Illustrators of the Future Scholarship - award $1,000- Deadline- December 31, 2019
To be eligible a student must:
- Be new or amateur artist who have not been professionally published and paid for more than their black and white illustrations, or more than one process color painting or have your work broadly featured to the general public through media.
Applications can be found at :
https://studentscholarship.org/scholarship/10032/illustrators_of_the_future_scholarship.php
Thursday, December 12, 2019
Thursday, December 5, 2019
You Deserve It Scholarship
You Deserve It Scholarship - $1,000 - 1 Award - Deadline: December 29, 2019
To be eligible a student must:
- Be a resident of the United States
-Be 16 years old or older, enrolled in college or registered in a high school.
Applications can be found at :
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/15589/you_deserve_it_scholarship_scholarship.php
To be eligible a student must:
- Be a resident of the United States
-Be 16 years old or older, enrolled in college or registered in a high school.
Applications can be found at :
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/15589/you_deserve_it_scholarship_scholarship.php
Edison Scholars Program- $40,000 - 30 Awards - Deadline December 16th, 2019
To be eligible a student must:
-be a high school senior with at least a 3.0 GPA, planing to pursue studies in the STEM fields at a four-year accredited college or university and show financial need.
- Eligible STEM majors include computer and information systems, engineering, engineering technology, management information systems, mathematics, natural resources and conversation and physical science.
Applications available at:
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/13965/edison_scholars_program_scholarship.php
To be eligible a student must:
-be a high school senior with at least a 3.0 GPA, planing to pursue studies in the STEM fields at a four-year accredited college or university and show financial need.
- Eligible STEM majors include computer and information systems, engineering, engineering technology, management information systems, mathematics, natural resources and conversation and physical science.
Applications available at:
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/13965/edison_scholars_program_scholarship.php
Thursday, November 14, 2019
Flourish Scholarship
Deadline November 30, 2019
$1,000- 1 award
To be eligible a student must:
-Be at least 13 years old and enrolled or will enroll in a college or university in the U.S.
-Be a legal resident of the U.S or Puerto Rico
Applications can be found at:
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/15371/flourish_scholarship_scholarship.pho
$1,000- 1 award
To be eligible a student must:
-Be at least 13 years old and enrolled or will enroll in a college or university in the U.S.
-Be a legal resident of the U.S or Puerto Rico
Applications can be found at:
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/15371/flourish_scholarship_scholarship.pho
10 Words or Less Scholarship
Deadline November 30, 2019
1 award- $500
To be eligible a student must:
-Be between the ages 14-25 who will be attending school in the fall of 2020
Applications can be found at :
https://studentscholarships.org/10258/10_words_or_less_scholarship_scholarship.php
1 award- $500
To be eligible a student must:
-Be between the ages 14-25 who will be attending school in the fall of 2020
Applications can be found at :
https://studentscholarships.org/10258/10_words_or_less_scholarship_scholarship.php
Bachus and Schanker Scholarship
Deadline November 30, 2019
$2,000 - 2 awards
To be eligible a student must:
-be a high school senior accepted to a four year university by the time of the award or full time student attending a four year college who carries a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
Applications can be found by going to:
https://www.studentscholarship.org/scholarship/13866/bachus_and_schanker_llc_scholarship.php
$2,000 - 2 awards
To be eligible a student must:
-be a high school senior accepted to a four year university by the time of the award or full time student attending a four year college who carries a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
Applications can be found by going to:
https://www.studentscholarship.org/scholarship/13866/bachus_and_schanker_llc_scholarship.php
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
MarylandJCI Senate Scholarship
This year Maryland JCI Senate will award two $1,000 Scholarships to deserving seniors from Maryland high schools. The Maryland winner will be chosen based on merit and need.
Deadline is January 25, 2020.
NO ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
More information can be found in the scholarship drawer in guidance or go to www.usjcisenate.org
The applications can be sent by mail to:
Patrick Allison
C/O Maryland JCI Senate
303 Sydney Lane
Denton, MD 21629
Deadline is January 25, 2020.
NO ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
More information can be found in the scholarship drawer in guidance or go to www.usjcisenate.org
The applications can be sent by mail to:
Patrick Allison
C/O Maryland JCI Senate
303 Sydney Lane
Denton, MD 21629
Live an Amazing Life Adventure Grant
Open to women 18-30 living in Maryland, with a plan to have an adventure. Adventures might include taking a class, traveling, attending an internship, fellowship,or volunteer program, doing research, or many more opportunities we haven’t thought of.
This is a one time grant of $3000, paid in installments.
