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Important Information

 Take/Re-take the SAT or ACT as soon as possible.

 Create an Activity Sheet and a Brag Sheet from the SPHS School Counseling Web Page and email a copy to your School Counselor.

 Apply Early! Many Colleges have application deadlines of mid October and November 1st for early notification. Some schools require you to complete the application by the early deadline to be eligible for scholarships. NC College Admissions Deadlines - http://goo.gl/qCTNzg Common App Participant Deadlines - http://goo.gl/ZKAtjV  Request recommendations from teachers if necessary, giving them as much notice as possible. Also give them a copy of your Activity Sheet and the Brag Sheet.

 Check each College’s website for admissions and scholarship information.

 Send your transcript electronically through www.cfnc.org to any NC college or university. For colleges out of NC complete a Request for Transcript form in the Counseling Office, return in 2 days to pick it up and mail it.

 Create your Fastweb.com account at www.fastweb.com. This is a free scholarship resource.

 Get prior approval for any college visit on a school day.

 Get prior approval before any College visit

January/February Deadlines

John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest Discipline: General Award: $500 - $5,000 Requirements: Write an original & 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. 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. Deadline: January 5 Visit: http://www.jfklibrary.org/Education/Profile-in- Courage-Essay-Contest.aspx

Ron Brown Scholar Program Discipline: General Requirements: Must be academically talented, highly motivated African American student who is currently a high school senior and plans to pursue a full-time undergraduate degree. Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent U.S. residents. Deadline: January 9 (Postmarked deadline). Contact: Visit www.ronbrown.org

Byrd Memorial Scholarship Deadline January 9 Visit www.ncjcisenate.org

Meredith College Teaching Fellows Program Deadline to apply January 10. Application: http://www.meredith.edu/academics/teaching_fellows/admissions_information/

Gates Millenium Scholars - Bill & Melinda Gates Requirements: Open to African-Americans, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, or Hispanic American. Must be citizen, national or legal permanent resident of the U.S. Must be nominated and have cumulative GPA at least 3.3 unweighted GPA(4.0 scale). Must have demonstrated leadership commitment through community service or extracurricular activities. Must have significant financial need and eligible for a Federal Pell Grant. Deadline: All required forms must be submitted online by January 14 Contact: www.gmsp.org

SAE Engineering Scholarship Program - Society of Automotive Engineers Discipline: Engineering or related Science Award: $1,000-$10,000 for corporate-sponsored scholarships, $400 to full tuition for university sponsored scholarships Requirements: Intention to earn degree in engineering or a related science; U.S. citizen; meet minimum GPA, SAT or ACT scores as outlined in the individual requirements of each scholarship. Deadline: January 15, Contact: http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/hsengineering.htm

NC JCI Senate Kyle Harry Clarke Memorial Scholarship Deadline January 15 Visit:http://www.cfwnc.org/Scholarships/ScholarshipDeadlines.aspx

Belmont Abbey Premier Scholarships Deadline: January 31 Contact: Visit http://belmontabbeycollege.edu/admissions/traditional-students/apply/merit-scholarships/

NC State Chancellor’s Scholarship Requirements: Apply for Admission to NC State by January 30, apply for Financial Aid and apply for Chancellor’s Leadership Scholarship by March 1, 2015. https://harvest.cals.ncsu.edu/cls/

Meredith College Teaching Fellows Program - Deadline is January 10 For more info. www.meredith.edu/academics/teaching_fellows

National Multiple Sclerosis Society Scholarship - applicant must be a high school senior with MS or have a parent with MS. Deadline is January 15. http://www.nationalmssociety.org/Resources- Support/Insurance-and-Financial-Information/Financial-Resources/Scholarship-Program/Scholarship- Program-Information

Ronald McDonald House Scholarship Program Deadline: January 20 Visit http://www.rmhc.org/rmhc- us-scholarships

Roothbert Fund Scholarship Discipline: General Award: $2000-$3000 Requirements: While the Fund does not emphasize any particular form of religious practice or worship, it seeks to provide support to persons motivated by spiritual values. The Fund has awarded grants to persons entering a wide range of careers. However, preference will be given to those who can satisfy high scholastic requirements and are considering careers in education. Deadline: Must request application by January 31. Contact: Visit www.roothbertfund.org/scholarships.php

