Newly Added Scholarships You NEED TO APPLY to!

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• Houston Gold Association Scholarship
• Due: February 7, 2014
• Applicants must be a member of the 2014 high school graduating class
• Applicants must be enrolling as a full time student (12 hours minimum/semester) in an accredited two or four-year college or university in the Fall of 2014
• Primary residency of the legal guardian(s) is within the greater Houston area which includes the following counties: Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, and Waller
• Amount: $20,000 ($2,500 paid each semester for four years)
• www.hga.org

• Public Service Recognition Week Essay Contest
• Due: March 24, 2014
• Essay contest participants are asked to write 500 words about how they would make a difference as an employee of Houston municipal government.
• Amount: $300 - $2,000
• http://cohemployeenews.com/essay-contest

• The Ladies Auxiliary to the Houston Engineering and Scientific Society Scholarship
• Due: March 31, 2014 (postmarked)
• Female graduating in the class of 2014
• Must be able to show excellence in scholarship, character, personality, inventiveness, adaptability and the spirit of cooperation
• Must have been accepted in a college of engineering or related science.
• Amount: $2,000
• Application forms and further information are available in Ms. Cochran’s office!

• Champion Energy Scholarship
• Due: April 1, 2014
• Be a current high school senior or full time undergraduate college student
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
• Be a resident of or attend college in Texas, Illinois, Pennsylvania or New Jersey
• Essay Required
• Amount: $1,000 - $5,000
• http://www.championenergyservices.com/programs/scholarship/

February 2014 Scholarships

American Atheists Scholarships

• Due: February 01, 2014
• Applicants must be Atheist and have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or more. Essay required.
• Amount: $1,000 - $2,000
• http://www.atheists.org/scholarship/application

Athletes of Good News/SportQuest All-American Program

• Due: February 01, 2014
• Must be nominated by school, coach, youth pastor, parent or others. Program will reward Christian student athletes for their athletic accomplishments, academic achievements and boldness to impact their generation through a life of Christian character. Must be currently a high school sophomore, junior or senior.
• Amount: $300 - $1,500
• http://www.allamericanaward.org/

AXA Achievement Community Scholarship Program

• Due: February 01, 2014
• Available to high school Seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their activities in their school, community, or workplace.
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• Amount: $2,000
• http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/community-scholarships.html

Community Foundation of Southwest Kansas

• Due: February 01, 2014
• Multiple scholarships available.
• Amount: Not listed
• http://communityfoundationswks.com/scholarships.htm

Delta Theta Chi National Scholarship

• Due: February 01, 2014
• For students who reside in the United States with high academic achievement.
• Amount: $3,500
• http://www.deltathetachi.org/Scholarships.html

Dixie Youth Baseball Scholarships

• Due: February 01, 2014
• High school Senior. Applicant must have been registered on a Dixie Youth Baseball team participating in a franchised Dixie Youth Baseball, Inc. league prior to reaching age 13. Check website to see which states participate in the Dixie Youth Baseball Program.
• Amount: $2,000
• http://youth.dixie.org/Main_Drop-Down_Navigation/Scholarships/scholarships1c78.htm

ESA (Epsilon Sigma Alpha) Foundation General Scholarship

• Due: February 01, 2014
• Scholarships available for college, technical school or on-line courses.
• Amount: Not listed
• http://www.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarships-and-grants

FRANK KAZMIERCZAK MEMORIAL MIGRANT SCHOLARSHIP

• Due: February 01, 2014
• For a migrant farmworker student who wishes to pursue a career in teaching. Essay required.
• Amount: $1,000
• http://www.migrant.net/migrant/scholarships/index.htm

Future Farmers of America Scholarships

• Due: February 01, 2014
• Various scholarships available for current members of FFA. Must be U.S. citizen.
• Amount: Varies
• https://www.ffa.org/programs/grantsandscholarships/Scholarships/Pages/default.aspx

International Association of Fire Fighters Scholarship

• Due: February 01, 2014
• For sons, daughters or legally adopted children of fire fighters killed in the line of duty
• Amount: $2,500
• http://www.iaff.org/et/scholarships/index.asp

Jaycee War Memorial Fund Scholarships

• Due: February 01, 2014
• http://www.jci.cc/controlpanel/documents/ScholarshipApplicationRequest%20edit.pdf

National Cowboy Museum - John F. and Anna Lee Stacey Scholarship Fund for Art Education

