HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP LISTINGS
NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP / DESCRIPTION / WEBSITE / APPLICATION AVAILABLE / APPLICATION DUEAES Engineering Scholarship / Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluated the essays that are submitted. Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible. / / September / October
African American Scholarships / Committed to linking African Americans with opportunities in higher education. /
American Indian Scholarship Fund (Full Circle Scholarship) / A native-operated organization and the nation’s largest provider of private scholarships for Native Americans. They support the nation’s tribal colleges and universities and their students. / / January / May
Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund / A national organization devoted solely to the financial scholarship needs of Asian & Pacific Islander American Student / / October / January
Association on American Indian Affairs / All applicants must be Native American and enrolled with their tribe. A blood quantum of 1/4 or more is required for students from federally recognized tribes. / / February
AXA Achievement Community Scholarship / United States citizens or residing in one of the 50 U.S. states. Current high school seniors who plan to enroll full-time in an accredited two- or four-year college or university in the United States by Fall. Ambitious and motivated, as evidenced by outstanding achievement in school, community, or work activities. / / February
Best Buy Scholarship Program / This year the program will award scholarships to students in grades 9-12 living in the U.S. or Puerto Rico who plan to enter a full-time undergraduate course of study upon high school graduation. / / December / February
Bruce Fishkin Scholarship Fund / The Bruce Fishkin Scholarship Fund is in search of standouts. In search of high school students in their junior or senior year who seek to challenge themselves to succeed and accomplish what most people never imagine. Selection is primarily based upon each recipient’s answer to three essay questions. Awards are not predicated upon need, but rather on ability, individuality, and potential. We seek students who place a premium on higher education.If you have always known deep inside that given the chance, you’d achieve greatness, well, here’s your chance. / / December
NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP / DESCRIPTION / WEBSITE / APPLICATION AVAILABLE / APPLICATION DUE
Bruce Lee Foundation Scholarship Program / The purpose of theScholarshipProgram is to provide a financial award of $1,000.00 to one or more students who understand, appreciate and exemplify Bruce Lee’s passion for education as well as his qualities of honest expression, forward thought, self-exploration, and assertiveness. The scholarships are available to students age 16 and older who will be attending or are already attending a two-year college, four-year university, or licensed trade and/or vocational school in the United States. Criteria used in evaluating applicants include, but is not limited to, involvement in extra-curricular activities/community service/work experience, future potential and knowledge of Bruce Lee. / / January / June
Buick Achievers Scholarship Program / Seniors who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business, with an interest in automotive industry. / / February
Burger King Scholars Program / Be graduating high school seniors, have a cumulative high school grade point average of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale, or the equivalent. Plan to enroll full-time, without interruption, for the entire academic year at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school in the U.S., Canada or Puerto Rico / / November / January
Carl’s Jr. Scholarship Program / Assist students who plan to continue education in college or vocational school programs. / / February
Chicana/Latina Foundation / Each year the Chicana Latina Foundation awards merit-based scholarships to Latina college students, valued at $1,500 dollars each. / / January / March
Clark County Public Education Foundation (CCPEF) / Clark County receives a list of over 100 scholarships every week in conjunction with those that are offered through CCPEF. Seniors must visit with their counselor to obtain scholarship information and fill out scholarship application on-line. / / October-November / February
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation / High school seniors attending school in the United States. Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution. Carrying a minimum 3.0 GPA at the end of their junior year of high school. / / August / October
College Jumpstart Scholarship / The College Jumpstart Scholarship is an annual, merit-based competition -- financial need is not considered -- that is open to 10th-12th graders, college students and non-traditional students. The main requirement is that you are committed to going to school and can express your goals for getting a higher education. / / October / April
NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP / DESCRIPTION / WEBSITE / APPLICATION AVAILABLE / APPLICATION DUE
Congressional Hispanic Scholarships / CHCI's scholarship opportunities are afforded to Latino students in the United States who have a history of performing public service-oriented activities in their communities and who demonstrate a desire to continue their civic
engagement in the future. There is no GPA or academic major
requirement. Students with excellent leadership potential are
encouraged to apply. (You can download 6th Edition National Directory of Scholarships, Internships & Fellowships for Latino Students) / / April
Cultural Diversity Foundation Scholarship / The Cultural Diversity Foundation is proud to aid disadvantaged Clark County residents in their pursuit of academic excellence. The CDF strives to provide learning opportunities that afford individuals from disadvantaged populations, regardless of ethnic and cultural background, to achieve their highest educational and professional goals / / May
