Captain Shreve High School
Home of the Gators!
6115 E. Kings Highway
Shreveport, LA 71105
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The Captain Shreve Alumni Association offers a scholarship for a graduating
senior. Each applicant is required to submit a 250-500 word essay on the topic
of how he/she plans to attend based on educational needs. See Ms Day for an
application, and remember that the due date is April 10, 2010.
LSU’s Summer Architecture Career Discovery Workshop will be held on June 6th
thru the 12th. To register, go to www.outreach.lsu.edu/precollege.
Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding has established a scholarship program to support
high school students planning to attend a community college, or a
vocational-technical school. The recipient will receive $1000-1500 to help with
tuition to a state vo-tech school. The deadline for applying is April 16, 2010.
Louisiana TOPS eligibility can mean $3500.00 worth of scholarship funds to
Oglethorpe University in Atlanta, GA. See Ms. Day for more information.
The Lou-Ark Section of the Society of Petroleum Engineers is offering a
scholarship for a student interested in pursuing a degree in the field of
petroleum engineering. Ms Day has an application form, and you must send it in
by May 31, 2010 to be considered.
The Grambling University Alumni Association (GUNAA) is pleased to offer
scholarships to Caddo Parish students interested in attending GSU this fall. The
scholarships range from $500.00 to the coveted $1500.00 Eddie Robinson
Scholarship. See Ms Day for an application and be sure to get it in by April 1,
2010.
EnCana Oil & Gas Inc. is looking for a few good students to receive their $10,000 scholarship. Only one student per school will be selected and the applicant must have an interest in engineering, geology, oil and gas process technology, or land administration. The completed application must be received by April 15, 2010.
Tulane’s School of Architecture is offering a summer program from June 14 July
2. Your days will be filled with lectures, field trips, discussions and other
activities during the four hour daily class session. Contact Wendy Sack at
wdsack@tulane.edu or 504-865-5389.
The Louisiana Foster and Adoptive Parents Association Scholarship Program is
offering two $1000.00 scholarships for foster/adopted youth in the Shreveport
area. See Ms. Day for an application form. Complete information can be found at
www.lfapainc.org.
The Ark-La-Tex AFCEA Chapter is offering scholarships for students planning a career in electronics, engineering, communications or computer science. The awards are for tuition, fees, and books. The deadline for applying is February 26th. See Ms. Day for more information.
The Bessie Clements and Sara Metcalf scholarships are awarded to a Z Club
member based on the basis of academic achievement and financial need. The
applicant must have a 3.0 GPA. You can apply beginning 2/1/2010 thru 3/31/2010.
The Horatio Alger Association provides financial assistance to students
throughout the nation who have financial need and have exhibited integrity and
perseverance in overcoming personal adversity. Students may begin applying on
January 15 April 15, 2010. Go to HoratioAlger@act.org for more information.
East Texas Baptist University in Marshall, Texas is offering several Preview
Days for you to visit the campus. Tiger Day is on March 6, 2010, Shadow Day will
be held on December 3rd and 4th 2009 and February 11th and 12th, 2010.
Individual campus visits are also available every Monday-Friday from
8:30am-4:00pm.
Louisiana TOPS eligibility can mean $3500.00 worth of scholarship funds to
Oglethorpe University in Atlanta, GA. See Ms. Day for more information.
The Ark-La-Tex AFCEA Chapter is offering scholarships for students
planning a career in electronics, engineering, communications or computer
science. The awards are for tuition, fees, and books. The deadline for applying
is February 26th. See Ms. Day for more information.
The Kids’ Chance Scholarship Program is sponsored by the Louisiana Bar
Foundation for the dependent children of a worker killed or permanently disabled
in an accident that is compensable under the federal Worker’s Compensation Act.
The award may range from $500 $3000. See Ms Day for more details regarding this
opportunity.
The Memphis College of Art will have two workshops and a fair. March 27th is the
date for the weekend workshops and The NACAC College Fair will be held on March
24, 2010.
LSU’s Summer Architecture Career Discovery Workshop will be held on June 6th
thru the 12th. To register, go to www.outreach.lsu.edu/precollege.
The ULM Foundation Scholarship application period opened on January 18th and will close on February 26th at noon. Go to www.ulm.edu/scholarships for more information.
LSU Shreveport’s Animation and Visual Effects Program is offering a 3D
Modeling Workshop Saturday, February 20th 10am-Noon for only $10.00. It is open
for all ages. If interested please contact Jessica Brown at 795-2480 or
www.lsus.edu/avei
Millsaps College has Open Door Days on March 8, 2010. Students are invited to
spend the night and parents can also attend a special session about scholarships
and financial aid.
A "Saturday Tour" at LSU is waiting for you on March 20, 2010. The tour includes
an Admissions and Financial Aid session, a walking tour of the campus and a
residential life tour. Call 225 578 6908 or go to tours@lsu.edu to make a
reservation.
If you are interested in attending a SummerStudy Program offered at Penn State,
the University of Colorado at Boulder, the University of Vermont, or The
Sorbonne in Paris, France please see Ms Day for more information.
The 27th of February is Spring Scholars’ Day at NSU and don’t forget that March
1st is the second priority scholarship deadline. It is the last opportunity for
students to apply for scholarship packages.
The Gates Millennium Scholars Program offers scholarship opportunities for
students who come from first generation and /or low income family backgrounds.
Go to contactus@gmsp.org for more information.
Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond. LA is offering an opportunity for
a $500.00 scholarship for a student that exhibits strong leadership qualities
and a gpa of 2.5. If you feel you qualify for this award, then see Ms. Day for
an application form. The deadline for submitting an application is March 5,
2010.
The Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program offers a $1500/year award for
incoming freshmen. To qualify, you must have a GPA of 3.5 and an ACT of 23. The
deadline to apply is March 5, 2010.
The “Call me Mister” Program offers young African-American men the opportunity
to receive a free college education from one of several Black Colleges if you
have an interest in becoming a teacher. See Ms. Day for more information.
Sigma Phi Epsilon is offering its Balanced Man Scholarship. To apply, you must
fill out the application form available from Ms Day and send it in by February
26, 2010. To qualify you must be planning to attend LSU in the Fall of 2010.
Louisiana Week is an opportunity for juniors and sophomores to spend a day on
Tulane’s campus. The program will take place during the week of February 8 12th.
You may register by calling the Admission office at 800.873.WAVE or register
online at http://tinyurl.com/TULouisianaWeek.
Xavier University in New Orleans is proud of its reputation for developing young
men and women for fruitful lives and rewarding careers. If you are interested in
more information regarding Xavier, go to www,xuka.edu/admissions. The deadline
to receive priorty for admission consideration is March 1, 2010.
East Texas Baptist University in Marshall, Texas is offering several Preview
Days for you to visit the campus. Tiger Day is on March 6, 2010, Shadow Day will
be held on December 3rd and 4th 2009 and February 11th and 12th, 2010.
Individual campus visits are also available every Monday-Friday from
8:30am-4:00pm.
The Horatio Alger Association provides financial assistance to students
throughout the nation who have financial need and have exhibited integrity and
perseverance in overcoming personal adversity. Students may begin applying on
January 15 April 15, 2010. Go to HoratioAlger@act.
The 27th of February is Spring Scholars’ Day at NSU and don’t forget that March
1st is the second priority scholarship deadline. It is the last opportunity for
students to apply for scholarship packages.
Sports Day at Millsaps is February 13, 2010. Students will hear from the Dean of
Enrollment Management and Athletic Director. Learn what it means to be scholar
athlete at Millsaps.
Best Buy Is offering 1000 $1000.00 scholarships!! Go to online www.bestbuy.com/scholarships
to apply. This opportunity ends on February 15, 2010.
Scholar’s Day dates at Northwestern’s Louisiana Scholars’ College are: Session 2
February 27, 2010.
The Gates Millennium Scholars Program offers scholarship opportunities for students who come from first generation and /or low income family backgrounds. Go to contactus@gmsp.org for more information.
Xavier University in New Orleans is proud of its reputation for developing young
men and women for fruitful lives and rewarding careers. If you are interested in
more information regarding Xavier, go to www,xuka.edu/admissions. The deadline
to receive priorty for admission consideration is March 1, 2010.
East Texas Baptist University in Marshall, Texas is offering several Preview
Days for you to visit the campus. Tiger Day is on March 6, 2010, Shadow Day will
be held on December 3rd and 4th 2009 and February 11th and 12th, 2010.
Individual campus visits are also available every Monday-Friday from
8:30am-4:00pm.
Bates College in Lewiston, ME, was the first co educational college in New
England. Bates is committed to a high quality education accessible and
affordable to all admitted students, regardless of financial circumstances. For
more information, go to www.finaid@bates.edu.
KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program offers $5000 per year for tuition, fees, books, and room and board. Go to www.kfcscholars.org to complete your application online. Application available on line from December 1, 2009- February 10, 2010.
The Louisiana Foster and Adoptive Parents Association has (3) $1000.00 scholarships for foster/adoptive youth in the Shreveport/Monroe area. Completer information on the scholarships may be found at www.lfapinc.org.
The University of Dayton is offering a $10,000 Leadership in Service Scholarship. You must have enrolled at Dayton to qualify for this opportunity. If you are interested in applying to Dayton, see Ms. Day for more details.
Mount Holyoke, the oldest continuing liberal arts college for women, has a legacy of producing strong leaders to respond to the world’s most complex challenges. Go to admission@mtholyoke.edufor more information.
The University of New Orleans will host its Foundations of Excellence Dinner to recognize high school seniors for their achievements throughout Louisiana. See Ms Day if you are interested in applying for this opportunity.
Millsaps College has Open Door Days on January 25, and March 8, 2010. Students are invited to spend the night and parents can also attend a special session about scholarships and financial aid.
Washington University in St. Louis is offering a High School Summer Scholars Program to help you get a head start on adjusting to college life. Session A runs from June 13‑July 17th and Session B goes from July 18‑August 20. Go to summerscholars.wustl.edu for more information.
LaPREP has an exciting summer opportunity for students interested in the
Animation and Visual Effects Academy. The program will run from June 1st to June
25, 2010. Students will learn the use of computers to create visual and
compositing effects used in movie making, advertising, computer gaming, etc.
AVEA is only able to accept 20 students who will attend at no cost. Your
completed application must be returned no later than March 25, 2010. See Ms Day
for more details.
Scholar’s Day dates at Northwestern’s Louisiana Scholars’ College are: Session 2‑February 27, 2010.
Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee has one of the most progressive financial aid programs in the country. Vanderbilt believes strongly that a student’s ability to pay for college should not be a factor in the admissions process. For more information about their new no need‑based loan programs, go to www.vanderbilt.edu/Admissions/expanded‑aid‑program/.
If you are interested in attending Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi, early action deadline is January 12. Presidential Scholarships Interview notification is February 1. See Ms. Day for a complete list of scholarship and enrollment deadlines.
A $1000 scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior residing in Louisiana who is planning to pursue a career in surveying through the "Geomatics" program offered at Nicholls University. Ms Day has an application available for students interested in applying. Applications must be received by March 1, 2010.
The ZONTA Club of Shreveport has several scholarship opportunities for Z‑Club members and non‑members. See Ms Day for applications and remember that your application must be received by no later than April 10, 2010.
To all minority students: the 2010 Gates Millennium Scholars
Program Application is in. See Ms Day for more information regarding this
wonderful opportunity.
The National Commission for Cooperative Education has many scholarship
opportunities available for graduating seniors. If you plan to attend one of the
NCCE Partner Colleges and Universities, then see Ms Day for more information.
Deadline is February 10th. Early submission is strongly encouraged. Deadline
February 10. Early submission is strongly encouraged.
KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program offers $5000 per year for tuition, fees, books,
and room and board. Go to www.kfcscholars.org to complete your application
online. Application available on line from December 1, 2009- February 10, 2010
If you have a desire to serve your country
in a humanitarian and law enforcement way, then consider applying for the United
States Coast Guard Academy. Graduates from USCGA are members of the nation’s
most specialized military service. Duty assignments in the Coast Guard are more
equally open to men and women. For more information, go to http://admissions.uscga.edu/i2e/EducatorResources
Northwestern State University Scholarship deadline is December 1st. The early
bird deadline is October 31.
Marist College in Poughkeepsie, NY,
has 12 full scholarships available for highly talented students majoring in
Computer Science or Information Technology and Systems. Go to www.Admissions@Marist.edu.
Millsaps College has Open Door Days
on November 23rd, January 25th, and March 8, 2010. Students are invited to spend
the night and parents can also attend a special session about scholarships and
financial aid.
The Louisiana Housing Council also offers scholarship awards for employees of
the LHC. The applicant’s family member must have worked for a housing agency
which is member in good standing of the Louisiana Housing Council NAHRO.Deadline
for applications is February 15, 2010.
Oxbridge Academic Programs offers
classes in Europe for the summer of 2010. Programs in Oxford, Cambridge, Paris,
and Barcelona presents students with the chance to challenge themselves
intellectually by taking courses in Art History, Literature, Politics and
Economics. For more information go to www.info@oxbridgeprograms.com .
The Memphis College of Art will have representatives at National Portfolio Day
on Saturday, January 16, 2010 in New Orleans. Go to www.portfolioday.net to find
out more about this event.
The Louisiana National Guard Youth Challenge Program offers at risk adolescents
an opportunity to change their future. The initial program consists of a 5 month
residential phase during which cadets will learn self discipline, leadership and
responsibility. For an application go to www.ngycp.org.
Northwestern State University Scholarship deadline is December 1st.
