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Scholarships:Source Discipline Award Requirements Deadline Contact
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
General Varies Offered to highly qualified students who will be chosen based on strong academic performance. Must have 2.5 cumulative GPA.
October 31 Coca-Cola Scholars Fund, PO Box 442, Atlanta, GA, 30301-0442, telephone (800)-306-COKE. Or visit online http://www.coca-colascholars.org or email [email protected] Information
UNC- Chapel Hill Morehead-Cain academic scholarship
General Full Offered to highly qualified students who will be chosen based on strong academic performance, volunteer service, character and leadership and participation in a minimum of one sport.
October 1 www.moreheadcain.org/apply/information-guidance-counselors/ or www.moreheadcain.org
PECHS can only nominate 2 students. If interested, see Ms. Grable asap!
Art Institute of Charlotte Scholarships - various scholarships available
Journalism $1,000 (top 2 participants receive an additional $50,000)
Open to high school seniors who are committed to pursuing a career in journalism and demonstrate qualities of a "free spirit" academically or personally. A free spirit can be a risk-taker, a visionary, an innovative leader, an entrepreneur, or a courageous
Oct. The Art Institute of Charlotte, Three LakePointe Plaza, 2110 Water Ridge Parkway, Charlotte NC 28217-4536, telephone (800) 557-7216More Information
achiever who accomplishes great things beyond his or her normal circumstances. Submit application, two essays, letter of recommendation, transcript, samples of journalistic work, and photo
National Young Arts Foundation
Duke University - various scholarships available
Arts
General
Varies Open to actors, dancers, singers, artists
Open to graduating high school students who are likely to sucessfully complete postsecondary education. Must have GPA of at least 2.5, financial need, voluntary community service. Must choose a career college and program of study in order to apply.
October 17
October 31
Visit youngart.org/apply2015 or [email protected] or call 1800-970-2787
Duke University, telephone (919) 660-3070 or (919) 684-6225 or visit website http://www.aas.duke.eduMore Information
Emory University - various scholarships available
Community Service
$1,000 - $5,000 and/or an all-expense-paid trip to
Be a student in grades 5-12, who has engaged in a volunteer or self-initiated community
October 31 Emory University, 201 Dowman Drive, Atlanta, GA 30322, telephone (404) 727-6039 or email [email protected] Information
Washington, DC
service activity performed at least partly during the last 12 months; submit completed application to participating school principal
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation College Scholarship Program
Media Arts and Animation, Culinary Arts, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Multimedia, Photographic Imaging, Video Production
Varies; $500 to full tuition
Selections are based on recommendations and/or portfolio
October The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Attn: Grants Dept. - College Scholarship, 5005 LBJ Freeway, Suite #250, Dallas, TX 75244, telephone (972) 855-1616 or email [email protected] Information
Agnes Scott College Scholarships - various scholarships available
General Varies; up to full tuition
Varies October Agnes Scott College 141 East College Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030; phone (800)868-8602 ext. 6285 or visit www.agnesscott.eduMore Information
Levine Scholars Program at UNC-Charlotte
GeneralFull tuition, room and board
Eligible students must demo.nstrate a commitment to community service, intellectual curiosity and leadership
October 15http://levinescholars.uncc.edu or [email protected] Ms. Grable for questions
Lynchburg College - various scholarships
General $6,000 to full tuition
Open to young women, top 2% of the class, 1450+ SAT,
November Lynchburg College, 1501 Lakeside Drive, Lynchburg, VA, telephone (800) 426-8101 ext 8228. Visit online http://www.lynchburg.edu
available leadership, school activities; varies by scholarship
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Mars Hill College - various scholarships available
Science Up to $100,000
Open to high school seniors in the US and American students attending school abroad. Must complete an entry project.
November 15 Contact Donna Banks, Mars Hill College, Mars Hill, NC, telephone (828) 689-1103 or (866) 642-4968. Visit online http://www.mhc.edu or email [email protected] Information
General
Marine Corps Varies Up to full tuition, room & board, fees
Varies; Must have at least 3.0 GPA
November Marine Corps telephone (800) MARINES or visit online http://www.marines.comMore Information
North Carolina Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NCASFAA) - Middle School Enrichment Scholarship
General Up to $12,000
Selection based on high school academic achievement.
November Takeila Barnes, telephone (919) 835-2394 or email [email protected]. Applications are available at http://www.ncasfaa.com/docs/toc_scholarships.htmlMore Information
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) - Engineering Scholarship Program
General Up to full tuition
Varies; selection may be based on GPA and SAT/ACT scores
November SAE, telephone (724) 776-4970More Information
University of South Carolina (USC) - various scholaships available
Engineering, Architecture, Computers, Math,
Full scholarships
Varies by scholarship; must be in top 30% of the class, SAT 1100 or ACT
December 1 USC, Columbia, SC 29208, telephone (803) 777-4062 or (800)868-5USC or email [email protected]. More Information
Meteorology, Physics, Nursing, Foreign Language (Central Europe, Russian, Middle Eastern, and Asian); various scholarships available
24, GPA 3.0. Must complete a physical fitness assessment and an interview.
Wake Forest University - various scholarships available
General $500 to full tuition
Varies December 1 Office of Financial Aid, Box 7305, Winston-Salem, NC 27109, telephone (336) 758-4209 or email [email protected] Information
AFS Awards for Excellence - Scholarships to Study Abroad
General; military obligation follows college graduation
Varies; Marine Corps scholarships cover tuition, academic fees and most books.
Selections are based on SAT or ACT scores, recommendations, extracurricular activities, leadership, interview, physical condition. Take SAT or ACT no later than October of Senior year, preferably in June of Junior year. Apply before Oct. 31.
December 1 AFS Awards for Excellence, 506 SW Sixth Avenue, 2nd Floor, Portland, OR 97204-1523, telephone (800) AFS-INFO. Or visit online www.afs.org/usa/scholarshipsMore Information
American Architectural
Engineering or related $1,000-
Intention to earn degree in December 1
Mary Felber, Director of Scholarship Programs, 1735 New York Avenue, NW,
Foundation - Minority/Disadvantaged Scholarship Program
Science $10,000 for undesignated scholarships, $400 to full tuition for university sponsored scholarships
engineering - 3.5 GPA. SAT or ACT in 90th percentile. Must be a US citizen.
