Trinity Christian Academy
Counseling Connection
Bobbie J. Morris, M.Ed
SCHOLARSHIPS:
Begin locating scholarships that may benefit you as soon as possible, noting deadlines and requirements. Some require an application and essay, while others also require letters of recommendation. Ask three people you know to write you a letter of recommendation before you actually need them, so deadlines aren't missed when applying.
Apply at your local bank or credit union, lions club, kiwanis club, parent's work place, etc. Any organization that may offer scholarships is fair game.
Check out your top four colleges (one's you placed on your FAFSA and ACT paperwork) for scholarships unique to their school.
Also, search scholarships funded by foundations - a few are listed below.
Remember that scholarship applicants must be diligent. The amount of students applying for each scholarship is usually great. Classroom Counseling Lesson time will be devoted to the development of a student portfolio.
*James F. Hoffman Scholarship Fund (click link) Deadline usually in February Calhoun County Seniors Only
* Wendy's High School Heisman Deadline: October 2
Apply at: WendysHeisman.com
- Senior Athletes who show leadership, dedication, and determination
*Smith Scholarship Foundation (click link)
Application Submitted by: December 1, 2016
Proof of FASFA Application: Submitted With Application by December 1, 2016
Letters of Recommendation: January 15, 2017
Smith Foundation Center 400 Caldwell TraceBirmingham, AL 35242
205-202-4076 (Office)205-202-4171 (Fax)
The Smith Scholarship Foundation is an intensive accountability program providing funding and one-on-one mentoring that requires continued self-assessment and goal planning to optimize college funding collectively for all of our scholars. Our program requires active leadership and cultural experience to foster community service and social accountability. Students are chosen from a competitive application process of more than 1, 000 annual applications. Those selected must have demonstrated an ability to overcome adversity and hardship and succeed in contradiction to the odds with a selfless commitment to give back to others while continuing to meet personal challenges to become independent self-sufficient young adults.
In 2005 Mignon endowed The Foundation in her father and mother’s names, the J. Craig and Page T. Smith Scholarship Foundation, to provide full tuition for Alabama high school seniors to attend Alabama colleges. A minimum C+ grade average and civic involvement and/or special family responsibility is required. A minimum grade of C+ is necessary to continue the four year scholarship. Also in 2005, The Mignon C. Smith Living Trust endowed The J. Craig Smith Chair for Integrity in Business through the University of Alabama Donor Advised Fund that provided funding for programs in the University of Alabama Business Department and Center for Ethics and Social Responsibility. Mignon was concerned about the loss of integrity in the current generation of business and hoped the programs at the University of Alabama would become a catalyst to teach the ethics that her father ascribed to in business to our future leaders
*ADH&LEF Incoming Freshman Scholarship (click link)
(additional scholarships available at this site)
Administered through the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation (AH&LEF), the Incoming Freshman Scholarship is offered exclusively for incoming freshman to encourage enrollment in hospitality-related undergraduate programs and attract more students to the lodging industry. The program is being funded from scholarship monies set aside from AH&LEF’s last major capital giving fundraising initiative, the New Century Campaign. Full-time baccalaureate majors will receive $2,000 awards while full-time associate majors will receive $1,000 awards.
*Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest (click link) 12th graders, undergrad and graduate students
*Anthem Essay Contest (click link) 8th, 9th, and 10th graders
*We the Living Essay Contest (click link) Has been temporarily cancelled
*The Fountainhead Essay Contest (click link) 11th and 12th graders
Ayn Rand’s novels are inspiring and intellectually challenging, but they can also be financially rewarding for high school and college students. The Ayn Rand Institute sponsors annual essay contests that offer 600 prizes and $100,000 in prize money every year. For details, choose from the subjects above.
All information necessary to enter the contest is contained on our website.
*The Davidson Fellows Scholarship (click link)
The Davidson Fellows Scholarship Program, established in 2001, recognizes exceptional students and supports them in the fulfillment of their potential. Each year, Fellows are awarded scholarships of $50,000, $25,000 or $10,000 and are recognized for their achievements at a special awards reception in Washington, D.C.
The application categories are Science, Technology, Mathematics, Literature, Music, Philosophy and Outside the Box.
College Counts Scholarship (click link) $2000. per semester - non renewable
Eligibility: high school senior or first time college freshman, U.S. citizen, Alabama resident, enrolled in an Alabama eligible institution, must demonstrate financial need, minimum GPA of 2.75, ACT score of BELOW 26
*Alba George Watt Memorial Essay Contest - (click link)
The Abraham Lincoln Brigade Archives (ALBA) is pleased to announce the continuing annual competition for the George Watt Memorial Essay prizes. Graduate and undergraduate students from the United States and elsewhere are invited to submit an essay or thesis chapter about any aspect of the Spanish Civil War, the global political or cultural struggles against fascism in 1920s and 1930s, or the lifetime histories and contributions of the Americans who fought in support of the Spanish Republic from 1936 to 1938.
Two prizes of $500 each will be awarded, one in the undergraduate and one in the graduate category. Work will be judged on the basis of originality, quality of research, and effectiveness of argument or presentation.
AXA Achievement Scholarship (click link)
The first 10,000 applicants are accepted for review. Deadline is usually end of November. Online application ONLY
AOD Federal Credit Union Scholarship (click link)
AOD Federal Credit Union will award up to (10) scholarships each year to high school graduating seniors who have been AOD Federal Credit Union Members for at least one year. The scholarhship is paid at the beginning of the student's freshman year and will be issued directly to the college, university, community college, technical/vocational school of the student's choice. Winners are announced in May. Applications may be requested in January of each year with a deadline of March 31st each year. Application and documentation requested may be submitted by mailing them to: AOD Federal Credit Union, PO Box 608, Bynum, AL 36253.
Alabama Teacher's Credit Union (click link)
Apply January 1st – April 15th. Six (6) $3000 scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors and one (1) $3000 scholarship will be awarded to a deserving college undergraduate. Please click on the applicable link for an informational packet containing an informational flyer with additional details, official rules, requirement checklist, and paper application:
Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama (click link)
Click scholarship tab - lots of useful information at this site
The Junior League of Calhoun County (click link)
THE NANCY JULIAN DISTINGUISHED YOUNG WOMAN AWARD:The Nancy Julian Distinguised Young Woman Award was established by the Junior League of Anniston-Calhoun, Inc., in 1996. It honors the memory of Nancy Julian, a very active member of our League and community.The award is presented each year to an outstanding high school senior who has maintained an excellent academic record and has displayed a willingness to serve her school and community through volunteerism and extra-curricular activities. At the present time, our League is awarding the winner with a $3,000.00 scholarship to the college she will be attending.
Elks Lodge Scholarship (click here)
Our Scholarships Who are the Elks? Elks are community. No matter where you go in the country, an Elks Lodge is right around the corner. With more than 850,000 members and nearly 2,000 Lodges nationwide, Elks are providing charitable services that help build stronger communities.Join us in service to your community!The Elks National Foundation provides more than $4 million in college scholarships each year through its three scholarship programs.
The application process and deadlines vary for each program. All applications must go through a local Elks Lodge before reaching the Elks National Foundation office. Contact your high school counselor for more information or your local Elks Lodge. To find the Elks Lodge nearest you, click above.
Most Valuable Student Scholarships (500) four-year scholarships, ranging from $1,000 per year to $12,500 per year, for graduating high school seniors based on financial need, leadership and scholarship.
2014 MVS Award Winners.Legacy Awards $4,000 ($1,000 year for four years) merit-based scholarships for children and grandchildren of Elks who are members in good standing.
2014 Legacy Award Winners.Emergency Educational Grants One-year educational grants available to children of deceased or totally disabled Elks.
www.DunkinDonuts.com/scholarship (150/$1,000 scholarships. Apply by March 15)
www.ScholarshipPoints.com ($500-$10,000 scholarships awarded every month. Available even to those
students in college right now)
www.artandwriting.org ($10,000 scholarships to high school seniors who earn National Portfolio Gold Medals.
Other scholarships vary from $500 to full tuition)
www.truman.gov (Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation awards scholarship funds up to $30,000 for college
juniors who want to pursue graduate degrees in public service fields. The foundation also
assists with career counseling and internship placement)
www.tylenol.com/page.jhtml?id=tylenol/news/subptyschol.inc# (The makers of Tylenol awards scholarships to students going into the medical field. Awards range from $5,000-$10,000 and are based on leadership qualities and academic performance)
www.siemens-foundation.org/en/competition.htm (Siemens Corporation has an annual competition called the Siemens Competition in Math, Science, and Technology. This competition is based upon submission of science projects. The grand prize winner is awarded $100,000.)
www.cappex.com (Search $11 billion in merit scholarships from colleges; find scholarship matches from companies such as Coca-Cola, Kraft Foods, Burger King, Intel, and thousands of other national and local organizations; check out more than $70,000 in unique Cappex scholarships.)
“High school innovator of the year” ($5,000 scholarship) www.cappex.com/scholarships
“Lead With Your Heart” scholarship ($5,000 scholarship) www.cappex.com/scholarships
www.EducationStart.org (four $3,000 scholarships given away annually)
www.schering-ploughwilltowin.com (10-$5,000 scholarships awarded to seniors with asthma)
http://www.collegeweeklive.com/en_CA/guest/app-scholarships
www.buickachievers.com 1,100 scholarships of up to $25,000 each. Deadline for applying is Feb. 29
https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/greatlakes/ (scholarships for those going into engineering, science, or math)
http://scholarshipzone.com/scholarship-application (No GPA, No Essay, No Hassle! Takes Only 3 Short Min)
http://www.schoolconnection.com/Grants-drip/?cid=ppc_google_sc_grants&c=Grants&cat=free+grants+for+college&est=free%20grants%20for%20college&key=go_free_grants_for_college&v=google&a=mscansaroli-sfsc%40educationconnection.com&mt=Search&ad=31505730824&utm_source=google&utm_medium=ppc°Id=&bucket=google-content-text-financial+aid-ecs&trackid=google-content-text-financial+aid-ecs&gclid=CKedodeurboCFaUWMgodmCQA-g
Dr. Robert H. Goddard Scholarship (Award: $10,000 Applicant must be studying Science or Engineering Deadline: 12/7 Administered by National Space Club) Click on link below
Talbots Scholarship Program (Award: $10,000-$30,000 Applicants must be women who earned their high school diploma or GED more than 10 years ago and are planning on enrolling in undergraduate study.
Deadline: Jan. 3 Administered by Talbots Charitable Foundation) Click Link below
Air and Waste Management Association Scholarships-FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS (Award: $1,400-$7500 Applicants must be pursuing graduate study leading to a career in air quality, waste management, environmental management/policy/law, and/or sustainability. Deadline: Jan. 11 Administered by Air and Waste Management Association) Click Link Below
Ron Brown Scholar Program (Award: $10,000. Applicants must be African-American students who will make significant contributions to society. Deadline: Jan. 9) Click link below
Burger King Scholars (Award: $1,000-$25,000 Applicants must be graduating high school seniors.
