Scholarship Announcements
Do you need help with the FAFSA or finding scholarships?
Take a look at this link: collegecovered.com/assist
SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH WEBSITES:
http://www.moolahspot.com/scholarship/
https://www.salliemae.com/college-planning/college-scholarships/
https://www.collegexpress.com/
Do you know what scholarship information is available in our Guidance department?
Students may stop by the Guidance Scholarship wall to find more information about the scholarships below. Deadlines are fast approaching, so please be sure to apply as soon as possible.
Junior Charity League
The Junior Charity League Scholarship is available in Guidance and in Mrs. Jana Moore's room at UCHS.
Casi George Scholarship
Casi George Scholarship applications are now available in Guidance.
Requirements: Seniors attending a 4 your college/university with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline: March 27, 2020
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Scholarship for Female, African-American Seniors
Application available online: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfLo5Qj9hpO3Ol4lmLsrXhOcclm9TcfZec53CNSvtiIRmG6iA/viewform
Other requirements: transcript, 2 letters of recommendation, an essay outlining "Why the SAC should provide financial assistance to support your pursuit of a baccalaureate degree."
Deadline: February 28, 2020
Additional details in Guidance office
South Carolina 1K – No Effort Scholarship~ Monthly Give-A Way
Enter for a chance to win $1,000 for college- each month -simply by entering (each month) No Gimmicks!
Who is Eligible?
If you're a high school junior, senior, college student, or parent, you're eligible for the giveaway.
Just enter your name, email, and phone. Seriously, that's it. Make sure to apply each month.
https://www.scstudentloan.org/noeffort#webform-submission-1k-entry-form-paragraph-172-add-form
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. With the 31st class in 2019, the Foundation has provided over 6,150 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $69 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.
Apply now! High school seniors may visit Cokeurl.com/Apply2019 to apply to be a Coca-Cola Scholar.
Horatio Alger National Scholarship Program
TO APPLY GO TO: https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/
Horatio Alger National Scholarship Program : ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES.
As one of the nation's largest need-based college scholarship programs in the country, the Horatio Alger Scholarship Programs specifically assist high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. While many programs are directed primarily to recognizing academic achievement or leadership potential, the Horatio Alger Association seeks students who have exhibited determination, integrity, and perseverance in overcoming adversity, as well as have critical financial need.
DENNY’S HUNGRY FOR EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS
All applicants must be enrolled in an accredited educational institution (K-12, high school and college) in the United States or Puerto Rico.
• All applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or Puerto Rico.
• If an applicant under the age of 18 is selected as a potential Hungry for Education scholarship recipient, in order to be confirmed as a winner, the student’s parent or legal guardian must sign an Affidavit of Eligibility and Assignment of Rights.
• Scholarship funds awarded to winners must be used for education, such as tuition and related fees, books, supplies, and equipment required for courses at an accredited post-secondary education institution.
• Student must possess a minimum 2.5 GPA (high school and college). NOTE: Each partner organization may have additional requirements; however, GPA level varies.
• High school and college students must meet GPA level and other requirements set by each organization.
• Students may apply for one scholarship per program year.
To Apply and learn more about this scholarship-Go to:
https://www.dennyshungryforeducation.com/scholarships#IconCards_COLLEGE
Hampton Wildlife Fund Scholarships for Graduating Seniors
Harry Hampton Scholarship for students in the natural resources disciplines of wildlife biology, fisheries biology, forestry, marine or environmental science
4 years: $5000 per yearWallace F Pate Scholarship for students in the natural resources disciplines of wildlife biology, fisheries biology, forestry, marine or environmental science One (1) One Year: $2000
David M Cline Scholarship for students who wish to further their education in law enforcement, criminal justice, forensic science
(1) One Year: $2000James O Thomason Scholarship for students who wish to further their education in print or photo journalism, advertising, public relations, or mass communications; requires a topical essay (see criteria & application)
Four (4) Years: $2000 per yearScholarship Application & Criteria
Download at www.HamptonWildlifeFund.org/scholarship.html
Deadline: January 31, 2020
*Harry Hampton & Pate Scholarships are combined in 1 application
*The David M Cline & James O Thomason scholarships have 2 separate application forms
**Please be sure to complete all pages of the applications and carefully review the criteria for award. Each application must be accompanied by high school transcripts, SAT/ACT Scores, and essays.
Lyceum Scholars Program at Clemson University - $10,000 Scholarship to study the moral, political, and economic foundations of a free society
Please see the Guidance Wall for more information.