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Students compose radio ads intended to educate listeners on environmental issues
$500-$1000 www.awordfromourplanet.orgwww.populationeducation.org
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
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
Parents must have had Military experience
$7000.00 / full tuitionwww.va.state.al.us/scholarship.htm
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
Enrolled full or part-time; must have served in AFNG or ANG
$500 - $1000www.ache.state.al.us
Alabama resident enrolled in nursing in state, must work 1 year in Alabama
VariesApplications at financial aid offices at colleges
Essay relating God's word to current issues and author's skill in presenting a biblical answer to
Not Specified [email protected]
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questions about meaning of life.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 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 baseshttp://www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov
Awarded at Alabama 2-year institutions for high academic achievement
Full Tuition Contact Junior College for applicationhttp://www.ache.state.al.us/Students & Parents/PayingforCollege.htm
Write an essay or create an art project based on an interview with a Holocaust survivor
Varies www.remembertoteach.com/entryform.htm
Applicant or parent must be employed by SYSCO
$1,000 - $2,000 http://www.sysco.com/aboutus/SocialResponsibility/aboutus_workplace_sp.html
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Amateur writer of any age may submit original prose or illustrations.
Varieswww.writersofthefuture.com
For visual, hearing or physical impairment. Financial need
Varies tamara,[email protected]
Good scholarship, leadership, school and community participation
Varies www.pe.net/scholars/ollsf
Student currently receiving treatment for epilepsy
Not stated www.parentsinc.org/finaid/aid7352.html1-800-AWARD-PD
Dependent of full time officials killed in the line of duty
$2,000-$5,000www.ache.state.al.us
High academic achievement: nominated by counselor
$1,500Counselor
Resident of Alabama studying in Alabama
$300 - $2500Needs bases http://www.ache.state.al.us/StudentAsst/Programs.htm
Children of a parent who has died from breast cancer. Financial need.
Not specified http://cms.komen.org/komen/GrantsProgram/AwardsScholarships/CollegeScholarshipAwards/index.htm
Open to seniors meeting heighth requirements : Men 6'2" Women 5'10"
Not specifiedwww.tall.org/teens/teenscholr/tshow.cfm
Must be African-American enrolled at UNCF approved school.
Varies Program Services Dept., United Negro College Fund, 8260 Willow Oaks Corp. Dr., Fairfax, VA 22031
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Must provide proof of disability or physical challenge
Varieshttp://www.ed.gov/fund/grant/apply/nidrr/index.html
Students 10-12 record on audio cassette a three to five minute essay on assigned topic
Not stated www.vfw.org - programs - youth development1-816-968-1117
Students 9-12 may submit patriotic art on paper or canvas
Not statedwww.ladiesauxvfw.com/ypatart.html
FBLA member, transcript, 2 letters of recommendation telling of volunteer/fundraising activities.
$1000 - $4000Apr 15
Future Business Leaders of America , Attn: Scholarship Coordinator , 1912 Association Drive , Reston, VA 22091
Child or grandchild of veteran who is member of AMVETs
$1000Apr 15
AMVETS National Hdq., 4647 Forbes Bldv. , Lanham, MD 20706301-459-9600 ext.3043
For school food service professionals who are members of the professional association and their children. 3.0 GPA
Up to $2500Apr. 1
American School Food Service Association 700 S Washington St, Ste 300 Alexandria, VA 22314
703-739-3900 Ext 150
Minority student with 3.0 GPA who will pursue teacher education degree
$300Apr. 7
[email protected] www.brownvboard.org/foundation/scholarships785-235-3939
Alabama resident pursuing a construction-related degree at an Alabama school
Not statedApril 1
800-746-4222www.hbaa.org
Alabama resident descendant of war veteran
$850April 1
American Legion Auxiliary334-262-1176
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and Information
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Shelby county senior majoring in engineering
$1,000April 1
Engineering Council of Birmingham, Inc., Attn: Sandy Wood, 7003 Alice Road,McCalla, AL 35111
Minority, need, leadership, high academics, essay
Up to $6000April 1 Scholarship Program, Jackie Robinson Foundation
Apply during last half of senior year, 2.7 GPA, send SASE for application
Up to $3000April 1
Secretary, John Gyles Education Awards, PO Box 4808, Frederiction, New Brunswick E3B 5G4 Canada
Completed 1st semester of Senior year. Participated in Fine Arts at least 3 years. 3.2 GPA overall, 4.0 GPA fine arts.
