1. finance
2. grants, scholarships and financial aid
3. scholarships

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AND OTHER
INFORMATION
Scholarships are awarded to students who have a variety of talents and interests. In fact, many
great scholarships are designed for students who devote their time to such diverse fields as foreign
language, arts, writing, oratory, and community service, just to name a few. Typically, these programs are
entirely “grade blind” – meaning that grades are not used as a judging criteria. Some scholarship contests
specify that applicants have a minimum 2.5 GPA. Once you have cleared this minimum bar, grades don’t
impact your chances of winning.
AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER ASSOCIATION ONLINE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Open to high school seniors who are U.S. citizens and who will enroll at a college,
university or trade school fall of 2015. Applicants must read the “Fire Sprinkler Essay”
about automatic fire sprinklers and take a ten-question multiple-choice test. For each
question answered correctly, students will receive one entry into a drawing for one of 10
scholarships. A total of 10 entries into the drawing are possible. Students are allowed
only one opportunity to take the online test.
Amount:
$2,000.00 (a total of $20,000.00 will be awarded)
Deadline:
Entries will be accepted from 12:00 p.m. (noon) CDT September 10, 2014 until 12:00
p.m. (noon) CDT April 2, 2015.
Contact:
www.afsascholarship.org
SYMANTEC SOFTWARE SCHOLARSHIP (UTAH)
Criteria:
Applicants must create and enter a software-based science project into a Utah regional
science fair. Applicants are selected to compete in a Utah regional science fair by
qualifying in both the school and district science fairs. Students must register as a
Symantec Software scholarship participant when they enter the regional science fair.
Participants do not have to win at the regional science fair level, but they must compete at
this level to be chosen for a Symantec Software Scholarship.
Amount:
$10,000.00
Deadline:
Check the science fair deadlines on the website
Contact:
http://www.symantec.com/about/profile/responsibility/software_scholarship.jsp or
[email protected]
WELLS FARGO COLLEGE STEPS
Criteria:
Students must complete the sweepstakes form or sign up online to enter. Drawings will
be held for each of six regions. Entrants might receive information in the mail about
college planning and financial literacy. The program starts on August 14, 2014 at 12:00
a.m. Central Time and goes until August 13, 2015 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.
Amount:
$1,000.00 per drawing (There will be twenty winners in total)
Deadline:
Drawings will be held on or after November 21 2014, February 13, 2015, May 15, 2015,
and August 28, 2015.
Contact:
www.wellsfargo.com/collegesteps or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
U.S. BANK INTERNET SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior who is a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident alien
to apply. Applicant must be planning to attend an eligible four-year college or university
full time starting fall of 2014. Scholarship award recipients are chosen through a random
drawing.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
Online applications will be accepted from January 14 to May 31, 2015.
Contact:
www.usbank.com/studentbanking or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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SEPTEMBER
QUEST BRIDGE – NATIONAL COLLEGE MATCH
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior who is an outstanding high achieving, low-income student.
The National College Match program has 33 partner schools. The partner schools are
listed on the web page. Applicant must plan to enroll in college for fall of 2015, fill out
an online application, send in a current transcript with test scores, send letters of
recommendation and write several essays.
Amount:
Full four-year scholarships worth up to $200,000.00
Deadline:
September 26
Contact:
www.questbridge.org
MAKE YOUR MARK BOOKMARK CONTEST
Criteria:
The contest is open to students from kindergarten to 12th grade. Student must design a
bookmark and submit it on the official UESP and Zion’s Bank entry form. Entries that
are not on the official form will not be considered. There is a limit of one entry per
person. Employees or immediate family members of employees, directors, and agents of
the USBR, UHEAA, UESP, Zion’s Bank and their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, and
advertising agencies are ineligible for the contest.
Amount:
$1,000.00 UESP college savings certificate
Deadline:
September 30, 2014 by 5:00 p.m.
Contact:
www.uesp.org/bookmark
SIEMENS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Scholarship is designed to recognize graduating seniors who have participated in a
scientific research project. Application must be accompanied by supporting materials.
Amount:
$1,000.00 to $100,000.00
Deadline:
September 30, 2014 by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time for the receipt of research project
materials. Region Competitions will be held in November.
Contact:
www.siemens-foundation.org or www.collegeboard.com/siemens
L. RON HUBBARD’S WRITES OF THE FUTURE CONTEST
Criteria:
Entrant must write an original short story or novelette about Science Fiction or Fantasy
that contains up to 17,000 words. Entry must not be for intended for children.
Amount:
$500.00 to $1,000.00 each quarter with an additional end of the year grand prize of
$5,000.00
Deadline:
Contest begins on October 1, 2014 and ends on September 30, 2015.
Contact:
www.writersofthefuture.com
OCTOBER
UTAH STATE SENATE YOUTH PROGRAM
Criteria:
Available to any high school junior or senior student serving in an elected capacity in any
one of the following: student government, civic, or educational organizations. (Student
body officer, class officer, student council representative, civic government positions,
student representative to district, regional, or state-level civic or education program.) Two
delegates will be chosen to represent the State of Utah on an all-expense paid trip to
Washington D.C. held March 7-14, 2015.
Amount:
The two winners from each state will each receive an all-expense paid trip to Washington
DC plus $5,000.00
Deadline:
October 2014
Contact:
www.hearstfdn.org
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AL NEUHARTH FREE SPIRIT AWARDS
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school junior graduating in the spring/summer semester of 2015
and must be planning to pursue a career in journalism. Applicant must demonstrate the
qualities of a “free spirit” and must complete the online registration and print out the
completed application form. The applicant, their parent/guardian, and a school official
must sign the completed application form. A 4x6 headshot photo must accompany each
application, two essays, a sealed letter of recommendation, an official high school
transcript and at least one published or broadcast sample of his/her work related to
journalism. To receive this scholarship, students must attend the entire Journalism
conference scheduled from June 20-25, 2015.
Amount:
$1,000.00 and an all-expense paid trip to Washington D.C. for the Journalism conference.
Deadline:
Applications will be available in October. Submission deadline is February 1, 2015.
Contact
www.freedomforum.org/freespirit
VERIZON SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
This scholarship is available for children of employees of Verizon. If you have a parent
or guardian who works for Verizon, have them check for more scholarship information.
The scholarship is based on academic performance and extracurricular leadership
activities.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
Open for application from October 1, 2014 to January 31, 2015
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
UTAH HISPANIC BUSINESS LEADERSHIP FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP (SOMOS)
Criteria:
Applicant must be enrolled in high school and be a resident of Utah and of
Hispanic/Latino descent. Applicant must have demonstrated leadership in school,
community and/or other service organizations that promote, enhance or strengthen
diversity, and demonstrate financial need. The applicant must submit the completed
application, two letters of recommendation, a high school transcript, and a brief personal
history that answers the questions found on the website. All scholarship winners should
attend the Holiday Gala to receive the scholarship award.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
October 1, 2014
Contact:
www.somosfoundationutah.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
SONS OF THE UTAH PIONEERS
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school. Applicant must provide their high school
GPA, and ACT and or SAT scores. Applicant must fill out the application and have a
statement of recommendation from a non-relative. Applicant must demonstrate pioneer
values, show service, leadership, have the determination to succeed and tell about
adversity they have overcome.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
October 2, 2014
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
WENDY’S HIGH SCHOOL HEISMAN
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school with at least a “B” grade average, and who
participates in at least one of 27 sports. Competition is judged on three criteria that are of
equal importance: Athletic Accomplishments, Academic Achievements, Community
Leadership and Involvement in various extracurricular activities during grades 9-11. The
first 25,000 applicants will have a chance to win a $10.00 - $50.00 gift card.
Amount:
Up to $10,000.00 to be donated to the winners’ high school and a $500.00 Wendy’s gift
certificate
Deadline:
October 3 by 5:00 p.m. central time (the school review by 5:00 p.m. central time on
October 6)
Contact:
www.wendysheisman.com or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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AES ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior. Applicant must submit an essay of between 500
and 1000 words in answer to the following: “When you look back on your life in 30
years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What relationships or
accomplishments will be important on this journey?” Applicant must submit the essay
to: [email protected].
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
October 6, 2014
Contact:
www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS DANFORTH SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior graduating in 2015 with plans to attend Washington
University in St. Louis. A high school counselor must nominate applicant. Nominated
student must embrace high ideals; have personal integrity, selflessness, a commitment to
community, and a dedication to leadership and academic excellence.
Amount:
full- or partial-tuition scholarships
Deadline:
October 15, 2014 nominations are due. Applications are due by January 15, 2015.
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
CIA
Criteria:
Amount:
Deadline:
Contact:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and be 18 years of age by April 1. Applicant must have
1500 SAT (1000 Math and Critical Reading and 500 Writing) or ACT scores of 21 or
higher and a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicant must show financial need as demonstrated by
the household income ceiling of $70,000.00 for a family of four and $80,000.00 for a
family of five or more. Applicant must meet the same employment standards as
permanent employees, successfully completing both security and medical processing and
be available to work in the Washington, DC area during your periods of employment.
An annual salary; a benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, and
retirement; and up to $18,000.00 per year calendar year for tuition, mandatory fees,
books and supplies.
Apply online between August 1 and October 15
www.cia.gov/careers/student
NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test
(PSAT/NMSQT) on Wednesday, October 15th and must be a U.S. citizen. This test is
elective for 10th and 11th grade students. Students must register and pay for this test
before the test date. The cost for the test is $15.00. Tests are sold on a first come basis.
Only students in the 11th grade will be able to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
Wednesday, October 15 PSAT/NMSQT testing date (7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.)
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
NATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Designed to recognize Black U.S. citizens. A student must take the PSAT/NMSQT in
the appropriate school year designated by the National Achievement Program and be
progressing toward high school graduation. When taking the test, the student must
request entry to the Achievement Program by marking section 14 on the PSAT/NMSQT
test. Tests are sold in the main office for $15.00 on a first come basis. Black students
may enter both the National Merit scholarship and the National Achievement scholarship
competitions.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
Wednesday, October 15 (PSAT/NMSQT testing date).
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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AAN NEUROSCIENCE RESEARCH PRIZE FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Criteria:
The applicant must be enrolled in a secondary school (grades 9-12) in the U.S. The
application must represent original laboratory research as well as the original written
work of the applicant. No group projects will be accepted.
Amount:
$1,000.00 and an all-expense paid trip to the neuroscience conference in Washington,
D.C.
Deadline:
October 23, 2014
Contact:
www.aan.com or contact Erin Jackson at [email protected] or (612) 928-6112
AYN RAND’S NOVEL
Criteria:
Entrant must be in 12th grade or enrolled in a college/university at the time of entry.
Entrant must write an essay on a choice of three specified topics after reading Atlas
Shrugged. The essay must be between 800 and 1,600 words and must be double-spaced.
Amount:
First prize: $10,000.00, 3 Second Prizes: $2,000.00, 5 Third Prizes: $1,000.00, 25
Finalists: $100.00, and 50 Semifinalists: $50.00
Deadline:
October 24, 2014
Contact:
www.aynrand.org/contests or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
INTERESTED IN ATTENDING A MILITARY ACADEMY?
AIR FORCE, MILITARY ACADEMY, NAVAL ACADEMY, or MERCHANT MARINES
Criteria:
Applicants must be at least 17 years old and be legal Utah residents and U.S. citizens,
unmarried, not pregnant, and with no children or other legal dependents. Applicants must
write a letter requesting consideration for an academy nomination and complete an
application with a personal resume, including letters of recommendation. Applicants
must provide their high school transcript, SAT or ACT score, and a listing of
extracurricular activities. An interview will be required. The interviews will be held to
select nominees for the Air Force, Army, Navy and Merchant Marines Academies.
Information and online applications and forms can be found on each website. It is wise
to apply with both of your Senators and your Representative.
Deadline:
Friday, October 24, 2014 by 5:00 p.m. for Congressman Jim Matheson, and October 31st
for Senator Hatch. (The dates may vary, so check the websites)
Contact:
Senator Orrin Hatch at www.hatch.senate.gov Linda Gibbons 801-524-4380
[email protected] or click on the link military academies or contact the
office of Congressman Jim Matheson at 801-486-1236 www.house.gov/matheson or
contact Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center. You may also apply to the Office of
the Vice President of the United States.
HORATIO ALGER UTAH SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen who is a high school senior planning to graduate in
2015. Applicant must be planning to enter a college in the U.S. in the fall of 2015.
Student must be involved in co-curricular and community service activities, have critical
financial need, preferably $50,000 or lower adjusted gross income per family (if higher,
an explanation must be provided), and have a minimum GPA of 2.0. Applicant must
have demonstrated integrity, perseverance in overcoming adversity, strength of character,
and a desire pursue a college education and contribute to society.
Amount:
$5,000.00
Deadline:
October 25
Contact:
www.horatioalger.com
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HORATIO ALGER NATIONALSCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen who is a high school senior planning to graduate in 2015
with plans to enter a college in the U.S. in the fall of 2015. Student must be involved in
co-curricular and community service activities, have critical financial need, preferably
$50,000 or lower adjusted gross income per family (if higher, an explanation must be
provided), and have a minimum GPA of 2.0. Applicant must have demonstrated
integrity, perseverance in overcoming adversity, strength of character, and a desire pursue
a college education and contribute to society.
Amount:
$20,000.00
Deadline:
October 25
Contact:
www.horatioalger.com
CARRINGTON DENTAL CENTER SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior who is a U.S. citizen. Applicant will answer the
essay question listed on the website in fewer than 1,000 words. A parent or guardian
must submit a letter of recommendation before the deadline. Applicant must be enrolled
in a college, university, trade or technical school no later than the fall of 2015.
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
October 30, 2014
Contact:
www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php
NATIONAL SECURITY LANGUAGE INITIATIVE FOR YOUTH
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen who is 15 to 18 years old at the start of the program.
Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
Amount:
NSLI for Youth scholarships cover all program costs, including round-trip travel to the
Program host city, tuition, educational and cultural activities, pre-departure and re-entry
orientations, visa fees, room and board, and accident and sickness program for exchanges
(ASPE) health benefits.
Deadline:
October 30, 2014
Contact:
www.nsliforyouth.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
COCA-COLA SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior and a U.S. citizen planning to pursue a degree at
an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA
at the end of their junior year. Applicant may NOT be a child or a grandchild of
employees, officers or owners of Coca-Cola bottling companies, The Coca-Cola
Company or any bottler or Company divisions or subsidiaries.
Amount:
$10.000-$20,000.00
Deadline:
October 31
Contact:
www.coca-colascholars.org
HOBY LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP (SOPHOMORES ONLY)
Criteria:
Open to sophomores who have demonstrated leadership qualities. Applicants will be
considered on the basis of leadership, school, community, or religious service, academic
excellence, sensitivity and concern for others. One sophomore will be selected to attend
this conference.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
October 31
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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NOVEMBER
VOICE OF DEMOCRACY (Veterans of Foreign War)
Criteria:
This scholarship is open to students in grades 9-12. Students must write and record an
original 3-5 minute essay on the theme: “Why Veterans are Important to our Nation’s
History and Future.” Students must submit a good-quality, regular, standard size
audiocassette tape in their own voice along with a neatly typed copy of the essay and the
completed entry form.
Amount:
$1,000.00 to $30,000.00 plus each Department’s first-place winner will receive an allexpenses paid trip to Washington D.C., February 28 to March 4, 2015.
Deadline:
November 1, 2014
Contact:
www.vfw.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
THE RON BROWN SCHOLAR PROGRAM
Criteria:
This scholarship is available to African-American high school seniors who will make
significant contributions to society. Applicants must excel academically, exhibit
exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities and
demonstrate financial need. All applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Amount:
$10,000.00 annually for four years
Deadline:
November 1 to be considered for the Ron Brown Scholar Program AND forwarded to a
select and limited number of additional scholarship providers. January 9 to be considered
for the Ron Brown Scholar Program only.
Contact:
www.ronbrown.org or [email protected]
BENNINGTON YOUNG WRITERS COMPETITION
Criteria:
The competition is open to students in grades 10-12. Students are invited to submit their
original writing in one of the following areas: Poetry (a group of three poems), fiction (a
short story or one-act play), or nonfiction (a personal or academic essay). Stories and
essays must be less than 1,500 words and double-spaced.
Amount:
First Place - $500.00 Second Place - $250.00 and the winning entries will be published
on the Bennington website
Deadline:
Postmarked by November 1
Contact:
www.bennington.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
CALIFORNIA LUTHERN UNIVERSITY
Criteria:
CLU’s scholarship program recognizes student achievement in academics, leadership and
the Visual & Performing Arts. Scholarships include: Presidential, Academic Merit,
Bioengineering, Visual & Performing Arts (Drama, Music, Art), and CLU Guarantee.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
November 1 early admission application and Presidential Scholarship application
deadline. November 15 is the deadline for early action to apply for the Visual &
Performing Arts Scholarships. November 22 is the deadline to audition for Visual and
Performing Arts early action. January 1 is the regular admission deadline. January 15 is
the regular deadline to apply for Visual and Performing Arts Scholarships. February 7 is
the regular deadline for applicants to audition for Visual and Performing Arts
Scholarships. February 22, 2015 is the Visual & Performing Arts audition deadline.
Contact:
www.callutheran.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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U-DREAM
Criteria:
Amount:
Deadline:
Contact:
Applicant must be an undocumented student in Utah with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Student must have financial need, and enroll in at least 9 semester hours while receiving
the award. Preference will be given to students of Mexican origin. Applicant must
include the completed application, an official transcript and a brief one to two-page essay
describing their academic goals and how they plan to use their education to benefit their
community.
Unspecified
November 1, 2014
www.educationopps.org/
U-SSTEM SCHOLARS PROGRAM (U-SUSTAINABILITY SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY
ENGINEERING AND MATH SCHOLARSHIP ROGRAM)
Criteria:
Applicant must be admitted to the University of Utah with a declared major in the
College of Science, the College of Mines and Earth Science, or the College of
Engineering. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and must have a demonstrated
financial need.
Amount:
Up to $38,600.00 over four years
Deadline:
Applicants are encouraged to apply by the November 1, 2014 – Honors Priority Deadline
or by December 1, 2014 – the Admissions Priority Deadline.
Final Deadline is February 1, 2015
Contact:
http://environment.utah.edu/students/undergrad.html
NCWIT AWARD FOR ASPIRATIONS IN COMPUTING (GIRLS)
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school girl in 9-12 grade with a good academic history,
demonstrated leadership ability, and an interest in IT computing with outstanding
computer skills. Relatives of employees or board members of NCWIT are not eligible.
Amount:
scholarships at Utah universities and colleges, a prize pack, networking opportunities
with computing professionals, an engraved award, and a celebration lunch. The Northern
Utah Award Ceremony will be held on March 21,2015 at 6:00 P.M. National winners
will receive $500.00, a laptop, an engraved crystal award, and an all expenses paid trip to
the Bank of America Technology Showcase and Awards Ceremony in Charlotte, North
Carolina.
Deadline:
November 2, 2014
Contact:
www.ncwit.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
PRUDENTIAL SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY AWARD
Criteria:
To be eligible a student must be in grades 5-12 as November 4, during the applying year
and must be a legal resident of any U.S. State. The applicant must have participated in a
volunteer activity that occurred at least partly during the 12 months prior to the date of
the application. The student must also submit a completed application to a school
principal or the head of an officially designated local organization by November 6.
Amount:
$1,000.00 and an all-expense-paid trip with a parent or guardian to Washington D.C.
May 2-5, 2015. National honorees receive an additional award of $5,000.00.
Deadline:
November 4
Contact:
www.prudential.co1/spirit or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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INTEL SCIENCE TALENT SEARCH
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior who has completed the high school courses
required for college applications before October 1, 2014. Selection process includes a
research report evaluated by three or more scientists, mathematicians, and/or engineers.
Amount:
$1,000.00 - $100,000.00 The 40 Intel Science Talent Search finalists will receive an allexpense paid trip to /Washington, D.C. to attend the Intel Science Talent institute from
March 5-11, 2015.
Deadline:
November 5, 2014 - transcript and recommendations deadline, November 11, 2014 technical support deadline, November 12, 2014 – application deadline (all entries must be
received no later than 8:00 p.m. ET on the deadlines)
Contact:
Intel Science Talent Search, 1719 N Street NW, Washington, DC 20036-2888, 202-7852255 or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
ZION’S PAYS FOR A’S COMMUNITY DRAWING
Criteria:
Student needs to take their report card to any Zion’s Bank. The bank will deposit $1.00
per “A” into the student’s Zion’s Bank savings account. If the student doesn’t have a
savings account, the student will be paid .50 per “A”. For each “A” the student will be
entered into a drawing for a scholarship savings account. There will be four separate
prize drawings. The October drawing will be a grand prize drawing for $1,000.00. “A-“
grades are not eligible.
Amount:
Up to $1,000.00
Deadline:
Drawings will be held November 7, 2014, January 26, 2015 April 3, 2015 and July 10,
2015.
Contact:
www.zionsbank.com/in-our-community/pays-for-as.jsp
SOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITY RED RIOT OVERNIGHTS
Criteria:
Southern Utah University Overnight allows high school students to experience life at
SUU. Students arrive on the Southern Utah University campus where they will be paired
with an SUU student. Participants will attend a class, eat with students, stay overnight
and attend an SUU activity. Dates are November 14-15, 2014, November 21-22, 2014,
January 16-17, 2015 and February 6-7, 2015, March 20-21, and April 17-18, 2015.
Apply on-line. Parents may participate in a customized parent information session and
take a campus tour on Friday of the Overnight visit. Parent lodging is unavailable in
student housing. Discounts for local lodging can be found at Parent Services.
Cost:
$20.00 (includes food, lodging and a SUU shirt)
Deadline:
48 hours prior to the event date or until full
Contact:
www.suu.edu/you or e-mail [email protected] or call the School Relations Office at (435)
586-7741
PEPSI GENERATION EXCELLENCE CASH AWARD
Criteria:
Applicant must be admitted as a matriculated student at SLCC with a minimum of 12
credit hours, or enrolled in a full program with the Skills Center. Applicant must have
completed a minimum of 12 credit hours at SLCC with a minimum 2.0 GPA, be a U.S.
citizen, and submit two recommendation forms.
Amount:
$300.00 to $500.00
Deadline:
November 15, 2014 for spring 2015 semester, April 15, 2015 for summer 2015, June 1,
2015 for fall semester 2015
Contact:
www.slcc.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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SEATTLE UNIVERSITY SULLIVAN LEADERSHIP AWARD
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school. Sullivan leaders are selected on the basis of
demonstrated service, leadership, and academic achievement. Applicant must have good
communication skills and a commitment to justice and the good of others through
service. Candidates for the Award are required to attend the Sullivan Leaders’ Day
competition on Saturday, January 17, 2015 on the Seattle University campus. Forty-five
finalists will be invited back for the final competition of Friday, February 27, 2015.
Amount:
Four-year full tuition, room and meals
Deadline:
November 15, 2014
Contact:
[email protected] or www.seattleu.edu/Sullivan
THE ROBERTSON SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school with plans to attend Duke or UNC-Chapel Hill.
The Robertson Scholars Program application needs to be submitted in addition to the
admission application.
Amount:
Full tuition, room and board, a laptop computer, and mandatory fees for scholars at Duke
(over $200,000.00) and (UNC-Chapel Hill (over $155,000.00) for four years.
Deadline:
November 15
Contact:
www.robertsonscholars.org
FIRST FREEDOM STUDENT COMPETITION
Criteria:
This is an Essay and Video contest open to all 9-12 grade students. All students must
follow the mandatory guidelines for the essay or video entry. Students must work
through their Social Studies, English teacher, or Media Department teacher for
sponsorship. (Two entries per class period) If not taking Social Studies and English
classes this semester, students may request sponsorship from a former or upcoming
Social Studies, English, or Multimedia teacher. (Two entries from former students not
enrolled in Social Studies and English classes this semester and two entries from
upcoming students not enrolled in Social studies and English classes this semester, who
request teacher sponsorship). An entry that does not conform to all entry requirements
will be disqualified! The Essay and video topic is on the website.
Amount:
Essay - $2,500.00 Video - $2,500.00
Deadline:
Monday, November 17, 2014 deadline for online registration (required). Do not register
until your teacher has read your essay and it is ready to submit.
Monday, November 24, 2014 postmark deadline for mailed entry (no electronic entries
accepted).
Monday, November 24, 2014 is the video upload deadline.
Contact:
www.firstfreedom.org
DANIELS FUND SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria:
Applicant must be nominated by a Daniels scholarship referral agency and must be a
resident of Utah and be senior in high school graduating during the 2014/2015 academic
school year. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, a permanent resident of the U.S., or have
refugee or asylum status in the U.S. Applicant must have taken the ACT by October 31,
2014 and have an exam composite score of 17 or higher or have taken the SAT by
October 1, 2014 and have a combined math and critical reading score of 830 or higher
and demonstrate financial need. Scholarship selection is based on leadership potential,
willingness to give back to the community, academic performance, a well-rounded
personality, and strength of character.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
Thursday, November 17 by 4:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time
Contact:
www.danielsfund.org
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UNIVERSITY OF UTAH SCHOOL OF MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Scholarships are available to students who wish to attend the U of U School of Music.
Auditions will be held for scholarship awards and acceptance into the music program for
fall semester 2015. Audition dates are Friday, November 21, 2014, Saturday, January 24,
2015, Saturday, January 31, 2015, and Saturday, February 21, 2015. Students must
complete a music scholarship application, attend an audition, and submit three letters of
recommendation. All applicants must apply for admission through the University of
Utah admissions office. Audition request forms are available online.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
Scholarship applications must be submitted by February 1, 2015
Contact:
www.music.utah.edu
WELLS FARGO COLLEGE STEPS
Criteria:
Students must complete the sweepstakes form or sign up online to enter. Drawings will
be held for each of six regions. Entrants might receive information in the mail about
college planning and financial literacy. The program starts on August 14, 2014 at 12:00
a.m. Central Time and goes until August 13, 2015 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.
Amount:
$1,000.00 per drawing (There will be twenty winners in total)
Deadline:
Drawings will be held on or after November 21. 2014, February 13, 2015, May 15, 2015,
and August 28, 2015.
Contact:
www.wellsfargo.com/collegesteps or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
FREEDOM’S FOUNDATION AT VALLEY FORGE UTAH CHAPTER
Criteria:
Available to eleventh grade students who demonstrate leadership qualities, high
academic achievement, and exemplary citizenship. Scholarship is based on extracurricular activities and work experience. Applicant must write an original patriotic
essay on an assigned topic and submit two letters of recommendation. Students selected
may attend one of two sessions held March 12-15, 2015 or April 9-12, 2015.
Amount:
Scholarship pays for partial funding for students and chaperones attending the Youth
Conference. (Tuition to Valley Forge Conference plus airfare, room, and board)
Students selected to attend the conference are asked to pay $400.00 toward the total cost
of $1,100.00.
Deadline:
November 21, 2014
Contact:
It there are questions, please contact Richard Ochoa in Room 1309 or Jennifer Scheffner
in the counseling center
YOUTH VOLUNTEER SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
Criteria:
Applicant must have completed a minimum of 50 hours of volunteer work over the past
two years. Applicant must have maintained a GPA of 3.5 or higher during the past two
years. Applicant must write an essay of less than 1000 words describing why they have
chosen to volunteer their time with the organization(s) that they have and how their
experience has changed their life.
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
November 29, 2014
Contact:
www.bbgcommunications.com
DECEMBER
NEW UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS – UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
Criteria:
Applicant must apply to attend the University of Utah for fall of 2015. Applicant must be
admitted to the New University Scholars program (by invite only).
Amount:
$2,000.00 per year for a maximum of 4 semesters
Deadline:
December 1
Contact:
www.financialaid.utah.edu
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UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
Criteria:
The scholarships available are President’s, Honors at Entrance, Honors at Entrance Early
Admission, Diversity, Alumni, Departmental, University of Utah Merit, University of
Utah Merit with Presidential Honors, Financial Need Based, Utah Achievement Award,
Top Ten, Utah Opportunity and Private Donors. Scholarships will be awarded on the
basis of academic excellence and promise of future achievement. Other scholarships are
offered in meteorology, engineering, political science and politics, anthropology, and
multicultural opportunities.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
December 1
(If applying only for need based scholarships applicants may apply until February 1)
Contact:
http://www.sa.utah.edu/finance or call the U of U scholarship office at 801-581-6211
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH TRUSTEE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school who will be attending the University of Utah
fall of 2015. Applicant must have received exceptional scores on standardized tests of at
least 26 or higher and must have demonstrated academic excellence within their high
school career. ACT results must be from the official October test date or before. No
additional application is necessary to apply beyond the U of U admission application.
Amount:
$1,000.00 to $2,000.00
Deadline:
December 1
Contact:
www.financialaid.utah.edu
U-SSTEM SCHOLARS PROGRAM (U-SUSTAINABILITY SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY
ENGINEERING AND MATH SCHOLARSHIP ROGRAM)
Criteria:
Applicant must be admitted to the University of Utah with a declared major in the
College of Science, the College of Mines and Earth Science, or the College of
Engineering. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and must have a demonstrated
financial need.
Amount:
Up to $38,600.00 over four years
Deadline:
Applicants are encouraged to apply by the November 1, 2014 – Honors Priority Deadline
or by December 1, 2014 – the Admissions Priority Deadline. February 1, 2015 is the
final deadline.
