SCHOLARSHIP PAGE
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If you are asked to write a "Letter of
Interest" for a scholarship, it should include the following: your name,
where you are going to college, your future plans (major, career, etc.), and
how you would benefit from receiving that particular scholarship. |
Scholarships with paper applications are available in the Counseling Center. All others can be accessed on the provided web addresses.
Name Qualifications Due Date
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Horatio Alger Association Scholarship Programs |
High School Senior, intend to pursue a bachelor's degree, critical financial need, extracurricular involvement, 2.0 GPA, US Citizen |
Must apply online at
www.horatioalger.org/scholarships
October 30, 2008 |
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Coca-Cola |
3.0 GPA |
Must apply online at
October 31, 2008 |
| Prudential Spirit of Community Award | Seniors who have made a difference by volunteering in their community over the past year. |
Applications available online at
www.prudential.com/spirit or
www.principals.org/prudential click on the application link
and follow the on-screen instructions. Access key is spirit October 31, 2008 |
| Ron Brown Scholar Program | Academically talented, highly motivated African American seniors who plan to pursue undergraduate degrees full-time. |
Student's will be
considered for the Ron Brown Scholar Program AND will have their
application information forwarded to a select and limited number of
additional scholarship providers. Applications are available in Mrs. Pitt's office or at www.ronbrown.org November 1st
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The
Dwight Moody & Lucille Stewart Beeson Exceptional Scholars Program
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Seniors interested in attending Samford University. Overall 3.3 gpa, must meet university requirements for admissions. |
Student must be nominated (2). Please see
Mrs. Pitts, if you are interested.
November 10, 2008 |
| John Montgomery Belk Scholarship |
Students interested in attending Davidson College that demonstrated
outstanding intellectual, personal achievement and significant
leadership ability.
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Notify Mrs. Pitts by November 12th, if you are interested.
Nominees must submit a completed admission application no later than
December 1, 2008.
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Louisiana
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Research (LA-STEM)
Scholars Program
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U.S. Citizen or permanent resident, 3.5 gpa, ACT of 24+ or SAT of 1100+, undergraduate degree in a STEM discipline, interested in pursuing a terminal degree (Ph.D) in a STEM discipline, interested in research and mentoring | See Mrs. Hall (Rm. 804L) by November 12th, if you would like to be nominated. |
| Auburn University | Students interested in engineering, pre-med, or chemistry majors. New: Polymer and Fiber Engineering. |
Applications available by request (from AU Engineering Dept.) or on their website. www.eng.auburn.edu/pfe December 1, 2008
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| Robertson Scholars Program | This program of Duke Univ and the Univ of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks students who have made an impact in their school and local communities. | In addition to being accepted into either school, students must also complete the Robertson application available at www.robertsonscholars.org |
| SAE International Engineering Scholarships | Seniors |
For full details, applications & FAQs, visit www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm December 1, 2008
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Alfa Scholarship
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Students planning to pursue degrees in agriculture or forestry at Auburn University. Must also complete an Admissions application and be accepted in AU. |
Applications available from the university
and online at www.auburn.edu or
www.AlfaFarmers.org
Scholarship applications are also available in all county Farmers Federation offices, local Alfa service centers or by writing the dean of the College of Agriculture at Auburn University, 107 Comer Hall, Auburn University, AL 36849 December 1, 2008 |
| Auburn University | Students interested in Chemical Engineering. |
January 1, 2009
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| Better Business Bureau | Juniors and Seniors |
500 word
Essay.....More information is available on application in Counseling
Center. January 4, 2009
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| Ron Brown Scholar Program | Academically talented, highly motivated African American seniors who plan to pursue undergraduate degrees full-time. |
January 9th (postmarked) Student's will be considered for the Ron Brown Scholar Program Only.
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John F. Kennedy Profile in
Courage Essay Contest
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Students in grades 9-12. |
Essays must include a
bibliography of at least five varied, reliable sources, including a
non-internet source. Essay must demonstrate an understanding of
President Kennedy's definition of political courage. See Website...
January 10, 2009 |
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Gates Millennium Scholars |
Minority, citizen/legal permanent resident, unweighted GPA of 3.3, demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, extracurricular activities, Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria. |
January 11, 2009
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J. Craig and Page
T. Smith Scholarship Foundation.. First In Family Scholarships |
Seniors who have exhibited a dedication and sense of integrity through their volunteer, community service work or assistance to their family. Seeking students who have struggled against the odds whether it be financial, home life or disabilities and proven they are willing to help those around them. C+ average is required. |
Applications available in the Counseling Center.
January, 15, 2009 |
| Burger King Scholars Program | Senior, 2.5 gpa, work part-time (15 hrs. per week), actively involved in community service activities, demonstrate financial need, will enroll in an accredited two/four yr. college, university, or vocational/technical school. |
Online application
process begins September 15, 2008 through Feb. 2, 2009.
Access Key: BKS |
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Ida Mae Armistead Health Career Scholarship |
Any high school senior who intends to pursue a career in healthcare may apply. |
March 1, 2009 |
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McDonald's
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Any high school senior. |
March 15,2009 Applications available in Counseling Center |
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Kid's Chance Scholarship Fund Alabama Law Foundation, INC |
Provides College and Technical School funds to children who have had a parent killed or permanently and totally disabled in an on-the-job accident. |
Applications available on the foundation's web site at
www.alfinc.org
May 1, 2009
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| BigSun Scholarship | Senior athlete |
Applications available online at
www.bigsunathletics.com
June 27, 2009 |
Scholarship information is updated regularly. Check this site weekly!!