Scholarships for Seniors
Seniors- Be sure to check the websites of the colleges you are applying to for more scholarship opportunities! For links to Utah Colleges Scholarship pages CLICK HERE
ASAP CONGRESSIONAL MILITARY APPOINTMENTS & NAVY, AIR FORCE & ARMY ROTC Seniors Appointments to West Point (Army), Air Force or the Naval Academy require a nomination from a member of Congress. The process to receive an appointment is quite lengthy. The Congressmen begin accepting applications in September (the earliest due date is in Oct.) and an in-depth interview will be required. http://hatch.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/academynominations http://lee.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/academynominations ; https://love.house.gov/militaryacademy-nomination-faq/ ; www.afrotc.com www.goarmy.com/rotc www.nrotc.navy.mil Acadamy Appointments cover all costs ROTC varies
15-Sep GATES SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Applicants must be from at least one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American; Pell-eligible; A US citizen, national or permanent resident; Minimum GPA of 3.3 https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship covers unmet need
19-Sep SIEMENS COMPEITION IN MATH, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Awards individual or team research projects in math, science, engineering and technology, or involve combinations of disciplines. Several phases of judging. www.collegeboard.com/siemens $1000 - $100,000
27-Sep QUESTBRIDGE NATIONAL COLLEGE MATCH Seniors QuestBridge National College Match porgram connects outstanding low-income high school seniors (families earning less than $65,000/year for a family of four) with admission and full four-year scholarships to the following colleges: Amherst, Bowdoin, Brown, Caltech, Carleton, Claremont Mckenna, Colby, Colorado College, Columbia, Dartmouth, Davidson, Duke, Emory, Grinnell, Hamilton, Haverford, Macalester, MIT, Northwestern, Oberlin, Pomona, Princeton, Rice, Scripps, Standford, Swarthmore, Tufts, U of Chicago, U of Notre Dame, Uof Penn, USC, U of VA, Vanderbilt, Vassar, Washinton & Lee, Wellesley, Wesleyan, Willaims, Yale. www.questbridge.org/for-students/ncm-nationalcollege-match Full Scholarship for four years
30-Sep DON'T TEXT AND DRIVE SCHOLARSHIP Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Complete the on-line application form including a 140-character message about texting while driving. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full length 500- to 1,000-word essay about texting while driving. http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/dont-text-anddrive-scholarship $1,000
30-Sep MONEY METALS EXCHANGE SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Fill out the application form, provide proof of current attendance at a high school, college, or university (by submitting, for example, a transcript) and upload their current resume and their essay. Essays should be roughly 1,000 words in length and should answer ONE of the four questions. https://www.moneymetals.com/scholarship $1000, $2000
30-Sep ODENZA MARKETING SCHOLARSHIP Ages 16 - 25 Submit answers to two essay questions and have a 2.5 GPA or higher. http://www.odenzascholarships.com/awards/8/eligibility_odenza_marketing_group_scholarship.php
NOW- NATIONAL PORTFOLIO DAY Seniors Over 100 colleges will attend the National Portfolio Day, held in various cities around the country. Bring your work, meet with colleges and receive admissions to art schools. http://portfolioday.net/ Amounts vary
1-Oct COMMERCIAL VIDEO SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Submit an original commercial about car Insurance driving habits good or bad. Please try to keep the videos positive in nature. Share your video with your friends (youtube,twitter,facebook,google plus,blogger,reddit,tumblr,Pinterest,Linkedln,Stumbleupon,Digg) http://cheapautoinsuranceco.com/commercialvideo-scholarship-win-to-help-pay-for-college.html $5,000
2-Oct HISPANIC HERITAGE YOUTH AWARDS Seniors Students have an average GPA of 3.5 or higher, and they are promoted as role models to inspire others and shatter negative stereotypes. Youth Awardees can receive grants for education or community projects to encourage social innovation and entrepreneurship. Minimum 3.0. Permanent Resident, DACA, U.S. Citizen or Eligible Non-Citizen http://hispanicheritage.org/programs/leadership/youth-awards/ Up to $3000
2 - Oct 8 - Jan 5 - Mar JACK KENT COOKE YOUNG ARTIST AWARD Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Seniors must appy by 2 - Oct Monetary support to assist with music-related needs (tuition, training, or equipment), will perform on a live taping of From the Top and will participate in a Cultural Leadership workshop. For pre-college classical musicians who demonstrate exceptional musical talent, unmet financial need, and solid academic achievement. https://www.fromthetop.org/apply/ Up to $10,000
2-Oct WENDY'S HIGH SCHOOL HEISMAN AWARD Seniors For students who exhibit excellence in the classroom, on the field and within their communities. Minimum 3.0 GPA and participate in at least one of the 47 sports officially sanctioned by the NFSHS, and/or Internation Olympic Committee. Winners will be invited to the Awards Banquet in New York City. www.wendysheisman.com $1000 - $10,000
