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VHS Scholarship Newsletter February 2016 v. 2
All scholarships are listed in DUE DATE order.
Come to School Counseling for applications or more information. ** Check out the Scholarship website for more information:
http://vhs-scholarships.weebly.com **
Upcoming Testing Dates & Deadlines: SAT:
o Practice available at http://sat.collegeboard.org/practice
ACT: o You must register on-line at www.act.org.
Upcoming Colleges and Universities visits to Varina:
Richard Bland- February 16th=On-site admissions, must have completed application
COLLEGE OPEN HOUSES
Bridgewater College –Feb 13th and March 19th. Register online at https://www.bridgewater.edu/about-bc/visit-bridgewater
Christopher Newport- Feb 20th and March 19th Register online at http://cnu.edu/admission/freshman/visit/openhouse/index.asp
James Madison University- Feb 27th. Register at http://www.jmu.edu/admissions/visit/index.shtml
Mary Baldwin- Health Sciences-Feb 20th 10 am to 3 pm Register online at: www.mbc.edu/visit University of Mary Washington - Feb 15th, March 25th
http://www.umw.edu/vadmissions/visit/open-houses/ University Of Richmond- March 21st. Register at http://admissions.richmond.edu/visit/index.html Virginia Military Institute- Feb 26th-27th, and March 11th-12th.Register at
http://admissions.vmi.edu/visit/
College Applications:
o Common Black Application
Apply to any number of HBCUs at the same time for $35 www.CommonBlackCollegeApp.com
o Air Force Academy Admissions
Juniors start considering the application process now. For more information visits www.academyadmissions.com
Upcoming Programs Health Professions Career Exploration
Designed to expose college freshman, sophomores and juniors to the diverse health sciences careers within the VCU School of Allied Health Professions.
Two-week, non-residential program in which students will get to learn about career opportunities, experience hands on activities within each discipline.
Aging studies, clinical lab sciences, health admin, nurse anesthesia, occupational therapy, patient counseling, physical therapy, radiation science and rehabilitation counseling
No program fee to participate Program application deadline: April 3, 2015
Pass Assured’s Pharmacy Technician Training Program
Immediately after graduation, the student can sit for the PTCB exam to be licensed as a Pharmacist Distance learning, class within a class, independent study, self-contained Pass Assured’s pharmacy technician training program is $229.00/student per year. Visit website www.passassured.com or call them at (866)778-7277
Liberty University School of Aeronautics – Flight Training for high school students
Free private pilot ground school class this fall for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. It will cover the entire King Schools Private pilot course with an actual sit in class to go along with it.
For more information, visit www.liberty.edu/index.cfm?PID=147
Scholarship Information FEBRUARY
o Lee Jackson Scholarship Eligible: Junior or senior, planning to attend four-year college or university, if planning to
attend community college first – then the student must be enrolling into the college transfer program at the community college, financial need is not a requirement.
Award: $1,000-$2,000 Deadline: February 15th Applications available in the Scholarship Drawer under “L” or on the Scholarship website.
o WACE Partner Institutions – Scholarship
Eligible: 3.5 GPA, planning to apply to one of the following schools – Clarkson University, Drexel University, Johnson & Wales University, Merrimack College, SUNY Oswego, and/or University of Massachusetts Lowell.
Award: varies by school Deadline: February 15th Application available in Scholarship Drawer under “W”, on the Scholarship website, or online at
www.wace.org. More information about scholarship is available at their website.
o You Deserve it Scholarship
Eligible: Apply between 12:00am on 11/15/15 to 2/15/16 and be a resident on any of the 50 United States, D.C. or US Territories
Applications can be found at: www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/12809/you_deserve_it_scholarship_scholarship.php
o Bezos Scholars Program @ the Aspen Institute Eligible: High School Juniors Requirements: Enrolled in an AP; IB or college level classes. Deadline: February 16th For more information and applications visit: BezosFamilyFoundation.org/Scholars
o TUCKAHOE WOMAN’S CLUB Eligibility: Graduating senior planning to attend college Requirement: Student must reside and attend a high school in the Richmond area; Minimum
GPA of 3.5; Financial Need, strong participation in school activities and community service Deadline: Must be received by the Tuckahoe Woman’s Club by February 25th Award: Up to $3,000 Applications are available in the scholarship drawer under “T”
o Greater Richmond Relocation Council (GRRC) Scholarship
Eligibility: High School senior in good standing in the Richmond/Tidewater area public high school.
