2016 Horatio Alger Scholarship

2015-2016

______Scholarships 2016 Horatio Alger Scholarship Eligibility Criteria:  Full-time High school Senior in the United States, to graduate May/June 2016, to attend college fall 2016.  Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree.  Critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income, income verification needed.  Involvement in co-curricular and community service activities.  Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity.  Minimum GPA of 2.0.  United States citizen. Apply on line: scholars.horatioalger.org Due Date: October 25, 2015

LendEDU, $2,500 Scholarship for Fall 2015 Criteria:  High school seniors and college students  750 words or less, essay answering the following question:  How do you plan to avoid excess student loan debt?

Amount of the award: $2,500 Information/Application: https://lendedu.com/blog/scholarship-application/ Deadline: October 31, 2015 Mollohan Foundation Shcolarships  High Technology Scholars Program - $500 scholarship, in addition to internship and loan opportunities, to WV seniors who plan on majoring in a technology-related field at a West Virginia college or university.  Helen Holt Mollohan Scholarship - $1,000 scholarship offered to a West Virginia female who is currently attending or a senior student who is planning to attend, Glenville State College  Check web-site for possibly more scholarships available to you! Applications available on the web-site. http://mollohanfoundation.org/student-programs/scholarships

The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Open to ALL student 9th through 12th grades.  1st place: $200 check, a trophy and will advance to Sectional  2nd place: $150check and a medal  3rd place: $100 check  Students can rewrite their speech year to year to perfect the delivery.  For more information see flyer outside Counseling Complex or write to: The American Legion Oratorical Chairperson Barbara Burdette 333 Knollwood Dr. Lewisburg, WV 24901 Or contact her via email: [email protected] SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes Criteria: Current high school seniors and undergraduate college students No GPA or financial need requirement Awards: Thirty (30) $500 scholarships to be awarded for education expenses Application details: Enter online or by mail once every two weeks, up to 15 times during the sweepstakes period Two winners randomly chosen every two weeks from October 30, 2015 to May 13, 2016 Entry: Starting September 14, 2015, at https://suntrusteducation.com/scholarshipsweepstakes/index.html

Kids’ Chance Scholarship Program By Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Criteria:  15-23 years old  Parent or legal guardian was seriously, catastrophically or fatally injured in a documented, work-related accident.  2.5 GPA  Financial need  Demonstrate leadership qualities  Service contributions to school and communities Apply at: www.tgkvf.org/scholar.htm Must supply foundation’s financial form, the first page of the most recent federal income tax return for their family, school transcript and letters of recommendation. Deadline: January 15, 2016

LendEDU Scholarship

Who can apply: High school seniors and college students Amount of the award: $1,000 Information/Application: https://lendedu.com/blog/scholarship-application/

Deadline: April 15th, 2016

West Virginia Pumpkin Festival Scholarship Due: MARCH 31, 2016 Visit: www.wvpumpkinpark.com for the application Amount: $2,000 Eligibility  Any senior planning to PUBLIC West Virginia and needs financial assistance to complete his or her studies  At least a 2.5 GPA  Completed required community service hours AES Laurel Mountain Wind and Energy Storage Facility

Two $1000.00 scholarships will be awarded to Philip Barbour High School 2016 seniors.

Requirements  Acceptance to a four year West Virginia college, university, or trade school.  Career interests in engineering, science or environmental fields.  High School Academic Achievement – Minimum GPA of 3.0  Essay Responses.  Extra-Curricular Honors and Activities

Due Date Monday, April 4, 2016 Applications in Counseling Complex

Buick Achivers Scholarship Eligibility:  High school seniors and current undergraduates  Those who plan to enroll full time at a four-0year college or university in 2016-17  Those who plan to major in a specified course of study focused on engineering, technology or design, with and interest in the automotive industry  Scholarships up to $100,000. Application Deadline: February 29, 2016 (5:00 p.m.) Visit the web-site for more information: www.buickachievers.com

Mission West Virginia Scholarship

 5 - $2,000.00 scholarship for seniors who have experienced a foster care placement for 12 months or had a parent incarcerated for 12 months during their childhood.  Funds can be used for any post-secondary education or training program including two or four year degree programs, vocational training or certificate program.  Completed applications can be mail, faxed or email by  March 15, 2016

 Applications can be found in the Counseling Complex or https://googl/YnSaso or email [email protected] for a Word version.

