National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME DEADLINE AWARD AMOUNT COCA-COLA SCHOLARS PROGRAM 10-31-2016 50 - $20,000 scholarships HORATIO ALGER NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP Application opens August 2016 10-30-2016 200 -$10,000 scholarships Multiple $7,000$22,000 awards Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION -Students are evaluated based on: demonstrated leadership skills commitment to the community academic achievement employment history GPA of 3.0 or higher APPLICATION Application is completed ONLINE at http://www.cocacolascholarsfoundation.org/applicants/# programs More information can be found at Eligibility: High school senior planning on attending college full time in the fall Commitment to completing a bachelor’s degree critical financial need ($55,000 or less adjusted gross income per family is preferred; if higher, an explanation must be provided) involvement in co-curricular and community activities 2.0 minimum GPA Procedures/Requirements: Letter of support. Official High School transcript Certifications Form. The form must be signed by the parent/guardian and the applicant's principal or vice principal prior to mailing. Copy of the front page of their parent/guardians 2009 individual federal tax return (1040, 1040A, 1040 EZ or 1099 SSA-Social Security Tax https://www.horatioalger.org/scholarshi ps/ The ONLINE application can be started here: https://www.horatioalger.org/scholarshi ps/newapplicants.cfm National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME DEADLINE YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR AWARD 12-18-2015 Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION AWARD AMOUNT $1,000-10,000 COLLEGE PEAS STUDENT STANDOUT COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP CAPPEX SCHOLARSHIPS $400-$500 Dates vary $5,000 (for the two scholarships mentioned) LEAD WITH YOUR HEART HIGH SCHOOL INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR (There are numerous other scholarships available on the Cappex Website) 1800wheelchair.com SCHOLARSHIP http://www.nfib.com/foundations/yef/ Young people who have demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit and initiative with college scholarship Dates vary 1-15-2016 2017 Not available yet $500 APPLICATION Eligibility: Senior who will enroll in a 4-year college 2.0 GPA Procedure Fill out application online Submit a short (no longer than 100 words) essay describing a special skill, talent or interest that helps you standout from your peers Each scholarship has its own unique qualifications; however, to apply for these and more CAPPEX scholarships you must first create a Cappex profile and then tell about your extracurricular, leadership, and volunteer experiences. There are many scholarships on this site. Criteria: enrolled at accredited high school or college Senior or college undergraduate Age 16 or older with GPA of 3.0 or above or call Cynthia Magnuson, 202-314-2036 or Cynthia.Magnuson@nfib.org For more information and to complete your scholarship application online, please visit http://www.collegepeas.com/money/ For more information on these and other CAPPEX scholarships go ONLINE to http://www.cappex.com/scholarships For more info: www.1800wheelchair.com National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME DEADLINE Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION AWARD AMOUNT JOHN F KENNEDY PROFILE IN COURAGE ESSAY 1-6-16 1st, 2nd, & 5finalists $10,000 - $500 Awards There is not a disability requirement. All are encouraged to apply. Please write a poem, in a style of your choosing, on the theme of overcoming a personal challenge. Please include a personal statement that gives us an idea of who you are and how your poem relates to a challenge you've faced. The poem and essay (combined) should run at 750 to 1,000 words, free feel to write a little more or less. Essays can be no more than 1,000 words. Citations and bibliography are not included in the word count. Essays must be the original work of the student. John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, and Edward M. Kennedy are not eligible subjects for essays. Essays must describe an act of political courage by a U.S. elected official that occurred during or after 1956, the publication date of Profiles in Courage. Essays must have a minimum of five sources, including one non-internet source. Eligibility: $ 1,000 – 3,000 Your application should include: Typed poetry submission, contact information, transcript For more important information go to Postmarked by 1-15-2016 2017 Not available yet Send application materials to : 1800wheelchair Scholarship 320 Roebling Street Suite 515 Brooklyn, NY 11211 Criteria: NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION *any high school senior or high school graduate, including GED who has not gone to college before * Has MS or a parent with MS * US Citizen http://www.jfklibrary.org/Education/Pr ofile-in-Courage-Essay-Contest