December
Opportunities are listed in order received not in due date order. Please check back frequently for additional opportunities.
brockman scholars foundation scholarship -
texas a&m university (12/1/19)
texas a&m university (12/1/19)
The Brockman Scholars Foundation invites applications for a merit-based full scholarship that covers five years of study on the College Station campus of Texas A&M University. The scholarship supports four years of undergraduate studies in an approved program of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) as well as the one-year MS Business graduate degree at Texas A&M's Mays Business School. Students may apply for this prestigious full scholarship via the application portal at www.brockmanfoundation.org
The portal opens on Sept. 1 to receive applications for studies beginning in the 2020-21 academic year. The application deadline is at 5:00 p.m. U.S. Central Time on December 1, 2019.
The Brockman Scholarship covers tuition fees in full, room and board, transportation, books and supplies, an overseas study opportunity, and internship opportunities.
The portal opens on Sept. 1 to receive applications for studies beginning in the 2020-21 academic year. The application deadline is at 5:00 p.m. U.S. Central Time on December 1, 2019.
The Brockman Scholarship covers tuition fees in full, room and board, transportation, books and supplies, an overseas study opportunity, and internship opportunities.
unigo $10,000 scholarship (12/31/19)
Applicants must:
Be thirteen (13) years of age or older at the time of application
Be legal residents of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia
Be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than the fall of 2025) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher educationSubmit an online written response to the question:
"Imagine a historical figure is brought back to life. Who is it? What's their favorite mobile app?" (250 words or less)
The Unigo $10K Scholarship winner will be notified by email or phone on or around March 31, 2020.
Award Amount$10,000
Application DeadlineDecember 31, 2019
To access the application, visit:
www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/unigo-10k-scholarship
Be thirteen (13) years of age or older at the time of application
Be legal residents of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia
Be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than the fall of 2025) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher educationSubmit an online written response to the question:
"Imagine a historical figure is brought back to life. Who is it? What's their favorite mobile app?" (250 words or less)
The Unigo $10K Scholarship winner will be notified by email or phone on or around March 31, 2020.
Award Amount$10,000
Application DeadlineDecember 31, 2019
To access the application, visit:
www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/unigo-10k-scholarship
College Board Opportunity Scholarship (rolling)
Juniors can start the process in December of their Junior year!
Seniors can apply and update information at any time!
Turn Your Efforts Into ScholarshipsThe College Board has launched a new scholarship program with $5 million of scholarships each year, beginning with the class of 2020.
The ScholarshipsThe more effort you put in, the more opportunities you have to earn a scholarship. Complete all six, and you’re eligible to earn $40,000. Scholarships will be awarded through monthly drawings to students who complete each action.
https://opportunity.collegeboard.org/
1. Build Your College List: $500Get started by exploring colleges you're interested in. Learn More
2. Practice for the SAT: $1,000Use Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy® to get ready for test day. Learn More
3. Improve Your Score: $2,000Show how practice pays off by improving your SAT score. Learn More
4. Strengthen Your College List: $500Make sure your college list has a mix of academic safety, match, and reach schools. Learn More
5. Complete the FAFSA: $1,000Fill out the free government form to apply for financial aid. Learn More
6. Apply to Colleges: $1,000Apply to the schools you want to attend. Learn More
Complete Your Journey: $40,000Complete all six scholarship steps to be eligible for a $40,000 scholarship. Learn More
Seniors can apply and update information at any time!
Turn Your Efforts Into ScholarshipsThe College Board has launched a new scholarship program with $5 million of scholarships each year, beginning with the class of 2020.
The ScholarshipsThe more effort you put in, the more opportunities you have to earn a scholarship. Complete all six, and you’re eligible to earn $40,000. Scholarships will be awarded through monthly drawings to students who complete each action.
https://opportunity.collegeboard.org/
1. Build Your College List: $500Get started by exploring colleges you're interested in. Learn More
2. Practice for the SAT: $1,000Use Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy® to get ready for test day. Learn More
3. Improve Your Score: $2,000Show how practice pays off by improving your SAT score. Learn More
4. Strengthen Your College List: $500Make sure your college list has a mix of academic safety, match, and reach schools. Learn More
5. Complete the FAFSA: $1,000Fill out the free government form to apply for financial aid. Learn More
6. Apply to Colleges: $1,000Apply to the schools you want to attend. Learn More
Complete Your Journey: $40,000Complete all six scholarship steps to be eligible for a $40,000 scholarship. Learn More
delta Kappa Gamma Society International Scholarship for women educators (12/13/19)
Delta Kappa Gamma Society International (0KG) is a professional honor society of key women educators in the United States, Canada, Europe, Latin America, and Japan. The Mission of the organization is to promote professional growth of women educators and excellence in education.
