College Parent Magazine
Award Amount
Minimum: $500 Deadline Date
March 31
Description
The College Parent Magazine Scholarship is available to students who will be attending a U.S. college as a college freshmen. You must submit an essay of 250 words or less addressing the following topic: What was the most valuable way your parents helped you with the college application and selection process? Essays will be judged on relevance, creativity, and clarity, as well as grammar, spelling and structure.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information and a submission form.
Thursday, 1 March 2012
KFC Colonel's Scholars Scholarship 2012-2013
Award Amount
$5000 Deadline Date
Mar 31 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The KFC Colonel's Scholars Program is available to high school seniors who will graduate this academic year and plan to attend a public in-state college or university to pursue a bachelor's degree. You must also have a minimum 2.75 GPA and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident to be eligible for this award.
Additional Information
The online application is available for a six-week period, from February 15 to March 31, 2006. Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
Website
http://www.kfcscholars.org/
$5000 Deadline Date
Mar 31 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The KFC Colonel's Scholars Program is available to high school seniors who will graduate this academic year and plan to attend a public in-state college or university to pursue a bachelor's degree. You must also have a minimum 2.75 GPA and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident to be eligible for this award.
Additional Information
The online application is available for a six-week period, from February 15 to March 31, 2006. Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
Website
http://www.kfcscholars.org/
Outstanding Students of America Scholarship 2012-2013
Award Amount
$1000 Deadline Date
Oct 15 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Outstanding Students of America Scholarship is open to high school seniors who have a minimum 3.0 GPA. To be considered for this award, you must be able to demonstrate outstanding commitment to community and school activities. Additionally, you must submit a 250-word essay highlighting your accomplishments and reasons why you feel that you deserve or need this scholarship.
Additional Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information and an application. Note: Purchasing the advertised bibliographic book is not a requirement to receive the award.
Website
http://www.outstandingstudentsofamerica.com/
$1000 Deadline Date
Oct 15 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Outstanding Students of America Scholarship is open to high school seniors who have a minimum 3.0 GPA. To be considered for this award, you must be able to demonstrate outstanding commitment to community and school activities. Additionally, you must submit a 250-word essay highlighting your accomplishments and reasons why you feel that you deserve or need this scholarship.
Additional Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information and an application. Note: Purchasing the advertised bibliographic book is not a requirement to receive the award.
Website
http://www.outstandingstudentsofamerica.com/
Annual Signet Classic Scholarship Essay Contest 2012-2013
Award Amount
$1,000 Deadline Date
April 14
Awards Available
5
Description
The Annual Signet Classic Scholarship Essay Contest is open to high school juniors and seniors. This year's essay competition is based on the book, "The Moonstone" by Wilkie Collins. You must write an essay on one of five selected topics listed on the Web site to be considered for this award.
Additional Information
Please visit the Web site for additional information and essay topics.
Website:
http://us.penguingroup.com/static/pages/services-academic/essayhome.html
$1,000 Deadline Date
April 14
Awards Available
5
Description
The Annual Signet Classic Scholarship Essay Contest is open to high school juniors and seniors. This year's essay competition is based on the book, "The Moonstone" by Wilkie Collins. You must write an essay on one of five selected topics listed on the Web site to be considered for this award.
Additional Information
Please visit the Web site for additional information and essay topics.
Website:
http://us.penguingroup.com/static/pages/services-academic/essayhome.html
Sixteenth Annual Poster Contest for High School Students 2012-2013
Award Amount
$100-$1000 Deadline Date
Jan 20 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Sixteenth Annual High School Poster Contest is open to students from grades 9 through 12. This contest involves students creating a poster with the theme and caption, "You can make a difference," illustrating the idea that one person can change the world for the better. Each poster must be the work of only one student and the poster concept, design and any photos or artwork used must be the original work of the student entering the competition. Posters must be 15 x 20 inches in size, including border or mat if used. If charcoal or pastel is used, the poster must be either laminated or covered with clear plastic. On the back of the poster, the following must be included: the student's name, street address, town, state and zip code, home phone number, school, school address, grade and e-mail address (if available). Posters will be judged on overall impact, effectiveness in conveying the theme, originality and artistic merit. The judges' decisions are final. All entries become the property of the Christophers and no posters will be returned.
$100-$1000 Deadline Date
Jan 20 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Sixteenth Annual High School Poster Contest is open to students from grades 9 through 12. This contest involves students creating a poster with the theme and caption, "You can make a difference," illustrating the idea that one person can change the world for the better. Each poster must be the work of only one student and the poster concept, design and any photos or artwork used must be the original work of the student entering the competition. Posters must be 15 x 20 inches in size, including border or mat if used. If charcoal or pastel is used, the poster must be either laminated or covered with clear plastic. On the back of the poster, the following must be included: the student's name, street address, town, state and zip code, home phone number, school, school address, grade and e-mail address (if available). Posters will be judged on overall impact, effectiveness in conveying the theme, originality and artistic merit. The judges' decisions are final. All entries become the property of the Christophers and no posters will be returned.
National Vocabulary Championship 2012-2013
Award Amount
$40000 Deadline Date
Varies Awards Available
Varies
Description
The National Vocabulary Championship is open to high school students who are between the ages of 13 and 19 years old. To qualify, you must attend a participating school (see website) or complete the National Qualifying Exam, being offered during the month of November. Fifty finalists will win a trip to the National Vocabulary Championship Finals in March to compete for $40,000 towards college tuition.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional .
Website Address
http://www.winwithwords.com
$40000 Deadline Date
Varies Awards Available
Varies
Description
The National Vocabulary Championship is open to high school students who are between the ages of 13 and 19 years old. To qualify, you must attend a participating school (see website) or complete the National Qualifying Exam, being offered during the month of November. Fifty finalists will win a trip to the National Vocabulary Championship Finals in March to compete for $40,000 towards college tuition.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional .
Website Address
http://www.winwithwords.com
Brickfish Family and Friends Photo Campaign Scholarship 2012-2013
Award Amount
$50-$350 Deadline Date
May 27 Awards Available
6
Description
The Brickfish Family and Friends Photo Campaign Scholarship is open to students who are at least 14 years of age or older. You must submit your best family or friends photo to be eligible for this award.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
Website Address
http://www.brickfish.com/Lifestyles/FamilyFriendsPhotoCampaign?tab=1&=CS_Fastweb_familyfriends
$50-$350 Deadline Date
May 27 Awards Available
6
Description
The Brickfish Family and Friends Photo Campaign Scholarship is open to students who are at least 14 years of age or older. You must submit your best family or friends photo to be eligible for this award.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
Website Address
http://www.brickfish.com/Lifestyles/FamilyFriendsPhotoCampaign?tab=1&=CS_Fastweb_familyfriends
Brickfish "Be a Milk Rock Star with Rascal Flatts!" Scholarship 2012 - 2013
Award Amount
$50-$250 Deadline Date
April 15 Awards Available
10
Description
The Brickfish "Be a Milk Rock Star with Rascal Flatts!" Scholarship is open to students who are at least 14 years of age. You must submit a video of you singing a Rascal Flatts song to be eligible for this award.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information and entry requirements.
Website Address
http://www.brickfish.com/Entertainment/RascalFlatts?tab=1&=fastmilk
$50-$250 Deadline Date
April 15 Awards Available
10
Description
The Brickfish "Be a Milk Rock Star with Rascal Flatts!" Scholarship is open to students who are at least 14 years of age. You must submit a video of you singing a Rascal Flatts song to be eligible for this award.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information and entry requirements.
Website Address
http://www.brickfish.com/Entertainment/RascalFlatts?tab=1&=fastmilk
Youth Foundation Scholarship 2012-2013
Award Amount
$2500-$4000 Deadline Date
Nov 26 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Youth Foundation Scholarship is available to high school seniors who are U.S. citizens and plan to attend an accredited four-year United States college of university. You must have a B+ or better grade average and demonstrate financial need to be eligible for this award.
Additional Information
Please visit the Web site provided for additional information.
Website
http://fdncenter.org/grantmaker/youthfdn/
$2500-$4000 Deadline Date
Nov 26 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Youth Foundation Scholarship is available to high school seniors who are U.S. citizens and plan to attend an accredited four-year United States college of university. You must have a B+ or better grade average and demonstrate financial need to be eligible for this award.
Additional Information
Please visit the Web site provided for additional information.
Website
http://fdncenter.org/grantmaker/youthfdn/
American Heroes - U.S. Military Challenge 2012-2013
Award Amount
$250 Awards Available
Varies Type of Award
Scholarship
Description
The American Heroes - U.S. Military Challenge is available to high school and college students in the United States. This is a scholarship based on what you know about the brave men and women that make up the United States Military. It is an overview of all branches of the military, training, education, weapons, and history. Each week the quiz will consist of 15-20 questions.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information and a list of quiz dates.
$250 Awards Available
Varies Type of Award
Scholarship
Description
The American Heroes - U.S. Military Challenge is available to high school and college students in the United States. This is a scholarship based on what you know about the brave men and women that make up the United States Military. It is an overview of all branches of the military, training, education, weapons, and history. Each week the quiz will consist of 15-20 questions.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information and a list of quiz dates.
The Christophers "You Can Make A Difference" Poster Contest 2012-2013
Award Amount
$1,000 Deadline Date
Jan 20 Awards Available
8
Description
Students in grades 9-12 are invited to interpret the theme, "You Can Make a Difference," in an original poster.
Posters must include the statement "You Can Make a Difference", be 15 x 20 inches in size, be the work of one student, and poster concept and design in addition to all photographs and artwork must be the original work of the student.
All posters must include a completed entry form attached to the back. Posters will be judged on overall impact, effectiveness in conveying the theme, originality and artistic merit.
Write or email The Christophers' Youth Coordinator for entry forms and more information.
*Please specify your interest in The Christophers Poster Contest.
Website Address
http://www.christophers.org
$1,000 Deadline Date
Jan 20 Awards Available
8
Description
Students in grades 9-12 are invited to interpret the theme, "You Can Make a Difference," in an original poster.
