SCHOLARSHIP NEWSLETTER #2

September 25, 2007

There are two types of financial assistance for college. The first type is FINANCIAL AID, a combination of scholarships, loans, and work granted to you by your college if you demonstrate need for assistance. (Forms for need-based federal aid will be available in the College Office in December.)

The second type is MERIT SCHOLARSHIP, money given to you regardless of your financial need. Some merit scholarships are granted by foundations and can be used at any college. Many are granted by specific colleges to be used only at those colleges. Many target a specific type of student. Carefully read the descriptions below to be sure you qualify. If you are looking for a college-specific scholarships, there is a blue binder in Mrs. Lombard’s office; please feel free to look at it. Below are scholarships that could be used at most colleges.

In addition, many scholarships require nominations by the school. For those scholarships, we ask you to nominate yourselves to us. Once we know who is interested, we will select the school’s nominee(s).

We have more information about these scholarships than there is room to include in this newsletter. Please feel free to stop by the College Office with any questions.

PLEASE BE AWARE THAT MANY OF THE DEADLINES ARE QUICKLY APPROACHING

COLLEGE-SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS

Boston College – Presidential Scholars

Who is Eligible: Students of outstanding talent and character who strive to become leaders

Award: 15 full-tuition scholarships renewable for 4 years based on academic merit

How to Apply: See Mrs. Lombard for more information or call 800-360-2522

Deadline: Candidates must apply by the Early Action deadline of November 1

University of Chicago – College Honor Scholarship/University Scholarships

Who is Eligible: Applicants with outstanding academic and extracurricular achievement, demonstrated leadership, and commitment to their communities

Award: Full tuition awards and partial tuition awards renewable for four years

How to Apply: Check the scholarship box on the first page of the application for admission

Deadline: Same as application deadlines (either Early Action on November 1 or Regular decision on January 2)

Emory University – Goizueta Scholars Program

Who is Eligible: Students with superior academic credentials, a demonstrated interest in business, and leadership and community service interests

Award: Range from 2/3 of tuition to full tuition and fees; guaranteed admission to the business school and priority access to business classes

How to Apply: See Mrs. Lombard if you wish to be nominated

Deadline: Nominations must be received by November 1

University of Massachusetts – University Scholars

Who is Eligible: Massachusetts residents ranked first or second academically in their class, who achieve a minimum SAT score of 1200 on the Critical Reading and Math sections combined

Award: Up to $10,000 to cover tuition and mandatory fees

How to Apply: See Mrs. Lombard if you wish to be nominated

Deadline: Nominations must be received by February 15

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill – The Thomas Wolfe Scholarship

Who is Eligible: Writers

Award: Full four-year financial support

How to Apply: Go to http://english.unc.edu/creative/tws

Deadline: Application must be submitted by November 2

Ohio Wesleyan University – Presidential, Trustee, and Faculty Scholarships

Who is Eligible: Students interested in being a part of the Honors Program

Award: A range of awards from full tuition to half-tuition

How to Apply: See Mrs. Lombard if you wish to be nominated

Deadline: Nominations are due October 15

Roanoke College – Roanoke College Scholars Program

Who is Eligible: Students with superior academic and leadership ability

Award: Varying financial scholarships

How to Apply: Go to www.roanoke.edu/scholars

Deadline: Application must be submitted by October 8

Scripps College – Scripps New Generation Scholarship

Who is Eligible: Seeking high powered academicians holding GPAs over 4.0 and SAT scores in excess of 1400 (Critical Reading and Math)

Award: Four years of full tuition, board, room, three roundtrip airfares home each academic year, and funding for one summer research stipend to be used sometime during the time at Scripps

How to Apply: Indicate you are applying for academic scholarships on the Scripps College Common Application Supplement

Deadline: Applications for admission must be submitted by November 1

Washington University in St. Louis – William H. and Elizabeth G. Danforth Scholars

Who is Eligible: Exceptional students who have exhibited a capacity for service and leadership

Award: Full or partial tuition scholarships

How to Apply: See Mrs. Lombard if you wish to be nominated.

Deadline: Nomination must be received by October 15

GENERAL SCHOLARSHIPS

The AXA Achievement Scholarship

Who is Eligible: Students who demonstrate drive and who have respect for self, family, and community

Award: $10,000 national scholarships for 52 students; $15,000 scholarships to 10 students

How to Apply: Go to www.axa-achievement.com

Deadline: Application must be submitted by December 15

Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation

Who is Eligible: Well-rounded students with highly developed interests in community

Award: 250 students will receive scholarships ranging from $10,000 to $20,000

How to Apply: See Mrs. Lombard for more information or go to www.coca-colascholars.org

Deadline: October 31

The New England Patriots “Write On” Scholarship

Who is Eligible: Students 13-18 years old who have an interest in writing about a Patriots game

Award: 36 scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $20,000

How to Apply: See Mrs. Lombard for more information or go to www.totallypatriots.com

Deadline: Rolling throughout the season