January:
MENSA Scholarship
General Application
550 Word Essay
www.mensafoundation.org/scholarships
Deadline: January 15, 2013
University of West Florida Nautilus Scholarships-$1,000-$4000 a year, renewable for three years.
Seniors who meet academic criteria are eligible. Must complete application. Based on academic
merit. For more information go to
http://www.uwf.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/scholarships/index.cfm. Due Date: Priority
Application Deadline: 1/01/2013
University of West Florida Argonaut Scholarships-One year scholarship of $500-$4,000. Seniors who
meet academic and financial criteria are eligible. For more information go to
http://www.uwf.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/scholarships/index.cfm. Due Date: Priority
Deadlines 1/01/2013 for admission and 3/15/2013 for FAFSA
Washington Crossing Foundation-$500-$5,000 scholarships and all expenses paid weekend to Bucks
county, PA for awards ceremony. Seniors planning careers of service in United States local, state or
federal government are eligible. Must complete application (cover page), write essay of no more than
300 words, and provide three copies each of cover page, essay, letter of recommendation, transcript,
ACT/SAT scores, and other documentation. For more information and application go to
http://www.gwcf.org/index.html. Due Date: 1/15/2013
SAE Engineering Scholarships-SAE Foundation Sponsored-Seniors are eligible. Each scholarship has its
own separate eligibility criteria. Must complete application and provide an official transcript, ACT/SAT
scores, and any additional documentation. For more information and application go to
http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/hsengineering.htm. Due Date: 1/15/2013
Gates Millennium Scholars Program-1,000 "good through graduation" scholarships to
college/university of choice. Minority seniors who meet eligibility criteria may apply. Must complete
Nominee Personal Information Form (student application), Nominator Form (educator's evaluation of
academic record), and Recommender Form (evaluation of community service and leadership
activities). Go to http://www.gmsp.org/ for more information and application. Due Date: Online by
1/16/2013, 11:59 p.m. EST
Create-A-Greeting-Card Scholarship Contest-$10,000 scholarship; $1,000 to winner's school.
Students 14 years of age or older who are legal residents of the U. S. are eligible. Must register at
www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm; create a birthday, get well, anniversary,
thank you, or Christmas card, and submit application and original work of art, graphics, or
photograph. Award based on overall aesthetic appeal, quality of execution, creativity and originality,
successful incorporation of design elements, appropriateness for use as a greeting card,
attractiveness, and suitability. For more information go to www.gallerycollection.com. Due Date:
1/16/2013
C-Span's Student Cam 2013-75 student prizes and 11 teacher prizes totaling $50,000. Prizes are
awarded in two separate categories: Middle School and High School. Individuals or teams of 2-3 may
compete. Must complete short documentary (5-8 minutes), including C-Span footage, on the topic
"Message to the President: What is the most important issue the president should consider in 2013?"
For more information and entry forms go to http://www.studentcam.org/. Due Date: 1/18/2013,
Midnight PST
Act Poster Contest-First Place-$5,000; Second Place-$2,500; Third Place-$1,000. Juniors and seniors
who plan to attend a 2- or 4-year college are eligible. Must create an original poster and submit
online at www.actstudent.org/postercontest. If under 18, also must have parental/guardian consent.
