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COUNSELOR’S CORNER NEWSLETTER
December 18, 2014
 Parents and Seniors: There will be a financial aid meeting on Thursday, January 22nd,
from 5:30 to 6:30 in the library. A financial aid advisor from State Fair Community College
will be presenting the information.
 Roadrunner Preview Days at State Fair Community College will be held January 23,
February 27, March 27, and April 24. RSVP one week prior to each date at
www.sfccmo.edu/visit. Preview Days are held 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and includes lunch.
Students will discover the new navigation advising program, interact with someone from
their program of interest, learn about admissions and financial aid, meet instructors and
current students, take a campus tour and see the residence hall.
 Junior High and High School Students: To brush up on your skills for the ACT, visit
www.March2Success.com. This site contains practice tests, flash cards, and games to
improve skills in math, science, and verbal skills. It also has a section on information for
college admissions and financing. It is a free site, but you must register for access.
 Middle School and High School Students – Check out this interesting website:
Get Schooled https://getschooled.com/dashboard is a non-profit organization that directly
engages and motivates students to graduate from high school and succeed in college. Get
Schooled is the premiere education brand for young people—linking students with high
quality, cutting edge resources and tools they need to succeed. Get Schooled uses the
messengers (celebrities, powerful peers, pop culture events) and the means (mobile/SMS,
social, web) that youth turn to; and it meets the students where they are (online, curious, etc.)
to deliver the information they need to be successful in their educational pursuits.
 Students reaching their 16th birthday by April 1, 2015, but not older than 18 - Missouri
Cadet Patrol Academy will be held May 31st through June 5th at Missouri State Highway
Patrol Law Enforcement Academy in Jefferson City. The purpose of the Cadet Patrol
Academy is to provide first-hand experience of the role of Law Enforcement in promoting
and safe-guarding American freedoms and rights. The program consists of a typical week of
rigorous patrol recruit training. The week’s activities will include: classroom instruction in
the history of law enforcement, defensive driving, radar, motor vehicle laws, first aid,
shooting demonstrations, drug abuse, and use of alcohol, as well as demonstrations of police
skills, such as personal defense and weapons firing. Organized sports will be a part of the
program as well as tours of the area as time permits. Any individual completing the full five
day program may be eligible for two scholarships given by the University of Central
Missouri and possibly others. Applicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA, be of good moral
character, present a neat, well-groomed military appearance and come well recommended.
Males will not report to the Academy with a beard. Applicant must possess a driver’s license
and have an interest in pursuing a career in the Criminal Justice System. Applications are
available at http://missourilegion.org/molegion_005.htm or in the guidance office.
 FAFSA Frenzy is a program of College Goal Sunday which will assist students and families
in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is the
primary application used by federal, state, and institutional financial assistance entities in
determining an individual’s eligibility for grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships. Below
is a list of locations that are holding the FAFSA Frenzy.
Battle High
School
7575 St. Charles Road
Columbia
Area Career
Center
4203 S.
Providence
Rd.
Hickman High School
Columbia,
Boone
1104 N.
Providence Rd.
State Fair
Community
College
3201 W.
16th St.
California High
School
1501 West
Buchanan Street
Boonville High School
Columbia,
Boone
1 Pirate Dr.
High school
Tuesday,
2/10/2015,
6:00-8:00
p.m.
Career/technical school
Columbia,
Boone
Sedalia,
Pettis
High
school
Wednesday, 2/18/2015,
5:00-7:00 p.m.
Postsecondary
institution
California,
Moniteau
Boonville, Cooper
Sunday,
2/22/2015,
2:00-4:00 p.m.
High School
High
school
Sunday,
2/22/2015,
2:00-4:00
p.m.
Sunday,
2/22/2015,
2:00-4:00 p.m.
Sunday, 2/22/2015,
2:00-4:00 p.m.
 Anyone interested in a career in business? The Recruitment Coordinator for the Trulaske
College of Business at the University of Missouri would like to meet with any interested
students. The Trulaske College of Business offers three exciting degree options: Business
Administration (Emphases in Management, Marketing, Economics, and Finance &
Banking), Accounting (Dual BS/Master’s program), and International Business (Dual
degree – Business Administration and International Studies). They also have an innovative
Professional Development Program that merges in-class work with out-of-class
experience. Students graduate with an internship experience, various soft skills taught by
leaders of industry, and a solid idea of their own professional development. Combined with
the Business Career Services office, these programs lead students to bright, successful
careers, with a job placement rate hovering around 90% for the past academic year. Let
Mrs. Lucas know if you would like to meet with the recruitment coordinator.
 Parents and Students: The Journey to College is a monthly reminder provided by the
Missouri Department of Higher Education. It is packed full of post-secondary tips.
Subscribe to the monthly reminder at http://dhe.mo.gov/ppc/reminders2.php.
SCHOLARSHIPS 2014-2015
Popular Scholarship Search Websites
www.college-financial-aid-advice.com/scholarships-for-high-school-students.html
http://www.salliemae.com/ScholarshipSearch
www.fastweb.com
www.schoolsoup.com
http://www.mycollegeoptions.org/scholarship-advanced-search.aspx
Sussie Scholarship
Eligibility: High school seniors or current full-time undergrad or grad students. No
application or essay, just contribute knowledge about stuff you already know. Sussie
Scholarship is awarded monthly. Watch the 1-minute video to learn how to contribute
available at http://sussle.org/scholarship.
Award: $500 monthly award, 2nd place is $50
Deadline: last day of every month
Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation
Eligibility: Students 14 years and up and also parents can compete. Scholarship
competitions consist of one or more quizzes with topics ranging from general ―common
knowledge‖ to specific academic subjects, books, websites, and even movies. Scores
are based on a combination of time and accuracy. Five hundred points are awarded for
each correct answer and one point is subtracted for each second it takes to complete a
question. The eligible person with the most points at the end of each scholarship
competition is the winner. Visit www.cksf.org to register.
Award: $250 to $2500 scholarships
Deadline: Quizzes throughout the year
Compass Mortgage Group Scholarship
Eligibility: Be between the ages of 17 and 24 on December 30, 2014. Student must
possess a GPA of 2.75 or greater and answer the following essay question: “If you
could choose anywhere in the world to buy a house, where would you choose and why?
