November 2013 Scholarship Packet
Online Resources
· NROTC Scholarship: http://www.nrotc.navy.mil/apply.aspx
· Free scholarship searches: www.meritaid.com
· Various Scholarship Opportunities can be found at www.studentscholarships.org.
Specific Scholarships
· The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards: If you’ve made a difference through volunteering over the past year (Juniors must have contributed at least 50 hours of volunteer service and Seniors must have contributed 100 hours of volunteer service to qualify), you could win $1,000-$5,000 and a fabulous all-expense paid trip to Washington, DC next May---by applying for a Prudential Spirit of Community Award! Apply at http://spirit.prudential.com or www.nassp.org/spirit or call 877-525-8491 for a paper application.
DEADLINE: November 5, 2013
· Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship: This nationwide scholarship worth up to $30,000 each year for tuition, books, living expenses, and other required fees is for seniors that meet the following criteria:
1. Graduate from a U.S. high school in spring 2014
2. Enroll in an accredited four-year college in fall 2014
3. Earn a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above
4. Receive a SAT combined score of 1200 or above or an ACT composite score of 26 or above
5. Demonstrate unmet financial need
A rigorous review will consider applicants’ grades, standardized test scores, participation in available advanced courses, student essays, letters of recommendation, and family finances, and as many as 40 recipients will receive this scholarship. For more information and to apply, visit: http://www.jkcf.org/scholarships/college-scholarship-program/. The application deadline is November 5, 2013.
· First Freedom Student Competition. This national essay and video contest offers 9th - 12th grade students an opportunity to compete for $2,500 awards as they examine the history and implementation of freedom of religion and conscience in American democracy and the world today. Students then present their evaluation in written essay or video format. For the topic, guidelines, registration, classroom poster, student flyer and other details and resources, visit www.firstfreedom.org, and then click on the red First Freedom Student Competition button (center column). Student online registration is required on or before Monday, November 18, 2013, and the postmark entry deadline for mailing the essay or video entry with its accompanying entry materials is Monday, November 25. Winners will be announced on Thomas Jefferson’s birthday, April 13, 2014.
· The AXA Achievement Scholarship: These scholarships are valued at $10,000 and $25,000 to high school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their activities in school, the community or the workplace. The scholarships are sponsored by the AXA Foundation, in association with U.S. News & World Report. The 2014 program will be accepting applications from September 9, 2013 until 10,000 applications are submitted or 11:59 p.m. CST on December 15, 2013, whichever comes first. Your application MUST be one of the first 10,000 submitted electronically by the deadline date. To apply, visit: http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievement-scholarship.html
· IPFW Summit Scholars Competition: This amazing scholarship is for outstanding, graduating seniors that plan to attend Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW). This scholarship covers tuition, fees, room, board, and textbooks. Applicants must be ranked in the top 5% of their graduating class and must have earned a 29 on the ACT. See Mr. Sutter for more details. To apply for this scholarship, students must apply to IPFW by December 15, 2013.
· NFIB Young Entrepreneur Awards: These awards are open to any graduating high school senior entering their freshman year at an accredited (not for profit) two- or four-year university, college or vocational/technical institute. Applicants MUST be running their own small business in order to be considered for an award. Students may apply at www.NFIB.com/YEA until December 18, 2013.
· GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program: This nationwide scholarship is worth $40,000, and it is for seniors that meet the following criteria:
1. Demonstrate at school, at the workplace, and within the community the attributes of leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship
2. Demonstrate strong academic performance (min. 3.0 grade point average/4.0 scale)
3. Demonstrate financial need
4. Are citizens of the United States of America
5. Are high school seniors attending high school in the United States
6. Plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study toward a bachelor’s degree at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States for the entire 2014-2015 academic year
For more information or to apply, visit: http://www.reaganfoundation.org/GE-RFScholarships.aspx. The application deadline is January 9, 2014.
· The Ohio State University Darke County Alumni Club Scholarship Program: Four scholarships are available to students that have been admitted to Ohio State for fall 2014 enrollment. To be eligible for these scholarships, student must also:
1. Be ranked in the top 10% of the graduating class of 2014
2. Be recommended by a school principal, counselor, and/or teacher based on scholastic ability and character.
3. Have a record of performance in activities both in school and in the community
4. Impress the OSU Alumni Association Scholarship committee with a sound interest and positive attitude toward college work
5. Be a resident of or attend high school in Darke County
Applications are available on the Ansonia High School Guidance webpage. The application deadline is January 15, 2014.
· SCAD Challenge Scholarship Competition: These artistic challenges are for students that are interested in receiving scholarships valued at $1,000-$3,000 for Savannah College of Art and Design. For more information and to apply, visit http://www.scadchallenge.com/. The application deadlines vary from October 11, 2013 to January 24, 2014.
· BGSU ACTION Scholarship: This $20,000 scholarship is for Ohio seniors that are planning to attend Bowling Green State University in the fall of 2014 and are considering careers in teaching science and/or mathematics. Applicants must have a high school cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, and they must have earned a 23 Composite ACT score or higher to be eligible for the scholarship. To apply for this scholarship, visit www.bgsu.edu/action. The deadline to apply is January 27, 2014.
