All About Scholarships

All about Scholarships

Compliments of the SEHS Counselors’ Office

The SouthEffinghamHigh School counselors’ office is notified throughout the year about various scholarship offerings available to high school students. Many of these offerings are available in the form of essay writing contests, speech contests, online applications, and paper applications. We have a running list of these scholarships available for pick up in the counselors’ office or you may access them online at our school website. You may log on at and click on the Counselors link to retrieve up to date information.

Top 10 Tips for Completing Applications

1. Eligibility is a Must – carefully read directions and requirements for a scholarship before you apply. You will not be awarded a scholarship if you do not meet the eligibility requirements.
2. Neatness Counts – make sure that you type or print clearly (typing is preferred). Do NOT mark through or use correction fluid.
3. Spelling and Grammar – ask someone to proof read your completed application, including any essays or other attachments. Parents, teachers, and peers can give you great feedback.
4. NO Blanks – never leave a blank spot on an application. Be sure to answer every question and include all required information. If something does not apply to you, type/write “N/A”.
5. NO Extras – While supplying the required information, be certain NOT to provide additional information or attachments. Providing unnecessary items may result in immediate disqualification.
6. Essays – Many scholarship applications will ask you to write an essay as part of the application process. Essays should by typed, personal and specific to the given topic.
7. Community Service – Keep up with your volunteer hours. This information is frequently requested on various types of applications. Logs are available in the counselors’ office for your convenience. While logs are NOT required, it is suggested to have some form of written record of your time spent. Two hours of community service per month is recommended.
8. Make a Copy – Always make a copy for your records before sending in an application.
9. Deadlines – Be mindful of deadlines, when completing applications.
10. A Reflection of You – Your application is the first impression the scholarship grantor has of you. Submitting an application on time that is neat and complete will reveal a great first impression.

Helpful Websites, Summer Programs, and Scholarship Listings:

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- Virtual Tours of over 1,200 featured college campuses, college & career planning, online registration for campus visits, scholarship information, and more

- National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators

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- College Xpress

- Compares student abilities and interests to relevant scholarship opportunities. Free scholarship searches and financial aid information are included.

- Applications completed on this site are used by financial aid offices to determine eligibility for federal student aid from grants, loans, and work-study programs. The HOPE scholarship is also linked to this site.

- College Search includes detailed questions to help find the right school, in-depth profiles on colleges & universities, and school website links.

- SallieMae sponsors Knowledge for College, which presents helpful information for parents in assisting their students’ pursuit of college and financing.

elearning.makingitcount.com – “MakingCollege Financial Planning Count” (interactive resource)

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Free scholarship matching service with a database of over 2.4 million scholarships

- has detailed information on more than 1,000 Federal government benefit programs including programs specific to each U.S. state. Including Federal Pell Grants, PLUS Parent loans, TRIO: Student Support Services, Advanced Placement Test Fee Program, Federal Work-Study, and Freida J. Riley Teacher Award

- information regarding Imagine America Scholarship Program.If you are a high school senior or recent high school graduate, you could be eligible to receive a $1,000 career education scholarship. Submit an application for the Imagine America high school scholarship online.

For ROTC scholarship information visit: and

– Prospective student-athletes need to apply. Are you a prospective student- athlete? A prospective student-athlete is someone who is looking to participate in intercollegiate athletics at an NCAA Division I or Division II institution in the future. For further information and application visit the NCAAEligibilityCenter at this website.

Hispanic Scholarship Fund – (click on high school scholarship program). Various scholarships and deadlines for minority students.

For Georgia Southern Scholarships—To find out about other scholarships at GSU, contact 912.478.5391 or

ArmstrongAtlanticStateUniversity Scholarship Opportunities- (AASU Hopefuls)- For students planning on attending AASU, there are many scholarship listing in most areas of instruction. You may see the Armstrong Atlantic State University Scholarships online at

The Art Institute of Atlanta Scholarship Opportunities – (Art Institute Hopefuls) – Each of The Art Institutes schools may offer various scholarships, awards, and grants every year to new and continuing students. Offers may be based on program of study, attendance, financial need, academic achievement, and community service credentials. Contact the Admissions Department to find out how to apply for these and other available regional and local scholarships, awards, and grants. 1-800-275-2440.

