Toyota Motor Sales is pleased to present the 12th annual Toyota Community Scholars program for high school seniors . The program will award 100 renewable scholarships, valuated at $10,000 or $20,000 payable over four years, to seniors who enroll at a 4 year college/university in the United States starting in the fall of 2009. The scholarship winners will be announced in April 2009.
Toyota believes helping people who improve the quality of life in their community is an essential component of corporate responsibility. The Toyota Community Scholars program recognizes academic excellence & rewards young people who actively participate in community service.
Eligibility:
· High school senior w/ gpa 3.0 or better
· Be actively involved in a service organization or project that has a positive impact on school or community.
· Be U.S. citizen
· Plan to pursue an undergraduate degree at an accredited 4 year college/university
While academic performance is a prime factor in the selection process, please note that the distinguishing characteristic, will be the overall impact of the student’s contribution(s) in the area of community service.
Student’s are encouraged to nominate themselves! Any senior interested, please email me & I will add you to my list of Nominees. When you email me, please include a list of community service projects you are involved in, as well. The faculty will vote next Thursday, November 7th. Applications must be postmarked by December 1, 2008.
Toyota encourages consideration of students from diverse economic, cultural & social backgrounds.
Friday, October 31, 2008
My Future in Cotton Scholarship
The future of cotton begins with the Class of '09
For all it's traditions, the future of cotton continues to rely on new talents & fresh perspectives. That's why for this year's high school seniors, Deltapine cotton is awarding 9 $1,000 college scholarships.
Scholarships will be awarded to nine students whose essays best express, "My Future in Cotton."
Complete details on eligibility, rules & regulations are available at: http://www.myfutureincotton.com/
Deadline for Applications & Essays is December 7, 2008
Essays need to be 500 words or less
For all it's traditions, the future of cotton continues to rely on new talents & fresh perspectives. That's why for this year's high school seniors, Deltapine cotton is awarding 9 $1,000 college scholarships.
Scholarships will be awarded to nine students whose essays best express, "My Future in Cotton."
Complete details on eligibility, rules & regulations are available at: http://www.myfutureincotton.com/
Deadline for Applications & Essays is December 7, 2008
Essays need to be 500 words or less
McKELVEY Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria:
To be considered for this award, applicants must:
· Be a graduating senior
· Attend a 4 year college/university
· Own & operate a business for at least 1 year (non-profits are ok)
· Have at least one paid employee
· Have sales revenue
· Submit completed online application
· Provide documentation of the above when requested
· Agree to participate in a telephone interview, if selected as a finalist
· Winners must attend the summer e-Venture program (June 2009, St. Louis, MO)
Applications are due by January 25, 2009.
Up to $10,000 per academic year 4 years to any US college
For more info: 1-877-McKelvey, www.mckelveyfoundation.org
To be considered for this award, applicants must:
· Be a graduating senior
· Attend a 4 year college/university
· Own & operate a business for at least 1 year (non-profits are ok)
· Have at least one paid employee
· Have sales revenue
· Submit completed online application
· Provide documentation of the above when requested
· Agree to participate in a telephone interview, if selected as a finalist
· Winners must attend the summer e-Venture program (June 2009, St. Louis, MO)
Applications are due by January 25, 2009.
Up to $10,000 per academic year 4 years to any US college
For more info: 1-877-McKelvey, www.mckelveyfoundation.org
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
2009 ESF Scholarship
2009 ESF Scholarships
Due to the economic turmoil, companies like ours are having to make changes. ESF regrets the necessity to suspend the ESF Scholarship Programs for 2009. We are making changes throughout our company so that we can continue to provide workshops in the high schools and one-on-one counseling in our college planning center. The following scholarships will not be awarded in 2009:
- The Write Stuff
- The Obvious Choice
- ESF Freebies
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Alabama A & M High School Senior Day
Alabama A & M will host their annual High School Senior Day program on Saturday, November 8, 2008, beginning at 7:30 a.m., in conjunction with the National Aeronautics & Space Administration(NASA).
Activities for the day include visitation of our academic displays, academic breakout sessions, entertainment, tours of campus, and a NASA onsite display. Complimentary breakfast & lunch will be served. The University will host our guests at the football game between Alabama A & M and Prairie View A & M University at 1:00 p.m. at the Louis Crews Stadium on campus. The highly acclaimed Marching Maroon & White Band will perform at halftime.
To register please go to www.aamu.edu. If you need more information, contact 256-372-5250.