Applications requirements include: detailed budget and proposal, letter of recommendation, and brief application. Deadline is January 12, 2020
This is a one time grant of $3000, paid in installments.
Applications requirements include: detailed budget and proposal, letter of recommendation, and brief application. Deadline is January 12, 2020
The Girls Gone Great Scholarship
Open to women 17-24, living in Maryland who are attending or plan to attend a 4 year college. Special considerations will be given to students who are transferring from a 2 year school to a 4 year college. This award is a one time grant of $3000.
Requirements include: a short essay, letter or recommendation, and a brief application.
Applications can be found in the scholarship drawer in guidance.
Deadline is January 12, 2020
Requirements include: a short essay, letter or recommendation, and a brief application.
Applications can be found in the scholarship drawer in guidance.
Deadline is January 12, 2020
Monday, November 4, 2019
Deadline: April 3, 2020
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) will select seven high school seniors in their service area to interview and possibly receive $1500 scholarships based on scholastic achievement, financial need, and community and school involvement.
Applicants must include...
- Proof of residency
- A letter of acceptance to a college or technical school
- A Student Aid Report (SAR) from FAFSA
- A one page essay, typed, double-spaced titled "Why Is a College Education Important to Completing my Lifetime Goals"
- Two letters of reference (minimum)
Applicants must also have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Monday, October 21, 2019
Griswold Home Care Scholarship
Griswold Home Care Scholarship- $1,000- 2 Awards - Deadline: November 30, 2019
To be eligible a student must:
-Currently be enrolled in a higher education program, or you must be a senior in high school with definite plans to enroll in a program next year.
Applications can be found at:
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/13867/griswold_home_care_scholarship_scholarship.php
To be eligible a student must:
-Currently be enrolled in a higher education program, or you must be a senior in high school with definite plans to enroll in a program next year.
Applications can be found at:
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/13867/griswold_home_care_scholarship_scholarship.php
YDI Scholarship
YDI Scholarship- $1,000 - 1 Award - Deadline: November 29, 2019
To be eligible students must:
-Be a resident of any of the 50 United States, District of Columbia or US Territories
-Be 16 years of age or older and be enrolled in a college or registered in a high school
Applications can be found at:
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/15589/you_deserve_it_scholarship_scholarships.php
To be eligible students must:
-Be a resident of any of the 50 United States, District of Columbia or US Territories
-Be 16 years of age or older and be enrolled in a college or registered in a high school
Applications can be found at:
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/15589/you_deserve_it_scholarship_scholarships.php
Real World Design Challenge Scholarships
Real World Design Challenge Scholarships - $50,000- 7 Awards- Deadline: November 22, 2019
To be eligible a student must:
-Be currently enrolled in high school
Applications can be found at :
https://studentscholarship.org/scholarship/10303/real_world_design_challenge_scholarships_scholarship.php
To be eligible a student must:
-Be currently enrolled in high school
Applications can be found at :
https://studentscholarship.org/scholarship/10303/real_world_design_challenge_scholarships_scholarship.php
Magnum Opus Scholarship
Magnum Opus Scholarship -$1000 -1 Award - Deadline: October 31st 2019
To be eligible a student must:
-Be at least 13 years old and enrolled or will enroll in a college or university in the U.S.
-Be a legal resident if the U.S. or Puerto Rico
Applications can be found by going to :
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/15375/magnum_opus_scholarship_scholarships.php
To be eligible a student must:
-Be at least 13 years old and enrolled or will enroll in a college or university in the U.S.
-Be a legal resident if the U.S. or Puerto Rico
Applications can be found by going to :
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/15375/magnum_opus_scholarship_scholarships.php
Thursday, October 17, 2019
KidGaurd High School Scholarship
KidGaurd High School Scholarship- $800 - Deadline October 31, 2019
To be eligible you must:
-Be a high school senior enrolled in any school in the United States
-Submit an essay answering one of the 2019 prompt questions
Applications can be found at :
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/14027/kidguard_high_school_scholarship_scholarship.php
To be eligible you must:
-Be a high school senior enrolled in any school in the United States
-Submit an essay answering one of the 2019 prompt questions
Applications can be found at :
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/14027/kidguard_high_school_scholarship_scholarship.php
Voice of Democracy Scholarship
Voice of Democracy Scholarship, Deadline: October 31, 2019- $30,000- 50 awards
To be eligible you must:
- Currently be in High School between the ages 9-12
- Be enrolled in a public, private or parochial high school or home study program in the United States
Applications can be found by going to:
https://studentscholarship.org/scholarship/9228/voice_of_democracy_scholarship_scholarship.php
To be eligible you must:
- Currently be in High School between the ages 9-12
- Be enrolled in a public, private or parochial high school or home study program in the United States
Applications can be found by going to:
https://studentscholarship.org/scholarship/9228/voice_of_democracy_scholarship_scholarship.php
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Daughters of the American Revolution
The Maryland State Society Daughters of the American Revolution will be awarding $1000 scholarships to Maryland residents. Deadline: January 15th
A 3.0 GPA is expected as well as goals toward earning an Associates or Bachelor's degree.
