January 2016
College Acceptances
Tressa Mikayla Bivins – Birmingham-Southern College
(Achievement Grant), Oglethorpe
Sydney Allison Durham – Auburn University, Georgia College,
Shorter University (Dean’s Scholarship), Georgia Southern
University, University of North Georgia
Ebele Okoye – Kennesaw State University, Georgia Southern
University, Georgia State University
Tomiwa Oderinde – Georgia College (President’s Scholarship)
Mackenzi Brown – Georgia Southern University
Devin Butler – Georgia Southern University, Oglethorpe
University, North Carolina Agricultural & Technical
State University
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January Scholarship NewsA happy new year to all
Welcome to the January 2016 Scholarship Newsletter.
It's time to remind you about Credit Union Scholarships. Credit Unions all over the country offer high school students scholarships. Most Credit Union Scholarships are for high school seniors with application deadlines in March, so contact local credit unions for their information.
The deadline for the Optimist International Essay Contest varies by district, so it is mentioned here (the deadlines are typically in January and February). If you have an interest, check out the link and find your local deadline.
Those of you who are Children or family members of Active-duty Police and Firefightersyou should keep checking that page as scholarships come due throughout the year.
Scholarship Name / Deadline / Comments
2016 West Point Bridge Design Contest / January 11, 2016 / This date is not the deadline, but just the first day they will accept designs. This is a bridge design contest for middle school and high school students. Download their cool software and have fun.
The Gates Millennium Scholars Program / January 13, 2016 / This program offers underserved high school seniors an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in any field of study.
National MS Society Scholarship Program / January 15, 2016 / For high school seniors who have been diagnosed with MS or who have a parent with MS.
Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship Awards / January 15, 2016 / For High school seniors who are planning a career of service to the United States in local, state, or federal government.
Love Your Body: 2016 Poster Contest / January 15, 2016 / A poster contest for all ages.
Dell Scholars Program / January 15, 2016 / This is a great opportunity for eligible students; the scholarship provides them with resources and mentoring and financial assistance.
SAE Engineering Scholarships / January 15, 2016 / For high school seniors planning on studying engineering.
American Mensa Educational & Research Foundation Scholarship / January 15, 2016 / Great grades, poor grades, it doesn’t matter, it just matters how you write for this scholarship.
SAE Engineering Scholarships / January 15, 2016 / For high school seniors interested in engineering (the deadline for college students is February 15th).
RMHC U.S. Scholarships / January 20, 2016 / For high school seniors with financial need.
The DuPont Challenge Science Essay / January 31, 2016 / This competition encourages students in grades 7 through 12 to express their enthusiasm for science by writing an essay.
Union Plus Scholarship / January 31, 2016 / For high school seniors and college students. You must be the child of a union member or a union member to be eligible.
Princeton Prize in Race Relations / January 31, 2016 / The prize commends young people who are working to increase understanding and mutual respect among all races.
Association for Women in Mathematics Essay Contest / January 31, 2016 / Write about a woman mathematician
The Lint Center for National Security Studies Scholarships / January 31, 2016 / A scholarship for high school seniors and college students interested in national security.
National FFA Organization Scholarships / February 1, 2016 / You must be a high school senior or college student and a member of FFA (not a member? You can join and then apply)
Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision Awards Program / February 1, 2016 / A program for K to 12 year students to explore a vision of future technology by combining their imaginations with the tools of science.
Davidson Fellows Scholarship / February 10, 2016 / This prestigious scholarship is for students under 18 who have completed a significant piece of work.