• Due: February 01, 2014
• For ages 18-35 with a patent affinity with the classical tradition of western culture. 4 to 6 images uploaded to Museum's ftp site, 4 or more letters of reference
• Amount: Up to $5,000
• http://www.nationalcowboymuseum.org/education/staceyfund/default.aspx

NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION AND THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF SANITARIANS

• Due: February 01, 2014
• For full-time junior/senior or graduate study; major/career interest in environmental science and/or public health.
• Amount: Not listed
• http://www.neha.org/scholarship/scholarship.html

Oncology Nursing Society Foundation Academic Scholarships

• Due: February 01, 2014
• For individuals who are interested in and committed to oncology nursing and pursuing a bachelors, masters or doctoral degree in nursing.
• Amount: $2,000 - $5,000
• http://www.onsfoundation.org/apply/ed

Sam Houston Electric Cooperative Scholarship

• Due: February 01, 2014
• For graduating HS seniors whose parents/legal guardians are active members of Sam Houston Electric Cooperative, Inc.
• Amount: Not listed
• http://www.samhouston.net/community/scholarships

Society of Manufacturing Engineers Scholarship Program

• Due: February 01, 2014
• For graduating HS seniors, undergraduates, masters or doctoral degree students pursuing degrees in engineering at two-year and four-year colleges.
• Amount: Varies
• http://www.smeef.org/scholarships/

SPJST Scholarships - Texas

• Due: February 01, 2014
• Must have an active SPJST insurance certificate in force for one year and hold an active SPJST insurance certificate for the duration of the scholarship or grant.
• Amount: Not listed
• http://www.spjst.org/scholarships.html

SportQuest Playing with Purpose Scholarship.

• Due: February 01, 2014
• Available to high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors who play at least one sanctioned high school sport at the varsity level. Must have a minimum 2.0 GPA and be a committed follower of Christ to be eligible for this award.
• Amount: $300 - $2,500
• http://www.allamericanaward.org/applicationformintro.html

Texas Restaurant Association - W. Price Jr. Memorial Scholarship

• Due: February 01, 2014
• Texas resident who will be or is presently enrolled in a food service or hospitality major. 2.75 GPA.
• Amount: $2,000
• http://www.restaurantville.com/foundation/student-resources/tra-scholarship

Texas Technology Student Association

• Due: February 01, 2014
• Members of TSA, graduating Seniors and plan to teach Technology Education or major in a Technology related field.
• Amount: $1,200-$2,000
• http://www.texastsa.org/

NFLRushFantasy

• Due: February 02, 2014
• NFLRUSH Fantasy Football is for young fans who want to play fantasy football and follow their favorite players. Weekly and Grand prizes are limited to registered users age 6-15 with parental consent.
• Amount: $1,000 - $10,000
• http://fantasy.nflrush.com/rush

Field Scovell Scholarship Foundation

• Due: February 03, 2014
• Open to all North Texas high school graduates who continue their higher education in the state of Texas or at a Big 12 Conference or Southeastern Conference university. Must have "C" average.
• Amount: $4,000
• http://www.scovellscholarship.com/main/index.php

Las Casas Foundation

• Due: February 03, 2014
• For HS seniors with interests and abilities in the performing arts in San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas.
• Amount: Not listed
• http://www.lascasasfoundation.org/Scholarships

National Peace Essay Contest

• Due: February 03, 2014
• Essay Topic: "Security Sector Reform, Political Transition and Sustainable Peace". Grades 9 - 12.
• Amount: $1,000 - $10,000
• http://www.usip.org/category/course-type/national-peace-essay-contest

RentACenter - Make a Difference Scholarship

• Due: February 03, 2014
• Must be current or past customers (or relatives) or dependents of employes of Rent-A-Center, Get It Now!, Rim Tyme, RAC Financial Services or RAC Acceptance in good standing. 2.0 GPA
• Amount: $1,000
• https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/makeadifference/

Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation

• Due: February 04, 2014
• For students pursuing graduate degrees in public service fields. Students must be college juniors at the time of selection.
• Amount: $30,000
• http://www.truman.gov/

Texas Rural Water Association

• Due: February 05, 2014
• To assist qualified individuals in their pursuit of a higher education and a potential career in the water and/or wastewater industry.
• Amount: Varies
• http://trwa.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=193

