Senior Scholarship Opportunities
January 23, 2012
This is the most recent listings of scholarships for which I have received information. I will up-date this list as often as I can. Be sure to pay special attention to deadlines; they often approach faster than you realize!
AXA Achievement Community Scholarship
DEADLINE: February 1, 2012
Every AXA Advisors' branch office nationwide distributes up to twelve $2,000 scholarships to high school seniors who live and attend high school in their area. An AXA Achiever must demonstrate: Ambition and drive, determination to set and reach goals, respect for self, family and community, ability to succeed in college. For more information and an application, go to http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/community-scholarships.html
KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program
DEADLINE: February 8, 2012
Eligibility: Minimum of a cumulative GPA of 2.75, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a public Georgia College or university, is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. The online application will be available starting December 1, 2011 to February 8, 2012. For more information and to apply online go to www.kfcscholars.org
Zeta Phi Beta Scholarship Awards- Epsilon Tau Zeta Chapter
DEADLINE: February 8, 2012
Eligibility: Applicants must be planning to attend a technical college, college or university. Complete scholarship application (includes recent photo, letter of recommendation, and a statement of financial need). Awards will be a minimum of $500.00. Pick up application from Ms. Madray or in the Career Center file.
National Co-op Scholarship Program
National Commission for Cooperative Education
DEADLINE: February 15, 2012
Eligibility: Minimum GPA of 3.5, complete all the required admissions applications material and be accepted at one of the National Commission Partner Institutions: Drexel University, Johnson & Wales University, Kettering University, Pace University, Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, or Wentworth Institute of Technology. For more information and to apply online, go to www.co-op.edu.
G. Wayne Clough Georgia Tech Promise Scholarship
Georgia Tech
DEADLINE: Complete application by March 1st
Eligibility: Legal resident of Georgia, eligible for federal student financial aid, less than $33,300 in total family income, submit a complete financial aid application each year. For more information, contact: Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid at finaid@gatech.edu or 404-894-4160 or go to www.promise.gatech.edu
North Georgia College & State University
Dahlonega, GA
Leadership Scholarship
DEADLINE: March 1, 2012
National Center for Parents with Disabilities and their Families: Through the Looking Glass
DEADLINE: March 5, 2012
Scholarships are for high school seniors or college students who have parents with disabilities. Fifteen $1000 scholarships will be given out. For more information and an application, go to
http://www.lookingglass.org/announcements/scholarships
North Georgia College & State University
Dahlonega, GA
North Georgia College & State University Military Scholarship
DEADLINE: March 10, 2012
Eligibility: Be a Georgia resident, have a 3.0 cumulative GPA, apply for and be accepted for regular admission to North Georgia, be physically and medically qualified to join the Georgia Army National Guard. For more information, go to http://www.northgeorgia.edu/cadetscholarships/l
SunTrust Off to College Scholarship
DEADLINE: October 28, 2011 thru May 11, 2012
The Al Lucas Memorial Scholarship
DEADLINE: March 31
Eligibility: Student athletes graduating from Bibb County public high schools that have athletic programs. Student must be accepted to an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university and must demonstrate a caring attitude, be of high moral character, and show characteristics of positive leadership and citizenship. Student must have a 2.5 GPA to apply. For more information and an application, go to http://www.cfcga.org/Page.aspx?pid=248
Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund
DEADLINE: March 31, 2012
Need based scholarship. 4 categories 1)need, 2) academics, 3) community service, 4) writing skills. Complete application. Pick up applications from Ms. Madray or in the Career Center File.
