Scholarships



All about Scholarships

Compliments of the SEHS Counselors’ Office

The South Effingham High School counselors’ office is notified throughout the year about various scholarship offerings available to high school students. Many of these offerings are available in the form of essay writing contests, speech contests, online applications, and paper applications. We have a running list of these scholarships available for pick up in the counselors’ office or you may access them online at our school website. You may log on at and click on the Counselors link to retrieve up to date information.

Top 10 Tips for Completing Applications

1. Eligibility is a Must – carefully read directions and requirements for a scholarship before you apply. You will not be awarded a scholarship if you do not meet the eligibility requirements.

2. Neatness Counts – make sure that you type or print clearly (typing is preferred). Do NOT mark through or use correction fluid.

3. Spelling and Grammar – ask someone to proof read your completed application, including any essays or other attachments. Parents, teachers, and peers can give you great feedback.

4. NO Blanks – never leave a blank spot on an application. Be sure to answer every question and include all required information. If something does not apply to you, type/write “N/A”.

5. NO Extras – While supplying the required information, be certain NOT to provide additional information or attachments. Providing unnecessary items may result in immediate disqualification.

6. Essays – Many scholarship applications will ask you to write an essay as part of the application process. Essays should by typed, personal and specific to the given topic.

7. Community Service – Keep up with your volunteer hours. This information is frequently requested on various types of applications. Logs are available in the counselors’ office for your convenience. While logs are NOT required, it is suggested to have some form of written record of your time spent. Two hours of community service per month is recommended.

8. Make a Copy – Always make a copy for your records before sending in an application.

9. Deadlines – Be mindful of deadlines, when completing applications.

10. A Reflection of You – Your application is the first impression the scholarship grantor has of you. Submitting an application on time that is neat and complete will reveal a great first impression.

11. Tips to Avoid Scholarship Scams

Helpful Websites, Summer Programs, and Scholarship Listings:

Going Merry is a free scholarship application platform that enables students to find and apply directly to all of their scholarship from one site! Going Merry was inspired by what the Common App did for college applications. For students, this means, 1) they can apply directly to multiple scholarship and never leave the website, 2) their applications will autofill all of their profile information into each application, saving them time, 3) every scholarship has an estimated application time and difficulty rating to help students prioritize them. Going Merry is completely free for students and Going Merry will NEVER sell student data to third parties. All student information is stored very securely and only shared with scholarship providers when a student submits an application. Going Merry is open to ALL high students, college students, and graduate students.

  created the 2017 Student Guide to Online Education Report that explains what to expect as an online student and helps students decide if online learning is the right choice for them. This guide not only provides a clear path for high school students preparing for college but gives South Effingham High School additional research tools, tips, and tricks for helping students choose the right distance program.  

The Simple Dollar has created a website dedicated to conducting data driven and unbiased research that for the last few years that has served as a trusted resource for families, organizations and major publications such as Forbes, Business Insider, and The Wall Street Journal.  They have created a series of guides designed for students and parents that give practical advice on developing and building upon healthy financial habits throughout one's life as well as a comprehensive handbook on credit. The guides can be found using the following links:







- Create an account for free that will provide access to information on Georgia colleges, career planning, and paying for college (including scholarships).

- Customized scholarship search, automatic email updates

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–Information on scholarships, FAFSA, college planning, saving for college, and other financial aid news.

- Virtual Tours of over 1,200 featured college campuses, college & career planning, online registration for campus visits, scholarship information, and more

- National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators

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- College Xpress

- Compares student abilities and interests to relevant scholarship opportunities. Free scholarship searches and financial aid information are included.

scholarship/list Spokeo has compiled a frequently updating scholarships list in an effort to connect students with generous private/external organizations. Spokeo has done the work for you. The list will keep the most current scholarships toward the top of the page to make it easier to keep track of deadlines. No more searching through myriad outlets for different scholarships—updated throughout the year!

fafsa. - Applications completed on this site are used by financial aid offices to determine eligibility for federal student aid from grants, loans, and work-study programs. The HOPE scholarship is also linked to this site.

FAFSA Assistant-- This free and unique interactive tool offers students and families tips and advice they can use to prepare for completing the FAFSA. Using answers to several personal questions, the tool will provide families with guidance to help ensure they have the necessary documents on hand when completing the FAFSA. The FAFSA assistant is supported with a number of useful articles, videos and resources to help guide families through the financial aid process. These helpful tools, as well as our scholarship search engine and scholarship sweepstakes are available at Assist. 

