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Scholarships Currently Available- FALL 2008 AIMS TUITION WAIVER- Student must meet specific gpa and /or class rank requirements and achieve three exceeds marks on AIMS tests or two exceeds and a 3 or 4 on two College Board AP exams. Next Test date is: October 28th (writing), Oct.29 th (reading), Oct.30th (math) http://www.ade.az.gov/asd/tuitionwaiver/ APPLY WITH COUNSELING SECRETARY BY: October 17, 2008 ALL-INK.com COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM- If you are enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited college or university program during Spring 2008/ Fall 2008-09 or Full school year. Students who apply must be a United States citizen pr permanent resident with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Students applying are required to complete the simple online application which includes a 50 to 200 word essay about who has had the greatest impact on your life, and a 50 to 200 word essay on what you hope to achieve in your personal/professional life after completing college. To download an application go to: www.ametsoc.org/amsstudentinfo/index.html . Deadline: December 31 st 2008 AMERICAN JUNIOR MISS PROGRAM-Any high school senior female who has plans to attend college many apply with various local/national scholarship opportunities. For more information go to: www.ajm.org or http://www.miss-arizona.org/ AMERICAN LEGION ORATORICAL CONTEST- Any student under the age of 20 years who is enrolled in a high school or junior high school may participate. There is a department prize and a state prize and a national final. Prize money begins at $1,500 for first place. See counselor for more details or go to: http://www.legion.org/programs/resources/scholarships APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED TO COUNSELING BY: JANUARY 2009 AMS FRESHMEN UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS- The American Meteorological Society is pleased to announce to AMS Freshman Undergraduate Scholarship program, open to all high school students and designed to encourage study in the atmospheric and related sciences. Application must be U.S. citizens or hold permanent resident status. Applicants must be entering their freshman year of college in the fall of 2008 as a full-time students and plan to pursue a degree in the atmospheric or related oceanic or hydrologic sciences. Students eligible to apply for both AMS Minority Scholarship Program and AMS Freshman Scholarship Program may apply for both programs, but may only accept one AMS scholarship. Application website: www.ametsoc.orgamsstudentinfo/index.html deadline is February 8th 2009 AMS/ INDUSTRY MINORITY SCHOLARSHIP: The American Meteorologist Society (AMS) Minority Scholarships help support the college educations of minority students traditionally underrepresented in the sciences, especially Hispanic, Native American, and Black/African American students, who intend to pursue careers in the atmospheric or related oceanic and hydrologic sciences. Application website: www.ametsoc.org/amsstudentinfo/index.htmldeadline is February 6th 2009 ANY COLLEGE.com SCHOLARSHIP: The scholarship to any college program is open to all students planning to enroll in a previously unattended post-secondary school program. Such post-secondary school program must be at an accredited college or university. Scholarship winners must enroll in the qualified educational institution of his or her choice and subsequently maintain such enrollment throughout the application school year. Scholarship applications must be complete and accurate to the best of applicant’s knowledge and belief. To download application go to www.anycollege.com Deadline: drawings will be held on Dec. 31 st , March 31 st , June 30 th ARIZONA IS MY HOME SCHOLARSHIP.Applicants will develop an essay with their Arizona hometown being the central theme. Students must create a piece that promotes their Arizona hometown and encourages others to consider making it their home too. (no more than 1200 words). Scholarship amount is: $2,500. See counselor for more details or go to: www.Arizonan.com. BLOG MUST BE COMPLETED ONLINE BEFORE: APRIL 2009. ARIZONA MILK PRODUCERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM: Candidate must be an Arizona resident. Candidate must be a full-time college (12 credits or more) or a high school senior eligible for the 2009 fall term. Candidate must be enrolled or plan to enroll in an Arizona university as a full time student (12 credits or more) for the 2009 fall term. Our program coincides with the football season at Arizona’s three universities. Three finalists will be drawn each week, one from each post office box. Each entry must include your name, address and phone number and nutrition information panel from any size carton of milk (copies accepted) along with a paragraph (not to exceed 150 words) stating why you need milk, along with a milk mustache picture of yourself (copies not accepted) be creative! One entry per envelope (please include return address on envelope).Enter as often as you wish (no purchase necessary). Applications must be turned in to your counseling office deadline August 24 th through October 26 th 2008. ARIZONA SCHOOL COUNSELORS ASSOCIATION HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS SCHOLARSHIP: Must be a high school senior attending a public or private secondary in the state of Arizona. Must be permanent resident of the state of Arizona and must plan to attend a post-secondary institution during 2009-2010 