JacksonvilleStateUniversity (Jacksonville, Alabama) Scholarship Opportunities – For students planning on attending JSU, there are several scholarship opportunities listed online at Please note there are In-State and Out-of-State scholarship listings.

ROTC Language Scholarship Program – (NorthGeorgiaCollege & StateUniversity Hopefuls) – For students planning to attend NGCSU, interested in majoring in French or Spanish. GPA = 2.5, SAT Critical Reading=480, SAT Math=440 or ACT Math=18, ACT English=20, must meet Army’s height and weight requirements and pass President’s Challenge Physical Fitness Test. Interested students must contact Recruiting Operations Officers: LTC Chip Sweatte at or phone (706)864-1884, or CPT Jong Lee at or phone (706) 864-1599.

The CoastGuardAcademy Scholarship—Full scholarship.

The Ruffin Humanities Scholarship (GSU Hopefuls) – For students planning to attend Georgia Southern University and major in a foreign language, history, linguistics, literature, philosophy, or writing. Must have a minimum 3.0 academic or cumulative GPA and SAT scores of 1300 or greater (ACT scores 29 or greater). See the Admissions website for guidelines and deadlines.

MississippiStateUniversity Scholarship Opportunities – Many scholarships are offered to ten different colleges and universities. More information may be found at

National Commission for Cooperative Education Scholarship Opportunities – For students planning on attending MississippiState, there are many scholarships listed in most areas of instruction. Please see the booklet located in the Counselor’s office.

PRISM Scholarships at SavannahStateUniversity - PRISM is funded by the National Science Foundation, to increase the interest and appreciation of SavannahStateUniversity students in math
and science majors. The program focuses on showing the importance of math in all STEM areas and how a strong foundation in math is critical to plan and operate the commercial/industrial enterprises of the Savannah region.Students must intend to enroll at Savannah State University in the Fall of 2013, have a 3.0 GPA, and have a SAT score of 1000 and above or an ACT score of 19 and above. Applicants must complete an application, submit three letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and official high school transcript. Applications are available in the Counselors Office.

NorthGeorgiaCollege & StateUniversity Scholarships—Many scholarships are available at . There are many different deadlines and full scholarships are available. Enjoy the structure of Corps of Cadet and the military.

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American Legion Scholarships available to veterans, veteran’s dependents, and members of the American Legion. Find information on scholarships for veterans and their dependents, tips for applying to college and applying for financial assistance, and a comprehensive guide to colleges and universities. and

AndrewCollege Sport Management Scholarship—A renewable scholarship of $5800 is available for students interested in pursuing sport management at AndrewCollege. Students will work with the coaches of different athletic teams throughout the year! Interested students should visit or contact Ralph Chambless at (229)732-5907 or (229)886-5665.

Savannah College of Art and Design--Visit the 2012-13 SCAD Challenge Scholarship Competition website to view challenge deadlines, guidelines, winning artwork and more! Learn more about how to start your entry today, and check back soon to register.From comic books to film to writing a blog, the SCAD Challenge series highlights some of the university's incredible programs of study. Offering high school/secondary school students an opportunity to showcase their talent, the SCAD Challenge seeks the next generation of talented artists and designers. High school seniors and juniors, and students completing their last two years of secondary school, compete to become eligible for scholarships to attend SCAD, the university for creative careers.