Elks National Foundation-Legacy Awards / Senior, child, or grandchild of a living Elk who joined the order on or before 4/1/09 or charter member of a Lodge that was instituted on or after 4/1/09 is eligible to apply. / / September / February
Elks National Foundation-Most Valuable Student Scholarship / High School Senior, related to a member of the Elks. Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. / / September / December
Epicurean Charitable Foundation Scholarship / Provides financially underprivileged students the opportunity to attend a four‐year college with premier hospitality and culinary programs anywhere in the nation. The Foundation has sponsored many high school students as interns in various hotels and restaurants both on the Las Vegas Strip and throughout the city and awarded full‐tuition academic scholarships to Clark County high school graduates. / / January / March
ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship / Increase awareness about the need for more math and science graduates, especially among underrepresented populations. The ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship is the latest effort to support students who plan to pursue math and science related degrees. applicants should: / / April
Forgotten Dependents Scholarship Program / Forgotten Dependents Scholarship Fund is for U.S. citizens, unmarried students between the ages of 16 - 25.Children of deceased active duty Veterans or those missing in action and believed to be deceased and all students that have
experienced the death of a biological parent(s). / / April
NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP / DESCRIPTION / WEBSITE / APPLICATION AVAILABLE / APPLICATION DUE
Gates Millennium Scholarship (GMS) / Senior, African-American, American Indian, Alaska Native, Asian Pacific American, or Hispanic American. Unweighted 3.3 GPA who will enroll for the 1st time to an accredited college or university as a full-time student. / / September / January
Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) / The nation’s leading Hispanic higher education fund, HSF works to address the barriers that keep many Latinos from earning a college degree. /
Holocaust Remembrance Project Essay Contest / The Holocaust Remembrance Project is a national essay contest for high school students designed to encourage and promote the study of the Holocaust.This contest is open to all students age 19 and under who are currently enrolled as a high school student in grades 9-12. / / April
Horatio Alger Scholarship Program / Senior, looking for students that have overcome hardships and adversity. Students should be involved in school & community activities. Must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum gpa of 2.0 / / September / October
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship / Be a graduating, minority high school senior, plan to attend an accredited and approved four–year institution within the United States, show leadership potential, demonstrate a dedication to community service, present evidence of financial need, be a United States citizen,
a minimum SAT score of 1,000 combined on the math and critical reading sections or a composite ACT score of 22. / / October / March
John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest / Open to high school students in grades 9-12. Essay can be no more than 1,000 words. Essays must have a minimum of five sources, including one non-internet source. / / January
Key Club International Scholarship Program / Are you a member of your high school Key Club? Did you know that being involved with the Key Club makes you eligible for several Key Club International scholarship programs? / / Determined by each Key Club District
KFC Colonel Scholars / Looking for high school seniors with entrepreneurial drive, strong perseverance, demonstrated financial need and who want to pursue a college education at an accredited public institution in the state they reside. / / February
Las Vegas Latin Chamber of Commerce Hispanic Scholarship / Qualifying senior who plans to attend a Nevada public college or university program beginning in the Fall after graduation. GPA of 3.0 and above, demonstrate financial need, are first in their family to attend college. / See your school’s alpha counselor or College/Scholarship counselor regarding this particular scholarship / January / March
Life Lesson’s Scholarships / If you are between 17 and 24 years of age, and have experienced the death of a parent or legal guardian, and are currently enrolled in, or have been accepted to, a college, university, you may apply for this scholarship / / February/March
NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP / DESCRIPTION / WEBSITE / APPLICATION AVAILABLE / APPLICATION DUE
Microsoft College Scholarships / Microsoft College scholarships are designed to encourage students to pursue studies in computer science and related technical disciplines. Encourage students from groups currently under-represented in the field of computer science to pursue technical degrees. While all candidates who meet the criteria for eligibility described below may apply, a large majority of our scholarships will be awarded to female students, under-represented minority students or students with disabilities. Minority applicants must be a member of one of the following groups under-represented in the software field: African American, Hispanic or Native American. Microsoft will review all applications and select final candidates on the basis of eligibility, quality of application, displayed interest in the software industry, commitment to leadership and financial need / / February
Millennium Scholarship / Upon graduation, students are automatically eligible for Millennium scholarship if you graduate and complete high school with at least a 3.25 gpa, are a Nevada resident and taken/completed 4 English courses, 4 Math courses, 3 Natural Science courses, and 3 Social Science & History courses, you are eligible and no application needs to be filled out. (as of 6/11, scholarship is available up to class of 2015) / / Students will receive awards packet from the State a few months after graduation.