Stephen F. Austin has many ROTC scholarship opportunities available for you. A
monthly stipend, a dorm scholarship, and a nursing scholarship are just a few of
the options open for those who choose SFA’S ROTC Scholarship Program. Ms Day has
more information.
LSU’s LA STEM Program promotes the life and diversity of the Science,
Technology, Engineering and Mathematics student body by bringing together
students with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Students must be nominated by
a counselor, teacher or principal. See Ms Day for more details.
The Hays Memorial Scholarship is the most prestigious scholarship offered each
year by Hendrix College in Conway, Arkansas. The scholarship is awarded to four
deserving freshman and provides funds for tuition, room, board and mandatory
fees. See Ms Day for more details regarding this opportunity.
Get involved with your community and possibly win a $25,000 scholarship from
MetroPCS/Kyocera. Go to www. metropcs.com/scholarship to get an application.
Postmark deadline is November 25, 2009.
Go to to discover many scholarship and financial aid options on the internet. Over $32 billion in scholarship awards.
Many scholarship opportunities for African ‑American students are left unused every year because of lack of interest or lack of information. See Ms Day for more information regarding these great educational awards.
Millsaps College has Open Door Days on November 2 and 23rd, January 25th, and March 8, 2010. Students are invited to spend the night and parents can also attend a special session about scholarships and financial aid.
The Hays Memorial Scholarship is the most prestigious scholarship offered each year by Hendrix College in Conway, Arkansas. The scholarship is awarded to four deserving freshman and provides funds for tuition, room, board and mandatory fees. See Ms Day for more details regarding this opportunity.
Many scholarship opportunities for African ‑American students are left unused every year because of lack of interest or lack of information. See Ms Day for more information regarding these great educational awards.
Rice University in Houston, Texas offers many scholarship opportunities for all students. Scholarships are available with no student loans to pay back. Ms Day has more information regarding these education awards.
Centenary College is pleased to announce the continuation of its Louisiana, Live
Your Dream financial aid program. Louisiana students who are Pell and TOPS
eligible can attend Centenary tuition/fees free. If you have any questions
regarding this program, please call 800 234 4448 or 318 869 5137.
If you are interested in applying
for the Oral Roberts University "Whole Person Scholarship"please see Ms. Day for
more information.
National College Match Questbridge Scholarships are available to low income
seniors. For a free online application, go to www.questbridge.org.
AES Engineers are once again offering a $500 scholarship to a graduating senior.
Students must submit an essay on one of the two topics that appear on the
scholarship page of their website http:///www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm.
Louisiana Firefighters are offering the "Safer" Tuition Grant. This grant offers
$8000 for a two year degree and $16,000 for a 4 year degree. Go to www.vfdla.org
for more information.
Anyone interested in going to Washington University in St. Louis , please
contact Mrs. Day for information on the Danforth Scholarship Program.
Millsaps College has Open Door Days on October 5th and 12th , November 2 and
23rd, January 25th, and March 8, 2010. Students are invited to spend the night
and parents can also attend a special session about scholarships and financial
aid.
Anyone interested in going to Washington University in St. Louis , please
contact Mrs. Day for information on the Danforth Scholarship Program.
ADMISSIONS INFORMATION / DEADLINES
Testing Information
NATIONAL TEST DATES Free registration packets for both the ACT and the SAT are available in the College Room by the front office. You may also register for the ACT at their website, www.actstudent.org or for the SAT at www.collegeboard.com
College Room - The College Room is located next to Mrs. DeBusk's office and contains college catalogs, videos, career literature, college admissions and scholarship applications. The College Room is open to students before and after school and during lunch.
SENIOR GATOR NEWSLETTER
Caddo Parish College / Career Fair - seniors, Tuesday, October 28, 2003; we leave at 8:30 a.m. - only those students who returned permission slips by Oct. 14th!
Harvard College Informational Meeting - Harvard admissions counselor will be in our area to discuss admissions, financial aid and student life. A great opportunity to find out about Harvard, the Ivy League, and New England! Wednesday, October 29th from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at the Sheraton Shreveport.
College athletes must register;
www.ncaaclearinghouse.net;
follow instructions
9999---to have ACT/SAT scores sent to
Clearinghouse
TOPS (Tuition Opportunity Program for Students)
---Louisiana Office of Student
Financial Assistance (LOSFA); 800-259-5626, ext. 1012
---File FAFSA by deadline
REMINDER---GPA is based on specified
core curriculum courses on a 4.0 scale
---20 ACT or 940 SAT must be attained
no later than April testing (for 8 semester award) or June testing (for 7
semester award)