Judged on creativity (25%), visual appeal (25%), and overall content (50%). For more information go
to http://www.actstudent.org/postercontest/. May submit beginning 12/10/2012. Due Date:
1/21/2013
The Art Institutes Best Teen Chef Competition-Grand Prize Winner-Trip for two to New York City for
a VIP tour of Food Network's studios, dinner at a Food Network chef's restaurant, plus a library of
Food Network Kitchen's cookbooks. First Place Winners at each participating Art Institutes school$4,000 tuition scholarship; Second Place Winners at each participating Art Institutes school-$1,000
tuition scholarship. Seniors planning to attend an Art Institutes school are eligible. Must create and
submit a favorite recipe complete with a title, ingredients, instructions, the number of servings, and
presentation ideas. Include 500-1,000 word statement detailing interest in studying at The Art
Institutes. For more information and to enter go to http://www.aicompetitions.com/2013/. Due Date:
1/24/2013
Florida State University Service Scholar Program-$2,400 per year, renewable. Seniors wishing to
continue an outstanding record of community service and leadership at FSU are eligible. Must
complete application, answer five essay questions, and provide two letters of recommendation. For
more information and application go to http://thecenter.fsu.edu/Get-Involved/CourseOfferings/Service-Scholars-Application. Due Date: 1/25/2013, 11:59 p.m. EST
ACT Video Contest-First Place-$1,000; Second Place-$500. Juniors and seniors who plan to attend a 2or 4-year college are eligible. Must create an original less than two minute video and submit online at
www.actstudent.org/videocontest. If under 18, also must have parental/guardian consent. Judged on
creativity (25%), visual appeal (25%), and overall content (50%). May choose from five contest
categories. For more information go to http://www.actstudent.org/videocontest/. Due Date
Extended: 1/28/2013.
Herff Jones Believe in You Scholarship & Principal's Award-1 National Winner $12,000; 1 National
Finalist $8,500; 1 National Semi-finalist $5,000; and 47 state $2,000 scholarships. Seniors who have
demonstrated leadership, academic excellence, and community service are eligible. Work experience,
outside interests, and co-curricular activities considered. Must create an account; complete
nomination form; provide counselor's and principal's names and email addresses; discuss application
with counselor before 1/30/13. For more information and application go to
http://www.herffjones.com/biuscholarship.. One nominee will be chosen to represent CHS by
2/08/2013.
The Art Institutes and Americans for The Arts Poster Design Competition-Local Competition-Up to a
$3,000 tuition scholarship to study at an Art Institutes school as a first-place winner. National
Competition-Up to a full-tuition scholarship to attend an Art Institutes school. Seniors planning to
attend an Art Institutes school are eligible. Must create an original poster design that expresses the
theme “You Can Create Tomorrow” and write 500-1,000 word statement describing design concept
and why want to enter the design field. Judged on originality, visual impact, required elements, and
demonstration of basic concepts. For more information and to enter go to
http://www.aicompetitions.com/2013/. Due Date: 1/31/2013
February:
DAR: Daughters of the American Revolution: requirements: complete application, 1,000 word essay,
transcript, two letters of recommendation, extra-curricular activities, photocopy of U.S. citizenship,
financial need form. Questions contact: Cynthia Wilson at 850-543-6339 application is available
online at http://members.dar.org/darnet/forms/SCH-1001.PDF Due Date: 2/15/2013
Elks National Foundation Legacy Award-250 $4,000 scholarships. Seniors who are children or
grandchildren of dues-paying Elks members are eligible. Based on Elks' core values of knowledge,
charity, community, and integrity. Must complete application online and provide ACT/SAT scores. For
more information and application go to http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/. Due Date: 2/01/2013,
12:00 p.m. CST
The Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship-Two $5,000 scholarships. High school students
graduating spring 2013 who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities are
eligible. Must complete application, write essay, and submit transcripts or report cards from last two
years, three or more recommendation letters, and any documentation related to promotion of
vegetarianism. For more information and application go to http://www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm.
Due Date: Postmarked by 2/20/2013
Taylor Haugen Scholarship: $1500, 1000 word essay, 3.5 unweighted GPA, participate in a sport that
is defined by FHSAA.
Applications are in the media center or see Mrs. Criddle room 348.
National Peace Essay Contest-National awards-first place: $10,000; second place: $5,000; third place:
$2,500; and State awards (53)-first place: $1,000 each. Ninth through twelfth grade students are
eligible. Must write a 1,500 word essay answering the question “What does it mean to have a
gendered approach to war and peace issues?” All students must have a coordinator and all
coordinators must register online at http://npecregister.usip.org/ before students register and submit
essay. Students and coordinators may begin registering and submitting essays 11/01/2012. For more
information go to http://www.usip.org/npec. Due Date: 2/01/2013, 11:59 EST.