Some info may be found in the Counseling Center For more information and the application: http://www.nationalmssociety.org/livin g-with-multiple-sclerosis/societyprograms-and- National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME DEADLINE Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION AWARD AMOUNT *Enrolled at least half time RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE U.S. SCHOLARSHIPS 1-20-2016 SPORTQUEST PLAYING WITH PURPOSE 2-1-2016 THE NATIONAL CO-OP SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Apply for one of 4 different types of scholarships $2,000 Eligibility: 155 - $6,000 scholarships (some renewable) services/scholarship/index.aspx Must apply online at http://rmhc.org/what-we-do/rmhc-u-sscholarships/ Be a high school senior Be younger than 21 years old Be eligible to attend a two- or four-year for more information about the program college, university or technical school http://www.rmhc.org/rmhc-uswith a full course of study scholarships Live in a participating RMHC Chapter’s geographic area Meet any additional eligibility requirements outlined by each scholarship program Criteria: To Apply: Applying student athletes must meet ALL of the following criteria: 1. Currently a high school sophomore, junior or senior 2. Maintains a minimum "C" grade average or higher 3. Currently a varsity level athlete in one or more sports 4. A committed follower of Jesus Christ 2-15-2016 APPLICATION Eligibility: 3.5 or better GPA Be accepted to one of the following colleges: Drexel University, Johnson & Wales University, Kettering University, Rochester Institute of Technology, www.playingwithpurpose.org for more info: info@sportquest.org For more information and to complete your scholarship application online, please visit http://www.co-op.edu National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME DEADLINE Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION AWARD AMOUNT APPLICATION University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, Wentworth Institute of Technology Participate in the co-op program at that college Procedures/Requirements Complete all required admissions applications material and be accepted for the 2011-2012 year at one of the participating colleges Complete the National Co-op Scholarship Program Application Include a typed one-page essay (500 words) describing why you have chosen to pursue a college cooperative education program THE CHRISTOPHERS POSTER CONTEST FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS 100 BLACK MEN OF AMERICA FUTURE LEADER SCHOLARSHIP GE – REAGAN FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM 1ST Place - $1,000 2nd and 3rd cash prizes 2/28/2015 $1,000 to $2,000 1-9-2016 20-$10,000 renewable 2/17/2016 2017 Not available yet Grades 9-12 Poster contest: poster must include the statement, “You can make a difference.” Must be original work www.christophers.org Undergraduate or hs student GPA 2.5 or higher 50 hours community service 600 word essay Leadership skills demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship at school, at home, at the workplace, and within the community be nominated by an eligible community www.100blackmen.org More information is available ONLINE at http://reaganfoundation.org/GE- National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME DEADLINE Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION AWARD AMOUNT THE AMERICAN LEGION EAGLE SCOUT OF THE YEAR AXA COMMUNITY ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP 3-1-2016 2-1-16 or when 10,000 applications have been received, whichever comes first $10,000 With 3 runnersup receiving $2500 each 12 - $2,000 scholarships available 2017 Not available yet leader, high school principal, elected official, coach, employer, teacher, counselor or religious leader; performance (3.0 GPA or greater) demonstrate financial need graduate from high school in Winter 2011 or Spring 2012 use scholarship funds for student tuition, room, and board while pursuing a bachelor’s degree at an accredited U.S. college or university in Fall 2012. Eligibility: Be a registered, active member of a Boy Scout Troop, Varsity Scout Team, or Venturing Crew chartered to an American Legion post, American Legion Auxiliary unit or Sons of the American Legion squadron OR the son or grandson of a Legionnaire or Auxiliary member Be an active member of his religious institution and must have received the appropriate Boy Scout religious emblem Have demonstrated practical citizenship in church, school, Scouting, and community APPLICATION RFScholarships Information is available ONLINE at http://www.michiganlegion.org/pages/s cholar.html or in the Counseling Center Application is available Online at Eligibility: Be a US citizen or legal resident Be a college bound senior Ambitious and motivated, as evidenced by outstanding achievement in school, community, or work activities. http://www.axa-equitable.com/axafoundation/AXA-achievementaccess.html