Holli McBrayer
New Hope High School
11th & 12th Counselor
Activities for the day include visitation of our academic displays, academic breakout sessions, entertainment, tours of campus, and a NASA onsite display. Complimentary breakfast & lunch will be served. The University will host our guests at the football game between Alabama A & M and Prairie View A & M University at 1:00 p.m. at the Louis Crews Stadium on campus. The highly acclaimed Marching Maroon & White Band will perform at halftime.
To register please go to www.aamu.edu. If you need more information, contact 256-372-5250.
Holli McBrayer
New Hope High School
11th & 12th Counselor
Thursday, October 9, 2008
NAACP Scholarship Essay
“What does it mean to me to see Senator Barack Obama become the first African-American President of the United States of America?”
Each year the NAACP give scholarship awards to some deserving students. The NAACP give Scholarship Awards each year. This year the awards will be presented at The 2008 Freedom Fund Banquet to be held at the Trotter Convention Center @ 7:00 p.m. on October 18, 2008. The deadline for submission is October 16, 2008.
This year the awards will be shared locally among the 4 high schools. Students interested must have a cumulative gpa 3.00 The Essay must be 250 words, typed.
Essay Title: “What does it mean to me to see Senator Barack Obama become the first African-American President of the United States of America?”
Applications are available in my office. Turn your essays in to me no later than 12:00 on Thursday, October 16th.
Each year the NAACP give scholarship awards to some deserving students. The NAACP give Scholarship Awards each year. This year the awards will be presented at The 2008 Freedom Fund Banquet to be held at the Trotter Convention Center @ 7:00 p.m. on October 18, 2008. The deadline for submission is October 16, 2008.
This year the awards will be shared locally among the 4 high schools. Students interested must have a cumulative gpa 3.00 The Essay must be 250 words, typed.
Essay Title: “What does it mean to me to see Senator Barack Obama become the first African-American President of the United States of America?”
Applications are available in my office. Turn your essays in to me no later than 12:00 on Thursday, October 16th.
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Heart to Heart Hospice Scholarship
Heart to Heart Hospice is offering two $500.00 scholarships to local graduating seniors. The guidelines for participation are as follows:
· Student must plan on attending a 2 or 4 year college following graduation
· Student must volunteer a minimum of 10 hours with our volunteer program
· Student must submit a reference check and complete a brief orientation program prior to volunteering
· Student will have no direct patient contact during the volunteer experience, if under the age of 18
· Student must submit a typed essay with no less than 300 words reflecting his/her experience while volunteering with Heart to Heart Hospice
· There are no GPA requirements for this scholarship
Applications are available in my office. All volunteer applications must be turned in no later than November 3, 2008 the deadline for completing volunteer time is Friday, April 17, 2009. The essay deadline is Friday, May 1, 2009.
Please contact Stephanie Frison 662-615-1519, or sfrison@heart2hearthospice.com for more information.
· Student must plan on attending a 2 or 4 year college following graduation
· Student must volunteer a minimum of 10 hours with our volunteer program
· Student must submit a reference check and complete a brief orientation program prior to volunteering
· Student will have no direct patient contact during the volunteer experience, if under the age of 18
· Student must submit a typed essay with no less than 300 words reflecting his/her experience while volunteering with Heart to Heart Hospice
· There are no GPA requirements for this scholarship
Applications are available in my office. All volunteer applications must be turned in no later than November 3, 2008 the deadline for completing volunteer time is Friday, April 17, 2009. The essay deadline is Friday, May 1, 2009.
Please contact Stephanie Frison 662-615-1519, or sfrison@heart2hearthospice.com for more information.
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Southern Miss - Black & Gold Day
Southern Miss – Black & Gold Day – Saturday, November 15, 2008
Guided tours
Academic college fair
Seminars on scholarships and financial aid
Tickets to the Southern Miss vs. East Carolina football game at The Rock
BY RESERVATION ONLY 601.266.5000 www.usm.edu/admissions
Guided tours
Academic college fair
Seminars on scholarships and financial aid
Tickets to the Southern Miss vs. East Carolina football game at The Rock
BY RESERVATION ONLY 601.266.5000 www.usm.edu/admissions
Burger King Scholar
Connect to a Brighter Future Today with a $1,000 Scholarship…
Burger King Scholars Program, brought to you by HAVE IT YOUR WAY Foundation
· $1,000 scholarships available to all eligible high school seniors
· Log on today at http://www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_qualifications.html
· Access Key: BKS
· Easy online application process begins September 14, 2009
Applicants must be high school seniors who:
· Maintain a cumulative gpa of 2.5 or higher
· Work part-time an average of 15 hours per week or 40 weeks per year
· Actively involved in community service activities
· Demonstrate financial need
· Plan to enroll in an accredited two/or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school by Fall of the application year
Applications are available online September 14, 2009 – February 1, 2010. Last day to submit applications is by the postmark deadline, Feb. 1, 2010.
