Performing Arts College Fair October 10, 2008

Scholarship Opportunities

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Army ROTC Scholarship information Army ROTC (Reserve Officers' Training Corps) is a leadership course that is part of your college curriculum. During classes and field training, you will learn first-hand what it takes to lead others, motivate groups and how to conduct missions as an Officer in the Army. Upon graduation from Army ROTC, you will earn the bar of a Second Lieutenant. Scholarships are awarded based on a student's merit and grades, not financial need.

AXA Achievement Scholarship The AXA Achievement Scholarship in association with U.S. News & World Report provides $670,000 in annual scholarships to young people throughout the nation.

Big 33 Scholarships Big 33 Scholarships provide financial assistance to high school seniors in Ohio and Pennsylvania who exhibit excellence in a well rounded educational and extracurricular program.

Burger King Scholars Program Burger King Scholars awards $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors who meet the criteria outlined on their website.

Cargill Community Scholarship Three hundred and fifty (350) $1,000 scholarships will be awarded based on academic achievement and leadership in extracurricular and civic activities. Program guidelines and applications can be found online beginning December 1st. Contact the FFA-Cargill Scholarship hotline at 888.476.9332 or send an email to [email protected]. Application deadline is February 17, 2009.

Cavaliers/First Merit Scholarship The Cleveland Cavaliers and First Merit Bank will award ten $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors. Contact Holly Yanak, at 216.420.2290 or [email protected] or more information.

Cavaliers/Majestic Steel USA Scholarship This scholarship is intended for students who plan to pursue a career in manufacturing at Cuyahoga County Community College, Lakeland Community College or Lorain County Community College. Material must be submitted by March 2, 2009. Contact Holly Yanak, at 216.420.2290 or [email protected] or more information. Cleveland Touchdown Charities Memorial Scholarship This scholarship is for a high school senior who shows need and merit. In addition, the applicant must have participated in his or her high school athletic team programs in a non- athletic manner (manager, statistician, cheerleader, sports writer, team booster, etc.). Please visit the website or contact Joseph Fornal (216.228.8485, 440.835.1187, [email protected]) for more information.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Scholarship The mission of the MLK Holiday Scholarship Committee is to encourage and to facilitate the celebration of the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., to pass on his legacy to the next generation, and to highlight the creative genius of America’s young sons and young daughters from Greater Cleveland and Northeast Ohio.

ESA Foundation Scholarship There are multiple scholarship opportunities through this foundation. Please visit the website or contact Mary Lykins at [email protected] for more information.

Guardian Life Insurance’s Girls Going Places Award Cash prizes are awarded to community-minded girls ages 12-18 who demonstrate budding entrepreneurship. Visit the website for more information.

James Kura Memorial Scholarship This scholarship is sponsored by The Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Students must have a 2.5 GPA. Contact Mr. Artino for an application. Applications are due by January 12, 2009.

KFC’s Colonel’s Scholars Program The online application will be available December 1, 2008 through February 10, 2009. Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.75 or higher. Visit the website for more information.

Making It Count Scholarship One $5,000 national and five regional $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to seniors who demonstrate the “Winning Characteristics”. Visit the website for more information.

Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage – Stop The Hate Scholarship Up to a $100,000 will be awarded as the grand prize for this scholarship. Other prizes are available as well for student in grades 6-12. Visit the website or call 216.593.0575 for more information. The deadline for this scholarship was extended until January 2nd.

McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship Each scholar will be awarded up to $10,000 per year to attend any four-year college within the United States. Applicants will be required to meet scholarship criteria (listed on website).Applications due by January 25, 2009. Visit the website for more information. Ohio Association of Career Colleges and Schools Legislative Scholarship Please visit the Ohio Association of Career Colleges and Schools website for more information. Deadline for submission is April 1, 2009.

Ohio JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship This scholarship has two separate categories. One is need based and the other is academic based. Deadline for application submissions is January 7, 2009. Please contact Pat Robinson at [email protected] or 740.622.2763 for more information.

Ohio Oil and Gas Energy Education Foundation Scholarship This scholarship requires students to have a career goal in crude oil and natural gas, or a related energy field. Students must also be planning on attending an Ohio College/University or Vocational School. Please visit the website or contact Aara Chapman at 740.587.0410 or [email protected] for more information.

Ohio Township Association Scholarship The Ohio Township Association is offering six $1,500 scholarships to students who reside in an Ohio Township.