Please make sure to take into consideration the cost of the house, how much your
mortgage will be, and what job you will have to support the costs of the mortgage and
the rest of your monthly expenses. Please answer the question in under 750 Words. To
apply, visit http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship_database.php.
Award: $500
Deadline: December 30, 2014
Odenza Marketing Group Volunteer Scholarship
Eligibility: Be between the ages of 16 and 22 on December 30, 2014. Student must
also possess a GPA of 2.5 or higher in his/her last academic year. Student must have
contributed at least 50 hours of volunteer (non-paid) service within his/her community
over
the
last
12
months.
Applications
at
http://www.studentscholarships.org/college.php.
Award: $500
Deadline: December 30, 2014
Top Ten List Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall 2020 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit an online short written response
(250 words or less) to: “Create a Top Ten List of the top ten reasons you should get
this scholarship.” To apply, visit www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $1500
Deadline: December 31, 2014
Ed Stegner Natural Resource Scholarship
Eligibility: Missouri residents who are or plan to be enrolled as an undergraduate at a
Missouri college in the chosen discipline of study (fisheries, forestry, wildlife, parks and
recreation, and soil and water conservation. Preference will be given to individuals with
demonstrated financial need. Application at http://www.moswcs.org/scholarship/.
Award: $1000 (5)
Deadline: December 31, 2014
The National Wild Turkey Federation's Scholarship
Eligibility: Seniors who have at least a 3.0 GPA and who support the preservation of
the hunting tradition and actively participate in hunting sports. A copy of current
hunting license is required. Students must hold a current NWTF membership, be
involved in school activities, demonstrate ability as a leader among peers, and
demonstrate community leadership and/or involvement. Students must submit an essay
exhibiting dedication to conservation and three letters of recommendation. For an
application, download from the website www.nwtf.org/jakes/scholarship.html.
Award: $250 local, $1000 state, and $10,000 national
Deadline: January 1, 2015, applications must be submitted to local chapter
John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to high school students in grades 9-12. Write an essay (700-1000
words) that demonstrates your understanding of the political courage as described by
John F. Kennedy in Profiles in Courage. Application at www.jfklibrary.org.
Award: $10,000 first place, $1000 second place, $500 five finalists
Deadline: January 5, 2015
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program
Eligibility: Demonstrate at school, at the workplace, and within the community the
attributes of leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship; demonstrate strong academic
performance (minimum 3.0 GPA; demonstrate financial need; be citizen of U.S.; be
high school senior; and plan to enroll in a full-time course of study toward a bachelor's
degree for the entire 2014-2015 academic year. Apply online at
https://www.scholarsapply.org/ge-reagan/.
Award: $10,000 (20 renewable)
Deadline: January 8, 2015, only the first 25,000 will be accepted
Quest for Education Scholarship
Eligibility: Graduating high school senior and a primary Vantage Credit Union account
holder. Students may join the credit union to become eligible to apply at
https://www.vcu.com/i-want-to/open-my-account. Scholarship applications are available
at https://www.vcu.com/education/quest-for-education-scholarship. Essay required:
Describe the importance of good financial planning. Provide an example of how good
(or bad) financial planning has affected your life.
Award: $1000 (20 scholarships)
Deadline: January 8, 2015 (application must be received)
United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship
Eligibility: Seniors who are U.S. Citizens planning to continue their education at
accredited post-secondary colleges, universities or vocational schools. Scholarships are
highly selective based not only on academics, but also special emphasis for
demonstrating leadership aptitude for the future. To apply, download scholarship form
at http://www.usjcisenate.org/index.php/scholarship-program.
Award: $1000
Deadline: January 9, 2015 (application must be postmarked and submitted to the name
and address located under your state on the same page as you downloaded your
application)
Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship
Eligibility: Purpose of this scholarship is to help students understand the negative
effects of too much screen time. Applicant must be a high school freshman, sophomore,
junior, or senior or a current or entering college or graduate school student of any level.
To apply, visit http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/technology-addiction-awarenessscholarship/. Submit application including 140-character message about technology
addiction. The finalists will be asked to write a full length 500-1000 word essay.
Award: $1500 winner and $500 runner-up
Deadline: January 30, 2015
I Have A Dream Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall 2021 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit online a short original,
previously unpublished written response to the topic, “We want to know…what do you
dream about?” Whether it’s some bizarre dream you had last week or your hopes for
the future, share your dreams. Must not exceed 250 words. Apply at
www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $1500
Deadline: January 31, 2015
Missouri Sheriffs’ Association Scholarship
Eligibility: Senior who will be attending a Missouri college or university and will be
pursuing a career in Criminal Justice. Must be in good standing with their school, have
a good reference from their school counselor, demonstrate financial need, have at least a
2.0 GPA, and be active in extra-curricular activities. A paragraph detailing the student’s
goals ten years after high school graduation is also required. Applications are available
at http://www.mosheriffs.com.
Award: $1000 (16)
Deadline: January 31, 2015
School Soup’s “I am Applying” Scholarship
Eligibility: High school students, adults looking to head back to school, current college
students and anyone else looking to attend college or graduate school within 12 months.
Apply at http://schoolsoup.com/housescholarships/i-am-applying/.
Award: $1000
Deadline: January 31, 2015
Grow Ag Leaders Scholarship
This is a new scholarship program that is making rural students aware of the diverse
career opportunities in agriculture. In addition to farming, agriculture offers thousands
of job opportunities in exciting fields like science, technology, business and
communications.
Eligibility: High School senior or currently enrolled in college, less than 23 years of
age, applicant does not have to be a FFA member, must be endorsed by 3 farmers, have
a minimum GPA of 2.5, and be pursuing or intend to pursue a degree related to
agriculture (for a list, see Mrs. Lucas or visit website). Apply online at
www.FFA.org/scholarships between November 15th and February 1st. (See Mrs. Lucas
if you would like a copy of the scholarship information.)