$500April 12
Mr. John Hackett, Jr.; President, AASB District V; Scholarship Selection Committee; Fairfield City Board of Education; P.O. Box 110; Fairfield, Alabama 35064.
Children of members of Submarine Force, academics, need, activities
$3000April 15
Dolphin Scholarship Foundation , Attn: Scholarship AdministratorVirginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 104A , Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Blind or visually impaired students
$1,000April 15
Majoring in music, drama, art, or creative writing.
Contact: Harvey Miller 402 French Broad Street Brevard, NC 28712-3410
Hispanic US citizens, field of Business, 3.0 GPA, need
April 15Hispanic College Fund, Inc. Scholarship Coordinator One Thomas Circle NW, Ste 375 Washington, DC 20005-5802
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
Child of Berry High School graduate, athletic participation, strong character, essay, good GPA
$5,000 over 4 yearsApril 20 .
All high school students. 300 word essay telling why you have
$500April 26
(800) No-Addiction
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chosen to stay away from drugs and alcohol and what you are personally doing to further prevention and awareness in your school and communityGrades 9-12. 1200 word essay.
$5000 plus trip to Washington, D.C.April 30
Have been in foster care for at least one year by 18th birthday
$2,000 - $6,000April 5
Tina Raheem: [email protected] www.orphan.org571-203-0270
Students with financial or other disadvantaged background, application, 3.0 GPA, Alabama resident, SASE
April 30National Institutes of Health 7550 Wisconsin Avenue, Rm 102, Bethesda, MD20814-3559
GPA 2.5 Not specifiedAug 10 The Charity League of Birmingham
US Citizen, enrolled in aeronautics, aviation, and related fields.
Not specifiedAug. 1 703-522-5717
High School senior who will be attending College in the US. Essay
$2000August 28 until May 9
http://www.afsascholarship.org/
Students read "Fire Sprinkler Essay" then take an on-line test on the essay.students will each receive a $2000 scholarship.
Must own or operation a business (even if it is non-profit)
$10,000renewal - 4 yrs - Total $40,000Deadline is Jan. 15
Go to www.mckelveyfoundation.org for more information. (This is a privately-funded scholarship offered by the founder of monster.com)
Outstanding achievements in school, community, or workplace
$1,000 - $25,000Dec 15 www.axa-achievement.com
Alabama resident
$1,750Dec 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 industry
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entering Auburn
http://www.bamabeef.org/Youth%20Page/scholarships_for_aca_family_memb.htm
Hearing loss prior to spoken language
$1,000 to $10,000Dec. – Feb.
Hearing impairment of PTA of 60dB or greaterSpoken word means of communication [email protected].
Student must attend Auburn University and enroll in Agriculture
$1,000Dec. 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
For students identified as homeless
$2,000 - $3,000Dec. 20 . http://www.naehcy.org/letendre_app.html
High school senior with an identified learning disability
$10,000Dec. 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]
Majoring in field of study related to equine industry 4 yr. college degree
$1,000Dec. 5
AHC member or child of member of Alabama Horse Council.http://www.bamabeef.org/Youth%20Page/scholarships_for_aca_family_memb.htm
Female with strong leadership & academic record
$1,500Dec. 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
Student exhibitsacademic excellence with major in Agriculture.
$4,000renewableDec. 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.
Academic and leadership excellence
$1,000 - $5,000Dec. 5
Family is a member of Alabama Cattlemen’s Associationhttp://www.bamabeef.org/Youth%20Page/scholarships_for_aca_family_memb.htm
Top 1/2 of class (but not top 10%), present evidence of good character by participation in extracurricular activities at school, or involvement in community
$500-$1,500Feb 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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affairs after school.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
Polish Origin $1,000 to $2,500Feb 1 http://www.kosciuszkofoundation.org/EDScholarships.html
Financial need, leadership, high academics. Must use location number of store nearest you. Must not be an employee or dependent of an employee.
