SCHOLARSHIPS

Each year there are hundreds of scholarships available for students transitioning to higher education.

Scholarships and grants are offered by individuals, corporations and foundations, colleges and universities, as well as state and federal aid. Students can search for scholarships on the Internet

under hundreds of scholarship databases.

Make sure you take the time to SEARCH and APPLY for SCHOLARSHIPS!!! April Deadline: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Nu Zeta Omega Chapter Eligible: Senior Criteria: Academic achievement, community involvement, essay, GPA 2.5+, transcript Award: Up to $1,000 Deadline: 4/30; Applications available in the Career Center and at www.aka-nzomega.org! If you have any questions or need help completing the application, please see Mrs. Savoy in room A225. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Xi Alpha Lambda Chapter Ira Dorsey Scholarship Eligible: Senior male Criteria: Character, financial need, extracurricular activities, essay, GPA 2.5+, transcript, recommendations, essay Award: $1500 Deadline: 4/28; http://idsef.apaxal.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2017%20Ira%20Dorsey%20Scholarship%20Application.pdf American Society of Military Comptrollers Southern Maryland Chapter Eligible: Senior Criteria: Must be entering a field of study directly related to business or financial management, business administration, economics, public administration, accounting, or related area of study Award: Varies Deadline: 4/14; Applications available in the Career Center! Angie Houtz Memorial Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: Unweighted 3.0 GPA, 200 hours of community service, attend a Maryland 2 or 4-yr. college Award: $1000 Deadline: 4/30; application: http://theangiefund.com/Scholarship.html Army Officers’ Wives Club of the Greater Washington Area Eligible: Graduating college-bound seniors who are dependents of an active duty, retired, or deceased Army member residing in the Greater Washington Area Criteria: 3.0+ GPA, Academic and citizenship achievements, essay, recommendations, transcript. Financial need will not be considered. Award: varies Deadline: 4/14; https://aoscgwasecure.wildapricot.org/ Application available at: https://aoscgwasecure.wildapricot.org/high-school-student-application Blacks in Government - Carl T. Rowan Chapter Evangeline Montgomery Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: Min. GPA 3.0, official transcript, essay, letter of recommendation Deadline: 4/16; For an application go to: www.bigctr.org Applications also available in the Career Center!

This list of scholarships can be found on the St. Charles High School website at: www.ccboe.com/beta/stcharles/images/careercenter/SCHOLARSHIPS.pdf

Blacks in Government – Oratorical and S.T.E.M Competition Coast Guard Chapter Eligible: Grades 9 – 12 Criteria: Award: Varies Deadline: 4/10; www.bigcgchapter.org/scholarships.html Bowie State University Institutional Scholarship Del. James E. Proctor, Jr. Scholarship Eligible: Seniors, accepted to Bowie State University for the Fall 2017 Criteria: Min GPA 2.5, completed FAFSA, 250 word essay, topic provided Deadline: 4-17; Application available in the Career Center! Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club of Maryland Scholarship Henry O. Flipper Memorial Scholarship Fund Eligible: Seniors Criteria: GPA 3.0+, U.S. citizen, Letter of Recommendation, essay, interview (if necessary) Award: $1,000 scholarship Deadline: 4/15; http://buffalosoldiersmccmd.org/about/scholarship/

Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club of Maryland Scholarship William C. Price Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: GPA 2.5+, U.S. citizen, Letter of Recommendation, essay, interview Award: $1,000 scholarship Deadline: 4/1; http://buffalosoldiers-maryland.net/faq/ Central Scholarship Bureau Scholarships and Grants Eligible: Maryland Resident (or reside within 200 miles of Baltimore City) Criteria: US Citizen or Permanent Resident, family income below $66,000, GPA of 2.0 or higher to be competitive, enrolled in or applying to an accredited US college. Award: Varies Deadline: 4/1; www.central-scholarship.org

