January 2014 Scholarships

Thursday, December 19, 2013

  • Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) Freedom in Academia Essay Contest

    • Due: January 01, 2014
    • For High School Juniors and Seniors. Watch two short videos about real students who were censored and punished for speech that is protected by the U.S. Constitution. In 800-1000 words, discuss the videos you have seen and explain how these universities betrayed the purpose of a university and violated the constitutional guarantees of free expression.
  • Houston Chapter National Wild Turkey Federation
    • Due: January 01, 2014
    • Graduating Senior. 3.0 GPA. Student must support the preservation of the hunting tradition and actively participate in hunting activities. Essay required.
  • Modern Woodmen Scholarship
    • Due: January 01, 2014
    • Available to High school Seniors who are Modern Woodmen members. You must be in the upper half of your graduating class to be eligible for this award.
  • National Garden Clubs
    • Due: January 01, 2014
    • Essay: “-"Choosing to Make a Difference for a Better World". Grades 9 - 12. Contest must be sponsored by: single garden club, group of member clubs, councils or districts or a State Garden Club. State deadlines must be observed - usually in Fall of year.
  • National Wild Turkey Federation Scholarship
    • Due: January 01, 2014
    • 3.0 GPA. Must support the preservation of the hunting tradition and actively participate in hunting sports. Must hold a current NWTF membership.
  • Professional Grounds Management Society
    • Due: January 01, 2014
    • For students interested in pursuing higher education in landscape and grounds management, turf management, irrigation technology or a closely related field. Must be sponsored by a Professional Grounds Management Society member.
  • Young Playwrights Festival National Playwriting Competition
    • Due: January 02, 2014
    • Submit an original screen play. Must be 18 yrs of age or younger.
  • 1800wheelchair.com Scholarship
    • Due: January 04, 2014
    • At least 16 yrs. old, high school, college or university student. Write a poem, in a style of your choose, on the theme of overcoming a personal challenge.
  • John F Kennedy Profile In Courage Essay Contest
    • Due: January 06, 2014
    • Must submit an essay about an elected official who has chosen to do what is right, rather than what is expedient. Open to all students - grades 9 - 12.
  • GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship
    • Due: January 09, 2014
    • High School Senior. Demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity at school, home, workplace and the community. 3.0 GPA.
  • Ron Brown Scholarship
    • Due: January 09, 2014
    • For African American H.S. seniors. Applicants must excel academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need.
  • Air & Waste Management Association’s (A&WMA)
    • Due: January 10, 2014
    • Multiple scholarships available for full-time grad students studying courses leading to careers in air quality, waste management, environmental management/policy/law, and/or sustainability during the current academic year.
  • Burger King Scholars Program
    • Due: January 10, 2014
    • High school Senior. Minimum GPA 2.5, active in community and demonstrate financial need.
  • Carson Scholars Fund
    • Due: January 10, 2014
    • For students in grades 4-11 with GPA of 3.75 and display humanitarian qualities through community service
  • Certified Angus Beef Brand - Colvin Scholarship
    • Due: January 10, 2014
    • For Junior and Senior college students who demonstrate a commitment to the beef industry. Essay required.
  • International Executive Housekeepers Association
    • Due: January 10, 2014
    • For study at approved institutions. Applicant/parent must be member/participant of Intl. Executive Housekeepers Assn. Major/interest in hospitality administration, management or facilities management.
  • Kelly Lutz Memorial Scholarship
    • Due: January 10, 2014
    • Lost the life of at least one parent (biological or non) to cancer before the age of 22. Have an interest in education, arts, environment, math, or science.
  • Lea County Electric Cooperative, Inc - Texas
    • Due: January 10, 2014
    • For active members and dependents receiving service from Lea County Electric Cooperative, Inc. Must attend an accredited New Mexico or Texas school. Contact any Lea County Electric office or HS guidance office.
  • Texas Society of Professional Engineers
    • Due: January 10, 2014
    • HS senior, U.S. citizen, 3.0 GPA, enrolled in an ABET accredited engineering program, essay required.
  • MICHELIN NORTH AMERICA DEPENDENT SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
    • Due: January 13, 2014
    • Applicants must be a dependent child of a qualified employee of Michelin North America. Must be a senior in high school or an undergraduate student already attending a college or university and planning to attend college as a full-time student.
  • Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIASF)
    • Due: January 14, 2014
    • Available to first-time incoming college students or currently enrolled college students of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity. U.S. citizen or permanent resident. 2.7 GPA. Must apply for federal financial aid.
  • Create-A-Greeting-Card Scholarship Contest
    • Due: January 15, 2014
    • Create an original greeting card using photos, artwork or computer graphics. Open to legal residents of the US and District of Columbia, 14 years of age or older.
