COLLEGE-CAREER CENTER SCHOLARSHIPS
UPDATED:
as of October 15
Available on the web @:
http://www.mcps.k12.md.us/schools/gaithsbghs/depts/ccenter/
Click on the Quick Link: Scholarships & Financial Aid
SCHOLARSHIPS AND PROGRAMS
The listing below provides scholarship opportunities for students available throughout the year. The listing is divided
into 2 sections: CURRENTLY AVAILABLE & OFFERED ANNUALLY. Information and applications for the
scholarships may be available in the College-Career Center on in some cases on the internet (websites provided). The list
below reflects only some of the many scholarship opportunities available to students.
scholarship search engines.
Students should research websites and
Scholarships are for SENIORS only unless other grades are specified. New scholarships are available every month.
Students should apply to every scholarship for which they qualify, following instructions carefully and submitting very
strong and absolutely correct essays.
Visit SCHOLARSHIP CENTRAL in the college/career center for scholarship applications, unless otherwise noted.
Scholarships are located in the files labeled SCHOLARSHIPS FOR THE BLUE & GOLD divided by three categories;
minority, private organizations or college/university. The scholarship application location is noted in (parentheses) with
the scholarship description.
SCHOLARSHIP NAME & DESCRIPTION
DEADLINE DATE
LISTING SAMPLE:
NAACP SCHOLARS – open to SENIORS; applicants must have a weighted GPA of at least
3.0; applicants should have participated in extracurricular activities, church and/or community activities; transcript,
references and essay required; CLICK HERE to download the application; DEADLINE TO APPLY – FEBRUARY 21
(LIMITED # OF APPLICATIONS – PRIVATE ORGANIZATION)
INDICATES FIRST TIME IN WEB PUBLICATION.
APPLICATION LOCATION IN THE SCHOLARSHIPS
FOR THE BLUE & GOLD FILES IN THE CENTER.
GHS Students! Look for this symbol. These scholarships are opportunities especially for you! Scholarship
recipients will be selected from Gaithersburg High School.
MARYLAND STATE TUITION FEE WAIVER PROGRAM: The Maryland State Tuition Fee Waiver program provides
tuition for foster children at pubic Maryland colleges and universities through the Maryland Higher Education Commission.
Under this program you attend a public college or university and do not have to pay tuition. You are eligible if:
 You are a youth in foster care who was in a Maryland foster home placement at successful completion of high
school;
 You are a youth adopted from Maryland foster care at age 14 or older;
 You are a youth in foster care who was in a Maryland foster home placement at successful attainment of GED
(General Education Development)
 You are a youth no longer in foster care, but was in a Maryland foster home placement at the time of successful
completion of high school of GED;
 You are accepted at a public Maryland college or university;
 You have completed the Free Application for Student Federal Aid (FAFSA) package on or before March 1st of the
year you plan to attend school;
 You complete our educational studies within five (5) years of when you start
How to Apply: Once enrolled as a degree-seeking student at a Maryland public two or four year higher education
institution, you must imply inform your financial aid officer that you are a foster child or former foster child. CLICK HERE
to download the Maryland State brochure.
The State of Maryland also has the Chafee Education & Training Voucher made available through the Chafee Foster Care
Independence Program. CLICK HERE to download the informational brochure.
UPLIFT SCHOLARSHIP FUND is now accepting applications. Scholarships range from $400 to $4,000. Students
attending undergraduate, graduate, trade, technical, junior college, medical or business school may apply. Applicants
should be able to demonstrate extracurricular activities; have a minimum GPA of 2.5; two recommendations required;
official transcript required; essay of 250 words on the topic “Why Education Is Important To Me” or “How I Will Use My
Education To Benefit Others”; must be a US citizen; applicants must be between the ages of 11 and 25; ACT, PSAT, and
SAT scores are optional; all finalists will be interviewed. To submit your application online visit www.upliftscholarship.org
or e-mail funding@upliftscholarship.org. For more information on the Uplift Scholarship Fund contact the fund at P.O. Box
957195, Duluth, GA 30096 or call 1.888.887.5438.
Are you interested in a 4-YEAR ARMY ROTC SCHOLARSHIP?
