Revised 12/15/2018

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR 2009-2010

This is a listing of scholarships received by the CareerCenter throughout the year.

Check out Cappex.comand other scholarship sites listed on our Web Site Resources sheetlocated in the CareerCenterfor more scholarship opportunities.

Due Date / Scholarship Name / Amount WHO / Basic Eligibility Requirements/Contacts

The***The WashBoard.org is a free web-based tool for Washington students seeking college scholarships. You can search and apply for verified scholarship opportunities SPECIFIC to your academic interests, college or university, or other criteria….This website will be available on DECEMBER 1, 2009:

Various Dates / Various Scholarships / Various grade levels /
  • When you enter the site, click on Other Scholarship Sites and scroll down to: Links to Free Scholarships Searches, then click on 2009 CSF Scholarship Opportunities.

NO DEADLINE / $500 / seniors /
  • Best essay concerning drug and/or alcohol abuse and its prevention.

STANFORD UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS
Available
Free tuition /
  • Parents income less than $100,000 yr
  • Inquire at
  • Looking for talented committed students

9/30/09 / QuestbridgeNationalCollege Match program
Full cost of tuition to many Universities
Up to $220,000 for 4 years / Seniors /
  • apply online:
  • academic excellence
  • economic obstacles

See AFROTC for information / Express Scholarship Program / All /
  • Pass the Air Force Officer Qualifying test
  • Pass physical fitness test
  • Majoring in one of the majors currently eligible for an express scholarship
  • Contact nearest AFROTC Detachment for program availability

10/15/09 / Danforth Scholars Program Scholarship
money to attend WashingtonUniversity in St. Louis / Seniors /
  • service and leadership
  • academic excellence
  • nomination and application
  • transcript

10/28/09 / Jerb Miller WESTMINSTER
College Scholarship
$64, 000 / Seniors /
  • Interested in attending Westminster
  • 3.5 GPA
  • Interest in ANY of the 41 disciplines of study at Westminster
  • Nomination by school counselor

10/31/09 / COCA-COLA Scholars Program
$10,000 to $20,000 / Seniors /
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Not children or grandchildren to any employee
  • Application
  • Semi-finalists will have follow-up application process

10/31/09 / Act Six Full-tuition leadership scholarship
For PLU, Northwest Univ, and Gonzaga only
$ amt varies / Seniors /
  • passionate about learning
  • eager to foster intercultural relationships
  • willing to step out of their comfort zones
  • committed to serving those around them
  • ready to make a difference
  • emerging urban leaders

11/1/09 / EmoryUniversity Scholars Program and GoizuetaBusinessSchool Scholars Program
Up to 4 year full scholarship plus room and board / Seniors /
  • 3.2 GPA
  • For more information, visit
  • Nomination/recommendation
  • Essay
  • Merit based only

11/15/09 / SeattleUniversity Sullivan Leadership Award
$11,000 - $18,500 / Seniors /
  • US citizen
  • Demonstrated leadership
  • Commitment to justice and the good of others through service
  • Demanding course selection and strong academic achievement (typically 3.5 or higher)

11-30-09 / DAR Good Citizens Scholarship Essay Contest
$500 to $5,000 / Seniors /
  • questionnaire
  • Cover sheet
  • Original Essay using a given title – see Mrs Hill
  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • Official transcript

Undergraduate admission application by 12-1-09 / University of Connecticut
Various 4yr renewable scholarships / seniors /
  • High academic achievement and leadership

12-1-09 / DAR Scholarship Essay Contest / Gr 9 - 12 /
  • Christopher Columbus essay 800 – 1200 words
  • Topic: Discuss and analyze Christopher Columbus’ early influences and experiences and how these contributed to successes and failures in his voyages of exploration.
  • See Mrs. Hill for other essay rules

12-4-09 / NRMCAHigh School Scholarship
$500 / Age 16-18 /
  • National Ready Mix Concrete Association annual Essay contest
  • Essays should demonstrate a student’s awareness and basic understanding of Portland Cement and Ready Mixed Concrete’s role as a building material in a variety of construction applications.
  • See and click on NRMCA High School Scholarship for research material and suggested themes

