Scholarship 2008/09 -- Sept-Dec 08
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ACT REGISTRATION |
REGISTRATION DEADLINE |
TEST DATE … (*) = @ CCCC |
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(*) given at CCCC) |
Sept 19, 2008 |
(*) Oct 25, 2008 |
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Nov 7, 2008 |
(*) Dec 13, 2008 |
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Jan 6, 2009 |
Feb 7, 2009 |
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Feb 27 2009 |
(*) April 4, 2009 |
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May 8, 2009 |
(*)June 13, 2009 |
NOTE: You may also register online at www.act.org – ACT encourages online registration
GOLD CARD: One ACT or SAT test registration paid for junior year and senior year. Completed packet must be given to Mrs. Sorell at least ONE WEEK PRIOR to the deadline in order to process the payment.
REQUESTING LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
• make request at least 2 weeks in advance
• provide your Student Resume with GPA, test scores, activities etc
• provide information from application pertaining to Letter of Rec.
CAREER QUESTIONS? The DISCOVER Career Planning Inventory is available in the Guidance Office. Results will assist you in making career choices.
SUMMER PROGRAMS - many programs available both in the state of KS as well as nationwide
MIDWEST STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM offers reduced out-of-state tuition at over 100 colleges in Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, & N Dakota. Info in Guidance Office
SCHOOL SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS – always check with schools you are interested in for specific scholarships offered by the school. Check the school’s website, printed material, or visit with the college.
College reps to visit CHS: Sign up in Guidance Office by 8am the day of the visit to attend. These will be scheduled throughout the year so check with the guidance office to sign up as they are available.
North Central KS Technical School(Beloit) – Mon, Nov 17 – 1:00
K-State – Thursday, Nov 20 – 1:00
Barton Co CC – Friday, Nov 21 – 1:00
CCCC Foundation Scholarships are now available online at www.cloud.edu - select Prospective Students / Admissions / Scholarships / #2, Foundation Scholarships. Read though the displayed list and check those that apply.
Academyof Hair Design, Salina: one @ $1000 and two @ $500 offered – no deadline specified
NROTC Scholarship: open to 11th & 12th grade - no deadline specified
• GPA minimum 3.0, ACT minimum Math 21 and Eng 22
• 100% tuition/books/fees + $250 monthly first year which increases by $50 month each subsequent year.
NFL SCHOLARSHIPS (for students participating in Nat’l Forensics League)
Website provides clearing house connecting student & institutions involved in NFL programs.
NOTE: DATES LISTED ARE BASED ON PREVIOUS YEAR AND MAY NOT APPLY FOR 20008/09. THOSE HIGHLIGHTED ARE AVAILABLE IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE NOW. AS SCHOLARSHIP INFO IS RECEIVED WE WILL UPDATE THE SCHOLARSHIP AREA.
NOVEMBER
RURAL VOICES CONTEST - deadline Nov 15, 2008
• sponsored by North Central Regional Planning Commission
• submit original work in photography, video, or essay on “Rural Kansas…My Community”
• top three entries receive $1000, $500 or $250 plus recognition in EyeonKansas publication
• details in the guidance office or visit their website www.eyeonkansas.org and click RuralVoices link
PRINCIPAL’S LEADERSHIP AWARD - deadline Nov 17
• top 20% of class may apply / each school nominates 1 applicant
• based on student activities, leadership, academics / MUST show leadership
• 100 scholarships @ $1000 each given nationally
• use for 4 year program (may start at a Jr College)
TOYOTACOMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP - deadline Nov 20
• 100 awarded - $10,000-$20,000 for use in 4 year college
• minimum GPA of 3.0 + top 10% of class
• must have initiated or been actively involved in a service program addressing a school or community need.
WASHBURN UNIVERSITY – GARVEY COMPETITIVE SCHOLARSHIP - deadline usually November – check w/Washburn
Ø $500-$2000 annually
Ø register at www.washburn.edu/admissions
Ø exam dates usually in December
DECEMBER
KU CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIPS - deadline usually December – check with KU
• approx $3000 one time award -- must meet two: minimum GPA of 3.00 / top 20% / ACT 22 or above
• must be accepted in KU by Dec 1 and the School of Fine Arts by Jan 10, 2007
SAE INTERNATIONAL ENGINEER SCHOLARSHIPS – deadline in December – current booklet not yet available but we have last year’s you may look over. Many available with one application. Various locations; some university sponsored and some undesignated to use anywhere. A small processing fee is required.
