Archive for October, 2012

Oct 21 2012

The Christermon Foundation Beverage Industry College Scholarship Program

  

Scholarship Amount: $2,000 to $5,000

Eligibility: High School seniors who will attend a four-year college/university in the US. Students MUST have a parent or grandparent who is an owner of, or in current full-time employment with, a company holding a valid liquor license. (This includes restaurants, retailers, distributors, airlines, suppliers, hotels, etc.)

Online Application

Application Deadline: February 1, 2013

Additional Information: Complete the on-line worksheet. This will generate an application with the essay topic. 

Deadline:
February 1, 2013

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Oct 21 2012

SAE Engineering Scholarship

Scholarship: SAE Engineering Scholarship 

Scholarship Amount: 8 different scholarships are available (one through SAE; others are through the listed Universities). University awards range from $400 to full tuition.

Eligibility: High school seniors, Us citizen, meet minimum requirements for GPA, SAT1 or ACT1 scores

Online Application

Application Deadline: December 15, 2012 for specific universities; January 15, 2013 for SAE foundation

Additional Information: University scholarship applicants must apply to and attend the named university. Students must intend to earn a degree in engineering or a related science. Minimum requirements set by the individual colleges. US citizen. 


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Oct 21 2012

The Gates Millennium Scholars

Scholarship: The Gates Millennium Scholars 

Scholarship Amount: Awards to be determined by GMS based on financial need

Eligibility: Citizen, or legal permanent resident of the USA, Demonstrated leadership, Meet the Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria, 3.3 GPA or higher on an unweighted 4.0 scale.

Online Application

Application Deadline: 1/15/2013, Application started 8/15/2012

Additional Information: A complete application consists of: 1. Student application 2. Educator’s evaluation 3. Evaluation of the student’s community service and leadership. Log onto the Gates Millenium Scholars (GMS) Online nomination system at: https://scholarships.gmsp.org/Program/Details/7d6e42b1-d063-4bd2-a977-057b290e2708

Website

Deadline:
January 16, 2013

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Oct 21 2012

The John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest

Scholarship: John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest 

Scholarship Amount: 1st $10,000 (1),nominating teacher gets $500 Grant, 2nd $1,000 (1), Finalist $500 (5)

Eligibility: Open to High School students. Requires registration and an essay of 1,000 words or less on an act of political courage by a U.S. elected official who served during or after 1956.

Online Application

Application Deadline: January 5, 2013 

Website

Deadline:
January 5, 2013

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Oct 21 2012

RMHC U.S. Scholarships

Scholarship: RMHC U.S. Scholarships

Sponsor/Organization: Ronald McDonald House Charities

Scholarship Amount: $1,000 (100)

Eligibility: For High School Seniors less than 21 years old who are eligible to attend a two- or four-year college or university with a full course of study. Must be a legal resident.

Online Application

Application Deadline: December 20, 2012

Additional Information: There are 4 scholarship categories available: 1) RMHC/Scholars: All students ; 2) RMHC/Asia: Applicants with at least one parent of Asian-Pacific heritage; 3) RMHC/African-American Future Achievers with at least one parent of African American or Black Caribbean heritage; 4) RMHC/HACER: Applicant must have at least one parent of Hispanic/Latino heritage. Submit a complete application and all required documentation by the deadline on the application.

Website

Deadline:
December 20, 2012

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Oct 21 2012

Carrington Dental Centre Scholarship Application

Scholarship: Carrington Dental Centre Scholarship Application 

Scholarship Amount: $500

Eligibility: For students between the age of 16-22. Applications requires answering an Essay Question on the sponsor’s website prior to the deadline. This year's essay, of no longer than 1000 words, is to identify one strategy that you believe will help increase your learning power. Also requires a parent/guardian to submit the recommendation letter prior to deadline.

Online Application

Application Deadline: December 15, 2012  

Deadline:
December 15, 2012

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Oct 21 2012

Free Speech Essay Contest

Scholarship: Free Speech Essay Contest 

Scholarship Amount: Awards: $10,000 (1) $5,000 (1) $1,000 (3) $500 (4)

Eligibility: For high school juniors and seniors. Students must submit an essay between 800 and 1,000 words on the topic of "Why is free speech important at our nation's colleges and universities?"

Online Application

Application Deadline: November 25, 2012 

Website


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Oct 21 2012

Explorer’s Club Youth Activity Fund

Scholarship: Explorer's Club Youth Activity Fund 

Scholarship Amount: Awards range from $500 to $2,500

Eligibility: The Youth Activity Fund for high school students fosters the advancement of scientific knowledge of the world. Grants are given to students conducting individual scientific or exploration research projects through their respective schools, with a supervising instructor. Your instructor must write a letter of support. This is not a general scholarship for tuition. Awards announced April 2013.

Online Application

Application Deadline: 11/1/12 

Website

Deadline:
November 1, 2012

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Oct 21 2012

2012 LegiSchool Visual Arts Contest

Scholarship: 2012 LegiSchool Visual Arts Contest 

Scholarship Amount: 1st - $150 (1); Runners up - $100 (4)

Eligibility: California high school student currently enrolled in grades 9-12. Visual art submission required.

Online Application 

Additional Information: All visual arts submissions must adhere to the following criteria: 1. Artwork must an original 11 x 14 piece, flat and suitable for hanging. Artwork can be matted (not to exceed 11x14 and 1/4 inch thick) and must be unframed. 2. Any type of mixed media (paint, sketch, pastel, watercolor, etc.) or computer generated graphic designs are permissible. Computer generated works must be printed on print quality paper. No electronic files will be accepted. No photographs will be accepted. 3. Artwork must include the words “California State Park(s)” in the piece. 4. A completed submission form* must accompany each entry. Students are limited to one entry per person.

Website

Deadline:
October 26, 2012

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Oct 21 2012

Young Arts’ Award Program

Scholarship: Young Arts’ Award Program 

Scholarship Amount: Awards up to $10,000

Eligibility: • Grades 10 – 12 • Gives national recognition of artistic excellence to students, teachers, and schools

Online Application

Application Deadline: 10/19/12

Additional Information: • Talented students in grades 10 – 12 who are passionate about: • Cinematic arts, dance, jazz, music, photography, theater, visual arts, voice, writing • Provides winners with an all-expense paid week-long learning and performance/exhibition intensive in Miami, FL, working with world-renowned artists.

Website

Deadline:
October 19, 2012
9:00 pm

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