Scholarship Corner
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September Scholarships
The Wal-Mart Associate Scholarship
Deadline: September 1, 2012
A college scholarship is available to Wal-Mart and Sam's Club associates based in the US.
Website: http://www.act.org/walmart/associate/
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Deadline: September 17, 2012
Here's a scholarship opportunity for 12th graders, college undergraduates and graduate students. There are 84 awards available, and first
prize wins $10,000. Choose from the list of topics and submit your essay!
Website: http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/8869/atlas_shrugged_essay_contest_scholarship.php
The Oklahoma Hall of Fame Scholarship
Deadline: September 21, 2012
The $5,000 scholarship, which is dispersed to the winning student over four years, is based on the student’s leadership roles,
civic/community involvement, academic achievement, and knowledge and pride of our great state. Students must commit to attending an
Oklahoma college or university to be considered, and students must be nominated for this scholarship by teachers, administrators, or any
other adult not related to the student.
Website: http://www.oklahomaheritage.com/EducationAwards/Scholarships/tabid/77/Default.aspx
Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship
Deadline: September 30, 2012
High school seniors and college students: To win this scholarship, you must answer two essay questions. Visit the website for more
information.
Website: http://www.odenzascholarships.com/
The Resolve to Evolve Scholarship
Deadline: September 30, 2012
The Resolve to Evolve Scholarship is about more than just making resolutions — it’s about creating change and furthering our evolution as
individuals and a society. All applicants must be registered members of Scholarships.com in order to qualify.
Website: http://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-com-scholarships/the-resolve-to-evolve-scholarship/
United States Senate Youth Program
Deadline: September 30, 2012
Juniors and Seniors. Two $5,000 scholarships given in Oklahoma and a trip to Washington D.C. in March.
Website: http://www.ussenateyouth.org/
Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation
Deadline: September 30, 2012
Grades 9th-12th. Take online monthly quizzes for chances to win monthly scholarships.
Website: http://www.cksf.org/index.cfm?Page=AvailableScholarships
October Scholarships
Siemens Competition in Math, Science, and Technology
Deadline: October 1, 2012
Awards range from $1,000-$100,000. Partnerships with college board. Work as a team to create a creative project
in math, science and technology. Initial material due Oct. 1, 2012.
Website: http://siemens.collegeboard.org/?affiliateId=rdr&bannerId=siemens
Cheap Auto Insurance.org
Deadline: October 1, 2012
College students any level. Create a video. Post on Facebook you could win a scholarship for a portion of tuition.
See website for more details.
Website: http://www.cheapautoinsurance.org/commercial-video-scholarship-win-500-to-help-pay-for-college/
Wendy’s High School Heisman Scholarship
Deadline: October 3, 2012
This scholarship is available to student athletes participating in at least one of 33 eligible sports. Applications are
available online.
Website: http://www.wendyshighschoolheisman.com/
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Deadline: October 15, 2012
Must be a Hispanic American. Minimum GPA 3.0. US Citizen of permanent resident.
Website: http://www.hsf.net/
ASME-IPTI's Petroleum Division Scholarships 2012
Deadline: October 15, 2012
Here's a scholarship for students in high school or college. If you have an interest in petroleum engineering, check
it out.
Website: http://www.scholarships360.org/2012/06/20/asme-iptis-petroleum-division-scholarships-2012/
Scholastic Art Writing Contest
Deadline: October 17, 2012
7th-12th grade-$10,000. Register online and submit works to local agency. 30 categories. Deadlines dependent
on type of entry.
Website: http://www.artandwriting.org/Scholarships/AllianceScholarships
Horatio Alger Association Scholarship Program
Deadline: October 25, 2012
The scholarship programs provide financial assistance to students throughout the nation who have financial need
and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity.
Website: https://www.horatioalger.org/scholarships/index.cfm
Coca-Cola Scholars Program
Deadline: October 31, 2012
Students sought who demonstrate leadership in school, commitment to community, academic achievement, in
addition to part-time employment. Up to $20,000 in scholarship money offered.
Website: https://www.coca-colascholars.org/
Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation
Deadline: October 31, 2012
Grades 9th-12th. Take online monthly quizzes for chances to win monthly scholarships.
Website: http://www.cksf.org/index.cfm?Page=AvailableScholarships
CableTV.com
Deadline: October 31, 2012
Students write a haiku poem
Website: http://www.cabletv.com/scholarship
Heart of America "The Christopher Reeve Award"
Deadline: October 31, 2012
Must be nominated by a teacher or counselor. $1,000 toward secondary education. Must be a high school senior
or younger.
