SOUTH BROWARD HIGH SCHOOL
DECEMBER 15, 2014 - Scholarship Bulletin
SCHOLARSHIP
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
REQUIRED
MAJOR AWARD
DEADLINE *
University of Central
Florida (UCF)
Top 10 Knights Program
Senior. Apply for admission to UCF. Must be in top 10% of senior class
as of the end of Junior year. Minimum 1010 SAT (Reading & Math) or
1500 (Reading,Math & Writing) or 21 ACT with Writing. Must have
successfully completed at least 4 units of approved core Math by end of
Senior year.
Application, Transcript, Test Scores, Application
Fee/Waiver must be received by 12/31/2014.
N/A
Guaranteed Submit
admission
completed
to UCF
application
to UCF by
December
31
Nova Southeastern
University Razor's Edge
Leadership Program
Seniors. Must attend Nova Southeastern University. For students
committed to leadership and have made a positvie impact in their
schools and/or communities and want to continue in college. Only
25 students are accepted in this program. Live on campus.
Apply at: http://www.nova.edu/studentleadership/razorsedge/
N/A
Up to
$10,000
Foot Locker
Scholar Athletes
Senior; entering college in the fall of 2015 at a four-year college or
university; minimum 3.0 weighted GPA; US citizen or legal resident;
currently involved in high school, intramural, community or club sports;
good sportsmanship; community service; leadership; academic
excellence; MUST BE NOMINATED BY A TEACHER, COACH,
COUNSELOR. https://footlockerscholarathletes.com
N/A
$20,000
December 11
for
nomination
December 18
for
application
AXA Achievement
Scholarship
Senior who is US citizen or legal resident and plans to enroll full-time in an
accredited 2 or 4 year college. Applicants are asked to describe in detail
an outstanding achievement you have accomplished in a non-academic
activity. Requires recommendations & transcript.
Go to: https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/axa-achievement/
FIRST 10,000 APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED
N/A
$10,000 &
$15,000
December
Harriet L. Wilkes Honors
College at FAU
Seniors who are interested in attending the Harriet L. Wilkes
Honors College in Jupiter, FL. Every student admitted to the
College receives a generous merit based award. Requires an
FAU Undergraduate Online Application. For more info, go to:
http://fau.edu/honors/
N/A
Varies
December
15
Burger King Scholars
Program
(we have winners every
year!)
Seniors who plan to continue their education at an accredited
college or university.
Demonstrate Integrity, high standards,
entrepreneurial spirit, good citizenship and education. Information
and application at:
N/A
$1,000
December
15
Cumberland Farms Believe
& Achieve Scholarship
Program
Senior. Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited 2 or 4 year college or
university or vocational-technical school. Min. 3.0 GPA. Reside within a
30 mile radius of a Cumberland Farms retail location. Looks at academic
record, demonstrated leadership and participation in school/community
activities, work experience, any obstacles, financial need. For info &
application, go to: https://cumberlandfarms.scholarshipamerica.org
N/A
((130)
$1,000
December
15
Soroptimist of Davie
Violet Richardson Award
Females 14-17 years old. Demonstrate significant and
noteworthy accomplishments and dedication in their volunteer
work. May apply to one of the three local Soroptimist Clubs of
Broward County. Application attached to this email.
N/A
Up to
$2,500
December
15
NFIB
Young Entrepreneur Award
Senior who will be attending an accredited (not for profit) 2 or 4 year
college/university or vocational/technical institute.
Must have
demonstrated an entrepreneurial spirit/initiative (starting own business,
participation in DECA, Future Business Leaders of America, etc). For
application & info go to: http://www.nfib.com/yef/yef-programs/youngentrepreneur-awards
N/A
$1,000 $15,000
December
18
Papa John's Pizza/ Orgullo
de Nuestra Juventud
Academic Achievement
Award (Local)
Senior graduating from a South Florida high school. Min. 2.8 GPA and
have shown academic growth in spite of significant challenges (economic,
emotional, physical, etc.).
Essay.
Short Autobiography.
Photos.
Transcript. Letter of Recommendation by educator nominee. Nomination
Form with educator's signature (attached to this email). Please see Ms.
Knoll in BRACE.
N/A
$1,000 &
$2,000
December
19
December
(early)
05
January
(final)
09
15
APPLY
EARLY!
http://www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/WhatWeDo/ScholarsProgram
DEADLINE
EXTENDED
Postmark
See Mrs. Knoll in the BRACE office for application materials if no web address is provided. Please note additional requirements may apply. See
application or website for full details. Deadlines may be earlier if they involve school personnel. This is not a complete listing of all scholarship
opportunities. Check other sources such as the Internet, employers and the college or technical school you plan to attend!
