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Leading By Legacy Foundation Scholarship
January 16, 2018
WELCOME TO THE LEADING BY LEGACY FOUNDATION
It is the mission of the foundation to sponsor and participate in programs that promote an interest in post secondary learning in students of all ages.
The foundation has three primary pillars:
- Provide financial assistance to students who have experienced particular challenges in their lives through scholarships.
- Offer web based resources for post-secondary experiences to differently abled students and their families.
- Promote scholarly readiness for students of all ages, especially those within marginalized communities.
Eligibility Requirements
Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for the scholarships, provided you meet the following requirements:
- Must be current high school seniors at the time of their application
- Must demonstrate leadership in school and/or the community
- Must be an active member of a community service program
- May be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or undocumented students*
- Recent recipients of either scholarship are able to apply for renewal of the scholarship.
- GPA must be 2.5 and higher
- SAT score must be 800 and higher
- ACT score must be 17 and higher
Application Timeline
Below is the timeline for interested applicants to plan the submission of their application to The Leading by Legacy Scholarship as well as key dates when eligible applicants will be notified:
- March 1: Interested applicants can begin to complete and submit The Leading by Legacy Scholarship application.
- May 1: The Final postmarked deadline in order to be considered for The Leading by Legacy Scholarship.
- May 1 – May 30: Applications are reviewed by the Program staff.
- June 15: Winners in the competition are notified.
BestMattressReviews Scholarship
April 3, 2017
BestMattressReviews.com Sleep Scholarship
At BestMattressReviews.com, we value education highly and want to give back to our community at large. We are also passionate about promoting sleep awareness and created this scholarship to both help further that cause and to help students pay for the increasing costs of higher education. This scholarship is intended to be used for tuition during the 2017-18 school year.
- Amount Awarded – $1,000
- Deadline – May 19th, 2017
- Non-Renewable
- However, BestMattressReviews.com will run a new scholarship every year.
Eligibility And Application Requirements
- Applicants must be current high school seniors attending school in the United States OR current college students already studying at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens
- Applicants must be anticipating completion of high school diploma at time of application or already in possession of high school diploma / GED
- Applicants must be planning to or already currently pursuing a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution
- Applicants must be carrying a minimum 3.0 GPA currently or at the end of their senior year
BestMattressReviews.com is looking for creative video applications that answer the following two questions:
- How important is sleep as a public health issue? Sleep has gotten a lot of coverage in the last few years and we’d like to know how you think it stacks up and why you feel that way. Please use research and statistics to back up your opinions.
- Describe your current relationship with sleep and assess the quality of that relationship. Research and cover at least two to three ways you think you should change your lifestyle/sleep hygiene habits to improve your sleep health and how you plan to implement them over the next year of your life.
Application Process
- Create a short video (no more than four minutes in length) answering the questions above and upload it to Youtube with the title “Best Mattress Reviews – Sleep Scholarship Application
- Create a single page google word doc and, in it, answer the following questions – please use full sentences and feel free to elaborate if you have more to say about any of these:
- What time do you usually wake up during the weekdays (on a typical week of school)?
- What time do you usually wake up during the weekends?
- Do you ever feel like you could fall asleep in class? If so, what time(s) of day do you get sleepy?
- On average, how many hours a night did you sleep during finals week? Do you feel like it was enough, too much or too little?
- Where do you keep your phone while you sleep? Is the ringer on or is it set to silent or vibrate?
- Do you usually go to bed at the same time every night? If so, what time is that on the weekdays and what time is that on the weekends?
- What’s typically the last activity you participate in before you go to bed each night?
- Have you been diagnosed with a sleep disorder?
- Do you feel like you have trouble sleeping? If yes, how has that affected you?
- Please email us with a link to the video, google doc with complete answers to the survey above, as well as the following information to applications@bestmattressreviews.com:
- Your full name, mailing address, and telephone number
- The name of the college/university that you will attend with proof of enrollment
- What majors/minors you’re currently interested in
By submitting your application, you agree to allow BestMattressReviews.com the use of your video for promotional purposes.
Additional Information:
- Winner will be selected based on the creativity and quality of their application.
- If the winner selected does not claim their prize within one week of being contacted, we will pick a new winner.
South Carolina Association for Education Technology Scholarship
March 24, 2017
Welcome to SCAET Scholarship Application
To start your scholarship application go to the following link (https://www.scaet.org/apps/scholarship/) and click the ‘Submit Application.’
- This scholarship was established by The South Carolina Association for Educational Technology.