University of West Florida John C. Pace Honors-$1,000, renewable for three years. Seniors who meet
academic criteria are eligible. Must apply and submit supporting credentials. Based on academic
record and test scores. For more information go to
http://www.uwf.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/scholarships/index.cfm. Due Date: Priority
Deadline 2/01/2013
Scobee Scholarship-Two $1,000 scholarships, one male and one female. Junior gifted students
interested in pursuing studies in math, science, and/or technology are eligible. Must complete
application, write an essay, and provide two letters of recommendation and an official transcript. For
more information and application go to
www.flagifted.org/app/.../FLAG_Scobee_Application_2014.docx. Due Date: Postmarked by
2/01/2013
Courageous Persuaders Video Competition-National-Two $2,000 scholarships, one $1,000
scholarship, and chance to air commercial on TV. High school students can enter individually or in
teams. Must create and enter 30-second commercial to warn middle school students about dangers
of underage drinking; and provide entry form, consent form, and works cited page. For more
information and forms go to http://www.courageouspersuaders.com/contest.htm. Due Date:
2/12/2013
Stossel in the Classroom-225 cash prizes, totaling $23,000. First and second place winners will also
receive an all-expense-paid trip to New York City for themselves, their adult chaperone, and their
teachers who submitted their essays to see a live taping of Stossel. Students ages 13-18 are eligible.
Must view John Stossel's recent special, "No They Can't," write 500-1000 word essay addressing topic
found on web site, and have a teacher register and submit it. For more information go to
http://stosselintheclassroom.org/essay_contest/. Due Date: 2/13/2013, 11:59 p.m. ET
The Art Institutes Passion for Fashion Competition-Grand prize winners will earn a half-tuition
scholarship to study at an Art Institutes school plus a VIP trip to NYC. More than $100,000 in tuition
scholarships awarded to local winners. Seniors planning to attend an Art Institutes school are eligible.
Fashion Design: Must create three apparel design sketches of an evening wear garment and write
500-1,000 word statement that describes the purpose and intent of producing the work, what intend
to communicate, and a description of approach. Fashion Marketing & Merchandising and Retail
Management: Must create an original trend forecast board which includes a color palette, fabrics,
and target market and write 500 to 1,000 word statement that includes the name and inspiration of
the trend forecast, why the colors of the trend are significant, and the target demographics and
market. For more information and to enter go to http://www.aicompetitions.com/2013/. Due Date:
2/14/2013
Best Buy Scholarship Program-Up to 1,100 students receive $1,000 scholarships. Ninth through
twelfth graders who plan to attend a post-secondary school, have solid grades, and are involved in or
demonstrate commitment to community service or work experience are eligible. Must register and
complete application. For more information and application go to http://pr.bby.com/communityrelations/programs/best-buy-scholarship-program/. Due Date: Application Period - 12/26/2012 until
2/15/2013, 11:59 p.m. CT (Site experiences heavy traffic at close of program.)
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship-Up to $24,000/four years. Minority seniors planning to
attend a four-year college/university who show leadership potential and demonstrate financial need
and dedication to community are eligible. Must complete application and provide letter of
recommendation, ACT/SAT scores (at least 22/ACT, 1,000 SAT), and transcript. For more information
and application go to http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/general-applicants.php. Applicants asked
for regional interview need to provide official transcript, Student Aid Report, and proof of U. S.
