Local Information and Scholarships
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BBB Student of Integrity Scholarship
This scholarship is designed to recognize and promote ethics and integrity among young people.
Dead line September 21
Arts Recognition Talent Search (ARTS) Awards
Open to seniors 17-18 years of age. Scholarships for Dance, Film, Video, Jazz, Music, Photography, Theatre, Visual Arts, Voice and Writing. Go to: http://www.nfaa.org/
Application Deadline: October 1st
Registration (Audition or portfolio Nov.1st )
Wendy’s High School Heisman Award
Students who excel in academics, athletics and student leadership can apply at www.wendysheisman.com Deadline: October 1st Apply Now!!
AES Engineering Scholarship
Scholarships are intended for our future leaders. You do not have to be an engineering student.
Deadline October 5th
Horatio Alger Scholarship.
Students who demonstrate integrity, determination, courage and have overcome adversity may apply. Students must have a 2.0 GPA or greater.
www.horatioalger.org/scholarships
Deadline: October 25th
Coca Cola Scholars
$1.8 million is awarded annually to 250 students nationwide.
The scholarship is based on Leadership, Commitment to
Community and Academic Achievement.
To apply, go to www.coca-colascholars.org.
Awards are $4,000 and $20,000
Application Deadline: October 31. Can apply now!!
November Deadlines
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
Students who have performed significant volunteer work
over the past year. To apply go to www.prudential.com/spirit orwww.principals.org/prudential
Award is $1,000 and two from every state
Application Deadline: November 1st.
FIRST FREEDOM STUDENT COMPETITION
Online Registration Deadline: Monday, November 23, 2009
Postmark Entry Deadline: Saturday, November 28, 2009
Announcement of Winners: Tuesday, April 13, 2010 (Thomas Jefferson's birthday)Click on the link below for eligibility requirements and guidelines.
http://www.firstfreedom.org/education/studentcomp/guidelines.html
December Deadlines
University of St. Thomas. Science, Math & Engineering
awards include full tuition or $4,000.
Application deadline: December 1
2009 American Civil Liberties Union Youth Activist Scholarship
Award is $12,500 and an opportunity to attend two Youth Activist Leadership Institute trainings, one in New York and one in Washington.
Student will be selected by JHS Scholarship Committee.
Application Deadline: December 5, 20
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
55 Second Street, Suite 1500
San Francisco, CA 94105
877.473.4636
Fax: 415.808.2302
http://www.hsf.netApplication Deadline: December 15th 2011
Burger King Scholars
One student nominated per school.
Awards of $1,000
Application deadline: December 15
http://www.sms.scholarshipamerica.org/bkscholars/
2006 SAE Engineering Scholarships – for students who plan to pursue a degree in engineering or related sciences. Open to juniors and seniors. You must be a U.S. citizen and have a 3.5 GPA. Applications are available online at http:www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm. Deadline: December 1.
AXA Achievement Scholarship – for seniors with an OUTSTANDING achievement in their life and/or for others. $10,000 scholarship to one senior from each state. Top winners – extra $15,000, internship, computer. See www.axa-achievement.com. Deadline: December 15.
Mensa Education and Research Foundation
Essay contest for students enrolled in accredited
U.S. Institution for 2006-07 school year.
http://merf.us.mensa.org/scholarships/zipfinder.php
Awards $300 - $1,000
Application deadline: Dec.31
January Deadlines
The Gates Millennium Scholars
by Bill and Melinda Gates for low-income of specific ethnic
backgrounds.
Awards vary
Application deadline: Jan. 12
Minnesota State University Mankato (MSU)
Scholarship opportunity for
students admitted to MSU.
Award amounts vary
Application deadline: Jan. 15
Sam Walton Community Scholarship
Open to high school students. Students do not
need to be an employee of Wal-Mart or Sam’s Club
Awards $1,000 - $25,000
Application deadline: Jan. 14
Discover Card Tribute Award
For Juniors with a GPA of 2.75 or above and
planning on post-secondary education.
www.discoverfinancial.com/data/philanthropy/tribute
Awards of $2,500 to $25,000
Application deadline: Jan. 31
St. Benedict & St. John’s University
I-L-E-A-D Scholarship for underrepresented
students, & students with financial needs who
meet GPA and ACT requirements.