American Foreign Service Association Scholarship

• Due: February 06, 2014
• Student must be claimed as a dependent of U.S. government foreign service employee (active, retired, deceased or separated). High school Senior.
• Amount: $1,000 - $4,000
• http://www.afsa.org/scholarships.aspx

American Meteorological Society Freshman Undergraduate Scholarship

• Due: February 07, 2014
• Open to all high school students who plan to pursue a degree in the atmospheric or related oceanic or hydrologic sciences. U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
• Amount: $5,000
• http://www.ametsoc.org/amsstudentinfo/scholfeldocs/index.html

American Meteorological Society Minority Scholarships

• Due: February 07, 2014
• Scholarship especially for Hispanic, Native American, and Black/African American students pursuing careers in the atmospheric or related oceanic and hydrologic sciences.
• Amount: $3,000
• http://www.ametsoc.org/amsstudentinfo/scholfeldocs/index.html

American Physical Society Minority Scholarships

• Due: February 07, 2014
• For Black, Hispanic or Native American students majoring in physics. U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Must be a high school senior, college freshman or sophomore.
• Amount: $2,000
• http://www.aps.org/programs/minorities/honors/scholarship/index.cfm

Texas 4-H Youth Development Program Opportunity Scholarships

• Due: February 07, 2014
• Current member (including 2 of last 3 years) of Texas 4-H and Youth Development Program. US citizen, Texas resident, graduating senior. Check with county 4-H for actual deadlines.
• Amount: $1,000
• http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/scholarships

Military Order of the Purple Heart Scholarship

• Due: February 11, 2014
• For a spouse, widow, child or grandchild of a MOPH member or veteran killed in action or a Purple Heart recipient. U.S. citizen. 2.75 GPA. Essay required.
• Amount: $3,000
• http://www.purpleheart.org/Scholarships/Default.aspx

Courageous Persuaders Scholarship

• Due: February 12, 2014
• High school students create a television commercial targeting middle school students, warning about the dangers of alcohol use.
• Amount: $250 - $3,000
• http://www.courageouspersuaders.com/

Davidson Fellows Scholarship

• Due: February 12, 2014
• Available to extraordinary young people who have completed a significant piece of work in mathematics, science, technology, music, literature, or philosophy that has the potential to benefit society. Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Be under 18 years of age as of Oct. 1.
• Amount: $10,000 - $50,000
• http://www.davidsongifted.org/

Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship

• Due: February 12, 2014
• For HS seniors or college freshmen or sophomores with 3.0+ GPA. See website for more information
• Amount: Varies
• http://jimmyranefoundation.org/index.php/scholarships

Society of Petroleum Engineers/Gulf Coast Section Scholarships

• Due: February 12, 2014
• U.S. citizen, plan to work in the petroleum industry, major in science or engineering, reside in Houston, TX area or 29 county Gulf Coast area. SAT - 1650.
• Amount: $1,500
• http://www.spegcs.org/committees/scholarship-internship/

Strata Marketing, Inc. Scholarship Program

• Due: February 13, 2014
• Applicants must be dependent children under the age of 25 of Strata Marketing, Inc. employees.
• Amount: Up to $10,000
• https://www.scholarshipprograms.org/strata/indexcss.php

Do Something - Teens for Jeans Scholarship

• Due: February 14, 2014
• Sign up on website and collect and donate gently used jeans to any local Aeropostale store. Everyone who takes action in the campaign and reports back to DoSomething will be considered for this award.
• Amount: $5,000
• http://www.dosomething.org/scholarships

Foundation for Rural Education and Development (FRED) Scholarship

• Due: February 14, 2014
• For students in Rural America. Applicants must have a letter of nomination from a participating FRED Donor Circle company.
• Amount: $1,000 - $5,000
• http://www.fred.org/scholarships.html

HSF/ AT&T Foundation Scholarship

• Due: February 14, 2014
• Must be of Hispanic heritage. Must be a dependent of an AT&T employee.
• Amount: $1,500 - $2,500
• http://www.hsf.net/en/scholarships/programs/hsf-att-foundation-scholarship

National Commission for Cooperative Education Co-op Scholarship

• Due: February 14, 2014
• High school seniors planning to participate in college cooperative education attending participating institutions listed on website. Early applications encouraged. 3.5 GPA.
• Amount: $6,000
• http://www.waceinc.org/scholarship/index.html

National Guard Association of Texas

• Due: February 14, 2014
• Must be an active and life member of NGAT or their spouse or child.
• Amount: $500 - $5,000
• http://www.ngat.org/educate.php