Xi Chapter is one of five Louisville area chapters. Each year Xi Chapter provides Grants-in-Aid to outstanding high school graduates entering teacher preparation programs and/or to worthy college students completing or continuing professional preparation to become educators. The amount of the awards vary.
Applications for the scholarship, with three letters of recommendation, are due by Friday, December 13, 2019. (Applications are available in the Manual Counseling Center).
Xi Chapter is one of five Louisville area chapters. Each year Xi Chapter provides Grants-in-Aid to outstanding high school graduates entering teacher preparation programs and/or to worthy college students completing or continuing professional preparation to become educators. The amount of the awards vary.
Applications for the scholarship, with three letters of recommendation, are due by Friday, December 13, 2019. (Applications are available in the Manual Counseling Center).
Imagine America Foundation Scholarships (2019-20)
Imagine America Foundaiton Scholarship
Qualifications
The Imagine America scholarship program can make it easier to achieve your dreams! If you have the commitment it takes to pursue a career education and meet the qualifications below, apply today!
APPLY FOR YOUR SCHOLARSHIP HERE
Only recent high school graduates who meet the following recommended guidelines should apply:
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Qualifications
The Imagine America scholarship program can make it easier to achieve your dreams! If you have the commitment it takes to pursue a career education and meet the qualifications below, apply today!
APPLY FOR YOUR SCHOLARSHIP HERE
Only recent high school graduates who meet the following recommended guidelines should apply:
- Likelihood of successful completion of postsecondary education
- High school grade point average of 2.5 or greater
- Financial need
- Demonstrated voluntary community service during senior year
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Boston University Merit Based scholarships (deadline december 1, 2019)
We hope you will encourage your students with outstanding academic records and strong leadership skills to apply for Boston University's merit-based scholarships.
To learn more about the requirements of these scholarships and other merit awards offered by BU, please visit our website.
- Trustee Scholarship – Boston University's most prestigious full-tuition scholarship recognizes extraordinary academic performance and leadership ability. Students must submit one additional essay with their application for admission.
- Presidential Scholarship – This four-year, $25,000 scholarship is awarded to students with exceptional academic achievements. No additional application materials are required—all students need to do to be considered is apply for admission by the scholarship deadline.
To learn more about the requirements of these scholarships and other merit awards offered by BU, please visit our website.
CENTRE COLLEGE BROWN FELLOWS; GRISSOM SCHOLARS; LINCOLN SCHOLARS; AND OTHER MERIT BASED SCHOLARSHIPS (deadlines vary - 2020)
The Brown Fellows Scholarship recognizes 10 incoming students annually who have achieved academically at the highest level and who are likely to be model scholars at Centre. The program includes a four year, full cost plus scholarship, including tuition, room, and board, an additional $10,000 in enrichment funds, on-campus program mentor and additional off-campus travel opportunities, and customized leadership projects that span the student’s collegiate career.
The Grissom Scholars Program is designed for outstanding first generation college students who exhibit character, ambition, and achievement both in and out of the classroom and have substantial financial need. The program recognizes 10 incoming students annually and includes a four year, full tuition plus scholarship, plus additional aid to cover any remaining financial need, an additional $5,000 in enrichment funds, individual mentoring and academic guidance for all four years, and regular leadership and group activities with other Grissom Scholars.
The Lincoln Scholars Program, named for the 16th President of the United States, is designed for students who have the capacity and a Depp desire to change the world. The program recognizes 10 incoming students annually and includes a four year, full cost plus scholarship, including tuition, room, and board, additional fully funded summer enrichment experiences, and an on-campus program mentor with additional off-campus travel opportunities.
To learn more about these and other scholarships available through Centre College, visit: www.centre.edu/scholarships/
The Grissom Scholars Program is designed for outstanding first generation college students who exhibit character, ambition, and achievement both in and out of the classroom and have substantial financial need. The program recognizes 10 incoming students annually and includes a four year, full tuition plus scholarship, plus additional aid to cover any remaining financial need, an additional $5,000 in enrichment funds, individual mentoring and academic guidance for all four years, and regular leadership and group activities with other Grissom Scholars.
The Lincoln Scholars Program, named for the 16th President of the United States, is designed for students who have the capacity and a Depp desire to change the world. The program recognizes 10 incoming students annually and includes a four year, full cost plus scholarship, including tuition, room, and board, additional fully funded summer enrichment experiences, and an on-campus program mentor with additional off-campus travel opportunities.