Requirements: Relocated between grades 9 and 12, relocated more than 50 miles and changed schools due to relocation, minimum cumulative GPA of a 2.5
Award: Minimum $1,000 Deadline: February 29th Applications are available in the scholarship drawer under “G”
o Colonial Agricultural Educational Foundation 2016-2017 Scholarship
Recipients must be of at least college age, reside in one of the counties served by Colonial Farm Credit, and be a full-time student.
Award: $1,500-$5,000 Deadline: February 29th Applications and rules are available at: www.colonialfarmcredit.com/scholarships
o Buick Achievers Scholarship Program
Eligible: High School Senior who plan to enroll in a full-time College/University in 2016-2017. Requirements: Plan to major in a specified course of study focused on engineering, technology
or design, with an interest in automotive industry. Deadline: February 29th For more information and applications visit: www.buickachievers.com
o University of North Georgia- Military
Eligibility: High school juniors who are rising seniors may apply for the scholarship as early as mid-June between junior and senior year of high school. There are 4-year and 3-year advance-designee scholarships worth $57,000 over four years or $44,000 over three years.
Deadline: Late February You agree to serve in the Regular Army, Army National Guard or Army Reserve as an officer
after graduating from the University of North Georgia. MARCH
o Henrico East Rotary Eligible: Senior graduating from Highland Springs; Highland Springs Technical Center or
Varina High School. Requirements: Essay of a minimum of 300 words, transcript and Financial need. Award: $500 Deadline: March 1st Scholarship can be found in the drawer under H
o Virginia PTA
Eligible: Must be planning to enter in teaching or other youth-serving profession, 2.5 or better
and must provide evidence of financial need.
Deadline: March 1st
Award: $1,200
Application available in the scholarship drawer under ”P”
o SOCIETY OF WOMEN ENGINEERS RICHMOND SECTION SCHOLARSHIP Eligibility: Female entering her first year of college/university Requirements: Attend an ABET-accredited school to receive a bacherlos degree; major in
engineering or computer science. Award: $500 -$1000 Deadline: March 1st, application must be mailed to [email protected] Application and more information is avaible at http://www.swe-rva.org/scholarship
o Allen, Allen and Allen
Eligible: High school seniors who plans to continue their educations through college, nursing, business, trade, technical training or other similar program.
Requirements: Be able to demonstrate and ability for high achievement despite obstacles or special challenges. Demonstrate academic progress during their four years of high school.
Award: 1 of 15 $1,500 Deadline: March 1st Applications are available at: www.allenandallen.com/scholarships
o Granville P. Meade
Eligible: Graduating Senior
Requirement: Minimum of a 2.5 GPA, plan to enroll in a Virginia College or University and stay until completion.
Award: Varies
Deadline: March 3rd to Mrs. Fuse
Applications available in the scholarship drawer under ”G”
o Shell Oil Company Technical Scholarships
Eligible: Graduating high school senior enrolling in engineering or geosciences.