SOUTH BROWARD HIGH SCHOOL
DECEMBER 15, 2014 - Scholarship Bulletin
SCHOLARSHIP
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
REQUIRED
MAJOR AWARD
Papa John's Pizza/ Orgullo de
Nuestra Juventud
Academic Excellence/
Community Service Award
(Local)
Senior graduating from a South Florida high school. Min unweighted 3.7
GPA. Demonstrated commendable community service efforts. Essay.
Short Autobiography. Photos. Transcript. Community Service-Affidavit of
proof. Nomination Form signed by educator (attached to this email).
Please see Ms. Knoll in BRACE.
N/A
Gen and Kelly Tanabe
Scholarship
Legal US resident. Currently in college or planning to start
college in the next 12 months. Essay. Financial need not
considered. Personal statement. For more information:
http://www.gkscholarship.comGen and Kelly Tanabe
Ronald A. Hammond
Scholarship
(Univ. of Miami)
DEADLINE *
$1,000 &
$2,000
December
N/A
$1,000
December
31
Senior who is US citizen or Permanent Resident.
Underrepresented background. Looks for B+/A- average,
1250SAT or 28ACT.
Requires recommendation letter,
transcript, counselor report. For application & info go to:
www.miami.edu/hammond
N/A
Full Tuition
January
01
Foundation for Individual
Rights in Education
Freedom in Academia
Essay Contest
Juniors & Seniors. 800-1000 word Essay Contest. Review FIRE's web
site and familiarize yourself with their mission and dealing with freedom of
speech. For info and application, go to: http://www.the fire.org/freedomacademia-essay-contest-high-school-students-open-fire-awarding-20000college-scholarships
N/A
$500 $10,000
January
01
JFK Profile in Courage
Essay Contest
US Students, Grades 9-12. No more then 1,000 word essay
of original work. For more information and application, go to:
N/A
$10,000,
$1,000 &
$500
January
05
GE - Reagan Foundation
Scholarship
Senior. US citizen. Plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate
bachelor's degree. Unweighted GPA 3.0 Financial need.
Leadership, drive, integrity and citizenship at school, workplace and
in the community. For application and more information go to:
http://www.reaganfoundation.org/GE-RFScholarships.aspx
N/A
Up to
$40,000
January
08
Asian & Pacific Islander
American Scholarship
(APIASF)
Senior. Must be of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity. US
citizen or Permanent Resident. Minimum 2.7 unweighted
GPA. Plan to enroll full-time in a US accredited college or
university. For info and application, go to:
https://secure.apiasf.org/
N/A
Varies
January
09
Florida Retired Educators
Foundation
Senior who plans to become a teacher. Financial need. Essay. Letter of
recommendation. Transcript. SAT (1000) or ACT (22). Community
service. Leadership. School activities. Award requires a promissory note
to be signed by recipient and parent. Scholarships must be repaid by one
year of teaching in Florida. Application attached to this email and in
BRACE office.
Education
$3,250 over January
4 years
10
University of Michigan
Geisinger Scholarship
Program
Seniors interested in University of Michigan. Non-Michigan
Resident. Plan to study an undergraduate degree program in
ENGINEERING. Info and application available at:
http://scholarships.engin.umich.edu/new-students/
Emerald Society of Fort
Lauderdale Scholarship
Senior who plans to attend an accredited college or university. Essay
contest in WORD format, typed, double-spaced and no longer than 500
words on - selecting an Irish historical figure and explain their importance
to society. Essay must be submitted via email at: emeraldftl@gmail.com
with the subject line being Scholarship.
N/A
Gates Millennium Scholars Senior. African American, American Indian, Asian Pacific
Islander or Hispanic American. US Citizen or Permanent
Program
N/A
http://www.jfklibrary.org/education/profile-in-courage-essay-contest.aspx
Resident. Min. 3.3 unweighted GPA. Federal Pell eligibility.
Leadership and participation in community service and
extracurriculars. Info & forms at: www.gmsp.org
2.
Engineering $20,000/yr.
$2,500
19
Postmark
January
10
January
12
(noon)
Varies
January
14
SOUTH BROWARD HIGH SCHOOL
DECEMBER 15, 2014 - Scholarship Bulletin
SCHOLARSHIP
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
REQUIRED
MAJOR AWARD
DEADLINE *
FSU CARE
Summer Bridge Program
Senior. Financial need, First-generation college student (neither parent
has a 4 yr. bachelor's degree). Must apply to FSU as well as to the CARE
Program. Must complete the 2014-2015 FAFSA. Minimum 3.0 weighted
GPA, Minimum 19 ACT with Writing or 1330 total SAT score. Essays
required. For info, go to: http://care.fsu.edu
N/A
Free
January
14
summer
term at FSU BUT First come,
First
served!!
Florida Elks HOPE
Scholarship
Florida High School Seniors who are NOT in the top 10% of their
class but have maintained a minimum 3.3 unweighted GPA.
