Tuesday, January 24, 2012

www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php

www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php is a legitimite search engine for lots of scholarships, such as:

Davidson Fellows Scholarships - $10,000 - $50,000; deadline February 1, 2012
The Grand Scholarship - $10,000; deadline March 1, 2012
Odenza Scholarship - $500; deadline March 30, 2012
Vancouver Restaurant Scholarship - $500; deadline May 30, 2012
Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship - $5000; deadline May 30, 2012
Big Dig Scholarship - $3000; deadline June 1, 2012
Man Mac Automatic Scholarship - $500; deadline June 15, 2012
BBG Communications Scholarship - $1000; deadline June 30, 2012

Baltimore Community Foundation (BCF) Scholarship Programs

This scholarship website has 18 different scholarships that can be applied for with one application.  Applications must be submitted online by April 2, 2012.  Scholarships include:

  • Christa McAuliffe Scholarship for aspiring teachers ($1000)
  • Al Sanders Foundation for Music Studies ($1500)
  • Eric & Cara Thorn Memorial Scholarship ($1000)
  • WJZ-TV Jerry Turner Broadcast Scholarship for broadcast journalism majors ($1500-$3000)
To apply, go to www.bcf.org 

Delegate Anthony O'Donnell Legislative Scholarship

Each year, Delegate O'Donnell's scholarship committee awards various amounts of scholarship funds to residents within District 29C.  Applications are available in the scholarship drawer in the Guidance AP Seminar Room.  Applications must be received by April 15, 2012 and must include a copy of the student's FAFSA and a high school transcript.

Maryland PTA Scholarship Fund

Applicants for this scholarship must be education majors who plan to pursue their educational careers in the state of Maryland.  The following factors will be considered with each application:  commitment to career in education, financial need, academic record and student resume.  Applicants must have a 2.75 unweighted minimum GPA

Award Amount:  $500
Deadline:  March 15, 2012

St. Mary's Hospital Foundation Scholarship Program

This program is to assist applicants in obtaining the education/training needed to occupy jobs available at St. Mary's Hospital (nursing, radiology, lab tech, etc.)

The St. Mary's Hospital Foundation agrees to fund a candidate's education in return for a pre-determined length of employment with St. Mary's Hospital.  The Foundation pays for tuition, books, lab fees, and school appointed uniforms for a period of up to four years!

Selection Criteria includes:  minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA, transcripts, 1-2 page essay on the candidate's career goals and why the candidate would make a good nurse, therapist, etc., 2 letters of reference, and interview.

The deadline is March 15, 2012.  Applications are in the PHS Guidance AP Seminar Room.

Monday, January 23, 2012

www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm

www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm is a site dedicated to helping student locate and apply for many various scholarships.

The B. Davis Scholarship is one such award.  The deadline is May 28, 2012 in the amount of $1000.

AFCEA NOVA Scholarship

AFCEA (Armed Forces Communications & Electronics Association) NOVA (Northern Virginia Chapter)

This is a one-time $4000 scholarship for seniors planning to major in math/science/technology majors such as:  information technology, computer science, engineering, natural or physical sciences, national security fields.

Access the application at www.afcea.org/committee/scholarship-committee.  The deadline is February 29, 2012.

BigSun Scholarship

BigSun Scholarship

Applicants must be student athletes, regardless of which sport they participate in.  Check the website at www.bigsunathletics.com

Deadline:  June 22, 2012
Amount of Award:  $500

Wings Over America Scholarship

Wings Over America Scholarship

If your parent is currently serving or has served in the Navy in an aviation command, you could be elgible to apply for a Wings Over America Scholarship.  The deadline for this scholarship is March 1 (pre-qualification form) and April 1st for the completed application.

Complete information and eligibility requirements are online at www.wingoveramerica.us




The 2012 Dorothy Marvil Memorial Scholarship

The 2012 Dorothy Marvil Memorial Scholarship

Five $3000 scholarships will be awarded this year.  This scholarship is for seniors and requires an 400-600 word essay and the applicant must have an account with Educational Systems Employees Federal Credit Union (located in Prince Frederick).  Applicants must also have a 2.75 or higher GPA.  Email the completed essay to scholarships@esfcu.org     The deadline is March 23, 2012.

For more information:  www.efscu.org or visit the scholarship drawer in the AP Seminar Room.

Mary Beth Harry Memorial Scholarship 2012

The Arts Council of Calvert County Mary Beth Harry Memorial Scholarship 2012:

The deadline for this scholarship is March 15, 2012.  This scholarship is for seniors majoring in the arts.  Applicants must supply their resume, a two page essay regarding "who influenced or inspired you in your field of study?", provide three letters of recommendation (teacher/club sponsor/employer, art teacher, and citizen from the community), present a finished piece of work (art, music, dance, drama) and have an interview.

The amount of the award is $1500 paid directly to the student.  Applications are available in the AP Seminar room.