PRIVATE SCHOLARSHIPS
INFORMATION ON THE FOLLOWING SCHOLARSHIPS IS MAINTAINED ON FILE IN THE  Student Services’ Office.  COPIES OF SCHOLARSHIPS WILL BE MADE UPON REQUEST.

SCHOLARSHIPS AS OF 09/18/09

Open to high school seniors who will be studying architecture at an NAAB accredited program.  Financial need is considered.

20 awards - $500-2500

Applications will be available on-line later in September.

http://www.archfoundation.org/aaf/aaf/Programs.Fellowships.htm

Students attending college Spring 2007 or fall 2007 term / Minimum 2.5 GPA. $10,000 in total award money. For more information go to: http://www.all-ink.com/scholarship.aspx

Deadline: December 31, 2009

Neuroscience Creativity Prize for High School Students

Research prize is $1000 to 4 high school students. For more information go to:  

http://www.aan.com/science/awards/?fuseaction=home.info&id=11

Deadline: November 3, 2009

Award of $2,000
To be eligible, you must:
-Be a graduating high school senior in 2009
-Be a daughter, son or financially dependent grandchild of an active or retired AFSCME
member.
-Be an applicant to an accredited college or university and subsequently accepted as a
full-time student in a four year degree program.
For more information, go to the website at www.afscme.org for full details, requirements, and procedures for applying

Deadline: December 31, 2009

Offering a maximum of $3,000 per year.  To be considered a candidate, students should meet the following criteria: African-American, Hispanic/Latino, or American, Indian; U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.; full-time student at an accredited college, university, or community college; high academic achievers in chemistry or science, (Grade Point Average 3.0, "B" or better); able to demonstrate evidence of financial need according to FAFSA form (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and the Student Aid Report (SAR) form; a graduating high school senior, college freshman, sophomore or junior intending to or already majoring in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering or a chemically-related science and planning a career in the chemical sciences or chemical technology.  For more information go to: ACS Scholarship Program

Deadline: March 1, 2010

Awards (20) $500-$2,500  This scholarship is for a High school senior PLANNING TO STUDY ARCHITECTURE AT AN NAAB ACCREDITED SCHOOL (visit www.naab.org for a list of eligible schools). Nomination & recommendation must be from an architect, AIA component, counselor or teacher, community design center or director of a community or civic organization.  Applications will be available soon.  Check back with http://www.archfoundation.org/aaf/aaf/Programs.Fellowships.htm

Deadline: January 15, 2010

The high school Four-Year Scholarship is for high school students planning on attending a four-year college program. . Go to the website for full details, requirements, and procedures for applying at: http://www.goarmy.com/rotc/

The ARRL Foundation administers scholarships for post secondary education students holding a valid FCC-granted Amateur Radio license. Scholarship awards range from $500 to $5000 or more. Scholarships are funded by generous individuals and Amateur Radio organizations to encourage radio amateurs to pursue their educational goals. All ARRL Foundation-administered scholarships are intended exclusively for educational use, to provide assistance with costs of tuition, , board, books and/or other fees essential to the education of the recipient. Application instructions and forms are only available at: www.arrlf.org/programs/scholarship . There are two application forms, the General Scholarship Application and a separate application for the Goldfarb Scholarship. Amount: $500-$5000.

Deadline: February 1, 2010

AXA will be awarding $670,000 in scholarships to students who have demonstrated high achievement through their accomplishments in high school. You may also download and print the application at:

http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievement-scholarship.html

Deadline: December 15, 2009

Awards valued up to $100,000. For more information, please call 1-888-999-9404, or go online to: http://www.barbizonmodeling.com/scholarships.html

High School Senior. Minimum 2.5 GPA. Work part time an average of 15 hours per week. Maintain good conduct and attitude in school and on the job. Participation in community service or co-curricular activities. Financial Need. Guidelines and application available at: http://www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_qualifications.html 