6-Oct AES ENGINEERS SCHOLARSHIP Seniors This scholarship will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluating the essays (1000 words or less) that are submitted. Scholarships are intended for future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. You are not required to be taking engineering courses to be eligible. www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm $500
6-Oct ACT TEST ACT Test Late registration for Oct 28 Exam
6-Oct CREATE REAL IMPACT CONTEST Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Create an original work showcasing your idea for a SOLUTION to the very real problem of reckless and distracted driving. http://www.createrealimpact.com/ $500 - $1500
2-Oct U OF U SCIENCE DAY Sophomores, Juniors Seniors Event held Nov 4. Scholarships awarded during closing ceremonies http://science.utah.edu/events/science-day.php 3 @ $1000; 1 @ $3000
13-Oct YOUNG ARTS AWARDS Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Compete in the disciplines of cinematic arts, dance, design, jazz, music, photography, theater, visual arts, voice and writing. $35 registration fee per discipline. www.youngarts.org $250 - $10,000
25-Oct HORATIO ALGER SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Applicant should have a strong commitment to pursuing a bachelor’s degree; critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required); involvement in co-curricular and community activities; demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, minimum 2.0 GPA and US citizen or permanent resident. https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/about-our-scholarship-programs/ $10,000 - $25,000
27-Oct US BANK FINANCIAL GENIUS SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Complete all eight Financial Genius for Life online learning modules in addition to the online application for a chance to win. https://www.usbank.com/community/financialeducation/scholarship.html 1 @ $20,000; 1@ $10,000 3@$5000
31-Oct BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA NATIONAL EAGLE SCOUT ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS Seniors Be an Eagle Scout, provide a high school transcript, ACT score of at least 28, have demonstrated leadership ability in Scouting, have a strong record of participation in activities outside of scouting, provide a statement clearly stating why you need financial aid and provide one signed recommendation letter from a volunteer or professional Scout leader. www.nesa.org/applications.html From $2500 - $48,000
31-Oct BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA NATIONAL EAGLE SCOUT MERIT Seniors Same criteria as above, but financial need and minimum ACT score are NOT a consideration www.nesa.org/applications.html $2000 - $5000
31-Oct COCA-COLA SCHOLARS Seniors Must be a US citizen. Awards are achievement based. Approximately 2200 applicants will be selected as Semifinalists who will complete a secondary application. 250 advance to the final interview stage. www.coca-colascholars.org 150 @ $20,000;
31-Oct COUNTY OFFICE SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Please write a 500-1500 word essay for the following prompt: "Describe how one of the local government offices (or type of office) listed on our website has improved your own life and/or the lives of people around you." http://www.countyoffice.org/ $1,000
31-Oct LIAISON'S DATA-INSPIRED FUTURE SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Create a 30-60 second video that: Discusses/explains/demonstrates an important aspect of data in today’s or tomorrow’s society; Includes one interesting fact about yourself. https://www.liaison.com/scholarship/ $5,000
31-Oct NANCY THORP POETRY CONTEST Sophomore, Junior Girls No more than two poems submitted and must have a faculty sponsor https://www.hollins.edu/academics/majorsminors/english-creative-writing-major/nancy-thorppoetry-contest/ 1 @ $200; 6 @ $25 Cash awards
31-Oct VOICE OF DEMOCRACY Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Record an original 3-5 minute essay on the year’s topic. Must be in your own voice, without music, special effects or background sounds. Entries begin at the Post Level. Post 9803 4139 S 1135 E Salt Lake City, UT 84124 1208 United States Phone: (801) 262-7984 https://www.vfw.org/- /media/VFWSite/Files/Community/Youth-andEducation/Voice-of-Democracy-Student-EntryForm-and-Brochure.pdf?la=en $1000 - $30,000
1-Nov BENNINGTON COLLEGE YOUNG WRITERS COMPETITION Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Submit poetry (a group of three poems); fiction (a short story or oneact play); nonfiction (a personal or academic essay) on-line to Bennington college. https://admissions.bennington.edu/register/youngwriters Award amounts vary
1-Nov RON BROWN SCHOLAR PROGRAM Seniors For African Americans who will make significant contributions to society. Based on academic excellence: exceptional leadership; community service; demonstrate financial need. November 1 deadline for all scholarships. January 9 final deadline. www.ronbrown.org 10 - 20 @ $10,000 for 4 years
1-Nov U OF U HONORS PROGRAM Seniors Priority deadline is Nov 1.Minimum 3.5 GPA to apply http://honors.utah.edu/admissions/admissionprocess/
3-Nov ACT TEST On-time registration for the Dec 9 ACT Exam www.actstudent.org
7-Nov PRUDENTIAL SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY AWARDS Grades 5-12 Describe a volunteer community service activity performed within the past year. Fill out the online application and turn into the counselng center by Nov 8. Judged on inspiration; effort; impact and personal growth. WJHS may submit one student to compete at the state level. https://spirit.prudential.com/ State winners = $1000 and trip to Washington DC. National = $5000.
