Scholarships
Georgia Scholarship Programs
February 9, 2017
Programs and Regulations
As Georgia’s premier provider of student financial aid and educational services, we administer a variety of programs to help gain postsecondary training, certifications and degrees.
Scholarships: Money for college that does not have to be repaid. Awards may be based on past academic performance, special areas of study, academic excellence or other criteria. Example: Zell Miller Scholarship
Grants: Money available for college that does not have to be repaid. Awards may be based on financial need, past academic performance, service to the community or special areas of study. Example: HOPE Grant
Student Loans: Unlike a grant, a loan must be repaid. Loans should be used primarily to meet a gap in your educational cost (tuition, room and board, textbooks). Usually, students begin paying back their loans at the end of a grace period that begins once they have completed their education. Example: Student Access Loan (SAL)
Service-Cancelable Loans: Student loans that will not have to be repaid if certain conditions are met, such as working in a particular field or military service. Example: Scholarship for Engineering Education for Minorities (MSEE)
Military Programs: Money available for college that does not have to be repaid if certain conditions are met such as military service. Example: Georgia Military College State Service Scholarship
Aubrey Lee Brooks Scholarship
February 9, 2017| Description | |
| Established in 1955 by a Trust endowed by the late Aubrey Lee Brooks, these scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors from a 14-county area of North Carolina. The North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority provides central administration for the Brooks Foundation. | |
| Eligibility | |
Awards are made annually to seventeen (17) graduating high school seniors who meet all of the following criteria:
Of the 17 scholarships, one is awarded to a student from the areas of Greensboro and High Point and to a senior at the N.C. School of Science and Mathematics who is from an eligible county. Additional criteria include merit, leadership, character, and the desire of the recipient to prepare for a career as a useful and informed citizen. | |
| Value | |
| The scholarship provides for an award of about one-half the cost of an undergraduate education. The maximum award for the 2015-2016 academic year was $12,000. Brooks Scholars may receive additional funding for summer internships, research or travel abroad, and a one-time computer stipend of $2,500. The scholarship is renewable, provided the recipient has continued financial need, remains enrolled full-time at an eligible institution, and maintains a 2.75 cumulative grade point average and good citizenship. | |
| Application Procedure | |
To apply you must:
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U.S. News Path to College Scholarship
February 9, 2017The U.S. News & World Report has established the U.S. News Path to College Scholarship to assist high school students who plan to continue their education at a 4-year U.S. college or university.
Who is eligible to apply for the U.S. News Path to College Scholarship?
Applicants to this scholarship must:
- Be a freshman, sophomore, junior or senior in a U.S. public or private high school.
- Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited four-year U.S. college or university immediately following high school graduation.
- Be a United States citizen or lawful permanent resident.
- Have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent).
- Children of employees, or those living in the same household as employees, of U.S. News & World Report are ineligible to apply.
What is the value of the U.S. News Path to College Scholarship?
Two awards of $2,500 each will be granted to winning students!
When is the application for the U.S. News Path to College Scholarship due?
Your application must be submitted on or before January 31, 2017.
Best of luck to all who apply!
Joshua David Gardner Memorial Scholarship
February 9, 2017
The Joshua David Gardner Memorial Scholarship Endowment, Inc., was established in June 2006 to provide scholarships to students pursuing undergraduate degrees at historically black colleges and universities.
The Joshua David Gardner Memorial Scholarship Endowment also provides free information, workshops and seminars for middle school and high school students and their parents on the college preparation and application process. Information is also provided on financial aid opportunities.
The endowment was created after the death of our infant son, Joshua David Gardner, as a tribute to his memory and as a way to share our love and hope with others. Through this endowment, we hope to touch the lives of other students by helping them achieve their academic pursuits.
El & Eugenia Gardner
SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
- Open to United States citizens (ages 17-25) who are admitted or enrolled in an accredited four-year historically black college or university in the United States with a minimum grade point average (G.P.A.) of 2.8/4.0.