Award: $1500 (352 scholarships available)
Deadline: February 1, 2015
James L. and Nellie M. Westlake Scholarship
Eligibility: Seniors or students completing one or two full years at a Missouri
community college and transferring to a four year college. Applicant must have at least
a 2.5 GPA if high school or 2.25 if college, and a family adjusted income of $50,000 or
less with an EFC (expected family contribution) of $7000 or less. Apply at
http://sms.scholarshipamerica.org/westlake.
Award: Scholarship awards will cover the cost of tuition, plus approximately $2000
additional to cover the cost of fees, books, and supplies. Renewable
Deadline: February 1, 2015
National FFA Scholarships
Eligibility: High school senior planning to enroll full time in college or currently in
college. Each scholarship has specific criteria that are defined by the sponsor.
Applicants must read the scholarship description in the Scholarship Guidebook to see if
he/she will qualify. Criteria that apply to all scholarships are as follows: Be less than
23 years of age at time of application (Feb. 1), and be current FFA member unless
otherwise stated. There are some scholarships that do not require FFA membership. To
apply, go to www.ffa.org/scholarships. To obtain a list of all scholarships available
(1800+) and their criteria to apply, download online or pick up a copy in the guidance
office.
Award: varies with sponsor
Deadline: February 1st 4 p.m. application closes, February 8th signature page postmark
Missouri Conservation Agents Association Scholarship
Eligibility: Missouri resident, U.S. Citizen, pursuing a degree in Biology, Wildlife
Management, Forestry, Fisheries, Ecology, Agriculture, Criminal Justice or a field of
study closely related to the preceding subjects. Current and cumulative minimum GPA
of 2.5. Must submit a transcript and 500 word essay telling why they would like the
scholarship. Download and print an application at
http://www.moagent.com/scolarship.shtml.
Award: $500
Deadline: February 1, 2015 postmark
ESA Foundation Epsilon Sigma Alpha
Epsilon Sigma Alpha International is a philanthropic service organization. The Epsilon
Sigma Alpha Foundation is a non-profit/tax exempt organization which operates
exclusively for charitable and educational purposes. To access these scholarships, visit
http://www.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarships-and-grants. Select ―state of residency‖
from the drop-down box, and then click ―search scholarships‖. There are a total of 43
Missouri scholarships. There is no scholarship application limit. Students may be
awarded more than one scholarship.
Eligibility: Available for 4-year colleges, community colleges, trade schools and
graduate degrees. The age range for recipients is 15 – 55 years old. You do not have to
be a high school senior to apply. Students may apply for as many scholarships as they
meet the criteria, but there is a $5 processing fee for every scholarship. Many of them
have specific requirements to be eligible.
Award: $500 to $2500
Deadline: February 2, 2015
Youth in Agriculture Scholarship
Eligibility: Seniors who have participated in the Missouri State Fair as a youth
exhibitor in the FFA or 4-H divisions. Applicants must be an active 4-H or FFA
member at the time that the scholarship is awarded and must be planning to major in
agriculture at an accredited college. Youth members who have sold livestock in any
past Sale of Champions at the Missouri State Fair are not eligible for this scholarship.
Go to www.mostatefair.com/youth-in-agriculture to download an application.
Award: $1000 - $2500
Deadline: February 2, 2015 (postmark)
Herff Jones Believe In You Scholarship
Eligibility: Seniors. Go to www.herffjones.com/biuscholarship to begin the
application process. After interested seniors complete the application, the principal will
nominate one student. Criteria for scholarship are GPA, class rank, test scores, honors,
activities on campus and hours/types of community service. Each student is asked to
answer an essay question like: ―Please explain how a person believing in you has had a
positive impact on your success. What did he/she do and how did it help?‖
Award: $2000, $5000, $8500, or $12,000
Deadline: February 8, 2015 (including school verification)
KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program
Eligibility: Seniors enrolling in a public or university within their state of residence
and pursuing a bachelor’s degree. Must also have a 2.75 GPA and demonstrate
financial need. Applications are available online at http://www.kfcscholars.org.
Award: up to $5000 per year and renewable up to four years
Deadline: February 8, 2015
Proton OnSite Scholarship
Eligibility: High school senior currently in a U.S. High School and a U.S. citizen.
Selection based on strength of application, demonstrated leadership, work ethic and
community involvement, ability and promise of the idea, and thoroughness and
presentation of the idea. Scholarship can be renewed if student maintains a 3.0 GPA.
Applicants must submit an online application at
http://protonenergyscholarship.com/apply.asp. Applicant must show or tell his/her great
idea for producing hydrogen with water and renewable energy, and how he/she would
use it to solve a real-world problem. In addition to the online application, applicant
must submit five 3-hole punched application packets containing (1) the Proton Energy
Scholarship Program paper application, (2) 3 recommendations, (3) documentation
verifying the year of school, (4) a written essay question, chosen from 4 given in the
packet (there is no required length, but the expectation is that this essay will be multiple
pages) and (5) a 5 minute maximum video essay answering this question: What do you
hope to accomplish in the next 10 years that will evolve the science and technology
realm in the United Stated?
Award: up to $100,000 ($25,000 per year)
Deadline: February 13, 2015
DAR Scholarships
Basic Criteria for all: Applicants must be citizens of the U.S. and must attended or
plan to attend an accredited college or university in the U.S. Go to
http://www.dar.org/national-society/scholarships/general-info to download the DAR
application and required financial need form. Mail completed DAR Scholarship
Committee Application forms to the address listed under each scholarship.
Deadline for all: February 15, 2015
 Richard and Elizabeth Dean Scholarship
Eligibility: Graduating high school students. Based on academic merit with an
initial minimum GPA of 4.0. DAR chapter sponsorship is not required.
Award: $5000 (Renewable up to 4 years with a GPA of 3.25)
 Margaret Howard Hamilton Scholarship
Eligibility: Graduating high school senior who is the son or daughter of a
member of the NSDAR.
Award: $2000 (Renewable with a GPA of 3.25)
 Dr. Aura-Lee A. and James Hobbs Pittenger American History Scholarship
Eligibility: Graduating high school student who will pursue an undergraduate
degree with a concentrated study of a minimum of 24 credit hours in American
History and American Government.