10-Nov DAVIDSON BELK SCHOLARSHIPS Seniors For students planning on attending Davidson University http://www.davidson.edu/admission-and-financialaid/john-belk-scholarship
10-Nov MARYKNOLL ESSAY CONTEST Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Write an essay on the current year's topic. https://maryknollsociety.org/publications/essaycontest/ $150, $300, $1000
15-Nov INTEL SCIENCE TALENT SEARCH Seniors Awards for independent research in science, math, engineering and medicine. Selection process includes: research report evaluated by 3 or more scientists, mathematicians, and/or engineers; evaluation of entry form; review of high school transcripts. https://student.societyforscience.org/regeneron-sts Over 3.1 million dollars in scholarships
15-Nov FISHER & TALWAR SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Minimum 3.0 GPA A 500 word essay on the following topic: Who or what is your inspiration for pursuing an education? http://www.fishertalwar.com/scholarship/ $1,000
17-Nov ACT TEST Late registration for the Dec 9 ACT Exam www.actstudent.org
30-Nov BACHUS & SHANKER LLC SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Write an essay of no fewer than 800 words about your opinion on the importance and efficacy of the 7th Amendment and how it affects your life. http://www.coloradolaw.net/scholarship/ $2,000
30-Nov DANIELS SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Must be a US citizen, a permanent resident of the US or have refugee or asylum status in the US; demonstrate financial need; minimum 17 ACT score in each category. The application process is lengthy, so start early! www.danielsfund.org Covers unmet need of the student
27-Nov ELKS “MOST VALUABLE STUDENT” SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Judged on scholarships, leadership, and financial need. www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.cfm 2@ $50,000 2 @ $40,000 2 @ $30,000 14 @ $20,000 480@ $4000
On-going CAPPEX EASY MONEY SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Create a Cappex profile and tell what you do in your spare time. Monthly $1000 scholarships. https://www.cappex.com/scholarships/ $1,000
On-going COMMON KNOWLEDGE Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Several different on-line quizzes on different subjects. Quizzes are made up of 15 to 25 multiple choice questions. Quizzes are added monthly. Must register to participate. www.cksf.org $250 - $2500
On-going COURSE HERO SCHOLARSHIP 16 and older Applicants must create a free Course Hero account and complete the application form. Winners will be chosen based on short-answer responses, so be creative! Check back each month for a new question https://www.coursehero.com/scholarships/ $1000 monthly scholarship
Quarterly CUTEST PET CONTEST Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Quarterly contest. Submit your photo of your pet. The type of pet doesn’t matter www.cutestpetcontest.com $1000 grand prize
Quarterly DISCOVER STUDENT LOANS SCHOLARSHIPS Seniors Sign up to receive helpful tips on planning and paying for college and you are automatically entered into the sweepstakes. https://www.discover.com/studentloans/scholarships/award.html?acmpgn=OSLSPX01 0 5 @ $2500 Sweepstakes
On-going DOSOMETHING.ORG Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors DoSomething.org Campaign Scholarships reward teens for participating in one of Do Something's numerous national campaigns and recognizes everyday teens who are taking action and making a difference in their community—and catapult them into lifelong civic leaders. www.dosomething.org/scholarships Awards vary
On-going FASTWEB INVITE A FRIEND SWEEPSTAKES Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors You must log into your Fastweb account to obtain your personal referral link. For each person who registers for Fastweb via your personal referral link during the Promotion Period, you and your referral will entered as a pair into the monthly drawing. fastweb.com $500
Seniors- Be sure to check the websites of the colleges you are applying to for more scholarship opportunities! For links to Utah Colleges Scholarship pages CLICK HERE
ASAP CONGRESSIONAL MILITARY APPOINTMENTS & NAVY, AIR FORCE & ARMY ROTC Seniors Appointments to West Point (Army), Air Force or the Naval Academy require a nomination from a member of Congress. The process to receive an appointment is quite lengthy. The Congressmen begin accepting applications in September (the earliest due date is in Oct.) and an in-depth interview will be required. http://hatch.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/academynominations http://lee.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/academynominations ; https://love.house.gov/militaryacademy-nomination-faq/ ; www.afrotc.com www.goarmy.com/rotc www.nrotc.navy.mil Acadamy Appointments cover all costs ROTC varies
