April 7, 2014

AMERICAN BUSINESS WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION (ABWA) SCHOLARSHIP DAN VALLEY CHAPTER

The DanValley Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association sponsors three scholarships for students in the region.

Eligibility:The applicant must:

  • Have a GPA of 2.5 or greater on a 4.0 scale
  • Be a graduating senior

Award Amount:Three scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $1,000.00 each

How to Apply:Applications are located in the scholarship file in the Guidance

Deadline:The application and all supporting documents must be returned to the Dan Valley Chapter of the ABWA before April 18.

SOUTHERN WOMEN OF THE PIEDMONT SCHOLARSHIP

Eligibility:The applicant must:

  • Have a cumulative minimum GPA of 2.50
  • Show financial need
  • Plan to attend an accredited college
  • Be a citizen of the United States

Award Amount:To be determined

How to Apply:Applications are located in the scholarship file in Guidance.

Deadline:Must be submitted to the address on the application by April 11, 2014

ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY SCHOLARSHIP

Delta Nu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated provides need based scholarships to graduating seniors based on academics and service to community.

Eligibility:The applicant must:

  • Have maintained a 2.5 GPA
  • Be a graduating senior for the class of 2014
  • Plan to enroll in an accredited college or university
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Demonstrate participation in community service

Award Amount:To be determined

How to Apply:Applications are located in the scholarship file in the Guidance.

Deadline:Postmark deadline for the complete application is April 28, 2014

THE FRIENDSHIP CLUB SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Eligibility:The applicant must:

  • Live in area, in which membership live
  • Enter post-secondary training during their year of graduation
  • Graduate in the upper one-third of the class
  • Be in need of financial assistance
  • Be a person of good moral character who exhibits a healthy, wholesome, and industrious attitude

Award Amount:$500.00

How to Apply:Applications are located in the scholarship file in the Guidance and Counseling Office.

Deadline:May 21, 2014

DANVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE RECOGNITION OF ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Danville Community College Board has provided funds so that each public high school in the DCC service region could award the Recognition of Achievement Scholarship. This scholarship for $600 is to be awarded to the student from George Washington High School with the highest GPA at the end of the first semester of the senior year who will be attending Danville Community College. Please see Ms. McKinnie or Mrs. Barnes in Guidance if you have applied to DCC and have received your letter of acceptance before Tuesday, April 15, 2014.

DANVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE EXCELLENCE IN ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP

The Excellence in Academic Achievement Scholarship is the second scholarship Danville Community College has permanently established for George Washington High School. This is the largest of the College Board awards and is reserved for the top five graduates of GW. It provides full tuition for two years for any of the top five graduates who will be attending DCC. Please see Ms. McKinnie or Mrs. Barnes in Guidance if you have applied to DCC and have received your letter of acceptance before Tuesday, April 15, 2014.

DANVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE - PEYTON SELLERS CHAMPION AWARD

DanvilleCommunity College awards the Peyton Sellers Champion Award to a graduating senior from one of the area high schools.

Eligibility:The applicant must:

  • Be a current high school graduate from Danville, HalifaxCounty or PittsylvaniaCounty
  • Major in a technical program
  • Have academic promise
  • Possess and display leadership potential

Award Amount:$500.00

How to Apply:Complete the Universal Local Scholarship application (LUSA). The LUSA is due to

Ms. McKinnie by the end of the school day on Tuesday, April 15, 2014.

Deadline: April15, 2014

URW COMMUNITY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION SCHOLARSHIP

The URW Community Federal Credit Union will grant five scholarships to 2014 graduating high school seniors who are continuing their education at an accredited college or recognized institution of higher learning beginning fall 2014.

Eligibility:The student must be:

  • A graduating senior
  • Entering an accredited college, university or other recognized institution of higher learning
  • A member of the URW Community Federal Credit Union for 12 months

Award Amount:$500

How to Apply:Applications are located in the scholarship file in Guidance.

Deadline:The application and supporting documents are due to the URW Community FederalUnion by 5:00 P.M, April 18, 2014.

2013-2014 TOBACCO REGION SCHOLARSHIPThe Southside Virginia Tuition Assistance Program provides a stimulus for economic revitalization within Southside Virginia. The program encourages native Southside Virginians to complete a bachelor degree by providing tuition assistance grants. Information and the application process are available at .

How to apply:

  1. Go to our website
  2. Click on the county in which you live...
  3. Create the account by entering the student's email address and choosing a password...
  4. Check the email address you provided when creating the account and click the link in the email sent to you. This link confirms the email address to allow you to login...
  5. Once you have confirmed your email address, you will be prompted to login. .
  6. The first time you login, you will be asked to enter your account information, such as your full name, date of birth, and last four digits of your social security number.
  7. Fill out the online application and submit
  8. Check your email again and forward the email sent to you when you completed the application to your

counselor or college registrar’s office

9. If you are a freshman, email or mail a copy of your college acceptance letter.

BEACON CREDIT UNION SCHOLARSHIP

Beacon Credit Union provides a scholarship for a graduating high school member or child of a member of the Beacon Credit Union.

