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2019 SCHOLARSHIPS UPDATED MARCH 14
NOTE: Shading In “Due Date” Block Indicates Applications MUST BE TURNED IN TO GUIDANCE. New Additions or Changes will be highlighted in grey Deadlines that are within 30 days will be highlighted in orange or yellow You will need to turn in a Resume for letters of recommendation or paper work that needs to be filled out by your counselor. These will need to be turned in a recommended good ten days prior to the deadline to ensure they are sent out in time.
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
ABBOTT AND FENNER SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS $1,000
The A & F Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors who have the desire and ambition to succeed. Application can be found at:
Application deadline: June 14, 2019
ACT-SO “THE OLYMPICS OF THE MIND” SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION FRESHMEN THRU SENIORS TBD
ACT-SO (Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological and Scientific Olympics) is the major youth initiative of the NAACP Open to all students in over 30 categories “If you THINK SO, you will BELIEVE SO. If you BELIEVE SO, then you will ACT-SO.” Application can be picked up in Guidance
Application deadline: March 31, 2019
AFSA SCHOLARSHIPS 10 @ 2,000
Teh American Fire sprinkler association scholarship program is to help educate the public-at-large about the life-saving properties of automatic fire sprinklers Application can be found at: https://www.afsascholarship.org
Application deadline: April 1, 2019
AHEC HEALTH CARE SUMMER INSTITUTE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA JUNIORS AND SOPHOMORES
For minority or rural disadvantaged students to pursue health career opportunities and to build a plan of success for their future. The Health Care Summer Institute will take place in one 4-week session from June 17, 2018 through July 14, 2018. Selected participants will live in University of Florida campus dormitories, shadow health care professionals, attend educational lectures and programs, and participate in social activities.
Application can be picked up in Guidance.
Application deadline: March 29, 2019
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY INC. SIGMA OMICRON OMEGA CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP $1,000
Applicant must: -MINORITY SENIOR - have a GPA of 2.5 or higher -two letters of recommendation -official high school transcripts -copy of ACT and/or SAT score reports Pick up application in Guidance.
Application must be postmarked by March 23, 2019.
AMDA ACTING, MUSIC THEATRE, DANCE THEATRE, AND PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSIPS $1,000 TO $18,000
AMDA College and Conservatory of the Performing Arts in Los Angeles and The American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City awards scholarships based on talent, merit, academic excellence and financial need. Application can be found at www.amda.edu/admissions
Rolling Application
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF BLACKS IN ENERGY
$1,500
AABE seeks to help increase the number of African Americans, Hispanics and Native Americans (under represented minorities) in energy related fields. -Minimum 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale.
--Plan to major in business, one of the physical sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics fields in preparation for a career in the energy sector.
- Be a member of one of a class or group of individuals who has been historically under represented in the sciences, technology, engineering and math related disciplines.
Applications are available at:
www.aabe.org
Application deadline: March 15, 2019
AMERICAN BUSINESS WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION (ABWA) EMERALD COAST CHAPTER IMPACT SCHOLARSHIP
FEMALE
$2,000
In honor of Martha Considine - Female - 3.0 GPA - Reside in Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, or Walton County
Application can be found at: www.abwa-ecc.org
Application deadline: May 1, 2019
AMERICAN COLLEGE FOUNDATION VISIONARY SCHOLARSHIP
FRESHMEN THRU SENIORS
$1,000 to $5,000
500 Word essay on “Why College is Important to Me” financial need Is NOT considered; all income levels are encouraged to apply. Application can be found at: https://americancollegefoundation.org/college-planning-visionary-scholarship-details/
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
10 @ $2,000
Application can be found at: https://www.afsascholarship.org
Application deadline: April 1, 2019
AMERICAN STATES UTILITY SERVICES, INC.
$2,500
ASUS, Inc. Assists dependents US Military members or honorably discharged US Veterans at ASUS-served locations. -dependent children of active, full-time military members who work 32 hours or more per week and have at least one year of service by the application deadline date or honorably discharged US Military Veterans-High school seniors who have been accepted into a full-time** undergraduate course of study in environmental engineering, biology, chemistry, medical sciences, mathematical sciences, business management or acquisition and contract management at an accredited two- or four-year college or a vocational-technical school
Application can be found at:
Application deadline: March 15, 2019
AMERICAN WELDING SECTION TRAINING SCHOLARSHIPS 25 @ $1,000
Plan to attend a trade school, community college, or other facility providing welder training Application can be found at: https://www.aws.org/foundation
Application deadline: (rolling)
ARMY AVIATION CENTER FEDERAL CREDIT UNION SCHOLARSHIP 10 @ $1,000 ea.