Washington, DC 20006-5292, telephone (202) 626-7511. Email [email protected] or visit online http://www.archfoundation.org/aaf/aaf/programs.fellowships.htmMore Information
Livingstone College - various scholarships available
General Up to full tuition
Varies; selections are based on academic merit
December 1 Livingstone College, 701 W. Monroe St., Salisbury, NC 28144-5213, telephone (704) 216-6069. Also visit online http://www.livingstone.eduMore Information
AXA Achievement Community Scholarships
General Up to full tuition
Varies; selections are based on GPA, class rank, SAT or ACT scores
December 1 AXA Achievement Scholarship, Scholarship America, One Scholarship Way, PO Box 297, Saint Peter MN 56082, telephone (800) 537-4180 or email [email protected]. Or visit website www.axa-achievement.com for information and application.More Information
American Legion National High School Oratorical Contest
Study Abroad
Partial to full scholarships to study abroad
Must be an outstanding student and nominated by your high school. Selection is based on merits of academic excellence, leadership and community service; minimum 3.5 GPA on 4.0 scale. Study
December American Legion Post State of NC Headquarters, PO Box 26657 Raleigh, NC 27611-6657, telephone (919) 832-7506. Visit online http://nclegion.org/orate.htmMore Information
abroad is available for year, semester, and summer programs.
American Automobile Association (AAA) Travel High School Challenge
General $1,000 to full tuition
Varies; must have at least 3.0 GPA, SAT 1000, leadership experience, active involvement in school/community activities, references
December 4 Sign up and find a practice test at www.aaa.com/travelchallengeMore Information
Clemson University - various scholarships available
Architecture
$500 - $2,500; 20 scholarships available; renewable for 2 years
Open to minority/disadvantaged students who are graduating high school seniors. Must be nominated by school counselor or someone who is aware of applicant's interest and aptitude in Architecture by Dec. . Eligible candidates will be sent an application form which is due by Jan. . Selections will be based on financial need, academic achievement, essay, recommendatio
December Clemson University Financial Aid Office, G01 Sikes Hall, Box 345123, Clemson, SC 29634-5123, telephone (864)656-2280 or email [email protected] or visit online www.clemson.eduMore Information
ns, transcript. Must submit a statement of disadvantaged circumstances.
Cabrini College Scholarships
General Up to full tuition
Varies; selection may be based on GPA and SAT or ACT scores
December Call (610) 902-8420 or email [email protected] Information
Do Something BRICK Award
General $2,000 - $25,000
Open to graduating high school seniors who are US citizens. Must show ambition and drive; determination to set and achieve goals. Must demonstrate respect for self, family and community and have the ability to succeed in college
December Visit online http://www.dosomething.org/brickMore Information
National Society of Sons of the American Revolution (NSSAR) - George S. and Stella M. Knight Essay Contest
General $250 to $18,000
Open to US citizens or lawful residents under 20 years old and enrolled in high school. Must prepare an oration about some aspect of the Constitution of the United States with emphasis on the duties and obligations of a citizen to our
December The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, 1000 South Fourth Street, Louisville, Kentucky 40203, telephone (502) 589-1776More Information
government. Contest levels progress from school, Legion Post, district, state and national.
The National Center for Learning Disabilities - various scholarships available
General $500 - $25,000
Compete in an online, 40-question, multiple-choice quiz
December National Center for Learning Disabilities, Inc., 381 Park Avenue South, Suite 1401, New York, NY 10016-8806 or email [email protected] Information
Greensboro College - various scholarships available
General Up to full tuition
Selection is based on class rank, SAT scores, recommendations and an interview.
December 31 Greensboro College, 815 W. Market St., Greensboro, NC 27401, telephone (800) 346-8226. Visit online http://www.gborocollege.eduMore Information
UNC-Asheville - various scholarships available
General $5,000 scholarship and $5,000 grant for the community
Open to US citizens and permanent residents under 25 years old who seek to effect change to better their communities. Must demonstrate the identification of a problem or need within their community. Must be passionately dedicated to generating change and must show effective
December Office of Financial Aid, CPO#1330, The University of North Carolina at Asheville, One University Heights, Asheville, NC 28804-3299, telephone (828) 251-6535. Also visit online http://www.unca.eduMore Information
communication of their vision of the change.
United Negro College Fund (UNCF) - various scholarships available
General $500 to $2,500
Must be a high school sophomore, junior or senior who is a US citizen or legal alien. Must enter contest through a local chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR). Must submit an essay dealing with an event, person, philosophy, or ideal associated with the American Revolution, the Declaration of Independence, or the framing of the US consitution. Essay will be judged for historical accuracy, clarity of thought, organization and proven topic, grammar and spelling, and documentation.
December 31 Visit online http://www.uncf.orgMore Information
Gardner-Webb University - various
General $10,000 Open to high school seniors who have an
December 31 School counselor or Gardner-Webb University, Boiling Springs, NC 28017, telephone (704) 406-4000, or visit online
scholarships available
identified learning disability (candidates with ADD/ADHD also must provide documentation of a specific learning disability). Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, demonstrated financial need and the intention of pursuing an undergraduate degree.
http://www.gardner-webb.eduMore Information
Hobart and William Smith College - various scholarships available
General 80% of tuition, books and expenses
For 4-year scholarships, applicants must have GPA at least 2.5, SAT score at least 920, and meet physical conditions. 2-year and 3-year scholarships are also available.
December Hobart and Smith College, Geneva, NY, 14456-3397, telphone (800) 852-2256. Also visit online http://www.hws.eduMore Information
Davidson College - various scholarships available
General Varies Open to African-American students with unmet financial need.
December Davidson College Office of Financial Aid, Box 7156, Davidson, NC 28035, telephone (800)768-0380 or visit website www.davidson.eduMore Information
UNC-Charlotte - various scholarships available
General Up to $4,800
Be a resident of NC for at least one year and/or graduate in the top 25% of
January 1 Office of Admissions, UNCC, 9201 University City Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28223, telephone (704) 687-2461. Also visit online http://www.uncc.eduMore Information
your high school class, and/or be a dependent of a Southern Baptist ordained minister.
Ron Brown Scholar Program
General Up to full tuition
Selections are based on outstanding academic accomplishments and significant contributions to the community.
January 1 Ms. Fran Hardey, Executive Assistant, Ron Brown Scholar Program, 1160 Pepsi Place, Suite 206, Charlottesville, VA 22901, telephone (434) 964-1588, fax (434) 964-1589. Visit online http://www.ronbrown.org or email [email protected] Information
Elks National Foundation "Most Valuable Student" Award
General $1,000 Open to graduting high school seniors who plan to continue their education at accredited post-secondary colleges, universities or vocational schools. Submit application and reference letters.
January 1 Elks USA Lodge #392, PO Box 19384, Charlotte, NC 28219, telephone (704) 509-4137 or email [email protected] Information
Gates Millenium Scholars - Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
General $750 Open to high school senior females planning to pursue post-secondary education at a 4-year college/university. Submit completed application form, official
January Gates Millenium Scholars Program, PO Box 10500 Fairfax, VA 22031-8044, telephone (877)690-4677 or visit website http://www.gmsp.org See Mrs. GrableMore Information
transcript, and 3-5 page essay.
