SCHOLARSHIP NEWSLETTER #6

· October 23, 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

Boston University - Trustee Scholarship

Who is Eligible: Seniors who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, leadership ability, a positive contribution to their school and community, and a record of volunteer service

Award: Full tuition and mandatory fees

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

Deadline: Nominations must be received by December 1

Boston University – Alexander Graham Bell Scholarship

Who is Eligible: Seniors who demonstrate strong math and science backgrounds with the potential to thrive at BU’s College of Engineering

Award: Full tuition and one semester of funding to participate in a research program with a College of Engineering faculty member

How to Apply: Submit the Common App and the BU supplement together with an essay (go to www.bu.edu/admissions/apply/scholar_bell.html for more information)

Deadline: Application must be submitted by December 1

Boston University – Martin Luther King Scholarship

Who is Eligible: Academically gifted students with proven leadership abilities and a strong commitment to social justice and community involvement

Award: Full tuition

How to Apply: See Mrs. Lombard if you wish to be recommended and then submit the Common App and the BU supplement together with an essay (for more information go to www.bu.edu/admissions/apply/scholar_mlk.html)

Deadline: All materials must be submitted by December 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)

Davidson College - The John Montgomery Belk Scholarship

Who is Eligible: Students of demonstrated intellectual and personal achievement and significant leadership ability

Award: Full tuition and two summer stipends (up to $3,000 per stipend) to pursue international study and other enrichment opportunities

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

Deadline: Nominations must be received by November 15

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: A completed admission application and nomination must be received by November 1

Emory University – Emory Scholars Program

Who is Eligible: Students with an outstanding record of academic achievement who have made significant contributions to their class, their school, and their community

Award: Range from 2/3 of tuition to full tuition and fees

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

Deadline: A completed admission application and nomination must be received by November 1

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

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

Skidmore College – Filene Music Scholarships

Who is Eligible: Talented music students interested in majoring in any academic area who meet the criteria for admission to Skidmore

Award: $10,000 per year for four years

How to Apply: Register online at www.skidmore.edu/filenescholarship and see Mrs. Lombard for more information

Deadline: January 15

Vanderbilt University – Cornelius Scholarship Program

Who is Eligible: Students who combine outstanding academic achievement with strong leadership and contributions outside the classroom

Award: Full tuition award plus summer stipends for study abroad, research, or service projects

How to Apply: Submit the Vanderbilt Scholarship Application along with the application for freshman admission (See Mrs. Lombard for a copy of the scholarship application and more information)

Deadline: January 3

Vanderbilt University – Chancellor’s Scholarship Program

Who is Eligible: Students with outstanding academic records who have worked to build strong high school communities by bridging gaps among economically, socially, and racially diverse groups

Award: Full tuition award plus summer stipends for study abroad, research, or service projects

How to Apply: Submit the Vanderbilt Scholarship Application along with the application for freshman admission (See Mrs. Lombard for a copy of the scholarship application and more information)

Deadline: January 3

Vanderbilt University – Ingram Scholarship Program

Who is Eligible: Students who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to community service

Award: Full tuition award plus summer stipends for study abroad, research, or service projects

How to Apply: Submit the Vanderbilt Scholarship Application along with the application for freshman admission (See Mrs. Lombard for a copy of the scholarship application and more information)

Deadline: December 1

Washington and Lee University – Johnson Scholarship Program

Who is Eligible: Students with exceptional academic and personal promise

Award: The scholarship will support recipients in their academic endeavors so they are able to graduate debt-free

How to Apply: Go to admissions.wlu.edu/johnson_scholars

Deadline: Submit your application for admission by December 15 along with a supplementary Johnson Scholarship application

GENERAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Ayn Rand Institute Essay Contest

Who is Eligible: Students interested in writing an essay on Ayn Rand’s novel The Fountainhead

Award: Top prize is $10,000; over $57,000 in prize money

How to Apply: Go to www.aynrand.org/contests

Deadline: Entry deadline is April 25

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

Burger King Scholars Program

Who is Eligible: High school seniors who are US residents with a 2.5 GPA, who demonstrate financial need, work part-time, and are actively involved in community service activities

Award: $1,000 awards to be used for educational expenses

How to Apply: Go to www.bk.com/scholars

Deadline: Entry deadline is February 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

Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program

Who is Eligible: Students with demonstrated leadership abilities and commitment to community service with a GPA of 2.8 or better

Award: $1,000 grant

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

Deadline: December 10

Horatio Alger National Scholarship Program

Who is Eligible: Current seniors who are US Citizens, planning to pursue a bachelor’s degree, have a minimum 2.0, have critical financial need and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity

Award: 100 $20,000 scholarships will be awarded

How to Apply: You must apply online at https://www.horatioalger.com//scholarships/index.cfm

Deadline: Application must be completed by October 30

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

Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund

Who is Eligible: Residents of New England or Mid-Atlantic states with financial need who display academic excellence, a desire to make a meaningful contribution to society, good character, and a strong work ethic

Award: Renewable 4-year scholarships

How to Apply: See Mrs. Lombard for more information; the application and complete, detailed instructions will be posted at www.phillips-scholarship.org by January 1

Deadline: May 1