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**LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship / Comments / Deadline
Henry County High School Foundation Scholarship/
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- 60 awarded each year for $500, $750, and $1000
- 3.0 GPA, non-weighted
- Submitting a written essay
- Demonstrating financial need
- Fulfilling an interview with the Board
- Graduate from a public school in Henry County
- Application packets in the counseling office
Georgia District Civitan Foundation Alice Dodd Scholarship for Outstanding Community Service
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- $1200 first place; $800 second place awards
- 500 word maximum essay
- Detailed list of community service activities
- 3 letters of recommendation & transcript
- Although grades & financial need are important, the overriding criteria is community service involvement
- Application packets in the counseling office
Georgia District Civitan Foundation Bobby Dodd Scholarship for Outstanding Community Service (To Recognize a Physically Challenged Student)
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- $1200 first place; $800 second place awards
- 500 word maximum essay
- Detailed list of community service activities
- 3 letters of recommendation & transcript
- Although grades & financial need are important, the overriding criteria is community service involvement
- Description of disability and the challenges it has presented
- Application packets in the counseling office
Georgia District Junior Civitan Scholarships and the Robert Wyand Junior Civitan Scholarship
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- Must be a Junior Civitan Club member
- Three $1,000 awards
- 250 word essay
- 2 letters of recommendation & transcript
- Application packet in the counseling office
Henry County NAACP 2016-2017 Freedom Fund College Scholarship
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- Be a high school senior in Henry County Schools and live in Henry County
- Have and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
- Have participated in school, extracurricular, community service, leadership activities
- Demonstrate financial need
- Submit a one-page essay on one of the topics in the scholarship application
- Submit a one-page biography and a graduation photo
- Submit a letter of recommendation from guidance counselor, teacher or administrator on letterhead.
- Participate in a panel interview
The Walter Harrison Scholarship (Snapping Shoals EMC) /
- Autobiographical Sketch and 2 Recommendation required
- Financial need and academic ability will be considered
- The scholarship amount of $1,000
- Application packets in the counseling office
Snapping Shoals EMC J.E. Robinson Memorial Scholarship /
- At least 4 scholarships will be awarded
- Each scholarship will be worth $2,000
- Transcript, test scores, 3 letters of recommendation, & bio are required
Snapping Shoals EMC All-Around Student Scholarship /
- At least six scholarships will be awarded.
- Each scholarship will be worth $2,000
- Transcript, test scores, 3 letters of recommendation, & bio are required
Better Business Bureau 2016 Student of Integrity Scholarship
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- Essay 500 words or less
- Topic: What BBB Programs and Services Strengthen Ethics/Integrity for your generation?
- Six $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors
Georgia United’s 21st Annual Scholarship Program Two scholarships:
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- Requires a short essay of 250 words or less
- Students (or their parents) must be members of Georgia United
- Students are encouraged to include information regarding financial need, scholastic standing, special achievements, and leadership
·1stPlace Recipient: $3,000
·2ndPlace: $2,000
·3rdPlace: $1,000
·Top Eight Runners-Up: $500 each
Archbishop Emeritus John Francis Donoghue Scholarship
·1st Place: $1,500
·2nd Place: $1,000 / March 1, 2016
Henry County Retired Educators Association
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- Scholarship amount of $500
- Must plan to pursue a degree in education
- Application packets available in the counseling office
Bridgeway Opportunity Scholarship
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- $5,000 minimum renewable for 4 years
- Personal statement required
- 3.8 GPA or higher
- Majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering, and/or Mathematics
- 5 letters of recommendation
- Parent/guardian tax return
Georgia Military Scholarships (GMS)
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- 42 scholarships valued at $70,000 each available for your college-bound seniors
- Pays for four years of tuition, fees, room, meals, books, and uniforms at the University of North Georgia in the Corps of Cadets
- 3.0 cumulative GPA; minimum SAT of 440 math and 480 critical reading (or ACT of 18 math and 20 English)
W. H. “Howie” McClennan Scholarship /
- Provides financial assistance for children or legally adopted children of fire fighters killed in the line of duty
- $2500 renewable for 4 years
St. John's University Catholic Scholarships
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- Ozanam Scholars Program: Up to $10,000 per year for four years
- Catholic Scholars Program: Up to $5,000 per year for four years
- Catholic Student Scholarship: Up to $2,500 per year for four years
Scholarships for Military Children Program /
- A minimum of one $2,000 scholarship will be awarded at every commissary location where qualified applications are received
- More than one scholarship per commissary may be available based on response and funding
- The scholarship provides for payment of tuition, books, lab fees and other related expenses