, a FREE resource on planning and paying for college-for students and parents.

Student Loan Report- View engaging financial literacy guides, tools, and videos for incoming college students. This guide was created to educate families on the risks and costs of using private educational loans.

edu - College Search includes detailed questions to help find the right school, in-depth profiles on colleges & universities, and school website links.

Common Black College Application--Students can now complete the 2017-2018 Common Black College Application and apply to any number of 52 Historically Black Colleges and Universities

at the same time. The CBCA increases the opportunity for students to receive acceptance

letters, financial aid packages and scholarship offers from several different colleges. Students can complete the CBCA at 

- SallieMae sponsors Knowledge for College, which presents helpful information for parents in assisting their students’ pursuit of college and financing.

elearning. – “Making College Financial Planning Count” (interactive resource)

10000 - Scholarship resources.

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There are scholarships out there for all types of students—from high school students, to minority students, to single mothers, and more.

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Free scholarship matching service with a database of over 2.4 million scholarships

This resource focuses on financial aid, student loans, college budgeting, etc. A free college scholarship search is also available for students. 

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1. Links to 70 online scholarship search sites...virtually every such site that exists.

2. An online GPA calculator that will accurately calculate up to 50 grades instantly.

3. Links to colleges with comprehensive programs for students with learning and other disabilities.

4. links to Catholic and Christian colleges by state.

5. Information on online colleges, community colleges, and four-year colleges by state.

In addition, the site offers a complete list of historically black colleges and universities, lists of career colleges by state, information on colleges for women, online applications for four-year colleges and universities, specific and general career information, financial aid definitions and instructions, and dozens of articles designed to assist both traditional and adult students. You may also visit

A new addition to this site is a GPA calculator! Give it a try!



Fair Opportunity Project’s College Application Guide, a free resource sent to over 56,000 public high schools in the U.S. covering the entire financial aid and college application process. Winning Forbes 30 Under 30, the guide -- linked here -- covers how to get into college and afford it. The resource has been reviewed by multiple admission committees, and the project is advised by some of the top non-profits. 

- has detailed information on more than 1,000 Federal government benefit programs including programs specific to each U.S. state. Including Federal Pell Grants, PLUS Parent loans, TRIO: Student Support Services, Advanced Placement Test Fee Program, Federal Work-Study, and Frieda J. Riley Teacher Award

imagine- - information regarding Imagine America Scholarship Program. If you are a high school senior or recent high school graduate, you could be eligible to receive a $1,000 career education scholarship. Submit an application for the Imagine America high school scholarship online.

For ROTC scholarship information visit: , careers/nrotc, scholarships and , nrotc.navy.mil

– Prospective student-athletes need to apply. Are you a prospective student- athlete? A prospective student-athlete is someone who is looking to participate in intercollegiate athletics at an NCAA Division I or Division II institution in the future. For further information and application visit the NCAA Eligibility Center at this website.

Hispanic Scholarship Fund – (click on high school scholarship program). Various scholarships and deadlines for minority students.

Abraham Baldwin Business Administration Scholarship--ABAC Scholarship Application:

Darton State College Dean’s Scholar Award—Worth the total cost of in-state tuition and mandatory fees! Apply now at: darton.edu

For Georgia Southern Scholarships—To find out about other scholarships at GSU, contact 912.478.5391 or scholarships@georgiasouthern.edu

Armstrong Atlantic State University Scholarship Opportunities- (AASU Hopefuls) - For students planning on attending AASU, there are many scholarships listing in most areas of instruction. You may see the Armstrong Atlantic State University Scholarships online at

The Art Institute of Atlanta Scholarship Opportunities – (Art Institute Hopefuls) – Each of The Art Institutes schools may offer various scholarships, awards, and grants every year to new and continuing students. Offers may be based on program of study, attendance, financial need, academic achievement, and community service credentials. Contact the Admissions Department to find out how to apply for these and other available regional and local scholarships, awards, and grants. 1-800-275-2440.

artinstitutes.edu/atlanta/FinancialAid/FinancialAid_Scholarship.aspx

Jacksonville State University (Jacksonville, Alabama) Scholarship Opportunities – For students planning on attending JSU, there are several scholarship opportunities listed online at jsu.edu/finaid/scholarships/. Please note there are In-State and Out-of-State scholarship listings.

ROTC Language Scholarship Program – (North Georgia College & State University Hopefuls) – For students planning to attend NGCSU, interested in majoring in French or Spanish. GPA = 2.5, SAT Critical Reading=480, SAT Math=440 or ACT Math=18, ACT English=20, must meet Army’s height and weight requirements and pass President’s Challenge Physical Fitness Test. Interested students must contact Recruiting Operations Officers: LTC Chip Sweatte at csweatte@ngcsu.edu or phone (706)864-1884, or CPT Jong Lee at julee@ngcsu.edu or phone (706) 864-1599.

The Ruffin Humanities Scholarship (GSU Hopefuls) – For students planning to attend Georgia Southern University and major in a foreign language, history, linguistics, literature, philosophy, or writing. Must have a minimum 3.0 academic or cumulative GPA and SAT scores of 1300 or greater (ACT scores 29 or greater). See the Admissions website for guidelines and deadlines.

Georgia Southern University Academic Scholarships—Many academic scholarships are available with varying award amounts and deadlines. Please visit: for more information and an online application.

National Co-Op Scholarship Program – Many scholarships are offered to ten different colleges and universities. More information may be found at

National Commission for Cooperative Education Scholarship Opportunities – For students planning on attending Mississippi State, there are many scholarships listed in most areas of instruction. Please see the booklet located in the Counselor’s office.

PRISM Scholarships at Savannah State University - PRISM is funded by the National Science Foundation, to increase the interest and appreciation of Savannah State University students in math

and science majors. The program focuses on showing the importance of math in all STEM areas and how a strong foundation in math is critical to plan and operate the commercial/industrial enterprises of the Savannah region. Students must intend to enroll at Savannah State University in the fall of 2013, have a 3.0 GPA, and have a SAT score of 1000 and above or an ACT score of 19 and above. Applicants must complete an application; submit three letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and official high school transcript. Applications are available in the Counselors Office.

North Georgia College & State University Scholarships—many scholarships are available at . There are many different deadlines and full scholarships are available. Enjoy the structure of Corps of Cadet and the military.

Columbus State University Scholarships- honors.columbusstate.edu and ColumbusState.edu/servant

American Legion Scholarships available to veterans, veteran’s dependents, and members of the American Legion. Find information on scholarships for veterans and their dependents, tips for applying to college and applying for financial assistance, and a comprehensive guide to colleges and universities. and

Savannah College of Art and Design--Visit the SCAD Challenge Scholarship Competition website to view challenge deadlines, guidelines, winning artwork and more! Learn more about how to start your entry today, and check back soon to register. From comic books to film to writing a blog, the SCAD Challenge series highlights some of the university's incredible programs of study. Offering high school/secondary school students an opportunity to showcase their talent, the SCAD Challenge seeks the next generation of talented artists and designers. High school seniors and juniors, and students completing their last two years of secondary school, compete to become eligible for scholarships to attend SCAD, the University for Creative Careers.

In-State Angels-- please visit this website if you are considering an out-of-state institution and would like information on receiving in-state tuition!

Online Programs!

Click here for useful information to guide your college search:

The key features of this website are:

- Unique list of accredited not-for-profit institutions offering online programs, sorted by affordability

- Spotlight interviews provided by many college deans with the institution's philosophy on online learning

- Direct links to the specific online departments, or e-campus, of each institution

Tuition Funding Sources (TFS)-TFS provides free access to one of the largest scholarship databases, including information on financial aid programs and career assessment tools. Once you have created a personal profile, the TFS database can help you save time searching for scholarships by filtering results that match your desired education and career goals. Sign up today at:

Georgia South Western State University— Georgia Southwestern offers numerous scholarships to incoming freshmen that are funded through the generosity of our alumni, parents, former faculty members and friends of the university. Please check the scholarship application deadlines carefully!

Johnson and Wales University Scholarships: Johnson and Wales would like to advise seniors on some Johnson & Wales University $15,000 Inaugural Scholarships that are being awarded to our eligible fall 2017 students. JWU does not charge any out-of-state tuition fees, our application process is free, and our scholarships are four-year renewable: jwu.edu, which lists and offers contact information for virtually all post-secondary schools, colleges, and universities in your state. Elsewhere on are links to 70 scholarship search data bases, GPA and student loan calculators, a guide to the FAFSA, information on online degree programs for adults, and dozens of helpful articles for college students of all ages.

