SCHOLARSHIP ZONE
For further information on any of the following scholarships, please see Ms. Deal or Ms. Donovan in the School Counseling office.
Please note – this list is NOT all-inclusive, it is the collection of scholarships that the school has received. Please check with the office of financial aid at the institutions to which you are applying. There are many school-specific scholarships and grants available this way. Virtually every college has a section of their website dedicated to scholarships available at their school. Other free scholarship websites include Fastweb, Edvisors, and The College Board.
The federal government requires the filing of a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to consider students for aid. Many other scholarships also require this form be on file. This CANNOT be filed before January 1 but must be completed as soon as possible after that date. Please plan now by logging into for further information.
-Updated 5/19/2016-
LOCAL Scholarships
GTE Financial Foundation Program
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: June 17, 2016
Requirements:
- High School Senior
- 3.0 or higher GPA
- GTE Financial Member
Description: A high school senior who demonstrates leadership abilities, work-related experience, and a commitment service and activities.
K. Hunter Goff Bankruptcy/Consumer Rights ScholarshipAmount:$1,000
Deadline: July 31, 2016
Requirements:
- Applicant must be attending college by Fall 2016 and have at least a 3.0 GPA.
- They must be interested pursuing a law-related degree.
Description:Only online applications will be accepted. The application can be found toward the bottom of the page at:
Budford & Gonzalez Law Firm
Deadline:May 31, 2016
Award Amount:$2,000
Description:Applicants must be attending college by the Fall 2016 semester.The Scholarship will be judged on merit and need. Academic achievements as well as any leadership experiences will be taken in to account.
Application:Only online applications will be accepted. The application can be found toward the bottom of the page at:
Ladah Law Firm
Deadline: May31, 2016
Award Amount: $2,000
Description:This scholarship is now available to anystudentwho will be attending an accredited college or university by Fall 2016 and have plans of attending law school in the future.
Application:The application can be found toward the bottom of the page at:
407 Law.com College Scholarship
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: May 31, 2016
Requirements:Applicant must be attending college by Fall 2016 and have a 3.0 GPA. They must be pursuing a law-related degree.
Application:Only online applications will be accepted. The application can be found at:
Aspiring Fashion Professional
Amount:$1,000
Deadline:June 1, 2016
Requirements:
- Graduating senior
- Submit application and an original 500-1000 word essay on the following topic: What specific skill do you most want to develop?
Description:This scholarship is awarded to students that are interested in pursuing a fashion degree at an accredited post-secondary institution or college. Interested students should visit and find the scholarship located at the bottom of the page and click on it.
Aspiring Animation Professional
Amount:$1,000
Deadline:June 1, 2016
Requirements:
- Graduating senior who intends to pursue an animation related field
Description:This is awarded to students that are interested in pursuing an animation career path at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Interested students should visit for more information and to apply (the scholarship is on the right hand side)
NATIONAL Scholarships
Nursing.org Scholarship
Amount:
Nursing.org's Nurses First Scholarship ($1000)
Bridging Your Career: The RN to BSN Scholarship ($500)
Breaking Barriers: Scholarship for Men in Nursing ($500)
Deadline: August 1, 2016
Requirements:
-18 years old at the time of applying for the scholarship.
-Be actively enrolled in an accredited nursing program.
-Minimum GPA of 3.5.
Description: Additional scholarship details, rules, terms of service and applications can be found at
Student Scholarships.org
Description: Largest collection of scholarships on the web.
Aspiring Nurse Scholarship
Amount:$1,000
Deadline: June 30, 2016
Requirements:
- Track record of academic excellence in science and math
- A passion for the nursing profession and the overall field of healthcare
- Plan to pursue LPN/LVN, AND, or BSN program
Description:Interested students should visit and click the banner on the right hand corner of the webpage.
Johnson Scholarship Foundation
Amount: Financial Assistance
Description: Children of UPS employees or retires who live in Florida. For questions please call 507-931-1682
Deadline: April 15, 2016
Description: Students with disabilities who will attend one of the twelve State Universities.
Deadline: May 15, 2016
Applications are available for download at
COMMUNITY SERVICE Scholarships
Jesse Brown Memorial Youth Scholarship
Amount:$20,000 top prize / several others in smaller amounts
Deadline:TBA – check website
Requirements:
- Dedicated to serving veterans
- Served a minimum of 100 hours at a VA medical center
- Must submit nomination packet with essay & supporting documentation
Description:This scholarship is open to any volunteer who is under 21 and must be used at an accredited institution of higher education. The top scholarship recipient will receive $20,000; additional scholarships are awarded in the amounts of $15,000, $10,000, $7,500, and $5,000. Visit for more information.
The Bonner Program
Amount:Varies
Requirements:
- Must be accepted to a participating school (see list on website)
- Interest in community service & social justice issues
- Be willing to serve an average of 10 hours per week if accepted as a scholar
Description: The Bonner Scholars award is available to entering first-year students at participating schools. Visit for more information.
DoSomething.org Volunteer Scholarships
Amount:Varies – many pay full tuition
Deadline:See website
Requirements:
- Must sign up for featured service campaigns
Description:Take action with Dosomething.org to make social change! By signing up for one of their featured campaigns, you’ll not only be doing good, but you could even win a scholarship – which means money to pay for school. Visit for more information.
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