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Table of ContentsPg. 2-15: Scholarship ListPg. 16: Additional ResourcesPg. 17: Scholarship Program/Resource ListPg. 18: Items Needed for Scholarship Applications$$ CCC Scholarship List $$The following are just SOME of the many “outside” scholarships that you may be eligible to apply for. Visit specific college websites or the CCC to learn more about the various scholarship offers.Note: Scholarships with a red asterisk (*) do not require U.S. Citizenship.Highlighted deadlines have not been updated for the 2020-2021 school year.List last updated April 16, 2021.Gates ScholarshipThe Gates Scholarship is a highly selective, full scholarship for exceptional, Pell-eligible, minority, high school seniors with a 3.3 or higher and an extensive leadership and community service record. Deadline: September 15, 2020Award Amount: Full RideVisit: Koch Impact Scholarship ProgramThis scholarship is awarded to high school seniors attending Kansas State University majoring in business or engineering. You must have a minimum ACT score of 23 and 3.25 GPA Deadline: Late September Award Amount: Up to 5,000 per year Visit: *QuestBridge Scholarship QuestBridge is an extremely competitive scholarship program. Visit the CCC for assistance. Deadline: September 26, 2020Award Amount: Full Ride Visit: *The Hispanic Heritage Foundation Scholarship If chosen, the student must attend an award banquet in Dallas, TX in order to receive the award. Deadline: Mid-OctoberAward Amount: up to $3,000 Visit: programs/youth-awardsOmega Psi Phi Fraternity International High School Essay ContestTo win, you must write an essay on the following prompt: “Against the backdrop of the global “Black Lives matter” movement, why is it even more important for young people to become and remain politically engaged?”Deadline: October 16, 2020Award Amount: Up to $5000Visit: Visit the CCC for an applicationHoratio Alger Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) The Horatio Alger Kansas Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to students in the State of Kansas who have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity and who aspire to pursue higher education. Deadline: October 25, 2020Award Amount: $10,000 Visit: *Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship Program This is a very competitive scholarship with multiple steps. You must demonstrate financial need. Applicants should start the process of apply for this prestigious scholarship early. Deadline: October 30, 2020Award Amount: up to $30,000 annually Visit: scholarship-programs/college-scholarshipCoca-Cola Scholarship Coca-Cola provides a nationally recognized scholarship opportunity. Applicants must have a 3.0 or higher GPA and a strong record of community service and extracurricular activities to apply. Deadline: October 31, 2020Award Amount: Finalists receive $20,000 Visit: Voice of Democracy ScholarshipTo win this scholarship, record a three minute speech about What Makes America Great Deadline: October 31, 2020Award Amount: varies Visit: Klose ScholarshipAre you interested in teaching math or science and want to go to Wichita State University? Apply for this scholarship which covers the average cost of tuition and books for two years! Minimum 3.5 GPA and ACT score of 24 OR top 10% in your class. Deadline: November 1, 2020Award Amount: Up to $20,000 Visit: College Koch Scholars ProgramTo be a Koch Scholar, you must be an incoming freshmen student at Wichita State with a declared major in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Human Resources or Management Information Systems. You must participate in 3-4 Koch Scholars events and have a GPA of 3.7 and minimum ACT score of 27.Deadline: November 1, 2020Award Amount: Up to $30,000 per yearVisit:*The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) This scholarship is awarded to students who have an exclusive record of volunteer community service. Deadline: November 10, 2020Award Amount: $5,000 Visit: Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship This scholarship is for students who have a strong community service and volunteer record. Deadline: November 15, 2020Award Amount: $4,000-$50,000 Visit: ENF/scholars/mvs.cfmDell Scholars Program Applicants must be in AVID, Upward Bound or GEAR UP to apply. Please see the CCC for more detailed information. Deadline: December 1, 2020Award Amount: $20,000 and a laptop Visit: scholarship*Linwood Sexton Endowed Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) This scholarship is geared toward minority students who will be attending WSU who plan to major in Education or Business. Deadline: December 1, 2020Award Amount: Full Ride Visit: Urban Leadership Scholarship This scholarship is for students admitted to Kansas State University who desire to promote future engagement with the challenges facing urban communities. Applicants should have at least a 3.5 GPA, and a strong record of community service with preference given to first generation students. Deadline: December 1, 2021Award Amount: $5000Visit: Foundation Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) This is a fantastic scholarship opportunity that cover what is left after applying a PELL grant to your cost of attendance. This is for students planning on going to WSU, ESU or FHSU. Visit the CCC with questions. You must be PELL eligible with a 3.0 GPA required.Deadline: December 11, 2020Award Amount: Covers all remaining student expenses, including tuition, room, and board. Visit: Professor Fran Jabara Endowed Scholarship The Wichita State Center for Entrepreneurship?awards two $30,000 Professor Fran Jabara Endowed Scholarships each year to students majoring or double-majoring in entrepreneurship. Must have at least a 3.5 GPA OR 27 ACT to apply. Deadline: December 13, 2020Award Amount: $30,000 Visit: King Scholarship Burger King offers a wide variety of scholarships to students. Check their website for details on each one. Deadline: December 15, 2020Award Amount: $1,000-$50,000 Visit: burgerkingscholars/information.phpKoch Opportunity Scholarship ProgramKoch offers this scholarship to historically underrepresented or first-generation incoming freshman who have been admitted to the KU School of Business. You must have minimum ACT score of 25 and 3.25 GPA.Deadline: Mid-DecemberAward Amount: $10,000Visit: ScholarshipTravers Tool will award $1,250+ in tools to a student enrolled in metalworking or welding program at vocational, technical school, community college or university.?Deadline: December 31, 2020 Award Amount: $1,250 in tools Visit: National ScholarshipThe Air Force, Army and Navy offer ROTC scholarships. The requirements vary from branch to branch, so check out each individual link. Deadline: December 31 (Navy), January 14 (Air Force), February 4 (Army)Award: Up to Full RideVisit: Army - Force: Navy: *Friends STEM Promise Friends University will cover tuition for up to four years if you’re interested in a STEM program and meet the following requirements: must be Pell Grant eligible and graduate from a Wichita area high school with at least a 3.2 GPA and a 21 ACT. Deadline: January 1, 2021 Award Amount: Full TuitionVisit: Acacia Fraternity Scholarship The Acacia Leadership Scholarship is a one-time scholarship awarded to incoming male freshmen at Kansas State University who display excellence in academics, motivation for personal success, and an interest in studying the principles of leadership. Deadline: January 3, 2021Award Amount: $500-$1000Visit: Reagan Foundation Scholarship The Ronald Reagan Foundation rewards students who demonstrative exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with financial assistance to pursue higher education. Deadline: January 5, 2021Award Amount: $10,000 Visit: ge-rfscholarships.aspxFoot Locker Scholarship The Foot Locker Scholar Athletes program honors student athletes who demonstrate excellence in school, on their sports teams, and in their communities. Deadline: January 8, 2021Award Amount: $25,000 Visit: *United Way/Aaron Joel Smith Volunteer Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) The United Way gives scholarships to students who are active with the United Way or with an affiliated organization such as the Urban League, NuLites, Sisterhood, American Heart Association, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Catholic Charities, the Boys & Girls Club and other affiliated programs. Deadline: January 8, 2021Award Amount: $400-1,000 Visit: Visit the CCC for an application Vype/Heights Booster Club Scholarship (HEIGHTS SCHOLARSHIP)To apply, you must be a senior participating in a KSHSAA sponsored activity, have at least a 3.0 grade point average AND your parent/guardian must be a member of the Booster Club. Applications must be submitted to Mr. Church.Deadline: Early January Award Amount: $1000Visit: Visit the CCC for an application Margaret Van Horn Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) This scholarship is for students who will be pursuing a degree in business or education in Kansas. Deadline: January 14, 2021Award Amount: $300 Visit: *Kansas Hispanic Education & Development Foundation Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) This is a local scholarship for Hispanic students with a 2.5 GPA or higher. Deadline: January 15, 2021Award Amount: $1,000 is the average award. Visit: JFK Profile in Courage Essay Contest The Profile in Courage Essay Contest invites United States high school students to consider the concept of political courage by writing an essay. No ACT or GPA requirement. Deadline: January 15, 2021Award Amount: $500, $1,000 and $10,000 Visit: Education/Profile-in-Courage-Essay-Contest.aspx The Coolidge Scholarship (juniors only)The Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation offers a full-ride scholarship for current high school juniors. Coolidge Scholars are selected primarily on academic excellence, with secondary criteria including an interest in public policy as well as humility and service.Deadline: January 20, 2021Award Amount: Full-Ride Visit: Wichita Legal Professionals Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) Wichita Legal Professionals (WLP) annually awards three scholarships on the basis of scholastic achievements, future career goals, demonstration of financial need, and leadership ability for students interested in a law related career.Deadline: January 22, 2021Award Amount: $250Visit: Visit the CCC for an application Wichita Alumnae Panhellenic Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP)This scholarship is designed to encourage young women to investigate sorority life. Ideal candidates have strong backgrounds in leadership, scholarship, and community service.?The scholarship is need based and you must have a 3.4 GPA.Deadline: January 22, 2021Award Amount: four - $1,000 scholarships Visit: Visit the CCC for an application.