Posters must include the statement "You Can Make a Difference", be 15 x 20 inches in size, be the work of one student, and poster concept and design in addition to all photographs and artwork must be the original work of the student.
All posters must include a completed entry form attached to the back. Posters will be judged on overall impact, effectiveness in conveying the theme, originality and artistic merit.
Write or email The Christophers' Youth Coordinator for entry forms and more information.
*Please specify your interest in The Christophers Poster Contest.
Website Address
http://www.christophers.org
Herman and Katherine Peters Foundation Scholarship 2012-2013
Award Amount
$5,000 Deadline Date
Jan 05 Awards Available
Varies
Scholarship Description
The Herman and Katherine Peters Foundation Scholarship is open to high school seniors who will be majoring in environmental science, forestry, conservation, education (primary and secondary) or religious studies/instruction.
If you are majoring in education or religious studies/instruction, you must be attending a Christian college in Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, Arizona or Colorado to be eligible. If you are majoring in environmental science, forestry or conservation, you must attend a college in Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, Arizona or Colorado to be eligible.
A personal essay of 300 words or less, one writing sample, your high school transcripts, letters of recommendation and a fully completed application will be required.
For an application, please e-mail your request to sleonard@petersfoundation.org.
$5,000 Deadline Date
Jan 05 Awards Available
Varies
Scholarship Description
The Herman and Katherine Peters Foundation Scholarship is open to high school seniors who will be majoring in environmental science, forestry, conservation, education (primary and secondary) or religious studies/instruction.
If you are majoring in education or religious studies/instruction, you must be attending a Christian college in Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, Arizona or Colorado to be eligible. If you are majoring in environmental science, forestry or conservation, you must attend a college in Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, Arizona or Colorado to be eligible.
A personal essay of 300 words or less, one writing sample, your high school transcripts, letters of recommendation and a fully completed application will be required.
For an application, please e-mail your request to sleonard@petersfoundation.org.
America's Junior Miss Scholarship Program 2012-2013
Award Amount
Varies Deadline Date
Varies Awards Available
Varies
Description
The mission of America's Junior Miss is to emphasize education by providing scholarship opportunities to outstanding, college-bound high school girls, and to encourage personal development in all young people. Participants in the program begin at the local levels of competition and compete in 5 categories: scholastics, interview, fitness, talent and self-expression. Scholarships are awarded at all levels of competition and increase in value at each level. Those who advance to the state level have an opportunity to advance to the national program, which is held in June each year in Mobile, Alabama.
Since 1958, AJM has awarded more than $90 million in cash scholarships. Local and state scholarship awards varied.
For more information, visit us online at http://www.ajm.org and sign up for an account. You will be contacted by someone in your area who can provide you with more information.
Requirements: Females who are upcoming high school seniors are eligible for the program. Participants must be a U.S. citizen and must have never been married or pregnant.
Website Address
http://www.ajm.org
Varies Deadline Date
Varies Awards Available
Varies
Description
The mission of America's Junior Miss is to emphasize education by providing scholarship opportunities to outstanding, college-bound high school girls, and to encourage personal development in all young people. Participants in the program begin at the local levels of competition and compete in 5 categories: scholastics, interview, fitness, talent and self-expression. Scholarships are awarded at all levels of competition and increase in value at each level. Those who advance to the state level have an opportunity to advance to the national program, which is held in June each year in Mobile, Alabama.
Since 1958, AJM has awarded more than $90 million in cash scholarships. Local and state scholarship awards varied.
For more information, visit us online at http://www.ajm.org and sign up for an account. You will be contacted by someone in your area who can provide you with more information.
Requirements: Females who are upcoming high school seniors are eligible for the program. Participants must be a U.S. citizen and must have never been married or pregnant.
Website Address
http://www.ajm.org
Brickfish "Design a T-Shirt for Honest Foods!" Scholarship 2012-2013
Award Amount
$250-$500 Deadline Date
April 30 Awards Available
2
Description
The Brickfish "Design a T-Shirt for Honest Foods!" Scholarship is open to students who are at least 14 years of age. You must submit a design for a t-shirt for the Honest Foods company to be eligible for this award.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information and entry requirements.
Website Address
http://www.brickfish.com/Lifestyles/HonestFoodsTshirtDesign?tab=1&=fasthonest
$250-$500 Deadline Date
April 30 Awards Available
2
Description
The Brickfish "Design a T-Shirt for Honest Foods!" Scholarship is open to students who are at least 14 years of age. You must submit a design for a t-shirt for the Honest Foods company to be eligible for this award.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information and entry requirements.
Website Address
http://www.brickfish.com/Lifestyles/HonestFoodsTshirtDesign?tab=1&=fasthonest
The Fountainhead Essay Contest 2012-2013
Award Amount
$10,000 Deadline Date
April 25 Awards Available
236
Description
Annual Essay Contest on Ayn Rand's novel, THE FOUNTAINHEAD
For 11th and 12th graders
Entry Deadline: April 25
First Prize: $10,000 Cash Award
5 Second Prizes: $2,000 Cash Awards
10 Third Prizes: $1,000 Cash Awards
45 Finalist Prizes: $100 Cash Awards
175 Semifinalist Prizes: $50 Cash Awards
THE FOUNTAINHEAD essay topics are available online.
Website Address
http://www.aynrand.org/contests
$10,000 Deadline Date
April 25 Awards Available
236
Description
Annual Essay Contest on Ayn Rand's novel, THE FOUNTAINHEAD
For 11th and 12th graders
Entry Deadline: April 25
First Prize: $10,000 Cash Award
5 Second Prizes: $2,000 Cash Awards
10 Third Prizes: $1,000 Cash Awards
45 Finalist Prizes: $100 Cash Awards
175 Semifinalist Prizes: $50 Cash Awards
THE FOUNTAINHEAD essay topics are available online.
Website Address
http://www.aynrand.org/contests
AFA Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship 2012-2013
Award Amount
$5,000 Deadline Date
Feb 15 Awards Available
1
Scholarship Description
As more and more families across America are affected by Alzheimer’s disease, many teenagers as well are becoming aware of this heartbreaking brain disease—from personal experiences in their own families, watching friends and neighbors, or involvement in community service.
In an effort to provide an outlet for teenagers to express their thoughts about Alzheimer’s disease and to engage the younger generation in this important cause, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is pleased to offer the AFA Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship—an annual $5,000 scholarship to one deserving college-bound student.
The scholarship will be awarded to one student per year. The deadline for applications is February 15 of each year.
This scholarship provides an excellent opportunity for high school juniors and seniors (entering an accredited college or university within 12 months of the application deadline) to give thoughtful consideration to the impact Alzheimer’s disease has on their own lives and others in their family and community.
An independent committee selected by AFA will judge all timely submissions. Author identity will remain anonymous during the judging.
AFA will award the grand prize winner a $5,000 scholarship to be used toward the first year of the student’s college education.
AFA will notify the grand prize winner, along with a first and second runner-up, on April 1st. AFA will provide the scholarship payment upon receipt of official documentation of registration from the college/university that the student is attending in the following fall or spring (for example, a letter with proof of first semester’s payment from the registrar’s office). Should the scholarship winner fail to attend college within the stated time period, the scholarship will be given to the first runner-up.
AFA will post the grand prize winning essay on www.afateens.org to help inspire others. The two runners-up will receive a certificate of appreciation and their essays also will be posted on the AFA Teens Web site. AFA may publish the winning/runner-up essays in other media or utilize them for other publicity and informational purposes.
The mission of AFA Teens is to:
• Raise awareness among teenagers and the general public about Alzheimer’s disease
• Provide education, counseling and support to young family members
• Enable teens to share feelings and experiences with other teens and experts
• Refer teens and their family members to community programs and support services
• Help support the mission and objectives of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to providing optimal care to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, and their families.
Information and an application form are posted at www.afateens.org.
Website Address
http://www.afateens.org
$5,000 Deadline Date
Feb 15 Awards Available
1
Scholarship Description
As more and more families across America are affected by Alzheimer’s disease, many teenagers as well are becoming aware of this heartbreaking brain disease—from personal experiences in their own families, watching friends and neighbors, or involvement in community service.
In an effort to provide an outlet for teenagers to express their thoughts about Alzheimer’s disease and to engage the younger generation in this important cause, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is pleased to offer the AFA Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship—an annual $5,000 scholarship to one deserving college-bound student.
The scholarship will be awarded to one student per year. The deadline for applications is February 15 of each year.
This scholarship provides an excellent opportunity for high school juniors and seniors (entering an accredited college or university within 12 months of the application deadline) to give thoughtful consideration to the impact Alzheimer’s disease has on their own lives and others in their family and community.
An independent committee selected by AFA will judge all timely submissions. Author identity will remain anonymous during the judging.
AFA will award the grand prize winner a $5,000 scholarship to be used toward the first year of the student’s college education.
AFA will notify the grand prize winner, along with a first and second runner-up, on April 1st. AFA will provide the scholarship payment upon receipt of official documentation of registration from the college/university that the student is attending in the following fall or spring (for example, a letter with proof of first semester’s payment from the registrar’s office). Should the scholarship winner fail to attend college within the stated time period, the scholarship will be given to the first runner-up.
AFA will post the grand prize winning essay on www.afateens.org to help inspire others. The two runners-up will receive a certificate of appreciation and their essays also will be posted on the AFA Teens Web site. AFA may publish the winning/runner-up essays in other media or utilize them for other publicity and informational purposes.
The mission of AFA Teens is to:
• Raise awareness among teenagers and the general public about Alzheimer’s disease
• Provide education, counseling and support to young family members
• Enable teens to share feelings and experiences with other teens and experts
• Refer teens and their family members to community programs and support services
• Help support the mission and objectives of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to providing optimal care to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, and their families.
Information and an application form are posted at www.afateens.org.