This is a renewable scholarship.
The application process includes the completion of the application as well as other required including 3 letters of recommendations from a teacher, school counselor, principal, or coach.
Volunteer work in the community as well as being an active member in a group such as scouts, yearbook, church etc. are encouraged.
The application is available in the guidance college career room in the scholarship drawer.
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Coca-Cola Scholars Program
Deadline: October 31, 2019
Available award : up to $25,000
To be eligible a student must:
-Be a high school student who will graduate during the 2019-2020 academic school year.
Applications can be found at :
http://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/8843/cocacolascholarsprogramscholarship.php
Available award : up to $25,000
To be eligible a student must:
-Be a high school student who will graduate during the 2019-2020 academic school year.
Applications can be found at :
http://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/8843/cocacolascholarsprogramscholarship.php
Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards
Deadline: October 15, 2019
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
-Be currently enrolled in high school and graduating in the spring of 2020
- Have a minimum unweighted gpa of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Applications can be found at the link listed below:
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/13676/hispaniceheritageyouthawardsscholarship.php
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
-Be currently enrolled in high school and graduating in the spring of 2020
- Have a minimum unweighted gpa of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Applications can be found at the link listed below:
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/13676/hispaniceheritageyouthawardsscholarship.php
Thursday, October 3, 2019
Kahlert Foundation Scholarship for Towson UTeach
The deadline for application to the Kahlert Foundation Scholarship for Towson UTeach (Incoming Freshmen) is December 1, 2019. This scholarship is for incoming freshman at Towson University, that study within the Towson UTeach Program in pursuit of a teaching certification in secondary school science or mathematics. To be eligible for this award you must be a Maryland resident, have a cumulative gpa of a 3.25 (unweighted), enroll and maintain status as a full-time TU student (at least 12 credits), and declare a major aligned with the Towson UTeach Program (the secondary education concentration of the mathematics, biology, chemistry, earth-
space science, or physics major).
To find out more information visit: https://www.towson.edu/fcsm/departments/uteach/
Submit an online application found at https://tinyurl.com/TU-Kahlert
space science, or physics major).
To find out more information visit: https://www.towson.edu/fcsm/departments/uteach/
Submit an online application found at https://tinyurl.com/TU-Kahlert
Tuesday, September 24, 2019
Fastweb
This is a great website to explore if you are looking for different scholarships that could be available to you. This website is free and easy to navigate. It includes scholarships, internships, student resources, part time jobs, and even financial aid tips. All you need to do is create a profile and download the app to get frequent notifications of new scholarship matches for you. Just remember not to share personal information besides your name and email.
Friday, September 13, 2019
Horatio Alger Scholarship
Application deadline is: October 25,2020
If determination, integrity and courage describe you- you have what it takes to be a Horatio Alger Scholar.
Eligibility criteria:
If determination, integrity and courage describe you- you have what it takes to be a Horatio Alger Scholar.
Eligibility criteria:
- Be enrolled full time as a high school senior in the United States; be progressing normally toward graduation in spring/summer of 2020 with plans to enter a college in the United States no later than the fall following graduation
- Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)
- Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
- Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
- Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
- Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and
- Be a United States citizen
To apply visit:
Welcome back!
Welcome back to the 2019-20 school year! Hopefully you will find this blog helpful as you get accepted to colleges and begin to decide how you will pay for college. Scholarships will be posted regularly, but will speed up after the new year. Favorite this website on your phone so you can regularly look. Stop by Guidance with any questions! Happy hunting!
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
Beach Elementary PTA Scholarship
The Beach Elementary PTA is offering a $500 scholarship to eligible students.
Thursday, May 9, 2019
The American Leigon Auxiliary Nursing Scholarship
DEADLINE: May 13, 2019
The American Legion Auxiliary will award a scholarship up to $1000 to a qualified
applicant seeking an advanced education in the field of nursing. Such
advanced education may be taken at any accredited school.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. An applicant who is a child, grandchild, or ward of an honorably discharged
service person, MIA, POW, KIA, Killed on Active Duty or current member of
the US Armed Forces, or whose parent, grandparent, or guardian is a
current or past member of the American Legion Post or Unit 274 will be
given priority.