Deadline: Jan. 10. Administered by the Have it Your Way Foundation) Click Link below
Gates Millennium Scholars Program (Award: Varies Applicants must be African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, or Hispanic American. Deadline: Jan. 16 Administered by Gates Millennium Scholars) Click link below
Dell Scholars Program (Award: $20,000 Applicants must have participated in an approved college readiness program. Deadline: Jan. 15 Administered by the Michael and Susan Dell Foundation) Click link below
Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship (Award: $500-$5,000 Applicants must be planning careers of service in a local, state, or federal government. Deadline: Jan. 15. Administered by the Washington Crossing Foundation) Click link below
Ronald Reagan College Leaders Scholarship Program (Award: $1,000-$10,000 Applicants must demonstrate leadership on behalf of the cause of freedom, American values, and Constitutional principles. Deadline: Jan. 15
Administered by the Phillips Foundation) Click link below
Coca Cola Scholars (Award: $10,000-$20,000) Applicants must be high school seniors or home school seniors attending school in the United States Deadline: Oct. 31 Administered by the Coca Cola Company) Click link below
http://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/applicants/#.UmgD_RDr5yU
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search
http://nrb.org/news_room/articles/essay-scholarship-contest-for-communications-broadcasting-and-jo/ (Essay Scholarship Contest for Communications, Broadcasting, and Journalism Majors)
www.FFA.org/scholarships - Monsanto giving away 12 scholarships ($1500) for students from Georgia going into agriculture. Deadline Feb. 1
www.asianpacificfund.org/scholarships - Asian Pacific Fund administers 12 scholarship programs each with unique eligibility. Scholarship amounts range from $1,000 to $20,000 and many are renewable. Who can apply? Incoming or current college students of various ethnic backgrounds. Must plan to be enrolled full time in the Fall. Minimum of 3.0 GPA and be a US citizen or Permanent Resident unless otherwise stated. Deadline: February 1.
www.drpepper.com (over $1 million in tuition grants/scholarships)
http://www.jumpstart-scholarship.net/ - Applicants must be 10th-12th grade high school students, college students, or adult students. They must be legal residents of the U.S. Amount of award: Up to $1,500. Number of awards: 3 Deadline: April 15, October 15
http://www.student.ed.gov Academic competitiveness grant. Awarded to students who have completed a rigorous secondary school program of study. Applicants must be full-time students who 1) Have received the Pell Grant, 2) Are enrolled in a two-year or four-year program of study. The grants are available for the first and second year (1st year-Up to $750/2nd year-Up to $1,300). Must complete the FAFSA
http://www.acjalae.org/ ACJA/Lamda Alpha Epsilon Scholarship for Criminal Justice students. Applicant must be undergraduate or graduate student studying Criminal Justice. Must be ACJA/LAE member but may submit a membership form at time of application for scholarship. Must have completed at least 2 semesters or three-fourths of their education while earning a 3.0 GPA. Amount: $100-$400 Number of awards: 9
Deadline: Dec. 31
http://www.womenetics.com Awarding scholarships to outstanding college essayists. Must be U.S. citizen or legal resident. Must be an undergrad student at an accredited post-secondary institution. Must write a 2,500 word essay on a sponsor determined topic. Amount of scholarship: Up to $5,000 Number of awards: 10 Application instructions online
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
Minority high school students are encouraged to submit their applications to the Jackie Robinson Foundation. In addition to a financial grant, the foundation also provides its scholars with mentoring, internships and leadership development.
To be eligible for a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship, an applicant must be a graduating, minority high school senior; Plan to attend an accredited and approved four-year institution within the United States; Show leadership potential; Demonstrate a dedication to community service; Present evidence of financial need; Be a United States citizen.
Applicants must also have a minimum SAT score of 1,000 combined on the math and critical reading sections or a composite ACT score of 22; and not possess a degree from a 2 or 4-year College when applying for the scholarship.
Deadline:
Usually in March Award Amount: $7,500
http://www.jackierobinson.org/
The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes
Ages 8-18
Each year, the Barron Prize honors twenty-five outstanding young leaders ages 8 to 18 who have made a significant positive difference to people and our environment. The top ten winners each receive a $5,000 cash award to support their service work or higher education. The primary goal of the Prize is to shine the spotlight on these amazing young people so that their stories will inspire others.
Winners of the Barron Prize receive:
$5,000 to be applied to their higher education or to their service project; a recognition plaque; a certificate of recognition; a signed copy of The Hero's Trail, by Barron Prize founder T.A. Barron; copy of Dream Big, our documentary film featuring several Barron Prize winners; a heroes study guide, curriculum, and bibliography; the opportunity to be paired with an adult mentor who is passionate about and working in the winner's area of interest; the opportunity to connect with other Barron Prize winners through the Young Heroes Listserv; numerous media opportunities – print, television, and radio.
Military Scholarships for Children of those who served
Fisher House Scholarships for Military Children
Open to sons/daughters of active duty OR retired military commissary customers. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Award will be in the amount of $2,000. www.militaryscholar.org
Wells Fargo CollegeSTEPS Sweepstakes (drawing)
HS and college students may win $1000. Go to www.wellsfargo.com/collegesteps
http://www.alabamamentor.com/FinAid
http://www.ache.state.al.us/StudentAsst
WMU Foundation Scholarships
The WMU Foundation offers over 20 different scholarship programs for Baptist students around the world. Candidates must have parents affiliated with a Southern Baptist entity. The students must also be active in their faith community. There are scholarships available for both undergraduate and graduate studies. Most of the awards focus on missionary work and some are location specific. The WMU Foundation website lists the requirements and deadlines for each of the 20 scholarships.
Contact
WMU Foundation Scholarships
Scholarship/Grant Application
WMU Foundation
100 Missionary Ridge
Birmingham, AL 35242
(877) 482-4483
llucas@wmu.org
http://www.wmufoundation.com/index.php?q=content/scholarships-and-grants-0
Athletic Scholarships
http://www.playcollegesports.com (A group which helps high school athletes be proactive in prompting colleges to recruit them for athletic scholarships) http://www.varsityedge.com (Information about the recruiting process and resources on how to make a recruiting video) NCSA sports recruiting website (enter to win a $2,500)
Alabama State University Anniston/Calhoun County Alumni Chapter Scholarship Opportunity is Here, is the motto of Alabama State University. Established in 1867, Alabama State University is a historically black university located in Montgomery Alabama. The Alabama State University Anniston/Calhoun County Alumni Scholarship Fund will provide support for African American graduating seniors from Calhoun County who wish to attend Alabama State University. Read the Guidelines and apply here: http://www.yourcommunityfirst.org/scholarship-central/foundation/
Harry M and Edel Y. Ayers Scholarship is available to students who are related to retired or current employees (parent or grandparent) of Consolidated Publishing Company. The Hot Blast and The Star were the survivors of some 30 to 40 newspapers that sprang up in Anniston during the late 1800’s. One writer of former days described the local journalistic struggle as a "fertile field of failures." The merging of The Hot Blast and The Star under the corporate title of Consolidated Publishing Company, Inc. (the “Company”) in 1912 marked the beginning point of a successful newspaper. In appreciation of the service of past employees and the contributions of current employees, the Company has established the Harry M. and Edel Y. Ayers Scholarship Fund. The Fund is named in honor of the Company’s founders. The one-time, $1,000.00 scholarship will provide funding for a part-time or full-time student. Read the Guidelines and apply here: http://www.yourcommunityfirst.org/scholarship-central/foundation/
Farley Moody Galbraith Scholarship is available to graduating seniors from any accredited public or private high school, including home school, in the Community Foundation Service area (currently Calhoun, Cherokee, Clay, Cleburne, DeKalb, Etowah, St. Clair, Randolph, and Talladega counties) are eligible to apply for the scholarship without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin or disability. Priority will be given to seniors with: (1) a minimum grade point average of no less than 3.0; (2) demonstrated financial need; and, (3) good character in both school and society attested by the letters of recommendation. Read the Guidelines and apply here: http://www.yourcommunityfirst.org/scholarship-central/foundation/
Cleve Holloway Memorial Scholarship is for graduating seniors of Anniston High School. The are eligible to apply for the scholarship without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, or disability. Priority will be given to seniors with documented economic need, strong moral character, and promising academic ability. Read the Guidelines and apply here: http://www.yourcommunityfirst.org/scholarship-central/foundation/
Dr. Clarence W. and Mrs. Juanita Harris Jairrels Scholarship is a gift to the graduating seniors of Seventeenth Street Missionary Baptist Church. In that Clarence and Juanita have been members of Seventeenth Street Missionary Baptist Church for more than fifty years, the fund has been created to foster educational opportunities for graduates of the church. The fund is designated to high school graduates who are members of Seventeenth Street Missionary Baptist Church. The Foundation will ensure that there is a meaningful pool of applicants each award cycle. If there is not an eligible pool of applicants from Seventeenth Street Missionary Baptist Church, those applications will be added to applicants from Anniston High School. The pool may also include all active church members who are enrolled in a postsecondary institution when the award is available. Read the Guidelines and apply here: http://www.yourcommunityfirst.org/scholarship-central/foundation/
Harland Jones Scholarship is available to graduating seniors from any public or private high school, including home school, within the Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama service region (currently Calhoun, Cherokee, Clay, Cleburne, DeKalb, Etowah, St. Clair, Randolph, and Talladega counties), are eligible to apply for the scholarship without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin or disability. Priority will be given to seniors with strong moral character, discernable academic ability, recognized school and community service, and documented financial need. Read the Guidelines and apply here: http://www.yourcommunityfirst.org/scholarship-central/foundation/
It's Possible Scholarship is available to Individuals who have a diploma from any accredited public or private high school or who have earned the General Education Development (GED) certificate, who have experienced at least a two year interruption in higher learning, and have been residents of Calhoun County for at least two years are eligible to apply for the scholarship without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, or disability. Read the Guidelines and apply here: http://www.yourcommunityfirst.org/scholarship-central/foundation/
Jean L. Phillips Auburn Scholarship is available to graduates of any accredited public or private high school within Calhoun County, attending Auburn University are eligible to apply for the scholarship without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, or disability. In addition, the following priorities, in the enumerated order, shall be used to evaluate candidates: Applicants must: (1) be ranked within the top 25% of their high school graduating class; (2) exhibit proven academic ability; (3) reflect strong moral character; (4) be recognized for school and community service; and, (5) show financial need. Read the Guidelines and apply here: http://www.yourcommunityfirst.org/scholarship-central/foundation/
The Joseph and Amelia Saks Scholarship is a gift to the students of Saks High School from Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Joseph “Hank” Saks in memory of his parents, Joseph and Amelia. In the early 1900’s, Mr. Joseph Saks contributed the land and the structure for the original Saks High School. As a continuation of this legacy, Hank and Bette created this fund to foster educational opportunities for students of Saks High School and to aid in their completion of higher education. Read the Guidelines and apply here: http://www.yourcommunityfirst.org/scholarship-central/foundation/
Leslie and Mary Ella Scales Scholarship is designated to the valedictorian at Anniston High School. The recipient may: (1) be a full-time or part-time enrolled student; (2) attend any accredited institution of higher learning in the United States; and, (3) pursue any field of academic study or technical training. Dr. and Mrs. James S. Daniel established this scholarship fund in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Scales, Dr. Daniel's grandparents. In addition, they wish to recognize the value of higher education and of their support for graduates of Anniston High School. Read the Guidelines and apply here: http://www.yourcommunityfirst.org/scholarship-central/foundation/
H.T. and Terrell Stanford Scholarship is available to graduating senior of Oxford High School located in Oxford, Alabama are eligible to apply for the scholarship without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, or disability. In addition, the following priorities, in the enumerated order, shall be used to evaluate applications: (1) exhibit proven academic ability by maintaining a 2.5 overall grade point average; (2) reflect strong moral character as attested by recommendations; (3) be recognized for school and community service; and, (4) show financial need. Read the Guidelines and apply here: http://www.yourcommunityfirst.org/scholarship-central/foundation