school year. Download Application at website www.azsca.org/recognition.html deadline is December 31st. ASU-LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP- Any senior who has applied and been accepted by ASU is eligible. One senior from each high school who has demonstrated leadership and will make a significant contribution to the collegiate environment is invited to apply. The scholarship is approximately $32,000 over four years of study. See Mrs. Sorden for school application if interested. NOMINATION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 1, 2008 AXA ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP ( U.S. NEWS AND WORLD REPORT)- Applicants must be legal residents, currently high school seniors who plan to enroll in a 2yr or 4yr college or university in 2008. Eligible seniors must demonstrate ambition and self-drive as evidenced by outstanding achievement in activity in school, community and workplace. An unrelated adult must make a recommendation. Awards range from:$10,000 to $25,000. Application is in the counseling office. APPLICATION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 15, 2008 BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA EAGLE SCOUT ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS: Be an Eagle Scout and received credentials from the national office. Be a graduating high school senior. Provide official high school transcript. Have an SAT score of at least 1090 and/pr ACT score of 26. Demonstrate leadership ability in scouting and a strong record of participation in activities outside of scouting. Provide one signed recommendation letter from a volunteer or professional Scout Leader who knows the applicant personally. Applications at website www.nesa.org/scholarships/index.html . Deadline is February 15th 2009. COCA-COLA SCHOLARS PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP- Applicants must be high school seniors, U. S. citizens planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post secondary institution with a GPA of 3.0. (Applicants may not be children or grandchildren of employees or Coca-cola or their divisions or subsidiaries.) The scholarship is for those attending a four year or two year institution and awards begin at $20,000. Applications available in Sept. at: www.coca-colascholars.org SUBMIT APPLICATION ONLINE BY: OCT. 31 ST, (4YR.COLLEGE) MAY 31 ST (2YR COLLEGE) DISCOVER CARD TRIBUTE AWARD SCHOLARSHIP- Any current high school junior who meets the following qualifications is eligible: Is enrolled in an accredited public or private high school in the United States. Has at least 2.75 cumulative grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale. Demonstrates accomplishments in Special talents, leadership, community service, and has faced significant roadblock or challenge. The value varies from $2,500 to $25,000. For more information, go to www.discoverfinancial.com/data/philanthropy/tribute.shtml DEADLINE: JANUARY 31st, 2009 ELKS LEGACY AWARD SCHOLARSHIP- Any child or grandchild (or step-child, step-grandchild, or legal ward) of a living Elk who joined the order on or before April 1, 2004, or a or a charter member of a Lodge that was instituted on or after April 1, 2004, is eligible to apply. The Elk must also be a paid-up member through March 31, 2007. Great-grandchildren are not eligible. The applicant must be a high school senior. Applications must take the Scholastic Aptitude Test or the American College Test by December 31, 2008. For more information go to www.elks.org/enf/scholars DEADLINE: JANUARY 11th, 2009 ELK MOST VAULABLE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP- Applicants will be judged on financial need, leadership, and scholarship. Any high school senior who is a citizen of the United States is eligible to apply. Applicants need not be related to a member of the Elks. Applicants much be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are signed; resident alien status does not qualify. Applications must advance through local, district and state competition to reach the national competition. Applications MUST be turned into the local Flagstaff Elks Lodge. 2101 N. San Francisco St. Flagstaff, AZ 86001. The value varies from $2,000 to $15,000 for four years. For more information visit www.elks.org/enf/scholarsDEADLINE: JANUARY 11th, 2009 FIRST STATE BANK SCHOLARSHIP-Student must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, involvement in at least one extracurricular activity and plan on attending an Arizona community college, technical, vocational school or university. Recipient is required to attend First State Bank’s annual wards luncheon/dinner. The scholarship is $2,000. For more information contact the counseling office. DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 1 st, 2009 FLINN SCHOLARSHIP- Students who graduate from an accredited high school before July 2006, hold U.S. citizenship and have been an Arizona resident since August 2004, earn a 1280 cumulative score on the verbal and math sections only of the SAT l or a 29 cumulative score on the ACT, earn 3.5 or higher GPA, rank in the top 5% of the senior class and exhibit extracurricular involvement and demonstrated leadership. This scholarship pays full cost of attendance, plus study abroad experience. For more information, go to www.flinnscholars.org DEADLINE: OCTOBER 24 th, 2008 FUTURE FARMER’S OF AMERICA- Current FFA member, unless otherwise stated, high school senior or currently enrolled in college. Scholarships are given for a wide variety of experiences, career goals