"I wish I could express to you the enormity of gratitude I feel to all the leaders there who work so hard to make Trinity the succes it is and therefore convey blessing after blessing to our family. We praise God for you and others who just seem to keep on giving."
Micki Johnson
TCA Grandparent of Katelyn and Kirkland
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Must have a 3.0 GPA OR a 21 on the ACT to qualify for $4000 to the school of their choice in Tennessee. Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed. Students must maintain a 2.75 at the end of each semester for the first two years and a 3.0 GPA thereafter in college. The FAFSA must be re-filed to continue to qualify.
Many different deadlines and award amounts
http://www.hsf.net/scholarship/seniors.php
offers scholarship money to High School seniors ,Chick and Sophie Major Memorial Duck Calling Contest
Stuttgart Chamber of Commerce in Stuttgart, Ark., and should be sponsored by a Ducks Unlimited chapter or a wildlife association
chapter whose contests are year round. State and regional competition dates vary year round, see:
http://stuttgartarkansas.org/srcontests.htm Finals are every year Thanksgiving Week, first runner-up will receive a $500 scholarship;
the second runner-up will receive a $300 scholarship; and the third runner-up will receive $200 scholarship
http://stuttgartarkansas.com/contest/future.shtml
Awarded to students under age 21 who will be attending college for the first time this fall.
You must be tall: Women over 5’10”, Men over 6’2”.Read this web page completely. There are strict rules. $1000
Deadlines vary by club, but inquiries should start now.
http://www.tall.org/scholarships.cfm?CFID=742513&CFTOKEN=5530834
ages 13+$5,000 deadline unknown
http://www.designourpepsican.com/?sssdmh=dm24.124322&or=pxtras.159&trtmnt_id=100795
" essay contest. US residents ages 15-18
Essay topic: "How Can Higher Education Make A Powerful Difference In My Life?"
100-250 words, $100,000 in prizes September 30, 2008. You have to visit a Family Dollar store to enter, and you can find a store here: http://familydollar.com/
for college students studying healthcare. 150 for $1,000 20 for $5,000
September 30. http://www.tylenol.com/page.jhtml?id=tylenol/news/subptyschol.inc
$5,000 scholarship for first-year expenses at an accredited college or trade school!
Ages 15+ who are currently high school seniors planning to attend an accredited
2-year or 4-year college. Oct 1 https://educationloans.wachovia.com/web/gimmefive/
- Our new program offers four scholarships per year exclusively to students who will become teachers. Essay required. $500. Mid-October http://www.straightforwardmedia.com/education/
This award is for US students
This is an undergraduate and/or graduate award. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S. Must be 13 years of age or older at time of application. Must be currently enrolled (or plan to enroll no later than the fall of 2012) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education. $1000 to each of 5 winners October 15
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Scholarships Essay required, $500
October 15, 2008http://www.straightforwardmedia.com/nursing/
See www.wendysheisman.com. Due no later than October 1.
-3 million available $4,000-$20,000 Submit application after Labor Day but before October 31 of your senior year https://www.cocacolascholars.org/cokeWeb/pdf/FY_Program%20Guidelines.pdf and
https://www.coca-colascholars.org/cokeWeb/jsp/scholars/Index.jsp
Persons 13 years of age and older, who have served or whose parents have served in the US Armed Forces, are invited to submit an essay conveying the pride they have in their parent’s or their own Military service as well as share their educational aspirations. Six winners will be awarded cash prizes to further their education. There are two age brackets: 1) ages 13-17 and 2) ages 18 and older. The two Grand Prize winners (one in each bracket) will receive $5,000 cash, first place winners (one in each bracket) will receive a $2,500 cash prize, and the third place winners will receive a cash prize of $1,000. $1,000-$5,000 November 12, 2008
http://www.goldencorral.com/military/essay.asp?sssdmh=dm24.112802
Recipients chosen based on: number of community service hours, leadership awards and honors, essay on volunteer service, 2.0 GPA. Award: 4/$10,000
Critical financial need ($50,000or lower adjusted gross income per family) involvement in community service and co-curricular activities, minimum GPA 2.0. Deadline: October 30. Award: $1000 to $20,000. Application at www.horatioalger.org/scholarships.
Must be in grades 5-12. Must be able to describe a service activity perfomed at least in part after September 1, 2006. Application www.prudential.com/spirit. Deadline: October 30
audio essay contest for high school students in grades 9-12
$1,000- $30,000 November 1, 2008 http://www.vfw.org/index.cfm?fa=cmty.leveld&did=150
-Essay required. Deadline: November 20.