$1,000Feb 1
On-line application and all supporting documentation by due date.www.walmartfoundation.org
Original patriotic work of art.
$500 - $3,000Feb 1
Local Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW.http://www.ladiesauxvfw.org/eWeb/DynamicPage.aspx?Site=LAVFW&WebKey=4b47ee7e-8d6b-4cfb-82db-6eea763c15c2
Senior whose family income is 50% from farming, US citizen
$1000Feb 15
Cargill Scholarship for Rural America c/o National FFA Org. Scholarship Office PO Box 68960 Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960
From farm or ranch family, essay, work, leadership
$1500Feb 15
www.farmsource.com
www.agfoundation.orgMust be a descendant of a Confederate soldier, sailor, or marine. 3.0 GPA
$800-$1000Feb 15
www.hqudc.org804-355-1636
Dependant children, stepchildren, adopted children of soldiers on active duty, retired or deceased
Amount not statedFeb 19
www.aerhq.orgArmy Emergency Relief National Headquarters, Education Department ,Stovall Street , Alexandria, VA 22332-0001
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10th - 12th grade students, must deliver 4-6 min. speech on leadership
$250-$1500Feb 22
Doris Henson(205) 257-3530
Outstanding academic, artistic, or leadership endeavor, essay
$2500Feb 22 http://allstars.usatoday.com 703-854-5890
Grades 9 - 12
$300Feb.
Ability Counts Journalism Scholarship ProgramAlabama Governors Committee2129 E. South Blvd. P.O. Box 11586Montgomery, AL 36111-0586 Fax : (334) 613-0937
Students who work part-time and excel academically
$1,000 eachFeb. 1 http://www.bk.com/companyinfo/community/BKS.aspx
“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 eachFeb. 1
http://www.usip.org/ed/npec/topic.html
Academic achievers that are Deaf / hard of hearing
$2000Feb. 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)
Academics, Community service, work experience
$1000 - $10,000 Feb. 15 Scholarship Coordinator, National FFA 317-802-6061
Complete application, US citizen, community service, leadership, essay, financial need, letters of recommendation, achievements
$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.
www.elks.org/enf/scholars
Essay, transcript, proof of
$2,250 Jan 10 Contact Public Housing Manager
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residence, accepted at an institution of higher education
Female, min. ACT 22, US citizen, financial need, transcript, two letters of recommendation, picture
$1,500 per year Jan 10 .See Counselor
Juniors, 2.75 GPA, leadership, overcome obstacles, are making life better for others
$2,500 up Jan 11http://www.discoverfinancial.com/community/scholarship.shtml (703) 875-0708 [email protected]
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
Plan to work in government service. Essay required.
$2,500 to $10,000 Jan 15
www.enotes.com/ scholarships -loans/ washington - crossing - foundation
Senior with asthma who has high academics, application, essay, transcript, references
$100-$1000 Jan 2 www.aaaai.org/members/associates/asthmascholarship/default.stm
Nominated by school principal
$2,500 - full tuition Jan 20 School principal or counselor
Well-rounded, good character, community involvement, creative ability, life goals and interests,
$1,000+ Jan 20 http://www.papajohns.com/comun/scholar.htm
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demonstrated leadership, academic achievement, min. 2.0 GPAExtracurricular activates, leadership, community service, five references, financial need form, transcript
Scholarship goes directly to college
Jan 25 . http://dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm
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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African-American , academics, leadership, service, 3.0 GPA
$10,000 Jan 9 www. ronbrown .org/
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
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
For female Baptist active in WMU / Acteens
$500 - $700
January 15
March 1http://www.wmufoundation.com/scholar_summary.asp
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
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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/scholarshipsMust be affiliated with Methodist Church
$500 - $1,000 June 1 Kara Oliver
Direct descendants of US wartime veterans, ACT, activities, need, community service
June 15 American Legion - National Headquarters PO Box 1055 Indianapolis, IN46206-1055
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
Applicant or parent employed by Blue Circle
$1000- $2000 Mach 1 Contact Blue Circle America, Inc. directly
Leadership and Academic $1,000 Mar 1 918-584-2481 ext. 434
Based on academics, school/community involvement, and financial need
None stated Mar 1
download application and submit my mail www.jimmyranefoundation.org
Senior, anticipate being accepted by 4yr. college, GPA at least 2.75, ACT or SAT, essay, letter of recommendation
$2,000 to $15,000 available for tuition, fees, room and board, books, paid over 4 years
Mar 1 .