Materials in CRC
10-15 awards from
$7,500 to $17,500
Application deadline: Jan. 31
February Deadlines
Epsilon Sigma Alpha
A number of endowments and scholarships for
incoming college freshmen meeting requirements.
149 awards distributed in 2005
Application deadline: Feb. 2, 2009
Phi Delta Kappa
International Scholarship Grant for Perspective
Educators.
www.pdkintl.org/awards/pros_eds.htm
Awards of $100
Application deadline: Feb. 1
Southwest Minnesota State University
Access and Opportunity Scholarship
For students from a St. Paul or Minneapolis public school district, a GPA or 3.0+ and an ACT score or 22+
Awards up to $6,000
Application deadline: February 1
Philanthrofund Foundation
For gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender (GLBTG) students or students from a GLBTG family
awards of $1,000 to $3,000
application deadline: February 1
Oprah’s National High School Essay Contest
Topic: Why is Elie Wiesel’s book Night relevant today?
Application deadline: Feb. 6
St. Paul Optimist Club
400-500 word essay on: “I’m unique Because. . ..:
Jeri Gorman 651.690.4576
Awards up to $5,000
Application deadline: Feb. 10
Best Buy Scholarships
For seniors who are dedicated to helping their communities.
Awards of $1,000 to $25,000
Application deadline: Feb. 15
Coss Family Scholarship Fund
For students in Ramsey and Dakota Counties and
enrolled FT or PT in college for 2006-07.
Application in CRC
www.cossfamily.scholarshipamerica.org
Awards $500 to $3,500
Application deadline: Dec. 31through Feb. 15
Minnesota Women’s Golf Association (MWGA)
For MN female seniors going to college with an
interest in golf.
Applications in the CRC
Reward up to $8,000
Application deadline: Feb. 15
www.mngolf.org/allied_mwga.cfm
National Commissions for Cooperative Ed
Open to high school students with a GPA of 3.5+.
Awards up to $5,000
Application deadline: Feb. 15
Normandale Community College Scholarships
For new Normandale CC students
www.normandale.edu/financialaid
Annual awards $750 to $2,000
Application deadline: Feb.15
Monsanto
For a high school who plans to pursue a career in an agriculture-related field.
awards of $1,500
application deadline: February 15
AXA Achievement Community Scholarship
For students who have demonstrated outstanding
achievement in school, community or work.
www.axaonline.com/axafoundation
Awards of $2,000
Application deadline: Feb. 17
MN HS Seniors write an essay on how a licensed
MSCA school counselor has impacted them.
Girl Scout Gold Award Scholarship
For Girl Scouts if the St. Croix Valley who have earned the Gold Award and meet the GPA criteria.
Awards of $1,000 to $2,500
Application deadline: Feb. 24
Viterbo Univeristy, LaCrosse, WI
For seniors interested in a career in the health sciences.
www.viterbo.edu/admission/scholl.html
Pre-professional scholarship award worth up to $68,000.
Application deadline: Feb.24
St. Paul Area Council of Churches
Margaret Dreves Scholarship for active in congregations affiliated with the Council.
Nine awards of $750
Application deadline: Feb. 28
US Bank Internet Scholarship Program
Random drawing award open to HS students.
www.usbank.com/cgi_w/cfm/studentloans/marketing.cfm
Awards of $1,000
Application deadline: Feb. 28
AXA Achievement Community Scholarship
For students who have demonstrated outstanding
achievement in school, community or work.
www.axaonline.com/axafoundation
Awards: $2,000, $10,000 & $25,000 Application deadline: February 17.
March Deadlines
ACACIA Leadership Scholarship
For a male graduating senior who will attend Iowa State University.
Awards op to $2,000
Application available in the CRC
Application deadline: March 1
http://www.financialaid.iastate.edu/Scholarships/freshman.htm#ACACIA
Amnesty International Human Rights Essay Contest
For all Minnesota students grades 9-12.
Prices of $350 and $150
Deadline: March 1
Dept. of English @ Minnesota State University – Mankato
A creative writing scholarship for students attending
Minnesota State University – Mankato.