- Applicants must be enrolled in and accepted into an CAEP/NCATE accredited teacher education program or
- library/media specialist program at a South Carolina college or university. All admission requirements for
- the respective program must be completed including passing PRAXIS Core scores (or SAT/ACT score waiver).
SCHOLARSHIP:
South Carolina Association for Educational Technology
ELIGIBILITY:
Full-time South Carolina residents who are fully admitted to an accredited teacher education program or library/media specialist program in South Carolina
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT:
$1,500 (based on available funds to be updated each year).
SCHOLARSHIP DATES:
Toward tuition for school year 2017-2018
DEADLINE TO APPLY:
May 15, 2017. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm. For questions, contact perkinsr@cofc.edu.
RENEWABLE:
Yes. Student must re-apply each year pending available funds.
FINANCIAL NEED:
Yes. Applicant must state they are eligible for financial aid. NOTE: This requires that the student has completed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) available at:
http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/English/fafsa.jsp
The South Carolina Association for Educational Technology is committed to providing leadership in the attainment of equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap or other legally
protected classification.
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Scholarships
February 22, 2017
CBC Spouses Education Scholarship
This scholarship fund was established in response to federal cuts in spending for education programs and scholarships. This is the foundation’s first educational program. The CBC Spouses Education scholarship is a national program that awards scholarships to academically talented and highly motivated students who intend to pursue full-time undergraduate, graduate or doctoral degrees. The Educational Scholarship Fund was established in 1988 and has experienced substantial growth. Recipients for this program are selected through volunteers in the district offices of the members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC). CBC Members work through local scholarship committees to award money to academically talented and highly motivated students.
Deadline: April
CBCF General Mills Health Scholarship
This scholarship program focusing on health was established in 1998 as the CBC partnered with the naming sponsor, General Mills, to increase the number of minority students pursuing degrees in the fields of medicine, engineering, technology, nutrition and other health-related professions. Since the inception of the program, General Mills has invested more than $1,000,000 to underwrite this initiative. The General Mills Health Scholarship has served hundreds of students over the years, and has helped to create leaders in the medical and health related fields.
Deadline: February
CBC Spouses Heineken USA Performing Arts Scholarship
Established in the year 2000, the CBC Spouses Heineken USA Performing Arts scholarship program was developed in honor of the late Curtis Mayfield to ensure that students pursuing a career in the performing arts receive the financial assistance to achieve their goals.
Deadline: May
CBC Spouses Visual Arts Scholarship
The CBC Spouses Visual Arts Scholarship was established in 2006 for students who are pursuing a career in the visual arts.
Deadline: May
CBCF Louis Stokes Health Scholars Program
The Louis Stokes Health Scholars program, sponsored by the United Health Foundation, seeks to increase the number of qualified, yet underrepresented, college students entering the health workforce. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate an interest to work in underserved communities. Students currently attending two-year institutions are strongly encouraged to apply.
Deadline: May
CBCF Environmental Studies Scholarship
The Environmental Studies Scholarship seeks to provide financial awards to minority and women college students pursuing a degree in environmental science or other related fields of study. Applicants should have a junior class standing in college with a declared major in environmental science or a related field, and understanding and acceptance of ServiceMaster’s core values. This scholarship offers $5,000 per semester to two students.
Deadline: July
Louis Stokes CBCF Scholarship at Case Western University
Every year, Case Western Reserve University awards the Louis Stokes CBCF Scholarship at Case Western Reserve University to two outstanding nominees who are nominated by CBC members. Intended to help economically and educationally disadvantaged students attain an education at Case Western Reserve University, the scholarship offers a full-tuition award, renewable for up to five years; a grant of up to $2,500 to cover the purchase of a computer and books; and assistance securing a paid summer internship. This program is open to all first-year students and transfer students from community colleges. In addition to completing an application for admission into Case Western, applicants must complete an additional 250-500 word essay. For additional information, visit the Case Western Reserve Scholarship page
**Immediate relatives (defined as: one’s parents, step-parents, siblings, spouse, children, step-children, foster children, in-laws, sibling in-laws, grandparents, great grandparents, step-great grandparents, grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews) are not eligible for CBCF scholarship programs**
The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro Scholarship Opportunities
January 31, 2017
Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro
The John R. Kernodle, Jr. Memorial Scholarship applications are due on February 17, 2017. Renewableaward (up to $10,000 per year) is for future teachers.
