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Commack High School

Counseling Center

Scholarship Bulletin 2019-2020

Note: Counseling Center deadlines may be different than those stated on individual scholarship

applications to allow for processing time. All scholarship applications requiring transcripts,

recommendations, or school provided documents are due to the counseling center at least 10 school

days prior to the actual scholarship deadline date.

FINANCIAL AID / SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH SITES

back2college.com blackexcel.org

brokescholar.com cappex.com chegg.com

collegeanswer.com collegeboard.org collegepeas.com

collegescholarships.com college-scholarships.com collegescholarships.org

collegetoolkit.com discovernursing.com

dosomething.org ed.gov

educationplanner.org edupass.org fastweb.com

finaid.org

gocollege.com goingmerry.com

goodcall.com hesc.ny.gov

hsf.net internationalscholarships.com

nacac.com nasfaa.org

petersons.com raise.me

review.com scholarshipamerica.org scholarshiphunter.com

scholarships.com scholarships360.org

scholarships4students.com supercollege.com

unigo.com wiredscholar.com

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March FARMINGDALE STATE COLLEGE NSF SCHOLARSHIP

$20,000 ($5,000 each of 4 years)

Admission to Farmingdale State College as a bioscience or applied mathematics major,

Strong academic record and strong combined SAT score plus superior grades in biology

or math, FAFSA, Nomination by Teacher, Counselor or Administrator and 2 letters of

recommendation provided by email.

https://admissions.farmingdale.edu/register/s-stem

Deadline: 03/01/20

OPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL ORATORICAL CONTEST

Up to $2,500

Under the age of 19 as of October 1, 2018. Must submit a speech on a topic selected by

local Optimist club. Essay on “Just iMagine a World without Boundaries”

https://www.optimist.org/member/scholarships4.cfm

Deadline: 03/01/20

PROJECT YELLOW LIGHT BILLBOARD DESIGN CONTEST

$2,000

Design a billboard to encourage your peers to develop and embrace safe driving habits.

https://www.projectyellowlight.com/

Deadline: 03/01/20

SEG SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to $10,000

Student intending on pursuing a career in applied geophysics. Two letters of

recommendation and transcript required.

https://seg.org/Scholarships

Deadline: 03/01/20

TZU CHI USA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

$1,000

Application, 3.0 GPA, financial need, 2-5 page autobiography answering 3 questions, 2-

page essay about Tzu Chi, official transcript, two letters of recommendations.

https://tzuchi.us/scholarships

Deadline: To counseling center (with scholarship receipt) by 03/01/20

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FASHION INSTITUTE OF DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING NATIONAL

SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION

6 – up to one-year tuition

Specific majors, project guidelines online

http://bit.ly/FIDMscholarship

Deadline: 03/02/20

CREATE-A-GREETING CARD SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST

$10,000

Submit original photo, artwork or computer graphics for the front of a greeting card.

https://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm

Deadline: 03/02/20

H2M ARCHITECTS – STEM SCHOLARSHIP

10 - $1,000 scholarships

Major in STEM, 400 word essay describing your career goals, resume, transcript, 2

recommendations

https://www.h2m.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/STEM-scholarship-2020.pdf

Due to the Counseling Center (with scholarship receipt) by 03/02/20

THE JOAN ABOFF MEMORIAL ART SCHOLARSHIP

4-week session at Usdan; Summer Camp for the Arts – 6/29/20-7/24/20

Open to 11th & 12th grade students in the town of Huntington.

Application, one-page essay expressing how art has enriched your life and describe your

future goals related to visual art. JPEG artwork samples, and teacher endorsement.

https://huntingtonartscouncil.submittable.com/submit/150090/scholarship-2020-the-

joan-aboff-memorial-art-scholarship

Deadline: by 5:00pm 03/02/20

2020 LONG ISLAND TEACHERS BENEVOLENT FUND “LEN MOTISI

MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP”

A parent must be a member of NYSUT, transcript, SAT/ACT scores

Application

Deadline: 03/06/20 – submit to union president

INTERTECH FOUNDATION STEM SCHOLARSHIP

$2,500

GPA 87 +, major in computer science, 350-500-word essay describing your work ethic

and what you hope to accomplish in the "real world" after graduation from college.