Website Address
http://www.afateens.org
U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program 2012-2013
Award Amount
$1000 Deadline Date
Feb 28 Awards Available
30
Scholarship Description
Students interested in the U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program should apply online. No paper application is available. Please do not send written correspondence requesting details or an application.
U.S. Bank awards 30 $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors graduating in the coming spring who are planning to attend an accredited two or four-year college or university in the fall.
Website Address
http://usbank.com/studentbanking
$1000 Deadline Date
Feb 28 Awards Available
30
Scholarship Description
Students interested in the U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program should apply online. No paper application is available. Please do not send written correspondence requesting details or an application.
U.S. Bank awards 30 $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors graduating in the coming spring who are planning to attend an accredited two or four-year college or university in the fall.
Website Address
http://usbank.com/studentbanking
Brickfish "Off Road Nation" Contest 2012-2013
Award Amount
$100 - $500 Deadline Date
Sept 04 Awards Available
5
Scholarship Description
The Brickfish "Off Road Nation" Contest is open to students who are at least 13 years of age or older and residents of the United States and Canada (excluding Quebec). To be eligible for this award, you must create and upload a video or a photo of your off-road activity.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
Website Address
http://www.brickfish.com/Sports/OffRoadNation?tab=entries&=EC_OffRoadNation_260_Fast_OffRoadNation
$100 - $500 Deadline Date
Sept 04 Awards Available
5
Scholarship Description
The Brickfish "Off Road Nation" Contest is open to students who are at least 13 years of age or older and residents of the United States and Canada (excluding Quebec). To be eligible for this award, you must create and upload a video or a photo of your off-road activity.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
Website Address
http://www.brickfish.com/Sports/OffRoadNation?tab=entries&=EC_OffRoadNation_260_Fast_OffRoadNation
McKelvey Entrepreneurial Foundation 2012-2013
Award Amount
$10,000 Deadline Date
Jan 15 Awards Available
100
Scholarship Description
The McKelvey Foundation will award $40,000 scholarships to young entrepreneurs across the country. The Foundation will distribute up to $10,000 per year for each of the four years to any accredited four year college within the United States.
If you are a current business owner and a senior in a public or private high school or home study program in the United States, you may be eligible. The selection criteria requires:
Owned and operated a business (for profit or non-profit) for at least 1 year
Have at least one paid employee, either full time or part time
Have sales revenue (not required for non-profit)
Website Address
http://www.mckelveyfoundation.org
$10,000 Deadline Date
Jan 15 Awards Available
100
Scholarship Description
The McKelvey Foundation will award $40,000 scholarships to young entrepreneurs across the country. The Foundation will distribute up to $10,000 per year for each of the four years to any accredited four year college within the United States.
If you are a current business owner and a senior in a public or private high school or home study program in the United States, you may be eligible. The selection criteria requires:
Owned and operated a business (for profit or non-profit) for at least 1 year
Have at least one paid employee, either full time or part time
Have sales revenue (not required for non-profit)
Website Address
http://www.mckelveyfoundation.org
NetAid Global Action Awards 2012-2013
Award Amount
$5000 Deadline Date
Nov 30 Awards Available
4
Scholarship Description
NetAid Global Action Awards honor high school students in the U.S. who are building a brighter future for the world’s poorest people. Honorees receive $5000 and will have a celebration in honor of their achievement.
The scholarship is available to high school students living in the U.S. who have organized and led a project that has directly impacted people in developing countries or raised awareness in their own communities about global poverty.
Honorees will be chosen by a panel of judges based on the level of innovation, cooperation, leadership, inspiration and impact displayed by their work.
Issues addressed by projects should be global in nature and may include but are not limited to: alleviating hunger; promoting human rights, children's rights or gender equity; increasing access to clean drinking water, healthcare or education; preventing and treating HIV/AIDS or other diseases; and supporting a sustainable environment.
Website Address
http://www.netaid.org
$5000 Deadline Date
Nov 30 Awards Available
4
Scholarship Description
NetAid Global Action Awards honor high school students in the U.S. who are building a brighter future for the world’s poorest people. Honorees receive $5000 and will have a celebration in honor of their achievement.
The scholarship is available to high school students living in the U.S. who have organized and led a project that has directly impacted people in developing countries or raised awareness in their own communities about global poverty.
Honorees will be chosen by a panel of judges based on the level of innovation, cooperation, leadership, inspiration and impact displayed by their work.
Issues addressed by projects should be global in nature and may include but are not limited to: alleviating hunger; promoting human rights, children's rights or gender equity; increasing access to clean drinking water, healthcare or education; preventing and treating HIV/AIDS or other diseases; and supporting a sustainable environment.
Website Address
http://www.netaid.org
Ashley Marie Easterbrook Scholarship 2012-2013
Award Amount
$1,500 Deadline Date
Mar 30 Awards Available
1
Scholarship Description
Applicant must currently be a high school (or home schooled) student in the United States, graduating in the coming Spring.
Applicant Qualifications:
Cumulative 4-year Grade Point Average between 3.50 and 3.74. (Unweighted)
Transcript verifying GPA must be included.
Student should be attending an accredited 4-year University or College.
Each applicant must submit an application. Application includes a document providing background information, a 500 word essay and one letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor or administrator. This recommendation letter is to focus on two subjects: 1) how the student is viewed by other students and 2) how the student is viewed by the teaching staff.
Applications will be accepted between January 1 and March 30 each year. We can not accept applications outside of these dates. Postmarks will be used as verification of date. Please plan accordingly.
Website Address
http://www.ashleysdream.org/
$1,500 Deadline Date
Mar 30 Awards Available
1
Scholarship Description
Applicant must currently be a high school (or home schooled) student in the United States, graduating in the coming Spring.
Applicant Qualifications:
Cumulative 4-year Grade Point Average between 3.50 and 3.74. (Unweighted)
Transcript verifying GPA must be included.
Student should be attending an accredited 4-year University or College.
Each applicant must submit an application. Application includes a document providing background information, a 500 word essay and one letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor or administrator. This recommendation letter is to focus on two subjects: 1) how the student is viewed by other students and 2) how the student is viewed by the teaching staff.
Applications will be accepted between January 1 and March 30 each year. We can not accept applications outside of these dates. Postmarks will be used as verification of date. Please plan accordingly.
Website Address
http://www.ashleysdream.org/
Help Santa Find the Perfect Real Tree Contest 2012-2013
Award Amount
$5000-$10000 Deadline Date
Dec 31 Awards Available
Description
The Help Santa Find the Perfect Real Tree Contest is open to students 18 years of age or younger who display a real Christmas tree (not artificial) in their home. You must submit a picture of your real Christmas tree along with a story about why the tree is special to you. To be considered, you must be a resident of the United States. In addition to a scholarship prize, winners may receive an all-expense paid trip for four to Orlando, Florida, or an all-expense paid trip for four to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
Website
http://www.christmastree.org/home.cfm
$5000-$10000 Deadline Date
Dec 31 Awards Available
Description
The Help Santa Find the Perfect Real Tree Contest is open to students 18 years of age or younger who display a real Christmas tree (not artificial) in their home. You must submit a picture of your real Christmas tree along with a story about why the tree is special to you. To be considered, you must be a resident of the United States. In addition to a scholarship prize, winners may receive an all-expense paid trip for four to Orlando, Florida, or an all-expense paid trip for four to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
Website
http://www.christmastree.org/home.cfm
Bank of America Student Leaders 2012-2013
Award Amount
Varies Deadline Date
Feb 28 Awards Available
Varies
Scholarship Description
Bank of America Student Leaders get to participate in an all-expense paid Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. during the week of July 13-18. This program will provide you with valuable perspective on many civic, social and business partnerships within the community.
The combination of internship experience at a nonprofit and leadership development through the Bank of America Student Leadership Summit will develop your skills and strengthen your understanding as you continue to engage in building your communities.
Bank of America Student Leader Scholarship applicants must:
Currently be a junior or senior in high school
Be able to participate in a week-long Student Leadership Summit in Washington, DC in July
Be able to participate in an 8-week paid internship at a local nonprofit/charitable organization
Be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship (U.S. Markets)
Be a student in good standing at his/her school
Applications will be accepted from January 1st to February 28th annually.
Website Address
http://www.bankofamerica.com/foundation
Varies Deadline Date
Feb 28 Awards Available
Varies
Scholarship Description
Bank of America Student Leaders get to participate in an all-expense paid Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. during the week of July 13-18. This program will provide you with valuable perspective on many civic, social and business partnerships within the community.
The combination of internship experience at a nonprofit and leadership development through the Bank of America Student Leadership Summit will develop your skills and strengthen your understanding as you continue to engage in building your communities.
Bank of America Student Leader Scholarship applicants must:
Currently be a junior or senior in high school
Be able to participate in a week-long Student Leadership Summit in Washington, DC in July
Be able to participate in an 8-week paid internship at a local nonprofit/charitable organization
Be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship (U.S. Markets)
Be a student in good standing at his/her school
Applications will be accepted from January 1st to February 28th annually.
Website Address
http://www.bankofamerica.com/foundation
NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award 2012-2013
Award Amount
$1,000 Deadline Date
Feb 11 Awards Available
400
Scholarship Description
The NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award program was established to raise awareness among the nation's youth of the critical role that private enterprise and entrepreneurship play in the building of America. The scholarships recognize and honor the students who receive them and provide financial assistance to both the students and their parents who must finance higher education. Since 2003, the NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation has awarded 1,538 scholarships to graduating high-school seniors totaling $1,609,000.
Each year the NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation will grant at least 400 NFIB Young Entrepreneur Awards nationwide in the amount of $1,000 each.
These awards are non-renewable and are not based on financial need. Scholarship recipients must enroll as full-time students in the fall of the year in which the scholarships are awarded and must continue in school for the entire academic year without interruption, barring illness, emergency or military service. Scholarship recipients may not defer their award for any reason. The NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award will be applied to educational expenses at any accredited, nonprofit two- or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school in the United States. A recipient may transfer from one school to another and retain the award.
The NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award program is administered by Scholarship Program Administrators, Inc., a firm that specializes in administering sponsored scholarship programs. This assures complete impartiality in the selection of recipients and maintains a high level of professionalism in dealing with students, parents, high schools and colleges.
Apply online at http://www.nfib.com/yea beginning November 12, 2012 thru February 11, 2013
Website Address
http://www.nfib.com/page/nfibYoungEntrepreneurAward.html?WT.mc_id=YEA
$1,000 Deadline Date
Feb 11 Awards Available
400
Scholarship Description
The NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award program was established to raise awareness among the nation's youth of the critical role that private enterprise and entrepreneurship play in the building of America. The scholarships recognize and honor the students who receive them and provide financial assistance to both the students and their parents who must finance higher education. Since 2003, the NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation has awarded 1,538 scholarships to graduating high-school seniors totaling $1,609,000.
Each year the NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation will grant at least 400 NFIB Young Entrepreneur Awards nationwide in the amount of $1,000 each.
These awards are non-renewable and are not based on financial need. Scholarship recipients must enroll as full-time students in the fall of the year in which the scholarships are awarded and must continue in school for the entire academic year without interruption, barring illness, emergency or military service. Scholarship recipients may not defer their award for any reason. The NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award will be applied to educational expenses at any accredited, nonprofit two- or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school in the United States. A recipient may transfer from one school to another and retain the award.
The NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award program is administered by Scholarship Program Administrators, Inc., a firm that specializes in administering sponsored scholarship programs. This assures complete impartiality in the selection of recipients and maintains a high level of professionalism in dealing with students, parents, high schools and colleges.
Apply online at http://www.nfib.com/yea beginning November 12, 2012 thru February 11, 2013
Website Address
http://www.nfib.com/page/nfibYoungEntrepreneurAward.html?WT.mc_id=YEA
Mary J. Szczepanski "Never Give Up" Scholarship - National High School Program 2012-2013
Award Amount
$500 Deadline Date
March 26 Awards Available
1
Scholarship Description
The Mary J. Szczepanski "Never Give Up" MS Scholarship Foundation has built its own reputation of community awareness, education in the high schools, raising funds for Multiple Sclerosis and being recognized as the most imaginative program in Michigan by educators, parents, students and businesses. The inaugural year of the program was the fall of 2000. This unique and prestigious program has touched the lives of many people in communities across the world and is constantly raising awareness of this terrible disease.
Our National High School Program
Students from all 50 states are invited to participate annually as we search for the senior who raises the most funds for MS. A $500.00 college scholarship and plaque will be awarded and he/she will be honored as our National recipient.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information and to apply.
Website
http://www.msscholarship.org/dnn/
$500 Deadline Date
March 26 Awards Available
1
Scholarship Description
The Mary J. Szczepanski "Never Give Up" MS Scholarship Foundation has built its own reputation of community awareness, education in the high schools, raising funds for Multiple Sclerosis and being recognized as the most imaginative program in Michigan by educators, parents, students and businesses. The inaugural year of the program was the fall of 2000. This unique and prestigious program has touched the lives of many people in communities across the world and is constantly raising awareness of this terrible disease.
Our National High School Program
Students from all 50 states are invited to participate annually as we search for the senior who raises the most funds for MS. A $500.00 college scholarship and plaque will be awarded and he/she will be honored as our National recipient.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information and to apply.
Website
http://www.msscholarship.org/dnn/
American Planning Association's Essay Contest 2012-2013
Award Amount
$5,000 Deadline Date
Jan 15 Awards Available
Varies
Scholarship Description
High school juniors and seniors are invited to enter the American Planning Association’s (APA) annual high school essay contest. Two $5,000 college scholarships will be awarded.
Students are asked to create a historic preservation plan for their community. The plan should focus on preserving the community’s significant historic areas, buildings, elements or features. To see the assignment please go to www.planning.org/essay.
Essay submissions are due January 15, 2009. Eligibility and additional information is available at http://www.planning.org/essay
Two students will each receive a $5,000 scholarship to the college or university he or she attends after graduation and complimentary registration and a travel stipend to attend an APA National Planning Conference. Ten additional essays will receive honorable mentions. Students earning an honorable mention will receive a $100 gift certificate to APA’s PlanningBooks.com store.
Essays will be judged by a panel of planning and education professionals on research and analysis, creativity and quality of the plan, and writing quality and organization.
This is the third year APA has sponsored the high school essay contest. Previous winners wrote about affordable housing and green neighborhoods. To read the previous winning essays or for more information on the contest, visit: www.planning.org/essay
Website Address
http://www.planning.org/essay/
$5,000 Deadline Date
Jan 15 Awards Available
Varies
Scholarship Description
High school juniors and seniors are invited to enter the American Planning Association’s (APA) annual high school essay contest. Two $5,000 college scholarships will be awarded.
Students are asked to create a historic preservation plan for their community. The plan should focus on preserving the community’s significant historic areas, buildings, elements or features. To see the assignment please go to www.planning.org/essay.
Essay submissions are due January 15, 2009. Eligibility and additional information is available at http://www.planning.org/essay
Two students will each receive a $5,000 scholarship to the college or university he or she attends after graduation and complimentary registration and a travel stipend to attend an APA National Planning Conference. Ten additional essays will receive honorable mentions. Students earning an honorable mention will receive a $100 gift certificate to APA’s PlanningBooks.com store.
Essays will be judged by a panel of planning and education professionals on research and analysis, creativity and quality of the plan, and writing quality and organization.
This is the third year APA has sponsored the high school essay contest. Previous winners wrote about affordable housing and green neighborhoods. To read the previous winning essays or for more information on the contest, visit: www.planning.org/essay
Website Address
http://www.planning.org/essay/
Hays C. Kirby Memorial Scholarship 2012 - 2013
Award Amount
$5,000 Deadline Date
March 14 Awards Available
1
Scholarship Description
This contest is open to all students of all national backgrounds that are currently studying in the United States or in an American military school out of the country. Eligible contestants must be middle or high school (7th—12th) students in a public, private, alternative, parochial school, or a home study program. Previous scholarship recipients are not eligible. Recent high-school graduates are eligible to participate as long as the "deadline" of the current contest falls within 12 months after graduation.
Objective:
Write an essay and focus on the theme (see website for details), which includes the history and purpose of observance; as well as, how you intend to honor our flag. Essays will be evaluated and assigned points of equal value based on the following criteria:
Demonstrated Knowledge of the Origin of the Stated theme, Theme Development, Clarity of Ideas, and Mechanics (Grammar, Spelling, Punctuation, Sentence Structure, etc.)
How to Enter:
All entries must be submitted electronically by Sunday, March 14 No exceptions will be made for late entries.
send via email to: scholarship@JoeFoss.com
Essay Title: "I Pledge Allegiance To The Flag..."
Contest Rules:
1. The essay MUST be the contestant’s original work. (Finalists’ essays will be scanned for plagiarism)
2. Contestants may enter one time only. (Per contest)
3. Essays must be a 1500 word minimum. (Cover page, title and footnotes do not contribute to the overall word count - 1499 word count is not acceptable - all rules are firm)
4. Quotations may be used sparingly and sources must be plainly identified.
5. All entries must be double spaced, and in English.
6. Contestants may not identify themselves, their schools, cities, or state within the essay.
7. Contestants must demonstrate knowledge of the origin and the impact of the Pledge of Allegiance.
8. Entry must be received by the stated deadline as indicated above. Electronic entries must be sent in MS Word file as an attachment. Do not copy either the text of the essay or the cover sheet into the body of the email.
9. The cover sheet is to be part of the attached essay, not a separate attachment.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information and to apply.
Website
http://www.joefoss.com/
$5,000 Deadline Date
March 14 Awards Available
1
Scholarship Description
This contest is open to all students of all national backgrounds that are currently studying in the United States or in an American military school out of the country. Eligible contestants must be middle or high school (7th—12th) students in a public, private, alternative, parochial school, or a home study program. Previous scholarship recipients are not eligible. Recent high-school graduates are eligible to participate as long as the "deadline" of the current contest falls within 12 months after graduation.
Objective:
Write an essay and focus on the theme (see website for details), which includes the history and purpose of observance; as well as, how you intend to honor our flag. Essays will be evaluated and assigned points of equal value based on the following criteria:
Demonstrated Knowledge of the Origin of the Stated theme, Theme Development, Clarity of Ideas, and Mechanics (Grammar, Spelling, Punctuation, Sentence Structure, etc.)
How to Enter:
All entries must be submitted electronically by Sunday, March 14 No exceptions will be made for late entries.
send via email to: scholarship@JoeFoss.com
Essay Title: "I Pledge Allegiance To The Flag..."
Contest Rules:
1. The essay MUST be the contestant’s original work. (Finalists’ essays will be scanned for plagiarism)
2. Contestants may enter one time only. (Per contest)
3. Essays must be a 1500 word minimum. (Cover page, title and footnotes do not contribute to the overall word count - 1499 word count is not acceptable - all rules are firm)
4. Quotations may be used sparingly and sources must be plainly identified.
5. All entries must be double spaced, and in English.
6. Contestants may not identify themselves, their schools, cities, or state within the essay.
7. Contestants must demonstrate knowledge of the origin and the impact of the Pledge of Allegiance.
8. Entry must be received by the stated deadline as indicated above. Electronic entries must be sent in MS Word file as an attachment. Do not copy either the text of the essay or the cover sheet into the body of the email.
9. The cover sheet is to be part of the attached essay, not a separate attachment.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information and to apply.
Website
http://www.joefoss.com/
Oprah's National High School Essay Contest 2012-2013
Award Amount
Varies Deadline Date
Feb 06 Awards Available
50
Description
Oprah's National High School Essay Contest is available to students who are currently enrolled full time in a public or state-accredited private or parochial school in grades 9-12. You must submit an essay of no more than 1,000 words in length that answers the question: "Why is the book Night by Elie Wiesel relevant today?" Winners will receive a two day/one night trip for two to Chicago.