National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME KOHLS SCHOLARSHIPS FOR YOUNG VOLUNTEERS DEADLINE Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION AWARD AMOUNT Criteria/Procedures: Store Winners: You MUST be nominated by an adult age $50 Kohls gift Nominations 21 or over. Your parents CAN nominate card; 200 regional accepted you. You may only be nominated ONCE. 1-30-2015 to awards of $1000; Associates of Kohls and their immediate Ten national 3-15-2015 family members are not eligible awards of $9000 2016 Not Volunteer activity that has occurred within available yet APPLICATION For more information, and to nominate a student, go to http://www.kohlscorporation.com/Com munityRelations/scholarship/index.asp the past year is the major factor in receiving the scholarship JACKIE ROBINSON FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP Open Nov. 1, 2015 and closes 2-15-2016 Amount Varies and can cover 4 years. Eligibility Be a graduating, minority high school senior; Plan to attend an accredited and approved four–year institution within the United States; Show leadership potential; Demonstrate a dedication to community service; Present evidence of financial need; Be a United States citizen; A minimum SAT score of 1,000 combined on the math and critical reading sections or a composite ACT score of 21; and Not possess a degree from a 2 or 4– year College when applying for the scholarship. Must submit online application: http://www.jackierobinson.org/ National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME DEADLINE AWARD AMOUNT BUICK ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM 2-29-2016 1000 - $2,000 scholarships renewable for four years 100 – full ride scholarships (up to $25,000 a year) renewable for four years ROSA PARKS SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION 3-1-3016 $2,000 Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION Eligibility: High school seniors who will enroll full time in an accredited four year college or university Major in a course of study that focuses on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math). Pursue a career in automotive or a related field Selection based upon: Academic achievement, Financial need, Participation and leadership in community, school activities, work experience, educational and career goals. Please note special consideration will be given to the following applicants: firstgeneration college, female, minority, military veteran or a dependent of military personnel. The majority of the scholarships will be awarded to students majoring in STEM fields, with a heavy emphasis on Engineering majors Eligibility/Procedures * Have a GPA of 2.5 or above * Describe financial need * Complete application and essay Document community activities * Confirm college admission to university or college prior to August 2013 Furnish official copies of high school transcript and ACT or SAT scores Furnish 3 letters of recommendation (at APPLICATION Application and more information is available ONLINE at https://buickachievers.scholarshipameri ca.org www.Rosaparksscholarship.org National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME MARINE CORPS SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION DEADLINE 3-1-2016 Application opens Jan. 1, 2016 Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION AWARD AMOUNT least one from a school representative, also suggest a clergy, community and/or civic representative MUST BE A CHILD OF ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: AMOUNT VARIES Active duty or reserve U.S. Marine; Veteran U.S. Marine who has received an honorable discharge, or was killed while serving in the U.S. Marine Corps; 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 in the U.S. Navy. Additionally, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria: GPA of at least 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale); Family adjusted gross income for the 2013 tax year that does not exceed $93,000. Non-taxable allowances are not included in determining adjusted gross income; Planning to attend an accredited undergraduate college or vocational/technical institution in the upcoming academic year, and pursuing their first associate's degree, bachelor's degree or first technical APPLICATION Apply online at: http://www.mcsf.org/apply National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME DEADLINE Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION AWARD AMOUNT APPLICATION certificate. Students attending Federal Service Academies or pursing graduate degrees are not eligible. THE HARRIET FITZGERALD SCHOLARHIP 2/1/2016 $10,000 FRAME MY FUTURE SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST $1,000 3/8/2016 young women planning to attend a Women’s college in US or Canada 3 letters of recommendation Online application at: http://www.thesunflowerinitiative.com/sc holarship/ judged on academic achievement, character, leadership and interests. Submit