KSU CIVIC LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP - deadline usually in December
•apply online through KSU website
•1st, $4000; 2nd ,$2500; 3rd, $2000
KS SCHOOL SAFETY HOTLINE SCHOLARSHIP - deadline Dec 15, 2008
• open to KS seniors who will be attending an accredited college next year
• create public service announcements about school safety (violence, bullying, weapons, abuse etc)
• three categories - 30-second spot for television , 30-second for radio , 11x17 poster
• three scholarships awarded in each category – 1st $1,250 2nd $750 3rd $500
AXA ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP - deadline Dec 15, 2008
• use for 2 or 4 yr school
• based on achievement (job, sport, extracurricular activity) and letter or recommendation
• $10,000 awarded to one in each state plus $15,000 additional to 10 national winners
• Information/application available at www.axa-achievement.com
KS TUITION GRANT - part of FAFSA process
• for use in Kansas private schools only
• mark appropriate box on Family Financial Statement (FAFSA)
• grant amount set by KS legislators (currently set at $1700)
• purpose is to equalize tuition fees between public and private schools in Kansas
JANUARY
IMAGINE AMERICA - Scholarship and Awards Program -- apply after Jan 1
•minimum GPA of 2.50 - based on community service during senior year and financial need
WASHINGTON CROSSING SCHOLARSHIP - deadline Jan 1
• visit website for application & details – www.gwcf.org
• $1500 - $10,000 scholarship available for those who want to pursue a career in Gov’t.
ELKS “MOST VALUABLE STUDENT” -- deadline Jan 11
• based on financial need, academics, activities and leadership
• awards 2 males/2 females at $4,000 each + 38 others at $600 each
• progress to the National level – awards vary
• submit to local lodge in Clay Center….Clay Center Lodge, 611 5th Street, Clay Center, KS 67432
WAL-MART SCHOLARSHIP - deadline Jan 12
• $1000 to area senior (area covers Wal-Mart shopping area)
• based on academics, extra-curricular activities, work experience, financial need
• must apply online
AM LEGION NAT’L HIGH SCHOOL ORATORICAL CONTEST (9th – 12th grades) –due Jan 12
• awards at local, state, regional, national levels
• 8-10 minute oration on the Constitution
• Assigned Topic Discourse is 3-5 min on a pre-set Constitutional topic
EMPORIA STATEUNIV BUSINESS TEACHING SCHOLARSHIP - deadline Jan 15
• $1500 to incoming freshmen ($1000 renewable for subsequent years)
• for student preparing to become business education teacher
• GPA minimum of 3.00
VFW ENDOWMENT SCHOLARSHIP - deadline Jan 18
• parents or grandparents must be active members of KS VFW or Auxiliary
• based on activities, community service, academics and financial need
KACRAO (KS Assn of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers) - deadline Jan 20
• 3.25 minimum GPA and a 22 composite on the ACT
• 2 scholarships of $500 each awarded
• two essay questions on applications, based on leadership and activities
FEBRUARY
KU HIXSON AWARD -- deadline Feb 1, 2009
• must show financial need or personal challenge/hardship
• 10 awarded at $20,000 each ($5000 yr x 4 yr)
ESA FOUNDATION ENDOWMENTS/SCHOLARSHIPS deadline Feb 1
• Academic requirements – 3.0 minimum for most OR minimum ACT 22
• may use at 4 yr college or Technical college
• several scholarships available - you may apply for up to 3
• may download from website – www.esaintl.com/ESAF
• $5.00 processing fee
• two letters of recommendation required
KU FRESHMEN SCHOLARSHIP - deadline Feb 1
• one application form for all KU Scholarships (merit & departmental)
• ACT should be taken by Dec test date to meet priority deadline
KU ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIPS due Feb 1
KSU SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM - deadline Feb 1
• one application available for general scholarships
• many available in Math, Science, & other areas
• many Agriculture scholarships totaling $350,000
• Putnam Scholarship is a separate application (based on high academics)
KSU SCHOLARSHIP FOR CHS GRADUATES WITH 4-h BACKGROUND
• sponsored through KSU scholarship program as listed above
• must have been active in Cloud County 4-H and have minimum GPA of 2.5
SALINACOFFEE HOUSE SCHOLARSHIP
• sponsored through KSU scholarship program as listed above
• KSU-Salina technical computer design
• KSU-Manhattan in Hotel, Restaurant, Food Preparation in College of Humanology
FT HAYS STATE UNIV ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS (based on ACT scores) deadline Feb 1
• $1000 renewable - ACT 29 and above // $500 renewable - ACT 24-28 // $300 one time - ACT 21-23
R.C. EASLEY NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS - deadline Feb 1
• must take ACT or SAT by Dec test date
• GPA minimum 2.00
• awards from $250 - $25,000
NAT’L HONOR SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP - deadline Feb 4
• must be a member of NHS -- application process handled through NHS sponsor
• 250 $1000 scholarships (2 applications per school)
WASHBURN UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS (GARVY SCHOLARSHIP) - deadline Feb 4
• several state & regional scholarships ($500-$1400 per year) (some renewable)
• minimum GPA of 3.00 required
ROBERT C. BYRD SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM -- deadline Feb 6
• minimum ACT of 32 – you will be notified if you qualify
KS BOARD OF REGENTS VOCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP (St of KS Voc Scholarship) SPRING Register 2/6/09 – Test 3/7/09
• 250 scholarships given @ $500 each / renewable in some cases
• for designated vocational programs at Vo-Tech, Community Colleges, KSU-Salina, and some 4 -yr schools
• financial need not a consideration
• Vocational Exams in November and March - check guidance office for dates & info
• registration in Oct or Feb (FAX not accepted) - $10 test fee
KFC COLONEL’S SCHOLARS - deadline Feb 10
• up to $5000 per year or $20,000 total over 4 years (must pursue a bachelors 4-yr degree)
• must attend KS college, may begin in 2 or 4 yr college
• must show financial need and have a minimum GPA 2.75
• apply online – application available Dec 1 thru Feb 10
LADIES AUXILIARY VFW CONTINUING EDUCAITON SCHOLARSHIP -- deadline Feb 15
• must be daughter/son of Auxiliary member
• based on financial need, community involvement,
• may use for college degree or technical career
COMMITMENT TO AGRICULTURE (Monsanto & Farm Bureau) - deadline Feb 15
• use for 2 or 4 yr school
• $1500 awarded to 100 winners
• ACT minimum of 18
• Family MUST be active in farming and you must plan to pursue education/career in agriculture
• NOTE: application not available until November from their website
CARGILL SCHOLARSHIP for RURAL AMERICA - deadline Feb 15
• family income primarily from farming (50%)
• two or four year college or vocational school
• $1000 awarded
• financial need considered
• apply through FFA Scholarship bulletin
F.F.A. SCHOLARSHIPS - deadline Feb 15
• variety of scholarship available from $500 - $10,000
• Scholarship booklet in Guidance Office and with Mr. Fisher
BURGER KING SCHOLARSHIP -- deadline last year was Febuary
•minimum GPA of 2.50 with involvement in community service and/or extra-curricular activities
•must work at job at least 15 hrs per week/40 weeks per year
•financial need considered
•may use for 2/4 year or vocational school
•CHS nominates one student
KSU DELTA CHI EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION – deadline Feb 15
• male freshmen at K-state
• based on minimum GPA of 3.0, scholarship leadership, involvement, service
AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIPS (all due Feb 15)
n Several scholarships available….Hugh A Smith … Ted & Nora Anderson … Albert M Lappin … Rosedale Post 346 … Charles & Annette Hill … U S” Udie” Grant
• parents must have been members for past 3 years
• must attend school in Kansas
• average or better student
• essay required … 250-500 words .. “Why I Want to Go to College”
• amount varies from $500 - $1500
n American Legion Music Scholarship
• major or minor in Music at Kansas college
• $1,000 awarded
• financial need considered
• parents do not have to be members of American Legion
n John & Geraldine Hobbie Licensed Practical Nursing Scholarship
• financial need considered
• must attend a Kansas school
• must pursue career in Kansas following graduation
• $250 scholarship
• parents do not have to be members of American Legion
n Am Legion Jr Shooting Sports Scholarship
open to 11th & 12th who have competed at the State and Regional level - $500
KS FERTILIZER & CHEMICAL ASSN - deadline Feb 18
• 2 awarded for KSU ($500 each) // 1 awarded for FHSU ($500)
• may transfer from Jr College
• must major in Ag Science
• may apply for second year
HELPING HANDS TRUST - deadline Feb 21
• up to $1000 for undergraduate college students
• lesser grants available for vocational and trade school
• no minimum GPA
• financial need a consideration
• conviction of drug or alcohol abuse disqualifies
HORACE MANN COMPANIES SCHOLARSHIP - deadline late Feb
• must apply over internet – www.horacemann.com
• parent must be employed by a U.S. public school district or public college/university (full or part-time employee)
• for use at two or four year college // $20,000 payable over 4 yrs + 4 @ $4000 payable over 4 yrs
• minimum “B” average and minimum ACT score of 23 or SAT of 1000
MARCH
AMERICAN LEGION EAGLE SCOUT SCHOLARSHIP – deadline March 1
• $500 warded at State level , $8000 + at National level
KS SOCIETY OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS - deadline March 1
• eleven at $1000 and one each at $500, $400, $300, $200
• ACT or SAT score considered
• must attend KS college
KU LEADERSHIP AWARD APPLICATION - deadline March 2
• ACT 26-30 (31 & up apply for Academic Merit Scholarship)
• minimum GPA 3.00 or top 10% of graduating class
• $500 one-time scholarship awarded
• must live in University housing during freshman year
• must apply for admission within 30 days of receiving award
• complete activities form which is provided
• must be rec’d at KU by 5 p.m. 3/2 (apply ASAP as may be awarded as received)
KS GRAIN & FEED ASSN. – deadline March 7
• use for any college / any field of study
• based on academics, motivation, citizenship, desire to complete education
• preference given to KS Grain&Feed members, employees,customers of members
NATIONAL FARMERS ORGANIZATION - deadline March 8
• national competition
• 3 top winners @ $1000, $750, $500
• must pursue an Ag degree
• based on involvement in family agriculture, high school activities, & community
CATBACKERS OF NORTH CENTRAL KANSAS (KSU) – deadline March 15
• 4 @ $350 each awarded to students attending K-State
• academics, leadership, financial need, 50-word statement concerning promise of usefulness
ROTARY SCHOLARSHIP - deadline mid March
• $1,000, $300, $200 awarded to CHS senior
• essay required (finalists will make oral presentation of essay at Rotary)