—Scholarship Programs that will give out more than 1 million dollars to students in 2016!! The scholarship newsletter is available for Download here: newsletter.php

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Scholarships

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Barbara K. Tumperi Scholarship—Deadline: April 29, 2019 The Georgia Hospital Association/Council of Auxiliaries/Volunteers is offering a $1,000 scholarship for students that are planning to pursue a career in the medical field. Applicants will be required to write an autobiographical sketch outlining his/her plans for a career in health care. Evidence of financial need will be required. Please see your counselor for an application.

Effingham Health System Auxiliary Scholarship Fund—Deadline: April 29, 2019 Applicants for this $500 award should plan to pursue a career in the medical field. A complete application will include a biographical sketch of the applicant’s plans to pursue this field. Please see your counselor for an application.

Savannah Area Employer Committee Scholarship—Deadline: April 30, 2019 A $750 award will be given to a student from Effingham County. Applicants should have a 3.0 GPA and have a documented record of volunteerism. Applicants will also be required to write an essay describing “how volunteer or community service has shaped who you are today and what community service has taught you”. Please see your counselor for an application.

Mountainfilm Scholarships—Deadline: April 30, 2019 Mountainfilm on Tour Savannah has created a scholarship for high school seniors interested in pursuing a degree in filmmaking.  The Zelda Tenenbaum Movies that Matter Scholarship application is available on our website:  

Rotary Club of Effingham County Sunrise Scholarship—Deadline: April 30, 2019

Each year, the Rotary Club of Effingham County Sunrise awards scholarships to seniors graduating from the high schools in Effingham County who are furthering their education at institutions of their choice. The motto of Rotary is “Service Above Self”. As such, when evaluating the applications, the selection committee will place the most significant emphasis on how the student has given of himself for the benefit of family, community and beyond. While scholastic achievement and financial need will be considered, it is not required that the applicant be one of the top scholars or be in financial distress. Please see your counselor for an application.

Clyo Homemakers Club Scholarship—Deadline: May 1, 2019 A $500 award will be given to a deserving Effingham County senior. A complete application will include a autobiographical sketch, proof of Effingham County residency, an official transcript indicating a “B” average or better, established financial need, and two letters of recommendation. Please see your counselor for an application.

Mose Mock, Jr. Scholarship Sponsored by: South Effingham FFA Alumni—Deadline: May 1, 2019 The Mose Mock Jr. Scholarship will be offered annually to South Effingham graduating seniors who participated in the agricultural pathway or FFA business during their high school career. The scholarship shall be awarded to an applicant meeting all criteria and satisfying the committee based on the scale below. Scholastic Standing-30%, Agricultural Education-25%, FFA Alumni Involvement-15%, FFA Involvement-15% Citizenship and Leadership Abilities-15%. Applicants should be seeking a degree in an Agricultural related field. Please see your counselor for an application.

Springfield Chrysler Southern Motors Scholarship—Deadline: May 3, 2019 $500 award-The Springfield Chrysler Southern Motors Scholarship is awarded primarily to high school students who can show a financial need, excel academically, exhibit outstanding leadership skills and who show a strong commitment and involvement in community service activities. Scholarship awards are limited to cover tuition and fees. Award amounts are at the discretion of the Scholarship Committee. The Selection Committee will review and score all submitted applications. Applicant’s references may be contacted by the Scholarship Committee and they may also choose to interview applicants. Please see your counselor for an application.

The Josh Reddick Foundation Student Athlete Scholarship—Deadline: May 3, 2019 Two awards of $1,000 each. This scholarship has been established by The Josh Reddick Foundation. The Josh Reddick Foundation’s mission is to be an advocate for the youth of the community of Effingham County. It is the hope of The Josh Reddick Foundation that this scholarship will assist two senior athletes, one male and one female, in pursuing his/her goal of becoming a successful college student. The scholarship will be sent directly to the college as soon as the recipient provides proof of enrollment. While scholastic achievement and financial need will be considered, it is not required that the applicant be one of the top scholars or be in financial distress. Please see your counselor for an application.

Georgia Development Authority David Skinner Scholarship—Deadline: May 6, 2019 A $2,400 scholarship is available for students who are pursuing a career in AGRICULTURE.

Please make students aware of the opportunity to apply for this scholarship by visiting our website at and clicking on “scholarships”.  From there they can read the requirements and print the application. There is an option for online submission, BUT there is no option to save and complete later. This means once you start, you must complete or you will have to start all over if there is a distraction or loss of service.