Must maintain 3.3 GPA in college. Official Transcript, two letters of recommendation,

resume,

https://www.intertech.com/about/foundation/scholarship

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Deadline: 03/10/20

DOODLE FOR GOOGLE SCHOLARSHIP

$5,000 - $30,000

Create a doodle using any materials and write a statement to tell us a bit more about

what you have drawn and how it represents something that inspires you.

https://doodles.google.com/d4g/

Deadline: 03/13/20

ACT SCHOLARSHIP GIVEAWAY

$40,000 + $5,000 Tech Package

When registering for the April 2019 ACT test date, check YES to opt-in for a chance to

win.

http://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/act-scholarship-giveaway.html

Deadline: 03/13/20

SCHOLARSHIPPOINTS $10,000 SCHOLARSHIP

$10,000

Random Drawing

https://www.scholarshippoints.com/

Deadline: 03/15/20

BE THE BOSS SCHOLARSHIP

$2,000

Female students who want to start their own business, complete application and upload

a business plan, include 2-3 sentences (or more, if you need to) on Problem, Solution,

Market Opportunity / Competition, Business Model, Go-To-Market Plan and Team.

https://www.goskills.com/Scholarship

Deadline: 3/15/20

GERARD J. BCKENMEYER FASNY VOLUNTEER SCHOLARSHIP

25 - $1,500

Must be a member or have a parent member volunteer of FASNY, serve as a current

Junior firefighter, Explorer Scout or RAM in a group affiliated with a volunteer

department; a volunteer firefighter; or a volunteer with an EMS unit, resume, 2

recommendations, college acceptance, one-page essay on “How My Community

Involvement in the Fire Service Has Affected My Life”.

https://fasny.com/awards/scholarship/

Deadline: 03/15/20

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YOUNG WOMEN IN PUBLIC AFFAIRS - ZONTA INTERNATIONAL

$1,500

Female, leadership and commitment to public service

Application

https://foundation.zonta.org/Our-Programs/Educational-Programs/Young-Women-in-

Public-Affairs-Award

Deadline: 03/15/20 to local chapter

PHILIP L. BARTLETT SCHOLARSHIP

$2,500

Attend University of Delaware and show financial need.

https://delcf.academicworks.com/opportunities/427

Deadline: 03/15/20

SUFFOLK COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION

500-word essay on an issue of social concern to you, 2 letters of recommendation,

transcript.

https://www.scba.org/flyers/sch19-20.pdf

Due to the Counseling Center (with scholarship receipt) by 03/16/20

BEBU SCHOLARSHIP

$2,900

Minority or economically disadvantaged students planning to attend SUNY Adirondack.

The student must be academically high-achieving and able to prove financial need.

https://www.cfgcr.org/scholarships/

Deadline: 03/19/20

UNCF-STEM SCHOLARS

Up to $25,000

African Americans, GPA 83+, financial need, planning on a STEM major.

https://www.uncf.org/programs/fund-ii-uncf-stem-scholars

Deadline: 03/19/20

CREATE REAL IMPACT SCHOLARSHIP

$1,500

Create an original work showcasing your idea for a solution for the problem of reckless

and distracted driving through either music, video or writing

www.createrealimpact.com

Deadline: 03/19/20

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PULSE OF PERSEVERANCE SCHOLARSHIP

Varies

Read the book “Pulse of Perseverance: Three Black Doctors on Their Journey to

Success” Submit 250-word essay on how they are currently making a difference in their

community and why they believe they have the #pulseofperserverance. 60 second video

on why you possess the #pulseofperseverance and what the scholarship will mean to

you. Transcript or college acceptance letter, letters of recommendation.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScXQt6mKTczVxBgqzMot1QZrzaO2I7Ok

jpstSFANcljkw18Og/viewform

Deadline: 03/20/20 (with scholarship receipt)

DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY SCHOLARSHIP

African American or African Heritage

83+, application, official transcript, test scores, two letters of recommendation, college

acceptance, one-page essay stating background, interests, future goals & why you

qualify for this scholarship.

Application

Deadline: 03/20/20

HISPANIC HERITAGE GROUP – 2020 STEM SCHOLARSHIP

Up to $1,000

Hispanic Heritage, STEM major, GPA 85+, official transcript, activity resume, two

letters of recommendation, 500-word personal statements; about your interests and

STEM career goals, your heritage and being Hispanic has shaped your life.