To learn more about these and other scholarships available through Centre College, visit: www.centre.edu/scholarships/
GE-REAGAN FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM (1/3/2020)
Each year, the program selects roughly 20 college-bound students who excel in leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship to receive $10,000 renewable scholarships - up to $40,000 total per recipient.
To be eligible for this award, applicants must:
For more information, eligibility requirements, and an online application, visit www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships, or follow them on Facebook at facebook.com/GEReaganScholarships.
To be eligible for this award, applicants must:
- demonstrate at school, at the workplace, and within the community the attributes of leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship;
- demonstrate strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 grade point average/4.0 scale or equivalent);
- be citizens of the United States of America;
- be current high school seniors attending high school in the United States (students living on U.S. Armed Forces base and homeschooled students are also eligible); and
- plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study toward a bachelor’s degree at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States for the entire upcoming academic year.
For more information, eligibility requirements, and an online application, visit www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships, or follow them on Facebook at facebook.com/GEReaganScholarships.
Calvin University Entrada PrograM
(12/12/2019 for Manual Nomination)
(12/12/2019 for Manual Nomination)
The Entrada Scholars Program at Calvin University offers racial ethnic minority high school students a gateway to the future: the opportunity to experience college learning and living while earning college credit.
Dates: June 21 – July 16, 2020
Applications for Entrada 2020 will open November 15, 2019. If students want to be nominated by a Manual counselor, then they must email Mr. Fowler by December 12, 2019 explaining why they should be nominated.
Highlights:
Applications must be received by February 3, 2020. Applicants will be notified by the end of April regarding admissions decisions. Please review the above eligibility requirements before applying.
JUNIORS (GRADE 11)
SENIORS (GRADE 12) Seniors must admitted to Calvin University.
Dates: June 21 – July 16, 2020
Applications for Entrada 2020 will open November 15, 2019. If students want to be nominated by a Manual counselor, then they must email Mr. Fowler by December 12, 2019 explaining why they should be nominated.
Highlights:
- Enroll in a 3 or 4 credit college course in areas such as English, history, biology or psychology
- Use Calvin’s state-of-the-art fitness facilities for activities like rock climbing and swimming
- Participate in group devotions
- Spend a fun day at Michigan’s largest amusement park, Michigan Adventure
- Perform in Entrada Talent Night
Applications must be received by February 3, 2020. Applicants will be notified by the end of April regarding admissions decisions. Please review the above eligibility requirements before applying.
JUNIORS (GRADE 11)
SENIORS (GRADE 12) Seniors must admitted to Calvin University.
DR. CARTER G. WOODSON LEGACY SCHOLAR TUITION SCHOLARSHIP AND AWARD TO BEREA COLLEGE (12/06/19)
Deserving African American Juniors are now eligible to apply for Berea College’s prestigious Dr. Carter G. Woodson Legacy Scholar Tuition Scholarship and Award. In honor of Dr. Carter G. Woodson’s legacy of academic excellence, civic engagement, and community service, Berea’s Legacy Award gives students:
If you are a junior African-American student, meet the above qualifications, and wish to be nominated for this outstanding opportunity, contact your Manual Counselor or Mr. Fowler (if you are a YPAS student) by sending a short message asking to be nominated for the scholarship. Also include your resume and a short statement explaining why you should be Manual’s nomination for this award and scholarship. Your counselor will check your qualifications and then contact you regarding the nomination process
The deadline to send your information and request to your counselor is Friday, Dec. 6th by 2:30 pm.
- A Legacy Tuition Scholarship in the amount of $8,000 per year for a total value of $32,000 over 4 years at Berea College.
- A special day for the student and their family on Berea’s Campus.
- A personalized award and recognition in their local newspaper.
- The opportunity to apply for admission early as a senior.
- Requirements to be nominated:
- Who Qualifies to be a Legacy Scholar?
- High School Juniors
- Identifies as African-American
- Demonstrates Financial Need (household income less than $40,000; would be Pell Grant eligible)
- Exhibits Academic Promise (GPA range 3.25-4.00, ACT range 20-30 or SAT 1050-1410
- Has outstanding qualities like persistence and leadership
If you are a junior African-American student, meet the above qualifications, and wish to be nominated for this outstanding opportunity, contact your Manual Counselor or Mr. Fowler (if you are a YPAS student) by sending a short message asking to be nominated for the scholarship. Also include your resume and a short statement explaining why you should be Manual’s nomination for this award and scholarship. Your counselor will check your qualifications and then contact you regarding the nomination process
The deadline to send your information and request to your counselor is Friday, Dec. 6th by 2:30 pm.