Award $2,500
Deadline: March 3rd
Applications can be found at: https://www.studentscholarships.org/schoalrship/10151/shelloil-company_technical_scholarship_schoalrship.php
o The Community Foundation Scholarships
Eligibility: Graduating seniors in High School Over 60 different scholarships are available Deadline: March 3rd
Applications are available online at: http://www.tcfrichmond.org/receive/apply-for-a-
scholarship/
o The Gamma Mu Grant
Eligible: A graduating senior who plans to pursue a program of studies that leads to a teaching certificate
Requirements: Minimum GPA of a 3.0
Award: $1,000
Deadline: March 4th to Mrs. Fuse
Applications are available in the scholarship drawer under “G”
o American Foreign Service Association Scholarship
Eligible: Graduating senior, child of a Foreign Service employee, maintained a minimum GPA of a 2.0
Award: $5,000
Deadline: March 6th
Applications are available at: http/www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/8860/afsa_schoalrships_program_scholarship.php
o Henrcio County Council of PTA’a Eligibility: A graduating Henrico County Senior planning to pursue further study or training
beyond high school. Requirements: Minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher, MUST be a member of a PTSA unit Deadline: Return to Mrs. Fuse by March 11th. Applications are available in the scholarship drawer under “H”
o Teacher Scholar Application
Eligibility: Graduating Senior interested in teaching Requirements: Pursue a teaching degree in Spanish; Special Educations, Science; Technology
Education; Math and Family and Consumer Science. Applications in the scholarship drawer under “T” Deadlines: Applications due to Mrs. Fuse by March 11th
o Willard G. Plentl Aviation Scholarship Program
Eligible: Senior planning to pursue a career in aviation in a non-engineering area. Non-engineering aviation careers include (but are not limited to) pilots, aviation maintenance technicians, aviation managers. Must have 3.5 GPA (unweighted)
Award: $1,000 Deadline: March 11th Applications available in the Scholarship drawer under “A” or on VHS Scholarship website.
o John R. Lillard Aviation Scholarship
Eligible: 3.5 GPA, planning a career in the field of aviation, must be enrolled or accepted into an aviation related program at an accredited college.
Award: $3,000 Deadline: March 11th Applications available in the Scholarship drawer under “A” or on VHS Scholarship website.
o Buster Bynum Education Scholarship
Eligible: Graduating Senior
Requirements: A minimum GPA of a 3.0, will attend a post-secondary institution in the fall of 2016; parent/guardian has been an active employee in public school transportation in the past three years.
Award: $2,500
Deadline: March 3rd to Mrs. Fuse
Applications are available in the scholarship drawer “B”
o Sunny Merryman Memorial Scholarship
Eligible: Senior
Requirement: Has a parent or grandparent either currently or or formerly employed in the public school pupil transportation field in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Award: $2,500
Deadline: March 3rd to Mrs. Fuse
Applications in the scholarship drawer under “S”
o Clyde W. Morris Memorial Scholarship
Eligible: Graduating Senior
Requirement: Has a parent or grandparent either currently or or formerly employed in the public school pupil transportation field in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Award: $2,500
Deadline: March 3rd to Mrs. Fuse
Applications available in the scholarship drawer under “C”
o Cleres Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Graduating high school senior who has a disability Requirement: Students who have a physical or mental disability Award: varies between $500 and $2,000 and based on tuition needs Deadline: must be postmarked by March 14th Applications available in the scholarship drawer under “J”
o WSSU National Association Scholarship
Eligible: Senior accepted to or interested in Winston-Salem State University
Award: $1000 to $4000
Deadline: Deadline: March 15th
Applications and more information can be found at http://wssunaa.com/scholarship o Junior Achievement Scholarship
Eligible: K through 12 students
Requirements: Must have participated in a JA program either last year or this year.
Award: $2,500
Deadline: March 15th
Applications and more information can be found at: https://www.juniorachievement.org/web/ja-centralva/ja-student-ambassador.
o Why My School Rocks – Scholarship
Eligible: Student between ages 14-19 who love their school! Award: up to $800 Deadline: March 16th Students must submit video and essay. Contest rules and directions are available:
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/all/why-my-school-rocks-contest/1003784
o The Society of the Cincinnati in the State of VA History Essay Contest for Scholarship Eligible: High School Senior who has been admitted to a four-year college or University in the
Commonwealth of Virginia and plans to attend in the fall of 2016. Requirements: Students must write an Essay on the following topic: The Virginia Statute of
Religious Freedom Award: $3,000 Deadline: Must be postmarked by March 18th. Located in the scholarship drawer under H.
o The American Legion Department of Virginia Eligibility: citizens of or lawful permanent residents of the United States. All contestants must be bona fide students herein described as any student under the age of 20
years on the date of the national contest who is presently enrolled in a high school or junior high school (public, parochial, military, private or home school).
