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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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
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
3/14/2019
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)
3/14/2019
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
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
3/14/2019
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
3/14/2019
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
3/14/2019
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
3/14/2019
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
3/14/2019
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
3/14/2019
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
3/14/2019
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
3/14/2019
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
3/14/2019
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
3/14/2019
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
3/14/2019
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
3/14/2019
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,