Demonstrated leadership through employment, participation in
school activities, community service and citizenship. For more info,
go to: http://floridaelks.org/hope-scholarships
N/A
Varies
January
15
Mensa Education and
Research Foundation
Scholarship
Senior who resides in Broward County. US citizen. Essay
about career, academic and/or vocational goals and how you
plan to achieve your goals. Apply at:
www.mensafoundtion.org/what-we-do/scholarships/
N/A
$300 $1,000
January
15
SAE Engineering
Scholarship
The Society of Automotive Engineers offers scholarships to
Senior applicants who intend to enroll in an Engineering
Program (refer to scholarship descriptors) accredited by
ABET. For information and to apply, go to:
http://students.sae.org/scholarships/freshman
Engineering Varies
Program
January
15
UF Lombardi Scholars &
Stamps Family Awards
(Nomination)
Senior. Must attend UF. Outstanding intellectual and academic
achievement. Sustained service to the community. Extracurricular
involvement. Leadership. Exceptional creativity. Interview required. Must
print and give student information and supportive documentation to
BRACE. For more information go to:
http://www.honors.ufl.edu/Lombardi-and-Stamps-Scholars.aspx
N/A
$2,700 per
semester
January
15
Arts for the Future
Scholarship
(Local Scholarship)
Broward County public school senior. Outstanding in the Arts,
including theatre, dance, music, visual arts and technical arts.
Applications in the BRACE office and attached to this email.
N/A
$1,000
January
16
DECA Scholarships
DECA members who plan to attend an accredited college or
university. For more info & application, go to:
http://www.deca.org/scholarships/
N/A
$1,000 $15,000
January
16
J. Ollie Edmunds
Distinguished Scholarship
Seniors who plan to attend Stetson University in DeLand FL. Min 3.5
weighted GPA,
Minimum 30 ACT or 1350 SAT (read & math).
Outstanding leadership potential. For info and application, go to: http:
//www.stetson.edu.administration/financial-planning/scholarships/j-ollieedmunds/
N/A
Full Tuition
January
16
Tom Joyner Foundation
Full Ride Scholarship
Senior who plans to attend a Historically Black College or University
(HBCU). US citizen. Minimum 3.5 GPA. Min 2100 SAT (M,V,W) or
30 ACT.
Demonstrate Leadership, Community Service,
Extracurricular or other Actiivity. For info and application, go to:
http://tomjoynerfoundation.org?
N/A
Full Ride
January
16
MAS Family Scholarships Senior who is of Cuban descent. Min. 3.5 GPA. Essay.
N/A
Up to
January
$32,000
over 4 years
17
Senior. US resident. Plan to attend an accredited two or four year
college with a full course of study.
Personal statement.
Demonstrated academic achievement, financial need and
community involvement. Minimum weighted GPA 2.7. Information
and application at: http://www.rmhc.org/rmhc-us-scholarships
N/A
$1,000
20
Financial need (copy of FAFSA SAR). Transcript. Test
scores. Three Letters of Recommendation. Application
packet attached to this email. For complete details go to:
www.masscholarships.org
Ronald McDonald House
Charities (RMHC) Scholar
Program
3.
TO
BRACE
January
SOUTH BROWARD HIGH SCHOOL
DECEMBER 15, 2014 - Scholarship Bulletin
SCHOLARSHIP
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
REQUIRED
MAJOR AWARD
DEADLINE *
RMHC/African American
Future Achievers
Scholarship
Senior with at least one parent of African American or Black
Caribbean heritage. Legal US resident. Min. 2.7 weighted GPA.
Personal statement.
Demonstrated academic achievement,
financial need and community involvement. For application and info
go to: http://www.rmhc.org/rmhc-us-scholarships
N/A
$1,000
January
20
RMHC/HACER
Scholarship
Senior with at least one parent of Hispanic/Latino heritage.
Legal US resident. Min. 2.7 weighted GPA.
Personal
statement. Demonstrated academic achievement, financial
need and community involvement. For application and info go
to: http://www.rmhc.org/rmhc-us-scholarships
N/A
$1,000
January
20
RMHC/Asia
Scholarship
Senior of Asian-Pacific heritage. Legal US resident. Min. 2.7
weighted GPA.
Personal statement.
Demonstrated
academic achievement, financial need and community
involvement. For application and info go to:
ttp://www.rmhc.org/rmhc-us-scholarships
N/A
$1,000
January
20
Kiwanis of Hollywood
Scholarship
(Local - We always have
winners!)
Senior. Must be US citizen. Must rank in top 25% of class.
Family income must not exceed $80,000. Requires signed
copy of parent(s)' tax return and Transcript. Application
attached to this email and in the BRACE Office.