Eligibility Requirements: -Applicant must be a member of Army Aviation Center Federal Credit union. A parent, grandparent or other family member’s account will not qualify the applicant as a member; -Applicant must be a US citizen. The scholarships may be used for costs of attending an accredited four-year university. The scholarship awards are based on scholastic achievement, character and leadership qualities, communication skills and personal insight sought through essay responses. Application can be picked up in Guidance or downloaded at: https://aacfcu.com/about-US/Scholarship-program
Application must be postmarked no later than March 29, 2019.
GENERAL HENRY H. ARNOLD EDUCATION GRANT TBD
Military dependent of active duty or retired Application can be found at: https://www.afas.org/general-henry-h-arnold-education-grant/
Application must be received by: April 30, 2019
ASPIRING ANIMATION PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
Students that are interested in pursuing an animation career path at an accredited post-secondary school or college.
Application deadline: June 1, 2019
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
$ 1,000
Application can be found at:http://www.animationcareerreview.com
ASPIRING FASHION PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIP $ 1,000
Students that are interested in pursuing a fashion degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Application can be found at: www.fashion-schools.org
Application deadline: June 1, 2019
AUTOMOTIVE AFTERMARKET SCHOLARSHIP
TBD
Students who are training to become automotive service technicians, as well as those studying engineering, accounting, business or other courses of study. Applications can be found at: www.automotivescholarships.com
Application deadline: March 31, 2019
BARRON PRIZE SCHOLARSHIP
$10,000
For Public-spirited young people who are currently working on an inspiring service project or have done so within the past 12 months. - Working as an individual to lead their service work. Application can be found at: https://barronprize.org/apply/
Application deadline: April 15, 2019
BBB’s STUDENT ETHICS SCHOLARSHIPS $1,000
-Applicants must be residents of the US and plan to attend an accredited college or university in the US or Canada -Must be high school juniors or seniors -Should demonstrate their commitment to highly ethical behavior and provide documentation in the areas of leadership, community service, and academics. Application can be picked up in Guidance or downloaded at: www.bbb.org/nwfl/torchaward under the Student Ethics Scholarship article
Application must be postmarked by: March 15, 2019 or delivered by 2 pm
JAMES BEARD FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP 10 @ $20,000
Demonstrates the potential for leadership roles in culinary arts, food studies, agriculture, hospitality management, and related fields. Application can be found at: https://www.jamesbeard.org
Application deadline: April 1, 2019
GLORIA BARRON SCHOLARSHIP FOR YOUNG HEROES FRESHMEN THRU SENIORS $10,000
Currently working on an inspiring service project or have done so within the past 12 months Working as an individual to lead their service work. Application can be found at: https://barronprize.org/apply/
Application deadline: April 15, 2019
BIG SUN SCHOLARSHIP A high school senior currently involved in some sport at the high school Application deadline:
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
$ 500
or in the community Write a short essay (500-1000 words) answering: How did your participation in sports during your high school years influence you? Apply at: www.bigsunathletics.com
June 19, 2019
CARVER-HILL MEMORIAL AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP TBD
Carver=Hill Museum is the only museum in Okaloosa County that emphasizes Black History. The museum inspires hope and pride in the lives of all African Americans. Eligibility - A high school senior - Resident of Okaloosa County - Maintain a 2.0-4.0 GPA Application can be picked up in Guidance
Application deadline: May 1, 2019
CIRKLED IN SCHOLARSHIPS SENIOR THRU FRESHMEN $2,500
Tell us who you’d want to live forever! Application can be found at: www.cirkledin.com
Application deadline: Recurring March 31, 2019
COAST GUARD FOOD SERVICE SPECIALISTS TBD
For students interested in culinary careers, the Coast Guard is offering world-class training and promising careers as Food Service Specialists. ACE accredited training. www.GoCoastGuard.com Search: food service specialists
THE LAW OFFICE OF COHEN & JAFFE, LLP SCHOLARSHIPS $1,000
Cohen & Jaffe, LLP scholarship program is designed to help students who value education as a vital foundation for creating fulfilling careers - US citizen or legal permanent US residents - Accepted to an institution of higher learning - employees of the Law Office of Cohen & Jaffe, Llp, Consultwebs.com, Inc., their boards of directors and immediate family members are not eligible Application can be found at: www.cohenjaffe.com/college-scholarship
Application deadline: April 5, 2019
JEFFREY SCOTT DAVEY SCHOLARSHIP $ 1,500
JEFFREY Scott Davey Scholarship will be given to a graduating high school senior student who has demonstrated academic excellence with artistic talent, and who wishes to attend a two-year or four-year college. Pick up application in Guidance.