Champlain College - various scholarships available
General Varies; up to full tuition
High academics and above average test scores, exceptional promise in academics, character, leadership, athletics, and community service
January 2 School Counselor or Champlain College, 163 South Willard Street, Burlington, VT 05401, telephone (800)570-5858. Or email [email protected] Information
Walmart Foundation and the Walton Family Foundation - various scholarships available
General Up to full tuition
Varies; selections are based on GPA, class rank, and SAT or ACT scores
January Visit http://www.walmartfoundation.org to apply onlineMore Information
Colonial Dames of America - Florence Kidder Memorial Scholarship
General $10,000 Open to African Americans. Applicants must have excelled academically, exemplified exceptional leadership potential, made an impact on their communities through service to others, and demonstrated financial need.
January 9 Marie Porter, telephone (704) 364-0496
Education is Freedom
General $1,000 - $15,000; renewable
Open to high school seniors who are US citizens. Selection is
January Education is Freedom, 2711 North Haskell Ave., Suite 300, LB 18, Dallas, TX 75204, telephone (866) EIF-EDUCATEMore Information
based on scholarship, leadership, financial need.
Washington Crossing Foundation
General (for undergraduate students); Mathematics, Science, Engineering, Education, Public Health or Library Science (for graduate students)
Up to full tuition, fees, books, and living expenses
Open to African-Americans, American Indians/Alaska Natives, Asian Pacific Islander Americans, or Hispanic Americans. Must be citizens/permanent residents of the USA. Must be nominated and have cumulative GPA at least 3.3 (4.0 scale). Must have demonstrated leadership commitment through community service or extracurricular activities. Must have significant financial need and meet Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria.
January Washington Crossing Foundation, PO Box 503, Levittown, PA 19058, telephone (215) 949-8841 or email [email protected] Information
North Carolina Hospitality Education Foundation
General Varies Selection based on academic achievement, community service, financial need and leadership
January Corry Fraser, telephone (800)582-8750 or visit online http://www.ncra.orgMore Information
activitiesDiscover Card Tribute Award Program
General $1,000 - $10,000
Varies; Must be a graduating high school senior, US citizen, accepted at an accredited two or four year college/university.
January 12 Discover Card Tribute Award Scholarship Program, telephone (866)756-7932 or visit website www.discovercard.com, click on "About Our Company", then click on "Community Affairs", then click on "Discover Care Tribute Awards".More Information
Elmira College - various scholarships available
General $1,000 to $3,000
Selection based on character, grades, financial need, and a 500 - 700 word essay.
January Elmira College, One Park Place, Elmira, NY 14901, telephone (607) 735-1728 or email [email protected] Information
Converse College - various scholarships available
General $2,000; renewable
Open to current high school seniors who have been a US resident for at least 1 year and have a GPA between 3.0 and 3.5, planning to enroll in a 2-year or 4-year college or university. Selection is based on financial need, leadership/activities, work history, candidate appraisal. Submit application electronically from the website.
January See your high school scholarship coordinator or Office of Admissions Converse College, 580 East Main St., Spartanburg, SC 29302-0006, telephone (800) 766-1125, fax (864) 596-9019 or email [email protected] or visit online www.converse.eduMore Information
East Carolina - various scholarships available
Government Service
$1,500 - $10,000
Open to US citizens who are planning careers in government service. Applicants must write a one-page essay stating why they are planning a career in government service. Selection is also based on recommendations, transcript, and SAT/ACT scores
January Office of Financial Aid, East Carolina University, telephone (252) 328-9379 or email [email protected] Information
Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) - various scholarships available
Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management or Tourism
$750 - $1,500
Open to graduating seniors who will enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two or four-year college or university or vocational-technical school in North Carolina. Must be a North Carolina resident.
January Office of University Admissions, Fairleigh Dickinson University, College at Florham, 285 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ 07940, telephone (800) 338-8803More Information
Microsoft Scholarships - General Scholarships, Women's Scholarships,
General Varies; up to full tuition
Selection is based on GPA, class rank, SAT scores, leadership.
January Visit online www.microsoft.com, click on "College Careers" and then select "Scholarships"More Information
Underrepresented Minority Scholarships, Scholarships for Students with DisabilitiesUNC-Greensboro - various scholarships available
General $10,000 - $23,310
Selection based on SAT scores, class rank, academics and leadership.
January Financial Aid Office, 723 Kenilworth Street, Greensboro, NC, 27402, telephone (336) 334-5702 or email [email protected] Information
USDA/1890 National Scholars Program
General $250 to full tuition
Varies January USDA/1890 Programs, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250, Mail Stop 9478, telephone number (202) 205-5692 or email [email protected] More Information
Western Carolina University - various scholarships available
General Up to full tuition
Varies January Western Carolina University, 218 Killian Annex, Cullowhee, North Carolina 28723, telephone (828) 227-7290 or email [email protected] Information
Erskine College - various scholarships available
General $750 - $1,500; one time (state level winner will receive an additional $22,000)
Open to students who are qualified US citizens in the top 25% of their class. Must plan to attend one of our state-supported universities. Submit typed application, transcript, recent photograph, completed FAFSA form, 2 typed letters of recommendation, personal
January Erskine College, Two Washington Street, P.O. Box 338, Due West, SC 29639 telephone (800)241-8721 or email [email protected] Information
letter, and SAT scores.
The College Board - Young Epidemiology Scholars Competition
General Up to full tuition
Varies; selections are based on GPA, class rank, and SAT scores.
January Young Epidemiology Scholars (YES) Program, The College Board, 11911 Freedom Drive, Suite 300, Reston VA 20190, telephone (800) 626-9795, ext. 5932 or email [email protected] Information
College of Wooster - various scholarships available
Education Varies; $500 - $5,000 renewable
Submit application, essay, two letters of reference, and official transcript.
February Office of Admissions, Wooster, OH 44691, telephone (800) 877-9905. Visit online www.wooster.edu or email [email protected] Information
North Carolina Central University (NCCU) Oratorical Contest
Business or Business Education
Up to $1,000
Open to graduating high school seniors planning to major in business (preferably business education).
February Donna-maria Harris, CW22/MyRDC Television, 3012 Highwoods Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27604, telephone (919) 872-2854 ext 3350 or fax (919) 873-9079
Elon University - various scholarships available
General Varies Varies; Must exhibit leadership and academic merit.
February Admissions Office, 2700 Campus Box, Elon, NC 27244, telephone (800) 334-8448 or email [email protected] Information
National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) - Young Entrepreneur Awards
General Up to full tuition
Varies; selections are based on GPA, SAT or ACT, academic promise, financial need, participation in community service.
February Visit online http://www.NFIB.com or email [email protected] Information
Best Buy Childrens Foundation Scholarships
Atmospheric, Oceanic, or Hydologic
$2,500 - $3,000 per year for two
Requirements vary depending on scholarship; some of the
February Visit website www.bestbuy.com, click on "Community Relations" link, then "Le@rning", then "Best Buy Scholarship".More Information
Science years scholarships specifically target minority students. All scholarships target students planning to study atmospheric science or related oceanic and hydrologic science. Transcripts, test scores, letter of recommendation required.