Contact:
http://environment.utah.edu/students/undergrad.html
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH ART AND ART HISTORY DEPARTMENT
Criteria:
Applicant must be accepted to the University of Utah and declare a major in art history or
plan to become an art major. Applicant must submit a departmental scholarship
application, three letters of recommendation, and a copy of their high school transcript to
the department of their intended major by the deadline. Student must also submit an art
portfolio to the Studio Art Department. Departmental scholarships are offered for the art
history program, the studio art program, the department of theatre, the film studies
division, the ballet department, the modern dance department, and the school of music.
Amount:
one-year full tuition for 12-15 credit hours
Deadline:
December 1 must apply for to the university of Utah to be considered for the scholarship.
(Make sure to contact departments directly, prior to the march 1 deadline for
recommendation forms and for special application requirements and deadlines on
portfolios, auditions, etc. All applicants must meet the deadlines.)
Contact:
http://www.sa.utah.edu/finance or www.art.utah.edu
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ARUP UTAH PROMISE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must apply to the University of Utah as a full time student and demonstrate
financial need. Applicant must complete their financial aid file with the University of
Utah and the admission application materials. The Free Application for Federal Student
Aid (FAFSA) and financial aid must be filed with the University of Utah by April 1.
Amount:
$2,000.00 per year for up to four years
Deadline:
December 1 is the admission deadline. April 1 is the Financial Aid File Completion final
deadline.
Contact:
www.financialaid.utah.edu
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH VALEDICTORIAN SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must apply for admission to the University of Utah for fall of 2015 and must be
the Valedictorian of their high school graduation class. The high school will be required
to submit documentation to the scholarship office verifying their class Valedictorian.
The applicant must complete the admissions process by submitting all required
documents by the deadline.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
December 1
Contact:
www.financialaid.utah.edu
BOSTON UNIVERSITY TRUSTEE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must rank in the top ten percent of their graduating class and be very active in
school and community. The award recognizes students who show outstanding academic
and leadership abilities. Applicant must be nominated by their school principal and must
submit an application for admission to Boston University along with the supplementary
essay required for the competition. The essay is to be written on one of three statements
and be no longer than 600 words. Official results of either the SAT with two SAT
Subject Tests or the ACT with Writing Test must be submitted. All tests must be taken
before November 2015.
Amount:
Full undergraduate tuition and mandatory fees (renewable scholarship)
Deadline:
December 1
Contact:
www.bu.edu/admissions/trustee or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
U-SSTEM SCHOLARS PROGRAM (U-SUSTAINABILITY SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY
ENGINEERING AND MATH SCHOLARSHIP ROGRAM)
Criteria:
Applicant must be admitted to the University of Utah with a declared major in the
College of Science, the College of Mines and Earth Science, or the College of
Engineering. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and must have a demonstrated
financial need.
Amount:
Up to $38,600.00 over four years
Deadline:
Applicants are encouraged to apply by the November 1, 2014 – Honors Priority Deadline
or by December 1, 2014 – the Admissions Priority Deadline. Final Deadline is February
1, 2015
Contact:
http://environment.utah.edu/students/undergrad.html
SOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITY
Criteria:
Scholarships are available in many areas, including Academic (President’s, Founders’,
Dean’s, Centurium), Leadership, Native American, Sterling Scholar, Talent,
Departmental, Athletic, Terrell H. Bell Teaching Incentive, Private and Army ROTC.
The criteria will vary according to the scholarship applied for. By completing the
admissions process by December 1, 2013 students will be eligible for academic
scholarships.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
December 1 priority deadline
February 1 for some scholarships
Contact:
www.suu.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF SALT LAKE (VIOLET RICHARDSON AWARD)
Criteria:
This award is available to young women between the ages of 14 and 17 who make the
community and world a better place through their volunteer efforts. These are merit
awards and are NOT based on academic achievement. Applicants must submit the
application and submit their answers in the space provided. Applicants must have taken
initiative in both identifying a problem and trying to solve it and must have had
significant and noteworthy accomplishments as a volunteer.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
December 1 (applications must be received by this date)
Contact:
www.sislc.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
FLEET RESERVE ASSOCIATION – ESSAY CONTEST
Criteria:
The contest is available to students in Grades 7 -12. Each entrant must be sponsored by
an FRA member in good standing, or by a currently chartered branch or unit located
nearest the entrant’s home. The branch does not need to be in the same state where the
entrant resides. The essay on “Why I Am Proud to Be an American” must be 350 words
or less. A student may submit only one entry each year.
Amount:
$1,000.00-$5,000.00
Deadline:
December 1
Contact:
www.fra.org/essay
AIR FORCE ROTC
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen at who is at least 17 years of age. Applicant must have a
minimum 3.0 GPA, an ACT composite score of 24 or an SAT composite score of 1100
(math and verbal portion only) and have a class ranking in the top 40%. The applicant
must have taken the ACT or SAT by December 1, 2014. The scholarship is based on
leadership and work experience, extracurricular activities, personal interview,
questionnaire results, and academic scores. Applicant must complete the Physical Fitness
Assessment and submit the Letter of Certification.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
December 1 (application must be submitted online by midnight)
Contact:
www.afrotc.com
UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY
Criteria:
USU lists the following scholarships: Presidential, Dean’s, Scholar, Merit, Achievement,
Involvement, Need-based, University Ambassador Program, Alumni, Departmental
Scholarships (Agriculture, Business, Education and Human Services, Engineering,
Humanities, Arts, and Social sciences, Natural Resources, and Science) as well as Private
Scholarships. To be considered for scholarships applicants must apply to Utah State
University Logan Main Campus and begin attending in fall semester. Applicants must
intend to graduate from Utah State University and major in a Utah State University
program.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
December 1
February 1 for Involvement and Need-based.
Contact:
http://www.usu.edu
BILL OF RIGHTS INSTITUTE’S WE THE STUDENTS ESSAY CONTEST
Criteria:
The essay contest is available to all students in grades 9-12. To enter the contest students
must fully answer three questions related to the principles of the Constitution and the
relevance of the Constitution today. Only one entry per student will be accepted.
Amount:
First place - $4,000.00, Second place - $2,000.00, Third place - $1,000.00, Honorable
Mention - $500.00 There is a bonus offer for early submission. All students who submit
their entries by November 15 will have their names put into a raffle. Five winners will be
drawn to receive $100.00.
Deadline:
December 5, 2014 by 11:59 p.m. PST
Contact:
www.billofrightsinstitute.org
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SODEXO FOUNDATION STOP HUNGER SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited educational institution (kindergarten through
graduate school in the U.S.) and must be U.S. citizens. Applicants must have
demonstrated an on-going commitment to their community by performing volunteer
services impacting hunger in the U.S. within the last 12 months. Applicants must obtain
a Community Service Recommendation as part of the application process.
Recommenders must be at least 21 years of age and may not be the applicants’ parent,
guardian or family member.
Amount:
$1,000.00 to $5,000.00
Deadline:
December 5
Contact:
www.sodexofoundation.org
ELKS MOST VALUABLE STUDENT
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior who is a U.S. citizen. Applicant will be judged
on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. Applicant need not be related to a
member of the Elks. Male and Female students compete separately. All applicants must
have taken the ACT or the SAT by November 15, 2014. This scholarship is for students
who will be pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis at a U.S college or
university.
Amount:
Varies $1,000.00 per year to $12,500.00 per year for up to 4 years
Deadline:
December 5 at your local Elks Lodge
Contact:
www.elks.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MODERN DANCE SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS
Criteria:
To enter the Modern Dance Undergraduate Program at the University of Utah and for a
dance scholarship, students must submit an application and attend an audition. Students
must also apply and be accepted to attend the University of Utah at least one month prior
to the audition date.
Amount:
unspecified (There is a $45.00 processing fee due at the time of the dance audition.)
Deadline:
Audition dates are Saturday, December 6, 2014, Friday, March 13, 2015, and Friday,
August 21, 2015.
Contact:
www.dance.utah.edu
USCA – LYNN JENSEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior who plans to become a school counselor or a
public education teacher for grades K-12. The applicant must submit SAT or ACT
scores, an official high school transcript, two letters of recommendation and an essay on a
school counselor who has been a positive influence. The letters of recommendation may
not be written by a relative or by the school counselor that the essay is written about.
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
December 12, 2014 before 12:00 P.M.
Contact:
www.utschoolcounselor.org or www.usca.schoolcounselorawards.org/scoy/ or Jennifer
Scheffner in the counseling center
DAR CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS ESSAY CONTEST
Criteria:
This contest is available to students in 9th to 12th grade. To enter the contest the student
must write an essay on an assigned topic. The topic for 2013-2014 is: “How do
American’s view Christopher Columbus and George Washington today?” The essay
must be 750 words or less and must be typed, or prepared on a computer. All of the
essay content must be the student’s original work and must have a title page. The
judging will be based on historical accuracy, adherence to topic, organization of material,
interest, originality, spelling, grammar, punctuation and neatness.
Amount:
National winner - $1,000.00 and an all-expense-paid trip to Washington D.C. to read the
winning essay at the Columbus Day event. Second - $500/00 and the third - $300.00
Deadline:
December 13 (Must be received by this date)
Contact:
www.dar.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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AXA ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school who is a U.S. citizen and plans to enroll in an
accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the U.S. by fall of 2015.
Applicant must have a recommendation by an adult professional and must demonstrate
ambition and self-drive by outstanding achievement in a school, community or workplace
activity. Applicant must describe in detail an outstanding achievement accomplished in a
non-academic activity or project.
Amount:
$10,000.00 to $25,000.00
Deadline:
December 15 (Application must be one of the first 10,000 submitted by the deadline)
Contact:
www.axa-achievement.com or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
RE: WRITING CONTEST – BYU ENGLISH DEPARTMENT
Criteria:
Contest is open to any student in grades 9-12. The categories are fiction (between 1,000
and 4,000 words long), poetry (one poem or a group of poems totaling 25 to 60 lines),
personal essay (from 700 to 2,500 words long), and critical essay (between 700 to 2,500
words long. Each contestant may submit one entry in each category. First place winners
of one year’s contest are not eligible for prizes the following year.
Amount:
$100.00 for first place, $60.00 for second place, $40.00 for third place
Deadline:
December 15, 2014
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
BURGER KING EMPLOYEE SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must work at a participating Burger King Corporation or franchisees, or be the
son or daughter of an employee of Burger King Corpor0ation or Franchisees. Employee
must have been active on the Burger King payroll for 6 months as of the application
deadline. Applicant must be a high school senior who has fundraised for the Burger King
Scholars Program. Students are selected based on their grade point average (must have at
least a 2.0 GPA), work experience, financial need, co-curricular activities, and
community service. An applicant who meets the requirements for the Burger King
Scholars Program and the Burger King Employee Scholars Program will receive an
award from only one program. The only way to apply for this scholarship is a web-based
e-application. The first 50,000 submitted applications will be processed. Incomplete
applications will not be processed.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
December 15, 2014
Contact:
www.bkmclamorefoundation.org
BURGER KING SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior and a U.S. resident who plans to enroll in an
accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational/technical school by fall of
the application year. Applicant must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher and
work an average of 15 hours a week, 40 weeks per year. Applicant must demonstrate
participation in community service and/or co-curricular activities and demonstrate
financial need. Students do not have to be employed at a burger king to be eligible,
however, burger king employees may be eligible. The only way to apply for this
scholarship is a web-based e-application. The first 50,000 submitted applications will be
processed. Incomplete applications will not be processed.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
December 15, 2014
Contact:
www.bkmclamorefoundation.org
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BURGER KING JAMES W. McLAMORE WHOPPER SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen who is a senior in high school and has a GPA of at least
3.3. Applicant must have a minimum ACT Composite score of 25 or a minimum
combined SAT score of 1700. Student must demonstrate an active leadership role in
community service, athletics, or other co-curricular activity and must demonstrate
substantial work experience and financial need.
Recipients will be chosen from the Burger King Scholars and the Burger King Employee
Scholars programs. All applications will be a web-based e-application. The first 50,000
submitted applications will be processed. Incomplete applications will not be processed.
Amount:
Up to three James W. McLamore Whopper Scholarship awards of $50,000.00. One
“King” award of $25,000.00. Up to four regional awards of $5,000.00 to the most
qualified student in each region from the pool of applicants.
Deadline:
December 15, 2014 by 11:59 p.m. (The first 50,000 applications will be processed)
Contact:
www.bkmclamorefoundation.org
HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school, of Hispanic heritage, who is a U.S. citizen or
legal permanent resident. Applicant must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and
have plans to enroll full-time in a degree seeking program at a two-or four-year U.S.
accredited institution in the U.S., U.S. Virgin Islands or Guam in fall of 2015. Applicant
must apply for federal financial aid by completing the free FAFSA form.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
December 15
Contact:
www.hsf.net
FOOT LOCKER SCHOLAR ATHLETES
Criteria:
Applicant must be a graduating senior with a minimum GPA of 3.0 who will enter a fouryear college in the fall of 2015. Applicant must demonstrate excellence in school, in
their community and on their sports team. Applicant must demonstrate good
sportsmanship and show how sports have developed their leadership in school and in
their community.
Amount:
$20,000.00
Deadline:
December 18, 2014 by 5:00 p.m.
Contact:
www.fastweb.com/content/foot-locker-scholar-athletes-program
2014 NFIB YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR AWARD
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high-school senior who demonstrates entrepreneurial spirit and
initiative, such as owning and operating their own business (can be babysitting, lawn
care, tutoring, etc.), participating in organizations such as DECA, FBLA, Junior
Achievement and The National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship among others,
or through other initiatives. The scholarship is also based on extracurricular activities,
leadership activities, academic record, and essay content. The applicant must be
nominated by a dues-paying member of NFIB and must enter an accredited two- or fouryear university, college or vocational/technical institute during the fall of 2015.
Amount:
$1,000.00 to $10,000.00
Deadline:
December 18 (Apply online or fax application no later than this date.)
Contact:
www.nfib.com/yea or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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REGENTS’ SCHOLARSHIP – BASE AWARD, EXEMPLARY ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT
AWARD, UTAH EDUCATIONAL SAVINGS PLAN SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD
Criteria:
For the Base award applicants must be in their senior year of high school and must have a
cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicants must complete the Utah Scholars Core
Course of Study during grades 9-12. The transcript may have no individual grade lower
than a “C” in the required core classes. Applicant must have at least one reported ACT
score. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and have no criminal record except misdemeanor
traffic citations. For the Exemplary Academic Achievement Award a student must meet
the Base Award requirements plus have a cumulative 3.5 GPA, and an ACT score of 26
or higher. There must not be any individual grade, listed on the official transcript, lower
than a “B” in the required core courses. A student who qualifies for the Exemplary
Academic Achievement Award must renew the award each semester. The Exemplary
award scholarship recipient must enroll in, and successfully complete, 15 credit hours
earning a 3.3 college GPA each semester. A student who qualifies for a Regent’s
Scholarship may also receive a Utah Educational Savings Plan (UESP). In order to
receive this award the student must meet the qualifications for a Regents’ Scholarship
Award and have a Utah Educational Savings Plan Trust account with the student named
as the beneficiary showing annual contributions of $100.00 or more during the students
14, 15, 16, 17, year of age. It is the applicant’s responsibility to read and understand the
requirements of the scholarship. Past information is out-of-date.
Amount:
Base Award worth $1,000.00 (one-time payment), Exemplary Academic Achievement
Award worth up to $1,250.00 per semester (may be renewed), Utah Educational Savings
Plan Supplemental Award worth up to $400.00 (one-time payment). The Utah
Educational Savings Plan Supplemental Award will be added to the scholarship award
payment and it is NOT deposited into the students UESP account.
Deadline:
The Priority deadline is December 19, 2014. The final application deadline is February
2, 2015. Late application materials are not accepted and incomplete files will not be
reviewed.
Contact:
www.higheredutah.org or [email protected] (801-321-7294) or Jennifer
Scheffner in the counseling center
AMERICAN LEGION ORATORICAL CONTEST
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen. The prepared Oration must be the original effort of
each contestant and must be given in English, without notes, and take between eight to
ten minutes for delivery. The Assigned topic part of the contest must not take less than
three minutes or take more than five minutes for delivery.
Amount:
$1,500.00 to $18,000.00
Deadline:
December 31 to the local American Legion Post
Contact:
http://www.legion.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS MILITARY FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Scholarship is available to VFW members (minimum 2 years) who are currently serving
in uniform or have been discharged within the thirty-six months prior to the deadline each
year. The scholarships will be awarded to service members from each branch of service.
The veteran or a member of the veteran’s immediate family may use the scholarship.
Amount:
$3,000.00
Deadline:
December 31
Contact:
www.vfw.org or www.vfwscholarships.org
IMAGINE AMERICA SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicants must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, have financial need and must have
demonstrated voluntary community service during their senior year.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
December 31 for 2014 high school graduates. High School Graduates of 2015 can start
applying on January 1, 2015.
Contact:
www.imagine-america.org
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ALLEGRA FORD THOMAS SCHOLARSHIP – NATIONAL CENTER FOR LEARNING
DISABILITIES, INC.
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and be enrolled as a senior in high school who will be
attending a two-year community college, a vocational/technical training program, or a
specialized program for students with LD in the fall of 2015. Student must have an
overall GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicant must have a financial need and show
documentation of an identified learning disability. ADD/ADHD alone is not considered
a learning disability. Eligible candidates with ADD/ADHD must also provide
documentation of a specific learning disability. Applicant must submit the application
form, including the structured question and answer section, a high school transcript, a
financial statement, and three letters of recommendation.
Amount:
$2,500.00
Deadline:
December 31
Contact:
www.ncld.org
ANNE FORD SCHOLARSHIP – NATIONAL CENTER FOR LEARNING DISABILITIES, INC.
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and be enrolled as a senior in high school who will be
attending a four-year undergraduate degree. Student must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or
higher. Applicant must have a financial need and show documentation of an identified
learning disability. ADD/ADHD alone is not considered a learning disability. Eligible
candidates with ADD/ADHD must also provide documentation of a specific learning
disability. Applicant must submit the application form, a personal statement, a high
school transcript and three letters of recommendation.
Amount:
$10,000.00 ($2,500.00 per year for four years)
Deadline:
December 31
Contact:
www.ncld.org
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LETTER CARRIERS - WILLIAM C. DOHERTY FUND
Criteria:
Applicant must be the son, daughter or legally adopted child of a letter carrier NALC
member (must be a member for at least one year prior to making application) in good
standing—active, retired or deceased. Stepchildren and grandchildren are eligible if they
live with the letter carrier in a regular parent-child relationship. Applicant must be a
senior and must take the ACT or the SAT in either their junior or senior year.
Amount:
$4,000.00 (renewable)
Deadline:
December 31
Contact:
www.nalc.org/member-benefits/benefits-for-members/scholarships
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LETTER CARRIERS – JOHN T. DONELON SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be the son, daughter or legally adopted child of a letter carrier NALC
member (must be a member for at least one year prior to making application) in good
standing—active, retired or deceased. Stepchildren and grandchildren are eligible if they
live with the letter carrier in a regular parent-child relationship. Applicant must be a
senior and must take the ACT or the SAT in either their junior or senior year.
Amount:
$1,000.00 (renewable)
Deadline:
December 31
Contact:
www.nalc.org/member-benefits/benefits-for-members/scholarships
SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY HOUSING SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must fill out the housing scholarship application and submit an essay of up to
300 words describing how this scholarship will aid their educational pursuits. This
scholarship is usually not available to freshman students unless there are extenuating
circumstances. Please see the website for details and more information.
Amount:
Varies. (One year scholarship, must be applied for each year.)
Deadline:
December 31 Priority Deadline, March 1 Final Deadline if scholarships are still
available
Contact:
www.suu.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA EAGLE SCOUT ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria:
Applicant must be an Eagle Scout with an ACT score of at least 28 and/or a composite
score of 1800 on the SAT, and be a senior entering college in the year a scholarship is
applied for. Applicant must have demonstrated leadership in Scouting and have a strong
record of participation in activities outside of Scouting. The financial need statement
must be signed by the applicant and countersigned by the parent. One signed letter of
recommendation from a volunteer or professional Scout leader who knows the applicant
personally must be submitted listing the Scouting title on the letter. No other letters of
recommendation will be accepted. The application, a high school transcript showing the
cumulative GPA and ACT and/or SAT scores, the signed financial statement, and the
letter of recommendation must be submitted by the deadline to be considered. Applicant
must be a NESA member or apply for membership by December 31, 2014.
Amount:
$2,500.00 to $48,000.00 a year for up to four years
Deadline:
December 31
Contact:
www.nesa.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA HALL/McELWAIN MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria:
Applicant must be an Eagle Scout and be a graduating senior. Applicant must have
demonstrated leadership ability in Scouting and a strong record of participation in
activities outside of Scouting. One signed letter of recommendation from a volunteer or
professional Scout leader who knows the applicant personally is required. The letter
must contain the scouting title of the writer. Applicant must be a NESA member or apply
for membership by December 31, 2014.
Amount:
$1,000.00 to $2,500.00
Deadline:
December 31
Contact:
www.nesa.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
ALICE MADDEN BARTON COSMETOLOGY SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM – GREAT
CLIPS
Criteria:
Scholarships are available for current students, high students and those pursuing a career
in cosmetology or barbering. Applicant must fill out the application and answer a few
questions and attach a couple of paragraphs describing why cosmetology interests you.
Amount:
Varies based on financial need
Deadline:
December 31 and June 30
Contact:
www.greatclips.com
SOROPTIMIST LIVE YOUR DREAMS ART CONTEST
Criteria:
Students between the ages of 4 and 18 are eligible to enter the contest. Students must
draw a present-day woman who inspires them. All artwork must be no larger than 11” X
14” created in any medium that remains flat on the page. The artwork submitted must be
glued or stapled to the art contest entry form. Each entrant must describe why this
woman inspires them using up to 50 words. Finalist entries will be featured on the
Soroptimist Live Your Dream Campaign website, where visitors can vote on their
favorite drawing in each age category. Schools must collect all artwork from their
students and send them in one package to Soroptimist International of the Americas.
Amount:
Gift certificate to the Live Your Dream Store
Deadline:
December 31, 2013 (Entries must be received by this date.)
Contact:
www.LiveYourDream.org/artcontest/2014.html or Scheffner in the counseling center
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JANUARY
FOUNDATION FOR INDIVIDUAL RIGHTS IN EDUCATION – FREE SPEECH ESSAY
CONTEST
Criteria:
This contest is available to high school juniors and seniors. The student must watch two
videos and write an essay answering the question, “Why is free speech important at our
nation's colleges and universities?” Using examples from both videos discuss how
censorship of student speech is incompatible with higher education. The essay needs to
be between 800-1,000 words.
Amount:
First Place - $10,000.00, Second place - $5,000.00, Third place - $1,000.00. The
remaining entrants will be entered into a drawing where four awards of $500.00 will be
awarded.
Deadline:
January 1, 2015
Contact:
www.thefire.org/student-network/essay-contest/
NATIONAL ITALIAN AMERICAN FOUNDATION
Criteria:
Applicant must be an Italian American student who demonstrates outstanding potential
and high academic achievements. Or, the applicant must be a student from any ethnic
background who will major or minor in Italian language, Italian studies, Italian American
studies or a related field, who demonstrates outstanding potential and high academic
achievements. To be considered an Italian American the student must have at least one
ancestor who has immigrated to America from Italy. Applicant must have a minimum
3.5 GPA and be a U.S. citizen. Applicant must be accepted to an accredited college or
university for the fall of 2015. The scholarship application and teacher evaluation form
must be submitted on-line. The high school transcript must be submitted by mail.
Amount:
$2,000.00 - $12,000.00
Deadline:
January 1, 2015
Contact:
www.niaf.org/scholarships
ALLIANCE FOR YOUNG ARTISTS & WRITERS
Criteria:
The Alliance for young artists and writers contest is open to students in grades 7-12.
Students can submit in 30 different categories of visual art and writing. The same work
may not be entered in more than one category. Entries will be judged on originality,
technical skill, and emergence of a personal vision and voice.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
January 4
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
UNITED STATES JCI SENATE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a graduating senior who is a U.S. citizen and is planning to attend an
accredited post-secondary college, university or vocational school. Scholarship is based
on personal statement, academics, volunteer or leadership, employment, and letters of
recommendation.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
January 4
Contact:
www.usjcisenate.org/ut
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JOHN F. KENNEDY PROFILE IN COURAGE ESSAY CONTEST
Criteria:
Applicant must be in grades 9-12. To enter the contest the student must write an original
and creative essay of between 700 and 1,000 words that demonstrates an understanding
of political courage as described by John F. Kennedy in Profiles in Courage. The essay
must describe and analyze an act of political courage by a United States elected official
that occurred while serving during 1956 or after. Essay must include a bibliography of a
least five sources including a non-internet source.
Amount:
First place - $5,000.00 cash and $5,000.00 to grow in a John Hancock Freedom 529
College Savings Plan, Second place - $1,000.00 cash, Up to five finalists - $500.00 cash
Deadline:
January 5, 2015
Contact:
www.jfklibrary.org
THE BRONFMAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIPS IN ISRAEL
Criteria:
Applicant must be a junior in High School, who self-identify as Jewish, and who will be
16 years of age by July 2015.
Amount:
All expense trip for five weeks during the summer from June 30 to August 5, 2015.
Deadline:
January 6, 2015
Contact:
www.bronfman.org
GE-REAGAN FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen who is high school senior and must be nominated by an
eligible community leader and be recommended by an authority figure. Applicant must
have a 3.0 or higher GPA, demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, citizenship, integrity
and a financial need.
Deadline:
January 8, 2015 (Only the first 25,000 completed applications will be accepted.)
Amount:
$10,000.00 renewable up to $40,000.00
Contact:
www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships
THE RON BROWN SCHOLAR PROGRAM
Criteria:
This scholarship is available to African-American high school seniors who will make
significant contributions to society. Applicants must excel academically, exhibit
exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities and
demonstrate financial need. All applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Amount:
$10,000.00 annually for four years
Deadline:
January 9 to be considered for the Ron Brown Scholar Program only.
Contact:
www.ronbrown.org or [email protected]
ASIAN & PACIFIC ISLANDER AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Criteria:
Applicant must be of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity as defined by the U.S.
Census and be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident. Applicant must have a
minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 and be enrolling in a U.S. accredited college or
university as a full-time, degree seeking, first-year student for fall of 2015. Applicant
must apply for federal financial aid by February 1 and submit one letter of
recommendation. The letter of recommendation may not be from a relative. Additional
scholarships may be applied for once the application is submitted and certified. It is
highly recommended that all scholarships be applied for. Start on the application as soon
as possible because no late applications will be accepted. The application must be
completed online.
Amount:
$2,500.00 - $15,000.00
Deadline:
January 9, 2015 by 11:59 p.m. EST for all APIA scholarships
Contact:
www.apiasf.org/scholarship_apiasf.html
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SOCIETY OF AMERICAN MILITARY ENGINEERS – LT. COL. G. ROGER SUNADA
Criteria:
Available to high school seniors who plan to pursue an engineering degree. Fill out the
application and in an essay of 250-500 words tell what you hope to contribute to society
from a career in engineering.
Amount:
$1,800.00
Deadline:
January 9 (must be received by this date)
Contact:
http://posts.same.org/greatbasin/ or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria:
Applicant must complete the application for admissions to Weber State University. The
scholarship application must be completed via the eWeber portal before the deadline.
There are Academic, Presidential-Alethia, Founders, High Honors/Honors and
Achievement, Emerging Leaders, Departmental, Wildcat Activity Scholarships, Financial
Need-Based, Donor-Sponsored Special-Condition, Sterling Scholar, Army ROTCMilitary Science, and National Merit Scholarships. Student must submit the application
for admission to WSU and send their official transcripts (high school and any
college/university work) before the deadline. An official transcript is one stamped and
placed in a sealed envelope by the issuing party. If this envelope is opened, the transcript
cannot be accepted.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
January 12 (Applications turned in first will be more competitive for the scholarships.)
Contact:
www.weber.edu/scholarships
WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY WILDCAT WELCOME DAY – Wednesday, February 4, 2015
Wildcat Welcome Day is an open house-style event for Students, Parent, and Counselors
to visit and learn more about Weber State University firsthand. Wildcat Welcome Day
will be held at Weber State University on Wednesday, February 4, 2015, from 8:30 a.m.
to 11:30 p.m. or 3:30 am to 6:00 p.m. Students will be able to get a scholarship offer and
accept it. There will be campus tours, financial aid information, a student housing open
house, information about being ready for college and a session about getting involved at
Weber State. Students can apply for admissions and scholarships by visiting
www.weber.edu/GetintoWeber/ScholarshipDay.html. Go to the website, click apply,
and fill out the online application. Students will also need to send transcripts and
ACT/SAT scores by the scholarship deadline of January 12, 2015. Students must be
admitted to Weber State University and submit the online scholarship application before
the scholarship deadline of January 12, 2015 to be considered for a scholarship. It is best
to complete the admission application at least two-weeks before the scholarship
application deadline.
Contact:
http://www.weber.edu/futurestudents or call 801-626-6050 (recruitment office at Weber
State) [email protected] for more information or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling
Center
AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION OF UTAH
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior planning on entering an accredited college or
university as a full-time, degree-seeking student and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Demonstrated financial need will increase the chances of qualifying for the scholarship.