Hamilton Holt Kiwanis Scholarship Fund
DEADLINE: April 13, 2012
Various scholarship amounts range from $1,000-$4,000 in value. Applicant must be a High School Senior and a resident of Bibb County, GA. Applications are available at www.maconkiwanis.org
Eddye May Booth Leadership Scholarship –
Application Deadline: March 1, 2012? I do not have current info
$1000 scholarship sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority, Inc. Epsilon Omega Omega Chapter. Applicant must:
-submit official transcript
- submit written documentation from two individuals verifying leadership activity (not from relatives)
-Write a 500 word essay explaining why he or she is the best candidate for the Eddye Mae Booth Leadership Scholarship
-attend Scholarship Showcase on April 10, 2011 at 3:00pm
Best Buy @15 Scholarship Program
Apply between Dec. 27, 2011- Feb. 16, 2012
Students in grades 9-12 can apply. Students need solid grades plus community service or work experience. Students must apply online at www.at15.com or www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com .
Bethel Memorial Scholarship
DEADLINE: April 1
Eligibility: Senior male students who will be graduating high school in 2011 and will be attending the Georgia Institute of Technology. One scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded. See Ms. Madray for an application if you are interested.
Peyton Anderson Scholars
DEADLINE: April 1
Eligibility: Graduating seniors from an accredited high school in Bibb County with a minimum 2.0 GPA applying to one of the following colleges or universities: Central Georgia Technical College - Macon, Fort Valley State University - Fort Valley, Georgia College and State University - Milledgeville, Georgia Institute of Technology - Atlanta, Georgia State University - Atlanta, Macon State College - Macon, Mercer University - Macon, Middle Georgia Technical College - Warner Robins, University of Georgia - Athens, Wesleyan College - Macon. Ten scholarships between $2,500 and $7,500 per year (depending on your tuition and living expenses) will be awarded each year. For more information and an application, go to http://www.peytonandersonscholars.org/
India Benton Lessor Foundation
DEADLINE: April 1
Eligibility: Full-time undergraduate or graduate students who are/were a resident of Bibb County, Georgia at the time of graduation from high school. Scholarships range up to a maximum of $2,500 per academic year and may be renewed annually. For more information and an application, go to http://thelesserfoundation.org/scholarship.htm
Jaques Foundation
DEADLINE: May 1
Eligibility: Residents of Bibb County or surrounding area with demonstrated financial need, a minimum of 2.0 GPA, and a well-rounded student with definitive educational goals.
Call for an application: Bank of America Private Bank, Attn: Ann Meeks 478-744-6455
The Clifton/Whitehead Scholarship
DEADLINE: May 31
Eligibility: People who live, work, or graduated from an accredited high school in Bibb, Houston, Crawford, Twiggs, Jones, Peach, or Monroe Counties. A preference will be given to those students who live in Bibb County. Student must be enrolled as a full time student and maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA. Student must be completing an undergraduate degree. For more information and an application, go to http://www.cfcga.org/Page.aspx?pid=229
The Apostle David L. Pitts, Sr. Steward of Excellence Scholarship
DEADLINE: May 31
Eligibility: Students must be pursuing a degree in an art related field (i.e. Art, Fashion Design, Landscape Design, Art History, Architectural Design, etc.) Student must be a graduating senior in good academic standing and enrolled at an accredited school/college/university in the fall semester following high school graduation. For more information and an application, go to http://www.cfcga.org/Page.aspx?pid=328
Lillian T. Cartledge Scholarship
DEADLINE: May 31
Eligibility: Employees of Carlyle Place and their dependents, enrolled at and pursuing an undergraduate degree at a public College, University, or Technical School in Middle Georgia. Student must be enrolled as a full-time student, or as a part-time student and working full-time. Preference will be given to students with financial need and those who are not receiving any other type of financial aid. Candidates must demonstrate a caring attitude, be of high moral character and show a passion for their field of interest. Students must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA. For more information and to apply online, go to http://www.cfcga.org/Page.aspx?pid=249
The GIGA Inc. Scholarship
DEADLINE: May 31