  • Dell Scholars Program
    • Due: January 15, 2014
    • Seniors who have participated in a college readiness program approved by the Dell Scholars Program. 2.4 GPA. U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
  • Gates Millennium Scholarship
    • Due: January 15, 2014
    • African American, American Indian/Alaskan native, Asian, Pacific Islander or Hispanic. Citizen or permanent resident. Must have at least a 3.3 GPA on 4.0 scale, have financial need and possess leadership abilities.
  • George Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship
    • Due: January 15, 2014
    • High school seniors, U.S. citizens who are planning a career of service in local, state or federal government. Essay required.
  • Humana Foundation
    • Due: January 15, 2014
  • Mensa Education and Research Foundation Scholarship
    • Due: January 15, 2014
    • Essay of 550 words or less describing applicant’s career, vocational, or academic goals. Aplicant does not have to be a member of a Mensa group.
  • Mensa Foundation Scholarships - Gulf Coast Mensa
    • Due: January 15, 2014
    • Gulf Coast Mensa awards local scholarships based entirely on essay submissions
  • National Ground Water Association - Len Assante Scholarship Fund
    • Due: January 15, 2014
    • Applicant must be in a 2-4 yr program leading to entering a field of study that serves, supports or promotes the ground water industry. 2.5 GPA.
  • National Multiple Sclerosis Society Scholarship Program
    • Due: January 15, 2014
    • For students who have multiple sclerosis or have a parent with multiple sclerosis.
  • National Precast Concrete Association Scholarship
    • Due: January 15, 2014
    • Available to students who will be majoring in civil engineering or construction-related studies. Must be planning to pursue a career related to the precast concrete industry and submit a letter of sponsorship from a NPCA member.
  • VII Corps Desert Storm Veterans Association Scholarship
    • Due: January 15, 2014
    • For servicemembers (or their children) who served in the VII Corps during Operations Desert Shield/Desert Storm or Provide Comfort. Must be high school graduate or equivalent.
  • Cat Lift Trucks Scholarships
    • Due: January 17, 2014
    • The scholarships are available to students in public or private schools within the Texas counties of Harris, Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Liberty, Montgomery and Waller. U.S. citizen. Rank in upper half of class. "B" average. Must pursue a degree in mechanical engineering or a business related-field.
  • DECA Scholarships
    • Due: January 17, 2014
    • Numerous scholarships available for national DECA members. Requirements and deadlines vary.
  • Panhandle Telephone Cooperative
    • Due: January 17, 2014
    • Graduating senior who resides with and is the child, adopted child, step-child, or full dependent ward of a parent or parents in the certified service area of Panhandle Telephone Cooperative, Inc.
  • XIT Rural Telephone - Texas
    • Due: January 17, 2014
    • For XIT Rural Telephone members' children who are HS seniors. See website for more complete requirements.
  • C-SPAN StudentCam Competition
    • Due: January 20, 2014
    • Entry must be a video documenetary that addresses this year’s StudentCam topic: "What's the most important issue Congress should consider in 2014?" Open to grades 6-12.
  • Four Chaplains Scholarship
    • Due: January 20, 2014
    • For High School and Middle School Students: Use your creativity to help tell the stories of military chaplains who gave their lives while serving their country.
  • HAZ LA U (MAKE THE U) Educational Grant
    • Due: January 20, 2014
    • Must be of Hispanic heritage. Must answer three questions concerning your Hispanic heritage and your service to the community. High school Senior.
  • Point Foundation Scholarships
    • Due: January 21, 2014
    • Open to students of all ages who are underprivileged and/or have been socially marginalized - principally by reason of sexual orientation.
  • Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarships
    • Due: January 24, 2014
    • For high school Seniors students in financial need who have demonstrated academic achievement, leadership and community involvement. Must reside in a participating local Chapter's geographic area. Check website for list of cities.
  • National Honor Society Scholarship Program
    • Due: January 27, 2014
    • Students cannot apply, but must be nominated through their high school National Honor Society chapter. If you are a high school senior, a member in good standing of your school's National Honor Society chapter, and wish to be considered for nomination, contact your local high school NHS Chapter Adviser.
  • Texas Caucus of Black School Board Members
    • Due: January 27, 2014
    • Applicants must be African American; have a "B" (3.0) average or above.
  • VSA arts International Young Soloists Award
    • Due: January 27, 2014
    • For young musicians with disabilities aged 25 and under who exhibit exceptional talent as vocalists or instrumentalists.
  • Toshiba Exploravision Awards
    • Due: January 30, 2014
    • Exploravision is a team competition for students K-12. The purpose of the competition is to encourage students to combine their imaginations with the tools of science to create and explore a vision of a future technology.