Application deadline: February 28, 2019
B. DAVIS SCHOLARSHIP
-Tell where you are going to school now and what your future academic plans are -Write an essay of less than 1000 words describing the three characteristics of leadership you value mos. Discuss why you believe
Application deadline: May 24, 2019
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
1,000
that these traits are so important and how you feel that they are developed in an individual
Applications are available at: http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm
DEMOCRATIC WOMEN’S CLUB OF OKALOOSA COUNTY, FLORIDA
$1,000
To assist Okaloosa County students at college entry in achieving educational goals and to foster democratic ideals and the importance of the political process -2.5 or higher grade point average -financial need -Political Science or related field (preferred) -Okaloosa County resident and U.S. citizen -no disciplinary problems -registered democrat with copy of voter’s registration form (pre-registered, if under 18) Application can be picked up in Guidance
Application deadline: April 1, 2019
DESTIN ROTARY CLUB SCHOLARSHIPS $2,500
- Live in the Destin Rotary Club area. - Be recipients of any other full scholarship-application - Accepted for admission to an accredited college, university or vocational institutions - Must not be dependents of a Rotarian or employees of Rotary - 2.5 GPA minimum Application can be found at: https://destinrotary.com/scholarship-fund/
Application deadline: May 5, 2019
DESTIN WATER USERS
$1500
The Destin Water Users, Inc. has established a scholarship fund to provide an educational resource for eligible students to draw upon while pursuing a scholastic discipline which will lead to an undergraduate collegiate degree. A major in a program in the fields of ecology, environmental protection, water management and related scientific and engineering endeavors will be given added weight. Further, should a grantee pursue a scholastic program leading to a degree as above described, an award of Two Thousand dollars ($2000) may be made for each of the remaining two academic years. See Guidance for application.
Application Deadline: March 15, 2019
DOODLE 4 GOOGLE SENIOR THRU SOPHOMORE $30,000
Students can work with any materials they want, but all doodles must be entered using the entry form. Write an artist statement to tell us a bit more about what you have drawn and how it represents something that inspires you. Application can be found at: https://doodles.google.com
Application deadline: March 18, 2019
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
EMERALD COAST GATOR CLUB SCHOLARSHIP $2,000
Criteria: - For high school seniors who will be attending the University of Florida. - must be from the Okaloosa/Walton County area Application can be found at: http://www.emeraldcoastgatorclub.org
Applications must be emailed by: May 4, 2019
FEEA SCHOLARSHIPS $1,000 to $5,000
Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund is for students of or legal dependents of full or part-time permanent federal civilian or postal employees - 3.0 or higher unweighted GPA Application can be found at: https://goo.gl/sBf9k9
Application deadline: March 25, 2019 at 3:00 pm EDT
FIDM NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS 8 @ $31,500
Students interested in the global industries of Fashion, Visual Arts, Graphics, Interior Design, Social Media, and Entertainment Application can be found at: bit.ly/FIDMscholarship
Application deadline: March 29, 2019
FLORIDA SCHOOL COUNSELOR ASSOCIATION 2018 HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS $250
Application requires a 250-500 word easy answering: “What would your ideal school counseling program look like? How would you want your school counselor to help you and your peers?” Application can be found at: http://bit.ly/FSCA19StuSch
Application deadline: April 1, 2019 by 5 pm
FORKLIFT SYSTEMS ‘GIVING STUDENTS A LIFT SCHOLARSHIP’ $1,000
Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Legal Resident of the United States, and may not be an associate (employee) or direct relative of an associate, of any division of Forklift Systems Incorporated. Application can be found at: http://forkliftsystems.com/corporate/scholarship
Application deadline: November 30, 2019
FORT WALTON BEACH COMMUNITY CHORUS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
2 @ $ 1,000
The Fort Walton Beach Community Chorus will award two scholarships to seniors from Okaloosa or Santa Rosa County who plan to continue with his/her music studies at the college level during a single college year. Application can be found at:
www.fwbcc.org/Scholarship
Application deadline: March 22, 2019
FOSTER CARE TO SUCCESS SCHOLARSHIPS
Seniors are eligible if they have been in public or private foster care for 12 consecutive months prior to and including 18th birthday; or have been adopted or placed into legal guardianship after 16th birthday; or have been orphaned for at least one year at the time of their 18th birthday and not subsequently adopted; and have been accepted into or expect to be accepted to an accredited, Pell eligible college or other post-secondary school.