citizenship. Application available 11/01/2012. Due Date: 2/15/2013, 5:00 p.m. ET
University of West Florida Pace Scholars-$5,000, renewable for three years. Seniors who meet
academic criteria are eligible. Must apply and be accepted to Honors Program. For more information
go to http://www.uwf.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/scholarships/index.cfm. Due Date: Priority
Deadline to be accepted to Honors Program 2/15/2013
National Co-op Scholarship Program-Seniors who have a 3.5 GPA and plan to attend one of ten
WACE Partner Institutions (Clarkson University, Drexel University, Johnson & Wales, Kettering
University, Wentworth Institute of Technology, Rochester Institute of Technology, University of
Cincinnati, University of Toledo, State University of New York OSWEGO, and University of
Massachusetts Lowell). Must be accepted to WACE Partner Institution, complete application, and
write 300 word essay. For more information and application go to
http://www.waceinc.org/scholarship/scholarship.html. Encouraged to apply early. Due Date:
Postmarked by 2/15/2013 or 2/01/2013 (Johnson & Wales)
Public Education and Citizenship Statewide Essay Contest-Ten $1,000 scholarships. Seniors who will
be attending a State of Florida supported school are eligible. Must complete application and write a
1,000 word essay on "Why Education is Important." For more information and application go to
http://www.glflamason.org/masoniceducation/scholarship.html. Due Date: Postmarked or in
possession of State Chairman by 2/15/2013
Florida Engineering Society High School Scholarship-Six $2,500 scholarships. Seniors who plan to
enroll in an EAC-ABET accredited engineering program and have financial need are eligible. Must
complete application and provide transcript and official AP, pre-IB, and IB scores. Application
materials need to be submitted to Monica Autrey, P. E. at Destin Water Users on a flash/jump drive.
For more information and applications go to http://www.fleng.org/scholarships.cfm. (Application
includes worksheets - Application Notes, Certification Sheet, Applications Pages 1-4, Form B Math,
Science, Mech. Drawing and Form B All Other Classes.) Due Date: 2/15/2013
Scholarships for Military Children-Minimum of one $1,500 scholarship at every commissary where
qualified applications received. Seniors who have a 3.0 GPA and plan to enroll in an undergraduate
program of studies leading to a Bachelor's Degree are eligible if they qualify using the DEERS
database. Applicant and sponsor must be enrolled in DEERS database and have current id cards.
Student must complete application, write an essay, and provide a transcript. For more information
and application go to www.militaryscholar.org. (College Board Code is 100532.) Due Date: Application
must be delivered to local commissary by close of business on 2/22/2013.
The Lowe's Scholarship-140- $2,500 scholarships. Seniors who have a 3.25 GPA and demonstrate
commitment to community service through leadership activities, community service, and or work
experience are eligible. For more information and application go to
http://careers.lowes.com/college_recruiting_scholarship.aspx#1. Access key is LOWES. Due Date:
Application Period - 12/15/2012 until 2/28/2013.
Carl Buchan Scholarship-50- $5,000 scholarships. Seniors with a 3.25 GPA who are Lowe's employees
(or qualified relative of employee) and have demonstrated commitment to community through
leadership activities, community service, and/or work experience are eligible. For more information
and application go to http://careers.lowes.com/college_recruiting_scholarship.aspx#1. Access key is
LCBS. Due Date: Application Period - 12/15/2012 until 2/28/2013.
March:
Eglin Spouses’ Club
Open to graduating seniors who are dependents of active duty military assigned to Eglin Air Force
base. Must: have a GPA of 2.9 or higher, complete application (see Mrs. Criddle room 348), essay
(prompt given in application)
Due Date: No later than March 1, 2013
The Allstate Foundation's High School Keep the Drive Journalism Awards Program-Print and
Broadcast Categories-Grand Prize-$2,000 each; Second Place-$1,000 each; Third Place-$750 each.
High school students ages 13-18 years old during the program period are eligible. Must enter either
the Print Category or Broadcast Category, but not both. Participants must register, complete
application, and submit either a print article or videotaped segment that focuses on the teen safe
driving topic of choice. For more information and application go to Due Date: 3/01/2013, 11:59 p.m.