Burger King Scholars Program
General $2500; two scholarships available
Open to graduating CMS seniors planning to attend an accredited institution. Selection is based on prior academic performance, character, leadership through extra-curricular activities, recommendations and an essay.
February Burger King Scholars Program - USA, Scholarship America, One Scholarship Way, PO Box 297, Saint Peter, MN 56082. Visit website www.bk.com, go to "Company Info" then go to "Community", click on "Burger King/McLamore Foundation", then click on "Scholarship Programs"More Information
Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Scholarships
General $1,000-$10,000
Open to graduating high school seniors preparing to enter a 2-year or 4-year college, university or vocational/technical institute.
February Committee Services Office, Attn: DAR Scholarships, 1776 D Street, NW, Washington, DC 20006-5303 or visit website www.dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm More Information See Mrs. Grable
Must demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit and initiative.
Davidson College - Dick Miller Memorial Scholarship July Experience
General $1,500 Open to graduating high school seniors. Must enter accredited US college/university or technical school in fall immediately after graduation. Selection is based on community service, essay, grades, extracurricular activities and volunteer work. Applications are available online starting January 1, 2008
February The July Experience office, email [email protected] or telephone (704) 894-2508.More Information
Johnson & Wales University - National High School Chef of the Year
General $1,000 Students do not have to be employed by Burger King to be eligible. Must be a deserving student needing funds for college expenses with at least 2.5 GPA; work part-time at least 15 hours per week for 40 weeks per year,
February Johnson & Wales National High School Chef of the Year Contest, Admissions Office, Johnson & Wales University, 801 West Trade Street, Charlotte, NC 28202 or email [email protected] Information
provide recommendations from school and employer, demonstrate community service or extracurricular activities.
Guardian Life Insurance Company of America "Girls Going Places" College Scholarship Program
History, Political Science, Economics, Government or Nursing
$1,000 - $2,000; renewable
Open to graduating seniors. All applicants must obtain a letter of sponsorship from their local DAR chapter. (The only exception is the American Indian Scholarship.) Your state scholarship chairman will assist in locating the chapter nearest you. Please send a self-addressed, stamped business-size envelope to obtain the name and address of your state scholarship chairman and an application for any of the scholarships.
February Visit the Guardian Life Insurance web site http://www.glic.com and then click on "Women's Channel" and then "Girls Going Places College Scholarship". Also check out www.girlsgoingplaces.com. Or email [email protected] Information
Horace Mann Employee Scholarship
Culinary Arts
Up to full tuition
Open to high school juniors and seniors.
February 15 Horace Mann Employee Scholarship Program, 1 Horace Mann Plaza, Mail #M069, Springfield, IL 62715, or visit
Program Submit a Healthy Heritage dinner or dessert recipe. Entries will be judged on taste, presentation, choices, accuracy of the recipe, nutritious value, originality, cost effectiveness, appearance, cooking techniques and creativity
http://www.horacemann.comMore Information
Jiffy Lube Road Trip Scholarship
General $1,000 Open to graduating high school seniors who reside in a participating area. Selections are based on academic performance, financial need, and community involvement.
February 15 See your high school scholarship coordinator or visit website http://www.jiffylubesoutheast.com/scholarship.htmlMore Information
Eckerd College - various scholarships available
Entrepreneurship or Finance
$1,000 - $10,000
Open to girls aged 12-18 who demonstrate budding entrepreneurship and/or have taken steps towards financial independence; have made a difference in their school or
February 16 Financial Aid Office, Eckerd College, 4200 54th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33711, telephone (800) 456-9009 or email [email protected] Information
community. Must be nominated by an adult submitting an essay.
Ortho Carolina Student Athletic Trainer Scholarship
General $5,000 Open to graduating high school seniors who have an entrepreneurial spirit and a GPA of 2.75 or higher. Must plan to pursue a bachelor's degree at a public college or university within your state of residence. Must demonstrate financial need. Applications will be available online from January 1 - February 16, 2007.
February 16 Ortho Carolina, 1001 Blythe Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28203, telephone (704) 373-0544More Information
American Chemical Society Scholars Program
General $1,000 - $10,000
Students must be college-bound high school seniors whose parent or legal guardian is a Horace Mann employee. Must have a GPA equivalent to at least a "B" average, score at least 1100 on the SAT.
February American Chemical Society Scholars Program, Department of Diversity Programs, 1155 16th St., NW, Washington DC 20036, or visit website http://www.chemistry.org/scholars or telephone (800) 227-5558, ext. 6250 or (202) 872-6250. More Information
Ellen Masin Persina National Press Club Scholarship
General Varies; averages $2,000 annually
Demonstrated financial need and ability to succeed in college, unweighted GPA 3.0 to 3.5, combined SAT score less than 1100, involvement in school and community activities. Preference given to students whose parents do not have a college degree. One nominee per high school.
February General Manager's Office, National Press Club, 529 14th Street NW, Washington, DC 20045, telephone (202) 662-7500. Also visit website http://www.press.org, click on "Club Activities", then "Scholarships", then "Persina Scholarship".More Information
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (MCSF)
General $1,500 to full tuition
Varies by scholarship
February Visit website www.mcsf.org or call (800) 292-7777 or email [email protected] Information
National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) Educational Foundation - Maureen L. and Howard N. Blitman, PE, Scholarship to Promote Diversity in Engineering
Sports Medicine
$2,000 Graduating senior with experience in sports medicine and athletic training
February NSPE Educational Foundation, Maureen L. and Howard N. Blitman, PE, Scholarship to Promote Diversity in Engineering, 1420 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314-2794 or visit online http://www.nspe.org/scholarshipsMore Information
Pfizer Epilepsy Scholarship Award
Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Chemical Engineering
Up to $3,000; renewable
Open to minority students. Must be US citizens or permanent residents, high
March Pfizer Epilepsy Scholarship Award Center, c/o The Eden Communications Group, 515 Valley Street, Suite 200 Maplewood, NJ 07040, telephone (800) 292-7373. Or vist website http://www.epilepsy-scholarship.com or email [email protected]
achievers in chemistry or science and planning to pursue a career in a chemically related science, with demonstrated financial need. Submit application and FAFSA.
More Information
Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF)
General $5,000 - $7,500
Must have taken challenging curriculum in high school; excellent academic record, demonstrated leadership.
March 1 Call PGSF at (412) 259-1740 or toll free at (800) 910-4283, or email [email protected] or visit online http://www.gain.net and click on "Programs and Services" then click on "Scholarship"More Information
UNC-Chapel Hill - various scholarships available
General $500 to $10,000
Must be a son or daughter of a Marine on active duty or in the Reserve, a former Marine or Marine Reservist who has received an honorable discharge, medical discharge, or who was killed while in the service of our country or an active duty, reserve, or former US
March 1 The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, PO Box 1080, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, telephone (919) 962-8396 or email [email protected] More Information
Navy corpsman who is serving or has served with the US Marine Corps. Must be a graduating high school senior planning to enroll in an accredited college/university or vocational/technical school, with 2006 family income less than $65,000.