2017 Charles County Master Gardener Scholarship Eligible: High School Seniors Criteria: GPA 3.0+, Letter of Recommendation, resume, major in science (animal, earth, physical, environmental, life, marine, plant), essay, transcript Award: $1,000 Deadline: 4/28; Applications available in the Career Center! Charles Regional Medical Center Auxiliary, Inc. Health Scholarships Ann Roberts Health Career Scholarship Eligible: Graduating high school senior who is a resident of Charles County Criteria: 3.0+ GPA during Jr. & Sr. years in high school, pursuing a career in health care, two letters of recommendation, transcript, interview Award: 4 -$1,000 Deadline: 4/30; www.charlesregional.org - click on “About Us” then “Volunteer”, application download on left College of Southern Maryland Academic Excellence Scholarship Eligible: Seniors who plan to attend CSM Criteria: unweighted GPA 3.5, FAFSA, financial need, essay Award: varies Deadline: Priority consideration 4/7; http://www.csmd.edu/costs-aid/credit-costs-aid/scholarships-financial-aid/scholarships/academic-excellence-scholarship/index.html Applications also available in the Career Center! Dahlgren Officers’ Spouses’ Club Rosemarie Blades Honorary Scholarship Eligible: Seniors dependent of military personnel currently or previously assigned to Dahlgren, VA Criteria: Scholastic achievement, academic honors, school and community activities, essay Award: multiple Deadline: 4/1; www.dahlgrenosc.webs.com (Click on Scholarships and Charities)

Educational Systems Federal Credit Union Business and Finance Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: Completed Business Management & Finance Program Course requirements, internship and essay Award: $500 Deadline: 4/11; www.esfcu.org/2016scholarships

Educational Systems Federal Credit Union The Dorothy Marvil Memorial Scholarship Eligible: Seniors who are members of Educational Systems Federal Credit Union Criteria: GPA 2.75+ and essay Award: $3,000 Deadline: 4/3; www.esfcu.org/DorothyMarvil

Elizabeth Ann “Libby” Frist Memorial Scholarship Gram’s Promise Charitable Fund Eligible: Senior Criteria: Tobacco free and has demonstrated a commitment to anti-smoking advocacy, Deadline: 4/21, https://gramspromisefoundation.files.wordpress.com/2016/07/scholarship-application-for-2017.pdf

Esperanza Scholarship Fund Eligible: Senior born outside the U. S. or that has two parents who were born outside the U.S. Criteria: This scholarship is limited to immigrant students. Essay, transcript, ACT or SAT, letter of recommendation. Award: $5,000-$20,000 Deadline: 4/1; www.esperanzafund.org/about-our-scholarship; www.esperanzafund.org

Federal Water Quality Association Eligible: High school seniors who are planning to pursue environmental careers Criteria: Academic achievement, leadership/community service, level of commitment to environmental protection as demonstrated in the essay and career goals. Award: $2,000

Deadline: 4/10; www.fwqa-dc.org/

Green Pest Services Maryland Scholarship Eligible: Senior Criteria: Min GPA 3.0, based primarily on need, but does not exclude achievement standards, SAR, transcript Award: $750 Deadline: 4/14; http://greenpestservices.net/maryland-scholarship/

Hecht & Associates, LLC Perseverance Scholarship Eligible: Senior Criteria: Video or Essay Award: $2,500 Deadline: 4/30; http://hechtassociates.com/scholarship

Links Inc. Southern Maryland Chain Chapter Eligible: High School Seniors Criteria: Academic, community involvement, essay, letter of recommendation, interview, transcript, financial need Award: $500- $1,000 Deadline: 4/1; Applications available in the Career Center! Maryland Emergency Management Association (MEMA) Scholarship Program Eligible: High School Seniors Criteria: Essay, Community Involvement, Student Records, Grades, Financial Need, Letters of Recommendation Award: $1,000 Deadline: 4/1; Applications available in the Career Center!