The Jason Christopher James Memorial Scholarshipapplications are due onFebruary 8, 2017. Award is for $1000 and is given to a student interested in politics, international relations and traveling, studying and/or living abroad.
The Thomas and Bettie O’Briant Scholarship applications are due on May 1, 2017. $1500 award is renewable for up to four years. Award is based on need and academic achievement.
The Tyler David Williams Memorial Scholarship applications are due on March 3, 2017. Renewable award is for $2,500.
The John Carlton Myatt WritingScholarship applications are due on April 15, 2017. Award is $3,000. Application information is available through each high school’s English department.
The William Bryant Evans and Lucy Teague Evans Memorial Scholarship applications are due March 3, 2017. $1,000 award is for residents of the McCleansville area and for students wishing to pursue a degree in science or the humanities. Renewable award is based on need and academic achievement.
Online application process can be found on our website: www.cfgg.org.
Leveling the Playing Field Asthma Scholarship
January 31, 2017
The Christopher D. Redding Youth Asthma Foundation is a nonprofit charitable organization with the mission of educating, advocating, and providing services for youth and families that are affected by a life which includes asthmatic conditions. The focus of the foundation is to lessen the adverse health effects on asthmatic children and young adults that are involved in athletics.
As a part of our foundational charter, the Christopher D. Redding Youth Asthma Foundation seeks to award annual scholarships to qualified high school seniors who are student-athletes and who have a medically documented diagnosis of asthma.
Scholarship applications are made available to assist with college education expenses for those students that have been confirmed to attend a two-year community college or a four-year college or university as a full-time student the following Fall. Scholarship award recipients will receive an award no less than $2,000.00.
Eligibility
To be considered for this college scholarship, a student must meet the following criteria:
1. You are a high school senior graduating by June of the current school year.
2. You participate in (a minimum of one) high school sports activity.
3. You have been involved in charitable activities such as community service or volunteer work.
4. You can provide documented evidence of an asthma medical condition by a medical professional.
Selection Criteria
All applications will be reviewed and selected by the Board of Directors of the Christopher D. Redding Youth Asthma Foundation. Scholarship recipients will be based upon student essay submissions, letters of recommendation provided by both a high school athletic director or coach and community service organization, and the content submitted on the attached student application form that has been provided.
Cameron Impact Scholarship
August 17, 2016
There are two opportunities to submit the Initial Online Application:
- Early Application Deadline for the Class of 2017 is May 27, 2016.
- Regular Application Deadline for the Class of 2017 is September 15, 2016.
Please note that a transcript and two (2) recommendations are required as part of the application process. These must be completed by the application deadline or your submission will not be considered. Applicants will receive a link to the recommendation form after they submit their portion of the application online.
The Selection Committee will choose a limited number of finalists (50-100) for face-to-face interviews (preferably at the applicant’s high school) before recipients are announced on December 15, 2016. Interviews will be conducted between June and November 2016.
Reward funds will be administered directly to the Financial Aid Office at the institution chosen by the recipient of the award. If an applicant who is awarded a Cameron Impact Scholarship earns another merit-based scholarship (i.e. military, athletics), the Foundation will discuss how the financial reward might be deferred to other educational expenses down the line. Annual renewal of the Cameron Impact Scholarship will be dependent upon continued attendance, good academic standing, and an acceptable code of conduct. Evidence of misconduct as determined by the Foundation, school, and legal authorities would result in withdrawal of any funds from the Foundation.
Recipients of the Cameron Impact Scholarship will be required to attend an annual Cameron Impact Scholars Award Ceremony and Summit for the duration of the Scholarship. Graduates of the Scholarship program are strongly encouraged to attend this annual event as well.
Scholarships January – June 2016
January 25, 2016Feb 1, 2016 AXA Achievement Community Award: Seniors who “demonstrate ambition and self-drive as evidenced by outstanding achievement in school, community or work-related activities” can apply apply for this scholarship. Apply at https://us.axa.com/axa-foundation/community-scholarships.html.
