins
The Florida P.E.O. Scholarship: for outstanding young women that are seniors and will be attending an accredited public or private Florida college or university pursuing an Associate or Bachelor’s degree. In addition for we have a second scholarship, the Chapter BU, Florida Scholarship Fund. This scholarship is for outstanding young women that are seniors and will be attending the University of West Florida, Pensacola State College or George Stone Technical Center. Both of these scholarships are focused on girls in SERIOUS financial need who have a GPA of 3.0 or better. Find application in top right file cabinet outside guidance under “P” for PEO. Return to guidance Ms. Walther by Thanksgiving or earlier. They will follow up with each senior high school counselor in November 2013 and begin the interview process with the eligible candidates beginning in early December 2013.
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship. Beginning Nov. 1 this scholarship application will be available for applying. Go to website http://www.reaganfoundation.org/ronald-reagan-student-leader-award.aspx after Nov. 1 to apply.
JOHN F. KENNEDY PROFILE IN COURAGE ESSAY CONTEST Deadline for submission is January 6, 2014. Details online www.jfklibrary.org
VISIONARY SCHOLARSHIP PROGAM details online www.americancollegefoundation.org DEADLINE APRIL 1, 2014 for grades 9-12
NCWIT AWARD FOR ASPIRATIONS IN COMPUTING For high school grade girls only in 9-12. Preference for seniors. Aptitude and interest in IT/Computing. 3.0 GPA or higher and pla to attend college. Access the NCSWIT website to complete application https://www.aspirations.org/ deadline is OCTOBER 31, 2013 at 11:59 PM ET
AnimationCareerReview.com 3rd annual “Aspiring Animation Professional” Scholarship Program. We are offering high school seniors the opportunity to win a $1,000 scholarship. This will be awarded to students that are interested in pursuing an animation career path at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Visit the website, http://www.animationcareerreview.com/animationcareerreviewcom-aspiring-animation-professional-scholarship-program to find eligibility information along with the online application. Shawn Harrell PR Manager Animation Career Review, a subsidiary of BGP Site Solutions sharrell@bgpsitesolutions.com DEADLINE JUNE 1, 2014
SUNTRUST OFF TO COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP SWEEPSTAKES: Enter online at www.offtocollege.info Winners chosen every two weeks from Oct. 25-May 9, 2014.
VOICE OF DEMOCRACY GRADES 9-12 www.vfw.org/community/voice-of-Democracy/ go to website to apply DEADLINE NOV. 1, 2013
William Carey University Scholarships: Scholars: With ACT 29 receive 30 hours tuition first 2 years and 33 the last 2 years and $1725 room waiver. Must maintain 3.5 GPA . First time Freshman scholarship: Trustee scholarship: 27 ACT $6, 600 per year and maintain 3.2 GPA, Presidential: ACT 24 $5,600 per year maintain 3.0 GPA. For more information view www.WMCAREY.EDU
AUBURN UNIVERSITY FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIP priority deadline is Dec. 1, 2013. Apply through new AU Scholarship manager (AUSOM) by Dec. 1, 2013 to be considered. Academic Scholarships minimum test score for Presidential is 33 ACT/1440 SAT and award is $64,000 over 4 years or $16,000 per year. Heritage requires 31 ACT, for $12,000 per year and Charter Scholarship requires a 29 ACT $6,000 per year. For more information visit www.auburn.edu/scholarship. Contact Admission Advisor at 334-844-6425 or email admissions@auburn.edu TO apply for admission visit www.auburn.edu.apply $50 application fee, Official ACT or SAT scores from single test date from testing agency. Transcript
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA HONORS PROGRAM Deadline to apply for Honors Program is December 6, 2013 Download applications at: www.southalabama.edu/honors/about.html Contact person Michael Doran Director You can email applications and materials to honors@southalabama.edu if possible.
