Please announce and post! Scholarship Bulletin October 2009 No. 2
LAKEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL, LAKEWOOD, OHIO GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT
INDIVIDUAL COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
BAKER COLLEGE, Flint, MI BAKER SCHOLARSHIPS
Amount: Varies on the Scholarship. Scholarships are applied toward tuition.
Eligibility: All seniors are eligible to apply. You must complete and application.
How to apply: Visit the website: www.baker.edu
Deadline: May 1, 2010.
BOSTON UNIVERSITY, Boston, Massachusetts TRUSTEES SCHOLARS + OTHER MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
Amount: Numerous full tuition and mandatory fees. Scholarships are renewable.
Eligibility: Nomination by guidance counselor. Student must have outstanding academic ability and the potential to inspire fellow students to excel.
How to apply: Nomination by guidance counselor. Materials are available on-line only. Required documents include an application for admission a supplementary essay, and the nomination form. The on-line address is: www.bu.edu/admissions/trustee
Deadline: December 1, 2009.
CALVIN COLLEGE Academic Scholarships
Amount: Range from $1,000- 10,000 a year.
Eligibility: Minimum of 3.0 GPA and 22 or 1030 on SAT.
How to apply: www.calvin.edu/finaid
Deadline: Must be admitted to Calvin by Feb. 1 2010. Other Diversity and Departmental awards available as well.
CHOOSE OHIO FIRST STEMM Awards
Amount: Contact each college for their program amounts.
Eligibility: Must be planning on majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math.
How to apply: For list of the colleges in the program and their links go to this site www.uso.edu/opportunities/partnership/chooseohio1st/programs/index Deadline: Each college has their own deadlines. **This is not a scholarship CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY, Cleveland, OH FRESHMAN-ENTRY PATHWAY TO NURSING Cleveland State University’s School of Nursing Program
The Freshman Entry Pathway is a program that alters the admission practices of the School of Nursing to permit selective, highly qualified group of first time freshman to CSU to be admitted as freshman level students into the nursing major. Freshman must apply to Cleveland State University School of Nursing Application. A minimum of 3.0 GPA with grades B or better in biology and chemistry is required. 13 core units of college preparatory classes, including biology with lab, chemistry with lab. A student needs a scores of 20 or above on ACT; 950 above on SAT.
How to apply: Go online to www.csuohio.edu/cehs/department/nursing/docs . Deadline: November 15, 2009.
DENISON UNIVERISITY Paschal Carter Scholarship
Amount: Full tuition for all 4 years and a Stipend of $2,000 a year and a $3,000 fellowship for one of the four years.
Eligibility: National Merit Finalist and applied and accepted at Denison.
How to apply: www.commonapp.org. There is no fee for on line applications. Our current publications for viewing and downloading can be found at: www.denison.edu/admissions/admpubs.html.
Deadline: January 15, 2010
ITHACA COLLEGE Ithaca, NY. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. SCHOLAR
Amount: Minimum merit-based scholarship of $18,000 but up to full tuition.
Eligibility: Need to meet admission requirements for Ithaca and have Leadership and services experience.
How to apply: Complete the College Application by Jan. 2 and also complete the Scholars application form by Jan. 15 with the two required essays and the recommendation form by someone who knows your leadership and service experience: www.ithaca.edu/mlk.
Deadline: Application by Jan. 2 and Scholars forms by Jan. 15.
LORAIN COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE Computer and Engineering Scholarship
Amount: Full tuition
Eligibility: 3.21 and 24 ACT or 3.00 and 25 ACT, 4 years of H.S. math including Trig. Planning on going on going on to Univ. of Toledo to finish your degree and able to get into Calculus at LCCC.
How to Apply: Available in Room 133A.
Deadline: January 31, 2009 MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY, Bozeman, MT Non-resident Scholarship
Amount: Full tuition waivers and generous stipends.
Eligibility: A cumulative GPA of 3.75 and a composite score of 30 on the ACT or 2000 on the SAT.
How to apply: You can apply at www.montana.edu/admissions/scholarships.shtml
Deadline: January 15, 2010.
NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
Amount: A total of 170 merit scholarships of $6,000.
Eligibility: The 8 NCCE Partner Colleges are Drexel, Johnson and Wales, Kettering, Pace, RIT, University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo and Wentworth Institute of Technology.
How to Apply: For information on Scholarship and to apply got to www.co-op.edu.
Deadline: Submit the application and essay by Feb.15, 2010.
PITTSBURGH TECHNICAL INSTITUTE, Oakdale, PA VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Amount: Must maintain a 3.0 GPA to earn a $6000 partial tuition scholarship renewal for a second PTI year in the associate degree program.