Apply online at: http://www.rotc.usaac.army.mil/scholarship_HPD2/fouryear/index.htm.
$$ CURRENTLY AVAILABLE –
LISTED BY SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE date
WHERE IS THE APPLICATION? Visit SCHOLARSHIP CENTRAL in the college/career information center for
scholarship applications, unless otherwise noted. Scholarships are located in the files labeled SCHOLARSHIPS FOR
THE BLUE & GOLD divided by three categories; MINORITY, PRIVATE ORGANIZATION & COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY.
The scholarship application location is noted in (parentheses) AFTER the scholarship description.
HERB BLOCK FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP – open to RISING SENIORS; applicant must be US citizen or permanent
resident; applicant must be a high school senior as of September; planning to attend a 2-year college in Maryland, DC or
Virginia; application and eligibility requirements can be found at http://www.herbblockfoundation.org.
WAL*MART SCHOLARSHIPS – open to SENIORS; WAL*MART offers a number of scholarships; the complete list and
application instructions are available at www.walmartfoundation.org. Look for the scholarship link. CLICK HERE to see
the complete list of scholarships and online application access information; DEADLINE TO APPLY – VARIES WITH
SCHOLARSHIP (APPLY ONLINE)
SEPTEMBER
AES ENGINEERS SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS; applicants are not required to be taking Engineering courses to
be eligible; students must submit an essay of no more than 1000 words in answer to one of the two questions that are
posted on the website: http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.php; $500 award; DEADLINE FOR ENTRY –
SEPTEMBER 15 (ONLINE APPLICATION)
OCTOBER
WENDY’S HIGH SCHOOL HEISMAN – open to SENIOR ATHLETES; applicant must have at least a B
average and have participated in at least one of the 32 sports officially sanctioned by the National Federal of State High
Schools; online application; www.wendysheisman.com; DEADLINE TO APPLY – OCTOBER 1 (online application must
be submitted by the student no later than 5:00 pm, central time, on October 1 Each student must have their online
application reviewed and confirmed by a school representative)
NOVEMBER
RON BROWN SCHOLAR PROGRAM – open to AFRICAN AMERICAN SENIORS who excel academically,
show exceptional leadership potential and make an impact on their communities through service to others; awards up to
$10,000 renewable merit-based; applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents; CLICK HERE for application
instructions; CLICK HERE to download the application; DEADLINE TO APPLY – NOVEMBER 1 (DOWNLOAD
APPLICATION)
MORE $$ INFO: LOOK FOR THESE $$ OPPORTUNITIES IN THE COMING MONTHS!
WHEN
ANY OF THE SCHOLARSHIPS LISTED BELOW BECOME AVAILABLE THEY WILL BE LISTED BY
DEADLINE DATE IN THE CURRENTLY OFFERED SECTION OF THIS LISTING.
AFFIRM (Assoc. for Federal Information Resources Management Technology) SCHOLARSHIP – open to seniors
with an interest in some aspect of Information Resource Management (IRM) or Information Technology (IT); applicant
must have financial need; minimum 3.0 GPA; $4,000 award; visit http://www.affirm.org. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN APRIL
ALL-MET SCHOLARS (Washington Metropolitan Scholars) – open to African American seniors who excel
academically; several scholarship opportunities are available; seniors are nominated and apply online; visit
http://www.achancetoshine.org. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN NOVEMBER
ALPHA PHI ALPHA PAUL ROBESON SCHOLARSHIP - open to well rounded students who can demonstrate financial
need; 500-word essay; official transcript and letters of recommendation required; interview. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN
MARCH
ANISHA SHETTY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP – open to seniors; applicant must be a member of the GHS
varsity soccer team; minimum 3.0 GPA; strong leadership; outstanding character; involvement in school &
community activities; one male and one female students selected; $1,000 award. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN
MARCH
ASIAN AMERICAN EDUCATION ASSOC. OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY – open to seniors of Asian or Pacific Island
descent who plan to teach; transcript; test scores, letters of recommendation; essay required; LOOK FOR THIS $ IN
APRIL
BILL BRUBAKER SCHOLARSHIP - open to seniors planning to attend a Maryland college or university; must be
planning to major in engineering; official transcript & essay required. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN MAY
BILL TEEL MEMORIAL MCT SCHOLARSHIP – open to seniors who are Montgomery County Teachers Credit Union
members; $1,500 award; official transcript & essay required. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN MAY