Maryland Multicultural Coalition Chapter of the National Association for Multicultural Education Eligible: High School Seniors who are planning on becoming teachers Criteria: Essay, Community Involvement, Student Records, Grades, Financial Need, Letters of Recommendation Award: $1,000 Deadline: 4/1; Applications available in the Career Center!

Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association (*SCHOLARSHIP will be available on March 1st) Minds in Motion Scholarship Eligible: Senior Scholar Athletes Criteria: 3.25+ unweighted GPA and participation in interscholastic athletics while in high school Award: $1,000 Deadline: 4/7 at 12:00 Noon; http://www.mpssaa.org/membership-services/minds-in-motion/scholarship-application/ Maryland Saltwater Sportfishing Association (MSSA) Scholarship Eligible: Senior Criteria: Major in Marine Biology, Environmental Engineering and Management, Fisheries Management or other related majors related to coastal waters; essay, letter of recommendation, transcript Award: $1,000 Deadline: 4/14; http://mssa.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2017MSSAScholarshipAppForm.pdf; For more information visit: http://mssa.net/scholarshipfoundation

Maryland Senatorial & Delegate Scholarships

Who may apply??? Students planning to enroll as full-time or part-time, degree-seeking undergraduates at a 2-year or 4-year public or independent college or university in Maryland may apply. Students attending private career schools are also eligible to apply.

Senatorial Scholarships

Senator Thomas M. Middleton 301-858-3616 File your FAFSA by March 1st to be considered for this scholarship. There is no application for this scholarship. Once you file your FAFSA, the information is reviewed by MHEC and you will be notified if you are eligible to receive this scholarship.

Delegate Scholarships

Delegate Sally Jameson Contact: 301-858-3337 DEADLINE: April 15, 2017. Applications are available in the College & Career Center! Delegate C.T. Wilson Contact: 301-858-3325 DEADLINE: Received by April 3, 2017. Applications are available in the College & Career Center! Delegate Edith J. Patterson Contact: 301-858-3247 DEADLINE: April 3, 2017. Applications are available in the College & Career Center!

You must file a FAFSA by March 1st to be considered for any of the Maryland Senatorial, Delegate, or State Scholarships

McDonough Charity School Grant Eligible: Seniors Criteria: Financial need, to qualify the family income allotment is $100,000 for a family of three, with $5,000 extra allotted per child living at home. Award: varies Deadline: 4/1; Applications available in the Career Center!

Miss Utility Scholarship Program Eligible: High School Seniors Criteria: Essay, extracurricular activities, Letters of Recommendation, transcript Award: $1,008.11 Deadline: 4/21; www.missutility.net/scholarship Questions – kfrancois@mghus.com or call 410-581-5928 Morgan State University, George F. DeFord Scholarship Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter Eligible: High School Seniors Criteria: Attending Morgan State University Fall of 2017; 2.5+ GPA on a 4.0 scale Award: $1,000 Deadline: 4/14; Applications available in the Career Center! National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. of Southern Maryland Scholarship Eligible: Minority Seniors Criteria: Excellent character, leadership, academic achievement, GPA 2.5+, teacher recommendation, transcript, essay Award: varies Deadline: 4/1; Applications available in the Career Center! National Society of Black Engineers Southern Maryland Professionals Eligible: Senior, African American Criteria: Majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math in Fall 2017 Award: min $500, not to exceed $1000 Deadline: 4/7; apply https://goo.gl/RkaWbp or Applications available in the Career Center! Naval Officers’ Spouses’ Club of Washington, D.C. 2017 Scholarship Program Eligible: Seniors Criteria: Dependents of USN officer and enlisted active duty, reserve, retired, or deceased personnel, essay, letter of recommendation Award: Varies Deadline: 4/1; https://noscdc.wildapricot.org/philanthropy No Excuses at Neal Scholarship Mary B. Neal Elementary School Eligible: Seniors from St. Charles High School ONLY Criteria: Plans to pursue a career in teacher education; GPA 3.0+, essay, letters of recommendation Award: $500 Deadline: 4/28; Applications available in the Career Center! Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Tau Lambda Lambda Chapter John Lancaster & W. Cecil Short Charity Foundation Eligible: Senior Criteria: Extracurricular activities, leadership, sports, community involvement, honors, essay, letters of recommendation Award: $1,000 Deadline: 4/1; Applications available at www.southernmdques.org or www.jlwcscharityfoundation.org Pomonkey High School Alumni Association, Inc. Scholarship Eligible: Senior who is an heir to a paid member of the Pomonkey High School Alumni Association, Inc. Criteria: 2.0+ GPA, transcript Award: $500 Deadline: 4/11; Applications in the Career Center! Prince George’s County Maryland Chapter of the Norfolk State University Alumni Association Scholarship Eligible: Seniors accepted to Norfolk State University Criteria: GPA 2.5+, exhibits qualities and traits of leadership, and service to school and community Award: $1000 Deadline: 4/14; Applications available in the Career Center!