National High School Journalist of the Year

• Due: February 14, 2014
• For students interested in pursuing journalism as a career. 3.0 GPA.
• Amount: $1,000 - $3,000
• http://jea.org/home/awards-honors/journalist-of-the-year/

Nueces Electric Cooperative - Ramiro De La Paz Scholarship

• Due: February 14, 2014
• For Nueces Electric Cooperative members who will attend a Texas university. All applicants must submit an application, references and SAT / ACT scores. Must be a High School Senior.
• Amount: $500
• http://www.nueceselectric.org/communityService/education_programs/scholarship.aspx

Professional Achievers for Community Excellence (PACE)

• Due: February 14, 2014
• Female graduating African American Senior. 2.5 GPA. Applicant must have demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, extracurricular or other activities.
• Amount: $1,000
• http://www.pacedfw.org/Scholarship_Application.htm

Proton Energy Scholarship Program

• Due: February 14, 2014
• For HS senior, college student or an innovator with an idea to meet a real world need using hydrogen power.
• Amount: $50,000 - $100,000
• http://www.protononsitescholarship.com/apply.asp

QF Scholarships for LGBTQA students

• Due: February 14, 2014
• For lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered high school seniors. Essay required.
• Amount: $1,000
• http://queerfoundation.org/

Texas Chapter of the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (TXNAHRO) Scholarship

• Due: February 14, 2014
• Graduating Texas High School Senior. A resident of public housing or a participant in Section 8 program.
• Amount: $1,000
• http://www.txnahro.org/Scholarship/Applicationoverview.html

25th Infantry Division Association Scholarship

• Due: February 15, 2014
• Must be a child or grandchild of an active member of the Association or a son or daughter of a former member of the Division deceased during active combat.
• Amount: $1,500
• http://www.25thida.org/associat.html#scholarships

Accelerated Genetics' Youth Recognition Scholarship

• Due: February 15, 2014
• Any high school senior planning to major in agriculture and who has participated in high school agriculture education, 4-H or an agricultural organization are eligible to apply. In addition, the applicant or their parents must be currently purchasing products from an authorized Accelerated Genetics' representative.
• Amount: $500
• http://www.accelgen.com/news/article/english/9/43/accelerate-your-college-education-with-scholarships--from-accelerated-genetics/

Aircraft Electronics Association Educational Foundation

• Due: February 15, 2014
• Multiple scholarships for students seeking careers in the aircraft electronics and aviation maintenance industry.
• Amount: $1,000 - $35,000
• http://www.aea.net/educationalfoundation/scholarships.asp

Alzheimer's Foundation of America - Teens College Scholarship

• Due: February 15, 2014
• US citizen or permanent resident with plans to attend college within 12 months. 1200 - 1500 word essay required.
• Amount: $250-$5,000
• http://www.afateens.org/about_new.html

Asian Pacific Islanders for Professional and Community Advancement

• Due: February 15, 2014
• For full-time graduating high school seniors with a (minimum GPA 2.75 on 4-point scale, or 3.44 on 5-point scale) of any ethnic or cultural background. Must be a resident of one of the following eight states or regions that have APCA chapters: Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Missouri, Michigan, New Jersey, Texas, and the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area.
• Amount: $2,000
• http://www.apca-att.org/scholarship.html

Association for Migrant Educators of Texas (AMET) Scholarship

• Due: February 15, 2014
• The AMET Scholarship program is designed to assist high school Junior or Senior migrant students who have a history of migration and are planning to continue their education upon graduation. 2.0 GPA.
• Amount: $1,000
• http://www.ametx.org/Scholarship-Information.html

Catholic Aid Association

• Due: February 15, 2014
• Must have been a member of Catholic Aid Association for at least two years. Entering a Catholic or state college or university.
• Amount: $500 for Catholic universities, $300 for state universities.
• https://www.catholicunitedfinancial.org/page.aspx?ID=5376&sb=

Catholic United Financial Scholarship Program

• Due: February 15, 2014
• Applicant must be a member of Catholic United Financial for at least 2 years prior to application deadline.
• Amount: $300-500
• https://www.catholicunitedfinancial.org/Page.aspx?ID=5378

Daughters of The American Revolution National Society Scholarships

• Due: February 15, 2014
• Scholarships sponsored by the Daughters of the American Revolution. Other scholarships available through state and local chapters.
• Amount: Varies
• http://www.dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm#general