Triangle Pest Control Scholarship
General $1,000 Merit based scholarship for students who plan to study environmental studies
March 2 See Ms. Grable for an application or visit http://www.trianglepest.com/triangle-pest-control-scholarship-fund
Business and Professional Women's Scholarship
General $1,000 Varies; Open to high school seniors
March 1 See Ms. Grable for an application
Love Our Children USA - Darko Rapotez Memorial College Scholarship for Aged Out Foster Youth
General Up to full tuition
Varies; selectios are based on class rank, GPA, SAT/ACT scores
March 1 Visit online http://www.loveourchildrenusa.org/scholarship.php or email [email protected] or write Love Our Children USA, 220 East 57th Street, 9th Floor – Suite G, New York NY 10022–2820, Attn: Darko Rapotez Memorial Scholarship Fund More Information
Kohl's Kids Who Care
General Up to $8,000 for freshma
Open to graduating seniors who are US citizens
March 9 Visit website http://www.kohlscorporation.com, click on "Community Relations" and then "Kohl's Kids Who Care"
n year; $1,000 for previous recipient for sophomore, junior, or senior year
planning to attend one of the 16 universities within the University of North Carolina system. Weighted GPA must be at least 3.4 and SAT at least 1000 (CR + M). Demonstrate community involvement, including leadership roles, and financial need. Must submit a 200-word essay beginning with "I am the best candidate for this scholarship because..."
More Information **See Ms. Grable or a teacher ; you must be nominated for this scholarship
National Art Materials Trade Association (NAMTA) scholarship
General $500 Open to graduating senior female students. Selection based on financial need, GPA, academic performance, extracurricular activities and community involvement. Must submit transcript.
March Visit online http://www.namta.org and click on the "Scholarship Program" link or contact the NAMTA office at (704)892-6244 or email [email protected] Information
NC A&T State University - various
General Up to $5,000 - $10,000
Open to students who have aged out
March NC A&T, 1601 E. Market Street, Greensboro, NC 27411, telephone (336) 334-7973 or email [email protected] or visit
scholarships available
per year of the foster care system. Youths must be between the ages of 18-24 and emancipated or graduating from foster care. Must have at least 3.0 GPA. Scholarships awarded based on academic excellence and financial need.
online http://www.ncat.edu/finaidMore Information
Davidson Institute for Talent Development - Davidson Fellows
General $1,000 - $5,000
Open to students between 6 - 18 years old who volunteer in their community and make a postive contribution. Must be nominated either online or in-store from February 1 - March 15.
March 15 Visit website http://www.davidsoninstitute.org or download application at www.ditdservices.org/Articles.aspx?ArticleID=266&NavID=4_23 or email [email protected] Information
Latin American Women's Association (LAWA) - Hispanic Merit and Achievement Scholarship
Visual Art or Art Education
$1,000 Open to graduating high school students planning to attend an accredited university, college, or technical school. Applicants are judged on GPA, financial need, extracurricular
March 15 Anneliese Horst Foerster, telephone (704) 366-5902 or (704) 552-1003, email [email protected] or write LAWA Hispanic Scholarship, PO Box 471854, Charlotte, NC 28247More Information
activities and special interests.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Rho Psi Omega Chapter scholarship
General Up to full tuition
Varies; Selections are based on academic merit and financial need. Must have GPA of at least 3.0 and SAT at least 1000.
March 15 Email Candace C. Payne-Butler at [email protected] Information
BECA, Inc. - Edna R. Anthony Memorial Scholarship
Science $5,000 Open to female high school seniors planning to major in science who display a "can-do" attitude and determination to excel in the field of science (Geoscience, Biology, Chemistry, Physics/Engineering). Selection is based on prior academic performance, character, leadership and extra-curricular activities, recommendation letters, and an essay.
March BECA, Inc., PO Box 42039, Charlotte NC 28215, or email [email protected] or telephone (704) 236-6067More Information
Gray's College Bookstore
Natural Resources
$1,200 - $1,800
Open to Native American/Alaskan students pursuing a higher
March 23 Robin Jones at Gray's College Bookstore, 9430 University City Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28213, telephone (704)548-8100 or email [email protected] More Information
education in Natural Resources. Must submit letter of application demonstrating interest in Natural Resources, commitment to education and community/culture, academic merit, and financial need. Also submit resume, 3 letters of reference, evidence of validated enrollment in a federally recognized tribe or Native Alaska corporation
National Federation of the Blind (NFB) - various scholarships available
General $500 - $2,000
Open to any (male or female) first or second generation Hispanic student who has been accepted into an institution of higher education and will attend school full time the entire academic year of 2007-2008. Must have
March 28 Mrs. Peggy Elliott, National Federation for the Blind Scholarship Committee, 805 Fifth Avenue, Grinnell, Iowa 50112, telephone (641) 236-3366 or visit online http://www.nfb.org/nfb/scholarship_program.aspMore Information
unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher. Submit application, transcript, 2 letters of recommendation, personal letter explaining your career goals, and copy of college acceptance letter. Must be available for a personal interview.
Louisburg College - various scholarships available
General $200 for textbooks
Open to graduating CMS high school seniors who will be rising freshmen at UNC-Charlotte. Must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 and demonstrated financial need. Submit application, transcript, essay, two letters of recommendation.
March 31 Director of Financial Aid, Louisburg College, 501 Nort Main Street, Louisburg, NC 27549, telephone (800) 775-0208 or (919) 497-3212. Also visit http://www.louisburg.eduMore Information
Sallie Mae Fund - various scholarships available
Teaching Varies Applicants must submit a one-page, handwritten essay
March Visit website http://www.thesalliemaefund.orgMore Information
describing career goals and explaining why they want to be a teacher. Also include a second page outlining academic achievements, leadership, extra-curricular activities, and financial need. Information will be available in January 2008.
UNC-Pembroke - various scholarships available
Varies Up to $4,000
Varies March UNC Pembroke, Office of Financial Aid, PO Box 1510, Pembroke, NC 28372-1510, telephone (910) 521-6255 or email [email protected] Information
Youth Harbor Nana Fund Scholarship
Journalism $5,000 Open to African-American students planning to pursue a career in journalism. Must be a member of NABJ. Submit application with resume, essay, transcript and recommendations.
March Visit online www.youthharbor.org or telephone (704) 372-2363More Information
Carolina Cooperative Credit Union - K.C. Sinclair Scholarship
General Up to full tuition, certain fees and a reasonab
Open to children of disabled, deceased, combat, or POW/MIA war veterans.
March Visit the website http://www.carolinacoopcu.com or contact Scholarship Committee, Carolina Cooperative Credit Union, 2110 Crown Centre Drive, Charlotte NC 28227More Information
le room and board allowance in NC-owned institutions, or $1,500 to $4,500 per academic year in private institutions.
