National/Other Scholarships

National/Other Scholarships

DUE DATES LISTED ARE BASED ON LAST YEAR’S DEADLINES AND MAY CHANGE.  TURN IN SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS TO YOUR COUNSELOR TWO WEEKS BEFORE THE SPECIFIED DUE DATE.  LISTEN TO ANNOUNCEMENTS AND CHECK WITH YOUR COUNSELOR FOR DATE CHANGES.

AXA Foundation Scholarships

The AXA Achievement^sm Scholarship in association with U.S. News & World Report  provides $670,000 in annual scholarships to young people throughout the nation. Winners are selected both at the state and national level. For more information on this and other scholarships they provide, visit their website at www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievement-scholarship.html.  Only the first 10,000 applications are processed so apply early!

Deadline: February 1

Ron Brown Scholar Program
This scholarship is available to academically talented African-American students.  A minimum of ten students are designated Ron Brown Scholars and will receive $10,000 annually for four years.  Applications received by early deadline will be considered for the Ron Brown Scholar Program and forwarded to a select number of additional scholarship providers.  Applications received by final deadline will be considered for Ron Brown Scholar Program only.  www.ronbrown.org

Early Deadline: November 15          Final Deadline: January 9

McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship
This is available to high school seniors who have demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit by owning and operating their own business while in high school.  www.mckelveyfoundation.org

Deadline: January 15

DECA Scholarships
Scholarships available for students involved with DECA. A list of scholarships, deadlines, and application forms are available in the counseling office or at www.deca.org/high-school-programs/scholarships/

Deadline: January 15

Agriculture Scholarship

Open to high school seniors across the U.S, the scholarship program awards one-time gifts of $1500 to 100 students annually. To qualify, seniors must have an immediate family actively engaged in production agriculture, have an above-average academic record, and plan to enroll as a full-time student in an agriculture-related academic major at an accredited school. Applications are not limited to FFA members. www.nafb.com/foundation/scholarship-program

Deadline: June 6

Scholastic Scholarship
Applicants compete by composing a two-page/500 word essay on a specified topic.  Grand prize winners will receive $15,000, second prize will receive $1,500, and third prize will receive $200.  www.scholastic.com/collegesuccess

Deadline: March 10

Recreational Boating Industries

This scholarship may be based on merit and/or need.  www.mbia.org/content.aspx?page=programs_rbief

Deadline: April 1

Harvest Foundation Scholarship

The award is available to students pursuing a career in the RV/campground industry.  www.marvac.org/harvest.html 

Deadline: March 27

Cystic Fibrosis Scholarship Foundation

This program is available to those students with CF who will be enrolled in an undergraduate program or vocational school.  Scholarships will be awarded based on a combination of financial need, academic achievement, and leadership.  Generally, grants of $1,000 are given.  www.cfscholarship.org

Deadline: March 23

Rosa L. Parks Scholarship

Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA or higher with demonstrated financial need, and verified participation in community service.  An essay and support letters will be necessary as well.   www.rosaparksscholarshipfoundation.org

Deadline: Must be postmarked March 1.

AAA School Safety Patrol

Students who have been a School Safety Patrol Officer and have participated in community service activities can apply for this scholarship. Per specific guidelines for the scholarship, seniors must contact their counselor to apply.

Deadline: April 4

M.I.T.E.S. Scholarship

Available to students who have participated in the M.I.T.E.S. competition. 

Deadline: April 4

Quota Scholarship

Students with a speech or hearing impairment may apply for this scholarship. 

Deadline: April 25

Native American Scholarships

For information regarding financial aid for Native American Students, visit www.finaid.org/otheraid/natamind.phtml

Latino College Dollars

Various scholarships are available for Latino students through this website and publication. A booklet is available in the counseling office or you can visit the website at www.latinocollegedollars.org.

American College Foundation Visionary Scholarship

This scholarship is available for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. Criteria for selection involve academic success, an essay, and an interview. For more information, visit www.americancollegefoundation.org.

GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship

Eligible students are college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. Recipients will each receive $40,000 in college scholarship funds. Applications for the will be available in November. Additional information on the GE-Reagan Foundation scholarship can be found at www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships.

Deadline: January 7

Through The Looking Glass
Through the Looking Glass will award students of parents with disabilities two separate scholarship awards: one for graduating high school seniors who will be attending college, and one for currently enrolled college students. For more information go to http://lookingglass.org/scholarships/index.php.

Deadline: March 1

Asian and Pacific Islander Scholarship Fund

APIASF creates opportunities for students to access, complete, and succeed after post-secondary education; thereby developing future leaders who will excel in their careers, serve as role models in their communities, and will ultimately contribute to a more vibrant America. Since 2003, APIASF has distributed nearly $90 million in scholarships to AAPI students across the country and in the Pacific Islands.  https://secure.apiasf.org/.

Deadline: January 8

ApartmentList.com Scholarship

Award of $2500 quarterly. Any legal U.S. resident at least 18 years old who meets one of the following criteria is eligible:

• Currently attending high school and will be attending an accredited university or college in the next academic year.
• Currently attending an accredited university or college (undergraduate and graduate students are both eligible).

For more information go to https://www.apartmentlist.com/scholarship.

Deadlines:  Spring- March 1.        Summer- June 1.        Fall- September 1.        Winter- December 1. 

American Legion Scholarships

Numerous scholarship opportunities are available through the American Legion. Information can be found here: www.michiganlegion.org/scholarships.html.

Accredited Schools Online Financial Aid Guide for Minority Students

This expert-driven guide includes an extensive list of scholarships and financial aid resources available specifically for minority students. The guide also includes tips for finding and securing scholarships and other financial aid. For more information go to http://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/resources/college-scholarships-for-minority-students/.

Scholarships for DREAMers

The Dream.US is a national scholarship fund for immigrant youth who have received DACA, who want to obtain a college education and give back to their communities.TheDream.US provides college scholarships to highly motivated DREAMers who want to get a college education but cannot afford it. Their scholarships will help cover tuition and fees for an associate’s or bachelor’s degree at one of their Partner Colleges. Note: You must be accepted to and eligible for in-state tuition (if applicable) at one of their Partner Colleges in order to receive the Scholarship. More information can be found at http://www.thedream.us/scholars/.

Deadline: February