Open to NAMTA employees or employee of a NAMTA member firm
Varies Mar 1 www.namta.org
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and their relatives. Based on financial need, GPA, extracurricular activities, and special interests.Plan to attend 2 or 4 year college and take office courses
$500 to $2,000 Mar 1 Professional Secretaries International
Have had a cancer diagnosis before the age of 21, minimum 2.5 GPA
Varies Mar 4 www.cancer.org(800) ACS-2345
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
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 TODAY and other national magazines.
Marchwww.whymilk.com
Applicant or parent employed by
$1000-$2000
March 1 Contact Blue Bell Foundation directly
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Blue Bell, needAlabama resident, 2 letters of rec., essay, 2.8 GPA, activities, SASE
$500-$1500 March 1 American General Life and Accident Insurance Company c/o Scholarship
Program Program Administrator PO Box 23737 Nashville, TN 37202-3737
Applicant or parent must be employed by H&R Block, need
$500-$2500 March 1 Contact H&R Block Foundation directly
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
Applicant or parent must be employed by Gulf States Paper Cooperation
$500-$2500 March 1 Contact Gulf States Paper Cooperation directly
Original essay on topic of students choice
Up to $5000 March 1 www.kaptest.com/essay
Applicant or parent must work at Regions Bank.
$2,000 March 1 Contact Corporate Headquarters Human Relations
High academics, leadership, service, character, Alabama resident
$500-$1500 March 1 American General Scholarship 615-320-3149
Dependents of active duty or drilling reservist, 3.0 GPA, leadership, citizenship
$1000 March 1 www.tora.org "Member Service" "Scholarship 200"
Children of active duty or retired Navy or Marines, need, 2.0 GPA
$2000-$3000 March 1 Navy-Marine Corp Relief Society , Educational Programs , 801 N. Randolph
Street, Ste 1228 , Arlington, VA 22203-1977
Applicant or parent must be employed by Wal-Mart
$6,000 March 1 www.walmartfoundation.org800-530-9925
Need-based for undergraduate Alabama
$2,000 - $200
March 15 www.ache.state.al.us
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residents. Priority given to students who are Pell eligible. Must submit SAR.
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
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 36272or see Counselor
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,West hwy., 10th Fl., Bethesda, MD 20814800-638-0824
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
Shelby county resident, financial need, community service, have eye and/or diabetes disorder
up to $3,000 March 31 205-992-7433
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
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
Alabama resident, member of Baptist church in Alabama
Varies March 31 http://www.tbfa.org/scholarship.html
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Baptist State Convention, ACT, rec., photo
Latino / Central American Background
$500 - $2500 May www.salef.org
Interest in agriculture, essay, ACT, references
May 1 Alabama Feed and Grain Association , 1528 Peachtree Lane NE, Ste. 201Cullman, AL 35058 256-775-0111
Member of United Methodist Church
$1,000 May 1
www.gbhem.org
Patti Zimmerman, Scholarship [email protected]
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
Play tennis in interscholastic or intramural and have type 1 diabetes
$5000 May [email protected] http://www.wtt.com/files/2008%20Novo%20Nordisk%20Criteria.pdf
Member of AQHYA 3 years 2.5 GPA, essay, transcript, recommendation
May 15 http://www.aqha.com/ 806-376-4888888-209-8322 for application
Students Interested in : Computer science & engineering / Graphic & Media Communications / Business
$1,000 May 15http://www.edsf.org/scholarships.cfm
(847) 295-6650
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
Female, interest in engineering, SASE
$1000 May 15 http://societyofwomenengineers.swe.org/[email protected]
Deaf or hard of hearing students
$1,000 May 23.2 GPA and documented hearing loss
Contact: www.sertoma.org/PDFs/SertomaHearingImparedStudentScholarship.pdf
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Interest in golf, need, character, leadership, 3.0 GPA, Alabama resident
May 30 G.O.L.F. Scholarship Program Meld Financial 3008 Pumphouse RoadAL 35243
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
Students in 9-12 grades. Theme "My Commitment to America's Future"
Nov 1 VFW scholarship link
Sanford University
Total cost college
Nov 15ACT 28 + / GPA 4.1 info : [email protected]
Exceptional Scholars ProgramSamford University 800 Lakeshore Dr. Birmingham, AL 35229
Good Citizens Scholarship $500 Nov. 15
Needham Bryan Chapter , DAR
Write a brief essay on goals and aspirations, a list of school activities, and a list of community and volunteer activities.
