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SEPTEMBER
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Scholarship
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Due Date
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Key Information
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Website
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| Fiesta Bowl Queen Court Scholarship |
9/16/10
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GPA 3.0 . Recipients of this award will serve as spokespersons for the Fiesta Bowl Festival of College Football |
http://www.fiestabowl.org/index.php/events/queencourt/ |
| Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest- Seniors |
9/17/10
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Write Essay between 800- 1,600 wordsAuthor: Ayn Rand
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http://aynrandnovels.com/essay-contests/ |
| Shout it out Scholarship 2009 |
9/30/10
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Essay required – 5 at $1,000 |
scholarshipexperts.com |
| AIA/AAF Scholarship Programs |
9/30/10
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Nomination required. Must plan to study in an NAAB-ARCHITECTURE program. |
www.archfoundation.org/aaf/aaf
/Programs.Fellowships.htm |
| “Shout it Out” Scholarship |
9/ 30/10
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five (5) $1,000.00 scholarships will be awarded to winners of an essay competition |
www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx |
| Make Art Save Art |
9/30/10
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Create a PC wallpaper design to show your artistic talent. Photography, graphic design, and traditional visual art are all eligible |
http://www.dosomething.org/make-art-save-art |
| Disney Scholarship 10/11 |
9/30/10
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3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale, attending a UNCF college or university, and have an interest in the arts, hotel hospitality, or communication. |
http://www.uncf.org/forstudents/scholarDetailSGA.asp?id=516 |
| Vantage Media, LLC Scholarship Sweepstakes |
Available
1/1/10
Deadline
9/30/10
|
Many different scholarshipsGeneral, Nursing, Business,
etc |
http://www.freescholarshipgrant.com/start.htm?kid |
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OCTOBER
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Scholarship
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Due Date
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Key Information
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Website
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| Bennington Young Writers Award |
11/1/10
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Students submit one of the following: poetry, fiction, nonfiction |
http://www.bennington.edu/go/news/young-writers-competition |
| National Eagle Scout Scholarship |
Available 11/1/10 Deadline 2/28/11
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Senior that has achieved Eagle Scout rank |
http://post369.columbus.oh.us/scouting.d/fact.sheets.d/nesa.d/files.d/hmapp.pdf |
| 1800Mattress.com”Next Commercial” Contest |
10/1/10
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Create a 60 second commercial that showcases how a 1800mattress enhances a good nights sleep and takes your nights sleep to the next level. |
http://1800mattresscontest.com/mattress/ (fastweb.com) |
| Women’s Western Golf Scholarship |
Available
10/1/10
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For women. Based on academics, financial need, character involvement in golf. |
www.wwga.org/scholarship_info.
htm |
| Siemens Competition Scholarship |
10/1/10
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Team or individual science project with research report abstract. |
www.collegeboard.com/siemens/i
ndex.html |
| National Eagle Scout Scholarship |
10/1/10
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One award is for leadership, the other is merit/need based more rigorous. |
www.nesa.org/scholarships.html |
| FastWeb Promo Award |
10/3/10
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Open to registered FastWeb members. Each day you log into your FastWeb account you increase your chances of winning. |
http://www.fastweb.com/content/back_to_school_sweepstakes (fastweb.com) |
| Gilman International Scholarship Program |
10/5/10
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Awards up to $5000 for students who want to study abroad. |
www.iie.org/programs/gilman/in
dex.html |
| Energy Solutions Scholarship |
10/11/10
|
For sophomores with minimum GPA of 3.5 who plan to get a science/math degree. |
www.energysolutionsfoundation.
org/scholar_home.php |
| Marc Heitz Student Scholarship Award |
10/8/10
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A scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded to the student with the most ‘likes’ on their 1 minute fan video, posted to Marc Heitz Fan Videos section of Facebook. Videos must be submitted to the Marc Heitz Chevrolet Facebook Fan page |
http://facbook.com/MarcHeitzChevrolet |
| 2010 Veteran’s Day Contest(Joe Foss) |
10/10/10
|
Get to know a veteran, and then write and submit your essay. |
http://www.joefoss.com/programs/scholarship-program/2010-scholarship-call-for-entries |
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Faith & Development Essay Competition
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10/15/10
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Seeking essays on enterprise solutions to poverty from around |
http://www.sevenfund.org/faith-and-development/ |
| Al Neuharth Free Spirit Scholarship |
Available
10/15/10
Deadline
2/15/11
|
Must have an interest in journalism and be a free spirit. |
www.freedomforum.org/freespirit |
| MonsterCollege One Year Anniversary $5,000 Giveaway |
Begins 9/7/10
Ends
10/17/10
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Limit one entry per day during the Promotion Period. |
www.fastweb.com |
| Junior Miss Scholarship Program – |
10/18/10
|
Senior girls Candidates are judged in the following areas: Scholastic, Achievement, Judges interview, Creative and performing arts presentation, Physical fitness, and Self-expression. Award amount varies. |
www.ajm.org |
| Make A Difference Day- All AgesOct. 23,2010 |
Must participate10/23/10
Entry Form Due By
11/17/10
|
Win cash awards for a charity by doing a community project and submitting your idea to “Make a Difference Day”. |
http://www.makeadifferenceday.com/ |
| National ACT High School Poster Contest |
Begins
10/18/10
Ends
1/31/11
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Posters may bein electronic or non-electronic format. |
http://www.actstudent.org/postercontest/pdf/OfficialRules.pdf |
| Travel Video Contest |
10/29/10
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To enter the competition, you need to create a short movie (no longer than 5 minutes in length) telling us why you want to study or travel abroad. |
http://www.internationalstudent.com/contest/how-to-enter.shtm |
| Horatio Alger Utah Scholarship |
10/30/10
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Must have critical financial need have overcome great adversity. |
www.horatioalger.org/scholarsh
ips/apply.cfm |
| I Don’t Want to Pay for College |
10/31/10
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Available to students planning to attend college. Based on a demonstrated strong record of extracurricular, leadership and/or volunteer activities. |
http://www.cappex.com/page/account/quickApply.jsp?code=FW_98&scholarshipID=np |
| Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Scholarships |
10/31/10
|
Online application for seniors. Must have 3.0 GPA. |
www.coca-colascholars.org |
| Education Matters $5K Scholarship |
10/31/10
|
“What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn’t matter, or that college is a waste of time and money?” |
http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx#5K2 |
| NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award |
10/31/10
|
Need to start own business be involved in organizations like DECA or FBLA. |
www.nfib.com/YoungEntrepreneur
Foundation/YEFPrograms/YoungEn
trepreneurAwards.aspx |
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NOVEMBER
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Scholarship
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Due Date
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Key Information
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Website
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| Wal-Mart Scholarships |
Available
11/2010
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Different scholarships available. Criteria varies. |
walmartstores.com/CommunityGiv
ing/235.aspx |
| Sam Walton Community Scholarship |
Available 11/2010 Deadline 1/29/11
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GPA 2.5 Must have taken either the ACT or SAT standardized tests. |
http://www.act.org/walmart/community/ |
| Nestle Very Best in Youth Scholarship |
11/1/10
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Please let your counselor know if you plan to make application, and would like to be nominated. |
http://verybestinyouth.nestleusa.com/ |
| FIRE Essay Contest for High School Seniors |
11/1/10
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Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) “Freedom in Academia” student essay contest |
http://www.thefire.org/contests |
| US Senate Youth Program |
11/8/10
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2 student council participant from each state. Program runs March 5-12, 2010. |
http://www.p12.nysed.gov/ciai/socst/senateyouth.html |
| VFW Voice of Democracy Essay |
11/1/10
|
Topic: Does America still have Heroes? |
www.vfw.org |
| Ron Brown Scholar Program |
11/1/10
&
1/9/11
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awards scholarships to academically talented, highly motivated African American students who are currently seniors in high |
http://www.ronbrown.org/ |
| VFW Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest |
11/1/10
|
Topic: “When is the right time to honor our Military heroes?” |
www.vfw.org/index.cfm?fa=cmty.
