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Scholarship OpportunitiesScholarship opportunities are available
for all high school students. They are listed by due date. New ones
are
highlighted in blue. Submit a
request for a transcript from Ms. Smith at least three days
prior to the due date.
January
C-Span's Student Cam 2017-150 student and 53 teacher prizes,
totaling $100,000 in cash. Students in grades 9-12 are eligible
and may work individually or in groups of up to three. Must
produce a five-seven minute video documentary using C-SPAN
programming focusing on the topic “'YOUR MESSAGE TO WASHINGTON'
What is the most urgent issue for the new president
and Congress to address in 2017?" For more information and entry
forms go to http://www.studentcam.org/. Due Date:
1/20/2017, midnight PST
Governor Rick Scott's and First Lady Ann Scott's Black History
Month Essay Contest-Florida College Plan scholarship. Ninth
through twelfth grade students who are Florida residents and
have a Social Security Number are eligible. Must write essay of
no more than 500 words about “A recognition of the
African-American role in shaping Florida today.” Essay written in a
way
that demonstrates deep understanding of the topic and historical
context. Cite sources
(https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/section/2/). Also, must
provide entry/waiver form and letter of recommendation, and
200-250 word personal essay of why believe deserve scholarship,
what future plans are, and what have done lately, during
last six months, to give back to the community. For more
information and entry forms go to
http://www.floridablackhistory.com/essay.cfm. Due Date:
1/20/2017, 5:00 p.m. EST
Holocaust Reflection Contest-High school-1st Place in each of
three categories-$1,000 and $500 to each winner's teacher
and $500 to each winner's school; 2nd Place in each of three
categories-$250. Middle and high school students in Florida are
eligible. Must watch or read holocaust survivors' testimonials;
select one testimonial or other historical reference; and upon
reflection write a poem or essay, create a short film, or visual
art piece; and submit online application. May enter all three
categories. For more information go to
http://www.nova.edu/holocaustcontest/index.html. Due Date:
Application period
12/01/2016-1/22/2017
JCI Senators of Florida Foundation C. Richard Harrow Memorial
Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors who are Florida residents and
graduating from a Florida high school are eligible. Must
complete application, write personal statement of 100-500
words;
and provide up to 5 references, resume, FAFSA, and a transcript.
For more information and applications go to
http://www.fljcifoundation.org/fla-jci-senators-scholarship.html.
Due Date: Postmarked by 1/27/2017, midnight
Unigo I Have a Dream Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and
older at time of application who are legal U. S. residents
and will enroll no later than fall of 2023 in accredited
institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online
response
in 250 words or less to "We want to know... what do you dream
about? Whether it's some bizarre dream you had last week,
or your hopes for the future, share your dreams with us for a
chance to win $1,500 for college." For more information go to
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/i-have-a-dream-scholarship.
Due Date: 1/31/2017
Association for Women in Mathematics Essay Contest-Ninth through
twelfth grade students are eligible. Must write an
essay of 500-1,000 words based primarily on an interview with a
woman currently working in a mathematical career and a
personal biographical sketch of 100 words. For more information
and contest forms go to
https://sites.google.com/site/awmmath/programs/essay-contest/contest-rules.
Due Date: 1/31/2017 (Submission form
available 12/01/2016.)
February
Arts for Life-Twenty-five $1,000 scholarships; Matching in-kind
scholarships of $1,000 minimum if attending one of Florida
institutions of higher learning. Seniors who demonstrate
academic and artistic excellence in creative writing, dance,
drama,
music, or visual arts are eligible. Must complete application,
write essay, and submit portfolio of work. For more information
and applications go to
http://artsforlifeaward.org/wordpress/apply/. Due Date: 2/01/2017,
11:59 p.m. PT
1/20/2017
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VMI (Virginia Military Institute) The Institute Scholarship
Program-Awards from $5,000 per year up to and including full
tuition and fees, renewable. Seniors with a 3.7 GPA and ACT of
31 or SAT of 1350 are eligible. Must complete application for
admission and scholarship application, write two short essays,
provide resume and official transcript, and interview. For
more information and applications go to
http://www.vmi.edu/academics/scholarships/. Due Date: 2/01/2017
Frank Kazmierczak Memorial Migrant Scholarship-$1,000. Migrant
farmworker students or children of migrant
farmworkers who wish to pursue a career in teaching are
eligible. Must complete application, write essay of 300-500
words,
and provide official transcript, two recommendation letters, and
Migrant Education Certificate of Eligibility (COE). For more
information and applications go to
http://migrant.net/migrant/scholarships/kazmierczak.htm?mc_cid=fd887aa9e8&mc_eid=3316c4113d.
Due Date:
2/01/2017
Al Neuharth Free Spirit Scholarship--$1,000 scholarship and
all-expenses-paid conference June 17-22, 2017 in Washington,
D. C. Juniors who demonstrate qualities of a "free spirit" and
are interested in pursuing a career in journalism are eligible.
Must complete application; provide official transcript, two
letters of recommendation, color headshot photo, and three
journalistic samples; write two 500 (maximum) word essays; and
participate in an all-expenses-paid journalism conference at
the Newseum. For more information and applications go to
http://www.newseuminstitute.org/initiatives/al-neuharth-free-
spirit-and-journalism-conference/about/. Due Date: 2/01/2017
Elks National Foundation Legacy Award-Up to 250 $4,000
scholarships. Seniors who are children or grandchildren of
dues-
paying Elks members are eligible. (Became members on or before
4/01/2013 and paid dues through 3/31/2016.) Based on
Elks' core values of knowledge, charity, community, and
integrity. Must complete application online and provide
transcript
and ACT/SAT test scores. For more information and applications
go tohttp://www.floridaelks.org/legacy-award-scholarships.
Due Date: Application period 9/01/2016-2/03/2017, 12:00 p.m.
(Noon) CST
SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design) Challenge-Senior
Challenge-Three winners from each challenge-1st Place-
$7,000, renewable; 2nd Place-$5,000, renewable; 3rd
Place-$2,500, renewable. Junior Challenge-Three winners from
each
challenge-1st Place-$1,200; 2nd Place-$750; 3rd Place-$350.
Seniors and juniors are eligible to compete for scholarships.
Seniors must complete an application for admission and submit
work in the SCAD Senior Challenge categories in SlideRoom.
Juniors must complete application to attend SCAD Rising Star and
submit work in the SCAD Junior Challenge categories in
SlideRoom. For more information go to
http://www.scad.edu/admission/financial-aid-and-scholarships/scholarships/scad-
challenge. Due Date: Online Application by 12/15/2016, 5:00 p.m.
ET; Artwork by 2/03/2017, 5:00 p.m. ET
(American Association of Blacks in Energy) AABE National
Scholarship-Gulf Coast Chapter-Up to six $1,500 scholarships;
Southeast Regional Award-$3,000; Rufus D. Gladney Premier
Award-$5,000, renewable. To be eligible must be seniors with a
3.0/4.0 GPA who are planning to major in business, one of
physical sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics in
preparation for career in energy sector, and a member of
class/group of individuals historically underrepresented in
STEM
disciplines. Must complete application, write essay, and provide
official transcript, official proof of ACT/SAT scores, two
letters of reference, completed checklist, and photo. For more
information and applications go to
https://www.aabe.org/index.php?component=pages&id=4. Due
Date: Postmarked by 2/03/2017
Southeastern Regional Relocation Council (SRRC)
Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors with at least 2.5/4.0 GPA who have
relocated
more than 50 miles into the area sometime between grades 9 and
12 are eligible. Based on academic performance, extra-
curricular activities, and essay response. Must complete
application, write 1,000-1,500 word essay, and provide ACT/SAT
scores and list of extra-curricular activities and work
experience. For more information and applications see Ms. Smith.
Due
Date: 2/03/2017
We the Students Essay Contest--$5,000 cash and scholarship to
Constitutional Academy; Six runners-up-$1,250 each; Eight
Honorable Mentions $500 each. (Other random drawings.) Students
who are U. S. citizens or legal residents in grades eight
through twelve between the ages of 14 and 19 are eligible. Must
register and write essay of 500-800 words. For more
information go to
https://www.billofrightsinstitute.org/engage/students-programs-events/scholarship/.
Due Date:
2/05/2017
1/20/2017
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Corvias Foundation Scholarships-Up to $50,000. Seniors with a
3.0 GPA who are planning to attend an accredited four-year
institution and whose parent is an active-duty service member
stationed at specific installations, including Eglin AFB and
Hurlburt Field, are eligible. Must create account and complete
application. For more information and applications go to
http://corviasfoundation.org/. Due Date: 2/09/2017, 11:59 p.m.
PST
Courageous Persuaders Video Competition-National-Underage
Drinking-Three $2,000 and one $1,000; National-Texting-
One $2,000. High school students can either enter individually
or in teams. Must create and enter 30-second commercial to
warn middle school students about dangers of underage drinking
or dangers of texting and driving; and provide entry form,
consent form, and works cited page. For more information and
forms go to http://courageouspersuaders.com/. Due Date:
Postmarked or submitted online by 2/09/2017
Suzanne Gooder/WOTM Scholarship Program Scholarship-$2,500.
FWBHS seniors with a 2.5 GPA who are planning to
attend full-time at an accredited Community College,
College/University or Technical School are eligible. Must
complete
application, write 500-600 word essay, and provide two letters
of recommendation, photograph, and Student Data, and
Recommendation Form. May be interviewed. For more information
and applications see Ms. Smith. Due Date: To Guidance
by 2/10/2017, 2:00 p.m.
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution-Multiple
Scholarships--(Includes the Richard and Elizabeth Dean
Scholarship-Two $5,000 scholarships, renewable). Seniors who are
U. S. citizens and plan to attend an accredited college or
university in the U. S. are eligible. Must complete application;
write essay on career objectives in 1,000 words or less; and
provide official transcript, two-four letters of recommendation,
list of extracurricular activities, photocopy of U. S.
citizenship, financial need form (if required). A separate
application must be submitted for each scholarship. Besides The
Richard and Elizabeth Dean Scholarship, there are others
available for students planning to study American history,
history,
horticulture, nursing, music, and occupational or physical
therapy. For more information and applications go to
http://www.dar.org/national-society/scholarships/general-info or
www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date:
Emailed by 2/10/2017
Okaloosa County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority,
Incorporated Scholarship & Awards Program-Multiple
$1,000 scholarships. Seniors with at least a 2.5 GPA who plan to
attend a post-secondary school in the 2017-2018 academic
school year are eligible. Must complete application, write 500
word essay (have someone proofread), and provide official
transcript, sealed letter of recommendation, and a wallet-sized
photo. Based on academics, leadership, essay responses and
volunteer/work experiences. For more information and
applications go to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship or
to
www.dstokaloosacounty.org. Due Date: Postmarked by 2/10/2017
2017 AgVocator Scholarship Program-Two $1,500 scholarships for
Escambia, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, and Walton students.
Seniors planning to attend college who are in good academic
standing are eligible. Preference will be given to those
seeking
career in agriculture, agribusiness, forestry, horticulture,
veterinary medicine, or similar fields. Must complete
application,
write essay, and provide official transcript, letter of
recommendation, and resume. For more information and applications
go
to www.farmcredit-fl.com or see Ms. Smith. Due Date:
2/13/2017
Fifteenth Annual National Co-op Scholarship Program-Seniors who
have a 3.5/4.0 GPA and plan to attend one of the WACE
Partner Institutions (Clarkson University, Drexel University,
Johnson & Wales University, Merrimack College, Rochester
Institute of Technology, State University of New York Oswego,
University of Cincinnati, University of Massachusetts Lowell,
the University of Toledo, and Wentworth Institute of
Technology). Must be accepted to WACE Partner Institution,
complete
application, and write 200 word essay. For more information and
applications go to http://www.waceinc.org/scholarship/.
Due Date: Most postmarked by 2/15/2017 (Check Scholarship
Partners page for deadline exceptions.) Early applications
highly encouraged.
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarships-Typically sixty
scholarships up to $28,000/four years. Minority seniors who are
U.
S. citizens planning to attend four-year college/university who
show leadership potential and demonstrate financial need
and dedication to community are eligible. Must create account,
complete application and FAFSA, write essays, and provide
letter of recommendation, ACT/SAT scores (at least ACT 21, SAT
1,000 on Math and Critical Reading), photo, and transcript, if
interview. For more information and applications go to
http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/?gclid=CPPu6a7or88CFdgDgQodlDAJiQ.
Due Date: 2/15/2017
1/20/2017
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CHELCO College Scholarship-Three $1,000 scholarships. Seniors
with a 3.0 GPA who live in a residence served by CHELCO or
are either a member of CHELCO or the spouse/dependent child of a
CHELCO member are eligible. Must complete
application, write a 300-500 word essay, and provide official
transcript, three letters of recommendation, FAFSA or most
recent income tax return, ACT/SAT test scores, and signature of
Guidance Counselor. Finalists are interviewed. For more
information and applications go to
http://www.chelco.com/content/scholarships. Due Date: 2/15/2017
Stossel in the Classroom 2016-2017 Essay Contest-First
Prize-$1,500, plus all-expenses-paid trip to New York City;
Second
Prize-$1,000, plus all-expenses-paid trip to NYC; Third-Fifth
Prizes-$500 each; Twenty Finalists-$200 each; Fifty
Semi-finalists-
$100; Fifty Honorable Mentions-$50 each. Students ages 12-18 are
eligible. Must write essay of 500-1,000 words on topic
"Technological innovation has changed our lives, mostly for the
better. But some innovation raises safety questions. Some
threatens existing businesses. What should America do about
that?" Teachers/parents/legal guardians must register on site
and submit essays. (If 18, may submit own essay.) For more
information go to
http://stosselintheclassroom.org/essay_contest/. Due Date:
2/17/2017, 11:59 p.m. ET
Military Commanders' Scholarship Fund-Three awards of $5,000
given per branch of service. Seniors with a 3.5/4.0 GPA
who are dependent children of active duty, reserve, National
Guard or retired members of the United States military who
hold valid Exchange & Commissary shopping privileges at the
time of application are eligible. Must complete application and
provide transcript and copy of parent's Military ID or other
proof of service. Mail to Scholarship Management Services. For
more information and applications go to
http://sms.scholarsapply.org/militarycommanders/guidelines.html.
Due Date:
Postmarked by 2/17/2017 (Website closes when 100 applications
received.)
Florida Engineering Society High School Graduate Scholarship-Six
$2,500 scholarships. Seniors with a 3.5/4.0 GPA who are
U. S. citizens or permanent residents and are planning to enroll
in an EAC-ABET accredited engineering program are eligible.
Must complete application and provide Certification Sheet,
official transcripts and IB, AICE, and AP test scores.
Application
materials must be submitted to Monica Autrey at Destin Water
Users on a flash/jump drive. For more information and
applications go to https://www.fleng.org/scholarships.cfm. Due
Date: 2/17/2017 to Monica M. Autrey, PE at Destin Water
Users, Inc.
Scholarships for Military Children-Minimum of one $2,000
scholarship at every commissary where qualified applications
received. Seniors with a 3.0/4.0 GPA who are sons/daughters of
active duty, reserve/guard, or retired military commissary
customers and plan to enroll full-time in a four-year
undergraduate college/university are eligible. Applicant and
sponsor
must be enrolled in the DEERS database and have current ID
cards. Must complete application, write essay, and provide
transcript. For more information and applications go to
http://www.militaryscholar.org/. Due Date: Application
delivered
to local commissary by close of business 2/17/2017
The Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship-One $10,000 and two
$5,000 scholarships. Seniors who have shown
compassion, courage, and a strong commitment to promoting a
peaceful world though a vegetarian lifestyle are eligible.
Must complete application, write essay, and submit transcripts
or report cards from last two years, three or more
recommendation letters, and any documentation related to
promotion of vegetarianism. For more information and
applications go to http://www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm. Due
Date: 2/20/2017
27th Annual High School Poster Contest-First Place-$1,000;
Second Place-$500; Third Place-$250; Up to five Honorable
Mentions-$100 each. High school students are eligible. Must
complete entry form and create 16x20 poster interpreting the
theme "One Person Can Make a Difference." For more information
go to http://www.christophers.org/page.aspx?pid=274.
Due Date: Postmarked by 2/27/2017
Stossel in the Classroom 2016-2017 Video Contest-First Place
high School Division-$1,500, plus all-expenses-paid trip to New
York City; Second Place High School Division-$750; Ten Finalists
altogether in High School and College Divisions-$200 each.
Students ages 14-23 are eligible. Must create 1-3 minute video
on topic "Technological innovation has changed our lives,
mostly for the better. But some innovation raises safety
questions. Some threatens existing businesses. What should
America
do about that?" Teachers/parents/legal guardians must register
on site and upload video to YouTube, with the YouTube URL
provided as part of contest entry. (If 18, may submit own
video.) For more information go to
http://stosselintheclassroom.org/essay_contest/. Due Date:
2/27/2017, 11:59 p.m. ET
1/20/2017
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Unigo Sweet and Simple Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and
older at time of application who are legal U. S. residents
and will enroll no later than fall of 2023 in accredited
institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online
response
in 250 words or less to "Not every gift has to be expensive or
extravagant. In fact, sometimes it's the sweet and simple
things
that make a real difference in our lives. Think back and tell us
about something you received as a gift and why it meant so
much to you." For more information go to
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/sweet-and-simple-
scholarship. Due Date: 2/28/2017
2017 Jeffrey Scott Davey Scholarship-$1,000 scholarship. Seniors
who are planning to attend a two- or four-year college are
eligible. Must choose scholarship category, complete
application, write 500 word essay, and provide official
transcript,
SAT/ACT test score verification, and sealed recommendation
letter. The Art Submission to the JSD Aviation Art Contest will
be evaluated as additional points for the criterion/special
talent, but is not required. For more information and
applications
go to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date:
2/28/2017
Sueno Yoshida Foundation 2017 Scholarship-$1,000 scholarship.
Seniors who have demonstrated academic excellence in
the fields of Art, Music, Language Arts, Mathematics, Social
Sciences, Science, etc. are eligible. Must choose scholarship
category, complete application, write 500 word essay, and
provide official transcript, SAT/ACT test score verification,
and
sealed recommendation letter. For more information and
applications go to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship.
Due Date: 2/28/2017
2017 Jeffrey Scott Davey Aviation Art Contest-Two $1,000
scholarships for seniors; all entrants receive prizes/gifts.
Students
in grades 1-12 in U. S. schools are eligible. Must complete
entry form and submit original artwork using the theme “The
Adventure of Flying Aircraft.” Seniors also need to complete the
Sueno Yoshida Foundation Scholarship application, write
500 word essay, and provide required documents. For more
information, entry forms, and scholarship application go to
www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. (Revised) Due Date:
Postmarked by 2/28/2017
Savannah College of Art and Design Distinguished Scholars
Award-$20,000 per year. Eligible seniors have: a 3.75/4.0 GPA;
1410 SAT/ 30 ACT; outstanding visual arts, performing arts,
writing or riding capabilities; honors and awards from
competitions or other recognitions; and leadership skills. Must
complete all admission requirements, including transcript and
portfolio submissions, and be nominated. For more information
contact SCAD admission at [email protected]. To apply
go to www.scad.edu/apply. Nomination information emailed to
[email protected]. Due Date: 2/28/2016
Okaloosa County Education Association Scholarship-$1,000.
Seniors who are dependents of an OCEA member are eligible.
Based on scholastic achievement, personal character, aptitude,
leadership, and financial need. Must complete application,
write essay of 500 words or less, and provide three letters of
recommendation, an official transcript, both parents' last
income tax return, and Student Data Information form. For more
information and applications go to
http://myocea.org/downloads/. Due Date: Student Data form to
Guidance by 2/22/2017 and application by 2/28/2017
March
Southern Scholarship Foundation-Reduction in student expenses of
approximately $12,100 per year; renewable. Seniors
who plan to attend UF, FSU, FAMU, FGCU, TCC, or SFC are
eligible. Must have a 3.0 GPA and demonstrate outstanding
character, high motivation, and financial need. Scholarship
recipients live cooperatively and are responsible for fair share
of
basic household expenses (about $950 a semester). Must complete
application online, write essay, and provide acceptance
letter from university/college, transcript, photograph, letters
of recommendation, honors and activities list, and financial
information. Will be contacted for interview and tour. For more
information and applications go to
http://www.southernscholarship.org/. Due Date: Priority deadline
3/01/2017
The American Legion Department of Florida General
Scholarship-1st-$2,500; 2nd-$2,000; 3rd-$1,000; 4th-7th-$500. To
be
eligible must be seniors who are: attending a Florida high
school and whose parents are Florida residents; and direct
descendants or legally adopted children of a member in good
standing of the American Legion or a deceased U. S. veteran
who would have been eligible for membership in the American
Legion. Must complete application and provide photocopy of
Veteran's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty
or other government document showing time served on active
military duty during eligibility period(s). For more information
and applications go to http://www.floridalegion.org/programs-
services/scholarships/. Due Date: 3/01/2017
1/20/2017
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The American Legion Eagle Scout-National-First-$10,000; Three
runners-up-$2,500 each. State-1st Place- $2,500; 2nd Place-
$1,500; 3rd Place- $1,000; 4th Place- $500. High school students
at least 15 years old at time of selection are eligible if:
earned Eagle Award and religious emblem; in troop chartered to
an American Legion Post American Legion Auxiliary unit, or
Sons of The American Legion squadron; or member of a chartered
Boy Scout Troop, Varsity Scout Team, or Venturing Crew,
and the son or grandson of a Legionnaire or Auxiliary member.
Must complete application and provide transcript, photo in
uniform, up to six recommendation letters, and the required
additional pages. For more information and applications go to
http://www.legion.org/scholarships or
http://www.floridalegion.org/programs-services/scholarships/. Due
Date: To
Department Headquarters by 3/01/2017
Emerald Coast Public Relations Foundation Scholarship--$1,000.
Seniors with a 3.5 GPA who are U. S. citizens and reside in
Okaloosa, Walton, or Santa Rosa Counties and are planning to
major in public relations, communication, marketing or
journalism are eligible. Must complete application, write
200-300 word essay and provide two recommendation letters and a
one-page summary of community, service, school and leadership
activities. For more information and applications go to
http://ecpro.org/student-competition. Due Date: 3/01/2017
Troy University Academic, Alumni, Leadership, and Auxiliary
Scholarships-Amounts vary. Seniors applying for admission to
Troy who meet qualifications are eligible. For more information
go to http://www.troy.edu/scholarships/index.html. Due
Date: 3/01/2017
Florida Southern Merit-Based Scholarships-Seniors applying for
admission to Florida Southern are automatically considered
for merit-based scholarships. For more information go to
http://www.flsouthern.edu/undergraduate/financial-aid.aspx.
Due Date: Early Decision 11/01/2016; Regular Decision
3/01/2017
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Scout of the Year-National-1st
Place-$5,000; 2nd Place-$3,000; 3rd Place-$1,000. High
school scouts at least 15 years of age who are registered,
active members of a Boy or Girl Scout Troop, Venturing Crew, or
Sea Scout Ship who have received the Eagle Scout Award, Girl
Scout Award, Venture Summit Award or Sea Scout
Quartermaster Award and who have demonstrated practical
citizenship in school, scouting and the community are eligible.
Must complete entry form and provide photograph, resume of high
school activities, scouting record, community service
record, and letters of recommendation to a local VFW Post. For
more information and applications go to
https://www.vfw.org/Scout/. Due Date: To local VFW Post by
3/01/2017
Life Lessons Scholarship Program-Students ages 17-24 who have
experienced death of a parent or guardian and are
planning to enroll in institution of higher learning are
eligible. Must complete application and write essay of no more
than
500 words or create video of no more than three minutes
describing financial and emotional challenges as result of
death,
particularly including lack of adequate life insurance. For more
information and applications go to
http://www.lifehappens.org/life-lessons-scholarship-program/life-lessons-scholarship-program-rules/.
Due Date:
Application period 2/01/2017, 9:01 a.m. ET-3/01/2017, 4:00 p.m.
ET
International Test and Evaluation Association (ITEA) Emerald
Coast Chapter Scholarship-$500 (minimum) scholarships.
Seniors who are U. S. citizens and residents of Okaloosa,
Walton, or Santa Rosa Counties and interested in scientific and
engineering fields related to test and evaluation are eligible.
Must complete application and write two essays of no more
than 2000 characters, and one essay of no more than 1,000
characters. Selection based on academic achievement,
leadership; extracurricular and community activities;
demonstration of basic knowledge of test and evaluation; and
overall
communication skills. For more information and applications go
to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship or
http://www.itea.org/index.php/emerald-coast-chapter-home-page
(select Scholarships tab). Due Date: 3/01/2017
1/20/2017
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Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation--$1,500-$10,000 per academic
year. To be eligible must be a child of: Active Duty or
Reserve U. S. Marine; Active Duty or Reserve U. S. Navy Corpsman
who is serving, or has served with a U. S. Marine unit;
Veteran U. S. Navy Corpsman who has served with a U. S. Marine
unit and has received an honorable discharge or was killed
while serving in the U. S. Navy; or Veteran U. S. Marine who has
received an honorable discharge or was killed while serving
in the U. S. Marine Corps. Also, must have a 2.0 GPA and a
maximum family adjusted gross income (2016) not exceeding
$96,000. Must register for an account, complete application, and
provide official transcript, 2016 Federal Income Tax Return
(first two pages), qualifying military documents, and a photo.
For more information, registration, and applications go to
https://www.mcsf.org/apply/. Due Date: 3/01/2017, 11:59 p.m. CT
(The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
administers Heroes Tribute Scholarships and programs of other
Marine Corps associations that offer scholarships to the
grandchildren of their members.)
Frame My Future 2017 Scholarship Contest-Grand Prize
Winner-$1,000 scholarship and college receives $1,000 donation;
Four $1,000 scholarships. Seniors who are legal residents and
plan to enroll as a full-time student in U. S.
college/university
in 2017-2018 academic year are eligible. Must complete entry
form, submit entry piece conveying theme "This Is How I
Frame My Future," and write description of piece (500 characters
or less). Public votes on top 24 finalists. For more
information and entry forms go to
https://www.diplomaframe.com/contests/frame-my-future-scholarship-contest-
2017.aspx. Due Date: 3/01/2017, 11:59 p.m. ET
Blacks at Microsoft Scholarships-Two $5,000 scholarships,
renewable for three more years. To be eligible must be seniors
of
African descent with a 3.3 GPA who demonstrate leadership and
passion for technology; require financial assistance; and are
planning to attend a four-year college/university in fall to
pursue a degree in engineering, computer science, computer
information systems, or select business programs. Must complete
application, write two short essays, and provide two
letters of recommendation, resume, photograph, and transcript.
For more information and applications go to
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/diversity/programs/blacks-scholarships.aspx.
Due Date: 3/01/2017
Create-A-Greeting Card Scholarship Contest-$10,000 scholarship,
$1,000 to winner's school. High school and college
students ages 14 or older who are legal residents are eligible.
Must register, create card and submit online original work of
art, graphics, or photograph. Award based on overall aesthetic
appeal, quality of execution, creativity and originality,
successful incorporation of design elements, appropriateness for
use as a greeting card, attractiveness, and suitability. For
more information go to
http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm.
Due Date: 3/02/2017, 11:59:59
p.m. ET
Generation Google Scholarship-$10,000. Seniors from an
underrepresented group in computer science who exhibit strong
academic achievement, leadership, and passion for computer
science and technology and are planning to pursue a computer
science or computer engineering degree (or a degree in a closely
related technical field) are eligible. Must complete
application and provide current resume, transcript, one
reference from STEM teacher, and responses to short answer
questions. If selected, attend Google's Computer Science Summer
Institute in summer of 2017. For more information and
applications go to
https://www.google.com/edu/scholarships/the-generation-google-scholarship/.
Due Date: 3/02/2017,
11:59 p.m. PT
General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program-$500-$4,000;
typically $2,000. Seniors with a 2.0 GPA who are
sons/daughters of Air Force members in qualifying category and
plan to enroll full-time as an undergraduate student are
eligible. Must register as user in Education Grant's portal;
complete application; and provide copy of military id card and
documentation. For more information and applications go to
http://www.afas.org/education-grants?gclid=CLKGw-
DBj9ACFYU2gQodoT4EDA. Due Date: 3/10/2017
Eglin Spouses' Club Scholarship-Eligible seniors have at least a
3.0/4.0 GPA and are dependents of: active duty military
stationed within 50 miles of Eglin AFB; active duty personnel,
deployed or remote, whose family/dependent resides within
50 miles of Eglin AFB; retired personnel residing within 50
miles of Eglin AFB; or MIA/POW/deceased personnel whose
family/dependent resides within 50 miles of Eglin AFB. Must
complete application, write essay of 500-600 words, and
provide official transcript, Counselor's Verification, and one
recommendation (make sure inform person making
recommendation of directions). For more information and
applications go to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship.
Due Date: Postmarked by 3/10/2017 (Teacher workday 3/10/2017;
Spring Break for students 3/10/2017-3/17-2017)
1/20/2017
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National Coalition Against Censorship Youth Free Expression Film
Contest-First Place Winner-$5,000 scholarship to New
York Film Academy; Cash Prizes of $1,000, $500, and $250 for top
three winners. High school students (under 19) are eligible.
Must create film of no more than four minutes addressing "Watch
What You #Tweet! How free should social media be?" and
write 250 word report that explains the intent in making the
film, the creative process, and technical accomplishments. (May
work individually or in groups. All participants should be
identified and their roles in the film stated.) For more
information
go to http://ncac.org/project/film-contest. Due Date:
3/15/2017
The American Foreign Service Association’s National High School
Essay Contest-Winner-$2,500 cash prize, all-expense paid
two-day trip to Washington, D.C., to meet the Secretary of State
and tour USIP, and full-tuition paid voyage with Semester at
Sea upon the student’s enrollment at an accredited university.
Runner-up-$1,250 cash prize and full scholarship to
participate in the International Diplomacy Program of the
National Student Leadership Conference, held in Washington,
D.C.,
and New York annually. Ninth through twelfth grade students who
are U. S. citizens are eligible. Must complete essay
submission form and write memo of 1000 to 1250 words addressing
being a member of the U. S. Foreign Service tasked with
providing recommendations to address the refugee/IDP crisis,
which you see facing the country in which you are now
posted. For more information and essay submission forms go to
http://www.afsa.org/essay-contest. Due Date: 3/15/2017
Destin Water Users-$1,500 for first two years and $2,000 for
last two years. Seniors who are residents in the area serviced
by Destin Water Users are eligible. Scholarship based on
academic achievement, personal character, leadership, financial
need, and to a lesser extent, interest in environmental
engineering or other related fields. Must complete application,
write
essay of 200 words or less, and provide transcript and
counselor's student data information form. Take counselor form
to
Guidance no later than 3/06/2017. For more information and
applications go to
http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: To
Guidance by 3/06/2017 and to DWU by 3/15/2017
(Teacher workday 3/10/2017; Spring Break for students
3/10/2017-3/17/2017)
Heroes' Legacy Scholarship-$5,000 scholarships. Seniors are
eligible if they are dependent unmarried children of active
duty
personnel, Reserve/Guard and retired military members, or
survivors of service members who died while on active duty and
have one parent who has died or become disabled while on active
duty since 9/11/2001; have a 3.0/4.0 GPA; plan to enroll
in a full-time undergraduate degree program; and qualify using
the DEERS database. Must complete application, write essay,
and provide transcript and FWBHS high school code (100-532). For
more information, requirements, and applications go to
http://www.militaryscholar.org/. Due Date: Postmarked by
3/17/2017
11th Annual Michele Hill Raider Run Scholarship-$1,000
scholarships. Seniors with a 3.0 GPA who are U. S. citizens living
in
Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton, or Bay County in Florida
or Baldwin or Escambia County in Alabama and planning
to attend an accredited and approved four-year institution are
eligible. Must complete application, write essay, submit
endorsement from Guidance Counselor, and pre-register and attend
Michele Hill Raider Run on 4/01/2017 at 7:30 a.m. at
Navarre Youth Sports Association, in Navarre, Florida. (There is
a fee for the race.) For more information and applications go
to http://www.eteamz.com/michelehillraiderrun/. Due Date:
3/17/2017 (Teacher workday 3/10/2017; Spring Break for
students 3/10/2017-3/17/2017)
Order Sons & Daughters of Italy Joseph B. Franzalia Lodge
#2422 Scholarship-Seniors are eligible. (Do not have to be of
Italian descent.) Awards based on scholastic achievement,
participation in school and community activities, and financial
need. Must complete application and provide Scholarship
Checklist, Student Data and Recommendation Sheet, official
transcript, and copy of ACT/SAT scores. For more information and
applications go to
http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date:
3/24/2017 (Take Student Data and Recommendation Sheet
to Guidance and request transcript by 3/07/2017)
Help America See Scholarship--$1,000 scholarship and WindowEyes
software. Seniors who are considered legally blind and
have low vision or are visually impaired, requiring the use of
visual aid(s), other than the use of eyeglasses, in daily life
are
eligible. Must complete application, write essay of 500-1,500
words; and provide photo, signed photo release, two letters of
reference, letter signed by Ophthalmologist/Optometrist stating
level of blindness, Letter of Determination of Legally Blind
Status, and copy of acceptance letter. For more information and
applications go to
https://www.foundationforsightandsound.org/scholarship.php. Due
Date: 3/26/2017
1/20/2017
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Help America See Low Vision Scholarship--$1,000 scholarship and
ZoomText Screen Enhancement software. Seniors who
are considered legally blind and have low vision or are visually
impaired, requiring the use of visual aid(s), other than the
use
of eyeglasses, in daily life are eligible. Must complete
application; write essay of 500-1,500 words; and provide photo,
signed
photo release, two letters of reference, copy of complete vision
examination including a field of vision test signed by licensed
practitioner, Letter of Determination of Legally Blind Status,
and copy of acceptance letter. For more information and
applications go to
https://www.foundationforsightandsound.org/scholarship.php. Due
Date: 3/26/2017
Help America Hear Scholarship--$1,000 scholarship and two
state-of-the-art ReSound Hearing Aids. Seniors who have a
hearing loss which requires use of hearing aids in daily life
are eligible. Must complete application, write essay of
500-1,500
words; and provide photo, signed photo release, two letters of
reference, medical clearance signed by ENT, copy of Hearing
Instruments Evaluation (no more than three months old), and copy
of acceptance letter. For more information and
applications go to
https://www.foundationforsightandsound.org/scholarship.php. Due
Date: 3/26/2017
Ayn Rand Anthem Essay Contest-1st-$2,000; Five 2nd-$500; Ten
3rd-$200; 45 Finalists-$50; 175 Semifinalists-$30. Eight
through tenth graders are eligible. Must select one of three
topics and write essay of 600-1,200 words and provide cover
sheet. May mail or submit online. For more information go to
https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests#overview.
Due Date: Online or postmarked by 3/29/2017, 11:59 p.m. PST
Army Aviation Center Federal Credit Union-Ten $1,000
scholarships. Seniors who are U. S. citizens and members of
Army
Aviation Federal Credit Union are eligible. Must complete
application and provide transcript with GPA, Honors/AP classes
and ACT/SAT scores noted; two letters of recommendation; and a
copy of college acceptance letter from an accredited four-
year college. Awards based on scholastic achievement, character
and leadership, and essay responses. For more information
and applications go to
https://aacfcu.com/about-us/scholarship-program or to any AACFCU
location. Due Date: 3/30/2017
Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship-$500. Students are eligible
if have 2.5 GPA and are U. S. or Canadian citizens between
the ages of 16 and 25 as of 3/30/2017. Must like Odenza
Marketing Group on Facebook page, write two essays of less than
500 words each, and provide contact information. For more
information and applications go to
http://www.odenzascholarships.com/awards/8/eligibility_odenza_marketing_group_scholarship.php.
Due Date:
3/30/2017
Unigo Superpower Scholarship-$2,500. Students ages 13 and older
at time of application who are legal U. S. residents and
will enroll no later than fall of 2023 in accredited institution
of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online response in
250 words or less to "Which superhero or villain would you want
to change places with for a day and why?" For more
information go to
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/superpower-scholarship.
Due Date: 3/31/2017
2017 SeaWorld Orlando Environmental Scholarship Program-$5,000.
High School seniors with a 3.0 GPA who have passion
for protecting and preserving the world we share are eligible.
Must complete application and create short video (3-5
minutes). Originality, creativity, content, organization,
neatness and the general presentation of the application are
considered. For more information and applications go to
https://seaworldparks.com/en/seaworld-orlando/educational-
programs/scholarships/?m=1. Due Date: 3/31/2017
Mary Harper Shaw Scholarship-Seniors living in Okaloosa, Santa
Rosa, or Mobile County with a 2.5 GPA and plan to attend a
Historically Black College or University the next academic year
are eligible. Must complete application, write 500 word essay,
and provide transcript, letter of recommendation, and list of
school and community activities. See Ms. Smith for more
information and applications. Due Date: 3/31/2017
Better Businss Bureau Foundation Student Ethics Scholarship-Up
to nine $1,000 scholarships. Juniors and seniors who are
U. S. residents and live in the BBB/Northwest Florida's 14
county service area are eligible. Must complete entry form,
write
essay of no more than 500 words, and provide three letters of
recommendation, official transcript, and supporting
documentation in areas of leadership, community service, and
academics. For more information and entry forms go to
www.bbb.org/nwfl/torchaward or see Ms. Smith. Due Date:
Postmarked by 3/31/2017 or delivered to Pensacola office by
3/31/2017, 2:00 p.m.
1/20/2017
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Foster Care to Success Scholarship Program-Awards range from
$2,500 to $5,000 per academic year, renewable up to four
more years if student remains compliant with program. Seniors
are eligible if have been in public or private foster care for
12
consecutive months prior to and including 18th birthday; or have
been adopted or placed into legal guardianship after 16th
birthday; or have been orphaned for at least one year at the
time of their 18th birthday and not subsequently adopted; and
have been accepted into or expect to be accepted to an
accredited, Pell eligible college or other post-secondary
school.
Awards based on merit and need. Must register and complete
application. For more information, registration, and
applications go to
http://www.fc2success.org/programs/scholarships-and-grants/. Due
Date: 3/31/2017
Northwest Florida State College Foundation Scholarships-Over 300
scholarship awards. Seniors planning to attend NWFSC
are eligible. Must complete and submit admissions application,
FAFSA, and Academic Works Scholarship Application. Must
apply for each recommended scholarship individually at the end
of Academic Works application. Based on, but not limited to
major and career choices, diverse and unique background,
community service, financial need, disabilities, and academic
achievement. For more information and applications go to
http://www.nwfsc.edu/Students/PayingforCollege/FinancialAid/scholarshipopportunities.cfm.
(About 75% of scholarships will be auto-matched based on
inputted information and data from NWFSC.) Due Date:
Application period 2/1/2017-3/31/2017
April
Balfour American Samaritan Awards-Four scholarship prizes from
$250 to $1,500 awarded in each of three age-aligned
categories: 13-14, 15-16 and 17-18, as well as a category for
the contributions of school faculty and staff. Must register
and
submit a short video (four minutes or less) that explains the
humanitarian project or good deed personally created. For more
information and registration go to
http://balfouramericansamaritan.com/. Due Date: 4/01/2017
Choctaw Bay Music Club Scholarships-Fred Semasko/First Command
Educational Foundation/Choctaw Bay Music Club
Scholarship-$5000 in scholarships divided among 5 students;
Barbara Clinger/Elizabeth Madden Scholarship-$500; Senior
Awards-$100 awards presented only to graduating high school
students of Senior Club members. Seniors who are U. S.
citizens, have studied with present teacher for at least 6
months by April 1st, and are planning to major in music are
eligible.
Must complete application and submit recorded audition. For more
information and applications go to
http://www.choctawbaymusicclub.org/scholarship.html. Due Date:
4/01/2017
Choctaw Bay Music Club Summer Music Camp Scholarships-$250
financial assistance. Middle and high school students are
eligible. Must complete application and submit recorded
audition. For more information and applications go to
http://www.choctawbaymusicclub.org/scholarship.html. Due Date:
4/01/2017
American Fire Sprinkler Association High School Senior
Scholarship Contest-Ten $2,000 scholarships. Seniors who are U.
S.
citizens or legal residents are eligible. Must read contest
information and complete entry form. For more information go to
https://www.afsascholarship.org/high-school-contest/. Due Date:
Application period 9/07/2016-4/07/2017, Noon CT
Fort Walton Beach Woman's Club-Female seniors who are planning
to enroll in a Florida college/university/technical school
are eligible. Must complete application, write paragraph about
"why education is important to you," and provide two
references. For more information and applications go to
www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 4/07/2017
21st Annual Signet Classics Student Scholarship Essay
Contest-Five $1,000 scholarships. Juniors and seniors who are U.
S.
citizens are eligible. Must write essay on one of five topics
about The Tempest and have English teacher mail four copies of
essay with cover letter on school letterhead. (Essays must be at
least two and no more than three double-spaced pages,
computer or typewritten.) For more information go to
http://www.penguin.com/services-academic/essayhome/. Due Date:
Postmarked by 4/14/2017; Received on or before 4/21/2017
ChairScholars Foundation Scholarship Program-To be eligible must
be seniors who are significantly physically challenged,
have verified unmet financial need, demonstrated community
service or social contribution, and qualify for admission and
plan to attend either Edinboro University of Pennsylvania or the
University of Tampa. Must complete application. For more
information go to http://www.chairscholars.org/. Due Date:
4/15/2017
1/20/2017
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The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes- Fifteen $5,000 awards.
Students between 8 and 18 who are permanent residents
and currently working on an inspiring service project or have
worked on one in the last 12 months are eligible. Must
complete application online, write letter/essay, and provide
Lead Reference letter, two letters of recommendation, and color
photo. For more information and applications go to
http://barronprize.org/apply/. Due Date: 4/15/2017, 5:00 p.m.
MST
Johnson Scholarship Foundation-$1,000-$10,000 (renewable) for
students attending four-year colleges; $1,000-$5,000
(renewable) for students attending community or vocational
schools. Seniors who are children of UPS employees or retirees
residing in Florida planning to attend school in Florida are
eligible. Financial need is a factor. Awards based on academic
record, demonstrated leadership and participation in school and
community activities, honors, work experience, statement
of goals and aspirations, unusual circumstances, and outside
appraisal. Must complete application and provide transcript.
#2-
Seniors with a 2.0 GPA, disabilities and financial need planning
to attend one of the twelve State universities are eligible.
Must document disability, write personal statement, and provide
three letters of recommendation, official transcript, and
FAFSA. For more information and applications for both
scholarships go to http://www.jsf.bz/apply.html#apply. Due
Dates:
#1-Postmarked by 4/15/2017; #2-Received by Universities no later
than 5/01/2017
Ayn Rand Fountainhead Essay Contest-1st-$10,000; Five 2nd-$2,000
each; Ten 3rd-$1,000 each; 45 Finalists-$100 each; and
175 Semifinalists-$50 each. Eleventh through twelfth graders are
eligible. Must select one of three topics and write essay of
800-1,600 words. May mail or submit online. For more information
go to https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-
contests#overview. Due Date: 4/26/2017, 11:59 p.m. PST
Ayn Rand Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest-1st-$20,000; Three
2nd-$2,000 each; Five 3rd-$1,000 each; 25 Finalists-$100 each;
and 50 Semifinalists-$50 each. Twelfth graders, college and
graduate students for the 2016-2017 school year are eligible.
Must select one of three topics and write essay of 800-1,600
words. May mail or submit online. For more information go to
https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests#overview. Due
Date: 4/28/2017, 11:59 p.m. PST
Unigo All About Education Scholarship-$3,000. Students ages 13
and older at time of application who are legal U. S.
residents and will enroll no later than fall of 2023 in
accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit
online
response in 250 words or less to "How will a $3,000 scholarship
for education make a difference in your life?" For more
information go to
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/all-about-education-scholarship.
Due Date:
4/30/2017
The Runnerclick Sports and Academic Scholarship-Three $2,000.
Undergraduate students, graduate students, and high
school seniors are eligible. Must complete entry form, write
essay of 2,000-2,500 words, and provide valid id card, document
containing id number, or other legitimate documentation proving
attendance or acceptance at an accredited
university/college. For more information and entry forms go to
http://runnerclick.com/runnerclick-scholarship/. Due Date:
4/30/2017
May
American College Foundation Visionary Scholarship
Program-Multiple winners ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. High
school
students are eligible. Must register, complete application,
write 500 word essay, and provide transcript. For more
information and applications go to
http://www.americancollegefoundation.org/college_planning/visionary_scholarship_terms.aspx.
Due Date: 5/01/2017
Florida Association of School Resource Officers Scholarship-Four
$1,000 scholarships. Seniors who demonstrate exemplary
citizenship, academic performance, and school and community
involvement are eligible. Must complete application, write
personal statement, and provide three letters of recommendation,
transcript, SRO's signature, and if under 18, Attestation
and Disclaimer form. For more information and applications go to
http://www.fasro.net/awards.html. Due Date:
Postmarked or emailed by 5/01/2017
Ayo and Iken Children of Divorce Scholarship-Two $1,000
scholarships. Seniors who are children of divorced or
permanently
separated parents are eligible. Must complete essay contest
entry form, write a personal letter stating interests, and write
a
2000 minimum word essay describing how parents continue to work
together despite being part of a separated household
and how parents overcame obstacles and remained excellent role
models. For more information and entry forms go to
https://www.myfloridalaw.com/children-of-divorce-scholarship-ayo-iken/.
Due Date: Submit between 4/01/2017-5/01-
2017
1/20/2017
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Johnson Scholarship Foundation-$1,000-$10,000 (renewable) for
students attending four-year colleges; $1,000-$5,000
(renewable) for students attending community or vocational
schools. Seniors who are children of UPS employees or retirees
residing in Florida planning to attend school in Florida are
eligible. Financial need is a factor. Awards based on academic
record, demonstrated leadership and participation in school and
community activities, honors, work experience, statement
of goals and aspirations, unusual circumstances, and outside
appraisal. Must complete application and provide transcript.
#2-
Seniors with a 2.0 GPA, disabilities and financial need planning
to attend one of the twelve State universities are eligible.
Must document disability, write personal statement, and provide
three letters of recommendation, official transcript, and
FAFSA (by March 15, 2017). For more information and applications
for both scholarships go to
http://www.jsf.bz/apply.html#apply. Due Dates: #1-Postmarked by
4/15/2017; #2-Received by Universities no later than
5/01/2017
Florida State Society Daughters of the American Revolution
Scholarship-Renewable. Seniors who are U. S. citizens, Florida
residents, and plan to attend an accredited college or
university in the U. S. are eligible. Must complete application
and
financial need form; write letter explaining career objectives;
and provide two letters of recommendation; official transcript;
list of extra-curricular activities, honors received, scholastic
achievements, and other significant accomplishments; and copy
of birth certificate or naturalization papers. (Check number of
copies for each.) For more information and applications go to
www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: To Chapter
Regent by 5/05/2017
Jane Austen Society of North America Essay Contest-1st
Place-$1,000; 2nd Place-$500; 3rd Place $250. High school
students
are eligible. Must complete entry form, write essay of 6-8 pages
on "Imagine that you are adapting an Austen novel for stage
or film. What elements might you be tempted to change—especially
for a modern audience—that should not be tampered
with if the integrity of the work is to be preserved? These
elements could be scenes, characters, dialogue or something
else.
Explain why they are so crucial to the novel. How does what can
and cannot be changed shed light on Austen’s popularity
and influence?" and submit online. For more information go to
http://www.jasna.org/essaycontest/. Due Date: 5/21/2017,
Midnight PDT
B. Davis Scholarship--$1,000. Juniors and seniors are eligible.
Must write essay of less than 1,000 words on "Describe the
three characteristics of leadership you value most. Discuss why
you believe that these traits are so important and how you
feel that they are developed in an individual." Submit by email
at [email protected], including name and
name(s) of school attending this year and next. For more
information go to
http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm. Due Date:
5/22/2017
Unigo Fifth Month Scholarship--$1,500. Students ages 13 and
older at time of application who will enroll no later than the
fall of 2023 in an accredited post-secondary institution of
higher learning are eligible. Must register and submit online
response in 250 words or less to "May is the fifth month of the
year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is
important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high
five to you for being original." For more information and to
apply
go to
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/fifth-month-scholarship.
Due Date: 5/31/2017
SCW DREAMers Scholarship-$2,500. Senior immigrants with a 3.0
GPA who entered the U. S. before age 16 and have lived
here continuously for five years and are planning to enroll in
college in fall of 2017 are eligible. Must complete
application,
submit 1-3 minute video, and provide transcript and (suggested)
recommendation letters and resume. For more information
and applications go to
http://workinjuryaz.com/phoenix-workers-compensation-lawyers/. Due
Date: 5/31/2017
June
Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors
interested in pursuing an animation related degree at an
accredited post-secondary school and have demonstrated academic
success are eligible. Must complete application and
write 250-500 word essay. For more information and applications
go to
http://www.animationcareerreview.com/animationcareerreviewcom-aspiring-animation-professional-scholarship-program.
Due Date: 6/01/2017
Aspiring Fashion Professional Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors
interested in pursuing a fashion related degree at an
accredited
post-secondary school and have demonstrated academic success and
a passion for a fashion related career are eligible. Must
complete application and write 250-500 word essay. For more
information and applications go to http://www.fashion-
schools.org/aspiring-fashion-professional-scholarship-program.
Due Date: 6/01/2017
1/20/2017
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Odenza Vacations College Scholarship-$500. Students with at
least a 2.5 GPA who are residents of the U. S. and between the
ages of 17 and 24 on September 1, 2017 are eligible. Must submit
essay and provide personal and school contact
information. For more information and applications go to
http://www.odenzavacationsscholarships.com/vacations/208/eligibility_odenza_vacations_college_scholarship.php.
Due
Date: 06/01/2017
Got a Spine Scholarship-$500. Seniors with at least a 2.5 GPA
who are planning on attending a post-secondary institution in
Canada or the U. S. in fall of 2017 are eligible. Must complete
contact information and write an essay. For more information
and applications go to
http://www.arcticchiropracticjuneau.com/chiropractor_juneau.php.
Due Date: 6/02/2017, 11:59
p.m. EST
Abbott & Fenner Scholarship-$1,000. Juniors and seniors are
eligible. Must write essay of 500-1,000 words on "Describe
your educational career and life goals. Explain your plan for
achieving these goals. Include your degree/major, why you
selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve
your goals." Submit essays at
[email protected]. For more information go to
http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm. Due
Date: 6/12/2017
Global Lift Equipment Scholarship-$500. Seniors with at least a
2.5 GPA who are planning on attending a post-secondary
institution in Canada or the U. S. in fall of 2017 are eligible.
Must complete contact information and submit a short story. For
more information and applications go to
http://www.usedforklifttexas.com/used_inventory/2868/used_caterpillar_forklifts_inventory_texas.php.
Due Date:
6/15/2017
Big Sun Scholarship--$500 scholarship(s). Senior athletes are
eligible. Must write short essay (500-1,000 words) answering
"How did your participation in sports during your high school
years influence you? Has your participation influenced your
career goals? Has your participation influenced how you relate
to your family?" Submit essays at
[email protected]. For more information go to
http://www.bigsunathletics.com/. Due Date: 6/19/2017
Lift Parts Express Scholarship-$500. Students between ages of 16
and 21 with at least a 3.0 GPA who are planning on
attending school in Canada or the U. S. in fall of 2017 are
eligible. Must complete contact information and submit an
essay.
For more information and applications go to
http://www.forkliftpartstexas.com/forkliftparts.php. Due Date:
6/30/2017
Unigo Do-Over Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at
time of application who will enroll no later than the fall of
2023 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher
learning are eligible. Must register and submit online response
in
250 words or less to "If you could get one 'do-over' in life,
what would it be and why?" For more information and to apply go
to
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/do-over-scholarship.
Due Date: 6/30/2017
Andrew Flushe Scholarship-$500. Seniors who are U. S. citizens
or lawful residents and have been accepted into a
college/university/trade school are eligible. Must create under
3 minute video titled Texting and Driving Prevention Video;
upload it to YouTube; include link,
https://www.andrewflusche.com/scholarship/, in the description of
the video; and once
uploaded complete application form. For more information and
applications go to
https://www.andrewflusche.com/scholarship/. Due Date: Spring
semester 6/30/2017
Aspiring Nurse Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors in good academic
standing who plan to pursue college education in nursing,
including LPN / LVN, ADN, and BSN programs are eligible. Must
complete application and write essay of 500 words. For more
information and applications go to
http://www.nursingschoolsalmanac.com/articles/2017-aspiring-nurse-scholarship.
Due
Date: 6/30/2017
July
Unigo Flavor of the Month Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13
and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the
fall of 2023 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher
learning are eligible. Must register and submit online response in
250 words
or less to "Summer and ice cream go hand-in-hand. In fact, July
is National Ice Cream Month, and that's the inspiration behind this
award.
We think people are very similar to ice cream; some are nutty,
others a little exotic, while some are very comforting. If you were
an ice
cream flavor, which would you be and why?" For more information
and to apply go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-
scholarships/flavor-of-the-month-scholarship. Due Date:
7/31/2017
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K. Hunter Goff Bankruptcy/Consumer Rights Scholarship-$500.
Seniors with a 3.0 GPA who are planning to attend college in
the fall of 2017 are eligible. Must complete application,
provide transcript, and encouraged to submit recommendation
letters/resumes. Based on merit and need, but academic
achievements and leadership experiences considered. Special
consideration given to applicants interested in pursuing a
career in Bankruptcy/Consumer Rights law. For more information
and applications go to
http://khgpa.com/#scholarship-application. Due Date: 7/31/2017
August
Unigo Make Me Laugh Scholarship--$1,500. Students ages 13 and
older at time of application who will enroll no later than
the fall of 2023 in an accredited post-secondary institution of
higher learning are eligible. Must register and submit online
response in 250 words or less to "OMG... finding and applying
for scholarships is serious business, but it's time to lighten
things up a little. We don't want to know why you deserve $1,500
or how great your grades are, we simply want to LOL.
Describe an incident in your life, funny or embarrassing (fact
or fiction), and make us laugh!" For more information and to
apply go to
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/make-me-laugh-scholarship.
Due Date: 8/31/2017
September
Unigo Shout It Out Scholarship -$1,500. Students ages 13 and
older at time of application who will enroll no later than the
fall of 2023 in an accredited post-secondary institution of
higher learning are eligible. Must register and submit online
response in 250 words or less to "If you could say one thing to
the entire world at once, what would it be and why?" For
more information and to apply go to
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/shout-it-out-scholarship.
Due
Date: 9/30/2017
Don’t Text and Drive Scholarship--$1,000. High school and
college students who are U. S. citizens or legal residents are
eligible. Must complete application and write 140-character
statement that addresses "I pledge to not text and drive
because..." and top 10 finalists will be asked to write a full
length 500- to 1,000-word essay about texting while driving.
For
more information and applications go to
http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/dont-text-and-drive-scholarship/.
Due Date:
9/30/2016
Single Scholarship Sites-Due Dates Vary
Walmart Associate Scholarship-$16,000 over six years. To be
eligible must: be U. S. citizen or permanent legal resident; be
employed with any division of Walmart for at least six
consecutive months prior to application; have earned high
school
diploma or GED before applying; and have financial need. Must
register, take eligibility quiz, and complete application. For
more information and application go to
https://walmart.scholarsapply.org/associate/. Due Date: Depends on
eligibility
date of employment
Apartment List Scholarship-$2,500. Seniors who are at least 18
years old, legal U. S. residents, and planning to attend an
accredited college/university in the next academic year are
eligible. Must complete online application and write two essays
about one of Apartment List's core values. For more information
and applications go to
https://www.apartmentlist.com/scholarship. Due Dates: 9/01/2016,
12/01/2016, 3/01/2017, and 6/01/2017
Raise.Me Scholarships-Amounts vary. Ninth through twelfth grade
students are eligible. Must sign-up and add achievements
to earn scholarships. Over 180 colleges participate. For more
information and to create account go to
https://www.raise.me/.
Multiple Scholarship Sites-Due Dates Vary
Multiple Scholarships-For scholarship opportunities go to
www.fastweb.com, www.scholarships.com, www.gocollege.com,
https://www.goodcall.com/scholarships/,
www.finaid.org/scholarship,
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-
college/grants-scholarships, www.cksf.org,
https://www.unigo.com, http://www.scholarshipdetective.com,
www.chegg.com, http://scholarshipguidance.com/,
http://www.collegexpress.com/, www.cappex.com, and
http://www.studentscholarships.org.
Sallie Mae Scholarships-Over 3 million scholarships worth over
$16 billion. Scholarships for all types of students; some
consider academics, financial need, debate, art, music, sports,
and/or baking. Go to https://www.salliemae.com/plan-for-
college/ for information and to register for free scholarship
search.
FloridaNEXT.com Multiple Scholarships-Go to www.FloridaNEXT.com
and find the article "Unique Scholarships You've Never
Heard Of (And Need to Apply For!)."
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Hispanic Scholarship Fund-Opportunities are available to seniors
of Hispanic heritage. For more details go to
http://www.hsf.net, click on Scholarships, then under
Scholarship Programs, click on Graduating High School Seniors.
Check
requirements, then apply online at the hsf web site for most
scholarships. Due Date: Application period 1/01/2017-
3/30/2017
NAACP Scholarship Opportunities-For more details go to
http://www.naacp.org/page/s/scholarship2?source=frontpage.
FIRST Scholarships-Over $14 million in scholarships from over
128 colleges, universities, corporations, and associations.
Most
scholarships are merit-based and renewable. High school students
who are on FRC and FTC teams are eligible. (Most
scholarships are for seniors.) Some scholarships are for
specific majors such as engineering, computer science, science,
math,
or technology, and others are for any course of study. For more
information and to apply go to www.usfirst.org/scholarships.
United Negro College Fund-Opportunities are available for
students of African-American heritage. Multiple scholarships
can
be found at http://www.uncf.org/.
Multiple Scholarships-For scholarship opportunities at the
Thurgood Marshall College Fund 47 member schools go to
http://www.thurgoodmarshallfund.net/.
Multiple Scholarships for Military - Scholarships 4
Students-Amounts and deadlines vary. For multiple scholarship
opportunities go to
http://www.scholarships4students.com/scholarships_for_the_military.htm.
Multiple Scholarships for Military-For scholarship opportunities
go to https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/types/grants-
scholarships/military.
Multiple Scholarships from Insurance Companies-Amounts and
deadlines vary. For multiple opportunities for high school
and college students go to
http://www.obrella.com/resources/insurance-scholarships/.
NASA-For current contests and opportunities go to
http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/current-opps-index.html.
Multiple Scholarships for Minorities, Hispanics, and
Undocumented Students-For scholarship opportunities go to
www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship.
Financial Aid for Hispanic Students-For more information go to
http://www.onlinecolleges.net/for-students/financial-aid-
hispanic-students/.
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