N/A
$1,000
January
23
National Honor Society
Scholarship Program
Seniors in good standing are eligible to be nominated by their
chapter to complete the NHS Scholarship Program. For more
info, go to:
http://www.nhs.us/scholarships-awards.aspx
N/A
$1,000 +
January
26
City of Dania Beach
Dr. MLK Scholarship
(local - apply)
Senior who is a resident of Dania Beach. Min. 2.5 GPA, financial need,
plan to attend a 2 or 4 year college or university or technical school.
Essay contest about how your life and goals relate to the life of Dr. Martin
Luther King, Jr. Three letters of reference. Please see Mrs. Knoll in the
BRACE office for invitation to banquet being held on 1/17/15.
Application attached to this email.
N/A
Varies
February
27
The Fountain of New Life
Community Scholarship
Senior in Broward/Dade. Weighted GPA 3.2 Proof of
community service. SAT (Reading/Math) - 1250, ACT - 25.
One letter of recommendation. Official SAT/ACT scores.
Essay about community service. Photo. Financial need.
Interview. Application attached to this email.
N/A
(2) $1,000
January
28
Wireless Foundation Drive Create a public service announcement (PSA) convincing other
teens not to drive distracted. For more info and how to apply,
Smart Challenge
N/A
$500 $5,000
January
30
Marine Officer NROTC
Scholarship
Senior. US citizen. Min. 1000 SAT (Math & Critical Reading) or
ACT 22, ASVAB >74. Physically fit, No felony criminal record, Gain
admission to an approved NROTC college. Apply at:
http://www.nrotc.navy.mil/apply.aspx
Contact Captain Jason Paredes at 954-213-9146
N/A
Up to
$180,000
January
31
Princeton Prize in Race
Relations
Grades 9-12. Looks for high school students involved in an activity that is helping
to improve race relations in your school or community. A Supporter Form is also
required in addition to application. The supporter must be a teacher, adviser,
community or religious leader, or other responsible individual—not related to the
candidate—who knows about the candidate's participation in the activity described
in the application. For more info & application, go to: www.princeton.edu/pprize
N/A
Up to
$1,000 plus
free
weekend at
Princeton
University
January
31
The Congress-Bundestag
Vocational Exchange
Program
Graduating Seniors. Vocational exchange to Germany. US
Citizen. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Ability to serve as an ambassador
of the USA. Be highly recommended by your school.
Information and application at:
http://www.usagermanyscholarship.org/
N/A
Internship/
Room &
Board in
Germany
January
31
RECEIPT
4:00pm
go to:
http://drivesmartnow.com/
4.
SOUTH BROWARD HIGH SCHOOL
DECEMBER 15, 2014 - Scholarship Bulletin
SCHOLARSHIP
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
REQUIRED
MAJOR AWARD
DEADLINE *
Juniors and Seniors. Paid 8-week summer internship with a
Bank of America
Student Leaders Program local nonprofit and leadership summit in Washington, D.C.
Information and application at:
(Great Opportunity!)
N/A
Paid 8-week January
Internship
and Trip to
Wash DC
31
Nat Moore Foundation
Urban Scholarship
(Local Scholarship)
Seniors. Financial need. Minimum unweighted GPA 2.0. Can attend a 2year or 4-year college or technical school. Commitment to community
service. Transcript. Letter of recommendation. Extracurricular activities list.
Personal statement. Photo. Application attached to this email and also
available at:
http://natmoorefoundation.net/programs/urban-scholarship-program
N/A
$2,500 per
year for 4
years
January
31
MPAS Scholars Award
(FIU)
Florida Seniors who plan to attend Florida International
University. Proven Track Record of Leadership. Minimum 3.2
GPA. Resume. Letter of Recommendation. Transcripts.
Statement. Information and application at:
http://mpas.fiu.edu/scholarships.html
N/A
$8,000
January
31
Golden Drum Scholars
Award
(FIU)
Seniors who plan to attend Florida International University.
Leadership.
Community Service. Minimum 3.5 GPA.
Resume. Letter of Recommendation. Transcripts. Essay.
Information and application at:
http://mpas.fiu.edu/scholarships.html
N/A
$10,000
January
31
Cancer for College
Scholarship
US Resident and plan to attend or attending an accredited
university or community college.
Must be a cancer
patient/cancer survivor. For more info and to apply, go to:
http://cancerforcollege.org/CFC_Application.html
N/A
$500 $4,000
January
31
Free Application for Federal ALL SENIORS should apply online at:
http://www.fafsa.ed.gov For Summer term, use completed
Student Aid (FAFSA)
N/A
Grants,
Work-study
or Loans
Ongoing
AXA Achievement
Community Scholarship
High school seniors who plan to enroll in an accredited college or
university and have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their
activities in school, the community or workplace. Information and online
application at: http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/communityscholarships.html
FIRST 10,000 APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED
N/A
$2,500
February
USF Scholarships and
Fellowships
Seniors who have applied and plan to attend University of
South Florida. For more info and application, go to:
http://usfweb2.usf.edu/finaid/scholarship_splashpage.aspx
N/A
IT Women Scholarship
Senior. Female. Plan to earn college degree in Technology
and/or Engineering of the STEM field.