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Scholarship Discipline: General Award: $500 Requirements: For female graduating seniors who have applied to a 4 year college or university, reside in Gaston County or attend high school in Gaston County, with minimum unweighted GPA of 2.75, and have taken the SAT. Deadline: January 31 Contact: See School Counselor

AXA Achievement Community Scholarship Award: Up to twelve $2,000 college scholarships will be awarded to students by the local AXA Advisors branch in our community. ; $10,000 scholarship to 52 students in each state, Washington, DC and Puerto Rico; $15,000 additional scholarships to 10 nationwide recipients at the next competition level. Requirements: Winners, known as AXA Achievers, must demonstrate: Ambition & drive; Determination to set & reach goals; Respect for self, family, & community; & Ability to succeed in college Deadline: February 1 http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/community- scholarships.html

Jagannathan Scholarship (NCSEAA-North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority) Discipline: Academic & Financial Need Scholarship Award: Up to $3,500 per year Requirements: Excellent scholastic record (financial need; only one student can be nominated by each high school; If you are interested in being nominated please complete the application and your counselor will be notified. Deadline: Application must be completed by February 1 More info: Visit www.cfnc.org/jag

Girl Scouts Sylvia L. Holmes Scholarship Discipline: General Requirements: Female high school senior and resident of Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln, Polk, and Rutherford counties. Young woman does not have to be a Girl Scout to apply, but participation in the Pioneer Council will be looked upon with favor. Attendance at a N.C. college or university will also be looked upon with favor. Deadline: Postmarked by February 1. See School Counselor USDA/1890 National Scholars Program Discipline: Agriculture, Food and Natural resources. Award: Varies Requirements: 3.0 GPA 1000+ on SAT, attend one of seventeen historically Black land-grant universities. Deadline: February 1. https://www.ars.usda.gov/sp2userfiles/subsite/careers/2009usda1890scholarsapp.pdf

Virginia Military Institute Scholarship Discipline: General Award: $5,000 Requirements: 1300+ SAT or 29+ ACT; 3.7 or higher GPA; top 10% of class; application to university by scholarship deadline, resume and two essays. Deadline: received by February 1 Contact: http://www.vmi.edu/Academics.aspx? id=2727&rsm=2725&ekmensel=fb5d653b_14_18_130_2

Dimmette Scholarship Fund (E.R. & Lillian B. Dimmette) Discipline: General Award: $1,000 - $4,000 renewable Requirements: Financial Need, Academic Achievement, and school/community involvement (Preference given to first generation college students); Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed and the Student Aid Report (SAR) must be submitted with application Deadline: February 1 Contact: See School counselor

NC Alpha Delta Kappa Scholarships – Several different scholarships are available. Deadline is Feb. 1. Please see Mrs. Rauch to pick up applications.

North Carolina High School Athletic Association Scholarships – Deadline: February . For more information http://www.nchsaa.org/students-parents/student-athlete-scholarships

Crumley Roberts Founders and Next Step Scholarships Discipline: General Founders Scholarship is for students planning to attend 4 year university; Next Step Scholarship is for students planning to attend two year university. February 1 http://www.crumleyroberts.com/community-involvement/crumley-roberts-scholarships

Albert G. Myers Scholarship Discipline: General Requirements: Must be a resident of Gaston County and attend a public or private high school in Gaston County. Recipients must also be US Citizens. Awards are based on financial need, purpose in life, character, qualities of leadership, participation in student and community activities, & high school scholastic achievement. Deadline: February/March - See school counselor

Gaston College Foundation Scholarships Deadline :February You must have completed your application and sent transcripts before applying for scholarships. See Mrs. Watts about how to do this.

Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship Discipline: General Award:$2500.00 Eligibility: Must have 3.0 or higher GPA and plan to attend an accredited four year university. Deadline: February 1 http://www.crumleyroberts.com/community/founders-scholarship.php

Martin Luther King Scholarship – Deadline February 2. file:///C:/Users/kmwatts/Downloads/Dr._Martin_Luther_King_Jr._Scholarship_2014-2015.pdf

American Meteorological Society Discipline: Science Award: $3,000 renewable for 2 years Requirements: Minority student planning to study atmospheric science. Transcripts, test scores, letter of recommendation required. Deadline: February 6 Contact: Visit online http://www.ametsoc.org/amsstudentinfo/scholfeldocs/index.html

Elon University Watson and Odyssey Scholarship Discipline: General - area specific: Must attend Elon University Award: Varies up to full Requirements: Academics, leadership and involvement in activities Deadline: February 10 Contact: Visit http://www.elon.edu/e-web/admissions/FinancialAid/grants.xhtml or call (800) 334- 8448

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Scholarship – February 11 - See Mrs. Rauch for more information.