Award: $1000

Deadline: February 01, 2009

Cappex would like to help you get you the training you need with our
Computer Careers scholarship contest.
High School and college students
$1000
November 30, 2009
Computer Careers Scholarship

We have cooked up a cooking scholarship to help you pay for your culinary education.
High school and college students
$2,000
November30, 2009
Culinary School Scholarship

Are you gearing for a cutting-edge career in business, health, design or culinary arts?
Apply for a scholarship now to help you reach your educational goals.
High school and college students
$1,000
November 30, 2009
Cutting Edge Scholarship

$1,000 GPA Isn't Everything Scholarship
High school and college students
$1,000
November 30, 2009
GPA Isn't Everything Scholarship

If you seek to gain the skills to work in the growing field of healthcare and
careers such as nursing, medical assistant, veterinary technologist, or
dental assistant, this scholarship is for you.
High School and college students
$1,000
December31, 2009
Health Career Scholarship

If you are looking to gain business skills to work in today's high speed corporations,
this scholarship is for you.
$1,000
December31, 2009
Business Career Scholarship

Each year 250 college scholarships are awarded to high school seniors totaling $1,800,000.  There will be 50 awards at $20,000, payable in equal installments over a four-year period. The remaining 200 awards are for $4,000 also payable over four years. You can find information and the application online at: http://www.coca-colascholars.org/   or call them at 800-306-2653

Deadline: October 31, 2009

Developed and administered at Nova Southeastern University, the Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation (CKSF) awards scholarships to students through Internet-based quiz competitions. CKSF reward students for demonstrating what they know. There is no essay writing or long applications to complete. Students receive scholarship awards based on common knowledge and basic education curricula. Students in grades 9 –12 (must live in Broward, Dade, of Monroe County) can go on line and register to compete at www.cksf.org  

Deadlines vary

Only students who are ranked in the top 5% of their class may apply. Must have leadership, club involvement, and community service and prove financial need. Applications and supporting documents must be turned into the North Miami Elks Lodge #1835 at: 12494 NE 2^nd Avenue, North Miami, Fl 33161. Applications are available on line at: http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.cfm   

Deadline: November 2, 2009

Seniors who Plan to attend Florida State University. Outstanding record of service. Will continue to enhance learning through service. Essay. Letters of Recommendation. Information and Application available at: www.thecenter.fsu.edu

Deadline: December 11, 2009

For students of Asian heritage. Must be able to attend the November 1 Awards Ceremony
Instructions - click here
Application - click here

Deadline: October 1, 2009

Seniors. African American, Hispanic American, American Indian/Alaska Native or Asian Pacific American. US Citizen. Entering a US college as full-time, degree seeking student. Minimum 3.3 GPA. Significant financial need. Pell grant eligible. Demonstrate leadership abilities. Nomination process consists of Nominator, Nominee and Recommender. Forms and information at: http://www.gmsp.org  Amount: Full tuition & expenses. Application packets are also available in the   Student Services’ Office.

All online applications must be submitted by January 11, 2010 11:59 p.m. EST

The George M. Brooker Scholarship provides tuition assistance to minority college students who plan to enter real estate management and make it their career. Applicants for the scholarship must demonstrate academic excellence. This scholarship was named in memory of George M. Brooker, an African-American CPM from New York City.

Two $1,000 scholarships are available each year for undergraduate students. Download the George M. Brooker Collegiate Scholarship for Minorities Application

Deadline: March 31, 2010.

