2011-2012 Scholarship Information
Wendy’s High School Heisman / Seniors, to be eligible a student must have a B average, participation in one of the 27 ports officially sanctioned, demonstrate active involvement in his/her community.www.wendysheisman.com / October 2, 2011
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AES Engineers Scholarship / Seniors interested in pursuing a degree in Engineering. Students must submit a 1000 word essay on “what impact will the Natural Disaster of 2011/2012 have on global economy? How will these events effect future political, business, and personal decisions.”
$1000
www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm / October 7, 2011
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Coca Cola Scholars / Eligibility is based on leadership, commitment to service, and academic achievement. Students must have a 3.0 gpa and planning on attending college in the Fall of 2012.
www.coca-colascholars.org / October 31, 2011
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University of Georgia Foundation Fellowship and Bernard Ramsey Honors Scholarship / Seniors applying to UGA with 3.75 gpa, and minimum score of 1400 on SAT (CR/M) or 31 ACT. Students must demonstrate high degree of intellectual drive and curiosity and posses superior leadership.
www.uga.edu/honors and www.admissions.uga.edu / November 1, 2011
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Voice of Democracy / Interested students can submit an audio essay to the theme “Is There Pride in Serving in our Military”. Students will be selected for a local prize and/or a National prize worth up to $30,000. For complete application materials and instructions, please visit http://www.vfw.org/Community/Voice-of-Democracy/
Local contact email: / November 1, 2011
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The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards / The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program is the United States' largest youth recognition program based exclusively on volunteer community service. The program was created in 1995 by Prudential in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) to honor middle level and high school students for outstanding service to others at the
local, state, and national level.
The program's goals are to applaud young people who already are making a positive difference in their towns and neighborhoods, and to inspire others to think about how they might contribute to their communities. Over the past 16 years, more than 310,000 young Americans have participated in the program, and nearly 100,000 of them have been officially recognized for their volunteer work.
Please visit www.spirit.prudential.com for details and application materials. / November 1, 2011
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CollegeWeekLive Scholarship / Students must login online to attend the largest online college fair November 2-3. One $5,000 scholarship will be chosen for an attendee. One $5,000 scholarship will be awarded for the design of a mascot for CollegeWeekLive. www.collegeweeklive.com / November 3, 2012
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Susan G. Komen for the Cure College Scholarship Program / Seniors who have lost a parent/guardian to breast cancer or are a breast cancer survivor who plan to attend a state supported college. Students must have a 3.2 gpa. Students must be a driven advocate for breast cancer education and research who is able to complete a minimum of 20 hours of community service per semester. www.komen.org / November 15, 2011
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Footlocker Scholar Athlete Scholarship / Senior athletes who have a 3.0 can apply for a $20,000 scholarship. Students who are interested must submit an essay and two recommendations. For more information please visit the website.
www.dosomething.org/footlocker / January 9, 2012
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Burger King Scholars / Seniors have the opportunity to compete for a scholarship from Burger King. Must have a GPA of a 2.5 or higher. http://www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_scholarship_eligibility.html / January 10, 2012
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Gates Millennium Scholars / The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) Program, funded by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, was established in 1999 to provide outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian Pacific Islander American**, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in any discipline area of interest. Continuing Gates Millennium Scholars may request funding for a graduate degree program in one of the following discipline areas: computer science, education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health or science.
Eligibility:
· African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, or Hispanic American.
· Are a citizen, national or legal permanent resident of the U.S.
· Have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 on an unweighted 4.0 scale, or have earned a GED.
· Will enroll for the first time in the Fall of 2012 as a full-time, degree-seeking, first-year student at an accredited college or university
· Demonstrated leadership
· Meet eligibility for the Federal Pell Grant
· Completed application
Please visit www.gmso.org for the application materials and more information. / January 11, 2012
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Sawnee Foundation Youth Scholarship Program / To be eligible, a student's permanent residence must be served by Sawnee EMC and they must be a senior at a public or private school in Sawnee's seven-county service area, or home schooled at a residence served by Sawnee EMC.
Applications are in the counseling office / January 20, 2012
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Georgia Tech Daniel Hager Scholarship- West Lanier Alumni Chapter NEW / Students who are applying to Georgia Tech can apply for this scholarship. Applicants have the opportunity to be selected for one of several $1,000 scholarships. https://gtalumni.org/registrations/scholarshipapplication2012/responses / January 25, 2012
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Student of Integrity Scholarship (BBB) / Seniors may apply for this scholarship. The entry is based on four categories: 1) Leadership skills (10%) please submit in your choice of written form the leadership skills you’ve shown during your high school years. This can be school activities and out of school activities. Some students simply make a list while others go into more detail for each experience 2) Community Service (10%) please submit in your choice of written form the organizations you’ve been involved with during your high school years. Please explain what it’s meant for you to be a volunteer and the impact it has had on you 3) Academic Achievement (10%) please submit a copy of your transcript. 4) Essay (70%) please submit in type form an essay on “If I were a CEO…the 5 Principles/Values on which I would build my company and why.” More information in the counseling office. / January 31, 2012
EXTENDED to February 6, 2012
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KFC Scholarship / Seniors who demonstrate financial need with a minimum 2.75 GPA can apply for the KFC Scholarship.