and higher education plans. Different awards may be used at colleges, universities and post secondary agricultural programs. The scholarship amount varies. For more information: www.ffa.org/programs/scholarships/index.html Available in November. DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 15th 2009 GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARS- Students must be African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American. Are a citizen/legal permanent resident or national of the United States. Have attained a cumulative GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (un-weighted) at the time of nomination. Will be entering a U.S. accredited college or university as full-time, degree seeking freshmen in the Fall of 2006. Have demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, extracurricular or other activities, and Meet the Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria. Have all three required forms (Nominee Personal Information Form, Nominator Form, and Recommender Form) completed and submitted by the deadline. This scholarship pays full college cost of attendance. For more information, visit online www.gmsp.orgDEADLINE: JANUARY 12 th, 2009 GIRLS GOING PLACES ENTREPRENEURSHIP AWARD PROGRAM-Nominee must be female between the ages of 12 and 18 as of 12/31/07 and a legal resident of the United States. An adult nominator must write a letter of recommendation and student nominee must complete a personal statement. Awards range from $1,000 to $10,000. Application packet is available in the counseling office. DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION IS: FEBRUARY 15, 2009 GIRL SCOUT GOLD AWARD SCHOLARSHIP- This scholarship program is for young women who have achieved the highest ranking in Girl Scouting- the Gold award. Gold award scholarships are based on academics, activities, community involvement, leadership, and pursuit of individual interests. Applicants must be Gold Award winners and graduating high school seniors. This scholarship offers $6,000. For more information go to www.elks.org/enf/scholars/ourscholarships.cfm each Girl Scout council sets its own filing deadline. HORATIO ALGER SCHOLARSHIP- full time high school senior, progressing normally toward graduation in the Spring of 2009, with plans to enter college no later than the fall fallowing graduation; a strong commitment to pursuing a bachelor’s degree at an accredited institution (students may start their studies at a two year institution and then transfer to a four year institution. ( Louisiana, Iowa and Montana state scholarship recipients must pursue a degree at specific colleges and universities. Please see the individual program description for those requirements); critical financial need ($50,000 or less adjusted gross income per family is preferred, if higher explanation must be provided); involvement in co-curricular and community activities; demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity; a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and united states citizenship or permanent resident. Application at website www.hortioalger.org/scholarships deadline is October 30th 2008 JACK PETERSON SCHOLARSHIP- Seniors graduating form an Arizona High School. Student must enroll in an accredited Arizona college or university and major in education. Student shall have maintained a high school record that reflects high academic achievement and regular attendance, sustained participation in school/community service and respectable leadership and citizenship among peers. The scholarship varies. For more information go to the counseling office for an application Deadline: October 27 th, 2008 JOE FOSS INSTITUTE – Four annual scholarships for any middle or high school student. The prize is $5,000 in scholarship money. The competition is held four times yearly around major patriotic themes. The award goes to the student who submits the best essay on the designated patriotic theme. The current competition essay is to be written about: “ America Founded for Freedom”. For more information visit: www.JFIweb.org M&I BANK STUDENT ATHLETE SCHOLAR AWARD CONTEST- Must be an Arizona high school senior with 3.25 GPA or better and have participated in at least one full season of a team or individual sport and intend to receive further education past high school. Applicants must have two letters of recommendation from a teacher, coach and/or academic advisor. Applicants must have a color photo. For more information, go to the counseling office for an application. Deadline: October 27 th, 2008. PRESIDENT’S VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD -Awards are given for youth ages 14 and above who have completed at least 50 hours or more of community service. For more information visit: www.presidentialserviceawards.gov PRINCIPAL’S LEADERSHIP AWARD- Open to any senior who has held an office in school and completed some volunteer service. GPA must be 2.75 or higher. See Mrs. Sorden for application. ENTRIES DUE BY: NOV 17 th, 2008 in the counseling office PRUDENTIAL SPIRIT OF THE COMMUNITY- Legal residents of the United States who are enrolled in grades 5-12 who can describe a volunteer community service activity performed at least in part after Sept. 1 st, 2006. (National Honorees receive $5,000) https://www.scholarshipadministrators.net/Login.asp APPLICATIONS DUE ONLINE BY: OCTOBER 31, 2008. RON BROWN SCHOLAR PROGRAM-Applicants must be legal permanent resident, Black or African American and current high school seniors who will attend an accredited university in the fall of 2009. Application is available in the counseling office or at www.ronbrown.org APPLICATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 1, 2008. SAE ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIPS-Applicants must have applied to an engineering program at an accredited college or university, and they must be a citizen of the US. Students will be judged on SAT 1 scores, ACT scores and their earned grade point average. Awards range from $1,000 to $10,000. Visit: http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/engscholar/ for more information. Application due: December 1 st, 2008 SBO MAGAZINE MUSIC STUDENT ESSAY CONTEST- 250 WORDS OR LESS. Ten $1,000 scholarships awarded in two categories. Five $1,000 scholarships to students in grades four to eight and five $1,000 scholarships to students in grades nine through twelve. Equal merchandise prizes contributed by Alfred Publishing, Hershey Fund Raising, Yamaha Corporation of America and Avedis Zildjian Co. awarded to schools of winning entrants. Who is eligible: All public and private school students (including home school) in grades four through twelve. How do I enter: Visit the sbomagazine.com web site and click on essay contest 2008. SIEMENS COMPETITION IN MATH, SCIENCE, & TECHNOLOGY- The Siemens Competition in Math, Science, & Technology recognizes remarkable talent early on, fostering individual growth for high school students who are willing to challenge themselves through science research. Students may enter as individuals or as part of a team. Entries are “blind read” by a panel of judges assembled by The College Board and its partner Educational Testing Service. The judges have related expertise to the project being reviewed. They don not know anything about the student; papers are judged solely on the merits of the abstract and supporting documentation. From this initial review up to 300 projects are selected as finalists including both Regional and Semifinalists. To download an application go to: www.siemens-foundation.org CompetitionDeadline: May , 2009 STOKES EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM- High School Students applying for Math, Computer Science, computer engineering, or electrical engineering with U.S. citizenship and minimum SAT/College Board score of 1600 (1100 combined score for critical reading and math and a minimum score of 500 for the writing portion or an ACT score of 25 are eligible. Students’ GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale and demonstrated leadership abilities are required. Apply online only, go to: http://www.nsa.gov/Careers/students_4.cfmDeadline: November 5 th, 2008 TOYOTA COMMUNITY SCHOLARS- Open to high school seniors who are United States citizens, with a GPA of at least 3.0. Be actively involved in a service organization or project that has a positive impact on the school and/or community. Plan to pursue an undergraduate degree at an accredited four year college or university in the United States. ONLY ONE NOMINATION PER HIGH SCHOOL, YOU MUST BE NOMINATED BY YOUR HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELOR. See your counselor for an application. Deadline: December 1 st, 2008 VIOLET RICHARDSON AWARD- Applicants must be young women 14 to 17 years of age on the date of their application. They must reside in the service region of the participating club. Applicants must be engaged in a volunteer activity. Soroptimists, Soroptimist employees and the immediate families of both are ineligible. An applicant must complete an application and a 750 word narrative describing their volunteer activities. Contact the counseling office for an application. Deadline: December 1 st, 2008 WAL-MART ASSOCIATE SCHOLARSHIP- Associate employed full-time or part-time for at least 6 months as of April 25, 2007, Senior, graduating high school, receiving a home-school diploma, OR receiving GED equivalency certificate dated between August 1, 2006 and June 1, 2007. Minimum 18 ACT composite or 800 SAT combined score. Demonstrate financial need by required documents. Application is online only, go to: www.walmartfoundation.orgDeadline: January 14 th, 2009 WALTON FAMILY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP- Son/ Daughter of a Wal-Mart associate employed full-time for at least one year as of April 25, 2007. Senior, graduating high school, receiving a home-school diploma, OR receiving a GED equivalency certificate dated between August 1, 2006, and June 1, 2007. Student must be registered in a 2- or 4-year institution for undergraduate studies beginning in the fall 2008 semester. Students attending 2-year institutions must agree to transfer to a 4-year institution by the end of the spring 2009 semester. Minimum 22 ACT composite or 1030 SAT combined test score. Demonstrate financial need by required documents. Application is online only, go to: www.walmartfoundation.orgDeadline: January 14 th, 2008 WENDY’S HIGH SCHOOL HEISMAN – Applicants must be seniors in high school with at least a B grade point average who have participated in at least one of the National Federation of State High School athletic teams. Judging will be based on academic achievements, community service and athletic accomplishments. Application is online at: www.wendyshighschoolheisman.com Application deadline: October 1 st, 2008 ALSO VISIT FOR SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS: STATE FARM- WWW.STATFARM.COM/AVOUT/PART_SPOS/GRANTS/FOUNDSCH.ASP ROTC SCHOLARSHIPS-VISIT
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