BURGER KING – open to seniors working an average of 15 hours per week / 40 weeks per year; applicant must be able
to demonstrate participation in community service and/or co-curricular activities; requires 2.5 or higher GPA; financial
need; $1,000 award. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN DECEMBER
CITY OF GAITHERSBURG CHARACTER COUNTS! SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS who are City of Gaithersburg
residents; criteria for selection is based on personal merit and embodiment of the pillars of CHARACTER COUNTS!,
financial need and commitment to further education; more information about the CHARACTER COUNTS scholarship can
be found at the City of Gaithersburg website: www.gaithersburgmd.gov under About the City (click on CHARACTER
COUNTS!). LOOK FOR THIS $ IN JANUARY
COCA-COLA SCHOLARS – open to SENIORS; applicants are evaluated on their demonstrated leadership in school,
commitment to community, academic achievement and part-time employment; students MUST apply online; online
application; http://www.coca-colascholars.org LOOK FOR THIS $ IN OCTOBER
COMCAST LEADERS & ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP – open to seniors with a minimum 2.8 GPA; applicant
must be able to demonstrate leadership abilities in school activities or through work experience; must have a
strong commitment to community service involvement; one nomination per high school; LOOK FOR THIS $ IN
JANUARY
DAMASCUS Y-WOMEN SCHOLARSHIP – open to female GHS seniors; applications are judged based on the
impact of community service on the students life and the contributions the student has made to the community;
$1,500. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN APRIL
DANAC CORPORATION, THE MAGRUDER COMPANIES & FRED EVANS NIH SUMMER INTERNSHIP –
open to JUNIORS; applicants must be 16 by May 31; full-time, 8-week summer research program @ NIH with
competitive paid stipend; selected students must have excellent academic records, with particular interest in
science. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN MARCH
DISCOVER CARD – open to JUNIORS with a minimum 2.75 GPA. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN JANUARY
DISTINGUISHED HISPANIC SCHOLAR – nomination ONLY; top Hispanic senior; 3.5 or higher GPA;
demonstrated achievement in one or more of the following categories; academic achievement, community
service, leadership. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN APRIL
DR. PAUL VANCE & PROGRESS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP – open to seniors planning to attend Montgomery
College; NOMINATION; minimum 2.75 GPA; financial need considered; letters of recommendation, copy of
FAFSA & unofficial transcript required along with essay. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN APRIL
GAITHERSBURG ROTARY – SAM & ESTHER EIG SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS; $2,000 award
based on financial need, community service and school leadership & academic excellence; applicants will be
interviewed. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN MARCH
GREGG WEINSTEIN SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS planning to pursue a career in engineering; GPA
and academic courses considered; successful completion of pre-calc course; minimum 3.25 GPA; SAT math
score must be at least 550; official transcript required. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN APRIL
HOBY (Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership) – open to SOPHOMORES ONLY; HOBY is a one-week leadership
seminar held in the spring of each year at a local college or university campus. One student is chosen from
each high school. Registration fees are at no cost to the student. This is an exciting opportunity for students to
join student leaders from all over the state of Maryland to discuss leadership issues such as motivation, ethics,
volunteerism, education and the media. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN NOVEMBER
JAMES W. JACOBS SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS; $1,000 award; academics, community service and
financial need considered; applicants will be interviewed. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN FEBRUARY
LAYTONSVILLE LIONS CLUB – open to SENIORS who reside in the greater Laytonsville area; $1,000 award;
financial statement required. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN APRIL
LEE STERN PEACEMAKER AWARD – open to SENIORS who have been actively involved in peer mediation;
essay required. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN NOVEMBER
LONG & FOSTER SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS; minimum 3.0 GPA; national scholarship. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN
MARCH
MARYLAND ASSOCIATION OF PRIVATE CAREER SCHOOLS – open to SENIORS; CAREER & TECH SCHOOLS.
