TO: FROM: Class of 2016 Frankfort HS Counselors This booklet has been prepared to help you apply for financial aid for next year. Several billion dollars in aid are available each year to students who complete applications and who file them early. WHAT SHOULD YOU DO TO APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID? STEP I: CONTACT SCHOOLS OF YOUR CHOICE Contact the college, university, or technical school you are thinking of attending. Get a copy of their Financial Aid Brochure or access it on the school’s website. Read it carefully and keep it available for reference. It will give you important information about the school’s financial aid program, deadlines, etc. Narrow down your list of schools you’ll apply to no more than five. STEP II: COMPLETE THE COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS Apply to the colleges you’ve selected by completing the college’s online application. Remember to let the senior counselor know where you’ve applied so that an official transcript can be sent. Your application is not complete until ALL documentation is received by the college. If you are submitting a paper application, please bring it to the senior counselor who will attach an official transcript and mail it for you. A college will not determine your financial aid package until you have been accepted. In the spring, you’ll receive a financial aid award letter from the schools to which you’ve been accepted. Compare offers and make your decision where you’ll be attending college. Accept the financial aid offer from your chosen school (all or some portion of it) and tell the other schools you are declining their admission offer. This allows those schools to offer that aid to someone else. STEP III: ATTEND THE FINANCIAL AID WORKSHOP AT FHS Get informed about the financial aid process by attending the financial aid workshop led by college financial aid officers at Frankfort HS on Tuesday, January 12, 2016 at 6:30pm in the Frankfort HS auditorium. Information on how to access and complete the FAFSA, sources of financial aid, and a review of the timeline for the financial process will be covered. STEP IV: COMPLETE THE FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA) Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) as well as any supplemental applications that your college(s) requires. The FAFSA will be available after January 1 and MUST be completed online (www.fafsa.ed.gov) by MARCH 1st for maximum aid consideration. The FAFSA must be signed electronically by both student and parent through a PIN number at www.pin.ed.gov. Please make sure you are completing the FAFSA for the 201617 school year. IMPORTANT DEADLINE: FAFSA must be submitted online before MARCH 1ST to receive PROMISE and for maximum financial aid consideration. SOURCES OF AID AVAILABLE BY FILING THE FAFSA ARE: I. Scholarships a) All Federal and State Programs b) PROMISE c) Lalitta-Nash McKaig d) Others as specified by application II. Grants A. WEST VIRGINIA HIGHER EDUCATION GRANT (WVHEG): Through this program, grants are awarded (within limits of available funds) to qualified West Virginia undergraduate students who require financial assistance to attend approved public and private institutions of higher education. The amount of these grants fluctuates according to college choice. Awards cannot exceed tuition and fee charges at institutions selected by recipients nor can they exceed demonstrated financial need. Students seeking grant assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). To insure full consideration, the FAFSA must be completed by March 1. B. FEDERAL PELL GRANT: The Pell Grant Program provides direct federal grants to undergraduate students who require financial assistance to meet educational expenses. The non-repayable awards are available to eligible students attending approved colleges and universities, technical schools, and other approved post secondary educational institutions. To apply for a Pell Grant, the student and/or parent should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). In a few weeks, the student will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) which will indicate whether or not the student is eligible for a Pell Grant. The student should make sure the SAR reaches the post-secondary institution to be attended, where the exact award will be determined. C. FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY GRANT: SEOG awards must be directed toward students who demonstrate exceptional financial need. Graduate students are not eligible. The institutional financial aid officer determines those students who demonstrate the necessary eligibility requirements and identifies the amount each recipient will receive. III. Work Programs A. FEDERAL COLLEGE WORK-STUDY: (CWS) The Federal College Work-Study Program provides jobs for undergraduates and graduate students who need financial aid. The institutional aid office may assign recipients to employment on campus or with non-profit public and private agencies. The aid officer determines eligibility for work-study assistance and the amount each student may earn under this program. A participant will be paid at least the current Federal minimum wage. IV. Loans and Tax Credits A. Go to College Foundation of West Virginia www.cfwv.com for information on the following programs: FEDERAL PERKINS LOAN