*Point Foundation Scholarship This scholarship awards LGBTQ students who have demonstrated leadership, personal merit, and involvement in the LGBTQ community. Deadline: January 25, 2021Award Amount: varies Visit: Equitable Excellence ScholarshipEquitable Excellence winners come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences, but they all demonstrate courage, strength, and wisdom as shown by community impact through volunteer service. Deadline: January 28, 2021Award Amount: $2,500-$25,000 Visit: Junior Achievement Fran Jabara Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP)Will be you be majoring in business at Wichita State? If so, apply for this local scholarship! You must plan to enroll in WSU’s Frank Barton School of Business, have a 3.0 GPA, and submit a 1 page essay.Deadline: January 29, 2021Award Amount: $1,000 Visit: Visit the CCC for an application USDA/1890 National Scholars ProgramThe USDA/1890 National Scholars Program partners with the USDA to award scholarships to students attending one of the 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Universities. Must study agriculture, food, natural resource sciences, or other related disciplinesDeadline: January 31, 2021Award Amount: Full RideVisit:*League of Women voters Wichita-Metro Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP)The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization encouraging the informed and active participation of citizens in government. They offer two scholarships based on essays, academic merit, and community service.Deadline: Late JanuaryAward Amount: $500-$1000Visit: Visit the CCC for an application.Delta Theta Chi SororityDelta Theta Chi awards two scholarships to students who have a high scholastic average, show evidence of financial need, and show promise and distinction.?Both men and women can apply.Deadline: February 1, 2021Award Amount: three $1,600 scholarships Visit: Foundation ScholarshipThis scholarship is open to high school seniors who have an active duty parent stationed at McConnel Air force Base. Must have a 3.0 GPA to apply.Deadline: February 12, 2021Award Amount: Up to $50,000 for four yearsVisit: Wichita Manufactures Association Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) These scholarships are for any Wichita senior with plans to major in a manufacturing field such as engineering, welding, aviation, and even business or accounting if planning on working within a manufacturing-related business. Deadline: February 13, 2021Award Amount: $1,000 Visit: GPACAC Scholarship Three scholarships are available through this state organization.Deadline: February 15, 2021Award Amount: $1,000Visit: The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative (FOSSI)FOSSI is a program providing scholarships and professional development opportunities directed at furthering (STEM) education in students from underrepresented communities. Must plan to pursue studies at a historically black college or university (HBCU).Deadline: February 15, 2021Award Amount: $40,000Visit: Evergy Energy Scholarships (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) Westar offers various scholarships for students interested in pursuing an associate degree in electric power and distribution, power-plant technology, wind energy, industrial technology, or other industry related degrees. See website for specific details for each scholarship. Deadline: February 15, 2021Award Amount: $3,000 Visit: *Hispanic Scholarship Fund General College Scholarships Multiple scholarship opportunities for Hispanic students are offered through this organization. You must have a 3.0 or higher. Deadline: February 15, 2021Award Amount: $1,000-$5,000 Visit: *Alpha Phi Alpha Black and Gold ICT Foundation (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity sponsors a scholarship for graduating high school seniors attending school in the Wichita, Kansas area. Scholarships will be awarded to academically qualified students who have designated their college choice and course of study and has a proven need for assistance. Deadline: Mid-FebruaryAward Amount: Up to $500 Visit: *SER Corporation Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) The SER Corporation offers a scholarship for Hispanic students with a 2.75 GPA or higher. Deadline: February 28, 2021Award Amount: $500-$1,000 Visit: Kansas Contractors Association (KCA) Foundation ScholarshipThe KCA is offering scholarships ranging from $500 to $2500 for any student enrolled in a construction management, construction science, construction engineering technology or related field of study at a Kansas university, community college, or technical college.Deadline: February 28, 2021Award Amount: $500-$2500Visit: Visit the CCC for an application.ACS Scholars Program This scholarship is for minority seniors that will be pursuing a college degree in chemistry or a related field. Deadline: March 1, 2021Award Amount: $2,500 Visit: content/acs/en/funding-and-awards/scholarships/acsscholars.htmlLife Lessons Scholarship ApplicationThis scholarship is for students who have lost a parent or guardian.Deadline: March 1, 2021Award Amount: $500 - $5,000Visit: AIAA Roger W. Kahn ScholarshipAIAA is awarding up to four $10,000 scholarships to high school seniors who enroll in an engineering major at a college or university! Must have a 3.5 GPA to apply. Deadline: March 1, 2021Award Amount: $10,000Visit: pz85oer1 Better Business Bureau Scholarship These scholarships recognize students of integrity who represent Better Business Bureau values. They are awarded to students who exemplify ethical behavior and personal integrity and who demonstrate humility, courage, compassion and respect for their peers, teachers and community. Deadline: March 12, 2021Award Amount: $2,000 (two in Kansas are awarded) Visit: *The Kansas Masonic Lodge Scholarships (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) The Kansas Masonic Foundation offers a variety of scholarships for students in Kansas, including one specifically for students who have a physical disability. In addition to the scholarships, they also sponsor an essay contest due in November. There is no ACT or GPA requirements!Deadline: March 15, 2021Award Amount: $500-$5,000 Visit: Glenn Lygrisse/KACRAO ScholarshipThe Kansas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (KACRAO) offers scholarships to reward students who have demonstrated quality leadership during their high school years.Deadline: March 15, 2021Award Amount: 4 - $500Visit: *ISM – Wichita Student Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) The Wichita Chapter of the Institute of Supply Management awards scholarships to students who plan a career in Supply Chain Management and who excel academically, exhibit leadership potential, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need. Deadline: March 15, 2021Award Amount: varies Visit: *Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Scholarships (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority (Wichita Chapter) is offering scholarships to Class of 2021 graduates including those majoring in education or fine arts or those who are future leaders.Deadline: March 19, 2021Award Amount: $250-$500Visit: Visit the CCC for an application.Delta Sigma Theta Sorority ScholarshipAll students who have at least a 2.5 GPA and are planning to enroll in a college/university are eligible to apply for this scholarship. This scholarship requires an essay on the following topic: “Considering the varied views on peaceful protest and domestic terrorism, what role will you play in empowering your community?”Deadline: March 19, 2021Award Amount: $500 Visit: Visit the CCC for an application*Kansas County Clerks and Election Officials Association (KCCEOA) Scholarship You must plan to major in Journalism, Political Science, Business, or Communications to apply for this scholarship. Additionally, you must have a 3.0+ GPA and plan to attend a Kansas college.Deadline: March 31, 2021Award Amount: $500Visit: Visit the CCC for an application.The Evergy Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) The Evergy Scholarship Fund is offering a total of ten $1000 scholarships to award to students looking to attend college. You must be a resident of zip codes 67208, 67214 or 67219 to apply. Must be a graduating senior in high school and have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Deadline: March 31, 2021Award Amount: $1,000 Visit: *Wichita Community Foundation Scholarships (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS) The Wichita Community Foundation offers MANY different scholarships for students in Wichita. Visit their website to find out how to apply and to look at each scholarship opportunity. Deadline: Year RoundAward Amount: varies Visit: *Aircraft Electronics Association Education Foundation Scholarships More than 20 scholarships are awarded a year to seniors pursuing a career in avionics or aircraft maintenance. Deadline: April 1, 2021Award Amount: varies Visit: scholarship/*Kansas Financial Scholarship The Kansas Securities Commissioner (KSC), the Kansas Bank Commissioner (OSBC) and the Kansas Insurance Department are awarding five scholarships up to $3000. Requires an essay and completion of a KSC or OSBC financial education course. You must attend a college in Kansas. Deadline: April 1, 2021Award Amount: Up to $3,000Visit: *Dottie Bishop Head Start Kid Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) Apply to this scholarship if you participated in a Head Start pre-school.Deadline: April 15, 2021Award Amount: $2,500 Visit: Visit the CCC for an application Rotary