EOD Memorial Foundation Scholarship Award

• Due: February 15, 2014
• Applicants must be the child, stepchild, spouse, or grandchild or other DoD recognized dependent of a graduate of NAVSCOLEOD.
• Amount: Not listed
• http://www.eodwarriorfoundation.org/scholarship/

International Society for Optical Engineering Scholarship

• Due: February 15, 2014
• Scholarships for students studying optics, optical science and engineering. Essay required and 2 recommendations. Must be member of SPIE.
• Amount: $2,000 - $11,000
• http://spie.org/x1733.xml

ISA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

• Due: February 15, 2014
• Currently enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate program in an instrumentation, systems or automation discipline. 2.5 GPA.
• Amount: $5,000
• http://www.isa.org/Content/NavigationMenu/General_Information/Students/Scholarships/Scholarships.htm

Jackie Robinson Foundation

• Due: February 15, 2014
• Minority high school senior, U.S. citizen. Have demonstrated high academic achievement and financial need. Show evidence of leadership potential and interest in their communities
• Amount: Up to $7,500 per year
• http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/general-applicants.php

Making Seniors Homemade Cards for Valentine's Day

• Due: February 15, 2014
• Create a handmade Valentine's Day cards to lift the spirits of older adults across the country during a peak time of isolation and depression and be entered to win the Making Seniors Handmade Cards for Valentine's Day scholarship.
• Amount: $4,000
• http://www.dosomething.org/user/login?destination=node/731167

National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences

• Due: February 15, 2014
• Demonstrate exceptional talent as a creator of video programming as well as outstanding academic achievement and potential for success in a highly competitive profession.
• Amount: $10,000
• http://emmyonline.org/scholarship

Society of Physics Students Scholarships

• Due: February 15, 2014
• Multiple scholarships. Applicants must be undergraduates applying in their junior or senior year with a major in physics and be active members of the Society of Physics Students.
• Amount: $2,000 - $5,000
• http://www.spsnational.org/programs/scholarships/

Tejas Chapter NSDAR - National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution

• Due: February 15, 2014
• Must be a D.A.R. member or referred to Scholarship Committee by a member of Tejas Chapter. High school Senior or current college student.
• Amount: $500
• http://www.texasdar.org/chapters/Tejas/Scholarship.html

Jackie Robinson Foundation

• Due: February 15, 2014
• Be a graduating, minority high school senior;
• Plan to attend an accredited and approved four–year institution within the United States;
• Show leadership potential;
• Demonstrate a dedication to community service;
• Present evidence of financial need;
• Be a United States citizen;
• A minimum SAT score of 1,000 combined on the math and critical reading sections or a composite ACT score of 21; and
• Not possess a degree from a 2 or 4–year College when applying for the scholarship
• http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/general-applicants.php

Gordon A. Rich Memorial Foundation

• Due: February 18, 2014
• For graduating high school seniors whose parents and/or legal guardians must have, or had a career in the financial services industry.
• Amount: $12,500
• http://www.gordonrich.org/html/apply.html

Jesse H. Jones and Mary Gibbs Jones Scholarship Program

• Due: February 18, 2014
• For eligible Houston, TX area HS Seniors nominated by school officials. Scholarships awarded based on scholastic achievement, economic need, community service and leadership. Deadlines vary for each campus, but will be in the Spring of the year.
• Amount: $16,000
• http://www.houstonendowment.org/Default.aspx?Home

Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship

• Due: February 20, 2014
• The Vegetarian Resource Group will award scholarships to graduating high school students who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and communities.
• Amount: $5,000
• http://www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm

Central Texas Electric Co-op

• Due: February 21, 2014
• CTEC will accept and consider scholarship applications from all active members and their immediate families (high school seniors and above) whose primary residence is served by CTEC.
• Amount: $1,000
• http://www.ctec.coop/user?destination=%2Fcontent%2Fscholarship-program-0

Christophers Poster Contest for High School Students

• Due: February 21, 2014
• Students are asked to interpret the theme "You Can Make a Difference" in an original poster. Grades 9 - 12.
• Amount: $250 - $1,000
• http://www.christophers.org/page.aspx?pid=274

NORTH AMERICAN WEATHER MODIFICATION COUNCIL

• Due: February 21, 2014
• Open to students in the science and engineering disciplines possessing a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Applicants must be enrolled full time at an accredited institution of higher learning for the upcoming academic school year with either a junior/senior undergraduate or graduate level standing.
• Amount: $1,500
• http://www.nawmc.org/4dcgi/GetCategoryRecord/Scholarship