15-Sep GATES SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Applicants must be from at least one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American; Pell-eligible; A US citizen, national or permanent resident; Minimum GPA of 3.3 https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship covers unmet need
19-Sep SIEMENS COMPEITION IN MATH, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Awards individual or team research projects in math, science, engineering and technology, or involve combinations of disciplines. Several phases of judging. www.collegeboard.com/siemens $1000 - $100,000
27-Sep QUESTBRIDGE NATIONAL COLLEGE MATCH Seniors QuestBridge National College Match porgram connects outstanding low-income high school seniors (families earning less than $65,000/year for a family of four) with admission and full four-year scholarships to the following colleges: Amherst, Bowdoin, Brown, Caltech, Carleton, Claremont Mckenna, Colby, Colorado College, Columbia, Dartmouth, Davidson, Duke, Emory, Grinnell, Hamilton, Haverford, Macalester, MIT, Northwestern, Oberlin, Pomona, Princeton, Rice, Scripps, Standford, Swarthmore, Tufts, U of Chicago, U of Notre Dame, Uof Penn, USC, U of VA, Vanderbilt, Vassar, Washinton & Lee, Wellesley, Wesleyan, Willaims, Yale. www.questbridge.org/for-students/ncm-nationalcollege-match Full Scholarship for four years
30-Sep DON'T TEXT AND DRIVE SCHOLARSHIP Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Complete the on-line application form including a 140-character message about texting while driving. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full length 500- to 1,000-word essay about texting while driving. http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/dont-text-anddrive-scholarship $1,000
30-Sep MONEY METALS EXCHANGE SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Fill out the application form, provide proof of current attendance at a high school, college, or university (by submitting, for example, a transcript) and upload their current resume and their essay. Essays should be roughly 1,000 words in length and should answer ONE of the four questions. https://www.moneymetals.com/scholarship $1000, $2000
30-Sep ODENZA MARKETING SCHOLARSHIP Ages 16 - 25 Submit answers to two essay questions and have a 2.5 GPA or higher. http://www.odenzascholarships.com/awards/8/eligibility_odenza_marketing_group_scholarship.php
NOW- NATIONAL PORTFOLIO DAY Seniors Over 100 colleges will attend the National Portfolio Day, held in various cities around the country. Bring your work, meet with colleges and receive admissions to art schools. http://portfolioday.net/ Amounts vary
1-Oct COMMERCIAL VIDEO SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Submit an original commercial about car Insurance driving habits good or bad. Please try to keep the videos positive in nature. Share your video with your friends (youtube,twitter,facebook,google plus,blogger,reddit,tumblr,Pinterest,Linkedln,Stumbleupon,Digg) http://cheapautoinsuranceco.com/commercialvideo-scholarship-win-to-help-pay-for-college.html $5,000
2-Oct HISPANIC HERITAGE YOUTH AWARDS Seniors Students have an average GPA of 3.5 or higher, and they are promoted as role models to inspire others and shatter negative stereotypes. Youth Awardees can receive grants for education or community projects to encourage social innovation and entrepreneurship. Minimum 3.0. Permanent Resident, DACA, U.S. Citizen or Eligible Non-Citizen http://hispanicheritage.org/programs/leadership/youth-awards/ Up to $3000
2 - Oct 8 - Jan 5 - Mar JACK KENT COOKE YOUNG ARTIST AWARD Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Seniors must appy by 2 - Oct Monetary support to assist with music-related needs (tuition, training, or equipment), will perform on a live taping of From the Top and will participate in a Cultural Leadership workshop. For pre-college classical musicians who demonstrate exceptional musical talent, unmet financial need, and solid academic achievement. https://www.fromthetop.org/apply/ Up to $10,000
2-Oct WENDY'S HIGH SCHOOL HEISMAN AWARD Seniors For students who exhibit excellence in the classroom, on the field and within their communities. Minimum 3.0 GPA and participate in at least one of the 47 sports officially sanctioned by the NFSHS, and/or Internation Olympic Committee. Winners will be invited to the Awards Banquet in New York City. www.wendysheisman.com $1000 - $10,000
6-Oct AES ENGINEERS SCHOLARSHIP Seniors This scholarship will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluating the essays (1000 words or less) that are submitted. Scholarships are intended for future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. You are not required to be taking engineering courses to be eligible. www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm $500
6-Oct ACT TEST ACT Test Late registration for Oct 28 Exam
6-Oct CREATE REAL IMPACT CONTEST Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Create an original work showcasing your idea for a SOLUTION to the very real problem of reckless and distracted driving. http://www.createrealimpact.com/ $500 - $1500
