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Jesse H. and
Mary Gibbs Jones Scholar Program
o Due: January 9, 2014
o Seniors
o Be a current high school senior who is planning to graduate from one of the qualifying Houston area high schools in the 2014-2015 academic year.
o Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited four-year college or university and pursue a bachelor's degree for the entire upcoming academic year.
o Amount: $16,000
§ http://jones.scholarsapply.org/default.aspx
Mahindra Texas Pride Scholarship
Due: March 31, 2015
Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors
Be a current high school student actively enrolled in CTE throughout their high school career. Students much have successfully completed at least three credits in two or more CTE courses.
Amount: $1,000
http://www.ctat.org/awards-and-scholarships/student-scholarships-application/
o Due: January 9, 2014
o Seniors
o Be a current high school senior who is planning to graduate from one of the qualifying Houston area high schools in the 2014-2015 academic year.
o Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited four-year college or university and pursue a bachelor's degree for the entire upcoming academic year.
o Amount: $16,000
§ http://jones.scholarsapply.org/default.aspx
Mahindra Texas Pride Scholarship
Due: March 31, 2015
Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors
Be a current high school student actively enrolled in CTE throughout their high school career. Students much have successfully completed at least three credits in two or more CTE courses.
Amount: $1,000
http://www.ctat.org/awards-and-scholarships/student-scholarships-application/
· Create Real Impact Contest
o Due: October 10, 2014
o Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors, College Students
o Open to high school and college students between the ages of 14 and 22. Submit a piece of art, music, creative writing, video, or a phone application that addresses the problem of distracted and reckless driving.
o Amount: $1,500
§ http://www.createrealimpact.com/
· MyProjectorLamps Scholarship
o Due: October 13, 2014
o Seniors, College Students
o For high school Seniors or current college students. Create a one page essay detailing ideas about the use of multimedia and data visualization in K-12 classrooms. Explore modern teaching methods and propose specific ideas for visual and interactive presentation in K-12 classrooms for improved knowledge retention.
o Amount: $500
§ http://www.myprojectorlamps.com/scholarships.html
· National Rice Month Scholarship
o Due: October 13, 2014
o Seniors
o For high school seniors from the rice-growing states of Arkansas, California, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri and Texas. To enter, students must conduct an activity to promote U.S.-grown rice in September, which is National Rice Month.
o Amount: $1,500 - $4,000
§ http://www.usarice.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1043&Itemid=68
· Broadcast Education Association Scholarships
o Due: October 14, 2014
o Seniors, College Students
o For study at 4-year or graduate BEA member institution. Major/career interest in radio/television/film.
o Amount: $1,500 - $5,000
§ http://www.beaweb.org/scholarships.htm
· American Alliance for Health,Physical Education,Recreation and Dance - Ruth Abernathy Presidential Scholarship
o Due: October 15, 2014
o College Students
o Applicant must be majoring in the field of health,physical education,recreation or dance. Must be a member of AAHPERD (Can join with scholarship app)
o Amount: $1,250 - $1,750
§ http://www.shapeamerica.org/scholarships/abernathyscholarship.cfm
· Central Intelligence Agency Undergraduate Scholar Program
o Due: October 15, 2014
o Seniors
o U.S. citizen, 1500 SAT/21 ACT, 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, financial need, major in science or engineering, must work for the CIA after graduation
o Amount: Up to $18,000 a year for tuition, books and fees.
§ https://www.cia.gov/careers/student-opportunities/index.html
· La Unidad Latina Foundation
o Due: October 15, 2014
o College Students
o Hispanic student who is currently enrolled in an eligible bachelor’s or master’s degree program at an accredited four-year college or university. Eligible Degrees: all Bachelor degrees and Master of Arts, Master of Science, Master of Public Administration/Policy, Master of Social Work, Master of Education, and Master of Divinity.
o Amount: $250 - $1,000
§ http://www.lulf.org/apply/
· National Dairy Herd Information Association
o Due: October 15, 2014
o Seniors, College Students
o For a family member or employee of a herd on DHI test or a family member of an employee, or employee of a DHI affiliate.
o Amount: $750
§ http://www.dhia.org/scholarship.asp
· College JumpStart Scholarship
o Due: October 17, 2014
o Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors, College Students
o Available to high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors and current college students. Must be committed to going to school and be able express your goals for getting a higher education.
o Amount: $250 - $1,500
§ http://www.jumpstart-scholarship.net/application-us/
· National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts (NFAA) - Young Arts Foundation
o Due: October 17, 2014
o Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors
o This program provides recognition and awards to high school senior artists in grades 10 - 12 or ages 15 - 18 who are active in the performing, literary and visual arts. U.S citizen or permanent resident. Must submit audition/portfolio materials to be considered for an award. Registration deadline is October 17, 2014.