Our Future Scholarship Discipline: General Award: $12,500 per year for four years Requirements: Must be the child of an active duty Service Members stationed at one of the following: Fort Meade, Fort Bragg, Fort Polk, Fort Rucker, Fort Riley, Fort Sill, Aberdeen Proving Ground; must be a senior with a 3.0 GPA or higher;attend 4-year institution Deadline: February 12 Visit www.ourfamilyfoundation.org National Co-Op Scholarship Program Discipline: General Award: $6,000 (renewable) Requirements: Students must: Have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale; and complete all the required admissions applications material and be accepted for admission at one of the National Commission Partner Institutions, which are: Drexel University, Johnson & Wales University, Kettering University, Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, & Wentworth Institute of Technology. Deadline: February 15 Contact: Visit www.co-op.edu

Create-A-Greeting Card Scholarship Contest Discipline: General Award: $10,000 Requirements: Must be 14 years or older. .Deadline: Feb. 18 Visit http://www.gallerycollection.com/greetingcardscontests.htm

Scholarships for Military Children Discipline: General Award: min. $1,500 Requirements: Available to the unmarried children (under age 23) of active duty, Reserve/Guard, retired and deceased military personnel. You must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students attending a community or junior college must be enrolled in a program of studies designed to allow the student to transfer directly into a four-year program. Additional Information: Applicants must ensure that they, as well as their sponsor, are currently enrolled in the DEERS database and have a current ID card. Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information. Deadline: Received at a commissary by close of business day, February 28. Please note that this is not a postmark deadline date. There will be no exceptions made to this deadline date. Contact: http://www.militaryscholar.org/

Clyde and Dezaree Brackett Family Scholarship Discipline: Seeking college or technical education Requirements: Must be a resident of a Gaston County for at least one year & graduating from a Gaston County High School OR be a graduate who is a resident of Baptist Children's Home of NC or Boys & Girls Homes of NC; financial need, character, academic achievement Deadline: February 28. See School Counselor for application.

One Stop Italian America (OSIA) Discipline: General Award: $5,000 to $25,000 Requirements: US citizens of Italian descent Deadline: February 28, http://www.osia.org/students/scholarships.php

Raven Distinguished FAC Memorial Scholarship Discipline: General Award: $1,000 Requirements: Must be a senior or graduate who is a direct descendants (son, daughter, grandson/daughter, etc) of any Lao or Hmong individual who served in the Royal Laotian Military or Hmong forces in defense of the Kingdom of Laos between 1960 and 1975 Deadline: Postmarked no later than February 28 Contact: Visit www.ravens.org/scholar/scholarship.htm or see School Counselor.

Alfred W. Bohanan Scholarship Program Discipline: Students pursuing careers with Trade Degrees (machining, air conditioning, auto mechanic, construction, electrical, plumbing…) that plan to attend Gaston College, Cleveland Community College, York Technical College or CPCC. Deadline: February 28 Contact: See School Counselor

American Institute of Chemical Engineers Academic Awards: Deadline February 28. Requirements: Must have a 3.0 GPA, be well-rounded and plan to major in engineering. See school counselor for application. Other Scholarship Resources NEW! http://www.tuitionfundingsources.com/ NerdScholar http://www.nerdwallet.com/nerdscholar/scholarships/ Big Future Scholarship Search - https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search !My College Dollars - https://mycollegedollars.hyfnrsx1. com/ www.fastweb.com. This is a FREE Scholarship search for you. www.schoolsoup.com www.studentaid.ed.gov/link2us SunTrust Off to College Sweepstakes – For more information go to offtocollege.com https://www.suntrusteducation.com/ScholarshipSweepstakes/index.html Wells Fargo College Steps Sweepstakes – For more information go to wellsfargo.com/collegesteps http://ebm.collegesteps.wellsfargoemail.com/r/regf2?a=0&aid=2092274041&n=1 SEAA student portal - https://www.cfnc.org/TransferFromSeaaStudentToCFNC.do www.christianconnector.com – Christian college information Resources for Hispanic Students CFNC.org/adelante http://hsf.net/en/scholarships/ http://thencshp.org/resources/for-students/