- Official Academic transcripts from high school or an accredited four-year college or university; Student must be seeking a bachelor’s degree or certificate of completion from an accredited institution and be a full-time or part-time student.
- Must provide an acceptance letter from the higher learning institution you are planning to attend
- Students should have ACT score of 21 or SAT score of 1200. Unofficial test score copies are acceptable
- Three letters of reference must be submitted, one from an academic reference, attesting to the applicant’s character, leadership ability, and academic ability.
- A 500-word essay on the topic of, “What is the importance of participating in political and social change processes?”
- A completed application form
- There are no major or field of study criteria or requirements
- Funds must be used for tuition, fees, and/or books
- Scholarship funds are not renewable
Number of Awards: At least two one-time $2,000 scholarships will be awarded annually.
Applications are accepted October 30 to April 30. Selected awardees will be notified in writing by May 31. Awards will be disbursed directly to the institution of higher education on or before August 1.
Applications must be received by April 30.
The James M. & Erma T. Freemont Foundation Scholarship Program
January 31, 2017
The James M. & Erma T. Freemont Foundation is pleased to announce the 2017-18 Freemont Scholarship Program.
The Freemont Foundation Scholarship Program is available to graduating high school seniors, undergraduate and graduate students. Selected from a nationwide pool of applicants, qualified recipients will become Freemont Scholars.
Through generous donations, the Freemont Foundation is able to provide scholarships to outstanding students. It is the duty of our dedicated Board of Directors to select the most outstanding individuals to receive these awards.
Scholarships will be awarded in the following categories:
Please click on one of the categories above to learn more and download the application.
Completed application packages must be postmarked by February 3, 2017.
Please submit any questions to: info@FreemontFoundation.co
Aspiring Nurse Scholarship
January 31, 2017
Nursing Schools Almanac is proud to announce our third annual Aspiring Nurse Scholarship. We will award a $1,000 scholarship to an aspiring nurse who best demonstrates:
- A track record of academic excellence, particularly in science and mathematics
- A passion for the nursing profession and the overall field of healthcare
Competition eligibility
This scholarship competition is open to all U.S. high school seniors who plan to pursue college education in nursing, including LPN / LVN, ADN, and BSN programs.
Disability.gov
November 17, 2016
Welcome to Disability.gov, the U.S. federal government website for information on disability programs and services nationwide.
The site connects people with disabilities, their families and caregivers to helpful resources on topics such as how to apply for disability benefits, find a job, get health care or pay for accessible housing. You’ll also find many organizations in your community that can help you get the support you need. And be sure to visit our Quick Links for fast, easy access to important information.
Let Disability.gov be your guide!
Carson Scholars Fund Grades 4 – 11
November 15, 2016
The Carson Scholars Fund awards $1,000 college scholarships to students in grades 4-11 who excel academically and are dedicated to serving their communities. Scholarship winners receive the honor of being named “Carson Scholars” and are awarded an Olympic-sized medal and a trophy for their school to celebrate their accomplishments. Previous winners of Carson Scholarships are eligible to reapply for Carson Scholar Recognition annually – please visit the Current Scholar page for more information.
An interested student must be nominated by an educator at his or her school to be able to compete for a Carson Scholarship. Only one student from each school is able to apply, ensuring that each nominee epitomizes academic excellence. Carson Scholars must have a minimum GPA of 3.75 and display humanitarian qualities through community service. Scholarships are awarded solely on the basis of academic achievement and humanitarian qualities, without regard to financial need, ethnicity, creed or religion.
If you are interested in learning more about the scholarship program, please view more detailed information for prospective scholars and educators. More information can also be viewed about how to request an application.
Requesting an application will add you to our distribution list, this is not the same as nominating a student for our scholarship program.
All schools that request an application will be added to our mailing list for our next scholarship season. All requests must come from educators or school administrators. Requests cannot be made for individual students, nor can applications be sent to students’ homes or personal emails. This policy ensures that educators can complete a fair and impartial nomination process to determine which student at their school would best meet the requirements for a Carson Scholarship.
If you fall into one of these categories, the Carson Scholars Fund has an existing relationship with and already distribute scholarship applications annually:
- Any school that has previously received an application
- Any school in Maryland, Delaware, or Washington, DC
- Any school in the Pittsburgh Public School District, Atlanta Public School District, Indianapolis Public School District, or Battle Creek (Michigan) Public School District
*If you are in one of these categories and the contact information for your school has changed (i.e. new principal, different contact person, etc.) please email Katie@carsonscholars.org
All educators are welcome to request an application. Educators can request an application by completing the Application Request Form below. At this time, our school nomination procedures do not allow homeschool parents or tutors to request applications unless all qualifying conditions as outlined in the Goals of the Carson Scholars Program are met.
If you are a parent or student that would like to request an application, please communicate your interest in having your school participate in the program by contacting an educator, guidance counselor or administrator at your school. Suggest that they request an application for your school by contacting katie@carsonscholars.org and following the instructions above. Requests from students, parents or individuals will not be processed.
More information on our scholarship program can be found on the prospective scholars,current scholars, educators, and alumni pages.
VFW Scholarships
November 15, 2016
Established in 1947, our Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. Each year, nearly 40,000 9-12 grade students from across the country enter to win their share of $2 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the program.
The national first-place winner receives a $30,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college or vocational/technical school. A complete list of other national scholarships range from $1,000-$16,000, and the first-place winner from each VFW Department (state) wins a minimum scholarship of $1,000 and an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C.
Annual Deadline to Apply: Nov 1
Click here for more information…
Thomas Law Offices Scholarship
November 15, 2016
Thomas Law Offices Offering $1,000 College Scholarship
Thomas Law Offices, a personal injury law firm in Louisville, Kentucky, is happy to announce that we’re now offering a once-yearly $1,000 scholarship to students who are currently attending or plan to attend their first year of college or graduate school in the upcoming semester. The rising costs of education are continuing to be a hardship many students struggle to overcome. Our Louisville, KY personal injury lawyers believe that by helping students overcome those struggles, our world can become a brighter place for future generations. This scholarship gives us an opportunity to do just that.
Scholarship Details and Guidelines
- Students can be attending or planning to attend any college or graduate school in the United States.
- Applicants can be pursuing any degree.
- All applicants must be attending or plan on attending for their first year.
- As proof of your first-year status, you will need to submit a digital copy of your acceptance letter—complete with the college letterhead—from that college.
- This year’s scholarship will be rewarded for the semester beginning January 2017.
- All applications are due by December 15, 2016.
Essay Topic
To apply, you’ll need to submit a 500+ word essay on the following topic:
How can we, as a nation and global community, lower the risks of texting and driving?
Once the application period closes, Thomas Law Offices will determine a winner based on the following factors: feasibility, originality, creativity, and the applicant’s level of knowledge in the topic as well as their ability to write a well-crafted essay. We aren’t necessarily looking for an “A”-grade essay from an English or law student, but rather an essay that explores the topic uniquely—one that perhaps encourages drivers to think about the dangers of texting and driving accidents in a new way.
By submitting your essay to us, you agree that your essay may be featured on our blog. We will publish the winning essay as well as a couple of the top contenders. We’ll let you know if your essay is chosen for publication. Published essays may appear with minor edits in place.
Application Instructions
To submit your application and essay, email us the completed essay, a digital copy of the acceptance letter from your college or graduate school verifying your first-year status, and some brief information about yourself to scholarship@thomaslawoffices.com.
In the body of your email include your name, address, phone number, and the name of your current/planned school. Feel free to include a brief paragraph telling us about yourself and your career-related goals, but this part doesn’t need to be very long or detailed. The essay should be attached as either a .DOC, .DOCX, .PDF, or .RTF, or included in the body of the email.
Send all applications and questions to scholarship@thomaslawoffices.com. We look forward to reading your applications!