SCHOLARSHIP UPDATE
Mount Tabor High School
March 19, 2012
Students and Parents are welcome to look for updated and current scholarship information on the SCHOLARSHIP RACK, just inside the Guidance Office door.
The Winston-Salem Foundation common scholarship application is now open. Search for scholarship opportunities and complete the application at www.wsfoundation.org. The deadline is April 15, 2012. (Some scholarships coordinated by the Winston-Salem Foundation have a separate application process).
Seniors and parents should search for scholarship/financial aid opportunities at CFNC.org and collegeboard.org. You will find information about North Carolina residential programs and other programs based on student interests, characteristics, credentials, plans for postsecondary education, and other criteria. All North Carolina financial aid programs are described in the 2012 edition of Student Aid for North Carolinians, available at CFNC.org/fabook.
Eligibility for need-based financial aid programs is based on submitting the FAFSA. Some colleges/universities require the CSS/Profile also. Families that have not filed the FAFSA should do so ASAP.
The 2011 North Carolina General Assembly enacted legislation that merged multiple state programs into a single program known as the FORGIVEABLE EDUCATION LOANS FOR SERVICE PROGRAM (FELS), providing forgivable loans to qualified North Carolina residents who are committed to working in North Carolina in identified high-need professions. FELS recipients will sign a promissory note agreeing to work in North Carolina in their approved fields of study. The FELS application and program details, including the amounts that will be awarded and the qualifying fields of study will be posted at CFNC.org/FELS. Some information is posted now with a deadline of April 1, 2012.
Search for scholarship opportunities at these sites:
www.cappex.com/scholarships
www.fastweb.com
www.scholarships.com
www.zinch.com
NEW SCHOLARSHIPS ON THE UPDATE:
WINSTON-SALEM/FORSYTH COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED SCHOOL PERSONNEL C. DOUGLAS CARTER SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Exhibit evidence of scholarship and service to the school and community and be of good character and have a strong desire to become involved in education and its profession (two MT seniors will be selected to apply)
Awards: Two $1,000 scholarships
Deadline: April 27, 2012 (Submit Senior Profile/Resume and Scholarship Nomination Form to Mr. Huck by March 29 for consideration)
Contact: Information form available in MT Guidance Office
WINSTON-SALEM JAYCEES’ OUTSTANDING YOUNG LEADER SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Applicants will be judged on their contributions to their school and community, leadership, and their academic promise; 3.0 GPA or higher
Awards: At least 2 $500 scholarships
Deadline: April 10, 2012 (Submit completed application to Mr. Huck or Mr. Fisher in Room 525)
Contact: Application available in MT Guidance Office
SETHOS COURT (105) DAUGHTERS OF ISIS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Applicants must have demonstrated outstanding achievement and merit in scholarship and citizenship during their endeavors
Award: The scholarship is designed to assist a worthy high school senior in obtaining books for a post secondary education with the amount to be determined
Deadline: April 10, 2012
Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office
RHO ZETA CHAPTER OF ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC. SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Male and female minority students who will attended an accredited, recognized or approved institution of higher education; cumulative GPA of 2.9 or better (two MT students will be selected to apply)
Awards Three $500 scholarships
Deadline: April 13, 2012 (Submit Senior Profile/Resume and Scholarship Nomination Form to Mr. Huck by March 23, 2012 for consideration)
Contact: Information form available in MT Guidance Office
HEART OF THE PIEDMONT OF THE AMERICAN BUSINESS WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Candidates must be women who are citizens of the US and residents of Forsyth, Guilford, Randolph or Rockingham County, will be college first or second year level in August 2012, are attending or have been accepted at an accredited vocational/technical or community college authorized to confer an associate degree and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better
Award: One $1,000 scholarship
Deadline: May 15, 2012 (the first 10 fully completed applications will be considered)
Contact: The application will be completed online and requires a biographical sketch, three professional letters of reference and an official transcript. To apply, interested, eligible women should send name and email address to: Toby L. Page,
SOUTHEAST THRESHER’S QUEEN PAGEANT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Young women who are residents of several NC counties, including Forsyth County; pageant participation
Award: One $2,000 scholarship
Deadline: June 16, 2012
Contact: Information and application available in MT Guidance Office
These scholarship opportunities have been listed on previous updates:
STRATFORD ROTARY SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria: Evidence of scholarship (minimum 3.2 GPA), demonstration of leadership in school, evidence of dedication and commitment, willingness to make a difference in the community as evidenced by community service, and evidence of financial need, based on FAFSA form or other information showing need (One MT senior application will be submitted)
Aw Awards: Three $2,500 scholarships
Deadline: April 13, 2012 (Interested students should have Senior Profile/Resume and Scholarship Nomination Form to Mr. Huck by March 23, 2012)
Contact: Information available in MT Guidance Office
WINSTON-SALEM/FORSYTH COUNTY PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: African-American seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (unweighted) and demonstrate good citizenship as evidenced by involvement in school and community activities
Award: $500 scholarship
Deadline: March 23, 2012
Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office (Submit application to address on the application)
NORTH CAROLINA SOCIETY OF ACCOUNTANTS SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
Criteria: Deserving students who show a firm intention to enter the field of Accounting
Awards: Several $500 scholarships
Deadline: April 15, 2012
Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office
AMVETS AMERICANISM ESSAY CONTEST (AMVETS AND AMVETS LADIES AUXILIARY)
Criteria: Essay Contest: “I am proud to be an American because….”