November
http://www.tylenol.com/page.jhtml?id=tylenol/news/subptyschol.incApplications may be picked up at Eckerd stores before the due date
Information and application at Target Stores
$1,000 - $10,000 November 1 Ask at your local store.
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
High academics, leadership, character, service, US citizen
$10,000-$20,000 Oct 31 https://www.coca-colascholars.org/cokeWeb/index.jsp
Integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity
$1,000 - $10,000 October 30 https://www.horatioalger.com/scholarships/index.cfm
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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
Demonstrated tremendous courage and compassion serving community
$1000 Sept 1 – Nov. 30
Senior in high schoolDetails of volunteer work & supporting documentationContact: [email protected] www.hearofamerican.org/scholarships.htm
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
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 Chapter Members
Varies Varies http://www.deca.org/student.html
Essay contest and transcript. High school student with an interest in writing.
$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.
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
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 SITESwww.actstudent.org http://www.actstudent.org/sampletest/
index.html
Descriptions, Qualifications,
and Information
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Site will prep students for ACT test.
www.collegeboard.com/studenthttp://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/sat/reg.html
www.fafsa.ed.gov http://www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov
www.privatecolleges.com
www.studentaid.ed.gov/www.kaptest.com/
Site will prep students for college testing
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 admissionScholarship search engine: www.alabamamentor.org www.fastweb.com
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 NetPartnership for Public Service Fellowship; Best Buy @15; Kohl's Cares Scholarship Program; Discover Scholarship
www.gocollege.com
Auburn College of Engineering Scholarships http://www.eng.auburn.edu/admin/ess/schfi/scholaralpha.html
http://www.cse.emory.edu/sciencenet/undergrad/scholarships.html http://www.blackexcel.org/100minority.htm
Academic Common Market www.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
www.finaid.org http://www.netac.rit.edu/publication/financing_your_education/scholarships.html
http://www.mymajors.com/
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.alabamahealthcareers.com
http://www.college-scholarships.com
https://march2success.com help on AHSGE, ACT, SAT and ASVAB
http://www.truman.gov
Sam Walton Community Scholarship Information regarding student eligibility and application requirements. http://www.walmartfoundation.orgExcellent site for scholarships! http://www.supercollege.com/channel.cfm
www.blackexcel.org/Scholastic Art Portfolio Silver Award Portfolio, recommendations, essay, transcript required. http://www.artandwriting.org
The J. L. Bedsole Scholars Program
Descriptions, Qualifications,
and Information
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Eligibility: G.P.A. 2.5 end of Jr. year and 21 ACT by Nov. 30, Financial Need http://www.jlbedsolefoundation.org
Scholarship site. Great!! http://www.shelbyed.k12.al.us/grc/scholarship.html
http://www.unionplus.com www.theoldschool.org www.collegeview.com
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
www.collegenet.com
Go to membership benefits, then scroll down to scholarships http://www.aflcio.org/aboutus/benefits/
Alexander Graham Bell Assoc. for the Deaf & Hearing Impaired http://www.agbell.org
http://www.college-scholarships.com