Eligibility: The applicant must:

  • Be a member or a child of a member of the Beacon Credit Union in good standing six months or more prior to the application deadline
  • Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5
  • Be a Virginia resident
  • Be a graduating from a Virginia high school

Award Amount:Four scholarships for $2,000 each

How to apply:Applications are located in the scholarship file in Guidance

Deadline:Postmarked no later than April 25, 2014

SONNY MERRYMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

The Virginia Association for Pupil Transportation (VAPT) provides the Sonny Merryman Memorial Scholarship named in memory of Floyd W. (Sonny) Merryman, Jr. who founded a bus dealership serving the transportation industry.

Eligibility:The applicant must:

  • Be a Virginia public school senior who has a parent or grandparent currently or formerly employed in the public school transportation field in Virginia
  • Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
  • Have demonstrated outstanding leadership skills in the school and community
  • Have demonstrated exemplary citizenship
  • Have demonstrated concern for the well-being of all citizens

Award Amount:$2,500

How to Apply:Applications and information are located in the scholarship file in Guidance and

Deadline:April 30, 2014

KIDS CHANCE OF VIRGINIA SCHOLARSHIP

Kids’ Chance of Virginia (KCVA) provides college scholarships to the children of Virginia workers killed, severely or fatally injured in a workplace related accident.

Eligibility:The applicant must:

  • Be between the ages of 16 and 25
  • A child of a parent whose work related injury caused a significant decline in family income and circumstances
  • A student who plans to pursue a post-secondary or trade school education in the fall semester of 2014

Award Amount:To be determined

How to Apply:Applications and information are located in the scholarship file in Guidance and at

Deadline:April 15, 2014

DANVILLE CHAPTER OF CHUMS, INC

The Danville Chapter of Chums, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that promotes charitable, educational, and religious activities in the community.

Eligibility:The applicant must:

  • A senior
  • Be planning to further their education after high school

Award Amount:Two $500.00 scholarships

How to Apply:Applications are located in the scholarship file in Guidance.

Deadline:The completed application and all requested items are due to Chums by Monday April 15, 2014.

DANVILLE ALUMNAE CHAPTER DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC. SCHOLARSHIP

Eligibility:The applicant must be a graduating senior who will enroll in an accredited college for fall 2014.

Award Amount:To be determined

How to Apply:Applications are located in the scholarship file in Guidance.

Deadline:March 24, 2014.

MID-ATLANTIC BROADBAND COOPERATIVE SCHOLARSHIP

Mid-Atlantic Broadband (MBC) is a broadband internet provider committed to bringing economic revitalization to Southern Virginia. MBC will award five scholarships for $4000 to high school seniors who plan to further their education by attending an accredited institution of higher learning in Virginia.

Eligibility:The applicant must:

  • Be a graduating senior who is pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning in Virginia with a focus in science, technology, engineering or math
  • Have a minimum 3.2 cumulative GPA

Award Amount:$4000

How to Apply:Applications are located in the scholarship file in Guidance.

Deadline:Completed applications and all supporting documents are due to MBC’s corporateoffice by April 4, 2014.

RHO IOTA CHAPTER OF OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY, INC SCHOLARSHIP

Eligibility:The applicant must:

  • Be a graduating senior
  • Planning to enroll in a two or four year college fall 2014

Award Amount:To be determined

How to Apply:Applications are located in the scholarship file in Guidance.

Deadline:Applications and requested documents are due by April 19, 2014.

THE ARMENIAN EDUCATION CENTER /SCHOLARSHIP

The Armenian Education Center provides a scholarship to one Virginia high school student. The competition is open the ninth through twelfth grade students.

Eligibility:The competition is open the ninth through twelfth grade students.

How to Apply: Information is located in the scholarship file in Guidance and at the Armenian website,

Award Amount:$1,000

Deadline:Hard copies of essays must be postmarked no later than April 1, 2013. Essays must also be emailed by April 1, 2014.

DANVILLE RETIRED TEACHERS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP (DRTA)

The Danville Retired Teachers Association scholarship is given to a chosen candidate enrolled in a college to become a teacher.

Eligibility:The applicant must:

  • Be a senior planning to attend college for a career in teacher
  • Have maintained grades of a “C” average or better

Award Amount:To be determined

How to Apply:Applications are located in the scholarship file in the Guidance.

Deadline:Return your application packet to Ms. McKinnie Guidance no later than 3:00p.m. April 7, 2014.

THE AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY DAN RIVER UNIT 325 SCHOLARSHIP

The American Legion Auxiliary Dan River Unit 325 offers a scholarship to a direct descendant; child, grandchild, great grandchild, etc. or a legally adopted child or a child/children of a spouse by prior marriage or dependent as defined by the United States of America Armed Services for Veterans of the United States military and National Guard.

Eligibility:The applicant must:

  • Plan to attend an accredited college/university
  • Be a citizen of the United States and legal resident of Virginia or North Carolina

Award Amount:To be determined by the auxiliary

How to Apply:Applications are located in the scholarship file in Guidance.

