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Complete the Senior Activity Sheet to list your recommendations, honors, and awards. If you save the document in your Google Drive, you can keep it up-to-date throughout the year, then submit it at graduation time.
The QuestBridge National College Match is a college and scholarship application process that helps outstanding low-income high school seniors gain admission and full four-year scholarships to the nation's most selective colleges. College Match Scholarships, which are provided by participating colleges, cover the full cost of tuition, room and board, are loan-free, and require no parental contribution. If you are a student who has achieved academic excellence in the face of economic challenges, you are encouraged to apply. QuestBridge's college partners are committed to making college affordable for all students — regardless of financial background — and offer generous financial aid packages that cover 100% of demonstrated financial need. To learn more about the QuestBridge National College Match program, go to https://www.questbridge.org/high-school-students/national-college-match/opportunities. To apply, go to https://apply.questbridge.org/apply/. Applications are due by September 27.
As part of Black Note’s goal of giving back to the community, they award scholarships of $2,000 per student on an ongoing basis. To be considered, students must meet eligibility requirements, complete an online application and submit an essay. You can find more information on the $2,000 Get a Boost Scholarship page at https://www.blacknote.com/scholarship/. Deadline is September 30.
The Brockman Scholarship is a merit-based full scholarship that covers five years of study on the College Station campus of Texas A&M University. The scholarship supports four years of undergraduate studies in an approved program of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), as well as the one-year MS Business graduate degree program at Texas A&M’s Mays Business School. Aside from academic merit, we are seeking to attract students who can demonstrate high levels of constructive community engagement, and who exhibit the qualities of a good citizen. It is imperative that applicants understand that they are applying for a scholarship that provides for both an undergraduate and graduate degree. It is a condition of being awarded the scholarship that the recipient will enroll in, and successfully complete, both the four-year undergraduate STEM degree and the MS Business graduate degree program. For more information about the Brockman Scholars Program, please see our Frequently Asked Questions https://brockmanfoundation.org/brockman-scholars-faqs/ section. Click here https://www.grantrequest.com/SID_5765?SA=SNA&FID=35010 to access the application portal on this website, which is open now to accept applications for study beginning in the 2019-20 academic year. The application deadline is at 5.00 p.m. U.S. Central Time on September 30, 2018.
Attention seniors of hispanic heritage: You have the chance to be awarded up to $3500 in educational grants for college! To be considered, you must graduate in May 2019, have minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0 on 4.0 scale, enroll in college for 2019-2020 school year, be of Hispanic descent (includes Spain, Brazil, Phillipines), be able to attend a regional awards ceremony if awarded at your own expense, and be a US resident, citizen or qualify under the DACA. Apply at www.HispanicHeritage.org. Deadline to apply is October 15, 2018.
Cybersecurity is presently one of the fastest growing fields with the largest skills gap. The Bossier Chamber of Commerce wants to help minimize this gap and encourage local youth to take note of "the hottest major in 2017." This year they will be offering $500 and $1,000 scholarships. Eligibility Requirements include 3.0 GPA or higher, 25 or higher on the ACT, and plan to declare a cybersecurity related major at a post-secondary institute. Click here for an application. The deadline to apply is October 17.
The 2018 Voice of Democracy Scholarship Contest is underway. Shreve has been fortunate to have a winning entry the past several years and we would love to have more. Students are welcome to submit their entries to Mrs. Mills by Friday, October 24. After October 24, students will be responsible for submitting their entries to the local VFW post (deadline is October 31). Students can go to https://www.vfw.org/community/youth-and-education/youth-scholarships for additional information and to download a copy of the entry form.
KidGuard is passionate about the healthy development of children and families. The KidGuard for Education Scholarship is part of their effort to bring awareness and inspire solutions on issues such as cyberbullying, online predators, teen suicide and childhood depression in the age of technology. Student must be in high school. Scholarships range in amount from $500 to $1000. Deadline for submission is October 31. To apply, go to https://www.kidguard.com/nonprofits/high-school-scholarship/ abd submit an essay or video.
The ELKS National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships to the highest-rated applicants.
