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MISC Scholarships and Opportunities

Eligibility requirements:
  • High school senior
  • 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
  • A minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
Additionally, a student must plan to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university.
 
*For American Indian/Alaska Native, proof of tribal enrollment will be required.
 
An ideal candidate will also have:
  • An outstanding high school academic record (e.g., be in the top 10 percent of his/her graduating class)
  • Demonstrated leadership ability (e.g., as shown through participation in community service, and extracurricular, or other activities)
  • Exceptional personal success skills (e.g., emotional maturity, motivation, perseverance, etc.)
For additional information, please visit our website and watch the video below.
 
 
How to Refer Students
 
To help us identify students in your area who may qualify, please review the requirements below. If you know one or more students who meet our criteria, please click the link below and follow the instructions provided. Please note that Phase I of the application opened July 15, with a submission deadline of Tuesday, September 15, 2020, 5:00 PM PT. So, please don’ t delay if you have one or more students in mind!
 
Since our 6th brigade (southeastern United States) college/university ROTC Reps (ROOs) did not get to meet with JROTC instructors this summer at our JROTC Workshops, this is the next best way to still help instructors, Cadets, and students informed about the ROTC Scholarship opportunities available.  This event is for HS students and Cadets across the nation to learn more about ROTC/Officership through the past, present, and future Cadets/officers that will be speaking. Attached document has more information and the link below is the registration site if any student would like to register and either learn more about ROTC scholarships or attempt to win cool door prizes. There is no registration fee and even the JROTC Cadre or parents can attend and learn more about ROTC Scholarship opportunities.
Virtual College Leadership Fair Registration

All of the Brigades ROOs (college/university ROTC Reps) will have a table at this event and will be representing over 100 universities and colleges in the 6th Bde footprint. Even if the student or Cadet does not wish to attend one of our ROTC programs in the southeastern US, 6th Brigade can refer them to a college/university they are interested in.
Any questions can be sent to Mr. Jay A. Hansen at our 6th brigade HQs. 
Office: 912-315-7210, Cell: 912-220-7730, Fax: 912-315-8310, [email protected]

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
The student must be a first time incoming freshman. The student must be admitted to Jackson State University. The student must major in a discipline within the College of Science, Engineering and Technology. The student must have a minimum composite AG score of 17 or SAT score of 930. The student must attend both summer sessions. The student must attend Jackson State University during the upcoming fall semester.
PROGRAM BENEFITS
Academic Credit • Books. Housing. Meals Tutoring - Mentoring - Field Trips Technology Assisted Teaching Living Learning Communities Faculty Guided Research Opportunities
For More Information Contact:
Josie H. Latham
Coordinator of Bridge to the Future
Office: (601) 979-0562 - Fax: (601) 979-8644
http://www.jsums.edu/summerbridge/
Application Deadline: May 15, 2020
NextStepU Magazine and NextStepU.com help high school junior and senior students plan for their next steps in planning for college, careers and life. NextStepU is an easy, free resource for high school students, parents and school counselors that helps them find information about pursuing a career, joining the military, applying to and attending a community college or four-year college or university, finding financial aid and scholarships for college or university, finding a college match, and developing important life skills. We hope NextStepU helps you get to and through college, or whatever your next step may be!
 
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The STAR Student is the senior who has the highest score on the ACT.  The ACT must have been taken before December 31 of the senior year.  To be eligible for the STAR Student honor, a student must be a regularly enrolled senior in an accredited public or private high school.  The student must be completing his or her last year of work and must be eligible to receive a diploma in the current school year.  The student must have an ACT score of at least 25 and an overall average of 93 or above in selected subjects in the 9th, 10th, 11th, and first-semester 12th grades.  More information is available in the guidance office.  
http://www.msmec.com/index.php/activities/star-student-program 

Financial Aid 

It's important for students and families to understand the types of resources available for funding a college education. As important, students need to know the timeline for applying in order to get the most scholarships and financial aid. 

The four sources of financial aid are private scholarships, money that comes directly from the college or university, federal aid, and state aid.  Most students get money from all sources and deadlines are very important. The FAFSA is required for federal student aid.

 

The FAFSA results may also be used for private scholarships, money that comes directly from the college or university and also for state financial aid, all with different deadlines.

 

https://get2college.org/financial-aid.

 

State Aid

The Mississippi Office of Student Financial Aid (MOSFA) offers scholarships and grants based on merit and financial need to full-time (15 credit hours per semester) students attending eligible Mississippi colleges and universities. The application is available at www.mississippi.edu/financialaid or you can link to the Mississippi application after completing the FAFSA and most of your info will be prefilled. 

Applications open October 1 and should be completed by March 31 (the HELP grant deadline). For official information, eligibility requirements, and deadlines, please refer to the State Aid website: www.mississippi.edu/financialaid.

 

Mississippi Tuition Assistance Grant (MTAG):

Covers up to $500/year for freshman and sophomores and up to $1000/year for juniors and seniors. Eligibility criteria:

  • Has a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 and a minimum of 15 on the national ACT or equivalent score on the national SAT
  • Is not full PELL Grant eligible?
  • Deadline: September 15

 

Mississippi Eminent Scholars Grant (MESG)

Covers up to $2500/year, but may not exceed tuition and required fees at attending institution. Initial eligibility for the student who:

  • Achieves a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5
  • Scores a minimum of 29 on the national ACT or equivalent score on the national SAT or is a National Merit/National Achievement Finalist or Semi-Finalist
  • Deadline: September 15

 

HELP Grant (Higher Education Legislative Plan) Grant 

Covers tuition and fees for no more than 8 semesters at a public institution. Participants attending a private institution in Mississippi will receive an award amount equal to the award of a student attending the nearest comparable Mississippi public institution. More information about program eligibility here.

  • Scores a minimum of 20 on the National ACT
  • Completes a specific high school course curriculum
  • Meets income requirements
  • Deadline: March 31
The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, designed to provide each recipient with the opportunity to Graduate College Debt-Free. Recipients of a Hagan Scholarship will graduate from an Eligible Public High School located in a county having fewer than 50,000 residents or from a remote rural public high school located in a larger county. There is NO Application Fee. 
 
Hagan Scholarship recipients are high achieving, self-motivated students who will require substantial financial assistance to attend college. The Hagan Scholarship provides up to $48,000 over four years; nine hundred twenty-seven Hagan Scholars from 43 states are currently enrolled at 358 colleges and universities. Over 2,000 Hagan Scholarships have been awarded to date, 500 more scholarships will be awarded in April 2021.
 
The award of a Hagan Scholarship can be life changing for many recipients. For more information and to access the Hagan Scholarship Application please visit our website. The Application Deadline is 5:00 PM CST, November 15, 2020.
 
Hagan Scholarships
This scholarship is available to all high school seniors and current college students who are planning on entering the law field. We understand how difficult it can be to pay for college and law school, and we want to help someone afford a better education

Here are some brief notes on this scholarship:

$500 (One-time award)
Due April 30, 2021
Must be attending a 4-yr college/university or 2-yr community college for Fall 2021
Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted

We think this would be a great opportunity for your students and were curious if you would be willing to share this scholarship with them?  If so, you can view the scholarship and other pertinent information here:

https://www.mccormickmurphy.com/#scholarship
Click HERE to apply for the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Cap Program. Junior and Seniors must fill out this form to be eligible. 
Click HERE to view the accompanying letter.
 

It's time for your graduating seniors to shine.

Your students have been forced to make many sacrifices during the pandemic, but being recognized and rewarded for their remarkable accomplishments should not be one of the them.

This year, The Heisman Trophy Trust along with Acceptance Insurance are proud to award $64,000 in scholarships to the nation’s most accomplished and community-minded male and female senior scholar-athletes. With winners from every school, 88 State Winners, 10 National Finalists, and two National Winners, your graduating seniors have many ways to join the ranks of more than 600,000 past winners—including several of your school’s very own.
 

Refer your best-of-the-best.

This year’s winners from your school will compete for 100 scholarships, ranging from $500 to $5,000, along with recognition at the state and national levels. And their chance starts with you. Give your seniors a shot at winning the Heisman High School Scholarship presented by Acceptance Insurance by referring a student today. You can also encourage your Heisman-worthy students to apply at heismanscholarship.com.
Your students have been forced to make many sacrifices during the pandemic, but being recognized and rewarded for their remarkable accomplishments should not be one of the them. The Heisman High School Scholarship presented by Acceptance Insurance is proud to continue its 26-year tradition of honoring the nation’s most esteemed high school seniors and supporting high school academic and athletic programs across the country. The program recognizes and rewards high school seniors who accomplish tremendous feats in the classroom, on the field, and most importantly, within their communities.
 

100 scholarships awarded.

The Heisman Trophy Trust and Acceptance Insurance are proud to reward male and female community-minded scholar-athletes at the state and national level.
  • 88 State Winners receive a $500 scholarship.
  • 10 National Finalists receive a $1,000 scholarship.
  • 2 National Winners receive a $5,000 scholarship.
 

They’ve done the hard work. Now, they just need to apply.

Winning a Heisman High School Scholarship presented by Acceptance Insurance requires a weighted GPA of 3.0 or better, participation in at least one school-sponsored sport, and demonstrated leadership at school and in the community. You have students who have worked hard for years to make the grade. Now help them get the recognition they deserve:

In a normal fall season, the Brown Admission staff would be traveling across the country and around the world. As many colleges and universities, including Brown, begin work on an entirely virtual visit season, and as school districts grapple with how to reopen safely, we are acutely aware that this is not a normal year. COVID-19 continues to impact our lives in many ways, and we continue to fight the coronavirus alongside devastating natural disasters and the daunting injustices of systemic racism. In a year and a world in which so much has happened, we have all had to adapt to a challenging set of new realities. Every year, I believe it is important to acknowledge and applaud your efforts on behalf of your students. This year in particular, we are sensitive to how quickly and creatively you found ways to work within the constraints of virtual learning - all the while counseling parents and students whose anxiety about the college admission process has only been amplified. We want to say thank you for the guidance, perspective and inspiration you provide to your students every day, and to partner with you throughout this process.

Web Resources for the 2020-21 Admission Cycle

Need Blind and No-Loan Financial Aid Commitment
For your students who may be considering Brown, I want to assure you that our commitment to access and opportunity for all students, regardless of their family’s financial circumstances, remains steadfast. Financial support for our students remains one of our highest priorities. We continue to provide a world-class educational experience in a community of scholars from a vast array of perspectives. We actively seek students from a broad range of socioeconomic, geographic and ideological backgrounds. Brown meets 100 percent of demonstrated financial need. Through The Brown Promise initiative, we have eliminated packaged loans from all undergraduate financial aid awards. Our generous financial aid ensures that financial considerations do not prevent talented students from choosing Brown.

Impact of Gap Years on the Class of 2025
We know that there has been concern over whether increased gap year requests from the Class of 2024 due to the pandemic will impact college admission prospects for the Class of 2025. Though we did grant approximately 40 gap year requests beyond our historic mean, we plan to expand the size of the Class of 2025 accordingly. Students should know that the overall probability of admission has not changed despite how different the admission process may look this year.

Extenuating Circumstances and Extensions
We offer our sincere sympathy and support to those impacted by natural disasters or other community tragedies, which have become all too frequent this year. Application deadline extensions are available for those students who have been impacted by extenuating circumstances, and students will not be disadvantaged in the admission process for delays caused by events beyond their control. Please know that same flexibility and support extends to you, as well as teachers and other school officials who may be submitting letters of recommendation or other application materials on behalf of students applying to Brown. For any questions regarding extenuating circumstances, fee waivers or extensions, please reach out to us directly at [email protected] or 401-863-2378.

Brown remains deeply grateful to you for your continuing wisdom and counsel, and we look forward to working with you in what are sure to be unusual times ahead. Please accept my best wishes for a healthy, safe and successful year.

Sincerely,

Logan Powell
Dean of Admission

Receive direct scholarships or tuition assistance by participating in the Awards!

Direct Scholarships

National Medalists are eligible for scholarships of up to $10,000.

Portfolio Scholarships  
High school seniors submitting a portfolio of six works are eligible for scholarships of up to $10,000. Learn how to apply here. 

New York Life Award 
Works about personal grief, loss, and bereavement are eligible for up to $1,000 scholarships. Learn how to apply here.

Civic Expression Award 
Works about social and political issues, and the collective action taken to address them, are eligible for $1,000 scholarships. Learn how to apply here.

The Herblock Award for Editorial Cartoon 
Art works offering commentary or criticism on current events, social issues, or political topics are eligible for $1,000 scholarships. Learn how to apply here.

Ray Bradbury Award for Science Fiction & Fantasy 
Written works using supernatural, magical, futuristic, scientific, and technological themes as a key element of the narrative are eligible for $1,000 scholarships. Learn how to apply here.

One Earth Award 
Works about human-caused climate change are eligible for $1,000 scholarships. Learn how to apply here.

Best-in-Grade Award 
Works selected as juror favorites from each grade will receive $500 scholarships. Learn more about the award here.

Tuition Scholarships

Students recognized at the regional or national level can receive tuition assistance for summer programs or higher education.

Scholarships for Summer Programs 
The Scholastic Awards Summer (SAS) Scholarship Program provides students full-tuition scholarships to attend summer art or writing programs. Learn how to apply here. 

The Alliance/ACT-SO Journey Award 
Scholars of the NAACP’s Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological and Scientific Olympics (ACT-SO) can receive full-tuition scholarships to attend summer art or writing programs by applying to the Scholastic Awards. Learn how to apply here. 

Scholarships from Colleges and Universities 
The Alliance for Young Artists & Writers partners with colleges and universities that earmark scholarships for Scholastic Awards recipients as part of their financial aid packages. See a list of our scholarship partners here. 

 

Click HERE to learn how to enter.

Postmarked Deadline: January 9, 2021
Applications must be printed, completed and mailed to our offices at:
 
Ron Brown Scholar Program
485 Hillsdale Drive, Suite 206
Charlottesville, VA 22901
 
Click HERE for the application
Each year, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation awards 150 college scholarships worth $20,000 to high school students across the United States through the Coca-Cola Scholars Program. Students need a 3.0 GPA and to fill out an online application that requires no essays, no recommendations, and no transcripts by October 31, 2020, at 5 p.m. Eastern.
We want your school to have a Coke Scholar this year!
The 2020-21 application is open to high school seniors until 5 p.m. Eastern on October 31, 2020.
Find details at Cokeurl.com/scholarships.
Thank you for supporting all students at your high school in their pursuit of higher education.
 
Warmly,
 
Jane Hale Hopkins
President, Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation

Your students are invited to apply for an Arts scholarship at the University of Dayton. These scholarships are competitive and worth up to $10,000 over four years. Incoming first-year, full-time students who enroll in a four-year program in Art and Design, Music or Theatre, Dance and Performance Technology are eligible to apply.

The deadline to apply for an Arts scholarship is Sunday, November 1, 2020. We invite you to share this information with the creative and performing arts faculty at your school.

Learn more about the scholarship application process for Art and Design.

Learn more about the scholarship application process for Theatre, Dance and Performance Technology.

Students who are interested in Music will receive an email from UD with instructions on how to request a nomination for a Leadership in Music scholarship.

If you have any questions, please give us a call at 800 UD-PRIDE (800-837-7433). Our early action deadline for admission is also November 1; students can apply for free at udayton.edu/apply.

Sincerely,

Donnell W. Wiggins, M.Ed.
Assistant Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management
Dean of Admission

Athletic Information

NCAA Student

NCAA's Eligibility Center for student athletes

National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

naia.org

For more information on athletic scholarships contact the college’s athletic website.

Greetings from the University of South Alabama! 
 
We would like to share with you a great opportunity with your juniors and seniors to learn more about various degree programs. South will be hosting virtual events during the months of October and November which will feature professionals in their fields.
 
The program career series provides an opportunity for your students to see what a degree in a particular program could lead to as a career. Current students and faculty will also be available to share ideas and answer questions.
 
All upcoming events and registration links are listed below. Please feel free to share this with your students as we realize many of them are in the process of exploring universities and majors. The number of spots are limited in Zoom, so please ask them to register ASAP.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Thanks! 
 
USA Enrollment Services Team 
Greetings from the University of South Alabama! 
 
Last week we sent you an email showcasing the info sessions we are offering to your students to explore some of our majors and their potential career options.
 
Students can learn more and sign up here: https://www.southalabama.edu/colleges/programcareerseries.html.
 
Also, we have added a session for our Mitchell College of Business and here is the link to sign up for that one: https://www.southalabama.edu/colleges/mcob/informational-session.html
 
Have a fantastic week!
 
USA Enrollment Services Team 
Greetings from the Virtual UVA team! We hope this note finds you healthy and safe. We wanted to let you know that we will be holding a Virtual Event Series October 19 – 22, geared toward prospective students. Throughout the week, our admission deans and current students will provide insights about the admission and financial process, the student experience, our academic programs, and the student resources available across the University. We would appreciate your help in getting the word out to your students about this new program.

Students may view the calendar and register for events here.

Please note that space is limited. For students who are not able to attend live, we will post recordings of each session on our website. 

Thank you for your assistance in publicizing these events to your students. We hope to connect with them soon!

Best wishes,

The Virtual UVA Team
Office of Undergraduate Admission
University of Virginia
 
 
Greetings from the Sunshine State!

My name is Maribeth Stevens, and I am the Assistant Vice President for University Campus Enrollment at Saint Leo University in Tampa Bay, Florida. I have the distinct pleasure of working with you and your students as they explore the opportunities that Saint Leo can offer them as future students.

Over the past year, your role as a college counselor has seen “other duties as assigned” increase without question. You have become sounding boards not only for concerned students and families, but also for those of us on the other side of the desk as we look to navigate this ever-changing situation together. This is a challenging time for the world, and particularly for students and families to experience the changes that are happening to higher education as we know it.

Now more than ever, I am proud to be able to reintroduce you to Saint Leo University. Saint Leo has withstood the test of time and emerged even stronger out of challenges that we have faced in our history. Founded in 1889 in the Benedictine core values of respect, integrity, community, excellence, personal development, and responsible stewardship, we will face these challenging times head-on, together.
We are thrilled to introduce our new scholarship program for the Fall 2021 Semester:
    • We have increased our merit scholarships that now range between $10,000 - $14,000 per year. Students are automatically considered for these scholarships with no separate application needed.
    • This is a new $3,000 stackable annual award for students who graduate from a Catholic high school within the United States
  • New D2R Associate Degree Program
    • This program will offer students the opportunity to pursue an Associate’s Degree for less than $10,000 tuition per year. Students with a high school GPA between 2.00 – 2.39 will qualify for this specific program.
I have also provided additional information to introduce Saint Leo at a glance. Please feel free to share this information with your students who may be interested in studying in the Sunshine State!
    • Get a first look at Saint Leo!
    • This will allow students to easily add their names to our inquiry pool to receive our emails and outreach
    • Even if students cannot visit campus physically, I would invite them to tour our beautiful campus from the comfort of their own homes
    • Find your specific admissions team member here
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team – we are here to help!
I wish you the best of luck in the coming months, and please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything that we can do to help with those “other duties as assigned."

Best,

Maribeth Stevens
Assistant Vice President
University Campus & Center Enrollment
Saint Leo University
University Campus - MC2008
33701 State Road 52, Saint Leo, FL 33574-6665
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (352) 588-8284
Fax: (352) 588-8257

Admissions @ UD Newsletter

In this month of giving thanks, we are grateful for the guidance and support you give to students! Know that we are here to help you and your students with their admissions questions. Visit our school counselor page to find your UD admissions counselor and see below for useful links and important dates about the UD admission process. 

Important Application Info

Early-action decision notification: For students who submitted their application before the early-action deadline (Nov. 1), they have until Sunday, Nov. 15 at 11:59 p.m. EST to submit all remaining application materials. Missing materials can be found in a student’s My Blue Hen Home portal. Decisions will be released on a weekly basis starting early November through Jan. 31, 2021. 

Regular decision notification: Decisions will be released on a weekly basis starting in January through the end of March. 

Miscellaneous decision information: Decision notifications may be released at various times and not necessarily in the order applications were received. Multiple factors delay the decision-making process and while we try to prioritize applications by submit dates, it is not always possible to maintain that order.

Admit decisions will arrive via the My Blue Hen Home student portal and USPS. All other decisions will arrive via the student portal only. You can check the decisions for your students using your free Slate.org account. 

Encourage students to check their My Blue Hen Home portal regularly to track the status of their application. 

Did you know…If students complete their application by Jan. 15, 2021, they will automatically be considered for merit aid, whether a student applied with or without test scores? It’s true, nothing else is needed!

Learn About Our Special Programs 

Explore World Scholars, a four-year program where students spend a semester of their first year in Europe or the South Pacific, then travel again their junior year. Unlike other “freshman abroad” programs, World Scholars are fall admits who receive financial aid while earning UD credits abroad. To be considered for World Scholars, students admitted to one of our 100+ eligible majors must participate in a virtual interview, starting in December. Visit the World Scholars website to find out more and email [email protected] to request a meeting or schedule a presentation. 

The Honors College application is open to all majors, whether students have applied test optional or included their test scores. To apply, students should visit their My Blue Hen Home student portal after they complete their UD application. There they will find the essay prompts. Click here to learn more about the Honors College, the application and deadlines.

Share with Your Students

The Perry Initiative:Women in high school and college who have an interest in science, medicine or engineering are now invited to register for a session of the Perry Virtual Experience. Note: While UD is not directly affiliated with the Perry Initiative, one of the founders is our very own, Jenni  Buckley (mechanical engineering). 

Visit with Us 

  • We are now offering in-person tours of campus. Register here. 
  • There is one Blue and Golden open house left this year: Saturday, Nov. 14.
  • For students and counselors: Department of Fashion and Apparel Studies Virtual Open House, Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 4:00 p.m. RSVP by emailing [email protected] and the Zoom link and password will be provided.
We are here to help! Students can schedule one-on-one with their admissions counselor to ask questions about the application, the admissions process and anything else on their mind by clicking here. 

Work with International Students?

Our assistant directors of international admissions, Erin Bastien and John Ettore, are available to meet with you. If your students would like to meet with Erin or John to learn more about UD or discuss their application and the admission process, they can schedule a one-on-one appointment.

International Scholarships Opportunities at UD: International students are automatically considered for international scholarships ranging from $5,000 – $18,000 annually just by applying to UD. 

Happy November from Athens! 
 

The light at the end of the tunnel may still seem dim, but keep in mind the finish line is nearer than it was yesterday and the work you are doing matters so much! Our Early Action deadline has passed, and we are officially reviewing a large number of applications your students have submitted. Thank you for the part you are playing in empowering them to look toward their next step beyond high school!
 

Here are three quick updates for the month of November:
 

Early Action & Quiet Time.
Our team is busy reviewing early action applications. In order to release decisions by November 20 we have officially entered into quiet time and our counselors' primary focus is reading applications.
 

Regular Decision Deadline.
Our January 1 Regular Decision deadline will be here before we know it. Remember that our materials deadline (those materials you submit) is January 8.
 

New Student Programming.
Check out these three new initiatives designed to support and celebrate the identities and experiences of current and prospective UGA students:

  • ALL Georgia Program - Opening doors for current UGA students from rural areas
  • First Look Real Talks - Prospective students hear from current UGA students about their authentic experiences as students from varying backgrounds
  • Black Alumni Affinity Group Panels - Black Affinity Alumni Group + UGA Admissions partner to put on prospective UGA parent and student panels.
 

Thanks to each of you for all you do in guiding your students and Go Dawgs!
 

 

David Graves and Amanda Sale, Ph.D.

Interim Executive Directors

Admissions & Enrollment Management | University of Georgia

Terrell Hall | Athens, GA 30602-1633

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$1,000 to $50,000 Scholarships Available Now!

 

Tell your students to apply today!

 

High school seniors, BURGER KING® employees, their dependent children, spouses, or domestic partners In the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico can apply to receive $1,000 to $50,000 scholarships for the 2021-2022 school year!

 

High school seniors must:

  • Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
  • Be active in their school, community and/or have work experience

Don’t let your students miss their chance to become a BURGER KING® Scholar.

 

To learn more and apply visit bk-scholars.com

 

Application deadline: December 15, 2020.

Improvements have been made to the 2020-2021 National Beta Scholarship Application. Given disruptions in testing caused by COVID-19, ACT/SAT scores will not be required by applicants. We hope this adjustment allows all students the opportunity to apply regardless of their ability to take the SAT and/or ACT.  

Encourage your Betas to apply by January 21, 2021.
 

To be eligible for the award students must:

  • Be a high-school senior
  • Given the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 situation, ACT/SAT scores will not be required.
  • Be a National Beta member with an active membership ID number.

As we continue to move through these unpredictable times, we know your seniors are still busy with college applications. We want to be sure you know about the Emory University Scholar Programs, our comprehensive merit scholarships that empower students to reach their full potential and make an impact on the world. The Scholars application deadline is November 15, 2020.

Not much has changed since last year; however, we want to provide a quick refresher about how the Scholars selection process works with this year's test optional policy in mind.


What kind of student is an Emory Scholar? 
At Emory, we believe the criteria for a merit scholarship goes way beyond GPA and test scores, especially in a year where so many students don't have scores.

We invest in students who have creative minds, are intellectually curious, and are engaged with their communities and areas of interest. 

Emory Scholars are typically the students you describe like this: “I have never met a student this curious, engaged, bright, accomplished, and kind, all wrapped into one.”


Can students without test scores be considered for merit scholarships? 
Yes! Students who have not submitted test scores (or who have stated they would not like their scores considered in the review of their application) will be eligible for full merit scholarship consideration. 

For many years, test scores have not been a large part of our holistic review process. We will lean more heavily on other application materials, including personal statements, short answer questions, letters of recommendation, high school transcript, and, where available, alumni interview feedback.
 
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Broadly talented
We’re looking for students who have made the absolute most of the opportunities and resources available to them.

  • impactful character
  • intellectual and personal vigor
  • outstanding academic achievement
  • masterful communication skills
  • formidable leadership and creativity in school or the community
  • high potential for enriching the lives of peers at Emory



More than just a merit scholarship
In addition to full tuition, fees, and on-campus room and board, Scholars often enjoy many of these benefits:

  • university grants beyond what is typically available for research, internships, service, and study abroad opportunities
  • additional mentoring and networking opportunities with top-tier faculty connected to the Scholar Programs
  • a community of active, engaged Emory Scholars on campus and across the globe

 
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Important details

  • The Emory Scholars application deadline is November 15. 
  • Applicants do not need to be nominated by their high school counselor.
  • There is no separate application or additional Scholars essay.
  • All students, regardless of citizenship, can be considered.
  • Selection as an Emory Scholar is nonbinding.
  • There are three paths into the program: Emory College Woodruff Scholars, Oxford College Woodruff Scholars, and Goizueta Scholars.
Thank you for all you do to promote and support your students. We look forward to the opportunity to support your standout students as they follow their dreams to create change and make a global impact.

If we can provide more information about the Emory Scholar Programs or about Emory University, please let us know.

Sincerely,

Office of Undergraduate Admission
Emory University

Below is information pertaining to the 1890 USDA Scholars program.  The 1890 USDA Scholars Program is available to high school seniors entering their freshman year of college and rising college sophomores and juniors.  The 1890 USDA Scholars program is a great way for youth to obtain scholarship monies.  The awards provide full tuition and room/board.  The scholarship may be renewed each year with satisfactory performance toward the bachelor’s degree.  To be eligible for the 1890 USDA Scholars program scholarship a youth must:

  • Be a U.S. citizen
  • Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better (on a 4.0 scale)
  • Have been accepted for admission or currently attending one of the nineteen 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Universities.
  • Study agriculture, food, natural resource sciences, or other related academic disciplines
  • Demonstrate leadership and community service
  • Submit an official transcript with the school seal and an authorized official's signature
  • Submit a signed application (original signature only)

Please pass this opportunity along to the youth.

 

T. Broyles

 

 

 

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Good morning All,

 

 

 

Please share with your students and stakeholders!!

 

https://www.usda.gov/partnerships/1890NationalScholars

 

https://www.usda.gov/partnerships/1994-program

 

 

USDA 1890 National Scholars Program 2020 Application Deadline: January 31, 2021

All application materials must be postmarked by Sunday, January 31, 2021, and sent to the university liaison (or universities) selected by the applicant to attend. (University addresses and contact information are included in the back of the application.)

 

USDA 1994 Tribal Scholars Program 2020 Application Deadline: January 31, 2021

All application materials must be postmarked by Sunday, January 31, 2021, , and sent to the university liaison (or universities) selected by the applicant to attend. (University addresses and contact information are included in the back of the application.)

 

 

 

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ESTON WILLIAMS

 

USDA Liaison

Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement

United States Department of Agriculture

Cell 202-596-0226

  
HBCU Night
 

The application is now available!

The Jackie Robinson Foundation provides four-year scholarships of $30,000 and extensive support services, including career guidance and internship placement, to highly motivated African American students who have maintained a 98% college graduation rate. 

We appreciate your support by sharing this opportunity with students. The application closes at 5:00 pm ET on February 1, 2021.

 

Thank you,
Damian Travier
Vice President, Core Programs

 
 

Jackie Robinson Foundation
75 Varick Street, 2nd Floor

New York, New York 10013

The Lindy Callahan Scholarship Application is now available online. Deadline for submission is March 12, 2021.
 
Click the link below to complete the application online.
 
 
The form will require the following information:
 
A 500-WORD ESSAY (ESSAY TITLE: “HOW ATHLETICS AND ACTIVITIES HAVE INFLUENCED MY LIFE”)
 
THREE LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
 
o   High School Principal
o   High School Coach
o   High School Teacher
 
DEADLINE for SUBMISSION: Friday, March 12, 2021
 
SCHOOLS MAY NOMINATE ONE MALE AND ONE FEMALE FROM THE GRADUATING CLASS OF 2021.
 
 
Keith Warren
Mississippi High School Activities Association
Director of Technology
601-924-6400
@misshsaa

Dear Students,

 

My name is Alyssa Gorkin, I am the Programming Director for EEqual, an entirely youth run non-profit organization dedicated to mitigating the impacts of economic inequality for students experiencing homelessness. I’m reaching out because we recently launched a scholarship program that I would like to share with you! I think that we could create a very successful connection. Our 2021 Scholarship Awards Program application is now open, and your help in distributing it would be greatly appreciated. 

As a brief background on the scholarship, this is our second year running this program and we would like to ensure that we are reaching the correct students. The program itself is designed to highlight the incredible potential of young people in the United States who are struggling with homelessness, housing instability, or extreme poverty. This scholarship covers tuition costs, up to $2,000. This can be used for any type of higher education, including but not limited to community college classes, trade school/trade certifications, bachelors degrees and so on.  Students are eligible to apply if they are experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity as defined under the McKinny-Vento Education for Homeless Children and Youth Program (MV) students in extreme poverty; or students whose family is currently going through a transition) to attain post-secondary education. A more detailed explanation of eligibility can be found at https://eequal.org/scholarships/. The application opens on January 4th, 2021 and will close on March 31st, 2021. We expect to notify recipients in May 2021.

We would greatly appreciate your help in distributing this opportunity to students whom you may know would benefit from the award. If you have any questions about this opportunity please reach out to me, I would be happy to talk more in depth about this opportunity! The link to apply is https://eequal.org/scholarships/. This webpage has more in depth information about both the details of the program and the application. In addition I've attached a flyer with some information that we would appreciate if you could distribute where you see fit. Thank you for your consideration!

 

Warmly,

Alyssa Gorkin

 

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JROTC Scholarship
Norwich rewards leadership.
 
Each JROTC unit may nominate up to three students who have demonstrated exceptional performance in their JROTC unit and show leadership potential for the JROTC Leadership Award. This award has three levels:
  • $4,000 per year (total of $16,000 over four years)
  • $3,000 per year (total of $12,000 over four years)
  • $2,000 per year, (total of $8,000 over four years)
 
Nomination Form

 I want to share some more exciting news about our annual Bridging the Dream Scholarship program and mention some enhancements and changes from previous years.

 

While the benefits and value of a higher education have never been greater, access is uneven, and far too many first-generation, low-income, and minority students face obstacles in reaching and completing college.

 

To help meet our needs, The Sallie Mae Fund, the charitable arm of Sallie Mae®, has partnered with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund to launch a new scholarship program. The Sallie Mae Fund Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program will provide $1 million a year over the next three years to help students access and complete post-secondary education.

 

What You Need to Know:

 

        Nearly 900 students, including high school seniors will receive                        scholarships through the scholarship program over the next three years.

 

Who is eligible:

 

The Bridging the Dream Scholarship for High School Seniors: In 2021, The Sallie Mae Fund will award (25) $10,000 scholarships to high
school seniors who plan to enroll in a two- or four-year degree professional certificate, or vocational training program. Seniors who excel
inside and outside of the classroom and demonstrate financial need can apply now through March 8 at www.salliemae.com/landing/bridging-the-dream

 

What is different:

 

   Counselors no longer will need to nominate students making it even     

   easier to share this information with all students.  You can share the link     above and ask your students to submit their application for the     

   scholarship.

 

What other scholarships are offered:

 

  • The Completing the Dream Scholarship: In 2021, The Sallie Mae Fund will award (260) gap scholarships worth up to $2,500 to minority students and those from underserved communities who are on track to graduate but are at-risk of not completing due to financial emergency or unpaid school bill. Students can apply for the Completing the Dream Scholarship, at www.salliemae.com/landing/completing-the-dream

 

  • The Bridging the Dream Scholarship for Graduate Students: Coming later this year, The Sallie Mae Fund will also offer (10) $10,000 scholarship to
    minority students and those from disadvantaged communities who are pursuing a graduate degree

I’ve attached a flyer about the programs that can be shared your parents or others who may benefit from this information. Please let me know if you have any questions.

 

For official scholarship rules, visit salliemae.com/about/scholarship-opportunities. No purchase necessary.  Void where prohibited.  Ends March 8.

 

If you have any questions or need any additional information on this scholarship or our scholarship search resource tool, please reach out any time. 
 
Nearly 500 Scholarships to be Awarded!
Application Deadline: March 31, 2021
Please urge your students to apply for the hundreds of available scholarships to be awarded for the 2021-22 academic year to students studying engineering, accounting, business or other courses of study to enter the automotive field, as well as those training to become automotive, heavy duty or collision repair technicians. Graduating high school seniors, full-time post-secondary students, and former recipients are welcome to apply. Each completed application is considered for all scholarships where the student meets the qualifications.   
 
Please share these scholarship opportunities with students, parents or anyone interested in applying for scholarships.
Text name, email to 720-903-2206 to receive information and reminders.
 
Pete Kornafel
Co-Chairman, UAF Scholarship Committee
[email protected]

Danielle Sonnefeld
Co-Chairman, UAF Scholarship Committee
[email protected]
 

Hello and Happy February!
 

We hope all of you are feeling encouraged as deadlines pass and you are nearing the end of supporting another class through the application process! While our office remains in quiet time, limiting interactions to focus on reading, we have resumed conducting several virtual visit opportunities. With this, we wanted to share those with you, as your students are finalizing their college lists and deciding what might come next.
 

Virtual Campus Visit Experience.
An opportunity to attend an admissions information session given by someone from our office, as well as a student-led virtual campus tour. 
 

Q&A Panel and Video Chat with a Student Leader.
A chance to have questions answered by current UGA students, as well as a video chat drop-in option.
 

Admitted Student Events.
Before finalizing their decision, admitted students are able to learn more about all UGA has to offer through our Virtual New Dawgs programs. Admitted students can register for these virtual sessions through their email.
 

Hoping all is well for each of you!
 

 

David R. Graves and Amanda R. Sale, Ph.D.

Interim Executive Directors

Admissions & Enrollment Management | University of Georgia

Terrell Hall | Athens, GA 30602-1633

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Greetings from the University of South Alabama!
 
Key updates:
 
  1. South is test optional this year. Test optional students are considered for scholarships.
  2. We are making our application free for your students. They can use SOUTHFORME as a promo code.
  3. Students can claim a $100 visit credit when they visit South and then enroll.
 
 
Students can sign up for a campus visit or a virtual visit here: https://www.southalabama.edu/departments/admissions/visitourcampus.html
 
Also, Happy National School Counseling Week. While we cannot be with you in person, we wanted to thank you all for the amazing work that you do for your schools and students.
 
All the best,
 
New Student Recruitment Team
University of South Alabama
(251) 460-7834
(800) USA-JAGS
 
 
Greetings from the University of South Alabama!
 
A quick update:
 
It's free to apply to South for YOUR students, and not just this week but for the next three months. Students can simply use our free application code, SOUTHFORME.
 
 
Thanks for all!
 
USA Recruitment Team
251-460-7834
 
p.s. Please check out and share our new virtual and self-guided tours, https://www.southalabama.edu/departments/admissions/visitourcampus.html
Tennessee University 2021 Scholarships

Dear Tyrone,

The Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) invites you to help us identify HSF Scholars by becoming a Certified Essay Reader!

As a Certified Essay Reader, you will read and evaluate a minimum of twenty essays between March 15, 2021, and April 30, 2021. No travel will be required, as essays can be read wherever you have internet access (e.g., work, home, etc.).

Please review the application process timeline below and click the link that follows, to begin your reader application.
 
 

Reader Application Process:

  1. Reader Application Submission – February 10, 2021 to March 30, 2021
  2. Application Review and Selection - February 10, 2021 to March 30, 2021 – Those selected to be Readers will be notified on a rolling basis
  3. Online Certification - February 10, 2021 to April 15, 2021
  4. Essay Reading – March 15, 2021, to April 30, 2021

 
 
 
Reader Application
 
 

This role is offered on a volunteer basis. No reimbursements or honoraria will be provided.

If you have any questions about volunteering to be a Reader, please contact us via the Message Center.

Best,

The Hispanic Scholarship Fund

 Illinois Tech is simplifying the admission process this year through our revised requirements and our commitment to affordability—including a minimum $25,000 scholarship for new, incoming  FAFSA-eligible students in fall 2021.

We understand that COVID-19 has potentially impacted your students' ability to participate in standardized testing as well as some academic, extracurricular, and service-learning activities and organizations which are traditional ways of demonstrating accomplishments in a college application to compete for merit scholarships. Alongside these concerns, many families are experiencing financial uncertainty adding to the stress of the college application and enrollment process during such an unprecedented time. 

Because of this, we are offering admitted students a minimum merit tuition/housing scholarship of $25,000 a year so long as they apply on or before March 15, 2021. The scholarship is only for admitted students who begin their studies full-time at Illinois Tech in fall 2021. The $25,000 scholarship is renewable annually for four years (five for architecture) as long as they maintain continuous full-time enrollment. Eligible students may also qualify for additional need-based aid by completing the FAFSA.

Students who submit their application after the March 15 deadline will still be considered for merit scholarships starting at $10,000 until our rolling admission deadline of August 1.

Additionally, we will continue to waive standardized test requirements for students who are planning to apply for admission in the fall 2022 semester.

If you have any questions regarding Illinois Tech's application requirements, visit our Counselor Resource webpage or reach out to an admission counselor.

Kind regards,

Toni Riley
Associate Vice President of Undergraduate Admission
Illinois Institute of Technology

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