Veteran parent must have been a resident of NC when he/she entered military service or child must be a lifelong resident of NC.
NC American Waterworks Association (NCAWWA) - Carol Bond Memorial Scholarship
General $2500 Open to graduating seniors who have applied for full-time enrollment at a 4-year college/university. Must submit an essay about preventing underage drinking and driving, an application, SAT scores and transcript.
March NC AWWA-WEA, 3701 National Drive, Suite 205, Raleigh, NC 27612, telephone (919) 784-9030 or visit online http://www.ncsafewater.orgMore Information
American Fire Sprinkler Association Scholarship
General $500 Open to graduating high school seniors with minimum 2.5 GPA and proven service to mankind with positive impact on community. Selection is
March Visit American Fire Sprinkler Association website at www.afsascholarship.org. Essay and test are available through the site.More Information
based on application, essay, and recommendations.
American Cancer Society College Scholarships
General $1,000 Open to US citizens who are graduating high school seniors; must be in good standing with respective high school. Must show proof of acceptance from an accredited post-secondary institution, copy of most recent grade report (GPA 2.8 or higher), and typed application form. Students of African descent are encouraged to apply.
April 1 Henry Well at the American Cancer Society, telephone (800) 227-2345 or (803) 750-1693 or email [email protected] Information
ECPI College of Technology
Environmental Science, Earth Science, Science Education
$100 Open to students who are at least 18 years old, with an interest and plan to study environmental science, earth science, or science education
April 1 ECPI, telephone (888) 526-4654More Information
Ayn Rand Essay Contests
Advertising,
$1,000 - $5,000
Open to minority and
April 13 "The Fountainhead" Essay Contest (or "Anthem" Essay Contest), Dept. W, The Ayn
Architecture, Environmental Graphics, Fashion Design, Filmmaking, Fine Arts, Furniture Design, Graphic Design, Illustration, Interior Design, or Landscape Architecture
economically disadvantaged students who show exceptional promise in their chosen field, have an interest in using their profession to give back to society, and are prepared to examine issues of cultural identity in submitted work. Selections are based on academic achievement, recommendations, references and financial need.
Rand Institute, PO Box 57044, Irvine, CA 92619-7044. Or visit online www.aynrand.org, click on "Educational Programs", then click on "Essay Contests". Or email [email protected] Information
Holland & Knight Charitable Foundation Holocaust Remembrance Project
Teaching or General
$1,000 for 4-year college to major in Teaching or $500 for technical school; renewable for up to 3 more school years
Open to graduating high school seniors with GPA at least 3.0. Must be actively involved in their local communities, schools and/or churches. Must exemplify the following core values of Two Men And A Truck: Integrity, Inclusion, Care,
To be Determined (Approximately April 15)
Holocaust Remembrance Project, Holland & Knight Charitable Foundation, Inc., PO Box 2877, Tampa, FL 33601, telephone (866) HK-CARES. Also visit website http://www.holocaust.hklaw.com or www.foundation.hklaw.com or e-mail [email protected] Information
Be your best and have fun, The grandma rule (treat everyone the way you would want your grandma treated), Give back to the community. Submit application, transcript, letter of recommendation from school counselor, 2 letters of reference, essay addressing the question "Describe three of your core values. How have you implemented these core values in your education, community and/or church involvement?"
Bobby Phills Scholarship Fund
General $10,000 A senior student from each North Carolina high school can receive one of these scholarships. Open to students who will enter one of the 16
April 21 Visit www.bobbyphillsfund.com or call (704)333-2013 or email [email protected] Information
constituent campuses of the University of North Carolina system. Preference will be given to students whose parents/guardians or family members are public sector employees who live and work in state and local government agencies. Must exemplify the philosophy "People Helping People" by having demonstrated leadership, excellence of character, integrity, and community involvement. Must have scholastic achievement and at least 2.5 GPA. Must agree to continue as a full time student in good standing with the same university for 8 consecutive semesters.
Bridge General $50 to High school April for Russell Weil, The Bridge Foundation, 311
Foundation Scholarship
$10,000 for 11th and 12th graders; $30 to $2,000 for 9th and 10th graders
juniors and seniors; must complete an essay on the Ayn Rand novel "The Fountainhead". High school freshmen and sophomores; must complete an essay on the Ayn Rand novel "Anthem". Demonstrate an outstanding grasp of the philosophic and psychological meaning of the novel.
juniors/seniors; March for freshmen/sophomores
Atherton Dr., Charlotte, NC 28203 or email [email protected] Information
North Carolina Child Support Council - Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship
General Up to $10,000, an all-expense paid trip to Washington, DC, and a gold medal
This contest is open to all students age 19 and under who meet the following criteria: (1) are currently enrolled as a high school student (grades 9-12) or who are high school seniors who will graduate high school at any time this year, or are students who are enrolled in a high school equivalency program; and (2) are residents
April 30 Angela Bellamy, Supervisor, Durham County CSE, PO Box 810, Durham, NC 27702, telephone (919) 560-8910More Information
of either the United States or Mexico or U.S. Citizens living abroad. Must write an essay analyzing why it is vital that the remembrance, history, and lessons of the Holocaust be passed to a new generation, and what can be done to combat and prevent prejudice, discrimination and violence in our world today.
Alabama State University
General Unspecified; 4-year financial aid package
Open to high school seniors from any public or private high school in Mecklenburg County. The award will be presented to the individual who can best present his or her need for financial aid in order to achieve a specific goal or participate in a particular program at any accredited college/university in the USA. There are no
April School Counselor or Alabama State University, 915 South Jackson Street, G.W. Trenholm Hall, Montgomery, AL, 36101-0271, telephone (334) 229-4862; or email [email protected] Information
minumum academic, athletic, or extracurricular requirements. However, each applicant must be accepted into their chosen institution prior to the award of any part of this scholarship.
American Dental Hygienists Association Scholarships
General $1,000 Open to NC residents. At least 1 parent must be a member of the NC Child Support Council or client of the program. Must attend 2-year or 4-year college in NC, submit copy of acceptance letter; have at least 2.0 GPA, extracurricular activities, financial need
April American Dental Hygienists Association, telephone (800) 735-4916. Visit online at http://www.adha.org or email [email protected] Information
Phoenix Commercial Group - Pay It Forward Scholarships
General $1,000 Open to graduating high school students with at least one parent who is a member of the North Carolina Child Support Council or a client of the
April Cristyle, telephone (704) 975-2728, Phoenix Commercial Group, Attn: Pay It Forward Scholarships, 1727-8A Sardis Road North, Suite 101, Charlotte, NC 28270More Information
Child Support Program. Applicants must have at least a C average in high school and an acceptance letter into a North Carolina college/university or technical institute. Must also provide a high school transcript and two letters of recommendation.
American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AICHE) - various scholarships available
Youth Leadership Scholarship
$500 Outstanding leadership, scholastic accomplishments, community involvement, and extra curricular activities.