Applicant must have a passion for civil liberties and must have demonstrated a strong
commitment to civil liberties through some form of activism. Applicant must submit the
scholarship application a high school transcript, two letters of recommendation, and an
essay of 1000 words about their commitment to, and work on behalf of, civil liberties.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
January 12, 2015
Contact:
www.acluutah.org or 801-521-9862 Ext. 111
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NATIONAL CO-OP SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM – WACE
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school with a minimum GPA of 3.5. Applicant must
be accepted to attend one of the WACE Partner Institutions for fall of 2015. The WACE
Partner Institutions are: Clarkson University, Drexel University, Johnson & Wales
University, Kettering University, Merrimack College, Rochester Institute of Technology,
State University of New York Oswego, University of Cincinnati, University of
Massachusetts Lowell, The University of Toledo, and Wentworth Institute of
Technology.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
January 13, 2015 for Drexel University
February 15, 2015 for most others. Early applications are highly encouraged)
Contact:
www.waceinc.org
U.S. BANK INTERNET SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior who is a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident alien
to apply. Applicant must be planning to attend an eligible four-year college or university
full time starting fall of 2015. Scholarships are chosen through random drawings.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
Online applications will be accepted from January 14 to May 29, 2014 at 5:00 p.m.
Contact:
www.usbank.com/studentbanking or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARS
Criteria:
Applicant must be African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific
Islander American, or Hispanic American and be a U.S citizen and have a 3.3 cumulative
GPA. Applicant must have leadership experience, meet the Federal Pell Grant eligibility
criteria, and be entering a U.S. accredited college or university as a full-time, degree
seeking freshman in the fall of 2015. All three forms (Nominee Personal Information,
Nominator Form, and Recommender Form) must be completed and submitted.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
January 14, 2015 11:59 p.m. EST for online applications
Contact:
www.gmsp.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
WASHINGTON CROSSING FOUNDATION
Criteria:
Designed for senior students planning a career in government service and who are U.S.
citizens. Scholarship is based on purpose in choice of career, preparation for such a
career, and qualities of leadership.
Amount:
$500.00 to $5,000.00 paid over four-years. Winners will get an all expenses paid
weekend, including transportation and housing, in Bucks County Pennsylvania to attend
the scholarship awards ceremony. All winners must attend the Scholarship Awards
Program on Saturday, April 25, 2015 in order to win their scholarship.
Deadline:
January 15 (must be received no later than this date)
Contact:
www.gwcf.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
CALIFORNIA LUTHERN UNIVERSITY
Criteria:
CLU’s scholarship program recognizes student achievement in academics, leadership and
the Visual & Performing Arts. Scholarships include: Presidential, Academic Merit,
Bioengineering, Visual & Performing Arts (Drama, Music, Art), and CLU Guarantee
scholarships.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
January 15 is the deadline for regular admission applicants to apply for the Visual &
Performing Arts Scholarships. February 7 is the deadline for regular decision applicants
to audition for Visual and Performing Arts Scholarships.
Contact:
www.callutheran.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Available to high school seniors with multiple sclerosis, or who have a parent with
multiple sclerosis. Applicant must be either a U.S. citizen or legal resident who plans to
enroll in an accredited two-or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school
located in the United States for the 2015-16 academic year. Applicant must enroll in at
least six credit hours per semester in course work leading to a degree, license, or
certificate. Applicant will need a parent/guardian or other contact’s phone number and
e-mail address and a high school transcript. The applicant must also show their work
history, school and community activities, financial information, and write a short
statement of their educational and career goals and a personal statement describing the
impact MS has had on their life. Applications are accepted online only.
Amount:
$1,000.00 to $3,000.00
Deadline:
January 15 by 11:59 p.m. central time
Contact:
www.nationalmssociety.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
SAE ENGINGEERING SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen who is a high school senior and must meet the minimum
GPA and ACT requirements and intend to enroll in an engineering program accredited by
ABET. Several different scholarships are available in an engineering or related science
program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
Amount:
$1,000.00 - $10,000.00
Deadline:
January 15
Contact:
www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
DELL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school participating in a Michael & Susan Dell
Foundation approved college readiness program for a minimum of two years with a
minimum 2.4 GPA. Applicant must have a demonstrated financial need, be a U.S. citizen
and plan to enter a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited institution in the fall of
2013.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
January 15
Contact:
www.diversity.utah.edu/scholarships
DECA HARRY A. APPLEGATE SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
Criteria:
This is a merit-based scholarship available to students currently active in DECA who
intend to pursue a full-time two-or four-year course of study in marketing,
entrepreneurship or management. Applicant must have a completed application form, an
official current high school transcript, SAT or ACT scores, a statement of DECA
participation and accomplishments and evidence of leadership, responsibility and
character other than through DECA. Three letters of recommendation are required. One
letter is to be from the chapter advisor, one from a school official and one other.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
January 16
Contact:
www.deca.org
OTIS SPUNKMEYER/DECA SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior DECA student who works, and sells Otis Spunkmeyer
products, in their school store. The scholarship is based on community involvement,
DECA activity, leadership ability, and scholastic record. The scholarship award may be
used for any accredited postsecondary college or university that offers courses designed
to prepare individuals for careers in marketing, management or entrepreneurship.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
January 16
Contact:
www.deca.org
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NATIONAL TECHNICAL HONOR SOCIETY/DECA
Criteria:
Applicant must be a member of DECA and be a member of the National Technical Honor
Society.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
January 16
Contact:
www.deca.org
IFA/DON DEBOLT DECA SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicants must be DECA members on the national level involved in DECA activities
and who have an interest in franchising/entrepreneurship studies. The scholarship is
based on community involvement, leadership ability and scholastic record.
Amount:
$2,000.00
Deadline:
January 16
Contact:
www.deca.org
WALGREENS/DECA SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a DECA member at the national level who is committed to leadership
and community service. The scholarship is based on DECA activities, community
involvement, leadership ability, and scholastic record. The scholarship award may be
used for any accredited postsecondary college or university that offers courses designed
to prepare individuals for careers in marketing, business or marketing education.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
January 16
Contact:
www.deca.org
MARRIOTT/DECA SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
This scholarship is available to active DECA members who are focused on careers in the
hospitality industry. The scholarship is based on DECA activities, hospitality interest,
leadership ability, and scholastic record.
Amount:
$2,000.00
Deadline:
January 16
Contact:
www.deca.org
PUBLIX
Criteria:
Amount:
Deadline:
Contact:
Applicant must be a member of DECA who is an associate of Publix.
$1,000.00
January 16
www.deca.org
SOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITY RED RIOT OVERNIGHTS
Criteria:
Southern Utah University Overnight allows high school students to experience life at
SUU. Students arrive on the Southern Utah University campus where they will be paired
with an SUU student. Participants will attend a class, eat with students, stay overnight
and attend an SUU activity. Dates are November 14-15, 2014, November 21-22, 2014,
January 16-17, 2015 and February 6-7, 2015, March 20-21, and April 17-18, 2015.
Apply on-line. Parents may participate in a customized parent information session and
take a campus tour on Friday of the Overnight visit. Parent lodging is unavailable in
student housing. Discounts for local lodging can be found at Parent Services.
Cost:
$20.00 (includes food, lodging and a SUU shirt)
Deadline:
48 hours prior to the event date or until full
Contact:
www.suu.edu/you or e-mail [email protected] or call the School Relations Office at (435)
586-7741
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TRUMAN D. PICARD SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicants must be seeking an education in Natural Resources. Applicants must have a
validated enrollment in a federally recognized Tribe or Native Alaska Corporation, as
established by the U.S. Government. Applicants must have three signed letters of
reference. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Amount:
$2,000.00
Deadline:
January 16, 2015 by 5:00 p.m. PST (All requested information must be received by this
date)
Contact:
www.itcnet.org
HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND – WELLS FARGO BANK SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school, of Hispanic heritage, who is a U.S. citizen or
legal permanent resident. Applicant must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Applicant must enroll to a four-year institution for the fall of 2015. Applicant must apply
for federal financial aid and provide financial aid award letters for the 2015-2016
academic year from your institution when available.
Amount:
$1000.00 - $5,000.00
Deadline:
January 20
Contact:
www.hsf.net
HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND – HAZ LA U SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen of Hispanic heritage who is a high school senior with a
minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicant must plan to enroll full-time at an accredited institution in
the U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, or Guam during the 2014-2015 academic year.
Applicant must apply for federal financial aid by completing the FAFSA application.
Amount:
One at $15,000.00 and twenty at $2,500.00
Deadline:
January 20
Contact:
www.hsf.net/en/scholarships/
NAVY ROTC
Criteria:
Amount:
Deadline:
Contact:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen who is 17 years old by September 1 of their first year of
college. Applicant must be a high school graduate by August 1 of the same year that
entrance into the four-year NROTC Program is anticipated. Applicant must have a
minimum ACT score of 22 in English and 21 in Math or be in the top 10 percent of their
graduating class. Applicant must be physically qualified by Navy standards. Applicant
must apply for at least three NROTC colleges and gain admission by November 1.
Full tuition, cost of books and other educational expenses, and a monthly subsistence
allowance.
January 20 (Applications are being accepted now.)
www.navy.com 1-800-NAV-ROTC ext. 25166 or 1-800-395-9519 ext. 2059
RMHC/HACER SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school with at least one parent of Hispanic/Latino
heritage. Applicant must be eligible to attend a two- or four-year college, university or
technical school fall of 2014.
Amount:
Up to 100,000.00
Deadline:
January 21. 2014
Contact:
www.diversity.utah.edu
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THE ART INSTITUTE BEST TEEN CHEF COMPETITION
Criteria:
The contest is open to current high school seniors who will be graduating in 2015 with a
minimum 2.0 GPA. Applicant must fulfill all individual culinary program admission
requirements for the specific culinary degree program in which they wish to enroll.
Applicant must submit a completed Entry & Release form.
Amount:
$4,000.00 for the first place winner, $1.000.00 for the second place winner. The first
place winner who is randomly selected will receive an all expenses paid trip to New York
for the winner and their parent or legal guardian that includes a VIP tour of the Food
Network and Cooking Channel Studios, Kitchens and Facilities at Chelsea Market and
dinner for two at a Food Network chef’s restaurant selected by Food Network. The value
of the trip is approximately $2,700.00.
Deadline:
January 23
Contact:
www.artinstitutes.edu/competitions/bestteenchef.aspx
www.artinstitutes.edu/competitions/highschoolcompetitions.aspx
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH, POLITICAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENT (Political Science Departmental
Scholarship, J.D. Williams Scholarship, Maurice Warshaw Scholarship, Marion V.
and F. Arthur Boyd Scholarship and Richard and Virginia Eskelsen Scholarship)
Criteria:
Applicant must attend the University of Utah with the intention of becoming a political
science major. The “University of Utah Departmental Application” and the “Letter of
Recommendation Form” will not be accepted for this scholarship. You must fill out the
Political Science Department Scholarship Application and send it with the required
documents and letters of recommendation.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
January 24 by 4:00 p.m.
Contact:
www.poli-sci.utah.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
ZION’S PAYS FOR A’S COMMUNITY DRAWING
Criteria:
Student needs to take their report card to any Zion’s Bank. The bank will deposit $1.00
per “A” into the student’s Zion’s Bank savings account. If the student doesn’t have a
savings account, the student will be paid .50 per “A”. For each “A” the student will be
entered into a drawing for a scholarship savings account. There will be four separate
prize drawings. The October drawing will be a grand prize drawing for $1,000.00. “A-“
grades are not eligible.
Amount:
Up to $1,000.00
Deadline:
Drawings will be held November 7, 2014, January 26, 2015 April 3, 2015 and July 10,
2015.
Contact:
www.zionsbank.com/in-our-community/pays-for-as.jsp
IVORY HOMES “BUILDING DREAMS THROUGH EDUCATION” SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a Latino/a high school senior and must be accepted into the U of U by
the time of the scholarship selection. Applicant must have a verified ACT score, high
school transcript, one letter of recommendation, and a one-page personal typed statement
stating why you want to further your education, what you would like to learn in college,
and what you want to do with your college degree. Applicant must have demonstrated
experience serving and working with the Latina/Latino community.
Amount:
$2,000.00
Deadline:
January 26 by 5:00 p.m.
Contact:
www.diversity.utah.edu/scholarship/index or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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NHS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
Students who are seniors in good standing are eligible to be nominated by their chapters
to compete in the NHS Scholarship Program.
Amount:
$10,000.00
Deadline:
January 26, 2015 student portion due, February 2, 2015 Adviser and principal
recommendations due
Contact:
www.nhs.us/scholarships-awards/nhs-scholarship-program.aspx
DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION GOOD CITIZEN AWARD/ESSAY
CONTEST
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school who exhibits the characteristics of a Good
Citizen dependability, service, leadership and patriotism. The completed application, a
high school transcript, and two letters of recommendation will need to be submitted.
There is an essay contest in addition. The essay will be written on the spot and the
question will be given to the student in a sealed envelope.
Amount:
up to $5,000.00
Deadline:
January 29
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
AMERICANS FOR THE ARTS/ART INSTITUTES POSTER DESIGN COMPETITION
Criteria:
The contest is open to high school seniors who will graduate in 2014. Contestants must
have a current high school transcript showing a minimum 2.0 GPA. Entrant must design
a poster that includes both Americans for the Arts and The Art Institutes logos. The
poster must incorporate the theme of “You Can Create Tomorrow”. All artwork must be
original. Applicant must submit a completed Entry & Release form and a personal
statement between 500-1,000 words.
Amount:
$3,000.00 for first place and $1,000.00 for second place to be used for tuition at the art
institute of their choice. First place winners will advance to the national competition to
qualify for awards of one-quarter tuition, half-tuition, or full-tuition.
Deadline:
January 30
Contact:
www.artinstitutes.edu/competitions/bestposter.aspx
www.artinstitutes.edu/competitions/highschoolcompetitions.aspx
SOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITY LEADERSHIP WEEKENDS
Criteria:
Participant must be a current senior in high school. SUU leadership weekends offer
students a chance to see what life at SUU is like as a student leader. The students
attending the leadership weekends will be guaranteed a leadership position at SUU but,
not necessarily a scholarship. Possible organizations include, Presidential Ambassadors,
Student Government and Activities, Service and Learning, Alumni, College of Science
and Engineering, Outdoor Engagement Center, Housing, and the Leavitt Center for
Politics. Student must complete the Admission Process, complete the Leadership
Resume, and complete the Leadership Weekend Application. Participant must have a 3.0
GPA or 21 ACT or 990 SAT score. SUU Leadership dates will be January 30-31, 2015
and February 20-21. 2015. To be eligible for a leadership scholarship, students must
submit a Leadership Resume. There is a parent information session and campus tour from
1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. on Friday. There is no campus housing for parents. Local hotel
discounts can be found at parent services.
Amount:
$20.00
Deadline:
check the website for the current deadlines for the weekend application and the
scholarship application.
Contact:
www.suu.edu/prostu/weekend/
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SOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITY MULTICULTURAL OVERNIGHT – FEBRUARY 6-7, 2015
Criteria:
The multicultural overnight is for multicultural high school seniors who meet SUU’s
admissions requirements of an index score of 90+ and have completed the SUU
admissions application. The Multicultural Overnight offers students a real college
experience living the life of a college student for a day and it’s a great way to get to know
SUU’s campus. Participants will attend an SUU event with a current, attend an academic
class, tour the campus, learn about SUU’s Multicultural International Center, Hispanic
Center for Academic excellence, and Black Student Union, and receive scholarship and
financial information. Transportation is provided from Salt Lake City to SUU in Cedar
City, Utah. A spot must be reserved for transportation by calling Paula at 435-586-7741.
Amount:
Cost is $20.00 and includes food, lodging and an SUU shirt
Deadline:
January 30, 2015
Contact:
www.suu.edu/prostu/mcovernight/
EXPLORAVISION AWARDS
Criteria:
ExploraVision is a science competition. Entrants must be U.S. citizens currently enrolled
in, and attending, school in grades K-12. Each team may have two, three, or four
students and must have a Coach and an optional Mentor. The coach must be a teacher of
at least one of the students on the team and the mentor must be a different person.
Amount:
Varies up to $10,000.00 in a U.S. EE Savings Bond
Deadline:
Thursday, January 30, 2015 by 5 P.M. EST (online or by mail)
Contact:
www.nsta.org
ELKS FOUNDATION LEGACY AWARD
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior who is a U.S. citizen and has taken the ACT or
SAT by December 31, 2014. Applicant must be a child or grandchild (or step-child, stepgrandchild, or legal ward) of a living Elk who joined the order on or before April 1, 2012
or a charter member of a Lodge that was instituted on or after that date. The elk must
also be a paid-up member through March 31, 2015. Great-grandchildren are not eligible.
Applications will be judged on knowledge, charity, community and integrity. Applicant
must have two letters of recommendation, including one from a high school teacher and
must apply through the related member’s Elks Lodge regardless of where the applicant
resides. If the applicant’s parent and grandparent are both Elks members, the applicant
should apply through the parent’s Elks Lodge.
Amount:
$4,000.00 ($1,000.00 per year for four years)
Deadline:
January 31, 2015
Contact:
www.elks.org/enf or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
DUPONT CHALLENGE SCIENCE ESSAY COMPETITION
Criteria:
Applicant must be currently enrolled in grades 7 through 12. Each applicant must write
an essay addressing a topic that falls under one of the four categories of challenges. The
chosen challenge must be specified on the Official Entry Form. Each essay must be
between 700 and 1,000 words and must conform to all of the rules. The name of the
student cannot appear on the essay. The Official Entry Form must be completely filled
out.
Amount:
First Place - $5,000.00 U.S. savings bond, second place - $3,000.00 U.S. savings bond,
third place - $1,000.00 U.S. savings bond, honorable mention - $200.00 U.S. savings
bond. First, second, and third place winners will receive an all-expense-paid trip to
Orlando, Florida for themselves and a parent.
Deadline:
January 31, 2015 (entries must be received by this date)
Contact:
www.thechallenge.dupont.com or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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UNION PLUS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Dependent children (including foster children, step children, and any other child for
whom the individual member provides greater than 50% of his or her support) of current
and retired members of unions participating in any Union-Plus program can apply for a
Union Plus Scholarship. Applicant must be accepted into an accredited college or
university, community college or recognized technical or trade school at the time the
award is issued. Applicant will be evaluated according to academic ability, social
awareness, financial need and appreciation of labor. A GPA of at least 3.0 is
recommended.
Amount:
$500.00 to $4,000.00
Deadline:
January 31 by Noon Eastern Time (Applications must be received by this deadline.)
Contact:
www.unionplus.org/education
UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY QUINNEY COLLEGE OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Criteria:
Applicant must be admitted to Utah State University by February 1, 2015. To apply the
applicant will go the CNR website and click on the Quinney scholarship. Applicant must
write a description of approximately 400 words of why they are interested in attending
the College of Natural Resources at Utah State University and what they hope to do with
their degree. The applicant must include a resume, an unofficial transcript, a copy of their
ACT/SAT scores, two letters of reference, and a 2-4 page essay describing an
environmental issue that is important to them in their state or region, including the
reasons they chose the topic. Applicant must have a ACT composite of 26 or higher and
a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Amount:
Up to $14,400.00 over a four-year period
Deadline:
January 31, 2015
Contact:
www.cnr.usu.edu or [email protected] or 435-797-4022
UTAH ASSOICATION OF EDUCATION OFFICE PROFESSIONALS
Criteria:
Applicants must intend to continue their education in an office-related business program.
Applicant must have completed two or more year-long business education courses from
among the following: computer classes, keyboarding/typing, marketing, business
communication, accounting, office practices and procedures, bookkeeping, desktop
publishing, and/or business law. A one-page essay on “Why I am Choosing an OfficeRelated Career or Vocation” must be included as part of the application. Scholarship is
based on community or school activity, financial need, essay, letters of recommendation,
and academic record.
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
January 31
Contact:
www.uaeop.org click on awards or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
UTAH ASSOCIATION OF EDUCATION OFFICE PROFESSIONALS SPECIAL NEEDS
STUDENT
Criteria:
Applicant must be a special needs high school student who will be pursuing a postsecondary program. Applicant must be sponsored by an affiliate of NAEOP, which
qualifies as a contributing member to the Special Needs Student Scholarship during the
current year. An affiliated association may sponsor only one candidate. Applicant must
include the application, a personal statement, a high school transcript, three letters of
recommendation, parent/legal guardian release form and information sheet and
documentation/proof of admission to a post-secondary program.
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
January 31
Contact:
www.uaeop.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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CHICANO SCHOLARSHIP – UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
Criteria:
Applicant must be a graduating high school senior of Chicano or Latin descent and must
be a Utah resident of at least 5 years, U.S. resident, or U.S. citizen. Applicant must enroll
as a full-time student at the University of Utah for fall semester of 2015. Awards are
offered to students in recognition of family background, life challenges, scholastic effort
and involvement in community activities that promote cultural pride and strengthen the
Chicano/Latino Community. Applicant must submit application, two letters of
recommendation, a transcript and a financial aid letter.
Amount:
$2,500.00
Deadline:
January 31
Contact:
www.chicano.utah.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
CONGRESS BUNDESTAG YOUTH EXCHANGE PROGRAM (15-18 years of age)
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Students can apply
even if they do not speak German. This program provides an opportunity for U.S. high
school students or graduates to be adventuresome and live in Germany for one year,
attend school and have a foreign exchange experience. This is a “Young Adult” program,
which seeks to enroll students who have demonstrated maturity and responsibility. It will
require two months of extensive German language preparation plus it will cost the
student between $300.00 and $500.00 spending money per month. The program will
require two months of extensive German language preparation. Student is responsible for
round trip transportation between home communities and Washington, D.C., a valid
passport, any excess luggage tariffs, required overseas medical insurance (many
insurance policies will cover students while traveling abroad), and personal spending
money.
Amount:
Unspecified. (May include round-trip international travel, placement with a carefully
selected host family, regional orientation for scholarship recipients and parents,
preparatory materials, and support services in host country.)
Deadline:
January 31, 2015
Contact:
www.usagermanyscholarship.org or www.yfuusa.org/scholarships
CONGRESS-BUNDESTAG VOCATIONAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM
Criteria:
This program provides an opportunity for U.S. high school graduates who will complete
U.S. School studies in January or June prior to departure and who desire to spend a 13th
year abroad experiencing a foreign exchange experience. This is a “Young Adult”
program that seeks to enroll students who have demonstrated maturity and responsibility.
Applicants must be at least 18 and no more than 19 years of age by July 1. Applicant
must be a U.S. citizen and have a 3.0 GPA.
Amount:
Two months of intensive German language preparation plus it will cost the student
between $300.00 - $500.00 spending money per month.
Deadline:
January 31, but it isn’t too soon to begin working on this scholarship.
Contact:
www.nacelopendoor.org/traveling_scholarships.htm
TEACHER RECRUITMENT SCHOLARSHIP FOR DIVERSE STUDENTS
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior of adverse background who wants to become a teacher.
Applicant will complete their Associate’s degree then transfer to the University of Utah
to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Teacher Education. Applicant must graduate from the
Canyons School District.
Amount:
$500.00 per semester for fees and books for a minimum of four semesters and a tuition
waiver from SLCC for a maximum of two years; and $5,000.00 per year for tuition at the
University of Utah for a maximum of two years.
Deadline:
January 31
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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NATIONAL FOOTBALL FOUNDATION AND COLLEGE HALL OF FAME – UTAH CHAPTER
Criteria:
Applicant must be senior in high school. Scholarship is based on outstanding academic
achievement (3.0 GPA or better is recommended), outstanding football ability,
performance, and attitude, outstanding campus leadership, excellent citizenship, and
community service.
Amount:
$1.000.00
Deadline:
January 31
Contact:
www.utahfootballfoundation.com
FEBRUARY
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH SCHOOL OF MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Scholarships are available to students who wish to attend the U of U School of Music.
Auditions will be held for scholarship awards and acceptance into the music program for
fall semester 2015. Audition dates are Friday, November 21, 2014, Saturday, January 24,
2015, Saturday, January 31, 2015, and Saturday, February 21, 2015. Students must
complete a music scholarship application, attend an audition, and submit three letters of
recommendation. All applicants must apply for admission through the University of
Utah admissions office. Audition request forms are available online.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
Scholarship applications must be submitted by February 1, 2015
Contact:
www.music.utah.edu
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MARCHING BAND SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Scholarships are available to students accepted to be in the Ute Marching and Pep Bands.
These scholarships are based upon musical performance ability and need. Audition dates
are Friday, November 21, 2014, Saturday, January 24, 2015, Saturday, January 31, 2015,
and Saturday, February 21, 2015, and Saturday, February 1, 2014. Students must
complete a music scholarship application, attend an audition, and submit three letters of
recommendation. All applicants must apply for admission through the University of
Utah. Audition request forms are available online. The audition will consist of a 5-10
minute audition of applicants piece of choice, representative of their best abilities.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
Scholarship applications must be submitted by February 1, 2015
Contact:
www.music.utah.edu
U-SSTEM SCHOLARS PROGRAM (U-SUSTAINABILITY SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY
ENGINEERING AND MATH SCHOLARSHIP ROGRAM)
Criteria:
Applicant must be admitted to the University of Utah with a declared major in the
College of Science, the College of Mines and Earth Science, or the College of
Engineering. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and must have a demonstrated
financial need.
Amount:
Up to $38,600.00 over four years
Deadline:
Final deadline is February 1, 2015 Applicants are encouraged to apply by the November
1, 2014 – Honors Priority Deadline or by December 1, 2014 – the Admissions Priority
Deadline.
Contact:
http://environment.utah.edu/students/undergrad.html
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BYU SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria
The BYU Financial Aid Office offers academic, need-based, and private scholarships.
BYU departments and colleges have various scholarships available too. By submitting
the CES application for admission, new freshman students will be considered for
academic scholarships. To be considered for other awards, the student must complete the
online scholarship application. Applicant must complete a minimum of the first three
optional sections of the scholarship application to be considered for all possible
scholarships awarded through the Financial Aid Office. If the final optional section is
completed, the applicant will be considered for those specific scholarships. Scholarships
are awarded based on academic merit (a student’s highest composite ACT or SAT and
high school GPA), financial need, and personal criteria. Exams taken after the December
2014 ACT and November 2014 SAT don’t reach the office before the February 1
deadline for fall/winter awarding.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
February 1 (Please check with the departments and colleges for the deadlines on the
scholarships they offer.)
Contact:
www.byu.edu
BYU-IDAHO – SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria:
Many scholarships are available to incoming freshmen students. Scholarships that are
offered are: General BYU-Idaho scholarships, Academic, Departmental, Talent, and
Alumni. All BYU-Idaho scholarships require the BYU-Idaho Comprehensive
Scholarship Application. The Comprehensive application will be evaluated for both
academic and all other general scholarships offered at BYU-Idaho. All students must be
accepted to BYU-Idaho before a Comprehensive scholarship application may be filled
out and submitted.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
February 1 is the deadline to be admitted to BYU-IDAHO and for some scholarships.
Talent and Departmental have varied deadlines. The deadline for the Comprehensive
BYU-Idaho Scholarship Application is April 15, 2015.
Contact:
www.byui.edu
UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY AGGIE INVOLVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Involvement scholarships are awarded to those students who have demonstrated qualities
of leadership and have made superior contributions to their school and community.
Scholarships are based on the applicant’s achievement in extracurricular activities,
leadership, and service. Recipients of the involvement scholarship will have the
opportunity to attend Aggie BLUE fall leadership and other leadership courses, join
campus clubs and organizations, and will be invited to live in Leadership House (an oncampus living/learning community).
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
February 1
Contact:
www.usu.edu/admissions/scholarships/aggieinvolvement.cfm
UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a first generation, low-income student who is a U.S. citizen. Applicant
must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and a minimum 21 ACT or 980 SAT score. Students
with lower scores will be considered on a case-by-case basis. A personal essay must be
submitted with the application. The applicant must agree to use the scholarship in
consecutive semesters, unless a deferment or leave of absence is requested.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
February 1, 2015
Contact:
www.usu.edu/admissions/diversity or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY AGGIE NEED-BASED SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Need-based scholarships are awarded to those students who have demonstrated a strong
commitment to pursuing higher education but may have suffered potential setbacks.
Scholarships are based on FAFSA results, extenuating circumstances, first-generation
status, and motivation to earn a degree. All applicants must complete a Free Application
for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 15.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
February 1
Contact:
www.usu.edu/admissions/scholarships/needbased.cfm
UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY ALUMNI LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must have a parent or a grandparent that attended Utah State University. The
parent or grandparent did not have to have graduated from Utah State. Applicant must be
a capable student, involved in school, community, or other activities, and show leadership
and volunteer experience. Applicant must apply and be admitted to Utah State
University.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
February 1
Contact:
www.usu.edu or Scheffner in the counseling center
UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY AMBASSADOR PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior graduating in 2015 and must have a 108 on the
admissions index AND a minimum score of 21 on the ACT or 980 on the SAT. A
personal portfolio including two sealed letters of recommendation must be submitted
with the application. Applicant should be a well-rounded student who has strong
interpersonal skills, the ability to work in team environments, and displays enthusiasm for
Utah State. Applicant must agree to attend USU the entire 2015-2016 academic year
before requesting a hold on the scholarship. Unless a hold is requested and approved,
applicant agrees to use the scholarship in consecutive semesters (summer excluded).
Amount:
Full tuition and student fees each semester for eight semesters
Deadline:
February 1
Contact:
www.usu.edu or www.usu.edu/scholarships or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling
Center
BYU-IDAHO MUSIC TALENT SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school planning on attending BYU-Idaho in the fall of
2015. Applicant must apply for BYU-Idaho and submit the BYU application online or
by mail before the deadline. Applicant must submit two letters of recommendation and
perform a live audition or submit a recorded audition. Auditions can be scheduled by
contacting the department of music and should be completed by the scholarship deadline.
Auditions will be held January 29-30 on campus and January 31 by satellite.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
February 1
Contact:
www.byui.edu/music/scholarships
UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY WOLVERINE AMBASSADOR SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school with a minimum GPA of 3.0 who is serious
about their education and is planning on attending Utah Valley University fall of 2015.
