SCHOLARSHIPS: April 24, 2020 Name: Washington State Opportunity Scholarship Career & Technical Scholarship Award: Up to $1,500/quarter Deadline: Multiple Deadlines The Career and Technical Scholarship (CTS) supports Washington students on their path to high-demand trade, STEM and health care occupations. To be eligible, scholars must enroll in an approved program, such as welding, manufacturing or IT, at one of Washington’s 34 community and technical colleges. Scholars are eligible to receive up to $1,500 each quarter for the duration of their associate degree, certificate or apprenticeship program. Scholars that intend to earn their bachelor's degree after the completion of their program are not eligible for CTS and are instead encouraged to review the Baccalaureate Scholarship. These scholarship funds are flexible and can be used to cover tuition, fees and other costs of attendance such as housing, transportation, food and more. Application milestone Fall Quarter Dates Application opens May 2020 Application deadline July 2020 Transcripts/GED July 2020 FAFSA/WASFA July 2020 Selection notification August 2020 Information & Apply online: https://www.waopportunityscholarship.org/students/applicants/cts/ Name: Experience WSU Award: $1,000 Deadline: Until filled- so once you’ve been accepted, register ASAP Contact WSU to see how this scholarship has changed… Experience WSU is a fabulous hands-on experience for admitted students to learn more about WSU and its many opportunities. Take a closer look at our academic programs and check out our unique residential campus life. We can’t wait to meet you and show you around! Here’s a quick preview of what you’ll do at Experience WSU: Explore your area of interest in a personalized workshop led by WSU faculty and staff. Discover the opportunities WSU offers: faculty-mentored research, study abroad, internships, Greek Life, the Honors College, and more. Meet current students like you and hear firsthand what life is like at WSU. Tour campus and see some of your living options in a residence hall open house. Plus, you’ll receive a one-time visitation award of $1,000 if you decide to enroll at WSU-Pullman in the spring, summer or fall of 2020. How cool is that? Please note that registration is on a first-come basis. Space in our facilities is limited, so we may be unable to accommodate everyone who wishes to attend the event. Walk-on students are not eligible. SPRING DATES: February 22, March 7, March 28, April 11 Register and apply online: https://admission.wsu.edu/visits/visit-events/experience-wsu/why-attend-7/ Name: College Bound Scholarship Award: Dependent on need Deadline: ASAP! If you signed up for the College Bound Scholarship back in Middle School, you MUST fill out your FAFSA or WASFA ASAP! See Mrs. Smith in the Career Center if you have questions. By now, many students have completed and submitted their FAFSA or WASFA. Some may have received an email from us stating there were errors in their FAFSA/WASFA. They will need to log into their application and correct any errors as soon as possible to prevent a delay in awarding and to be sure they don’t miss out on any funding. They can contact the WASFA help line at 888-535-0747, opt. 2, the FAFSA help line at 800-433-3243 or the financial aid office at the college with any questions they have. More information available online: https://readysetgrad.wa.gov/college/college-bound-scholarship-program Name: The McGregor Company Scholarship Award: Multiple Awards from $250- $1,000 Deadline: March 27, 2020 extended to April 27, 2020 This scholarship opportunity is designed to provide graduating high school students with a chance to pursue their ag- related educational goals as they begin college. We offer this opportunity to students who reside within a reasonable distance of the customers we serve from McGregor branches in Washington, Idaho, and Oregon. Apply online: https://www.mcgregor.com/resources/scholarships-2/ Name: Columbia Chapter of the Health Physics Society Scholarship Award: $1,000 Deadline: March 31, 2020 The Columbia Chapter of the Health Physics Society is proud to announce a scholarship award of $1,000 to a student in a health physics-related educational path at an accredited institution. Eligible fields of study include, but are not limited to: field radiation protection, nuclear engineering, x-ray/nuclear medicine, or health physics certification. Scholarship Application Includes: Your name and contact information An essay (approx. 1,000 words) on “Health Physics as a Profession” Letter of Recommendation from a math or science teacher/instructor Transcript of grades (not necessarily a certified copy) Name of the educational institute the candidate is attending or plans to attend Additional information and application: www.cchps.org/scholarship Name: Ed Troxel Foundation Scholarship Award: Two $5,000 Awards Deadline: April 10, 2020 Extended to May 4, 2020 One Female, One Male The purpose of the Ed Troxel Endowment Scholarship is to promote the athletic, scholastic, and leadership values of Ed Troxel. Dedication, ambition, love, eagerness, vision, resourcefulness, and the ability to work for the benefits of others are but a few of the characteristics that reflect the nature of Ed Troxel and the recipients of this award. Each applicant will: 1. Be a member of a graduating class from Kennewick, Kamiakin, or Southridge High Schools. 