SCHOLARSHIPS 2008-2009 - September 24, 2008

Naval Helicopter Association is accepting scholarship applications.  No restriction on eligibility but any student with military affiliation is given special consideration.  Visit http://ismene.lunarmania.com/~nhasc0/nhascholarshipfund/ for the application.  

Grades 9^th � 12^th:  Fleet Reserve Association is sponsoring an essay contest on the topic:  What the United States Flag Stands For.  Grand Prize is a $15,000 Savings Bond. Copy of rules are in guidance office.  Or you can visit www.fra.org/essay or contact Bud Love at 671-1311.

Girls 9^th -12th:  If you are interested in the Miss Teen USA, contact [email protected] or call 205-426-9300 for more information.   Deadline is October 3.

Learn more about Ohio Wesleyan University scholarships and other merit awards at www.owu.edu or call 1-800-922-8953.

Alabama A&M is hosting Senior Day on November 8.  If you are interesting in attending, contact 256-372-5250.

Tuskegee University is hosting Fall 2008 Open House on October 25.  Call 1-800-622-6531 for more information.

Auburn University Polymer and Fiber Engineering Department is accepting scholarship applications.  Deadline is December 1.

The Wendy's School Heisman Award Program is now accepting applications from both male and female students who exhibit excellence in the classroom, on the field and within their communities. Eligibility for application is limited exclusively to men and women entering their senior year of high school, have a "B" or higher GPA, and participate in at least one of 33 sports sanctioned by the National Federation of State High Schools. Apply on-line at http://www.wendysheisman.com/ DEADLINE: October 1, 2008

The Burger King Scholars Program has granted more than $11 million in scholarships to deserving graduating high school seniors. In 2007, they awarded more than $600,000. Awards are $1,000 each and may be used for educational expenses, such as tuition fees and books, during the first year of college or post-secondary vocational/technical school. To obtain information about the eligibility criteria, please visit www.bk.com/scholars

Applications are available online from October 15, 2008-February 15, 2009.

The Horatio Alger Association seeks to assist students who have demonstrated integrity, perseverance in overcoming adversity, strength or character, financial need, a good academic record, commitment to pursue a college education, and a desire to contribute to society. For eligibility requirements and the online application visit www.horatioalger.org/scholarships DEADLINE: October 30, 2008

The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation scholarship program is now accepting applications on-line. Of the 250 Scholars designated, 50 students will continue to receive awards of $20,000 and 200 students, who formally received $4,000, will now receive $10,000. A complete listing of scholarship requirements and application can be found at http://www.coca-colascholars.org/ , click the �apply online' hyperlink, then �Four Year Award for Seniors.' Click on the Coca-Cola Scholars Application. You must complete the registration on-line. DEADLINE: October 31, 2008

Our Family for Families First is a private charitable foundation committed to the support of military families in pursuit of higher education. The foundation will award at least ten $40,000 scholarships each year to deserving high school students whose parent(s) is currently stationed at Forts Meade, Bragg, Polk, Rucker, or Riley. Please go to http://www.ourfamilyforfamiliesfirst.org/ to read about the specific eligibility requirements and download an application today. DEADLINE: TBA

The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation is offering seven scholarships of up to $10,000 in value annually to assist students who have lost a parent to breast cancer. These scholarships are renewable upon proof of satisfactory progress towards completion of a degree. Go to www.komen.org/grants for more information. DEADLINE: TBA

The Ron Brown Scholar Program will be accepting scholarship applications from African American Students beginning September 1^st. Applications may be obtained from the Ron Brown Scholar Website: http://www.ronbrown.org/

EARLY DEADLINE: November 1, 2008-application considered by Ron Brown Scholar Program and forwarded to a select and limited number of additional scholarship providers. FINAL DEADLINE: January 9, 2009-

The Auburn University' Samuel Ginn College of Engineering Scholarship is available on-line. Seniors interested in this engineering scholarship should contact [email protected] DEADLINE: TBA

The 2009 SAE Engineering Scholarship is available to students who intend on earning a degree in engineering or a related science. Examples of related science include: math, chemistry, physics, biology, technologies, and computer science. Application and information can be found at www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm DEADLINE: December 1, 2008

Books-A-Million is offering a Creative Writing Award worth $5,000 to freshman, sophomores, juniors, and seniors. A complete listing of submission requirements can be found at www.booksamillion.com/scholarship When you are ready to begin the application process go to http://www.scholarshipadministrators.net/ and use the ACCESS KEY: BKSML DEADLINE: December 1, 2008

Huntingdon College is currently accepting financial aid and scholarship applications. Information can be found at http://www.huntingdon.edu/

More than 2,000 four-year, merit based scholarships and programmatic support to students attending the nation's Historically Black Public Colleges and Universities (HBPCU) are awarded by using the Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund website. For additional information and application, visit http://www.thurgoodmarshallfund.org/

The University of Alabama is now accepting scholarship applications at http://scholarships.ua.edu/2008 A completed admissions application will need to be submitted to the University of Alabama BEFORE completing the scholarship application. DEADLINE: December 1, 2008

Auburn University scholarships and financial assistance: www.auburn.edu/student_info/student_affairs/finaid

***Priority Deadline to apply for admissions/scholarships to most major colleges and universities is December 1, 2008 (date may vary slightly). Check the website of your college of interest or contact the Office of Admissions for more information. Please do not procrastinate or you might miss out on attending the college of your choice.

The Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship is available to seniors at http://www.jimmyranefoundation.org/ Applicants are chosen based on several criteria including academics, school/community involvement and financial need. Applications will be available after December 1, 2008

The AXA Achievement Scholarship are offered to students who set and reach ambitious goals, demonstrate drive, determination and ability to succeed in college and who have respect for self, family, and community. To learn more about ACA Achievement Scholarship and to read about some past winners, visit http://www.axa-achievement.com/ DEADLINE: check website in November for more details

The National Commission for Cooperative Education offers scholarships. You can find additional information about this year's scholarship program and complete an application on-line by visiting the NCCE website at http://www.co-op.edu/

Miss Alabama's Outstanding Teen is an educational assistance program scholarship program "Promoting Scholastic Achievement, Creative Accomplishment, Healthy Living, and Community Involvement for America's Teens." This is the ONLY teen program associated with the Miss America and Miss Alabama Scholarship Programs. For an application and complete details, please visit http://www.outstandingteen.homestead.com/ or call (205) 223-5127 DEADLINE: Not Provided

The Gates Millennium Scholars program will select one thousand students this year as Gates Millennium Scholars. The scholarship supports the cost of attendance and can be renewed each year throughout the Scholars undergraduate degree and onto graduate school for those continuing Scholars who choose one of six graduate majors: engineering, education, library science, mathematics, public health and science. Students are eligible for consideration if they: 1) are an African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American, 2) are a citizen/legal permanent resident of the U.S., 3) Have attained a cumulative GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted), 4) will be enrolling for the first time at a U.S. accredited college or university as a full time, degree seeking student in the Fall of 2007, 5) have demonstrated leadership abilities through community service, extracurricular, or other activities, 6) meet the federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria, 7) have all three required form completed and submitted by the deadline (nominee personal information form, nominator form, and recommender form). Detailed information can be found at http://www.gmsp.org/ DEADLINE: January 11, 2009 (on-line) Paper applications must be postmarked by Dec. 31, 2008.

Auburn University Department of Chemical Engineering has the pleasure of awarding scholarships to new freshmen who have excelled academically. The Freshman Scholarship in Chemical Engineering Application is currently available in the Guidance Office. For more information, call 334-844-4827. DEADLINE: January 1, 2009.

The Elks National Foundation is accepting applications for the 2009 Most Valuable Student Scholarship. The local scholarships are based on Leadership, Scholarship, and Financial Need. Applications can be requested at http://www.elks.org/ The completed applications must be turned in to the Guidance Office for delivery at least one week prior to the deadline. The Guidance Office also has a limited number of copies. DEADLINE: TBA

The 2009 Sam Walton Community Scholarship will be available on-line from November 1, 2008 through January 12, 2009. More information, printable online instructions, and the link to apply for these and other Wal-Mart Foundation programs are found at http://www.walmartfoundation.org/ The access code (SWCS) must be used to access this application process. DEADLINE: January 14, 2009

Troy University is accepting scholarship applications for academic and leadership scholarships. Applications can be found in the black crate (next to the scholarship bulletin board) in the Guidance Career Lab. Students must complete an undergraduate application for admissions and a scholarship application. DEADLINE: TBA

Mississippi State University is accepting applications for their Freshman Academic Scholarships. Applications can be found at http://www.admissions.msstate.edu/ DEADLINE: TBA

The Best Buy Scholarship program rewards students with good grades who give back to their communities. To learn more, visit BestBuy.com/scholarships DEADLINE: February 15, 2009

The Alabama Bankers Association is sponsoring an annual essay scholarship. Only high school seniors within the state are eligible to apply. Applications can be found at http://www.alabamabankers.org/ DEADLINE: TBA

The Kids' Chance Scholarship Fund was established by the Workers' Compensation Section of the Alabama Bar in 1992. This scholarship program provides scholarships to colleges and technical schools for children who have had a parent killed or permanently and totally disabled in an on-the-job accident. Applications can be completed at http://www.alfinc.org/ or contact Tara Allison at (800) 354-6154 or [email protected] for more information. DEADLINE: May 1, 2009

The Council for America's First Freedom announces the 16th annual First Freedom

Student Competition.  This national essay contest offers 9th - 12th grade students an opportunity to compete for a $3,000, $1,500 and $750 award, as they examine the First Amendment and the history and relevance of religious freedom in America and the world today. Online registration by participating students is required by November 24, 2008, and the postmark entry deadline is November 29.  For more details on the competition and for a classroom poster and student flyer, visit http://pull.xmr3.com/p/241-D8E0/86383280/http-www.firstfreedom.org.html, and then click on the red button under Council News.

Take advantage of FREE internet scholarship search engines, such as:

http://www.finaid.org/

http://apps.collegeboard.com/cbsearch_ss/welcome.jsp

http://www.fastweb.com/

http://www.srnexpress.com/

http://www.gocollege.com/

www.collegeanswer.com/kfc

www.careercruising.com

(User name is Headland and password is High)

www.Schoolsoup.com

**Also, check out internet scholarship search engines such as www.scholarshipexperts.com, and www.wiredscholar.com to find more scholarship information based on programs of study, specific schools, and national scholarships. ** **The American Legion produces a 152 page publication called "Need A Lift?" This issue offers a guide to educational opportunities, scholarships, grants, student loans, careers, and employment. It is available for www.needalift.org

BEWARE of SCHOLARSHIP SCAMS: Do not pay someone to help find scholarships for you. These services typically take your money and you receive very little help in your scholarship search. If you want to check the legitimacy of any financial aid consultants or search services you may use or hire AND for tips on avoiding scholarship scams:

• U.S. Department of Education:

www.studentaid.ed.gov/students/publications/lsa/index.html

• Federal Trade Commission:

www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/publs/alerts/ouchart.htm