How to apply: Must apply to Pittsburgh Technical Institute
Deadline: January – March 2010 Depending on the Dept.
SKIDMORE COLLEGE, Saratoga Springs, NY Ohio Student Scholarships
Amount: Four scholarships available. Two Math and Science, One music and one need based scholarship for Ohio students at about $10,000 each.
How to apply: Go to their website at www.skidmore.edu
Deadline: Jan. 15 for regular decision.
WAYNESBURG UNIVERSITY, Waynesburg, PA Full Tuition and Room and Board
Amount: Full tuition and room and board for all four years you are in college.
Eligibility: Have a GPA of at least a 3.0, live in Ohio and want to major in science or math.
How to Apply: e-mail or call [email protected] or 1-800-225-7393.
Deadline: By December. INTERNET SCHOLARSHIPS www.callmemister.clemson.edu A site for Future African American Male teachers. www.college.gov : Resource website for college and scholarship search. www.cia.gov/careers/student-opportunities/index
CIA Undergraduate Scholarship Program
Purpose: Encourage students to pursue careers with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).
Eligibility: Applicants must:
Be high school senior or college sophomores. High school students must have an SAT score of 1,000 or higher or an ACT score of 21 or higher, while all applicants must have a GPA of at least 3.0. Demonstrate financial need. Commit to a work experience each summer during college and agree to CIA employment for 1.5 times the length of their CIA-sponsored scholarship. Additional requirements apply.
Amount: Annual salary including benefits and up to $18,000 per calendar year for tuition, mandatory fees, books, and supplies. Number of Awards: Varies. Scholarship may be renewable. How to Apply: Online application process
Deadline: October 15. www.DiscoverColleges.com Free private college information service as well as a scholarship research website. Enter to win a $2,500 scholarship drawing.
www.gwcf.org Washington Crossing Foundation offers National Scholarships from $1000 to $7500 for History, political government or military buffs. www.principals.org/PLA Must be nominated and top winner receives a $12,000 scholarship. Deadline is December 4, 2009. www.studentedge.com Enter to win one of twelve scholarships from 09/01-11/23 of $1000. http://stopthehate.maltzmusuem.org Essay writing contest for $25,000 is done by the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage. www.vba.va.gov This is a great site to find applications or information on Veterans and family benefits and assistance. www.ohtheplaces.org Online scholarship by Dr. Seuss www.axa-achievement.com application online and deadline 12/15/2009 www.buildurdestiny.com Hispanic Scholarship Fund and Pepsi Scholarship 3/2/10
INDUSTRY RELATED SCHOLARSHIPS
BIG 33 ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP AWARD PROGRAM www.big33.org
Big 33 scholarships provide financial assistance to high school seniors who exhibit excellence in a well- rounded educational and extracurricular program. Eligibility requirements include: Current seniors who are enrolled in a public school in Ohio who has attained a 2.0 GPA during grades ten and eleven, plan to continue his/her higher education beyond high school at an accredited institution.
November 3, 2009 through February 6, 2010 scholarship applications for the 2009/2010 school year will be processed through the website: www.big33.org
BIG SUN ORGANIZATION BIG SUN SCHOLARSHIP
Amount: $500.00
Eligibility: All student athletes are eligible regardless of the sport they are engaged in.
How to apply: Send a short essay that answers the question: How has your participation in sports Affected the person you are becoming? All essays submissions should be sent to: [email protected]
Deadline: June 24, 2010.
TUITION FUNDING SOURCES.COM Pepsi –Cola Company has donated the 2008-09 version of the Tuition Funding Sources Program to our school. Students have free access to the website. TFS website contains the world’s largest scholarship database. New scholarships are added daily. The website contains detailed college and career information including athletic scholarships, personality tests and career aptitude tests. It also contains information about college degree programs that can be earned entirely online as well as online courses for students seeking a career or trade that doesn’t require a college degree. This website does not collect or sell any student’s private information
Visit website www.TuitionFundingSources.com - select the state where you live and attend school, Enter your email address and create a password. Students wanting to use the automatic letter writing feature in the website will also need to enter their name and address. This information is secure and will not be shared with anyone. LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS
KIWANIS CLUB OF WESTSHORE CHARLES WINNING SCHOLARSHIP Lakewood, Ohio
Amount: $1,000 in scholarships to be awarded at the beginning of the freshman year in college.
Eligibility: Unmarried male graduating from a high school in Lakewood, Ohio with no legal obligations from a previous marriage; age 17 prior to July 1 of his graduating year, and not over 21.This Student must have a major educational interest in humanities, study of government, foreign languages, civil affairs, public relations, or closely related fields and have a sincere interest to pursue his college curriculum with a major in one or more such fields; intend to enter a four-year college or university to obtain a Bachelor of Arts or Science degree. Scholarship applicants will be judged on: leadership potential; community service, and scholastic ability.