Sabre STEM Scholarship Eligible: Senior Criteria: unweighted 3.25+, letters of recommendation, STEM activities/experiences, plan on majoring in STEM areas Award: $1,500 Deadline: 4/14; www.sabresystems.com, www.sabresystems.com/about/corporate-giving, http://www.sabresystems.com/Documents/STEM/Sabre%20Scholarship%20Instructions.pdf Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) Scholarship Eligible: Graduating high school seniors residing within the SMECO service area Criteria: Must have a cumulative 3.0+ GPA, Based on Scholastic Achievement (40%), Financial Need (50%), Community Involvement & School Involvement (10%) - Essay required, see application for topic. Award: $1,500 Deadline: 4/3; Applications available in the Career Center or can be downloaded at: www.smeco.coop/community/schools/scholarships. For more information contact Bernadette Lewis at 1-888-440-3311, ext.4340 or email her at Bernadette.Lewis@smeco.coop or visit www.smeco.coop St. Charles High School Athletic Booster Club Scholarship Eligible: Seniors from St. Charles High School ONLY Criteria: GPA 3.0+, letter of recommendation, resume, transcript, essay Award: Two - $1,000 and Two - $500 scholarships Deadline: 4/18; Applications available in the Career Center! St. Charles High School PTSO Scholarship Eligible: Seniors from St. Charles High School ONLY Criteria: GPA 3.0+, letter of recommendation, resume, transcript, essay Award: $500 (2) Deadline: 4/28; Applications available in the Career Center! State of Maryland International Reading Association Council Joseph Fox, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Eligible: Seniors majoring in Education with the intent to pursue teaching as a career Criteria: GPA 3.2+, Must major in education and intend to pursue teaching as a career, community service in education-related activities or organizations/clubs Award: $2,000 Deadline: 4/15; www.somirac.org/scholarship-opportunities.html; www.somirac.org

STEM Innovators Scholarship National Society of Black Engineers: Potomac River Professionals Chapter Eligible: African American Seniors Criteria: Major in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math Award: $1,000 Deadline: 4/30; http://nsbepotomacriver.org/ Student-View Scholarship Program - 2017 Eligible: Seniors Criteria: 15-20 minute survey about colleges Award: Multiple levels up to $4,000 scholarship Deadline: 4/22; www.student-view.com/ScholarshipWmap.html Tuskegee Airmen Inc., Educational Assistance Scholarship East Coast Chapter Eligible: Senior Criteria: GPA 3.0+ of a 4.0 scale, Letters of Recommendation, Essays, List of extracurricular and community activities, Transcript, Financial Need, preference to students pursuing a career in the field of aviation, aerospace, and science technology Award: Varies Deadline: 4/1; Applications available in the Career Center

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Phi Alpha Zeta Chapter Eligible: Female Senior Criteria: GPA 2.5+ on a 4.0 scale, Accepted into 4-year college, Transcript, Letters of Recommendation, Financial Need, Community Involvement, Essay Award: Three - $500 Scholarships