CT
Southern Scholarship Foundation-Reduction of expenses approximately $6,000 a year; renewable.
Seniors with a 3.0 GPA who demonstrate financial need and high motivation and plan to attend FSU,
UF, FAMU, FGCU, Tallahassee Community College, and Santé Fe College are eligible. Must live
cooperatively and be responsible for fair share of basic household expenses (about $950 a semester);
complete application; write essay; and provide acceptance letter from college/university, transcript,
photograph, letters of recommendation, honors and activities list, and financial information. Will be
contacted for interview and tour. For more information and applications go to
www.southernscholarship.org. Due Date: Priority Deadline 3/01/2013
Hurlburt Spouses' Club Academic Scholarship-Seniors who are dependents of any Hurlburt Field
military member and have a "B" or better average are eligible. Must complete application; write an
essay of no more than 500 words on short and long-term educational and professional goals; and
provide at least two letters of recommendation, Counselor Recommendation form, Statement of
Understanding form, an official transcript, a copy of most recent report card, copy of valid military id,
verification of DEER enrollment, and sponsor's verification of employment, orders, or DD form 214.
(See checklist page of application for all required materials and numbers of copies of each, as well as
mailing address.) For more information and application go to www.HurlburtSpousesClub.com. Due
Date: Postmarked by 3/01/2013
The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year-One $10,000 scholarship; three runners-up $2,500
each. High school students 15 years of age or older who have received the Eagle Scout Award and
religious emblem; who have demonstrated practical citizenship in church, school, scouting, and
community; and who are in a troop chartered to an American Legion post, American Legion Auxiliary
unit, or Sons of the American Legion squadron or are a registered, active member or a chartered Boy
Scout Troop, Varsity Scout Team, or Venturing Crew, and the son or grandson of a Legionnaire or
Auxiliary member are eligible. Must complete application, and provide photograph in Scout uniform,
an official transcript, and letters of recommendation. For more information and application go to
http://www.legion.org/scholarships/eaglescout. Due Date: To Department (State) Headquarters by
3/01/2013
The 17th Annual Spirit of Anne Frank Awards 2013-Anne Frank Outstanding Scholarship Award$10,000. Seniors who are community leaders and have been accepted to a four-year college are
eligible. Must complete application, write 1000 word essay, and provide two recommendation letters.
For more information and application go to
http://www.annefrank.com/fileadmin/safa/categories.html. Due Date: Postmarked by 3/01/2013
Gilbraitti Scholarship-$500. Students between ages of 16 and 20 who are planning to attend a
college/university in Fall of 2013 are eligible. Must complete application form and write in 1,000
words or less essay answering "If you could attend any college or university in the world, what school
would you choose? and why?" For more information and application go to
http://mortgagebrokerslangley.ca/mortgagecompany.php. Due Date: 3/01/2013, 11:59 PST
Heroes' Legacy Scholarships Program-Seniors who are dependent children of active duty personnel,
Reserve/Guard and retired military members, or survivors of service members who died while on
active duty after 9/11/2001; have a 2.5 GPA; and plan to enroll in an undergraduate program of
studies leading to a Bachelor's Degree are eligible if they qualify using the DEERS database. Must
complete application, write essay, and provide transcript. For more information and application go to
www.militaryscholar.org. Due Date: Postmarked by 3/15/2013
Ayn Rand Anthem Essay Contest-1st-$2,000; five 2nd-$500; ten 3rd-$200; 45 finalists-$50; 175
semifinalists-$30. Eighth through tenth grade students are eligible. Must select one of three topics
and write essay of 600-1,200 words. May mail or submit online. For more information go to
http://essaycontest.aynrandnovels.com/Anthem.aspx?theme=blue. Due Date: 3/20/2013, 11:59 p.m.