12-15-09 / University of Virginia
Various scholarships / Seniors /
  • Nomination from Guidance Counselor, see Rita Hill if you think your are eligible

12-15-09 / AXA Achievement Community Scholarship
$10,000 to $25,000 / Seniors /
  • Active in community?
  • Led a project that benefits others?
  • Overcome personal challenges?
  • download application at

12-21-09 / Palmer Scholars
varies / Seniors /
  • Resident of PierceCounty
  • Ethnic minority student
  • Significant financial need
  • Essays
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts

12-22-09 / SeattleHiroshima Club Scholarship
$1000 / Seniors /
  • Parent, grandparent or great-grandparent must be from HiroshimaPrefecture
  • Parent or guardian must be current paid member of the Seattle Hiroshima Club Significant
  • GPA 3.6 or higher
  • Recipients must be present at Club’s annual general membership mtg on 1/16/10
  • Application
  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • Essay

12-31-09 / NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award
$1,000 - $10,000 / Senior /
  • Apply online at www/MFIB.com/YEA
  • Young entrepreneur?
  • Have dreams of owning your own business?

01/05/10 / MontanaStateUniversity Presidential Scholarship
Full tuition waiver / Seniors /
  • Letters of recommendation
  • essays
  • Transcripts
  • Academic distinction

01-8-10 / Math and Science Conditional Scholarship Program
Four years free tuition / Seniors /
  • Scored a 4 on Math or science section of the 10th gr WASL or above the 95th percentile on the math section of the SAT or ACT
  • Family income at or below 125 percent of the state median( family of 4 earning $97,095 or less would meet the requirement)
  • Agree to earn a BA in qualified math or science prog at elegeble WA college or Univ.
  • Agree to work full-time in a math or science occupation in WA for at least 3 years after college grad

01-11-10 / Gates Millennium Scholars
varies / Seniors /
  • African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American
  • Citizen national or legal permanent resident of the US
  • GPA 3.3 or have earned a GED
  • Leadership abilities
  • Meet the Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria
  • Nomination forms.

1-13-10 / The Ignatian Leaders Scholarship
Gonzaga
$4,000 to $20,000 / Seniors /
  • Application
  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • Selected applicants participate in interviews and group activities where finalists will be chosen

1-15-10 / National Multiple Sclerosis Society
renewable
$1,500 - $3,000 /
  • Open to anyone with MS, or anyone who is the child of someone with MS, who will be attending an accredited post secondary school for the first time
  • Beyond the national selection committee, Washington state applicants will be additionally reviewed and chosen by a local selection committee
  • click on Financial Support under Programs & Services

1/15/10 / NASA Space Grant for UW
$1,000 to $5,500 / Seniors /
  • Transcripts
  • Reference letters
  • 2 original essays – see website for topics (or counseling office)
  • List of honors, activities/or work
  • Photocopy of test scores

1-31-10 / Princetion Prize in Race Relations
$1,000 / 9-12 /
  • Outstanding work in school or community to advance the cause of race relations

1/31/10 / Optimist Club of West Tacoma
$100 - $400 up to $6000 / 9-12 /
  • Essay contest 400-500 words
  • Topic: “The Internet: Today’s Evolution or Tomorrow’s Menace?”

3-1-10 / EVERGREEN STATE COLLEGE
Varies - multiple / Seniors /
  • $1,800 to $5,100

2-1-10 / Higher Education Coordinating Board / Seniors /
  • Financial need
  • Close social and cultural ties to an American Indian tribe
  • Statement
  • Service to the state’s American Indian Community
  • 3 letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Signed release of information form, as printed on the application

2-1-10 / Evergreen Scholarship & Tuition Awards
Varies / Seniors /
2-1-10 / It’s Always Something Teen Writing contest
$500 - $2,500 / Gr. 9 - 12 /
  • Personal Essay 500 – 2,000 words
  • Story about cancer

2-12-10 / DECA
Varies / Seniors /
  • Member of DECA

2-13-10 / Miss Pierce County Scholarship / girls /
  • Phases of competition consist of Artistic Expression in Talent 35%
  • Presentation & Community Achievement in Interview: 25%
  • Presence & Poise in Evening Wear: 20%
  • Lifestyle & Fitness in Swimsuit: 15%
  • On-Stage Question: 5%