Award: $2000 (Renewable with a 3.25 GPA)
 The Lucinda Beneventi Findley History Scholarship
Eligibility: Graduating high school seniors that have demonstrated advance
interest in history and are planning to major in or pursue the study of history in a
full-time accredited college or university in the U.S. GPA of 3.25 required.
Award: $2000
 Caroline E. Holt Nursing Scholarship
Eligibility: Students who are in financial need and are accepted and enrolled
into an accredited school of nursing.
Award: $1000
 Occupational/Physical Therapy Scholarship
Eligibility: Awarded to students who are in financial need and have been
accepted or are attending an accredited school of occupational therapy
(including art, music or physical therapy).
Award: $1000
 Madeline Pickett (Halbert) Cogswell Nursing Scholarship
Eligibility: Awarded to students who are accepted or enrolled in an accredited
school of nursing. Applicants must be members, descendents of members or be
eligible for membership in NSDAR.
Award: $1000
Create-A-Greeting-Card Scholarship
Eligibility: Students 14 years and older in high school or college. If you are a student
with talent in fine arts, graphic design or photography, this is an amazing opportunity
for you. Submit an original photograph, piece of artwork or graphics file for the front
design of a greeting card. You do not need to create an entire greeting card, just the
artwork for the front cover. If you would like, you can incorporate text such as ―Happy
Birthday‖ or ―Season’s Greetings‖ into your artwork. All designs or photographs must
be the original work of the applicant. Contest participants should register on the
www.gallerycollection.com website. Look for the scholarship page on the site and
complete the online application. Judging: Facebook voters will be able to vote once per
day.
Award: $10,000 to winner and $1000 to winner’s school
Deadline: February 18, 2015
Sweet and Simple Scholarship:
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall of 2021 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit a short written response (250
words or less) to: “Not every gift has to be expensive or extravagant. In fact,
sometimes it‟s the sweet and simple things that make a real difference in our lives.”
Think back and tell us about something you received as a gift and why it meant so much
to you. Apply at www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $1500
Deadline: February 28, 2015
Project 21 Scholarship
Eligibility: The Missouri Gaming Association’s goal with this scholarship is to educate
youth that it is not permissible in Missouri for persons under age 21 to gamble in a
casino and the dangers and consequences associated with underage gambling.
Applicants may disseminate their message by writing an article or creating a poster or
video addressing the issue of underage gambling. Applicants must be seniors in high
school. For complete instructions and an application, visit
http://www.missouricasinos.org/tinymce/jscripts/tiny_mce/plugins/filemanager/files/20
15_Project_21_Application.pdf .
Award: $1500 (2), $1000 (4)
Deadline: March 1, 2015
Cargill Global Scholars Program
Eligibility: Must be planning to enroll in one of the following universities: Florida
Agricultural and Mechanical University, Iowa State University, Kansas State
University, Missouri University of Science & Technology, Ohio State University,
Pennsylvania State University, Purdue University, Stanford University, Texas A&M
University – College Station, University of Minnesota, University of Nebraska –
Lincoln, University of North Dakota. Be a first or second year undergraduate student.
Demonstrate high academic performance, and demonstrate leadership potential. Special
consideration will be given to applicants who demonstrate Financial Need, are Female,
Native American, Asian or Pacific Islander, Black, Hispanic, Student with Disabilities,
First Generation College Student, or Veteran. Special consideration will also be given
to applicants who are specializing in one of the following fields: Agriculture Related
Field, Business, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Food Science,
International Relations, Political Science, or Public Policy. Winners will participate in a
fully-funded three day leadership seminar during the first year of the program,
participate in a fully funded Global Leadership Seminar during the second year of the
program, be paired with a Cargill leader who will serve as a mentor, and become a
member of the Cargill Global Scholars alumni community. In order to apply, applicants
must register online at
http://www.cargillglobalscholars.com/applications/accounts/register/.
Award: $2500 (for up to 2 years)
Deadline: March 1, 2015
Project 21 Scholarship
Eligibility: Seniors. Articles, posters, and videos will be reviewed and judged for
originality, content, style and educational value. The focus of the article, poster or
video should be on the topic of deterring young people from engaging in underage
gambling and/or the ramifications associated with underage gambling. The article,
poster or video entry must be accompanied by a Project 21 2015 scholarship
application. For more information and to download an application, go to
www.missouricasinos.org.
Award: $1500 (2), and $1000 (4)
Deadline: March 1, 2015
High School Student-Volunteer Community Service Scholarship
Eligibility: Freshman, sophomores, juniors, and seniors are eligible to be nominated if
they meet certain criteria. (1) Be a positive school citizen - demonstrate a caring and
considerate attitude toward others and no discipline referrals, (2) Meet or exceed 50 200 community service hours, depending on your grade level, (3) no payment received
for community service hours, (4) submit 250 word summary regarding educational
value and/or impactful insights that you have realized through volunteering. For
complete rules and an application, visit www.movolunteers.org.
Award: $1000 (8)
Deadline: March 2, 2015 (deadline to submit application to counselor)
Kansas City Associated Equipment Distributors Scholarship
Eligibility: Seniors who will be attending a vocational/technical school full time, and
pursuing a certificate or associates degree in Diesel Mechanics or Heavy Equipment
Repair. Student must be enrolled for the fall semester for the year in which the
scholarship is awarded. Applicant must have at least a 2.5 GPA or 260 GED. Once the
student has completed the first year of school, they may reapply for the scholarship for
their second year, but must meet all qualifications. Student must maintain a 3.0 GPA at
their vocational/technical school. See Mrs. Lucas for an application.
Award: (4) $1000 renewable awards for a two year period
Deadline: March 2, 2015 postmark
Frame My Future Scholarship
Eligibility: Seniors planning to attend a U.S. college or university for the 2015-2016
academic year. Students show how they want to ―Frame‖ their future by submitting an
original creative image – photograph, collage, poem, drawing, painting, and more.
Entries are all submitted online only. Judging is based on original entry piece and
accompanying description. Entry must be easy to view and read online. To enter and
for more information, visit http://www.diplomaframe.com/contests/frame-my-futurescholarship-contest-2014.aspx.
