SCHOLARSHIP UPDATE
SCHOLARSHIP UPDATE
Mount Tabor High School
November 20, 2017
LOOK FOR SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AT COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY WEB SITES.
Make sure that you know the process for applying and deadlines to apply.
October 1, 2017 is the first day that senior families could begin the FAFSA or Free Application for Federal Student Aid which must be filed to determine federal, state and local financial aid eligibility. Families file the FAFSA at fafsa.. Complete information about 2017-18 school year updates can be found at studentaid..
The Mount Tabor School Counseling staff will be available on Wednesday, November 29th from 5-7 pm at the Reynolda Branch Library (2839 Fairlawn Dr. NW) to help families with the FAFSA, RDS and any other college application questions.
Some colleges and universities expect families to file the CSS Profile. Find the list of colleges and universities and complete details at cssprofile..
CFNC provides a database of many scholarships available to North Carolina high school students. Check out scholarships.
Many state universities, like Clemson University, the University of South Carolina, the University of Alabama and The Ohio State University, have scholarship programs for out-of-state students with specific GPA and test score credentials-look closely at schools that interest you. There are many more with scholarship programs that fit students with strong academic records. Application deadlines usually range from November 1 to November 15 to December 15. Check university web sites.
ROTC PROGRAMS-The Reserve Officers Training Corp is a college program offered at over 1,700 colleges and universities across the US that prepares young adults to become officers in the US Military. In exchange for a paid college education and guaranteed post-college career, cadets commit to service in the military after graduation. At , you will find Army ROTC, Marine and Navy ROTC and Air Force Rotary details and application processes.
ARMY ROTC SHOLARSHIP information is available at . Seniors may apply through February 2018
MOUNT TABOR PTSA SCHOLARSHIPS-Join the PTSA by January 1, 2018 to be eligible for $500-$1,000 scholarships
THE WINSTON-SALEM FOUNDATION one-stop application will open on January 1, 2018. Research how to apply for scholarship using the One-Stop Application or to apply for Other Scholarships at . April 1 is the deadline to apply for merit scholarships. August 1 is the deadline to apply for need-based scholarships. We recommend that all students apply by April 1, 2018.
ALLEGACY CREDIT UNIOR MEL HUGHES SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Scholarship opportunities for credit union members; become a member at Mount Tabor or call 336-774-4138
Awards: Four $1,300 scholarships for four-year colleges/universities and four $250 scholarships for technical/community college; additional scholarships available through the General Scholarship Fund.
Deadline: February 1, 2018
Contact: Information in MTHS School Counseling Center; go to SCHOLARSHIPS
ACT STUDENT CHAMPTION AWARD
Criteria: The program will recognize one student in each state who is tenacious and persistent, no matter the challenge, and is prepared for life after high school with a goal in mind and plan in place; composite ACT score of 22 on a single test date or a 3.0 GPA (a student who has overcome challenges and can articulate education and career actions)
Award: $500 non-renewable scholarship, certificate, plaque and state-level recognition
Deadline: December 31, 2017
Contact: Application can be found at readinesschampions
DACA/DREAMER OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARSHIP (THEDREAM.US)
Criteria: CBU is a small private university located in Memphis, TN; this program offers opportunities for Dreamers
Awards: Full tuition, fees and room & board to attend CBU for four years
Deadline: January 23, 2018
Contact: Find more information and applications at thedream.us and cbu.edu/apply
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. SCHOLARSHIP (NORTH CAROLINA ASSOCIATION OF EDUCATORS)
Criteria: NC residents enrolled in a public high school in their senior year; character, community involvement, and scholastic achievement
Award: Amount TBD
Deadline: February 5, 2018
Contact: Application available in MTHS School Counseling Center or at or
UNCG TEACHER EDUCAION FELLOWS SCHOLARSHIP AND ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
Criteria: NC resident planning an Education major at UNCG and have a recommended 3.8 weighted GPA or higher and a combined SAT score of 1170 or ACT composite of 24
Awards: $20,000 scholarship over four years and other benefits, including integrated seminars, networking eents, community engagement opportunities, and leadership development
Deadline: Priority given for students who apply by January 1, 2018
Contact: Information flyer in MTHS School Counseling Center; find more information at
JANICE M. SCOTT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Criteria: Demonstrated leadership abilities through community or high school activities; minimum 3.0 GPA
Awards: Amount not stated
Deadline: March 31, 2018
Contact: Applications in MTHS School Counseling Center
THE SILVER PEN WRITING COMPETITION SCHOLARSHIP (HOMESTEAD HILLS RETIREMENT COMMUNITY)
Criteria: All high school seniors who live or attend school within 25 miles of Homestead Hills (3240 Homestead Club Dr, W-S 27103)
Essay Topic Compare and contrast the influence of technology in your life versus the role of human interaction and mentoring your life. Which had the biggest influence on your personal life goals? Please elaborate in your response.