2. Applicants must be a high school senior accepted to an accredited school
for nursing or current student enrolled at an accredited school for nursing.
3. Applicants must carry a minimum of twelve (12) college credit hours each
semester.
4. Applicants will be judged on qualities of character, citizenship, and
scholarship. Letters of Recommendation from various organizations
(school, church, community, clubs) should be submitted with the
application.
5. A one-page typed autobiographical essay on why you have chosen the
nursing field and featuring any unusual circumstances or significant events
must be submitted with the application.
6. A college acceptance letter should be submitted with the application.
7. The scholarship award may be used for room, board, books, tuition and/or
fees.
You can find this application in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
The American Legion Auxiliary will award a scholarship up to $1000 to a qualified
applicant seeking an advanced education in the field of nursing. Such
advanced education may be taken at any accredited school.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. An applicant who is a child, grandchild, or ward of an honorably discharged
service person, MIA, POW, KIA, Killed on Active Duty or current member of
the US Armed Forces, or whose parent, grandparent, or guardian is a
current or past member of the American Legion Post or Unit 274 will be
given priority.
2. Applicants must be a high school senior accepted to an accredited school
for nursing or current student enrolled at an accredited school for nursing.
3. Applicants must carry a minimum of twelve (12) college credit hours each
semester.
4. Applicants will be judged on qualities of character, citizenship, and
scholarship. Letters of Recommendation from various organizations
(school, church, community, clubs) should be submitted with the
application.
5. A one-page typed autobiographical essay on why you have chosen the
nursing field and featuring any unusual circumstances or significant events
must be submitted with the application.
6. A college acceptance letter should be submitted with the application.
7. The scholarship award may be used for room, board, books, tuition and/or
fees.
You can find this application in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
The American Leigon Auxiliary General Scholarship
DEADLINE: May 13, 2019
The American Legion Auxiliary will award a scholarship up to $1000 to a qualified
applicant seeking a Certificate, Associate or Bachelor Degree, or continuing
education at an accredited school.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. An applicant who is a child, grandchild, or ward of an honorably discharged
service person, MIA, POW, KIA, Killed on Active Duty or current member of
the US Armed Forces, or whose parent, grandparent, or guardian is a
current or past member of the American Legion Post or Unit 274 will be
given priority.
2. Applicants should submit high school or college transcripts with the
application.
3. A high school or work resume should be submitted with the application.
4. Applicants will be judged on qualities of character, citizenship, and
scholarship. Letters of Recommendation from various organizations
(school, church, community, clubs) should be submitted with the
application.
5. A one-page typed autobiographical essay on why you have chosen your
field of study and featuring any unusual circumstances or significant events
must be submitted with the application.
6. A college acceptance letter should be submitted with the application.
7. The scholarship award may be used for room, board, books, tuition and/or
fees.
You can find the application in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
The American Legion Auxiliary will award a scholarship up to $1000 to a qualified
applicant seeking a Certificate, Associate or Bachelor Degree, or continuing
education at an accredited school.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. An applicant who is a child, grandchild, or ward of an honorably discharged
service person, MIA, POW, KIA, Killed on Active Duty or current member of
the US Armed Forces, or whose parent, grandparent, or guardian is a
current or past member of the American Legion Post or Unit 274 will be
given priority.
2. Applicants should submit high school or college transcripts with the
application.
3. A high school or work resume should be submitted with the application.
4. Applicants will be judged on qualities of character, citizenship, and
scholarship. Letters of Recommendation from various organizations
(school, church, community, clubs) should be submitted with the
application.
5. A one-page typed autobiographical essay on why you have chosen your
field of study and featuring any unusual circumstances or significant events
must be submitted with the application.
6. A college acceptance letter should be submitted with the application.
7. The scholarship award may be used for room, board, books, tuition and/or
fees.
You can find the application in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
Wednesday, May 8, 2019
2019 Calvert County Fair Miss Tranquility and Lord Calvert Contest
This is a scholarship for students and is not due till next year- in the Fall. For students ages 16-19.
DEADLINE: September 6, 2019
The selection of Miss Tranquility and Lord Calvert will be made not only on the basis of
public speaking ability and poise, but also on scholastic achievement and participation in
school and community activities.
The winners and first runners up will each receive a college
scholarship and all other contestants will each receive a check (as long as all required hours
have been fulfilled).
All participants will be required to attend and assist with events during
the Fair. Miss Tranquility and Lord Calvert will also represent the Calvert County Fair at
several countywide events during their reigns.