Applicant must submit the application, a current high school transcript, an essay, a
written summary of leadership experience and a letter of recommendation by the
deadline. This is a leadership and scholarship opportunity and requires a significant
amount of time once selected.
Amount:
$1,000.00 and leadership opportunities in many aspects of UVU recruitment
Deadline:
February 1, 2015 by 5:00 p.m.
Contact:
www.uvu.edu/financialaid/scholarships
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UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY
Criteria:
Applicant must be graduating from high school in 2015. For most scholarships the
applicant must be admitted to Utah Valley University and complete the Comprehensive
Online scholarship application and provide the Scholarship Office (not admissions) a
copy of their high school transcript which must include 1st semester/term of 12th grade
and ACT Scores if applicable. Academic Merit, Leadership, Need Based and Private
Donor scholarships are available. The Presidential Leadership Scholarship is a partial
housing scholarship. The Technology Leadership Scholarship is a half-tuition
scholarship for students interested in technology and/or a computing career and are
interested in the Leadership certification program. Go to the website and click on
available scholarships. For Music, Dance, Theater, Athletic and Student Government
scholarships the applicant must contact the Department/Area for audition or tryout dates.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
February 1
Contact:
www.uvu.edu/financialaid/scholarships
JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY
Criteria:
Available to students going into a field of hospitality or culinary arts. This is the top
culinary school in the United States. Scholarships are based on academic achievement,
participation in clubs and organizations, and work experience.
Amount:
Varies for each scholarship
Deadline:
February 1
Contact:
www.jwu.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
AL NEUHARTH FREE SPIRIT AWARDS
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school junior graduating in the spring/summer semester of 2015
and must be planning to pursue a career in journalism. Applicant must demonstrate the
qualities of a “free spirit” and must complete the online registration and print out the
completed application form. The applicant, their parent/guardian, and a school official
must sign the completed application form. A 4x6 headshot photo must accompany each
application, two essays, a sealed letter of recommendation, an official high school
transcript and at least one published or broadcast sample of his/her work related to
journalism. To receive this scholarship, students must attend the entire Journalism
conference scheduled from June 20-25, 2015.
Amount:
$1,000.00 and an all-expense paid trip to Washington D.C. for the Journalism conference.
Deadline:
Submission deadline is February 1, 2015.
Contact
www.freedomforum.org/freespirit
NATIONAL CO-OP SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM – WACE
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school with a minimum GPA of 3.5. Applicant must
be accepted to attend one of the WACE Partner Institutions for fall of 2015. The WACE
Partner Institutions are: Clarkson University, Drexel University, Johnson & Wales
University, Kettering University, Merrimack College, Rochester Institute of Technology,
State University of New York Oswego, University of Cincinnati, University of
Massachusetts Lowell, The University of Toledo, and Wentworth Institute of
Technology.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
February 1 for Johnson & Wales University & University of Massachusetts Lowell
February 15, 2015 for most others. Early applications are highly encouraged)
Contact:
www.waceinc.org
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AXA FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior graduating in 2015. Applicants must be children
of eligible AXA employees or financial professionals. Scholarship is based on leadership
and participation in school and community, academic record and financial need.
Amount:
$2,000.00
Deadline:
Check the company website for the application and the deadline.
Contact:
Information for this scholarship can be found on the AXA company intranet.
AXA ACHIEVEMENT COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Designed for high school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in
their activities in school, the community, or the workplace. Students must plan to enroll
full-time in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the U.S. by fall
2015. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident. An unrelated adult who can
attest to the student’s achievements must recommend applicant.
Amount:
$2,000.00
Deadline:
February 1 (The first 10,000 applications received, which have met the postmark
deadline, will be considered.)
Contact:
www.axa-achievement.com or [email protected] or Jennifer
Scheffner in the counseling center.
NEW CENTURY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM - (Sophomore year is the best time to begin working on
this scholarship; however, you can begin working on this scholarship at any time during high school.)
Criteria:
Designed for all students who want to complete the requirements of an Associate degree
in high school or complete a specified math and science curriculum. This is a rigorous
program and takes dedication and commitment. Check the web site for the requirements
and information about this program. The scholarship program requires that all recipients
graduate from an accredited Utah high school with at least a 3.5 GPA and earn their
Associate’s degree (2 year degree, up to 60 credit hours) with a 3.0 GPA or higher by the
day their class graduates from high school. The student must enroll in, and complete, 15
credit hours in the fall semester after graduation maintaining a 3.3 semester GPA. The
students who qualify for the scholarship must renew the scholarship each semester or
they will lose the scholarship.
Amount:
The amount will be a flat dollar amount to be paid in semester installments. The
maximum award amount that a student may receive per semester will be $1250.00. The
award amount may be reduced or vary based on legislative funding and the total number
of qualified participants in the program. The scholarship can be used for up to two years
of full-time enrollment or 60 credit hours. Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
Applications will be available in November. The deadline is February 2, 2015.
Contact:
(801-321-7221) or contact [email protected] or
Call Holly Perry at SLCC (801-957-4844) or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center.
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REGENTS’ SCHOLARSHIP – BASE AWARD, EXEMPLARY ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT
AWARD, UTAH EDUCATIONAL SAVINGS PLAN SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD
Criteria:
For the Base award applicants must be in their senior year of high school and must have a
cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicants must complete the Utah Scholars Core
Course of Study during grades 9-12. The transcript may have no individual grade lower
than a “C” in the required core classes. Applicant must have at least one reported ACT
score. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and have no criminal record except misdemeanor
traffic citations. For the Exemplary Academic Achievement Award a student must meet
the Base Award requirements plus have a cumulative 3.5 GPA, and an ACT score of 26
or higher. There must not be any individual grade, listed on the official transcript, lower
than a “B” in the required core courses. A student who qualifies for the Exemplary
Academic Achievement Award must renew the award each semester. The Exemplary
award scholarship recipient must enroll in, and successfully complete, 15 credit hours
earning a 3.3 college GPA each semester. A student who qualifies for a Regent’s
Scholarship may also receive a Utah Educational Savings Plan (UESP). In order to
receive this award the student must meet the qualifications for a Regents’ Scholarship
Award and have a Utah Educational Savings Plan Trust account with the student named
as the beneficiary showing annual contributions of $100.00 or more during the students
14, 15, 16, 17, year of age. It is the applicant’s responsibility to read and understand the
requirements of the scholarship. Past information is out-of-date.
Amount:
Base Award worth $1,000.00 (one-time payment), Exemplary Academic Achievement
Award worth up to $1,250.00 per semester (may be renewed), Utah Educational Savings
Plan Supplemental Award worth up to $400.00 (one-time payment). The Utah
Educational Savings Plan Supplemental Award will be added to the scholarship award
payment and it is NOT deposited into the students UESP account.
Deadline:
The Priority deadline is December 19, 2014. The final application deadline is February
2, 2015. Late application materials are not accepted and incomplete files will not be
reviewed.
Contact:
www.higheredutah.org or [email protected] (801-321-7294) or Jennifer
Scheffner in the counseling center
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIP FOR COMMUNICATION MAJORS
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school who will be attending the University of Utah in
the fall of 2015 with a declared major in communications. The application must be
signed and must include a high school transcript, a letter of recommendation, a resume
and a personal statement. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
February 2, 2015
Contact:
www.communication.utah.edu
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH BEEHIVE HONOR SOCIETY LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
This scholarship is open to children or grandchildren of a Beehive Honor Society
member. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or greater. Scholarship is based
on academic excellence, leadership, and service to the University and community. A
double spaced one-page essay describing the applicant’s connection with the University
of Utah and/or the Beehive Honor Society, and what the scholarship would mean to them.
Amount:
$2,000.00
Deadline:
February 2, 2015 at 5 p.m.
Contact:
www.alumni.utah.edu/scholarship or call 801-585-9012 or www.utah.edu/alumni
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UNIVERSITY OF UTAH ALUMNI LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
This scholarship is open to high school seniors entering the U of U fall of 2015.
Applicant’s grandparent or parent must have attended the U of U and hold a current, paid
membership to the U of U Alumni association. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA
of 3.3 or greater. Applicant will submit a double spaced one-page essay describing their
connection with the University of Utah and the Beehive Honor Society and that this
scholarship would mean to them.
Amount:
$5,000.00
Deadline:
February 2, 2015 at 5 p.m.
Contact:
www.alumni.utah.edu/scholarship or call 801-585-9012
WESTMINSTER COLLEGE EXEMPLARY ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Criteria:
To be considered for the Exemplary Achievement Award the student must apply and be
admitted to Westminster College by February 1st. The application can be found online at
www.westminstercollege.edu/apply. The award recognizes students who have achieved
excellence in any activity or endeavor of significance, which may include community
service, civic participation, the fine arts, leadership, work experience, volunteerism, the
performing arts, entrepreneurship, writing, athletics, the sciences, or journalism.
Applicant must submit the Exemplary Achievement Award Application, a personal
statement or essay explaining why their achievements relate to this award, a professional
resume and a list of all activities, awards and achievements, and letter(s) of
recommendation pertaining to achievements. Preference will be given to applicants who
have overcome hardships, a disability, a difficult personal situation, or faced other
disadvantages. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Amount:
$25,000.00 per year for four years
Deadline:
February 3, 2014 by 5:00 p.m.
Contact:
www.westminstercollege.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
YOUNG NETWORK PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be as senior in high school that has demonstrated high-tech experience
and leadership abilities in their schools and communities. Applicant must have taken, or
is currently taking the Novell CAN or SUSE LINUX Fundamentals course and have a
minimum GPA of 2.0. Applicant must submit the application two teacher
recommendations, a YNP cover letter with student photo, a resume, an academic
transcript, an essay of 1000 words or less on the topic, “How a Novell certification will
help me achieve my future goals”, a signed media release form and a copy of their proof
of certification.
Amount:
Up to $3,000.00
Deadline:
February 3 was the deadline last year
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
NORTHROP GRUMMAN ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior graduating in 2015 who is a U.S. citizen. Applicant must plan
to attend an accredited college or university as a full-time student in an approved
engineering program. Applicant must have a minimum SAT score of 1700 or ACT score
of 27 and must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5. All applications must include a
500-word essay, a high school transcript form, and at least three letters of
recommendation. One letter of recommendation must be from their current school’s
principal or the head of the math or science department. The other two letters of
recommendation may be from teachers, employers, or community leaders. Recipients are
required to accept summer internships two out of three summers if a summer internship is
available and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Amount:
$10,000.00 ($2,500.00 per year for four years) The funds are to be used for tuition,
books, and/or room and board at the institution of higher education.
Deadline:
February 4 (must be received by this date)
Contact:
www.northropgrumman.com/corporateresponsibility/community/pages/engscholars.aspx
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WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY WILDCAT WELCOME DAY – Wednesday, February 4, 2015
Wildcat Welcome Day is an open house-style event for Students, Parent, and Counselors
to visit and learn more about Weber State University firsthand. Wildcat Welcome Day
will be held at Weber State University on Wednesday, February 4, 2015, from 8:30 a.m.
to 11:30 p.m. or 3:30 am to 6:00 p.m. Students will be able to get a scholarship offer and
accept it. There will be campus tours, financial aid information, a student housing open
house, information about being ready for college and a session about getting involved at
Weber State. Students can apply for admissions and scholarships by visiting
www.weber.edu/GetintoWeber/ScholarshipDay.html. Go to the website, click apply, and
fill out the online application. Students will also need to send transcripts and ACT/SAT
scores by the scholarship deadline of January 12, 2015. Students must be admitted to
Weber State University and submit the online scholarship application before the
scholarship deadline of January 12, 2015 to be considered for a scholarship. It is best to
complete the admission application at least two-weeks before the scholarship application
deadline.
Contact:
http://www.weber.edu/futurestudents or call 801-626-6050 (recruitment office at Weber
State) [email protected] for more information or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling
Center
THE AMERICAN LEGION AUXILLARY GIRLS STATE
Criteria:
Applicant must be a junior in high school. The members of the American Legion
Auxiliary handle the Girls State selection process and after the girls are selected they are
treated to an intensive week of study working together as self-governing citizens on the
campus of Weber State University. The 2015 Girls’ State session will be held from June
1st - 6th. Girls attending Girls’ State will receive three credits of Elective Political Science
2920 Civic Engagement credits from Weber State University and will be eligible for
numerous scholarships.
Amount:
The cost of the program is approximately $400.00. There is also a $75.00 transportation
fee if necessary.
Deadline:
Thursday, February 5, 2015
Contact:
www.boysandgirlsstate.org or http://www.utlegion.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the
counseling center for an application
AMS / INDUSTRY MINORITY SCHOLARSHIP (AMERICAN METEROLOGICAL SOCIETY)
Criteria:
Designated for minority students who will attend college in the fall of 2015. Applicants
must plan to pursue careers in the atmospheric or related oceanic and hydrologic
sciences. Applicant must submit a completed application, high school transcripts, a letter
of recommendation from a high school teacher or counselor and ACT or SAT scores.
Amount:
$3,000.00 per year for two years.
Deadline:
February 6
Contact:
www.ametsoc.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
AMS FRESHMAN UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP (AMERICAN METEROLOGICAL
SOCIETY)
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or hold permanent resident status. Applicant must be
entering their freshman year of college in the fall of 2015 as a full time student and plan
to pursue a degree in the atmospheric or related oceanic or hydrologic sciences. A
student who is eligible to apply for both the AMS Minority Scholarship program and the
AMS Freshman Scholarship program may apply for both programs but may only accept
one AMS Scholarship). Applicant must submit a completed application, high school
transcripts, a letter of recommendation from a high school teacher or counselor and ACT
or SAT scores.
Amount:
$2,500.00 each year for 2 years.
Deadline:
February 6
Contact:
www.ametsoc.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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CALIFORNIA LUTHERN UNIVERSITY
Criteria:
CLU’s scholarship program recognizes student achievement in academics, leadership and
the Visual & Performing Arts. Scholarships include: Presidential, Academic Merit,
Bioengineering, Visual & Performing Arts (Drama, Music, Art), and CLU Guarantee
scholarships.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
November 1 early admission application and Presidential scholarship application
deadline. November 15 is the deadline for early action applicants to apply for Visual and
Performing arts Scholarships. November 22 is the deadline for early action applicants to
audition for Visual and Performing Arts Scholarships. January 15 is the deadline for
regular admission applicants to apply for the Visual & Performing Arts Scholarships.
February 7 is the deadline for regular decision applicants to audition for Visual and
Performing Arts Scholarships.
Contact:
www.callutheran.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
2014-15 HERFF JONES PRINCIPAL’S AWARD
Criteria:
High school Principals or their designees may nominate one senior per school to
compete. Only one nomination is allowed per school. The award is based on
leadership qualities, academic records, standardized test results (ACT, SAT), school
recommendations, work experience, outside interests and co-curricular activities.
Amount:
Up to $12,000.00
Deadline:
February 8, 2015 at 11:59 p.m. is the Nomination Form deadline online.
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling office
UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Criteria:
Applicant must be admitted to Utah State University by February 1, 2015. To apply the
applicant will go the CNR website and click on the begin application tab and follow the
steps listed. Applicant should fill out the application for each scholarship they qualify
for.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
February 9
Contact:
www.cnr.usu.edu or [email protected] or 435-797-4022
SALT LAKE COMMUNITY COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID NIGHT – Tuesday, February 10, 2015
Students and parents are invited to attend the SLCC Financial Aid Night on Wednesday,
February 10, 2015 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The SLCC Financial Aid Night will be
held at the SLCC Taylorsville Redwood Campus in the Student Center, Oak Room. The
address is 4600 South Redwood Road, Taylorsville, Utah. Staff members will be there to
talk about financial aid changes, and assist with the financial aid (FAFSA) application.
Participants can bring their 2014 tax returns and W2’s to have their financial information
available.
Contact:
www.slcc.edu or SLCC at 801-957-4290
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH OASIS OF HOPE 2014/15 SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school with plans to enroll full time at the University
of Utah in fall 2015. Applicant must have a minimum 3.5 high school GPA and
demonstrate academic promise and financial need. Applicant must exhibit motivation
and commitment to school and his/her community as demonstrated through their
academic performance, leadership, community service, and extracurricular activities. It
is required that all applicants apply for federal financial aid online at
http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/ by March 1, 2015.
Amount:
$2,500.00
Deadline:
February 10
Contact:
www.ugs.utah.edu
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DON CORBETT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING (WOMEN ONLY)
Criteria:
Designed for females, majoring in Engineering and who will attend Utah State
University. A strong background in math and science is required. Applications will be
available in January.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
February 10
Contact:
www.engineering.usu.edu/advising or Kathy Bayn, USU, College of Engineering, 4100
Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322, or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center.
DRIVE2LIFE
Criteria:
Amount:
Deadline:
Contact:
Contest is available to students in grades 6-12. Student must create an exciting,
innovative storyboard or script for a memorable Public Service Announcement that
shows how teen passengers and drivers can prevent, avoid, or get out of an impaireddriving situation. Script must be a minimum of 30 seconds and not more than two
minutes long. No video entries will be accepted.
$1,000.00 and a trip to New York City, where a professional film crew will make a 30second commercial out of the student’s vision and four at $500.00 for the runner’s up
February 10, 2015
www.scholastic.com/drive2life/
WOMEN’S ITALIAN AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE
Criteria:
Applicant must be a graduating senior of Italian ancestry. The scholarship award is based
on ACT or SAT scores, academic ability, extracurricular (school, church, community
service, work related) activity involvement, and a personal essay. The Essay must be a
maximum of 300 words and describe the applicants’ Italian ancestry and how this
ancestry has influenced their life. The applicant must be admitted as a degree-seeking
student at a college or university for fall 2015.
Amount:
$1,500.00
Deadline:
February 11
Contact:
www.italianamericancivicleague.com or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
UTAH OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must enroll at the University of Utah and have an economically or
educationally disadvantaged background, or be a first-generation college student. The
applicant must submit the Utah Opportunity Scholarship Application, a personal
statement, two letters of recommendation and an application for federal financial aid
(FAFSA).
Amount:
Up to $5,000.00 annually (renewable for up to four years)
Deadline:
February 13 (Must be received by this date)
Contact:
www.diversity.utah.edu
GEORGE HANSEN FELLOWSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a graduating high school senior planning to attend BYU. Applicant
must enroll as a geology, environmental geology, earth and space science education, or
engineering geology major. Applicant must continue in one of these majors according to
a progressive program and maintain at least a 3.3 GPA. Applicant must submit two
letters of recommendation from teachers concerning academic qualifications. The
applicant must include a cover letter stating their desire to pursue a geology career and a
copy of their high school transcript with the application. Applicant may apply for other
university scholarships separately.
Amount:
$500.00 to $1,000.00
Deadline:
February 13
Contact:
https://byu.az1.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_3getFa7jgEq6Xe5 or Jennifer Scheffner in
the counseling center
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UNIVERSITY OF UTAH – LARRY H. & GAIL MILLER ENRICHMENT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicants must be admitted to the University of Utah as a matriculated student and be
eligible for federal financial aid. Applicants must also submit a personal statement
regarding their focus and interest in obtaining a higher education degree. Student must
commit 10 hours per week to University service or to a student leadership organization.
Amount:
Tuition, fees, and a book allowance ($300.00/semester), a $300.00 monthly stipend for
nine months (not to exceed $2700.00) and on campus room and board (equivalent to a
double occupancy room and 19 meals per week).
Deadline:
February 13
Contact:
www.utah.edu go to diversity scholarships
DIXIE STATE COLLEGE AMBASSADOR PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must have outstanding communication skills and have the ability to understand
and relate to diverse groups of people. Ambassadors must be willing to plan and
participate in special events, open houses, service projects, school tours and other
activities as needed. Applicant must submit an application online, a one-page cover letter
indicating their qualifications and telling why they want to be an ambassador, a one-page
resume of their skills, activity involvement, and leadership experience, and a 3-4-minute
video introducing the applicant in a creative way. To be considered the applicant must
have three professional references that can give a character driven recommendation and
must be admitted to Dixie State College. All applications must be complete to be
considered.
Amount:
Full tuition per academic year, not to exceed full tuition when combined with any other
scholarships awarded by Dixie State College
Deadline:
February 13
Contact:
http://new.dixie.edu/financial/scholarships/ambassadorleadership.php
WELLS FARGO COLLEGE STEPS
Criteria:
Students must complete the sweepstakes form or sign up online to enter. Drawings will
be held for each of six regions. Entrants might receive information in the mail about
college planning and financial literacy. The program starts on August 14, 2014 at 12:00
a.m. Central Time and goes until August 13, 2015 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.
Amount:
$1,000.00 per drawing (There will be twenty winners in total)
Deadline:
Drawings will be held on or after November 21, 2014, February 13, 2015, May 15, 2015,
and August 28, 2015.
Contact:
www.wellsfargo.com/collegesteps or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY HISPANIC LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
Criteria:
The Utah State Hispanic Leadership Conference is for Hispanic high school student’s
grades 10-12. The conference is a one-day event with speakers and leadership workshops
and to help students develop leadership skills, learn about the importance of leadership in
higher education and breaking stereotypes. Students will have the opportunity to
compete for scholarships through student presentations and meals are included.
Amount:
The conference is free. Participant is responsible for transportation to and from the
conference.
Deadline:
The Conference will be held on Friday, February 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The
deadline to register is February 13. There will be a limit of 200 participants. Registration
is first come, first serve.
Contact:
http://www.usu.edu/admissions/diversity/hlc.cfm or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling
center
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AKC JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and must have a completed and signed application, an
official copy of their high school transcript and an essay. The essay is an opportunity to
explore the influence that purebred dogs have had in their life to date and/or where it may
lead them in the future. The Essay must answer the statement, “My current goal upon
completion of my education is to be able to continue to participate in AKC clubs and
events in the following ways.” The scholarship is based on financial need, academic
achievements and potential, and the applicant’s involvement in the fancy. Those
participating in companion and performance events are encouraged to have submitted
junior recognition forms. The scholarship is also based on the applicant’s participation in
AKC event holding clubs as junior members or volunteers at events, or a member of a 4H group that participates in AKC events.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
February 14 (must be received by this date)
Contact:
www.akc.org or for questions e-mail [email protected]
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER INSTITUTES
Criteria:
Applicant must be a current high school sophomore, junior, or senior and have an
academic average of at least a B+. Applicant should have an ACT or PLAN composite
score of at least 25 or a combined SAT score of at least 1800, or a combined PSAT score
of 180. The institutes combine traditional class and lab curriculum with organized field
trips, guest lectures, and hands-on activities in order for students to gain valuable
academic and career experience.
Amount:
The fee to attend Pre Medical Institute (June 7-26, 2015 or July 12-31, 2015) is
$5,185.00. The fee to attend the Writing Institute (June 28-July 10, 2015) is $3,585.00.
The fee to attend Pre-Engineering Institute (June 7-26, 2015 or July 12-31, 2015) is
$5,185.00. The fee to attend Global Leadership Institute (June 28-July 10) is $3,585.00.
The fee to attend Ancient Discovery Institute (June 28-July 10, 2015) is $3,585.00.
The fee to attend the Environmental Studies $ Sustainability Institutes (June 28-July 10,
2015) is $3,585.00. The fee to attend Young Leaders Institute (August 2-8, 2015) is
$2,085.00. The fee covers housing in a secure, air-conditioned campus residence hall,
meals, most social activities, specialized seminars to develop academic skills, books and
supplies as well as institute-sponsored field trips and activities, and a transportation pass
for St. Louis bus and light rail system. Limited partial scholarship assistance is available
to students with a demonstrated financial need.
Deadline:
April 1 (Early bird February 15) (Application must be received by the deadline) After
February 15 a $35.00 registration fee will be charged.
Contact:
www.ucollege.wustl.edu
JACKIE ROBINSON FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior minority student who is a U.S. citizen. Applicant
must show leadership potential and demonstrate a dedication to community service.
Applicant must have a minimum SAT score of 1,000 combined on the math and critical
reading sections or a composite ACT score of 21 and have financial need. Applicant
must plan to attend an accredited four-year college or university in the United States.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
February 15, 2015 by 5:00 p.m. EST
Contact:
www.jackierobinson.org
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AFA TEENS FOR ALZHEIMER’S AWARENESS COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and must enter a four-year
accredited college or university within 12 months of the application deadline. Applicant
is required to submit an autobiography in essay format and write a 1,200 to 1,500 word
essay that answers the following questions: “How has Alzheimer’s disease changed or
impacted your life?” and “What have you learned about yourself, your family and/or your
community in the face of coping with Alzheimer’s disease?” Author identity will remain
anonymous during the judging. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Amount:
Grand prize winner $5,000.00, First runner-up $2,500.00, Second runner-up $1,000.00,
and seven honorable mention at 500.00.
Deadline:
February 15
Contact:
www.afateens.org
NATIONAL SOCIETY DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION AMERICAN
INDIAN SCHOLARSHP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a Native American Indian who is a senior in high school planning to
attend a college or university in the fall of 2015. Applicant must have a minimum 3.25
GPA. The scholarship application must be accompanied by three letters of
recommendation, an official high school transcript, proof of being a Native American
Indian, and a letter containing family history, financial status, and educational objectives.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
February 15
Contact:
www.dar.org
BEST BUY @ 15 SCHOLARHSIP
Criteria:
This scholarship is available to any student in grades 9-12 living in the United States who
is registered as a @15 member. If the applicant is not registered as a @15 member, they
can register to become a member for free on the at15.com website. The applicant must
have good grades and be involved in volunteer efforts in their schools and communities,
and/or have a work history. Applicant must plan to enroll in an accredited two- or fouryear college, university, or vocational-technical school in the United States or Puerto
Rico no later than the fall term following their high school graduation. Awards are for
undergraduate study only and are one-time only and are not renewable. Previous winners
may not reapply for another award.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
February 15 by 11:59 P.M. CST (No late applications will be accepted)
Contact:
www.at15.com or www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH COLLEGE OF ENGINERING
Criteria:
Applicant must be admitted to the University of Utah for fall 2015. Applicant must have
a 3.0 GPA for the R.S Peterson scholarship and preference is given to students with
demonstrated financial need. The program for Diversity in Engineering offers
scholarships for members of an underrepresented group (African American, Native
America, Hispanic, Pacific Islander and women). The Clyde Christensen Freshman
Scholarships are based on admissions index numbers.
Amount:
R.S. Peterson – Up to $2,000.00, Program for Diversity in Engineering - Up to $1,000.00
per academic year, Clyde Christensen Freshman Scholarship - $750 to $1,500.00
Deadline:
February 16
Contact:
www.coe.utah.edu
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UNIVERSITY OF UTAH COLLEGE OF ENGINERING – RICHARD S. PETERSON
MEMORIAL
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be admitted to the
University of Utah for fall 2015. The applicant must demonstrate financial need. The
scholarship is open to students pursuing a degree in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical
Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical
Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. A
completed application includes a cover page, the scholarship application form filled out, a
personal statement, and high school transcripts.
Amount:
Up to $2,000.00
Deadline:
February 16
Contact:
www.coe.utah.edu/current-undergrad/scholarships.php
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING JOSEPHINE BEAM AND QUESTAR
Criteria:
Applicant must be a degree-seeking student and be eligible for financial aid from the
Financial Aid Office. The scholarship is based on GPA and unmet need. Complete the
Beam/Questar applications and submit them to the scholarship office. Fill out one form
for the Beam & one form for the Questar scholarships.
Amount:
$2,000.00
Deadline:
February 16
Contact:
www.coe.utah.edu
NATIONAL CO-OP SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM – WACE
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school with a minimum GPA of 3.5. Applicant must
be accepted to attend one of the WACE Partner Institutions for fall of 2015. The WACE
Partner Institutions are: Clarkson University, Drexel University, Johnson & Wales
University, Kettering University, Merrimack College, Rochester Institute of Technology,
State University of New York Oswego, University of Cincinnati, University of
Massachusetts Lowell, The University of Toledo, and Wentworth Institute of
Technology.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
February 17, 2015 (Early applications are highly encouraged)
Contact:
www.waceinc.org
USU – UTAH 4-H AMY KEARSLEY MERIT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a Utah 4-H member for a minimum of 2 years and have outstanding 4H achievements in Leadership, Citizenship, Agriculture and/or Family Life. Applicant
must have, and maintain, a minimum 3.0 GPA and be graduating from high school in
2015. Student must plan to major in the College of Agriculture or Family, Consumer,
and Human Development and become an active member of the collegiate 4-H student
organization. Applicant must not have received a President’s Leadership Council or
other full tuition waiver. A Portfolio Submission and a Portfolio must be submitted.
Amount:
$2,200.00 ($1,100.00 per semester) for tuition, student fees, etc. for 1 year at Utah State
University
Deadline:
February 17
Contact:
www.utah4-h.org
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USU – UTAH 4-H FERN KELLEY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a 4-H member graduating from high school in 2015. Applicant must
have and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA and have been a member of Utah 4-H for a
minimum of 2 years and have outstanding 4-H achievements in Leadership, Citizenship
and Family Life. Student must be planning to major in the College of Family, Consumer,
and Human Development and become an active member of the collegiate 4-H student
organization. Applicant must not have received a President’s Leadership Council or
other full tuition waiver. A Portfolio Submission and a Portfolio must be submitted.
Amount:
$500.00 ($250.00 per semester) for tuition at Utah State University
Deadline:
February 17
Contact:
www.utah4-h.org
UTAH STATE 4-H HORSE COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a 4-H member graduating from high school in 2015. Applicant must
have participated as an active member of the Utah State 4-H Horse Program for at least
the last three years of 4-H eligibility and have outstanding 4-H achievements in
leadership and citizenship. Student must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Applicant may not have received a full tuition waiver. A Portfolio Submission and a
Portfolio must be submitted.