For info and
application, go to:
http://www.itwomen.org/clubportal/ClubStatic.cfm?
clubID=2406&pubmenuoptID=26476
Arts for Life Scholarship
Senior. Essay; portfolio. Apply in categories: Dance, Music,
Drama, Visual Art, Creative Writing. For info and application,
go to: http://artsforlifeaward.org/apply/
N/A
ESA Foundation
Scholarship
Senior. Min.3.0 unweighted GPA OR min. 22 ACT OR 1030 SAT
(R & M). Transcript, SAT/ACT test scores, Recommendation,
Essay. For info and application, go to:
http://www.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarships-and-grants
N/A
http://www.bankofamerica.com/studentleaders
2013 tax return. For Fall term, use 2014 income tax return.
It's best to complete and file a 2014 income tax return with the
IRS first.
5.
01
APPLY
EARLY!
Varies
February
01
February
01
$2,000 $3,000
February
02
Varies
February
02
Technology $1,000
and/or
Renewable
Engineering
SOUTH BROWARD HIGH SCHOOL
DECEMBER 15, 2014 - Scholarship Bulletin
SCHOLARSHIP
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
REQUIRED
MAJOR AWARD
$1,500 plus
laptop
February
02
(2) $2,500
February
06
Broward League of Cities
Scholarship
Senior graduating from a Broward County high school. Must plan to Government (4) $1,000
Related
pursue a major in public administration, political science or other
government-related field at an accredited college/university. Min. 2.5
unweighted GPA. Essay. Transcript. Two Letters of Recommendation.
For application go to: http://www.browardleague.org/?page_id=1185 or
application & letter attached to this email
February
11
Florida Engineering Society
Scholarships
Florida Senior. US citizen. Must plan to enroll in an engineering program Engineering (6)$2,250
accreditied by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
(ABET). Min. 3.5 GPA, Min. 600M,500V, 500W on SAT or 26M,21E on
ACT. For complete information & application go to:
http://www.fleng.org/scholarships.cfm
February
13
National Co-Op Scholarship
Senior. Must plan to attend Clarkson, Drexel, Johnson & Wales, Kettering,
RIT, SUNY Oswego, Univ. of Cincinnati, Univ. of Massachusetts Lowell,
Univ. of Toledo, Wentworth Univ. Unweighted GPA 3.5. Essay. For
application go to:
http://www.waceinc.org
N/A
$6,000
February
15
RISE Scholarship
Seniors with a learning disability who have shown determination,
self advocacy and success in overcoming their difficulties and
pursing a post-secondary education. 2.5 GPA or higher. Letter of
Recommendation. Information and application at:
http://risescholarshipfoundation.org/
N/A
$2,500
February
15
William J. English Memorial
Scholarship
Senior. US citizen & resident of Florida. Must attend an accredited
Florida college or university and major in Computer Science and/or
information technology. Min 2.5 GPA. Requires transcript, 3 letters of
recommendation, essay. For application and complete info go to:
http://www.faeds.org/scholarships_william_english.cfm
Computer $3,000
Science/
Information
Technology
February
15
Jackie Robinson
Foundation Scholarship
Senior. Minority. US Citizen or Permanent Resident who plans to attend
4 year institution in US. Leadership potential, dedication to community
service, financial need; SAT 1,000+ (R+M) or ACT 21+; letter of
recommendation. Submit application, letter of recommendation online
http://www.jackierobinson.org
N/A
Varies
February
15
AFA Teens for
Alzheimer's Awareness
College Scholarship
Seniors who plan to enter a 4-year college or university. 1,200 to
1,500 word Essay: "How has Alzheimer’s disease changed or impacted
your life? What have you learned about yourself, your family and/or
your community in the face of coping with Alzheimer’s disease?" More
at: http://www.afateens.org/about_new.html
N/A
$500 $5,000
February
15
DAR
Richard and Elizabeth Dean
Scholarship
Senior; US Citizen; minimum 4.0 weighted GPA; personal statement; high
school transcript; copy of SAT/ACT scores printed from testing company
websites; letters of recommendation; list of extracurricular activities,
honors received and scholastic achievements; self-addressed, stamped
postcard. Application attached to this email.
N/A
$5,000
February
15
DAR
Senior; US Citizen; interested in studying American History, Political
Science, Government or Economics; personal statement; high school
transcript; copy of SAT/ACT scores printed from testing company
websites; letters of recommendation; list of extracurricular activities,
honors received and scholastic achievements; self-addressed, stamped
postcard. Application attached to this email.
American
History,
Political
Science,
Government
or Economics
$2,000
February
15
Ford Salute to Education
Scholarship Program
We always have winners!