Male and female students compete separately. Students must be pursuing a four-year degree on a full-time basis in a US college or university. Awards will range from $1,000 to $12,500 per year. Deadline November 15, 2018. Application is online ONLY at https://www.elks.org/scholars/
The FIDM National Scholarship Competition is for students interested in the global industries of Fashion, Visual Arts, Graphics, Interior Design, Social Media and Entertainment. Winners will be selected by Kris Jenner. FIDM is a WASC and NASAD accredited college with four California campuses. Visit bit.ly/FIDMscholarship for entry details. Entry deadline is March 29, 2019.
Bad Credit.org recently launched an annual $1,000 scholarship that's available to seniors at Captain Shreve High School who intend to pursue a career in finance or a related industry Go to https://www.badcredit.org/scholarship/ to apply.
Seniors: AskLela’s $1,000 Monthly FAFSA Completion Scholarship: Seniors have the opportunity to enter a random monthly scholarship drawing for completing and submitting their FAFSA at www.fafsa.gov and entering the contest at www.askLela.org. There is also the chance to enter the monthly drawing.
More than 1 million dollars in scholarships are available for students from Louisiana school districts. Visit studentscholarships.org for more information.
Adventures in Education Scholarship Search
AIE is a public service website developed to help students plan and complete their journey through higher education. These free resources for students and their families are designed to help students find the right school for them, finance their education, develop career goals, manage their money, and graduate into a life full of opportunities.
College Board's Scholarship Search
Find scholarships, other financial aid and internships from more than 2,200 programs, totaling nearly $6 billion.
College Greenlight
College Greenlight is a totally free resource for any traditionally underrepresented student who is serious about getting into and thriving at their perfect college. We help students discover, research, and build relationships with the colleges and universities that will allow them to succeed.
College-Scholarships.com
Managed by two career-educators whose goal is to provide the latest and most up to date information regarding traditional schools, online college programs, scholarships, and financial aid.
CollegeToolkit.com
Edvisors' CollegeToolkit.com is a trusted source of information and insights for millions of students and families looking to plan and pay for college. We aim to help students and parents easily find what they need to know, so they can make more informed, smarter decisions about college costs and financial aid.
The Community Foundation of North Louisiana maintains a list of scholarships available to local students in a variety of fields.
Cappex
This site offers more than a million campus reviews by students who’ve actually attended the schools, plus the ability to calculate realistic chances of admission by adding key academic details to a user profile.
Chegg
At Chegg we're all about removing the obstacles that stand in the way of the education YOU want and deserve. Search free scholarships, browse course reviews, get 24/7 study help and rent textbooks for a fraction of the cost of your bookstore - all in one big education-redefining student hub.
Education Planner
EducationPlanner is your one-stop career and college planning website. EducationPlanner provides practical and easy-to-understand advice to help prepare students for the important decisions they will face in the future.
Ed X
Ed X presents the best of higher education online, offering opportunity to anyone who wants to achieve, thrive, and grow.
There are also options for remedial learning to shore up weak subject areas and AP test prep.
FastWeb
Fastweb is the premier online resource for paying and preparing for college. Since 1995, we have excelled in providing students with the resources to realize their educational pursuits, from the time they begin their college search in high school, to the day they land their first job after graduation.
FindTuition
Start your scholarship search now.
GoodCall
The best decisions are backed by data, and our mission is to give you the knowledge, tools, and tips you need to make Good Calls when it comes to three key components of every person's life: securing an education, finding the right home, and saving for the future. Our help is not only free, it's transparent, easy to understand, and adaptable to your situation.
International Financial Aid and College Scholarship Search
IEFA is the premier resource for financial aid, college scholarship and grant information for US and international students wishing to study abroad. At this site, you will find the most comprehensive college scholarship search and grant listings, plus international student loan programs and other information to promote study abroad.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy offers a fantastic online resource that covers how to navigate the college application process and then some: writing a killer application essay, lining up financial aid and more.
