Scholarship Newsletter
Due to the illness and weather related school closings across the state, TSAC has extended the deadline to submit the 2018-2019 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for TN Promise eligibility to Friday, January 26, 2018.
- Complete and submit your 8 volunteer service hours by July 1, 2018. For details, refer to pages 23 and 24 of your TN Promise Handbook.
- The second MANDATORY team meeting is on Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at 5:30 pm in the Clarksville High School Cafeteria.
- Submit all requested admissions documents to anticipated college by May 1, 2018
(For all deadlines, refer to page 6 of your TN Promise Student Handbook, or download the pdf version HERE.)
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Senior Parents/Guardians: As a reminder, a TN Promise requirement is to complete the FAFSA by January 16, 2018. If you signed up for TN Promise, and wait until after the deadline to complete the FAFSA, you lose eligibility for that program. There are no exceptions. If you need help in completing the FAFSA, a financial aid specialist will be in the CHS library on Thursday, January 11, from 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. You don’t need an appointment. If you want to take advantage of this opportunity, please bring any of the following that are applicable:
-Social Security Numbers for parent(s), step-parent (if applicable), and the student(s)
-Driver’s License numbers (student)
-Student’s Alien Registration Number (if student is not a US citizen)
-Tax returns from 2016
-Final paychecks from 2016 (if available)
-2016 W-2 (if available)
-All other financial records including untaxed income, savings, investments, etc.
-Parents wedding date and/or divorce date
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FAFSA Changes for 2017-18. Students will be able to submit a FAFSA earlier. Students will be able to file a 2017-18 FAFSA as early as Oct. 1, 2016 rather than beginning on Jan. 1, 2017. The earlier submission date will be a permanent change, enabling students to complete and submit a FAFSA as early as October 1 every year. Students will use earlier income information. Beginning with the 2017-18 FAFSA, students will be required to report income information from an earlier tax year. For example, on the 2017-18FAFSA, students (and parents, as appropriate) will report their 2015 income information, rather than their 2016 income information.
FAFSA
Be sure you go to the .gov site: fafsa.gov.
- Complete and submit your 8 volunteer service hours by July 1, 2018. For details, refer to pages 23 and 24 of your TN Promise Handbook.
- The second MANDATORY team meeting is on Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at 5:30 pm in the Clarksville High School Cafeteria.
- Submit all requested admissions documents to anticipated college by May 1, 2018
(For all deadlines, refer to page 6 of your TN Promise Student Handbook, or download the pdf version HERE.)
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Senior Parents/Guardians: As a reminder, a TN Promise requirement is to complete the FAFSA by January 16, 2018. If you signed up for TN Promise, and wait until after the deadline to complete the FAFSA, you lose eligibility for that program. There are no exceptions. If you need help in completing the FAFSA, a financial aid specialist will be in the CHS library on Thursday, January 11, from 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. You don’t need an appointment. If you want to take advantage of this opportunity, please bring any of the following that are applicable:
-Social Security Numbers for parent(s), step-parent (if applicable), and the student(s)
-Driver’s License numbers (student)
-Student’s Alien Registration Number (if student is not a US citizen)
-Tax returns from 2016
-Final paychecks from 2016 (if available)
-2016 W-2 (if available)
-All other financial records including untaxed income, savings, investments, etc.
-Parents wedding date and/or divorce date
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FAFSA Changes for 2017-18. Students will be able to submit a FAFSA earlier. Students will be able to file a 2017-18 FAFSA as early as Oct. 1, 2016 rather than beginning on Jan. 1, 2017. The earlier submission date will be a permanent change, enabling students to complete and submit a FAFSA as early as October 1 every year. Students will use earlier income information. Beginning with the 2017-18 FAFSA, students will be required to report income information from an earlier tax year. For example, on the 2017-18FAFSA, students (and parents, as appropriate) will report their 2015 income information, rather than their 2016 income information.
FAFSA
Be sure you go to the .gov site: fafsa.gov.
The Simple Dollar, a syndicated website dedicated to personal finance topics. The Simple Dollar has been featured and has been given high praise on reputable sources such as CNN, MSN, The Wall Street Journal, and Forbes for its money saving ideas and valuable information.
One resource they prepared to help high school students entering college save money on tuition is The College Scholarship Guide. Not only does this resource provide actionable tips on applying for scholarships, but it also helps students realize how accessible and truly valuable getting a scholarship can be. Higher education costs are at an all-time high, and landing into the right scholarship could be the difference between graduating debt-free or paying off loans for years and years. The great news is that anyone can just be eligible for some type of scholarship. They just need to know where to look and be organized enough to apply. This guide takes them through the steps.