Eligibility: Employees of GIGA and their dependents. Student must be enrolled at, or acceptance to, an accredited public or private college or university, pursuing an undergraduate degree. A minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA through the last two grading periods and enrollment as a full-time student, or as a part-time student and working full-time is required. Applicants must be employees of GIGA, or dependents of employees of GIGA. GIGA employees must be employed for at least three years to be eligible. For more information and to apply online, go to http://www.cfcga.org/Page.aspx?pid=243
The Shield Club Scholarship
DEADLINE: May 31
This scholarship is to benefit Bibb County police officers, sheriff deputies, firefighters and their immediate family members, including spouses and children. Student must be enrolled as an undergraduate student, attending a state college or university and must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA. Preference will be given to those students with the greatest financial need. For more information and to apply online, go to http://www.cfcga.org/Page.aspx?pid=247
R.A. Bowen Trust
DEADLINE: June 1
Eligibility: Available to full-time undergraduate students who (1) are from the Macon, Georgia area (specifically Bibb County, Crawford County, Houston County, Jones County, Monroe County, Peach County, or Twiggs County) or (2) plan to attend college in Macon, Georgia at Wesleyan College or Mercer University. For more information and an application, go to http://www.rabowentrust.org/
The Rotary Education Foundation of Macon
DEADLINE: June 1
Eligibility: Applications are accepted from all persons. Preference will be given to applicants with residence in Bibb County and the Central Georgia area or to students attending Wesleyan College or Mercer University. For more information and an application, go to http://www.cfcga.org/Document.Doc?id=730
The Xerox Technical Minority Scholarship Program
DEADLINE: September 30
Eligibility: Applicants should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and be U.S. citizens of African American, Asian Pacific Island, Native American, Native Alaskan, or Hispanic descent. They should be full-time undergraduate or graduate students in technical fields. The Xerox Technical Minority Scholarship Program offers scholarships between $1,000 to $10,000, depending on tuition balance, academic excellence and classification. This scholarship is to help students pursue technology careers. For more information and to apply online, go to http://xeroxstudentcareers.com/why-xerox/scholarship.aspx
Other Scholarship Opportunities
All of these scholarships require an essay. Scholarship awards are $1000.00 or more.
http://www.bradsdeals.com/scholarship
Write a 500 word essay explaining how your college experience is or will be enabled by remarkable frugality, ingenuity, effort or thrift. Five (5) scholarships of $2,000 each will be awarded.
Deadline: February 15, 2012
http://www.aweber.com/email-marketing-scholarship.htm
500 word essay contest on whether you feel that younger generations will eschew email for social media platforms and other technologies such as Facebook, Twitter, and texting
Deadline: 2012 scholarship information will be announced shortly.
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle-helmets-safety-scholarship-2012
Write a 500-1000 word essay regarding your opinion of the motorcycle helmet laws.
Deadline: April 20, 2012
http://www.checkngo.com/about-us/company/checkngo-scholarship.aspx
Write a 300-500 word essay about how to manage money and what one needs to know to be an effective money manager.
Deadline: 2012 scholarship information will be announced shortly.
http://www.rigidlifelines.com/scholarship.html
Write a 500-1000 word essay about work safety and fall prevention.
Deadline: March 1, 2012
http://www.clickinks.com/printer-ink-scholarship.html
Write a 1000 word essay on a topic such as the importance of art in education or in society, or improving an urban community with art.
Deadline: June 1, 2012
http://www.dish-systems.com/education/satellite-tv-scholarship.php
Write a 500 word essay on a topic such as changes in broadcast news due to the internet or the quality of TV programming today.
Deadline: March 1, 2012
http://www.buymorecontacts.com/topic/27/1000-scholarship-essay-contest.aspx
Write a 1000 word essay on a topic such as the importance of eye health, or how blindness would affect your life.
Deadline: June 1, 2012
http://www.corcentric.com/contact/accounting-software-scholarship.aspx
Write a 500 word essay on how to best teach financial literacy to children
Deadline: May 1, 2012
Program would be pre-certified to work during the summer and on holidays. Pick up an application in the counseling suite.