 Please visit www.missionwv.org or call 866-CALL-MWV

2016 Tucker Community Foundation High School Student Scholarship

Various Scholarships: one application

Scholarship awards are determined by the Tucker Community Foundation Committee.

Due April 1, 2016 Application: University of Charleston Short Story Scholarship Competition [email protected] Write a short story at least 1500 words in length that incorporates and eagle. Include full contact information and what major(s) you are interested in at the University of Charleston. Preference will be given to a student intending to major in English.  1st place wins $2000.  2nd place wins $1000.  3rd place wins $500. Submissions due March 1, 2016

Davis Health System Foundation Scholarship $1,000.00 to graduating seniors in Randolph, Barbour, Tucker, Pocahontas and Upshur counties who will be pursuing a certification or degree in a healthcare field. Criteria for judging the applicant will be based on:  GPA  Extracurricular and/or community activities  Residence in one of the above listed counties  Intent to attain a certificate or degree in healthcare field Application in Counseling Complex Due: March 31 st , 2016

The P.G. & Ruby Rush Hollandsworth Perpetual Scholarship Criteria:  Financial need  Students attending a PRIVATE college in West Virginia  Students must be from Barbour, Doddridge, Harrison, Lewis, Marion & Taylor counties Applications must be postmarked by April 15th See Scholarship drawer in Counseling Complex for applications.

Albert Yanni Scholarship program 2016-2017

Criteria:  Seniors Graduating in 2016  Be within the top 25% or have a minimum 3.0 CUM GPA  No final semester grades below a “C”  Be a CTE completer by the end of the school year  Must be planning to pursue postsecondary education in a career field related to the CTE concentration  Must be registered with or accepted by an accredited institution or technical center in a technical certificate or degree program. Application includes:  Recommendation from an academic teacher, a CTE teacher, and a peer  500 word essay Award of $2,000.00 Due Date March 31, 2016

Seniors: If you plan to pursue educational goals towards employment in the energy industry or are currently employed in the energy industry, we have a scholarship opportunity for you. Come to the counseling office for more information on the West Virginia Desk and Derrick Club Scholarship! It is due NO LATER than April 1, 2016.

Barbour County Community Foundation Scholarships

There are 11 scholarships being offered by the Barbour County Community Foundation. Each one has separate criteria for applicants. Come to the Counseling Complex to review the list of scholarships and corresponding criteria to see which one(s) you may be eligible to receive. List of scholarships available: All Scholarship Applications are due May 1, 2016  Barbour county board of Education Scholarship  Barbour County Chamber of Commerce Scholarship – Two scholarships of $500  Barbour County Community Foundation Scholarship - $500 per semester for two semesters  Bessie Campbell Scholarship - $550 for one semester  Broaddus Hospital Scholarship - $600 per semester for two semesters  Derek Shomo Memorial Scholarship - $250  FTD-Thornhill Florist Scholarship - $300  Lowell Ball Scholarship - $300 for one semester  Wilbert W. and Susan M. Tenney Scholarship - $500 for one semester  Wilda Jean Matlick Schholarship - $650 per semester for two semesters  Wm. Robert and Delores J. McDaniel Scholarship - $1400 per semester for two semesters

All Scholarship Applications are due May 1, 2016

Mountaineer Chapter Scholarship Program

Students who plan to pursue a degree in higher education in the fields of forestry, environmental sciences, wildlife, fisheries, conservation, or agricultural sciences. 2 $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors at the rate of $500 per semester for two semesters. Renewable for up to 4 years with reapplication every year. Due: May 1st, 2016 Application is Counseling Complex Scholarship Drawer

NAEHCY National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth Two - $2,000. Scholarships awarded one-time, with additional financial support available for scholars in subsequent years. Criteria:  Students who have experienced homelessness  Students who demonstrated average or higher than average academic achievement  Up to 1,500word essay on their lives and their desire to attend college Awarded Sunday, October 30, 2016 Application deadline 5:00 p.m., Friday June 17, 2016 Apply online; go to www.naehcy.org/naehcy-scholarship-fund to access application

STUDENTS! There is a lot of money to be earned to help pay for your college education. The American Association of Drilling Engineers is offering $7,000 over 4 years. Come to the Counseling Complex for more information.