Burger King Scholars Program, brought to you by HAVE IT YOUR WAY Foundation
· $1,000 scholarships available to all eligible high school seniors
· Log on today at http://www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_qualifications.html
· Access Key: BKS
· Easy online application process begins September 14, 2009
Applicants must be high school seniors who:
· Maintain a cumulative gpa of 2.5 or higher
· Work part-time an average of 15 hours per week or 40 weeks per year
· Actively involved in community service activities
· Demonstrate financial need
· Plan to enroll in an accredited two/or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school by Fall of the application year
Applications are available online September 14, 2009 – February 1, 2010. Last day to submit applications is by the postmark deadline, Feb. 1, 2010.
A National Essay Contest for High School Students
High School Essay Contest in Honor of America’s Founding
Register by November 28, 2008, Essays due January 23, 2009
Student participating in this essay are asked to consider at least 2 elements of George Washington’s public or private life that found expression in American identity. Essayists are encouraged to consider how those characteristics have been weakened or strengthened over the past 2 centuries and what this suggests about the American character.
Essays are to be between 1,200 and 1,500 words long. Printed entries should be double-spaced and printed on one side of the page only. All submissions must be postmarked or e-mailed by January 23, 2009. Essays will be judged on the basis of scholarship, imagination, and quality of writing.
For More information or to Register go to www.isi.org
Every Entrant receives a free copy of Patriot Sage along with a free subscription to ISI’s journal of scholarship and opinion, The Intercollegiate Review.
Register by November 28, 2008, Essays due January 23, 2009
Student participating in this essay are asked to consider at least 2 elements of George Washington’s public or private life that found expression in American identity. Essayists are encouraged to consider how those characteristics have been weakened or strengthened over the past 2 centuries and what this suggests about the American character.
Essays are to be between 1,200 and 1,500 words long. Printed entries should be double-spaced and printed on one side of the page only. All submissions must be postmarked or e-mailed by January 23, 2009. Essays will be judged on the basis of scholarship, imagination, and quality of writing.
For More information or to Register go to www.isi.org
Every Entrant receives a free copy of Patriot Sage along with a free subscription to ISI’s journal of scholarship and opinion, The Intercollegiate Review.
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Classical Singer's High School Vocal Competition '09
More than$2,000,000 in scholarships & university scholarships are available. In addition to the scholarships available there are $7,500 in cash prizes being awarded and students will automatically receive a free subscription to Classical Singer magazine.
Interested students need to register for the First Round of the ’09 Classical Singer High School Vocal Competition. The First round begins as early as November 8 and space is limited at each location.
At this unique Competition your students will sing for distinguished judges who will do something almost unheard of – give invaluable written feedback. And students get crucial live competition experience. Plus they will be the special recruiting guests of the host school as they meet faculty & see the facilities first-hand.
The regular registration fee is $75, but students can save $10 by using the discount code PCMTD1.
The First Round of the Competition runs from November 1 – March 15 at 35 universities throughout the country. Top three singers at each location, plus multiple general finalists, will advance to the Second Round, held during the Classical Singer Convention in Chicago on May 30-31 at the Westin O’Hare hotel. Some university locations have sent as many as 20 students to the Second Round.
Besides participating in the Competition, students will receive a Free ticket to the College Expo ’09 recruiting fair and masterclasses in Chicago, regularly $45. Held at the Classical Singer Convention, representatives from more than 50 top vocal programs (including Juilliard, Eastman, NYU & many others) attend the recruiting fair and present masterclasses & workshops.
Register online at www.classicalsinger.com/convention/hscomp or call the Classical Singer office at 877-515-9800/
See the website or flyer for First Round Locations
Interested students need to register for the First Round of the ’09 Classical Singer High School Vocal Competition. The First round begins as early as November 8 and space is limited at each location.
At this unique Competition your students will sing for distinguished judges who will do something almost unheard of – give invaluable written feedback. And students get crucial live competition experience. Plus they will be the special recruiting guests of the host school as they meet faculty & see the facilities first-hand.
The regular registration fee is $75, but students can save $10 by using the discount code PCMTD1.
The First Round of the Competition runs from November 1 – March 15 at 35 universities throughout the country. Top three singers at each location, plus multiple general finalists, will advance to the Second Round, held during the Classical Singer Convention in Chicago on May 30-31 at the Westin O’Hare hotel. Some university locations have sent as many as 20 students to the Second Round.