The Savannah Coastal Empire Section of the Society of Women Engineers Scholarship—Deadline: April 5, 2013A$500 scholarship for the upcoming 2012-2013 school year will be awarded to a rising college freshman. The student must be a local female intending to major in a degree at an ABET accredited university in engineering, computing, or engineering technology program for the next school year. Attached is the application for any interested students, it can also be found at our website:

Rotary Club of Effingham County Noon Rotary Scholarship—Deadline: April 8, 2013 The Rotary Club of Effingham Foundation, Incorporated is pleased to award scholarships to worthy seniors at Effingham County High School (ECHS) and South Effingham High School (SEHS). The recipients are announced at the awards ceremony at each school at the end of the school year. These scholarships are funded by monies received from the Rotary Club of Effingham County as a result of their fundraising activities. One additional scholarship is funded through the generosity of Mary Zittrouer, a former member of that club who now resides in Athens, GA. That scholarship is named “The MaryZittrouer Scholarship” in her honor. Students are responsible for obtaining copies of the application and instruction sheet and submitting them in a timely fashion. These items can be obtained from the Guidance department at each of the high schools or by downloading them from

Effingham Health System Auxiliary Scholarship—Deadline: April 15, 2013

$500 Award—Turn in application to the Counselor’s office. Student must have a 3.0 GPA, include a letter of acceptance from a college (or copy of your application) offering a program of study leading to a medical career. Applicants can apply if planning to go to a technical school, 2 year or 4 year school. Student must show evidence of financial need in pursuance of a career in the medical field.

Effingham Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship Application

Barbara K. Tumperi Scholarship—Deadline: April 15, 2013

$1000 Award—Turn in application to the Counselor’s office. Student must have a 3.0 GPA, include a letter of acceptance from a college (or copy of your application) offering a program of study leading to a health field career. Applicants can apply if planning to go to a technical school, 2 year or 4 year school. Student must show evidence of financial need in pursuance of a career in the medical field. Awards will be based on applicant’s scholastic records, character, qualities of leadership, participation in student and community activities, and cooperation with school authorities. Applications are available in the counselor’s office.

Center for Young Worker Safety and Health at Georgia Tech Research Institute Poster Contest and Scholarship—Deadline: April 15, 2013 The Center for Young Worker Safety and Health at GTRI is partnering with Kids’ Chance of Georgia and Brasfield & Gorrie to host a poster contest for anyone who is between the ages of 14-24. The theme for this year’s contest is “Situational Awareness” as it relates to worker safety and health. you can download the information flier from website: The winner of the contest will not only receive a cash prize, but they will also be sponsored, along with a chaperone, to attend a safety and health conference in Savannah, GA in September 2013.

Secondly, as a promoter of Kids’ Chance of Georgia, a scholarship is being offered by this dynamic organization. The scholarship is designed to support students who have a parent who was catastrophically or fatally injured in a work-related accident. Check out their webpage: for more information and for the scholarship application.

Effingham Women in Business Scholarship—Deadline: April 16, 2013 The purpose of this scholarship is to foster the entrepreneurial/leadership spirit of a deserving and enterprising senior who will be attending any two or four year college or technical school. Our intent is to reward students with a strong motivation to succeed and who have already demonstrated a level of entrepreneurship/leadership in some area of their lives. Effingham Women in Business Scholarship Application

Rotary Club of Effingham County Sunrise Scholarship---Deadline: April 19, 2013 Each year, the Rotary Club of Effingham County Sunrise awards scholarships to seniors graduating from the high schools in Effingham County who are furthering their education at colleges of their choice. Scholarships will be awarded to deserving seniors at Effingham County High School and to South Effingham High School. The scholarships will be sent directly to the colleges as soon as the recipients provide proof of enrollment. The motto of Rotary is “Service Above Self”. As such, when evaluating the applications, the selection committee will place the most significant emphasis on how the student has given of himself for the benefit of family, community and beyond. While scholastic achievement and financial need will be considered, it is not required that the applicant be one of the top scholars or be in financial distress.Effingham County Rotary Sunrise Application

Springfield United Methodist Church George A. Brogdon Memorial Scholarship—

Deadline: Due to the church on Monday, April 22, 2013

$2250.00 a year for up to four years (maximum $9000.00 total). Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of character, need, academic performance, and all around sincerity of purpose. Come to the counselor’s office to pick up a copy of the application.