Additional Information
Entries must be sent via mail only and postmarked no later than February 6 and received by February 9 Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
Varies Deadline Date
Feb 06 Awards Available
50
Description
Oprah's National High School Essay Contest is available to students who are currently enrolled full time in a public or state-accredited private or parochial school in grades 9-12. You must submit an essay of no more than 1,000 words in length that answers the question: "Why is the book Night by Elie Wiesel relevant today?" Winners will receive a two day/one night trip for two to Chicago.
Additional Information
Entries must be sent via mail only and postmarked no later than February 6 and received by February 9 Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
Marathon Scholars Program 2012-2013
Award Amount
$1,500 Deadline Date
Jan 15 Awards Available
40
Scholarship Description
Marathon Oil Company Foundation established the Marathon Scholars Program to assist employees' children who plan to continue education in college or vocational school programs. Renewable scholarships are offered each year for full-time study at an accredited institution of the student's choice.
Eligibility
Applicants to the Marathon Scholars Program must be:
- Children* of regular full-time or regular part-time employees (part-time employees must have one year of service as of the application deadline) of Marathon or Speedway SuperAmerica LLC. Children of retired or deceased employees (regular full-time or part-time employees at the time of retirement or death) are also eligible.
*The program is available to sons and daughters (including legally adopted or stepchildren) and to those with legal guardian arrangements if the parent or legal guardian is, or was at the time of retirement or death, a regular full-time or regular part-time employee (part-time employees must have had one year of service).
- High school seniors with a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) who plan to enroll in a full-time** undergraduate course of study at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university, or at an accredited vocational-technical school.
Applicants planning to enroll in an accredited college or university must take the ACT or SAT College entrance exam.
If selected as a recipient, the student will receive an award ranging from $500 to $1,500. Up to forty (40) awards will be granted each year as follows:
Up to thirty (30) awards will be granted to children of Marathon employees, as long as there are qualified applicants.
Up to ten (10) awards are designated for children of Speedway SuperAmerica LLC employees, as long as there are qualified applicants.
Website Address
http://www.sms.scholarshipamerica.org/marathon/index.html
$1,500 Deadline Date
Jan 15 Awards Available
40
Scholarship Description
Marathon Oil Company Foundation established the Marathon Scholars Program to assist employees' children who plan to continue education in college or vocational school programs. Renewable scholarships are offered each year for full-time study at an accredited institution of the student's choice.
Eligibility
Applicants to the Marathon Scholars Program must be:
- Children* of regular full-time or regular part-time employees (part-time employees must have one year of service as of the application deadline) of Marathon or Speedway SuperAmerica LLC. Children of retired or deceased employees (regular full-time or part-time employees at the time of retirement or death) are also eligible.
*The program is available to sons and daughters (including legally adopted or stepchildren) and to those with legal guardian arrangements if the parent or legal guardian is, or was at the time of retirement or death, a regular full-time or regular part-time employee (part-time employees must have had one year of service).
- High school seniors with a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) who plan to enroll in a full-time** undergraduate course of study at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university, or at an accredited vocational-technical school.
Applicants planning to enroll in an accredited college or university must take the ACT or SAT College entrance exam.
If selected as a recipient, the student will receive an award ranging from $500 to $1,500. Up to forty (40) awards will be granted each year as follows:
Up to thirty (30) awards will be granted to children of Marathon employees, as long as there are qualified applicants.
Up to ten (10) awards are designated for children of Speedway SuperAmerica LLC employees, as long as there are qualified applicants.
Website Address
http://www.sms.scholarshipamerica.org/marathon/index.html
S.O.A.R. Scholarship 2012-2013
Award Amount
$1,000 Deadline Date
April 15 Awards Available
2
Description:
Two scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors entering a University or Community College in the United States in the fall. The scholarships will be awarded based solely on essay entries.
The recipients of the scholarships will receive a $500.00 - $1000.00 check to cover college incidentals. The check will be addressed directly to the student not the school.
Eligibility
1. United States citizen
2. Current high school seniors attending school in the United States (applicant must be anticipating completion of high school in the Spring)
3. Minimum high school grade point average of 3.00
Selection Criteria
Students will be selected as finalists based on their essay entry.
Essay topic (1500-3000 words)
My Life, My Choice: How I Succeed Where Others Fail Despite My Circumstances
Application Deadline
The application must be postmarked no later than April 15th
Website
http://www.adriannemccauley.com/scholarship.html
$1,000 Deadline Date
April 15 Awards Available
2
Description:
Two scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors entering a University or Community College in the United States in the fall. The scholarships will be awarded based solely on essay entries.
The recipients of the scholarships will receive a $500.00 - $1000.00 check to cover college incidentals. The check will be addressed directly to the student not the school.
Eligibility
1. United States citizen
2. Current high school seniors attending school in the United States (applicant must be anticipating completion of high school in the Spring)
3. Minimum high school grade point average of 3.00
Selection Criteria
Students will be selected as finalists based on their essay entry.
Essay topic (1500-3000 words)
My Life, My Choice: How I Succeed Where Others Fail Despite My Circumstances
Application Deadline
The application must be postmarked no later than April 15th
Website
http://www.adriannemccauley.com/scholarship.html
Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship 2012-2013
Award Amount
$1,000 Deadline Date
Dec 31 Awards Available
Varies
Scholarship Description
The Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship is open to 9th-12th grade high school students, college students or graduate school students who are legal U.S. residents. Students not currently in school must plan to enroll in a higher education program within 12 months. Students may study any major and attend any college in the U.S. The award may be used for tuition, room and board, books or any related educational expense. A brief personal statement is required.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information and to apply.
Website
http://www.gkscholarship.com/
$1,000 Deadline Date
Dec 31 Awards Available
Varies
Scholarship Description
The Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship is open to 9th-12th grade high school students, college students or graduate school students who are legal U.S. residents. Students not currently in school must plan to enroll in a higher education program within 12 months. Students may study any major and attend any college in the U.S. The award may be used for tuition, room and board, books or any related educational expense. A brief personal statement is required.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information and to apply.
Website
http://www.gkscholarship.com/
JFI - Veteran's Day Scholarship Contest 2012-2013
Award Amount
$5,000 Deadline Date
Nov 14 Awards Available
1
Scholarship Description
This contest is open to all students of all national backgrounds that are currently studying in the United States. Eligible contestants must be middle or high school (7th—12th) students in a public, private, alternative, parochial, or home-study program. Previous scholarship recipients are not eligible. Eligibility Requirements: Open to all students studying with-in the United States. Recent high school graduates are eligible to participate as long as the “deadline” of the current contest falls with-in a 12-month calendar after graduation
Objective:
Write an essay and focus on the theme (see website for details), which include the history, and purpose of observance; as well as, how you intend to observe this day. Essays will be evaluated and assigned points of equal value based on the following criteria:
Demonstrated Knowledge of the Origin of the Stated theme,
Theme Development,
Clarity of Ideas,
and Mechanics (Grammar, Spelling, Punctuation, Sentence Structure, etc.)
How to Enter:
All entries must be postmarked or submitted electronically by Friday November 14, 2008. No exceptions will be made to late entries. Please mail any entries to the following address
The JOE FOSS Institute
Scholarship Program
14415 N. 73rd Street #109
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
or send via email to: scholarships@JFIWeb.org
Contest Rules:
1. The essay MUST be the contestant’s original work. (Finalists’ essay will be scanned for plagiarism)
2. Contestants may enter one time only. (Per contest)
3. Essays must be a 1500 word minimum. (Title and footnotes do not contribute to the overall word count)
4. Quotations may be used sparingly if sources are plainly identified. (Quotations must be used for support, and should not be used in place of your original work)
5. All entries must be typewritten, double spaced and in English.
6. Contestants may not identify themselves, their schools, cities, or state with-in the essay.
7. Contestants must demonstrate knowledge of the origin and the impact of the subject theme.
8. Entry must be postmarked, or electronically received by the stated deadline as indicated above. Electronic entries must be sent in MS Word file as an attachment.
Website Address
http://www.jfiweb.org/foss/
$5,000 Deadline Date
Nov 14 Awards Available
1
Scholarship Description
This contest is open to all students of all national backgrounds that are currently studying in the United States. Eligible contestants must be middle or high school (7th—12th) students in a public, private, alternative, parochial, or home-study program. Previous scholarship recipients are not eligible. Eligibility Requirements: Open to all students studying with-in the United States. Recent high school graduates are eligible to participate as long as the “deadline” of the current contest falls with-in a 12-month calendar after graduation
Objective:
Write an essay and focus on the theme (see website for details), which include the history, and purpose of observance; as well as, how you intend to observe this day. Essays will be evaluated and assigned points of equal value based on the following criteria:
Demonstrated Knowledge of the Origin of the Stated theme,
Theme Development,
Clarity of Ideas,
and Mechanics (Grammar, Spelling, Punctuation, Sentence Structure, etc.)
How to Enter:
All entries must be postmarked or submitted electronically by Friday November 14, 2008. No exceptions will be made to late entries. Please mail any entries to the following address
The JOE FOSS Institute
Scholarship Program
14415 N. 73rd Street #109
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
or send via email to: scholarships@JFIWeb.org
Contest Rules:
1. The essay MUST be the contestant’s original work. (Finalists’ essay will be scanned for plagiarism)
2. Contestants may enter one time only. (Per contest)
3. Essays must be a 1500 word minimum. (Title and footnotes do not contribute to the overall word count)
4. Quotations may be used sparingly if sources are plainly identified. (Quotations must be used for support, and should not be used in place of your original work)
5. All entries must be typewritten, double spaced and in English.
6. Contestants may not identify themselves, their schools, cities, or state with-in the essay.
7. Contestants must demonstrate knowledge of the origin and the impact of the subject theme.
8. Entry must be postmarked, or electronically received by the stated deadline as indicated above. Electronic entries must be sent in MS Word file as an attachment.
Website Address
http://www.jfiweb.org/foss/
Bruce Lee Scholarship 2012-2013
Award Amount
$5000 Deadline Date
Feb 28 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Bruce Lee Scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors who will be enrolling full-time in an accredited college or university next fall. To be eligible for this award, you must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrate strong character, the ability to persevere and prevail over adversity, community service involvement, and financial need. You must also be at least 16 years old at the time of application and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
$5000 Deadline Date
Feb 28 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Bruce Lee Scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors who will be enrolling full-time in an accredited college or university next fall. To be eligible for this award, you must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrate strong character, the ability to persevere and prevail over adversity, community service involvement, and financial need. You must also be at least 16 years old at the time of application and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
American Legion National High School Oratorical Contest 2012-2013
Award Amount
$18,000 Deadline Date
Varies Awards Available
Varies
Scholarship Description
The purpose of The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program - "A Constitutional Speech Contest" is to develop a deeper knowledge and appreciation of the Constitution of the United States on the part of high school students.
Who is eligible?
- all contestants must be students under the age of 20 years on the date of the National Contest
- must be enrolled in a high school or junior high school (public, parochial, military, private or state accredited home school)
- citizens or lawful residents of the United States
Prizes:
1st place - $18,000
2nd place - $16,000
3rd place - $14,000
Each Department (State) winner who is certified into and participates in the first round of teh National Contest will receive a $1,500 scholarship. Each first round winner who advances to and participates in the second round but does not advance to the Final Round, will receive an additional $1,500 scholarship to pursue education beyond high school.
Scholarships are awarded by the National Organization of The American Legion. Each Department (State) organization of The American Legion may certify one contestant into the National Contest.
For dates and information about the Oratorical Contest in your state, contact your local American Legion Post or State Headquarters
Website Address
http://www.legion.org
$18,000 Deadline Date
Varies Awards Available
Varies
Scholarship Description
The purpose of The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program - "A Constitutional Speech Contest" is to develop a deeper knowledge and appreciation of the Constitution of the United States on the part of high school students.
Who is eligible?
- all contestants must be students under the age of 20 years on the date of the National Contest
- must be enrolled in a high school or junior high school (public, parochial, military, private or state accredited home school)
- citizens or lawful residents of the United States
Prizes:
1st place - $18,000
2nd place - $16,000
3rd place - $14,000
Each Department (State) winner who is certified into and participates in the first round of teh National Contest will receive a $1,500 scholarship. Each first round winner who advances to and participates in the second round but does not advance to the Final Round, will receive an additional $1,500 scholarship to pursue education beyond high school.
Scholarships are awarded by the National Organization of The American Legion. Each Department (State) organization of The American Legion may certify one contestant into the National Contest.
For dates and information about the Oratorical Contest in your state, contact your local American Legion Post or State Headquarters
Website Address
http://www.legion.org
Kohl's Kids Who Care Award 2012-2013
Award Amount
$50-$5000 Deadline Date
Mar 15 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Kohl's Kids Who Care Award is available to students between the ages of 6 and 18 who have not yet graduated from high school and who make a difference in their community. Your volunteer efforts must have resulted in a positive community outcome and must have occurred within the last 12 months to be eligible. You must be nominated for this award by an individual over the age of 21.
Additional Information
Nomination forms, program information and official rules are available at Kohl's stores and on Kohl's Web site. Completed nomination forms must be submitted online or returned to the Customer Service Department at a Kohl's store by the end of the business day on March 15. Please visit their Web site for additional information.
$50-$5000 Deadline Date
Mar 15 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Kohl's Kids Who Care Award is available to students between the ages of 6 and 18 who have not yet graduated from high school and who make a difference in their community. Your volunteer efforts must have resulted in a positive community outcome and must have occurred within the last 12 months to be eligible. You must be nominated for this award by an individual over the age of 21.
Additional Information
Nomination forms, program information and official rules are available at Kohl's stores and on Kohl's Web site. Completed nomination forms must be submitted online or returned to the Customer Service Department at a Kohl's store by the end of the business day on March 15. Please visit their Web site for additional information.
College Matters Scholarship 2012-2013
Award Amount
$1000-$5000 Deadline Date
Mar 15 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The College Matters Scholarship is available to high school graduates or students in their last year of high school who plan to enroll full time in a four-year college or university in the following fall. You must demonstrate potential for academic success, leadership ability, public service, extracurricular activities and financial need.
Additional Information
It is not necessary to purchase the sponsor's book in order to apply for this award. All applications must be submitted via snail mail. Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
$1000-$5000 Deadline Date
Mar 15 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The College Matters Scholarship is available to high school graduates or students in their last year of high school who plan to enroll full time in a four-year college or university in the following fall. You must demonstrate potential for academic success, leadership ability, public service, extracurricular activities and financial need.
Additional Information
It is not necessary to purchase the sponsor's book in order to apply for this award. All applications must be submitted via snail mail. Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
The National WWII Museum's Annual Essay Scholarship 2012-2013
Award Amount
$1,00 Deadline Date
March 26 Awards Available
3
Scholarship Description
This spring The National WWII Museum will present a special exhibit, Fighting the Fires of Hate: America and the Nazi Book Burnings. This exhibit focuses on how the book burnings became a potent symbol during World War II in America’s battle against Nazism, and concludes by examining their continued impact on our public discourse.
The National WWII Museum invites you to tell us, in your own words,
Is censorship ever justified?
Here are some questions to consider:
Can ideas threaten a nation?
Should society be able to dictate what is available to the public?
Can books be weapons?
Use WWII, the Nazi Book Burnings and the American response as a starting point and base your answer in part on examples you find in this history. But don’t stop in the past. History teaches us lessons. Should offensive material be burned or banned? This is NOT a research paper about WWII. Your essay will be judged for originality, clarity of expression, adherence to contest theme, historical accuracy, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. The best essays will include specific examples from both WWII and today. You may use examples from your own experiences, if you wish. Museum education staff will judge entries.
Rules and Guidelines:
- Contest is open to all high school students in the United States, United States Territories, and military bases.
- Your essay must be 1,000 words or less. Only one essay per student may be submitted.
- All essays should be double spaced, have 1 inch margins, include page numbers, include an essay title, typed in 12 point font, and be in Microsoft Word or a compatible format.
- Submissions must be emailed to The National WWII Museum by March 26.
- Museum will accept the first 500 valid entries only. The website will indicate when 500 essays have been submitted.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information and to apply.
Website
http://www.nationalww2museum.org/education/for-students/essay-contest/studentessays.html
$1,00 Deadline Date
March 26 Awards Available
3
Scholarship Description
This spring The National WWII Museum will present a special exhibit, Fighting the Fires of Hate: America and the Nazi Book Burnings. This exhibit focuses on how the book burnings became a potent symbol during World War II in America’s battle against Nazism, and concludes by examining their continued impact on our public discourse.
The National WWII Museum invites you to tell us, in your own words,
Is censorship ever justified?
Here are some questions to consider:
Can ideas threaten a nation?
Should society be able to dictate what is available to the public?
Can books be weapons?
Use WWII, the Nazi Book Burnings and the American response as a starting point and base your answer in part on examples you find in this history. But don’t stop in the past. History teaches us lessons. Should offensive material be burned or banned? This is NOT a research paper about WWII. Your essay will be judged for originality, clarity of expression, adherence to contest theme, historical accuracy, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. The best essays will include specific examples from both WWII and today. You may use examples from your own experiences, if you wish. Museum education staff will judge entries.
Rules and Guidelines:
- Contest is open to all high school students in the United States, United States Territories, and military bases.
- Your essay must be 1,000 words or less. Only one essay per student may be submitted.
- All essays should be double spaced, have 1 inch margins, include page numbers, include an essay title, typed in 12 point font, and be in Microsoft Word or a compatible format.
- Submissions must be emailed to The National WWII Museum by March 26.
- Museum will accept the first 500 valid entries only. The website will indicate when 500 essays have been submitted.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information and to apply.
Website
http://www.nationalww2museum.org/education/for-students/essay-contest/studentessays.html
Frame My Future Scholarship 2012-2013
Award Amount
$1,000 Deadline Date
Mar 06 Awards Available
5
Scholarship Description
"Frame My Future" Scholarship Contest
Enter from October 18, 2011 to March 6, 2012
What is your vision for yourself after college? Church Hill Classics and diplomaframe.com want to help you frame your future and attain your dreams. So, show us what your future looks like!
We will be awarding $1,000 scholarships to five "success-driven" students to help them reach their vision.
Here is how you enter to win:
Use an 8.5" x 11" piece of paper to create and share with us what you want to achieve in your personal and professional life after college. You can use this space to create a photograph, essay, collage, drawing, painting, or any "creation". Use the space in any way you desire to communicate: This is how I "Frame My Future".
Enter from October 18, 2011 to March 6, 2012. Each week we will post submissions on our Church Hill Classics page on Facebook, where the public can view entries and contestants can check out the competition.
The top 24 finalists will be announced by Church Hill Classics on April 15, 2009. Then, the "top 5" scholarship winners will be chosen by popular voteWebsite Address
http://www.diplomaframe.com/pages/705_frame_my_future_scholarship.cfm
$1,000 Deadline Date
Mar 06 Awards Available
5
Scholarship Description
"Frame My Future" Scholarship Contest
Enter from October 18, 2011 to March 6, 2012
What is your vision for yourself after college? Church Hill Classics and diplomaframe.com want to help you frame your future and attain your dreams. So, show us what your future looks like!
We will be awarding $1,000 scholarships to five "success-driven" students to help them reach their vision.
Here is how you enter to win:
Use an 8.5" x 11" piece of paper to create and share with us what you want to achieve in your personal and professional life after college. You can use this space to create a photograph, essay, collage, drawing, painting, or any "creation". Use the space in any way you desire to communicate: This is how I "Frame My Future".
Enter from October 18, 2011 to March 6, 2012. Each week we will post submissions on our Church Hill Classics page on Facebook, where the public can view entries and contestants can check out the competition.
The top 24 finalists will be announced by Church Hill Classics on April 15, 2009. Then, the "top 5" scholarship winners will be chosen by popular voteWebsite Address
http://www.diplomaframe.com/pages/705_frame_my_future_scholarship.cfm
Traditional Family Coalition Essay Contest 2012-2013
Award Amount
$3,000 Deadline Date
Dec 31 Awards Available
7
Scholarship Description
Students are invited to suggest ways to reduce social problems such as teen pregnancy, drug and alcohol abuse, the AIDS epidemic, rising school dropout rates, gang violence, the spread of sexually transmitted diseases, abortion, political corruption, homosexuality, media decadence, or other social problems not listed here.
TFC Scholarship awards:
The TFC Student Essay Contest offers scholarships for high school students who have a passion to make this a better world by reducing social problems in the USA. Pick one social issue and research the cause and extent of the problem. Suggest ways to help solve this problem using methods that involve moral values and conscience. Scholarship awards are given to the winning students and their schools in the following amount.
Student award School award
1st prize: $3000 $500
2nd prize: $2000 $300
3rd prize: $1000 $200
4th prize: $500
5th prize: $300 (4 awards)
Who can participate?
Any 9th to 12th grade high school student (public, private, parochial or home-school) in the United States can participate.
What should I write about?
1. Pick one social issue and research the cause and extent of the problem. Explain, using necessary graphs, statistics and references.
2. State how the government is trying to solve this problem and your commentary of their methods.
3. Suggest a way to help solve this problem using methods that involve moral values and conscience. (e.g. In the AIDS epidemic, instead of using government methods such as passing out condoms and clean needles, can you educate people about morals and abstinence?)
How should I format the essay?
The essay should be 5-7 pages, double-spaced, typed and stapled. Use a cover sheet stating the essay title with name, age, grade level, school name, home address, phone number and email address.
Where should I send it?
Send essay to:
Traditional Family Coalition Essay Contest
848 Stewart Dr., #200
Sunnyvale, CA 94085
In addition, send a file of the essay via email to: tfccal@yahoo.com
Award ceremony:
An award ceremony will be held in San Francisco Bay Area (time and place to be announced). Winners and their family and friends are invited to the award ceremony. We will pay for the plane ticket and lodging for the top winner. Other out-of-town winners will need to make their own arrangements for travel and lodging to attend the ceremony. Their presence at the ceremony, however, is not mandatory.
Website Address
http://www.tfcus.org
$3,000 Deadline Date
Dec 31 Awards Available
7
Scholarship Description
Students are invited to suggest ways to reduce social problems such as teen pregnancy, drug and alcohol abuse, the AIDS epidemic, rising school dropout rates, gang violence, the spread of sexually transmitted diseases, abortion, political corruption, homosexuality, media decadence, or other social problems not listed here.
TFC Scholarship awards:
The TFC Student Essay Contest offers scholarships for high school students who have a passion to make this a better world by reducing social problems in the USA. Pick one social issue and research the cause and extent of the problem. Suggest ways to help solve this problem using methods that involve moral values and conscience. Scholarship awards are given to the winning students and their schools in the following amount.
Student award School award
1st prize: $3000 $500
2nd prize: $2000 $300
3rd prize: $1000 $200
4th prize: $500
5th prize: $300 (4 awards)
Who can participate?
Any 9th to 12th grade high school student (public, private, parochial or home-school) in the United States can participate.
What should I write about?
1. Pick one social issue and research the cause and extent of the problem. Explain, using necessary graphs, statistics and references.
2. State how the government is trying to solve this problem and your commentary of their methods.
3. Suggest a way to help solve this problem using methods that involve moral values and conscience. (e.g. In the AIDS epidemic, instead of using government methods such as passing out condoms and clean needles, can you educate people about morals and abstinence?)
How should I format the essay?
The essay should be 5-7 pages, double-spaced, typed and stapled. Use a cover sheet stating the essay title with name, age, grade level, school name, home address, phone number and email address.
Where should I send it?
Send essay to:
Traditional Family Coalition Essay Contest
848 Stewart Dr., #200
Sunnyvale, CA 94085
In addition, send a file of the essay via email to: tfccal@yahoo.com
Award ceremony:
An award ceremony will be held in San Francisco Bay Area (time and place to be announced). Winners and their family and friends are invited to the award ceremony. We will pay for the plane ticket and lodging for the top winner. Other out-of-town winners will need to make their own arrangements for travel and lodging to attend the ceremony. Their presence at the ceremony, however, is not mandatory.
Website Address
http://www.tfcus.org
College Prowler "No Essay" Scholarship 2012-2013
Award Amount
$2,000 Deadline Date
June 15 Awards Available
Varies
Scholarship Description
We know you re busy and we know that times are tough. That s why we decided to create the easiest possible scholarship to give something back to students. Students can use the money to help cover tuition, housing, meal plans, books, computers, or any education- related expenses. The scholarship is open to all high school and college students and those planning to enroll in the next 12 months.
Website Address
http://collegeprowler.com/scholarship/apply.aspx
$2,000 Deadline Date
June 15 Awards Available
Varies
Scholarship Description
We know you re busy and we know that times are tough. That s why we decided to create the easiest possible scholarship to give something back to students. Students can use the money to help cover tuition, housing, meal plans, books, computers, or any education- related expenses. The scholarship is open to all high school and college students and those planning to enroll in the next 12 months.
Website Address
http://collegeprowler.com/scholarship/apply.aspx
NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund 2012-2013
Award Amount
$4000 Deadline Date
Dec 01 Awards Available
1
Scholarship Description
The NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund sponsors scholarly writing contests for grades K-12, as well as two separate writing contests for law students. These contests, and the respective due dates for entries, are described below. All writing contest entries should be submitted to the address listed above.
Essays will be judged in two categories: Senior (grades 10-12) and Junior (grades nine and below), with separate prizes awarded to the winners in each category. First prizes are $1,000 in U.S. Savings Bonds; second prizes, $600 in Savings Bonds; third prizes $200 in Savings Bonds; and honorable mention, $100 in Savings Bonds.
The entry deadline for this contest is December 1st. Essay contest winners will be selected by the NRACRDF and notified not later than January 31st of next year. Winners will have their names published in InSights, and one of the Official Journals.
Eligibility: The contest is open to all students enrolled in an elementary, junior high or high school who have not previously received a prize.
Format and Contents: All essays should be about 1,000 words, neat, and legible (double spaced, typed preferred). Essays will be judged on originality, scholarship and presentation. Include your name, age, address, telephone number, school and grade on the essay and also submit a statement from a teacher or parent saying that the paper is your original work.
Website Address
http://www.nradefensefund.org/writingcontest.aspx
$4000 Deadline Date
Dec 01 Awards Available
1
Scholarship Description
The NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund sponsors scholarly writing contests for grades K-12, as well as two separate writing contests for law students. These contests, and the respective due dates for entries, are described below. All writing contest entries should be submitted to the address listed above.
Essays will be judged in two categories: Senior (grades 10-12) and Junior (grades nine and below), with separate prizes awarded to the winners in each category. First prizes are $1,000 in U.S. Savings Bonds; second prizes, $600 in Savings Bonds; third prizes $200 in Savings Bonds; and honorable mention, $100 in Savings Bonds.
The entry deadline for this contest is December 1st. Essay contest winners will be selected by the NRACRDF and notified not later than January 31st of next year. Winners will have their names published in InSights, and one of the Official Journals.
Eligibility: The contest is open to all students enrolled in an elementary, junior high or high school who have not previously received a prize.
Format and Contents: All essays should be about 1,000 words, neat, and legible (double spaced, typed preferred). Essays will be judged on originality, scholarship and presentation. Include your name, age, address, telephone number, school and grade on the essay and also submit a statement from a teacher or parent saying that the paper is your original work.
Website Address
http://www.nradefensefund.org/writingcontest.aspx
Making it Count "Winning Characteristics" Scholarship 2012-2013
Award Amount
Varies Deadline Date
June 15 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Making It Count "Winning Characteristics" Scholarship is available to high school seniors who are enrolled in either a public, private, charter, Magnet or parochial school and plan to enroll in some type of formal education or training program following high school. You must also have a minimum "B" grade average and submit an essay on how you have demonstrated the "Winning Characteristics" discussed in the Making College Count program during your high school career to be eligible for this award. U.S. citizenship is also required.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
Website
Click here to visit the site
Varies Deadline Date
June 15 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Making It Count "Winning Characteristics" Scholarship is available to high school seniors who are enrolled in either a public, private, charter, Magnet or parochial school and plan to enroll in some type of formal education or training program following high school. You must also have a minimum "B" grade average and submit an essay on how you have demonstrated the "Winning Characteristics" discussed in the Making College Count program during your high school career to be eligible for this award. U.S. citizenship is also required.
Additional Information
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
Website
Click here to visit the site
JFI - Independence Day Essay Competition 2012-2013
Award Amount
$5,000 Deadline Date
Aug 31 Awards Available
1
Description
Eligible contestants must be middle or high school (7th–12th) students in a public, private, alternative, parochial, or home-study program in the United States. Previous scholarship recipients are not eligible. The Institute is offering a $5,000 scholarship for a university, community college, vocational, or technical school of the recipient’s choice. The recipient’s school and/or teacher may also be eligible for cash prizes. Previous JFI scholarship recipients are not eligible.
For the complete official Guidelines visit the Scholarship page at http://www.JFIweb.org
HOW TO ENTER
Write a 1,500 word essay and focus clearly on the theme, “Independence Day - My Personal Day of Gratitude" All entries must be postmarked or submitted electronically by Friday, August 29, 2008.
The Joe Foss Institute is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the restoration of integrity, public service, patriotism, and an appreciation of America’s freedoms. For more information on the Institute or the available scholarships, call (480) 348-0316.