Awards of $800
Application available in the CRC
Application deadline: March 1
http://english.mnsu.edu/awards/awardshighschool.htm
Minnesota Agricultural Educational Leadership Council (MAELC)
For students wishing to pursue a degree and career in Agricultural Education.
Awards vary
Application deadline: March 1
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
Vernetta Wilson Memorial Scholarship for African-American students.
Application available in the CRC
Awards range between $500 to $1,500
Application deadline: March 3
http://www.financialaid.iastate.edu/Scholarships/scholarapps/Delta%20Sigma%20Theta.pdf
Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion Council
For students that are pursuing an education in the agriculture-related field after high school.
10 awards of $1,000
Application deadline: March 3
Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY) 2006
“Got Milk” America’s Milk Processors & USA Today
For outstanding scholar athletes in grade 12.
Award of $7,500
Application deadline: March 3
Minnesota Timberwolves Fastbreak Foundation &
American Family Insurance
For high school seniors in MN, SD, and ND.
www.nba.com/timberwolves/community/education.html
Five awards of $2,000
Application deadline: March 6
American Association of University Women
For high school women in St. Paul and suburban schools in the upper 1/5 of their class.
Four awards of $3,000
Application deadline: March 15
American Cancer Society
For students Minnesota, WI, SD, IA, who are youth
cancer patents/survivors.
Applications available in the CRC.
Application deadline: March 15
http://www.cancer.org/downloads/COM/Youth%20Scholarship%20application-2007.pdf
Kohl’s Kids who Care
Scholarships for kids 6-18 years of age for post-secondary education.
Awards of $1,000 to $5,000
Application deadline: March 15
Latino Leadership Scholarship to
St. Thomas University
For Latino students attending St. Thomas University.
http://www.stthomas.edu/cathstudies/cst/outreach/leaderscholar.html
Application deadline: March 15
United Way - Juliet Evans Nelson Scholarship
For a junior in high school who is making a difference in the
greater Twin Cities area through volunteering.
Awards of $2,500
Application deadline: March 17
St. Paul Optimist Club
Public speaking opportunity on “My Future is
Bright Because. . .”
Jeri Groman 651.690.4576
Awards up to $1,500
Application deadline: Mar. 20
St. Paul Optimist Club
For students who are deaf or hard of hearing on
“My Future is Bright Because. . .”
Jeri Groman 651.690.4576
Awards up to $1,500
Application deadline: Mar. 30
April Deadlines
The Conclave
For students interested in the radio/music industry
Three scholarships totaling $65,000
Application deadline: April 1
Minnesota PTA
For high school seniors entering the field of
education at a Minnesota public institution.
Applications available in the CRC
Awards of $500
Application deadline: April 6
Olga B Hart Education Foundation
For students wanting to become an educator.
Applications available in the CRC
Awards of $2,000 to $3,000
Application deadline: April 14
St. Paul Federation of Teachers
For the students of parents or guardians who are members of the St. Paul Federation of Teachers
Applications in the CRC
2 awards of $1,000
Application deadline: 4 pm, April 14
Dakota County Technical College Scholarship Opportunities
For students who have applied for admissions to an eligible program at DCTC
Awards in a variety of scholarships and amounts
Application deadline dependent upon specific scholarship.
UNICO a national Italian American Organization
Twin Cities Chapter
For students of Italian decent.
Applications available in the CRC.
Application deadline: April 21
May Deadlines
Holocaust Remembrance Project
Essay Contest about the Holocaust
Awards up to $10,000 May 1
Page Education Foundation
For MN graduating high school students of color who plan to study at a MN school next year.
500 renewable grants starting at $1,00 to $1,300
Application deadline: May 1
Minnesota Association of Townships
For Minnesota HS Juniors
Applications in CRC
Four awards up to $1,000 each
Application deadline: May 1
June Deadlines
Sigma Phi Epsilon, Curtis J. Carlson Outstanding
Freshman Male Scholarship
For men attending the U of Minnesota as freshmen
in the fall of 2006. Fraternity participation not required.
Application available in the CRC.
Four awards of $1,000 and text book stipends.
Application deadline: June 9