Deadline: March 18, 2016 Award: Up to $18,000
o The Society of the Cincinnati in the State of Virginia Eligibility: Any graduating Virginia high school senior who has been admitted to a four-year
college or university in the Commonwealth of Virginia which he or she plans to attend in the fall of 2016, is eligible to enter the essay contest.
Award: $3,000 Deadline: March 18, 2016 Essay topic: Each year the essay is about a historical document that played an important role in
the establishment of our nation. Past essay topics have included such documents as the Virginia Declaration of religious Freedom, the United States Constitution, and the Virginia Statute for Declaration of Independence. This year’s topic will be: The Virginia Statute of Religious Freedom.
Applications available in the Scholarship drawer under “C” or on VHS Scholarship website.
o Genworth Veterans Scholarship
Eligible: Graduating Senior who has meet with their GRASP advisor.
Requirements: Will attend a four year college or university, junior college or trade school; Must be a child of a veteran whom the armed forces have honorably discharged or who is still serving as active or reserve.
Deadline: March 22nd
Applications and more information can be found online at www.grasp4va.org
o Genworth Hispanic Scholarship
Eligible: Senior who has meet with their GRASP advisor
Requirements: Must be of Hispanic decent
Preferred: STEM or business career interest
Deadline: March 22nd
Applications and more information can be found at www.grasp4va.org
o WELDON H SMITH SCHOLARSHIP Eligibility: A graduating senior male Requirements: Minimum GPA of a 2.5; Two letters of recommendations stating qualities of a
good citizen; participated in school activities; One letter of recommendation that shows respect of peers and teachers; been accepted to an accredited post-secondary school
Award: $1,000 Deadline: Return to Mrs. Fuse by March 24th Application is available in the scholarship drawer under “W”
o ACG Scholarship Program
Eligible: Graduating high school seniors
Requirements: interested in pursuing a career is domestic or international business
Award: $1,000 to $1,500
Deadline: March 25th
Applications are available online at: http://www.acg.org/richmond/scholarshipapplication.aspx
o Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship
Eligible: Students between the ages of 16 and 25 on March 30th, 2016.
Requirements: A minimum GPA of a 2.5 and have at least one year of post-secondary studies remaining at the time of the award.
Award: $500
Deadline: March 30th
Applications can be found at: https://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9919/odenza-_marketing_group_scholarship_scholarship.php
o The Network of Enterprising Women Deadline: March 31st Any female high school student (whether she attends home school, public or private school)
who resides in the counties and cities listed below and has been accepted at an accredited college or university is eligible for a $1000 scholarship. Recipient must have:
Maintained at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA Demonstrated a strong work ethic Exhibited strong leadership characteristics as a participant in extracurricular activities such as
music, drama, athletics, DECA, etc. Each applicant must submit an essay that meets specifications (all essays must be double
spaced using a 12 point font size and must not exceed two pages in length) and answers the following question: “What business woman do you admire most and how has she personally influenced the direction of your life?”
Application available in drawer under “N”
o The Virginia Credit Union Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a primary member of Virginia Credit Union (not just any credit union in
Virginia) and have joined by September 20, 2015. Applicant must be the primary owner of a VACU account, not just a joint owner and accounts must be in good standing. Contact (804)323-6800 for clarification. Must have 3.0, community service/volunteer work, hours devoted to help with the cost of education, extracurricular activities and an essay.