High School Senior planning to attend Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College. Florida Resident. Florida Bright Futures Eligible. Must be nominated by a school official. Demonstrate leadership, integrity, courage and vigor. Essay. Transcripts. Resume. Information available at: http://wise.fau.edu/divdept/honcol/financial_flagler.html

Deadline: December 15, 2009

Senior. Hispanic heritage. US citizen or legal permanent resident of US. Be enrolled full time in a degree-seeking program at accredited college or university in US. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Financial need. Community service. Information and Application available at: http://www.hsf.net/Scholarships.aspx  Amount: $1,000-$2,500

Deadline: February 18, 2009

The Hispanic Scholarship Fund is the nation's preeminent organization supporting Hispanic higher education. Founded in 1975 as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, HSF's vision is to strengthen the country by advancing college education among Hispanic Americans. In support of its mission to double the rate of Hispanics earning college degrees, HSF provides the Latino community more college scholarships and educational outreach support than any other organization in the country. For more information on available scholarships, please go to: http://www.hsf.net/Scholarships.aspx?id=72&ekmensel=c580fa7b_10_0_72_1

Deadline: February 18, 2009

Financial need. Annual family income under $50,000. Essay. Involvement in co-curricular and community activities. Strong commitment to pursuing a bachelor’s degree. US Citizen. Apply on line at: https://www.horatioalger.org/scholarships/index.cfm  Amount: $2,500 (please cut and paste if the link does not work)

Deadline: October 30, 2009

African American, academic merit, leadership, community service are all considered for this $7,000 per year scholarship. Go to http://www.jackierobinson.org/ for application and information. Application will be available on Sunday, October 15th

Awards available to graduating Cuban-American Seniors. Amount of award is based on financial need. For more information, contact the Jorge Mas Canosa Freedom Foundation @ (305) 592-7768 OR FAX (305) 592-7768.

High School Seniors attending a public high school in Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach County. Applicant must demonstrate a commitment to volunteerism, community service and academic excellence. Plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited college or university. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Information and application is available at: http://www.metropcs.com/scholarship

Applications will be available October 1^st.

For high school seniors and college students.
We offer four scholarships a year exclusively to college students (and soon-to-be college students) who are members of racial or ethnic minority groups. Straight Forward Media is committed to creating educational opportunities for those to whom traditional opportunities have been closed in the past.
Eligibility requirements: the Minority Scholarship is wide open. Our scholarships are open to current and prospective students at community colleges, universities, technical/vocational schools, and continuing education programs.
Award: $500
http://www.straightforwardmedia.com/minority/

September 30, 2009

This scholarship award affords high school principals the opportunity to recognize a student leader by nominating him or her for a national scholarship. Scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $12,000 will be awarded to 100 outstanding seniors New!  All nominees must now use the online nomination process. The Access Key is: PLA. Print out the Online Nomination Form Procedures posted below and follow all instructions. www.principals.org/pla     

Deadline: December 5, 2009

For highly qualified students who have been diagnosed with MS or who have a
parent with MS. For more information about this scholarship, please go to:

http://www.nationalmssociety.org/get-involved/programs-and-services/scholarship/index.aspx

Deadline: January 15, 2010

US citizen between 17-23. Allows the student to earn a degree and they can choose from over 160 colleges across the nation to attend.

Minimum SAT 530 Reading, 520 Math or Minimum ACT 21 Math, 22 English. Recommendation letters. Essays. For full details and online application see website at: http://www.navy.com/careers/nrotc/

Senior. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Active in Community Service and School Activities. Submit a biography and essay with application. Information and application available on line at: http://www.outstandingstudentsofamerica.com./    Amount: $1,000.

Deadline: October 10, 2009

The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards honor young people in middle level and high school grades for outstanding volunteer service to their communities. You can apply online for The 2009 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards! Click below to start, continue or check the status of an online application.  

Apply Now

To learn more about this scholarship, go to: www.prudential.com/spirit

Deadline: November 2, 2009

Seniors who have shown outstanding academic ability despite facing economic challenges. Application serves as an application for admission and full scholarship to partner colleges, such as Columbia, Emory, Princeton, Stanford, Yale, etc. For more information and application instructions go to: http://www.questbridge.org/students/scholarship.html

Deadline: September 30, 2009

Award is $10,000 annually for 4 years, for a total of $40,000. Awards are for academically talented, highly motivated African-Americans who also demonstrate financial need. Web: http://www.ronbrown.org/Apply/ApplicationDownload.aspx

Application Deadline: The Ron Brown Scholar Program currently has two deadlines for applications (students must be current high school seniors at the time of their application):

November 1st (postmarked) —application will be considered for the Ron Brown Scholar Program and forwarded to a select and limited number of additional colleges and scholarship providers.