Friends of Gumbo Limbo
Gordon Gilbert Scholarship
Broward County Seniors. US Citizen or Permanent Resident. Minimum
3.0 GPA.
Academic Achievement.
Demonstrated Leadership.
Community Involvement. Unmet Financial Need. Fifty winners in
Broward County. For information and application, go to:
http://stescholarships.org/SC_criteria-eligibility.html
N/A
Senior who plans to major in a field relating to Marine Science (marine
biology, some marine engineering, etc.) Min overall 3.2 GPA with a min
3.5 GPA in science courses. Recipient must volunteer 40 hours at Gumbo
Limbo Nature Center in Boca Raton. For info and application, go to:
Marine
Science
related
DEADLINE *
www.gumbolimbo.org/2015scholarship
Dr. Aura-Lee A. Pittenger and
James Hobbs Pittenger
American History Scholarship
6.
SOUTH BROWARD HIGH SCHOOL
DECEMBER 15, 2014 - Scholarship Bulletin
SCHOLARSHIP
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
REQUIRED
MAJOR AWARD
DAR
Lucinda Beneventi Findley
History Scholarship
Senior; US Citizen; minimum 3.25 weighted GPA; demonstrated advanced
interest in history and plan to study history in college; personal statement;
high school transcript; copy of SAT/ACT scores printed from testing
company websites; letters of recommendation; list of extracurricular
activities, honors received and scholastic achievements; self-addressed,
stamped postcard. Application attached to this email.
History
Irm's 100 Scholarship
(Broward College Honors
Institute)
First-time in college students who are admitted into the BC Honors
Institute in their first term at BC. Minimum standardized test scores (22
ACT Composite - Minimum 22 Reading, 21 English, 21 Math) or (1170
SAT - minimum 550 Reading, 550 Math). Interview in mid-April. More at:
http://www.broward.edu/academics/honors/Pages/Honors-Scholarships.
aspx
N/A
FREE: Princeton Summer Current Juniors interested in a career in Journalism; financial
Journalism Program 2015 need (maximum family income of $45,000); minimum 3.5
Journalism
weighted GPA; official transcript; income-tax information;
letter of recommendation; work samples. For info, go to:
www.princeton.edu/sjp
$2,000
DEADLINE *
February
15
Stackable
February
20
Tuition plus
a Book
Must apply
Supplement to BC &
Honors
Inst.
AllFebruary
expenses
paid
Summer
opportunity!!
20
Nova Southeastern
University President's
Scholarship
Seniors who plan to attend NSU as a full-time student. Meet
the requirements of a Bright Futures (FAS) Scholarship. 3.5
core WGPA, 100 hours of service & 29 ACT or 1290 SAT
(Reading & Math). More at:
http://www.nova.edu/financialaid/scholarships/index.html
N/A
Full Tuition
First
Come,
First
Served
Florida Gulf Coast
University Foundation
Scholarships
Seniors who plan to attend Florida Gulf Coast University.
Foundation Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic
achievement, financial need, and/or other specifications set by
donors. For more info, go to:
http://www.fgcu.edu/FinancialAid/Undergraduate/scholarships.html
N/A
Varies
March
01
Broward County
Chief's of Police
Scholarship
Senior who plans to major in Criminal Justice and must be a
relative of a Law Enforcement Officer (active, vested, retired)
from within Broward County. Essay, transcript required.
Considers financial need, GPA, and community involvement.
Application attached to this email.
Criminal
Justice
$1,500
March
13
Carl H. Grisham &
Laura Estella Grisham
Scholarship
(local scholarship)
Graduating Broward Senior. Min. weighted 4.75 GPA through first
semester of senior year. Requires official transcript which must
include first semester senior grades, photo, resume and
completed application & test score reports (which are no longer on
transcript). Application attached to this email and in BRACE Office.
N/A
$2,000
March
15
Seminole Club of Broward
Kari Vanover Scholarship
(FSU)
Senior (Broward County Resident) who will attend Florida State
N/A
$2,000
March
16
Hallandale Scholarship
Fund
Cum Laude Scholarship
Senior who is a resident of Hallandale Beach. Min. 3.0 GPA, 900 SAT
(Reading & Math) or 18 ACT. Must plan to attend a 4 year school. Essay
about career goals and reason for selecting the college/university you
have chosen to attend. Application attached to this email.
N/A
Varies
March
16
Hallandale Scholarship
Fund
College Incentive
Scholarship
Senior who is a resident of Hallandale Beach. Min. 2.5 GPA, 800 SAT
(Reading & Math) or 17 ACT. Must plan to attend either a 2 or 4 year
school.
Essay about career goals and reason for selecting the
college/university you have chosen to attend. Application attached to this
email.