If you would like to become a contestant, fill out the application
and return it, along with your official school transcript and your sponsor’s entry fee of
$50.00, by Friday, September 6, 2019.
You can find a copy of the application form in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer. m
DEADLINE: September 6, 2019
The selection of Miss Tranquility and Lord Calvert will be made not only on the basis of
public speaking ability and poise, but also on scholastic achievement and participation in
school and community activities.
The winners and first runners up will each receive a college
scholarship and all other contestants will each receive a check (as long as all required hours
have been fulfilled).
All participants will be required to attend and assist with events during
the Fair. Miss Tranquility and Lord Calvert will also represent the Calvert County Fair at
several countywide events during their reigns.
If you would like to become a contestant, fill out the application
and return it, along with your official school transcript and your sponsor’s entry fee of
$50.00, by Friday, September 6, 2019.
You can find a copy of the application form in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer. m
Thursday, April 11, 2019
Erica Weems Memorial Scholarship
DEADLINE : April 30, 2019
Erica Weems was killed in a car accident in 2007 and was a graduate from Calvert High School. She was an athlete and as an adult shared her abilities and talents as a coach and teacher at Patuxent High. This scholarship, in her name, will be awarded to two female athletes in the amount of $1000 each.
Requirements:
- Must be a female athlete.
- Must be a senior planning to attend college.
- Must demonstrate strong character and a positive outlook on life.
- Coach's recommendation.
- Required Essay.
Applications available in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship drawer.
Tuesday, April 2, 2019
CAESS Scholarship
DEADLINE: April 29, 2019
The Calvert Association of Educational Support Staff represents the instructional assistants, secretaries, nurses, child care, cafeteria, custodial and maintenance staff in the CCPS.
CAESS will award two (2) $250 scholarships to graduating students from CCPS.
Each student must:
The Calvert Association of Educational Support Staff represents the instructional assistants, secretaries, nurses, child care, cafeteria, custodial and maintenance staff in the CCPS.
CAESS will award two (2) $250 scholarships to graduating students from CCPS.
Each student must:
- Be a relative of a CAESS member in good standing
- Must complete the application
- Submit verification of enrollment in or acceptance to school of higher education
- Attend school of acceptance/enrollment by fall in the year the scholarship is awarded
- Submit a transcript from high school guidance office
- Have two letters of recommendation, at least one from a CCPS staff member
- 200 word essay, entitled: "What Is Important to Me?"
You can find a copy of this application in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
2019 Warrior's Legacy Scholarship Fund
DEADLINE: May 1, 2019
Federal Resources' Warrior's Legacy Scholarship was created to support the families of those who protect us all, and to give back to those who put their lives on the line for us each and every day.
Award: $5,000
Award: $5,000
Eligibility:
- Be a senior graduating high school in 2019 or be a full-time student currently enrolled in an accredited technical school, college, or university in the United States.
- Have a minimum 3.0 GPA based on a 4.0 grading system.
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
- Have a parent/guardian with proper service certification (police, EMT, paramedic, fire fighter, military).
- Submit a 500+ word essay (no longer than 2 pages).
You can apply for this scholarship here:
https://www.federalresources.com/scholarship/
Monday, March 25, 2019
Maryland Emergency Management Association 2019 Student Scholarship Program
DEADLINE: April 5, 2019
1) Any member of MDEMA and their immediate family are not eligible for the scholarship
program. Immediate family members are those who reside with MDEMA members.
2) Applicant must be a senior attending an accredited Maryland High School that has been
accepted to a two or four-year college / university.
3) All applications will be reviewed by the Association’s Scholarship Committee. Scholarships
will be awarded based on the quality of the applicant’s essay, completion of the local emergency
management contact form, community involvement, student records, G.P.A., financial need and
personal references.
You can find an application packet in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
1) Any member of MDEMA and their immediate family are not eligible for the scholarship
program. Immediate family members are those who reside with MDEMA members.
2) Applicant must be a senior attending an accredited Maryland High School that has been
accepted to a two or four-year college / university.
3) All applications will be reviewed by the Association’s Scholarship Committee. Scholarships
will be awarded based on the quality of the applicant’s essay, completion of the local emergency
management contact form, community involvement, student records, G.P.A., financial need and
personal references.
You can find an application packet in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
Windy Hill Middle School PTSA Scholarship
DEADLINE: May 14, 2019
Students who attended Windy Hill Middle School are eligible for this scholarship.
The scholarship is in the amount of $500.00.
Pick up an application in guidance in the scholarship drawer in the career room.