http://societyofwomenengineers.swe.org/ www.wiredscholar.com
www.scholarships.com/ www.collegescholarships.com www.studentaid.ed.gov/
www.scholarships-4u.com/ www.collegexpress.com/ http://www.fastweb.com/
www.college-scholarships.com www.freschinfo.com www.studentawards.com/
www.rotary.org/foundation/programs.html/ www.feea.org/scholarships.html www.srnexpress.com/
www.guaranteed-scholarships.com/ http://www.college-scholarships.com/ www.rspfunding.com/
www.nationalservice.org/scholarships www.scholarship-page.com/ www.truman.gov
www.studentaid.ed.gov/ www.supercollege.com/channel.cfm/ www.number2.com/
http://www.adha.org/institute/Scholarship/listing.htm (dental hygiene scholarships)
College & Technical School Web AddressesAlabama Colleges
Alabama A & M U www.aamu.edu
Coastal Alabama Community College www.ascc.edu
Alabama State University www.alasu.edu
Athens State University www.athens.edu
Auburn University www.auburn.edu
Auburn University Montgomery www.aum.edu
Birmingham Southern College www.bsc.edu
Marion Military Institute www.marion-institute.org
Reid State Technical College www.rstc.cc.al.us
Samford University www.samford.edu
Shelton State Community College www.sheltonstate.edu
Southern Union State Community College www.suscc.edu
Spring Hill College www.shc.edu
Stillman College www.stillman.edu
Descriptions, Qualifications,
and Information
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Bishop State Community College www.bscc.cc.al.us
Enterprise-Ozark Community College www.eocc.edu
James H. Faulkner State Comm. College www.faulknerstate.edu
Faulkner University www.faulkner.edu
Huntingdon College www.huntingdon.edu
Jacksonville State University www.jsu.edu
Jefferson State Community College www.jeffstateonline.com
Judson College www.judson.edu
Lawson State Community College www.lawsonstate.edu
Lurleen B. Wallace Community College http://lbw.edu
Troy State University www.troyst.edu
Troy State University Dothan www.tsud.edu
Troy State University Montgomery www.tsum.edu
Tuskegee University www.tusk.edu
United States Sports Academy www.ussa.edu
University of Alabama www.ua.edu
University of Alabama Birmingham www.uab.edu
University of Alabama in Huntsville www.uah.edu
University of Mobile www.umobile.edu
University of Montevallo www.montevallo.edu
University of North Alabama www.una.edu
University of South Alabama www.southalabama.edu
University of West Alabama www.uwa.edu
Wallace Community College www.wallace.edu
Mississippi CollegesBelhaven College www.belhaven.eduDelta State University www.deltastste.eduJackson State University www.jsums.eduJones County Junior College www.jcjc.cc.ms.usMeridian Community College www.mcc.cc.ms.usMillsaps College www.millsaps.eduMississippi Gulf Coast Community College www.mgccc.cc.ms.us
Mississippi 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
Tennessee Georgia CollegesBelmont University www.belmont.eduEast Tennessee State University www.etsu.eduMiddle Tennessee State University www.mtsu.eduRhodes College www.rhodes.eduTennessee State University www.tnstate.eduUniversity of Memphis www.memphis.eduUniversity of Tennessee: Chattanooga
University of Tennessee: Knoxville www.tennessee.eduUniversity of Tennessee: Martin www.utm.eduUniversity of the South www.Sewanee.eduVanderbilt University www.vanderbilt.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
Descriptions, Qualifications,
and Information
FundsAvailable
AndDeadlines
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Contact
Louisiana
Grambling State University www.gram.eduLouisiana State University & Agricultural & Mechanical College www.lsu.eduLSU at Alexandria www.lsua.eduLSU in Shreveport www.lsus.eduLoyola University New Orleans www.loyno.eduTulane University www.tulane.eduXavier University www.xula.edu