Arts for Life! Scholarship Program
Who: Graduating seniors who demonstrate artistic merit and academic excellence.
Applicant must:
- write an essay and submit sample work
- include a resume and photograph
- attend a luncheon at the end of the school year to showcase their talent
Student should review website for complete details, portfolio requirements, etc.
Amount: $1,000 (25 available)
DEADLINE: February 1, 2011
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AXA Achievement Scholarship
Who: Seniors graduating in 2011
Applicants must:
-have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their school activities or communities
-be a US citizen or legal resident
-plan to enroll in an accredited college or university in the US
-be recommended by an unrelated adult who can attest to student achievement
See website for application and more details.
Amount: $10,000-$25,000
DEADLINE: December 15, 2010
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Gates Millenium Scholars Program
Who: Seniors graduating in 2011
Applicant must be:
African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American a citizen, national or legal permanent resident of the United States Have attained a cumulative high school GPA of 3.3 on an unweighted 4.0 scale.a US citizen or residententering a college as a full-time degree-seeking studentable to exhibit strong financial needdemonstrate leadership abilitiesprovide nomination and recommendation forms
See website for more details.
Amount: Based on tuition/expenses and availability of other scholarships.
DEADLINE: January 10, 2011
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George W. Jenkins Scholarship/University of Miami
Who: Seniors graduating in 2011
Applicant must:
-be a US citizen and resident of Florida
-demonstrate strong financial need
-have a minimum GPA of 3.75
-be entering UM as a full-time undergraduate
-be nominated by a guidance counselor
-write an essay
-have participated in school activities,have a strong work ethic, and a history of overcoming significant adversity
Students should review website for complete details and forms.
Amount: Tuition and fees (approximately $50,000)
DEADLINE: December 1, 2010
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Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Who: Seniors graduating in 2011
Applicant must:
- Be of Hispanic heritage
- Be a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen
- Have plans to enroll FULL-TIME in a degree seeking program at a two or four year U.S. accredited institution in the U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands or Guam in the upcoming academic year.
- Apply for the FAFSA, when available for graduating seniors
- Provide transcripts and other supporting documents
- Submit application using the HSF online application system. See website for more details.
Amount: $1,000-$5,000
DEADLINE: December 15, 2010
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John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest
Who: High School Students
Applicant must: -write an original and creative essay of less than 1,000 words that demonstrates an understanding of political courage as described by John F. Kennedy in Profiles in Courage. Students should use a variety of sources such as newspaper articles, books, and/or personal interviews to address the following topic:
Describe and analyze the decisions, actions, and risks of an elected public official in the United States since 1956 who has courageously addressed a political issue at the local, state, national, or international level.
All submissions must adhere to contest requirements. See website for more details.
Amount: The winner receives $10,000 -- a $5,000 cash award and $5,000 to grow in a John Hancock Freedom 529 College Savings Plan. The winner is invited to the Profile in Courage Award ceremony to accept his/her award. The ceremony is held in May at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library in Boston.
Deadline: January 8, 2011
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KFC Colonel's Scholars Program
Who: Seniors graduating in 2011
Applicants must: -demonstrate an entrepreneurial drive, strong perseverance and financial need
-enroll in an accredited public college or university in the state they reside.
-plan to pursue a bachelor's degree
-be a US citizen or permanent resident
-demonstrate financial need.
Amount:Up to $20,000 to complete a bachelor's degree program.
Deadline: Accepting online applications from December 1, 2010 to February 9, 2011
Application questions?
See website for more details or contact:
Phone: 866-KFC-7240 Email: kfcscholars@act.org
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Nova (NSU) Razor's Edge
Who: Seniors graduating in 2011 who plan to attend NSU
Applicant must:
-already be demonstrating a commitment to leading and to making an impact both in their schools and in their local communities.
- wish to continuously improve their leadership abilities by learning about leadership in the classroom, by applying those lessons, and by taking on leadership roles on campus and beyond.
-understand that Razor's Edge leadership is not only about one's self, it's also about helping others achieve. Therefore, the student must take on leadership roles at NSU.
-write an essay and submit letters of recommendation.
See website for more details.
Amount: Scholarship package valued at $10,000
DEADLINE: December 15, 2010 (Priority Deadline)
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Your Community Foundation Scholarships: Serving Palm Beach and Martin Counties
Who: Seniors are encouraged to go to the website and familiarize themselves with the scholarships: www.yourcommunityfoundation.org
Applicants must: • Be a resident of Palm Beach or Martin County • Plan to attend an accredited vocational school, two or four-year college or university
Description:
The Community Foundation administers a scholarship program that each year helps local students pursue their dreams and goals at colleges, universities, and trade or technical schools after high school graduation. Since 1983 we have awarded more than $5.1 million in scholarships and grants to 1,200 students in Palm Beach and Martin counties.All scholarships are for colleges, universities, or vocational schools in the United States. Individual awards vary from a one-time award of $1,000 to multiple year awards. Scholarship awards may be used to subsidize the student’s attendance at the college of their choice. This usually consists of tuition, fees, room and board, transportation and personal expenses as listed in the school’s “cost of attendance”. These awards are charitable grants that are not required to be paid back. Students may apply for more than one scholarship.
What are the selection criteria? Scholarship recipients are selected by Community Foundation Scholarship Committees on the basis of the applicant's academic record, potential to succeed, demonstrated leadership and participation in school and community activities, work experience, a statement of education and career goals, and unusual personal or family circumstances. Recipients are selected on an objective and competitive basis considering academic and non-academic factors. A personal interview for finalists is required. All scholarships are approved by the Foundation's Board of Directors.
How is financial need determined? A needs analysis is conducted by the Community Foundation that considers the total cost of education, the expected family contribution, and other grants and loans awarded to the student. Scholarship finalists will be contacted in March or April to schedule an interview and are asked to provide information to the Community Foundation on other grants or loans awarded by schools and other funding sources. This data is used in determining the amount of each award from the Community Foundation's Endowed Scholarship Funds. The information is held in strictest confidence. Financial need is not a criteria of all funds.
How does a student apply? Interested students must complete the online application and submit all required supporting information to the Community Foundation. Online applications must be completed and submitted by 5:00 pm, February 1, 2011. Information will not be accepted via fax or email or US mail.
How do I receive a copy of the Scholarship Directory? (outside scholarships)The directory has been divided into two versions. One version lists organizations offering scholarships that are only for Martin County students. The second version lists organizations offering scholarships that are only for Palm Beach County students. You will apply directly to these organizations. See website for more details.
DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 1, 2011
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