Awards: First=$1,500; Second=41.000; Third=$750; and Fourth=$500
Deadline: December 9, 2017; all items need to complete this application can be submitted online at silverpen-
Contact: Information available in MT Counseling Center
LEWISVILLE CIVIC CLUB COMMUNITY SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP AWARD
Criteria: Seniors who are involved in activities which are similar to the purpose of the Civic Club (community activities), school clubs and activities; top candidates will be interviewed
Awards: Three $1,500 scholarships
Deadline: March 30, 2018
Contact: Information and application in MT Counseling Center; preferred online application available at
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES U.S. SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria: This program seeks to invest in students who are exemplary role models in their communities and have the initiative to fulfill their educational goals; scholars opportunities for all US students, Asian-American students, African-American students and Hispanic-American students
Awards: Local $1,000 scholarships with varying amounts at additional levels.
Deadline: January 18, 2018
Contact: Visit or apply at ; look for more information to come soon
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, 2018
Contact: Information sheet in MT Guidance Office; Go to or to apply
HISPANIC LEAGUE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Hispanic students who are current and former ESL/ELL students from Forsyth County; both documented and undocumented students
Awards: Vary each year
Deadline: January 15, 2018(Awards presented at Spanish Nite Gala in April)
Contact: Apply at ; flyer available in MT Guidance Office
FLORENCE KIDDER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (THE NATIONAL SOCIETY OF THE COLONIAL DAMES OF AMERICA IN THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
Criteria: NC high seniors who plan to attend any NC college or university; merit of an essay on the assigned topic, plus character, scholastic record and need (the essay prompt is on the subject of Early Immigration to America)
Awards: One $3,000 scholarship and one $1,000 scholarship
Deadline: February 4 2018
Contact: Application available in MT Guidance Office; the application may be uploaded online at florence-memorial--scholarship or postmarked
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, 2018 (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, 2018
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, 2018 (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, 2018
Contact: Information available in MT Guidance Office and at ; use the one-stop application
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, 2016
Awards: Scholarships up to approximately one-half of the cost of an undergraduate education
Deadline: January 31, 2018 for submitting the scholarship application (including transcript and ACT/SAT scores) and the FAFSA; recommendations are requested via an email and completed online
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
INFORMATION COMING SOON
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, 2017)
Award: Variable but cannot exceed expected financial need
Deadline: February 1, 2018; 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
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, 2018 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, 2018
Contact: Information available in MT Guidance Office; additional information and application available at (search for scholarships available to Forsyth County seniors)
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, 2018
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, 2017 to January 2018with January 29, 2018 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 31, 2018
Contact: Brochure in MT Guidance Office; application available at scholarship
LENOIR-RHYNE L R TEACHING SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Exemplary high school students who want to become teachers
Deadline: Students are encouraged to apply by January 31, 2108
Contact: Apply at
HIGH SCHOOL STEM SCHOLARSHIP FOR ASPIRING COMMERCIAL DRONE PILOTS
Criteria: Support for high school students who are serious about becoming a certified drone pilot by helping them prepare for the the FAA’s Part 107 test
Deadline: No deadline, applicants will be accepted on a rolling, case-by-case basis
Contact: Send an email to support@
SETON HALL UNIVERSITY’S SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT CHALLENGE
Criteria: Submit a 300-500 word statement that describes an innovative approach or idea you have for addressing one of the UN Sustainable Development Goals
Awards: $2,500 cash prize and $10,000 scholarship; $1,000 cash prize and $6,000 scholarship
Deadline: March 11, 2018
Contact: Information flyer in MT Counseling Center or find details at shu.edu/go/UNchallenge
B. DAVIS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Any high school seniors
Awards: $1,000 scholarships
Deadline: May 22, 2018
Contact: Find details at
ELKS NATIONAL FOUNDATION “MOST VALUABLE STUDENT” SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria: High school seniors based on SCHOLARSHIP (50%), LEADERSHIP (40%), FINANCIAL NEED and QUALITY OF APPLICATION (10%); successful applicants are usually at or near the top 5% of the class and have SAT scores exceeding 1200 (CR & M) or similar ACT
Awards: Local Regional, State, and National scholarships (500 four-year awards), ranging from $1,000 to $15,000 per year-six local scholarships (3 male and 3 female) will be awarded; top scholarship at national level is $50,000
Deadline: November 27, 2017
Contact: Applications available at enf.mvs. (Carefully follow all directions and seek assistance from Mr. Huck if you have questions). This application process has changed from a paper application to a completely online process in the past two years. We have a local Elks Lodge representative to contact if we have questions. Last school year, Mount Tabor students won five of the six local scholarships)
ELKS LODGE NURSING SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria: Applicants must be pursuing acceptance into a Nursing Program which, upon completion, qualifies the students for taking the nurse licensing exam; students in the top 25% of class are strongest applicants
Awards: $1,000 local and state scholarships
Deadline: December 8, 2017 (Mr. Huck will deliver all completed applications to the WS Elks Lodge #449 on December 8)
Contact: Information available in MT Counseling Center; download the application from programs/nursing-scholarship/. All parts of the application should be placed neatly and organized well in a folder
NATIONAL CO-OP SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria: Check out the guide on the scholarship rack: The Best of Co-op: A Guide to the Leading Colleges and Empoyers; over 160 merit scholarships available to high school seniors
Contact:
AMDA (COLLEGE AND CONSERVATORY OF THE PERFORMING ARTS IN LOS ANGELES & AMERICAN MUSICAL AND DRAMATIC ACADEMY IN NEW YORK CITY
Criteria: Scholarship opportunities from $1,000 to $18,000 based on talent, merit, academic excellence and financial need
Contact: amda.edu or call 800-367-7908
KING’S COLLEGE (CHARLOTTE)
Criteria: Scholarship opportunities for North Carolina HOSA, FBLA and DECA students
Contact: kingscollegecharlotte.edu
NORTH CAROLINA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION ENDOWED FUND SCHOLARSHIPS
Cheerleading Scholarship-member of a cheerleading squad registered for and participating in the NCHSAA Cheerleading Invitational event-Deadline is November 17, 2017
Charlie Adams Endowed Scholarship-one senior male high school athlete participating on the varsity wrestling team and one senior female high school athlete participating on the varsity cross-country team
Deadline is February 16, 2018
Jerry McGee Endowed Student Scholarship-two senior year high school student-athletes from NCHSAA member schools who have overcome adversity and returned to excel beyond expectations in their scholastic athletic sport(s)
Deadline is February 16, 2018
NCHSAA Lacrosse Scholarship-one male and one female senior lacrosse players from NCHSAA member high schools
Deadline is April 20, 2018
Tony Cullen Memorial Scholarship-one senior male high school athlete participating on the varisty level lacrosse team at a NCHSAA member school
Deadline is April 20,2018
Wilburn Clary Medal Award-one male and one female graduating senior student-athlete on a sanctioned varsity team during his/her senior year at a NCHSAA member school
Deadline is February 16, 2018
Willie Bradshaw Memorial Endowed Scholarship-outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska Native and/or Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American student-athlete participating on a sanctioned varsity team at a NCHSAA member school
Deadline is February 16, 2018
Contact: Information available in MT Counseling Center; students-parents/nchsaa-endowed-fund-scholarships
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM FOR DREAMERS
Criteria: DACA Eligible or received DACA; opportunities in several states
Contact: TheDream.us; thedream.us/opportunity scholarship
WEST TEACHING SCHOLARS PROGRAM @ CATAWBA COLLEGE
Criteria: High academic achievement, demonstrated leadership, community involvement and commitment to teaching
Awards: $2,500 per year
Deadline: December 1, 2017
Contact: Brochure in MT Counseling Center; catawba.edu/academyforteaching
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
LYCEUM SCHOLARS PROGRAM @ CLEMSON UNIVERSITY
Criteria: Study the moral, political, and economic foundations of a free society, paired with a faculty mentor
Awards: $10,000 scholarships
Deadline: December 11, 2017
Contact: Flyer in MT Counseling Center; more information and application at clemson/edu/capitalism/lyceum.html.
DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria: Several scholarships with varying credentials for students pursuing degrees in history, law, nursing and education-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 ($5,000 scholarship)
Dr. Aura-Lee A. Pittenger and James Hobbs Pittinger American History Scholarship ($2,00) for student planning to major in American History or American Government
The Lucinda Beneventi Findley History Scholarship ($2,000) is available to 2 graduating seniors who have demonstrated advanced interest in history and are planning to major in or pursue the study of history
Awards: $2,000 to $5,000 scholarships, some renewable for four years
Contact: Information in MT Guidance Office; go to
AXA ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria: High School students who have been active in their communities and school, leading projects that benefit others, and have overcome personal challenges
Awards: $2,500 to $25,000
Deadline: December 15, 2017
Contact: Information in MT Guidance Office; apply at achievers
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, 2017 for Ron Brown scholarship and application information forwarded to select and limited number of additional scholarship providers); January 9, 2018 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 2018– Application process includes completion of the Nominator and Recommender forms
Contact: All current information about this scholarship program and application available at . Printed materials available in September.
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
JACK KENT COOKE FOUNDATION COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria: Students that will graduate in spring of 2018 with a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or higher and SAT (combined critical reading and math) of 1200 or higher and/or ACT composite of 26 or above; demonstrate financial need (applicants of family income up to $95.000 will be considered)
Awards: Several scholarships up to $30,000 per year
Deadline: Late November, 2017
Contact: Flyers available in MT Guidance Office; more information and online application at scholarships
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