- Hanford High
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HJUHSD Local Scholarship Program
- The HJUHSD Local Scholarship Program has partnered with Going Merry to host our local scholarships and offer you State and National Scholarships.
- Below is a link to Going Merry and the "How To" information.
- You can start uploading your Supporting Documents now! You need a Resume, Personal Statement/Scholarship Essay, at least 3 letters of Recommendation and a copy of your 7th Semester Transcript. You will request that after semester grades come out.
- State and National Scholarships have already started taking applications, so please be sure to log on to Going Merry on a regular basis for new scholarships.
- Our local scholarships will be available for application on December 1, 2020. Please let me know if you need any help.
- Going Merry Link:
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How to apply for the HJUHSD Local Scholarships:
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Create a Going Merry account/profile by visiting www.goingmerry.com or click on the GM Logo above.
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Create an account using your personal email address-not your school email address. And make the address appropriate
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Identify 2 - 3 individuals who can write you a letter of recommendation. Two letters are required from: A staff member, community member, employer/former employer, clergy, etc. You need to request your letters of recommendation asap to be able to move on in the scholarship application process. You can send requests for letters of recommendation with your Going Merry profile. It's super easy! (Please allow up to 3 weeks to receive your letter).
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Complete any additional information needed. Include any additional pages, essays, art submissions, etc. as required for those scholarships that ask for them and upload them to your Going Merry account. Links to required documents for scholarships asking for additional forms required are below. Please upload these documents to your Going Merry profile in your "Documents" folder. Label file with scholarship name.
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Fill out the "Transcript request form" in January, on the District website. You should request one (1) sent to you via email. That is the one that you will be uploading to Going Merry! If the scholarship that you are applying for requires an "Official Transcript in a sealed envelope", then you will also request those using the same form. You will need to come to HHS to pick that up in the main office from the Registrar. If a scholarship deadlines prior to January, and is requiring a current transcript, you will still need to request a new one in January. The January transcript will include grades from the first semester of your senior year. Your fall transcript does not.
Items that you will need to create to apply for scholarships:
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Student resume - Include all activities, clubs and organizations and athletic teams that you have been active in while in High School.
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Scholarship Essay/Personal Statement - NEW! All the HJUHSD Local Scholarships require that you write three short essays.
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Letters of Recommendation - You should upload 2-3 letters of recommendation to be included in your application. Letters of Rec can be from HHS Staff, your Elementary and Middle School Staff or other members of the community. A good rule of thumb is to give your recommender a "Student Activities Record" (Available in student tools") or a Resume so that they have plenty of information to include in your letter.
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Transcript - A seventh semester transcript is required to be attached to all "Local Scholarship Program" applications. For Special Applications, please follow the directions on the application. Some apps require transcripts and some do not. Also, be aware of the type of transcript they are requesting. Official Transcripts - Require a signature and District stamp. Sealed Transcripts require that your official transcript be put into a sealed envelope by the Registrar. You can request your transcript from Mrs. Lourenco in the Main Office.
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Awards and Honors - Some scholarships require that you include certificates or citation letters for the awards and honors that you have been given. Scan these items and save as a PDF to include them in your applications.
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NOTE: All "Required Document" areas must be filled with a document before you can "submit" an application. Once all required documents are attached to the application, the program will allow you to submit your application. Not all applications require the same attachments, so please be sure the required documents are attached.
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ONGOING/MULTIPLE SCHOLARSHIPS
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American Welding Foundation Scholarship - Ongoing
American Welding Foundation Scholarship
Application Deadline: Ongoing
Award Amount: Varies Number of Awards: Varies
Description:
The AWS Foundation is dedicated to advancing educational opportunities to students preparing for a career in the welding and related joining technologies. Applicant must be planning to attend a trade school, community college, or other facility providing welder training.The AWS Foundation awards over $1 million in scholarships annually for education and training in welding and related fields! Applicants should complete online application and email it to weldertraining@aws.org - filing period: ONGOING https://www.aws.org/foundation/page/scholarships
Selection Criteria
Personal Statement Essays
General Background (Max 500 words) - Information about yourself and why you want to pursue a career in the welding industry.
Work/Welding Experience (Max 250 Words) - Describe any prior experience you have with welding or other related fields.
Career Objectives (Max 250 words)
Transcripts - Secure a copy of your most recent transcript.
Additional requirements listed on website.
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Big Future Scholarships sponsored by College Board
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Earn entries in monthly drawings for $500 and $40,000 scholarships by completing steps on BigFuture. Log in to your account, complete steps on your dashboard, and earn entries to win. One step completed = one entry in each monthly scholarship drawing. There are scholarship drawings starting January of your sophomore year until February of your senior year.
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$2000.00 Sallie Mae Scholarship
The $2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship Sweepstakes (the "Sweepstakes") begins at 12:00:01 AM Eastern Time ("ET") Sunday, January 01, 2023 and ends at 11:59:59 PM ET on Sunday, December 31, 2023 (the "Sweepstakes Period"). Sponsor's computer is the official clock for this Sweepstakes. The $2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship Sweepstakes is only open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and any US Territory age 17 or older at the time of entry, and who meet one (1) of the four (4) following eligibility requirements at the time of entry:
- a parent who currently has a child enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States;
- a student who is currently enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States;
- a parent who currently has a child enrolled as a high school senior located within the United States;
- a student who is currently enrolled as a high school junior or senior who intends to enroll in an accredited college or university located with the United States, within a year of graduating high school ("Entrant").
Void outside the U.S. and wherever prohibited by law. Click here for Official Rules.
* All applications submitted past the current deadline date up till 11:59 PM ET will be considered for the next deadline.
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Stokes Educational Scholarship Program - Awarded every three months
Amount: Tuition for the college of your choice
Criteria: Major in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering or Math
Application Process: https://www.studentscholarshipsearch.com/featured/
Deadline Varies
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California Teachers Association Scholarships - Multiple deadlines
California Teachers Association Scholarships - Multiple deadlines
Number of Awards: Varies Amount of Awards: Caries
Note: The first deadline for the CTA Scholarship for dependent Children is January 29, 2021. Check CTA Website for additional Scholarships and their deadlines.
The California Teachers Association (CTA) is proud to sponsor a number of scholarships through their scholarship program. Applicants must be claimed as a dependent on their parents'/guardians' current tax forms and must be the dependent of an active, retired, or deceased CTA member. GPA should reflect high academic achievement. . Requires Official Transcript. Applications are available on the CTA website. (Please also download and read the Brochure with additional instructions.). See the CTA website to find the application to all scholarships sponsored by CTA.
Scholarships are awarded based on: Applicant's Statement - 50%, School and Community Activities - 20%, 2 Letters of Recommendation - 15% each. Requires official transcript and a 250-word essay describing your personal vision, unique qualities and future goals (Explain any special circumstances related to medical, physical or psychological condition that may have affected your grades).
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California-Hawaii Elks Assoc Vocational Grant - On going application
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California-Hawaii Elks Assn. Vocational Grant - On going application
Number of Awards: Varies Award Amount: Varies
Description: Students must plan to pursue an eligible two-year or less vocational/technical course. A student who is planning to continue college toward a Bachelors's degree is not eligible to apply. The application can be accessed at the California-Hawaii Elks website: https://chea-elks.org/youth-activities/scholarships/ completed online and printed out. Applications are accepted all year but must be submitted within 90 days of receipt of application (the date is automatically entered on the application when you start it). Students can also apply to renew this scholarship for one year.
Criteria: Applicants will be judged on the following: motivation, financial need, showing of good aptitude toward chosen vocation, grades, completeness, neatness, and following of directions in completing the application.
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November 13, 2023 - Elk’s Most Valuable Student Scholarship
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship - November 13, 2023
Award Amount: $1,000.00 - $12,500.00 # of Awards: 500
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- The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships to the highest-rated applicants in the 2023 competition.
- Male and female students compete separately.
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Ranging from $1,000 per year to $12,500 per year, Most Valuable Student scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college or university. All scholarships are in the form of certificates of award conditional upon the full-time enrollment of the winner in an accredited U.S. college or university.
You can access the application using your Going Merry Account or by clicking the link below.
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Nov 15, 2023 - A.W. Bodine - Sunkist Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: Nov 15, 2023
# of Awards: Varies Amount of awards: Varies, but typically $2000.00
The A.W. Bodine-Sunkist Memorial Foundation awards scholarships to students with a personal or family involvement in Arizona or California agriculture. Established in 1985, the A.W. Bodine-Sunkist Memorial Foundation has awarded nearly 300 scholarships over the years — all of which have been presented to students connected to the farming industry, including many of whom are the first in their families to attend college. The A.W. Bodine-Sunkist Memorial Foundation honors the memory the former Sunkist Director Arthur W. Bodine. Sunkist is proud to play a role in the success of these outstanding students.
You can apply online (Preferred way), or by downloading and emailing or mailing the application to the organization.
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Nov 19, 2023 - College of the Sequoias Foundation Scholarships
Amount: VariousCriteria: First-time college student planning to attend COS in fall 2024.Deadline: November 19, 2023One application for MANY scholarships!Even if COS is your back-up school, you should apply for these scholarships! -
Nov 30, 2023 - Dr. Juan Andrade Scholarship for Young Hispanic Leaders
Amount: $1,000 - 500 Plus a trip to United States Hispanic Leadership Institute in Chicago
Criteria: Seniors with Leadership qualities, must be accepted for enrollment full-time 2 or 4-year college.
Application: https://www.ushli.org/dr-juan-andrade-scholarship-for-young-hispanic-leaders/
Deadline: November 30, 2023
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Nov 30, 2023 - Education Matters Scholarship
Education Matters Scholarship
Application Deadline: November 30, 2023
Amount: $5,000
Applicants must:
This award is for U.S. students.| Must be 14 years of age or older to apply.| Must be a legal U.S. resident.| Must reside in the 50 United States or the District of Columbia.
Submit an online written response to the question:
"What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn't matter, or that college is a waste of time and money?" (250 words or less)
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Dec 1, 2023 - Dell Scholarships
Amount: $20,000 for up to 6 years
GPA: 2.4 or better
Criteria: High School students having financial need, wanting to attend a 4-year college. Students in the Upward Bound program are eligible to apply. Other "College Ready" programs are listed on the Dell Scholarship website.
Deadline: December 1, 2023
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Dec 1, 2023 - Educational Employees Credit Union Student Grant
Amount: $2,000
EECU’s Student Grant Programs provide grants to help members pay for school-related expenses. The programs are open to members who are pursuing a post-high school education at a community college, university/college, vocational/technical school, or advanced professional training in the U.S.
Applicants will complete and submit the grant application online. The following documents must be uploaded to the online application prior to submission:
- Two letters of recommendation in PDF format. Please review the Letter of Recommendation Requirements for an overview of information the letter should include.
- Electronic transcript(s) in PDF format from the educational institution(s) you have attended. See Frequently Asked Questions below for more information about transcripts.
- If currently enrolled, a list of courses you are currently taking/work in progress (if not listed on transcript) in PDF format.
View our Frequently Asked Questions or contact Michelle Hernandez at 559-437-7840 for more information.
Recommended browsers: Chrome, Firefox or Safari. The grant application site is not compatible with Internet Explorer and you may encounter errors while trying to navigate the application portal.
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Dec 1, 2023 - Ron Brown Scholarship Program
# of Awards: 50 Amount of Award: $40,000.00
The Ron Brown Scholarship honors the legacy of Ronald H. Brown through a selective scholarship program that advances higher education for community-minded and intellectually gifted African Americans.
Eligibility
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Must be Black/African American.
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Must excel academically.
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Must exhibit exceptional leadership potential.
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Must participate in community service activities.
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Demonstrate financial need.
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Be a US citizen or hold a permanent resident visa card.
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Be a current high school senior at the time of your application.
NOTE: Current college students are not eligible to apply.
Look for this scholarship on your Going Merry Account.
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Dec 15, 2023 - Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship
Amazon Future Engineers Scholarship - Deadline: December 15, 2023
Award: $40,000 Amount: unknown
At Amazon, supporting underserved students in their computer science education is not only important to us–it’s imperative to building a diverse tech industry and future. Our Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship program provides students like you with an opportunity to upgrade their careers with a $40,000 scholarship, plus a paid summer internship programming at Amazon.
Requirements:
- Be a high school senior in the U.S. who is currently enrolled in or who has completed a high school or college dual degree course where computer science, engineering, or robotics is the subject. Students who have not taken this course can opt-in to take an assessment offered by Amazon.
- Must be authorized to work in the US. Example: Employment Authorization Document holder, Permanent Resident, or US Citizen.
- Be planning to attain a bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, robotics, or other computer science related field of study from an accredited 4-year college or from a 2-year college with the intent to transfer to a 4-year college.
- Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.3 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent).
- Must demonstrate financial need.
Apply using your Going Merry Account!
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Dec 16, 2023 - NACME Scholarships - Various awards
NACME partners with like-minded entities to provide scholarships, resources, and opportunities for high-achieving, underrepresented minority college students pursuing careers in engineering and computer science. By supporting their academic endeavors and professional development, NACME produces well-qualified candidates that meet today’s urgent hiring demands for more diverse STEM talent.
NACME is responsible for over $5 million in scholarships awarded annually to underrepresented minority (URM) students. NACME supports approximately 1,000 underrepresented minority engineering and computer students annually.
Scholarship Eligibility
To be eligible for any of the NACME administered scholarships students must either be a high school senior, within one year of graduating from high school, or matriculating at a community college with the intent to pursue an engineering or computer science program at a NACME Partner Institution, or be currently matriculating in an engineering or computer science program at a NACME Partner Institution, a US citizen or permanent resident, and meet the minimum GPA requirements of the relevant scholarship. NACME's mission is to increase representation of Black/African American, Latinx/Hispanic-American and Native/American Indian in the fields of engineering and computer science.
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Dec 16, 2023 - Equitable Excellence Scholarship
# of Awards: 12 Award Amount: $20,000.00
Overview
In alignment with Equitable’s own mission of helping people achieve financial security so that they can face the future with confidence, the Equitable Excellence Scholarship places an emphasis on empowering students’ future plans so that they can continue to have positive impacts in their community.
To support students throughout their academic journeys, Equitable will provide 100 $5,000 annual scholarships that will be renewed to award recipients each academic year for four years, for a total of $20,000 per recipient.
The company will also award 100 one-time $2,500 scholarships that can help students to underwrite immediate costs associated with higher education such as tuition, books or room and board.
Equitable Excellence award winners come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences, but are united by their drive, determination, and strong character.
Eligibility
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Be current high school seniors who plan to enroll full-time in an accredited two- or four-year college or university in the United States for the entire upcoming academic year.
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Be a United States citizen or legal resident living or claiming residency in one of the 50 U.S. states, District of Columbia or Puerto Rico.
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Be willing to provide a release to publicize their identities and information about their achievements along with photographs for use in Program promotion/information.
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Must demonstrate outstanding achievement in a school, community, or workplace activity.
This Scholarship can be found on Going Merry
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Dec 31, 2023 - United AG Scholarship
United AG Scholarship - Deadline: December 31, 2023
Number of Awards: Varies Award Amount: Varies
Since 1989, UnitedAg and its Agribusiness Education Foundation has awarded $1,311,000 in scholarships. In 2018, UnitedAg will award up to $75,000 in scholarships! Applicants must be affiliated with a UnitedAg member company either as self, spouse, child or grandchild of the employee. Minimum 2.5 GPA .Requires two-page essay on the topic: "Farmers are faced with new challenges and opportunities every day; what do you perceive as the top issues impacting agriculture? Why?"; resume; 3 letters of recommendation; copy of transcript; and 4x6 photo. If you want your financial situation to be considered, you will submit current financial statements, etc.). The online (and paper) application is available on sponsor's website:
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Dec 31, 2023 - Brock Toledo Jarrett Memorial Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Applicants must be graduating seniors from Kings County, or graduating seniors and members in good standing of the California Jr. Holstein Association is planning to attend a college or university with a major in Agriculture. Applicants must also be a member or former member of 4-H for a minimum of four years, enrolled in dairy or livestock projects. Minimum GPA of 3.0; financial need also will be considered. Applicant must submit two letters of recommendation and an official transcript.
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Dec 31, 2023 - Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association
Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association - Dec 31, 2023
Award Amount - $500 # of awards - Varies
The CCBA is a non-profit religious organization representing several Chinese organizations in the Central Valley. Among our goals to serve the common interests of the Chinese American Community.
Include a Resume, Two Essays (topics listed on application), a letter of recommendation and a copy of your Transcripts.
More information can be found on the application.
SCHOLARSHIPS - JANUARY DEADLINE
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Jan 5, 2024 - GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship
Deadline: January 5, 2024
Award Amount: $10,000.00 (renewable) # of Awards: Varies
Honoring the legacy and character of our nation's 40th President, the GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program rewards college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with financial assistance to pursue higher education.
Candidates must
- Demonstrate the attributes of leadership, integrity, drive, and citizenship within their communities, schools, and workplaces
- Display strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 grade point average/4.0 scale or equivalent)
- Be citizens of the United States of America
- Be current high school seniors attending high school within the United States, (including any U.S. territories or commonwealths), and graduating in winter 2023 or spring 2024. Applicants living on a U.S. Armed Forces base and attending high school outside the U.S. are eligible.
- Plan to enroll in a full‑time undergraduate course of study at an accredited four‑year college or university in the United States for the entire 2024-2025 academic school year
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Jan 9, 2024 - Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship
Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship
Application Deadline: 1/09/2024
Award Amount: $2,500.000 - $20,000.00 Number of Awards: Varies
Description:
Scholarship awards range from one-time $2,500 awards to multi-year $20,000 awards. APIASF provides scholarships to underserved AAPI students with a special focus on those who: --Live at or below the poverty level, or are otherwise of low socioecoNomic status; --Are the first in their families to attend college; --Are representative of the AAPI community's diversity, geographically and ethnically, especially those ethnicities that have been underrepresented on college campUses due to limited access and opportunity.
Selection Criteria
Applicant should have placed strong emphasis on community service and leadership as well as solid academic achievement. Applicants must be of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity, have a minimum 2.7 GPA, must complete their FAFSA; submit one letter of recommendation. Application must be completed online and submitted electronically.
Application URL: Click here to access application
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Jan 10, 2024 - Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship - Deadline: January 10, 2024
The Jackie Robinson Foundation provides a multi-faceted experience designed to address the financial needs of students who aspire to attend college and guide them through the process of higher education.
To be eligible for a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship, an applicant must:
- Be a graduating, minority high school senior
- Be a United States citizen
- Present evidence of financial need
- Demonstrate a record of academic excellence
- Demonstrate leadership potential and a dedication to community service
- Submit an official SAT and/or ACT test exam score from junior or senior year*
- Plan to attend an accredited and approved 4-year college within the United States or affiliated with a United States-based college or university
- Have not accrued more than 25% of credits needed to graduate from college.
*JRF recognizes the challenges of taking standardized tests during the COVID-19 pandemic; applicants who do not HAVE TEST SCORES to submit will not be disadvantaged in the selection process.APPLICATION COMPONENTS
The online Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship application requires the following:
- One recommendation
- Demographics
- High school information including an unofficial high school transcript
- College plans
- Test scores (AP, IB, PSAT, ACT, or SAT) (Optional)
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Jan 11, 2024 - National FFA Scholarships
National FFA Scholarship
Application Deadline: 1/11/2024
Award Amount: Varies Number of Awards: Varies
Description:
Whether you are pursuing a trade school, vocational certificate or a two-year or four-year degree, don’t miss your chance to apply for a National FFA Scholarship to help with your next steps in education. If you are a senior FFA member in high school or FFA Alumni in college, just one application is required for multiple scholarship opportunities totaling nearly $2.5 million.
The 2023-24 scholarship application opens Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023.
To apply, please ensure you have the following:
- Your FFA member ID that is linked to your active membership and the linked FFA.org email address. Need help finding your FFA member ID? Click here: https://help.ffa.org/articles/how-to-find-your-ffa-id/.
- A copy of your official or unofficial academic transcripts to upload.
The selection process takes into account the whole student - FFA involvement, work experience, Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE), community service, leadership skills and academics.
More than 1,800 scholarships are available. You only need to submit one application. You will be considered for all scholarships whose criteria you meet. To apply, ALL scholarship applicants MUST: --Be a high school senior or currently enrolled in college --Be less than 23 years of age at time of application (February 1) --Be current FFA members unless otherwise stated --Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident --Must have Social Security Number to claim scholarships --Have or create an FFA.org account.
Application URL: https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships/local-engagement-programs-scholarships/
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Jan 12, 2024 - Dairy Farmer's of America
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Dairy Farmer's of America
Application Deadline: 1/12/2024
Award Amount: Varies Number of Awards: Varies
Description:
We believe it's important to invest in the next generation of leaders to ensure a bright future for the dairy industry. That is why we established the DFA Cares Foundation Scholarship Program.
Scholarships are available to students pursuing a career in the dairy industry or a related field, including: Dairy herd management/production, Large animal veterinary medicine, Marketing/economics/finance, Processing/manufacturing, Communications/journalism, Quality assurance, Dairy nutrition, Dairy foods, Education, Engineering, Policy, Genetics, Law and Others.
Selection Criteria
Applicants must: Be enrolled in or applying for an accredited degree program. Applicant’s must have a commitment and passion for a career in the dairy industry, as demonstrated through responses to three essay questions. Have been involved in extracurricular activities, awards, recognition, and work experience showing academic achievement.
Application URL: Click here to access the application
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Jan 12, 2024 - Northern California Golf Association- "Youth on Course" Scholarships
Northern California Golf Association- "Youth on Course" Scholarships - Deadline: January 12, 2024
Number of Awards: Varies Amount of Awards: $4,000.00-$20,000.00
Through the Youth on Course Scholarship Program, high school seniors that have an interest in Golf have the opportunity to continue on a path to success through higher education that might otherwise be out of reach. Since the inception of the YOC Scholarship Program in 2008, we’ve had the honor of awarding over $2 million total to 262 outstanding high school seniors students to support their pursuit of higher education, many of which have become the first in their family to attend college. Each year approximately 25 scholarships will be awarded, ranging from $4,000 to $20,000 to be distributed over four years
To qualify you must: Be a Youth on Course member (non-members can join at youthoncourse.org). Be enrolled as a full-time senior in high school. Have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Have applied to a four-year college/university.
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Jan 15, 2024 - Mensa Education & Research Foundation
Deadline: January 15, 2024
Award Amount: Varies Number of Awards: Varies
- Applicants must be enrolled in a degree program in an accredited U.S. institution of higher learning during the academic year following the application date.
- Applicants must submit an application and essay explaining his or her career, academic and/or vocational goals.
Each year the Mensa Foundation gives away an average of $200,000 through a scholarship program run by 400 volunteers from coast to coast; presents national and international awards in recognition of research, education and practical achievement regarding giftedness, intelligence and creativity; and publishes the Mensa Research Journal.
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Jan 19, 2024 - EM Tharp/World Ag Expo Scholarship
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EM Tharp/World Ag Expo - January 19, 2024
Number of Awards: 2 Amount of Awards: $10,000 ($2500 per year)
Description: Two seniors from Fresno, Kings, Kern, Tulare or Madera counties planning to attend a 4-year university will receive a $2,500 scholarship, renewable for up to 4 years for a total of $10,000 per student. Future education and vocational career goals must be in an Ag/Industrial/Business related courses. The scholarship will be awarded based on quality of the application and how well the applicant meets the criteria. High school grades, ACT or SAT scores, and financial need will be considered but will Not be the only criteria for this scholarship being awarded.
Criteria: Applicants must include 2 letters of recommendation, transcript, and SAT /ACT test scores (not required for 2021 application due to CoVid-19 restrictions). Applicants must submit a 1-page essay to discuss your future educational and vocational/career goals and what kind of impact you would like to have in the agriculture industry, along with six short essay questions. Must submit TWO UNSTAPLED copies of your scholarship application, including all documents. NOTE the earlier deadline!! Your application must BE RECEIVED by that date -- Not just mailed!
Application is available online at: https://www.worldagexpo.com/attendees/scholarships/
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Jan 23, 2024 - Edison Scholarship (STEM)
Amount: $50,000 # of Awards: 50
Deadline: January 23, 2024
The Edison Scholars Program recognizes students who want to be makers of tomorrow — the dreamers, inventors, guardians and pioneers — those who dare to be great.
This year, Edison International will award $50,000 college scholarships to 30 high school seniors to help them follow their dreams in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) and empower them to change the world.
This is a chance for students with big dreams to advance their education and take part in shaping a brighter future.
Here’s the rundown of requirements:
- Must be a high school senior with at least a cumulative 3.0 GPA, plan to pursue studies in the STEM fields at a four-year accredited college or university and show financial need.
- Eligible STEM majors include computer and information systems, engineering, engineering technology, management information systems, mathematics, natural resources and conservation and physical sciences.
- Applicants must live in Southern California Edison’s service territory.
- The top 50 finalists will be required to submit a short video and potentially participate in a final interview. Don’t stress, these are just ways to get to know you better.
- Dependents of Edison International and SCE employees and retirees are not eligible.
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Jan 31, 2024 - National Eagle Scout Association Scholarships
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# of Scholarship: Varies Award Amount: Varies
Congratulations on achieving the coveted rank of Eagle Scout. You have just begun your life journey and with the skills and character you’ve developed in Scouting, you have a solid foundation to build upon. As a future leader, Eagle Scouts like you, are critical to preserving the fabric of our great nation.
The National Eagle Scout Association is proud to offer scholarships that can help you continue your educational adventure.
Eligibility:
- Eagle Scouts must be a member of the National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) to apply.
- Eagle Scouts may apply for NESA scholarships beginning in their senior year of high school through their junior year in an undergraduate program or by the halfway point of their associate degree program or skilled trade program.
- Recipients may receive a NESA scholarship one time only.
- NESA scholarships are available to Eagle Scouts currently enrolled in or accepted by an accredited educational institution as a full-time student (at least 12 credit hours) in a program leading to an academic degree (including associate degrees) or a skilled trade program.
- Cooke four-year scholarship awardees must be enrolled in an accredited four year college or university as a full-time student (at least 12 credit hours) in a program leading to a bachelors degree.
- NESA scholarships are not available to students attending any of the U.S. military academies.
- NESA scholarships are not available to graduate students pursuing a master’s or doctoral degree.
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Jan 31, 2024 - Union Plus Education Foundation Scholarship
Union Plus Education Foundation Scholarship
Application Deadline: 1/31/2024
Award Amount: $500 - $4,000 Number of Awards: Number Varies
Description:
Union Plus is brought to you by Union Privilege, established by the AFL-CIO to provide consumer benefits to members and retirees of participating labor unions. If your parent is a retired or active member of an AFL-CIO affiliated union, they are automatically eligible for Union Plus benefits. Dependent children (including foster children and step children) of current and retired members of unions participating in any Union Plus program (check with your parents/guardians) can apply. Members do Not have to purchase any Union Plus program product or participate in any Union Plus programs for the scholarships, and scholarship awards are Not based upon participation in a Union Plus program. These are one time awards, but you can re-apply each year. Applicant must be accepted into an accredited college or university, community college or recognized technical or trade school. Applicants are evaluated according to academic ability, social awareness, financial need and appreciation of labor.Online application can be accessed at: https://www.unionplus.org/college-education-financing/scholarships. Applications must be submitted online by Noon EST on January 31st. This Scholarship is renewable by re-applying each year.
Selection Criteria
Application URL: https://www.unionplus.org/benefits/education/union-plus-scholarships
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Jan 31, 2024 - Equality Scholarship
Equality Scholarship
Application Deadline: 1/31/2024
Award Amount: Varies Number of Awards: 25 or more
Description:
eQuality is the joint effort of a group of individuals and organizations based in the San Francisco Bay Area (see list on home page). It began in 1989 as a scholarship program by Pacific Gas and Electric Company's lesbian and gay employee group, now PG&E PrideNetwork. The following year, the Bay Area Network of Gay and Lesbian Educators joined the effort. Additional members have joined eQuality over the years, and more are always welcome.
In 2023 eQuality awarded 25 scholarships totaling $192,000.00 to graduating HS Seniors.
eQuality is a volunteer-led effort, keeping administrative costs low. We are a fiscally sponsored project of Horizons Foundation.
Selection Criteria
Scholarships for Graduating High School Seniors and Recent High School Graduates:
Applicant must:
be a resident of or attend a high school in northern or central California (see map of specific counties);
have completed or expect to complete high school or equivalent between 1 Jul 2022 and 30 Jun 2023;
And plan to attend or began attending an accredited post-secondary institution (college, university, or vocational/trade school) for the first time in 2023.
More info and the application can be found by clicking on the link below.
SCHOLARSHIPS - FEBRUARY DEADLINE
SCHOLARSHIPS - MARCH DEADLINES
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March 1, 2024 Donald S. Souza Memorial Scholarship
Donald S. Souza Memorial Scholarship
Application Deadline: 3/1/2024 Deadline was extended!
Award Amount: Varies Number of Awards: Varies
Description:
Donald S. Souza was born and raised in Garden Grove, CA. He spent many memorable summers of his childhood in Hanford and attended Fresno State where he was a member of the tennis team. The Souza Family were successful dairy farmers and acquired commercial properties and farmland throughout California. Donald Souza valued the legacy he acquired and generously supported many organizations throughout his life. Donald Souza made the generous and heartfelt decision that his legacy was to live on through the Burris Park Foundation, providing educational opportunities to Kings County students.
Selection Criteria
Applicants must be entering a two-year, four-year, or vocational college/university with the intent to pursue a career in agriculture or related agriculture vocations.
Minimum 2.5 GPA
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March 1, 2024 - California Association of Wine Grape Growers Scholarship
Award Amount: $2,000 to $8,000 Number of Awards: 6
CAWG Foundation Scholarships
The California Association of Winegrape Growers Foundation is offering at least six scholarships in 2024 to graduating high school seniors. Students may study the subject of their choice.
CAWG Foundation is awarding two types of scholarships:
- 1) Scholarships in the amount of $8,000 for four years at any campus in the University of California or California State University system.
- 2) Scholarships in the amount of $2,000 for two years at any California community college.
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE NO LATER THAN MIDNIGHT ON FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 2024.
Who may apply
Applicants must be a high school senior graduating in 2024. Students currently enrolled in college are not eligible. Only children with a parent or legal guardian employed by a California vineyard during the 2023-2024 winegrape growing season are eligible to apply. Children whose parent or guardian is a California winegrape grower may request a waiver from this eligibility requirement based upon financial need. To qualify for waiver consideration, a letter demonstrating financial need must be submitted with the completed application packet. Children of current directors or employees of the CAWG Foundation are not eligible to apply.
The Selection Process
The CAWG Foundation board will award the scholarships. Selection is based upon the following five criteria:
1) Financial need.
2) Demonstrated scholastic ability.
3) Community involvement and leadership and/or work employment. This is a broad category that assumes one or a combination of the following:
- Community service.
- Employment where the student is making a contribution to the California economy which may not allow time for community service.
- Sports participation with the understanding that these activities build character and leadership skills, teach strategic and analytical thinking, and promote goal setting and team work.
4) Your determination to suceed.
5) 500 word essay.
To qualify for the scholarships, students must:
- Be graduating from high school and plan to attend a University of California, California State University, or California Community College in the fall of 2024.
- Have a parent or legal guardian who is/was an employee of a California winegrape grower during the 2023 or 2024 growing season.
- Complete the application form.
- Attach an official high school transcript.
- Provide a letter of recommendation from an instructor, the school principal, or counselors. The letter must be signed and provide the address, telephone number, and position held in the school.
Submit a 500 word essay that tells the committee about yourself, your financial need, your career goals, and how you plan to help your community. Addressing some or all of the following questions and statements below may assist you in writing your essay, but addressing these specific questions and statements is not required to complete the essay.
- Tell us about your family relationships and financial need.
- Is attending college common in your family?
- Why do you want to continue your education?
- Tell us about your extracurricular activities, community service, and any work experience you may have.
- How will this scholarship make a difference in your continued education?
- What is (are) your proudest accomplishment(s)?
- What are your career goals and estimated timeline to achieve these goals?
- How do you plan to give back to your community?
Please note that the CAWG Foundation reserves the right to withdraw a scholarship at any time if the conditions of the scholarship or the CAWG Foundation policies are violated. Students may forfeit their scholarship eligibility and/or award for any of the following reasons:
- Enrollment in less than 12 units per semester.
- Grades that drop below 2.0 in any given semester.
- Providing false or misleading educational or eligibility information.
- Any form of plagiarism.
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE NO LATER THAN MIDNIGHT ON FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 2024.
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March 4, 2024 - CIF Scholar-Athlete of the Year Scholarship
# of Awards: Varies Amount of Awards: Varies
CIF is seeking candidates whose academic and athletic careers have been truly exemplary; students whose high personal standards and accomplishments are a positive model for others; students who possess high levels of integrity and honesty, and who have benefited from their participation in high school interscholastic programs.
- Possess no less than an unweighted cumulative (grades 9-12) grade point average of 3.70;
- Have demonstrated athletic ability in at least two years of varsity play within California (must have participated in athletics as a senior); and
- Portrayed themselves as athletes of character displaying the Six Pillars of Character: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
- Include SAT/ACT test scores
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March 15, 2024 Tom Lasek Memorial Scholarship
AMOUNT & ELIGIBILITY
One scholarship in the amount of $500 will be awarded annually to a
graduating senior from a Kings County high school (public or private) who is
pursuing a career in the field of education.
The applicant will be scored on their level of financial need and school
activities with the greatest emphasis on community service.
The requirement for selection is based on the student having a grade
point average of at least 3.5 on the standard 4.0 grading system.
HOW TO APPLY
Tom Lasek Memorial Scholarship Application (completed and signed)
Personal Essay (describing career goals in the field of education; why
applicant has chosen to become an educator; the financial need for
pursuing career goals)
Community Service Outline
Extra Curricular Activities Outline
Honors and Awards Listing
Certified Transcript or Scholastic Aptitude Test Scores
Applicants must submit the following documents:
DEADLINE & WHERE TO SUBMIT PAPERWORK
Documents must be submitted by Friday, March 15, 2024 to:
Lane Alves
c/o Kings County Office of Education
876 E. D Street, Lemoore, CA 93245
559-589-2669
Lane.alves@kingscoe.org
CONFIDENTIALITY & PAYMENT
All information received will be considered confidential. Each applicant
will be notified via email of the scholarship winner. Payment of the
scholarship will be made once the winning applicant provides Kings
County Office of Education verification of enrollment from the college he
or she is to attend. Payment will be made directly to the college.
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March 15, 2024 Pioneer Scholarship
AMOUNT & ELIGIBILITY
Be a descendant of a Kings County Pioneer.
For the purposes of this scholarship, a pioneer of Kings
County shall mean, any individual that moved to or was
born within the following geographical area prior to the
1900 United States census. That portion of land within the
boundaries of Kings County as they existed on January 1,
1995.
Be a senior in a Kings County high school, who will be
attending a school of higher education.
Have a grade point average of 3.0 (B) or better on a 4.0 point
scale or have a score of 1000 or better on the Scholastic
Aptitude Test (SAT).
The scholarship award is in the amount of $500. To be eligible,
applicants must meet the following criteria:
HOW TO APPLY
Pioneer Scholarship Application (completed and signed)
Personal Essay (describing how you are a descendant of a Kings
County Pioneer and how you plan to reside, work, or provide a
service to Kings County)
Community Service Outline
Extra Curricular Activities Outline
Honors and Awards Listing
Certified Transcripts or Scholastic Aptitude Test Scores
Two Letters of Reference (one from a school & one from a
community member.)
Applicants must submit the following documents:
DEADLINE & WHERE TO SUBMIT
Documents must be submitted by Friday, March 15, 2024 to:
Lane Alves
c/o Kings County Office of Education
876 E. D Street, Lemoore, CA 93245
559-589-2669
Lane.alves@kingscoe.org
SCHOLARSHIPS - APRIL DEADLINE
SCHOLARSHIPS - MAY DEADLINE
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