Clyo Homemakers Scholarship—Deadline: May 1, 2013 South Effingham High School students are eligible to apply if he/she has a minimum 3.0 GPA. Please click the link below to access the electronic application: Clyo Homemakers Scholarship Application

Mose Mock, Jr. Scholarship Sponsored by the SEHS Future Farmers of America Alumni

Deadline: May 1, 2013

Amount Awarded may vary from year to year. Scholarship funds may be used for the following: tuition, books, school supplies (computers, etc), housing or meals. Recipients must submit a financial itinerary upon request of funds. Applicants must meet all of the following criteria: Scholastic Standing (30%), Agricultural-Education and FFA Involvement (30%), Financial Need (20%), and Citizenship and Leadership Abilities (20%). Please obtain an application from Mr. Eaves, Ms. Shipman, or the Counselor’s office.

Cathy Leaf Art Scholarship—Deadline: May 1, 2013

$500.00 Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior from SEHS. The senior must intend to pursue an education in studio art, art education, design, or art history. A panel of educators at SEHS will evaluate all applications for this scholarship. Applicants must provide the following information: SIX actual works of art created by the applicant, and essay under 300 words in length, transcript, and two letters of recommendation from SEHS faculty (excluding an art instructor). Details regarding the required works of art and essay can be found on the scholarship flier. Scholarship fliers can be picked up in Ms. Wilson’s classroom and the Counselor’s Office.

Georgia Heritage Federal Credit Union—Deadline: May 8, 2013

Scholarship for a Graduating High School Senior $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to the winning applicant. Any child of a Georgia Heritage FCU member may apply. The student must be graduating with or before his/her class and must enter an accredited college or technical school as a full-time student within six months of completing high school. Applicants will be considered on the basis of grades, SAT/ACT scores, financial need, leadership, and written recommendations by two teachers or administrators. Application and more information is available on our website at under “Education Center.” Applications, recommendations and academic performance reports must be received at the credit union no later than May 8. You may also see your counselor for an application.

Suntrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes—Deadline: May 10, 2013SunTrust 2012-2013 Sweepstakes Registration Began September 14, 2012 SunTrust isoffering the Off To College Scholarship Sweepstakes where students can win a $1,000 scholarship for education expenses at a 2 or 4 year public college/university located in the U.S.Fifteen drawings will be held and one winner will be chosen every two weeks from October 26, 2012 through May 10, 2013. Here is the website to apply! Enter the SweepstakesRegistration begins September 14th and first drawing will be held on October 26th -Free to enter and eligibility -not based on GPA or financial need -Your permanent address must be in one of the following states: AL, GA, FL, MD, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV or the District of Columbia (DC) -One entry per drawing, but students can register again for each drawing period.

Army Corps of Engineers Scholarship—Deadline—May 15, 2013ARE YOU A HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR ENTERING ABUSINESS FIELD OF STUDY?The American Society of Military ComptrollersCoastal Georgia Chapteris now accepting applications from graduating high school seniorsentering a college course of study in a business fieldfor a $500 scholarship.Applications must be postmarked by May 15, 2013.Please call Christel Brandon @ 912-652-5746 or Nicole Williams @912-652-5567 or see your guidance counselor for an application.

Penguin Young Readers Group Essay Scholarship—Deadline: May 31, 2013 A $5000 scholarship is available to a senior with the winning essay. The three page essay must answer the question “Out of the Easy references the following quote from Charles Dickens' David Copperfield. How does this quote relate to the journey of the characters in Out of the Easy and also to your personal journey as you prepare for college? "Whether I shall turn out to be the hero of my own life, or whether that station will be held by anybody else, these pages must show."
—Charles Dickens