PST
Young American Creative Patriotic Art Awards-National-First Place $10,000; Second Place-$5,000;
Third Place-$2,500; Fourth Place-$1,500; Fifth-Eight Places-$500. Ninth through twelfth grade
students are eligible. Must submit original artwork on paper or canvas (digital not accepted),
complete entry form, and write explanation of patriotism expressed in art. For more information and
entry form go to http://lavfwflorida.org/inc/content/department/PatArt2012.pdf.
Army Aviation Center Federal Credit Union-Ten $1,000 scholarships. Seniors who are members of
Army Aviation Federal Credit Union are eligible. Must complete application and provide transcript
with GPA, Honors/AP classes and ACT/SAT scores noted, two letters of recommendation, and a copy
of college acceptance letter from an accredited four-year college. Awards based on scholastic
achievement, character and leadership, and essay responses. For more information and application
go to any AACFCU location or to https://aacfcu.com/about-us/scholarship-program. Due Date:
Postmarked by 3/22/2013
Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship-$500. Students who are U. S. or Canadian citizens between
ages of 16 and 25 on March 30th, 2013 with a 2.5 GPA are eligible. Must provide personal and school
contact information and submit answers to two essay questions. For more information and
application go to http://www.odenzascholarships.com/. Due Date: 3/30/2013, 11:59 p.m. ET
General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program
Amount: $2000, Open to seniors who are U.S. Air Force military dependents. Must have: minimum
2.0 GPA, enrolled full-time as an undergraduate. To apply visit:
www.afas.org/Education/ArnoldEdGrant.cfm
Due date: March 8, 2013
Junior Miss / Distinguished Young Women’s Scholarship
Distinguished Young Women of Okaloosa County is an official local preliminary of Distinguished
Young Women, a national scholarship program that promotes and rewards scholarship,
leadership and talent in young women.
http://www.ajm.org/programs/state_n_local_programs/florida/local_programs/okaloosa_count
y/
Carole (Lee) Byrd - Chairman, Distinguished Young Women of Okaloosa County, Inc
205-886-5552 www.distinguishedyw.org
Facebook: Distinguished Young Women of Okaloosa
County, FL
[email protected]
[email protected]
April:
American Fire Sprinkler Association High School Senior Scholarship Contest-Ten $2,000 scholarships.
Seniors who are U. S. citizens or legal residents are eligible. Must read "The Fire Sprinkler Essay about
automatic fire sprinklers; complete registration page; and take ten-question open-book multiplechoice test. For each question answered correctly, students receive one entry into drawing for a
scholarship. For each question answered incorrectly, students will be given one more chance at the
end of the exam to answer those questions correctly. A total of ten entries into the drawing is
possible if the student answers all the questions correctly. For more information go to
http://www.afsascholarship.org/. Due Date: 4/03/2013, 12:00 p.m. (noon) CDT
17th Annual Signet Classics Student Scholarship Essay Contest-Five $1,000 scholarships amd Signet
Classic Library for winner's school. Juniors and seniors are eligible. Must write essay on one of five
topics about 1984 by George Orwell and have Englich teacher mail four copies of essay with cover
letter on school letterhead. For more information go to
http://us.penguingroup.com/static/pages/services-academic/essayhome.html. Due Date: Postmarked
by 4/15/2013 and received by 4/22/2013
Ayn Rand The Fountainhead Essay Contest-1st-$10,000; five 2nd-$2,000; ten 3rd-$1,000; 45 finalists$100; 175 semifinalists-$50. Eleventh and twelfth grade students are eligible. Must select one of
three topics and write essay of 800-1,600 words. May mail or submit online. For more information go
to http://essaycontest.aynrandnovels.com/TheFountainhead.aspx?theme=blue. Due Date:
4/26/2013, 11:59 p.m. PST
Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes-Twenty-five winners; top ten-$2,500 cash awards either for
scholarships or to service projects. To be eligible must be between eight and eighteen, have organized
and led an extraordinary service activity which has clearly benefited other people or the planet, and
have clearly demonstrated positive spirit, courage, intelligence, generosity, and high moral purpose.