Feb 3, 2016 UNCF STEM Scholars Program: African-American seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA who wish to pursue a STEM major may be interested in applying for this. For more info, go to their website https://scholarships.uncf.org/Program/Details/3c41df47-d142-4e21-8d79-e10bd880a347
Feb 2, 2016Ziegler Firm Scholarship: Seniors- have an interest in the law? Write an essay on the designated topic and you could win this $1000 scholarship. http://brianzeiger.com/scholarship/
Feb 5, 2016 Walter Harrison Scholarship: Seniors who have been accepted into a post-secondary institution and will answer the autobiographical essay application may qualify for this, apply at: scholarshiphttps://cobbemc.com/walter-harrison-scholarship
Feb 11, 2016 Courageous Persuaders Scholarship: Students in 9th-12th grades can enter this competition by making a commercial warning their peers about underage drinking. For contest details, visit the site http://www.courageouspersuaders.com/contest.htm
Feb 15, 2016 Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship: Seniors who demonstrate leadership, dedication to community service, and have a minimum SAT score of 1,000 combined on the math and critical reading sections or a composite ACT score of 21, apply for this scholarship opportunity http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/
Feb 23, 2016 Lewis Elementary School Scholarship: Seniors who attended Lewis Elementary School for at least 3 years may apply for this scholarship by completing the application https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0kdeBr01sjWOHRjVVF2aDd6TEE/view
Feb 25, 2016 Cobb EMC’s Washington Youth Tour: Juniors can enter to win this scholarship/ amazing Washington summer internship https://cobbemc.com/youthtour
Feb 29, 2016 Buick Achievers Scholarship Program: Seniors planning to enroll full time in a 4 year college or university next year and want to study engineering, technology, or design related to cars may qualify for this scholarship: http://buickachievers.com/?utm_source=MDRe1&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=BA2016
March 1, 2016 Georgia Business Aviation Association and Foundation Scholarhips: Seniors with at least a 3.0 who are going to pursue a college education as a professional pilot or in aviation may qualify for the scholarship. Application is http://gbaa.org/
March 2, 2016 State Farm Good Neighbor Scholarship: Seniors with between a 2.5 and 3.2 GPA and plan to attend a 2 or 4 year school full time in the fall may apply for this scholarship https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/statefarmgoodneighborscholarship/
March 11, 2016 Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Alpharetta-Smyrna Alumni Chapter Scholarship: African-American male seniors who have at least a 2.5 GPA and a minimum 1100 SAT or 20 ACT score may qualify for this scholarship. Copies of the application are here:http://krimsoncommunityfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/2016-Scholarship-Application.pdf
March 18, 2016 Andrew College Pitts Scholarship: Students applying to Andrew College can fill our an addition application for this scholarship: https://www.andrewcollege.edu/pitts
May 23, 2016B. Davis Scholarship: Juniors and Seniors can apply for this $1000 scholarship by going to the site and writing an essay on the specified topic. Please apply: http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm
June 1, 2016 Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship: Seniors aspiring to attend a post-secondary institution for an animation related degree may submit an essay on a designated topic, apply at: http://www.animationcareerreview.com/animationcareerreviewcom-aspiring-animation-professional-scholarship-program
June 30, 2016Aspiring Nurse Scholarship: Seniors wishing to pursue a career in nursing can apply for this scholarship opportunity http://www.nursingschoolsalmanac.com/articles/2016-aspiring-nurse-scholarship
Street Angels Motorcycle Club Scholarship, Deadline May 31, 2014
April 30, 2014Street Angels Motorcycle Club is a group of women dedicated in its efforts to provide for the community an organization which promotes the safety of motorcycling, camaraderie and the patronage of the riding community. We strive to make great contributions to our riding community, as well as assisting those in need. The Scholarship was established in 2008 as another opportunity to give back to the community. We believe that pursuing an education at the post-secondary level is beneficial to the individual, the community and the economy. Because of this belief, we have decided to assist two individuals in their pursuit of higher education by providing educational funding. We will award one $500 first place, and one $250 second place scholarship.
Criteria:
Applicant must be a freshman entering a four-year college or university in 2014-2015
Applicant or parent/guardian must be a licensed motorcycle rider in the state of Georgia
Applicant must be a resident of Georgia
Applicant must have a minimum grade point average of 2.50 on a 4.00 scale
Applicant must provide an official transcript with the application packet
Applicant must provide one letter of recommendation with the application packet; this letter must be from an educator or guidance counselor at the applicant’s school
Applicant must provide proof of community service with the application packet
Applicant must submit a 500 word essay
Finalists must appear for an interview in the Atlanta area on June 14, 2014.
These applicants will be notified via telephone or U.S. mail. Winners are invited to the scholarship luncheon on June 22, 2014.
The application can be found at:
Atlanta Jamaican Association Scholarship, Deadline May 30, 2014
April 30, 2014High school seniors and current college students with a 3.0 GPA and at least one parent of Jamaican descent may apply for the Atlanta Jamaican Association (AJA) Scholarship. The additional requirements and a copy application can be found here: