SCHOLARSHIP UPDATE



SCHOLARSHIP UPDATE

Mount Tabor High School

December 1, 2014

The WS/FCS Student Services Division will host Financial Aid Meetings on January 8 & January 22nd at the Education Building, located at 4801 Bethania Station Road, starting at 6 pm.

We suggest that Mount Tabor senior parents attend one or both of these meetings.

You will find the following information at the Winston-Salem Foundation web site at . Click on Students and How to Apply. The application process opens on January 1, 2015. April 1, 2015 is the deadline for most merit-based scholarships.

COMMON APPLICATION PROCESS

You can apply for many student aid opportunities through our Common Application process.  Our online application system will automatically identify those scholarship opportunities for which you appear to be eligible based on information you enter in the "Basic Information and Qualifying Criteria" section of the application. 

After you initially register with us, the Common Application process requires the following:

• completion of the "Basic Information and Qualifying Criteria" section 

• completion of all other sections of the application

• submission of the application by clicking these two buttons from the application menu page: 

o "Submit Completed Application"

o "Yes, please submit my application"

OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS:  APPLICATION PROCESS

Note: There are many other scholarships that are selected outside of the Foundation's online common application process.

Be sure to review the Other Scholarships list for information on Foundation scholarships with separate application procedures. You must contact each scholarship committee or guidance office individually to inquire as to their specific application process and deadlines.

Note that scholarships that are managed by the Winston-Salem Foundation exclusively for Mount Tabor students are highlighted below.

Important scholarship practices for students and parents:

1. Search scholarship and financial aid opportunities available from the colleges and universities where you plan to apply-know deadlines and application procedures.

2. Research scholarship opportunities at a national database like or to find broad and some unique scholarship opportunities.

3. Join the Mount Tabor PTSA-9 seniors who are PTSA members will win academic, arts and athletic scholarships-applications will be available after January 1, 2015.

4. ALL North Carolina families should review scholarship and financial aid information available at . Click on Pay and then Grants and Scholarships. Information about the FAFSA, Need-Based Grants and Scholarships, Merit-Based Grants and Scholarships and Grants and Scholarship Search tools. Here examples of some scholarships that are described at :

Aubrey Lee Brooks Scholarship

Jagannathan Scholarships

North Carolina Hospitality Education Foundation Scholarship

Latino Diamante Scholarship

Epsilon Sigma Alpha Scholarship

FORGIVABLE EDUCATION LOANS FOR SERVICE (FELS) provides funding for North Carolina students pursuing programs leading to careers in areas with critical need, such as nursing, teaching, allied health fields and medicine. The FELS application and program information for the 2015-2016 academic year is available at FELS. The priority deadline for submitting the FELS application is April 1, 2015.

ERICA WOLFE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Mount Tabor senior who has participated in band/orchestra or 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, 2015 (submit application to Mr. Huck)

Contact: Information and application available at beginning January 1; use common 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

Award: $500

Deadline: April 1, 2015

Contact: Information and application available at beginning January 1; use the common 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, 2015 (submit application materials to Mr. Huck)

Contact: Information at or the WS Foundation area in the MT Guidance Office

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: $1,500

Deadline: all seniors who plan to attend UNC-Chapel Hill are considered in May

Contact: Information available at

AUBREY LEE BROOKS SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: North Carolina resident and graduating senior permanently residing in one of the following counties: Alamance, Bertie, Caswell, Durham, Forsyth, Granville, Guilford, Orange, Person, Rockingham, Stokes, Surry, Swain or Warren and planning to attend North Carolina State University, UNC-Chapel Hill or UNC-Greensboro; successful applicants have excellent high school grades and SAT/ACT scores, have participated in extracurricular activities, volunteered in their community and/or been regularly employed and have demonstrated leadership; applicants must demonstrate financial need based on completion of the FAFSA which must be filed by January 31, 2015

Awards: Scholarships up to approximately one-half of the cost of an undergraduate education

Deadline: January 31, 2015 for submitting the scholarship application (including transcript and ACT/SAT scores) and the FAFSA; references are completed online and accepted through February 6, 2015

Contact: Information brochure in MT Guidance Office; application available at Brooks

See Mr. Huck to talk about your interest in this scholarship and the application process

JAGANNATHAN SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: North Carolina seniors who plan to attend one of the 16 constituent institutions of the UNC system on the basis of academic achievement, financial need, extracurricular activities and evidence of leadership (FAFSA must be completed online by February 1, 2014)

Award: One $2,000 scholarship

Deadline: February 1, 2015; apply through account at ; application available at jag or seaastudent

Contact: Information form available in MT Guidance Office; see Mr. Huck if you have questions

CHANCELLOR’S SCHOLARSHIP @ WINSTON-SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY

Criteria: Minimum 3.5 weighted gpa, 1100 (CR + M) SAT or 24 ACT

Awards: Full Tuition Scholarships + Book Stipend

Deadline: Apply for admission by December 5, 2015

Contact: Mr. Phillips from WSSU Admissions will be at Mount Tabor on December 4th for on-site admissions

PARTIAL SCHOLASHIPS @ WINSTON-SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY

Criteria: Minimum 3.2 weighted gpa, 1000 (CR + M) SAT or 21 ACT

Awards: $5000 scholarships

Deadline: Apply for admission by December 5, 2015

Contact: Mr. Phillips from WSSU Admissions will be at Mount Tabor on December 4th for on-site admissions

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

Criteria: Rising freshmen aspiring to attend NCCU; must receive admission to NCCU with a minimum gpa of 2.7

Awards: Two scholarships

Deadline: April 6, 2015

Contact: Information and application available in MT Guidance Office

WINSTON-SALEM ENGINEERS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Senior who will pursue an education in an engineering related field at a North Carolina school in the fall of 2014; academic record and extracurricular activities considered most with financial need considered if information submitted

Award: $1,000 scholarship

Deadline: April 16, 2015

Contact: Information with application direction available in MT Guidance Office

MEREDITH COLLEGE TEACHING FELLOWS PROGRAM

Criteria: Young women who are interested in pursuing a teaching career

Award: A four-year seminar series in education, cultural enrichment opportunities, a two-year mentor placement in a public school, and a scholarship (most recipients qualify for additional Meredith scholarships)

Deadline: January 15, 2015

Contact: Information and application available in MT Guidance Office; more information available at meredith.edu/academics/teaching_fellows

WESTERN CAROLINA UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS

Although entering students will be automatically considered for Honors College scholarships based on academic credentials provided during the admission process, students must apply for all other scholarships

Deadline: February 1, 2015

Contact: Apply online at scholarcat.wcu.edu

GRISSOM SCHOLARS PROGRAM @ CENTRE COLLEGE

Criteria: High-achieving, high-need first generation college students; strong potential for leadership, high moral character, and significant involvement in extracurricular activities, the arts, service or work

Awards: Several full tuition scholarships, along with $5,000 stipend to be used for special education experiences such as overseas study, internships away or summer research projects

Deadline: Applicants must be nominated by school counselor so interested students should submit Senior Profile & Resume ASAP; common application is due by January 15, 2015 (thirty finalists will travel to campus with a parent, at the college’s expense, for interview on March 12 & 13.

Contact: Information form in MT Guidance Office

HISPANIC LEAGUE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Criteria: Seniors or older students/graduates of Hispanic/Latino origin who are past or present English Language Learner students and have financial need; applicants must NC residents, but US citizenship is not required

Awards: $2,000 scholarships

Deadline: January 18, 2015 (Awards are announced at the Spanish Nite Gala on April 18, 2015)

Contact: Information flyer available in MT Guidance Office; find more information and apply at

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 $2,000 scholarships, non-renewable

Deadline: February 1, 2015 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

HSF/USHCC WELS FARGO SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Dependents or relatives of the US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce members of employees and past participants of the USHCC BizFest Program

Awards: Not stated so look online for more information

Deadline: Not stated but application opens January 1, 2015

Contact: For more information go to or

MEL HUGHES SCHOLARSHIP (ALLEGACY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION)

Criteria: Student must be a member (or become a member) of Allegacy and a high school senior accepted to attend an accredited postsecondary institution; academic performance (3.0 unweighted gpa), extracurricular and community activities, references and essay (members who apply for this scholarship may also be considered for a scholarship offered by the Carolinas Foundation General Fund)

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

Deadline: March 6, 2015

Contact: See Mrs. Rector or a Mount Tabor senior representative of the Allegacy Credit Union to set up an account; scholarship applications are available in the MT Guidance Office; also access more information and the application at scholarships

MEMBERS CREDIT UNION SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Applicant must be (1) a member of Member’s Credit Union and (2) be enrolled or plan to enroll as a full-time student in an accredited college or university

Deadline: March 31, 2015

Contact: Visit

GREENSBORO COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR ART MAJORS

Visit greensboro.edu or contact James Langer, Chair of the Art Department at 336-722-7102, ext. 361

UNCG TEACHER EDUCATION FELLOWS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Criteria: Seniors who plan to major in Education (Elementary Education, Middle Grades Education, Special Education, Secondary Education Concentrations) and have at least a 3.8 gpa and minimum SAT score of 1100 (CR + M) or 24 ACT composite

Awards: $20,000 scholarships distributed incrementally over four years

Deadline: Priority given to applications received by December 1, 2014

Contact: Visit for more information to access the application or contact teacher.fellows@uncg.edu or 336-256-1253

MEREDITH COLLEGE ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS

Criteria: A range of scholarship opportunities Legacy Scholarship, Presidential Scholarship, Academic Merit Scholarships, Paschal Scholarships (science & math), Teaching Fellows Scholarships, Art Scholarships, Interior Scholarships and Music Scholarships

Awards: Various amounts up to full scholarships

Deadline: January 15, 2015

Contact: Information flyer in MT Guidance Office; download talent scholarship applications at Meredith.edu/admissions

CHARLIE ADAMS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP (NORTH CAROLINA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION)

Criteria: One senior female participating on a varsity cross-country team at a NCHSAA member high school and one senior male participating on a varsity wrestling team at a NCHSAA member high school

Awards: $1,500 scholarships

Deadline: February 2015

Contact: Information sheet n MT Guidance Office and application online at . Click on Scholarships/Awards and then Student Athlete Scholarship Awards

CLARY STUDENT MEDAL AWARDS (NORTH CAROLINA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION)

Criteria: Senior enrolled in a NCHSAA high school with participation on two or more varsity school-sponsored, NCHSAA sanctioned athletic teams, involvement and success in non-sport, extracurricular activities, and a 3.2 or higher cumulative GPA

Awards: Two $2,000 scholarships (1 male, 1 female)

Deadline: February 2015

Contact: Information sheet n MT Guidance Office and application online at . Click on Scholarships/Awards and then Student Athlete Scholarship Awards

TONY CULLEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (NORTH CAROLINA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION)

Criteria: One senior male participating on a varsity lacrosse team at a NCHSAA member high school

Award: $1,000 scholarship

Deadline: February 2015

Contact: Information sheet n MT Guidance Office and application online at . Click on Scholarships/Awards and then Student Athlete Scholarship Awards

PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITIES DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Stephen J. Bollinger Memorial Scholarship

Freedom & Civil Rights Scholarship

HD Supply Scholarships

Criteria: Applicants must be a high school senior and reside in a PHADA member agency owned or managed unit throughout his/her senior year; public housing residents, Section 8 participants or other low-income housing residents are eligible, as long as the agency at which they reside is a PHADA member; student must have a least an overall B average for high school

Awards: Three scholarships ranging from $5000 to $7,000

Deadline: January 31, 2015

Contact: Information documents with instructions available in MT Guidance Office; application at PHADA’s website at

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, 2015

Contact: Apply using the common application at the Winston-Salem Foundation website, beginning January 1, 2015

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@

LEWISVILLE CIVIC CLUB COMMUNTIY SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP AWARD

Criteria: High school seniors or graduates who have distinguished themselves and encouraged service to the Town of Lewisville; involvement in activities which are similar to the purpose of the Civic Club, minimum 2.5 gpa and financial aid not considered as a major factor

Awards: Three $1,500 scholarships

Deadline: March 31, 2015

Contact: Information and application available in MT Guidance Office or at

THE NORTH CAROLINA HISPANIC COLLEGE FUND

Criteria: High School seniors and recent graduates of North Carolina high schools who are of Hispanic/Latino background who will enroll in a degree program at a community college or a college/university and be committed to public service and community development; minimum gpa of 2.5

Awards: $500 to $2,500 scholarships

Deadline: January 15, 2015

Contact: Information sheet in MT Guidance Office; Go to to apply

AXA ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Current high school seniors who plan to enroll full time at a 2-year or 4-year college/university and demonstrate ambition and self-drive as evidenced by outstanding achievement in school, community or work-related activities; one winner from each state with 10 national winners

Awards: $10,000 for each state winner; $15,000 for national winners

Deadline: December 15, 2014

Contact: Information sheet in MT Guidance Office; apply at axa-

AXA ACHIEVEMENT COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Criteria: Scholarships from AXA Advisors branch offices; Current high school seniors who plan to enroll full time at a 2-year or 4-year college/university and demonstrate ambition and self-drive as evidenced by outstanding achievement in school, community or work-related activities

Awards: Each branch office offers up to twelve $2,500 scholarships

Deadline: February 1, 2015

Contact: Information sheet in MT Guidance Office; apply at axa-

LENOIR-RHYNE TEACHING SCHOLARS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Criteria: Scholars will be selected on the basis of their potential for academic excellence as a university student and a sincere desire to serve others through a career in teaching; interested students are encouraged to attend Discover LR enrollment management event on Saturday, November 15th-register for this event at

Awards: Several $5,500 per year for four years (along with other scholarships and financial aid)

Deadline: Priority consideration given to students who apply by January 10, 2015; however, students are encouraged to apply immediately as spaces for this scholarship program are limited

Contact: Brochure available in MT Guidance Office; apply at edu.lr.edu/teachingscholars

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES U.S. SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Criteria: A partnership between Ronald McDonald House Charities and its local Chapters, this program seeks to invest in students who are exemplary role models in their communities and have the initiative to fulfill their educational goals; all students who meet the criteria of all ethnic backgrounds may apply; specific scholarship for Asian, African American and Hispanic students

Awards: Amounts from local chapters vary

Deadline: January 20, 2015

Contact: Information form in MT Guidance Office; apply at ; go to for more information

GREEHEY SCHOLARS PROGRAM OF ST. MARY’S UNIVERSITY IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS

Criteria: Comprehensive academic challenges, service-learning opportunities, and introspective personal development for undergraduate students in the Bill Greehey School of Business; 3.0 gpa or higher and minimum SAT of 1220 or minimum ACT of 27

Awards: Full Scholarships that cover all tuition and fees for four years

Deadline: February 1, 2015

Contact: Brochure in Guidance Office; apply at stmarytx.edu/greehey_scholars

THE INSTITUTE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM @ VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE

Criteria: Students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and have participated in activities with leadership roles and a broad spectrum of activities; gpa of 3.7 and SAT 1350/ACT of 30

Awards: full and partial scholarships

Deadline: February 1, 2015 but suggested that students apply ASAP

Contact: Contact Col. Dennis M. Foster at 540-464-7088 or at fosterdm@vmi.edu with questions; one application in MT Guidance

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, 2015

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, 2014 to January 2015 with March 2, 2015 as final deadline to submit materials

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

THE NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY’S SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Criteria: Provides scholarships to anyone with multiple sclerosis, or anyone who is the child of some with multiple sclerosis, who will be attending an accredited postsecondary school for the first time.

Awards: Range from $1,000 to $3,000, although a limited number may exceed this amount

Deadline: January 15, 2015

Contact: Brochure in MT Guidance Office; application available at scholarship

BIG SUN SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: High school seniors currently involved in some sport at that institution or in the community

Award: $500 scholarship

Deadline: June 20, 2015

Contact: Visit to learn how to apply

CITIZEN-LEADER/STUDENT GOVERNMENT/BOYS STATE SCHOLARSHIPS @ HAMPDEN SYDNEY COLLEGE

Criteria: Any applicant who meets these criteria: Eagle Scout, Boys’ State Participant, or President of Student Government

Award: $5,000 scholarship

Deadline: Meet admissions application deadline - March 1, 2015

Contact: Information sheet in MT Guidance Office or find more information at hsc.edu

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION @ NC STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS PROGRAM

Criteria: A limited number of scholarships offered to incoming students based on merit and/or need; students are encouraged to apply for admission to NCSU early since they must be accepted to be invited to apply for a scholarship

Contact: Available scholarships can be viewed at: ; information sheet available in MT Guidance Office

CLASSIC SCHOLAR @ THE UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA

Criteria: Non-Georgia residents, providing a waiver of tuition and fees equal to half the differential between in-state and out-of-state costs; minimum 1950 on the SAT (CR + M) or an ACT composite of 29

Awards: $9,105 scholarships per year for four years

Deadline: Submit application for admission by December 15, 2014

Contact: ; info in MT Guidance Office

OUT-OF-STATE SCHOLARSHIPS @ THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA

Criteria: Starting with 1210 SAT or 27 ACT and 3.5 GPA; various levels based on scores and GPA

Capstone Scholar

Collegiate Scholar

Foundation of Excellence Scholarship

UA Scholar

Presidential Scholar

Awards: Starting with $14,000 per year to full tuition

Deadline: Meet admission application deadline by December 15, 2014

Contact: Find complete details at scholarships.ua.edu/types/out-of-state

MORIARTY’S GEM ART ROCK HOUND SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Fill out a survey which has questions related to Science in School; must be studying Science Degree Program in college

Award: One $500 scholarship

Deadline: December 25, 2014

Contact: Information sheet in MT Guidance Office; complete survey at

SEASONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Criteria: Check out current campaign efforts and win scholarship money

Contact: Find more information at

FOOT LOCKER SCHOLAR ATHLETE SCHOLARSHIPS

Criteria: Scholar athletes who lead on and off the field; minimum 3.0 gpa

Awards: $20,000 for 20 scholarship recipients

Deadline: December 18, 2014

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

MEREDITH COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS

Many opportunities: Academic Scholarships, Scholars Programs, Talent Scholarships and the Thomas Meredith Baptist Heritage Scholarship; Download the scholarship application at Meredith.edu/admissions

Deadline: January 15, 2015

THE ELON FELLOWS PROGRAM @ ELON UNIVERSITY

Criteria: Exceptionally motivated students: Honors Fellows for any major, Elon College Majors in humanities, social sciences and mathematical and natural sciences, Business Fellows, Teaching Fellows, Isabella Cannon Leadership Fellows and International Fellows; additional merit-based scholarships available.

Awards: $4,500 to $12,000 per year

Deadline: Meet early action (November 10) or regular decision (January 10) admission application deadlines

January 10 for Fellows application

Contact: elon.edu/apply; information booklet in MT Guidance

MCCORKLE’S SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM @ CATAWBA COLLEGE

Criteria: Top students with leadership potential and intellectual curiosity; in general, successful applicants have a 3.5 weighted GPA and 1150 SAT/25 ACT

Awards: some full tuition and opportunities for other awards

Deadline: check the Catawba.edu website

Criteria: Apply at catawba.edu/apply and/or contact Whitney Paschal, Admissions Coordinator at 704-637-4402

CHOWAN UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Scholarship opportunities for students involved in leadership roles in high school, church or community, like the Presidential Scholarship, University Scholarship, Alumni Scholarship and Opportunity Award….and more. Information page available in MT Guidance Office or more information at chowan.edu.

LYCEUM SCHOLARS PROGRAM @ THE CLEMSON INSTITUTE FOR THE STUDY OF CAPATILISM

Criteria: Students who want to study the moral, political and economic foundations of a free society (high school seniors must apply to Clemson University and to the CISC Lyceum Scholars Program)

Awards: $10,000 over four years

Deadline: check web site for details

Contact: Information in MT Guidance Office; apply at Clemson.edu/Capitalism/Lyceum or contact cisc@clemson.edu

NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS

Search scholarship opportunities at

UNIVRSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA @GREENSBORO GUARANTEE PROGRAM

Criteria: An academic program and financial aid package for NC residents that seeks to cover 100% of students need through federal, state, university and private grants and scholarships; minimum combined SAT (CR+M) of 1000 or 21 ACT; completion FAFSA required

Deadline: Apply by admissions deadline – March 1, 2015

Contact: Apply for Guarantee at guarantee.uncg.edu

CHANCELLOR’S SCHOLARSHIP @ WINSTON-SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY

Criteria: Minimum weighted GPA of 3.5 and combined SAT (CR+M) of 1100 or ACT composite of 24

Partial Scholarships with 3.2 weighted GPA, combined SAT of 1000 or ACT composite of 21

Awards: Several full tuition scholarships with book stipend

Deadline Apply for admission by December 2014

Contact: wssu.edu; information page available in MT Guidance Office

DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION SCHOLARSHIPS

Criteria: Several scholarships with varying credentials-check out the information form in the MT Guidance Office

The Richard and Elizabeth Dean Academic Scholarship is available to high school students with 4.0 GPA

Contact: Information in MT Guidance Office; go to

MULTI-MEDIA SCHOLARSHIP (HONORS GRAD U)

Criteria: A multi-media scholarship contest where students can submit projects in art, photography, videography, music and creative writing

Awards: Five $1,000 scholarships

Deadline: February 15, 2015

Contact: Information in MT Guidance Office; more information at scholarship

RON BROWN SCHOLAR PROGRAM

Criteria: African-American high school seniors who will make significant contributions to society; applicants must excel academically, exhibit exemplary leadership potential, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need

Awards: At least 10 scholarships ($10,000 per year for four years)

Deadline: November 1, 2014 (for Ron Brown scholarship and application information forwarded to select and limited number of additional scholarship providers); January 9, 2015 for Ron Brown scholarship only (All materials must be submitted together).

Contact: Complete up to date information and application available at

GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARS PROGRAM

Criteria: African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American students who have significant financial need and demonstrated leadership skills; have attained a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.3 and enrolling college for the first time as full time students (plan to study computer science, education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health or science)

Awards: One thousand students will be selected

Deadline: January 15, 2015 – Application process includes completion of the Nominator and Recommender forms

Contact: All current information about this scholarship program and application are available at . Printed materials are usually available in September.

ASIAN & PACIFIC ISLANDER AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Criteria: Be of Asian and/or Pacific Island ethnicity and plan to enter college in the fall of 2015; minimum 2.7 grade point average

Awards: Several $2,500 to $15,000 scholarships

Deadline: January 9, 2015

Contact: Information page in MT Guidance Office; go to for more information and to apply

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

SUNTRUST OFF TO COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP SWEEPSTATKES

Criteria: Open to high school seniors and current undergraduate college students; eligibility not based on GPA or financial need

Awards: Thirty $500 scholarships

Deadline: Two winners chosen randomly every two weeks from October 31, 2014 - May 15, 2015

Contact: Information page in MT Guidance Office; enter at scholarshipsweepstakes

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