National Association for Asian and Pacific American Education Scholarships / Each year, the National Association for Asian and Pacific American Education invites high school seniors. The scholarship committee considers all applicants; the primary purpose of this scholarship is to support students who plan to become teachers. /
National Co-Op Scholarship / Have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale, complete all the required admissions applications material from one of the WACE Partner Institutions listed. Complete the National Co-op Scholarship application including a typed one-page essay (500-words). / / February
National Merit Scholarship Program / Students compete on the basis of test scores, academic achievement and school recommendations. Taking the Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) as a Junior in High School is required to apply for the scholarship through this program. / / October (take PSAT)
NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP / DESCRIPTION / WEBSITE / APPLICATION AVAILABLE / APPLICATION DUE
Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) / This scholarship helps students find solutions to high cost of college education. The NROTC Scholarship Program offers students the opportunity to earn their degree and receive valuable leadership and management skills while enjoying the benefits of an exciting career. / / January
Nevada State Women’s Golf Association-Girl’s Golf Scholarship / Applicants must have an interest in knowledge of and skill in the game of golf; a minimum grade point average of 3.0, good citizenship and a willingness to further her education. She also must have played golf on a girl’s high school team in Southern Nevada. Golf coach must complete a confidential recommendation for the applicant. / Talk to your counselor for more information. / January / April
Nordstrom Scholarship Program / Be a high school junior, maintain a cumulative unweighted GPA of at least 2.7 (on a 4.0 scale) throughout your high school career, have participated in community/volunteer activities, live and attend school in one of the participating states designated by Nordstrom, be planning to apply for financial assistance to attend college, attend an accredited four-year college or university during all years for which the scholarship is awarded. Be eligible to attend a four-year college or university in the United States, live and attend school in one of the participating geographic areas designated by Nordstrom, & not have a conviction for any crime / shop.nordstrom.com/c/nordstrom-cares-scholarship / February / May
OCA Scholarship Program / OCA understands the importance of supporting the next generation of Asian Pacific Americans (APA) and hosts a number of leadership development programs designed specifically for APA youth. OCA has been providing assistance to deserving APA students to pursue their dreams of a higher education through the OCA Scholarship Program. OCA has partnered with various foundations throughout the years that are committed in providing educational opportunities to their communities and the future generation of APA leaders. /
Omega Phi Beta-Reach for the Gold Book Scholarship / The Reach for the Gold Book Scholarships targets a woman of color who is a college-bound senior. The scholarship is an award of $1,000 and is applied to the high costs of college textbooks in the first year of college. / / January
Parent Deceased Scholarship Search / SchoolSoup.com has identified Parent Deceased Scholarships and has listed over $40 Billion in available scholarships. We take pride in having the most comprehensive free and up to date information available online. /
NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP / DESCRIPTION / WEBSITE / APPLICATION AVAILABLE / APPLICATION DUE
Philippine Bisayan Society of Nevada (PBSN) / Must be resident of Nevada with one parent of Philippine ancestry, must be high school graduating Senior, must have 3.0gpa, must be a registered full time student with at least 12 credit hours in the fall term. / Talk to your counselor for more information. / January / March
Premios Juventud (Univision’s Hispanic Academic Excellence Award / Currently be in his/her senior year of high school with sufficient credits to graduate in the spring term of 2011
Reside in the continental United States of America, have a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher based on a 4.0 scale, be of Hispanic heritage defined as persons descended from Spain, Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, Uruguay, Paraguay, Cuba, Puerto Rico, or the Dominican Republic
Be fluent in the Spanish language
Be either a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card
Have a valid social security number
Be accepted to attend a U.S. accredited college or university. / May
Ron Brown Scholar Program / Named for the late Secretary of Commerce and inspired by his dedication to public service, the Ron Brown Scholar Program was established in 1996 to provide academic scholarships, service opportunities and leadership experiences for young African Americans of outstanding promise. / / Deadlines are November and January
Quest Bridge College Prep
Scholarship / If you are a high school junior with a strong academic record and an annual family income of less than $60,000, we encourage you to apply. Many past award recipients have also been part of the first generation in their family to attend college. / / February / March