Application deadline: March 31, 2019
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
$2,500 to $5,000
Awards based on merit and need. Application can be found at: http://www.fc2success.org/programs/scholarships-and-grants/
FOUR STAR LEADERSHIP WIT GENERAL TOMMY FRANKS SCHOLARSHIPS
$2,000 to $5,000
Four Star Leadership is a world-class summer leadership program allowing 70 top high school students to have face-to-face experiences with inspirational leaders. Four Star Leadership 2019 will be held July 14-10 in Oklahoma City. Application can be found at: FourStarLeader.com
FRAME MY FUTURE 2019 CONTEST – PRESENTED BY CHURCH HILL CLASSICS
$500 to $5,000
How do you envision your future? Whether through poetry, photography, ink, collage, painting, mixed media, or graphic design work. Submit an original creation expressing what YOU hope to achieve in your personal and professional life after college. Application can be found at: https://www.diplomaframe.com/contests/frame-my-future-scholarship.aspz
Application deadline: April 1, 2019
GENERATION GOOGLE SCHOLARSHIPS
$10,000
Intend to be enrolled at a university in a computer science, computer engineering, software engineering or related area - Be able to demonstrate an interest in and motivation for studying computer sciences Application can be found: https://buildyourfuture.withgoogle.com/scholarships/generation-google-scholarship/
Application deadline: March 18, 2019
GEORGIA FUTURE CHAMPIONS SCHOLARSHIP
$1,500
Open to any high school senior in the US who is enrolled in a two or four year institution in Georgia. Application can be found at: https://www.thechampionfirm.com
Application deadline: May 17, 2019
GREG GOFF LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP
$2,000
Leaders in their communities - 3.0 GPA
Application can be found at: https://nshssfoundation.org
Application deadline: MAY 1, 2019
GLOBAL LIFT EQUIPMENT Planning on attending a post-secondary institution in the US or Canada - submit a short story
Application deadline: June 15, 2019
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
SCHOLARSHIP
$500
- GPA of 2.5 or greater Application can be found at: https://studentscholarships.org
GRAND LODGE OF FLORIDA ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA FLORIDA FOUNDATION 5 @ 2,000
TO Promote, enhance and encourage the studies of Italian heritage and culture. - Italian descent - min. GPA of 3.0 (un-weighted)
- min. SAT of 1100 or ACT Composite score of 23
Application can be found at: www.osiaflorida.org
Application must be postmarked no later than: March 15, 2019
GULF COAST CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MILITARY COMPTROLLERS TBD
-Students seeking undergraduate degrees in academic disciplines relating to financial/resource management such as business administration, economics, public administration, accounting, or finance Application can be found at: http://www.gulfcoastasmc.org/education.html
Application deadline: May 3, 2019
HUGH HARRIS SCHOLARSHIP NDIA GULF COAST CHAPTER
TBD
Hubert D. Harris Memorial Scholarship is based on interest in engineering, physical sciences, or other related technical fields as well as leadership, personal character, scholastic achievement, and aptitude. Application can be found at: www.ndiagulfcoast.com
Application deadline: March 15, 2019
US HEARING SOLUTIONS HEAR YOUR FUTURE SCHOLARSHIPS $500
HEAR Your Future Scholarship is for an individual who is directly impacted by hearing loss (yourself, parent, sibling, etc.) - 2.5 GPA or higher Application can be picked up in Guidance.
Application deadline: April 1, 2019
MICHELLE W. HILL FOUNDATION ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP
All scholarship applicants must be a graduating high school senior residing in Escambia, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa or Walton counties in Florida. Seniors must have a 3.0 GPA. The most critical factor determining the winners is based on the applicant’s description in their 500 word essay of how they have achieved a balance between Academics, Community Service, and have promoted diversity in their environment.