2. Have been involved in high school athletics. 3. Verify academic achievement by submitting a photocopy of transcripts for the last seven semesters. 4. Show involvement in the community and/or school including leadership qualities. 5. Include a personal statement. See application for details. 6. Include a letter of recommendation from a coach. 7. Include a letter of recommendation from a responsible community member who knows you. Application available online: http://www.edtroxel.com/qualifications/ Name: Columbia Basin College Ambassador Program Award: Application opens: April 1, 2020 Deadline: April 30, 2020 Coming April 1st the CBC Ambassador application will be available on the Outreach website. We will accept applications until the end of April and then conduct screening and interviews in May. Please note: This is NOT a scholarship program! (Students receive a tuition waiver in exchange for working for the CBC Outreach office.) The program does not require prior leadership experience. We are looking for students that are service driven and excited about connecting with campus. More information and application: https://www.columbiabasin.edu/index.aspx?page=1319 Name: The Sea Mar Community Health Centers Farm Worker Scholarship Program Award: Multiple $1,000 Awards Deadline: April 15, 2020 Extended to May 15, 2020 Application Opens Feb. 1 The Sea Mar Community Health Centers Farm Worker Scholarship program is awarding $1,000 scholarships to students in Washington who are of migrant or seasonal farm worker backgrounds. The money can be used to cover expenses while you’re enrolled in college such as tuition, food, housing, books, etc! Last year, 200 high school seniors were awarded the scholarship. Application available online: https://www.seamar.org/scholarship-farmworker.html Name: GAMA Edward W. Stimpson Aviation Excellence Award Award: $2,000 Deadline: April 16, 2020 5:00pm GAMA Edward W. Stimpson Aviation Excellence Award Awarded to a graduating U.S. high school senior who has been accepted to and will be enrolled in an aviation degree core program at their chosen college/university. Eligibility Criteria: 1. Be a current student at a U.S. high school, graduating in the spring of 2020; 2. Be accepted to and enrolling in an institution for an aviation-related degree program (e.g., flight training, aviation management, aerospace engineering, aviation maintenance); and 3. Have a 3.0 or better grade point average (on a 4.0 scale). Application available online: https://gama.aero/opportunities-in-ga/scholarships/ Name: WSADA- American Dream Scholarship Program Award: Multiple Awards of $2,500 Deadline: April 16, 2020 The Washington State Auto Dealers Association (WSADA) will award two (2) $2,500 scholarships to students enrolling and four (4) $2,500 scholarships to students currently enrolled in a Washington State automotive technology program (full list of schools available at https://www.wsada.org/automotive-technician-training). In addition, two (2) $2,500 scholarships will also be awarded to Washington State high school seniors who are an employee of a WSADA-member dealership, or an immediate family member of a WSADA-member dealership employee. Application available online at: http://www.wsada.org/community/scholarships Name: Delta Kappa Gamma Society International-Psi Chapter Award: Two $1,000 scholarships Deadline: April 24, 2020 Psi Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, an international honorary society composed of women educators, offers a grant to a graduating high school girl in Kennewick. She should plan to focus on education in college with the intent of becoming a teacher. Applicants will be evaluated on the following: 1. Academic achievement (submit official copy of transcript) 2. Character 3. Leadership 4. TWO letters of recommendations of school teachers and/or administrators 5. Applicant’s statement explaining reasons for choosing education as a career and why she feels deserving of this scholarship (attach to application form) Return application to address on application. Application available online: http://kamiakin.ksd.org/School/Departments/Counseling-Department/Scholarships or in the Career Center Name: Kim Beneschott Creative Arts Scholarship Award: $1,000 Deadline: April 28, 2020 Kim Beneschott, is an amazing watercolor artist. She has faced many hardships throughout her life, but instead of allowing anything to drag her down, she has always channeled her energy into creative pursuits and a powerful career as a school psychologist and educator with the most generous, kind heart you can imagine. She never hesitates to give her time and support to anyone who needs it.