SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 2015 – 2016
* Updated 12-16-2015
JANUARY 2016
John F. Kennedy profile in courage essay contest
Deadline: January 6, 2016 (postmark)
Award: $10,000 first place, $1,000 second place, $500 for 5 finalists
Eligibility: Submit essay and registration information. Must have nominating teacher to provide support and advice during the writing of the essay. For more information go to www.jfklibrary.org/Education/Profile-in-Courage-Essay-Contest.aspx
For: all grades
ge–reagan foundation scholarship program
Deadline: January 7, 2016
Award: (20) $10,000 per year up to 4 years
Eligibility: Must be nominated by a community leader and recommended by an authority figure who has observed the student in leadership roles. Student must demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship and financial need. GPA 3.0 on 4.0 scale. See your guidance counselor for nomination. For more info go to www.reaganfoundation.org/GE-RFScholarships.aspx
For: Seniors
Gates millennium scholars
Deadline: January 13, 2016
Award: varies – based on financial need
Eligibility: Students must be African American, American Indian/Alaska native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American and a US citizen or legal permanent resident. Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 on 4.0 scale (or have earned a GED), must be enrolled in an accredited college or university in the fall. Students must demonstrate leadership abilities through community service, extracurricular or other activities and financial need based on Federal Pell Grant eligibility. Please see your guidance counselor for nomination. For more information go to https://nominations.gmsp.org
For: Seniors
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA JOHN V. LOMBARDI AND STAMPS SCHOLAR PROGRAM
Deadline: January 15, 2016
Award: 11 educational stipends and study, leadership, and international service opportunities.
Eligibility: Senior who ranks at or near the top of their class planning on attending UF. Judged on academic achievement, community service, extracurricular involvement, leadership, character, and creativity. Must be nominated by your guidance counselor. For more information go to http://www.honors.ufl.edu/lombardi/
For: Seniors
j. OLLIE EDMUNDS DISTINGUISHED SCHOLARSHIP
For students attending STETSON university
Deadline: January 15, 2016
Award: Full undergraduate tuition, books, and on-campus room and board for 4 years.
Eligibility: Must have GPA ≥ 3.5 on 4.0 scale, SAT ≥ 1350 or ACT ≥ 30, ranking in the top 5% of your class, with outstanding leadership qualities and extracurricular activities. Contact your Guidance counselor for nomination. For information go to www.stetson.edu/edmunds
For: Seniors
Ronald A. Hammond Scholarship
For students attending university of miami
Deadline: January 15, 2016
Award: full tuition
Eligibility: Must be U. S. citizen, have a B+/A- average, taken the SAT or ACT no later than December of your senior year (earning a minimum 1250 SAT (math and critical reading) score or 28 ACT score; from an underrepresented background, will be the first to graduate from a college or university. For application and information please go to http://www.miami.edu/admission/index.php/ronald_a_hammond_scholarship_application/
For: Seniors
THE CENTRAL FLORIDA WOMEN’S LEAGUE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: January 24, 2015
Award: Amount to assist with college tuition, room and board
Eligibility: Judged on extracurricular activities and community involvement and demonstrate financial need. Apply online. For more information go to http://www.cfwl.org/index.php/charities/scholarship-awards Contact Mrs. Reed in guidance department with any questions.
For: female Senior
CENTRAL FLORIDA WOMEN’S LEAGUE GEORGE FORTIER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: January 24, 2015
Award: Amount to assist with college tuition, room and board
Eligibility: Applicants should participate in extracurricular and community activities with strong leadership skills. Students must demonstrate financial need. Apply online. For more information go to http://www.cfwl.org/index.php/charities/scholarship-awards. Contact Mrs. Reed in guidance department with any questions.
For: male Senior
BRIDGES TO SUCCESS ACHIEVERS PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP FOR VALENCIA COLLEGE
Deadline: January 27, 2015
Award: renewable in-state tuition and book stipend at Valencia College
Eligibility: Attend summer session (6/21/16-8/1/16) at Valencia College. Please see application for details and requirements. Available in scholarship office or online at http://valenciacollege.edu/bts
For: Seniors
CFHLA HOSPITALITY SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: January 29, 2015
Award: $1,000 renewable for 4 years or $10,000/year (for 4 years) plus internship for the Don & Lorraine Freeberg Foundation Scholarship
Eligibility: Student must be enrolled in UCF Rosen College, or Valencia College, Webber International University or other approved Central Florida educational institution pursuing a hospitality degree. Must demonstrate financial need and maintain a 3.0 GPA.
Applications available in Scholarship office.