Application deadline: March 22, 2019
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
$1,000
Application can be downloaded at: www.eteamz.com/michelehillraiderrun
HURLBURT CHIEF’S GROUP SCHOLARSHIP
$500
Our group provides one or more $500.00 scholarship(s) to the sons and daughters of active duty, retired or deceased enlisted members. Students must be a graduating senior from any high school in Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, Walton or Escambia County. Application can be found at: http://www.studentscholarshipsearch.com/scholarships/chief-master-sergeants-of-the-air-force-scholarships.php
Application must be postmarked by March 31, 2019
HURLBURT SPOUSES’ CLUB MERIT SCHOLARSHIP
$1,000 to $5,000
The applicant must be a dependent of any Hurlburt Field military member: active duty, retired, deceased, or a remote military member currently on an unaccompanied tour. If retired, deceased, or remote the member's last duty station must have been Hurlburt Field;
-The applicant must have a valid military identification card and must be enrolled in DEERS;
-The applicant must have a 3.0 GPA;
-A principal, counselor, or teacher must recommend applicant;
-The applicant may not be a family member of the HSC Scholarship Committee nor of any of the judges.
The application is available at:
www.HurlburtSpousesClub.com.
Application deadline: March 15, 2019
HURLBURT SPOUSES’ CLUB TURNAROUND SCHOLARSHIP
TBA
-Student must have made a significant improvement in their academic career;
-The applicant must be a dependent of any Hurlburt Field military member: active duty, retired, deceased, or a remote military member currently on an unaccompanied tour. If retired, deceased, or remote the member's last duty station must have been Hurlburt Field;
-The applicant must have a valid military identification card and must be enrolled in DEERS;
-The applicant must have a 3.0 GPA;
-A principal, counselor, or teacher must recommend applicant;
Application Deadline: March 15, 2019.
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
-The applicant may not be a family member of the HSC Scholarship Committee nor of any of the judges.
The application is available at:
www.HurlburtSpousesClub.com.
JOHN JAKES WRITING SCHOLARSHIP
NEW COLLEGE OF FLORIDA
4 @ $2,000
Demonstrate active involvement in writing-related study or projects. Application can be found at: https://www.ncf.edu/admissions/financial-aid/scholarships/
Application deadline: April 15, 2019
JASNA ESSAY SCHOLARSHIPS
$250 to $1,000
In honor of the 200th anniversary of Jane Austen’s novel Northanger Abbey. Application can be found at: http://www.jasna.org/programs/essay-contest/
Application deadline: June 3, 2019
JOHNSON SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION CHILDREN OF UPS EMPLOYEES OR RETIREES WHO LIVE IN FLORIDA
TBA
The Johnson Scholarship is offering aid to Children of UPS Employees or Employees or Retirees who live in Florida. Questions should be directed to Scholarship Management Services
Download application at:
www.jsf.bz
Application deadline: April 1, 2019
JOHNSON SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES WHO WILL BE ATTENDING ONE OF THE TWELVE STATE UNIVERSITIES TBA
The Johnson Scholarship is offering aid to students with disabilities who will be attending one of the twelve State Universities. Questions about the Johnson Scholarship Foundation program should be directed to the appropriate university campus contact listed on the last page of the application. Application can be downloaded at:
www.jsf.bz
Application deadline: April 15, 2019
KFC REACH EDUCATIONAL GRANT PROGRAM FOR EMPLOYEES OF KFC
$2,000 - $2,500
KFC Colonel’s Scholars is looking for outstanding seniors who are active employees at participating restaurants. Graduating high school seniors must:
-GPA of 2.5 or higher;
The application is available online at:
www.kfcfoundation.org
Application deadline: March 28, 2019
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
KIWANIS CLUB OF DESTIN PETER BECKIEWICZ MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS $8,000
“Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world, one child and one community at a time.” - Resident of Okaloosa County, FL - Pursuing a degree and career in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math - minimum cumulative unweighed GPA of 3.0 Application can be picked up in Guidance
Application deadline: April 5, 2019
KIWANIS INTERNATIONAL NICEVILLE/VALPARAISO SCHOLARSHIPS TBD
Students who have demonstrated excellence in their academic and other pursuits, high moral standards, and unselfish service to others. -resident of Niceville or Valparaiso, FL - 3.0 GPA or higher
Application can be picked up in Guidance
Application deadline: April 31, 2019
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS CHRIST OF REDEEMER COUNCIL NO. 13527
$500 to $1,500
The Christ Our Redeemer Knights of Columbus Council 13527 will award the scholarships to students who have been selected for admission to an accredited junior college, college or university and plan to enroll in the fall of 2015. In order to qualify, the scholarship recipients must be classified as full time students by their chosen institutions. Selection is based on academic performance, community/church service, potential for future academic achievement and overall citizenship. Pick up an application in Guidance.