an original photo, collage, poem, drawing, painting. Online application at http://www.diplomaframe.com/contests/f rame-my-future-scholarship-contest2016.aspx National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME DEADLINE AWARD AMOUNT DAVID’S FATIH AND HOPE FOR LIFE FOUNDATION 3/16/2016 $2,500 Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS FOR STUDENTS OF PARENTS WITH DISABILITIES ALDINGER SCHOLARSHIP FUND Varies Postmarked by 3-1-16 3/28/2104 2015 not out yet High school seniors and provide any scholarship award letters letter of acceptance from the College/University you will be attending, official transcript of grades through at least the seventh semester of high school, a statement of seventh semester accumulative GPA, one or more letters of recommendation from your teachers, school faculty, or members of the community, and schedule for the semester to confirm credits. Criteria: Child of a parent with a disability Application, essay, transcript, letter of recommendation Any indivual that has received services from Highfields. Up to $1,000 APPLICATION Complete application available online http://faithhopelife.com For application: http://www.lookingglass.org/services/nati onal-services/scholarships http://highfields.org/wpcontent/uploads/2012/08/Aldinger-Letterand-Scholarship-fillable1.pdf National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME MILLIE BROTHER SCHOLARSHIP FOR HEARING CHILDREN OF DEAF ADULTS DEADLINE Due first Friday in April Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION AWARD AMOUNT TWO $ 3,000 Scholarships Criteria: Hearing son or daughter of deaf parents Essay on experience with deaf parents Transcript 2 letters of recommendation APPLICATION For application: http://codainternational.org/blog/scholarship/ SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO: Dr. Jennie E. Pyers Associate Professor of Psychology Wellesley College 106 Central St., SCI480 Wellesley, MA 02481 ATTN: Coda Scholarship Committee email: coda.scholarship@gmail.com Tel: 413-650-2632 LILLY REINTERGRATION SCHOLASHIP Deadline not listed varies Criteria: Be diagnosed with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder or major depressive disorder Be currently receiving medical treatment, including medication and psychiatric follow up or have doctor documentation Be actively involved in rehavilitative or reintergration efforts, such as club house membership, part-time/full-time employment, volunteer efforts or school enrollment Be US Citizen and 18 years old or older To apply go to : www.reintegration.com or call 800-809-8202 National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME DEADLINE AWARD AMOUNT AICPA / ACCOUNTTEMPS STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPs April 1, 2015 10 - $2,500 DISCUS AWARDS SCHOLARSHIP Varies – Scholarships given monthly program ends Many scholarship listings varies $2,000 5-31-2015 STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION $1000 Must be pursuing an accounting-related degree Plans on pursuing the CPA licensure Accepted to a university, full-time Must have completed 30 hours of college coursework, including 6 credits in accounting by end of Spring 2014 Maintain a 3.0 GPA Procedures/Requirements: Select three areas that you’re passionate about write 750 characters or less about your activities in each area (you may also use images and videos) Provide a reference. Submit form To be eligible you: Must be under 21 years of age There are various scholarship opportunities available. Go to the website for further details APPLICATION Apply online: http://www.aicpa.org/BecomeACPA/Sc holarships/Pages/default.aspx Direct questions to : scholarships@aicpa.org More information about the discus awards can be found at http://www.discusawards.com/how_it_ works.php The nomination form is available at https://www.discusawards.com/nomina te.php?self=1&action=step1 To fill out the ONLINE application click on the link below: http://www.studentscholarships.org/sch olarship.php National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME DEADLINE AWARD AMOUNT THE BIG DIG SCHOLARSHIP 12-31-2012 $3000 discontinued AES Engineers 10-7-2015 $500 Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION Eligibility/Procedures Senior planning on entering college in the fall Student must submit an essay about an item you buried that still will have immense value 200 years from now. Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluated the essays that are submitted. APPLICATION More information, including a detailed description of the required essay, is available ONLINE at http://www.antiquetrader.tv/studentsch olarship.php http://www.aesengineers.com/sc holarships.htm for more information: scholarships@aesengineers.com Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible. 3/31/2015 ENGINEERING FOR YOU VIDEO CONTEST Looks like program ended GRAND PRIZE *Produce a 1-2 minutes video showing the world how you see engineering enhancing quality of life and serving the needs of society *Open to middle school, high school, general public $25,000 Info: http://www.nae.edu/e4u/ To enter: www.e4uvideocontest.org National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME WyzAnt COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY CONTEST DEADLINE 5/1/2016 Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION AWARD AMOUNT Multiple cash prizes CASTLE INK PAPERLESS SCHOLARSHIP WHAT WOULD YOU CHANGE POETRY SCHOLARSHIP SLAM 5/1/2014 $1,000 Program may have ended 4/11/2014 $1,000 APPLICATION Apply at Open to students who plan on starting college between Aug. 1, 2014 – Nov. 1, http://www.wyzant.com/Scholarships/ 2016 300 word essay “if you could teach everyone in the world one thing, what would it be?” 2 WAYS TO APPLY: Using a social media site, post something inspirational about recycling and link to Castle Ink OR Make something out of ink catridges, laser toner or an old printer and send photo For information and to apply: *25 Years old or younger, current or former high school student who will or is attending college *submit original poem For information and to apply: Open to K-12 Draw your own doodle about “If you could invent one thing to make the For info and to apply http://www.castleink.com/category/717 /Castle-Ink-Paperless-Scholarship.html http://www.powerpoetry.org/poetryslams/what-would-you-changescholarship-slam Program may have ended 2015 DOODLE FOR GOOGLE COMPETITION 3/20/15 $30,000 http://www.google.com/doodle4google National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME DEADLINE Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION AWARD AMOUNT APPLICATION world a better place” PROJECT YELLOW LIGHT COMPETITION TOYATA TEEN DRIVER VIDEO CHALLENGE 4/1/2016 3/7/2016 First place $5,000 Second and third place cash prizes First place $15,000 Second and third place cash prizes “GO ENNOUNCE YOURSELF” SCHOLARSHIP By the end of each month $2,000 NO ESSAY SCHOLARSHIP deadline varies $500 $2,000 REFER A FRIEND TO FASTWEB $500 For rules and to enter: Shoot a video to encourage friends to avoid distracted driving. http://projectyellowlight.com/ Must be graduating senior or full-time college student Video must be exactly 25 or 55 seconds Open to students at least 13 years old in For rules and to enter: 9th through 12th grade http://www.toyotateendriver.com/teens/ 60-90 second video on helping teens video-challenge make better choices while driving Must be enrolled in high school or currently/planning to enroll in college Share what is happening in school for you and have a change to win monthly drawing https://www.goennounce.com/static/sc holarship All high school and college students and adults seeking to go to college Register on the site for monthly chances https://colleges.niche.com/scholarship/ apply.aspx?source=discus Create a fastweb profile Other scholarships available here http://www.fastweb.com/login National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME WOULD YOU RATHER GAME ABOUT PERSONAL FINANCE VSA ARTS PLAYWRIGHT DISCOVERY AWARD HOW DO YOU MAKE COLLEGE CHEAPER SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE varies 4/28/2014 AWARD AMOUNT Up to $3,000 5 - $1,000 Appears to have ended 4/28/2015 $500 DUTCHCRAFTERS AMISH 5/1/2015 FURNITURE HERITAGE SCHOLARSHIP STUDENT OF THE MONTH CONTEST Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION Each month 3 - $500 $1,000 Play a “Would you rather” game about personal finances with your friends via text messaging for a chance to win money For 6th – 12th grade, team or individual Write an original 1 act play of less than 40 pages incorporating the idea of disabilities. Must attend a weekend intensive in August to receive award Answer the question, “how do you make college cheaper?’ and post to social media. Creativity counts. Winner selected randomly on May 1st Enrolled or accepted for enrollment in college 3.0 or higher GPA Financial need – do FAFSA essay APPLICATION To register and play: http://www.dosomething.org/wyr www.vsarts.org http://cheapscholar.org http://www.dutchcrafters.com/heritagescholarship Tell them why you are passionate about http://studentofthemonth.org education and how you would spend $1,000 towards your education Open to high school and college National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME DEADLINE Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION AWARD AMOUNT APPLICATION students MOODY’S MEGA MATH CHALLENGE CONTEST See website for current deadlines Amount varies NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE EDUCATION OF HOMELESS CHILDREN AND YOUTH LeTendre EDUCATION FUND Applications accepted Dec. 1, 2012 through June 14, 2013 2- $1,500 nationally 2014 not available yet A team competition open to juniors and http://m3challenge.siam.org/ seniors Team will solve a math related problem Student is currently or has experienced homelessness during their school attendance. According to federal law, a person