LendEDU
LendEDU is a marketplace for private student loans, student loan refinancing, credit cards, and personal loans - among other financial products. Pronounced "Lend-E-D-U", our goal is to create transparency in these markets to help consumers make educated decisions and better manage their money. Our services are free for consumers and do not hurt consumer credit. In addition, we've created hundreds of original guides, tools, and resources designed to help students and graduates make tough financial decisions and ensure that they are making, saving, and growing their money to the best of their abilities.
Mach25 by CollegeNet.com
CollegeNET, Inc. is the world's leading 'virtual plumber' for higher education internet transactions. We provide here for your convenience over 1500 customized Internet admissions applications built for college and university programs.
MoneySavingPro.com wants to help you get the most scholarship money possible in just a few easy steps. Check out this helpful guide for tips in four key areas of receiving scholarships... preparation, research, organization, and application.
National Merit Scholarship Search
The mission of National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) is to recognize and honor the academically talented students of the United States. NMSC accomplishes its mission by conducting nationwide academic scholarship programs. Since its founding, NMSC has recognized over 3 million students and provided more than 414,000 scholarships worth over $1.6 billion. The honors awarded by NMSC to exceptionally able students are viewed as definitive marks of excellence.
Parchment
Worthwhile admissions tools are coupled with the capability to manage academic credentials (such as transcripts) online so they can be sent easily and shared securely.
Scholarship Experts.com is an excellent source of scholarship opportunities of all kinds. Go to their website and discover the database of over 2.4 million scholarships.
Scholarship Search by Sallie Mae
It’s the fast, easy, and FREE way to search for more than 5 million college scholarships worth up to $24 billion that can help you pay for your college education. You can even set up alerts to notify you when new scholarship opportunities become available.
Scholarshipfly.com - As the price for a college education continues to dramatically rise, it is imperative for students to have a plan to receive scholarships that can supplement those incredibly high college costs. Scholarshipfly.com will help you navigate the often confusing world of scholarships to find those that will work for you.
Scholarship Hunter
You are a good student, maybe even a great or fabulous student. You are looking forward to going to college. Or, more likely, you are in your senior year and getting organized for the full-court press of getting into the college of your choice and getting the scholarship you need to be sure you and your family can afford this next step of your education. We explain how college funding works, the types of college scholarships available, how to find a scholarship, and how to apply for one.
Scholarships.com
Founded in 1998, Scholarships.com has helped students find money for college as well as learn about the entire financial aid process. We are among the most widely-used and trusted free college scholarship search and financial aid information resources on the Internet and have been recognized by high schools, colleges and universities nationwide, among others. We’ve built solid relationships with colleges and universities across the country and want to provide students with the opportunity to not only find free money for college and interact with prospective colleges but to be recruited as well.
StudentScholarshipSearch.com is a program created by the Edvisors network that provides an organized platform for students to search, investigate and apply for scholarships. There are thousands upon thousands of of scholarships out there, but a student isn't eligible for all of them, nor wants to scour through pages and pages of results. We have a simplified and efficient approach to scholarship searching, and we can appropriately target scholarships for students through our large database and academic networks.
Tuition Funding Sources is a private website designed to help students find scholarships, college and career information. TFS offers students the largest scholarship database in the world with over $41 Billion in scholarship awards along with a career personality test and detailed college and career information.
Unigo
With a thriving community of over 1.6 million members, Unigo is the premier network for current and future college students to get to where they’re going. Unigo provides cutting-edge tools, compelling content, and essential information, empowering students to make the best decisions about their college experience.
University Research and Review
Like a digital version of an old-school college admissions counselor, this site asked a series of questions designed to help identify abilities, interests and goals. A couple of days later, a follow-up email suggested possible areas of study and colleges to consider. Interestingly, that part wasn’t all automated—a human analyzed the data and made personal suggestions.
U.S. Department of Education Scholarship Search
Federal Student Aid, a part of the U.S. Department of Education, is the largest provider of student financial aid in the nation. At the office of Federal Student Aid, our more than 1,300 employees help make college education possible for every dedicated mind by providing more than $120 billion in federal grants, loans, and work-study funds each year to more than 13 million students paying for college or career school.