Deadline: 4/15; Click on Official Phi Alpha Zeta Chapter Scholarship Application or Applications available in the Career Center! May Deadline: Andrews Federal Credit Union Eligible: Senior Criteria: Member or member dependent of AFCU, essay or video, community service Award: $1500 Deadline: 5/15; Apply at: https://andrewsfcu.org/andrews-federal-scholarship-program.html B. Davis Scholarship Eligible: Juniors and Seniors Criteria: 1000 word essay Award: $1000 Deadline: 5/22; www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm

Charles County Farm Bureau Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: Charles County resident, majoring in agriculture related field, forestry, animal science, natural resource management; GPA 2.50+, essay Award: $1,000.00 Deadline: 5/1; Applications available in the Career Center OR email ricefarms3@gmail.com for an application. For questions, please call Melinda Rice at 301-643-4039. DeAndre Lorenzo White Memorial Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: 2.5 GPA or higher, community service or church service Award: $1,500 Deadline: 5/15; www.deandrewhitescholarshipfund.com Delta Kappa Gamma Society Epsilon Chapter Eligible: Seniors Criteria: Plan to attend a Maryland State School and pursue a career in education. Transcript, two letters of recommendation, and application Award: $500 Deadline: 5/1; Applications available in the Career Center! Maryland Association of Private Colleges and Career Schools (MAPCCS) Eligible: Seniors Criteria: Students interested in attending private colleges and career schools in such fields as Cosmetology, Barbering , Broadcasting, Automotive Technology, Medical Assistant, Dental Assistant, HVAC and PC support, transcript, community involvement, extra-curricular participation, Letters of Recommendation, essay. Award: Varies $500- $24,000 Deadline: 5/12; http://mapccs.org/scholarships Port Tobacco Players Memorial Scholarship Eligible: Graduating high school senior Criteria: GPA 3.0+, must be enrolled in a theater arts or music program or have a proven interest in the theatre arts. Applicants will be judged by their scholastic ability, activities, particularly theater related, endeavors including community involvement. Award: $1,000 Deadline: 5/1; www.ptplayers.com/ptp-memorial-scholarship-award.html

Society of Women Engineers Eligible: Graduating high school female, applicant in good standing or accepted for Fall 2016 term at an ABET/CSAB accredited engineering degree program Criteria: GPA 3.0-4.0, letters of recommendation, resume Award: Varied Deadline: 5/1; www.swe.org, https://scholarships.swe.org/applications/login.asp Sun Trust Scholarship Eligible: High School Seniors Criteria: Two winners will be chosen every two weeks from September 14, 2015 through May 13, 2016. Award: $500 Apply: https://www.suntrusteducation.com/ScholarshipSweepstakes/ - NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER TO WIN The Paula Kovarick Segalman Family Scholarship Fund For ALS Eligible: Senior with a parent or legal guardian currently battling ALS or who has passed away from the disease Criteria: GPA 2.5+, annual household income of less than $50,000, 2 or 4-year college bound Award: $25,000 Deadline: 5/1; http://webdc.alsa.org/site/PageNavigator/DC_6_Paula_Segalman_Scholarship.html

Worldstudio AIGA Scholarship The Design Continuum Fund Eligible: Senior Criteria: GPA 2.0+, study art and design disciplines in college and universities, financial need, minority status not required but significant factor Award: $1,000 - $5,000 Deadline: 5/1; http://givecontinuum.org/apply

June Deadline: Abbott and Fenner Business Consultants Scholarship Eligible: Juniors & Seniors Criteria: To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay on the topic below. The essay should be between 500 and 1000 words. “Describe your educational career and life goals. Explain your plan for achieving these goals. Include your degree/major, why you selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals.” Award: $1,000 Deadline: 6/12; http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm

Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship Program Eligible: Seniors Criteria: intends to pursue an animation related field at an accredited post-secondary school or college, have a passion for an animation related career. Award: $1,000 Deadline: 6/1; www.AnimationCareerReview.com

Aspiring Business Professional Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: intend to pursue a business related field and have a passion and drive for a business related career, demonstrate academic success Award: $1000 Deadline: 6/1; www.onlinembareport.com/ombar-aspiring-business-professional-scholarship-program, www.onlinembareport.com/ Aspiring Fashion Professional Scholarship Program Eligible: Seniors Criteria: intend to pursue a fashion related field at an accredited post-secondary school or college, have a passion for a fashion related career. Award: $1,000 Deadline: 6/1; www.fashion-schools.org/aspiring-fashion-professional-scholarship-program

Aspiring Nurse Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: A track record of academic excellence, particularly in science & math, a passion for the nursing profession and the overall field of healthcare. Award: $1,000 Deadline: 6/30; www.nursingschoolsalmanac.com Horatio Alger Career & Technical Scholarship Program Eligible: Seniors enrolled in a career or technical degree/certificate granting program Criteria: Plan to attend a community college or technical school in Fall 2017, financial need Award: Varies Deadline: First priority deadline 6/15; apply online http://application.horatioalger.org The Big Sun Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: Student involved in a sport in high school or the community Award: $500 Deadline: 6/19; www.bigsunathletics.com 2017 Maryland Hispanic Achievement Scholarship Eligible: Senior Criteria: Significant community service, GPA 2.5+, financial need, do not have to be Hispanic or Latino descent Award: $2000, disbursed mid-December for current year so that funds are available for spring enrollment Deadline: 6/30, apply online: http://montgomeryhispanicgala.org/scholarship.html

July Deadline: Console & Hollawell’s Legal Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: students planning to pursue a legal degree, pre-law, paralegal studies, legal assisting, juris doctor Award: $1000 Deadline: 7/15; http://www.myinjuryattorney.com/legal-scholarship/

Ongoing: Kids’ Chance of Maryland, Inc. Eligible: Student with a parent or guardian who has suffered a catastrophic or fatal accidental injury or occupational disease while working for a Maryland employer Award: Varies, depending on need and educational expenses, covers tuition and books, may also include housing and meals Apply: www.kidschance-md.org

Here are some scholarship opportunities offered by specific schools or organizations.

ALWAYS, ALWAYS, ALWAYS go to the college’s website to check for more scholarship

opportunities!!!

To be eligible for scholarships offered by individual schools, the student

must apply and be planning to attend that particular college or university.

SCHOLARSHIPS from SPECIFIC SCHOOLS or ORGANIZATIONS

Medical Condition Scholarships This is a listing of scholarships that are offered for students with specific medical conditions. There are also some for students who have a parent or a family member with a specific diagnosis. Most can be used at any school. Some cover one specific condition, while others cover whole types of diagnoses (such as all types of cancers) or even all chronic diseases. Most have some type of eligibility requirements, usually financial ones. How to Search for Scholarships: The scholarships are sorted several ways:

By Medical Condition/Diagnosis (specific conditions such as brain cancer or general categories like cancer)

By Non-Medical Condition (social, emotional, psychological or educational issues and disabilities. This includes such categories as bereavement, bullying victims, family issues and children whose family has or is in the Armed Forces).

By All Conditions

By Residency of Applicant

By Scholarship Name Visit: http://www.needymeds.org/scholarships.taf

United Negro College Fund (UNCF) Scholarships UNCF manages various scholarship programs and each program has its own eligibility criteria, open/close dates and required documentation. To apply for a UNCF scholarship, you must apply through the on-line application process. For more information about deadlines and the award amounts, go to: https://scholarships.uncf.org/

www.mhec.state.md.us www.finaid.com www.fastweb.com www.blackstudents.blacknews.com www.studentaid.ed.gov www.meritaid.com www.studentscholarships.org www.scholarships.com www.MDgo4it.org www.cappex.com http://www.chegg.com/scholarships https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/ www.collegecost.ed.gov www.goodcall.com www.going2college.org

http://www.act.org/content/act/en/education-and-career-planning/financial-aid.html College Affordability and Transparency Center This website by the U.S. Department of Education helps students find information about how much it costs to attend different colleges. Below is a list of links available:

College Scorecard - Helps you search for a college that is a good fit.