Texas High School Coaches Association Scholarship

• Due: February 21, 2014
• For HS senior who is a child of an active member of Texas High School Coaches Association.
• Amount: $1,000
• http://thsca.pointstreaksites.com/view/thsca/awards-12/application-downloads

George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation Scholarship Program

• Due: February 21, 2014
• Scholarships are awarded based on financial need and academic achievement
• Available to US citizens who are graduating seniors of high schools in Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, and Waller Counties
• Must include a copy of your high school transcript, a recent photo, verification of your SAT or ACT results and a complete, signed copy of your parents’ or guardians’ most recent US income tax return (if applicable)
• All applications must be mailed or hand delivered
• Amount: $16,000
• www.hammanfoundation.org

UMWA (United Mine Workers of America ) – Lorin E. Kerr Scholarship

• Due: February 21, 2014
• Members and dependents of current UMWA members are eligible. Essay required.
• Amount: $2,500
• http://www.umwa.org/index.php?q=content/umwa-kerr-scholarship

United States Tennis Association Scholarships

• Due: February 21, 2014
• Various scholarships for students who have participated in USTA and other organized youth tennis programs.
• Amount: $1,000 - $15,000
• http://www.ustaserves.com/grants_scholarships/college_scholarships_/

World of 7 Billion Video Contest

• Due: February 21, 2014
• For high school students. Create a short video public service announcement (PSA) that illustrates the connection between world population at 7 billion and one of the following: Food Security, Global Status of Women/Girls or Wildlife Habitat.
• Amount: $250 - $1,000
• http://www.worldof7billion.org/index.php/student_video_contest

Que Llueva Café Scholarship

• Due: February 22, 2014
• Must be of Chicano/Latino descent and must be an undocumented student. High school Senior or GED graduate.
• Amount: $500
• http://www.ca-core.org/que_llueva_cafe

Frontier Fiesta Scholarship - University of Houston-Central

• Due: February 24, 2014
• Students who plan to attend or are attending the University of Houston Main Campusl. Essay required. 3.0 GPA
• Amount: $1,000
• http://www.uh.edu/fiesta/pdf/scholarship_application.pdf

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Scholarship

• Online Application Due: February 24, 2014
• Packet Postmarked Due: February 28, 2014
• Graduating High School Seniors - must attend a public school in Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, or Waller counties
• Amount: $18,000
• www.rodeohouston.com/scholarships

International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers

• Due: February 25, 2014
• For members and children of members of International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers.
• Amount: $2,000
• http://www.goiam.org/index.php/headquarters/departments/scholarship/11892-2014-iam-scholarship-competition

100 Black Men of America, Inc.

• Due: February 28, 2014
• Requirements: 50 hours of active community service completed within the last 12 months. 600 word essay required, leadership involvement. 2.5 GP,
• Amount: $1,000 - $2,000
• http://www.100blackmen.org/education.aspx

Abe and Annie Seibel Foundation

• Due: February 28, 2014
• Interest-free loans available to USA Citizens and Texas residents who have graduated from Texas high schools. Call or write for more information.

Abe and Annie Seibel Foundation
c/o The Frost Bank - Trust Dept.
P.O. Box 8210
Galveston, TX 77553-8210
Phone: 409-770-5665

• Amount: Varies

American Society of Naval Engineers ( ASNE) Scholarship Program

• Due: February 28, 2014
• Demonstrate or express a genuine interest in a career in naval engineering. U.S. citizen.
• Amount: $3,000-$4,000
• https://www.navalengineers.org/students/scholarships/Pages/ASNELandingPage.aspx

Area Go Texan Scholarships - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo

• Due: February 28, 2014
• Multiple scholarships available. Must apply online.
• Amount: $18,000
• http://www.rodeohouston.com/Scholarships

Armstrong Foundation Scholarship

• Due: February 28, 2014
• Students who are the sons and daughters of regular, full-time employees, expatriates, or retirees of Armstrong and its domestic subsidiaries and intend to complete secondary school and enter an accredited college or junior college as a full-time student in the United States. Must be U.S. citizen. Must take PSAT in Junior year of high school.
• Amount: $2,500
• http://www.armstrongfoundation.com/pages/scholarship.cfm

