Trinity United Methodist Church Scholarships

Trinity UM Church offers 9 different scholarships the majority of which are for Trinity UM Church members or to a member of an ethnic minority.

You must pick up applications from the church office of Trinity UMC which is located at 90 Church St., Prince Frederick, MD  Office hours are Mon-Fri 9-3 pm.  Their phone number is 410-535-1782.

The deadline for all scholarship applications are May 1, 2013.

Last year the award amounts of the scholarships ranged from $700.00 to $1300.00.

Calvert Marine Museum Natural Sciences Scholarship

This is a $500 renewable scholarship for seniors majoring in the natural sciences (paleontology or geology preferred but is open to those studying biology, chemistry or other physical sciences).

Applicant selection is based on:  academic achievement, academic plans, high school resume and interview impression.

The deadline is March 30, 2013.

Applications are available in the AP Seminar Room scholarship drawer.

Fannie E. Gillis Memorial Scholarship Fund

The dollar amount of this scholarship will be determined by the Myra Grand Chapter Fannie E. Gillis Scholarship Committee Members.  Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA, two letters of recommendation attesting to the applicants' scholarship and character, high school resume and a typed 100 word educational and career goal statement.

The deadline is May 15, 2013.

Applications can be found in the scholarship drawer in the AP Seminar Room in Guidance.

Banneker-Douglass Museum Foundation Essay Contest

This is an essay contest for students in grades 9-12.  The theme of the essay is "What impact has an African American woman had on your life?  How did/does she enrich your life experiences?  What characteristics does she possess that inspires you the most?"

The essay must be typed double spaced in 12 font and between 250-300 words.

The deadline is May 4, 2013.

Essays may be emailed to hallb30236@yahoo.com or mailed to:

     Beryle Hall
     8102 Stevens Rd.
     Owings, MD  20736

Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest

The 7th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest begins on March 18th. Check out the below website to participate. http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm

If you have any questions please feel free to contact us at scholarshipadmin@gallerycollection.com.

Armed Forces Communication & Electronics Association Scholarship (AFCEA)

Three (3) $1500 scholarships will be awarded to deserving high school seniors who are interested in majoring in math, science and technology.  Applicants must have a 3.25 cumulative, weighted GPA or higher; pursue a college curriculum in communications, electronics, engineering, math, computer or other scientific discipline; include 2 letters of recommendation - one from a math or science teacher; include your high school resume and a 500 word essay describing your educational and career goals.

The deadline is April 10, 2013.  Applications are available in the AP Seminar Room scholarship drawer in the Guidance office.

Northrop Grumman Engineering Scholarship

This is a $10,000 scholarship for seniors planning to major in an engineering program.  The application is done online at:  Northrop Grumman.  Applicants must be US Citizens, major in engineering with a minimum GPA of 3.5 and a combined SAT score of 1700 or ACT score of 27.

Application requirements include a 500 word essay on your career goals and include 3 letters of recommendation.

The deadline is March 31, 2013.

Minds in Motion Scholar-Athlete Scholarship

This is a $1000 scholarship.  Applicants must have a 3.25 unweighted cumulative GPA and participated in high school athletics.

Scholarship recipients also receive a luncheon in their honor in the Super Bowl Champion Baltimore Ravens locker room at M&T Bank Stadium on June 4.

The application is available at:  Minds in Motion

The deadline is April 12, 2013.