Scholarship Opportunities

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 Deadline MAY 31st: Literary Essay Scholarship
Any member of the U.S. or Canadian high school classes of 2011 or 2012 including home schoolers.
WEBSITE: http://www.scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_literary_essay_scholarship_competition_8926.php?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=larry.moore%40jcsb.org&utm_campaign=20110501_literaryessay

 Deadline JULY 31, 2011: Vancouver Restaurant Scholarship
To be eligible for this scholarship you must be between the ages of 15-21 and be a full time student in 2011 in either High School or College/University.
WEBSITE: http://www.scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_vancouver_restaurant_scholarship_8928.php?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=larry.moore%40jcsb.org&utm_campaign=20110501_vancouverrestaurant

Deadline JUNE 1, 2011: 2011 Scholarship Program
In order to be eligible for the scholarship you must be under 21 years of age and answer an essay question on the sponsors website.
WEBSITE: http://www.scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_2011_scholarship_program_8927.php?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=larry.moore%40jcsb.org&utm_campaign=20110501_2011scholarshipprogram

Deadline JUNE 30, 2011: BBG Communications Scholarship
The BBG Communications scholarship is designed for students between the ages of 16 and 21 who are currently in or will be attending an institution of higher education in the Fall of 2011.
WEBSITE: http://www.scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_bbg_communications_scholarship_8925.php?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=larry.moore%40jcsb.org&utm_campaign=20110501_bbgcommunications

Deadline JUNE 1, 2011: Fraser Institute Student Scholarship
Submissions will be considered from secondary and post-secondary (undergraduate and graduate) students in all disciplines.
WEBSITE: http://www.scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_fraser_institute_scholarship_essay_contest_8929.php?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=larry.moore%40jcsb.org&utm_campaign=20110501_fraserinstitute

Florida Association of School Administrators

The Florida Association of School Administrators is giving away two $1,000 scholarships.  Students must submit a 1,000 word essay by 12:00 p.m. on May 23, 2011.  Please visit http://www.naifanet.com/page.cfm?usr=111144&pageid=1805 for details.

Center for Student Opportunity (CSO) College Center

The Center for Student Opportunity (CSO) College Center is offering a $2,000 four-year renewable scholarship to high school seniors who will be first-generation college students attending a CSO partner college/university in 2011 (see a complete list of CSO College Partners at http://csopportunity.org/college_partners/coll_partners.aspx).  To qualify, students must be involved in extracurricular and leadership activities at school or in the community and have parents who have never completed a four-year college degree.  Please visit http://www.csopportunity.org/scholarship to obtain an application.  DEADLINE is May 27, 2011.

Chipola Area Gators

The Chipola Area Gators will award one $1,000 scholarship and two $500 scholarships to 3 individuals from Jackson, Holmes, Washington, or Calhoun counties.  Students must be planning to attend the University of Florida and selection will be based on academic achievement (3.0 GPA, 24 ACT), financial need, and extra-curricular activities.  Please see guidance for an application/details.  DEADLINE IS June 1, 2011.

Washington-Holmes Technical Center Foundation Scholarship

The Washington-Holmes Technical Center Foundation Scholarship will pay for tuition and books for seniors from Holmes, Washington, or Jackson counties who plan to enroll at WHTC full time.  Please see guidance for an application and more details

2011 Herb Morgan Memorial Scholarship

The 2011 Herb Morgan Memorial Scholarship is awarding two $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors.  The only criteria is a 1,000 word factual essay addressing "How an insurance agency/agent or financial advisor has made a difference in my life."  Essay entry deadline is 12:00 p.m. on May 23, 2011.  Students may visit http://www.naifanet.com/page.cfm?usr=111144&pageid=1805 for more details.

Florida Peanut Producers Association

The Florida Peanut Producers Association is awarding two $1,200 scholarships to high school seniors.  Applicant or someone in the applicant's family must be an actively producing peanut grower.  Please see guidance or visit www.flpeanuts.com for an application.  DEADLINE: July 1, 2011.

HARVARD

Harvard University is now offering to pay tuition for honor students from low income families (those making less than $60,000).  Please visit http://www.fao.fas.harvard.edu/ or call the school's financial aid office at (617) 495-1581 for more details.

The Lambda Iota Chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon International Fraternity

The Lambda Iota Chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon International Fraternity is presenting its annual Triangle Achievement Scholarship Award for male seniors who plan to attend FSU in the fall of 2011.  Candidates will be evaluated in three areas:  academic success, extracurricular involvement, and excellence in athletics.  DEADLINE:  June 1, 2011

Phi Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma

Phi Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma is presenting a scholarship to a senior female student who plans to enter the field of education.  Students should see guidance for details and an application.  DEADLINE:  April 30, 2011

U.S. Service Academies

Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship (Deadline: April 30, 2011)
This $5000 scholarship is open to students currently enrolled as high school students or first-year college students. To be eligible for this award you must be under 25 years of age and answer both of the essay questions.
Website: http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/8809/healthy_lifestyles_scholarship_scholarship.php

 

Dial My Dentist Scholarship Program (Deadline May 6, 2011)
This $1000 scholarship is available to students between the ages of 16 and 21.  In the fall of this year (September 2011), the student must be attending College or University full-time.
Website: http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9838/dial_my_dentist_scholarship_program_scholarship.php

 

 S.S. Scholarship Program (Deadline: June 1, 2011)
This $1000 scholarship is available to any student that is 21 years or under, as of June 1, 2011.
Website:
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarshipprograms.php

Big Dig Scholarship (Deadline: June 1, 2011)
This $3000 scholarship is for students who submit an essay that is under 1000 words and are currently in high school or in their first two years of college/university.
Website: http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/8864/big_dig_scholarships_scholarship.php
 

 2011 ICBC Scholarship (Deadline: June 15, 2011)
This $1000 scholarship is open to students that are between the ages of 17-21 that are residents of the US or Canada.  A student can be enrolled or intending on enrolling in any course of study in the fall semester of 2011.
Website: http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9839/icbc_scholarship_scholarship.php
 

NEW COLLEGE

Any senior interested in attending New College in Sarasota, Florida should visit www.ncf.edu/admissions/paying-for-college for scholarship details, applications, and deadlines

CAPPEX

Cappex is proud to announce the High School Innovator of the Year and

Lead With Your Heart Scholarships, each worth $5,000.

The High School Innovator of the Year Scholarship is for high school

students who have invented something noteworthy or improved a process that

affects their fellow students, city, or town during their high school careers.

The Lead With Your Heart Scholarship is for students who have dedicated

their time to working for the greater good. The award is about selfless service

that has made a big impact in their community or beyond.

Students should apply for the scholarships at

www.cappex.com/scholarships.

KOHL'S

If you know a child between 6 and 18 years old who's made a difference in our community through volunteering, you may nominate them for the Kohl's Cares Scholarship Program by visiting https://kohls.scholarshipamerica.org/kohls/.  Prizes range from $50 Kohl's gift cards to $10,000 scholarships.

Southern Scholarship Foundation

The Southern Scholarship Foundation is providing a rent free housing scholarship award and cooperative living experience for students who will be attending FSU, UF, FAMU, or Florida Gulf Coast University (women only).  Seniors must have a 3.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need.  Please see guidance for an application.

FAMU

University of Florida

Any senior interested in attending the University of Florida should see guidance to obtain a copy of the Florida Gator Aid Application Guide.  This guide has valuable information on grants, loans, scholarships, and employment opportunities associated with the University of Florida. 

SUNTRUST

The 2010-2011 SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes is offering a $1,000 scholarship for high school seniors.  Students will have 15 chances to win (not based on GPA or financial need) with one winner chosen ever two weeks from October 29, 2010 to May 13,2011.  Enter online at www.offtocollege.info beginning September 17th.

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