· SportQuest Playing with Purpose Scholarship: This scholarship is valued at $300-$2,000 and is intended for the following students:
1. Current high school sophomores, juniors, or seniors
2. Have maintained a “C” average or 2.00 GPA during high school
3. Currently a varsity level athlete in one or more sports
4. Is a committed follower of Jesus Christ
To apply visit, http://www.allamericanaward.org/index. The application deadline is February 1, 2014.
· WACE National Co-op Scholarship Program: These scholarships valued up to $24,000 are for seniors that meet the following criteria:
1. Have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 or higher
2. Have applied and are accepted for the 2014-15 academic year at one of the WACE Partner Institutions (University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, or one of the 7 other institutions)
3. Plan to participate in college cooperative education (cooperative education, internships, semester in industry, international co-op exchanges, study abroad, research, clinical rotations, service learning and community service)
Women, minority students, and students interested in science, technology, engineering, and math are encouraged to apply. For more information or to apply visit: http://www.waceinc.org/scholarship/. The application deadline is February 14, 2014.
· BASF/CAP 2014 Science Scholarship: This non-renewable $1,000 scholarship is for Darke County, Ohio High School graduating seniors that plan to pursue a 4-year baccalaureate in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Physics, Mathematics, Biology, or disciplines that are related to the Physical Sciences. Applicants must have a 3.00 Cum GPA, and applicants’ school citizenship, leadership, and participation in extra-curricular activities are considered. Scholarship applications are posted on the guidance webpage. The application deadline is April 18, 2014.
· Community Blood Center Lead the Way Creative Scholarship: This $5,000 scholarship is for Ansonia students with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. Applications are posted on the guidance webpage. The application deadline is April 20, 2014.
· Dual Admission Scholarship Program: This scholarship program is intended for students who plan to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology by completing 2 years at Sinclair Community College and 2 years at the University of Dayton (UD). Each year at Sinclair and UD, students will receive a 1/3 tuition scholarship which in total is worth approximately $27,000. You can participate in the Sinclair/UD dual admission program if:
o You meet the admission requirements for both schools
o Your major at Sinclair is in one of the following programs:
§ Electronics Engineering Technology
§ Industrial Engineering Technology
§ IET/Manufacturing Engineering Technology
§ Mechanical Engineering Technology
§ Engineering Science University Parallel
o You maintain satisfactory academic performance
How do you apply for this scholarship? After applying to Sinclair, meet with an E&IT academic counselor to verify your major and to discuss your program requirements. Academic counselors are also available to assist you with scheduling your classes. You may make an appointment by calling (937) 512-2282.
For further information, visit: http://www.sinclair.edu/academics/sme/information/transfer/ud/
Or contact:
Karen Blake, Counselor
Engineering & Industrial Technologies
Sinclair Community College
444 West Third Street
Dayton, OH 45402-1460
(937) 512-2282
Fax: (937) 512-2936
Scott Segalewitz, Associate Professor and Chair
Engineering Technology
University of Dayton
300 College Park
Dayton, OH 45469-0249
(937) 229-4216
Fax: (937) 229-4975
***See Mr. Sutter for more scholarships that are career field specific/college specific.***
FAFSA, Grants, Loans, etc.
· Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): Students should apply as soon as possible after January 1 for FAFSA. However, students are encouraged to sign up for a PIN as early as November or early December. The PIN permits students to electronically sign Federal Student Aid documents, access personal records, and make binding legal obligations. Students can apply for FAFSA three different ways. For one, students can apply online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Students can also download and complete a PDF version of the FAFSA at www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov (NOTE: PDF FAFSAs must be mailed for processing). Or, students may request a paper FAFSA by calling the Federal Student Aid Information Center at 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243) or 1-319-337-5665.
· Institutional Grants: There are other grants in addition to Federal Aid. Colleges provide institutional grants to help make up the difference between college costs and what a family can be expected to contribute through income, savings, loans, and student earnings. Other institutional grants, known as merit awards or merit scholarships, are awarded on the basis of academic achievement. Some merit awards are offered only to students whose families demonstrate financial need; others are awarded without regard to a family’s finances. Some grants come with special privileges or obligations. You’ll want to find out about the types of grants awarded by each college you are considering.
· Federal Work-Study: Federal work-study provides part-time jobs for undergraduate and graduate students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay education expenses. The program encourages community service and work related to the recipient’s course of study. Students may see if they qualify by applying through FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Apply online (after January 1 as soon as possible) at www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov.
· Loans: Loans, unlike grants or work-study, are borrowed money that must be repaid, with interest. These are real loans-just like car loans or mortgages. Students cannot have these loans canceled because they do not like the education they receive or because they are having financial difficulty. These loans are a serious obligation, so students need to think about the amount that must be repaid over the years before taking out a loan. There are several types of loans such as Federal Perkins Loans, Stafford Loans, and PLUS Loans. More information regarding these loans can be found at www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov.
Tax Credits and Incentives: For more information concerning the Lifetime Learning Credit, Hope Scholarship Credit, Coverdell Education Savings Account (ESA), Student Loan Interest Deduction, and using IRA withdrawals for College Costs, please visit www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov.