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Scholarship Opportunities Scholarship 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. March Breaking the Barriers Essay Contest-Grade 7-9 Grand Prize Winner-Trip to one of the 2019 MLB World Series Games and visit from Sharon Robinson; 10 National Winners-laptops for students and teachers and class set of books by Sharon Robinson. Fourth through ninth graders are eligible. Must complete entry form and write 500-1,400 word essay about a barrier you faced and how you used one of Jackie Robinson's nine values to face the barrier. For more information, go to http://www.scholastic.com/breakingbarriers/grade9/index.html. Due Date: 3/14/2019 SAE Engineering Scholarships-SAE Foundation Sponsored-Amounts vary. Seniors who are pursuing an engineering or related science degree at an ABET accredited program are eligible. Each scholarship has its own separate eligibility criteria. Must complete application and provide an official transcript, ACT/SAT scores if not on transcript, and any additional documentation. For more information and applications go to http://students.sae.org/scholarships/freshman/. Due Date: 3/15/2019 2019-2020 Skilled Labor Shortage Scholarship-Six $2,500 scholarships. Seniors who are 18 years of age; legal residents; have been accepted to a community college, university, or technical institute; and are planning to study residential design, construction, or maintenance are eligible. Must write a 1,000-2,000 word essay answering one of three questions. For more information go to https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/scholarships/. Due Date: 3/15/2019, 11:59 p.m. MT 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 State Department leadership 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 essay of 1000 to 1,250 words identifying two cases, one successful and one unsuccessful, where the U.S. pursued an integrated approach to build peace in a conflict-affected country. Analyze and compare the two cases, addressing the questions. For more information and essay submission forms go to http://www.afsa.org/essay-contest. Due Date: 3/15/2019 Digital Arts, Film and Animation Competition-$250 for first place in each category: Web Design, Graphic Media, 3-D Animation, Interactive Media, Film, and Photo Imaging. Ninth-twelfth graders who are deaf or hard of hearing are eligible. May submit up to two entries. Must complete entry form; submit transcript, teacher recommendation, and DVD/CD of artwork; and write 150-300 word essay for each work. Judged on uniqueness/originality, professional quality (neatness and craft), aesthetic quality (design, composition, and color/tones), concept, selection and application of materials, and complexity/level of digital technology used. For more information go to http://www.rit.edu/NTID/DAFAC/. Due Date: 3/15/2019 Better Business Bureau Foundation Student Ethics Scholarship-Multiple $1,000 scholarships. Juniors and seniors who are U. S. residents, live in the BBB/Northwest Florida's 14 county service area, and have shown commitment to ethical behavior and personal integrity 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 https://www.bbb.org/northwest-florida/programs- services/bbbnorthwest-florida-foundation/torch-award-for-ethics/student-ethics-scholarship/ or see Ms. Smith. Due Date: Either postmarked or delivered to Pensacola office by 3/15/2019, 2:00 p.m. 3/14/2019
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Page 1: Scholarship Opportunities - Okaloosa County School District · 2019. 4. 1. · Digital Arts, Film and Animation Competition-$250 for first place in each category: Web Design, ...

Scholarship Opportunities

Scholarship 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.

March

Breaking the Barriers Essay Contest-Grade 7-9 Grand Prize Winner-Trip to one of the 2019 MLB World Series Games and

visit from Sharon Robinson; 10 National Winners-laptops for students and teachers and class set of books by Sharon

Robinson. Fourth through ninth graders are eligible. Must complete entry form and write 500-1,400 word essay about a

barrier you faced and how you used one of Jackie Robinson's nine values to face the barrier. For more information, go to

http://www.scholastic.com/breakingbarriers/grade9/index.html. Due Date: 3/14/2019

SAE Engineering Scholarships-SAE Foundation Sponsored-Amounts vary. Seniors who are pursuing an engineering or related

science degree at an ABET accredited program are eligible. Each scholarship has its own separate eligibility criteria. Must

complete application and provide an official transcript, ACT/SAT scores if not on transcript, and any additional

documentation. For more information and applications go to http://students.sae.org/scholarships/freshman/. Due Date:

3/15/2019

2019-2020 Skilled Labor Shortage Scholarship-Six $2,500 scholarships. Seniors who are 18 years of age; legal residents; have

been accepted to a community college, university, or technical institute; and are planning to study residential design,

construction, or maintenance are eligible. Must write a 1,000-2,000 word essay answering one of three questions. For more

information go to https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/scholarships/. Due Date: 3/15/2019, 11:59 p.m. MT

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 State Department leadership 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 essay of 1000 to 1,250 words identifying two cases, one successful and one unsuccessful, where the U.S. pursued

an integrated approach to build peace in a conflict-affected country. Analyze and compare the two cases, addressing the

questions. For more information and essay submission forms go to http://www.afsa.org/essay-contest. Due Date:

3/15/2019

Digital Arts, Film and Animation Competition-$250 for first place in each category: Web Design, Graphic Media, 3-D

Animation, Interactive Media, Film, and Photo Imaging. Ninth-twelfth graders who are deaf or hard of hearing are eligible.

May submit up to two entries. Must complete entry form; submit transcript, teacher recommendation, and DVD/CD of

artwork; and write 150-300 word essay for each work. Judged on uniqueness/originality, professional quality (neatness and

craft), aesthetic quality (design, composition, and color/tones), concept, selection and application of materials, and

complexity/level of digital technology used. For more information go to http://www.rit.edu/NTID/DAFAC/. Due Date:

3/15/2019

Better Business Bureau Foundation Student Ethics Scholarship-Multiple $1,000 scholarships. Juniors and seniors who are U.

S. residents, live in the BBB/Northwest Florida's 14 county service area, and have shown commitment to ethical behavior and

personal integrity 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 https://www.bbb.org/northwest-florida/programs-

services/bbbnorthwest-florida-foundation/torch-award-for-ethics/student-ethics-scholarship/ or see Ms. Smith. Due Date:

Either postmarked or delivered to Pensacola office by 3/15/2019, 2:00 p.m.

3/14/2019

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Destin Water Users Scholarships-$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, transcript release form, counselor's student

data information form, and financial need sheet. Take counselor form to Guidance no later than 3/06/2019. For more

information and applications go to http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: To Guidance by

3/06/2019 and to DWU by 3/15/2019 (Spring Break 3/15/2019-3/25/2019)

National Defense Industrial Association Hubert D. Harris Memorial Scholarship-Typically multiple $1,000 scholarships.

Seniors who are U. S. citizens, have applied to an accredited four-year school, and have shown prior interest in STEM career

are eligible. Awards based on educational interest in STEM or other technical career fields, leadership, academic

achievement, and other indications of need, character and noteworthy achievement. Must complete application, write

essay, and provide Counselor's Recommendation Form and official transcript. For more information and applications go to

http://www.ndiagulfcoast.com/scholarship/hughharris_info.htm. Due Date: Counselor Recommendation Form to Guidance

by 3/06/2019 and application packet by 3/15/2019

Hurlburt Spouses' Club Academic/Merit Scholarship-Seniors are eligible if have at least a 3.0/4.0 GPA and are dependents of

current HSC members or any Hurlburt Field military member (active duty, retired, deceased, unaccompanied tour away from

Hurlburt, reassigned from area but applicant remained to graduate from high school, or stationed at Hurlburt but applicant

resides elsewhere -see application packet for more details). Must complete application, write an essay of no more than 500

words, and provide transcript, valid military id card, and eligibility documents. For more information and applications go to

www.hurlburtspousesclub.com. Due Date: Application emailed by 3/15/2019, 11:59 p.m. CST; Transcript postmarked by

3/12/2019 (Spring Break 3/15/2019-3/25/2019)

Hurlburt Spouses' Club Turnaround Scholarship-Seniors are eligible if had GPA below 3.0/4.0 first year of high school and

made significant improvement throughout the remainder high school career and are dependents of current HSC members or

any Hurlburt Field military member (active duty, retired, deceased, unaccompanied tour away from Hurlburt, reassigned

from area but applicant remained to graduate from high school, or stationed at Hurlburt but applicant resides elsewhere -

see application packet for more details). Must complete application, write an essay of no more than 500 words, and provide

transcript, valid military id card, and eligibility documents. For more information and applications go to

www.hurlburtspousesclub.com. Due Date: Application emailed by 3/15/2019, 11:59 p.m. CST; Transcript postmarked by

3/12/2019 (Spring Break 3/15/2019-3/25/2019)

John Wright Memorial Scholarship-$5,000, may apply again additional years. Seniors with a 3.0 GPA who are U. S. citizens

and plan to pursue career in commercial arboriculture industry are eligible. Must send email containing brief (no more than

100 words) introduction of yourself (e.g. name, school, year, expected graduation date, and applicable work information) to

[email protected]. TREE Fund staff will confirm eligibility for consideration, and if qualify, will send numbered

application form for your use. (May apply for more than one TREE Fund Scholarship on a single application form.) Will need

to write essay of 1000 words maximum and provide two reference letters and transcript with completed application. For

more information and applications go to https://treefund.org/scholarships/wright. Due Date: 3/15/2019

Future Leaders of Employment First Conference Scholarship-Three scholarships to attend regional conference on

Employment First, including two-night stay at conference hotel, registration fees, and $300 to cover food and other travel

expenses. Students between ages of 15-29 may apply if interested in connecting with self-advocates, professionals,

businesses, and leaders supporting Employment First Initiatives and in working to promote vision that all people with

disabilities have right to competitive employment in an inclusive workforce. Must complete online application, write 500

words or less statement, and provide one recommendation letter and one-page resume. For more information, application

instructions, and resume template go to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 3/15/2019, 5:00 p.m. EST

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Miss Destin 2019-$2,000. Female high school students between ages of 16 and 19 who are Destin residents and live in zip

codes of 32541, 32540, or 32550 are eligible to vie for title of Miss Destin. Judged on personality, communication skills, and

availability to fulfill duties of Miss Destin at the annual Destin Fishing Rodeo. Must complete application. For more

information may email [email protected] or call 850-837-6734. Applications and information also available at

www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship, the Destin Community Center, Destin Fishing Rodeo Office, or at

Destinfishingrodeo.org. Due Date: 3/15/2019

The Pensacola Chapter of the Links, Incorporated 2019 Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors with a 3.0 GPA who live in Escambia,

Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, or Walton Counties and have plans to pursue degree in science, technology, engineering, arts, or math

(STEAM) at accredited college/university/technical/vocational school in the fall are eligible. Must complete application; write

essay of 350-500 words; be referred by active member of The Pensacola Chapter of The Links, Incorporated; and provide two

letters of recommendation and official transcript. For more information and applications go to

www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: Postmarked by 3/16/2019

Suzanne Gooder/WOTM Scholarship Program-$2,500. FWBHS seniors who maintain at least a 2.5 GPA and are planning to

attend full-time at an accredited Community College, College/University or Technical School are eligible. Must complete

application in black ink, 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 go to

www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 3/18/2019 (Spring Break 3/15/2019-3/25/2019)

Doodle 4 Google-National Winner-$30,000 scholarship; $50,000 technology package for winner's school, trip to California to

Google Headquarters, Google hardware; National Finalists-$5,000 scholarships, trip to California to Google Headquarters,

Google hardware; State Winners-Google hardware. Kindergarten through twelfth grade students who are U. S. citizens or

permanent legal residents are eligible. Judging by age groups based on artistic merit, creativity, and theme communication.

Must complete entry form, create doodle using theme "When I grow up, I hope..." incorporating the letters from the Google

logo ("Doodle"); and write 50-word descriptive statement. For more information, go to https://doodles.google.com/d4g/how-

it-works/. Due Date: 3/18/2019, 8:00 p.m. PST

Questbridge College Scholars Prep Program-Full scholarships to summer programs at select schools; assistance on applying

for college. Juniors who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, strength in character, and financial need are

eligible. Must complete application, write essay and short answers, and provide transcript, recommendation letter, and

standardized test scores. For more information and applications go to https://www.questbridge.org/high-school-

students/college-prep-scholars. Due Date: 3/20/2019

Fort Walton Beach Community Chorus-Two $1,000 scholarships. Okaloosa or Santa Rosa County seniors who are planning to

continue music studies at the college level are eligible. Must complete application and provide one letter of recommendation

from music instructor. Will be contacted for interview and audition. For more information and applications go to

http://www.fwbcc.org/ or http://www.fwbcc.org/scholarship/. Due Date: 3/22/2019 (Spring Break 3/15/2019-3/25/2019)

2019 Michele W. Hill Foundation Academic Achievement Community Service Scholarship-Multiple $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 4/06/2019 at 7:30 a.m. at Navarre Youth Sports Association, in Navarre, Florida. Race pre-registration

information may be found at https://www.raceentry.com/races/michele-hill-raider-run/2019/register. (There is a fee for

the race.) For more information and applications go to http://www.eteamz.com/michelehillraiderrun/. Due Date:

3/22/2019 (Spring Break 3/15/2019-3/25/2019)

Sigma Omicron Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated 2019 Scholarship-Minority seniors with at

least a 2.5 GPA are eligible. Must complete application, write essay of 750 words, and provide two letters of

recommendation, official transcript, ACT/SAT scores, and a wallet size photo. For more information and applications see Ms.

Smith. Due Date: Postmarked by 3/23/2019 (Spring Break 3/15/2019-3/25/2019)

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Work Ethic Scholarship Program-School tuition cost. Seniors planning to enroll at an accredited two-year college, vocational,

technical school or other approved technical institute in an approved vocational or similar trade-related program in the

United States are eligible. Must register, sign The S.W.E.A.T. Pledge, complete application, write essay, and provide

transcript, financial information, at least two references, short video, and school cost form. For more information and

applications go to https://www.mikeroweworks.org/. Due Date: 3/28/2019

FIDM National Scholarship Competition-Eight full one-year scholarships of $31,500 each, twenty additional scholarships.

Must complete Project Guidelines and Entry Form Request to be able to apply. For more information go to

http://fidm.edu/en/admissions/financial+aid/scholarships/national+scholarship+competition/. Due Date: 3/29/2019

Society of American Military Engineers Emerald Coast Post Scholarship-(SAME)-Two $1,500 scholarships, may reapply for

additional years. Seniors with a 3.0/4.0 GPA who are, or parents are, residents of Okaloosa, Walton, or Santa Rosa Counties

and are planning to study engineering or architecture at an accredited undergraduate school as a full-time student are

eligible. Awards based on academic performance, recommendations, extracurricular and community activities, and essay.

Must complete online application and send in single email essay of 500 words or less, latest transcript and two letters of

recommendation. For more information, go to https://www.same.org/Get-Connected/Find-a-Post/Emerald-

Coast/Scholarships. Due Date: Postmarked by 3/29/2019 (Revised)

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 3/30/2019. 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

https://www.odenzascholarships.com/marketingscholarship.php. Due Date: 3/30/2019

Fort Walton Beach Medical Center Auxiliary Scholarships-Two $2,000 scholarships designated specifically for senior

Volunteens with two summers of service, a 3.2 GPA, and entering any field of study; Three $3,000 scholarships and one

$2,000 scholarship designated for seniors with at least a 3.2 GPA who attend FWBHS or Choctaw entering human health

related fields; and $1,000 scholarship in memory of Doroty M. Clarno. Academic achievement, personal character,

leadership, financial need, and recommendations are considered. Must complete application and provide Applicant

Agreement, official transcript, two sealed recommendation letters, and three additional references. See Ms. Smith for

applications. Due Date: 3/30/2019 to Ms. Smith by 2:15 or to FWB Medical Center's administration office in care of Vicki

Tarro by 2:30 p.m.

The "Live Forever" Scholarship-$2,500. Eight through twelfth grade students who are 13 years old and legal U. S. residents

are eligible. Must create Student Cirkled In account, complete three step application, submit three sentence response to “If

you could make one person in the world (other than yourself or your family) immortal, who would it be and why?” and

complete portfolio (optional). For more information and applications go to https://www.cirkledin.com/scholarships/. Due

Date: 3/31/2019

Toptal Scholarships for Women-$10,000 and one year of relevant mentorship by a Toptal-designated mentor. Individuals

who consistently live and identify as women, age 16 and older and are U. S. citizens or legal residents are eligible. Must

complete application and write a blog post of about 1,000 words on chosen idea to change the world, a community, or a

cause. Entries judged on the originality of the idea, plan for making it happen, and passion for the cause it represents. For

more information and applications go to https://www.toptal.com/scholarships-for-women. Due Date: 3/31/2019, 11:59

p.m. EST

SP High School Scholarship-$10,000. Students at least 13 years old who are legal residents of the U. S. and planning to

attend college are eligible. Must complete form. For more information and forms go to

https://www.scholarshippoints.com/win5/?st=2361&aff_sub=&aff_sub2=&transaction_id=10222a465d81a9058cf0c21d84da

12&utm_source=&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=ScholarshipPoints%2B%2410%2C000%2BScholarship%2B(CPA)&.

Due Date: 3/31/2019

PlumbersStock Scholarship-Best video $2,000; two runners-up $500 each. Seniors planning to become plumbers, HVAC

technicians or sprinkler and irrigation specialists (or other related fields, like construction management) are eligible. Must

complete submission form, create a "how-to-guide" video for home improvement novices demonstrating skill in plumbing,

HVAC, or irrigation, and publish video to a free video hosting site. For more information and forms go to

https://www.plumbersstock.com/about/scholarship.html. Due Date: 3/31/2019

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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 2025 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: 3/31/2019

April

American Fire Sprinkler Association High School Senior Scholarship Contest-Ten $2,000 scholarships. Seniors who are U. S.

citizens or aliens legally residing in the U. S. are eligible. Must read contest information and complete entry form. For more

information go to https://www.afsascholarship.org/high-school-contest/. Due Date: 4/01/2019

Frame My Future Scholarship Contest 2019-Grand Prize Winner-$5,000 scholarship; First runner-up $1,000 scholarship;

Second runner-up $500; All winners receive custom diploma frame. Seniors who are legal residents and plan to enroll as a

full-time student in U. S. community college/college/university in 2019-2020 academic year are eligible. Must complete entry

form, submit entry piece conveying Frame My Future theme, 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-2019/faq.aspx. Due Date: 4/01/2019, 11:59 p.m. ET

Troy University Emerald Coast Chapter of Alumni and Friends Scholarship 2019-Awards range from $500-$1,000. Seniors

who have been unconditionally admitted to Troy University; live in Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, or Walton County; and have

actively participated in school activities and community programs are eligible. Must complete application, write 250 word

essay, and provide at least two letters of recommendation. For more information and applications go to

http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 4/01/2019

Johnson Scholarship Foundation-#1-Scholarship amounts to be determined; renewable. 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 1, 2019). #2-

$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 for at least

twelve months and are 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.

For more information and applications for both scholarships go to http://www.jsf.bz/. Due Date: #1-4/01/2019; #2-

4/01/2019, 2:00 p.m. ET

Hunter Garner Scholarship Project Yellow Light-$5,000, $2,000, and $1,000-video; and $2,000-radio. Juniors and seniors

between ages of 14 and 20 are eligible. Must create video, billboard design or radio spot to motivate, persuade and

encourage peers to drive safely and not drive distracted. For more information and to apply go to

https://www.projectyellowlight.com/. Due Date: Video and Radio Competitions-4/01/2019, 11:59:59 p.m. ET

2019 Furman Scholars-At least $20,000 per year; $80,000 over four years. To be eligible must be juniors with a weighted 3.5

GPA and 29 ACT/1360 PSAT/1360 SAT who are interested in attending Furman University and have demonstrated leadership

potential and have been involved in extracurricular activities and community service. If interested, see guidance counselor to

be nominated. For more information, go to admission.furman.edu/register/FurmanScholar. Due Date: Nominations by

4/01/2019 for spring awards days; final deadline by 6/01/2019

The Democratic Women's Club of Okaloosa County-$1,000. Seniors with at least a 2.5 GPA who are Okaloosa County

residents, U. S. citizens, and registered Democrats (or pre-registered if under 18) are eligible. Preferred areas of study are

Political Science or related fields. Must complete application and provide Verification and Recommendation Form. For more

information and applications see Ms. Smith. Due Date: 4/01/2019

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Florida School Counselor Association 2019 High School Student Scholarship-Two $250 scholarships. Seniors planning to

enroll in postsecondary institution in summer or fall of 2019 are eligible. Must complete online application and write 250-500

word essay answering, "What would your ideal school counseling program look like? How would you want your school

counselor to help you and your peers?" If awarded scholarship, must submit brief 3-5 minute video reading essay, and

photograph with school counselor and school principal. For more information and applications go to

http://bit.ly/FSCA19StuSch. Due Date: 4/01/2019, 5:00 p.m. ET

Army Aviation Association of America, Inc. Scholarship Grant-Amounts vary and may be given as one, two, or four year

grants. Seniors who are unmarried children/grandchildren/ siblings of AAAA members or deceased members are eligible.

Must create account for Pre-Qualifying form, complete application, write essay of maximum of 300 words, and submit

reference, teacher's recommendation, academic reporting form, current transcript, proof of admission to accredited

college/university, and photograph. For more information, go to https://www.quad-a.org/scholarship. Due Date: Pre-

Qualifying form by 4/01/2019, Application by 5/01/2019

The Panhandle Cattleman's Association of Okaloosa and Walton Counties Scholarship-$500. Seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA

who live in Okaloosa or Walton County and plan to have a career in agriculture, agribusiness, agronomy, veterinary

medicine, or a related field are eligible. Must complete application, write essay or letter, and provide three references, lists

of extracurricular activities and community service, and transcript. For more information and applications see Ms. Smith.

Due Date: 4/01/2019

Presbyterian College Fellows Award-$1,000 scholarship, renewable three more years. (Selection as PC Fellow grants

consideration for other academic scholarships ranging from $6,000 to $23,000; two incoming freshmen receive full cost of

attending PC for four years.) Juniors with a weighted 3.5 GPA who rank in top 10% of current class and have PSAT of 1100,

SAT of 1100, or ACT of 22 are eligible. Must have guidance counselor complete nomination. For more information, go to

www.presby.edu/admissions/presbyterian-college-fellows-award. Due Date: Nominations by 4/01/2019

Women in Trades Scholarship-Female seniors who are U. S. citizens, Florida residents, and pursuing career in non-traditional

female trade vocation are eligible. Must complete application and financial need form and provide letter from applicant,

recommendation letter, copy of birth certificate or naturalization papers and proof of Florida residency, and list of

extracurricular activities, honors received, scholastic achievements, and other accomplishments. For more information and

applications see Ms. Smith or go to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 4/01/2019

Fort Walton Beach Woman's Club Scholarship-Three $500 scholarships. Female seniors who are planning to enroll in a

Florida college/university/technical school are eligible. Must complete application, write 500 word essay, and provide two

references. For more information and applications www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 4/05/2019

Kiwanis Club of Destin Peter Beczkiewicz Memorial Scholarship-$2,000 a year, renewable three more years. Seniors with at

least a 3.0 GPA who are Okaloosa County residents, attend school in Okaloosa County, and plan to pursue degree and career

in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (“STEM”) beginning in 2019 are eligible. Based on strength and rigor of

academic record; community service record; character; leadership; demonstration of commitment to pursue a degree and

career in STEM; and extent to which this scholarship will help applicant achieve goals. Must complete application, write

essay, and provide transcript, two recommendation letters, and resume (optional). For more information and applications go

to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: Received by 4/05/2019

Niceville Republican Women Federated Scholarship-One $1,000 scholarship. To be eligible must be female seniors who are

U. S. citizens with a 3.0 GPA, registered Republican voters (if over 18) or pre-registered (if under 18), admitted to college of

choice, and are recommended by principal, counselor, or teacher. Must complete application, write essay of 300-450 words

on "Why I Am a Republican," and provide two letters of recommendation, copy of third nine weeks' report cards, official

transcript, Counselor's Recommendation Form, copy of voter registration letter or voter card, and signed Statement of

Understanding. For more information and applications go to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date:

Received or postmarked by 4/11/2019

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Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes-Twenty-five $10,000 cash 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 https://barronprize.org/. Due Date: 4/15/2019, 5:00 p.m. MT

College JumpStart Scholarship-First Place $1,000. Tenth through twelfth grade students who are U. S. citizens or legal

residents planning to attend an accredited two- or four-year, community, or vocational/trade school and are committed to

using education to better own life and that of family and/or community are eligible. Must complete application and write

250 maximum word essay. For more information and applications go to http://www.jumpstart-scholarship.net/. Due Date:

4/15/2019

Fort Walton Beach Rotary Club Program-John T. Morgan III Memorial, James M. Sutton, and Kay Stokes Memorial-

Scholarships may be renewable for one additional year. Seniors are eligible. Academic achievement, personal character,

leadership, aptitude, and documented financial need are considered. Must complete application, write essay, and provide

two letters of recommendation, resume, and transcript. For more information and applications go to

http://fortwaltonrotary.org/Scholarship.htm. Due Date: 4/15/2019

Johann E. Doum (JED) Scholarships-Multiple $1,000 scholarships. FWBHS seniors planning to attend four-year accredited

college or after high school/advanced education program, including trade school are eligible. Awards based on academics

(20%), athletics (20%), community service/extracurricular (20%), Christian faith/character (20%), and leadership (20%).

Absence of any one of the five categories will not prevent applicant from being selected. Must complete application, write

personal 250-500 word essay (counts for 50% of decision), and provide one recommendation letter, Statement of

Understanding, and Academic Record Report. For more information and applications go to

www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship or see Ms. Smith. Due Date: 4/15/2019

Jackie Spellman Scholarship Foundation Award-Approximately twelve $3000-$10,000 scholarships. Seniors with a minimum

3.0/4.0 GPA who have financial need and are leukemia or lymphoma patients and/or children or siblings of leukemia or

lymphoma patients are eligible. Must complete application, write essay of 600-800 words, and provide recent color

photograph, doctors letter of diagnosis or death certificate, 2019 FAFSA form (SAR), 2018 federal tax return, two letters of

recommendation, ACT/SAT scores, sealed official transcript, detailed resume, and letter of special circumstance. For more

information and applications go to https://jackiespellmanbenefit.org/scholarships/#apply. Due Date: Postmarked by

4/15/2019

23rd 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 Huckleberry Finn 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 https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/signet-essay-contest/. Due

Date: Postmarked by 4/15/2019, 11:59 p.m. EST; and received on or by 4/22/2019

Okaloosa Technical College Okaloosa County School Board Scholarship-Awarded per program; 100% tuition. Seniors

planning to attend Okaloosa Technical College are eligible. Must complete admissions application and scholarship packet,

submit FAFSA, and provide three references. For more information and applications go to

http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 4/15/2019, 5:00 p.m.