Amount:
$1,000.00 to $3,000.00 for tuition, student fees, etc. at any accredited school
Deadline:
February 17
Contact:
www.utah4-h.org
USU – UTAH 4-H VON AND ELAINE Y. JARRETT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a 4-H member graduating from high school in 2015. Applicant must
have and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA and have been a member of Utah 4-H for a
minimum of 2 years and have outstanding 4-H achievements. Student must have a good
academic record showing potential and demonstrate financial need. Applicant must
become an active member of the collegiate 4-H student organization. Applicant must not
have received a President’s Leadership Council or other full tuition waiver. A Portfolio
Submission and a Portfolio must be submitted.
Amount:
$400.00 ($200.00 per semester) for tuition at Utah State University
Deadline:
February 17
Contact:
www.utah4-h.org
USU – UTAH 4-H GARDNER-ELLIS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a 4-H member graduating from high school in 2015. Applicant must
have and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA and have been a member of Utah 4-H for a
minimum of 2 years and have outstanding 4-H achievements. Applicant must have a
good academic record showing potential and must become an active member of the
collegiate 4-H student organization. Applicant must not have received a President’s
Leadership Council or other full tuition waiver. A Portfolio Submission and a Portfolio
must be submitted.
Amount:
$250.00 to be used toward the cost of tuition at Utah State University
Deadline:
February 17
Contact:
www.utah4-h.org
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USU – WESTERN 4-H AgCREDIT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a 4-H member graduating from high school in 2015. Student must
have and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA and have been a member of Utah 4-H for a
minimum of 2 years and have outstanding 4-H achievements. Applicant must major in
the College of Agriculture and have a good academic record showing potential and
become an active member of the collegiate 4-H student organization. Applicant must not
have received a President’s Leadership Council or other full tuition waiver. A Portfolio
Submission and a Portfolio must be submitted.
Amount:
$400.00 ($200.00 per semester) for tuition at Utah State University
Deadline:
February 17
Contact:
www.utah4-h.org
CENTER FOR DISABILITY SERVICES – CRAIG H. NEILSEN FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Available to all eligible students with a Spinal Cord Injury who plan to attend the
University of Utah. Applicant must be currently admitted to the University of Utah and
be registered with the Center for Disability Services and be found eligible for services
under the University ADA standards. Applicant must submit an academic transcript and
provide one letter of recommendation from someone acquainted with his or her academic
record. Applicant must also submit a one-page written statement explaining their
academic and career goals, listing participation in community organizations.
Amount:
$7,700.00 per year for two years. There is a $5,000.00 contingency fund that can be
applied for.
Deadline:
February 17
Contact:
www.disability.utah.edu or call 801-581-5020
CENTER FOR DISABILITY SERVICES – KEATON WALKER SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior who is registered with the Center for Disability
Services and have a minimum 2.5 GPA. Applicant must have financial need and show
participation in community organizations and have academic goals.
Amount:
$500.00 - $1,000.00
Deadline:
February 17
Contact:
www.disability.utah.edu or call 801-581-5020
CENTER FOR DISABILITY SERVICES – LOUISE J. SNOW SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior who is registered with the Center for Disability
Services, and be found eligible for services under the University ADA standards.
Applicant must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and must show financial need and must submit
in writing their academic goals and participation in community organizations.
Amount:
$500.00 to $1,000.00
Deadline:
February 17
Contact:
www.disability.utah.edu or call 801-581-5020
CHRISTOPHERS’ POSTER CONTEST
Criteria:
Contest is for students in grades 9 through 12. Posters must interpret and must include
the theme “You Can Make A Difference” and must illustrate the idea that one person can
change the world for the better. Each poster must be the work of one student.
Amount:
$1,000.00 1st prize, $500.00 2nd prize, $250.00 3rd prize and $100.00 for up to 5
honorable mention
Deadline:
February 18, 2015 (Posters must be postmarked by this date)
Contact:
www.christophers.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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SOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITY LEADERSHIP WEEKENDS
Criteria:
Participant must be a current senior in high school. SUU leadership weekends offer
students a chance to see what life at SUU is like as a student leader. The students
attending the leadership weekends will be guaranteed a leadership position at SUU but,
not necessarily a scholarship. Possible organizations include, Presidential Ambassadors,
Student Government and Activities, Service and Learning, Alumni, College of Science
and Engineering, Outdoor Engagement Center, Housing, and the Leavitt Center for
Politics. Student must complete the Admission Process, complete the Leadership
Resume, and complete the Leadership Weekend Application. Participant must have a 3.0
GPA or 21 ACT or 990 SAT score. SUU Leadership dates will be January 30-31, 2015
and February 20-21. 2015. To be eligible for a leadership scholarship, students must
submit a Leadership Resume. There is a parent information session and campus tour from
1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. on Friday. There is no campus housing for parents. Local hotel
discounts can be found at parent services.
Amount:
$20.00
Deadline:
check the website for the current deadlines for the weekend application and the
scholarship application.
Contact:
www.suu.edu/prostu/weekend/
M3CHALLENGE – MOODY’S MEGA MATH CHALLENGE
Criteria:
Must be a junior or a senior to participate. Two teams are allowed per school. Each team
must be made up of three to five students and one teacher-coach. Each team must submit
a solution to the open-ended modeling problem. No help may be obtained for this
challenge.
Amount:
$1,000.00 to $20,000.00
Deadline:
February 20, 2015
Contact:
http://M3Challenge.siam.org
VEGETARIAN RESOURCE GROUP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school student who will be graduating in the spring of 2015.
Applicant must have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities.
Applicant must fill out an application, write an essay and include a copy of their high
school transcripts. Also, the applicant must include any documentation to show how the
promotion was done and at least three letters of recommendation with at least one being
from a teacher.
Amount:
$5,000.00 - $10,000.00
Deadline:
February 20, 2015
Contact:
www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm
PAUL MITCHELL SCHOOLS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Available to senior high school students who have been awarded a Ken Garff Keys to
Success key card. Applicant must qualify for the minimum requirements of Paul
Mitchell Schools. Applicant must submit a completed application, a one page personal
statement of how the Ken Garff Keys to Success program has influenced them in driving
their academic performance and a letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor or
administrator. Scholarship recipients will be contacted by an admissions director from
Paul Mitchell Schools in Ogden, Salt Lake, or Provo, and will have a personal interview
with the director.
Amount:
$1,000.00 to Paul Mitchell Schools in Ogden, Salt Lake, and Provo
Deadline:
February 20
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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ROBERT H. & KATHERINE B. GARFF UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP
AWARD
Criteria:
Available to senior high school students who have been awarded a Ken Garff Keys to
Success key card. Applicant must submit a completed application, a one page personal
statement of how the Ken Garff Keys to Success program has influenced them in driving
their academic performance and a letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor or
administrator. Scholarship recipients must enroll in and attend at least 6 credit hours at
Utah Valley University.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
February 20
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
UTA/SALT LAKE COMMUNITY COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Available to senior high school students who have been awarded a Ken Garff Keys to
Success key card. Seniors must qualify for the minimum requirements of Salt Lake
Community College. Applicant must submit a completed application, personal
statement, and a letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor or administrator.
Scholarship recipients must enroll in and attend at least 6 credit hours at Salt Lake
Community College.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
February 20
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY SURVIVOR COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP – GREAT WEST
DIVISION
Criteria:
Applicant must be diagnosed with cancer before the age of 21, be a U.S. citizen and a
legal Utah resident to be eligible for this scholarship. Applicant must graduate in 2014
and be accepted to a two- or four-year accredited university, college, community college
or vocational/technical school. Three letters of recommendation and a 500-word essay
are required. The applicant must have a high school GPA of 2.5 or above. There are
additional scholarships available to Utah students who are cancer survivors. These are:
Ruth Eleanor Bamberger Foundation and John Ernest Memorial Foundation, Harold S.
Mack Family Foundation, Anima P. Ghosh Cancer Survivor Scholarship Endowment.
Make sure that when you turn in the Great West Division Scholarship Application that
you indicate that you want to be considered for the additional scholarships that are
available to Utah students.
Amount:
$2,500.00 per year up to $10,000.00
Deadline:
February 22, 2014 (Complete application packets must be received by this date.)
Contact:
www.cancer.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center or call 866-500-3272
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR MILITARY CHILDREN
Criteria:
Scholarship is available to unmarried children under age 23 of active duty personnel,
reserve/guard and retired military members, or survivors of service members who died
while on active duty or survivors of individuals who died while receiving retired pay
from the military. Applicants must be planning to enroll full-time in the fall of 2014 at an
accredited college or university. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. An
official high school transcript and an essay must accompany the signed application.
Scholarship is based on academic achievement, participation in school and community
activities, work experience and the essay.
Amount:
Minimum $2,000.00
Deadline:
February 22 (must be received by this deadline)
Contact:
www.militaryscholar.org
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UTAH CTE SCHOLARSHIPS & TUITION AWARDS
Criteria:
This scholarship is for graduating high school seniors who are outstanding in the area of
Career & Technical Education and are planning to obtain CTE training after high school.
Applicants must be legal U.S. resident citizens. Most colleges require a cumulative GPA
above 3.0. Student must fill out the application, include high school transcripts
highlighting all CTE courses completed and have two letters of recommendation. One
letter should be from a CTE teacher and one letter should be from another teacher, high
school counselor, principal, or a community person who knows the student’s strengths
and abilities. Applicant must include a personal data sheet and a short narrative outlining
education and occupation plans. Immediate employment after completing training
programs is a requirement for all potential award recipients.
Amount:
One-year tuition to a specified Utah College or University
Deadline:
February 24
Contact:
www.schools.utah.gov/c3e/scholarships.html or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling
center
ATRIA SENIOR LIVING $1,000.00 SCHOLARSHIP - ESSAY CONTEST
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school with plans to attend a college or university in
the fall of 2014. Applicant must “Weave a Tale About a Senior’s Love Story” in 1,000 to
1,200 words. The entries must be typed in a size 14 font Arial or Times New Roman and
must be double spaced with no bold letters. The essays will be judged on creativity,
correct grammar and spelling and must adhere to all of the rules. All entries must have a
cover page with the story title, the entrant’s name, e-mail address, phone number and
their high school name. The winner will read their essay to the Atria Sandy residents on
Wednesday, April 23 at 7:00 p.m. The scholarship will be presented that evening. All
entries must be submitted to your high school counselor by the deadline.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
February 24 by 5:00 p.m. (No late entries will be accepted)
Contact:
www.atriasandy.com or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
AVON FOUNDATION PRESIDENT’S CLUB SCHOLARSHIP FOR CHILDREN &
GRANDCHILDREN
Criteria:
This scholarship is for the children and grandchildren of Avon Representatives who are
members of the 2014 President’s Avon Recognition Program. Applicants must be U.S.
citizens or permanent residents who are seniors in high school who plan to enroll in a
full-time course of study at an accredited two-year or four-year university or college in
the U.S. fall of 2015. The scholarship is based on academic record, demonstrated
leadership, school and community service activities, honors, work experience, a
statement of goals and aspirations and an outside appraisal.
Amount:
$2,000.00
Deadline:
February 28, 2015
Contact:
www.sms.scholarshipamerica.org/children-grandchildrenofavonpresclub
INTERNATIONAL YOUNG ECO-HERO AWARDS
Criteria:
Applicants must be between the ages of 8 and 16 on January 31, 2014. Applicants must
have been working to preserve the world around them, have been doing an environmental
research project or must have been teaching others how to protect the environment. The
project must concern environmental health, advocacy, research or protection of the
natural world and be self-initiated.
Amount:
Unspecified cash prizes, public recognition and certificates for their outstanding efforts
Deadline:
February 28, 2015
Contact:
www.actionfornature.org
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BUICK ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen who is a senior in high school with plans to enroll fulltime at an accredited four-year college or university for the entire 2013-14 academic year.
Applicant must plan to major in a course of study that focuses on science, technology,
engineering, or math. Select design, marketing, accounting, finance, and business majors
are also eligible. The applicant must demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in the
automotive or related industries using these areas of study. Scholarship is based on
academic achievement, financial need, participation in community and school activities,
work experience educational and career goals and unusual circumstances, and other
criteria such as being a first-generation college student, female, or a dependent of military
personnel. All areas will be considered equally.
Amount:
Up to $25,000.00 per year renewable for up to four years for 100 students
Deadline:
February 28
Contact:
www.buickachievers.com
CHESTER M. VERNON MEMORIAL EAGLE SCOUT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be currently registered and active in Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, or
Venturing and must have earned the Eagle Scout Award. Applicant must have earned the
Ner Tamid or Etz Chaim religious emblem and be active in a synagogue. Applicant must
have demonstrated practical citizenship in the synagogue, school, scouting unit and
community and must demonstrate financial need.
Amount:
$1,000.00 per year for four years
Deadline:
February 28
Contact:
www.jewishscouting.org/awards/njcoseaglescoutscholarshipprograms.asp or
www.nesa.org
RICK ARKANS EAGLE SCOUT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be currently registered and active in Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, or
Venturing and must have earned the Eagle Scout Award. Applicant must have earned the
Ner Tamid or Etz Chaim religious emblem and be active in a synagogue. Applicant must
have demonstrated practical citizenship in the synagogue, school, scouting unit and
community and must demonstrate financial need.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
February 28
Contact:
www.jewishscouting.org/awards/njcoseaglescoutscholarshipprograms.asp or
www.nesa.org
FRANK L. WEIL MEMORIAL EAGLE SCOUT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be currently registered and active in Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, or
Venturing and must have earned the Eagle Scout Award. Applicant must have earned the
Ner Tamid or Etz Chaim religious emblem and be active in a synagogue. Applicant must
have demonstrated practical citizenship in the synagogue, school, scouting unit and
community.
Amount:
$500.00 to $1,000.00
Deadline:
February 28
Contact:
www.jewishscouting.org/awards/njcoseaglescoutscholarshipprograms.asp or
www.nesa.org
LOWE’S SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior who plans to enroll full-time in an undergraduate
course of study in the U.S. in the fall of 2015. Applicant must have a minimum 3.25
GPA and demonstrate a history of commitment to their community through leadership
activities, community service and/or work experience.
Amount:
$2,500.00
Deadline:
February 28 at 11:59 p.m. CST
Contact:
http://careers.lowes.com
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LOWE’S CARL BUCHAN SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior who plans to enroll full-time in an undergraduate
course of study in the U. S. in the fall of 2015. The scholarship is only available to fulland part-time regular Lowe’s employees and their dependents with at least 90 days of
employment with Lowe’s as of January 1, 2015. The employee must still be employed at
the time the scholarship award is given. Applicant must have a minimum 3.25 GPA and
demonstrate a history of commitment to their community through leadership activities,
community service and/or work experience.
Amount:
$5,000.00
Deadline:
February 28 at 11:59 p.m. CST
Contact:
http://careers.lowes.com
MARCH
SOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITY
Criteria:
Scholarships are available in many areas, including Academic (President’s, Founders’,
Dean’s, Centurium), Leadership, Native American, Sterling Scholar, Talent,
Departmental, Athletic, Terrell H. Bell Teaching Incentive, Private and Army ROTC.
The criteria will vary according to the scholarship applied for.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
By completing the admissions process by March 1 all students will be eligible for
academic scholarships.
Contact:
www.suu.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
SOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITY LEADERSHIP & INVOLVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a graduating senior who has been admitted to Southern Utah
University for fall of 2015. This scholarship is for students who demonstrate exemplary
leadership, unique talents, or who have special circumstances or challenges that have
been overcome. Not available to students have been awarded a freshman academic
scholarship or who will be receiving a WUE tuition reduction.
Amount:
$1,000.00 -$2,000.00 per year for up to four years
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY HOUSING SCHOLARSHIP – DIXIE & ANNE LEAVITT OFFCAMPUS
Criteria:
Applicant must fill out the housing scholarship application and submit an essay of up to
300 words describing how this scholarship will aid their educational pursuits. Freshman
students are not normally considered. See the application for instructions if you have
extenuating circumstances.
Amount:
Varies. (One year scholarship, must be applied for each year.)
Deadline:
March 1, 2015
Contact:
www.suu.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
DIXIE STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria:
Scholarships are available in the following areas: Academic, Departmental, Leadership,
Talent, Ambassadors, Multi-cultural, Private, Sterling Scholar, and Athletics. Applicants
must complete the admissions application and be fully admitted to Dixie State University
by March 1, 2015.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
www.dixie.edu
Athletics: http://dixieathletics.com
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UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF EASTERN UTAH
Criteria:
Scholarships are available in the areas of Academic, Departmental, Athletic and Private.
All admission applications submitted by the March 1 application deadline will be
automatically considered for the academic scholarships. The departmental scholarship
application needs to be submitted to be considered for a departmental scholarship. The
private scholarship application needs to be filled out to qualify for private scholarships.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
www.ceu.edu
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH DEPARTMENT OF ART AND ART HISTORY
Criteria:
Applicant must be accepted to the University of Utah by March 1.
Amount:
two-semester full tuition scholarship
Deadline:
March 1 for the Departmental Scholarship application and the Recommendation Form.
Monday, March 9 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. portfolio due to the department
office.
Contact:
www.art.utah.edu
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school with a 3.5 GPA with plans to major in Theatre
at the University of Utah. Applicant must fill out the departmental application, include a
copy of their high school transcript, and have three letters of recommendation. One
recommendation letter should be from a person who can assess their academic
performance.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY SIGMA ALPHA EPSILON ALUMNI
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school who is a child or grandchild of an active
member of the Phi Kappa lota/SAE fraternity. The applicant must have a minimum GPA
of 3.0 to apply.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
www.usu.edu/alumni/sae/index.cfm
SALT LAKE COMMUNITY COLLEGE’S 7th ANNUAL PACIFIC ISLANDER COLLEGE DAY
CONFERENCE – “KNOW WHO YOU ARE, TO KNOW WHRE YOU’RE GOING”
Criteria:
The Pacific Islander College Day Conference will be held on Wednesday, March 18,
2015 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Salt Lake Community College Taylorsville
Redwood Campus Student Center. The conference is for all students of Pacific Island
descent in grades 10-12. Student must have a cumulative 2.5 GPA after the second
quarter report card and must stay for the entire conference. Registration is available
online only. No transportation is available to or from the conference. Several workshops
are available with door prizes. Lunch is included. Dress is Business Casual. Students
must have a picture ID to be admitted to the conference. Parents are strongly encouraged
to attend.
Amount:
There is no cost
Deadline:
March 1, 2015 is the deadline to register for this conference. No walk in’s will be
admitted!
Contact:
http://sasbot.slcc.edu/webforms/pacificislander/conference.aspx or Jennifer Scheffner in
the counseling center
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ENGINEER GIRL ESSAY CONTEST
Criteria:
The Contest is open to all students in grades three to twelve. The student will write an
essay of between 1100 to 1500 words. The essay needs to meet the requirements of the
contest description on the website and be submitted online. All winning essays will be
published on the website.
Amount:
Up to $500.00
Deadline:
March 1, 2015 by 6:00 p.m. EST
Contact:
www.engineergirl.org/2014Contest.aspx
SALT LAKE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Criteria:
To apply for all scholarships, applicant must apply for admission as a matriculated
student and must be a Utah resident and be a U.S. citizen. Scholarships include
Foundation Scholars Program, Honors at Entrance, Diversity Peer Action Leader
Program, Peer Action Leader Program, Departmental, Performing Arts (requires
audition), Presidential Leadership, Foundation Freshman General Scholarships, Freshman
Alternative, Service Council Scholarship, Ambassador, SLICE: Student Leaders in Civic
Engagement Program, and Athletic Scholarships. If you are applying for more than one
scholarship, be sure to submit all required documents for each scholarship. If an
application requires two letters of recommendation and you submit only one letter with
your application, your application will not be considered. Please read all instructions
before answering any questions. You may apply for as many scholarships as you would
like. Submit only what is required.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
www.slcc.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
WESTMINSTER COLLEGE
Criteria:
All students who apply to Westminster are considered for academic scholarships. Merit
scholarships are available to first-year students entering fall term 2015. These
scholarships are based on merit and will be awarded whether or not a student has
financial need. There are other Westminster scholarship programs that are based on
financial need, music, theatre, departmental, athletic, talent based, ROTC and the Utah
Hispanic Chamber “Somos” scholar award. Scholarships are available for Sterling
Scholar winners or runners-up in the regional Sterling Scholar Competition when
admitted.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
www.westminstercollege.edu
SALT LAKE COMMUNITY COLLEGE-TEACHER RECRUITMENT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen on track for high school graduation. Applicant must be
interested in pursuing a teaching or related educational career. Student will complete an
associate degree at Salt Lake Community College. Applicant must apply and be accepted
to Salt Lake Community College and submit the scholarship application by the deadline.
The application must include a high school transcript, a copy of ACT scores or SLCC’s
Accuplacer Placement Assessment, Two recommendations about your potential as an
educator, and a Personal statement describing why you want to go into teaching and your
experience relating to people with diverse background and what challenges you’ve
encountered or may encounter in furthering your educational/career goals. Applicant
must apply for FAFSA. This scholarship supports students of diverse backgrounds.
Amount:
Tuition and $1,000.00 per year towards fees, books and required supplies. Scholarship is
renewable for a second year.
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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SNOW COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria:
Scholarships are available in the areas of Academic, Departmental and Talent, Financial
Need, Diversity, Leadership/citizenship (requires a separate leadership application),
Ambassador, Private, Sterling Scholar and Athletics (435-283-7020 or 435-283-7026).
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
www.snow.edu/scholarships or 1-800-848-3399
SNOW COLLEGE LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be admitted to Snow College by March 1, including filling out the
admission application. Applicant must submit all applicable leadership application
materials and complete the interview process prior to the deadline.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
March 1 (All applications must be received by this date)
Contact:
www.snow.edu
ACCESS SCHOLARSHIP FOR FEMALES – UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
Criteria:
This scholarship is designed for females who will attend the University of Utah fall
semester of 2015 and major in science, math or engineering. Students who are awarded
this scholarship will be required to attend the seven-week University of Utah course,
UGS 1430 Integrated Science during the summer of their first year at the University of
Utah, which can be applied to their general education requirements. The application
must be filled out and sent along with a one-page letter/essay expressing your interest in
math and/or science and your career goals and an official high school transcript,
including the second semester, senior year classes. All applicants must request letters of
recommendation from two science and/or math teachers, to be sent directly from the
teacher to the College of Science. The University recommendation forms are NOT
accepted. The summer course will be June 22, 2015 to August 7, 2015.
Amount:
$3,500.00 plus the opportunity to work in a research lab.
Deadline:
March 1, 2015
Contact:
www.science.utah.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH HISTORY DEPARTMENT
Criteria:
There are scholarships available to high school seniors who intend to major in history.
Applicants should submit to the University of Utah History Department the application
for departmental scholarships, a copy of their latest high school transcript, which must
include ACT scores, and three letters of recommendation from high school teachers, one
of them being from a history teacher. The college of humanities also offers departmental
scholarships for students.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
www.history.utah.edu for the department of history or www.hum.utah.edu for the
department of humanities
FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIP IN SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS – UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
Criteria:
Applicant must be admitted to the University of Utah as a freshman degree-seeking
student majoring in biology, chemistry, math or physics to be awarded this scholarship.
Applicant must complete the application, write a one-page letter/essay expressing their
interest in math and/or science and their career goals, and include an official high school
transcript, including their second semester, senior year classes. Applicant must have
letters of recommendation from two science and/or math teachers sent directly from the
teacher to the College of Science. The University recommendation forms are NOT
accepted.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
www.science.utah.edu or call University of Utah College of Science at (801) 581-6958
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SUSAN W. CODA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
This scholarship is for exceptional UTAH WOMEN ONLY who will attend a college or
university outside the state of Utah. Applicant must graduate from a Utah high school,
have a minimum 3.8 GPA, and provide proof of acceptance to a four-year college or
university located outside of the state of Utah. Applicant must have demonstrated
leadership abilities and show participation in extra-curricular school activities and be
involved in community affairs. Three letters of recommendation will be required and
ACT and/or ACT scores.
Amount:
Varies, it is usually around $3,500.00
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
NATIONAL PRESBYTERIAN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior planning to attend a participating Presbyterian
Church-related college. Applicant must be a member of the Presbyterian Church, be a
U.S. citizen, maintain a 3.0 GPA, and demonstrate financial need. Applicant must take
the SAT/ACT exam no later than December 15 of their senior year in high school. The
application must include an essay of between 500 to 1000 words on an assigned topic and
include an endorsement from a church pastor and a recommendation from a high school
guidance counselor.
Amount:
Up to $1,500.00
Deadline:
March 1 for part one, March 31 for secondary school report and transcript
Contact:
www.pcusa.org/financialaid or National Presbyterian College Scholarship, 100
Witherspoon Street, Room MO42A, Louisville KT40202-1396
AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be African American, Hispanic/Latino, or American Indian and be a
senior in high school who is a U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Applicant must
demonstrate high academic achievement in chemistry or science (grade point average 3.0
or better) and demonstrate financial need according the FAFSA and the Student Aid
Report (SAR) form. Student must be planning to major in chemistry, biochemistry,
chemical engineering or a chemically-related science of chemical technology and be
planning on a career in the chemical sciences field.
Amount:
Varies up to $5,000.00 per year ($2,500.00 for freshman)
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
www.acs.org/scholars or www.chemistry.org/scholars
ZONTA INTERNATIONAL YOUNG WOMEN IN PUBLIC AFFAIRS AWARD
Criteria:
Applicant must be a female student between the ages of 16-19 who demonstrates a
commitment to leadership in public service, government and volunteer organizations.
Applicant must show an active commitment to volunteerism, evidence of volunteer
leadership achievements, and evidence of dedication to advancing the status of women
worldwide.
Amount:
$1,000.00 district award, $4,000.00 international award
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
www.zonta.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY SPIRIT OF YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA who is a junior member
of the American Legion Auxiliary. Applicant must have had their membership for past
three years and have a current 2015 membership card and must maintain membership for
the four-year scholarship period.
Amount:
Up to $5,000.00
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
www.legion-aux.org
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AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY CHILDREN OF WARRIORS NATIONAL PRESIDENTS’ S
Criteria:
Scholarship is awarded to children of veterans who served in the Armed Forces during
the eligibility dates for The American Legion. Applicant must complete fifty hours of
community service during his/her high school years and be a senior in high school to be
eligible. Each Unit may only enter one candidate in the Department competition. Each
Department is restricted to one candidate to the Divisional competition. Scholarship is
based on character/leadership, essay/application, financial need and scholarship.
Amount:
$3,500.00, $3,000.00, and $2,500.00
Deadline:
March 1, 2015 (Completed application must be presented to the local American Legion
Auxiliary Unit President on or before this date.)
Contact:
www.legion-aux.org
AMERICAN LEGION EAGLE SCOUT OF THE YEAR
Criteria:
Nominee must be a registered active member of a Boy Scout Troop, Varsity Scout Team,
or Venturing Crew chartered to an American Legion Post, Auxiliary Unit or Sons of the
American Legion Squadron. OR the nominee must be a registered, active member of a
duly chartered Boy Scout Troop, Varsity Scout Team, or Venturing Crew, and the son or
grandson of a Legionnaire or Auxiliary member. The nominee must have received the
Eagle Scout Award, be an active member of his religious institution and must have
received the appropriate Boy Scout religious emblem. Applicant must have demonstrated
good citizenship in church, school, Scouting and community and be in high school.
Amount:
$10,000.00 and three at $2,500.00
Deadline:
March 1, 2015 (must be received by this date)
Contact:
www.legion.org or www.nesa.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS SCOUT OF THE YEAR SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a registered, active member of a Boy Scout or Girl Scout Troop,
Venturing Crew, or a Sea Scout Ship. Applicant must have received the Eagle Scout
Award, Venture Silver Award, Sea Scout Quartermaster Award or Girl Scout Award and
must have demonstrated practical citizenship in school, scouting, and the community.
The applicant must have reached their 15th birthday at the time of selection and be
enrolled in high school to be eligible for the scholarship. Applicant must send a
completed scholarship form, a resume of high school activities, scouting record,
community service record and letters of recommendation to a local VFW Post.
Amount:
$5,000.00 for 1st place, $3,000.00 for 2nd place and $1,000.00 for 3rd place
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
www.vfw.org
ARTHUR M. & BERDENA KING EAGLE SCOUT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be an Eagle Scout who is currently registered in Scouting and has not
reached their 19th birthday. Applicant must submit a 500-word patriotic essay and a fourgeneration ancestor chart. Qualification for membership in the Sons of the American
Revolution is not required.
Amount:
$2,000.00 to $8,000.00
Deadline:
Varies by state and region
Contact:
http://www.nesa.org
EMMETT J. DOERR MEMORIAL DISTINGUISHED SCOUT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a Catholic high school senior who is currently registered and active in
Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, or Venturing. Applicant must have earned the Eagle
Scout Award or the Silver Award and the Ad Altare Dei or Pope Pius XII religious
emblem. Applicant must have held a Scouting leadership position and must have served
in his or her home parish.
Amount:
$2,000.00
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
http://www.nccs-bsa.org or http://www.nesa.org
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AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY – THEODORE ROOSEVELT MEMORIAL
YOUNG NATURALIST AWARD
Criteria:
This contest is available to students in grades 7-12. Only one entry is allowed per
student. Students may work as a group or a partner to plan and conduct a study in a class,
a summer institute, a summer camp, a research program or an environmental program
that will include observations, questions, predictions, data, and analysis. Student will
submit an essay that includes tables, charts, or graphs and artwork that help illustrate their
findings. All essays must follow the rules listed on the website. Entries may be submitted
from January 1, 2015 to March 1, 2015.