Club of East Wichita Foundation (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) The Rotary Club offers scholarships for students who plan to go to college in Kansas. It requires a 3.0 GPA or higher.Deadline: April 15, 2021Award Amount: $1,000 per year Visit: John Cowan Memorial Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP)This scholarship provides financial assistance to students within the state of Kansas pursuing a professional career in the field of Geography attained through a geographic-focused education.Deadline: April 15, 2021Award Amount: $1000Visit: *IWISH Scholarship Essay Contest To apply for this scholarship, applicants must write an essay of 800 to 1600 words on the following topic: “"What can IWSH do to raise awareness for those who lack access to running water, sanitation?"Deadline: April 30th, 2021Award Amount: $500 - $1,000 Visit: Board of Regents (KBOR) Scholarships and Grants (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) Several scholarships are available through KBOR including the Kansas Ethnic Minority Scholarship, the Kansas Teacher Service Scholarship, the Kansas State Scholarship, and more. Check with the CCC regarding these scholarships. Deadline: May 1, 2021 Award Amount: varies Visit: scholarships_and_grants*O’Brate Regular Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) If you have previous work experience and a 2.5 GPA or higher, apply to this scholarship! Deadline: May 1, 2021 Award Amount: $1,000-$5,000 Visit: *Dual-Credit Scholarship (LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP) This scholarship assists you with paying for college courses while in high school, provided to students with limited resources. You must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and previous work experience.Deadline: May 1, 2021Award Amount: $1,000-$5,000 Visit: Harris Math and Science ScholarshipsThe Council of the Great City Schools offers four scholarships to two Black and two Hispanic students currently completing their senior year of high school who are pursuing a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM). Applicants must attend a 4-year university. Deadline: May 4, 2021 Award Amount: $5000 Visit: Ethic ScholarshipAre you training for a skilled labor job and have a strong work ethic? This could be the scholarship for you. Deadline: May 6, 2021Award Amount: VariesVisit: Alger National Career & Technical ScholarshipHoratio Alger provides scholarships are awarded to students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their lives who wish to pursue a career or technical education at an accredited non-profit post-secondary institution in the United States.Deadline: Early MayAward Amount: $2,500 Visit: *Brower Youth Awards for Environmental Leadership Awards are given to recognize outstanding activism and achievements on a project or campaign with positive environmental and social impact. Award recipients will receive a $3,000 cash prize, a professionally produced short film about their work, and flight and lodging accommodations for a weeklong trip to the San Francisco Bay Area. Deadline: May 14, 2021Award Amount: $3,000 Visit: apply/Krylon Clear Choice Art Scholarship For students majoring in the visual arts, applicants must submit a portfolio of 3-6 images of artwork. Deadline: May 31, 2021Award Amount: $1,000 Visit: munity/krylon-clear-choice-art-scholarship/ Triple-Impact Competitor Scholarship - JUNIORS ONLYApply for this scholarship if you play on a sports team or participate in club sports. Deadline: May 31, 2021Award Amount: $1,000 - $2,000 Visit: our-awards/triple-impact-competitor-scholarships/PB&J ScholarshipHave you experienced an overcome challenges in your life and have a drive to succeed? Then apply for this scholarship. No ACT score or GPA required!Deadline: May 31, 2021Award Amount: $500-$1,000 Visit: Wichita Ministerial League (GMWL) Scholarship The GWML is seeking graduating seniors with a record of volunteerism in the community, their church, and participation in extracurricular school activities. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and plan to attend a 2 or 4-year college.Deadline: May 21, 2021Award Amount: $1,000 Visit: Visit the CCC for an application.The Immigrant Heritage Scholarship This scholarship recognizes and honors academically talented and gifted immigrant students in Kansas. Recipients are selected on basis of merit, without consideration of immigrant status, college choice, or major. Deadline: June 1, 2021Award Amount: $1000-$2500Visit: Visit the CCC for an application.Additional Resources: Potential Workplace Scholarships: Have an afterschool job? Check with your workplace to find out if they offer special scholarships to their employees. Examples include Walmart, Chipotle and Burger King. Potential Scholarships through Your Parent’s Workplace: Many companies offer scholarships to dependents of their employees. Check with your parent’s workplace to find out if they have a scholarship program. Potential Bank Scholarships: Have a bank account? Check with your bank to find out if they offer scholarships to their account holders. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ DACA/DREAM ACT/NON-U.S. CITIZENS: Searching for scholarships if you are under DACA or are a non-U.S. citizen can be challenging since a lot of scholarships require U.S. citizenship or that you are a permanent resident of the U.S. (i.e., have a Greencard). On the CCC’s scholarship list, scholarships that do not require citizenship are marked with a red asterisk: * Also, here are several scholarship search sites that cater to students that are not US citizens: more information about financial aid and scholarships for non-U.S. citizens, visit: Programs and ResourcesCashCourse?– Information that helps college students stay financially informed.College Board Opportunity Scholarships –Complete key steps along your path to college for a chance to earn scholarships (juniors only). Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation?– Educational and scholarship opportunities for students of all levels.Cappex?– A free website where you can learn which colleges want you before you apply and learn about more than $11 billion in merit aid scholarships.KnowHow2GO?– Complete information on college prep, whether in middle school or seniors.HS Finder?(Hispanic?Scholarship Fund)?– Scholarship information for Latino students.Thurgood Marshall College Fund?– Provides scholarships, programmatic and capacity building support to the 47 public Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund?– The nation’s largest non-profit organization devoted to providing college scholarships for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI).American Indian College Fund?– Provides Native American students with scholarships and financial support for the nation’s 33 accredited tribal colleges and universities.Dell Scholars Program?– Recognizes academic potential and determination in students that have a definite need for financial assistance.UNCF?– Awards 10,000 students each year through 400 scholarship and internship programs so that students from low- and moderate-income families can afford college tuition, books and room and board.Gates Millennium?Scholars?– Provides outstanding low income African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in any discipline they choose.Scholly?– A mobile app that provides students with a fast and simple way to find scholarships for college. (Created by Christopher Gray, a Coca-Cola Scholar!)Edubirdie Athletic Scholarships?– Lists the top 30 Sport Scholarships for athletes to consider applying for. Mometrix- This website features a huge list of scholarships based on popularity in web searches. Society of Women Engineers- Do you identify as female and are interested in becoming an engineer? If so, visit this website to apply for multiple scholarships just for you!A “Before-You-Apply” ChecklistMany scholarships require you to report lots of information. Before you apply for scholarships, have handy the following items so the process goes as quickly as possible:A transcript?– While completing applications, you may be asked to type in your grades since you have been in high school. Having your transcript nearby will help you fill in this information quickly. You can access your transcript by creating an account at A school profile?– You may need this to answer several questions about your school such as your?school code (Height’s code is 173212), as well as the number of AP, IB and Honors classes your school provides. If needed, see Mr. Ghitis for a copy of the school profile. A list of school and non-school related clubs and organizations –?Include any?leadership positions earned since freshman year plus any awards and honors that you have received. A list of volunteer organizations – Include the number of hours served with each organization since freshman year plus any awards and honors that you have received.Two letters of recommendation – Many scholarships require you to submit one or two letters of recommendation. Identify two adults in your life who can write about your character strengths. It looks good if you have one teacher/counselor/CCC/administrator as well as one individual from outside of school (i.e., your boss, your volunteer supervisor, your pastor, etc.). I am happy to write recommendation letters for you, but I want to learn more about you first. Therefore, be sure to visit me often! Family Income – Some need-based scholarships will ask you to include information about your family’s income. This is to help determine your “need” for certain scholarships.Personal Statements/Essays – Often times, scholarship applications will as ask you to write about your goals, a leadership experience you have had, and/or what has motivated you to pursue a college degree. Spend some time typing up about 500 words for each of these potential prompts. You’ll thank yourself later. Administrator/Counselor ChartLast NameAdministrator/CounselorA-GMr. Darrin Ross/Mr. Wesley RegehrH-PMr. Kevin Steiner/Mrs. Heather YbarraQ-Z Ms. Becky Sailor/Mrs. Shauna MagennisMr. David GhitisCollege and Career Coordinator316-973-1516dghitis@ ................
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