April AIChE Awards Administrator, 3 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016-5901; telephone 212-591-7107 or fax 212-591-8882; or email [email protected] Information
Sun Trust Off-to-College Scholarship
General Varies Varies May 1 Register online at http://www.offtocollege.infoMore Information
Council of the Great City Schools and Texas Instruments - Marcia Page Scholarship for African American Females for Mathematics, Engineering and Technology Excellence
Dental Hygiene
$1,000 - $1,500
Open to students who have completed one year of a dental hygiene program, or are in the process of completing it. Scholarships are based on financial need, academic achievement, references.
May 1 Council of the Great City Schools, Attn: Marcia Page Scholarship, 1301 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 702, Washington DC, 20004, telephone (202) 393-2427More Information
Applications are available after January 1, .
Bollinger Foundation
General Up to $3,000
Open to high school seniors who demonstrate a passion for helping others in their community; have at least 2.0 GPA and plan to attend a 2-year or 4-year college or university. Applicants must help at least 3 deserving individuals between the dates of Sunday, April 1, and Monday, April 30,. Submit an essay describing these events and how you believe it may have impacted the lives of the people you helped. Let these 3 people know that the only way to repay you is to help three other people in the
May 7 Corie Ziegler, Bollinger Foundation, c/o IEDC, 734 15th St, NW, Suite 900, Washington DC 20005. Also visit www.bollingerfoundation.org/grants or telelphone Corie Ziegler at (202)942-9476 or email [email protected] Information
near future. Essays will be judged in terms of writing, creativity in helping others, and substance.
Nu Strides Scholarship
General $1,000 plus a $250 gift card
Open to high school seniors. Eligibility is NOT based on GPA or financial need. No purchase or transaction is necessary. Register now online or by mail to enter drawing. Re-register after each drawing to be eligible for next drawing.
May 11 Nu Strides, Scholarship Committee, Attn: Kerel Fryar, 4428 Staffordshire Lane, Charlotte, NC 28213More Information
North Carolina Association of Educational Office Professionals (NCAEOP)
General Unspecified
Available to children whose parent(s) have died. The foundation is interested in helping families in which either the mother or father works or worked in the field of public or affordable housing, or economic or community development. Awards are based on family need.
May See your school scholarship coordinator or email Jo Carpenter at [email protected] or visit online http://www.ncaeop.orgMore Information
Norfolk State University - various scholarships available
General $500 Open to African-American graduating high school seniors who show dedication to community service and have good cititzenship and high moral principles. Must have GPA of at least 2.0 and plans to attend a 2-year or 4-year university.
May Norfolk State University, 700 Park Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23504, (757) 823-8381. Visit online http://www.nsu.eduMore Information
Asian American Journalists Association - National AAJA General Scholarships
General $500 Open to CMS high school seniors. Must be accepted into an accredited 4-year university, have minimum GPA 2.8 on a 4.0 scale, write an essay, submit references.
May AAJA, telephone (415) 346-2051 ext. 102 or email [email protected] Information
Campbell University - various scholarships available
Art $350 - $1,200
Submit two original pieces of artwork. ArtFest is held annually in September.
July Campbell University, PO Box 128, Buies Creek, NC 27506, telephone (800) 334-4111 or (910) 893-1310More Information
Cargill Community Scholarships - various scholarships available
General $200 - $1200
Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic achievement, initiative and financial need.
Varies Visit online www.cargill.com, then click on "About Us", then click "Citizenship", then click "Community Involvement", then click "Education Programs", then click "Scholarships". Or email [email protected]. Also call Bev Loken at (952) 742-7068.
Must be a senior applying for a post-high school program and a US citizen.
More Information
Catawba Valley Community College
General Up to full tuition
Varies; open to bright, talented, and well motivated minority students. GPA and SAT scores will be considered.
Varies School Counselor or Catawba Valley Community College, 2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC 28602, telephone (828) 327-7000 ext. 4288. Visit online www.cvcc.eduMore Information
College Foundation of North Carolina - various scholarships available
Varies Varies; $100 to full tuition, books, fees, supplies, and part-time job
Good scholastic record, demonstrated financial need
Unavailable Visit website http://www.CFNC.org and click on "Scholarships" linkMore Information
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) scholarships
General Varies; $500 to full tuition
Open to graduating high school seniors. Selections are based on GPA, demonstrated college potential and good citizenship, and financial need.
Varies CHCI Scholarship Awards, 911 2nd Street, NE, Washington DC 20002, telephone (202) 543-1771 or email [email protected] Information
Fayetteville State University - various scholarships available
Nursing $1,000 Must be a member of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc. and the American Nurses
Unavailable Office of Financial Aid, Fayetteville State University, 1200 Murchison Road, Fayetteville, NC 28301-4298, telephone (800) 368-4210. Also visit online http://finaid.uncfsu.edu/scholarshipindex.htmMore Information
Association. Must have demonstrated leadership, financial need, grades, essay, recommendation
Franklin and Marshall College - various scholarships available
General Varies Open to graduating North Carolina high school seniors. Requirements vary.
Varies Office of Admissions, PO Box 3003, Lancaster, PA 17604-3003, (717) 291-3991 or email [email protected] Information
Hampton-Sydney College - various scholarships available
General $1,000 - $5,000
Open to Latino students who have a history of performing public service-oriented activities in their communities and who plan to continue contributing in the future. There is no GPA or major requirement.
Unavailable Hampton-Sydney College, Hampden-Sydney, VA 23943, telephone (800) 755-0733 or email [email protected]. More Information
Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)
General Varies Varies Varies Hispanic Scholarship Fund, 55 Second Street, Suite 1500, San Francisco, CA 94105, telephone (415) 808-2376 or (877) HSF-INFOMore Information
James Beard Foundation Scholarship
General Up to full tuition
Open to graduating high school seniors who demonstrated outstanding achievement,
Fall James Beard Foundation, The Beard House, 167 West 12th Street, New York, NY 10011, telephone (212) 627-2308 or visit website http://www.jamesbeard.org, click on "Education" or "Contact Us"More Information
good citizenship, strong leadership and exceptional scholarship during their high school careers.
Johnson C. Smith - various scholarships available
General Varies; $500 to $5,000
Must be of Hispanic heritage; including persons descended from Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Dominican, Central American (excluding Belize), South American (excluding Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana), or other Spanish cultures. Must be a US citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551. Must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent). Must be
Varies High school scholarship coordinator or Johnson C. Smith University, Office of Student Financial Aid, 100 Beatties Ford Rd., Charlotte, NC 28216, telephone (704) 378-1035. Visit online http://www.jcsu.eduMore Information
pursuing or plan to pursue your first undergraduate or graduate degree. Must apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Kappa Military Beautillion
Home building
Up to $200
Selection is based on career objectives, academic record, activities, and financial need. Must submit application.