Samsung American Legion Scholarship / Scholarships are restricted to high school juniors who complete either a Boys State or Girls State program and are a direct descendant - i.e. child, grandchild, great grandchild, etc. - or a legally adopted child of a wartime veteran who served on active duty during at least one of the periods of war officially designated as eligibility dates for American Legion membership /
Scholarship America / Scholarship America’s mission is to mobilize America, through scholarship and educational support, to make postsecondary education possible for all students-and that mission is now more important than ever. /
NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP / DESCRIPTION / WEBSITE / APPLICATION AVAILABLE / APPLICATION DUE
Scholarships for Hispanics.org / Contains scholarship information for Hispanics with more than 1,000 sources of financial aid available to Hispanic students around the country and world. / Hispanics.org
Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest / Stuck at Prom® is a contest that challenges high-schoolers to make amazing Duck Tape® prom outfits for the chance to win scholarship prizes! Once the top ten couples are selected it's up to you to vote for the winners! / / March / June
The Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program / High School Principals or Counselors nominate the best and the brightest high school seniors who demonstrate a strong commitment to community service and display leadership abilities in school activities or through work experience. /
The Fountainhead Essay contest / For high school students who participate in an essay contest on the novel Fountainhead by Ayn Rand. Entrant must be in the 11th or 12th grade. / / April
The Humanist Essay Contest / TheHumanist Essay Contest is geared toward exposing students in grades 9-12 to humanism and issues of importance to humanists while financially helping these young scholars advance in their studies. Prizes are awarded for originality of thought, sense of emotional engagement, clarity and quality of presentation, amount of research evidenced, and future potential shown by the author. / / January / March
The Montgomery GI Bill / Provides educational benefits for individuals entering military service or the reserves after June 30, 1985. Reservist who have enlisted for six or more years after July 1, 1985 may be eligible for the Selected Reserve Education Benefit /
The National Peace Essay contest / Essay contest for grades 9-12. / / February
The Post-9/11 GI Bill / A new education benefit program for individuals who served on active duty on or after September 11, 2001 /
Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund (TMCF) / TMCF scholarships have provided support to help fund an education at one of our nation's public Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). TMCF provides merit-based scholarships to students seeking financial assistance to complete their education. TMCF scholarship recipients are awarded annually to students meeting the TMCF eligibility criteria. Check the website for more information. /
Toyota Scholarships / Toyota has long supported a wide variety of scholarship programs, many of which focus on minority and disadvantaged students. We firmly believe in supporting those in pursuit of higher learning to help individuals achieve their full potential. /
NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP / DESCRIPTION / WEBSITE / APPLICATION AVAILABLE / APPLICATION DUE
United Negro College Fund / The UNCF Program Services Department manages various scholarship programs. Each program has its own eligibility criteria, open/close dates and required documentation. To apply for a UNCF scholarship, you must apply through the on-line application process. /
US Bank Scholarships / Paying for college can be challenging, especially with the cost of college tuition increasing and student financial aid sources decreasing. Here’s your opportunity to apply for one of 40 $1,000 scholarships. In order to be eligible for the U.S. Bank Scholarship Program, a student must be a high school senior planning to enroll at an eligible four-year college or university participating in the U.S. Bank Student Loan Program. / / March
USPan Asian American Chamber of Commerce Scholarship / At least 16 years of age at the time of application, of Asian Pacific Island heritage, A citizen or permanent resident of the United States, beginning full-time study at an accredited post-secondary educational institution in the United States in Fall 2012, able to attend CelebrAsian 2012 Business Opportunity Conference, during June 4-6, 2012 at the Marriott Bethesda North Hotel & Conference Center in Bethesda, Maryland. The applicant should demonstrate:
- Academic achievement of 3.3 GPA or higher
- Leadership in extracurricular activities
- Involvement in community service
- Financial need
Wal-Mart Foundation Scholarship Programs / The Wal-Mart Foundation offers two scholarship programs that benefit Wal-Mart associates and their high school senior dependents. / / January / March
Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) / If you are a resident of Nevada, you are eligible to request a reduced WUE tuition rate of 150% of the resident rate at one of the 145 participating schools in the West. WUE states include: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. /
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