Amount:
Cash awards and expense-paid trip to the American Museum of Natural History in New
York for the winner along with a parent or guardian and publication of the winning
essays on the website.
Deadline:
March 1, 2015 by 11:59 p.m. EST
Contact:
www.amnh.org/yna
JEAN-GUY BELIVEAU, P.E. MATHCOUNTS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior who has participated as a competitor in the
MATHCOUNTS program in middle school. Applicant must have been accepted into an
ABET-accredited engineering program at a four-year college or university. Application
will be evaluated on GPA, internship/co-op experience and community involvement,
extra-curricular activities and honors and awards. Applicant must submit the application,
a high school transcript, SAT and/or ACT scores, a resume and two letters of
recommendation from faculty members.
Amount:
$3,000.00
Deadline:
March 1 (must be received by this date)
Contact:
www.nspe.org
SHOPKO TEAMMATE AND FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U. S. Citizen and must be a full-time or part-time Shopko teammate
with at least one year of continuous service as of January 1, 2015 or be a dependent child
of a Shopko teammate. The applicant must be a high school senior who plans to enroll at
an accredited two-or four-year college, university, vocational, or technical school for the
entire 2015-16 academic year. Applicant must submit a completed application and a
current official high school transcript. Scholarship is based on academic record,
leadership, and participation in school and community activities, work experience, a
statement of educational and career goals, and an applicant recommendation.
Amount:
Up to $2,500.00 (renewable each year for a maximum of four scholarships)
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
www.shopko.com/foundation
MAUREEN L. & HOWARD N. BLITMAN P. E. - NATIONAL SOCIETY OF PROFESSIONAL
ENGINEERS
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior who is an African-American, Hispanic, or Native
American and is a U.S. citizen. Applicant must be accepted into an ABET-accredited
engineering program at a four-year college or university. Applicant must have a
minimum SAT Math score of 700 and a minimum SAT Verbal score of 600 or a
minimum ACT Math score of 29 and a minimum ACT English score of 29. Scholarships
will be based on GPA, internship/co-op experience and community involvement, two
faculty recommendations, honors/scholarships/awards, and answers to the four questions
on the application.
Amount:
$5,000.00
Deadline:
March 1 (must be received by this date)
Contact:
www.nspe.org
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McDONALD’S NATIONAL EMPLOYEE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be currently employed at a McDonald’s restaurant and have at least four
months continuous employment at the time of application. Applicant must work a
minimum of 15 hours per week. Applicant must be a high school senior planning to
attend an accredited institution for post-secondary education and/or career training and
instruction in the fall of 2015. Applicant must still be employed by McDonald’s when
the scholarships are awarded. For more information, check out the McDonald’s web site
station M.
Amount:
$2,500.00 - $5,000.00
Deadline:
March 1
Contact:
www.mcdonalds.com/usa/good/people/scholarship.html
VISINE STUDENTS WITH VISION SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Open to high school students with a minimum GPA of 2.8 who have demonstrated a clear
vision or goal for their future. Scholarship is based on academic achievement, school,
and community involvement, financial need and a demonstrated vision or goal. Fill out
an application online.
Amount:
$5,000.00
Deadline:
March 1 or until 22,000 applications have been started whichever is sooner
Contact:
www.aim.applyists.net/vision or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
SOUTH HIGH ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school who is a direct descendant of a South High
School alumnus who plans to attend Salt Lake Community College. Applicant must be a
U.S. Citizen and have a GPA of at least 2.5. The application must be turned in with at
least two completed recommendation forms from people other than family with direct
knowledge of their abilities, accomplishments and potential. All recommendation forms
must be signed and an official transcript must be sent with the application. Incomplete
applications will not be processed.
Amount:
Half tuition for fall 2015 and spring 2016 semesters
Deadline:
March 2, 2015
Contact:
www.slcc.edu/development or http://www.slcc.edu/financialaid/index.aspx or Jennifer
Scheffner in the counseling center
THE GOVERNOR’S HONORS ACADEMY
Criteria:
The Governor’s Honors Academy is DESIGNED FOR CURRENT JUNIOR
STUDENTS who excel in academics, leadership, extra-curricular involvement, personal
achievement, and community service. This is a leadership conference held at Southern
Utah University in Cedar City, Utah June 19-27, 2015. To apply for the academy
students need to have a minimum 3.75 GPA, submit an application, submit three letters
of recommendation (one must be from a high school counselor or principal), submit a
resume of accomplishments, submit an official high school transcript and a 750-word
personal essay that answers the question on the website. All applicants must complete
the ACT and have their score by February of 2015 to be eligible to apply.
Amount:
The cost of the 9-day academy is $1,000.00. A one-week workshop at SUU with
outstanding, dynamic speakers, activities, and an environment to “Nurture the mind”.
Participants who attend the entire Academy will receive 6 college credits and a 4-year
scholarship to Southern Utah University.
Deadline:
March 2 (must be received in the Governors Honors Academy Office by 5 p.m. No
exceptions.)
Contact:
www.suu.edu/gha or call (435) 586-7741 or [email protected]
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JORDAN CREDIT UNION
Criteria:
To apply for the Memorial Education Scholarship the applicant must be a high school
senior who is a member of the Jordan Credit Union with a minimum of $25.00 in their
account. Applications are available at the Jordan Credit Union. The applicant must plan
to continue their education past high school.
Amount:
$2,000.00
Deadline:
March 2 was the deadline last year
Contact:
Jordan Credit Union or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
HAMILTON RELAY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior graduation in 2015 that is deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind or
have difficulty speaking. All applicants are required to submit an application, write an
essay under the topic of communication technology and provide a recommendation letter.
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
March 2, 2015
Contact:
www.hamiltonrelay.com or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
ENGINEERING FOR YOU VIDEO CONTEST
Criteria:
The video contest is open to individuals or teams in grades kindergarten to twelve. There
is a general public category too. Entrants may enter one video in only one of the
competition categories. The one to two minute video is to be focused on how engineering
serves human welfare and the needs of society.
Amount:
Best Overall Video - $25,000.00, Peoples Choice Award - $5,000.00, Top videos in each
category will be eligible for a prize of up to $5,000.00.
Deadline:
March 2, 2015
Contact:
www.e4uvideocontest.org
UTAH PUBLIC EMPLOYEES’ ASSOCIATION – MOUNTAIN AMERICA SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a member of both Mountain America Credit Union and the Utah
Public Employees’ Association or their legal dependent. Scholarship is based on skill,
scholastic ability, financial need, community service and employment plans.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
March 3, 2015 by 5:00 p.m.
Contact:
www.upea.net or www.macu.com/community/scholarships
HARMON’S CHRISTOPHER M. KINGERY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior who is a U.S. citizen with a minimum 3.0 GPA
and must be drug free. Applicant must be currently employed by Harmon’s and must
have worked at one of their stores for at least one year. The hire date of applicant must
be on or before June 1, 2015. Applicant must continue to work at Harmon’s while
attending post-high school education.
Amount:
$4,000.00 per year for four years or $2,667.00 per year for six years for ¾ time students
Deadline:
March 3
Contact:
www.harmonsgrocery.com or Harmons City, Inc., Human Resource Office, 3540 South
4000 West, West Valley, City, UT 84120
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UNIVERSITY OF UTAH HIGH SCHOOL BIOSCIENCE SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicants must have completed their junior year by the start of the program. Applicant
must have completed three years of math and three science courses (including biology or
chemistry) by the end of their junior year to apply. The application must be completed
and submitted with a high school transcript, two letters of recommendation (at least one
being from a science teacher), a statement describing interest in the biological sciences
and future goals. The program dates are June 8 to July 30, 2015.
Amount:
A two week training course of basic laboratory procedures followed by six weeks of
assisting faculty with research. A $500.00 stipend is provided and some students
subsequently may obtain employment in a research lab.
Deadline:
March 4, 2015
Contact:
www.biology.utah.edu/undergraduate/research or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling
center
RMEL FOUNDATION
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior and be planning to pursue an electric industry
position certificate or associate degree at a college or university and be able to provide
information about the specific program you are attending or will attend and the
accreditation status of the institution OR be pursuing or plan to pursue an undergraduate
degree with the intent to pursue a career in the electric energy industry. Applicant must
be a U.S. citizen. Scholarship is based on goals and aspiration in the electric energy
industry, motivation to succeed, service to community and school, and academic ability.
Each applicant must have an RMEL member company as a sponsor.
Amount:
Up to $3,000.00
Deadline:
March 7
Contact:
www.rmel.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MODERN DANCE SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS
Criteria:
To enter the Modern Dance Undergraduate Program at the University of Utah and for a
dance scholarship, students must submit an application and attend an audition. Students
must also apply and be accepted to attend the University of Utah at least one month prior
to the audition date.
Amount:
unspecified (There is a $45.00 processing fee due at the time of the dance audition.)
Deadline:
Audition dates are Saturday, December 6, 2014, Friday, March 13, 2015, and Friday,
August 21, 2015.
Contact:
www.dance.utah.edu
KOHL’S KIDS WHO CARE
Criteria:
Award is available to U.S. residents who are 6-18 years old and have not graduated from
high school prior to March 13, 2015. Students must be nominated by any individual 21
years or older. Nominators will be asked to tell Kohl’s about volunteer efforts that are
above and beyond what is normally expected and that has resulted in a positive
community outcome and must have occurred within the last 12 months.
Amount:
$50.00 Kohl’s Gift Card for store winners, Regional winners will be awarded $1,000.00,
National winners will be awarded $10,000.00 scholarships.
Deadline:
March 13
Contact:
www.kohlskids.com or www.kohlscorporation.com or Jennifer Scheffner in the
counseling center
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BYU MANAGEMENT SOCIETY
Criteria:
Applicant must be enrolled as a high school senior planning to attend an accredited
College or University or Trade & Technical School within the state of Utah or an LDS
church school on a full-time basis in the fall of 2015. Scholarships are based on financial
need, community or religious service, and academic performance. Two types of
scholarships will be offered. One scholarship is based on financial need and one
scholarship is based on community service. You may select only one.
Amount:
$500.00 to $3,000.00 depending on need and merit
Deadline:
March 14, 2015
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
UTAH VALLEY UNVERSITY EXPANDING YOUR HORIZONS CONFERENCE –
Saturday, March 14, 2015 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Criteria:
The Expanding your horizons conference is for girls in 6th through 10th grade. The
conference is a math, science, and technology focused career conference. Registration
can be completed online at www.spedregistration.com by clicking on “Expanding Your
Horizons.” Registration can be done by mail by downloading the form at UVU
www.edu/equitycenter/horizons. Registration can be done by phone or email by
contacting SLCC at 801-957-5200 or [email protected]. The registration fee
includes a keynote address, lunch, three workshops, conference materials, an afternoon
snack, a commemorative T-shirt and interactive booths. Each participant can pick three
workshops out of more than 45 workshops. For parents and educators, specialized
workshops are available that will provide educational and career resources to help girls
succeed.
Amount:
The cost of the conference is $25.00 if paid in advance and $35.00 if paid at the door.
Scholarships are available to low-income families to attend.
Date:
March 14, 2015
Contact:
www.uvu.edu/equitycenter/horizons or call 801-863-8498 or email Lisa
[email protected] for more information or [email protected]
INTERMOUNTAIN ELECTRICAL ASSOCIATION
Criteria:
Applicants must be dependents of IEA members or their employees, who are in good
standing as of March 1 of the current year. Applicants must plan to attend an accredited
college, university, or vocational-technical school. Students must complete an
application and submit an official transcript and three letters of recommendation from
non-relatives.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
March 15
Contact:
www.ieatoday.com
UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY JOE & CARLETTA ELICH FOUR-YEAR SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicants are judged on academic achievement, financial need, and personal integrity.
Applicants must be undergraduate majors in the Mathematics and Statistics department at
USU while receiving the award. The application must be sent with high school
transcripts and a letter of application that includes a statement of qualifications, academic
goals, and career objectives. Three letters of recommendation should be sent directly by
the authors to the scholarship committee by the deadline.
Amount:
$1,200.00 per year or $600.00 per semester
Deadline:
March 15
Contact:
www.math.usu.edu click on undergraduate, then go to financial aid & scholarships or email [email protected] or call (435) 797-2595
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UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY NEVILLE & ANNIE HUNSAKER FOUR-YEAR SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
This scholarship is awarded on a competitive basis to superior high school students who
enroll as full-time mathematics, statistics or mathematics education majors. During the
final two years of the scholarship, the recipient is expected to work a limited number of
hours for the department. This work is paid on an hourly basis. Application must be sent
with high school transcripts and a letter of application that includes a statement of
qualifications, academic goals, and career objectives. Three letters of recommendation
should be sent directly by the authors to the scholarship committee by the deadline.
Amount:
$1,200.00 per year or $600.00 per semester
Deadline:
March 15
Contact:
www.math.usu.edu click on undergraduate, then go to financial aid & scholarships or
email [email protected] or call (435) 797-2595
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH EMORPHIA T. DIAMANT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school who will be attending the University of Utah
for fall of 2014. Applicant must be of Greek descent and must show financial need.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
March 15
Contact:
www.financialaid.utah.edu
DUCK TAPE “STUCK AT PROM” COMPETITION
Criteria:
The Duct tape stuck at prom contest participants must enter as a couple (two individuals).
Each couple must attend a high school dance or prom held in the spring of 2015 wearing
complete attire or accessories made from duct tape. Entrants must submit one color
photograph of the couple together in prom attire. There are more instructions found on
the website. Pictures of prior winner and entries can also be found on the website. All
entrants must sign a release form.
Amount:
1st place winning couple wins $5,000.00 for each individual member plus the entrant’s
high school, 2nd place couple wins $3,000.00 for each individual member, and 3rd place
couple wins $2,000.00 for each individual. Runners up in the top ten each win $500.00.
In addition to the top ten winners, six honorable mention winners will be given for “Best
Purse”, “Best Corsage”, “Best Shoes”, “Best tie”, “Best Jewelry”, and “Best Prop”.
Deadline:
Contest begins March 16, 2015 and contest ends June 1, 2015
Contact:
www.ducktapeclub.com/contests or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center. This
should be great fun; surely someone at Alta should try for this one.
GIRLS LEADERSHIP WORLDWIDE (ELEANOR ROOSEVELT CENTER AT VAL-KIL)
Criteria:
Applicant must be a female student entering 10th or 11th grade. Applicant must complete
the application, including two letters of recommendation and display leadership skills and
a commitment to community service and show academic and extra-curricular
achievement. This is a nine-day summer workshop that focuses on self–esteem,
leadership skills, and gaining knowledge through interactive workshops. The workshops
provide training in public speaking, career development, and women’s history. There are
two sessions to choose from. Session dates are July 11 to July 19, 2015 and July 25 to
August 2, 2015.
Amount:
All training, lodging, meals, activities, and transportation once in New York. Student is
responsible for transportation to and from New York, plus a registration fee.
Deadline:
March 16, 2015
Contact:
www.ervk.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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ZAHIR SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a graduating senior who has a minimum 3.0 high school GPA.
Applicant must exhibit motivation and commitment to school and his/her community as
demonstrated through his/her academic performance, leadership, community service, and
extracurricular activities. The student must plan to enroll at the University of Utah fulltime (12 credits or more) during the 2015-2016 academic year. Applicant must have
demonstrated experience with or a commitment to serving or working with the Muslim
community.
Amount:
$2,000.00
Deadline:
March 17 by 5:00 p.m.
Contact:
www.ugs.utah.edu
GHULAM-LAURI SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA entering the University
of Utah full-time fall 2015. Applicant must exhibit motivation and commitment to school
and community as demonstrated t4rough academic performance, leadership, community
service, and extracurricular activities. A personal typed statement of no more than one
page explaining the applicants top three life goals and a written resume of any
extracurricular or community activities in which the applicant is involved must be
included with the application. Also, two letters of recommendation (not from family
members), one of which must be from a leader from the Islamic community (principal,
teacher, religious leader, professor, etc.) must be included.
Amount:
$2,500.00
Deadline:
March 17 by 5:00 p.m. (This was the deadline last year)
Contact:
www.ugs.utah.edu
YOUTHLINC YOUNG HUMANITARIAN AWARD
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school junior or senior to apply for this scholarship. The top
ten finalists must interview with the Scholarship Selection Committee to be considered
for the award. The interview date will be on Saturday, April 25, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. to
1:00 p.m. Applicants will be judged on the quality of essays, letters of recommendation
and on the evidence of sustained, focused service efforts on behalf of genuinely needy
individuals or communities.
Amount:
One at $5000.00 and three at $1,000.00
Deadline:
March 18 (Must be received by this date)
Contact:
www.youthlinc.org
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH METALLURGICAL ENGINEERING
Criteria:
Applicant must complete an application, submit an unofficial transcript and submit at
least one letter of recommendation. Two letters of recommendation are suggested. The
letters should be from school officials, such as teachers or counselors. Applicant must
plan to major in Metallurgical Engineering at the University of Utah. Scholarships are
based on ACT or SAT scores (particularly math), cumulative GPA and extracurricular
activities. Students who are offered scholarships usually have a minimum ACT score of
27 and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.7. This is a sweet major with many
opportunities and few students consider this as a major because they don’t know what it
is. Check it out!
Amount:
$1,000.00 - $5,000.00
Deadline:
March 20 for the Metallurgical Engineering Scholarship Application
Contact:
www.metallurgy.utah.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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DISTINGUISHED YOUNG WOMEN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be in their junior year of high school. Entrant will be judged on talent,
academics, community involvement, fitness, and judge’s interview. After a participant
wins her local Distinguished Young Women program, she advances to the State
Distinguished Young Women program. All state winners participate in the National
Finals in Mobile Alabama in June after they graduate from high school. Apply online to
enter the local competition. The Sandy/Draper program will be held on Saturday, May
16, 2015 at 7:00 P.M. Check the website for more information.
Deadline:
March 20
Amount:
Unspecified
Contact:
www.distinguishedyw.org
UTAH STATE ENGINEERING STATE **JUNIORS**
Criteria:
Applicant must be a current junior in high school and have a strong interest in math,
science, or technology, and display citizenship excellence on their scholastic record.
Applicant must have a desire to pursue a math, science, or technology career. A current
high school transcript must be submitted with the application. Engineering State for 2015
will be held June 8-11, 2015. Learn about careers in engineering and technology, receive
an engineering scholarship, and make new friends.
Amount:
Unspecified.
Deadline:
March 20, 2015
Contact:
www.engineering.usu.edu or call Kathy at (435) 797-2843
THE AMERICAN LEGION UTAH BOYS STATE
Criteria:
The American Legion Utah Boys State program for 2015 is scheduled for June 8th - 12th
at Weber State University in Ogden. Applicant must be a junior in High School with
plans to attend high school their senior year. The Samsung American Legion Scholarship
is available to boys attending Boys State who are interested and eligible.
Amount:
Cost is $450.00 and includes three semester hours of 2920 political sciences credit.
Deadline:
Friday, March 20, 2015
Contact:
www.boysandgirlsstate.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center for an
application
AYN RAND’S NOVEL ANTHEM
Criteria:
Designed for 8th, 9th and 10th grade students. To enter the contest students write an essay
on a choice of three specified topics after reading Ayn Rand’s Novelette, Anthem.
Amount:
First prize of $2,000.00, 5 second prizes of $500.00, 10 third prizes of $200.00, 45 at
$50.00, and 175 at $30.00
Deadline:
March 20, 2015
Contact:
www.aynrand.org/contests
USU – GET AWAY SPECIAL (GAS) SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
High school seniors with an interest in space research are eligible to apply. Applicant
must have a minimum 3.5 GPA to apply.
Amount:
Full in State tuition waiver for up to eight semesters
Deadline:
March 20
Contact:
www.usu.edu/science GAS program faculty advisor, Physics Department, USU, 4415
Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322-4415
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SOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITY RED RIOT OVERNIGHTS
Criteria:
Southern Utah University Overnight allows high school students to experience life at
SUU. Students arrive on the Southern Utah University campus where they will be paired
with an SUU student. Participants will attend a class, eat with students, stay overnight
and attend an SUU activity. Dates are November 14-15, 2014, November 21-22, 2014,
January 16-17, 2015 and February 6-7, 2015, March 20-21, and April 17-18, 2015.
Apply on-line. Parents may participate in a customized parent information session and
take a campus tour on Friday of the Overnight visit. Parent lodging is unavailable in
student housing. Discounts for local lodging can be found at Parent Services.
Cost:
$20.00 (includes food, lodging and a SUU shirt)
Deadline:
48 hours prior to the event date or until full
Contact:
www.suu.edu/you or e-mail [email protected] or call the School Relations Office at (435)
586-7741
2015 FREEDOM FOUNDATION CONTESTS – ESSAY, VIDEO AND SPEECH
Criteria:
All students may enter the essay, storytelling and video contests. Students in 9th to 12th
grades may enter the speech contest. Please see the rules and guidelines for each contest
on the website.
Amount:
Up to $1,000.00
Deadline:
Register by March 20, 2015 to enter the speech contest. The videotaped speech is due
March 20, 2015. The video contest entry is due by March 20, 2015. The essay is due on
March 20, 2015 by 5:00 p.m. for the essay contest.
Contact:
www.freedomfestival.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
UTAH SOCIETY OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS – JOE RHOADS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen with a 3.5 or higher GPA entering college in fall of
2015. Applicant must have a minimum ACT math score of 30 and English score of 26 to
qualify. Applicant must plan to major in engineering at an ABET (Accreditation Board
for Engineering & Technology) accredited engineering program in Utah. Student must
complete an application, student resume, 850-1000 word essay, official transcript & ACT
scores, two recommendations from teachers, and an applicant certification form.
(Applications without the required signatures will be disqualified.)
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
March 23
Contact:
www.uspe.com or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
MISS DRAPER OUTSTANDING TEEN SCHOLARSHIP PAGEANT
Criteria:
Applicant must be Female who is at least 13 years of age and in the 8th grade by the first
day of the local pageant and not graduated from high school before the National
Competition in August 2015, and must not turn 18 before August 31, 2014.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
March 24 was the deadline for last year
Contact:
www.draper.ut.us/missdraper
MISS DRAPER SCHOLARSHIP PAGEANT
Criteria:
Applicant must be a Female between the ages of 17-24 and be a resident of Draper for at
least 6 months or be a full-time employee of at least 40 hours per week.
Amount:
Up to $2,000.00
Deadline:
March 24 was the deadline for last year
Contact:
Draper City Hall www.draper.ut.us click residents, click Miss Draper Scholarship
Pageant
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JIFFY LUBE “TEEN DRIVER” SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Available to all eligible licensed teen drivers. Applicant must submit an application and
in 500- words or less express “what drives you?” (See the application for complete
instructions.) Entries must be typewritten on letter-size paper only.
Amount:
One at $5,000.00 and two at $1,500.00
Deadline:
March 24, 2015
Contact:
www.yourturn2apply.com or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
QUEST BRIDGE 2015 COLLEGE PREP SCHOLARSHIP – JUNIORS ONLY
Criteria:
The scholarship is for high-achieving junior students from low income backgrounds who
would thrive at a top college. Applicant must submit the online application, including
one essay and family financial information, a teacher recommendation, and a high school
transcript including test scores.
Amount:
Full scholarships to college summer programs at schools like Stanford, Yale and Harvard.
Invitations to College Admissions Conferences will be given where students will meet
admissions officers from top colleges and individualized college admissions counseling.
There are also opportunities for all-expense-paid visits to college campuses and more.
Deadline:
March 25, 2015 at 11:59 p.m.
Contact:
www.questbridge.org
2015 UTAH JUMPSTART COALITION/UHEAA – AMERICA FIRST CREDIT UNION
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school who has successfully completed or is currently
enrolled in the financial literacy course required for graduation. Applicant must plan to
pursue a post-secondary education. Applicant must complete the FAFSA application and
submit an essay about a financial topic.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
March 27
Contact:
http://utahjumpstart.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
T. H. BELL TEACHING INCENTIVE LOAN
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior student planning to pursue a degree in education.
Awards are based on high school grade point average, ACT or SAT scores, ethnicity,
intended teaching field, teaching-related experience and an explanatory essay. The
student will be required to complete an educator preparation program and teach in Utah
public schools for a term equal to the number of years for which the loan was received
Amount:
Waiver of tuition and fees at the Utah public institutions and $995.00 per semester at
Utah private institutions for up to eight semesters.
Deadline:
Friday, March 27, 2015 before 5 p.m. (must be received by this date)
Contact:
www.schools.utah.gov/cert and click on “Loan and Scholarships” or Jennifer Scheffner
in the counseling center
ALL NATIVE AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIC TEAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be American Indian or Alaska Native as verified through submission of
an AIGC Tribal Eligibility Certificate. Applicant must be a high school senior with an
outstanding academic record and have proven leadership and demonstrated community
service activities and will be enrolling in an accredited college or university as a full time
student in the fall of 2015.
Amount:
$250.00 and students will receive a certificate of honor and be honored in the national
press and “The American Indian Graduate”.
Deadline:
March 27, 2015
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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THE AMERICAN LEGION UTAH BOYS STATE
Criteria:
The American Legion Utah Boys State program for 2015 is scheduled for June 8th
through June 12th at Weber State University in Ogden. Applicant must be a junior in
High School with plans to attend high school their senior year. The Samsung American
Legion Scholarship is available to boys attending Boys State who apply and are eligible.
Amount:
Cost is $400.00 which includes three semester hours of 2920 political sciences credit.
Deadline:
March 27
Contact:
www.boysandgirlsstate.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
Designed for students who are Native American or of Native American descent that will
pursue a career in Heath Care or Human Services.
Amount:
Full tuition, applicants must agree to provide health service equal to one year for each
year of scholarship award received.
Deadline:
March 28 (must be received by this date)
Contact:
www.ihs.gov
HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen who is of Hispanic heritage with plans to enroll fulltime in an accredited 4-year university in the U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands or
Guam for fall of 2015. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and must apply for
federal financial aid (FAFSA) or Dream Act if available.
Amount:
$500.00-$5,000.00
Deadline:
March 30, 2015
Contact:
www.hsf.net
HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND – PROCTOR & GAMBLE COMPANY
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school who is a U.S. citizen or legal permanent
resident and is of Hispanic heritage. Applicant must have a minimum cumulative GPA
of 3.0 and have plans to enroll full-time in a degree seeking program at a two-or fouryear U.S. accredited institution in the U.S., U.S. Virgin Islands or Guam in fall of 2015.
Applicant must apply for federal financial aid by completing the free FAFSA form.
Preference will be given to Pell-eligible students. Applicant must complete the P&G
consent form and submit it with the scholarship application.
Amount:
$500.00-$5,000.00
Deadline:
March 30, 2015
Contact:
www.hsf.net
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MILITARY COMPTROLLERS
Criteria:
Applicant must be an outstanding graduating high school senior and must be entering a
field of study directly related to financial/resource management (business administration,
economics, public administration, computer science, operations research related to
financial management, accounting, and finance). All applicants must have an ASMC
chapter endorsement. Applications must be submitted on the official ASMC National
Scholarship Form. Applicant must have three letters of recommendation from: (1) local
ASMC chapter president, (2) high school principal, academic dean, or guidance
counselor, (3) a high school teacher. No fax or e-mail accepted.
Amount:
$1,000.00 to $3,000.00
Deadline:
March 31 (received by) to National Headquarters (Submit before this date to local ASMC
chapter)
Contact:
www.asmconline.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be legally blind in both eyes and plan to attend a college or university
full-time in the fall of 2015 except that one scholarship may be given to a person
employed full-time while attending school part-time. Participation in the entire NFB
national convention with the assistance of the NFB and in all scheduled scholarship
program activities is required. The convention will be held in Orlando, Florida during
July 2015. The scholarship is based on academic excellence, community service, and
financial need.
Amount:
$3,000.00 to $12,000.00
Deadline:
March 31, 2015 by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time
Contact:
National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Committee www.nfb.org/scholarships
(410) 659-9314, x2415 or e-mail: [email protected] or Scheffner in the counseling
center
JANICE M. SCOTT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen who is a high school senior with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
and who will be attending an accredited four-year college or university in the fall of
2015. Applicant must have demonstrated leadership abilities and must have a
demonstrated financial need. The combined adjusted income of the parents cannot
exceed $60,000.00. An official high school transcript, two letters of recommendation, a
financial document, and a high school senior picture must be included with the
application.
Amount:
$2.500.00
Deadline:
March 31, 2015
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
MURRAY ARTS COUNCIL THEATRE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must have performed in a Murray Arts Council musical or have served in a
support position. Applicant must have a minimum 3.2 GPA and be a high school senior
to be eligible. Applicant must be interested in pursuing theater or a related technical field
in college or in the community. Application must include two letters of recommendation
(one preferably from a performing arts related teacher or supervisor), theater resume, a
photograph and a copy of high school transcripts showing theater or related classes.
Applications must be complete.
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
March 31
Contact:
http://www.murray.utah.gov/index.aspx?NID=288 or Jennifer Scheffner in the
counseling center
APRIL
UAIIA INDEPENDENT INSURANCE AGENTS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
This scholarship is designed for students interested in a business, finance or insurance
major and who are active in extra-curricular activities through their school, church,
community, or work. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicant must send in
the application form, the answers to the essay questions, two letters of reference from
employers, teachers, etc. and a recent photo. The financial form is optional. Information
from the school counselor and a high school transcript must be submitted by the deadline.