Alpha Delta Kappa Future Teacher Scholarship-$500. Seniors with at least a 2.5 GPA who attend schools in South Okaloosa

County are eligible. Must complete application, write paragraph about what has inspired you to become a teacher, and

provide two letters of recommendation and an official transcript. See Ms. Smith for applications. Due Date: To Guidance or

Ms. Smith by 4/18/2019, 2:00 p.m.

CarBrain Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors planning to attend a college or university in the 2019 school year are eligible. Must

write essay on "The Future and Evolution of the Car Industry." For more information, contact [email protected] or

go to https://carbrain.com/scholarship. Due Date: 4/19/2019

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Masonic Association of District Three Scholarship-$1,000, renewable one more year. To be eligible must: be seniors with at

least a 2.0/4.0 GPA; have annual net income of $25,000 or less (for student); attend a high school in Okaloosa or Walton

County; and plan to attend college/vocational/technical school in Okaloosa or Walton County. Must complete application

and submit resume and scholarship contract. For more information and applications see Ms. Smith. Due Date: To Ms. Smith

by 4/19/2018, 2:15 p.m. (One FWBHS student will be chosen to be considered for the scholarship.)

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Omicron Pi Zeta Chapter Scholarships-Multiple $500 scholarships. Seniors with at least a 2.5 GPA

are eligible. Must complete application, write 150 word maximum essay, and provide official transcript, two letters of

recommendation, and a graduation or professional photo. For more information and applications go to

www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: Postmarked by 4/20/2019

2019 Student-View Scholarship Program-One $4,000; two $1,000; and ten $500 scholarships. Seniors who plan to attend a

four-year college, community college, or career school are eligible. Must log on to www.student-view.com and complete 15-

20 minute application survey about colleges in area. Scholarships awarded by random drawing of all completed applications.

For more information about company go to www.studentinsights.com. Due Date: 4/22/2019

Northwest Florida State College Honors Scholars-Two FWBHS students receive scholarships covering tuition and fees for up

to forty-eight in-state credit hours of study. (Twelve credit hours during fall and twelve during spring.) Seniors with a 3.0/4.0

GPA who have been accepted and plan to attend NWFSC are eligible. Must complete application and FAFSA and agree to

enroll as a full-time student (minimum 12 credit hours a semester) and in SLS 1201. For more information and applications

go to http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: To Guidance by 4/23/2019 and Guidance will submit

application by 5/01/2019

Worldstudio AIGA Scholarships-Basic scholarships $2,000-$3,000; up to two $5,000 scholarships; honorable mention prizes-

$500. Seniors with a 2.0 GPA who are U. S. citizens or possess green cards and are pursuing a degree in graphic design,

illustration, and photography are eligible. Financial need and minority status are considered. Must create account and

complete application online. For more information and applications go to https://worldstudio.secure-

platform.com/a/page/AIGA-Worldstudio. Due Date: 4/24/2019, 11:59 p.m. PST

Ayn Rand Anthem Essay Contest-Each contest-1st-$2,000; Three 2nd-$250; Five 3rd-$100; and 50 Finalists-$25. Two

separate contests-One for eight through tenth graders, and the other for eleventh and twelfth graders. 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: 4/25/2019, 11:59 p.m. PST

Ayn Rand Fountainhead Essay Contest-1st-$10,000; Three 2nd-$2,500 each; Five 3rd-$500 each; and 50 Finalists-$50 each.

Eleventh through twelfth graders are eligible. Must select one of three topics and write essay of 800-1,600 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: 4/25/2019, 11:59 p.m. PST

Maximize the Moment Grind Institute Scholarship-$750. Juniors and seniors are eligible. Must complete application and

provide transcripts, college proof of acceptance/degree plan, academic achievement, including grades, and standardized test

scores. May include additional documents about work history, community/extracurricular involvement, leadership roles,

participation in specific activities, and awards and recognition, as well as, essays and reference letters. Email

[email protected] to receive criteria form and to send applications. For more information, go to

www.MTMYoutube.com or https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cLx3mJMSsU. Due Date: 4/26/2019

E-waste Scholarship-$1,000. High school students who are U. S. citizens or legal residents are eligible. Must complete

application form and write 140 character statement that completes the sentence "The most important reason to care about

e-waste is..." Top 10 applications will be selected as finalists who will be asked to write 500- to 1,000-word essay about e-

waste. For more information go to http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/ewaste-scholarship. Due Date: 4/30/2019

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Summer Allen Volunteer Scholarship-$500. All FWBHS seniors (regardless of after high school plans) who have had

significant volunteer experience are eligible. Must write and type essay answering five questions about how have helped

others and include mailing address and contact phone number. For applications and more information go to

www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship or see Ms. Smith. Due Date: 4/30/2019

CARiD Photo Contest-$1,000. Students between ages of 16 and 20 who will be enrolling in post-secondary education next

semester are eligible. Must create photo inspired by any aspect of the automotive industry, email it to

[email protected] and include first and last name, phone number, email address, school attending, and birthdate. For

more information, go to https://www.carid.com/scholarships.html. Due Date: 4/30/2019

General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program-$500-$4,000. 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 transcript, copy of full Student Aid Report (SAR), copy of

military id card, and documentation. For more information and applications go to https://www.afas.org/how-we-

help/general-henry-h-arnold-education-grant/. Due Date: 4/30/2019, 11:59 p.m. EST

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 2025 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:

4/30/2019

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 https://americancollegefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/ACF-

ScholarshipApp-2019-2020.pdf. Due Date: 5/01/2019

1800wheelchair.com Scholarship-One or two $500 scholarships. Seniors ages 16 and older with a 3.0 GPA are eligible. No

requirement in terms of physical disability or ability. Must write 'visual poem,' in a style of choosing, on the theme of

overcoming a personal challenge. Limit 'visual poem' to an 8.5 in. X 11 in. piece of paper. Include personal statement that

gives idea of who are and how poem relates to a challenge faced. The poem and essay (combined) should be between 500

and 1,000 words. Submit transcript. For more information go to https://www.1800wheelchair.com/scholarship/. Due Date:

Postmarked by 5/01/2019

Society of Women Engineers Scholarship-Amounts vary; some are renewable. Female seniors with a 3.5/4.0 GPA who are

planning to study at an ABET-accredited program in engineering, technology, or computing are eligible. Must register,

complete online application, and provide resume, transcript, email contact information for two references, and letter of

acceptance from college/university into ABET-accredited engineering or computer science program. For more information

and applications go to https://scholarships.swe.org/applications/login.asp. Due Date: Application period 3/01/2019-

5/01/2019, 5:00 p.m. CT

Florida State Society of the 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 include four copies of

complete application and financial need form; letter explaining career objectives; two letters of recommendation; list of

extra-curricular activities, honors received, scholastic achievements, and other significant accomplishments; and one copy of

official transcript and a copy of birth certificate or naturalization papers. For more information and applications go to

http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: To Chapter Regent or Chapter Scholarship Chairman by

5/01/2019

Army Aviation Association of America, Inc. Scholarship Grant-Amounts vary and may be given as one, two, or four year

grants. Seniors who are unmarried children/grandchildren/ siblings of AAAA members or deceased members are eligible.

Must create account for Pre-Qualifying form, complete application, write essay of maximum of 300 words, and submit

reference, teacher's recommendation, academic reporting form, current transcript, proof of admission to accredited

college/university, and photograph. For more information, go to https://www.quad-a.org/scholarship. Due Date: Pre-

Qualifying form by 4/01/2019, Application by 5/01/2019

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Carver-Hill Memorial and Historical Society, Inc. Scholarship-Seniors who are Okaloosa County residents and maintain a

2.0/4.0 GPA upon graduation are eligible. Must complete application, write 300-word essay, and provide official transcript,

two letters of recommendation, and proof of acceptance into college program. For more information and applications see

Ms. Smith. Due Date: Postmarked by 5/01/2019

The Brower Youth Awards-Six $3,000 awards. Students ages 13-22 who are youth environmental change leaders are eligible.

Awards based on Outstanding Youth Leadership; Issue & Approach; Project Impact, Scalability, & Replicability; and Charisma,

Personal Commitment & Trajectory. Must complete online application and submit photograph and letter of support. For

more information and applications go to http://www.broweryouthawards.org/apply/#application. Due Date: 5/01/2019,

8:59 p.m. PST

American Society of Military Comptrollers Gulf Coast Chapter Scholarship-Seniors who plan to study academic disciplines

relating to financial/resource management (such as business administration, economics, public administration, accounting,

or finance) are eligible. Must complete application and answer Response Areas. Response must be no more than one page in

length. Preferred that all information be typed. For more information and applications go to

http://www.gulfcoastasmc.org/education.html. Due Date: 5/03/2019

Emerald Coast Gator Club Scholarships-Multiple $2,000 scholarships. Okaloosa and Walton County seniors planning to

attend the University of Florida in the fall of 2019 are eligible. Must complete application, write personal statement, and

provide one to two recommendations from school, one to two recommendations from outside school, transcript, and

ACT/SAT scores, if not on transcript. For more information and applications go to

http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: Emailed by 5/04/2019

Destin Rotary Collegiate/Vocational Scholarship-$2,500 annually, renewable for three more years. Seniors with a 2.5 GPA

who reside in the Destin Rotary Club area and are planning to attend an accredited college, university or vocational

institution are eligible. Award based on financial need, academic achievement, leadership, personal character, and

community service. Must complete application, write a 250 word essay, and provide official transcript, three letters of

recommendation, and verification have applied to an accredited institution. For more information and applications go to

https://destinrotary.com/scholarship-fund/. Due Date: 5/05/2019

2018-2019 Emerald Coast Impact Scholarship - The Stephen Bufton Memorial Educational Fund of The American Business

Women's Association-$2,000. Female seniors with a 3.0 GPA who live in Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, or Walton County and are

planning to attend any accredited U. S. college/university that offers a baccalaureate degree are eligible. Must email

completed form ASAP to receive email with application process information. For form and more information go to

http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: Application due by 5/15/2019

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://studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm. Due Date: 5/24/2019

LM Scholarship Program-$500. Seniors with a 3.0 GPA who are planning to enroll in a degree program by September 2019

are eligible. Must complete application and write essay about situation where better safety procedures could have

prevented injury, what procedures should have been in place to prevent injury, and how those procedures would have

prevented injury. For more information and applications go to

https://forklifttraininggrandeprairie.com/index.php/training.php. Due Date: 5/31/2019

American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarship-Seniors who are U. S. citizens and plan to attend college in the fall of

2019 are eligible. Must complete online application and provide digital photo, transcripts, and Certificate of Indian Blood

(CIB) or other proof of tribal enrollment. For more information and applications go to https://collegefund.org/student-

resources/scholarships/scholarship-programs/. Due Date: 5/31/2019

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The Zebra "Show Off Your Stripes" Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors planning to attend a four-year university, community

college, or trade school located in the continental United States are eligible. Must send a video not exceeding two minutes or

a three-photo album of you and other person of choosing and tell what different things you like about each other, what

you’ve learned from your relationship, or what message you have about inclusiveness to share with the world. Include your

name, address, and phone number. For more information, go to https://www.thezebra.com/insurance-

news/5994/scholarship-the-zebra/. Due Date: 5/31/2019, 11:59 p.m. CST

Unigo Fifth Month Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the

fall of 2025 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: 5/31/2019

June

FNLGA Big Bend Chapter Scholarship-Up to $3,000; renewable. Seniors with a 3.0/4.0 GPA planning to attend a technical

center, community college, or university leading to a career in Florida’s nursery and landscape industry are eligible. Students

residing in Big Bend area are given first priority. Scholarships based on scholastic achievement, financial need, interest in

Florida’s nursery and landscape industry and thoroughness of application. Must complete application, write essay, and

provide two letters of recommendation, transcript, school letterhead with costs for year, and list of honors, achievement

awards, volunteer work or club involvement. For more information go to http://www.fngla.org/professional-

development/overview/scholarships. Due Date: 6/01/2019

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, 2019 are eligible. Must submit essay and provide personal and school contact

information. For more information and applications go to

https://www.odenzavacationsscholarships.com/vacations/208/eligibility_odenza_vacations_college_scholarship.php. Due

Date: 6/01/2019

Pureland Supply and Vocational and Skilled Trade Scholarship-$1,000. Students who have been accepted to an accredited

trade school, vocational college, technical school or community college for the study of trade, craft, or labor occupations are

eligible. Must complete application, write essay, and provide transcript and one letter of recommendation. For more

information and applications go to https://www.purelandsupply.com/t-scholarship.aspx. Due Date: 6/01/2019

Projectorlamps.com Entrepreneurial Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors are eligible if planning to enroll as a Business major and

possibly becoming an entrepreneur and starting own business. Must complete application, write essay, and provide

transcript and one letter of recommendation. For more information and applications go to

https://www.projectorlamps.com/t-scholarship.aspx. Due Date: 6/01/2019

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 "Northanger Abbey can be described as a book about

books. There is, of course, the well-known 'defense of the novel,' but characters also discuss their reading habits, name

specific novels, and even consider history books. In her works, Austen often makes use of fiction, poetry or plays, either

explicitly or indirectly. Explore how she does this in Northanger Abbey." High school students may bring in another Austen

novel but are not required to do so. Submit essay online. For more information go to http://jasna.org/programs/essay-

contest/. Due Date: 6/03/2019, Midnight PDT

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://abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php. Due Date:

6/14/2019

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AmericanMuscle's Student Scholarship Program-Four $2,000 scholarships, offered spring and fall. Seniors planning to

pursue an automotive degree or related field of study are eligible. Must write essay of 700-1500 words "telling us who you

are and how you plan on using your automotive education to incite positive change and innovation within the custom car

industry" and submit proof of enrollment and essay to [email protected]. For more information go to

https://www.americanmuscle.com/scholarships.html. Due Date: Fall-6/15/2019, 12:00 p.m. EST

Global Lift Equipment Scholarship-Scholarship-$500. Seniors with at least a 2.5 GPA who are U. S. or Canadian residents and

are planning to attend a post-secondary institution in the U. S. or Canada in fall of 2019 are eligible. Must complete contact

information and submit a short story of less than 2,000 words. For more information and applications go to

https://usedforklifts.ca/index.php/used_inventory/2879/used_kalmar_forklifts_inventory_canada.php. Due Date:

6/15/2019

Women Forward in Technology Scholarship-Multiple $3,000 scholarships. Female seniors with a 3.5 GPA who are planning

to attend an accredited university in the US, in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) field are eligible. Must

complete application, write essay, and provide transcript and at least one recommendation letter. For more information and

applications go to https://www.distilnetworks.com/women-forward-in-technology-scholarship/. Due Date: 6/15/2019

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: 6/19/2019

Lift Parts Express Scholarship-$500. Students between ages 16-21 who have a 3.0 GPA and are U. S. or Canadian residents

are eligible. Must write essay on: "Going to college is a big financial commitment. Write an essay that outlines how much you

expect to spend to finish your schooling, how you intend to pay for your schooling, and what you expect your job to be once

you are finished your schooling." For more information and applications go to

http://www.forkliftpartswashington.com/forkliftparts.php. Due Date: 6/30/2019

Unigo Do-Over Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the fall of

2025 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: 6/30/2019

July

Lowell G. Beckens Scholarship-University of Florida-Scholarship is renewable if maintain a 3.0 GPA. Seniors who have been

accepted to UF and resided in Okaloosa County for the past two years are eligible. Must enter GatorLink user name and

password to access application. For more information and applications go to

http://undergrad.aa.ufl.edu/scholarships/undergraduate-scholarships/. Due Date: 7/01/2019

2019 Duck Brand Duct Tape Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest Grand Prize Dresses Category-Grand Prize Dress Category

$10,000; Grand Prize Tux Category $10,000; Eight Runners Up Prizes-$500 scholarships and Duck® Brand Prize Packs (ARV

$100 each) to the remaining Finalists in each of the Dress and Tux Categories. High school students who are at least 14 years

of age and legal residents are eligible. Must complete entry form and submit at least one high resolution photo wearing Duck

Tape® prom outfit. If under 18 yrs. old, have parent’s permission. For more information and entry forms go to

http://stuckatprom.com/. Due Date: Application period 4/01/2019-7/09/2019, 11:59:59 p.m. EDT

Resume Companion Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors planning to enroll in a university as full time students in fall of 2019 are

eligible. Must create resume based on the life of any fictional or non-fictional character, from TV, history, literature or myth,

attach resume to an email and include in body of email name, university planning to attend, and short explanation of whose

resume are submitting. Send to [email protected]. For more information go to

https://resumecompanion.com/scholarship/. Due Date: 7/15/2019

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Redfin Scholarship-$2,500. Seniors with a 3.5/4.0 GPA who are 18 years old and U. S. legal residents are eligible. Must

complete application and write a 300-500 word essay. Essays judged on thoughtfulness of response, quality of composition,

and grammatical accuracy. For more information and applications go to https://www.redfin.com/resources/scholarship.

Due Date: Fall application period 5/01/2019-7/31/2019

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 2025 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: 7/31/2019

AugustSugar Spun Scholarship-$500. Seniors planning to enroll in a college/university in the fall are eligible. Must write essay of no

more than 1,000 words answering one of three prompts (your most memorable meal; a life lesson learned through food; or

If you could sit down to a meal with any person in history, living or dead, who would you choose, and why? Include the food

that you would serve.) and provide proof of enrollment before scholarship awarded. Essays judged on originality, creativity,

style, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and adherence to prompt. For more information go to

https://sugarspunrun.com/scholarship/. Due Date: 8/01/2019, 11:59 p.m. EST

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 2025 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: 8/31/2019

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 2025 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: 9/30/2019

October

AES Engineering Scholarship-$500. Seniors are eligible. (Not required to take engineering courses.) Must write essay of 500-

1,000 words answering, "When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life

successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey?" Submit essay to

[email protected], including full name, name of school attending, and plans for next year. For more

information and applications go to http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.php. Due Date: 10/06/2019

Unigo Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship-$2,000. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are legal U. S.

residents and will enroll no later than fall of 2025 in accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online

response in 250 words or less to "Imagine that your high school or college has been overrun with zombies. Your math

professor, the cafeteria ladies, and even your best friend have all joined the walking dead. Flesh out a plan to avoid the

zombies, including where you’d hide and the top-five things you’d bring to stay alive." For more information go to

https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/zombie-apocalypse-scholarship. Due Date: 10/31/2019

November

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Unigo Education Matters Scholarship-$5,000. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are legal U. S.

residents and will enroll no later than fall of 2025 in accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online

response in 250 words or less to "What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn't matter, or that college is a

waste of time and money?" For more information, go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/education-

matters-scholarship. Due Date: 11/30/2019

December

Imagine America Foundation Scholarship-$1,000 scholarships. Seniors who will graduate in 2019 with a 2.5 GPA, financial

need, and voluntary community service during senior year are eligible. (Juniors who will graduate in 2020 may begin applying

in January of 2020.) Must become an Imagine America member, create a login and profile, complete application, and watch

Financial Planning Made Simple video. Guidance counselor will review application, and if approved, send on to school. For

more information, go to https://www.imagine-america.org/. Due Date: 12/31/2019

National Rifle Association Civil Defense Fund Youth Essay Contest-First place-$1,000, second place-$600, third place-$200,

and fourth place-$100. Ninth through twelfth grade students are eligible in the senior division. Must complete entry form,

write essay of about 1,000 words on "What Does The Second Amendment Mean to You?" and include a written statement

from a teacher or parent certifying that the essay is original work. For more information and entry forms go to

https://www.nradefensefund.org/contests-scholarships.aspx. Due Date: 12/31/2019

Unigo Top Ten List 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 2025 in accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online response in

250 words or less to "Create a Top Ten List of the top ten reasons you should get this scholarship." For more information, go

to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/top-ten-list-scholarship. Due Date: 12/31/2019

Unigo $10K Scholarship-$10,000. Students ages 13 or older at time of application and legal U. S. residents are eligible. Must

enroll no later than the fall of 2025 in a post-secondary institution of higher learning and submit online essay of 140

characters or less, including spaces, on "Imagine a historical figure is brought back to life. Who is it? What's their favorite

mobile app?" For more information, go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/unigo-10k-scholarship.

Due Date: 12/31/2019

January

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 2026 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: 1/31/2020

February

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 2026 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: 2/29/2020

Single Scholarship Sites-Due Dates VaryWalmart Associate Scholarship-Amounts vary. 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; high school senior or 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 http://giving.walmart.com/associate-scholarships. Due Date: if

have high school diploma or GED 3/01/2018, 6/01/2018, 8/31/2018, and 11/30/2018; if high school senior must apply

within six months of beginning college classes

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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/.

Discover Student Loans Scholarship Award Sweepstakes-Eleven $10,000 scholarships. Students and parents of eligible

seniors can enter random drawing. Must sign up to receive helpful tips on planning and paying for college at

https://scholarship.collegecovered.com/. No purchase or student loan necessary. For more information, go to

https://scholarship.collegecovered.com/. Due Date: End Periods for random drawings on 2/28/2019, 3/31/2019,

4/30/2019, 5/31/2019, 6/30/2019, 7/31/2019, 8/31/2019, 9/30/2019, 10/31/2019, 11/30/2019, 12/31/2019, and

1/31/2020 by 11:59 p.m. ET

$5,000 Nitro College Scholarship-Quarterly $5,000; Additional $1,000 if friend wins and uses your name to apply. Seniors

who are legal residents and are enrolling in the fall at an accredited college/university are eligible. Must complete survey,

respond to three short-answer questions, and participate in social media activity. For more information and applications go

to https://www.nitrocollege.com/nitro-scholarship-application. Due Date: 2/28/2019, 3/31/2019, 4/30/2019, 5/31/2019,

6/30/2019, 7/31/2019, 8/31/2019, 9/30/2019, 10/31/2019, 11/30/2019, and 12/31/2019

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Career and Technical Education Scholarships-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 be planning to attend a non-degree certificate program or vocational training

that is 12 months or less at a community college or private career school listed on College Navigator, have a 2.0 GPA and a

maximum family adjusted gross income (2017) not exceeding $98,000. Must register for an account, complete application,

and provide official transcript, 2017 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: The CTE scholarship

application is available all year and applications are processed every month. The entire process may take 5 weeks: Week 1

& 2: Complete and submit an application; Week 3: Application reviewed and processed; Week 4: Award decision emailed

to applicants; Week 5: Recipients complete Award Acceptance for scholarship payment

MyProjectLamps.com Scholarship-$1,000. Students fourteen years of age or older with a 3.0 GPA are eligible. Must write

cover letter and one page essay detailing ideas about use of multimedia and data visualization in K-12 classrooms, provide

transcript, and follow or ‘LIKE’ the MyProjectorLamps Facebook page. For more information go to

https://www.myprojectorlamps.com/scholarships.html. Due Date: Postmarked by 10/31/2018 for fall scholarship; by

4/15/2019 for spring scholarship

Great Value Colleges Community Service Scholarship-$1,500. Seniors who are U. S. citizens with a 3.0 GPA and have been

accepted at an accredited post-secondary U.S. institution are eligible. Must complete application; submit cover letter,

resume, two letters of recommendation, transcript, and ACT/SAT test scores; completed at least 40 hours of community

services; and write 1000-1500 word essay that describes favorite community project, involvement in project, and how

project enhanced and/or added value to college education. For more information and applications go to

https://www.greatvaluecolleges.net/community-service-scholarship/. Due Date: 11/15/2018, 7/15/2019

L. Ron Hubbard Illustrators of the Future Contest-Each quarter three prizes of $500; Quarterly winners compete for

additional $5,000. Amateur artists are eligible. Must submit entry of three illustrations in a color or black-and-white medium

created from the artist’s imagination and submit electronically by going to writersofthefuture.com/enter-the-illustrator-

contest, or by mail to L. Ron Hubbard’s Illustrators of the Future Contest, 7051 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, California

90028. For more information go to https://www.writersofthefuture.com/enter-the-illustrator-contest/. Due Date: By 11:59

p.m. PST on 12/31/2018, 3/31/2019, 6/30/2019, and 9/30/2019

L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future Contest-Each quarter prizes of $1000, $750, and $500; Quarterly 1st place winners

compete for additional $5,000. Amateur writers are eligible. Must submit entry of original works of prose up to 17,000 words

and send electronically by going to: writersofthefuture.com/enter-writer-contest, or by mailing to

L. Ron Hubbard’s Writers of the Future Contest, 7051 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, California 90028. For more information

go to https://www.writersofthefuture.com/enter-writer-contest/. Due Date: By 11:59 p.m. PST on 12/31/2018,

3/31/2019, 6/30/2019, and 9/30/2019

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GoTranscript Academic Scholarship Program-$1,000. High school seniors and college freshman are eligible. Must register

using college issued email; briefly write about self, goals, and answer questions; write 500-1,000 word essay about how

language has helped express your voice; and write email to [email protected] to proceed. For further information go to

https://gotranscript.com/scholarship-program. Due Date: Scholarship offered during Spring and Fall semesters (2017-

2022), and applications are accepted year-round

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/scholarships, https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-

college/grants-scholarships, http://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.

Multiple Scholarships-For scholarship opportunities go to https://www.petersons.com/#/sweeps-modal,

https://www.niche.com/, https://www.collegenet.com/elect/app/app, http://www.scholarshipmonkey.com/, and

https://www.collegeboard.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/college-

planning/college-scholarships/ for information and to register for free scholarship search.

Fun4EmeraldCoastKids.com Scholarships-Multiple scholarship opportunities for Bay, Okaloosa, and Walton County

students. For more information go to http://fun4emeraldcoastkids.com/Education-Childcare/Scholarship-Opportunities/.

FloridaNEXT.com Multiple Scholarships-Go to http://www.pageturnpro.com/Florida-Trend/86208-Florida-Trends-NEXT-

2018-2019/default.html#page/36 for multiple scholarship opportunities.

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 January 2018-April

2018

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

https://www.firstinspires.org/scholarships-overview.

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

https://tmcf.org/our-scholarships.

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.

Resources for Military Families-Organizations and resources may be found at https://couponfollow.com/research/discounts-

for-military-families.

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/.

Multiple Nursing Scholarships-For scholarship opportunities go to https://nurse.org/scholarships/.

NASA-For current contests and opportunities go to http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/current-opps-index.html.

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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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