SCHOLARSHIPS: February 6, 2020 (Highlighted Scholarships are NEW to the list) 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 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: Washington State Opportunity Scholarship Award: Up to $22,500 (over 5 years of Deadline: February 6, 2020 college) The WSOS supports low-and middle-income students pursuing eligible, high-demand majors in science, technology, engineering, math (STEM) or health care. Annual awards range from $2,500-$7,500 per year, renewable up to 5 years based on credits completed and continued eligibility. Must be enrolling in an eligible Washington state college or university fall term 2020. Must have a 2.75 GPA # in Household Maximum income Family of 1 $59,500.00 Family of 2 $78,000.00 Family of 3 $96,500.00 Family of 4 $114,500.00 Two Required Essay questions Information & Apply online: https://www.waopportunityscholarship.org/ Name: WSECU (Washington State Employees Credit Union) Scholarship Program Award: Multiple Awards $2,500 or $1,500 Deadline: February 10, 2020 All applicants must be WSECU members in good standing when their applications are reviewed and the scholarship awarded. They must also: Be a high school senior or graduate, or a current postsecondary undergraduate or graduate student. Be enrolled full-time for the fall 2020 Demonstrate financial need. Please note: WSECU employees are eligible. Apply online: https://wsecu.org/scholarships Name: Senior Night @ CBC Award: Three $1,000 scholarships Deadline: February 11, 2020 Attention All Seniors! This is your opportunity to learn about all things CBC. Faculty from all academic programs will be on hand to answer questions and students can learn about activities, resources and how to get involved and make the most of their college experience. No registration required. Three $1,000 scholarships will be drawn from all seniors that attend at the end of the event. Apply online: http://www.jackierobinson.org/our-programs/scholarship-program Name: Daughter of the American Revolution Scholarships Award: Multiple Awards from $500 - $5,000 Deadline: February 15, 2020 Each year the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) awards multiple scholarships to students showing dedication to the pursuit of higher education. Specific Scholarship Links: General Scholarship Information General Scholarship Daughters and Sons of DAR Members Scholarship History, Economics, Government & Political Science Scholarships Medical, Nursing and Occupational/Physical Therapy Scholarships Elementary and Secondary Teacher Education Scholarships Specific Scholarships American Indian Scholarships See ALL scholarships available and apply online: https://www.dar.org/national-society/scholarships/general-info Name: Hispanic Scholarship Fund Award: Multiple Awards from $500 - $5,000 Deadline: February 15, 2020 The HSF Scholarship is designed to assist students of Hispanic heritage obtain a college degree. Scholarships are available, on a competitive basis, to: High school seniors Awards are based on merit; amounts range from $500 to $5,000, based on relative need, among the Scholars selected. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Must be of Hispanic Heritage Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for High School Students Minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for College and Graduate Students Plan to enroll Full-Time in an accredited, not-for-profit, 4-year university, or graduate school, during the FALL of a scholarship cycle (year) U.S. Citizen, Permanent Legal Resident, DACA or Eligible Non-Citizen (as defined by FAFSA) Complete FAFSA or state based financial aid application (if applicable) Apply online: https://www.hsf.net/scholarship Name: SCAD Design Challenge Award: Up to $4,00 towards SCAD Tuition Deadline: February 17, 2020 The SCAD Challenge competition gives students the opportunity to submit works of art to a panel of accomplished SCAD faculty. Entries must demonstrate creativity, innovation and a strong understanding of aesthetics. Challenges are open to current juniors and seniors in high school as of the 2019-20 academic year. A panel of SCAD faculty will review and evaluate entries, and three winners will be selected from each category. SCAD Challenge categories: • 2-D design • 3-D design and modeling • Animation and game design • Fashion • Film • Graphic design • Performing arts • Photography • Writing Apply online: https://www.scad.edu/admission/financial-aid-and-scholarships/scholarships/scad-challenge Name: Columbia Basin College Foundation Scholarship Award: Multiple awards available Deadline: February 21, 2020 Any currently enrolled or potential student is eligible to apply. Most scholarships are for full-time students (12 or more credits) maintaining a minimum grade point average of 2.5, but a few may be awarded to part-time students. Be sure to complete the CBC admissions application obtainable in the CBC Admissions/Registration office. Scholarship Workshop Students can attend this workshop to get help with their essay or application materials for ANY scholarship they are working on. Writing tutors will be on hand to help review for students. Snacks will be provided. Application available online: http://www.columbiabasin.edu/index.aspx?page=636 Name: SPJ/JEA High School Essay Contest Award: $1,000, $500, $300 Deadline: February 22, 2020 Nominations accepted beginning Nov. 2, 2020 The Sigma Delta Chi Foundation of the Society of Professional Journalists and the Journalism Education Association want to increase high school students’ knowledge and understanding of the importance of independent media to our lives. National winners of this essay contest receive scholarship awards. All students enrolled in grades 9-12 in U.S. public, private and home schools within the United States. Students must submit original work. Application available online: http://jea.org/home/awards-honors/high-school-essay-contest/ Name: Washington Masonic Charities Scholarships Award: $3,000, one boy/one girl Deadline: February 24, 2020 Washington Masonic Charities is proud to offer scholarships for deserving youth throughout the state of Washington. Masons believe strongly in investing in the education of young people - tens of thousands of dollars a year in scholarships are provided to youth by Masonic Lodges across the state. Washington Masonic Charities partners with the Grand Lodge of Washington to provide scholarships. More information available online: https://wa-masoniccharities.org/webhost/scholarships Apply online: http://www.thewashboard.org/login.aspx Name: Farm Kids for College Scholarship Award: Three $1,000 Awards Deadline: February 25, 2020 At National Farmers, we are honored to encourage the next generation to chase their ag dreams – and catch them. Part of how we at National Farmers do that, is through the national Farm Kids for College Scholarship.