One scholarship will be awarded to a student pursuing an insurance career, the others to
students pursuing insurance or business degrees.
Amount:
$500.00 to $1,000.00 (a minimum of three scholarships)
Deadline:
April 1 (must be received or postmarked by this date)
Contact:
www.uaiia.org click on the scholarship link or Jennifer Scheffner in counseling center
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AMERICAN MEDICAL TECHNOLOGISTS
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school with career goals and a financial need.
Scholarship is designed for students pursuing studies or careers in the fields of medicine,
health, or science.
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
April 1
Contact:
www.amt1.com or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
PHI DELTA KAPPA PROSPECTIVE EDUCATOR SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicants must be high school seniors planning to major in education. Applications will
be judged on academic standing, letters of recommendation, school and community
activities and an essay. Applicants must be a member of a PDK sponsored FEA club at
their high school or be the child or grandchild of a Kappan in good standing or have one
of one of their reference letters written by a Kappan in good standing or have their
application selected to represent the PDK chapter in their area.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
April 1
Contact:
www.pdkintl.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
PHI DELTA KAPPA DONOVAN R. WALLING FAMILY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior and the son, or daughter, of an active or retired
United States Army Parent. Student must plan to major in music or art with an objective
to teach. The application for this scholarship should be completed on the Prospective
Educator Scholarship form. Indicate special eligibility on the application for this award.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
April 1
Contact:
www.pdkintl.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
WALMART DEPENDENT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident of the U.S. who is a senior
graduating high school in 2015. The applicant must be a dependent of a Wal-Mart
Associate who has been employed by Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. at least six months
continuous as of April 1, 2015. Applicant must have a cumulative high school GPA of at
least 2.5 and a demonstrated financial need. Applications must be submitted online.
Amount:
Up to $13,000.00 paid over four years ($1,625.00 paid two times per year)
Deadline:
April 1, 2015 by 5:00 p.m.
Contact:
www.walmartfoundation.org or on the WIRE or from your personnel Manager
PRINT AND GRAPHICS SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior interested in a career in graphic communications,
printing, technology, printing management or publishing. Applicant must be preparing to
engage or already be engaged in a course of study at a two- or four-year college program
and be able to maintain a 3.0 GPA. Applications are judged on the basis of academic
records, class rank, recommendations from counselors, advisors, teachers and
biographical information that includes extracurricular interests and academic honors.
Applicant must take the SAT or the ACT and submit their scores with their transcripts.
PSAT/NMSQT scores are also acceptable.
Amount:
$1,000.00 to $5,000.00 per academic year up to four years
Deadline:
April 1
Contact:
www.pgsf.org
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2015 SWACKHAMER DISARMANENT VIDEO CONTEST
Criteria:
Open to all ages. To submit video, join the contest’s Facebook page. Add your video to
the Facebook page and fill out the contest entry form. The video’s URL will need to be
included on the entry form. The video may be emailed for those who do not have a
Facebook account. Make a video of three minutes or less addressing the following: “The
Imperative of Reaching Nuclear Zero: The Marshall Islands Stands Up for All
Humanity.” See website for more details.
Amount:
$50.00-$500.00
Deadline:
April 1 Must be received electronically by 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time (No exceptions).
Contact:
www.wagingpeace.org
MEN’S ITALIAN AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be of recent Italian ancestry and a 2015 graduate of a Utah high school.
Scholarship is based on ACT or SAT scores, exceptional high school academic ability,
and extracurricular (school, community, church, service, work related) activity
involvement, Italian heritage and involvement with an Italian Cultural Organization.
Applicant must be admitted as a degree-seeking student by the applicant’s chosen
institute of higher education. Also, applicant must submit a personal essay of 300 words
or less.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
April 1
Contact:
www.italianamericancivicleague.com or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
VIRTUAL BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
This scholarship is for high school business marketing and personal finance students
enrolled in their junior and senior years of high school. Students must exhibit excellence
in business, marketing or personal finance classes and show interest and accomplishment
in the use of technologies in these subjects in order to be nominated by their teachers.
There are three sections of the application to be completed. Parts one and two are for
teachers to complete and part three is for the student to complete.
Amount:
$2,000.00
Deadline:
April 1
Contact:
www.knowledgematters.com/scholarships
AMERICAN COLLEGE FOUNDATION VISIONARY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
Scholarship is available for high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors who are U.S.
Citizens. All applications will consist of a completed Act Visionary Scholarship
Application, a copy of the student’s most recent report card and a 500-word essay. Only
one application per student, per award year will be accepted. Only non-winners may
apply each subsequent year.
Amount:
$1,000.00 to $5,000.00
Deadline:
April 1 (must be received by this date)
Contact:
www.AmericanCollegeFoundation.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
AMERICAN INDIAN/ALASKA NATIVE EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (AIANEA)
Criteria:
Applicant must be an American Indian/Alaska Native student, or a child of an AIANEW
Member, pursing a degree in the natural resources field that will be attending an
accredited college or university. Applicant must maintain a GPA of 2.5 or above. A
short biography of the applicant must be included with the application and if possible, a
recent photo of the applicant.
Amount:
$150.00 to $500.00 and student will receive a one-year student membership to the
AIANEA
Deadline:
April 1
Contact:
www.aianea.com
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WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER INSTITUTES
Criteria:
Applicant must be a current high school sophomore, junior, or senior and have an
academic average of at least a B+. Applicant should have an ACT or PLAN composite
score of at least 25 or a combined SAT score of at least 1800, or a combined PSAT score
of 180. The institutes combine traditional class and lab curriculum with organized field
trips, guest lectures, and hands-on activities in order for students to gain valuable
academic and career experience.
Amount:
The fee to attend Pre Medical Institute (June 7-26, 2015 or July 12-31, 2015) is
$5,185.00. The fee to attend the Writing Institute (June 28-July 10, 2015) is $3,585.00.
The fee to attend Pre-Engineering Institute (June 7-26, 2015 or July 12-31, 2015) is
$5,185.00. The fee to attend Global Leadership Institute (June 28-July 10) is $3,585.00.
The fee to attend Ancient Discovery Institute (June 28-July 10, 2015) is $3,585.00.
The fee to attend the Environmental Studies $ Sustainability Institutes (June 28-July 10,
2015) is $3,585.00. The fee to attend Young Leaders Institute (August 2-8, 2015) is
$2,085.00. The fee covers housing in a secure, air-conditioned campus residence hall,
meals, most social activities, specialized seminars to develop academic skills, books and
supplies as well as institute-sponsored field trips and activities, and a transportation pass
for St. Louis bus and light rail system. Limited partial scholarship assistance is available
to students with a demonstrated financial need.
Deadline:
April 1 (Early bird was February 15) (Application must be received by the deadline)
After February 15 a $35.00 registration fee will be charged.
Contact:
www.ucollege.wustl.edu
PETER PASULA MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS STUDY HABITS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be between the ages of 16-20 as of March 1, 2015 and must be attending
a College or a University in the fall of 2015. Applicant must complete the application
form and write an essay of not more than 1,000 words answering the 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?”
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
April 1, 2015
Contact:
www.mortgagebrokerslangley.ca/application.php
CYPRUS CREDIT UNION SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a member of Cyprus Credit Union who is a senior in high school with
a minimum GPA of 3.0 the last two terms. Applicant must have plans to attend an
accredited college, university or trade school. Dependents and relatives of Cyprus Credit
Union members are eligible. Current employees of Cyprus Credit Union are not eligible.
Applicant must make a You Tube video of 5 minutes or less answering, “If I could teach
high school students one thing about money or finances it would be ……” A link to the
YouTube video must be provided. Applicant must also submit a one-page essay
answering the question, “What attributes do you possess that will make you successful in
the future and why?” The essay must include the following: what you plan to do with
your degree or training honors, activities, sports, clubs, community involvement,
leadership experiences, or any other experience you feel should be considered.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
April 1
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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KROGER SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior who is a dependent child of a full-time or parttime associate of participating divisions of The Kroger Co. The Associate must have a
minimum of two years of employment with the company as of April 15, 2015. Part-time
associates must have worked 1,000 hours in the preceding calendar year for their
dependent children to be eligible. The applicant must be enrolled in full-time
undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocationaltechnical school for the entire upcoming academic year.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
April 1 (must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. Central Daylight Time)
Contact:
www.scholarshipamerica.org/krogerscholars/
AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER ASSOCIATION ONLINE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Open to high school seniors who are U.S. citizens and who will enroll at a college,
university or trade school fall of 2015. Applicants must read the “Fire Sprinkler Essay”
about automatic fire sprinklers and take a ten-question multiple-choice test. For each
question answered correctly, students will receive one entry into a drawing for one of 10
scholarships. A total of 10 entries into the drawing are possible. Students are allowed
only one opportunity to take the online test.
Amount:
$2,000.00 (a total of $20,000.00 will be awarded)
Deadline:
Entries will be accepted from 12:00 p.m. (noon) CDT September 10, 2014 until 12:00
p.m. (noon) CDT April 2, 2015.
Contact:
www.afsascholarship.org
ZION’S PAYS FOR A’S COMMUNITY DRAWING
Criteria:
Student needs to take their report card to any Zion’s Bank. The bank will deposit $1.00
per “A” into the student’s Zion’s Bank savings account. If the student doesn’t have a
savings account, the student will be paid .50 per “A”. For each “A” the student will be
entered into a drawing for a scholarship savings account. There will be four separate
prize drawings. The October drawing will be a grand prize drawing for $1,000.00. “A-“
grades are not eligible.
Amount:
Up to $1,000.00
Deadline:
Drawings will be held November 7, 2014, January 26, 2015 April 3, 2015 and July 10,
2015.
Contact:
www.zionsbank.com/in-our-community/pays-for-as.jsp
ZION’S PAYS FOR A’S COMMUNITY DRAWING
Criteria:
Student needs to take their report card to any Zion’s Bank. The bank will deposit $1.00
per “A” into the student’s Zion’s Bank savings account. If the student doesn’t have a
savings account, the student will be paid .50 per “A”. For each “A” the student will be
entered into a drawing for a scholarship savings account. There will be four separate
prize drawings. The October drawing will be a grand prize drawing for $1,000.00. “A-“
grades are not eligible.
Amount:
Up to $1,000.00
Deadline:
Drawings will be held January 26, 2015, April 3, 2015
Contact:
www.zionsbank.com/in-our-community/pays-for-as.jsp
UTAH HIGH SCHOOL FILM FESTIVAL – APRIL 22, 2015
Criteria:
The Utah High School Film Festival will be held on April 22, 2015 at Salt Lake
Community College South City Campus. There are awards for First through third place
and Honorable Mention. Students interested in attending and participating in the 2015
Festival can register on the website.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
April
Contact:
www.utahhighschoolfilmfestival.com
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Hi-GEAR GIRLS IN ENGINEERING SUMMER CAMP – JUNE 22-26, 2015 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Criteria:
This Engineering Summer Camp is available to Female students currently in 9th-12th
grade. Applicant should enjoy math and science to participate. Applicant must fill out
the application and provide a personal statement and a teacher/advisor recommendation.
24-26 students will be selected to participate.
Amount:
The cost to participate as a day camper is $95.00. This includes lunch each day. The
cost for the Residential Camper is $205.00. This includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and
lodging for each say. Scholarships are available and are awarded based on financial
need.
Deadline:
April 6 is the priority deadline, May 4 is the final deadline
Contact:
www.coe.utah.edu/summer_programs
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH ALUMNI ASSOCIATION /UNP
Criteria:
Applicant must be admitted to the University of Utah for fall of 2015. The scholarship is
based on community service and financial need. Applicant must be a first generation
college student.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
April 10, 2015 by 5:00 p.m.
Contact:
www.diversity.utah.edu
SOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITY – S-STEM SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school who will be attending Southern Utah
University in the fall of 2015. Applicant must have a demonstrated academic talent and a
demonstrated financial need and will be majoring in the fields of
Biology/Zoology/Botany, Chemistry, Engineering, Geology, or Mathematics. Preference
will be given to first-generation college graduates, minority students, and other students
with financial need.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
April 10
Contact:
www.suu.edu/cose/stem-scholarship-app.html
UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY MOUNTAIN WEST CENTER CONWAY B. AND ELAINE W.
SONNE
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school who is a U.S. Citizen and shows talent and
potential for continued leadership.
Amount:
$1,000.00 per semester for two semesters
Deadline:
April 13, 2015 by 5:00 p.m.
Contact:
http://mountainwest.usu.edu/sonne.aspx
UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY AFRICAN-AMERICAN LEADERSHIP AWARD
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school who is an African-American and a U.S.
Citizen. Applicant must have demonstrated leadership both in their high school and in
their community and show special talent and potential for continued leadership.
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
April 13, 2015 by 5:00 p.m.
Contact:
http://mountainwest.usu.edu/africanamerican.aspx
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH FACILITIES MANAGEMENT SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Criteria:
Applicant must be enrolled in the University of Utah for fall of 2015. Applicant must
have a parent or guardian who is a full-time employee in Facilities Management at the
University of Utah. The employee must be in a full-time position and must have been in
a benefited position for at least six months.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
April 13
Contact:
www.financialaid.utah.edu
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VSA ARTS 2015 PLAYWRIGHT DISCOVERY AWARD
Criteria:
This contest is open to all students in grades 6-12 who are U.S. citizens or permanent
residents of the U.S. Entrants must write an original one-act play, of less than 40 pages,
that explores any aspect of disability. Entry may be the work of an individual student or
a group of students or class of students. Each student may only submit one entry and all
authors must fulfill eligibility requirements as stated in the submission rules. Students
with or without a disability are encouraged to submit a script.
Amount:
750.00 and the winning script published in the 2015 VSA Playwright Discovery Program
Booklet.
Deadline:
April 13, 2014 by 11:59 p.m. pacific time (Must be received by this date)
Contact:
www.vsarts.org/playwrightdiscovery or 1-800-933-8721
SIGNET CLASSIC STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY CONTEST
Criteria:
Entrants must be full time 11th or 12th grade students between the ages of 16-18. Each
English teacher may only submit one junior and one senior essay. See website for essay
topics and rules.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
April 14, 2015 (postmarked by) and received on or by April 21, 2015
Contact:
http://us.penguingroup.com/static/pages/services-academic/essayhome.html Penguin
Putnam Inc., Academic Marketing Department, 375 Hudson Street, New York, NY
10014
PEPSI GENERATION EXCELLENCE CASH AWARD
Criteria:
Applicant must be admitted as a matriculated student at SLCC with a minimum of 12
credit hours, or enrolled in a full program with the Skills Center. Applicant must have
completed a minimum of 12 credit hours at SLCC with a minimum 2.0 GPA, be a U.S.
citizen, and submit two recommendation forms.
Amount:
$300.00 to $500.00
Deadline:
April 15 for summer term, June 1 for fall semester, November 15 for spring semester
Contact:
www.slcc.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
AMERICAN LEGION AMERICAN LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a child or legally adopted child or a child of a spouse by a prior
marriage or dependent child as defined by the United States Armed Services for active
duty personnel of the United States military and National Guard, and military reservists
who were federalized and died on active duty on or after September 11, 2001. Applicant
must be a high school senior.
Amount:
Unspecified – renewable
Deadline:
April 15
Contact:
www.legion.org The American Legion, Attn. American Legacy Scholarship, PO Box
1055, Indianapolis, IN 46206 or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
FLEET RESERVE ASSOCIATION AND COLONEL HAZEL ELIZABETH BENN U.S.M.C.
Criteria:
Applicants must be children or grandchildren of FRA members. Awards are selected
based on financial need, academic standing, character, and leadership qualities. A
student may apply for both scholarships. Each application needs to be in its own packet.
Check only one box on the application of the scholarship that the application is for. (For
the Colonel Hazel Elizabeth Benn U.S.M.C. Scholarship applicant must be a dependent
child of a person who has served or is now serving in the United States Navy as enlisted
medical personnel assigned to and serving with the United States Marine Corps.)
Amount:
$5,000.00 - FRA Scholarship
$2,000.00 - Colonel Hazel Elizabeth Benn U.S.M.C. Scholarship
Deadline:
April 15
Contact:
www.fra.org click on communities then scholarships or Jennifer Scheffner in the
counseling center
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BYU-IDAHO SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school planning to graduate and attend BYU-Idaho in
the fall of 2015. Applicant must fill out a BYU-Idaho Scholarship Application. The
application will be evaluated and the appropriate scholarship will be awarded. Student
could qualify for an Academic Scholarship, a general BYU-Idaho Scholarship or both.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
April 15
Contact:
www.byui.edu
CONGRESSIONAL HISPANIC CAUCUS INSTITUTE, INC.
Criteria:
Applicant must be a Latino U.S. Citizen who is a senior in high school with a
demonstrated financial need. Applicant must have strong writing skills and show
consistent, active participation in community and/or public service activities. Applicant
must enroll full-time in a United States Department of Education accredited college or
four-year university.
Amount:
$1,000.00 to pursue an associate degree, $2,500.00 to pursue an undergraduate degree
Deadline:
April 16, 2015
Contact:
www.chci.org/scholarships/
SOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITY RED RIOT OVERNIGHTS
Criteria:
Southern Utah University Overnight allows high school students to experience life at
SUU. Students arrive on the Southern Utah University campus where they will be paired
with an SUU student. Participants will attend a class, eat with students, stay overnight
and attend an SUU activity. Dates are November 14-15, 2014, November 21-22, 2014,
January 16-17, 2015 and February 6-7, 2015, March 20-21, and April 17-18, 2015.
Apply on-line. Parents may participate in a customized parent information session and
take a campus tour on Friday of the Overnight visit. Parent lodging is unavailable in
student housing. Discounts for local lodging can be found at Parent Services.
Cost:
$20.00 (includes food, lodging and a SUU shirt)
Deadline:
48 hours prior to the event date or until full
Contact:
www.suu.edu/you or e-mail [email protected] or call the School Relations Office at (435)
586-7741
PASTOR FRANCE A. DAVIS
Criteria:
Applicant must be a Utah resident who will be attending a higher education institution
full time in the fall of 2015 in Utah. Applicant must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and must
provide three letters of recommendation along with the application and an autobiography.
Applicant must demonstrate a financial need.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
April 17
Contact:
www.diversity.utah.edu
UTAH ASIAN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be an Asian undergraduate student at a college, university, or any other
institution of higher learning within the state of Utah. Applicant must fill out the
application, write a brief personal history, submit two letters of recommendation, submit
a college transcript, and submit documentation of financial need. Winner must attend the
Utah Asian Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala on Saturday, May 16, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.
Amount:
$500.00 to $1,500.00
Deadline:
April 17, 2015
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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ALTA HIGH SCHOOL PTSA SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a member of the Alta High School PTSA who will not receive any
other scholarship. Applicant must be a senior in high school and enroll in a postsecondary school for fall of 2015. List two references, a high school transcript, and an
essay answering questions listed on the application must be included with the application.
Candidates should prepare for an interview with the scholarship committee.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
April 20
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the in the counseling center
CANYONS SCHOOL DISTRICT EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school who will be graduating in 2015. Applicant
must have applied and been accepted into a college program and now have received any
other scholarship or grant. Applicant must fill out the application and provide a personal
statement and answer additional questions.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
April 20
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
UTAH ASSOCIATION OF CONSERVATION DISTRICTS AND SALT LAKE CONSERVATION
DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIPS
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior planning to major in agriculture a related field at
college. Applicant must submit a one-page essay answering the question listed on the
website. Applicant must also send in the application explaining their education and
career goals, awards or honors, and work and volunteer experience along with a current
high school transcript. One application qualifies the applicant for both scholarships.
Amount:
$500.00 for the Salt Lake Conservation District Scholarship, $700.00 for the Utah
Association of Conservation District Auxiliary Scholarship
Deadline:
April 20 Application and essay must be received.
Contact:
www.saltlakeconservation.org or e-mail [email protected] or Send letters to
UACD, 350 North Redwood Road, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111 or Jennifer Scheffner in
the counseling center for more information.
JIFFY LUBE “YOUR TURN BEHIND THE WHEEL” SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Available to students ages 15 to17 years that are currently enrolled in a Driver’s
Education program for the 2014-2015 school year. Applicant must submit an application
and in 500-words or less write an essay about “what drives you?” (See the application
for complete instructions.) Entries must be typewritten on letter-size paper only.
Amount:
One winner at $5,000.00 and one Runner-up winner at $1.500.00
Deadline:
April 21
Contact:
www.yourturn2apply.com or www.jiffylubeutah.com or Jennifer Scheffner in the
counseling center
ACCENTURE AMERICAN INDIAN SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a member of a U.S. federally recognized American Indian tribe or
Alaska Native group, verified through submission of the AIGC Tribal Eligibility
Certificate form. Applicant must be seeking a degree and career in fields of study
including; various engineering, computer science, operations management, management,
finance, marketing and other business oriented fields starting fall of 2014. Applicant
must demonstrate character, personal merit and commitment to the American Indian
Community locally and/or nationally. Applicant must show leadership in school, civic
and extracurricular activities, academic achievement, and motivation to serve and
succeed.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
April 22
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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2015 STUDENT-VIEW SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior in the U.S. Applicant must log on and complete
and submit a 15-20 minute application survey about colleges in their area. To enter the
contest without completing the application, send a postcard with your name, address, and
e-mail address via registered mail to “2015 Student-View Scholarship” c/o Student
Insights, 136 Justice Dr., Valencia, PA 16059. Contest is limited to one entry per
student. Scholarships will be selected by a random drawing of eligible entrants.
Amount:
One at $4,000.00, two at $1,000.00 and ten at $500.00
Deadline:
April 22
Contact:
www.student-view.com or [email protected] or 724-903-0439
MOUNTAIN AMERICA CREDIT UNION PAUL R. BALL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a member, dependent child or legal ward of a member, of Mountain
America Credit Union. Applicant must be enrolled in or accepted to an accredited twoor four-year college or university for full-time study. Applicant must have a minimum
GPA of 3.0 during the last three grading periods. Scholarship is based on scholastic
abilities, future plans, community service, special skills, essay and financial need.
Applications must include an official transcript, a 2014 1040 Federal Income Tax Return
(first two-pages only), and a confidential student/family financial disclosure statement. A
one-page essay (not more than 500-words) based on the topic listed on the application.
Also, the applicant must include a brief one-page summary telling how they meet the
judging criteria and why they wish to be considered for the scholarship with a description
of future plans, community service projects and special skills. Faxed or e-mailed
applications will not be accepted.
Amount:
$2,000.00
Deadline:
April 24, 2015
Contact:
www.macu.com/aboutus/ or any Mountain America Branch
PERMAPLATE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Available to senior high school students who have been awarded a Ken Garff Keys to
Success key card. Applicant must submit a completed application, a one page personal
statement of how the Ken Garff Keys to Success program has influenced them in driving
their academic performance and a letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor or
administrator. Scholarship recipients must enroll in and attend at least 6 credit hours.
Funds will be paid directly to the school.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
April 25
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
AYN RAND’S NOVEL
Criteria:
The Fountainhead essay contest is designed for junior or senior students. Students write
an essay on a choice of three specified topics after reading The Fountainhead. The essay
must be between 800 and 1,600 words in length.
Amount:
One at $10,000.00, five at $2,000.00, ten at $1,000.00, 45 at $100.00 and 175 at $50.00
Deadline:
April 26, 2015
Contact:
www.aynrand.org/contests or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT L. DEAN REES COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be involved with service activities in the community and within the
school and/or church organizations. Applicant must demonstrate financial need and have
a knowledge of the Junior Achievements mission and must have participated in the Junior
Achievements High School Programs. Consideration will be given to scholastic
excellence inside and outside of the classroom.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
April 30, 2015
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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UTAH CHAPTER OF THE SOCIETY OF CHARTERED PROPERTY CASUALTY
UNDERWRITERS
Criteria:
Available to seniors who will be majoring in business, finance or insurance in the fall of
2015. Applicant must submit one or two letters of reference from employers, teachers,
mentors, etc.; submit the completed application, written answers to four essay questions
and a recent 5x7 photo of themselves. Applicants must also include a list of special
community or school activities in which they have participated and list all honors they
received and include financial information if they wish financial need to be considered
and a current high school transcript.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
April 30
Contact:
http://utah.cpcusociety.org/ or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
DR. TONY SKANCHY COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school and be a current or previous orthodontic patient
of Dr. Tony Skanchy. The scholarship may be used at a Utah public college or
university. Applicant must not have been the recipient of a “full tuition” scholarship
from another source. Students currently enrolled in college are also eligible to apply.
Scholarship finalists will be interviewed.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
April 30
Contact:
www.DrSkanchy.com and click on the Contests & Scholarships tab or Jennifer Scheffner
in the counseling center
ALLIANCE FOR UNITY
Criteria:
The scholarship is designed for seniors who promote the values of respect, civility, and
acceptance expressed in the Alliance’s Mission Statement. Applicant must have a family
income that qualifies for free or reduced lunch in Utah high schools. Applicant must
have a minimum GPA of 2.5, consistent after-school work history, and evidence of good
citizenship.
Amount:
$2,000.00
Deadline:
April 30 (must be received by this date)
Contact:
www.allianceforunity.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
SOAR – SUMMER OF ACADEMIC REFINEMENT ***JUNIORS***
Criteria:
Applicant must be of Native American, Latino/Hispanic, African American, Polynesian,
or Asian American decent. Applicant must be a high school junior during the 2014-2015
school year who is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident or have EAD and have a GPA of
3.2 or higher. Applicant must demonstrate qualities consistent with the University
Statement on Fostering an Enriched Environment. SOAR provides information about
college life at BYU, ACT preparation, admissions and college success information and an
introduction to Multicultural Student Services. The cost includes housing, food,
activities, ACT test and manual, all academic materials, and a SOAR T-shirt. The 2015
session dates are: Session #1 - June 22-June 27, Session #2 - July 6-July 11, Session #3 July 13-July 18.
Amount:
Cost for the program is $350.00. The fee covers residence hall housing, all meals, ACT
test and manual, all academic materials, all activities, and a SOAR T-shirt. Need-based
scholarships are available. If a student receives a tuition scholarship, $300.00 of the
tuition will be covered. The student will be responsible for the remaining tuition cost of
$50.00. If a student receives a travel scholarship, the student will receive $350.00 of
approved travel expenses.
Deadline:
April 30, 2015 by 11:59 p.m.
Contact:
http://multicultural.byu.edu
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JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT WAYNE CEDERHOLM II MEMORIAL
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school who will be enrolled in a college or university
during fall of 2015 and spring of 2016. Applicant must have demonstrated an active role
in student or community government leadership, community service, financial need and
scholastic achievement. Applicant should be knowledgeable about the Junior
Achievement High School program. An essay on one of three topics will be required.
Amount:
$3,000.00
Deadline:
April 30, 2015
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
JUNIOR STATESMAN SUMMER SCHOOL
Criteria:
The program is available to any high school student who will be graduating in 2014 or
later. Student must submit an application form and write a two-part essay part one
describing in 150 words or less describe their extra-curricular activities and volunteer and
work experience. In part two in at least 250 and no more than 750 words tell about a
political issue that they care about. Applicant must also include an official high school
transcript and a letter of recommendation from their school Counselor or an English or
Social Studies Teacher. Acceptance decisions are based on academic achievement,
leadership ability, maturity and interest in politics, history and government. There are
four sessions for 2014 to select from: At Georgetown University - June 14 to July 5 and
July 12 to August 3. At Princeton University - July 6 to July 27. At Stanford UniversityJune 29 to July 20.
Amount:
Cost is $4,850.00 for tuition, housing and meals. Partial scholarships to attend are
available and are based on financial need, academic merit, demonstrated leadership
ability and evidence that the applicant is highly motivated to attend.
Deadline:
Applications will be accepted until all spaces are filled. It is best to apply early.
Contact:
www.jsa.org or call 800-334-5353 (California) or 800-317-9338 (Washington, DC) or
[email protected]
MAY
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER SCHOLARS
Criteria:
Applicant must be at least 16 years of age at the time of application and must have
completed their high school sophomore or junior year and have an academic average of at
least a B+. Applicant should have an ACT or PLAN composite score of at least 25 or a
combined SAT score of at least 1800, or a combined PSAT score of 180.
Amount:
The fee to attend each session is $7,475.00. The fee covers tuition and lab fees, up to 7
units of college credit, housing, meals, most social activities, access to student health
services, and use of all library and athletic complex facilities. Financial aid is available.
Deadline:
May 1 for the June 7-July 11 session A, June 5 for the July 12-August 14 session B
(Application must be received by the deadline)
Contact:
www.ucollege.wustl.edu
WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY DREAM WEBER
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school planning to attend Weber State University in
the fall of 2015. Applicant must have a household income of $40,000.00 or less and
qualify for a pell grant. Applicant must apply for admission to Weber State University,
and complete the FAFSA application by April 1, complete the WSU Financial Aid
Application by May 1, and complete the WSU Scholarship Application by May 1.
Applicant will be automatically considered for the Dream Weber Program when the
WSU financial aid office receives their results directly from FAFSA and processes their
other applications. Recipient must maintain a course load of 12 to 18 credit hours each
semester.
Amount:
Tuition and general fees
Deadline:
May 1
Contact:
www.weber.edu/dreamweber
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SALT LAKE COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS (HONORS AND
GENERAL)
Criteria:
Applicant must be an incoming freshman. Applicant must complete the scholarship
application and include two current letters of recommendation, a high school transcript,
and enclose a separate sheet with one-two paragraph answers to three questions.
Scholarship is based on cumulative GPA, financial need (if desired), letters of
recommendation and answers to the three questions.
Amount:
Tuition and fees based on the number of credit hours the student is registered for.