Award: Local 1st place winner, $250. National winner, $5000. See Mrs. Lay for details.
Three different scholarships available. Essays are required for two. One scholarship is an art contest .Deadline: November 30. Award: 1st place, $1000
Minimum 2.5 GPA, Scholarships awarded based on the student’s answer to a short answer question about how cancer has affected their life. Deadline: November 29. Award: $500. See Mrs. Lay for details.
Available for one outstanding senior.Award: $1000. Deadline: Dec. 1.
Nominate an athlete age 13-17. Nominees must be a registered AAU athleteMonthly qualifiers $1,000 to finalist. Nominations must be in by December 1, 2007, http://drpepper.com/AAUSpotlightAthlete/
One student may be nominated, outstanding academic record, an effective leader, well documented record of service. Award: $10,000. Application available in the guidance office. Deadline: December 2.
Must work an average o f 15 hours per week for 40 weeks per year. Participates in community service and /or c0-curricular activities, demonstrate financial need. Deadline: December 15. Award: $1000. See Mrs. Lay for more details.
Go to www.legion.org.
Available Nov. 1 through January 12. Go to www.walmartfoundation.org. Must have access code; available at a later date. Award: $1000.
Must attend Union University. Preference is given to an active member of a Southern Baptist church. Applications due February 1 and available from Union in December. Awards: Vary.
-Looking for leadership, community service, awards, strong academics etc. Awards ranging from $60,000 to $1000. Deadline January 12, 2008. See Mrs. Lay soon for application.
$2000 to up to 12 high school seniors
February 15, 2008 http://axaonline.com/rs/axa/about-us/04-08-03_AXA_Achievement_Community_Scholarships.html
-Must have a 3.0, be involved in school activities, Community involvement, Must provide 3letters of recommendation. Deadline: February 1. Award: Local, $250. State, $1000.
Coca cola employees’ children only$20,000 The deadline to apply is February 15 each year . https://www.cocacolascholars.org/cokeWeb/servlet/UserValidateController?programId=3&actionPage=programs
Must be used at a public college
Financial need is considered$20,000 to each of 50 scholars, renewable for up to 3 more years
January 1 - February 15, 2009 http://www.kfcscholars.org/
Must plan to attend a college or university in Madison county and must demonstrate financial need. Resume will be reviewed and possible interview. Award: $2000. Applications available in guidance. Deadline: Feb. 28.
Must be a member of the Woodmen of the World Life Insurance Society. Must have a 2.5 GPA. Submit resume and a letter telling why you should receive this scholarship; include plans for the future. Submit February 1 thru April 30. Award: up to $1000.
High school seniors or college students February 8, 2009 http://www.usta.com/communitytennis/fullstory.sps?iNewsid=66422
Must be a student athlete in a sanctioned TSSAA sport. Award: Not to exceed $1000. Applications available in the guidance office, at the Bank of Jackson, and on line at www.madcosportshof.com. Deadline: February 10.
Student must be planning to major in Agriculture and pursue a career in this field. Award: Three scholarships available for $500 each. Deadline: February 15.
-Must have an unweighted 3.5 GPA or better and a 29 ACT or better. Leadership positions held while in high school are considered. Deadline: February 10. Award: Up to $6000. Applications available in the guidance office or on line at www.collegepaystn.com.
-Must have a 3.5 GPA OR a 3.0 and a 24 on the ACT. Awards vary according to funding. Applications available in the guidance office or at www.collegepaystn.com. Deadline: February 10.
The application period for this program begins on November 8 and deadline to apply is February 15. Award:$20,000 https://www.cocacolascholars.org/cokeWeb/servlet/UserValidateController?programId=3&actionPage=programs
Must be an epilepsy patient or a family member/caregiver of an epilepsy patient. Demonstrate academic achievement, possesses a strong record of participation in activities outside school and serves as a strong role model. Applications available online at www.Keppra.com or call1-888-275-7928
Available to students who played on a Dixie Youth team at any time while age 12 and under, a Boys team 13 to 14, and a majors team ages 15 thru 18. Award: $1500 to $2000. Applications available in guidance office close to deadline. Deadline: February 20.
Must be a student athlete in a sanctioned TSSAA sport or participated in related activity such as trainer, manager, etc. Award: $1000. Deadline: February 20. Some exclusions apply. See Mrs. Lay for details.