How to apply: Complete the application form, available in Room 133A, and return it to the Guidance Center by the date specified. Have a parent or legal guardian sign the application.
Deadline: March 8, 2010.
OAPSE/AFSCME SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION PROGRAMS: Memorial Sch. OHIO ASSOCIATION OF PUBLIC SCHOOLS EMPLOYEES
Amount: Four scholarships of $1,500 each are awarded.
Eligibility: A graduating high school senior. Parent must be a member of the OAPSE/AFSCME.
How to Apply: Maybe downloaded from the November Union Website at: www.oapse.org
Deadline: March 1, 2010.
Union Plus Sch. Amount: Awards range from $500 - $4,000 one time cash award.
Eligibility: Current and retired members of our union, their spouses, and their dependent children are eligible. Open to students attending or planning to attend an accredited college or university, a community college or a recognized technical or trade school. Graduate students can also apply.
How to apply: Members can download the Scholarship application at www.afscme.org/members/882.cfm
Deadline: Must be postmarked by January 31, 2010. Family Scholarship
Amount: Ten (10) scholarships of $2,000 each will be awarded.
Eligibility: Can be renewed for up to four years if remains a full-time student. The graduating senior must be son, daughter or dependent grandchild of a retired or active AFSCME member to be eligible to apply. How to apply: download application from www.afscme.org/members/880.cfm.
Deadline: Must be postmarked by December 31, 2009. JUNIOR LEAGUE OF CLEVELAND SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Scholarship requires the following potential candidate: Applicant must be a woman at least 17 years old. Applicant is a non-traditional student. Member of the JLC and their families are not eligible Applicant must use funds to attend an established accredited program. Applicants may request scholarships up to $5,000
How to apply: Scholarship applications are available on-line: www.jlcleveland.org. One letter of recommendation must be sent. Staples cannot be used on the application – only paperclips. Also Do not double-side copies.
Deadline: March 2, 2010.
MILITARY SCHOLARSHIPS
AIR FORCE- R.O.T.C.
Amount: Full tuition (4 years), books and fees, and a living allowance.
Eligibility: U. S. citizen, graduating senior; age 17-24, top 40% of class; 24/ACT or 1000/SAT. How to apply: Take ACT or SAT no later than December. Complete ROTC application. Apply to a college that has an Air Force R.O.T.C. program. Go to the Air Force ROTC website to apply for scholarships: www.afrotc.com
Deadline: December 1, 2009.
ARMY- R.O.T.C.
Amount: Tuition/mandatory educational fees
Eligibility: U.S. citizen; age 17-21. Selection of winners based on ACT or SAT scores, class rank, extracurricular activities, leadership, athletic activities and personal interviews. How to apply: Apply to a college with Army R.O.T.C. Visit the Army ROTC website to apply for scholarships. Or visit your Army Recruiting Office.
Deadline: December 1, 2009.
NAVY RESERVE TRAINING CORPS- N.R.O.T.C.
Amount: 2000 scholarships are awarded. Full tuition (4 years), books, fees, plus a living allowance. Eligibility: U.S. citizen: age 17-21. Exceptional academic standing, leadership potential and extracurricular activities are needed by each candidate.
How to apply: Visit the website www.nrotc.navy.mil Deadline: End of April 2009 – January 30, 2010.
U. S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colorado Springs, Colorado
Amount: Full tuition, room and board, plus monthly allowance of $500.00 ($600.00 during fourth class year).
Eligibility: U. S. citizen, preferably top 20% of class; high scores on SAT or ACT; the record of extracurricular activities and leadership potential of the applicant.
How to apply: Obtain a nomination from either Ohio senator or from your representative to Congress. Take SAT or ACT no later than November. Request an application from the USAF Academy admissions office. Visit the US Air Force Academy website.
Deadline: Apply for nomination immediately.
U. S. COAST GUARD ACADEMY, New London, Connecticut
Amount: Free tuition, room and board, plus pay equal to 1/2 base pay of an ensign.
Eligibility: Seniors with high class rank, superior college test scores and leadership potential as demonstrated by extracurricular activities, community affairs, or part- time employment.
How to apply: Take SAT or ACT no later than December. Write or call: Ninth Coast Guard District 1240 East Ninth Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44199 Telephone: 522-3950.
Deadline: December 15, 2009.
U. S. MERCHANT MARINE ACADEMY, Kings Point, New York
Amount: Full tuition, room and board, books and transportation, plus about $500.00 per month when assigned aboard ship.