N/A
Hallandale Scholarship
Fund
Tech Prep Scholarship
Senior who is a resident of Hallandale Beach. Must graduate with a
regular diploma and plan to attend a non-degree technical/vocational
program at an accredited tech/voc school or community college. Essay
about career goals and why you selected the school you have chosen to
attend. Application attached to this email.
N/A
University (FSU). Min. unweighted 3.0 GPA. Demonstrated
community service, extra-curricular activities. Requires Letter of
Acceptance, Essay, Transcript, Letter of Recommendation.
Application attached to this email.
7.
TO
BRACE
Varies
March
16
TO
BRACE
Varies
MARCH
TO
BRACE
16
SOUTH BROWARD HIGH SCHOOL
DECEMBER 15, 2014 - Scholarship Bulletin
SCHOLARSHIP
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
REQUIRED
MAJOR AWARD
DEADLINE *
Stonegate Charitable
Foundtion Community
Service Scholarship
(local)
Broward County Senior. Must be on Free or Reduced Lunch. Min. 3.0
academic GPA. Demonstration of community service within or outside of
school. Requires Resume, Community Service Recommendation, BRACE
Advisor Submittal Form.
Essays about your community service
experience. Application and forms attached to this email.
N/A
(5) $1,000
March
16
National League of
American Pen Women
Achievement Awards
(local)
Broward County Graduating Women Senior. Demonstrated
achievement in Music, Art, and Journalism. For more info,
go to:
http://www.nlapw-ftl.com/Scholarship_Achievement.
html
N/A
(3) $1,000
March
16
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
College General College
Scholarships
Graduating Seniors of Hispanic Heritage. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
Plan to attend a 4-year accredited university. US Citizen or
Eligible Non-Citizen. Complete FAFSA. Opens 1/1/2015.
For more info and application, go to:
http://hsf.net/en/scholarships/programs/
N/A
$500 $5,000
March
30
American College
Foundation
Visionary Scholarship
Grades 9 - 12. US citizen or Eligible Non-citizen. Students must
first register at:
http://americancollegefoundation.org/college_planning/register.aspx
to receive application packet. Requires 500 word essay, transcript.
N/A
$1,000 $5,000
April
01
Miami HEAT Scholarship
Broward County Seniors. Minimum 3.2 GPA. Test Scores.
Letters of Recommendation. Demonstrate excellence in
academics & community service. Financial Need. Information
and
application
at:
http://www.nba.
com/heat/community/community_education_scholarships.html
N/A
$2,500
April
04
Miami HEAT
Dr. Jack Ramsay
Scholarship
Broward County Seniors. Minimum 3.2 GPA. Test Scores.
Letters of Recommendation. Demonstrate excellence in
academics & community service. Financial Need. Information
and
application
at:
http://www.nba.
com/heat/community/community_education_scholarships.html
N/A
$2,500
April
04
Miami HEAT
Alec Kessler
Student-Athlete
Scholarship
Broward County Seniors. Participate in a Sport. Minimum 3.2
GPA. Test Scores. Letters of Recommendation. Demonstrate
excellence in academics & community service. Financial
Need. Information and application at:
http://www.nba.
com/heat/community/community_education_scholarships.html
N/A
$2,500
April
04
American Muslim Alliance
of Florida
(Local Scholarship)
Florida High School Senior of any faith and race. GPA 3.0.
Transcript required. 2 letters of recommendation from
teachers of core subjects (limit to one page). Guidance
Counselor statement. Essay. Application attached to this
email.
N/A
(5) $1,000
April
30
(10) $500
RECEIPT
Ayo and Iken
Children of Divorce
Scholarship
Senior attending a Florida high school who plans to attend post-high
school education. Live in a household separated by a divorce. 2000 word
essay describing how your parents continue to work together despite
being a part of a separated household. For info and application go to:
http://www.myfloridalaw.com/children-of-divorce-scholarship-ayo-iken/
N/A
(2) $1,000
May
01
Ramon Looby Excellence in Graduating Senior interested in joining a historically black
sorority or fraternity of the NPNC. Min 3.0 GPA and 1500
Leadership Award
N/A
$500
May
04
Open to all Broward County Public School Seniors who plan
to attend 4-year, 2-year or technical colleges.
Online
application and follow-up in April/May with College Award
Letter and Student Aid Report (Result of 2015-16 FAFSA).
More at: http://browardedfoiundation.org/
N/A
Many from
$1,000 to
Full Tuition
May
15
SAT or 21 ACT. Excellent record of conduct and leadership
potential. Info and application at:
http://aloiotas.com/scholarship.html
Broward Education
Foundation Scholarships
(local -apply)
8.
SOUTH BROWARD HIGH SCHOOL
DECEMBER 15, 2014 - Scholarship Bulletin
SCHOLARSHIP
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
REQUIRED
MAJOR AWARD
DEADLINE *
Seniors who plan to attend an accredited college or university forthe 2015
-16 academic school year. Essay Contest. In 2000 characters (400
words), tell us what test preparation practicies work best for you and why.