The Calgon Take Me Away to College Scholarship competition is open to females, 18-years of age or older who are legal residents of the U.S. You must be starting college full time in the fall or already be enrolled at an accredited four-year school in the U.S. You must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and complete the official entry form found on the sponsor's web site to be eligible for this award. Please see the Web site provided for complete rules, regulations and an entry form. Only online submissions will be accepted. 9 awards of $500- $5,000Application Deadline February 28 http://www.takemeaway.com/scholarship/index.html.
-Must have had cancer before the age of 21, GPA at least a 2.5. Applications packets are mailed to students upon request. Contact ACS at 1-800-ACS-2345 or www.cancer.org for packet. Awards will be based on a combination of financial need, academic achievement, leadership and community service. Deadline: February 28.
-Must plan to attend a college or university in Madison county and must demonstrate financial need. Resume will be reviewed and possible interview. Award: $2000. Applications available in guidance office. Deadline: Feb. 28.
– several scholarships to choose from If you are serious about pursuing aviation as a career, EAA can help! EAA has several scholarships available to qualified individuals to help further your education. Several scholarships available to qualified individuals to help further education. EAA’s Scholarship Program encourages, recognizes and supports excellence among those studying the technologies and the skills of aviation. These annual scholarships help outstanding students, who demonstrate financial need, to accomplish their goals. February 29, 2008 $500-1000. http://www.youngeagles.com/programs/scholarships/
-Must be the child of a business owner who employs fewer than 20 people, owns at least 10% of the stock or capital in the business, and is active in the day-to-day operations of the business. Award: $500. Deadline: March 1st. Applications available in the guidance office.
High school seniors and college students preparing for a career in graphic communications Restricted to colleges, universities and Tech Schools w/ established 2 & 4 yr programs leading to an associate or bachelor's recognized by the graphic communications industries. $1,000-5,000 yearly Renewable deadlines: High School Seniors March 1, 2008 www.pgsf.org
-Awarded on the basis of academic achievements and financial need. Four male and 4 female will be awarded. Award: $1500. Deadline: March 4. Applications in guidance office.
One senior may submit an application. For students who demonstrate dedication in the classroom, school and community. Deadline: March 15. Award: $1000.
-Students are recognized for community service. Go to kohls.com for more details. Deadline: March 15. Award: Up to $5000.
One senior may be nominated. Students should rank in the top 10% of their class and demonstrate financial need. Deadline: March 31. Award: $1500
-Attention will be given to the applicant's strengths and leadership qualities as evidenced on his/her school report, participation in extracurricular activities, academic qualifications, and financial need. Award: $1000. Applications available in guidance office closer to deadline. Deadline: March 20. This is a local scholarship.
-Must have an ACT of 25 or better, intend to major in science or engineering, and provide proof of financial need. Deadline: March 30. Award: Up to $6000. Applications available in the guidance office.
Open to high school seniors nationwide who plan to further their education
at a college/university or certified trade school. Scholarship is not based on financial need. Relatives of AFSA staff or board may not enter. 10 awards $2000 Deadline: April 13, 2009 http://www.afsascholarship.org/
US Residents ages 17-24 who have experienced the death of a parent or legal guardian, and are currently enrolled in, or have been accepted to, a college, university or trade school in the US $1000- $5000April 18, 2009http://www.life-line.org/scholarship
(Patient Advocate Foundation)
Cheryl Grimmel Award; Monica Bailes Award; Scholarship for Survivors (8)
The purpose of the scholarships are to provide support to individuals seeking to initiate or complete a
course of study that has been interrupted or delayed by a diagnosis of cancer or other critical or life threatening disease. Must be under age 25 Must pursue course of study to be immediately employable after graduation.
Medical Criteria: Must be a survivor of a life threatening, chronic or debilitating disease.
Must obtain written documentation from physician. last year's tax return to demonstrate financial need
$3,000 annually can reapply each year April 14, 2009> http://www.patientadvocate.org/index.php?p=69
Tell/show your awkward moment to enter
$5000 no deadline posted http://www.nbc.com/Moments/sweepstakes/
Our new program offers four scholarships per year exclusively to students who will become teachers.