o Amount: $250 - $10,000
§ http://www.youngarts.org/apply
· Joe Foss Institute Video Scholarship Contest
o Due: October 19, 2014
o Juniors, Seniors
o Create a video, no more than three minutes in length, using the theme "Keepers of the Constitution: Service and Freedom".
o Amount: $5,000
§ http://www.joefossinstitute.org/joe-foss-institute-programs/educational-scholarships/
· Dr Pepper Million Dollar Tuition Giveaway Contest
o Due: October 20, 2014
o Student between the ages of 18-24
o Ages 18 - 24. Tell us your one of a kind story and how you plan to make an impact on the world. Deadlines vary for different contests. Must have valid Facebook account.
o Amount: $5,000 - $100,000
§ http://www.drpeppertuition.com/program-details
· InternationalStudent.com Travel Video Contest
o Due: October 22, 2014
o 18 years or older
o Submit video that tells us about your proposed study abroad. If you are already an international student, the video can tell about any trip you would like to take.
o Amount: $4,000
§ http://www.internationalstudent.com/contest/how_to_enter/
· American Academy of Neurology - Neuroscience Research Prize
o Due: October 23, 2014
o Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors
o For high school students grades 9-12 who present a project or original laboratory research in the field of neuroscience.
o Amount: $1,000
§ http://tools.aan.com/science/awards/?fuseaction=home.info&id=11
· Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest - Ayn Rand Institute
o Due: October 24, 2014
o Seniors, College Students
o Must write an essay on a specific topic related to Ayn Rand's novel "Atlas Shrugged". For current college students and high school Seniors.
o Amount: $50 - $10,000
§ http://essaycontest.aynrandnovels.com/AtlasShrugged.aspx?theme=blue
· Horatio Alger Association Scholarship Program
o Due: October 25, 2014
o Seniors
o U.S. citizen. High school Senior. Maintain a min GPA of a 2.0. For students who have overcome major obstacles in their life, have a commitment to use their college degrees in service to others and demonstrate financial need.
o Amount: Up to $22,000
§ https://www.horatioalger.org/scholarships/apply.cfm
· Carrington Dental Centre Scholarship Application
o Due: October 30, 2014
o Seniors, College Freshman & College Sophomores
o Be between the ages of 16-22. Answer the essay question on website. Must be a resident of Canada or the United States.
o Amount: $500
§ http://www.westkelownadentists.ca/apply.php
· National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y)
o Due: October 30, 2014
o Students 15-18 years of age
o Full, merit-based scholarships for eligible high school students to learn less commonly taught languages in summer and academic-year overseas immersion programs.
o Amount: Expenses associated with program
§ http://www.nsliforyouth.org/eligibility/
· Charleston Defense Contractors Association
o Due: October 31, 2014
o All High School and College Students
o For high school or currently enrolled college students. Create unique application and a one-minute video detailing the functions of the application and how it can be utilized by the general public. The competition will focus on three different target areas: 1. Safety 2. Quality of Life 3. Financial
o Amount: $250 - $2,500
§ http://www.charlestondca.org/studentapp
· Coca Cola Scholarship
o Due: October 31, 2014
o Seniors
o High school Seniors. Selection criteria includes character, personal merit, ethnic and economic background and must pursue a degree from an accredited university.
o Amount: $10,000 - $20,000
§ http://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/applicants/#programs
· DUCK® BRAND DUCT TAPE Stick or Treat Contest
o Due: October 31, 2014
o Ages 14 and older
o Enter an image of your Halloween craft, decoration, costume or jack-o-lantern (real or fake) decorated with Duck Tape. Ages 14 or older.
o Amount: $1,000
§ http://www.stickortreat.com/
· Hydrographic Society of America – Houston Chapter (THSOA – HC)
o Due: October 31, 2014
o College Students
o Available to full-time students who are currently enrolled in a Hydrographic, Geomatic, Ocean Sciences or Geographic Information Science degree program and can demonstrate an interest in marine or offshore survey, mapping or positioning. Must be currently a resident in Texas or plan on attending a college in Texas.
o Amount: $500 - $1,000
§ http://houston.thsoa.org/page-561771?
· JERRY'S ARTARAMA ART SCHOLARSHIP
o Due: October 31, 2014
o College Students
o Students - Nominate Yourself: Are you a student in a fine art program or are you headed into one? All you have to do is fill out the form, tell us your story, and show us your work!
o Teachers - Nominate a Student: Teachers, do you have a student who is aspiring to be an artist? Nominate them and, if your student is awarded the scholarship, your class will receive a $250 Supply Pack as well!
o Amount: $5,000