For more info, go to: http://www.mometrix.com/collegeshcolarships/
N/A
$1,000,
$2,000 and
$5,000
May
22
Senior. Eager to complete a career program in two years or
CareerSource Broward
Youth Scholarship Program less while working as a paid intern. In need of financial
N/A
Tuition and
Paid
Internship
May
30
Bright Futures Florida
Academic Scholars Award
(FAS)
Senior. Florida Resident. Attend Florida college. 16 credits of
college prep academic courses. 3.5 weighted GPA in required
credits. 100 hours of Community Service. Min. 1290 SAT (Critical
Reading & Math) or 29 ACT. Apply online after Dec. 1 at:
www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org
N/A
$103/ credit May
hour at 4year,
$71 at 2year
31
Bright Futures Florida
Medallion Scholars Award
(FMS)
Senior. Florida Resident. Attend Florida college. 16 credits of
college prep academic courses. 3.0 weighted GPA in required
credits. 75 hours of Community Service. Min. 1170 SAT (Critical
Reading & Math) or 26 ACT. Apply online after Dec. 1 at :
www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org
N/A
$77 per
credit hour
at 4-year,
$63 at 2year
May
31
Bright Futures Florida
Gold Seal Vocational
Scholars Award
(GSV)
Senior. Florida Resident. Attend Florida college. 16 credits of core
credits required for high school graduation. Three Vocational Job-Prep or
Technology Education Program credits in one vocational program with 3.5
GPA. Minimum test scores required (CPT,SAT, or ACT). 30 hours of
Community Service. Apply online afer Dec. 1 at:
www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org
N/A
$48 per
credit hour
for
Certificate
AS or AAS
May
31
Southern Housing
Scholarship
Rent Free Housing for students admitted to FSU, UF, FGCU
& FAMU. Demonstrated financial need, Min. 3.0 GPA, Letters
of recommendation, Resume and Essay required.
For
application, complete details & submission instructions go to:
www.southernscholarship.org
N/A
Rent Free
Housing
(Approx.
$20,000
over 4
years)
Year
Round, but
APPLY
EARLY!
Pagesz.net Scholarship
Writing Contest
Essay of not less than 1,250-1,500 words based on the
theme: "Why Do You Think People Are Fascinated With The
Supernatural?" For complete details, go to:
http://www.pagesz.net/scholarshipcontest/
N/A
$1,000
July
Cooperative Living
Organization
Low Cost Housing for incoming University of Florida and
Santa Fe Community College students. Information and
application at: http://www.cloliving.org/
N/A
Low-cost
housing
Ongoing
African American students should visit http://blackstudents.
Scholarships for
African American Students blacknews.com/ for many scholarship opportunities.
N/A
Varies
Ongoing
Mometrix College
Scholarships
assistance. For more information, go to:
http://youth.careersourcebroward.com
Hospital Scholarship
Opportunity
Students who plan to attend BROWARD COLLEGE and have careers in
the Health Field. Once graduated, scholarship recipients work for a twoyear employment commitment at one of the sponsoring hospitals. Visit
each hospital online. Memorial Healthcare System, Broward Health,
Kindred Hospital of SFL, & Hospital Corp of America
College Tuition
Exemption
Children that are adopted through the Department of Children and
Families after May 5, 1997, may be eligible to receive up to four
years of
college tuition waiver at Florida public universities,
colleges and vocational training schools. For more, go to:
http://adoptflorida.com/assistance-program.htm
9.
Health field Up to
$6,000
N/A
Full Tuition
Ongoing
Ongoing
01
SOUTH BROWARD HIGH SCHOOL
DECEMBER 15, 2014 - Scholarship Bulletin
SCHOLARSHIP
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
REQUIRED
MAJOR AWARD
DEADLINE *
United Negro College Fund Awarding 10,000 students each year through 400 scholarship
N/A
Varies
Ongoing
Common Knowledge
Scholarship Foundation
Open to all High School students. Tournament style
academic quiz competition that turns High school subjects into
scholarship opportunities. Quizzes offered September through
May. For more information go to:
http://www.cksf.org
N/A
Varies
Ongoing
Check out these Internet
Scholarship Databases
http://www.fastweb.com/
http://www.meritaid.com/
http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/
http://www.college-scholarships.com/free_scholarship_searches.htm
http://www.zinch.com
http://www.cappex.com
N/A
Varies
Ongoing
www.apiasf.org
http://www.maldef.org/leadership/scholarships/index.html
http://www.e4fc.org/
http://www.finaid.org/
http://www.chooseyourfuture.org/college/undocumented-students
N/A
Varies
Ongoing
and internship programs so that students from low-and
moderate-income families can afford college tuition, books
and room and board. Go to: http://www.uncf.org/
More Internet scholarship
databases (some for
undocumented students)...
10.