The Lloyd Arnsdorff Memorial Scholarship—Deadline: May 6, 2019 The Lloyd Arnsdorff Memorial Scholarship is offered annually to graduates or graduating seniors of Effingham County High School or South Effingham High School to assist in the finances of furthering his/her education in the field of Agriculture or Agri-Business. The Applicant must be or have been a member of the FFA chapter for 2 years or 4 semesters or be a member of the Effingham County Young Farmers Organization. He/She must be accepted or enrolled in a state accredited college or vocational school in an agricultural or other related field. Preference will be given to applicants whose career goals are agriculturally related. Recipients will receive scholarship only once. The scholarship shall be rewarded to an applicant based on his/her involvement and accomplishments in the following:

1. Production Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry,

Ag. Mechanics, Rural Electrification, and/or

Agri-Business..........................................................................25%

2. Citizenship and Leadership abilities.........................................15%

3. Scholastic Standings................................................................30%

4. Financial Needs........................................................................30%

Please see your counselor for a copy of the application.

Rincon Noon Lions Club Scholarship—Deadline: May 8, 2019 The purpose of this $500 scholarship is to foster the humanitarian spirit of a deserving senior who has an interest in optometry and/or pediatric care and will be attending any two or four year college or technical school. Our intent is to reward students with a strong motivation to succeed and who have already demonstrated a level of community service or community impact. Grade point averages and highest SAT score are for informational purposes only. Please see your counselor for an application.

Please use this page as a cover sheet with your name, address, and phone

number. Staple to the top of the rest of your application.

 

The Samuel and Patricia Zemurray Scholarship—Deadline: May 9, 2019 The Samuel and Patricia Zemurray scholarship will be offered annually to a graduating senior at South Effingham High School ($2500). These scholarships will be awarded to students who are actively involved in the livestock program. Eligibility: -The applicant must be or have been a member of the FFA chapter for at least 2 years or be a member of the Effingham County Young Farmers Organization. -The applicant must be applying to or accepted to a state accredited college or vocational school -Applicant must be a high school senior who is in good standing -Applicant must have shown livestock and be a part of the Supervised Agricultural Experience Program (SAEP). Please see your counselor or your Ag teacher for an application.

Lambda Dream Scholarship—Deadline: May 10, 2019 Kappa Lambda Chi is a community-based nonprofit 501(c) 3, providing mentoring services to at-risk youth ages 10–21. Kappa Lambda Chi has constructed policies and procedures to inspire and be adapted as a school-based setting and community service program. The Kappa Lambda Chi Lambda D.R.E.A.M is meant to inspire and motivate youth programs that need assistance from military veterans and active duty members’ community outreach programs where we are committed to philanthropic activities. This scholarship is open to male students only. Please see your counselor for more information and an application.

Bill Bishop Public Service Scholarship—Deadline: May 13, 2019 The SEHS Student Council will award $500 to a deserving senior that is planning a career in a field of public service. Please see your counselor for an application.

Georgia Future Champions Scholarship—Deadline: May 17, 2019 At The Champion Firm, P.C., we know that it is not easy to become a champion in your chosen field. It takes hours of practice, patience, and persistence. How do you embody those values? What steps are you going to take to become the best at what you do? How are you going to make yourself a champion? If you are a high school senior or college student in Georgia, and will be enrolled in a two-year to four-year institution in 2019, apply today for the $1,500 The Champion Firm, P.C. – Georgia Future Champions Scholarship. Applicants must create a short video and essay explaining why they chose their future career and how they plan to be a "champion" in that field, in order to help their communities. The winner will be awarded $1,500 to be used towards educational expenses.

You can view the scholarship here: reports/georgia-future-champions-scholarship

Freshman Home in a Basket—Deadline: May 31, 2019 Are you a high school student who is a resident of Effingham County about to head off to college for the first time? The Department of Juvenile Justice -Effingham Community Services Office is offering an opportunity for a Senior who will be leaving for college to win a "Freshman Home in a Basket" full of household items to help them get started on their new journey. The following are just a few of items the winner will receive with their basket: Iron - Kitchen Utensils w/measuring cups and spoons - Cleaning supplies - Kitchen and Bath Towels - Toilet Tissue - Paper Towels - Laundry detergent -  Clothes Basket - Band-Aids - Thermometer - and MORE! Please see your counselor for an application.

Discover Student Loans 2019 Scholarship Award Sweepstakes—Deadline: January 31, 2020 Discover Student Loans is giving away a $5,000 scholarship each month this year! The earlier your college bound students and parents enter, the more chances they have to win 1 of the 12 scholarships available. Families can visitScholarship. to enter today. Sweepstakes are open from February 2, 2019 through January 31, 2020.

 

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