levelddid=151 |
| SAMMY (Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year) Awards |
11/1/10
|
Nominate your coach |
sammy.bodybymilk.com/index.php |
| VFW Voice of Democracy Essay |
11/1/10
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Topic: Does America still have Heroes |
www.vfw.org/index.cfm?fa=cmty.
levelddid=150 |
| Elk’s Vocational Grant- Seniors |
11/2/10
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Student must pursue vocational/technical course of study for an Associate’s Degree. |
http://www.elks.org/ |
| Elk’s Teenager Of The Month- Seniors |
11/2/10
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Based on character, leadership, service, citizenship, and scholastic ability. One page application |
http://www.elks.org/ |
| Hearst JournalismAwards Program |
Deadlines
11/2/10-
4/26/11
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12 different scholarships:Writing / Broadcast News |
http://www.hearstfdn.org/hearst_journalism/about.php?type=Deadlines |
| Prudential Spirit of Community Awards |
11/2/10
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Volunteer award for 1 high school 1 junior high school student per state. |
www.prudential.com/spirit |
| Wendy’s High School Heisman |
11/3/10
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Online application. Must have a B average play one of 32 listed sports. |
www.wendysheisman.com/ |
| OWATC Scholarship Ogden-Weber Applied Tech College. |
11/5/10
12/3/10
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Need-Based |
www.owatc.edu/main/wp-content/uploads/2010Need-BasedScholarship.pdf |
| OWATC Scholarship Ogden-Weber Applied Tech College |
11/5/10
12/3/10
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Achievement-Based |
www.owatc.edu/main/wp-content/uploads/2010Need-BasedScholarship.pdf |
| OWATC Scholarship |
11/5/10
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Ogden-Weber Applied Tech College. Based on educ/community achievements. |
owatc.edu |
| US Senate Youth Program |
11/8/10
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2 student council participant from each state. Program runs March 5-12, 2010. |
http://www.p12.nysed.gov/ciai/socst/senateyouth.html |
| ACLU Student Activist Scholarship |
11/9/10
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Must have a passion for civil liberties a 3.0-4.0 GPA. |
www.acluutah.org/scholarship.h
tm |
| Women In Healthcare Scholarship |
11/15/10
|
Available to female students in their senior year of high school. An essay of between 500 and 750 words must also be submitted. |
http://www.radiology-schools.com/healthcare-scholarship.html |
| DuPont Challenge Science Essay |
Available 11/15/10
Deadline
1/31/11
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Must write a 700-1000 word essay that discusses a scientific, event, theory. |
www.thechallenge.dupont.com/en
tryform.html |
| Leading the Future II Scholarship |
Available
11/15/10
Deadline
3/1/11
|
Only the first 500 applications will be processed. |
www.scholarshipworkshop.com/fu
ture.html |
| First Freedom Student Competition |
11/15/10
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Sponsorship required from English/History teacher. For 9 – 12th graders. |
www.firstfreedom.org/education
/students.html |
| Intel Science Talent Search |
11/17/10
|
Downloadable information booklet entry packet. |
http://www.societyforscience.org/Document.Doc?id=215 |
| Make A Difference Day- All AgesOct. 23,2010 |
Entry Form Due By
11/17/10
|
Win cash awards for a charity by doing a community project and submitting your idea to “Make a Difference Day”. |
http://www.makeadifferenceday.com/ |
| Martin Luther King Jr Essay Contest |
11/19/10
|
For 4 – 12th graders. Write about your dream for social justice. |
www.schools.utah.gov/equity/mlk/mlk-essay-packet.pdf
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| Passion for Fashion |
11/19/10
|
Tuition scholarships for Fashion Design/ Marketing @ The Art Institutes. |
www.artinstitutes.edu/Admissio
ns/PassionForFashion.aspx |
| Regents’ Scholarship |
Available
11/22/10
Deadline
12/20/10
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Award of up to 75% of tuition to any public Utah college or university. |
www.utahsbr.edu/acad01i.html |
| Chick & Sophie Major Memorial Scholarship Duck Calling Contest |
11/26/10
|
Open to any high school senior in the United States who can call ducks. |
http://stuttgartarkansas.org/ |
| Team America Rocketry Challenge |
9/8/10
11/30/10
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For 7-12th graders. Teams of 3-10 enter rocket-building contest (fly w/raw egg). |
www.rocketcontest.org/ |
| Daniels Fund |
11/30/10
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Must be nominated by referral agency. For college-ready students with need. |
www.danielsfund.org/Scholarshi
ps/index.asp |
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DECEMBER
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Scholarship
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Due Date
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Key Information
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Website
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| National Society of Black Physicists: Undergraduate Scholarship |
12/1/10
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Scholarship for a graduating high school senior or undergraduate student enrolled in a physics major. Scholarship renewable up to four years if student maintains a 3.0 GPA and remains a physics major. |
http://www.nsbp.org/ |
| Author’s of Tomorrow |
12/1/10
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Any student in either junior or senior high school. Application form, essay. |
http://www.elpublishers.com/ |
| NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund |
12/1/10
|
Scholarly writing contest for grades K-12. “The Second Amendment to the Constitution: Why it is important to our nation.” |
http://www.nradefensefund.org/writingcontest.aspx |
| ‘Beyond Oil’ College Essay Contest |
12/1/10
|
Submit an 800 – to 1500 – word essay on the following topic: “What is a viable alternative to fossil fuels?” |
http://lafango.com/gogreen-essay-contest |
| KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program |
Available
12/1/10
|
Must attend in-state college. For those w/entrepreneurial drive financial need. |
www.kfcscholars.org/ |
| United Negro College Fund: Johnson Scholarship |
12/1/10
|
Award of up to $5,000 available to African American students who attend UNCF member colleges and universities and Selma University. Must have a 3.0 GPA |
http://www.uncf.org/ |
| Elk’s Most Valuable Student- Seniors |
12/1/10
|
Selection is based on scholarship, leadership and financial need. Award amount varies depending on local, state, or national awards |
http://elks.org/ |
| National Peace Essay Contest |
Available
12/1/10
Deadline 2/1/11
|
1500 word essay on How do you build peace?. 9 – 12th graders. |
www.usip.org/ed/npec/index.htm
l |
| Bell Teaching Incentive Loan |
12/1/11
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To be used at Weber State U. Loan is repaid by teaching at a Utah school. |
www.weber.edu/wsuimages/Schola
rships/thbellappl3.pdf |
| American Quarter Horse Foundation |
12/1/10
|
Various scholarships for members of the American Quarter Horse Assoc. |
www.aqha.com/foundation/schola
rships/wanttoapply.html |
| Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship |
12/1/10
|
Elks membership not needed. Based on scholarship, leadership and financial need. |
www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.
cfm |
| Americanism Essay Contest |
12/1/10
|
For students in grades 7-12. Must be sponsored by an FRA member. |
www.fra.org/Content/fra/AboutF
RA/EssayContest /essay-rules.pdf / |
| Navy ROTC |
12/1/10
|
Covers full tuition + stipend at over 160 top colleges univ. in US. |
www.navy.com/benefits/educatio
n/nrotc/ |
| Big Dig Scholarship |
12/3/10
|
Submit an essay between 500 and 1000 words that addresses the following issue: “In 200 years, one of your relatives is going to be digging in what is now your backyard. They are going to find something that you buried in 2010 and it is going to put any financial worries they have to rest. Your job today is to decide what to bury. Your goal is to find something that will have immense value in the future.” |
http://www.antiquetrader.tv/studentscholarship.php |
| Principal’s Leadership Award |
12/3/10
|
Must be nominated by the principal. 150 awards of $1000 each. |
http://www.principals.org |
| HOBY Youth Leadership Conference |
12/3/10
|
For sophomore leaders. Nomination required |
www.hoby.org |
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| Comcast Leaders and Achievers® Scholarship Program |
12/10/10
|
By nomination only |
See a counselor if you would like to be nominated |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Leadership Award |
12/14/10
|
By nomination only |
See a counselor if you would like to be nominated |
| Society of Automotive Engineers: Dawson Technical Scholarship |
12/15/10
|
Scholarship of $1,500 a year for up to four years as long as a 3.0 GPA and continuing engineering enrollment is maintained. High school seniors must have a 3.25 or higher GPA to apply. Act score of 27 or higher |
http://www.sae.org/ |
| AXA Achievement Community – State Level |
12/15/10
|
Up to 375 awards of $2000 each. |
www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foun
dation/community-scholarships.
html |
| The HSF/GOYA Scholarship |
12/15/10
|
For students entering a two-year or four-year institution as freshman who are children of GOYA employees, brokers, or independent drivers. |
http://www.hsf.net/GOYA.aspx |
| Valley Humanities Review- High School Scholarship |
12/15/10
|
Essay in the subject of Humanities |
http://www.lvc.edu/vhr/ |
| Hispanic Scholarship Fund |
12/15/10
|
Must be US citizen of Hispanic background with need GPA 3.0 |
www.hsf.net/Scholarships.aspx?
id=460 |
| ‘Financial Connects’ Financial Literacy Award |
12/17/10
|
Create an original financial literacy video or interactive game that promotes financial literacy |
http://www.netliteracyalliance.org/financial-connects-contest/ |
| Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange program |
12/18/10
|
FULL-TUITION SCHOLARSHIP,To spend an academic year in Germany.
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http://www.usagermanyscholarship.org |
| Lynn Jensen Memorial – Utah School Counselor |
12/19/10
|
Essay about a school counselor who has influenced your school success. |
www.utschoolcounselor.org |
| Regent’s Scholarship |
Priority
12/20/10
Final
12/1/11
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Complete the Utah Scholars Core Course of Study during grades 9-12.GPA 3.0 or higher |
(For the 2011 application, deadline and criteria information click here.)
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| Hubbard’s Illustrators Of The Future |
Runs Quarterly
10/1-12/31
1/1- 3/31
4/1-6/30
7/1-9/30
|
Open To New And Amateur Science Fiction And Fantasy Artists – No Entry Fee! |
http://www.writersofthefuture.com/contest-rules |
| Hubbard’sWriters Of The Future |
Runs Quarterly
10/1-12/31
1/1- 3/31
4/1-6/30
7/1-9/30
|
Opportunity For New And Amateur Writers Of New Short Stories Or Novelettes Of SF Or Fantasy- No Entry Fee! |
http://www.writersofthefuture.com/contest-rules |
| Healthy Respect Win-Win Scholarship |
12/30/10
|
What makes you unique? What makes you stand out from the crowd? What attributes do you have that would make others want to emulate you? Tell us or show us and you could win one of several scholarships being offered. Neither merit nor financial need will be considered |
http://healthrespect.org/win-win/ |
| Alvin J. Cox Memorial Fund |
12/30/10
|
Write Essay on 1 of 2 different subjects |
http://www.alvincoxmemorial.com |
| Nicodemus Wilderness Project: Apprentice Ecologist Scholarship |
12/31/10 |
Open to students interested in protecting wildlife and the environment. |
http://www.wildernessproject.org/ |
| National Institute for Labor Relations Research: Ruggles Journalism Scholarship |
12/31/10 |
High school seniors accepted into certified journalism school may apply. Specify “Journalism” or “Ruggles” scholarship on any correspondence. |
http://www.nilrr.org/ |
| National Institute for Labor Relations Research: Future Teacher Scholarship |
12/31/10 |
High school seniors accepted into a teacher education program may apply. Award is based on an essay demonstrating knowledge of and interest in compulsory unionism in education. |
http://www.nilrr.org/ |
| National Center for Learning Disabilities: Ford Scholarship |
12/31/10 |
Award of $10,000 given to two high school seniors of high merit with an identified learning disability who is pursuing a college degree.The ideal candidate is a person who has faced the challenges of having a learning disability and who, through perseverance and academic endeavor, has created a life of purpose and achievement. |
http://www.ld.org/ |
| Imagine America Scholarship |
12/31/10 |
By nomination only. |
See a counselor if you would like to be nominatedhttp://www.imagine-america.org
|
| e-CollegeDegree.com Online Education Scholarship Award |
12/31/10 |
The award is to be used for online education. |
http://www.e-collegedegree.com/ |
| Apprentice Ecologist Scholarship |
12/31/10
|
Write Essay. Demonstrate personal leadership, initiative, and environmental stewardship in goal project. |
http://www.wildernessproject.org/ |
| Dave Family ‘Humor Studies’ Scholarship |
12/31/10
|
Available to students pursuing humor/laughter studies with the intent of entering the field of applied or therapeutic humor. |
http://aath.org/ (Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor) |
| Margie Klein ‘Paper Plate’ Scholarship |
12/31/10
|
Available to those interested in therapeutic humor. An essay must also be submitted. |
http://aath.org/ (Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor) |
| Frank O’Neill Memorial Scholarship |
12/31/10
|
$1000 award. Must write a 750 word essay on global warming. |
www.easyaid.com/scholarship_fo
rm.html |
| Lenny Ravich ‘Shalom’ Scholarship |
12/31/10
|
Available to those whose work in humor therapy demonstrates a commitment to world peace. An essay must also be submitted. |
http://aath.org/ (Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor) |
| Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship Program |
12/31/10
|
The award may be used for tuition, room and board, books or any related educational expense. A brief personal statement is required. |
http://www.gkscholarship.com/ |
| Music Student Scholarship |
12/31/10
|
250 word essay, I believe music must remain a part of the school curriculum because… |
www.sbomagazine.com |
| HSF”Haz La U” (“Make the U”) |
12/31/10
|
Students may apply for one of eleven educational grants that will be awarded on a competitive basis |
http://www.hsf.net/Haz_La_U_Scholarship.aspx |
| Soroptimist Live Your Dream Art Contest Ages 16-18 |
12/31/10
|
Draw a present day woman who inspires you. No larger than 11×14, Hand drawn, $100 |
http://www.soroptimist.org/http:// www.liveyourdreamcampaign.org/ |
| Harley-Davidson® Visa® Free Ride Sweepstakes |
Post-marked 12/31/10
|
Sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and District of Columbia, who are 18 years of age and older. Win 1 of 12 |
http://www.h-dvisa.com/credit/sweepstakes.do?redirect=freeride&lang=en |
| 2011 NASC High School National Council of Excellence Award |
Runs from
1/1/10-12/31/10
Deadline
2/15/11
|
Student Councils that demonstrate the highest levels of excellence |
http://www.nasc.us/Content/158/2011_NCOE_HS_Application.pdf |
| “Top Ten List” Scholarship |
12/31/10
|
Submit an online short written response (250 words or less) for the scholarship topic:
“Create a ‘top ten list’ of the top ten reasons you should get this scholarship.” |
http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx – 5K2 |
| Kaplan’s 25K YourWay Sweepstakes |
12/31/10
|
What would you do with $25,000? Register |
http://www.kaptest.com/sweeps/kaptestPCSweeps.jhtml |
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JANUARY
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|
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Scholarship
|
Due Date
|
Key Information
|
Website
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| American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance |
1/1/11
|
Annual award recognizing writing excellence among graduate and undergraduate students. |
http://www.aahperd.org/ |
| Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation |
Available
1/2011-
3/2011
|
Must have Marine Corps parent gross family income $77,000. |
www.mcsf.us |
| American Quarter Horse Foundation: Excellence in Equine/Agricultural Involvement Scholarship |
1/2/11
|
Scholarship to an AQHA/AQHYA member who exemplifies the characteristics of leadership and excellence acquired through participation in equine or agriculture activities. |
http://www.aqha.com/foundation |
| ACLU ofUtah’s Youth Activist Scholarship Program |
Extension to
1/3/11
|
Short application form and write a 1,000-word essay about your commitment to, and work on behalf of, civil liberties. |
WWW.ACLUUTAH.ORG |
| All-Ink.com College Scholarship Program |
1/5/11
|
Online application with 2 essays. |
www.all-ink.com/scholarship.ht
ml |
| US JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship |
1/7/11
|
$1000 awards. Must contact the Utah JCI Senate rep to get more info. |
www.usjcisenate.org/index.php?