UNIVERSITY OF MOBILE VISITATION DAYS $2000 scholarship students can receive for registering and attending a VISIT DAY. Go to www.umobile.edu for more information. Justin McGehee jmcgehee@umobile.edu or call 251-442-2638
LIFT PARTS EXPRESS SCHOLARSHIP $1000 Deadline June 30, 2014 3.0 GPA or higher, legal resident, enrolled by Fall of 2014 Write essay on this year’s topics www.forkliftpartsflorida.com to apply and for details
BBG COMMUNICATIONS SCHOLARSHIP $1000 Deadline June 30, 2014 Submit answers to two essay questions found on the application page. Applications found at www.breylancommunications.com/bbgcommunications/132/scholarship.php
YOUR FAVORITE CAR SCHOLARSHIP $500 Deadline APRIL 30, 2014 Attend in fall of 2014 applications found on www.edmontoncardealerships.ca
10 WORDS OR LESS SCHOALRSHIP $500 Be high school senior, attending college in fall 2014. Apply online www.facebook.com/myscholarships
ODENZA MARKETING GROUP SUMMER SCHOLARSHIP $500 www.odenzascholarships.com Submit answers to essay questions on application GPA of 2.5 or higher. DEADLINE IS MARCH 30, 2014
FIND A LAW SCHOLARSHIP $500 www.arizonapersonalinjurylawyerattorney.com for application. Enroll in college or technical school by Sept. 2014 Deadline May 15, 2014
Athletes who plan to play college ball: Be sure to register online for NCAA at http://web1.ncaa.org/ECWR2/NCAA_EMS/NCAA.jsp College bound athletes: may register your 10th grade year. Must take the ACT or SAT and use code 9999 to have scores sent directly to NCAA CENTER from ACT/SAT.
BRIGHT FUTURES has changed. ACT Scores required are now 26 with GPA of 3.0 on core classes for Florida Medallion Scholarship and 75 volunteer hours…. 29 ACT and 3.5 GPA in core classes and 100 volunteer hours for Florida Academic Scholar. The GOLD SEAL is a 3.0 GPA in core and 3.5 in vocational program courses. You must complete 3 vocational courses in SAME program to be eligible. TEST SCORES remained the same: ACT 17 English, 18 Reading and 19 math. Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program Initial Eligibility brochure may be accessed at https://www.floridastudentfinancialaidsg.org/pdf/bf_brochure.pdf
You may access the requirements on this link: http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/SSFAD/bf/gsvrequire.htm
At the beginning of this year, the new state guidelines said seniors of 2013 MUST COMPLETE FAFSA for the FLORIDA BRIGHT FUTURES TO BE AWARDED! However, as of APRIL 22, 2013 the Governor changed that ruling. Seniors of 2014 no longer have to apply for FAFSA. However if you wish to try for federal money complete the FAFSA for Federal student aid apply online at: http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/fafsa.jsp This can be done after January 1, 2014 and you must have 2013 income tax return information. You will also need to check the website for the list of documents that you will need prior to completing the application and how to obtain a PIN so you can electronically sign the application. I recommend you make appointment with Robin Giacin at PSC Milton Campus to help you complete the online application …it is free. Call 484-4455 and make appointment ! She can also answer questions about FAFSA. FAFSA on the web has a website www.fafsa.gov that allows applicants to access their IRS tax information and have it automatically inserted into their FAFSA application. There is also a twitter feed at www.Twitter.com/FAFSA and facebook page www.Facebook.com/FederalStudentAid Videos and also found at www.YouTube.com/FederalStudentAid
**HELPFUL LINKS:
websites to help you with ACT/SAT and other resources and college etc.:
http://www.eknowledge.com/affiliate_welcome.asp?coupon=1D45FC8DA8 FREE WEBSITE TO PRACTICE ACT/SAT
www.act.org/path/parent/college/firstgeneration.html for those first in family to attend college
www.act.org/aap/resources.html MEGA RESOURCES CHECK IT OUT!
www.actstudent.org make an account, register for ACT tests and take FREE practice tests !
Money for College-Florida Scholarships and Grants
www.fastweb.com Search for scholarships over 1.5 million but you can target your search by creating a profile
https://www.floridastudentfinancialaidsg.org/pdf/nm4c_brochure.pdf
Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program Initial Eligibility brochure
https://www.floridastudentfinancialaidsg.org/pdf/bf_brochure.pdf
Evaluating Financial Aid Award Letters
https://www.navigatingyourfinancialfuture.org/PDF/FInancialAidAwardLetters.pdf
The Florida Virtual Campus (formerly known as FACTS.org) is an online academic support system for Florida’s students. Middle and high school students can still: www.flvc.org.
- Explore career and academic options
- Access high school transcript information
- Evaluate courses completed against the requirements for graduation, college and career readiness, and Bright Futures Scholarships
- Search college and university profiles and degree offerings
- See requirements for admission and transferring
- Find college- and university-level distance learning courses
- Search library offerings
- Apply online for admission and financial aid