FEDERAL PARENT LOANS FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS (PLUS) DIRECT FEDERAL LOANS FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY GRANT EDUCATION SAVINGS ACCOUNT (529 Plans) IMPORTANT!!! IMPORTANT!!! IMPORTANT!!! Students should check with the counselors on a regular basis for additional scholarships that come in and listen to the daily announcements concerning new scholarships and financial aid information. Also please check the bulletin board near the counselors’ offices and the counselor webpage. Additionally, the following are excellent web sites for financial aid and scholarship information: 1. College Foundation of West Virginia: https://secure.cfwv.com/ 2. The Financial Aid Information Page: http://www.finaid.org/ 3. FASTWEB Financial Aid Search through the Web: http://www.fastweb.com/ 3. College Board Online: http://www.collegeboard.org/ 4. ACT: http://www.actstudent.org/ 5. Sallie Mae: http://www.salliemae.com/ 6. www.fastaid.com 7. www.scholarships.com 8. http://www.college-scholarships.com/free_scholarship_searches.htm Scholarships are in order by Deadline October Wendy’s High School Heisman Scholarship Student Athlete 3.0 GPA or higher Deadline: October 2,, 2015 www.wendyshighschoolheisman.com Robert Kessell Memorial Scholarship Student must be a member of the golf team for at least Junior and Senior year See Golf Coach for details Deadline: October 15, 2015 Horatio Alger Scholarship Pursuing a bachelor’s degree Student must have demonstrated perseverance in overcoming adversity Adjusted gross family income must be less than $55,000 Deadline: October 25,, 2015 www.horatioalger.com/scholarships Coca-Cola Scholarship 3.0 minimum GPA at end of junior year U.S. Citizen Parents and Grandparents cannot work for Coca-Cola Pursuing a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution Deadline is October 31, 2015 Apply at www.coca-colascholars.org November December Distinguished Young Women Scholarship Program College scholarships and cash awards http://www.ajm.org/about/scholarships/college_scholarships/ for more information http://distinguishedyw.org/participate/ to apply AXA Achievement Scholarship Demonstrate ambition and determination, as evidenced by an outstanding achievement in an activity in school, the community, or the workplace Information will be available on website in Fall 2015 Deadline: December 15,, 2015 Apply online at http://www.axa-equitable.com/axafoundation/AXA-achievement-access.html Burger King Scholars Program $1,000 - $50,000 Only the first 50,000 applicants are accepted Application process begins October 2015 Deadline: December 15, 2015 http://www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/WhatWeDo/ScholarsProgr am NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation Applicants MUST be running their own small business in order to be considered for an award Students must attend a two-year or four-year program Information will be available on website after October 1 Deadline: December 17, 2015 http://www.nfib.com/yef/yef-programs/young-entrepreneurawards Anne Ford Scholarship $10,000 scholarship ($2500 over four years) 3.0 minimum GPA, seeking a four year college degree Have an documented specific learning disability Must have financial need Deadline: December 31st Apply @ http://www.ncld.org/about-us/learning-disabilityscholarships-awards/anne-ford-allegra-ford-scholarships Allegra Ford Scholarship $2500 scholarship For student seeking two year degree Have an documented specific learning disability Must have financial need Deadline: December 31st Apply @ http://www.ncld.org/about-us/learning-disabilityscholarships-awards/anne-ford-allegra-ford-scholarships WV PTA Scholarship Multiple $500 scholarships Attending College or University in WV Deadline January 20, 2016 http://www.westvirginiapta.org/scholarship January U.S. JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship Program $1,000 Scholarship Deadline: January 15, 2016 Apply at http://www.usjcisenate.org/index.php/scholarshipprogram National Wild Turkey Academic Scholarship Application and essay on conservation and preserving our hunting heritage Current hunting license required Application is available on website under resource library Deadline: January 1, 2016 http://www.nwtf.org/jakes/scholarship.html Mensa Education and Research Foundation Local Scholarship Program $200 to $1,000 Essay of 550 words or less Information available on website after September 15, 2015 Deadline: January 15,, 2016 http://www.mensafoundation.org/what-wedo/scholarships/scholarship-application/ The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Over 90 different scholarships are available; see the complete list @ http://www.tgkvf.org/document.doc?id=22 $446,100.00 was awarded to 398 West Virginia students last year Applications will be available on website after November 1 Deadline: January 15,, 2016 http://www.tgkvf.org/page.aspx?pid=401 High Technology Scholars Program $500 Scholarship for student studying technology related field Deadline: January 15, 2016 http://mollohanfoundation.org/studentprograms/scholarships SAE International – Engineering Scholarships Undesignated and University – sponsored scholarships Deadline: January 15, 2016 Complete applications @ http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/ Washington Crossing Foundation $500 - $5000 scholarships For students planning careers in government service Deadline January 15, 2016 http://www.gwcf.org/AppDownload.html Gates Millennium Scholars For students from diverse ethnicities (African-American, American Indian, Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander-American, HispanicAmerican) Must demonstrate financial need 3.3 minimum GPA Application opens in August Deadline: January 15, 2016 https://scholarships.gmsp.org/Program/Details/7123dfc6-da5544b7-a900-0c08ba1ac35c Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarship For students who will attend a two or four year college Community involvement, leadership, academic achievement and financial need Application available on website after October 1, 2015 Deadline: January 21, 2016 http://www.rmhc.org/rmhc-us-scholarships February REACH-KFC Educational Grant For students who work at KFC Pursuing a two or four year degree Information will be available on website In January 2016 http://www.kfc.com/foundation/ Boxwell - Churchill Scholarship At least a B average GPA (minimum 3.0) Only for the following Majors: Accounting, Computer Science, Political Science, Business Administration, Economics, Psychology, Civil Engineering, Education, and Social Science One student nominated by the FHS Scholarship Committee Application available on FHS counselor webpage Deadline: March 11, 2016 to guidance Buick Achievers Scholarship Students who will be attending a four-year degree program in engineering, technology, design or business, with an interest in the automotive industry Deadline: February 26, 2016 http://www.buickachievers.com/ March Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemen’s Association For students pursuing a two or four year college or university and are a pursuing degree in Fire Science, Emergency Medical Services or a related field such as fire investigation or research Deadline March 1, 2016 http://www.cvvfa.org/scholarships.php New Page Scholarship Immediate family member employed at New Page (Luke Mill) Student must plan to attend Allegany College of MD, Frostburg, Garrett College, or Potomac State 3.5 minimum GPA Application available on FHS counselor webpage Deadline: March 1, 2016 The Maureen L. & Howard N. Blitman, P.E., Scholarship to Promote Diversity in Engineering For an ethnic minority student who plans to study engineering at a ABET-accredited program at a four-year college or university Deadline: March 1, 2016 http://www.nspe.org/Students/Scholarships/index.html PROMISE Scholarship ACT: 20 in each subtest and 22 composite (from same test date) SAT: 490 in critical reading and 480 in math with a 1020 combined Deadline to achieve qualifying test scores is the June test date of senior year Deadline to apply is March 1st Must have filed a FAFSA by March 1st More information at www.cfwv.com WV Engineering, Science, and Technology Scholarship 3.0 or greater GPA Up to $3000 per year Work in WV one year for every year you receive the scholarship or scholarship must be repaid Be accepted as a full-time student by a post-secondary institution in engineering, science, or technology Application available after December 1st Deadline: March 1st www.cfwv.com WV Desk & Derrick Club Scholarship Must attend a WV college with an interest in the energy industry Application available online after February 1, 2016 Deadline: March 1, 2016 http://www.wvdeskandderrick.org/scholarship_program WV Association of Conservation Districts Scholarship $500.00 Must attend a WV college and major in agriculture, animal science, civil or agriculture engineering, or majors relating to the environment (forestry, landscape architecture, wildlife management or similar) GPA 3.0 or higher Deadline 1st Monday in March http://www.wvca.us/education/college_scholarships.cfm McDonalds Educates Scholarship $1,500 or $5000 3.0 GPA or higher Demonstrate leadership skills in school and in community Check website for application Deadline: March 6, 2016 http://www.mcdonaldseducates.com/scholarship_01.html William F. “Bill” Johnson Memorial Scholarship Guidelines: son, daughter, grandson, and granddaughter of any member in the American Legion, American Auxiliary, or the Sons of the American Legion Deadline: March 15, 2016 Fountain Ruritan Scholarships 2 - $600 Scholarships – John I. Rogers and James E. Taylor Deadline: March 26, 2016 Application on FHS counselor webpage American Civil Liberties Union of WV Youth Activist Scholarship Student may attend any four-year accredited college or university Must demonstrate a strong commitment to civil liberties 3.0 GPA For more information, email Nancy Hill: nhill@acluwv.org West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission – BB&T Scholarship Child of a coach, bandmaster, athletic director, or administrators $1,000 2.5 GPA or higher See Mr. Riley for details Deadline: March 25, 2016 Mineral County Education Association Scholarship $300 (approximate) Applicant’s parent must be a member of MCEA Please see a counselor for application Deadline: March 30, 2016 Albert Yanni Scholarship $2,000 scholarship For students who have completed program of study at MCTC and who will pursue this major in college Minimum 3.0 GPA, with no final grade less than a C Application will be available in late January on FHS webpage Deadline: March 31, 2016 WV Hospitality and Travel Association