Amount: $2,500 to 25 students Deadline: March 31, 2016 Applications available online: https://www.vacu.org/Resources_Benefits/Scholarships.aspx
and information is available in the scholarship drawer under ”V”
o Rich Murray Journalism Scholarship
Eligible: Graduating senior who excels in journalism
Award: $1,000
Deadline: March 31st
Applications are available in scholarship drawer under “R”
o Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity
Eligible: Graduating senior male
Requirements: Minimum GPA of a 2.5 and an 850 (reading and math) on the SAT
Deadline: March 31st
Applications are available in the scholarship drawer under “K”
APRIL
o Varina Lions Club Eligibility: Graduating high school senior Requirements: 3.0 or above GPA; demonstrated leadership ability and school involvement;
maintained a good attendance record; demonstrated good citizenship Deadline: April 1st to Mrs. Fuse Applications are avaialable in the scholarship drawer under “L”
o VSCA Scholarship
Eligible: Graduating senior
Minimum GPA of a 3.0, pursuing a post-secondary opportunity, School Counselor must be a member of VSCA
Award: $1,000
Deadline: April 15th
Applications are available online at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1UR-1ogi0uRjufujC-LwNKN99c2kK8iZbDHFh2aiKrC8/viewform?edit_requested=true
o Dr. Mark E. Chamberlain Scholarship Eligible: Senior who is a former graduate of Short Pump Middle School Requirements: GPA of a 2.5 or higher, enrolled in an accredited college or university Award: $500 Deadline: April 4th Applications are available in the scholarship drawer under M
o The Armenian Education Center Scholarship
Eligible: 9th through 12th grade students
Award: $1,000
Deadline: April 4th (Essays must be both mailed and emailed by this date)
Applications are available online at: http://www.armenian-educationcenter.org/home/scholarships.html
o Lonnie E. Gailes Scholarship
Eligibility: Graduating High School Senior Requirements: Must have attended Byrd Middle School for at least 2 years Award: two scholarships of $1,000 Deadline: Aprils 7th to Mrs. Fuse Scholarships are available in the scholarship drawer under “L”
o GRASP Last Dollar Scholarship
Eligibility: Graduating Seniors who meet with their high school GRASP Advisor Requirements: Minimum GPA of a 2.0; show unmet financial need, attend a post-secondary
school in VA, have filed a FAFSA form Award: $250 to $4000 Deadline: April 8th Applications are available online at www.grasp4va.gov or in the scholarship drawer under “G”
o Thomas B. Fernald Scholarship
Eligibility: High school senior active in community service, well rounded, overall good student and person of good character
Requirements: Former student of Shady Grove Elementary Deadline: April 8th Applications available in the scholarship drawer under “T”
o William E. Harding
Eligible: Graduating Senior
Requirement: Must have attend Skipwith Elementary for at least one year; must have financial need; school of the students choosing must be accredited.
Award: $1,000
Deadline: April 11th to Mrs. Fuse
Application available in the scholarship drawer under “W”
o Audrey Harding Teacher Scholarship
Eligible: Graduating Senior
Requirement: Must have attend Skipwith Elementary for at least one year; must have financial need; must enroll in a teacher education program at a 4 year college.
Award: $1,000
Deadline: April 11th to Mrs. Fuse
Application available in the scholarship drawer under “A”
o Signet Classics Student Scholarship
Eligible: 11th or 12th grade student
Award: $1,000
Deadline: April 14th
Applications are available at: http://studentscholarships.org/scholarships/8875/signet_classics_student_scholarship_essay_contest_scholarship.php
o Kiwanis Club of Greater Richmond
Eligibility: Graduating High School Senior Requirements: Minimum GPA of a 3.0, plan to attend an accredited 4 year educational
institution as a full time student immediately following graduation. Award: $5,000 in a four year period Deadline: April 15th Applications are available in the scholarship drawer under “K”
o Annie Henderson Wood Memorial Scholarship
Eligible: African-American graduating high school senior
Requirements: Minimum GPA of a 3.0; be a resident and attend a high school in Chesterfield; Hanover; Henrico; or Richmond, plans to enroll in a full-time vocational/technical school, two-year college or four-year college/university for the 2016-2017 year.