  • Action For Nature International Young Eco-Hero Awards
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • To recognize the individual accomplishments of young people (ages 8-16) whose personal actions have significantly improved the environment.
  • American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • For students who are pursuing an education in orthotics and prosthetics.
  • Association of Women in Mathematics Essay Contest
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • Open to all students in three categories: grades 6- 8, grades 9- 12, and college undergraduates. Essay must be primarily based on an interview with a woman currently working in a mathematical career.
  • Campusdiscovery.com
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • Fill out survey and answer essay question for chance to win scholarship. Essay topic: "Assume you could go back in time and talk to yourself as a high school senior. Knowing what you know now about college life and making the transition, what advice would you give yourself?"
  • Central Texas Branch of the American Public Works Association (CTB-APWA)
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • For graduating Central Texas HS seniors and/or college students. 2.5 GPA
  • Civitan Shropshire Scholarships
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • Candidates must be a Civitan, Campus Civitan, or Junior Civitan and must have been a member for at least two years.
  • CoServe Electric - W. Tip Hall Scholarship
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • For HS senior, US citizen with permanent residency served by CoServ Electric, one-year membership with CoServ Electric in good standing. Essay required.
  • Dupont Challenge Science Essay Awards Program
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • For 7th-12th grades. 700-1,000 word science essay required.
  • EECU - Glenn Mandeville Memorial Scholarship
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • For HS seniors in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area who are members in good standing with EECU or parent/legal guardian is. 2.5 GPA.
  • Elks National Foundation Legacy Award
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • For HS senior who is a child or grandchild of a living Elk who joined the order on or before April 1, 2011, or a charter member of a Lodge that was instituted on or after April 1, 2011 is eligible to apply. 250 awards available.
  • Emma L. Bowen Foundation for Minority Interest in Media
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • Minority HS juniors and seniors in selected cities with an interest in the media industry have the opportunity to work for partner companies through their senior year in college and earn matching dollars for college expenses.
  • Food Sales Association Scholarship
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • For Texas HS seniors working for participating retailers interested in a career in the food retail industry. Retailers have scholarship information.
  • LeRoy W. Homer Foundation Flight Training Scholarship
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • For students age 16 -23 who wish to pursue careers as professional pilots. Applies only to obtaining a private pilot license.
  • Lilly Reintegration Scholarship
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • For students who are diagnosed with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizophreniform disorder, or schizoaffective disorder. Must be age 18 years or older.
  • Naval Helicopter Association Scholarship
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • Available to students with a family affiliation to rotary wing aviation.
  • Princeton Prize in Race Relations
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • For HS students, grades 9 -12, in selected cities who have done outstanding work in their schools or communities to advance the cause of race relations.
  • ROTC/Navy/Marine Four-Year Scholarship
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • US citizen 17-23 years old, for freshman study at institutions hosting NROTC program. Demonstrate high academic achievement.
  • Texas AFL-CIO Scholarship Program
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • For children of members of local unions that are affiliated with the Texas AFL-CIO and the local Central Labor Council.
  • Texas History Essay Contest
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • Graduating Seniors are invited to submit essays reflecting an awareness of Texas history and exploring its relevance to the building of Texas. Topic: "The Seige and Battle of the Alamo"
  • Young Singers Foundation - Bev Sellers Scholarship
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • Be entering sophomore year or above in an accredited institution (college or university). Be pursuing a degree with a major in vocal music (performance, education, pedagogy or music therapy).
  • Jones Scholars Program
    • Due: End of January
    • 322 students will be selected as Jones Scholars
    • Need-based program that meets uncovered financial need, before loans, over a four- to six - year period
    • Expected to attend a 4-year college or university
    • Must enroll full time in the fall semester immediately following graduation from high school and successfully complete 12 credit hours each semester
  • Texas Student Housing
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • Must attend college in Austin, College Station, or Denton, Texas
    • Offering Texas high school and Texas community college graduates off-campus housing scholarships
    • These scholarships are open to students accepted or attending college in Austin, College Station, or Denton, Texas that have NOT signed off campus housing leases with a TSH facility managed by Asset Campus Housing.
    • University of North Texas and Texas Women’s University normally do not permit first year students to live off campus
    • Amount: $2,500/year
  • British American Foundation of Texas Junior Achievers Award
    • Due: January 31, 2014
    • This is a great opportunity for juniors. The Junior Achievers Award provides an opportunity for students to take a 12 day residential course in Great Britain and receive an introduction to British culture. All expenses are paid along with health insurance and a spending allowance
    • Click the link below to learn more and  view the application