2-Oct U OF U SCIENCE DAY Sophomores, Juniors Seniors Event held Nov 4. Scholarships awarded during closing ceremonies http://science.utah.edu/events/science-day.php 3 @ $1000; 1 @ $3000
13-Oct YOUNG ARTS AWARDS Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Compete in the disciplines of cinematic arts, dance, design, jazz, music, photography, theater, visual arts, voice and writing. $35 registration fee per discipline. www.youngarts.org $250 - $10,000
25-Oct HORATIO ALGER SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Applicant should have a strong commitment to pursuing a bachelor’s degree; critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required); involvement in co-curricular and community activities; demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, minimum 2.0 GPA and US citizen or permanent resident. https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/about-our-scholarship-programs/ $10,000 - $25,000
27-Oct US BANK FINANCIAL GENIUS SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Complete all eight Financial Genius for Life online learning modules in addition to the online application for a chance to win. https://www.usbank.com/community/financialeducation/scholarship.html 1 @ $20,000; 1@ $10,000 3@$5000
31-Oct BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA NATIONAL EAGLE SCOUT ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS Seniors Be an Eagle Scout, provide a high school transcript, ACT score of at least 28, have demonstrated leadership ability in Scouting, have a strong record of participation in activities outside of scouting, provide a statement clearly stating why you need financial aid and provide one signed recommendation letter from a volunteer or professional Scout leader. www.nesa.org/applications.html From $2500 - $48,000
31-Oct BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA NATIONAL EAGLE SCOUT MERIT Seniors Same criteria as above, but financial need and minimum ACT score are NOT a consideration www.nesa.org/applications.html $2000 - $5000
31-Oct COCA-COLA SCHOLARS Seniors Must be a US citizen. Awards are achievement based. Approximately 2200 applicants will be selected as Semifinalists who will complete a secondary application. 250 advance to the final interview stage. www.coca-colascholars.org 150 @ $20,000;
31-Oct COUNTY OFFICE SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Please write a 500-1500 word essay for the following prompt: "Describe how one of the local government offices (or type of office) listed on our website has improved your own life and/or the lives of people around you." http://www.countyoffice.org/ $1,000
31-Oct LIAISON'S DATA-INSPIRED FUTURE SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Create a 30-60 second video that: Discusses/explains/demonstrates an important aspect of data in today’s or tomorrow’s society; Includes one interesting fact about yourself. https://www.liaison.com/scholarship/ $5,000
31-Oct NANCY THORP POETRY CONTEST Sophomore, Junior Girls No more than two poems submitted and must have a faculty sponsor https://www.hollins.edu/academics/majorsminors/english-creative-writing-major/nancy-thorppoetry-contest/ 1 @ $200; 6 @ $25 Cash awards
31-Oct VOICE OF DEMOCRACY Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Record an original 3-5 minute essay on the year’s topic. Must be in your own voice, without music, special effects or background sounds. Entries begin at the Post Level. Post 9803 4139 S 1135 E Salt Lake City, UT 84124 1208 United States Phone: (801) 262-7984 https://www.vfw.org/- /media/VFWSite/Files/Community/Youth-andEducation/Voice-of-Democracy-Student-EntryForm-and-Brochure.pdf?la=en $1000 - $30,000
1-Nov BENNINGTON COLLEGE YOUNG WRITERS COMPETITION Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Submit poetry (a group of three poems); fiction (a short story or oneact play); nonfiction (a personal or academic essay) on-line to Bennington college. https://admissions.bennington.edu/register/youngwriters Award amounts vary
1-Nov RON BROWN SCHOLAR PROGRAM Seniors For African Americans who will make significant contributions to society. Based on academic excellence: exceptional leadership; community service; demonstrate financial need. November 1 deadline for all scholarships. January 9 final deadline. www.ronbrown.org 10 - 20 @ $10,000 for 4 years
1-Nov U OF U HONORS PROGRAM Seniors Priority deadline is Nov 1.Minimum 3.5 GPA to apply http://honors.utah.edu/admissions/admissionprocess/
3-Nov ACT TEST On-time registration for the Dec 9 ACT Exam www.actstudent.org
7-Nov PRUDENTIAL SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY AWARDS Grades 5-12 Describe a volunteer community service activity performed within the past year. Fill out the online application and turn into the counselng center by Nov 8. Judged on inspiration; effort; impact and personal growth. WJHS may submit one student to compete at the state level. https://spirit.prudential.com/ State winners = $1000 and trip to Washington DC. National = $5000.