Website Address
scholarship@jfiweb.org
$5,000 Deadline Date
Aug 31 Awards Available
1
Description
Eligible contestants must be middle or high school (7th–12th) students in a public, private, alternative, parochial, or home-study program in the United States. Previous scholarship recipients are not eligible. The Institute is offering a $5,000 scholarship for a university, community college, vocational, or technical school of the recipient’s choice. The recipient’s school and/or teacher may also be eligible for cash prizes. Previous JFI scholarship recipients are not eligible.
For the complete official Guidelines visit the Scholarship page at http://www.JFIweb.org
HOW TO ENTER
Write a 1,500 word essay and focus clearly on the theme, “Independence Day - My Personal Day of Gratitude" All entries must be postmarked or submitted electronically by Friday, August 29, 2008.
The Joe Foss Institute is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the restoration of integrity, public service, patriotism, and an appreciation of America’s freedoms. For more information on the Institute or the available scholarships, call (480) 348-0316.
Website Address
scholarship@jfiweb.org
CBAI Annual Scholarship Program 2012-2013
Award Amount
$4000 Deadline Date
Feb 13 Awards Available
13
Scholarship Description
The CBAI Foundation for Community Banking offers 13 scholarships to top high school seniors statewide each year. The scholarship awards available this year by the Foundation total $16,500. These scholarship awards help deserving students highlight the importance of community banking to the local economy. You could win up to $4,000 for higher education, and your school is eligible to win $500!
Students are asked to write short essays. Topic is available on website. Length of the essay must not exceed two pages of typewritten copy, double-spaced in 12-pt, on one side of each page. Each essay must also have a title.
Essays must be sponsored by a participating CBAI member bank. For information about a local member bank, email bobbiw@cbai.com
$4000 Deadline Date
Feb 13 Awards Available
13
Scholarship Description
The CBAI Foundation for Community Banking offers 13 scholarships to top high school seniors statewide each year. The scholarship awards available this year by the Foundation total $16,500. These scholarship awards help deserving students highlight the importance of community banking to the local economy. You could win up to $4,000 for higher education, and your school is eligible to win $500!
Students are asked to write short essays. Topic is available on website. Length of the essay must not exceed two pages of typewritten copy, double-spaced in 12-pt, on one side of each page. Each essay must also have a title.
Essays must be sponsored by a participating CBAI member bank. For information about a local member bank, email bobbiw@cbai.com
Sterling Honorary Award 2012-2013
Award Amount
$100 Deadline Date
Nov 26 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Sterling Honorary Award is open to high school and undergraduate students. An essay of 300- to 400-words of why you are deserving of this scholarship is required. Entries will be judged on creativity, originality and relevance to the topic.
Additional Information
Deadline is November 26, 2006 at 5 PM Central Standard Time. When submitting entries via email, please place "The Sterling Honorary Award" in the subject line. Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
Website
Click here to visit the site
$100 Deadline Date
Nov 26 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Sterling Honorary Award is open to high school and undergraduate students. An essay of 300- to 400-words of why you are deserving of this scholarship is required. Entries will be judged on creativity, originality and relevance to the topic.
Additional Information
Deadline is November 26, 2006 at 5 PM Central Standard Time. When submitting entries via email, please place "The Sterling Honorary Award" in the subject line. Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information.
Website
Click here to visit the site
The National WWII Museum On-Line Student Essay Contest 2012-2013
Award Amount
$500 Deadline Date
Mar 30 Awards Available
3
Description
"I keep my ideals, because in spite of everything I still believe that people are really good at heart."
—Anne Frank
The National WWII Museum asks...Is Anne Frank Right?
The National WWII Museum invites you to tell us, in your own words, if you agree with Anne Frank’s belief that "people are really good at heart". Read her diary to get a fuller understanding of her views, which were often contradictory, but always heartfelt. Use WWII and the Holocaust as a starting point and base you answer in part on examples you find in this history. This is NOT a research paper about Anne Frank or WWII. Your essay will be judged for originality, clarity of expression, adherence to contest theme, historical accuracy, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. The best essays will include specific examples from WWII and specific examples from today. You may use examples from your own experiences, as Anne so often did. Museum education staff will judge entries.
Rules:
• Contest is open to all high school students in the United States and United States Territories.
• Your essay must be 1,000 words or less. Only one essay per student may be submitted.
• Submissions must be submitted to The National WWII Museum by March 30th, 5:00pm CST.
• Winners will be notified and announced on May 2nd.
• Museum will accept the first 500 valid entries only. The website will indicate when 500 essays have been submitted. Further submissions will not be accepted.
• All entries become property of The National WWII Museum and may be reproduced, in whole or part, by the Museum in printed or electronic form. Proper attribution will be made.
$500 Deadline Date
Mar 30 Awards Available
3
Description
"I keep my ideals, because in spite of everything I still believe that people are really good at heart."
—Anne Frank
The National WWII Museum asks...Is Anne Frank Right?
The National WWII Museum invites you to tell us, in your own words, if you agree with Anne Frank’s belief that "people are really good at heart". Read her diary to get a fuller understanding of her views, which were often contradictory, but always heartfelt. Use WWII and the Holocaust as a starting point and base you answer in part on examples you find in this history. This is NOT a research paper about Anne Frank or WWII. Your essay will be judged for originality, clarity of expression, adherence to contest theme, historical accuracy, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. The best essays will include specific examples from WWII and specific examples from today. You may use examples from your own experiences, as Anne so often did. Museum education staff will judge entries.
Rules:
• Contest is open to all high school students in the United States and United States Territories.
• Your essay must be 1,000 words or less. Only one essay per student may be submitted.
• Submissions must be submitted to The National WWII Museum by March 30th, 5:00pm CST.
• Winners will be notified and announced on May 2nd.
• Museum will accept the first 500 valid entries only. The website will indicate when 500 essays have been submitted. Further submissions will not be accepted.
• All entries become property of The National WWII Museum and may be reproduced, in whole or part, by the Museum in printed or electronic form. Proper attribution will be made.
American Planning Association High School Essay Contest 2012-2013
Award Amount
$5000 Deadline Date
Jan 15 Awards Available
11
Scholarship Description
"Expanding Housing Choice and Affordability through Planning"
Eligibility:
This contest is open to students who are high school juniors or seniors during the current academic year. Entrants must either be enrolled in a public or private high school, in a high school equivalency program, or in a program of home schooling recognized by the local school system.
Award:
The first place winner will receive a $5,000 scholarship to the college or university of his or her choice and recognition on APA’s website. The student must send proof of enrollment to the APA in the form of a tuition statement, at which time the check will be sent directly to the institution.
The winning student will also be invited to attend one of APA’s National Planning Conferences during the five year period after he or she first matriculates at a college or university. APA will provide the student with a free registration and will reimburse travel expenses up to $1,000. For more information about the National Planning Conference, please visit:
http://www.planning.org
Awards for honorable mention will be given to ten contestants. Each honorable mention winner will receive a $100 gift certificate to the Planners Book Service.
All winners will be notified by email and regular mail no later than March 1st.
Guidelines:
Essays should be between 1,200 and 1,500 words in length. They must be type-written, double-spaced, in English, and the pages must be numbered. Word length does not include cover page, bibliography, or footnotes. Every essay must include a Works Cited, Reference Page, or Bibliography. It is to your advantage to have someone review your essay before your submit it to make sure it is complete, free from typographical and grammatical errors, and addresses the topic.
Submission Requirements:
Students are required to submit a cover page that includes his or her contact information and information about his or her high school. The student is also responsible for getting a teacher or advisor to sign a statement verifying that the student attends the school indicated and, to the best of the adult’s knowledge, has written the essay being submitted (home-schooled students may ask a youth group leader, parent, or other adult to be a sponsor). APA will verify the endorsements of all semi-finalists prior to making the final award determination.
APA encourages students to submit their application online by using an Internet connection at a home, school, or library. Please email your submissions to essay@planning.org with the words "High School Essay Contest" in the subject line. Students must submit their cover page and essay as one attachment. Please title the document with your first and last name.
Website Address
http://www.planning.org/institutions/hsessay.htm
$5000 Deadline Date
Jan 15 Awards Available
11
Scholarship Description
"Expanding Housing Choice and Affordability through Planning"
Eligibility:
This contest is open to students who are high school juniors or seniors during the current academic year. Entrants must either be enrolled in a public or private high school, in a high school equivalency program, or in a program of home schooling recognized by the local school system.
Award:
The first place winner will receive a $5,000 scholarship to the college or university of his or her choice and recognition on APA’s website. The student must send proof of enrollment to the APA in the form of a tuition statement, at which time the check will be sent directly to the institution.
The winning student will also be invited to attend one of APA’s National Planning Conferences during the five year period after he or she first matriculates at a college or university. APA will provide the student with a free registration and will reimburse travel expenses up to $1,000. For more information about the National Planning Conference, please visit:
http://www.planning.org
Awards for honorable mention will be given to ten contestants. Each honorable mention winner will receive a $100 gift certificate to the Planners Book Service.
All winners will be notified by email and regular mail no later than March 1st.
Guidelines:
Essays should be between 1,200 and 1,500 words in length. They must be type-written, double-spaced, in English, and the pages must be numbered. Word length does not include cover page, bibliography, or footnotes. Every essay must include a Works Cited, Reference Page, or Bibliography. It is to your advantage to have someone review your essay before your submit it to make sure it is complete, free from typographical and grammatical errors, and addresses the topic.
Submission Requirements:
Students are required to submit a cover page that includes his or her contact information and information about his or her high school. The student is also responsible for getting a teacher or advisor to sign a statement verifying that the student attends the school indicated and, to the best of the adult’s knowledge, has written the essay being submitted (home-schooled students may ask a youth group leader, parent, or other adult to be a sponsor). APA will verify the endorsements of all semi-finalists prior to making the final award determination.
APA encourages students to submit their application online by using an Internet connection at a home, school, or library. Please email your submissions to essay@planning.org with the words "High School Essay Contest" in the subject line. Students must submit their cover page and essay as one attachment. Please title the document with your first and last name.
Website Address
http://www.planning.org/institutions/hsessay.htm
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