Award: $1,000
Deadline: Must be postmarked by April 15th
Application is available in the scholarship drawer under “A”
o 2016 Student-View Scholarship Program
Eligible: Graduating Senior
Award: $500 to $4,000
Deadline: April 22nd
Applications and more information are available online at: www.student-view.com
o Rivers Edge Elementary
Eligible: Graduating Senior
Requirements: Must have attended Rivers Edge for at least two years
Award: $500
Deadline: April 22nd
Applications are available in the scholarship drawer under “R”
o Henrico County Alumni Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Scholarship
Eligible: Graduating Senior
Requirements: Minimum GPA of a 2.5
Award: $1,000
Deadline: March 31st
Applications can be found in the scholarship drawer under: “H”
o Pinchbeck Elementary School PTA Scholarship Eligible: Senior planning to pursue a career as a teacher in special education or a career
supporting children with special needs; 3.0 GPA, volunteer work. Award: $1,000 Deadline: April 25th Application available online at VHS Scholarship website.
o Capital One Military Network Scholarship
Eligible: High school senior
Requirements: Must attend college in the upcoming academic year, US citizen or legal resident; dependent of an Active Duty Service member
Award: $5,000
Deadline: April 29th
Application and more information are available at: www.scholarships.com MAY
o Henrico Farm Bureau
Eligible: Graduating senior
Requirements: Minimum of a 3.0 GPA; Must be pursuing post-secondary schooling
Award: $750.00 (per year for four years)
Deadline: May 1st
Applications are available in the scholarship drawer under “H”
o SunTrust Eligible: Seniors Award: $500 Two winners will be chosen every two weeks until May 13th Apply online at: suntrusteducation.com/scholarshipsweepstakes
o VABA Aviation Scholarship
Eligible: 3.0 GPA, senior planning to attend college for aviation related career in an accredited institution.
Award: $2,000 Deadline: May 31st Applications available in the Scholarship drawer under “A” or on the VHS Scholarship website
JUNE
o Aspiring Fashion Professional Scholarships
Award: $1000
Deadline: June 1st
Applications and more information can be found at www.fashion-schools.org
o Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarships
Award: $1000
Deadline: June 1st
Applications and more information can be found at: www.animationcareerreview.com
o Global Lift Equipment Scholarship
Eligible: A graduating senior who plans to attend a post-secondary institution in the Fall of 2016
Requirements: Minimum GPA of a 2.5, and Submit a short story
Award: $500
Deadline: June 15th
Applications are available online at: http://usedforkliftsvirginia.gov.com/
o SP Scholarship
Eligible: At least 13 years old and will or already is enrolled in a college or university
Award: $10,000
Deadline: June 15th
Applications are available online at: https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/13400/sp_scholarship_scholarship.php
o Aspiring Nurse Scholarship
Eligible: Graduating Senior
Requirements: Plan to pursue a college education in nursing, including LPN/LVN, AND, and BSN programs.
Deadline: June 30th
Applications are available online at: www.nursingschoolsalmanac.com
AUGUST
o My Injury Attorney Scholarship A 500 or less word essay on an interesting law related topic. Award: $500 Scholarship information is available at: http://www.myinjuryattorney.com/legal-scholarship-
2016/ Deadline: August 15, 2016
NO DATE:
o Create-A-Greeting Card Scholarship: Go to http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm for more information.