Friday, March 15, 2019
Concerned Black Men of Calvert County Scholarship
DEADLINE: April 29, 2019
You can find this scholarship in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
You can find this scholarship in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
Thursday, March 14, 2019
Spring 2019 Scholarships
EARLIEST SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: March 30, 2019
LATEST SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: June 30, 2019
You can find over 15 scholarships in this packet.
The scholarship with the earliest deadline is March 30, and the scholarship with the latest deadline in June 30. There are many other scholarships due on all of the dates in between!
Pick up a packet in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer to see what scholarships you are eligible for!
LATEST SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: June 30, 2019
You can find over 15 scholarships in this packet.
The scholarship with the earliest deadline is March 30, and the scholarship with the latest deadline in June 30. There are many other scholarships due on all of the dates in between!
Pick up a packet in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer to see what scholarships you are eligible for!
Thursday, March 7, 2019
WMCCAI-Scholarship Application
DEADLINE: March 31, 2019
Award: $1,000
Requirements:
- A grade point average of 2.5 or higher
- Official H.S. transcript
- Letter of Recommendation
- Completed application and essay
Judges will base their final decision upon: Best overall essay/presentation of the essay topic: “If You Were a Community Association Board Member, What Changes Would You Like to See in Your Community and How Would You Implement Them?”
You can find this application and more information about the requirements in the PHS Scholarship Drawer in the Guidance Career Room.
Women in Technology Scholarship
DEADLINE: April 15, 2019
You can find this application in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
WITS offers multiple scholarships to women pursuing a career in computer science, information technology (IT), management information systems, or another related field. Applicants must be enrolled at, or accepted to, a two or four-year
college or university in the United States for the 2019 Fall semester.
Candidates will be assessed based on the following criteria:
- Academic Performance
- Applicant Summary
- Community Service and Extracurricular Activities
- Leadership Experience and Qualities
Eligibility: At the time of award, women students must be enrolled at, or accepted into, either a two or four-year college or university within the United States for the 2019 – 2020 school year. At the time of scholarship payment, women students must be enrolled for classes at a college or university within the United States for the Fall 2019 semester. Eligible women students must be planning a career in computer science, information technology, management information systems, or another related field as solely determined by VIP.
Awards: $2,500.00 per recipientYou can find this application in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
Friday, March 1, 2019
Educational Systems Federal Credit Union Scholarships
DEADLINE: April 1, 2020
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All of the scholarship information is also included on SupportEducation.org. You can also find a flier with this information in the PHS Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
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Dorothy Marvil Scholarship
1 Scholarship amount $3,000
Qualifications: Applicant must meet the following criteria:
– Member of Educational Systems Federal Credit Union
– Graduating high school senior
– Minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA
– Under the age of 21
Rosemary Brinkley Business and Finance Scholarship
2 Scholarships amount $3,000
Qualifications: Applicant must meet the following criteria:
– Member of Educational Systems Federal Credit Union
– Graduating high school senior currently enrolled in a business or finance curriculum
– Minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA
All of the scholarship information is also included on SupportEducation.org. You can also find a flier with this information in the PHS Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
Thursday, February 28, 2019
Federal Water Quality Association Scholarship
DEADLINE: April 8, 2019
The Federal Water Quality Association (FWQA) is seeking young women and men preparing for careers in environmental protection to apply for 2019 scholarships.
Eligibility:
- Graduating seniors from high schools in Washington, DC and surrounding counties, planning on pursuing environmental careers.
- You must be accepted into a 4-year bachelor's program in an acceptable field of study prior to receiving the award. (environmental sciences, environmental engineering, civil engineering, biology, chemistry, chemical engineering, or natural resource planning- other areas may be accepted as well.)
Award: $2,000
You can find this application and more information about it in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
Friday, February 22, 2019
Children's Aid Inc. Scholarships
DEADLINE: April 15, 2019
Children’s
Aid, Inc.
George
& Mary Lou Brezina Memorial Scholarship
Children’s
Aid, Inc. will award a one-time $1,000 scholarship providing financial
assistance to a student graduating from a Calvert County public high school for
undergraduate study in the field of Education.
Criteria: To be eligible for
consideration, the student must:
1. Be
a resident of Calvert County.
2. Be
a graduating high school senior enrolled in one of Calvert County’s public high
schools.
3. Have
a GPA of 3.0 or above.
4. Be
an Education major.
and
Children’s
Aid, Inc.