January 9th (postmarked)—final deadline in order to be considered for only the Ron Brown Scholar Program...

20 Full-tuition scholarships for attendance at either FIU or UM. Must be graduating senior of Black/African descent, a citizen and FL resident. See the on-line application for requirements. You may also download and print the application at to FIU at http://www.fiu.edu/~mpas/  .

Deadline: January 31, 2010

Graduating high school senior. Plan to attend an accredited US college or university. Financial Need. Academic Achievement. Extracurricular Activities. Community Involvement. Students must obtain a local Walmart store number at www.walmart.com to access web application. Apply on line. Information at: http://www.walmartfoundation.org  

Award: $1,000

Deadline: January 14, 2010

See information on file for deadlines and details for each award being offered by participating universities.  All applicants must: Intend to enroll in an engineering program (refer to scholarship descriptors) accredited by ABET. Be a citizen of the United States (not permanent resident) at the date of application. Be a high school senior at the time of application (Sept. 1 - Dec. 1). Meet minimum requirements with regard to grade point average, SAT and/or ACT scores as outlined in the individual requirements of each scholarship. Students are encouraged to retrieve the application and information on-line at: http://www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm 

Deadline: December 15, 2009

See their website at: http://www.militaryscholar.org/

The 2009 Scholarship Program will open on November 3rd, 2009

The Southern Scholarship Foundation was established to provide outstanding students needing financial assistance with an opportunity to obtain a college education. The Foundation provides rent-free housing to deserving students in a cooperative living environment. The SSF currently operates scholarship houses at Florida State, University of Florida, Florida A&M, Bethune-Cookman, Florida Gulf Coast University. Additional information can be obtained by going to their website at: http://www.southernscholarship.org/  or by calling 850.222.3832

Deadline – March 1, 2010  

High school seniors can win a $1,000 scholarship for first year expenses at an accredited college or private career school. One winner will be chosen every two weeks from October 30, 2009 through May 14, 2010. Students can begin registering September 14, 2009 and the first drawing will be held on October 30th. It's FREE to enter and eligibility is not based on GPA or financial need. Each $1,000 scholarship check will be payable to the winner's school of attendance. Only one entry per person for each drawing; however, you can register after each drawing for the next one. For complete details and application go to: www.offtocollege.info 

2009-2010 Scholarship Sweepstakes any current U.S. Resident who is a high school senior during the 2000-2010 school year, who graduates from high school in 2010 and who enrolls in the College STEPS Program $1000 to each of 100 winners. Monthly drawings starting in October 2009

http://www.wellsfargo.com/student/planning/started/scholarships/steps?_requestid=45580
Final deadline is May 31, 2010

Since 1985, the UNCF Scholarships and Grants Administration office has awarded in scholarship assistance over $105 million to over 28,000 students enrolled in its 39 member colleges and universities and other HBCUs and majority institutions as well. We provide support in numerous ways to a variety of constituencies. Learn more about scholarships http://www.uncf.org/forstudents/index.asp  

Deadlines vary

High School Seniors may nominate themselves. At least a "B" grade average. Excel in academics, athletics and student leadership. Apply on-line at: http://www.wendyshighschoolheisman.com

Deadline: October 1, 2009

Scholarships awarded for up to $50,000. For more information, go to their website at: www.collegeboard.com/yes

February 1, 2010

http://www.nsa.gov/careers/opportunities_4_u/students/stokes.shtml

For High school students

About the Program
With the Stokes Program, you work during the summer at NSA in areas related to your course of study. If you are selected as a program participant, you are required to work for NSA after your college graduation for at least one-and-one-half times the length of study.

*This program is also open to college sophomores who are majoring in Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, or Korean.

Qualifications for High School Students – You must major in Computer Science or Computer/Electrical Engineering and meet the following requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Eligible to be granted a security clearance
• A high school senior at the time of application
• A minimum SAT/College Board score of 1600 (1100 Critical Reading and Math, 500 in Writing), or ACT of 25
• A preferred GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale
• Demonstrated leadership abilities

Benefits

·         Tuition at the college of your choice

·         Reimbursement for books and certain fees

·         Housing and travel entitlements during summer employment (if the distance between NSA and the school exceeds 75 miles)

·         Year-round salary

·         Employment with NSA after graduation

You must be a U.S. citizen

>>>You must be a high school senior at time of application or a college sophomore

·         You must achieve a minimum 1100 SAT/College Board score in reading and math, or 25 ACT score

·         You must have at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale

·         You must demonstrate leadership abilities
Deadline November 30^th

Essay contests

2009-2010 Theme: What Memorial Day Means to Me. FRA's Essay Contest is open to all students’ grades 7 through 12. Each entrant must be sponsored by an FRA member in good standing or by a currently chartered branch or unit. $2,000-10,000 in Savings Bonds for each grade category

http://www.fra.org/Content/fra/AboutFRA/EssayContest/default.cfm

Deadline: December 1, 2009

Award Amount: $3,142

Category:

Number of Awards: Varies

Award Type: Zinch Hosted

Eligibility Summary: This scholarship is open to all high school students. As with all Zinch scholarships you will be judged on how strong your profile is. So create a strong Zinch profile.

Zinch is about being more than test scores, so here is your chance to shine and win a little bit of money for college. You must create a student profile at www.zinch.com for more information, please go to:

http://www.zinch.com/Scholarships/ScholarshipProfile.aspx?u=Easy-as-Pi-III-Zinch-Scholarship

Deadline: September 30, 2009

9th - 12th grade students
$750-$3,000
Online Registration Deadline: Monday, November 23, 2009
Postmark Entry Deadline: Saturday, November 28, 2009
http://www.firstfreedom.org/education/students.html

9th-12th grade high school, college, or graduate student including adult students. Legal resident of the U.S. Currently in school or planning to start school within the next 12 months. Essay. Financial need is not considered. The selection of the winner is based primarily on the quality of the submitted personal statement. Application must be completed online: for more information, please go to http://www.gkscholarship.com

The award is $1000.

Deadline: December 31, 2009

A national essay contest for students in the 9^th - 12^th grade and are US citizens. First place winners will receive a 5-day all expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. and have a chance to win a scholarship ranging from $1000 - $5000.

Information on the 2009 Holocaust Remembrance Project essay contest will be posted to this web site by October 1, 2009.

For more information go to http://holocaust.hklaw.com 

Deadline: April 30. 2010

HS students. Original essay about an elected official who has demonstrated political courage. Student should show an understanding of political courage as described by John F. Kennedy in Profiles in Courage. Student should review website for complete details, essay guidelines, online registration form and submission instructions: http://www.jfklibrary.org/Education+and+Public

Awards $500- $10,000

Deadline: January 09

One first place winner will be awarded a $5,000 college scholarship. The second place winner will receive a $2,500 college scholarship. FIRE's mission is to defend and sustain individual rights at America's colleges and universities. These rights include freedom of speech, legal equality, due process, religious liberty, and sanctity of conscience—the essential qualities of individual liberty and dignity. FIRE's core mission is to protect the unprotected and to educate the public and communities of concerned Americans about the threats to these rights on our campuses and about the means to preserve them.