For: Seniors
BANK OF AMERICA: STUDENT LEADERS PROGRAM
Deadline: January 29, 2016
(Due to high volume, BOA recommends submitting application several days ahead of deadline)
Award: paid 8 week summer internship
Eligibility: work 35 hours per week at local nonprofit/charitable organization and attend Leadership summit in Washington, DC July 10-15, 2016 to develop valuable civic, social and business skills. To apply online go to http://about.bankofamerica.com/en-us/global-impact/student-leaders.html#fbid=329OXa3sCjr
For: Juniors and Seniors
CENTRAL FLORIDA marine corps scholarship foundation
Deadline: January 31, 2016
Award: various scholarships up to $10,000
Eligibility: Students must be enrolled in a Marine Corp Junior ROTC program or should have parents or grandparents who are serving or have served in the Marine Corps. For more information go to http://centralfloridamarines.org/
For: Seniors
Jan la belle scholarship program
Deadline: January 31st, 2016
Award: up to $15,000
Eligibility: Must be individual with disabilities and Florida resident. Judged on community service leadership or involvement and desire to attend postsecondary institution. Must meet all FCAT standards or approved Disability Portfolio. Must be ages 16 to 24 and entering institution of higher learning for the first time. Information available at http://www.fndusa.org/contact-us/programs/the-jan-La-Belle-scholarship/
For: all grades
Congress-bundestag vocational exchange program
Deadline: January 31, 20146
Award:1 year in Germany exploring career interests. Travel to and from Germany, room, and board provided.
Eligibility: Must be US citizen and GPA ≥ 3.0 on 4.0 scale. Student must be nominated by their guidance counselor. For information please go to http://exchanges.state.gov/us/program/congress-bundestag-vocational-youth-exchange
For: Seniors
February 2016
NORTHROP GRUMMAN ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: February 3rd, 2016
Award: $10,000 over 4 years
Eligibility: Must be US citizen and enroll full time in engineering, computer, math or physics program at a 4 year college or university in the fall. Requirements include SAT ≥1700 or ACT ≥27, cumulative GPA ≥ 3.5. Submit 400 word essay on your career goals. More information available in scholarship office. Apply online at www.northropgrumman.com/CorporateResponsibility/Community/Pages/EngScholars.aspx
For: Seniors
howard fenner Scholarships
Deadline: February 12, 2016
Awards: various scholarships totaling $22,000.
Eligibility: Students must demonstrate financial need and parent/s must be a member of the Orange County Classroom Teachers Association. Applicant should possess high overall qualifications, including character and scholarship. For more details visit www.orangecta.com
For: Seniors
jackie robinson foundation
Deadline: February 15, 2016
Award: $28,000 over 4 years
Eligibility: Minority student planning to attend 4 year approved institution in the fall, show leadership, community service and financial need. Minimum 1000 SAT (combined math and critical reading) or ACT score of 21. For information: www.jackierobinson.org
For: Seniors
daughters of the american revolution orlando chapter
Deadline: February 15, 2016
Award: amount varies
Eligibility: Students do not need to be affiliated with the DAR of SAR to apply. If interested contact local DAR committee by email at . Must complete DAR SCHOLARSHIP FORM available at http://members.dar.org/darnet/forms/SCH-1001.PDF see forms in scholarship office.
For: Seniors
THE DREAM.US
Deadline: February 15, 2016
Award: in-state tuition at any of the partner colleges
Eligibility: Must be attending one of the partner colleges (Broward College, FIU, Miami Dade College) in the fall, demonstrate financial need, must have come to the U.S before reaching their 16th birthday, GPA≥2.5. For more info go to: www.thedream.us/scholars
For: Seniors
March 2016
SIMON YOUTH FOUNDATION COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Deadline: March 1st, 2016
Award: $1,500
Eligibility: Must demonstrate financial need, academic performance, leadership skills and participation in school and community activities. Apply online at http://programs.applyists.com/syf/
For: Seniors
JANICE M. SCOTT MEMORIAL FUND
Deadline: March 31, 2016
Award: $2,500
Eligibility: Must be US citizen and plan to attend 4 year college or university in the fall. Judged on leadership and community service in extracurricular activities. Parents’ combined adjusted gross income must not exceed $50,000. Application available in scholarship office
For: Seniors
May 2016
AYO & IKEN CHILDREN OF DIVORCE
Deadline: May 1, 2016
Award: (2) $1,000
Eligibility: Students who have lived in a divided household. Submit essay. Information and application available online at http://www.myfloridalaw.com/children-of-divorce-scholarship-ayo-iken/ or in our scholarship office.
For: Seniors
SUNTRUST OFF TO COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP-SWEEPSTAKES
Deadline: May 13, 2016
Award: $500 – (2) winners every 2 weeks, Can register for every drawing period
Student must be planning to attend college in the fall of 2016.
For more information and to register go to https://www.suntrusteducation.com/scholarshipsweepstakes/index.html
For: Seniors
SCHOOL SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS
U.S. Air Force Academy:
If interested, please go to website http://www.academyadmissions.com/admissions/the-application-process/application-steps/ or contact the admission liaison person of our area here.
Valencia College
Students with disabilities. On January 21 6-8pm there will be a session to learn about what’s needed to enroll, support - register online and attend for a chance to win a $500 scholarship. Valenciacollege.edu/osd/
Some Scholarship Search Websites:
· Federal Student Aid (Excellent Resource!)
· Weird Scholarships (Excellent Resource!)
· Chegg Scholarships (Tons of Scholarships)
· Imagine America Foundation
· FastWeb
· Seminole State Scholarships
· Valencia College Scholarships