Buick Achievers Scholarship Program /
- Up to $25,000 per year for 50 first-time freshmen or existing college students, renewable for up to four years and one additional year for those entering a qualified five-year engineering program
- Must plan to major in a specified course of study that focuses on Engineering, Technology, or select Design and Business related programs of study
- Must demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in the automotive or related industries using these areas of study
- Special consideration will be given to the following applicants: first-generation college attendees, females, minorities, military veterans and dependents of military personnel
OTHER FEBRUARY DEADLINES
Florida A&M University National Alumni Association Metro-Atlanta Chapter Scholarship
Contact:Eligibility: Incoming freshmen from Metro-Atlanta high schools planning to attend FAMU. Must have at least a 3.0 GPA and minimum 1500 SAT or 20 ACT. Check the website for the full list of requirements. Spring Preview campus tour information also available on the website. Award:Begin at $1,000 and are non-renewable. Application PDF: Deadline: Feb 15
American Meteorological Society (AMS) Minority Scholarship
Contact: Eligibility: Minority studentstraditionally underrepresented in the sciences who intend to pursue careers in the atmospheric or relatedoceanic and hydrologic sciences and who will be entering their freshman year of college in year award isapplicable. Award: $3000 for a nine-month period in the freshman year and an additional $3000 for a nine13month period in the sophomore year Deadline: Feb 5
National Co-op Scholarship Program
Contact: Eligibility: Applicants must have a cumulativehigh school GPA of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale. Minority and female students as well as students interestedin science, mathematics, engineering and technology (SMET) are encouraged to apply. Award: Contact fordetails Deadline: Feb 15
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
Contact: Eligibility: Minority graduating high schoolsenior showing leadership potential, demonstrating a dedication to community service, and demonstratingfinancial need Award: up to $7,500 Deadline: Feb 15
DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) Scholarships
Contact: Eligibility: All applicants must be citizens ofthe US and must attend or plan to attend an accredited college or university in the US. Awards are based onacademic merit, commitment to the field of study and financial need. Award: Political Science, History,Government, and Economics Scholarships - $1,000 - $2,000; Nursing School Scholarships- $1,000; MedicalScholarships- up to $5,000 Deadline: Feb 10
Alzheimer's Awareness College Scholarship
Contact: Eligibility: Students currently enrolled in a public,independent, parochial, military, home-school or other high school in the US who plan to enter an accreditedfour-year college/university within 12 months of the scholarship deadline. Must have US citizenship orpermanent residency. Award: $500 - $5,000 Deadline: Feb 15
100 Scholarship Program
Contact: Eligibility: Undergraduate student or high schoolstudent must be transitioning to college with a minimum GPA of 2.5, be attending a post-secondary,accredited institution or planning to attend, be planning to attend school for entire academic year beginningin the Fall, have completed 50 hours of “active” community service within past 12-months with certifieddocumentation, and have leadership involvement. Award: $1,000 - $3,000 Deadline: Feb 28
Announcements:
Interested in attending the US Air Force Academy? If you are a member of our ROTC Program you could complete for one of 5 appointments from our school. Please see Mrs. Stone in the Counseling Office ASAP (the application process is lengthy). Application Deadline: January 31, 2016.
Georgia Regents University – Medical College of Georgia – Igniting the Dream of Medicine High School and Undergraduate Conference. Saturday, February 17, 2016 from 8:30am – 4:00pm. Participate in hands on simulation/lab and mock interviews; network with Medical College Deans, Program Administrators, and faculty; learn about admissions, the MCAT, and more about the BS/MD Program. Presented by the Office of Student & Multicultural Affairs and the Student National Medical Association.
NACAC Atlanta National College Fair – Georgia International Convention Center – Sunday March 13, 2016 from 12:30pm to 4pm – Register at More info at Free Admission.
Georgia State University’s website has several scholarships still available for students accepted to attend. If you plan to apply to GSU, submit your application soon in order to qualify for their in-house scholarships.
Georgia Southwestern offersnumerous scholarships to incoming freshmen. Exceptional applicants are invited to attend the Southwestern Scholars Competition where they will interview and compete for their share of more than $600,000 in scholarship money awarded annually. To apply:
Deadline: February 1, 2016.
Andrew College – Pitts Academic Scholarship Competition awards 2 full academic scholarships (tuition, room and board). Minimum requirements: Acceptance to Andrew College, 3.0 GPA or higher, minimum SAT 460CR & 460M or minimum ACT 19E & 19M, and record of leadership and/or service to school, community or church. To apply: Deadline: March 11, 2016. Other scholarships are also available.
Jacksonville State University offers over 200 general scholarships. ACT composites of 20+ or SAT minimums of 950+ may qualify for tuition scholarships. Must apply to JSU by March 1st and complete scholarship application at
Many colleges/universities offer “Departmental Scholarships” and “Alumni Funded Scholarships” for accepted students. Be sure to check their websites. It is not too late!