Website: http://www.heartofamerica.org/heroes/christopherreeveaward.htm#nominate
November Scholarships
Ron Brown Scholar Program
Deadline: November 1, 2012
High School students only. The Ron Brown Scholar Program seeks to identify African-American high schools
seniors who will make significant contributions to society. Applicants must excel academically, exhibit
exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need. The
applicant must be a US citizen.
Website: http://www.ronbrown.org/Apply/EligibilityRequirements.aspx
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
Deadline: November 1, 2012
$1,000 and trip to Washington DC. If you’ve made a difference through volunteering over the past year you may
be the next Prudential Spirit Community Award.
Website: http://spirit.prudential.com/view/page/soc/16676
FIRE: Freedom in academia Essay Contest
Deadline: November 5, 2012
Essay HS seniors: 1st place $5,000, 2nd place $2,500, and 5 runners up $1,000 college scholarship.
Website: http://thefire.org/article/14663.html
2013 Women in Aviation Scholarships
Deadline: November 12, 2012
If you're an engineering major, check out these scholarships.
Website: http://www.scholarships360.org/2012/07/06/2013-women-in-aviation-scholarships/
The Komen College
Deadline: November 15, 2012
Applications for $10,000. These funds are to benefit students facing significant financial burdens due to the loss of
a parent (guardian) to breast cancer.
Website: http://ww5.komen.org/ResearchGrants/ScientificAdvisoryCouncil.html
Hagan Scholarship Foundation
Deadline November 15, 2012
Students that reside in a rural community (less than 50,000 residents) and in financial need. Up to $5,000 per
semester.
Website: http://haganscholarships.org/
FIRE: Foundation for Individual Rights in Education
Deadline: November 25, 2012
Up to $10,000 in scholarships awarded. High school juniors and seniors for the 2012-2013 school year are eligible
to participate in FIRE's essay contest. To enter, students must submit an essay between 800 and 1,000 words on the
provided topic.
Website: http://thefire.org/article/14663.html
The Oklahoma City Community Foundation Scholars
Deadline: November 28, 2012
Applicant must be a spring semester graduate. Applicant G.P.A must be between 3.25 and 3.79 on a 4.0 scale.
Applicant demonstrates commitment to education as reflected in the application form and Letter of Reference.
Applicant demonstrates commitment to community (activities outside the classroom) as indicated in the
application form and Letter of Reference. For more information and application, students should visit with their
counselor.
Website: http://www.occf.org/trusteescholarshipinitiative.html
Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation
Deadline: November 30, 2012
Grades 9th-12th. Take online monthly quizzes for chances to win monthly scholarships.
Website: http://www.cksf.org/index.cfm?Page=AvailableScholarships
December Scholarships
The Axa Achievement
Deadline: December 1, 2012
Scholarships ranging from $10,000 to $25,000 to high school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding
achievement in their activities in school, the community or workplace.
Website: http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievement-scholarship.html
The Elks National Foundation
Deadline: December 2, 2012
The 2013 Most Valuable Student application. The Elks will award 500 four year scholarships to the highest rated
applicants. Any high school senior and US citizen.
Website: http://www.elks.org/ENF/scholars/mvs.cfm
Michael Kanin Playwriting Awards Program
Deadline: December 1, 2012
Are you a student playwright? If so, here is a scholarships for you. This program is meant "to encourage college
students to write for the stage by providing the opportunity to engage in the playwriting process."
Website: http://www.scholarships360.org/2012/07/06/michael-kanin-playwriting-awards-program/
Courage Essay Contest
Deadline: December 12, 2012
Are you looking for a scholarship to help pay for your college textbooks? Check out this scholarship!
Website: http://www.scholarships360.org/2012/07/28/the-2012-mybookbuyer-com-textbooks-for-a-yearscholarship/
The 2012 MyBookBuyer.com Textbooks For a Year Scholarship
Deadline: December 15, 2012
Are you looking for a scholarship to help pay for your college textbooks? Check out this scholarship!
Website: http://www.scholarships360.org/2012/07/28/the-2012-mybookbuyer-com-textbooks-for-a-yearscholarship/
NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation Scholarship
Deadline: December 15, 2012
High school senior that is operating their own small business.
Website: http://www.nfib.com/nfib-in-my-state/nfib-in-my-state-content?cmsid=58577
USDish
Deadline: December 15, 2012
Create a blog stating how you think reality TV has changed the entertainment industry? For better or worse? and
you could win our scholarship!
Website: http://www.usdish.com/scholarship
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