KELL HIGH SCHOOL
PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELING DEPARTMENT
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship information is available and updated on a regular basis on the Counseling Blog www.kellcounseling.edublogs.org
Please refer to the blog often as new scholarship information will be posted as it arrives. Counselors are available to assist students with this process, however, it is up to each individual student to research and apply for scholarships!!
The following scholarships are listed based on the MONTH that the application is due. Therefore, it is important to begin you research early as the due date may be on the 1st of the month!!
This database is compiled of scholarships previously researched and is designed to assist students in their scholarship search efforts. Students are strongly encouraged to research each the scholarship for its most recent and accurate information. While we make every effort to ensure the accuracy of this information, no guarantee of accuracy is expressed or implied.
NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP / ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS / AWARD AMOUNT / DEADLINE DATE / CONTACT INFORMATIONThe Next Step Magazine / 9th – 12th grades / $5,000 / On-going / http://www.nextstepmag.com
Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association Essay Writing Contest / 12th grade, 1000 word essay / Up to $1500 / September / http://georgiafiresprinkler.org/contest.php
Georgia Engineering Foundation / 12th grade, interested in a career in engineering or engineering technology / $1,000 to $5,000 / September / http://www.gefinc.org
School of Engineering Scholarship Challenge / 12th grade / TBD / September / www.mercer.edu/engineering/scholarship
National College Match Program / 12th grade, demonstrate financial need / $50,000 / September / www.questbridge.org
“Shout it Out” Scholarship / 9th-12th grades, complete profile on website and submit essay on designated topic / Up to $1,000 / September / www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx
“Make me Laugh” Scholarship / 9th-12th grades, complete profile on website / Up to $1,500 / September / www.scholarshipexperts.com/ourschoarships/make-me-laugh-scholarship
Xerox Minority Technical Scholarship / Must be enrolled in a 4yr university / $1,000 to $10,000 / September / www.xerox.com/jobs/minority-scholarships/enus.html
Young Arts’ Award / Must be passionate about the arts / $10,000 in individual awards / October / www.youngarts.org/apply
30 Days, 30 Dreams Scholarship / 12th grade / $1,000 (10 given) / October / http://thelaa.wufoo.com/forms/
SCAD Challenge Scholarship Competition / 12th grade / 3 awards, $1K, $3k, $5k renewable / October / www.scadchallenge.com/film/awards-and-notification
National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts / 12th grade - artists in the performing, literary, and visual arts / Awards vary / October / http://www.nfaa.artsawards.org
Wendy’s High School Heisman / 12th grade, strong academics and excellence on the field and within the community / Awards vary / October / http://wendysheisman.com
AES Engineering Solutions Scholarships / 12th grade, 1000 word essay, strong motivation and character a must / $500 / October /
Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc. / 12th grade, demonstrate financial need, has exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity / $1,000 to $10,000 / October / http://www.horatioalger.org
2013 Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards / Senior, Hispanic descent, 3.0 gpa / Up to $3,000 / October / www://hhfawards.hispanicheritage.org/2013/forms/login.php
The Thomas Wolfe Scholarship / Senior, must attend UNC Chapel Hill / Full undergraduate support / October / http://englishcomplit.unc.edu/creative/scholarship/tws
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation / 12th grade, character, commitment – leadership in school, civic & extracurricular activities, academic achievement / National Scholars - $20,000
(50 chosen)
Regional Scholars -- $10,000
(200 chosen) / October / http://www.coca-colascholars.org
“Education Matters” Scholarship / 9th – 12th grades, complete profile, write an essay on designated topic / $5,000 / October / www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx
Outstanding Students of America / 12th grade, a lot of community service, 3.0 or higher, essay / $1,000 / October / www.outstandingstudentsofamerica.com
Sun Trust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes / A winner is chosen every 2 weeks / $1,000 / October-May