Miscellaneous College/University Scholarships
o AMDA National Audition Tour If you are interested in receiving a scholarship and admissions to AMDA you must audition. For
a location and date near you visit www.amda.edu
o Army ROTC Scholarship Recipients become Army lieutenants upon graduation from the University of North Georgia The scholarship pays for:
Tuition and Fees (Room and Board) Monthly stipend ($300/month for freshman) $1,200 per year book allowance Award: $59,000 for a 4-year scholarship of $45,000 for a 3-year advance-designee
scholarship Contact Mr. Greg Killeen @ [email protected] or (706)864-1884.
o University of Virginia: Jerome Holland Scholarship
Eligible: All African American students applying to the University are automatically considered for the five to seven Holland Scholarships available each year. Most Holland Scholars are in the top 10% of their class and have a 1300 or better on the SAT.
www.alumni.virginia.edu/ridley/
o Alumni Scholarships The alumni sponsors several scholarships for both incoming and current undergraduate students. There is an application process for most of their scholarships but others may be based on other
criteria such as regional areas. o Visit: www.alumni.virginia.edu/scholarships/
o Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund is the largest Hispanic scholarship-granting organization in the nation. HSF provides financial assistance to outstanding Hispanic students in higher education throughout the United States and Puerto Rico. The students represent every region of the country, and attend hundreds of institutions of higher education throughout America. Founded in 1975, HSF has awarded more than 45,000 scholarships totaling nearly $60 million.
o o American Indian Science & Engineering Society (AISES)
The American Indian Science & Engineering Society (AISES) is a national, nonprofit organization that nurtures building of community by bridging science and technology with traditional Native values. Through its educational programs, AISES provides opportunities for American Indians and Native Alaskans to pursue studies in science, engineering, business and other academic arenas. The trained professionals then become technologically informed leaders within the Indian community. AISES' ultimate goal is to be a catalyst for the advancement of American Indians and Native Alaskans as they seek to become self-reliant and self-determined members of society.
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Other Scholarship Websites!!
Scholarships for Hispanic/Latino Students
Hispanic Scholarship Fund: www.hsf.net
Hispanic College Fund: www.hispanicfund.org Chicana/Latina Foundation: www.chicanalatina.org
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute: www.chci.org Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities: www.hacu.net
Hispanic Heritage Awards Foundations: www.hispanicheritage.net First in My Family Scholarship: www.thesalliemaefund.org
Gates Millennium Scholars: www.gmsp.org Questbridge: www.questbridge.org
Scholarships for Asian American Students
Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund: www.apiasf.org
US Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce: www.uspaacc.com Human Capital Scholarship: http://www.asianpacificfund.org/awards/humancapital.shtml
Questbridge: www.questbridge.org
Fast Web A free scholarship database for students! Go to www.fastweb.com
Scholarship Sharing An organization dedicated to connecting students to resources for
avoiding loan debt. Our mission is to expand the knowledge of college
funding opportunities through individual counseling, while also
building partnerships with organizations that provide support with
financial management, loan counseling, and college prep programs.
Visit their website at www.scholarshipsharing.org
High Five Scholarships A free scholarship matching service to help you find free money for
school. Go to www.highfivescholarships.com to find your matches!
CollegeSTEPS Program by Wells Fargo to help high school students with FAFSA,
college award letters, and scholarships. Sign up to receive emails with
tips and beneficial information at www.wellsfargo.com/collegesteps.
Parents are encouraged to sign up as well! Also try
www.tuitionfundingsources.com.
SallieMae
Free scholarship directory! Visit www.salliemae.com/scholarships
State Council for Higher
Education in Virginia
(SCHEV)
The source for accurate information on higher education in Virginia.
Financial Aid and Scholarship information available on website. Visit
www.schev.edu
The College Companion College Funding Group sponsors this website to provide families with
customized college funding guidance and strategies to reduce your
college costs. Go to www.TheCollegeCompanion.com
NextStepU Your easy access to helping you figure out the next step! College
planning and scholarship search website. Go to
www.nextstepu.com/scholarship or www.nextstepu.com/match.
Christian Connector Free Christian college information service at
www.Christianconnector.com. Automatically entered into a $2,500
scholarship drawing!!
Student Scholarships Large database on the web of scholarships. Go to
www.studentscholarships.org