Application must be received by April 13, 2019.
KNIGHTS OF COULUMBUS FATHER HOWARD J. LESCH COUNSIL NO. 7667
4 @ $1,500
The Father Howard J. Lesch Knights of Columbus Council No. 7667 is pleased to announce its twenty seventh annual scholarship awards competition. Our hope is that these awards help to recognize our deserving local students and assist them financially in their academic pursuits. This competition is open to all Niceville High School, Rocky Bayou Christian and Northwest Florida Collegiate High School graduating seniors, zoned to attend Niceville High School, who will be continuing their education in the Fall, as well as graduating seniors of our active council members. One of the scholarships is reserved for a Catholic student. The selection criteria for the scholarships are based on a combination of academic performance, potential for future academic achievement, overall citizenship and service to our community. Pick up an application in Guidance.
Application must be received by April 22, 2019.
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
LIFT PARTS EXPRESS SCHOLARSHIPS
$500
Write an essay on: Going to college is a big financial commitment. Write an essay that outlines how much you expect to spend to finish your schooling, how you intend to pay for your schooling, and what you expect your job to be once you are finished your schooling. Application can be found at: https://studentscholarships.org
Application deadline: June 30, 2019
MASONIC ASSOCIATION OF DISTRICT THREE
$1,000
The A second year with and additional $1,000 scholarship may be awarded as long as a satisfactory progress is being made. Application can be picked up in Guidance
Application deadline: April 30, 2019
MESOTHELIOMA HELP CANCER SCHOLARSHIP
$500 to $2,500
Students interested in a medical career or students who have been impacted by cancer in some way. Application can be found at: www.mesotheliomahelp.org/scholarship
Application deadline: July 20, 2019
NICEVILLE REPUBLICAN WOMEN FEDERATED SCHOLARSHIPS
FEMALES
$1,000
The NRWF scholarship will be awarded to a registered Republican Female who has been accepted to a college of her choice. -Must have maintained a minimum 3.0 grade point average in high school -May not be a family member of the NRWF Scholarship Committee Application can be picked up in Guidance
Application deadline: April 11, 2019
NICEVILLE-VALPARAISO ROTARY YOUTH LEADERSHIP (RYLA) AWARD SPRING CAMP SCHOLARSHIP SOPHOMORES
RYLA is an intensive training program for community youth leaders. Each spring, April 25-28, 10th graders chosen for their past service and leadership potential are awarded an all-expense paid camp to discuss leadership skills and to learn those skills through practice. - Current 10th graders only - A student who is on the cusp of taking charge but needs jual a little boost. - “C”, “B”, and “A” students Application can be picked up in Guidance or found at: www.adventuresunlimited.com
Application deadline: March 1, 2019
NORTHWEST FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE HONORS SCHOLARSHIP
Okaloosa and Walton counties - 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
FAFSA and college admissions must be completed before May 1st
Turn applications in to Guidance by April 25
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
2 @ TUITION & FEES FOR 28 CREDIT HOURS
Application can be found at: www.nwfsc.edu
OKALOOSA COUNTY FARM BUREAU SCHOLARSHIPS $1,000
Student of a child or a grandchild of a preson who has been a member of Okaloosa Count Farm Bureau for the last three (3) years. Application can be picked up in Guidance.
Application deadline: March 31, 2019
OMBAR “ASPIRING BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL” SCHOLARSHIP $1,000
Students pursuing a business related degree program at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Application can be found at: https://www.onlineembareport.com
Application deadline: June 1, 2018
ORTHO DERMATOLOGICS STUDENTS $10,000
Students who have been diagnosed with and treated for a dermatologic condition by a dermatologist, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner working in a dermatology practice.