More information and an application is available at: www.thefire.org/contests

Deadline: November 6, 2009

Amount: $100

Category:

Number of Awards: Varies

Eligibility Summary: This essay contest is designed to bring to light various aspects of hazing according to the current theme of "Bystander Responsibility: What is the responsibility of those of who witness or suspect hazing?" Essays will be accepted from students, parents, administrators, advisors, etc. Essays should not be longer than 1000 words. Please attach the essay along with the personal information requested on this form. All essays will be the property of HazingPrevention.Org once submitted and may be used in whole or in part in our materials. We will not use your name or affiliation if you do not wish us to. Prizes will be awarded for the top three essays. All entries must be submitted by September 28

For more information go to: http://www.zinch.com/Scholarships/ScholarshipProfile.aspx?u=National-Hazing-Prevention-Week-Essay-Contest

Deadline: September 28, 2009

Award Amount: Varies

Category:

Number of Awards: Varies

Award Type: Award

Eligibility Summary: The 2009-2010 student essay competition is open to high school students, undergraduates, and graduate students. Students may be in any field of study (including professional fields, such as medical, business, or law). If you are currently in college, you must be enrolled full-time at an accredited institution. If you are a high-school student or in the process of submitting applications to enter or re-enter college, you must have active applications underway and plan to be matriculated full-time at an accredited institution by the competition’s close date. For more information, please go to:

http://www.zinch.com/Scholarships/ScholarshipProfile.aspx?u=%e2%80%9cNew-Models-of-Development%e2%80%9d-2009-2010-SEVEN-Fund-Essay-Competition

Deadline: December 07, 2009

INSTITUTIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

The CAP Office maintains information about a number of Institutional Scholarships on hand.  The following colleges have sent us information about scholarships they offer. These can be found on a clipboard located on the door of the CAP office. COPIES OF SCHOLARSHIPS WILL BE MADE UPON REQUEST.

* Check out http://www.guaranteed-scholarships.com/ for a comprehensive listing of institutional scholarships offered by a number of colleges and universities. http://www.college-scholarships.com also has a number of links to private and institutional scholarships.

Offers a variety of merit-based academic scholarships ranging from $500 per year up to full tuition and fees. Students who rank in the top 10% of their class and have an SAT score of 1300+ (30+ ACT) will be competitive for one or more of these awards. http://virtual.clemson.edu/groups/finaid/scholarships1.htm  

Nominations may be submitted through personal letters or on special forms available from the College. Nominations should include specific information on the quality of academic performance, personal activities, and other accomplishments of the candidates. Nominations should be received by November 15 for early decision I candidates and by January 1 for early decision II and regular decision candidates. http://www.colby.edu/admissions_cs/financial_aid/scholarships2.cfm

You are invited to nominate one student for the John Montgomery Belk Scholarship. Nominations must be submitted by November 15. December 1 is the deadline for preferred completion of the application. Approximately thirty students will be selected as finalists and they will be invited to campus in March for interviews and a celebration of their success. For more information, go to: http://www3.davidson.edu/cms/x32703.xml   you may also see my office clip board with more information.

Is seeking nominations for its Presidential Service Leadership Award. Students with a history of commitment to volunteer service with a minimum 2.5 GPA, an ACT of 21 or SAT of 970. For additional information, please call 800-520-4632. or on the web at http://www.defiance.edu/pages/FA_scholarships_and_awards.html

To be considered, students must be nominated by the appropriate official at their school and complete an application for admission by November 1, 2009. Each school can nominate up to four students. Twenty-five scholarships valued at the full cost of tuition, fees,  and board will be awarded as well as fifty full-tuition scholarships. Please see Mr. Bornot, CAP Advisor, in  Student Services’ Office for a nomination form.  For more information on the web go to: www.emory.edu/college/students/scholars

Must be a senior; planning to attend FAU Honors College; nominated by high school. The scholarship covers full tuition,  and board, and four summer enrichment programs. The Deadline is December 15, 2007. Finalists are notified of their status and invited to the campus for interviews on December 1, 2007. For more information and a nomination form, please visit the college website at: http://www.fau.edu/divdept/honcol/financial_flagler.html

In order to be considered, students must be Florida residents. Some scholarships require interviews, while the majority does not. More than half of the awards and scholarships have a 3.0 or higher GPA requirement. They are all given to freshman. The scholarships and awards range from academic scholarships to art, theater, and athletic scholarships. As little as $500 and as great as $8,000 are given every year. More information can be gained by calling 800-205-1600. For information online, go to their website: http://www.flsouthern.edu/finaid/scholarships.htm