Award: $1000 Grand Prize winner plus $1000 to winner’s college, $1000 plus
commemorative Frame My Future frame (4 first place winners), Commemorative Frame
My Future frame certificate (19 finalists).
Deadline: March 3, 2015
National Farmers Union Foundation Hubert K. and JoAnn Seymour Scholarship
Eligibility: Seniors who are continuing education in 2-yr or 4-yr college for any area of
study. Must be a Farmers Union member. Typed essay on the significance of rural
values in America and on your life is required. Possible phone interviews with finalists.
Applications can be obtained at http://www.nfu.org/education/scholarships.
Applications must be mailed and meet the postmark deadline.
Award: $1000 - $2000 (1 or 2) to be used on tuition and books
Deadline: March 5, 2015
Farm Kids for College Scholarship
Eligibility: Senior who is planning to major in an agricultural field at an accredited
college. Applicants must answer the two essay questions using 850-1200 words and
provide a recent photo. Application can be filled out online at
http://www.nfo.org/SCHOLARSHIPS/DEFAULT.ASPX , but must be printed and
mailed to the state coordinator. Scroll down to bottom of page and click on scholarship.
Award: $1000 (3)
Deadline: March 5, 2015 (application must be postmarked and sent to state coordinator
– name and address is listed with application)
Cooper County Health Improvement Corporation Scholarship
Eligibility: Based on classroom achievement, pursuing a license, certification or degree
in the field of healthcare, reputation for good citizenship, acceptance into school or
training program, and desire to return to Cooper County to work upon completion of
education. Pick up an application in the guidance office.
Award: $500 (3)
Deadline: March 10, 2015
TeenDrive365 Video Challenge Scholarship
Eligibility: Students at least 13 years of age and enrolled in 9th through 12th grade.
Create an original video between 60 and 90 seconds in length, which demonstrates the
importance of safer teen driving. To enter, visit http://www.teendrive365inschool.com/.
Award: 1st Place - $15,000 cash and the chance to work with a Discovery film crew to
reshoot your video into a TV-ready PSA
2nd Place - $10,000 cash and a behind-the-scenes trip for two to a Velocity show.
3rd Place - $7500 cash
People’s Choice Winner - $5000 cash and a behind-the-scenes trip for two to a Velocity
show.
Deadline: March 16, 2015
Anthem Essay Contest
Eligibility: 8th, 9th, and 10th graders – essay must be between 600 and 1200 words.
Students must read the book Anthem by Ayn Rand, and will then choose one of three
given topics for their essay. Essay may be submitted online or mailed. If it is mailed, a
cover sheet must be attached. To apply and for additional information, visit
http://essaycontest.aynrandnovels.org/anthem.aspx?theme=blue
Award: $2000 first prize, $500 second prize (5), $200 third prize (10), $50 finalists
(45), and $30 semifinalists (175)
Deadline: March 20, 2015
Superpower Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall of 2021 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit a short written response (250
words or less) to the question: “Which superhero or villain would you want to change
places with for a day and why?” Use your imagination and become the superhero, or
perhaps super villain, you’ve always wanted to be. Apply at
www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $2500
Deadline: March 31, 2015
Missouri Insurance Education Foundation Scholarship
Eligibility: High school seniors who will be full-time students in an accredited
Missouri college or university and with an interest or intent of pursuing an insurance,
risk management, actuarial science or related course of study and who have
demonstrated scholarship. Visit www.mief.org for an application.
Award: $1500 (4 scholarships)
Deadline: March 31, 2015 postmark
Peter Pasula Study Habits Scholarship
Eligibility: Be attending an accredited post-secondary institution by the fall of 2015.
Student can be enrolled at any level in any program that is two years in length or longer.
Students must answer the essay question on the website online application form. Essay
question: If you were asked to help an incoming freshman (grade 9) with his/her study
habits, what are the 10 best study habit tips you would provide them? And why do you
believe each is important? Applications can be found at
http://www.mortgagebrokersburnaby.com.
Award: $500
Deadline: April 1, 2015
AFSA Fire Sprinkler Essay Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to all high school seniors. Winners not based on financial need.
Applicants will be required to read an essay about automatic fire sprinklers and then
take a 10 question open-book, multiple-choice test. For each question answered
correctly, students will receive one entry into a drawing for the scholarship.
Applications will only be accepted online at www.afsascholarship.org .
Award: 10 ($2000) scholarships
Deadline: April 2, 2015
National Farmers Union Foundation Stanley Moore Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to Farmers Union members and their children, h.s. seniors, and
college students or non-traditional students seeking funding to attend 2 yr. or 4 yr.
college or technical school in any area of study. Written essay describing your personal
and professional goals and your involvement with Farmers Union is required.
Applications can be obtained at http://www.nfu.org/education/scholarships. Application
and supporting documents must be mailed and meet the postmark deadline.
Award: $1000 (several) to be used on tuition and books
Deadline: April 15, 2015
The American Legion Scholarships
Basic criteria for all: Resident of Missouri, under age 21, unmarried, and a descendent
of a veteran with at least ninety days active service in the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force,
Marines or Coast Guard, who received an Honorable Discharge for such service. A
photocopy of the veteran’s DD 214, discharge or separation notice must accompany the
scholarship application. Any additional requirements for each scholarship are below.
Students can pick up applications in the guidance office or can visit
www.missourilegion.org.
All deadlines for American Legion Scholarships: April 20, 2015, except Shane
Dean Voyles – see below for special instructions.
 Lillie Lois Ford Scholarship
Eligibility: Two awards will be given – one to a boy who has attended a full
session of The American Legion Boys State of Missouri or a full session of the
Department’s Cadet Patrol Academy. The second award is given to a girl who has
attended a full session of The American Legion Auxiliary’s Girls State program or a
full session of the Department’s Cadet Patrol Academy.
Award: $1000 (one for a boy and one for a girl)
 M.D. “Jack” Murphy Memorial Nurses Training Fund
Eligibility: One award given to a boy or girl training to be a registered nurse, and
may be used in their freshman or subsequent college years. The student must have
graduated in the top forty percent of their high school class or have a ―C‖ or
equivalent standing from their last college or university semester.