College Navigator - Helps you search for and compare colleges based on all sorts of criteria (costs, majors offered, size of school, campus safety, graduation rates, admission, retention, and financial aid).

Net Price Calculator Center – Allows you to find links to colleges’ net price calculators. Net price calculators help you estimate how much colleges cost after scholarships and grants.

College Affordability and Transparency List – You can find information about tuition and net prices at postsecondary institutions.

VISIT: www.collegecost.ed.gov

“My College Dollars” Launched by MTV, Get Schooled, and the College Board - Connects students with targeted financial aid opportunities. Visit: http://mycollegedollars.hyfnrsx1.com/scholarships/search.

GI Transferability Bill Post 9/11 GI Bill family transfer option allows service members to shift their benefits to their families. For more information, see www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/handouts_forms.asp. U.S. Senate approved a new benefit for student veterans and their families. The proposal would require public universities that want to continue receiving GI Bill benefits to offer recent veterans in-state tuition. Veterans’ spouses and dependents are also being eligible for the benefit.

SCHOLARSHIP and COLLEGE Information Online

Career One Stop Search more than 7,500 scholarships, fellowships, loans, and other financial aid opportunities: www.careerinfonet.org/ScholarshipSearch.

Central Scholarship Bureau

Seniors planning to attend college full time in the fall who meet other eligibility requirements may apply for scholarships

and loans through this Maryland agency. Applications begin Jan 1. Visit: www.central-scholarship.org

Student Scholarships.org

Maryland scholarship database, quality & depth information, huge time saver, free newsletter option, privacy policy www.studentscholarships.org

Merit Scholarships Seniors should contact the Financial Aid Office of their prospective colleges to see if separate applications for aid are due this fall. Some scholarships require a counselor or principal nomination. Ask your prospective colleges' financial aid office for merit scholarship applications. For additional information visit: https://www.cappex.com/scholarships/ (Scroll down to the Merit Aid information.)

Free Scholarship Searches

More than 70 no-cost scholarship websites, information which includes an instant GPA calculator, contact info. for every college in the U.S., a list of colleges which offer comprehensive programs for students with learning disabilities, lists of Christian, Catholic, and woman's colleges, a list of HBCU's, and links to more than 2,500 career schools, online degree programs, and colleges. www.college-scholarships.com/free-scholarship-searches/

Seniors planning on attending the College of Southern Maryland after

graduation…

Check out CSM’s Online Scholarship Finder Starting February 20, 2017!

It’s Online! It’s EASY! It’s FREE! Check it out!

Visit www.csmd.edu/scholarshipfinder for the most up-to-date information and eligibility requirements. Students can begin applying for scholarships for the 2017-2018 academic year starting

February 20, 2017. Remember to apply early for best consideration! Contact the CSM Financial Assistance Department at (301) 934-7531 for additional information.

Application DEADLINE – May 31, 2017

College of Southern Maryland – Academic Excellence Scholarship Seniors who plan to attend CSM, unweighted GPA 3.5+, FAFSA, financial need, essay

Deadline: Priority consideration April 7, 2017; Applications available in the Career Center!

Additional Resources The College of Southern Maryland also has some additional resources to help answer questions about Financial Aid (These resources are helpful no matter what college you plan to attend.)

Go to: http://csmd.financialaidtv.com/

Compare Financial Aid Offers & College costs:

www.consumerfinance.gov/paying-for-college

Maryland Public Television (MPT) also has a website: Ways to Pay for College which provides resources and videos you can watch. Go to: www.mpt.org/college