Besides participating in the Competition, students will receive a Free ticket to the College Expo ’09 recruiting fair and masterclasses in Chicago, regularly $45. Held at the Classical Singer Convention, representatives from more than 50 top vocal programs (including Juilliard, Eastman, NYU & many others) attend the recruiting fair and present masterclasses & workshops.
Register online at www.classicalsinger.com/convention/hscomp or call the Classical Singer office at 877-515-9800/
See the website or flyer for First Round Locations
University of Alabama - University Days
University Days
Fun yet informative, University Days are designed to teach students & parents about the University of Alabama experience. Some of the topics include the following:
· Admissions
· Our eight undergraduate colleges & schools
· Majors & minors
· Academic support
· Career opportunities & services
· On-campus living
· On-campus dining
· Student organizations & activities
· Costs & financial aid, including grants, loans, student employment, & payment plans
· Scholarships
Registration forms are available in the Counselor’s office or contact the Office of Orientation & Special Programs
Each University Day is a great opportunity to tour the campus; talk with an academic advisor; meet faculty, staff, & current students; and explore emerging areas of academic interest. Most important, you will see how at The University of Alabama you are UA.
For high-school seniors only
Friday, October 24, 2008
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008
For all prospective students
Friday, February 5, 2009
Monday, February 16, 2009
Friday, March 27, 2009
For more information, contact:
The University of Alabama
University Days
Office of Orientation & Special Programs
Box 870110
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0110
(205)348-4999
Toll Free 1-800-933-BAMA
E-mail: orientation@ua.edu
Web: universitydays.ua.edu
Fun yet informative, University Days are designed to teach students & parents about the University of Alabama experience. Some of the topics include the following:
· Admissions
· Our eight undergraduate colleges & schools
· Majors & minors
· Academic support
· Career opportunities & services
· On-campus living
· On-campus dining
· Student organizations & activities
· Costs & financial aid, including grants, loans, student employment, & payment plans
· Scholarships
Registration forms are available in the Counselor’s office or contact the Office of Orientation & Special Programs
Each University Day is a great opportunity to tour the campus; talk with an academic advisor; meet faculty, staff, & current students; and explore emerging areas of academic interest. Most important, you will see how at The University of Alabama you are UA.
For high-school seniors only
Friday, October 24, 2008
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008
For all prospective students
Friday, February 5, 2009
Monday, February 16, 2009
Friday, March 27, 2009
For more information, contact:
The University of Alabama
University Days
Office of Orientation & Special Programs
Box 870110
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0110
(205)348-4999
Toll Free 1-800-933-BAMA
E-mail: orientation@ua.edu
Web: universitydays.ua.edu
Write A Little. Win A Lot.
A few well-chosen words (750 or less, to be exact) will knock $10,000 each off the tuition tab for five winners of the mental_floss Tuition Giveaway contest.
By simply coming up with the best answer to the question: “Why are you the most deserving person on the planet to win a scholarship?” You can walk away with $10,000 for tuition next fall.
Just log on to www.tuitiongiveaway.com for all the details.
The contest is open to residents of US & Canada who are full-time students (in fall 2009) pursuing an undergraduate degree at an accredited 2- or4-year college. The deadline for entries is January 31, 2009 and winners will be announced on April 1, 2009.
By simply coming up with the best answer to the question: “Why are you the most deserving person on the planet to win a scholarship?” You can walk away with $10,000 for tuition next fall.
Just log on to www.tuitiongiveaway.com for all the details.
The contest is open to residents of US & Canada who are full-time students (in fall 2009) pursuing an undergraduate degree at an accredited 2- or4-year college. The deadline for entries is January 31, 2009 and winners will be announced on April 1, 2009.
Discover Colleges
Discover Colleges provides a FREE private college information service as well as a $2,500 private college scholarship drawing. Students can simply log onto www.discovercolleges.com to request information and automatically be entered in the free $2,500 scholarship drawing
Jackson State University Honors College & Scholarships
Do you have a 21 or higher on your ACT combined with “B” average in high school work??
If so, you qualify for Academic Scholarships & Honor College at Jackson State University
Academic Scholarships at Jackson State University are available through:
The Office of Enrollment ManagementPO Box 17094Jackson, MS 39217
For further information please call
Dr. Maria Luisa Alvarez Harvey
Associate Dean
601-979-2107
If so, you qualify for Academic Scholarships & Honor College at Jackson State University
Academic Scholarships at Jackson State University are available through:
The Office of Enrollment ManagementPO Box 17094Jackson, MS 39217
For further information please call
Dr. Maria Luisa Alvarez Harvey
Associate Dean
601-979-2107
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