LOOK FOR THIS $ IN APRIL
MARYLAND DISTINGUISHED SCHOLAR - ACHIEVEMENT – open to JUNIORS; Maryland award $3,000 scholarship to
qualified juniors who plan to attend a Maryland college or university; renewable; applicants must have a 3.7 cumulative
GPA in academics. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN FEBRUARY
MARYLAND DISTINGUISHED SCHOLAR – TALENT IN THE ARTS – open to JUNIOR; each Maryland high school is
eligible to submit up to 5 nominations; nominees must compete in early June against excellent artists from all over the
state; areas of competition are: visual arts, instrumental music, vocal music, dance and drama; $3,000 scholarship
(renewable). LOOK FOR THIS $ IN MARCH
MARYLAND GUARANTEED ACCESS GRANT – open to SENIORS; applicants must be Maryland residents; students
must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and have qualifying family income as designated by the state (stated on application); GA
grant provides financial assistance, that when combined with the Federal Pell Grant and the students Expected Family
Contribution (EFC), will help cover the cost of full-time study at a Maryland college or university. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN
MARCH
MARYLAND HOUSE OF DELEGATES SCHOLARSHIPS – District 39 – open to SENIORS; personal interview
may be required; scholarships are open to college-bound seniors planning to attend a Maryland college or
university; applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and reside in District 39. To learn the Maryland
Legislative District for your residence, visit http://mlis.state.md.us and click on Find a Legislator or call 240.777.8500
(Board of Election Supervisors). LOOK FOR THIS $ IN MARCH
MONTGOMERY COLLEGE (MC) BIOMEDICAL SCHOLARS PROGRAM – open to SENIORS planning to attend
Montgomery College (any campus) and major in biology or chemistry; applicants may also be interested in a career in
medicine. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN APRIL
MC BOARD OF TRUSTEES – ACADEMIC POTENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS; applicant MUST be
planning to attend Montgomery College (any campus); scholarship award is based on counselor recommendation;
minimum 3.0 GPA requirement; award is based on academic achievement and potential – not financial need. LOOK FOR
THIS $ IN MAY
MC BOARD OF TRUSTEES – ACADEMIC SPECIALTY SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS; applicant must be
planning to attend Montgomery College (any campus); one-year full tuition scholarship; minimum 3.0 GPA requirement;
award is based on academic achievement – not financial need; highly competitive. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN MAY
MC FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS; applicant must be planning to attend Montgomery College (any
campus). LOOK FOR THIS $ IN JUNE
MC MONTGOMERY SCHOLARS – open to SENIORS planning to attend Montgomery College; in order to be
competitive, applicants should have at least a 3.0 GPA; official transcript and official test scores required; two letters of
recommendation required; resume and essay required; full scholarship with summer trip abroad awarded. LOOK FOR
THIS $ IN NOVEMBER
MC MACKLIN BUSINESS INSTITUTE SCHOLARS – open to SENIORS planning to attend Montgomery College with a
focus in business; official transcript and official test scores required; two letters of recommendation required; resume and
essay required; full scholarship with summer trip abroad awarded. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN NOVEMBER
MONTGOMERY GENERAL WOMEN’S BOARD SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS; NURSING majors. LOOK FOR
THIS $ IN APRIL
MONTGOMERY VILLAGE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS; applicants must be residents
of Montgomery Village; scholarship applications are reviewed by the Foundation Committee; selection based on
academic achievement, leadership ability and community service. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN MARCH
NAACP SCHOLARS – open to SENIORS; applicants must have a weighted GPA of at least 3.0; applicants should have
participated in extracurricular activities, church and/or community activities; transcript, references and essay required.
LOOK FOR THIS $ IN MARCH
NORTHRUP GRUMMAN ENGINEERING SCHOLARS PROGRAM – open to SENIORS; applicant must be a resident of
Maryland; must plan to attend an accredited college or university as a full-time student; must have a minimum composite
SAT score of 1100; must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 (cumulative); $10,000 scholarship. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN
JANUARY
PRUDENTIAL SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY – open to MIDDLE SCHOOL & HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS; qualified students
should have a significant volunteer community project recently completed. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN OCTOBER
ROBERT BYRD SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS; each high school selects their top 1% based on enrollment;
Gaithersburg HS selects students based on the outstanding academics; students must be Maryland residents;
scholarships are distributed based on a lottery system. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN MAY
RON BROWN SCHOLARSHIP – open to African American SENIORS; scholarships are awarded to academically
talented and highly motivated students; students should be able to demonstrate some financial need. LOOK FOR THIS $
IN JANUARY
SAE ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM – open to SENIORS planning to pursue a career in engineering;
applications available to download at http://www.saw.org/students/engschlr.htm. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN
AUGUST/SEPTEMBER
SENATORIAL SCHOLARSHIP DISTRICT 39 (Senator Nancy King) – District 39 – open to SENIORS; personal
interview may be required; scholarships are open to college-bound seniors planning to attend a Maryland college or
university; applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and reside in District 39. To learn the Maryland Legislative District
for your residence, visit http://mlis.state.md.us and click on Find a Legislator or call 240.777.8500 (Board of Election
Supervisors); LOOK FOR THIS $ IN MARCH
STAR SCHOLARSHIP – open to African American 9th,10th and 11th grade students; $1,000; eligible students can
compete up to and including their 11th grade year; students must have significant academic achievements, work
experience and community service; recommendations required; selected students will interview. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN
MARCH
STRAWBERRY KNOLL PTSA SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS who attended Strawberry Knoll
Elementary school; $1,000 award. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN MAY
SCHIFFMAN TECHNOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS; applicants should be planning to pursue a career in
a technology related field; financial need required; award up to $5,000; applicants must be academically strong and wellrounded; SAT scores and weighted GPA considered; essay and letters of recommendation required. LOOK FOR THIS $
IN MAY
TOWSON UNIVERSITY PRINCIPAL SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS applying to Towson University by
February 15; THREE seniors will be nominated from Gaithersburg High School; academic excellence (overall
3.5 GPA); evidence of leadership qualities. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN JANUARY
TOYOTA COMMUNITY SCHOLARS – open to SENIORS; one nominee will be selected from Gaithersburg
High School; scholarship awarded valued at $10,000 - $20,000 payable over 4 years; candidates must have an
outstanding academic record, be an effective leader and have well documented records of community service,
both within and outside the school setting; visit http://www.toyota.com/communityscholars. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN
NOVEMBER
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, BALTIMORE COUNTY MEYERHOFF PROGRAM – open to SENIORS; for UMBC
applicants ONLY; tuition, room & board and stipend for each school year renewable, plus 6-week pre-college summer
program; applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA; at least 600 on the math SAT, and outstanding service to the
community; applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents who plan to study science, math, engineering, or
computer science at the college level AND who plan to pursue doctoral level study in their field; applicants must have an
interest in encouraging minority achievement in science, math, and engineering in their careers. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN
OCTOBER
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA, JEFFERSON SCHOLAR PROGRAM – open to SENIORS; applicant must be applying to
the University of Virginia; one nominee will be selected from Gaithersburg High School to compete for a full scholarship
(tuition, room & board, renewable for 4-years); applicants must have an outstanding record in academics (minimum 3.5
GPA), leadership, and citizenship; essays required. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN OCTOBER
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE US – open to SENIORS; transcript and test scores required;
community service; essay required. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN APRIL
WALTER ARTHUR STEWART MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS; applicant must have
participated in sports. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN APRIL
THE WASHINGTON POST MUSIC & DANCE SCHOLARSHIP – open to JUNIORS; scholarship is designed to honor the
artistic and academic abilities of high school rising seniors (junior year applicants); minimum 2.5 GPA & essay required;
visit: http://www.washpost.com/education. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN JUNE
W. W. ULMER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS; $5,000 award renewable up to 4-years;
unofficial transcript; 2 letters of recommendation; copy of FAFSA & essay required. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN
JANUARY
THE WILL GROUP FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP – open to SENIORS; applicant must be college-bound;
financial need and merit based; minimum 3.0 GPA; short essay and resume required. LOOK FOR THIS $ IN
MARCH
SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITES AND GENERAL $$$
OPPORTUNITIES:
HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND – MAKING COLLEGE AFFORDABLE – scholarships are available for students of
Hispanic heritage with a minimum 3.0 GPA. For a list of scholarships and applications, visit www.hsf.net.
KIDS’ CHANCE OF MARYLAND, INC. is a non-profit corporation providing financial scholarships for the education of
children of catastrophically injured or deceased workers. THERE IS NO DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION and they are
awarded per semester. The average award is $2,000. Applications are available online at www.kidschance-md.org. For
more information or assistance, contact Nancy Keller at 1.410.832.4702.
SCHOLARSHIP LIST -- UNDOCUMENTED STUDENTS. A tremendous resource of funding for bright, undocumented
students who want to pursue a higher education, but cannot find financial help because of their residence status. The link
is available in Adobe Acrobat and may take a while to download, so be patient. http://maldef.org/pdf/Scholarships.pdf.
SCHOLARSHIPS.COM a FREE scholarship resource for students! Scholarships.com is a key resource for high school
students who are considering attending college, university or trade school. Visit www.scholarships.com and click on the
“About Us” section!
SCHOLARSHIP WEB RESOURCE – a detailed listing of websites for scholarship searches.
SEIU SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE for members and their children that attend institutions of higher learning. Visit
www.seiu500.org and click on the Benefits link. Scroll down to Scholarships.