SCHOLARSHIP UPDATE



SCHOLARSHIP UPDATE

Mount Tabor High School

February 21, 2017

FAFSA: Have you filed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid?

March 1 is a priority deadline for many colleges and universities.

WINSTON-SALEM FOUNDATION Scholarship Opportunities

Review scholarship opportunities coordinated through the Winston-Salem Foundation at . Many scholarships are accessible using the one-stop application online and submitting supplemental information by the April 1, 2017 deadline. Some scholarships are one time awards, and others are renewable for three additional years. The foundation coordinates other scholarships which require a separate application or process, like the Josh Gray Memorial Scholarship and the Edward Kent Welch Scholarship described in this update. Read all information at carefully and follow directions.

Crosby Scholars should keep up with scholarship information at .

Student Financial Aid for North Carolinians 2017-18 is published by College Foundation of North Carolina with information about many grant, scholarship and loan programs in North Carolina. A copy of the booklet is available for use in the Mount Tabor Guidance Office. The booklet can also be accessed at fabook.

The Forgivable Education Loans for Service (FELS) Program provides financial assistance to qualified students who are committed to working in NC in fields designated as critical employment shortage areas. Forgivable Loans are available in the following areas: Allied Health, Allied Health-Counseling, Medical and Education (Teaching) Programs. Students and families will find more information and the application process at FELS.

Scholarship Search by Sallie Mae (ScholarshipSearch) helps students find scholarships that match their skills and interests by providing access to 5 million scholarships worth up to $24 billion.

Mount Tabor High School Academic, Arts and Athletic PTSA Scholarship applications are available in the Guidance Office. Applicants must be PTSA members by to apply. The deadline to turn in complete applications is April 25, 2017

We recommend that all families file the FAFSA for the 2017-18 academic year at . Keep up with your Student Aid Report and contact college/university Financial Aid Offices if you have questions or need additional help.

BROWN ALUMNI CHAPTER (WINSTON-SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY) SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: High school senior who enrolls at Winston-Salem State University as a full-time degree seeking student during the 2017-18 school year;

Minimum 2.8 GPA

Award: $1,000 scholarship

Deadline: April 10, 2017

Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office

KUANDELEA ALUMNI CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP (WINSTON-SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY)

Criteria: Graduating senior of a Winston-Salme/Forsyth County public or private high school planning to attend Winston-Salem State University; minimum GPA of 3.0

Awards Two $1,000 scholarships

Deadline: April 15, 2017

Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office

OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: African-American males in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public School District

Awards: Several $1,000 scholarships

Deadline: April 21, 2017

Contact: Printed copy of the application in MT Guidance Office; however, access the application at and complete the electronic document and print

HERTER O’NEAL SCHOLARSHIP (NORTH CAROLINA COOPERATIVE EXTENSION ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION)

Criteria: Students pursuing an Associates and/or Bachelors degree in a business related field

Award: $650 scholarship

Deadline: March 24, 2017

Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office

W. GENE MALLOY SCHOLARSHIP (SAINT JAMES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH)

Criteria: Residents of Forsyth County who demonstrate resiliency and strength of character to overcome the challenges of life with integrity, optimism and a strong sense of humor; demonstrate concern and support for others; 2.0-3.5 GPA

Awards: $100 to $500 scholarships

Deadline: April 15, 2017

Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office

ACCESS SCHOLARS PROGRAM @ APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY

Criteria: First time, full-time students who are North Carolina residents and have a 0 Estimated Family Contribution (FAFSA)

Awards: Full Tuition & Room and Board for four years

Deadline: March 1, 2017

Contact: Submit three essays in your MyApp portal, along with two letters of recommendations and resume’.

WINSTON-SALEM JAYCEES OUTSTANDING YOUNG LEADER SCHOLARSHIPS

Criteria: Leadership, impact/involvement in school and community activities and academic achievement

Awards: $1,000 local scholarship and possible state level awards

Deadline: March 15, 2016 (to Guidance Office or to Mr. Fisher in Room 524)

Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office

PIEDMONT CIVITAN CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Academic achievement and financial need (one MT senior will be selected to apply)

Award: One $1,000 scholarship

Deadline: April 11, 2017 (Submit Scholarship Nomination Form and Senior Profile/Resume by March 2, 2017 to Mr. Huck to be considered)

Contact: Application will be given to the senior selected to apply

STRATFORD ROTARY SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Academic Achievement, Community Service, Leadership and Financial Need (one MT senior will be selected to apply)

Award: Three $2,500 scholarships

Deadline: April 21, 2017 (Submit Scholarship Nomination Form and Senior Profile/Resume by March 2, 2017 to Mr. Huck to be considered)

Contact: Application will be given to the senior selected to apply

VIENNA CIVIC CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Seniors from Mount Tabor, North Forsyth, Reagan and West Forsyth high schools; based on service, need and merit

Awards: $100 to $500 scholarships

Deadline: March 31, 2017

Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office

WINSTON-SALEM CHAPTER OF NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Seniors in Forsyth County who plan to enroll at NCCU for the 2017-18 school year; minimum 3.0 GPA

Awards: Several scholarships

Deadline: February 27, 2017

Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office

KIMBERLY PARK CHAPTER OF THE WINSTON-SALEM STATEUNIVERSITY NATIONAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Member of an underserved population in higher education and planning to attend WSSU

Award: $1,000 scholarship

Deadline: April 15, 2017

Contact: Application available in MT Guidance Office

LEWISVILLE CIVIC CLUB 2017 SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Seniors involved in school and community services (especially to the Lewisville community) and a minimum 2.5 GPA

Awards: Three $1,500 scholarships

Deadline: March 31, 2017

Contact: Applications in MT Guidance Office and also available at

NORTH CAROLINA SOCIETY OF ACCOUNTANTS SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION

Criteria: Seniors who indicate a desire to enter the profession of Accounting

Awards Multiple $750 scholarships

Deadline: April 15,2017

Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office

WHITLOW-OSBORNE SCHOLARSHIP (NORTH CAROLINA ASSOCIATION OF ESCUE & EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES INC)

Criteria: Senior planning to enter into an Emergency Services Curriculum for a course of study at a community college, technical institute or an accredited trade school

Award: $2,000 scholarship

Deadline: March 31, 2017

Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office

EDGAR AND LOIS REICH EDUCATIONAL FUND SCHOLARSHIPS

Criteria: Seniors who are native born citizens of Forsyth County or Davidson County, NC and pursuing an undergraduate degree in Education or Dental Science; demonstrate academic achievement (not only the top students in class) and financial need

Awards: Number of recipients and scholarship amounts vary from year to year

Deadline: March 13, 2017

Contact: Information flier in MT Guidance Office; apply online at

SENAH C. AND C. A. KENT FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS

Criteria: Seniors who will attend college in Forsyth County, NC and demonstrate academic achievement (not only the top students in class) and financial need

Awards: Number of recipients and scholarship amounts vary from year to year

Deadline: March 13, 2017

Contact: Information flier in MT Guidance Office; apply online at

DELTA KAPPA GAMMA SORORITY (BETA MU, BETA NU AND ZETA CHAPTERS) WINSTON-SALEM

Criteria: Seniors who plan to continue formal education with the goal to become teachers; scholarship leadership, service to school and community and teaching career plan (four applications from MTHS may be submitted)

Award: $1,000 scholarship

Deadline: March 10, 2017 (Turn in completed application to Mr. Huck by March 7th)

Contact: Application available in MT Guidance Office

CENTER FOR SMART FINANCIAL CHOICES 2017-18 FINANCIAL EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION

Criteria: Youth Scholarship for any high school senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA and Hispanic/Latino Student Scholarship for high school students with a minimum 3.0 GPA; applicants must attend two financial education classes offered by CFSFC and complete a 500-word essay in response to classes

Awards: Scholarships range from $1,000 to $2,000

Deadlines: March 1, 2017 to complete the Application for Scholarship Opportunity and return with $15 membership fee to the Center for Smart Financial Choices; March 31, 2017 to complete classes and submit all application materials

Contact: Application available in MT Guidance Office

SAVANNAH COLLEGE OF ART & DESIGN DISTINGUISHED SCHOLARS AWARD

Criteria: Seniors planning to pursue an art and design education, outstanding visual arts, performing arts, writing or riding capabilities, very strong GPA and SAT/ACT scores and leadership skills demonstrated through school and community activities

Awards: $20,000 scholarships

Deadline: March 1, 2017 to complete all admission requirements, including transcript and portfolio submission (See your counselor if you want to be nominated)

Contact: Apply online at scad.edu/apply

2017 STUDENT-VIEW SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Criteria: Seniors who plan to attend four-year college, community/junior college or career school

Awards: One $4,000 scholarship; Two $1,000 scholarships; Ten $500 scholarships

Deadline: April 22, 2017

Contact: Log on to student- and complete a 15-20 minute application survey about colleges in your area; scholarships are awarded by a drawing in May

STATE EMPLOYEES’ CREDIT UNION “PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE” SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Every graduating senior with A 2.5 GPA or higher (US citizen and resident of NC) and planning to attend one of the 16 constituent campus of the UNC system; demonstrates financial need as determined by submission of the FAFSA, exemplifies the membership philosophy of credit unions, PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE and has demonstrated leadership, excellence of character, integrity and community involvement.