Deadline:
May 1
Contact:
www.slcc.edu/financialaid/scholarships
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILLIARY AMERICANISM ESSAY CONTEST
Criteria:
The Contest is available to students in grades 3-12. Student will write an essay on the
theme: “What freedom do I enjoy the most?” The essay must be between 450 and 500
words. The cover sheet must be included with the essay.
Amount:
$50.00
Deadline:
May 1
Contact:
www.legion-aux.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
AEMP
Criteria:
Amount:
Deadline:
Contact:
All students with an interest in heavy equipment diesel technology and a GPA of 2.0 and
over are eligible. The applicant must be motivated, responsible and have a strong
capacity for achievement. Applicant must plan to attend a college or vocational-technical
program that offers a diesel technology program. All required information must be
submitted by the deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
$500.00 per semester for up to four semesters
May 1
www.aemp.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
EASTERN ORTHODOX SCOUTING SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be registered and active in Boy Scouting of Girl Scouting and must have
earned the Eagle Scout Award (Boy Scouts) or the Gold Award (Girl Scouts). Applicant
must be active in an Eastern Orthodox Church and must have earned the Alpha Omega
religious emblem. One scholarship is reserved for applicants of Russian descent.
Amount:
$500.00 to $1,000.00
Deadline:
May 1
Contact:
www.eocs.org or www.nesa.org
THE ALBERTA HENRY EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Criteria:
Applicant must be a permanent Utah resident with plans to attend a college or university
full time in the fall of 2015. Applicant must have two letters of recommendation and a
one-page statement identifying their educational goals and achievements. Financial need
must be verified. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Amount:
$1,000.00 to $2,000.00
Deadline:
May 1
Contact:
www.Albertahenry.org
SOCIETY OF ACTUARIES ACTURIAL DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a qualified minority (African American, Hispanic, or Native North
American, Pacific Islander). Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or a U.S. permanent
resident with a minimum 3.0 GPA and an ACT math score of at least 28 or an SAT math
score of 600. Applicant must attend a U.S. accredited institution for the 2015-2016
school year intending to pursue a career in the actuarial profession.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
May 1, 2015
Contact:
www.actuarialfoundation.org or [email protected]
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Hi-GEAR GIRLS IN ENGINEERING SUMMER CAMP – JUNE 22-26
Criteria:
This Engineering Summer Camp is available to Female students currently in 9th-12th
grade. Applicant should enjoy math and science to participate. Applicant must fill out
the application and provide a personal statement and a teacher/advisor recommendation.
24-26 students will be selected to participate.
Amount:
The cost to participate as a day camper is $95.00. This includes lunch each day. The
cost for the Residential Camper is $205.00. This includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and
lodging for each say. Scholarships are awarded based on financial need.
Deadline:
April 6, 2015 is the priority deadline May 4 is the final deadline
Contact:
www.coe.utah.edu/summer_programs
WOLF / MERITUS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school. Applicant must provide a statement of
personal goals have demonstrated community involvement showing commitment to the
goals of University Neighborhood Partners. Preference will be given to current or past
residents of the Westside communities of Salt Lake City.
Amount:
Up to $3,000.00
Deadline:
May 8, 2015 by 5:00 p.m. (Must be received by this date)
Contact:
www.diversity.utah.edu/scholarships
HUNTSMAN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AT USU - HUNTSMAN SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be a graduating senior entering college at Utah State University full-time
in the fall of 2015. Applicant must be accepted into the Huntsman School of Business, or
be in the application process. Applicant must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.6
and an ACT score of 25 or higher or an SAT score of 1250 or higher. The completed
application, photo, letters of recommendation, and required transcripts must be
successfully submitted electronically and received by the deadline to be considered.
Amount:
$1,000.00 stipend (renewable each semester that program eligibility is maintained)
Deadline:
May 8
Contact:
http://apply.usu.edu/huntsman-scholars/
SUSAN M. HAMOS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicants must be graduating Females with high academic potential, have a financial
need, and a sincere desire to complete a college curriculum. Applicants must have a
career advisor recommendation and must write an essay of approximately 350 words on
the topic “Why I Plan to Go to College”.
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
May 8
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
WELLS FARGO COLLEGE STEPS
Criteria:
Students must complete the sweepstakes form or sign up online to enter. Drawings will
be held for each of six regions. Entrants might receive information in the mail about
college planning and financial literacy. The program starts on August 14, 2014 at 12:00
a.m. Central Time and goes until August 13, 2015 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.
Amount:
$1,000.00 per drawing (There will be twenty winners in total)
Deadline:
Drawings will be held on or after November 21 2014, February 13, 2015, May 15, 2015,
and August 28, 2015.
Contact:
www.wellsfargo.com/collegesteps or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
MCO SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be attending a college or university full-time in the fall of 2015.
Applicant must submit an answer to an essay question by the deadline.
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
May 15, 2015 by 11:59 p.m. EST
Contact:
www.studentscholarships.org/available_scholarships_2015.php
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DUCT TAPE “STUCK AT PROM” COMPETITION
Criteria:
The Duct tape stuck at prom contest participants must enter as a couple (two individuals).
Each couple must attend a high school dance or prom held in the spring of 2015 wearing
complete attire or accessories made from duct tape. Entrants must submit one color
photograph of the couple together in prom attire. There are more instructions found on
the website. Pictures of prior winner and entries can also be found on the website. All
entrants must sign a release form.
Amount:
1st place winning couple wins $5,000.00 for each individual member plus the entrant’s
high school, 2nd place couple wins $3,000.00 for each individual member, and 3rd place
couple wins $2,000.00 for each individual. Runners up in the top ten each win $500.00.
In addition to the top ten winners, six honorable mention winners will be given for “Best
Purse”, “Best Corsage”, “Best Shoes”, “Best tie”, “Best Jewelry”, and “Best Prop”.
Deadline:
Contest ends June 1, 2015
Contact:
www.ducktapeclub.com/contests or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center. This
should be great fun; surely someone at Alta should try for this one.
CARETENDERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must attend an accredited university, college, trade or technical school in the
fall of 2015. Applicant must fill out the application and write an essay of less than 1000
words that answers the following questions: “What age do you plan to retire?” “How
much money do you think you will need to have saved prior to retiring?” “What are some
of the key decisions you will make in your life to ensure can retire at the age you want?”,
“What are some of the biggest mistakes people make that hinder their ability to live
comfortably in retirement?”
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
May 31, 2015
Contact:
www.kelownaretirementhomes.ca/
U.S. BANK INTERNET SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior who is a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident alien
to apply. Applicant must be planning to attend an eligible four-year college or university
full time starting fall of 2014. Scholarship award recipients are chosen through a random
drawing.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
Online applications will be accepted from January 14 to May 31, 2015.
Contact:
www.usbank.com/studentbanking or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
LM SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria:
Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and must attend a post-secondary school by
September of 2015. Applicant must fill out an application and write an essay about a
situation they have been involved in, or someone they know who has been involved in,
where better safety procedures would have prevented an injury. The essay needs to
explain in detail what safety procedures they believe should have been in place to prevent
the injury and how they would have prevented the injury. The essay should NOT write
specific names of people, businesses, or places. An essay that contains information about
any specific business or people associated with the business will be disqualified.
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
May 31, 2015
Contact:
www.forklifttrainingsaskatoon.com
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JUNE
DEVRY UNIVERSITY SUCCESS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must graduate in 2014 and have a minimum 2.5 GPA. For the Herman DeVry
scholarship all applicants must submit an application for admission and attend one of
DeVry’s full-time degree programs within one year of high school graduation. Minimum
22 ACT score or a minimum SAT combined math and critical reading score of 950.
Amount:
$2,000.00 per semester (valued up to $18,000.00)
Deadline:
May 1
Contact:
www.devry.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
AMERICAN LEGION SAMSUNG SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
The Samsung scholarship is open to high school juniors who participate in and complete
either an American Legion Boys State or American Legion Auxiliary Girls State
Program. Applicant must be a direct descendant, i.e. child, grandchild, great grandchild,
etc. or a legally adopted child, of a U.S. wartime veteran who served on active duty
during one or more of the periods of war officially designated as eligibility dates for
membership in the American Legion by the United States government. The scholarship
application must be typed or written on a word processor or completed online at
www.legion.org. To be considered for the scholarship, all questions on the application
must be answered. Only submit the required application and documents.
Amount:
$1,000.00-$20,000.00
Deadline:
Normally the application is submitted to program staff upon arrival at your respective
Boys/Girls State program.
Contact:
www.legion.org or www.legion-aux.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
180 MEDICAL
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior under a physician’s care for spina bifida, a spinal
cord injury, or transverse myelitis. Applicant must be accepted to a two- or four-year
college for fall of 2015 and must register for a minimum of 12 credit hours.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
June 1
Contact:
www.180medical.com/scholarships
JACK AND JILL OF AMERICA FOUNDATION
Criteria:
Scholarship is available to African -American youth who are high school seniors who
will be full-time students at an accredited, four-year post secondary institution beginning
in the fall of 2015. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and must have at least 60
hours of community service at the time the application is submitted.
Amount:
up to $2,500.00
Deadline:
June 1
Contact:
www.jackandjillfoundation.org/scholarships
ODENZA VACATIONS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be between the ages of 17 and 24 on September 1, 2015 and have a GPA
of 2.5 or higher and be a U.S. citizen. Applicant must submit answers to the essay
questions found on the application page.
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
June 1, 2015
Contact:
www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php
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PEPSI GENERATION EXCELLENCE CASH AWARD
Criteria:
Applicant must be admitted as a matriculated student at SLCC with a minimum of 12
credit hours, or enrolled in a full program with the Skills Center. Applicant must have
completed a minimum of 12 credit hours at SLCC with a minimum 2.0 GPA, be a U.S.
citizen, and submit two recommendation forms.
Amount:
$300.00 to $500.00
Deadline:
June 1 for fall semester, November 15 for spring semester, April 15 for summer term
Contact:
www.slcc.edu or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
ODENZA VACATIONS COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be between the ages of 17 and 24 on September 1, 2015 and have a
minimum 2.5 GPA. Applicant must answer the essay question found on the application
page.
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
June 1, 2015
Contact:
www.odenzavacationsscholarships.com
GOT A SPINE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school who will be attending a college or a university
full time by October 2015. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen and must have a minimum
2.5 GPA.
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
June 2, 2015
Contact:
www.studentscholarships.org/2015_college_scholarships.php
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER SCHOLARS
Criteria:
Applicant must be at least 15 years of age by the time of the session and must be a high
school sophomore or junior and have an academic average of at least a B+. Applicant
should have an ACT or PLAN composite score of at least 25 or a combined SAT score of
at least 1800, or a combined PSAT score of 180.
Amount:
The fee to attend each session is $7,475.00. The fee covers tuition and lab fees, up to 7
units of college credit, housing, meals, most social activities, access to student health
services, and use of all library and athletic complex facilities. Financial aid is available.
Deadline:
May 2 for the June 7-July 11 session A, June 7 for the July 12-August 14 session B
(Application must be received by the deadline)
Contact:
www.ucollege.wustl.edu
ABBOTT & FENNER BUSINESS CONSULTANTS
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school junior or senior and must submit an essay on the 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, why
you selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals.” The essay
should be between 500 and 1000 words. All submissions must be sent by e-mail to
[email protected].
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
June 15, 2015
Contact:
www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarshipawards.htm
GLOBAL LIFT EQUIPMENT SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a senior in high school planning to attend a post-secondary institution
no latter than fall of 2015. Applicant must submit a short story following the instructions
found on the application page. Applicant must have a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Amount:
$500.00
Deadline:
June 15, 2015
Contact:
www.usedforkliftsutah.com
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LIFT PARTS EXPRESS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school senior who is a resident of the United States and has a
minimum GPA of 3.0. Applicant must enroll in a post-secondary institution by fall of
2015 and write an essay on the topic listed on the web page.
Amount:
$1,000.00
Deadline:
June 30, 2015
Contact:
www.forkliftpartswashington.com
ALICE MADDEN BARTON COSMETOLOGY SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM – GREAT
CLIPS
Criteria:
Scholarships are available for current students, high students and those pursuing a career
in cosmetology or barbering. Applicant must fill out the application and answer a few
questions and attach a couple of paragraphs describing why cosmetology interests you.
Amount:
Varies based on financial need
Deadline:
June 30 and December 31
Contact:
www.greatclips.com
JULY
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MINING ENGINEER SCHOLARSHIP (WILLIAM C. BROWNING)
Criteria:
Applicant must have an aptitude in science and mathematics, be able to apply theory and
technical skills, and develop good judgment in practical solutions in engineering.
Amount:
$4,000.00 per year (renewable for up to four years with qualifying GPA)
Deadline:
July 1
Contact:
www.mines.utah.edu or 801-581-7198
BARBARA MANDIGO KELLY PEACE POETRY AWARD
Criteria:
Poems must be original, unpublished, and in English. Open to people worldwide.
Amount:
Adults - $1,000.00 Youth 13 to 18 - $200.00 Youth 12 & under - $200.00 (For adults
there is a fee of $15.00 for up to three poems. There is a fee of $5.00 for students
between the ages of 13-18 years old for up to three poems. No fee for youth age 12 and
under)
Deadline:
July 1, 2015
Contact:
http://www.peacecontests.org
DIXIE STATE UNIVERSITY HOUSING SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a full-time student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicant must have
demonstrated leadership abilities through community service, employment and/or student
organizations. Applicant must write an essay between 500-1000 words on “In the year
2050, a movie is made of your life. Please tell us the name of your movie and briefly
summarize the story line.” Two letters of recommendation must also be submitted with
the application.
Amount:
$2,878.00 (Housing for the 2014-2015 academic year)
Deadline:
July 1, 2014
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
PASTOR FRANCE A. DAVIS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and be eligible to attend, or be enrolled in,
college for fall of 2015. Applicant must show demonstrated financial need and provide
three letters of recommendation. An autobiography describing academic and
professional goals and how these goals will contribute to the advancement of the African
American community must be included with the application.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
April 17
Contact:
www.diversity.utah.edu
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ZION’S PAYS FOR A’S COMMUNITY DRAWING
Criteria:
Student needs to take their report card to any Zion’s Bank. The bank will deposit $1.00
per “A” into the student’s Zion’s Bank savings account. If the student doesn’t have a
savings account, the student will be paid .50 per “A”. For each “A” the student will be
entered into a drawing for a scholarship savings account. There will be four separate
prize drawings. The October drawing will be a grand prize drawing for $1,000.00. “A-“
grades are not eligible.
Amount:
Up to $1,000.00
Deadline:
Drawings will be held November 7, 2014, January 26, 2015 April 3, 2015 and July 10,
2015.
Contact:
www.zionsbank.com/in-our-community/pays-for-as.jsp
AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Applicant must be a high school graduate and be on a 2013 roster (American Legion
National Baseball Form #1) that has been filed with National Headquarters, Be part of a
team affiliated with an American Legion Post, and have three letters of testimony
attached to application. 1) American Legion Coach or Team Manager, 2) American
Legion Post Commander or Adjutant, 3) Community leader, School official, or Minister.
Amount:
Unspecified
Deadline:
July 15
Contact:
www.baseball.legion.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
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SCHOLARSHIP GUIDE
WHERE SHOULD I LOOK?
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Search online
Check Scholarship Page on college website
Attend Alta’s Scholarship night
Search the community for organizations offering
scholarships
WHAT CAN I DO TO PREPARE?
Take the ACT or SAT in October.
Start now to prepare a list of all activities and awards.
It is not too late to get involved.
Make the most of your last year in high school. Savor
every moment.
Don’t “dummy down” your schedule so you can
“relax” your senior year; use this time as a springboard
for better opportunities.
Don’t get in the habit of cutting classes or being tardy.
Your senior year isn’t a time to slack off your academic
studies.
Explore colleges to see which school might be right for
you.
Take time throughout this year to think about your
" Interests
" Strengths and weaknesses
" Accomplishments
" Goals
Don’t miss scholarship deadlines.
Prepare family financial information.
SCHOLARSHIP TIPS
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Be brief-sell yourself in your
application.
Request the materials early so you
have time to prepare a strong
packet.
Clearly state when you need the
letter of recommendation sent or
returned to you. Give the person
writing you a letter of
recommendation plenty of time to
write the letter. One day is not
considered plenty of time. Give
the writer at least one week.
Provide your address and other
contact information.
If you are awarded a scholarship,
be sure to thank the provider.
Win or not, thank the person
writing your letter of
recommendation.
HOW SHOULD I PREPARE THE ESSAY?
Make an outline. Pick one main theme based on the essay question and outline a few ideas that
Support your theme.
Show, don’t tell. Use specifics, not generalizations. Help the reader visualize what you are trying
to say.
Check spelling and grammar. Have someone proof read your essay and provide feedback.
FREE SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITES
***FASTWEB www.fastweb.com
***UTAH SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION www.utahsbr.edu or
www.HigherEdUtah.org
www.utahmajors.org
www.collegeboard.org
www.studentaid.ed.gov
www.UtahFutures.org
***FAFSA (Federal Student Aid) A FAFSA application is available to all students. Aid includes workstudy, grants and low interest loans. Apply after January at www.FAFSA.Ed.Gov.
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***UTAH MENTOR www.utahmentor.org - This website is designed to access free tutoring for the ACT
and SAT exams, make informed decisions for college and a career, compare Utah’s public and private
institutions online, simplify the application process by applying online, and find the best way to pay for
college.
***CAREER PLANNING - Parents and students can now access the choices career planning website
from home at www.bridges.com. This program allows you to search Post Secondary Schools, Online
College Applications, Occupation/Job Search and Assessment.
EVERY COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY IN THE WORLD
www.universities.com
EXCELLENT WEBSITE FOR STANDARDIZED TESTING HINTS
www.wiredscholar.com
AVOID SCHOLARSHIP SCAMS
www.ftc.gov/scholarshipscams
FIND STUDENT HOUSING IN UTAH
www.UtahCollegehousing.com
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
SOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITY RED RIOT OVERNIGHTS
Criteria:
Southern Utah University Overnight allows high school students to experience life at
SUU. Students arrive on the Southern Utah University campus where they will be paired
with an SUU student. Participants will attend a class, eat with students, stay overnight
and attend an SUU activity. Dates are November 14-15, 2014, November 21-22, 2014,
January 16-17, 2015 and February 6-7, 2015, March 20-21, and April 17-18, 2015.
Apply on-line. Parents may participate in a customized parent information session and
take a campus tour on Friday of the Overnight visit. Parent lodging is unavailable in
student housing. Discounts for local lodging can be found at Parent Services.
Cost:
$20.00 (includes food, lodging and a SUU shirt)
Deadline:
48 hours prior to the event date or until full
Contact:
www.suu.edu/you or e-mail [email protected] or call the School Relations Office at (435)
586-7741
**SOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITY BUILD YOUR OWN CAMPUS TOUR
There are many options for personalizing a campus tour. Student should plan on an
initial 75-minute tour, which includes a 15-minute general presentation on SUU. All
campus tours will begin at 10:45 a.m. or 1:45 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Tours are not
given on weekends or holidays.
Deadline:
72 hours in advance
Contact:
www.suu.edu/prostu/tour-main.asp or 435-586-7741
ACT or SAT TESTING
Most scholarships require ACT or SAT scores. If you haven’t taken the ACT or SAT, or you
want to retake either test, do so ASAP. December will be the last testing date to qualify for many
scholarships. Sign up at www.actstudent.org. The deadline to register for the June 13, 2015 test is
May 8, 2015. The high school code for Alta is 450-402. For information on taking the SAT, log
on to www.collegeboard.com.
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ACT PREPARATION CLASSES – OFFERED THROUGH THE UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
The University of Utah offers ACT PREP COURSES through the department of Continuing
Education. The classes will be taught at Alta High School two times per year. The fee for these
courses is $199.00. The fee includes all materials including a full-scale practice test. Information
on these courses can be found at the website www.youth.utah.edu or by calling 801-581-6984.
Class size is limited. Please see the flyer in the counseling center or in the main office. The ACT
classes will be taught at Alta High School. The classes are taught from 5:30-8:00 p.m.
NOTICE TO STUDENTS WHO ARE IN NEED OF MAKING UP DEFICIT CREDIT
Alta Packets
Alta High School has a make-up packet program for students who have failed a class and
need to make-up deficient credit. Classes are offered in the following areas: Biology,
Earth Science, Health, Computer Technology, English 9,10,11,12, Financial Literacy,
Study Skills (as an elective credit), Self-Esteem (as an elective credit), U.S. History, U.S.
Government & Citizenship, Geography, World Civilization, and Geometry. The cost is
$35.00 per quarter credit. Contact your counselor for more information. There are no fee
waivers for make-up packets. Make-up packets will not count toward NCAA approved
courses.
GradPoint
GradPoint is an online program. Most GradPoint classes are offered in two semesters.
The classes offered are English 9,10,11,12, Secondary Math 1, Secondary Math 2,
Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus, Computer Tech, Health, Earth Science,
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, World Civilizations, U.S. History, U.S. Government &
Citizenship, Geography, Lifetime Fitness, Financial Literacy, and electives. The cost is
$35.00 per quarter credit. There are no fee waivers for GradPoint classes. The GradPoint
online program is available in the Media Center Monday-Thursday from 2:30-4:00 p.m.
GradPoint classes will not count toward NCAA approved courses.
Electronic High School (no charge, rigorous) http://ehs.uen.org or call 801-538-7564
Canyons Virtual High School http://cvhs.canyonsdistrict.org/
BYU Packets
BYU has an independent study program for students who need to make up deficient
credits. There are three types of courses, Self-Guided Courses, Best Value Courses, and
Teacher-Led Courses. The cost starts at $140 per 0.5 (half) credit; $92 per 0.25 (quarter)
credit. The Teacher-Led Courses cost starts at $243 per 0.5 (half) credit. There are some
high school Best Value Courses that the cost starts at $50 per 0.5 (half) credit. For more
information see your counselor or go online at www.elearn.byu.edu or call at 1-800-9148931. The high school ACT code is 450-402
MILITARY INFORMATION
Are you interested in Military service and a career in the Military? For information on U.S.
Military services; Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and National Guard, go to
the website www.usmilitary.com.
Are you curious to know about U.S. Air Force Scholarships, jobs, careers, benefits and training?
www.airforce.com. Students interested in attending the Air Force Academy call 435-655-7172
Does Navy sound like a great career opportunity for you? Call 1-800-USA NAVY
CAREER INFORMATION
Are you interested in pursuing a career in veterinary medicine? For information on this career and other
career and university information, please log on to the University of Utah website at
www.sa.utah.edu/advise
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SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH HIGH SCHOOL UNIVERSITY PROGRAM
Criteria:
The University of Utah allows high school students the opportunity to take college level
courses while still in high school. Seniors with a 3.2 GPA can enroll. Juniors must have
a 3.5 GPA and sophomores must have at least a 3.7 GPA to enroll. Students must submit
all three sections of the HSUP application and a high school transcript with the
application fee. Credits earned in the High School University Program can be applied to
the New Century Scholarship.
Amount:
$45.00 application fee to apply. Students will receive a discount on tuition.
Deadline:
December 1 for spring semester, April 1 for summer semester, August 1 for fall semester
Contact:
www.utah.edu/newstudents/hsup.htm - University of Utah Student Recruitment
Department
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAMS
Criteria:
Programs are available to high school students. The criteria will vary depending on the
program students wish to attend. Some of the programs offer college credit.
Amount:
Varies, some programs are free
Contact:
www.ahec.utah.edu/youth_programs or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
HOPE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
This is a tax credit, not a scholarship. Tax credits are subtracted from the taxes your
family owes.
Amount:
Parents may claim a tax credit up to $1,500.00 for each eligible dependent for up to two
tax years.
Contact:
www.nasfaa.org or call 202-785-0453
CAMP RISING SUN
Criteria:
This is a unique summer program for young men and women ages 5-17 who have been
diagnosed with cancer. Returning Senior Campers ages 16-17 can apply to be part of the
“Leader in Training” program. Each year over 100 boys and girls from all over the world
learn lifelong skills. Mini Camp weekend is March 21 & 22, 2015. Camp week is
August 23-28, 2015.
Amount:
Full tuition to camp
Deadline:
Please check the website in January
Contact:
www.camprisingsun.com or [email protected] or call 801-943-0438 or call
Camp Rising Sun @ 203-379-4762
WESTERN UNDERGRADUATE EXCHANGE
Criteria:
The Western Undergraduate Exchange is a program through which students in 15
participating states may in enroll in designated two-year and four-year institutions.
Students accepted into the program will pay the amount of in-state tuition plus fiftypercent. Students do not need to demonstrate financial need to receive the WUE tuition
benefit. Participating in the WUE program in 2014-2015 are Alaska, Arizona, California,
Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South
Dakota, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. There are limited spaces in some of the more
competitive schools, so apply early for this scholarship. It’s an out of state experience at
a reduced rate.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
There is limited space at each institution, so make sure you apply ASAP.
Contact:
www.wiche.edu
STUDENTS OF COLOR
Criteria:
Several college graduates have created a free website that lists scholarships for students.
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center for more information on this website.
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THE AMERICAN LEGION – NEED A LIFT?
The American Legion has scholarship and financial aid information at your fingertips!
For more information go to www.legion.org/needalift.
CONGRESS-BUNDESTAG VOCATIONAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM
Criteria:
This program provides an opportunity for U.S. high school graduates who will complete
U.S. School studies in January or June prior to departure and who desire to spend a 13th
year abroad experiencing a foreign exchange experience. This is a “Young Adult”
program that seeks to enroll students who have demonstrated maturity and responsibility.
Applicants must be at least 18 and no more than 19 years of age by July 1. Must be a
U.S. citizen and have a 3.0 GPA.
Amount:
Two months of intensive German language preparation plus it will cost the student
between $300.00-$500.00 spending money per month.
Deadline:
January 31, but it isn’t too soon to begin working on this scholarship
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center
THE AMERICAN LEGION AUXILLARY GIRLS STATE
Criteria:
Applicant must be a junior in high school. The members of the American Legion
Auxiliary handle the Girls State selection process and after the girls are selected they are
treated to an intensive week of study working together as self-governing citizens on the
campus of Weber State University. The 2015 Girls’ State session will be held from June
1st - 6th. Girls attending Girls’ State will receive three credits of Elective Political Science
2920 Civic Engagement credits from Weber State University and will be eligible for
numerous scholarships.
Amount:
The cost of the program is approximately $400.00. There is also a $75.00 transportation
fee if necessary.
Deadline:
Thursday, February 5, 2015
Contact:
www.boysandgirlsstate.org or http://www.utlegion.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the
counseling center for an application
THE AMERICAN LEGION UTAH BOYS STATE
Criteria:
The American Legion Utah Boys State program for 2015 is scheduled for June 8th - 12th
at Weber State University in Ogden. Applicant must be a junior in High School with
plans to attend high school their senior year. The Samsung American Legion Scholarship
is available to boys attending Boys State who are interested and eligible.
Amount:
Cost is $450.00 and includes three semester hours of 2920 political sciences credit.
Deadline:
Friday, March 20, 2015
Contact:
www.boysandgirlsstate.org or Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center for an
application
VENTURES SCHOLARS PROGRAM
This program offers a variety of services and opportunities and is designed to promote access to
higher education for young adults interested in pursuing math- and science-based careers. To be
nominated to the Ventures Scholars Program a student needs to have a 3.0 GPA or higher and
have expressed an interest in a math-or science-based career. Students must be a member of an
underrepresented group (African American/Black, American Indian/Native American, and
Hispanic/Latino/a) or be a first-generation college-bound student. A first-generation collegebound student is a student whose parents/guardians didn’t have any education beyond high school.
Race and ethnicity are not factors. Nominees must meet one of the following requirements:
PSAT – score a minimum of 50 on the math and verbal sections. SAT – score a minimum of 550
on the math and verbal sections. PLAN – score a minimum of 18 on the math, science, English,
and reading sections. ACT – score a minimum of 19 on the math, science, English, and reading
sections. More information can be found at www.venturescholar.org/hs.
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NATIONAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP FORUM ON MEDICINE
Criteria:
This forum is for students in the 9th to 12th grades who are interested in learning more
about a career in medicine. Students must have shown academic excellence and
leadership potential at the highest level. Qualified students must have a nomination to be
considered for this program.
Amount:
Not available. There is a scholarship fund to assist nominees who wish to participate.
This scholarship is based on financial need, scholastic merit, leadership achievements and
other factors. The scholarship application and the student fundraising guide can be found
at www.nylf.org/MED/tuition.cfm. College credit from George Mason University may
be earned by attending the full session.
Deadline:
Varies
Contact:
Jennifer Scheffner in the counseling center if you are interested in being nominated for
this forum.
HARVARD UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCEMENT
Harvard University recently announced that from now on undergraduate students from lowincome families could go to Harvard for free…. No tuition and no student loans! To find out more
about Harvard offering free tuition for families making less than $60,000.00 a year, visit financial
aid website at: http://fao.fas.harvard.edu or call the school’s financial aid office at 617-495-1581.
INCLUSION CENTER PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH AGES 15-18
Youth Programs provided by the Inclusion Center bring together diverse groups of youth from
different places to engage in dialogues and activities that empower them to speak for themselves
and become strong leaders in their communities and have a great time with peers. The six-day
camp includes workshops, interactive activities, culture night and many additional experiences.
Anytown offers the building bocks for young and old to deeply examine our society and discover
how we can make it better. The inclusion Center provides day workshops, to residential retreats,
and even year-long internships. The inclusion center is located on the University of Utah Campus,
in the Equity Office directly behind the Peterson Heritage Center. For information please call
801-587-0823 Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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