Must be nominated and submit Nomination Packet. For more information and Nomination Packet go
to http://www.barronprize.org/. Due Date: 4/30/2012, 5:00 p.m. MST
May:
B. Davis Scholarship: amount $1,000, for information visit:
http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm Deadline: May 27, 2013
Florida Association of School Resource Officers Scholarships-Two $1,000 scholarships. Seniors who
demonstrate exemplary citizenship, academic performance, and school and community involvement
are eligible. Must complete application, write personal statement, and provide three letters of
recommendation, transcript, SRO's signature, and if under 18, Attestation and Disclaimer form. For
more information and application go to http://www.fasro.net/about.html. Due Date: 5/01/2013
Ayn Rand We the Living Essay Contest-1st-$3,000; five 2nd-$1,000; five 3rd-$300; 25 finalists-$50; 80
semifinalists-$25. Tenth through twelfth grade students are eligible. Must select one of three topics
and write essay of 700-1,500 words. May mail or submit online. For more information go to
http://essaycontest.aynrandnovels.com/WeTheLiving.aspx?theme=blue. Due Date: 5/06/2013, 11:59
p.m. PST
JCI Senators of Florida Foundation, Inc. Scholarship Program-$1,000. Seniors who are Florida
residents are eligible. Must complete application, write personal statement of 100-500 words, and
provide up to five references, FAFSA print summary (about six pages), a resume`, and a transcript. For
more information and application go to http://fljcifoundation.org/. Due Date: Postmarked by
5/13/2013, Midnight
Discus Awards-National All-Around Student Scholarships-Ten $2,000 scholarships; Network
Scholarships-Up to $2,500 scholarships. National All-Around Student Scholarships are awarded to
ninth through twelfth grade students who have been selected as Discus Award Winners by
demonstrating unique excellence in three of the ten Discus attributes. Network Scholarships are
awarded to ninth through eleventh grade students planning to attend one of the network schools. To
be eligible for both scholarships must have been selected as a Discus Award Winner. Must complete
nomination, select at least three areas of excellence (in under 800 characters), provide reference, and
submit online. For more information go to http://www.discusawards.com/. Due Date: 5/31/2013,
11:59 p.m. ET
June:
"Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship Program-$1,000". Seniors who have demonstrated
academic success and plan to pursue an animation related degree at an accredited post-secondary
school or college are eligible. Must complete application and submit 500-1000 word answering one of
two topics. For more information and application go to http://www.animationcareerreview.com/.
Due Date: 6/01/2013
Abbott & Fenner Scholarship Program-$1,000. Juniors and seniors are eligible. Must write 500-1,000
word essay on "What have you done outside the classroom that demonstrates qualities sought after
by the post secondary institution that you are hoping to attend? Also, which of these qualities means
the most to you." Submissions must be emailed to [email protected]. For more
information go to http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm. Due Date: 6/14/2013
BigSun Scholarships-$500.00 Senior athletes (any sport) are eligible. Must write short essay
answering, "What are your most important extracurricular or community activities? What made you
join these activities? What made you continue to contribute to them?" Essays should be submitted to
[email protected]. For more information go to http://www.bigsunathletics.com/.