www.kfcscholars.org / February 8, 2012
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Georgia Farm Bureau Scholarship for Agriculture / Seniors who plan on enrolling in a unit of The University System of Georgia or Berry and pursue an undergraduate degree in agricultural and environmental sciences can apply for this scholarship. Students must have the completed application signed by the county Farm Bureau president. Applications are in the counseling office. / February 24, 2012
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Buick Achieve Scholarship Program / Seniors who plan to enroll full time at a four-year college or university and plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business, with an interest in the automotive industry can apply for this scholarship. Application is online. www.buickachievers.com / February 29, 2012
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MARC (Metro Atlanta Relocation Council) Scholarship / Seniors who have relocated more than 50 miles and changed schools due to their family’s relocation between 9-12 grades and have a minimum 3.0 GPA may apply for this scholarship. There is an essay portion of this application discussing your relocation experience. Applications are available in the counseling office. / February 29, 2012
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Georgia United Scholarship- Vernon E. Carnes Scholarship / Seniors who plan on attending a college or technical school this fall may apply for this scholarship. The program focuses on a short essay of 250 words or less. This year’s topic is “Explain how the credit union philosophy of ‘people helping people’ helps consumers during these difficult economic times, while providing an alternative to large commercial banks”. In addition, Students will need to complete a Georgia United scholarship form and include a copy of their high school transcript and a copy of their acceptance letter from the college or technical school they plan to attend. Applications are in counseling office. / March 1, 2012
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Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association / Seniors who plan on attending a college or university in Fall 2012 can apply for this scholarship. There is an essay portion to this scholarship. The essay theme for 2012 is “Is the value of fire sprinklers truly understood by the general public, the media, and homebuilders? If not, why does this life-saving device continue to get little to no exposure, and how would you change this? If yes, how would you continue to put forth a positive message?” Applications are available in the counseling office. / March 10, 2012
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Kohl’s Cares Scholarship / This scholarship program recognizes and rewards young volunteers. To be eligible you must be between 6-18 years, actions must be described in detail and should document efforts above and beyond what is expected of a child his or her age, volunteer efforts must have occurred in the last year, and winners are chosen based on the project and outcome. http://www.kohlscorporation.com/CommunityRelations/scholarship/index.asp / Nominations accepted through March 15, 2012
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Sawnee Women’s Club / Graduating seniors (male or female) who will be enrolled as a college freshman in the Fall of 2012 can apply for this scholarship. Students must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA and live in Forsyth County. The application for the scholarship requires an essay about, “How has your involvement in the community influenced who you are today and the person you will become in the future?” Applications are in the counseling office. / March 28, 2012
EXTENDED to April 9th- PAST DUE
DeSANA Educational Fund Scholarship / Students applying for this scholarship must be a resident of Forsyth County for a minimum of one year prior to submission of application, be accepted for enrollment as a full-time student on an accredited college or vocational school, and be a Forsyth county high school graduate in year applying for scholarship. Application for scholarship will be considered on the basis of financial need, demonstrated leadership skills, extra-curricular activities, academic performance, academic and other scholastic awards, and community involvement. Three letters of recommendations are needed for this scholarship. Applications are available in the counseling office. / March 30, 2012
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The Actor’s Scene Performing Arts Scholarship / Juniors or Seniors compete to earn a $3,000 scholarship.
www.theactorscene.com / March 2012
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Optimist Club Scholarship / Seniors who plan on attending a post secondary educational facility may apple for this scholarship. Applications are available in the counseling office. / April 1, 2012
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Forsyth County Retired Educators Association / Seniors who plan to attend college in Fall 2012 and major in education can apply for this scholarship. Scholarship applications are in the counseling office. / April 11, 2012
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West Forsyth PTO Scholarship / Seniors who have at least a 2.5 GPA can apply for this scholarship. All application submission requirements and any attachments must be submitted in one package. Scholarship money must be applied to tuition, books, room, and board at an accredited college, university, or technical school during the 2012-2013 academic school year. Applications can be found online on West Forsyth’s homepage or in the counseling office. / April 13, 2012
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Gamma Zeta Scholarship / This scholarship is for women who are seeking a career in education. Applicants must be attending college in the Fall of 2012 to become an educator. Applications are in the counseling office. / April 13, 2012
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Upper Chattahoochee River Soil and Water Conservation Scholarship / Seniors planning on attending a college or university within the State of Georgia during the 2012-2013 academic year to pursue a degree in agriculture or family and consumer sciences can apply for this scholarship. Applications are available in the counseling office and must be returned to counseling office by April 13, 2012. / April 13, 2012
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Edward L. Woods Scholarship / Seniors preparing to graduate may apply for this scholarship. Students must submit an essay of at least 2000 words. The topic of this year’s essay is “As High school seniors what does Freedom and Patriotism mean to you and what does the true meaning of Memorial Day mean to you as you graduate?” All entries must have a cover sheet and be in an addressed envelope mailed or hand delivered to the Post 9143 located at 1045 Dahlonega Highway. Please see the counseling office for more information. / April 14, 2012
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Alpha Iota Delta Scholarship / Male students planning on attending Georgia Tech this fall may apply for this scholarship. Applications are in the counseling office. / April 15, 2012
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Richard B. Neville Memorial Scholarship / Seniors who have been a Forsyth resident for at least one year and will be attending an accredited college can apply for this scholarship. This scholarship is given in memory of Judge Richard Neville. Applicants will be considered on the basis of participation in school activities with an emphasis on leadership positions held, academic performance, participation in non-school activities focusing on citizenship and service to the community, and in financial need. Applications are in the counseling office. / April 16, 2012