Army Engineer Spouses Club - Army Engineer Memorial Awards and Geraldine K. Morris Award

• Due: February 28, 2014
• The AEMA award is available to HS seniors planning to continue their education at a college, university, technical school, or vocational school. The Geraldine K. Morris Award is available to a graduating HS senior who intends to enroll in a program leading to a nursing degree or certification.
• Amount: Not listed
• http://www.armyengineerspouses.com/scholarships.html

Association for Compensatory Educators of Texas (ACET)

• Due: February 28, 2014
• For graduating high school Seniors who have, at some time in their school career, been enrolled in a compensatory education program. Compensatory Education includes programs such as Title I, Bilingual/ESL, State Compensatory Education (SCE), Migrant and Homeless.
• Amount: $1,000
• http://www.acetx.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=183&Itemid=394

Avon Cosmetics Foundation Scholarship

• Due: February 28, 2014
• Avon representatives who are high school Seniors and children or grandchildren of an Avon representative.
• Amount: $2,000
• http://sms.scholarshipamerica.org/children-grandchildrenofavonpresclub/index.html

Bank of America - Joe Martin Scholarship

• Due: February 28, 2014
• For dependents age 23 or younger of associates who have been employed by Bank of America for at least one year. Dependents of deceased, disabled or retired associates also eligible. Must enroll in full-time college or technical school.
• Amount: $2,500
• http://about.bankofamerica.com/en-us/global-impact/joe-martin-scholarship.html#fbid=TLijxYa-l_h

Buick Achievers Scholarship Program

• Due: February 28, 2014
• For high school seniors or current college students. Plan to major in a course of study that focuses on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math). Select Design, Marketing, Accounting. Finance and Business majors are also eligible. Demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in the automotive or related industries.
• Amount: $2,000 - $25,000
• http://www.buickachievers.com/?seo=goo_%7C_2011_Buick_Scholarship_%7C_Buick_Scholarship_Program_Branded_%7C_Branded_%7C_buick_achievers

Credit Union of Texas Scholarship

• Due: February 28, 2014
• Scholarship applicant must be a member of Credit Union of Texas. U.S. citizen. "B" average or better. See website for Credit Union locations.
• Amount: $2,500
• http://www.cuoftexas.org/html/tips_scholarships.html

Czech Center Museum Scholarship

• Due: February 28, 2014
• Student born of Czech parentage, able to identify and communicate with the Czech community, demonstrate academic ability and financial need. U.S. citizen.
• Amount: 3 scholarships of $1,000
• http://www.czechcenter.org/scholarships/scholarships.asp

Descendants of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence Scholarship

• Due: February 28, 2014
• Applicant must be a descendant of a signer of the Declaration of Independence and a DSDI member in good standing.
• Amount: Not listed
• http://www.dsdi1776.com/the-organization-2/2014-dsdi-scholarship-application-information/

EAA ( Experimental Aircraft Association) Scholarship Program)

• Due: February 28, 2014
• For students pursuing a degree leading to an aviation profession. You must also be a current member of EAA or recommended by a current EAA member to apply for these scholarships. Other requirements vary with individual scholarship.
• Amount: Varies
• http://www.youngeagles.org/programs/scholarships/scholarships.asp

Glaser Family Charitable Foundation

• Due: February 28, 2014
• For students who combine academic promise with character and a commitment to their community. 80% of scholarships will go to Fannin County, TX residents; the other 20% is open to the nation.
• Amount: Not listed
• http://www.gfcf.org/

Helen McCloy/MWA Scholarship for Mystery Writing

• Due: February 28, 2014
• For aspiring mystery writers with intention to attend writing workshops or college-level writing courses.
• Amount: $500
• http://mysterywriters.org/about-mwa/helen-mccloy-scholarship/

International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers - Henry Bates Scholarship Program

• Due: February 28, 2014
• Child (natural or adopted) of a BAC member (active, retired, or deceased) in good standing, and U.S. citizen. HS junior who will take or has taken the standardized PSAT exam in their junior year.
• Amount: $2,500 per year
• http://www.bacweb.org/train_edu_safety/education/bates/index.php

Lagrant Scholarships

• Due: February 28, 2014
• U.S. citizen; Alaska native, Asian American, African American, Mexican American, Hispanic American, Puerto Rican, American Indian; for full-time study at designated institutions. Major/career interest in advertising, marketing, public relations. Minimum 2.75 GPA.
• Amount: $2,500
• http://www.lagrantfoundation.org/Scholarship%20Program