Essay required $500, April 14. http://www.straightforwardmedia.com/education/
-The AYA sponsors an annual Art contest for youth to showcase their artistic talents. There are two age divisions (13 and Under & 14-18) for the contest and entrants can compete for US Savings Bonds and other prizes. All entrants receive an award for participating. As another benefit of membership, the Appaloosa Youth Foundation awards thousands of scholarship dollars each year to members pursuing higher education. May 1, 2009. http://www.appaloosayouth.com/contests/art.html
Teacher Scholarship program. Our new program offers four scholarships per year exclusively to students who will become teachers. Essay required $500 April 14 http://www.straightforwardmedia.com/education/
Jan 15-May1 deadlines for each scholarship
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127 different scholarships funded through this program. Criteria: GPA and Aptitude tests, activities, financial need. Award: from $6000 to $1000. Applications available in guidance office.
Nominees are asked to reflect upon and describe in a brief essay a specific incident in their own communities that has encouraged them to live as global citizens. Award: 10 day expense paid tour of Europe. Applications on eftours.com/globalcitizen.
-Register at www.bankofamerica.com/studentsweeps for your chance to win $1000.
Win $1000. Register online at www.eCampusTours.com.
-All high school seniors who are former patients of FMY Orthodontics are encouraged to apply. Should submit an original, typewritten, 1000 word essay on the topic “Where I Am going And How I Plan to Get There.” For details, see Mrs. Lay. Deadline: April 1.
Open to anyone currently attending or aspiring to attend a university, college, trade school, technical institute, vocational training or other post-secondary education program in 2008-2009 academic year. Essay is required. $1,000 April 14, 2009
http://www.straightforwardmedia.com/fridell/
Must be sponsored by local chapter, but you do not have to be a member
For a students currently enrolled in high school or college Financial need is considered. GPA of 3.0 or higher February 15, 2008
Some have deadlines of April 15, 2008 http://www.dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm
-A national essay contest for high school students to encourage and promote the study of the Holocaust. Students compete for all-expense paid trips to Washington , D.C. and scholarships up to $5000. Open to grades 9-12. To submit your essays, go to www.holocaust.hklaw.com. Deadline: April 15
The Sallie Mae Fund First in My Family Scholarship Program is dedicated to assisting students who are the first person in their family to attend college. What is first in my family? Applicants are first in their family if they are the first of their siblings, parents and grandparents to pursue a bachelor's degree or the first to pursue an associate's degree. $500-5,000 April 15, 2009.
-Must be a TCA graduating senior and have participated in a sport. Managers included. Must have a 3.0 GPA and proof of acceptance to a college or university. Applications available in the guidance office or on the TCA website, www.tcalions.com. Award: $1000. Deadline: March 25.
Students must portray leadership in their school and community. Applications available in the guidance office or online at www.leaderscu.com. Award: $1000. Deadline: April 16.
The NASE Future Entrepreneur Scholarship Award is the nation's only major scholarship program supporting the philosophy of entrepreneurship rather than a specific profession. The scholarship prize of $24,000 is given to a young man or woman who demonstrates leadership and academic excellence, ingenuity and entrepreneurial spirit. The deadline for this application is April 25, 2009
-ages 19 and younger in high school. $300-10,000 April 30, 2009 http://holocaust.hklaw.com/2007/index.asp
Must be nominated at www.totalwoman.org by a classroom teacher. Deadline: April 15. Award: Grand prize, $10,000.
The applicant must be an active junior and a regular or life member of the American Angus Associations.The applicant shall be a graduating high school senior$800-1200 App Deadline: May 10, 2008 for national level submissions. Check with State organization for their deadlines http://www.angusauxiliary.com/scholarships/index.html
High school seniors can win a $1,000 scholarship for first year expenses at an accredited college or private career school, plus a $250 SunTrust Gift Card. One winner will be chosen every two weeks through May 11, 2008. Winner's school of attendance will also receive $1,000. 5/11/2008 http://www.suntrusteducation.com/sweeps/default.asp
This award-winning program is open to legal dependents of NASE Members, ages 16-24.
To apply, students need to be high school students or college undergraduates planning to enroll in college for the fall semester. Application deadline is May 15, 2008http://benefits.nase.org/show_benefit.asp?Benefit=Scholarship
College Scholarships for Hispanic High School Students
Many different deadlines and award amounts. http://www.hsf.net/scholarship/seniors.php
Must have a minimum 2.0 GPA, played football and be willing to complete 50 hours of community service before November of their freshman year of college. Award: $1200. See Mrs. Lay for details.
-Available for children who are TN residents and were living with or receiving regular support from a law enforcement officer, a fireman, or an emergency medical service technician in TN at the time of the employee’s death or total disability. For more details go to www.state.tn.us/tsac.