Award: $750, payable at $375 per semester and may, by application, be extended
for two additional successive semesters.
 Joseph J. Frank Scholarship
Eligibility: Five awards given to individuals who are descendants of a veteran.
Applicant must have attended a full session of The American Legion Boys State or
The American Legion Auxiliary Girls State program. Scholarship must be used for
full time attendance.
Award: $500 (5)
 Charles L. Bacon Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility: Two awards to individuals who are currently members of The
American Legion, the American Legion Auxiliary, or the Sons of The American
Legion, or a descendant of a member of any thereof. Recipient must use scholarship
as a full time student.
Award: $500 (2)
 Erman W. Taylor Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility: Two awards to a student planning on obtaining a degree in education.
Recipient must use award as a full time student, and submit an essay of 500 words
or less on the following subject – In your opinion, what was the most significant
world event of 2014/2015?
Award: $500 (2)
 Shane Dean Voyles Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility: One award given based on financial need, participation in athletics,
participation in school activities/clubs, volunteer work, exceptional leadership
qualities, high moral standards and extreme patriotism. Only one student can be
nominated from our school. If interested in this scholarship, fill out the application
and give to counselor.
Award: $500
*Deadline to turn application in to guidance office is April 1st. This will allow time
to vote on which student’s application will be submitted
The Fountainhead Essay Contest
Eligibility: Juniors and Seniors – no application required, just an essay. Essay must be
between 800 and 1600 words and double-spaced. Students must read the book The
Fountainhead by Ayn Rand, and will then choose one of three given topics for their
essay. Students may submit essay online or mail in. If you mail in, you must include a
cover sheet. To enter and learn more about the contest, visit
http://essaycontest.aynrandnovels.org/thefountainhead.aspx?theme=blue
Award: $10,000 first prize, $2000 second prize (5), $1000 third prize (10), $100
finalist (45) and $50 semifinalists (175)
Deadline: April 26, 2015
E-waste Scholarship
Eligibility: Purpose of this scholarship is to help students understand the impact of ewaste and what can be done to reduce e-waste. Open to high school freshmen,
sophomores, juniors and seniors or a current or entering college or graduate school
student at any level. To apply, visit http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/ewastescholarship/. Complete the application form including a 140-character message about ewaste. Finalists will be asked to write a 500-1000 word essay about e-waste.
Award: $1500 winner and $500 runner–up
Deadline: April 30, 2015
All About Education Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall of 2020 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit a short written response (250
words or less) to the question: “How will a $3000 scholarship for education make a
difference in your life?” To apply, visit www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $3000
Deadline: April 30, 2015
DutchCrafters Amish Furniture Heritage Scholarship
Eligibility: Enrolled or accepted at an accredited 4-year undergraduate institution
located in the U.S., GPA 3.0, and filled out the FAFSA, Selection criteria is academic
achievement, financial need, GPA, and 750 word essay on the following topic: “How
will you draw upon your cultural heritage to shape your vocational aspirations, offer
creative value to your future employer, and serve your community?” Application forms
can be downloaded at www.dutchcrafters.com, but must be mailed in to enter.
Award: $500 (3)
Deadline: May 1, 2015
B. Davis Scholarship
Eligibility: High school juniors and seniors. An essay of less than 1000 words on the
following topic is required: “Describe the three characteristics of leadership you value
most. Discuss why you believe that these traits are so important and how you feel they
are developed in an individual.” Email your essay, along with your name, school you
are attending this year and plan to attend next year to:
[email protected]. For additional information, visit their website at
http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm.
Award: $1000
Deadline: May 25, 2015
Fifth Month Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall of 2021 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit a short written response (250
words or less) to: May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five
explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. To apply visit
www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $1500
Deadline: May 31, 2015
Aspiring Fashion Professional
Eligibility: High school seniors interested in pursuing a fashion degree at an accredited
post-secondary school or college, have passion and drive for a fashion-related career
and have demonstrated academic success. Interested students can visit this link:
http://www.fashion-schools.org/aspiring-fashion-professional-scholarship-program.
Applicants must submit a 500-1000 word essay on the following topic: “What specific
skill do you want to develop?”
Award: $1000
Deadline: June 1, 2015
Aspiring Animation Professional
Eligibility: High school seniors interested in pursuing an animation career path at an
accredited post-secondary school or college, have passion and drive for an animation
and/or design related career, and have a demonstrable record of academic success. If
interested, visit http://www.animationcareerreview.com/animationcareerreviewcomaspiring-animation-professional-scholarship-program to apply and for a list of some of
the related fields of study. An essay of 500-1000 words on the following topic must be
included: ―What specific skill do you most want to develop?”
Award: $1000
Deadline: June 1, 2015
Abbott & Fenner Scholarship
Eligibility: High school junior or senior, as well as students currently registered in any
college. Essay is required. Essay topic: Describe your educational career and life
goals. Explain your plan for achieving these goals. Include your degree/major, why
you selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals. The essay
should be between 500 and 1000 words. Your submissions must be sent by email to
[email protected]. For more information, visit
http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm.
Award: $1000
Deadline: June 15, 2015
Global Lift Equipment Scholarship
Eligibility: Be currently attending or planning on attending a post-secondary institution
in Canada or the US in September of 2014 or September of 2015. Candidates will also
need to submit a short story - detailed instructions can be found on the application page.
Must have a GPA of 2.5 or greater. Applications can be found at
http://www.usedforkliftsontario.ca .
Award: $500
Deadline: June 15, 2015
Big Sun Scholarship
Eligibility: All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport
they are participating. The student must be a high school senior or be attending a postsecondary institute. To apply, students must write a short essay (500-1000 words)
answering the following 3-part question: How did your participation in sports during
your high school years influence you? Has your participation influenced your career
goals? Has your participation influenced how you relate to your family? Essays must
be submitted to [email protected]. Remember to include your name
and the name of the school that you are attending.
Award: $500
Deadline: June 19, 2015
Do-Over Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall of 2021 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit a short written response (250
words or less) to the question: “If you could get one „do-over‟ in life, what would it be
and why?” To apply, visit www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $1500
Deadline: June 30, 2015
Flavor Of The Month Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall of 2021 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit a short written response (250
words or less) to: “Summer and ice cream go hand-in-hand. In fact, July is National
Ice Cream Month, and that‟s the inspiration behind this award. We think people are
very similar to ice cream; some are nutty, others a little exotic, while some are very
comforting. If you were an ice cream flavor, which would you be and why?” To apply,
visit www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $1500
Deadline: July 31, 2015
Make Me Laugh Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall of 2021 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit a short written response (250
words or less) to: “OMG…finding and applying for scholarships is serious business,
but it‟s time to lighten things up a little. We don‟t want to know why you deserve $1500
or how great your grades are, we simply want to LOL. Describe an incident in your
life, funny or embarrassing (fact or fiction), and make us laugh!” To apply, visit
www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $1500
Deadline: August 31, 2015
Arctic Physical Therapy Scholarship
Eligibility: Attend college no later than January of 2016, 3.0 GPA during the last
academic year, and be a resident of U.S. or Canada. You can be enrolled in any field of
study. Submit an essay on the following topic: In under 1000 words, write an essay
that outlines at least 3 ways physical therapy can make a difference in an individual’s
ability to live an active, healthy lifestyle. Apply online at
http://www.physicaltherapyfairbanks.com/physical_therapy_fairbanks.php.
Award: $500
Deadline: August 31, 2015
Shout It Out Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll in postsecondary education by 2021. Submit an online short written response (250 words or
less) for the question: “If you could say one thing to the entire world at once, what
would it be and why?” To apply, go to www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $1500
Deadline: September 30, 2015
Imagine America Foundation Scholarship
Eligibility: Senior planning to attend any one of the over 500 participating career
colleges across the country. To see which career colleges participate, see Mrs. Lucas
for a list. To apply visit www.imagine-america.org. Student must have a 2.5 GPA or
greater, financial need, and have demonstrated voluntary community service during
their senior year. This year’s seniors can begin applying January 1, 2015.
Award: $1000 scholarships
Deadline: December 31, 2015 for this year’s seniors. December 31, 2014 for 2014
graduates.
COUNSELOR’S CORNER NEWSLETTER
December 18, 2014
 Junior High and High School Students: To brush up on your skills for the ACT, visit
www.March2Success.com. This site contains practice tests, flash cards, and games to
improve skills in math, science, and verbal skills. It also has a section on information for
college admissions and financing. It is a free site, but you must register for access.
 Middle School and High School Students – Check out this interesting website:
Get Schooled https://getschooled.com/dashboard is a non-profit organization that
directly engages and motivates students to graduate from high school and succeed in
college. Get Schooled is the premiere education brand for young people—linking
students with high quality, cutting edge resources and tools they need to succeed. Get
Schooled uses the messengers (celebrities, powerful peers, pop culture events) and the
means (mobile/SMS, social, web) that youth turn to; and it meets the students where they
are (online, curious, etc.) to deliver the information they need to be successful in their
educational pursuits.
 Parents and Students: The Journey to College is a monthly reminder provided by the
Missouri Department of Higher Education. It is packed full of post-secondary tips.
Subscribe to the monthly reminder at http://dhe.mo.gov/ppc/reminders2.php.
SCHOLARSHIPS 2014-2015
Freshmen and Sophomore List
Popular Scholarship Search Websites
www.college-financial-aid-advice.com/scholarships-for-high-school-students.html
http://www.salliemae.com/ScholarshipSearch
www.fastweb.com
www.schoolsoup.com
http://www.mycollegeoptions.org/scholarship-advanced-search.aspx
Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation
Eligibility: Students 14 years and up and also parents can compete. Scholarship
competitions consist of one or more quizzes with topics ranging from general ―common
knowledge‖ to specific academic subjects, books, websites, and even movies. Scores
are based on a combination of time and accuracy. Five hundred points are awarded for
each correct answer and one point is subtracted for each second it takes to complete a
question. The eligible person with the most points at the end of each scholarship
competition is the winner. Visit www.cksf.org to register.
Award: $250 to $2500 scholarships
Deadline: Quizzes throughout the year
Odenza Marketing Group Volunteer Scholarship
Eligibility: Be between the ages of 16 and 22 on December 30, 2014. Student must
also possess a GPA of 2.5 or higher in his/her last academic year. Student must have
contributed at least 50 hours of volunteer (non-paid) service within his/her community
over
the
last
12
months.
Applications
at
http://www.studentscholarships.org/college.php.
Award: $500
Deadline: December 30, 2014
Top Ten List Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall 2020 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit an online short written response
(250 words or less) to: “Create a Top Ten List of the top ten reasons you should get
this scholarship.” To apply, visit www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $1500
Deadline: December 31, 2014
John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to high school students in grades 9-12. Write an essay (700-1000
words) that demonstrates your understanding of the political courage as described by
John F. Kennedy in Profiles in Courage. Application at www.jfklibrary.org.
Award: $10,000 first place, $1000 second place, $500 five finalists
Deadline: January 5, 2015
Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship
Eligibility: Purpose of this scholarship is to help students understand the negative
effects of too much screen time. Applicant must be a high school freshman, sophomore,
junior, or senior or a current or entering college or graduate school student of any level.
To apply, visit http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/technology-addiction-awarenessscholarship/. Submit application including 140-character message about technology
addiction. The finalists will be asked to write a full length 500-1000 word essay.
Award: $1500 winner and $500 runner-up
Deadline: January 30, 2015
I Have A Dream Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall 2021 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit online a short original,
previously unpublished written response to the topic, “We want to know…what do you
dream about?” Whether it’s some bizarre dream you had last week or your hopes for
the future, share your dreams. Must not exceed 250 words. Apply at
www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $1500
Deadline: January 31, 2015
School Soup’s “I am Applying” Scholarship
Eligibility: High school students, adults looking to head back to school, current college
students and anyone else looking to attend college or graduate school within 12 months.
Apply at http://schoolsoup.com/housescholarships/i-am-applying/.