Emory Scholars Program / 12th grade, nominated by counselor / Paid tuition / November / See Counselor
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards / 6th – 12th grade, outstanding volunteer service / Awards vary / November / http://spirit.prudential.com
www.principals.org/spirit
Ron Brown Scholarship Program / 12th grade, African American, a lot of community service, demonstrate financial need / 10 - $40,000 awards / November – early deadline
January – final deadline / www.ronbrown.org
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. National Essay Contest / 12th grade, 700 word essay / $500 to $3000 / November
Stokes Educational Scholarship Program / Senior, majoring in computer science or electrical engineering / Full tuition and salary / November / http://www.nsa.gov/careers/opportunities_4_u/students/stokes.shtml
Intel Science Talent Search / 12th grade, students who have completed independent research projects and want a career in science, math, engineering or medicine / $5,000 to $10,000 / November / www.societyforscience.org/sts/index.asp
The Official United States Achievement Academy / Student Council Members / Up to $1500 / November / http://www.usaa-academy.com
First Freedom Essay Contest / 9th – 12th grades, essay contest / $3,000 / November / http://www.firstfreedom.org
Christopher Columbus Essay Contest / Senior / $1,200, $750, and $300 / November / Google Daughters of American Revolution
George W. Jenkins Scholarship University of Miami / 12th grade, strong academics, demonstrate financial need, history of overcoming adversity / Awards vary / December / http://www.miami.edu/admission/jenkins.pdf
The W & L Promise Scholarship / Senior, must attend Washington and Lee University, family income below $75,000 / Tuition paid / December / http://www2.wlu.edu/x60750.xml
Foot Locker Scholar Athletes / awarding 20 scholarships, must have a lot of volunteer hours / $20,000 / December / http://bit.ly/Qif9UD
Colored Rocks for Young Men / Senior, male / $3,500, $750, $150, $50 / December / http://coloredrocks.org/contest-rules/
Hispanic Scholarship Fund / 12th grade, of Hispanic heritage, 3.00 GPA / $1000 to $5000 / December / http://www.hsf.net
Peterson’s Undergraduate Student Network-Regional Colleges Program / Any grade / $5000 / December / http://www.petersons.com
AXA Achievement Scholarship / 12th grade, community service / 52 - $10,000
(1 per state)
10 - $15,000 / December / www.axa-scholarship.com
Department of Defense / Science and math majors / Full tuition and benefits / December / http://smart.asee.org/apply_application_instructions
Anne Ford Scholarship / Senior, need based / $10,000 ($2,500 yr x 4 years) / December / http://www.ncld.org/about-us/learning-disability-scholarships-awards/anne-ford-allegra-ford-scholarships
Gates-Millennium Scholar program / 12th grade, minority; GPA 3.3+, demonstrate leadership, community service & extracurricular or other activities / 1,000 scholarships
covering cost of attendance / January / http://
The Ronald McDonald House Charities National Scholarship Program / 12th grade, personal statement / Awards vary / January / http://www.rmhc.org
Dell Scholars Program / 12th grade, must participate in AVID minimum of 2 years, demonstrate financial need, essays / Awards vary / January / www.dellscholars.org
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. / 12th grade / Awards vary / January / See Counselor
BBB Education Fund / 12th grade, essay required / $1,000 / January / www.bbb.org
McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship award / 12th grade, planning to attend a 4 year college, own and operate a genuine business, non-profits are eligible, have at least one employee, even if only part time / Up to $10,000 per academic year for 4 years / http://www.mckelveyfoundaiton.org
Mental Floss / 12th grade, 750 word essay / $10,000 / January / www.tuitiongiveaway.com
Sam Walton Community Scholarship (Wal-Mart) / 12th grade / $3000 / January / www.walmartfoundation.org
Use access code (swcs)
Wal-Mart Associate Scholarship / 12 grade, dependent of Wal-Mart Associate / $3,000 / January / http://walmartfoundation.org
Use access code (swcs)
Walton Family Foundation Scholarship / 12 grade, dependent of Wal-Mart associate, at least 22 ACT composite or 1030 on SAT / $13,000 / January / http://walmartfoundaiton.org
Use access code (swcs)
Burger King Scholarship Program / 12th grade, 2.5 GPA or higher, work an average of at least 15 hours per week, community service, demonstrate financial need / $1000 / January / http://www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_scholarship_eligibility.html
Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarships / 12th grade / $1000 to $5000 / January / www.gwcf.org
Free Speech Essay Contest / 11th or 12th grade / $10k, $5k, $1k / January / http://thefire.org/article/14663.html
SAE Engineering Scholarship / 12th grade / Tuition in Engineering / January / http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/hsengineering.htm
Profile in Courage Essay Contest / 9th – 12th / $10,000, $1,000, $500 / January / http://www.jfklibrary.org/education/profile-in-courage-essay-contest.aspx
Discover Card Tribute Award Scholarship Program / 11th grade with a GPA 2.75 or better / $25,000 national
$2,500 state / January / http://www.discovercard.com/tribute.htm
National Honor Society Scholarship / Seniors demonstrating scholarship, leadership, character and service / $1,000 to $3,000 / January / www.nhs.us
NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award / 12th grade, demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit or initiative / $10,000 / January / http://www.nfib.com/yea
The ACT High School Poster Concept Contest / Create a poster answering the question, “Why Take the ACT?” / Awards vary / January / www.actstudent.org/postercontest
Epsilon Sigma Alpha Foundation Scholarship / 12th grade / Awards vary / February / http://www.esaintl.com/esaf
USDA/1890 National Scholars Program / Seniors with 3.0, 21 on ACT or combined verbal/math/written score of 1500 on SAT and plan to attend one of 18 Historically Black Land-Grant Institutions, studying agriculture, food, natural resource sciences or other related disciplines / Paid Tuition / February / www.ascr.usda.gov/1890programs.html
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship / 12th grade, minority / Up to $24,000 for 4 years / February / http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/general-applicants.php
Rise Scholarship / Senior, documented learning disability / $2,500 / February / http://risescholarshipfoundation.org
AFA Teens Alzheimer’s Scholar / Senior / Up to $5,000 / February / http://www.afateens.org/about_new.html
Avon Foundation for Women / Senior / $2,000 / February / http://www.avonfoundation.org/resources/for-avon-representatives/
Georgia Military Scholarships@ NGCSU / 42 scholarships for seniors who attend North Ga College and State University as Cadets / $70,000 / February / www.northgeorgia.edu/cadetscholarships
Georgia Press Education Foundation, Inc / 12th grade, interested in Journalism / $20,000 / February / http://www.gapress.org
National Peace Essay Contest / 9th – 12th grades / Up to $10,000 / February / http://www.usip.org/ed/npec
GE-Ronald Reagan Foundation / 12th grade / $10,000 up to $40,000 / February / www.reaganfoundation.org/ge-scholarship.aspx
KFC Colonel’s Scholars / 12th grade, 2.75 GPA, demonstrate financial need / Up to $5000 per year / February / http://www.kfcscholars.org
The Mercedes-Benz USA Scholarship / 12th grade, first in your family to attend college, 3.0 GPA or better / Awards vary / February / http://www.mbusa.com/drivefuture
Buick Achievers Scholarship Program / 12 grade, renewable for up to 4 years / 100 scholarships up to $25,000/year and 1,000 scholarships up to $2,000/year / February / http://www.buickachievers.com
National Co-op Scholarship Program / 12th grade – GPA of 3.5 or better –one page essay / Up to $25,000 / February / http://www.co-op.edu
Best Buy Scholarships / 9th – 12th grades, good grades, work experience and outstanding community service / Awards vary / February / www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com
Toyota/FFA Diversity Initiative / 12th grade, GPA 3.0 or better, community service / 100 – renewable scholarships $10,000 to 20,000 / February / http://www.toyota.com/about/philanthropy/education/scholarships/national_ffa.html
KFC Colonel’s Scholars / 12th grade, demonstrate financial need / $5,000 / February / http://www.kfcscholars.org or
Watson Brown Foundation, Inc. / 12th grade / $3000 to $5000 / February / http://www.watson-brown.org/scholarship, call 1-866-923-6863
Jimmy Rane Foundation / 12th grade, excellent grades, school and community involvement and demonstrate financial need / Awards vary / February / http://www.jimmyranefoundation.org
or call 1-866-606-2470
The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program / 9th – 12th grades, an eight to ten minute prepared speech / Awards vary / February / http://www.legion.org
Education Communications Scholarship Foundation / 12th grade / Awards vary / February / http://www.honoring.com or http://www.ecisf.org
Family Dollar Bright Futures Scholarship / 12th grade, must live within a 20 mile radius of a Family Dollar Store. / Awards vary / February / http://www.scholarshipamerica.org