is considered homeless who “lacks a fixed, regular, and adequate night-time residence”. This includes people living in shelters, cars, motels, campgrounds or places not meant for human habitation, as well as children and youth who are living with friends or relatives temporarily because they lack permanent housing. Have demonstrated average to higher than average achievement Submit application with essay, transcript Minimum of one letter of recommendation Students who have not reached their 21st birthday by Sept. 1, 2013 and who have enrolled in G ED or other alternative education program or recent graduates/GED recipients. Applications are available in the counseling center or at www.naehcy.org/letendre_app.html or to receive one by email, call 757-2217776 National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME DEADLINE Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION AWARD AMOUNT APPLICATION completed no more than two years of college are eligible to apply. Applicants may be high school seniors, students Who is Eligible June 1, 2016 $1,000 ATHNET SCHOLARSHIP Must be a current or former athlete at the high school or college level. Must be a current college student or high school senior entering college Email your essay and other required information to scholarships@athleticscholarships.net. How to Enter Write a 400-500 word essay describing how the lessons you have learned through playing sports have positively impacted you as you pursue your college education. What to Include Your Full Name Email Address Post Address University Year to Graduate college Phone Number Brief Personal bio Any questions can be directed to scholarships@athleticscholarships.net Webiste: http://www.athleticscholarships.net/scholar ship-contest.htm National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME DEADLINE Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION AWARD AMOUNT WILLIAM J. SCHULZ 2013 ESSAY CONTEST AMERICAN ASSOCIATION ON HEALTH AND DISABILITY June 1, 2013 Check in Feb. 2014 For contest 11-15-2016 $200 - $3,000 APPLICATION Your essay Describe a moment when you stood up for Freethought and/or that made you proud to be a freethinker (atheist/agnostic/nonbeliever) A freethinker is “one who forms his or her opinion about religion based on reason, rather than faith, tradition or authority.” College-bound High school senior 500-700 word essay Essay application must be both mailed and emailed by deadline. Criteria: must be enrolled as a full time in an undergraduate school (freshman or greater status) or be enrolled part time or full time in a graduate school, and have a documented disability and provide documentation of their disability. (Applicants who have not yet graduated from high school will not be considered.) US citizen or legal resident living in the US and enrolled in an accredited United States university. Email essay to highschoolessay@ffrf.org Guidelines: www.ffrf.org/outreach/student-essaycontests Mail to : High School Essay Contest FFRF P.O. Box 750 Madison, WI 53701 Apply at: http://www.aahd.us/initiatives/scholarshi p-program/ Please attach your application, supporting materials, etc. and email to: scholarship@aahd.us. Scholarship Committee American Association on Health and Disability 110 N. Washington Street, Suite 328-J Rockville, MD 20850 National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME DEADLINE AWARD AMOUNT Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION APPLICATION Preference will be given to students majoring in public health, disability studies, disability research, health promotion or a field related to disability and health. must provide a Personal Statement (maximum 3 pages, double spaced) must provide two (2) Letters of Recommendation (One must be from a teacher or academic advisor). Applicant must agree to allow AAHD to use their name, picture and/or story in future scholarship materials. HEMOPHELIA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS varies various Scholarships available for students with bleeding disorders http://www.hemophiliafed.org/programs/ educational-scholarships/ http://www.hemophiliascholarships.org/ https://www.kelleycom.com/scholarships. html ABBOTT AND FENNER BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP June 10, 2016 $1,000 The A&F Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary. Application Procedure for 2015 To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay on the topic below. The essay should be between 500 and 1000 words. Your submissions must be sent to us by email at: scholarships@abbottandfenner.com Describe your educational career and life goals. Explain your plan for achieving these goals. Include your degree/major, why you For more information: http://www.abbottandfenner.com/sc holarships.htm National SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP NAME DEADLINE AWARD AMOUNT Updated 1/15/15 DESCRIPTION selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals. APPLICATION