Awards: State and National monetary awards
Deadline: April 1, 2012
Contact: Information and application in MT Guidance Office
JEFF TURNER-FORSYTH AUDUBON SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP (WINSTON-SALEM FOUNDATION)
Criteria: Student graduating from a Forsyth County high school and demonstrating an interest in wildlife or environmental issues as shown through active participation in the Audubon Society of Forsyth County or other involvement in wildlife or other environmental activities either at school or in the community; strong character, leadership, and academic skills 9minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0)
Award: $1,000 scholarship
Deadline: April 15, 2012
Contact: Access the application at www.wsfoundation.org.students, using the common application
MOUNT TABOR PTSA ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria: MT seniors who are PTSA members and minimum QPA of 4.5 and GPA of 3.5
Awards: Two $1,000 scholarships (one female and one male)
Deadline: April 30, 2012
Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office
MOUNT TABOR PTSA ARTS LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria: MT seniors who are PTSA members and participate in music, drama, art, or dance at junior and/or senior level with a minimum GPA of 3.0; eligible students must have served in a leadership position in performing or visual arts
Awards: Three $500 scholarships
Deadline: April 30, 2012
Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office or from Arts Education teachers
MOUNT TABOR PTSA ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria: MT seniors who are PTSA members and have or will participate in a varsity level sport during the senior year with a minimum QPA of 3.0
Awards: Four $500 scholarships
Deadline: April 30, 2012
Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office
PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE SCHOLARSHIP (STATE EMPLOYEES CREDIT UNION)
Criteria: Eligible students are seniors at North Carolina traditional public high schools who have been accepted to one of the 16 constituent campuses of the University of North Carolina; student has demonstrated leadership, excellence of character, integrity, and community involvement; student must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and deserving of financial aid
Award: One $10,000 scholarship (over 4 years)
Deadline: May 4, 2012 (Mount Tabor application will include Senior Profile and Resume, Letter of Acceptance to a UNC school, and statement of character, integrity, community involvement, and financial need, and statement of parent/guardian employment to Mr. Huck by April 20, 2012)
Contact: Application and information page available in MT Guidance Office
NORTH CAROLINA BAR ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria: Children of North Carolina law enforcement officers killed or permanently disable in the line of duty
Awards: Eight scholarships last year from $250 to $4,000
Deadline: April 2, 2012
Contact: Go to https://younglawyers.ncbar.org/resources/scholarships.aspx or contact Jacquelyn Terrell at or call 1-800-662-7407
PIEDMONT CIVITAN CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Academics and Need (two MT students will be selected to apply)
Awards: Two $1,000 scholarships
Deadline: April 17, 2012 (Provide Senior Profile/Resume and scholarship Nomination request by March 23, 2012 to Mr. Huck to be considered)
Contact: Information letter in MT Guidance Office
180 MEDICAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria: High school seniors, college freshmen, sophomores or juniors who are under a physician’s care for spina bifida, a spinal cord injury, or transverse myelitis
Awards: Three $1,000 scholarships
Deadline: June 1, 2012
Contact: Visit www.180medical.com/scholarships for application instructions and more information
IDA TILSON SCHOLARSHIPS (FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ON FIFTH in WINSTON-SALEM)
Criteria: Although the primary criteria is need, evidence of ability to succeed in the educational program chosen, character and dependability, and religious involvement will be considered
Awards: Several Scholarships
Deadline: May 1, 2012
Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office
2012 STUDENT-VIEW SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria: High school seniors who plan to attend four-year colleges, community/junior colleges or career schools; scholarships are awarded via a random drawing of all completed applications
Awards: Eight $500 scholarships; Two $1,000 scholarships; and One $4,000 scholarship
Deadline: April 22, 2012
Contact: Long on to www.student-view.com and complete a 15-20 minute application survey about colleges in your area
LEWISVILLE CIVIC CLUB LEADERSHIP AWARD
Criteria: The purpose of this award is to recognize a high school senior or high school graduate who has distinguished him/herself and to encourage service to the Town of Lewisville; 2.5 minimum GPA, involvement in clubs/organizations, other school activities, and leadership development