The Dylan Jeffries Scholarship Committee will recognize outstanding potential in a variety of aspects and will award $1,000 to each recipient that is chosen. Applications are due April 1, 2016. Please come to the counseling complex for the application. Belington Community Medical Services Association Scholarship

 Senior living in Barbour County for at least four years prior to the date of the award, seeking 2-4 training beyond high school in a medical related field.  Two students will receive $1,000.00 over two years.  Award made directly to the student. Award based on:

a. Overall Grade Point Average.

b. Extracurricular and/or community activities.

c. Be resident of Barbour County

d. Deomonstrate a sincere desire to attain a certificate or degree.

e. Demonstrate Financial need. Deadline: April 1, 2016

The Charles H. Feoppel Education Loan Trust

Guidelines:

High School graduate or equivalent

Attending a college or trade school; in-state, out-of-state, on-line

Financial Need

Contact:

Huntington National Bank

Attn: Trust Department

P.O. Box 633 WE3013

Charleston, WV 25322-0633

Call: 304-348-4582 Or visit online: http://wvloangrantapplications.org Deadline: April 15th

Davis medical Center & Auxiliary Scholarship 2016

Two $1,000. Scholarships awarded to college freshmen entering a two or four year college program. Award sent directly to the college.

Criteria:

 Residence in West Virginia for at least four years prior to the date of the award

 Three letters of recommendation

 High school transcript

 Lists of high school and community activities.

 500 word essay outlining the applicant’s future educational/career goals, why this field of study ids of interest to the applicant, and expressing his/her need and desire to be awarded the scholarship.

 ACT scores  A description of the applicant’s senior project.

 Application checklist

Application Deadline: NOON on March 18, 2016

Please direct any question to DMC Volunteer Services

304-637-3896 Monday – Friday 8am-12pm

Nuts and Bolts Foundation

Fall semester scholarship of up to $3500.

Apply before March 31, 2016

For more information and application go to: nutsandboltsfoundation.org/scholarships

Brought to you by The Foundation of the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, Intl. AbbVie Rheumatology Scholarship

AbbVie has launched the AbbVie Rheumatology Scholarship, which is designed to provide financial support for exceptional students living with rheumatologic diseases, including Rheumatoid Arthritis, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, or Ankylosing Spondylitis, as they pursue their higher education goals. Fifteen AbbVie Rheumatology Scholars will be selected to receive $15,000 for use during the 2016-2017 academic year. For more information visit the Counseling Center.

James “Jim” Bailey Scholarship Criteria:  Enrollment in a one or two year vocation or technical school  2.5 GPA or higher  Good attendance  Financial need  Community service  2 letters of recommendation  Application process (meet deadline, neat and complete application) One Time award of $600. Application available online @ www.wvapt.org Due: April 15, 2016

Junior Lions Club Scholarship

Criteria: Attended Belington Middle or Kasson Schools Intent to pursue post-secondary training at a college or technical institute Extra-Curricular Activies Essay explaining need for scholarship Award: 2 - $1,000. Scholarships Due: April 29, 2016 American Association of University Women – West Virginia Foot in the Door Mini Grant - $100.00

Criteria : 1. First in your family to attend college 2. Female 3. Minority student 4. Have experienced tragedy/issues leading to economic hardships during the academic year 5. 3.0 GPA or better 6. Applying to a associate’s or bachelor’s degree

Application available in the Counseling Complex

Application due: Monday, May 9, 2016