option=com_contentview=article
id=13:scholarship-informationc
atid=46:scholarshipsItemid=26 |
| John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay |
1/8/11
|
1000 word original essay. For students in 9 – 12th grade. |
www.jfkcontest.org |
| Hispanic Scholarship fund: Gates Millennium Scholars |
1/10/11
|
For Hispanic, Amer. Indian, Asian Pacific Islander or African American w/GPA 3.3 |
www.gmsp.org/ |
| United States Hispanic Leadership Institute Scholarship |
1/11/11
|
Must need for financial support. At least one parent must be of Hispanic ancestry. |
http://www.ushli.org/ |
| National Society of Black Physicists: Imes Scholarship |
1/12/11
|
Graduating high school seniors and undergraduate students already enrolled in college as physics majors may apply for the scholarship |
http://www.nsbp.org/ |
| National Society of Black Physicists: Anderson Scholarship |
1/12/11
|
One-time award for an African American undergraduate student majoring in space science or physics. |
http://www.nsbp.org/ |
| West Point Bridge Design Contest |
Available
1/10/11
Deadline
2/25/11
|
Must be 13 to enter. Download software to design bridge w/simulated load test. |
bridgecontest.usma.edu/ |
| Asian and Pacific Islander Scholarship Fund |
1/14/11
|
Students who are of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity. Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 or have earned a GED to be eligible for this award. |
http://www.apiasf.org/scholarship_apiasf.html |
| CDM/UNCF Scholars Program 2010-11 |
1/14/11
|
Have a 3.0 grade point average or better and who are majoring in a variety of engineering, science, or construction disciplines |
http://www.uncf.org/forstudents/scholarDetailSGA.asp?id=531 |
| Christopher Poster Contest |
1/14/11
|
Theme is: One Person Can Make a Difference. For 9th-12th graders. |
www.christophers.org/NETCOMMUN
ITY/Page.aspx?pid=274srcid=271 |
| National MS Society Scholarship |
1/14/11
|
Essay on how MS has impacted your life. Based on need and stats. |
www.nationalmssociety.org/get-
involved/programs-and-services
/scholarship/criteria-and-info
rmation/index.aspx |
| Dell Scholars Program |
Available 11/1/10 Deadline 1/15/11
|
Students who demonstrate their desire and ability to overcome barriers and to achieve their goals. |
http://www.dellscholars.org/public/ |
| Marathon Scholars Program |
Available 10/15/10 Deadline 1/15/11
|
GPA 3.0 |
http://www.sms.scholarshipamerica.org/marathon/index.html |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society: Mid America Chapter Scholarship |
1/15/11
|
For high school seniors and graduates (or GED) with MS or students who are children of people with MS. |
http://www.msmidamerica.org/ |
| American Architectural Foundation: Minority/ Disadvantaged |
1/15/11
|
High school seniors and college freshmen entering an architecture degree program. Must be nominated by an architecture firm, teacher, dean, or civic organization director. |
http://www.archfoundation.org/ |
| Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship |
1/15/11
|
Write a one-page essay stating why he or she plans a career in government service |
http://www.gwcf.org/ |
| SAE Engineering Scholarship Program |
1/15/11
|
Different scholarships with varying GPA, SAT/ACT, essay requirements. |
www.sae.org/students/engschlr.
htm |
| Create-A-Greeting Card Contest |
1/15/11
|
Online or mail-in submission of design. One $10,000 prize awarded. |
www.gallerycollection.com/scho
larship.htm |
| American Indian Graduate Center: Gates Millennium Scholars Program |
1/16/11
|
Award enables American-Indian and Alaska Native students to complete an undergraduate and graduate education. |
http://www.gmsp.org/ |
| C-SPAN StudentCam 2011 Competition. |
1/20/11
|
National video documentary competition for grades 6-12. This year’s theme is: “Washington, DC – Through My Lens” |
http://www.studentcam.org/ |
| Newspaper Guild Award |
1/25/11
|
Award for high school seniors and college students for their journalistic achievements and to encourage young journalists to focus on issues of social justice |
http://www.newsguild.org/ |
| American Council for Polish Culture: Polish Heritage Society of Philadelphia Scholarship |
1/30/11
|
High school seniors. Applicants must be either of Polish descent or students pursuing courses in Polish or Slavic language, history, or culture in college. |
http://www.polishcultureacpc.org/ |
| United Negro College Fund: Toyota Scholarship |
1/30/11
|
3.0 GPA. |
http://www.uncf.org/ |
| Wal-Mart Foundation: Sam Walton Community Scholarship |
1/31/11
|
Award for high school seniors not affiliated with Wal-Mart stores. Based on financial need, academic merit, and school or community work activities |
http://www.walmartfoundation.org/ |
| Michael J. Powell High School Journalist of the Year |
1/31/11
|
Applicant must submit five samples of work, a letter of recommendation from the nominee’s advisor, and an autobiography |
http://www.mddcpress.com/ |
| National Business Aviation Association: International Operators Scholarship |
1/31/11
|
500-word essay explaining how this scholarship will help the applicant achieve their international aviation career goals, statement of the funds required to achieve these goal |
http://www.nbaa.org/ |
| Energy Solutions Scholarship |
|
Sophomores only- declaring a math, science, or engineering major |
www.energysolutionsfoundation.org |
A GPA Isn’t Everything Scholarship
|
1/31/11
|
You must demonstrate a strong record of extracurricular, leadership and/or volunteer activities to be eligible for this award. |
http://www.cappex.com/scholarships/scholarshipDetails.jsp?scholarshipCode=gp&code=FW_32 |
Union Plus Scholarship
|
1/31/11
|
available to union members, spouses, and dependent children. Minimum GPA of 3.0 |
http://www.unionplus.org/college-education-financing/union-plus-scholarship |
Doing Good Scholarship
|
1/31/11
|
vailable to full – time students who are active in their communities and are making an impact. GED recipients may also apply. |
http://www.doinggood.com/campaigns/doing-good-giving-away-up-to.html |
Hall/McElwain Merit Scholarship
|
1/31/11
|
Available to graduating high school seniors. You must be an Eagle Scout and have received credentials from the national office to be eligible. |
http://www.nesa.org/applications.html |
| Discover Scholarship Program |
1/31/11
|
Applicants should be current high school juniors with minimum 2.75 GPA. |
http://www.discoverfinancial.com/ |
| QuestBridge National College Match |
1/31/11
|
Full 4-yr scholarships to the nation’s best colleges univ. for talented students. |
www.questbridge.org/students/a
pplication_information.html |
| Northwest Perspectives Essay Contest |
1/31/11
|
Compose an essay of no more than 1500 words that addresses ideas that affect the Northwest. |
http://www.oregonquarterly.com/essay.php |
| DuPont Challenge Science Essay |
1/31/11
|
Must write a 700-1000 word essay that discusses a scientific, event, theory. |
www.thechallenge.dupont.com |
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FEBRUARY
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Due Date
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Key Information
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Website
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| New Century Scholarship |
2/1/11
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Applicants must earn their Associate’s degree, by their high school graduation |
(For the 2011 application, deadline and criteria information click here.)
|
| National Peace Essay Contest |
2/1/11
|
Write Essay – Governance, Corruption and Conflict…Corruption often compromises the peace and stability of countries in transition. |
http://www.usip.org/national-peace-essay-contest/2010-2011-contest |
| National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) and the American Academy of Sanitarians (AAS) |
2/1/11
|
Undergraduate scholarship is to be used toward the tuition and fees associated with either the junior or senior year of college studies. |
http://www.neha.org/scholarship/scholarship.html |
| Young Epidemiology Scholars |
2/1/11
|
Health problem research project applying epidemiologic methods. For jrs. srs. |
www.collegeboard.com/yes/ |
| Women’s Italian-American Civic League |
2/2/11
|
Must have ACT or SAT test score |
www.italianamericancivic league.com |
| ExploraVision Awards |
2/2/11
|
ExploraVision is a hands-on, minds-on project that inspires students and fuels imagination. It’s what science is all about. |
http://exploravision.org |
| Poster Design Competition |
2/4/11
|
Tuition scholarships for Graphic Design @ The Art Institutes. |
www.artinstitutes.edu/Competit
ions/BestPoster.aspx |
College Prowler “No Essay” Scholarship for January
|
2/7/11
|
Students can use the money to help cover tuition, housing, meal plans, books, computers, or any education-related expenses. |
http://collegeprowler.com/scholarship/apply.aspx |
| Brickfish “My Favorite Photo (I’ve Ever Taken) 3” Contest
|
2/9/11
|
Calling all shutterbugs! From beginners to experts, we’re once again looking for your favorite photo you’ve ever taken! Entering is easy. |
http://www.brickfish.com/Lifestyles/MyFavoritePhoto3?tab=overview&=FASTWEB_FAVPHOTO3_SEARCH |
| Youth Education Summit (Y.E.S.) Grand Scholarship |
2/14/11
|
Available to high school sophomores and juniors who attend the seven – day, expense – paid Youth Education Summit in Washington D.C. which will take place June 20 – 26. |
http://www.friendsofnra.org/National.aspx?cid=90 |
| National FFA Collegiate Scholarship Program |
2/15/11
|
Open to high school seniors. You must be a current FFA member to be eligible for this award. |
https://www.ffa.org/programs/grantsandscholarships/Scholarships/Pages/default.aspx |
| AXA Achievement Community Scholarship |
2/15/11
|
Available to high school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement |
http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/community-scholarships.html |
| AFA Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship |
2/15/11
|
Available to high school students who will be entering an accredited four – year college or university within 12 months of the deadline. Essay |
http://www.afateens.org/about_new.html |
| EAA Aviation Scholarships |
2/15/11
|
Several awards for students majoring in aviation. Must be members of EAA |
www.youngeagles.org/programs/s
cholarships/scholarships.asp |
| National Commission for Cooperative Education |
2/15/11
|
largest independently sponsored merit co-op scholarship. GPA 3.5 |
http://www.co-op.edu/ |
| Best Buy @15 Scholarships |
2/16/11
|
Available to students in grades nine through twelve, minimum 2.5 GPA |
http://www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com/scholarship.htm |
| War College Strategic Landpower Essay Contest |
2/17/11
|
Submit an essay related to the strategic use of landpower. |
http://www.mca-marines.org/gazette/us-army-war-college-strategic-landpower-essay-contest-2011 |
| Vegetarian Resource Group |
2/20/11
|
Essay about how you promote vegetarianism and related questions. |
www.vrg.org/student/scholar.ht
m |
| Scholarship for Military Children |
2/22/11
|
minimum 3.0 GPA Available to the unmarried children (under age 23) of military personnel |
http://www.militaryscholar.org/ |
| Get Green Video Contest |
2/23/11
|
Available to U.S. high school students between the ages of 14 and 19. Submit 30 to 120 second video. |
http://planet-connect.org/2011getgreen |
| Jesse Brown Memorial Youth Scholarship |
2/25/11
|
Available to students who volunteer at Veterans Affairs medical centers. |
http://www.dav.org/volunteers/Scholarship.aspx |
| International Association of Machinists (IAM) Scholarship |
2/25/11
|
Must be pursuing their bachelor’s degree or a vocational/ technical certification and be a graduating high school senior |
http://www.goiam.org/index.php/headquarters/departments/scholarship/7537-2011-scholarship |
| The Great Achievements Scholarship |
2/28/11
|
Selection is also based on a demonstrated strong record of extracurricular, leadership and / or volunteer activities. |
http://www.cappex.com/scholarships/scholarshipDetails.jsp?scholarshipCode=gas&code=FW_230 |
| Utah CTE Scholarship Program |
2/28/11
|
Career Technical Education – applied technology degrees. 50-50 chance. |
www.schools.utah.gov/cte/schol
arships.html |
Brickfish “Show Us Your Best Facial Feature 3” Contest
|
2/28/11
|
Cherubic cheeks? Lucious lips? Exquisite ears? What’s your best facial feature that you love to show off or get complimented? Share it and you could win $2,000 cash or scholarship |
http://www.brickfish.com/Lifestyles/BestFacialFeature3?tab=overview&=FASTWEB_FACIAL3_SEARCH |
| Young Eco-Hero Awards |
2/28/11
|
Kids ages 8-16 whose actions have significantly improved the environment. |
www.actionfornature.org/eco-he
ro/ecoheroawards.html |
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MARCH
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Scholarship
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Due Date
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Key Information
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Website
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| Do Something Award |
3/1/11
|
Could you use $100,000 to change the world? Celebrate young people who are tackling a problem and changing the world. |
Apply or nominate someone today at: http://www.dosomething.org/awards |
| 2011 EngineerGirl! Essay Contest |
3/1/11
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Available to boys and girls in 9th-12th grade. Essay: describe an item that is used for disaster relief. See website for deatails |
http://www.engineergirl.org/?id=13161 |
| Wright-Patterson Officers’ Spouses’ Club Scholarship |
3/1/11
|
Available to graduating high school seniors, must be the dependent of military personnel |
http://wrightpattersonosc.org/ |
| Young Naturalist Award |
3/1/11
|
Available to students in grades 7 to 12. Must plan and conduct your own scientific expedition on a topic in the natural sciences. Essay |
http://www.amnh.org/nationalcenter/youngnaturalistawards/ |
| NANBPWC National Scholarship |
3/1/11
|
Available to graduating high school seniors of African – American heritage. minimum 3.0 GPA. Essay -300 word |
http://www.nanbpwc.org/presidents_message0.aspx |
| VFW Scout of the Year Scholarship |
3/1/11
|
Open to high school students who are at least 15 years of age. Boy scout award recipient. |
http://www.vfw.org/index.cfm?fa=cmty.leveld&did=4371 |
| Allstate Foundation Keep the Drive High School Journalism Award |
3/1/11
|
Available to high school students between the ages of 13 and 18.”The dangers of texting while driving.”Journalism/ Broadcasting
|
http://www.allstate.com/foundation/keep-the-drive/HSJ.aspx |
| Foundation for the Preservation of Honey Bees 4-H Beekeeping Essay Contest |
3/1/11
|
Open to current 4-H members. Essay |
http://honeybeepreservation.org/2010/05/2011-essay-contest-topic/ |
| Visual and Performing Arts Achievement Award |
3/1/11
|
Available to student members of the Golden Key International Honour Society who are studying art. |
http://www.goldenkey.org/GKIHS/MemberBenefits/ScholarshipsandAwards/ScholarshipandAwardListing/ |
| Alfred G. and Elma M. Milotte Scholarship Fund |
3/1/11
|
Grant of up to $4,000 to high school graduate or students holding the GED |
http://www.milotte.org/ |
| American Museum of Natural History – Young Naturalist Awards |
3/1/11
|
For 7-12th graders who plan a scientific expedition submit an essay |
www.amnh.org/nationalcenter/yo
ungnaturalistawards/ |
| Davidson Fellows Scholarship |
1st Wed.
