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Scholarships 2008/2009All scholarship applications are available in the Guidance Office unless there is a Web Site to apply online for the scholarship. PLEASE CHECK THE DEADLINE DATE. WHEN THE SCHOLARSHIP RENEWS WITH ME FOR THIS SCHOOL YEAR, I UPDATE THE SCHOLARSHIP WITH A NEW DEADLINE DATE. If the scholarship needs an official transcript, please bring in the scholarship FIVE days in advance of the due date to the Guidance Office and we will attach the transcript and mail the scholarship for you.
COCA-COLA SCHOLARSHIPS SAE ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIPS MICHIGAN EDUCATION ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP MICHIGAN SOCIETY FOR MEDICAL RESEARCH ANNUAL ESSAY CONTEST. Essay subject and more information will be online. Student Finalist is awarded $500.00 cash prize; teacher of the finalist is awarded $100.00 cash prize. For more information go to the website: www.mismr.org. Deadline: February 8, 2008
BURGER KING SCHOLARS PROGRAM CALVIN COLLEGE- HOWARD HUGHES MEDICAL INSTITUTE SCHOLARSHIP AMERICAN LEGION MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP AMERICAN LEGION MEDICAL CAREER SCHOLARSHIP AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY NATIONAL PRESIDENT'S SCHOLARSHIP AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY GIRL SCOUT ACHIEVEMENT AWARD THE AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIPS: BREWER SCHOLARSHIP, WILSON SCHOLARSHIP, YOUTH CAREER LAW ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM, ORATORICAL CONTEST, EAGLE SCOUT OF THE YEAR AWARD, JUNIOR SHOOTING PROGRAM, BASEBALL PROGRAM. For further information go to the website www.michiganlegion.org. Various deadlines for 2008 so go to the Web site to check the deadlines. ABBOTT & FENNER SCHOLARSHIPS MUSKEGON COMMUNITY COLLEGE PERFORMANCE-BASED SCHOLARSHIP FOR MATHEMATICS AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES. Applicants must attend MCC, have completed four years of math, one year of physics, one year of chemistry, GPA in those classes must be 3.00 or higher, and overall GPA must be above 2.50. Deadline: April 15, 2008 MUSKEGON COMMUNITY COLLEGE LIFE SCIENCE DEPARTMENT PERFORMANCE BASED SCHOLARSHIP. Applicants must demonstrate a substantial interest or competency in biology, have an overall GPA of at least 2.00, have a GPA in biology courses of at least 2.50, and attach two letters of recommendation (one from a biology instructor or counselor). Deadline: April 15, 2008 MUSKEGON ROTARY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM. This scholarship is available only to those students who plan to attend either Baker College of Muskegon or Muskegon Community College. Candidates should represent a strong desire for education beyond high school and be exemplary citizens, highly motivated, and have a clear goal. Applications are available in the Guidance office. Deadline: March 28, 2008 MUSKEGON COMMUNITY COLLEGE BUSINESS DEPARTMENT PERFORMANCE-BASED SCHOLARSHIP. Applicants must have at least a 2.00 overall GPA and at least a 3.00 GPA in business courses. The five areas of performance are Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, DECA, and Office Systems Education. Deadline: April 15, 2008 MUSKEGON COMMUNITY COLLEGE HEALTH, PHYSICAL EDUCATION, AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PERFORMANCE-BASED SCHOLARSHIP. Applicants must respond to two questions on the application and will need two recommendations (one from a counselor, employer, or an instructor). The career related to HEALTH is for health teachers/athletic training only. Deadline: COLLEGE STEPS PROGRAM & SCHOLARSHIP SWEEPSTAKES. Seniors have the chance to win a $1,000 scholarship to their choice of any U.S. higher institute of learning. There will be four drawings for the $1,000 college scholarships in the Midwest area. These will be held in November, January, March, and May. All seniors need to do is visit www.jostens.com and click on the "Educators Services" tab to find a link to the CollegeSTEPS Program & Scholarship Sweepstakes sign up page. You can enroll between Now (October, 2007) and May 29, 2008. No essays or applications, simply a random drawing that any student can win. MICHIGAN OIL & GAS PRODUCERS EDUCATION FOUNDATION. Applicants must have a 3.00 GPA (4.00 scale). They must be accepted at a Michigan university or community college, and must be pursuing a degree in an energy related field of study to seek employment in the oil and gas business, or an energy related business, and have financial need. Go to www.mogpef.org for an application. Deadline: April 1, 2009. SPECS HOWARD HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM. This competition is for seniors interested in a career in radio or television. Applicants must take an exam in order to enter the competition which will take place on December 6, 2008. This scholarship is to be used toward