Eligibility: U.S. citizen; must meet physical, security, and character requirements for appointment as midshipman in Naval Reserve. Competitive standing based on SAT score, high school record, extracurricular participation and leadership potential.
How to apply: Obtain a nomination from either Ohio senator or from your representative to Congress. Take SAT by January or ACT by February.
Deadline: Apply for nomination immediately.
U. S. MILITARY ACADEMY, West Point, New York
Amount: Free tuition, room and board, plus pay of more than $6,500.00 per year.
Eligibility: Excellent high school record; strong SAT or ACT scores; U.S. citizen; good health.
How to apply: Obtain a nomination from either Ohio senator or your Congressional representative. Take SAT by January or ACT by February. Deadline: Apply for nomination immediately. U. S. NAVAL ACADEMY, Annapolis, Maryland
Amount: Full tuition, room and board, medical and dental care, monthly salary.
Eligibility: U. S. citizen; preferably top 20% of class; ACT plus writing scores, extracurricular activities, evidence of good character, and leadership potential.
How to apply: Obtain a nomination from either Ohio senator or from your representative to Congress. Take SAT by January or ACT by February. Visit the US Naval Academy website to apply.
Deadline: Rolling admission. Most candidates will be notified of their final
VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE, Lexington, Virginia
Amount: Awards from $5,000 per academic year up to and including full cost of tuition and fees.
Eligibility: Combined SAT 1300 or ACT 29. High School GPA 3.7 High school class rank: top 10%
How to apply: Application for admission to Virginia Military Institute. Plus Scholarship application form. A resume and two short essays are also needed for the process. Application for scholarship is available in the Guidance Dept. or online at: www.vmi.edu/institutescholars. Deadline; February 1, 2010. Award notification: March 15, 2010.
MISCELLANEOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
CAVS AND MAJESTIC STEEL Magnet Scholarship
Amount: six $2,000 scholarships
Eligibility: Be pursuing a career in Manufacturing at LCCC, Lakeland, or Tri-C.
How to apply: Applications available in Room 133A.
Deadline: March 5, 2010.
COMMON KNOWLEDGE SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION FBI Scholarship
Amount: Awards are $500.
Eligibility: Must have a school in your system that participates in FBI-SOS which Harding does.
How to apply: You are tested on what you know. Go to www.cksf.org to participate in the competition. Sample quiz questions are at www.scholarshipnotes.com
Deadline: You can do the Quiz between April 5- 11. Horatio Alger Association Scholarship Program
Purpose: To assist students who are committed to pursuing a bachelor's degree and have demonstrated integrity, financial need, academic achievement, and community involvement. This program offers scholarships around the country, based on states.
Eligibility: Applicants must:
Enter college the fall following their high school graduation Be in need of financial aid ($50,000 or less adjusted gross income per family is preferred) Be involved in extracurricular and community activities There are additional requirements.
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies.
Deadline: October 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Horatio Alger Association 99 Canal Center Plaza, Suite 320 Alexandria, VA 22314 703-684-9444, fax: 703-684-9445
JOHN H. MCCONNELL SCHOLARSHIP FUND The Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation has partnered with Blue Jackets players to establish this fund. Mr. Mac was an honorable man who believed in the golden rule, “Treat others as you want to be treated.” Mr. McConnell was an enormously successful businessman. He had a true passion for supporting the development of youth in the community. This scholarship is based on hard work, perseverance, leadership and community involvement.
Amount: One scholarship of $10,000 each. This scholarship is for all Ohio Schools.
Eligibility: Planning to attend a two or four year college or university upon graduation. Have a commitment to serve their family, school, and community. Possess leadership qualities and a strong work ethic. Leads by example Have a passion for improving others lives through their own means, abilities, and life. Be willing to participate in an in-person interview should he/she become one of three finalist. How to apply: Applications available at www.BlueJacketsFoundation.org. Must mail forms to the office in Columbus.
Deadline: Noon, Monday, March 1, 2010. ELKS NATIONAL FOUNDATION Scholarship
Amount: $1,000-$15,000
Eligibility: Well rounded student, leadership and financial need.
How to apply: Download the application from www.elks.org and submit to your local Lakewood Elks lodge #1350
Deadline: November 2, 2009
NURSE EDUCATION ASSISTANCE LOAN PROGRAM (NEALP)
Amount: $3,000 per year
Eligibility: Ohio Resident, US citizen or Permanent Resident, enrolled in approved Nursing Program, not in default of federal aid and in good academic standing at your school.
How to apply: www.regents.gov
Deadline: May apply between January 1 and July 15 2010.