02-15-10 / NCCE – National Commission for Cooperative Education
$6000 - $30,000 / Seniors /
  • 3.5 to 4.0 GPA
  • 1pg essay about why you have chosen to pursue a college coop edu prog
  • applying to one of these colleges: Drexel University, Johnson & Wales University, Kettering University, Northeastern University, Pace University, Rochester Institute, University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, Wentworth Institute of Technology

2/15/10 / Dr. Seuss’s Oh, the Places You’ll Go! 2010 College Scholarship Program
Up to $5000 / Seniors /
  • Application
  • Essay Question: Dr. Seuss’s Oh, the Places You’ll Go! Delivers an important message about the chances and the troubles that life presents. Thinking about the book, what kinds of opportunities and challenges do you think your education will present in the future?
Only one entry
2/15/10 / National Association for Asian and Pacific American Education
$500 -$1,000 / Seniors /
  • Asian or Pacific Islander descent
  • Involved in extracurricular activities in school
  • Outstanding academic records
  • Leaders who show concern and commitment to Asian/Pacific Islander community
  • Application
  • Transcript
  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • for more information and application form

2/15/10 / Best Buy
$1,000 / 9-12 /
  • Solid grades
  • Volunteer community service or work experience
  • or

2/15/10 / AXA Achievement
$2,000 / 12 /
  • Ambition and drive
  • Determination to reach goals
  • Respect for self, family and community

2-16-10 / Marriott Scholars Program
Up to $9000 / Senior /
  • Hispanic/Latino heritage
  • US citizen or permanent resident
  • Plan to enroll in hospitality management or culinary program
  • GPA 3.0 or better

2/16/10 / Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarship Program
Varies / Seniors /
  • to apply

03-05-10 / Body by MILK 2010 Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY) award
$7,500 / Seniors /
  • Student athlete
  • Nomination form

03-10-10 / Kelly Foundation of Washington – Ewing C. Kelly Scholarship
$2,500 / Seniors /
  • 3 letters of recommendation
  • Transcript – 1400 SAT score
  • Financial assessment form
  • Personal statement
  • application

3-15-10 / 21st Century Educators Scholarship
$4,000 / Seniors /
  • GPA 3.0
  • Pursue a career in education
  • Application form

3-31-10 / TwinStar Credit Union Scholarship
$1,000 / Seniors /
  • Member with TwinStar Credit Union
  • Transcript
  • Application

March 2010 / US Bank Internet Scholarship Program
Forty
$1000 scholarships / Seniors /
  • Random Drawing Process
  • Apply online at
  • Up to 40 chances to win

4/15/10 / TUW Fred G Zahn Scholarship Fund
$1,500 / Seniors /
  • Financial need
  • See Rita Hill for application
  • Can contact Bank of America Trust Services at 1-877-264-9992 for more information

4-15-10 / Federal Way Chorale Scholarship
$2,000 / Senior /
  • Application
  • Choral music experience
  • Solo experience
  • Private instruction
  • Essay indicating your intention to make choral/vocal music a central part of your future
  • Sample of your solo singing

04-16-10 / Sound Credit Union Scholarship
several
$1000 / Seniors /
  • Primary member of Sound Credit Union since Oct 16, 2009
  • GPA 3.0 or higher
  • Application at
  • Application and short essay
  • SAT/ACT scores and transcript

May 21 - 23 / Washington State University’s Imagine Tomorrow
Contest
Varies more than $100,000 in cash prizes / High school student /
  • Problem solving competition held on May 21 - 23
  • Rewards high school students for innovative ideas and research to address the world’s energy concerns

6-1-10 / Bev and Wes Stock Scholarship
$1,500 / Senior /
  • Athletic-related career
  • Essay
  • Transcript
  • 3 letters of recommendation
  • No telephone inquiries
  • Please see Counselor for more info

06-14-10 / Gene Juarez Scholarship,
$1000 / Seniors /
  • Application and interview
  • Non-relative recommendation
  • Personal interview with Gene Juarez Admissions Rep

OTHER SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES