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ISSUE NO. 6
WINDSOR FOREST HIGH SCHOOL MARCH 2012
Choosing Colleges:
Georgia has many strong public colleges and universities, but keep an open mind. You
might be doing a disservice to yourself if you don’t consider some of the fine colleges
and universities out of state or the many private schools in Georgia. Don’t assume that
attending a local public school will be the least expensive option. Many of our students
receive large scholarship awards and/or financial aid offers from private schools, which
can make the actual costs similar to public schools.
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When you apply to college, you must send an official transcript (except Georgia Tech).
Please see Ms. Guess, guidance clerk to have transcripts sent. The first two are free, and
then they cost $2 each thereafter. If you need to have counselor report forms or
recommendation forms completed, please tell Ms. Guess when you order your
transcripts. She can help you to make the arrangements. Remember that you need to
have a signed transcript release form on file before we can send transcripts. Please note
that SAT/ACT scores are not part of your transcript. The vast majority of schools require
that official scores be sent through College Board and ACT.
SAT/ACT Prep:
The following sites offer free prep programs: www.domesatreview.com,
www.number2.com, and www.gacollege411.org.
For more scholarship information, use these websites:
www.fastweb.com www.scholarships.com
www.ecampustours.com es.armstrong.edu/finaid/bultn_brd.html
www.college.gov www.needalift.org
For information about college finance, as well as college admission information
and applications, we suggest that you visit www.gacollege411.org. They have great
resources.
*SCHOLARSHIPS*
1.
Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) Scholarship Information:
Entering students may be eligible for academic, artistic, and need-based awards.
For fall 2012 (September) enrollment priority admission and scholarship
consideration, early application is encouraged. For more information, visit:
www.scad.edu/scholarships.
2.
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College: A scholarship program for
seniors who are interested in pursuing a career in a Science, Technology,
Engineering, or Mathematics field. Eligibility requirements and application
materials are available at ww.abac.edu/sm/assets.
3.
Abbott & Fenner Scholarship
Amount: Up to $1,000 for the winner(s)
Criteria: Essay
Application Process: www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
4.
High School Innovator of the Year
Amount: $5,000
Criteria: Must have invented something or improved a process.
Application Process: www.cappex.com/scholarships
5.
Ronald Regan Foundation Scholarship Amount: Twenty renewable
awards of $10,000 per year Criteria: Must request to be nominated by a school
or community official Application Process:
http://www.reaganfoundation.org/scholars-program.aspx
6.
Navy NROTC: This scholarship is worth $180,000. For more information,
visit https:www.nrotc.navy.mil. (Notice the “s” in https, also when you get
to the site your computer will give a warning about a “security certificate”. Click
the link to continue to the website. The military does not pay the private
companies to verify their website security.)
7.
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
Amount: Up to $7,500 annually
Criteria: Minority students, community service, financial need, 1000 SAT
(CR+M) or 22 ACT Application Process:
http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/application.php
8.
College Prowler “No Essay” Scholarship
Amount: $2,000
Criteria: Fill out an online form. One winner is selected at random each month.
Application Process:
http://campuslife.collegeprowler.com/the_scholarship.asp
Deadline: Monthly
9.
StudentScholarhships.org: Seniors log on to this website for scholarship
applications. There are many different opportunities for “free” money with
different application deadlines. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Herbert.
10.
NSA Educational Scholarship Program: Seniors who are interested in a
career path right out of high school with the National Security Agency.
Graduating seniors must be US citizens, security clearance eligibility, minimum
SAT score of 1600 and ACT score of 25, a planned computer science or
computer/Electrical Engineering College major and 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 grading
scale. Interested seniors should apply at NSAcareers.com.
11.
MILITARY SCHOLARSHIP OPPOURTUNITIES: To apply and learn more
about these scholarships, visit the following websites: Georgia Military
Scholarship http://www.northgeorgia.edu/cadetscholarships; Student
Service scholarship Program
http://www.gmc.cc.ga.us/page.php?page_id=193#1; West Point:
http://www.nationalguard.com/career/lead-from-the-top/westpoint; Guaranteed Reserve Forces Duty Scholarship:
http://www.rotc.usaac.army.mil/command/ng/ng_GRFDscholarship
s.html
12.
Wake Forest University has an opportunity for minority students to attend its
MBA program for FREE, and so far, the response has been very poor. See the
detail below, the contact person is: Derrick S. Boone, Ph.D., Associate Professor
of Marketing, Rm. 3139 Worrell Professional Center, Babcock Graduate School of
Management – Wake Forest University_ WINSTON_SALE N.C 27109-8738
email: derrick.boone@mba.wfu.edu or visit www.wfu.edu phone# toll
free (866) 925-3622.
13.
Black Male Teachers needed. Do you know any Black Males who are seniors
in high school who want to go to college out of state for FREE? The CALL ME
MISTER program offered by 4 historical black colleges in South Carolina,
Benedict College, Claflin University, Morris College and South Carolina State
University – visit the www.callmemister.clemson.edu/index.htl details
online application or call 1.800.640.2657.
14.
Harvard University is offering free tuition to families of HONOR STUDENTS
and their income is less than $125,000 per year. Visit
www.fao.fas.harvard.edc or call 617.495.1581.
15.
Syracuse University School of Architecture is desperately seeking young
women and men of color interested in pursuing a 5 yr. professional degree in
Architecture. Contact: Mark Robbins, Dean School of Architecture, 201 Slocum
Hall, Syracuse, NY 13244-1250 (315) 443-256 www.soa.syr.edu/indes.php
16.
APPLY NOW - If you have/know young adults between the ages of 1831 with a High School Diploma. Can earn up to $100,000 and earn
benefits. The Federal Aviation Association is taking application for Air Traffic
Controller School visit the website
www.faa.gov/jobs_opportunities/airtrafficcontroller/
17.
DISTINGUISHED YOUNG WOMEN. Scholarship program that promotes
and rewards scholarships, leadership and talent in young women. Apply at
www.DistinguishedYW.org or call Sondra Barnes at 912-233-6131.
18.
THE EXCHANGE CLUB of SAVANNAH-$500-$2000. Month/Year
program (6 total). Essay is required in final competition. Candidates must be
qualified for graduation. See Ms Herbert for application instructions.
19.
SUNTRUST OFF TO COLLEGE SCHOLARSHP SWEEPSTAKES -$1000.
Seniors should register at www.offtocollege.info beginning SEPTEMBER
16th and ENDING MAY 11th.
20.
ScholarshipExperts.com
Amount: Varies
Application Process: http://www.scholarshipexperts.com
21.
THE ART INSTITUTE is offering scholarships for DESIGN, FASHION,
PHOTOGRAPHY, AND CULINARY. Interested seniors need to apply at
www.artinstitues.edu and click on “your guide to scholarships” located at
the lower left hand side of the school’s home page. Deadline for applications
is indicated on websites (Jan-Feb 2012).
22.
Grady Young Foundation, INC: Scholarship available to graduating
high school seniors who will further their education at an institution
of higher learning. For eligibility requirements and application visit
www.gradyyoungfoundation.org. Application deadline is March 1,
2012.
23.
Dr. Arnita Young Boswell Scholarship: Student must enter an
accredited college or University in 2012. Apply at
http://www.studentsscholarships.org/scholarship.php. Application
deadline is March 1st.
24.
The Goizueta Foundation Scholars Fund: Full ride scholarship for seniors
who are interested in attending Georgia State University. Apply on line at
http://www.gsu.edu/scholarships/1391.html Applicants must apply
for admission to the University by March 1, 2012.
25.
Armstrong University Dollars For Scholars: Applications for this very
competitive scholarship are available in the counseling office. An essay is
required, and the application is due by March 1, 2012. For other Armstrong
University scholarship information, please see their scholarship document
online: www.armstrong.edu/images/finaid/scholarships.pdf?
26.
Society of Professional Journalists Essay Scholarship: Students must
be enrolled in grades 9-12 in U.S. Public, private and home schools. Students
must submit original work and have a sponsoring teacher sign the entry form.
Applications can be found at
http://www.studentschoarships.org/scholarship.php Application
deadline is March 8th.
27.
Georgia Military Scholarship: To apply for N. Georgia College and State
University, seniors apply at www.northgeorgia.edu/cadetscholarships or
contact your local Georgia Army National Guard Recruiter. Application
deadline is March 10th.
28.
Georgia Fire & Sprinkler Essay Contest
Amount: Three awards in the amounts of $1,500, $1,000, and $750
Criteria: 700-1,000 word essay
Application Process: http://georgiafiresprinkler.org/contest.php
Deadline: March 12th
29.
National Institutes of Health (NIH): This four-year scholarship
program is for incoming freshman, fall 2012 with a STEM major.
Requirements: GPA 3.0+; Enrolled as an incoming SSU freshman, Major in
STEM Discipline, interested in STEM research. To apply, visit SSU website.
Deadline: March 15, 2012.
30.
SEIS Scholarship: Students who have applied and been admitted to Savannah
State University under regular admissions requirements are eligible to apply.
Based on applicant pool students will be chosen for an interviewed and selected
based on President’s recommendation to the Board of Education. Once selected
for the scholarship individuals will be contacted by a university official for further
instructions. In addition, students will be required: APPLICATION
DEADLINE - March 15, 2012.
31.
Wharton Sports Business Academy: Rising High School juniors and
seniors. For more information and application, please log on to
www.whartonsportsbiz.org/businesseducation-wsba.html.
Application deadline is March 15th.
32.
GBAA-Georgia Business Aviation Association and Foundation: 2012
Scholarship Program for Aviation (Flight, Maintenance, Management,
Operations, Engineering) to complete an application, log on to
www.gbaa.org/scholarships. Application deadline is March 15th.
33.
KIDS’ CHANCE OF GEORGIA, INC. Scholarships are awarded for one
academic year. For application requirements, log on to
www.kidschancega.org. Application deadline is March 15th.
34.
Kids Who Care Scholarship: This is a scholarship to acknowledge active
volunteers. For more information, log on to www.jrleaguesav.org (under
community impact). Application deadline is March 15th.
35.
SPAACC Scholarships: Student must be at least 16 years old at time of
application, beginning full-time study at an accredited post-secondary
educational institution in the US in Fall 2012. Apply online at
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php. Application
deadline is March 16th.
36.
Delta Sigma Theta, Inc. Scholarship: Ladies who will be graduating this
year, with a 3.5 or higher GPA, and have a financial need, please see Ms.
Herbert in L-1 for an academic excellence application. Ladies with a 3.0 or higher
GPA, a minimum of 100 hrs of community service, and have a financial need,
please see Ms. Herbert in L-1 for a community service scholarship application.
Application deadline March 23, 2012.
37.
Top Ladies of Distinction: Interested graduates, who are planning to enroll at
Savannah State University, see Ms. Herbert for an application. Students must
have a minimum GPA of 2.8 and submit a SAT or ACT score. Application
deadline is March 26, 2012.
38.
The Savannah Bar Association: Senior with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5
but less than 3.0, a minimum of 1000 on combined verbal and math portion of
the SAT, performed community service that exceeds the minimum required by
the high school and a completed copy of an application, signed, dated an
notarized should apply. Please see Ms. Herbert for an application. Application
deadline is March 30, 2012.
39.
St. Francis-Turner-Hathaway Scholarship Fund: Senior with a
cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 but less than 3.0, a minimum of 1000 on
combined verbal and math portion of the SAT, performed community service that
exceeds the minimum required by the high school and a completed copy of an
application, signed, dated an notarized should apply. Please see Ms. Herbert for
an application. Application deadline is March 30, 2012.
40.
Image Builders Foundation Memorial Scholarship: Interested
applicants must be a resident of Georgia, graduate of high school,
enrolled in accredited college or university, GPA 3.5+; class rank
must be in top 10%; Family annual income must be below three times
the poverty level. For application, see Ms. Herbert. Application
package must be postmarked no later than Monday, April 2, 2012.
41.
Oh, the Places You’ll Go! Scholarship
Amount: $5,000
Criteria: One page essay
Application Process: http://www.ohtheplaces.org
Deadline: April 6th
42.
Visine Students with Vision Scholarship: High school students with a 2.8
GPA or higher must submit an online application via
aim.applyists.net/Vision. Application deadline is April 16th.
43.
2012 Student-View Scholarship Program: Offering $10,000 worth of
scholarships to high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year college,
community college or career school. No minimum SAT/ACT score or GPA, No
essay, No lengthy application or application fees. Interested senior should log on
to www.student-view.com and complete application survey. Scholarship
deadline is April 22, 2012.
44.
National Academy of American Scholars: Seniors must possess a
cumulative GPA of at least a “C” or higher at time of application; must plan on
using funds for an educational, humanitarian, scientific, and/or theologicalbased endeavor; applicant must excel in character, integrity, leadership, and
demonstrate an ability to follow written instructions. To obtain a current NAAS
information packet, visit http://www.naas.org. Campaign ends May 1st.
45.
Georgia Federal Credit Union College Scholarship: Seniors who are
dependents of a Ga. Federal Credit Union member. Please see Ms Herbert for
more information. Application deadline is May 4th.
46.
Georgia Heritage Federal Credit Union Scholarship: To learn about
requirements and considerations, log on to www.gaheritagefcu.org
under “Education Center.” Application deadline must be submitted
by May 4th.
47.
NIBIB SCHOLARSHIP: Graduates with a 3.0+ GPA, incoming fall semester
2012 freshman at Savanna State, majoring in a STEM discipline and US Citizen
qualify for this scholarship. Interested applicants see Ms. Herbert in L-1 for a
scholarship. Application deadline is May 5, 2012.
48.
SOUTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP: Interested
seniors must submit an autobiography, two letters of recommendation, an
official transcript, SAT or ACT scores, and an individual photo. For an
application, see Ms. Herbert. Application must be postmarked by March
15th.
49.
American Society of Military Comptrollers: Scholarship for seniors who
plan to pursue a degree in a financial management field of study ( i.e. business
administration, economics, accounting, finance, operations, research or
computer science). Please see Ms. Herbert for an application. Application
deadline is Mat 15th.
50.
The Extend the Dream Scholarship: Scholarship based on financial need,
academic achievement, and community service. Applicant must be a 2012
graduate, attend a regionally accredited technical, community or four-year
college, 2.75 GPA for grades 9-12, community service/leadership qualities, and
submit ACT and/or SAT scores. Interested students should apply online at
www.sacac.org. Application deadline is May 25, 2012.
51.
Blood Alliance Scholarship
Amount: Twenty awards of $750
Criteria: Essay, participation in SAA Blood Alliance blood drives
Application Process: http://www.igiveblood.com/donorlink/scholarship-challenge Deadline: June 25th
52.
Scholarship Renewed-2012: For more information and for scholarship
application, visit http:/.www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm.
Application deadline is October 5, 2012
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