Kohl’s Kids Who Care Scholarship Program / Community service / Awards vary / March / www.kohlscorporation.com/communityrelations/scholarship/index.asp
The Sunflower Initiative Scholarship / Female Seniors attending a Woman’s College / $10,000 / March / www.thesunflowerinitiative.com
Elder & Leemaur Publishers “University Writing Scholarship” / 11th and 12th grade students / $1000 / March / http://www.elpublishers.com/content/uwsotherscholarships.php
Bi-Lo Charities / 12th grade, excel academically, involved in extra-curricular activities / $2500 / March / Bi-Lo HR Diversity @ 864-286-2863
Kaplan/Newsweek “My Turn” Essay Contest / Awards vary / March
The American Chemical Society Scholars Program / 12th grade, African American, Hispanic/Latino, or American Indian, high academic achiever in chemistry or science, GPA 3.0 or better / $2500 / March / http://www.chemistry.org/scholars
or call 800-227-5558, ext. 6250
Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year 2009 Award Program / 12th grade, academic performance, athletic excellence, leadership, community service / $7500, weekend at the Disney World in Florida, picture of you in a Milk Mustache ad in USA Today and other national magazines / March / http://www.whymilk.com or www.sammyapplication.com
Lowe’s / 12th grade, leadership qualities, community involvement and academic performance / $1000 / March / http://www.lowes.com/scholarship
Super Power Scholarship / 9th – 12th / $2,500 / March / http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarshops/superpower-scholarship
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. / 12th grade, 150 word essay / Awards vary / March
SanDisk Scholars Fund / 12th grade / Up to $10,000 / March / http://www.sandisk.com/about-sandisk/corporate-responsibility/community/scholars-program
Constitutional Officers’ Association of Georgia Scholarship / 12th grade, typed 1000 word essay on assigned topic / Awards vary / March / http://www.coag.info
2010 Atlanta Braves High School Scholarship Program / 12th grade / $2000 / March
QuestBridge College Prep Scholarship / 11th grade, annual household income of less than $60,000 and strong academic record / Full scholarships to college summer school programs Awards vary / March / http://www.questbridge.org
Cobb School Counselor Association Service Scholarship / 12th grade, essay, strong community service / $500 / April / See Counselor
The Julian & Jan Hester Memorial Scholarship / 12th grade, essay on banking required / $1000 / April / 770-541-4490
Fannie Wilder Scholarship / 12th female / Up to $5,000 per year / April / http://www.csascholars.org/wilder/index.php
Visionary Scholarship Program / 9th -12th / $1,000 to $5,000 / April / http://www.americancollegefoundation.org/
Psi Omega Chapter Scholarship / 12th grade, typed short essay / Awards vary / April / See Counselor
Daughters of ISIS / 12th grade females / $500 / April / See Counselor
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Scholarship / 12th grade, 2.7 GPA or above / $1000 / April / See Counselor
American Cancer Society / 12th grade, survivor of childhood cancer / $1000 / April / http://www.cancer.org
Bethel Scholarship to Georgia Institute of Technology / 12th grade, male, community involvement. / $1000 / April / http://www.cyberbuzz.gatech.edu/chipsi
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority / 12th grade, demonstrate financial need / Awards vary / April / See Counselor
NSBE-AA Chapter Scholarship / 12 grade, plan to major in engineering, 500 word essay / Awards vary / April / and
Ayn Rand's Essay Contest on her novel The Fountainhead / 11th – 12th grades / Awards vary / April / http://www.aynrand.org
SAPA Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program / 12th grade, planning a major related to life sciences, 3.3 GPA and 2000 on SAT / $1,000 / April / http://www.sapaweb.org
Will to Win Scholarship / 12th grade, asthma sufferers, must demonstrate discipline and determination / Awards vary / April / www.willtowinscholarship.com
Educational Communications Scholarship Foundation / 9th – 12th grades, high GPA, high SAT/ACT scores, extracurricular activities, demonstrate financial need / Awards vary / May / http://www.ecisf.org
College STEPS Program Scholarship Sweepstakes / 12th grade / $100,000 / May / http://www.wellsfargo.com/collegesteps
National Foundation for Women Legislators, Inc / 11th – 12th grade females, essay contest / $3000 / June / http://www.womenlegislators.org
Big Sun Scholarship / 12th grade, athlete / $500 / June / http://www.bigsunathletics.com
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