Unavailable James Aiken, Principal - Villa Heights Elementary, (980) 343-3666, or email [email protected]
King College - various scholarships available
General $1,000 - $5,000
Open to area high school seniors. Criteria for the award are based on athletics, academics, community involvement and school activities.
March King College, 1350 King College Road, Bristol, TN 37620-2699, telephone (423) 652-4725 or (800) 462-0014 or by email at [email protected] Information
Lenoir Rhyne College - various scholarships available
Varies Up to full tuition
Selections are based on GPA, financial need, essay, and recommendations
Unavailable Lenoir Rhyne College, PO Box 7419, Hickory, NC 28603, telephone (828) 328-7304 or (800) 277-5721. Visit http://www.lrc.edu or email [email protected] Information
Limestone College - various scholarships available
Culinary Arts
$500 - $5,000
Must have strong aptitude, financial need, acceptance to culinary school. Submit 2
Unavailable Office of Admissions, Gaffney, SC, 29340 (800) 795-7151, http://www.limestone.eduMore Information
references, tax return. Specific criteria varies for different scholarships. Applications will be available online in January or February
Methodist University Merit Scholarship
General Varies Open to minority students.
Varies
Mount Olive College - various scholarships available
General Up to $9,000
Varies Varies Mount Olive College, 634 Henderson Street, Mount Olive, NC 28365, telephone (800) 653-0854. Visit online http://www.moc.edu or email Katrina Lee at [email protected] Information
National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) Scholarships
Varies Up to full tuition
Selection is based on academic achievement during the high school career and on GPA and SAT or ACT scores at the time of admission into Lenoir Rhyne.
Unavailable National Association of Hispanic Journalists, 1000 National Press Building, 529 14th Street NW, Washington, DC 20045, telephone (202) 662-7145 or email [email protected]. Visit online http://www.nahj.orgMore Information
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Scholarships
Varies Varies Varies; selection may be based on academic merit, financial need, leadership, and performance in music, art, theatre, and athletics.
Unavailable Contact your college Athletic Department for information or visit http://www.ncaa.org See Mrs. GrableMore Information
National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) - National
$16,000 See your school counselor or contact National Achievement Scholarship Program, 1560 Sherman Avenue, Suite 200, Evanston, IL 60201 or visit online http://www.nationalmerit.org
Achievement Scholarship Program
More Information
National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) - National Merit Scholarship Program
General Up to $3,200
Open to CMS high school seniors of Native American descent. Must have GPA at least 3.5 and financial need.
Unavailable See your school counselor or contact National Merit Scholarship Corporation, 150 Sherman Avenue, Suite 200, Evanston, Illinois 60201, telephone (847) 866-5100 or visit online http://www.nationalmerit.orgMore Information
Navy Scholarships
Varies; Ministerial, Athletics, Art, Music
Varies Varies; high school record, interview and/or portfolio
Varies Navy, telephone (800) USA NAVY or visit online http://www.navy.comMore Information
NC Central University - various scholarships available
Journalism $1,000 - $10,000
Open to Hispanic students who wish to pursue a career in journalism. Must plan to attend a community college or university within the US or Puerto Rico. Additional qualifications vary according to scholarship.
Varies NC Central University, Scholarships and Student Aid Office, PO Box 19496, Durham, NC 27707, telephone (919) 530-6180 or email [email protected] Information
NC State University - various scholarships available
Athletics Varies For Division I and II schools, athletic scholarships are awarded directly by each academic institution. For Division III schools, only academic scholarships are
Varies NC State University, Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid, PO Box 7302, Raleigh, NC 27695-7302, telephone (919) 515-2421More Information
offeredNorth Carolina Association of Educators (NCAE) - Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship
General $2,500 Open to African American high school students who are US citizens and plan to enroll full time in college following graduation. Must take the PSAT no later than your junior year and request that you be considered in this competition.
Same as PSAT registration deadline.
State NCAE Office, Attn: NCAE Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Committee, PO Box 27347, Raleigh, NC 27611. Visit website http://www.ncae.org, telephone (800) 662-7924More Information
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) Scholarships
General $2,500 Open to high school students who are US citizens and plan to enroll full time in college following graduation. Must take the PSAT no later than your junior year.
Same as PSAT registration deadline
Visit online http://www.ncpublicschools.org/scholarships or telephone (919) 807-3300More Information
Olympic Memorial Scholarship
General Up to full tuition
Varies; Selection is based on academic achievement, GPA, SAT scores
Varies Pam Espinosa
Parents, Teachers, and Students Association (PTSA)
General Up to full tuition
Varies; Selection is based on academic achievement,
Varies See your high school scholarship coordinator or the president of your PTSA.
Scholarships GPA, SAT scores
Peace College - various scholarships available
General $500 Student must be a senior in high school; exemplifying character, personality, and scholastic achievement. Submit official transcript with a GPA average on 5.0 scale, two letters of recommendation.
Varies Peace College, 15 East Peace Street, Raleigh, NC 27604-1194, telephone (800) PEACE-47 or (919) 508-2260, or visit online http://www.peace.eduMore Information
Presbyterian College - various scholarships available
Education Varies Varies Varies Office of Admissions, Presbyterian College, 503 South Broad St., Clinton, SC 29325, telephone (800) 476-7272 or visit website http://www.presby.edu More Information
Queens University of Charlotte - various scholarships available
General Up to $9,000
Open to college-bound high school senior girls who have distinguished themselves at school and in their community.
Unavailable Queens University of Charlotte, Office of Admissions, 1900 Selwyn Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28274 (704) 337-2212. Also visit website http://www.queens.edu or email [email protected] Information
Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) - various scholarships available
$1000 RIT, 56 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623, telephone (585) 475-2186 or (585) 475-6631 or email [email protected] Information
Shaw University - various scholarships available
General Varies Membership in your school's PTSA
Varies Shaw University, 118 East South St., Raleigh NC 27601, telephone (919) 546-8200 More Information
Society of Women
General Up to full
Open to female students.
Unavailable Society of Women Engineers, 230 E. Ohio St., Suite 400, Chicago, IL, 60611, telephone
Engineers (SWE)
tuition, room and board
Selection based on GPA, SAT score, class rank, evidence of strong community involvement.
(312) 596-5223. Or visit online http://www.swe.org or email [email protected] Information
The Art Institutes - various scholarships available
General Up to full tuition
Open to US citizens who are residents of Mecklenburg County. Selection is based on GPA, leadership, citizenship, and scholarship.
Varies
Wade Edwards Short Fiction Scholarship Contest
General Up to full tuition
Varies Varies
Wingate University - various scholarships available
General Varies Selections are based on GPA, SAT score and class rank
Varies
Winston-Salem State University - various scholarships available
Computer Science or Engineering
$1,000 - $6,000
Varies; Open to female students admitted to a 4-year program in preparation for careers in engineering, engineering technology, and computer science. Must have at least 3.5 GPA
Varies