Application

Deadline: Due to counseling center by 03/23/20 (with scholarship receipt)

SUFFOLK COUNTY CHAPTER OF JACK AND JILL OF AMERICA

Kathleen Taylor memorial community service scholarship

$500 - $1,500

Students of African and Caribbean ancestry, commitment to school/community, GPA

84 +, Transcript, recommendation, essay (500 word minimum) on “What Community

Service means to Me”

https://www.commackschools.org/Downloads/jack%20and%20jill2.pdf

Due to the Counseling Center (with scholarship receipt) by 03/23/20

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BP COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP

Financial need (must submit SAR), transcript, 500 – 750 word personal statement on

“What have been the most important experiences during your high school years that

have prepared you for college, what do you wish to achieve from your college education

and why should you be considered for a BP Community Scholarship?”

www.bpscholarships.com

Deadline: 03/23/20

APARTMENT GUIDE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP

3 - $2,500

College acceptance, 2.5+ GPA, 500-600-word essay on what you love about where you

live.

https://www.apartmentguide.com/students/scholarship/

Deadline: 03/23/20

FEEA SCHOLARSHIP

$1,000-$5,000

Dependents of federal civilian or postal employees. GPA 84+, activity resume,

recommendation, application.

https://feea.org/our-

programs/scholarships/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIgqn93vnv5wIVApyzCh1iJA_bEAAYAS

AAEgJdN_D_BwE

Deadline: 03/25/20

CELEBRASIAN CONFERENCE SCHOLARSHIP

$3,000 - $5,000

GPA 3.3+, leadership in extracurricular activities, community service & financial need.

250-300-word essay “Why Should I Be Awarded this Scholarship?”, un-official

transcript, tax return, letters of recommendation.

https://celebrasianconference.com/scholarships

Deadline: 03/27/20

SCOOTER INSIDE SCHOLARSHIP

$1,200

700+ word essay on: How to improve your scooting experience or your best scooter

adventure.

https://www.scooterinside.com/scholarship/

Deadline: 03/30/20

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ADAM S. KAPLAN MEMORIAL LGBT SCHOLARSHIP

$1,000

Personal statement, essay on your experience as an LGBT youth and ideas on creating

safe spaces, 2 letters of recommendation.

Application

Due to the Counseling Center (with scholarship receipt) by 03/30/19

BECAUSE COLLEGE IS EXPENSIVE

$500

Random Drawing

http://cedaredlending.com/scholarship/

Deadline: 03/31/20

DR. ARTHUR A. KEZIAN DDS SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP

$1,200

1 – 2 page essay on why you deserve the scholarship, resume, test scores, transcript.

https://www.drkezian.com/science-scholarship/

Deadline: 03/31/20

ISLAND DRAFTING & TECHNICAL INSTITUTE SCHOLARSHIP

$2,500

Nomination: 3 students

Applied to Associate Degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design or Electronic and

Computer Service Technology.

Sign up in the Counseling Center (with scholarship receipt) by 03/31/20

NITRO SCHOLARSHIP

$2,000

Register to be entered into drawing to win.

https://www.nitrocollege.com/nitro-scholarship-application

Deadline: 03/31/20

“NO-SWEAT” SCHOLARSHIP FROM CIRKLED IN!

$2,500

Create an account.

https://www.cirkledin.com/scholarships

Deadline: 03/31/20

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LIGHTHOUSE GUILD SCHOLARSHIP

Up to $10,000

Awards for legally blind students, 3 letters of recommendation and 2 personal

statements of 500 words or less

https://www.lighthouseguild.org/programs-services/scholarships/

Deadline: 03/31/20

MONEYSAVERS ST. PATRICK’S DAY SCHOLARSHIP

$1,000

Spin your best St. Patrick's Day fairy tale.

https://www.moneysolver.org/scholarships/st-patricks-day-scholarship/

Deadline: 03/31/20

OPPU ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP

$2,500

GPA 84+, essay 500 words or less, please tell why you’re an achiever.

https://www.opploans.com/scholarship/

Deadline: 03/31/20

SUPERPOWER SCHOLARSHIP

$2,500

Submit an online written response to the question: "Which superhero or villain would

you want to change places with for a day and why?" (250 words or less).

https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/superpower-scholarship

Deadline: 03/31/20

TEAMSTERS SCHOLARSHIP

Up to $10,000

Open to students who are a son, daughter or financial dependent of a Teamster member.