enrollment at Specs Howard School in Southfield, Michigan. You may call 248.358.9000 for more information or go to their web site at www.specshoward.edu. Deadline: December 5, 2008 (to register for the test). CREATE A GREETING CARD SCHOLARSHIP (THE GALLERY COLLECTION). No purchase is necessary to enter the annual $10,000 contest to create a holiday card, birthday card, or all-occasion greeting card. Participants should register on the www.gallerycollection.com website for rules and how to enter the contest. Deadline: January 15, 2008. LAKE MICHIGAN CREDIT UNION LLOYD F. HUTT SCHOLARSHIP. Applicants must be a member of this credit union or their parents must be a member. Applicants must write a 750 to 1500-word essay on "What were your childhood dreams? How will you keep them alive?" There will be eight $2,000 winners. Go to the website www.LMCU.org for an application and more information or you may pick up an application in the Guidance Office. Deadline: Postmarked January 31, 2008 MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION ALUMNI ASSOCIATION. The $1,000 scholarship is for incoming freshmen who intent to pursue a career in K-12 education. Go to http:www.educ.msu.edu (News and Announcements) and click on COEAA Freshman Scholarship Application link. Deadline: January 11, 2008 RAY B. SMITH MEMORIAL ROTARY SCHOLARSHIP. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, rank in the upper 1/3 of their class, and demonstrate continued involvement in community service work. Preference will be given to applicants who have participated in a sport. The Community Foundation for Muskegon County general application process shall be used. Go to www.cmfcc.org and click on "Scholarships" and then "how to apply". Applicants may specify in the narrative their interest in this scholarship which awards a one-time $5,000 scholarship. Deadline: March 1, 2008 RARE FOUNDATION "EVERYDAY HERO" WRITING SCHOLARSHIP. Applicants must submit a 500 word essay on the theme, "My Everyday Hero - A True Difference Maker". If you essay is selected, you will be awarded a $2,000 scholarship and your Everyday Hero will receive a $1,000 honorarium. Go to www.rarefoundation.org for additional information. Deadline: Received by February 27, 2009 LEM TUCKER JOURNALISM SCHOLARSHIP. Applicants must be accepted to Central Michigan University, have a GPA of 3.00 or better, have a minimum score of 18 on the ACT, or a minimum of 850 on the SAT. Applicants must also submit a published print or broadcast work. Deadline: March 3, 2008 THE ART INSTITUTES SCHOLARSHIPS. There are various scholarships available including Art & Writing, Culinary Arts, Graphic Design, etc. Please visit the Web Site http://www.artinstitutes.edu/financialaidscholarships.asp. There are various deadlines depending on what scholarship you are interested in. Deadlines starting at February 8, 2008 MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OF MUSKEGON COUNTY. One $2000 scholarship is awarded to students planning to transfer to MSU. Applications are in the Guidance Office. Deadline: March 1, 2008 BIG SUN SCHOLARSHIP. All student athletes are eligible for this award of $500 regardless of which sport they are participating in. Visit the website at http://www.bigsunathletics.com to learn how to apply. Deadline: June 27, 2009 SCHOLASTIC SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST. Enter a chance to win a scholarship by completing the entry form and writing a two-page essay. Visit www.scholastic.com/collegesuccess for more contest details and essay-writing tools. Complete the entry form and submit it with your essay. Deadline: April 18, 2008 SERVICE 1 FEDERAL CREDIT UNION - THE CALVIN PETERSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP. Applicants must be a member of Service 1 Federal Credit Union or the child or grandchild of a member of Service 1 Federal Credit Union. Download an application from www.service1fcu.com. Deadline: Postmarked by February 1, 2009 STUDENT INSIGHTS - 2008 STUDENT-VIEW SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM. This program is offering $8,000 worth of scholarships to college bound seniors. Student Insights is a market research firm helping colleges and universities communicate more effectively with high school seniors. You will need to log on to www.student-view.com and complete a 15 to 20 minute application survey about colleges in your area. Deadline: April 22, 2008 MUSKEGON COMMUNITY COLLEGE - MUSKEGON SCHOLARS. This scholarship is for students entering the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Applicants could be awarded up to $4100. Go to the Web Site for more information: www.muskegonscholars.org. Deadline: April 15, 2008 ADAM KIEFT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP. Applicants must show a desire to work with youth and/or a love for sports and/or be interested in pursuing certification or a degree in mechanics. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline: April 17, 2008 WENDY'S HIGH SCHOOL HEISMAN SCHOLARSHIP. Applicants must have at least a "B" grade average and participate in at least one school-sponsored sport. Go to the web site www.wendysheisman.com to register and begin the application process. Deadline: October 1, 2008 by 5:00 p.m. central time. GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARS. Applicants must be African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American, have at least a GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale, meet the Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria, and demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, extra-curricular or other activities. Go to the web site www.gmsp.org to apply. Deadline: January 12, 2009 at 11:59 p.m. EST for online or postmarked by January 12, 2009. HORATIO ALGER ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM. Applicants must have financial need, have exhibited integrity in overcoming personal adversity, and will be pursuing a bachelor's degree. Go to the web site www.horatioalger.com/scholarships to apply. Deadline: October 30, 2008 NALS OF MICHIGAN SCHOLARSHIP. The National Association for Legal Professionals will award $1,000 based on scholastic achievements, future career goals, demonstration of financial need, and leadership ability. Applicants must have at least a B average. Go to their web site for an application: www.nalsofmichigan.org/ScholarshipFund.htm. Deadline: Postmarked by January 15, 2009 TOYOTA COMMUNITY SCHOLARS. Applicants must have a G.P.A. of at 3.00 or better, be actively involved in a service organization or project that has a positive impact on the school and/or community, and plan to pursue an undergraduate degree at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States. See your counselor if you wish to apply. Deadline: Postmarked by December 1, 2008 KFC COLONEL'S SCHOLARS PROGRAM. Applicants must maintain a 2.75 G.P.A. or higher, enroll in a public, in-state college or university from the state they live in, and pursue a bachelor's degree. Applicants must also complete a FAFSA (financial aid form). Students can complete their application online at www.kfcscholars.org. The online application will be available from December 1, 2008 through February 10, 2009. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FEDERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM ADMINISTRATORS (NAFEPA) SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM. Applicants need to be in financial need, be involved in extra-curricular activities within the community, will need 3 letters of recommendation, and write a 300 word essay. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline: December 31, 2008 EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP. Applicants must be admitted to the University. A GPA of 3.20 or better is required, an essay of 250 words or less, and a sponsorship by a parent or grandparent who is an EMU alumna/alumnus. Go to www.emich.edu/alumni/awards/scholar.html for an application and/or more information. Deadline: March 6, 2009 WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY MEDALLION SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION. Applicants must be a degree-seeking student enrolled at WMU, have a cum GPA of 3.70 or higher at the end of their junior year, and an ACT composite score of 26 or higher. Students who meet this criteria, an application fee of $35, and ensure all documents necessary for admissions are received by WMU by December 5, 2008 will be invited to compete. All students who participate in the January 24, 2009 competition will receive a minimum of a $3,000 Dean's Scholarship for the 2009-10 academic year. Deadline: December 5, 2008 RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM. Applicants must submit a personal statement, letter of recommendation, and a current (2007 or 2008) copy of the IRS Form 1040 used to document total income. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline: February 16, 2009 GERALD R. FORD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP. Applicants must be accepted to Davenport University, have a minimum GPA of 3.75 and a minimum ACT score of 31. Recipients also are selected based on an essay describing how they have and will model the character and values of President Ford and an interview with the selection commmittee. Apply online at http://fordscholarship.davenport.edu. Deadline: January 15, 2009 PLEASE NOTE: IF YOUR SCHOLARSHIP NEEDS AN OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT YOU WILL NEED TO BRING IT TO THE GUIDANCE OFFICE AND WE WILL MAIL THE SCHOLARSHIP FOR YOU. ALL SCHOLARSHIPS ARE DUE IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE FIVE (5) DAYS IN ADVANCE OF THE SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE DATE.
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