Of March
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Anyone under 18 who has completed a significant piece of work. 7 categories. |
www.davidsongifted.org/fellows/ |
| DNA Day Essay Contest |
2/7/11
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Available to students in grades 9-12. Essay: that examines, questions, and reflects on the important concepts of genetics
|
http://www.ashg.org/education/dnadaycontest.shtml |
| The Art Institutes Storytellers Photography Competition |
3/11/11
|
Capture a story with six photos.
It could jump-start your photography education!
|
http://artinstitutes.promo.eprize.com/photo2011/ |
| Dr. Arnita Young Boswell Scholarship |
3/15/11
|
Available to female, African – American students involved in school and community activities and have a minimum 2.75 GPA. Essay
|
http://www.nhbwinc.com/scholarships.html |
| Simek s Commercial Contest |
3/15/11
|
Open to high school juniors and seniors, must film a unique and creative commercial, of 30 seconds or less |
http://www.simeks.com/scholarship-contest |
| Relgious Liberty Essay Scholarship Contest |
3/15/11
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Open to high school juniors and seniors.Essay: “how religious rights clash with other rights or laws in America, and how you would determine an appropriate outcome.”
|
http://www.bjconline.org/contest/index.html |
| Daughters of the Cincinnati Scholarship |
3/15/11
|
Available to daughters of career commissioned officers in the United States military. Must be a graduating high school senior and demonstrate merit and financial need |
http://www.fdncenter.org/grantmaker/cincinnati/ |
| Shui Kuen and Allen Chin Scholarship |
3/17/11
|
Must have worked or are working in an Asian restaurant or have at least one parent who worked or is working in one. Min. GPA 3.0 |
http://www.asianpacificfund.org/information-for-student-applicants |
| AnthemEssay Contest (Sophomores Only) |
3/20/11
|
Essay must be 600 – 1,200 words Author: Ayn Rand |
http://aynrandnovels.com/essay-contests/ |
| Life Lessons Scholarship Program |
Available
3/2011
|
Video or essay on how loss of a parent has impacted your life. |
lifehappens.org/life-lessons/ |
| Junior Duck Stamp Contest |
3/15/11
|
For K – 12th grade students. Judging based on grade level. |
www.fws.gov/juniorduck |
| Roy Wilkins Scholarship |
2/25/11
|
Available to full – time entering college freshmen. Min. GPA 2.5, NAACP membership and participation are highly desirable. |
http://www.naacp.org/pages/naacp-scholarships |
| Live Deliberately Essay Challenge |
3/31/11
|
Available to students at least 13 years of age. Essay: Consider Thoreau’s belief that living a simpler life will make our life richer in many ways. |
http://www.worldwidewaldens.org/activity-guide/essay-contest.aspx |
| 2011 GRHS Essay Contest |
3/31/11
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A contestant does not need to be of German-Russian heritage to enter the contest. Open to middle school students (sixth through eighth grade), high school students. Paper must be related to German-Russian history. |
http://www.grhs.org/youthn/youth.html |
| U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship |
3/31/11
|
Available to high school seniors Participating in the U.S. Bank No Fee Education Loan Program. |
http://www.usbank.com/cgi_w/cfm/studentloans/marketing.cfm |
| Young American Creative Patriotic Art Award |
3/31/11
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Available to students in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12. Must submit a work of patriotic art on paper or canvas. Must be sponsored by your state’s Ladies Auxiliary VFW. |
http://www.ladiesauxvfw.org/html/scholarships.html |
| New Threats to Freedom Essay Contest |
3/31/11
|
Respond by video or essay to topics in book, New Threats to Freedom. |
http://newthreatstofreedom.com/contests/ |
| A GPA Isn’t Everything Scholarship |
3/31/11
|
Must demonstrate a strong record of extracurricular, leadership and/or volunteer activities. |
http://www.cappex.com/scholarships/scholarshipDetails.jsp?scholarshipCode=gp&code=FW_32 |
| National Federation of the Blind |
3/31/11
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Must be legally blind be willing to attend the national convention in July. |
www.nfb.org/nfb/scholarship_pr
ogram.asp |
| UAIIA Scholarships (Utah Association of Indep. Insurance Agents) |
3/31/11
|
Need-based awards for students pursuing insurance or business degrees. |
www.uaiia.org |
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Key Information
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Website
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| Prom Guide Scholarship for Creative 2011 Graduates |
4/1/11
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Available to graduating high school seniors. Must submit a short YouTube video |
http://www.promguide.com/scholarship/ |
| P. Doug Laughlin Family Scholarship |
4/1/11
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First – time freshmen students must rank in the top 50 percent of their high school graduating class, be part of the first generation in their family to attend college |
http://www.collegeparents.org/cpa/about-scholarship.html |
| North American Indian Department Scholarship |
4/1/11
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Available to students of American Indian descent, must provide a Tribal Registration number |
http://www.iokds.org/scholarship1.html |
| Beans for Brains Scholarship |
4/1/11
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Available to enrolled undergraduate students, major can be in any field but you must be a knitter or crocheter |
http://www.jimmybeanswool.com/scholarshipHome.asp |
| Swackhamer Disarmament Video Contest |
4/1/11
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submit a video of no more than three minutes that addresses the following question: “How would the world look if the funds allocated to nuclear weapons throughout the Nuclear Age ($7.5 trillion for the US alone) had been spent instead on building a more decent world?” |
http://www.wagingpeace.org/menu/programs/awards-&-contests/video-contest/2011/index.htm |
| Jiffy Lube “Teen Driver” Scholarship |
4/4/11
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Open to students 16 to 18 years of age in Utah. Essay “What DrivesYou” |
http://www.yourturn2apply.com/UTothers.htm |
| Google Global Science Fair 2011 |
4/4/11
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Open to student(s) between the ages of 13 and 18, must create either a two-minute video or 20-slide presentation |
http://www.google.com/events/sciencefair/how.html |
| Team America Rocketry Challenge |
Available
9/8/10-
Deadline
4/4/11
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For 7-12th graders. Teams of 3-10 enter rocket-building contest (fly w/raw egg). |
www.rocketcontest.org/ |
| American Fire Sprinkler Scholarship |
4/5/11
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10-question quiz on “Fire Sprinkler Essay” each correct ans. qualifies entry into a drawing. |
www.afsascholarship.org/ |
| Patient Advocate Foundation |
4/12/11
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For survivors/patients of life-threatening diseases. MD diagnosis required. |
www.patientadvocate.org/events
.php?p=69 |
| Signet Classics Essay Scholarship |
4/14/11
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Essay contest on Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte. 11 – 12th graders. |
us.penguingroup.com/static/htm
l/services-academic/essayhome.