Ohio State University Alumni Club of Greater Cleveland Applicants should rank in the upper one-forth of their graduating class, preferably in the upper one-tenth. Additionally, student should have a record of performance in extra-curricular activities both in the school and the community. Applications must be received by January 15, 2009. Please see Mr. Artino or contact Debra Light, Scholarship Chairperson, at 216.295.9063 or Leslie Smith, Alumni Scholarship Program Coordinator, at 614.292.2371 for more information.

Ohio University Women’s Club of Greater Cleveland Scholarship The Ohio University Women’s Club of Greater Cleveland will be awarding a scholarship to a high school senior woman who will be attending Ohio University in the fall of 2009. Interested applicants should have an unweighted cumulative GPA of 3.5 and a 25 on the ACT or 1140 on the SAT. Applications can be found on the website. Please contact Kelly Baylog at 216.513.0482 or [email protected] for more information.

Phi Delta Kappa Scholarship Phi Delta Kappa is an international educational scholarship that promotes leadership, research, and service. The North Coast Chapter invites current seniors who are interested in the field of education to apply for their prospective educator scholarships. Students should see Mr. Artino or contact Margaret Betz at 440.884.5919 or [email protected] for application materials. Completed applications must be submitted prior to February 1, 2009 and must also include a 500-word essay, two letters of reference, and a high school transcript. Society of Plastics Engineers-Cleveland Sections (SPE-C) Scholarship SPE-C has an essay contest and scholarship opportunity available for students who have an interest in a career in plastics/polymer. Visit the website or contact Cheng Xiong ([email protected]) for more information.

TACCLD Scholarship for LD or ADD/ADHD Students The Transition and Communication Consortium on Learning and Disabilities (TACCLD) will be awarding five LD scholarships (one of the LD scholarships will be designated as the Hal Hazelett Award for an LD student who is pursuing an education degree and/or a math degree). One ADD/ADHD scholarship will also be awarded. The $1,000 scholarship may be used for payment of tuition, books, or supplies. A minimum of a 2.5 GPA is required. Please contact Charla McAbier at (419) 499-4663 ext. 357 for more information.

TACCLD Scholarship for Psychiatric Disability The Helen and O.C. Kinney Scholarship will be open to any high school senior that has a documented psychiatric disability. Disabilities qualifying under this category would include depression, bi-polar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Conditions that would not qualify for this scholarship would be Attention Deficit Disorder, learning disabilities, and diagnoses such as gender disorders, compulsive gambling, kleptomania, and pyromania. The applicant must have applied to a trade school, two or four year college or any other post-secondary setting that provides formal training and education. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required. Please contact Michael Kinney at (614) 781-8717 for more information.

TACCLD Scholarship for African American Male with Any Disability The Transition and Communication Consortium on Learning and Disabilities (TACCLD) will be awarding one $500 scholarship for an African-American male student with any documented disability. The applicant should be a high school senior who plans to attend a post-secondary institution in the fall of 2009. The applicant must have applied to a two or four-year college, trade school, or any other postsecondary setting that provides formal education and training. The scholarship may be used for payment of tuition, books, or supplies. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required. Please contact Michael Kinney at (614) 781-8717 for more information.

The Cleveland Browns Marion Motley Scholarship The Cleveland Scholarship Programs (CSP) and Cleveland Browns Foundation have partnered to provide two (2), $2,500, four-year scholarships. Eligible seniors must have earned a 2.5 cumulative grade point average, scored a minimum of 17 of the ACT or an 820 on the math and verbal portions of the SAT, and meet specific income guidelines. The ACT or SAT must have been taken by the end of June 2008. Visit the CSP website or contact CSP at 216.241.5587 for more information. The James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation Through a national competition, the Foundation offers James Madison Fellowships to a select group of individuals desiring to become outstanding teachers of the American Constitution.

The Principal’s Leadership Award $125,000 in scholarships will be awarded to honor outstanding student leaders across the country.

Toyota Community Scholarship One-hundred $10,000 and $20,000 scholarships will be awarded to students for outstanding achievement, leadership and community service.

U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program Thirty $1,000 scholarships awarded in a random drawing. No essays or minimum GPA are required. Apply online and visit the website for more information.

Winners Club Scholarship This scholarship was established by the Winners Club for students who are pursuing a degree in the field of education. It is based on financial need, academic merit as well as extracurricular activities. Minimum GPA requirements are a 3.5.