- Used a prescription medicine to treat your dermatologic condition
Application can be found at: https://www.aspirehigherscholarships.com
Application deadline: April 26, 2019
PATIENT ADVOCATE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS $3,00
The scholarship program is for those who have been diagnosed with or treated for cancer, a chronic, or life threatening debilitating disease. Maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA Application can be found at: www.patientadvocate.org/connect-with-services/apply-for-a-scholarship
Application deadline: February 23, 2019
P.E.O. CHAPTER DH-FL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS $1,000
Graduating high school senior women which must be used in the academic year following graduation. - Must exhibit excellence in leadership, academics, extracurricular activities, community service and have a minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Application can be picked up in Guidance.
Application must be post marked by: March, 15, 2019
PROJECTOR LAMSPS SCHOLARSHIP $1,000
Students enrolled as a Business major who may one day be an entrepreneur and start their own business. Applications can be found at: https://www.projectorlamps.com/t-scholarship.aspx
Application deadline: June 1, 2019
PROVIDIAN MEDICAL SCHOLARSHIPS $500
Submit an original essay of up to 1,500 words that describes how medical equipment technology has changed the face of a college course and curriculum - maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher
Application must be postmarked by: June 21, 2019
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
Application can be found at: https://www.providianmedical.com/providian-medical-scholarship
PURELAND SUPPLY SCHOLARSHIP $1,000
Describe how your chosen trade or field plays an important role in today’s world and how you expect to play a part in the future of your trade or field. Application can be found at: https://www.purelandsupply.com/t-scholarship.aspx
Application deadline: June 1, 2019
QUEST BRIDGE COLLEGE PREP SUMMER SCHOLARS PROGRAMS Juniors
Full scholarships to college summer programs at Stanford, Yale, Emory, Penn, and more - primarily A’s in the most challenging courses - rank in the top 5-10% - demonstrate strength in character - financial need Application can be found at: www.questbridge.org
Application deadline: March 20, 2019
AYN RAND INSTITUTE ESSAY CONTEST ANTHEM Freshmen thru Senior 1ST Prize - $2,000 3 2nd prizes - $250 5 3rd prizes - $100 50 Finalist Prizes - $25
-Entrants must be in the 8th, 9th or 10th grade. -Essay of no fewer than 600 and no more than 1,200 words in length- Typewritten and double-spaced. -A cover sheet containing specific information must be attached to the essay and the completed essay mailed to the institute. Essay based on the novel Anthem. Note: for complete entry directions you may log onto the web site at: http://www.aynrand.org/contests
Application deadline: April 25, 2019
AYN RAND INSTITUTE ESSAY CONTEST FOUNTAINHEAD Juniors and Seniors 1ST Prize - $10,000 3 2nd prizes - $2,500 5 3rd prizes - $500 50 Finalist Prizes - $50
-Entrants must be in the 11th or 12th grade. -Essay of no fewer than 800 and no more than 1,600 words in length- Type written and double-spaced. -A cover sheet containing specific information must be attached to the essay and the completed essay mailed to the institute. Essay based on the novel The Fountainhead. Note: for complete entry directions you may log onto the web site at: http://www.aynrand.org/contests
Essay must be postmarked by April 25, 2019
ROSEN & OHR LAW ESSAY SCHOLARSHIPS $1,000
Write an essay explaining in detail how a serious accident involving you, a family member, or a close friend has impacted your life. This could have a car crash, a slip-and fall accident, a work related injury, or any other serious accident. Application can be found at www.rosenohrlaw.com/scholarship
Application deadline: July 20, 2019
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
SAMSUNG SCHOLARSHIP AMERICAN LEGION $20,000/TBD
Scholarships are awarded based on academic record, involvement in school and community activities, and financial need. Must be a registered Delegate of Florida Boys or Girls State Application can be found at: https://www.floridalegion.org
Application deadline: April 1, 2019 ??