html |
| Elizabeth and Wallace Kingsbury Scholarship |
4/15/11
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See website for details. Min GPA 3.0 |
http://www.hqudc.org/scholarships/scholarships.html |
| College JumpStart Scholarship |
4/15/11
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Available to 10th, 11th, 12thgrade students Must be committed to going to school and be able express your goals |
http://www.jumpstart-scholarship.net/ |
| CHCI Scholarship |
4/16/11
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Available to Latino students, community service, demonstrate financial need, good writing skills |
http://www.chci.org/scholarships/ |
| Jiffy Lube “Your Turn Behind the Wheel” Scholarship |
4/18/11
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Open to students 15 to 17 years of age in Utah, currently enrolled or have been enrolled in a driver’s education program 2010-2011 school year Essay: “what drives you” |
http://www.yourturn2apply.com/UTdrivers.htm |
| Negative Population Growth Scholarship Contest |
2/22/11
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open to high school seniors, must submit a three- to five-point plan on population control. see website |
http://www.npg.org/2011scholarship.html |
| The Fountainhead Essay Contest (11th &12thgrade) |
4/26/11
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Essay must be 800-1,600 wordsAuthor: Ayn Rand |
http://aynrandnovels.com/essay-contests/ |
| ThinkQuest International Competition |
4/27/11
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open to teams of students who are age 22 and younger. Teams; one coach and one to six students. |
http://www.thinkquest.org/competition/ |
| AFL-CIO Skilled Trades Exploring Scholarship |
4/30/11
|
Open to participants in a Learning for Life Skilled Trades Explorer program. Must be a graduating high school senior. Essay, letters of Rec. |
http://www.learningforlife.org/exploring/index.html |
| ASHA Youth Scholarship |
4/30/11
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available to students who are involved with saddlebred horses, must be in the 11thor 12 th grade grade |
http://www.asha.net/Youth-Scholarships |
| Standout Student Scholarship |
4/30/11
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Available to high school students, essay max 100 words, min GPA 2.0 |
http://www.collegepeas.com/money/ |
| Samsung Techwin America Scholarship Program |
4/30/11
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Available to U.S. high school students 15 years of age or older with an interest in future technologies. Essay max 300 words |
http://www.samsungscholarship.com/ |
| Americanism Educational League Essay Contest |
|
Essay, opposing views max. 2000 words |
http://americanism.org/pages/contest/college.htm |
| Healthy Lifestyles Scholarsip |
4/30/11
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Open to currently enrolled high school seniors, essay. |
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/8809/healthy_lifestyles_scholarship_scholarship.php |
| Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes |
4/30/11
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recognizes outstanding young leaders who have made a significant positive difference to people and our planet |
http://www.barronprize.org/ |
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| Alice L. Haltom Educational Fund |
5/1/11
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Award for students pursuing a career in information and records management. Students must be citizens of the United States, Canada, or Mexico. |
http://www.alhef.org/
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| We The Living Essay Contest |
5/5/11
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Must write Essay between 700- 1,500 words |
http://aynrandnovels.com/essay-contests/
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| Dial My Dentist Scholarship |
5/6/11
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Demonstrate, through an essay, that you understand the value of an education. |
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9838/dial_my_dentist_scholarship_program_scholarship.php
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Website
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| Big Dig Scholarship |
6/1/11
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For students who submit an essay that is under 1000 words and are currently in high school |
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/8864/big_dig_scholarships_scholarship.php |
| Scholarship Program Application |
6/1/11
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Available to any student that is 21 years or under, as of June 1, 2011. |
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarshipprograms.php |
| 2011 ICBC Scholarship |
6/15/11 |
Open to students that are between the ages of 17-21 that are residents of the US or Canada. |
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9839/icbc_scholarship_scholarship.php |
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Abbott & Fenner
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6/18/11
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To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay on the topic below. What have you done outside of the classroom that demonstrates qualities sought after by universities or other educational facilities? Of these, which means the most to you?
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http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
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BigSun Scholarship
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6/23/11
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All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in.
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http://www.bigsunathletics.com
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Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf
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OPEN
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Available to students with pre-lingual hearing loss who attend a mainstream and accredited college or university on a full-time basis
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http://www.agbell.org/
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The ‘One’ Scholarship
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Varies Awards:20 |
Selection will be based on the content of two short video essay submissions. |
http://www.higherone.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=13:one-scholarship&catid=7
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| John Alden and Amelia Wright Bowers Scholarship |
Varies |
Available to students planning to attend University of Utah who demonstrate financial need. |
http://www.sa.utah.edu/finance/ |
Academic Competitive-ness Grant
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Varies |
You must qualify for the Pell Grant and have successfully completed a rigorous high school program to qualify for this award |
http://www.greatbay.edu/?pg=finaid_scholarships |
Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP) – Utah
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Varies |
To apply, you must submit the FAFSA. For more information, you may also visit the Utah Higher Education Assistance Authority Web site |
http://www.uheaa.org/ |
Utah Centennial Opportunity Program for Education Grant
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Varies |
Funds are limited, you should try to apply as early as possible. To apply, you must submit the FAFSA. |
http://www.uheaa.org/ |
General Prize Essay Contest
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Open to anyone who is eligible for membership in the United States Naval Institute. You must submit an essay to be considered for this award. |
http://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/general-prize-essay-contest-rules |