Due Date: 6/21/2013
BBG Communications Award-$1,000. Students who are U. S. or Canadian citizens between ages of 16
and 21 with a 2.5 GPA and will be attending an institution of higher education in Fall of 2013 are
eligible. Must complete application and submit answers to two essay questions. For more information
and application go to
http://www.breylancommunications.com/bbgcommunications/132/scholarships.php. Due Date:
6/30/2013, 11:59 ET
Multiple Due Dates
Single Scholarship Sites-Due Dates Vary
Walmart Associate Scholarship-$16,000 over six years. To be eligible must: be U. S. citizen or
permanent legal resident; be employed with any division of Walmart for at least six consecutive
months prior to application; have earned high school diploma or GED before applying; and have
financial need. Must register, take eligibility quiz, and complete application. For more information and
application go to http://www.act.org/walmart/associate/. Due Date: Depends on eligibility date of
employment
Multiple Scholarship Sites-Due Dates Vary
School Soup- matches scholarships to students apply online at www.schoolsoup.com
Multiple Scholarships-For scholarship opportunities go to www.fastweb.com, www.scholarships.com,
www.gocollege.com, www.schoolsoup.com, http://www.collegeanswer.com/index.jsp,
www.brokescholar.com, www.finaid.org/scholarship,
www.collegeboard.com/student/index.html?student, www.cksf.org, www.scholarshipexperts.com,
http://www.scholarshipdetective.com, http://www.dosomething.org/grants/database,
www.zinch.com. http://www.findtuition.com/scholarships/, http://scholarshipguidance.com/,
www.barronprize.com, www.scholarshipspotlight.com and http://scholarshiproadmap.com/
Sallie Mae Scholarships-Over 3 million scholarships worth over $16 billion. Scholarships for all types of
students; some consider academics, financial need, debate, art, music, sports, and/or baking. Go to
www.SallieMae.com/Scholarships for information and to register for free scholarship search.
Need a Lift? The American Legion offers an online financial aid handbook which includes scholarships,
grants, fee-waivers, loans, and the organizations that offer them. Go to www.legion.org/needalift for
more information.
FloridaNEXT.com Multiple Scholarships-Go to www.FloridaNEXT.com and find article "65 Scholarships
to Start Your Search."
Hispanic Scholarship Fund-Opportunities are available to seniors of Hispanic heritage. For more details
go to www.hsf.net, click on Scholarships, then on Scholarships for High School Students. Check
requirements, then apply online at the hsf web site for most scholarships.
Multiple Scholarships for Students with Disabilities-For information and applications go to
http://www.incight.org/scholarship_links.php.
NAACP Scholarship Opportunities-For more details go to
http://www.naacp.org/page/s/scholarship2?source=frontpage.
FIRST Scholarships-Over $14 million in scholarships from over 128 colleges, universities, corporations,
and associations. Most scholarships are merit-based and renewable. High school students who are on
FRC and FTC teams are eligible. (Most scholarships are for seniors.) Some scholarships are for specific
majors such as engineering, computer science, science, math, or technology, and others are for any
course of study. For more information and to apply go to www.usfirst.org/scholarships.
Multiple Scholarships for Students with Bleeding Disorders-For information and applications go to
http://www.hemophilia.org/NHFWeb/MainPgs/MainNHF.aspx?menuid=53&contentid=36.
United Negro College Fund-Opportunities are available for students of African-American heritage.
Multiple scholarships can be found at http://www.uncf.org/.
Multiple Military Scholarships for Service Members, Spouses, and Dependents-For more information
and applications go to www.fwbvikings.com, click on Scholarship Opportunities, then Scholarship
Applications.
Multiple Scholarships-For scholarship opportunities for high school and college students go to
http://roybal-allard.house.gov/UploadedFiles/Scholarship_Guide_2011-2012.pdf.
NASA-For current contests and opportunities go to
http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/current-opps-index.html.
Daughters of the American Revolution National Society-Multiple Scholarships-For scholarship
opportunities for high school and college students go to the Daughters of the American Revolution
National Society web site found at http://www.dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm.
Zinch $1,000 Weekly Scholarship-$1,000. High school students are eligible. Must complete application
and write essay of 280 characters maximum responding to: "Sometimes when we meet someone, we
have no idea how important that person will become to us later in our lives. Describe the time you first
met someone who later became very important to you." For more information and application go to
http://www.zinch.com/scholarships/weekly. Due Date: 12/24/2012, 11:00 a.m. PST Please check the
Zinch web site each Tuesday for updated essay topic and due date.