Paul
Taylor Memorial Scholarship
The Paul Taylor Memorial Scholarship is a one-time $1,000 scholarship providing financial assistance to a student graduating from a Calvert County public high school who is pursuing an undergraduate, associate degree or Career and Technical Education (CTE) training (skilled trade/vocation) in an automotive related field
Criteria: To be eligible for
consideration, the student must:
1. Be
a resident of Calvert County
2. Be
a graduating high school senior enrolled in one of Calvert County’s public high
schools
3. Have
a GPA of 2.5 or above
4. Be
enrolled in the Calvert Career and Technology Academy
5. Be
pursuing an undergraduate, associate degree or Career and Technical Education
(CTE) training (skilled trade/vocation) in an automotive related field
Scholarship News Letter
This news letter packet has 15 different scholarship programs you can apply for.
You can download the newsletter here:
https//www.studentscholarships.org/newsletter.php
or you can find a copy in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
You can download the newsletter here:
https//www.studentscholarships.org/newsletter.php
or you can find a copy in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
Thursday, February 14, 2019
The Links Inc. Scholarship
DEADLINE: April 1, 2019
Eligibility:
You can find this application in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
Eligibility:
- US Citizen residing in the Tri-County area
- 2019 graduating high school senior
- Application completed (Part A, B, C, and D of application)
Award: $500.00
You can find this application in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Scholarships for Jewish Students
DEADLINE: April 1, 2019
Central Scholarship awards $1,000,000 to Maryland residents each year for college and career training.
One application *
Over 80 scholarship programs *
Nearly 250 winners*
You can apply here:
https://central-scholarship.org/
Central Scholarship awards $1,000,000 to Maryland residents each year for college and career training.
One application *
Over 80 scholarship programs *
Nearly 250 winners*
You can apply here:
https://central-scholarship.org/
Morgan State University Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter Scholarship
DEADLINE: April 19, 2019
Who may apply: Current High School Seniors who will be graduating in Spring 2019 and will be attending Morgan State University beginning the Fall 2019 Semester. Applicant must have minimum 2.5 GPA on 4.0 scale. Must go to a school in Calvert County, Charles County, Prince George's County, and St. Mary's County.
Award: $500-$1000
You can find this application in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
Who may apply: Current High School Seniors who will be graduating in Spring 2019 and will be attending Morgan State University beginning the Fall 2019 Semester. Applicant must have minimum 2.5 GPA on 4.0 scale. Must go to a school in Calvert County, Charles County, Prince George's County, and St. Mary's County.
Award: $500-$1000
You can find this application in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
The Senate of Maryland Jack Bailey's Legislative Scholarship
DEADLINE: April 15, 2019
In order to be eligible for this scholarship you must live in legislative District 29, you must have completed you current year FAFSA, and you must have created an MDCAPS account, located on the Maryland Higher Education website. ( https://mhec.state.md.us/Pages/default.aspx )
You must be attending a Maryland institution, and must be in a degree seeking program.
You will need an official sealed transcript either submitted with your application or sent to their office by the deadline.
You can find the application here:
https://jackbaileyforstatesenate.com/scholarship.html
To check if you live in the correct district, visit http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/webmha/frm1st.aspx?tab=home&poptype=fine&popid=
In order to be eligible for this scholarship you must live in legislative District 29, you must have completed you current year FAFSA, and you must have created an MDCAPS account, located on the Maryland Higher Education website. ( https://mhec.state.md.us/Pages/default.aspx )
You must be attending a Maryland institution, and must be in a degree seeking program.
You will need an official sealed transcript either submitted with your application or sent to their office by the deadline.
You can find the application here:
https://jackbaileyforstatesenate.com/scholarship.html
To check if you live in the correct district, visit http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/webmha/frm1st.aspx?tab=home&poptype=fine&popid=
Thursday, February 7, 2019
Optimist Club of Calvert-Prince Frederick Knapp Scholarship & Jim King Scholarship
DEADLINE: April 15, 2019
Two scholarships will be awarded. First place will receive $8,000 ($2,000 per year), and second place will receive $6,000 ($1,500 per year).
Applicants will be judged on character, citizenship, scholastic ability, community service, and financial need.
Requirements:
You can find this application in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
Two scholarships will be awarded. First place will receive $8,000 ($2,000 per year), and second place will receive $6,000 ($1,500 per year).
Applicants will be judged on character, citizenship, scholastic ability, community service, and financial need.