SHELL OIL COMPANY TECHNICAL SCHOLARSHIPS 20 @ $2,500
- Plan to enroll full-time in geology, geophysics, physics, chemical, civil, electrical, geological, geophysical, mechanical or petroleum engineering - Be a member of an underrepresented minority group - May be eligible to apply to receive a four-year renewable award of $5,000 annually upon completion of the first year studies Application can be found at: https://www.shell.us/careers/students-and-graduates/scholarships/scholarship-opportunities-for-high-school-seniors.html
Application deadline: March 15, 2019
SKESTOS SCHOLARS LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP NEW COLLEGE OF FLORIDA $25,000
Demonstrates involvement throughout high school and interest in developing leadership qualities. Application can be found at: https://www.ncf.edu/admissions/financial-aid/scholarships/
Application deadline: April 15, 2019
THE SOCIETY OF MILTARY ENGINEERS (SAME) EMERALD COAST POST SCHOLARSHIPS 2 @ $1,500
Planning on majoring in engineering or architecture related degree programs - Resident of Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, or Walton county - Demonstrate academic excellence with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 Application can be found at: https://www.same.org
Application must be received by: March 29, 2019
SOUTHERN SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION Women Amount varies
If you are planning to attend Florida State University, University of Florida, Florida A&M University, Tallahassee Community College, Santa Fe Community College, or Florida Gulf Coast University (women only), you may be interested in a work-scholarship program that provides rent-free housing, teaches practical life skills, and introduces you to friends that can last a lifetime. -3.0 high school GPA. -demonstrate financial need. Information and Applications are available at: www.southernscholarship.org.
The Foundation accepts applications year-round. Apply Early! However, priority deadline for on-campus housing requests are: April 1st for Fall
STUDENT -VIEW SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS 1 @ $4,000 2 @ $1,000
The 2015 Student-View Scholarship Program is offering $11,000 worth of scholarships to high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year college, community/ junior college or career school.
Application Deadline: April 22, 2019
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
10@ $500 Apply on-line at www.student-view.com
SUNTRUST OFF TO COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
2 @ $500
SunTrust is on a mission to stamp out financial stress No GPA or financial need requirements.
Application can be found at:
www.suntrust.com/offtocollege
Application deadline: Every two weeks until May 13, 2019
GEN AND KELLY TANABE SCHOLARSHIP FRESHMEN THRU SENIORS $1,000
250 work essay on “Why do you deserve to win this scholarship” or “Describe your academic or career goals.” Application can be found at: www.genkellyscholarship.com
Application deadline: July 31, 2019
TROY UNIVERSITY Varies
Troy has a number of scholarships available. If you have been accepted to Troy, you must set up a scholarship account. Then you need to apply for each scholarship independently. Information can be found at: https://troy.academicworks.com
Application deadlines are throughout the year.
TROY UNIVERSITY EMERALD COAST CHAPTER OF ALUMNI AND FRIENDS SCHOLARSHIPS $1,000
One or more high school students who are unconditionally admitted to Troy University - Actively participated in school activities and community programs Application can be picked up in Guidance.
Application deadline: April 1, 2019
TWIN CITIES HOSPITAL AUXILIARY TBD
Candidates must-pursue a career in the field of medicine, medical technology or in a medically related field. -have potential in earning an associate or bachelor degree. - have a GPA of 3.0 and achieve college entrance exam scores which gain acceptance to the college of choice or been accepted by the college of choice. -be a participant in community service. -show financial need. Application can be picked up in Guidance.
Application must be delivered or mailed to Twin Cities Hospital by April 13, 2019
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA LOWELL G. BECKENS SCHOLARSHIP TBD
Attending UF Reside in Okaloosa County, FL 3.0 GPA Application deadline: http://undergrad.aa.ufl.edu/scholarships/undergraduate:scholarships/
Application deadline: July 1, 2019
NAME/AMOUNT ELIGIBILITY DUE
1800 WHEELCHAIR SCHOLARSHIPS $500
Submit a visual poem GPA of at least 3.0 There are no requirements in terms of physical disability or ability Application can be found at: www.1800wheelchair.com/scholarship
Application deadline: May 1, 2019
WILSHIRE LAW FIRM STUDENT SCHOLAR SCHOLARSHIP $1,000
600 word essay describing the college major they are interested in and why. This essay should talk about how they plan to work in their chosen field to help their community.
- 3.0 GPA - Demonstrate involvement in community activities
Application can be found at: [email protected]
Application deadline: June 28, 2019
ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC OMICRON PI ZETA CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP 8 @ $500
Raise the consciousness and encourage the highest standards of scholastic achievement, and foster a greater sense of unity
- 2.5 GPA Application can be picked up in Guidance.
Application deadline: April 20, 2019
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