Award: One $10,000 scholarship to one MTHS senior ($2,500 per year)

Deadline: Submit the People Helping People preliminary application information by April 18, 2017 (MTHS scholarship committee will select the recipient before May 1, 2017)

Contact: Information and preliminary application directions in MT Guidance Office

MEL HUGHES SCHOLARSHIP from ALLEGACY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

Criteria: Student must be a primary member (or become a member) of Allegacy and a high school senior accepted to attend an accredited postsecondary institution; academic performance (3.0 minimum GPA), extracurricular and community activities and an essay question.

Awards: Four $1,300 scholarships for college/university and four $250 scholarships for community/technical schools

Deadline: March 30, 2017

Contact: Information available in MT Guidance Office; application available online at scholarships

LEGAL SUPPORT STAFF OF WINSTON-SALEM SCHOLARSHIP & LEGAL SUPPORT STAFF OF NORTH CAROLINA

Criteria: High School seniors based on financial need (40 %), GPA (30%), School & Community Activities (10%), Leadership Skills (10%) and Career Goals (10%)

Awards: One $1,500 scholarship and qualification for NC state level awards: First Place-$2,500 and Second Place-$1,500

Deadline: March 2, 2017

Contact: Application and directions available in MT Guidance Office

FORSYTH COUNTY FARM BUREAU SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Resident of Forsyth County with a 2.5 GPA or higher and planning to pursue a degree in Agriculture

Awards: One $5,000 scholarship at a four-year college/university and one $2,500 scholarship at a community college

Deadline: March 15, 2017

Contact: Application in MT Guidance Office

WINSTON-SALEM/FORSYTH COUNTY PAN-HELENIC COUNCILSCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Seniors from the WS/FCS system of African American ethnic background with minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstration of good citizenship as evidence by involvement in school and community activities

Awards: Two &500 scholarships

Deadline: March 27, 2017

Contact: Application in MT Guidance Office

ERICA WOLFE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Mount Tabor senior who has participated in band/orchestra and high school sports, school clubs, and community organizations; minimum 3.5 unweighted GPA

Award: one scholarship, varies each year (usually $750 to $1,000)

Deadline: April 1, 2017 (submit application to Mr. Huck)

Contact: Information and application available at beginning January 1; use one-stop application

WES BURTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Mount Tabor senior who has demonstrated examples of community and school service, plans to major in mathematics, computer science, business administration, or engineering in college, and demonstrates financial need; minimum unweighted 3.5 GPA

Award: $500

Deadline: April 1, 2017

Contact: Information and application available at beginning January 1; use the one-stop application

JOSH GRAY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Mount Tabor seniors who are members of the girls or boys soccer teams and demonstrate strong character and leadership skills, extraordinary team spirit, concern for others, a positive and encouraging attitude toward teammates, and a genuine lover for soccer; academic promise and financial need also considered

Award: $1,000

Deadline: April 15, 2017 (submit application materials to Mr. Huck)

Contact: Information in MT Guidance Office and at

EDWARD KENT WELCH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Mount Tabor seniors who are accepted to and plan to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and demonstrate academic promise, evidence of strong moral character, genuine concern for others, and school and/or community leadership

Award: $500

Deadline: all seniors who plan to attend UNC-Chapel Hill are considered in early May 2017; recipient announced at Senior Awards Dayu

Contact: Information available in MT Guidance Office and at

RUBIN FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Mount Tabor High School seniors who will pursue a degree at a UNC system school; minimum cumulative 3.0 unweighted GPA; minority students who will be first in immediate family to attend college; demonstrate financial need

Award: Four consecutive years of undergraduate tuition and fees

Deadline: April 1, 2017

Contact: Information available in MT Guidance Office and at ; use the one-stop application

NORTH CAROLINA ALPHA DELTA KAPPA INTERNATIONAL HONORARY SORORITY FOR WOMEN EDUCATORS SCHOLARSHIPS

Criteria: Along with the eligibility requirements listed beside each scholarship, these awards are all based on good character and participation in school and community activities

Eunice Riggins Memorial Scholarship (girl in top 10% of class)

Mary Rose Mills-Linda Rankin Memorial Scholarship (girl or boy in top 10% of class)

Clare Johnson Marley-Mary Earle Berger Fine Arts Scholarship (top 20% of class with music, dance, visual arts, or drama talent-proof of talent by the submission of a CD/DVD or portfolio of work-and plans to major in a fine arts area)

Awards Several $2,000 scholarships

Deadline: March 15, 2017 to scholarship chairperson listed or to Mr. Huck (completed applications submitted to Mr. Huck will be picked up by the scholarship chairperson)

Contact: Applications available in MT Guidance Office

NORTH CAROLINA ALPHA DELTA KAPPA STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP (NC COMMUNITY FOUNDATION)

Criteria: Graduating seniors of a NC high school pursuing a degree at a school of higher learning; applicants must have a weighted GPA of 2.5-3.5 and an SAT score (CR+M+W) in the range of 1344-1560 (this is a criteria based on the old SAT; they are looking for a moderately strong score) or an ACT composite score between 20-24; service, integrity and leadership; no financial need information required

Awards: Amount not stated

Deadline: March 1, 2017

Contact: Information available in MT Guidance Office; additional information and application available at

NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF VETERANS AFFAIRS SCHOLARSHIPS

Criteria: Funds provide college support to help children of certain disabled, deceased, combat or POW/MIA veterans; students may be eligible for a scholarship if veteran parent was a resident of North Carolina when he or she entered military service

Awards: Several classes of scholarship eligibility

Deadline: March 1, 2017

Contact: Information Sheet in MT Guidance Office; Contact Crystal Anderson or Barry West, Jr. at North Carolina Division of Veterans Affairs (located in Clemmons, NC)-336-766-1496; go to doa.vets/ and click on Scholarships

POINT FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Criteria: Empowers promising LGBTQ students and leaders to achieve their full academic and leadership potential-despite the obstacles often put before them-to make a significant impact on society

Awards: Several awards with varying amounts

Deadline: Applications available from November 1, 2016 to January 2017with March 2, 2017 as final deadline to submit materials

Contact: Information sheet in MT Guidance Office; Scholarship information and application available at

TONY CULLEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP & NCHSAA LACROSSE SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: One senior male high school student participating on the varsity lacrosse team

Award: $1.000 scholarship

Deadline: April 8, 2017

Contact: Information sheet in MT Guidance Office and application online at . Click Parents & Students and then Scholarships

WILLIAM H. ANDREWS/HOUSING AUTHORITY OF WINSTON-SALEM SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Students must be listed on the lease of the property owned or managed by HAWS; minimum cumulative unweighted gpa of 2.0 at time of application and evidence of community involvement, school activities, or leadership roles

Awards: Several $500 to $1,000 scholarships

Deadline: April 1, 2017

Contact: Apply using the common application at the Winston-Salem Foundation website, beginning January 1, 2013

HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF WINSTON-SALEM’S LEAD PROGRAM (TUITION ASSISTANCE FOR PUBLIC HOUSING TENANTS)

Criteria: Strives to help tenants currently residing in public housing communities remove the barriers associated with financing post-secondary education and training (not only high school students)

Awards: Vary

Deadline: Rolling application process

Contact: Information and application in MT Guidance Office; also contact LaKeisha Crump, LEAD Coordinator at 336-917-6090 or lcrump@

“ASPIRING FASHION PROFESSIONAL” SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Students interested in pursuing a fashion degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college

Awards: $1,000 scholarships

Deadline: June 1, 2017

Contact: Information and application at fashion-

“ASPIRING ANIMATION PROFESSIONAL” SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Students interested in pursuing an animation career path at an accredited school or college

Awards: $1,000 scholarships

Deadline: June 1, 2017

Contact: Information and application at

“ASPIRING BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL” SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Students interested in pursuing a business degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college

Awards: $1,000 scholarships

Deadline: June 1, 2017

Contact: Information and application at

ARMY ROTC SCHOLARSHIP information at (Students and parents are welcome to contact DJ Weatherford in the Military Science and Leadership Department at Appalachian State University, who has offered to assist students in starting the JROTC application process—to any college or university with an Army ROTC Program. Contact 828-262-2994 or weatherforddj@appstate.edu)

FREDERICK C. BRANCH LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP (UNITED STATES MARINE CORP NROTC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM)

Criteria: 4-year, 3-year and 2-year NROTC scholarships for students planning to attend an Historically Black College or University (HBCU-see list on the scholarship brochure)

Awards: Full tuition and supplemental fees

Deadline: Apply ASAP

Contact: Information in MT Guidance Office; visit BRANCH

WEST TEACHING SCHOLARSHIP @ CATAWBA COLLEGE

Criteria: Students who have an interest in the teaching profession

Awards: $2,500 per year

Deadline: May 5, 2017

Contact: Information in MT Guidance Office; application is at

BUICK ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Criteria: High school seniors who plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate programs; demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in the automotive or related industries through a STEM, select Design or Business related program; demonstrate financial need

Awards: Fifty $25,000 per year scholarships

Deadline: February 28, 2017

Contact: Information flyer in Guidance Office; apply at

UNCF SCHOLARSHIPS, PROGRAMS, INTERNSHIPS AND FELLOWSHIPS

Search for opportunities at

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BALCK JOURNALIST



THURGOOD MARSHALL COLLEGE FUND & SCHOLARSHIPS



MICROSOFT SCHOLARSHIP FOR MINORITIES



MICROSOFT SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABIITIES

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REYNOLDA ROTARY CLARENCE “BIG HOUSE” GAINES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Students that attended Cook Elementary School and have attained a 2.5 GPA or higher-more information to come

Contact: See Mr. Huck if you attended Cook Elementary School

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