The President's Scholarship Program (merit-based) - approximately 110 outstanding students will receive stipends that may be used for tuition, , board, or other expenses. Successful students have high grades, proven leadership abilities and SAT scores in the 1280-1420 ranges. For more information on the web: http://www.psp.gatech.edu/        

The Annual Filene Foundation Music Competition. Winners will be awarded $10,000 each year to cover college expenses. You can learn more about the Filene Foundation Music Competition by going to http://www.skidmore.edu/academics/music/scholarships/Filene-index.htm

This merit based, full-tuition scholarship for entering freshmen is awarded to exceptionally well-qualified Florida high seniors who are from an underrepresented background. Recipients of this scholarship will promote Dr. Martin Luther King’s dream of a unified America and demonstrate a commitment to increasing opportunities for underrepresented minorities, breaking down stereotypes and enabling others to better understand persons of different races and ethnicities. Approximately 20 of these prestigious scholarships are awarded each year.

 More information, go to their website at http://www6.miami.edu/hammond/

Deadline: January 15, 2010

Seniors who plan to attend the University of North Florida and meet required SAT and/or ACT scores and GPA. Students are automatically considered for all merit-based scholarships. Priority Deadline: November 1st. complete admissions application. More at: http://www.unf.edu/finaid/scholarships/fl_fr_academic.html

Seniors who plan to attend the University of South Florida and meet required SAT and/or ACT scores and GPA. Students are automatically considered for all merit scholarships if their admission application meets the deadline. Amount: varies. For more information please visit the website:http://usfweb2.usf.edu/admissions/freshman_scholarships.htm

Deadline: January 2, 2008

All scholarships are for Florida residents only. Scholarships are given on the basis of high school academic records and SAT/ACT Scores. Non-Florida Tuition Grants are given to freshman and transfers for $5,000 per academic year. Scholarships are also given based on athletics for 13 varsity sports. More information can be received at 850-474-2934 or www.uwf.edu. Visit website to check out the University of West Florida’s 2007-2008Application for the John C. Pace Jr. Scholars Award. Please call 800-263-1074 or visit www.uwf.edu. The application deadline is February 2006 and the scholarship is a four-year $20,000 scholarship for full-time incoming freshman that are Florida residents.

 I have received communications from a number of colleges. This information is maintained on a clipboard that is found on the door of the CAP Office. You are welcome to view this information during your free time. We ask that you not remove this information without my permission form. Copies can be made upon request.

PLEASE SEE ME IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN RECEIVING A NOMINATION FOR ANY OF THE ABOVE INSTITUTIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS.

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ON THE INTERNET SCHOLARSHIPS
http://www.fastweb.com/ 
http://www.blackexel.org/linl4.htmhttp://www.absolutelyscholarships.com/exec/scholarship 
http://www.instudentloan.com/college-scholarships.html 
http://www.freschinfo.com 
http://www.scholarships.geoportals.com/  
http://www.collegefunds.net/free-scholarships.html 
http://www.scholarship-page.com 

FINANCIAL AID
http://www.fafsa.ed.gov     This is the website used to file for financial aid. NOTE:   THE NEW FORM WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL LATE JANUARY OF 2010                               http://www.ed.gov/studentaid this site contains the website Funding Your Education.
http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org this is where you register for Florida Bright Futures as well as other Florida state grants and scholarships – YOU CANNOT REGISTER BEFORE DECEMBER 1, 2009.  
* Try out this website: http://www.facts.org it has all kinds of information about Florida colleges as well as a career search database. You can apply on line to a number of universities as well as see how the state universities evaluate your transcripts as well as your eligibility for Bright Futures.
This is a web site maintained by the University of Illinois that contains links to the various college ranking services: (this is good) http://www.library.uiuc.edu/edx/rankabout.htm