Award: $1000
Deadline: January 31, 2015
ESA Foundation Epsilon Sigma Alpha
Epsilon Sigma Alpha International is a philanthropic service organization. The Epsilon
Sigma Alpha Foundation is a non-profit/tax exempt organization which operates
exclusively for charitable and educational purposes. To access these scholarships, visit
http://www.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarships-and-grants. Select ―state of residency‖
from the drop-down box, and then click ―search scholarships‖. There are a total of 43
Missouri scholarships. There is no scholarship application limit. Students may be
awarded more than one scholarship.
Eligibility: Available for 4-year colleges, community colleges, trade schools and
graduate degrees. The age range for recipients is 15 – 55 years old. You do not have to
be a high school senior to apply. Students may apply for as many scholarships as they
meet the criteria, but there is a $5 processing fee for every scholarship. Many of them
have specific requirements to be eligible.
Award: $500 to $2500
Deadline: February 2, 2015
Create-A-Greeting-Card Scholarship
Eligibility: Students 14 years and older in high school or college. If you are a student
with talent in fine arts, graphic design or photography, this is an amazing opportunity
for you. Submit an original photograph, piece of artwork or graphics file for the front
design of a greeting card. You do not need to create an entire greeting card, just the
artwork for the front cover. If you would like, you can incorporate text such as ―Happy
Birthday‖ or ―Season’s Greetings‖ into your artwork. All designs or photographs must
be the original work of the applicant. Contest participants should register on the
www.gallerycollection.com website. Look for the scholarship page on the site and
complete the online application. Judging: Facebook voters will be able to vote once per
day.
Award: $10,000 to winner and $1000 to winner’s school
Deadline: February 18, 2015
Sweet and Simple Scholarship:
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall of 2021 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit a short written response (250
words or less) to: “Not every gift has to be expensive or extravagant. In fact,
sometimes it‟s the sweet and simple things that make a real difference in our lives.”
Think back and tell us about something you received as a gift and why it meant so much
to you. Apply at www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $1500
Deadline: February 28, 2015
High School Student-Volunteer Community Service Scholarship
Eligibility: Freshman, sophomores, juniors, and seniors are eligible to be nominated if
they meet certain criteria. (1) Be a positive school citizen - demonstrate a caring and
considerate attitude toward others and no discipline referrals, (2) Meet or exceed 50 200 community service hours, depending on your grade level, (3) no payment received
for community service hours, (4) submit 250 word summary regarding educational
value and/or impactful insights that you have realized through volunteering. For
complete rules and an application, visit www.movolunteers.org.
Award: $1000 (8)
Deadline: March 2, 2015 (deadline to submit application to counselor)
TeenDrive365 Video Challenge Scholarship
Eligibility: Students at least 13 years of age and enrolled in 9th through 12th grade.
Create an original video between 60 and 90 seconds in length, which demonstrates the
importance of safer teen driving. To enter, visit http://www.teendrive365inschool.com/.
Award: 1st Place - $15,000 cash and the chance to work with a Discovery film crew to
reshoot your video into a TV-ready PSA
2nd Place - $10,000 cash and a behind-the-scenes trip for two to a Velocity show.
3rd Place - $7500 cash
People’s Choice Winner - $5000 cash and a behind-the-scenes trip for two to a Velocity
show.
Deadline: March 16, 2015
Anthem Essay Contest
Eligibility: 8th, 9th, and 10th graders – essay must be between 600 and 1200 words.
Students must read the book Anthem by Ayn Rand, and will then choose one of three
given topics for their essay. Essay may be submitted online or mailed. If it is mailed, a
cover sheet must be attached. To apply and for additional information, visit
http://essaycontest.aynrandnovels.org/anthem.aspx?theme=blue
Award: $2000 first prize, $500 second prize (5), $200 third prize (10), $50 finalists
(45), and $30 semifinalists (175)
Deadline: March 20, 2015
Superpower Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall of 2021 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit a short written response (250
words or less) to the question: “Which superhero or villain would you want to change
places with for a day and why?” Use your imagination and become the superhero, or
perhaps super villain, you’ve always wanted to be. Apply at
www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $2500
Deadline: March 31, 2015
E-waste Scholarship
Eligibility: Purpose of this scholarship is to help students understand the impact of ewaste and what can be done to reduce e-waste. Open to high school freshmen,
sophomores, juniors and seniors or a current or entering college or graduate school
student at any level. To apply, visit http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/ewastescholarship/. Complete the application form including a 140-character message about ewaste. Finalists will be asked to write a 500-1000 word essay about e-waste.
Award: $1500 winner and $500 runner–up
Deadline: April 30, 2015
All About Education Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall of 2020 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit a short written response (250
words or less) to the question: “How will a $3000 scholarship for education make a
difference in your life?” To apply, visit www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $3000
Deadline: April 30, 2015
Fifth Month Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall of 2021 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit a short written response (250
words or less) to: May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five
explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. To apply visit
www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $1500
Deadline: May 31, 2015
Do-Over Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall of 2021 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit a short written response (250
words or less) to the question: “If you could get one „do-over‟ in life, what would it be
and why?” To apply, visit www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $1500
Deadline: June 30, 2015
Flavor Of The Month Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall of 2021 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit a short written response (250
words or less) to: “Summer and ice cream go hand-in-hand. In fact, July is National
Ice Cream Month, and that‟s the inspiration behind this award. We think people are
very similar to ice cream; some are nutty, others a little exotic, while some are very
comforting. If you were an ice cream flavor, which would you be and why?” To apply,
visit www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $1500
Deadline: July 31, 2015
Make Me Laugh Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll no later than
fall of 2021 in a post-secondary institution. Must submit a short written response (250
words or less) to: “OMG…finding and applying for scholarships is serious business,
but it‟s time to lighten things up a little. We don‟t want to know why you deserve $1500
or how great your grades are, we simply want to LOL. Describe an incident in your
life, funny or embarrassing (fact or fiction), and make us laugh!” To apply, visit
www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $1500
Deadline: August 31, 2015
Shout It Out Scholarship
Eligibility: 13 years or older and be currently enrolled or plan to enroll in postsecondary education by 2021. Submit an online short written response (250 words or
less) for the question: “If you could say one thing to the entire world at once, what
would it be and why?” To apply, go to www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships.
Award: $1500
Deadline: September 30, 2015