Requirements:
- Must reside in Calvert County and be in the current graduating class of a CCPS School
- Children, stepchildren, and grandchildren of members of the Optimist Club are not eligible
- Must be accepted o a college or university approved by the Optimist Club prior to award distribution
- Must complete the essay requirements stated on the second page of the application
- Funds for ensuing years will be paid during the month of August, directly to the student, upon the receipt of a certificate of enrollment for the fall semester and a copy of their current transcript
- Scholarships are scheduled for four (4) annual payments
- Recipients of the scholarship are expected to attend the June 10, 2019 meeting of the Optimist Club of Calvert-Prince Frederick to receive their award.
You can find this application in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
Wednesday, February 6, 2019
Masonic Charities of Maryland
DEADLINE: March 1, 2020
One hundred finalists will be chosen for this scholarship, each receiving $500. Two students will receive awards of $2,500 and $5,000.
Applicants will be chosen based upon:
One hundred finalists will be chosen for this scholarship, each receiving $500. Two students will receive awards of $2,500 and $5,000.
Applicants will be chosen based upon:
- Leadership in School and Community
- Participation in School Activities
- Personal Resume
- Academics (SAT and GPA documentation preferred)
- Financial Need
- References/Recommendation
- Overall neatness of application
You can find copies of this application in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
Monday, February 4, 2019
The American Legion Scholarship
DEADLINE: March 31, 2019
The American Legion is awarding scholarships to qualified applicants who seek advanced education in the field of their choice. Such as advanced training, whether it is academic, vocational or technical, may be taken at any school that is accredited.
Eligibility-
The American Legion is awarding scholarships to qualified applicants who seek advanced education in the field of their choice. Such as advanced training, whether it is academic, vocational or technical, may be taken at any school that is accredited.
Eligibility-
- Must be a high school senior, and the child, grandchild, or ward of an honorably discharged service person, MIA, POW, KIA, Killed on Active Duty, or current member of the US Armed Forces or the parent, grandparent, or guardian must be a current or past member of American Legion Post #274 in Lusby, MD.
- Must be admitted to school prior to their 25th birthday.
- Have a minimum of 12 college credit hours, or the equivalent to each semester. Official transcript from the school that the grades are satisfactory (2.0 on a 4.0 scale).
- At the end of each semester, the student shall notify, in writing, the Scholarship Committee I he or she withdraws or fails to enter the college or school.
Reward: Up to $5,000
You can find the application packets in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
Support Education Foundation 2019 High School Scholarships
DEADLINE: April 1, 2019
Scholarships:
Scholarships:
- Dorothy Marvil Scholarship - Reward: $3,000
Eligibility-
- Member of Educational Systems Federal Credit Union
- Graduating high school senior
- Minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA
- Under the age of 21
- Rosemary Brinkley Business and Finance Scholarship - Reward: $3,000
Eligibility-
- Member of Educational Systems Federal Credit Union
- Graduating high school senior currently enrolled in a business or finance curriculum
- Minimum of 2.75 cumulative GPA
You can learn more at SupportEducation.org and/or pick up the flyer in the PHS Guidance Career Room Scholarship Drawer.
The Phi Delta Kappa Prospective Educator Scholarships
DEADLINE: April 3, 2019
The Phi Delta Kappa Prospective Educator Scholarships
The PDK Educational Foundation awards more than 30 scholarships each year to prospective educators, with awards ranging from $500 to $5000. Applications are accepted from January 3, 2019 through April 3, 2019.
PDK Prospective Educator Scholarships are available for high school seniors as well as current undergraduate students. PDK International is a family of education associations, which includes PDK International, Educators Rising,
and Pi Lambda Theta. To be eligible for a scholarship, you must be a member of at least one of the associations:
- PDK International
- Educators Rising
- Pi Lambda Delta
Scholarships for Undergrads & Graduating H.S. Seniors
Deadline: April 1st, 2019 at 11:59 pm
Scholarships for
Undergrads & Graduating H.S. Seniors! |
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Check out
5 of over 80 scholarships available to Maryland residents for the 2019-2020 school year! The scholarships highlighted below
are just a few of those available for graduating high school seniors and undergraduate
college students who meet Central Scholarship's General
Eligibility Requirements.
Central Scholarship awards $1,000,000 to Maryland residents each year for college and career training. |
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Straus Foundation Scholars Grants - up to $5,000
The Chernak Family Scholarship Fund - up to $2,000
Richard Louis Caplan Memorial Scholarship for the Study of
Music Performance - up to $5,000
Buddy Roogow Scholarship - up to $2,500
Mary Rubin and Benjamin M. Rubin Scholarships for Women
* One application *
* Over 80 Scholarship Programs *
To apply visit:
https://central-scholarship.scholarships.ngwebsolutions.com/ScholarX_ApplyForScholarship.aspx?applicationformid=7093&AYID=1018
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