10-Nov DAVIDSON BELK SCHOLARSHIPS Seniors For students planning on attending Davidson University http://www.davidson.edu/admission-and-financialaid/john-belk-scholarship
10-Nov MARYKNOLL ESSAY CONTEST Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Write an essay on the current year's topic. https://maryknollsociety.org/publications/essaycontest/ $150, $300, $1000
15-Nov INTEL SCIENCE TALENT SEARCH Seniors Awards for independent research in science, math, engineering and medicine. Selection process includes: research report evaluated by 3 or more scientists, mathematicians, and/or engineers; evaluation of entry form; review of high school transcripts. https://student.societyforscience.org/regeneron-sts Over 3.1 million dollars in scholarships
15-Nov FISHER & TALWAR SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Minimum 3.0 GPA A 500 word essay on the following topic: Who or what is your inspiration for pursuing an education? http://www.fishertalwar.com/scholarship/ $1,000
17-Nov ACT TEST Late registration for the Dec 9 ACT Exam www.actstudent.org
30-Nov BACHUS & SHANKER LLC SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Write an essay of no fewer than 800 words about your opinion on the importance and efficacy of the 7th Amendment and how it affects your life. http://www.coloradolaw.net/scholarship/ $2,000
30-Nov DANIELS SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Must be a US citizen, a permanent resident of the US or have refugee or asylum status in the US; demonstrate financial need; minimum 17 ACT score in each category. The application process is lengthy, so start early! www.danielsfund.org Covers unmet need of the student
27-Nov ELKS “MOST VALUABLE STUDENT” SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Judged on scholarships, leadership, and financial need. www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.cfm 2@ $50,000 2 @ $40,000 2 @ $30,000 14 @ $20,000 480@ $4000
On-going CAPPEX EASY MONEY SCHOLARSHIP Seniors Create a Cappex profile and tell what you do in your spare time. Monthly $1000 scholarships. https://www.cappex.com/scholarships/ $1,000
On-going COMMON KNOWLEDGE Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Several different on-line quizzes on different subjects. Quizzes are made up of 15 to 25 multiple choice questions. Quizzes are added monthly. Must register to participate. www.cksf.org $250 - $2500
On-going COURSE HERO SCHOLARSHIP 16 and older Applicants must create a free Course Hero account and complete the application form. Winners will be chosen based on short-answer responses, so be creative! Check back each month for a new question https://www.coursehero.com/scholarships/ $1000 monthly scholarship
Quarterly CUTEST PET CONTEST Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Quarterly contest. Submit your photo of your pet. The type of pet doesn’t matter www.cutestpetcontest.com $1000 grand prize
Quarterly DISCOVER STUDENT LOANS SCHOLARSHIPS Seniors Sign up to receive helpful tips on planning and paying for college and you are automatically entered into the sweepstakes. https://www.discover.com/studentloans/scholarships/award.html?acmpgn=OSLSPX01 0 5 @ $2500 Sweepstakes
On-going DOSOMETHING.ORG Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors DoSomething.org Campaign Scholarships reward teens for participating in one of Do Something's numerous national campaigns and recognizes everyday teens who are taking action and making a difference in their community—and catapult them into lifelong civic leaders. www.dosomething.org/scholarships Awards vary
On-going FASTWEB INVITE A FRIEND SWEEPSTAKES Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors You must log into your Fastweb account to obtain your personal referral link. For each person who registers for Fastweb via your personal referral link during the Promotion Period, you and your referral will entered as a pair into the monthly drawing. fastweb.com $500