Deadline:April 15, 2014

MAPLE LEAF DENTISTRY SCHOLARSHIP

Eligibility:The applicant must:

  • Be attending school at the undergraduate level in a 2 or 4 year college or technical school fall 2014
  • Have completed at least 100 hours of volunteer work over the last 2 years
  • Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher

Award Amount:$500

How to Apply:Application information is located at

Deadline:May 30, 2014

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SSSSSS SUNTRUSTOFF TO COLLEGE SWEEPSTAKES

One winner is chosen every two week beginning October 25 through May 9, 2014.

Eligibility:The applicant must be a high school senior

Award Amount:$1,000

How toHow to Apply:Apply at offtocollege.info or suntrusteducation.com

Deadline:May 9, 2014

JT - MINNIE MAUDE CHARITABLE TRUST SCHOLARSHIP

The trust’s primary goal is to provide higher education opportunities through financial assistance to deserving and needy students in the Danville and surrounding area. Scholarships selection is based on academic achievement and promise, financial need and other related selection criteria.

Eligibility:The applicant must:

  • Be a resident of Pittsylvania, Halifax, Henry Counties and all of the cities located in these counties for a minimum of twelve months at the time of the application
  • Attend an accredited public or private, two or more year college or university, or an institution offering a one year certificate degree
  • Have a 2.5 GPA if enrolling in a two or more year college
  • Have a 2.0 GPA if enrolling in a technical/trade college

Award Amount:Varies up to and including a possible full scholarship

How to Apply:Visit the website for details or contact the J.T Minnie Maude organization at 434 797 3330.

Deadline:Applications are available for submission in January 2014 and should be received or postmarked by

April 8.

The University of Richmond provides a financial aid package equal to full-time tuition and standard room and board (without loans) to Virginia residents who:

  • Are submitting a first year admission application for the first time for fall 2014
  • Qualify for admission as first time students
  • Have a total family income of $60,000 or less
  • Qualify for need-based financial aid based on Richmond’s need analysis formula
  • Are U.S. citizens or permanent resident’s
  • Domiciled residents of Virginia

BIG SUN SCHOLASHIP

The BigSun Organization provides scholarship assistance to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits by offering an annual scholarship. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of the sport in which they are participants.

Amount of Award:$500

How to Apply:Visit

Deadline:June 20, 2014

Scholarship Websites

The websites below provide outstanding scholarship search databases.

(database for merit scholarships from colleges across the county)

zinch.com

findtuition.com

Scholarship Tips

  1. Apply for every scholarship that you feel you might have a chance to win. Do not limit yourself to the large awards. If you are eligible for several small awards, apply for them. They can add up.
  2. Search for scholarships at the colleges you are applying.
  3. Meet all deadlines. Do not underestimate the amount of time that it may take to complete an application.
  4. Search free scholarship databases. Start using the databases listed in the Scholarship Newsletter today.
  5. Be aware of scholarship frauds.
  6. Do not pay to get money for college.
  7. Do not pay to register on a scholarship database. Scholarship information is and has always been public information. Do not pay individuals or businesses to find scholarship money for college. These individuals and businesses build their database from public information. .

Don’t Pay for Help to Find Money for College

Commercial financial aid advice services can cost well over $1,000. You might have heard or seen these claims at seminars, over the phone from telemarketers, or online:

  • "Buy now or miss this opportunity." Do not give in to pressure tactics. Remember, the “opportunity” is a chance to pay for information you could find yourself free.
  • “We guarantee you’ll get aid.” A company could claim it fulfilled its promise if you were offered student loans or a $200 scholarship. Is that worth a fee of $1,000 or more?
  • “I’ve got aid for you; give me your credit card or bank account number.” Never give out a credit card or bank account number unless you know the organization you are giving it to is legitimate. You could be putting yourself at risk of identity theft.
  • Don’t Pay for the FAFSA

Several Websitesoffer help filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for a fee. These sites are not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education. We urge you not to pay these sites for assistance.

If asked for your credit card information while filling out the FAFSA online, you are not at the official government site. Remember, the FAFSA site address has .gov in it! (U.S. Department of Education)

Protect Yourself from Identity Theft

How Does Identity Theft Happen?

Criminals gain access to personal data such as names, social security numbers, and bank and credit card information. Using the stolen data, the criminal can fraudulently obtain credit cards; establish cellular phone accounts, and more.

Reduce Your Risk When Applying for Aid

  • After completing the FAFSA online, exit the application and close the browser, any cookies created during your session will be deleted automatically
  • Don’t tell anyone your Federal Student Aid PIN, even if that person is helping you fill out the FAFSA
  • Review your financial aid award documents and keep track of the amounts applied for and awarded
  • Never give personal information over the phone or Internet unless you made the contact. If you have questions about a solicitation or about your student loan account, call 1-800-4-FED-AID.
  • Federal Student Aid securely stores your information on the National Student Loan Data System. However, if you complete or even request a student loan application from a lender, you may be granting the lender permission to access your file. Before providing personal information to an organization, review its privacy policy.
  • Shred receipts and documents with personal information that are no longer useful.
  • Immediately report all lost or stolen identification to the issuer and to the police, if appropriate. (U.S. Department of Education)

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