https://teamster.org/news/2018/03/scholarship-program-sons-and-daughters-teamsters

Deadline: 03/31/20

HARTWICK COLLEGE – FOUNDERS’ AWARD

$10,000

New York state resident, apply for admissions and file the FAFSA.

https://www.hartwick.edu/admissions/cost-aid/scholarships/

Deadline: 03/31/20

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YOUTH FORWARD SCHOLARSHIP

6 - $3,000

Essay of less than 500 words on the importance of being a safe and educated driver, see

site for details.

https://www.dmvedu.org/scholarship/

Deadline: 03/31/20

SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY–GATEWAY LEADERSHIP & SERVICE AWARD

$20,000 over four years

Nomination - Apply for admission to Saint Louis University and submit the required

essay. Demonstrate strong moral values, activity resume and 2 letters of

recommendation.

Due to Counseling Center (with scholarship receipt) by 03/31/20

UNIVERSITY OF AFTERMARKET FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

80 awards available

One-page essay about your career goals, letter reference, official transcript.

https://www.automotivescholarships.com/apply_online.cfm

Deadline: 03/31/20

NO ESSAY SCHOLARSHIP - NICHE

$2,000

Create account

https://www.niche.com/colleges/scholarship/no-essay-scholarship/

Deadline: 03/31/20

WOULD YOU RATHER?

$2,500

Take a quiz and learn how to help friends take control of their personal finances.

https://www.dosomething.org/us/campaigns/would-you-rather?source=ds_scholarship

Deadline: 03/31/20

PROJECT YELLOW LIGHT VIDEO CONTEST SCHOLARSHIP

$8,000

Submit :10 or :25 video encouraging your friends to avoid distracted driving.

https://www.projectyellowlight.com/

Deadline: 04/01/20

PROJECT YELLOW LIGHT RADIO CONTEST SCHOLARSHIP

$2,000

Submit a radio ad encouraging your friends to avoid distracted driving.

https://www.projectyellowlight.com/

Deadline 04/01/20

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LI 2 DAY SCHOLARSHIP

$2,500

Reside with a parent or guardian who is a survivor of breast cancer and/or other

women’s cancers, or has passed away from one of these cancers. Recommendation,

personal statement, essay and activity resume.

https://www.li2daywalk.org/making-a-difference/scholarships/

Deadline: 04/01/20

MARIA A. SCIARA SCHOLARSHIP

$2,000

Reside with a parent or guardian who is a survivor or has passed away from a cancer

other than breast or women’s cancer. Recommendation, personal statement, essay and

activity resume.

https://www.li2daywalk.org/making-a-difference/scholarships/

Deadline: 04/01/20

ORDER SONS AND DAUGHTERS OF ITALY IN AMERICA SCHOLARSHIP

3 - $1,000 awards

Italian heritage, transcript, 2 letters of recommendation, resume. Essay about the

ancestor who migrated to the United States from Italy.

Application (copies also available in the Counseling Center)

Due to the Counseling Center (with scholarship receipt) by 04/01/20

HERB AND BETTY GRAYSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

$2000

Service-orientated scholarship. Up to a 3-page essay describing your involvement in and

service to the running community including your personal running accomplishments.

Provide names and contact information of two non-relative references.

https://www.commackschools.org/Downloads/Greater%20LI%20Running%20Club.pdf

Deadline: 04/03/20

SMITHTOWN GARDEN CLUB

$500

Major in agriculture, horticulture, floral design or environmental studies, GPA 83+,

letter of recommendation, resume.

https://www.commackschools.org/Downloads/garden%20club.pdf

Deadline: 04/03/20

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ALLISON NISTICO SCHOLARSHIP

Must be a member of Encore, planning on a career in teaching/social work. Essay on

how involvement in CHS music programs has impacted you, letter of recommendation

from director/teacher of CHS music program.

Information and Application (copies also available in the Counseling Center)

Due to the Counseling Center (with scholarship receipt) by 04/06/20

ENCORE SCHOLARSHIP

Must be a member of Encore. Essay on how involvement in CHS music programs has

impacted you, letter of recommendation from director/teacher of CHS music program.

Information and Application (copies also available in the Counseling Center)

Due to the Counseling Center (with scholarship receipt) by 04/06/20