Awards: Three $1,500 scholarships
Deadline: March 30, 2012
Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office
STATE EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION OF NORTH CAROLINA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria: Applicant and/or parent or guardian must be a member of SEANC (parents may join now); awards are made on the basis of merit and on financial need; applicants must apply through the local SEANC district; financial need applicants must include a copy of the FAFSA Student Aid Report
Awards: Twenty-four awards (12 merit-based, 12 financial need_ for four-year college or university students; four awards are annual scholarships (2 merit-based, 2 financial need) for students enrolling in junior college, community college or technical school
Deadline: April 15, 2012
Contact: Information sheets available in MT Guidance Office; scholarship applications are available at www.seanc.org; contact Renee Vaughan at 919-833-6436 or 800-222-2758 x 3333 or
MILITARY OFFICERS OF AMERICA ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP (TAR HEEL CENTRAL CHAPTER)
Criteria: Outstanding individuals who are 1) currently enrolled in a JROTC unit and planning to pursue a military career or 2) a child of a military service member who was wounded or died while on active or reserve duty; open to residents of Forsyth, David, Davidson, Stokes, Surry, and Yadkin Counties
Awards: Two $1,000 scholarships
Deadline: April 15, 2012
Contact: Information and application available in MT Guidance Office
WHILTOW-OSBORNE SCHOLARSHIP (NORTH CAROLINA ASSOCIATION OF RESCUE & EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES, INC.
Criteria: High school seniors or members of an Emergency Services organization in the following counties: Alamance, Alleghany, Ashe, Forsyth, Guilford, Randolph, Rockingham, Stokes, Surry, Watauga, Wilkes and Yadkin; recipient must enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical college, or an accredited trade school.
Awards; One $2,000 scholarship
Deadline: March 31, 2012
Contact: Application available in MT Guidance Office
ERICA WOLFE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Mount Tabor senior who has participated in band/orchestra or high school sports, school clubs, and community organizations; minimum 3.5 unweighted GPA
Award: one scholarship, varies each year (usually $750 to $1,000)
Deadline: April 15, 2012 (submit application to Mr. Huck)
Contact: Obtain application from the Winston-Salem Foundation website, www.wsfoundation.org or the WS Foundation area in the MT Guidance Office
WES BURTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Mount Tabor senior who has demonstrated examples of community and school service, plans to major in mathematics, computer science, business administration, or engineering in college, and demonstrates financial need
Award: $500
Deadline: April 15, 2012
Contact: Information and application available at www.wsfoundation.org; use the common application
JOSH GRAY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Mount Tabor seniors who are members of the girls or boys soccer teams and demonstrate strong character and leadership skills, extraordinary team spirit, concern for others, a positive and encouraging attitude toward teammates, and a genuine lover for soccer; academic promise and financial need also considered
Award: $1,000
Deadline: April 15, 2012 (submit application materials to Mr. Huck)
Contact: Information at www.wsfoundation.org or the WS Foundation area in the MT Guidance Office
EDWARD KENT WELCH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Mount Tabor seniors who are accepted to and plan to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and demonstrate academic promise, evidence of strong moral character, genuine concern for others, and school and/or community leadership
Award: $1,500
Deadline: all seniors who plan to attend UNC-Chapel Hill are considered in May
Contact: Information available at www.wsfoundation.org
Information, criteria and applications for the following scholarship opportunities can be found at http:/www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php
ODENZA MARKETING AWARD-$500 (Deadline: March 30, 2012)
VANCOUVER RESTAURANT SCHOLARSHIP-$500 (Deadline: May 30, 2012)
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES SCHOLARSHIP-$5,000 (Deadline: May 30, 2012)
BIG DIG SCHOLARSHIP-$3,000 (Deadline: June 1, 2012)
MAN MAC AUTOMATIC SCHOLARSHIP-$500 (Deadline: June 15, 2012)
BBG COMMUNICATIONS SCHOLARSHIP-$1,000 (Deadline: June 30, 2012)
NAVY ROTC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria: Navy and Navy Nurse scholarships; no obligation to commit to the Navy until your sophomore year; over 160 colleges and universities have programs
Awards: Full tuition, books, uniforms, and living allowance
Deadline: Not Stated
Contact: Fact Sheet in MT Guidance Office: apply online at https://www.nrotc.navy.mil; for more information go to www.navy.com/careers/nrotc; contact Sergeant Harold Marrie, Jr. at 336-462-7334