Scholarship A $ 3000 scholarship for students who want to pursue postsecondary training in a hospitality, travel, or recreation management program 2.75 GPA Have performed a minimum of 250 hours of hospitality and travel industry related work experience Deadline: March 31, 2016 (check website) http://www.wvhta.com/example-styles/education/educationfoundation/scholarship-information.html The West Virginia Pumpkin Festival Scholarship $2,000 scholarship Plan to attend college in WV Show financial need Deadline: March 31, 2016 http://wvpumpkinpark.com/index.html access application under application/entry form April Wal-Mart Dependent Scholarship Awards of up to $13,000 2.0 GPA; dependent of an associate, pursuing a four year degree Documented financial need Deadline: April 1, 2016 (please check website) http://www.act.org/walmart/depend/ James “Jim” Bailey Scholarship Fund For students who will be attending a two-year degree or certification program following graduation Minimum 2.5 GPA Financial need Deadline: April 15, 2014 Application on FHS counselor webpage Laurin Swisher/Apple Alley Scholarship $500 for student pursuing a degree in music, drama or art Preference generally given to students who have participated with Apple Alley Deadline April 22, 2016 Application on FHS counselor webpage Katie DeRosa Memorial Scholarship Must be two-year cross-country and or 1600m/3200m track team member with plans to participate in those events in college 2.8 GPA and demonstrate good sportsmanship See FHS counselor webpage for application Deadline: April 15, 2016 Mineral County Transportation Scholarship $200 For students attending a certification, two-year or four-year degree program Chosen by the Bus Drivers and Transportation Department Deadline: April 15, 2016 Application on FHS counselor webpage Short Gap Lions Club $1,000 Attending a WV college or university Deadline: April 25, 2016 Application on FHS counselor webpage Fort Ashby Lion Club GPA of 3.0 or higher Attending a WV college or university Application on FHS counselor webpage Deadline May 1, 2016 to FHS counselors May Short Gap Fire Department 2.5 GPA or higher Community service Member of the fire department given preference Deadline: May 1st The Ridgeley American Legion Post #136 William E. Shuck Jr. Memorial Scholarship Must have 2.5 GPA or Above Must show financial need Should possess high social and moral standards Must attend a college in WV, Allegany College, or Frostburg Deadline: May 9th to guidance Nursing Scholarship sponsored by South Branch Voiture Contact Blair M. Haines, Jr. for application Nursing Scholarship Committee P.O. Box 395 Romney, WV 26757 (304) 822-5064 Lalitta Nash-McKaig Foundation Scholarship One of the best local scholarships! Student must demonstrate financial need Student can attend any accredited US college or university Application available of FHS counselor webpage Deadline: May 31st James D. Taylor Scholarship Music Scholarship Be a member of the FHS Band 3.0 GPA or higher Other Scholarships Nominated by Scholarship Committee: No application needed – please indicate your interest to be considered to FHS counselors Fort Ashby Alumni Scholarship Resident of Fort Ashby Show Financial Need At Least 3.0 GPA Melvin M. Heiskell/Mary K. Heiskel-Harmison Scholarship Intend to major in Education 3.0 GPA or higher Mineral County Board of Education Scholarship Intend to major in Education Show Financial Need 3.0 GPA or higher College Specific Scholarships * Please check with your chosen college’s financial aid office for specific scholarships for which you may be eligible. Sometimes a separate scholarship application is necessary. Allegany College of Maryland Students interested in attending Allegany College must fill out the separate financial aid application for scholarships for which they are eligible. Each student is eligible to receive up to three (3) ACM scholarship awards or $2,500 per academic year. http://www.allegany.edu/x139.xml Eastern WV Community & Technical College Must attend full-time 2.5 GPA Deadline April 1, 2016 http://www.easternwv.edu/Financial-Aid/Scholarships/High-SchoolSenior-Scholarship.aspx Fairmont State University Charles J. McClain Presidential Scholarship 3.5 GPA ACT Composite 26 PROMISE recipient Deadline: March 1, 2016 http://www.fairmontstate.edu/finaid/funding/presidentialscholarship-and-promise-beyond Fairmont State University PROMISE Beyond Scholarship PROMISE recipient Deadline: April 1, 2016 http://www.fairmontstate.edu/finaid/funding/presidentialscholarship-and-promise-beyond Glenville State College Helen Holt Mollohan Scholarship $1000 WV Female Deadline: January 15th, 2016 http://mollohanfoundation.org/studentprograms/scholarships International Beauty School $1,000 Depending on entrance test scores (301) 777-3020 Expected Date: February Marshall University The Society of Yeager Scholars Program ACT Composite: 30 Demonstrated leadership; creative and intellectual curiosity Deadline: January 4,, 2016 http://muwww-new.marshall.edu/yeager/admissions.html Potomac State College Betty T. Livengood Teacher Scholarship $250.00 For a student majoring in education Application available on FHS counselor webpage Deadline: May 1st WVU John & Mildred Peluso Scholarship For Italian-American students 2.75 GPA Deadline: April 15, 2016 http://facultyportal.cehs.wvu.edu/spa/atkins/peluso/req