Metropolitan Scholarship - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo

• Due: February 28, 2014
• For outstanding students graduating from Houston-area public school districts in Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery and Waller Counties. U.S. citizen. Plans to attend college in state of Texas. ACT - 19 SAT - 1350
• Amount: $18,000
• http://www.rodeohouston.com/Scholarships/index

National Jewish Committee on Scouting, - BSA Eagle Scout Scholarship

• Due: February 28, 2014
• For active Boy Scout, having received the Eagle Scout Award, active member of a synagogue and received the Ner Tamid or Etz Chaim religious emblems. Multiple scholarships
• Amount: $500 - 1,000
• http://www.jewishscouting.org/eagle-scout-scholarship-programs/

National Scholastic Press Association Journalism Honor Roll Scholarship

• Due: February 28, 2014
• Student journalist with 2 years in student media. 3.75 GPA
• Amount: $1,000
• http://www.studentpress.org/nspa/contests.html#honorroll

Nix Health Care Foundation

• Due: February 28, 2014
• For Bexar County/San Antonio area students pursuing an education in athletic training. Must be recommended by a Certified Athletic Trainer Supervisor
• Amount: Not listed
• http://www.nixfoundation.org/Scholarships/Athletic.asp

Opportunity Scholarship - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo

• Due: February 28, 2014
• U.S. Citizen who will attend college in the state of Texas. Graduating Senior ranked in the top 1/2 of Senior class. 1300 - SAT 18 - ACT. For students in the Texas counties of Harris, Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Liberty, Montgomery and Waller.
• Amount: $18,000
• http://www.rodeohouston.com/Scholarships/index

Optimist International Essay Contest

• Due: February 28, 2014
• Topic: "How Dreams Lead to Success" The deadline for Clubs to submit their winning essay to the District Chair is February 28, 2014. This is NOT the deadline for students to submit an entry to the contest. Deadlines for students vary with each specific club.
• Amount: $2,500
• http://www.optimist.org/e/member/scholarships3.cfm#

Payzer Scholarship

• Due: February 28, 2014
• Offered by EAA Aviation Foundation. Must major in engineering, math or related field. Other scholarships available in aviation areas.
• Amount: $5,000
• http://www.youngeagles.com/programs/scholarships/scholarships.asp

Scholarships for Military Children - Defense Commissary Agency

• Due: February 28, 2014
• Unmarried children 23 yrs or less of active duty, Reserve/Guard and retired military are eligible. All applicants must be citizens of the United States. 3.0 GPA.
• Amount: $1,500
• http://www.militaryscholar.org/

Smart Financial Credit Union - Ruby Sue Clifton Scholarship

• Due: February 28, 2014
• Applicant must be a HS senior with 3.0 GPS and a member or child of a member of Smart Financial Credit Union.
• Amount: $2,500
• https://www.smartcu.org/foundation/scholar/

Sons of Italy Foundation Scholarship

• Due: February 28, 2014
• U.S. citizens of Italian descent (at least one Italian or Italian American grandparent)
• Amount: $4,000 - $25,000
• http://www.osia.org/students/scholarships.php

South Texas Project Nuclear Operating Company - Educational Incentive Program

• Due: February 28, 2014
• For Texas students who will pursue a technology program and make satisfactory progress toward an Associate of Applied Science Degree at a Texas junior college that will prepare them for positions as plant operators and electrical, mechanical, chemistry, health physics or I&C technicians.
• Amount: Varies
• http://www.stpnoc.com/#/opportunities/eip

Spirit of Anne Frank Outstanding Youth Scholarship Award

• Due: February 28, 2014
• For high school Seniors. Write a 1,000 word essay describing contributions made to the community and how the activities and goals are inspired by Anne Frank.
• Amount: $1,000 - $10,000
• http://annefrank.com/about-the-awards/application-form/

Texas Retired Teachers Foundation

• Due: February 28, 2014
• Must be a relative of a member of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) who is pursuing an education degree at a Texas university.
• Amount: $500
• http://www.trtf.org/index.cfm/scholarships-grants/

Zonta Club of Houston - Young Women in Public Affairs Scholarship

• Due: February 28, 2014
• For females aged 16 - 19 who seek a career in social policy-making, government or volunteer organizations.
• Amount: $1,250
• http://www.zontahouston.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=888812&module_id=30883