Here is a link to the guide: http://www.thesimpledollar.com/college-scholarship-guide/.
Various Deadlines - Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee
Click HERE to download the list of scholarship opportunities provided by the Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee.
Various Deadlines - StudentScholarships.org
The below was taked from the StudentScholarships website:
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scholarship management services to companies since 2003.
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We take great pride in helping non-profit organizations and private companies distribute their scholarship information to students across North America. Program design and promotion is our expertise. Call us today to discuss your Scholarship Program needs.
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Our staff spends countless hours searching both online and offline sources to find new and exciting scholarships for students to apply for. Our database is considered the largest and most comprehensive source for finding scholarships online and is 100% free for students to use."
Click HERE for details.
Various deadlines - http://www.fastweb.com
This website has many scholarships with various criteria and deadlines.
University Tutor Monthly Essay Scholarship Contest
Monthly contest. The opportunity is open to students 16 years of age or older in high school. Students respond to a monthly essay prompt made available on the website (noted below). Essay must be 300 – 900 words. Each month there is a new essay and a new award. http://www.universitytutor.com/scholarship-contest
Various Deadlines - Scholarship Finder
SchoolQuest, which is an initiative of Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) sponsors "Scholarship Finder."
VARIOUS DEADLINES - Weird Scholarships
This site has numerous scholarships. Many are unusual and little known. Click HERE for the website.
VARIOUS DEADLINES - College Board Search Engine
Click HERE for the search engine.
Varsity Tutors
Monthly contest. $1000 is given every month for your essay response to a prompt. www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship
Year-round - Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
APPLICATIONS OPEN YEAR ROUND
Marines make legendary sacrifices. Sending their children to school shouldn’t be one of them.
That’s why at the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation we've been honoring Marines by educating their children for more than half a century. Our scholarships provide access to affordable education for the children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen attending post-high school, undergraduate, and career technical education programs.
We’re committed to supporting Marine children in pursuit of their educational goals and there’s no more versatile educational path than through Career and Technical Education (CTE). From health sciences to finance, IT to manufacturing, CTE professionals are on the cutting edge of today’s most hands-on careers.
This scholarship is for students planning to attend a non-degree certificate program or vocational training that is 12 months or less at a community college or private career school listed on College Navigator.
CLICK HERE TO CHECK FOR ELIGIBILITY
AND APPLY TODAY
October 1, 2017 - VFW Voice of Democracy contest
Students in grades 9-12 can compete for more than $2 million in scholarships by submitting an essay or an audio essay. Click HERE for details and the application.
October 4, 2017 - Wendy's High School Heisman
Seniors in the Class of 2018 who have at least a "B" grade average and participate in at least one school sponsored sport can apply online. Win scholarships and $10 Wendy's gift cards. Click HERE for a link to the website.
October 10, 2017 - Khan Academy Junior Breakthrough Challenge
The Breakthrough Junior Challenge invites students 13 to 18 years of age to share their passion for math and science with the world! Students submit a 10-minute video that illustrates a challenging concept or theory of mathematics, life sciences, or physics in an engaging, illuminating, and creative way. The winner will receive a $250,000 post-secondary scholarship, a $50,000 award for their teacher, and a state-of-the-art $100,000 science lab for their school. The winning student will also be invited to the televised red carpet 2016 Breakthrough Prize ceremony in California, where the prize will be awarded in front of the superstars of science, Silicon Valley, and Hollywood. Participating students will view and assess each other’s videos in a peer-to-peer review process. Submissions will then be assessed by leaders in science, technology, and education selected by Khan Academy and by Breakthrough Prize laureates. The judges will select a winner based on how engaging, illuminating, and creative their video is, and how challenging the concept is to understand.
Apply online at: https://breakthroughjuniorchallenge.org
October 25, 2017 - Horatio Alger Association
These scholarships range in value from $5,000 to $22,000 each year. The scholarship provides financial assistance to students throughout the nation who have financial need and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity. Students must graduate in spring/summer of 2016 and commit to pursue a bachelor's degree. To apply, visit: https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/
October 30, 2017 - Good360 Sustainability Scholarship
We want to hear how sustainability has touched your life. If you’re a high school senior applying to college, or you’re currently a college student, and you have an interest in sustainability and the environment, then we’d love to hear your thoughts on what sustainability means to you. Thus, we’re sponsoring a college scholarship with an award of $1,000 to go towards tuition. Visit the website at: https://good360.org/sustainability-scholarship/
October 31, 2017 - Coca-Cola Scholars
The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation is awarding $3 million in scholarships to high school seniors who demonstrate leadership, commitment to community, and academic achievement. Visit the website at: http://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/
October 31, 2017 - Hilmor HVAC/R Retool Your Future Scholarship
Students write a 250 word essay on how HVACR Industry will "retool your life". Winners receive a $5000 scholarship, a brand new starter kit of HVAC/R tools from Hilmor, a green wall of Hilmor merchandise for your school and a trip to the 2018 AHR Expo. Apply online at: http://www.retoolyourfuture.com
November 1, 2017 - Tennessee Promise Scholarship
Tennessee Promise offers two years of tuition-free community or technical college to recent graduates of Tennessee high schools. Students can apply between August 1 and November 1. To apply, visit http://www.tnpromise.gov
November 1, 2017 - UT Knoxville Scholarships
You must apply for admission by the November 1 deadline in order to be eligible to apply for competitive scholarships including the category called Chancellor’s Scholarships. Admitted students will receive an e-mail with the link to the scholarship application, which you need to complete by December 15. We strongly encourage you to apply for admission as early as possible.
November 1 - VFW Voice of Democracy Scholarships for grades 9 - 12
Students in grades 9 through 12 can win up to $30,000 in scholarships. Visit https://www.vfw.org/VOD/ for details and to apply.
November 7, 2017 - Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
Are you an avid volunteer in your school or community? This award is specifically for students who have a strong record of volunteering. There is a potential of $1000 to $5000 in award money! For information, click here.
November 8, 2018 - International Bipolar Foundation's High School Essay Contest
About 60 million people worldwide have a brain disorder known as bipolar disorder or manic-depressive illness. Chances are someone you know has this mental illness or cares for someone who does. Learning about bipolar disorder can help you understand the impact this disease has on those affected by it so you can respond to them with care and sensitivity. Click HERE for a link to the contest website.
November 15, 2017 - Covenant College Scholarships
Most of our institutional scholarships are awarded to students based solely on information we collect during the admissions process and no separate scholarship application is required.
There are several competitive scholarships, however, that do require separate applications. The deadline for each is November 15 of the year before you expect to enroll.
November 15, 2017 - Auburn University Departmental Scholarships
Each of Auburn University's 12 colleges and schools awards scholarships separate from the scholarships awarded at the university level. In addition, various departments within each college or school may award scholarships. Students should contact the college or school and department in which they plan to major for Departmental Scholarship opportunities. Click here for details.
December 1, 2017 - Belmont University Merit-based Scholarships
December 1 is the priority application deadline for consideration for Belmont’s most competitive named and departmental scholarships. All components of the application for admission must be received by this date for the applicant to be deemed eligible for consideration.
http://www.belmont.edu/sfs/scholarships/merit.html
December 1, 2017 - Middle Tennessee State University Scholarships
To be considered for a Freshman Guaranteed Scholarships, students must be a first-time incoming freshman who plans to enroll at MTSU in the Summer or Fall semester. Students must have ALL of the following on file with the Admissions Office by December 1 to be considered for a scholarship:
- Admission application
- Application fee paid
- Qualifying official ACT and/or SAT test score (without the writing subscore)
- Only ACT/SAT scores through the December test date are considered
- Qualifying official sixth-semester high school transcript with cumulative GPA requirement
- Must be US Citizen or permanent resident
December 1, 2017 - Tennessee Tech University Scholarships
Tennessee Tech offers more than 550 scholarships.To be considered for these, you must apply through ScholarWeb, TTU's online scholarship database and application system. Please refer to our website at tntech.edu/scholarships for detailed procedures on applying for scholarships.
December 1, 2017 - University of Memphis Scholarships
The Scholarship Office at the University of Memphis evaluates first-time freshmen for academic scholarships.To be eligible for consideration of these awards, students should be admitted to the University of Memphis before the December 1 priority consideration date. Students should apply for admission early to receive maximum consideration for all available scholarships. Click here for details.
December 1, 2017 - University of Missouri George Brooks Scholarship
Students from ethnic groups that have been historically underrepresented (African-American, Hispanic and Native American) are eligible for this scholarship. Seniors with a minimum ACT composite of 25 are eligible to apply for this $7500 scholarship. For more information, click here.
December 1, 2017 - Vanderbilt University Merit Scholarships
Students interested in being considered for the Ingram, Cornelius Vanderbilt, and/or Chancellor's Scholarship must first apply for admission by submitting the Common Application, Coalition Application, QuestBridge Application, or the Universal College Application to Vanderbilt. Within two business days of submitting your application for admission to Vanderbilt, you should receive an email from the Office of Undergraduate Admissions explaining how to create your online MyAppVU account. Under the Scholarship Application option in MyAppVU, you will be able to select the signature program(s) to which you wish to apply. Applications for all scholarships must be submitted by December 1, 2017 for prospective freshmen students. Click here for details
December 6, 2017 - 33rd Annual High School Essay Contest
The Society of Women Educator’s, Delta Kappa Gamma, ETA chapter, sponsors an annual high school essay contest for high school students. Prizes: First Prize $300, Second Prize $200, Third Prize $100. December 6 is the deadline for you to give the essay to your school counselor. Be sure you email, or give, the essay to your counselor by the end of December 6. Click HERE for details.
December 15, 2017 AXA Achievement Scholarship
Any high school student planning on attending a 2 or 4 year college or university in the Fall 2018 can apply for the AXA Achievement Scholarships in the amounts of $2,500, $10,000 and $25,000. Applications must be in by December 15th. Only the first 10,000 applications will be accepted. For more information, visit http://www.axa.com/achievers.
December 15, 2017 - Burger King Scholars Program
Burger King employees, their dependent children, spouses or domestic partners are eligible to receive up to $50,000 in scholarship awards. Apply online beginning October 15th at http://bkmclamorefoundation.org/WhatWeDo/ScholarsProgram
December 15, 2017 - ETSU Honors Scholars Program & scholarship information
This full scholarship is available to 22 students entering ETSU. Eligibility criteria include a 29 ACT, 3.5 GPA, and evidence of community and leadership activities. Click here for ETSU scholarship information.
December 15, 2017 - The Scarlett Family Foundation Business Scholarship
This foundations mission is to provide support to Middle Tennessee students pursuing a business degree or STEM approved degree. Requirements include a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher GPA and demonstrated financial need. Students must be planning to enroll full-time and complete a four year degree. Scholarship amounts vary based upon financial need. The minimum amount will be $2,500 per academic year. Scholarships are renewable for up to four years. The application window for the 2018-19 school year will open September 15, 2017. Apply online at http://www.scarlettfoundation.org/middle-tennessee/scholarships.htm
December 31, 2017 - CrazyGames Scholarship
From CrazyGames: "Our mission at CrazyGames.com is to let people enjoy innovative in-browser gaming experiences. That is only possible thanks to the countless game developers, digital designers, and software engineers whose creativity and passion allows us to provide thousands of free games. Out of gratefulness to community, and to help foster the next generation of digital media developers, we decided to give a hand to students who are working to build the future of this field and thus established an annual Student Scholarship with which we give away $1,500 every year to one student." Visit https://www.crazygames.com/scholarship for details and to apply.
December 31, 2017 - Discover Student Loans Scholarship
Now through December 31, 2017, eligible students and parents can enter to win one of forty $2,500 scholarships by signing up to receive helpful tips on planning and paying for college at CollegeCovered.com/Assist.
December 31, 2017 - ACT Student Champion Award
Applications are open for the ACT Student Champion Award! The ACT Student Champion Award recognizes one student in each state who is tenacious and persistent, no matter the challenge, and is prepared for life after high school with a goal in mind and plan in place. ACT Student Champions receive a $500 non-renewable scholarship, certificate, plaque, and state-level recognition. Click HERE for details and to apply.
January 2, 2018 - State Farm Good Neighbor Scholarship Program
Fifty scholarships in the amount of $5,000 ($2,500 per year – two year renewable) are awarded to graduating high school seniors to attend an accredited U.S. two- or four-year college or university, technical, or vocational school. This window opens on January 1, 2018 and only the first 700 applications received will be accepted.
Click here for details and to apply.
January 4, 2018 - 2018 Profile in Courage Essay Contest
Any high school student can submit their essay into the Profile in Courage Essay Contest for prizes ranging from $100 to $20,000. Essays must be submitted by January 4, 2018. For more information, visit jfklibrary.org/essaycontest.
January 9, 2018 - The American Legion Oratorical Contest
The American Legion's National High School Oratorical Scholarship Program - "A Constitutional Speech Contest" aims to develop a deeper knowledge and appreciation of the Constitution of the United States on the part of high school students. Scholarships totaling $6,000 will be awarded to students taking part in the state contest. The state winner will receive a $3,000 scholarship, plus an all expenses paid trip to Indianapolis, Indiana, to compete in the national contest, April 13-15, 2018 and a part of the $138,000 national scholarship pool. Visit http://tennesseelegion.org/index.php?id=111 for details and an application.
January 15, 2018 - Opportunity for current JUNIORS - The Air Force Academy Summer Seminar
The Air Force Academy sponsors a summer program for rising seniors called Summer Seminar. There are two five day sessions - June 10-15 and June 17-22 of 2018. Both sessions are held at the Academy's location in Colorado Springs, CO.
The application period for Summer Seminar is now open and runs to January 15, 2018. Students can apply at Summer Seminar | Air Force Academy between now and then. There is information on the website about the Summer Seminar specifics.
Additional information for you to know includes:
1. Minimum GPA requirement is 3.0. All standardized test scores are highly encouraged to be entered.
2. Selection to attend Summer Seminar Is NOT in any way a prerequisite for admission to the Academy.
3. If selected, a student is responsible for funding and arranging his/her own transportation to and from Colorado Springs, CO.
4. There may be an opportunity for a limited number of scholarships to attend this program after selections are made (usually in March).
If you want to discuss or have questions, contact Mr. Hal Sauer via phone at (615) 243-0167, or by email at: hs71@att.net
January 15, 2018 - Murray State University Scholarships
Murray State University has numerous academic and leadership scholarship opportunities. To be considered, students must apply online every year. The deadline for application for all undergraduate (high school seniors, current college students, transfer students) and graduate students is January 15 each year. For more information, click here.
January 15, 2018 - Western Kentucky University Academic Merit Awards
WKU offers several types of scholarships for beginning freshmen. They include Academic Scholarships, Leadership Scholarships, Departmental Scholarships, and Tuition Incentive Program (TIP) Scholarships. Applications MUST be postmarked by January 15. For more information, click here.
January 29 (Extended deadline to turn in to your CHS Counselor) - Heritage Bank Scholarship
The Heritage Bank Scholarship Fund offers $500 scholarships to 29 high schools throughout Western Kentucky and Tennessee. CHS can have four winners for this scholarship. Click HERE for the application. Please return the completed application to the counseling office by January 29, 2018.
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January 31, 2018 - The Clarksville Entrepreneur Center 2018 Scholarship Essay Contest
The Clarksville Entrepreneur Center recognizes the importance of encouraging youth to be productive and responsible citizens, and is honored to provide resources to assist seniors in their quest to pursue higher learning opportunities.
For the past 8 years, the CEC has awarded over $15,000 in scholarships. This year we will be awarding a $1,000 1st Place Scholarship and a $500 2nd Place Scholarship.
Deadline to submit essay is January 31, 2018. Essay must be 350 – 750 words, typed and double spaced. Must be a senior to apply
Include Name, School, and Contact # in top right corner of each page.
Entries must be emailed to info@clarksvilleec.org,
Essay must address the Theme
Winner to be announced by March 1, 2018
Scholarship Theme: Business vs. Social Entrepreneur - How are Business and Social Entrepreneurs similar and how are they different. Which type of entrepreneur do you relate most to and why? If you could create a start up for a product, service, or cause what would it be, how would you launch it, and why? Be sure to address the resources that it will take to start, how you will market it, and what you believe it will take to sustain and grow your enterprise.
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January 31, 2018 - The Semper Fidelis All-American Program
The Semper Fidelis All-American Program is a new honorary high school program that recognizes high school juniors from across the country who excel academically, athletically and within their communities. Selected students will receive an all-expenses paid trip to Washington, D.C. to attend the Battles Won Academy with a mentor of their choice. For details and to apply, visit https://sfaap.marines.com
January 31, 2018 - Princeton Prize in Race Relations
The Princeton Prize in Race Relations recognizes high school age students who are helping improve race relations in their schools or communities. Students can win up to $1000 and an expense-paid weekend symposium on race at Princeton. Apply online at www.princeton.edu/pprize
January 31, 2018 - The "Frank Robinson" Scholarship Award
Eligible applicants must attend high school in either Christian, Warren, or Montgomery County. Ft. Campbell DoD school system students are also eligible. Click HERE for details and an application for this $1,000 scholarship.
February 1, 2018 - The Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
The Jackie Robinson Foundation provides a multi-faceted experience designed to not only address the financial needs of minority students who aspire to attend college but also to guide them through the process of higher education. Visit http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/ for details and to apply.
February 1, 2018 - AG Scholarships
More than $500,000 in scholarships are available to Agriculture students in FFA that plan to enroll in college. Applications are accepted from November 15 through February 1st. Click here for details and to apply.
February 1, 2018 - University of Memphis Emerging Leaders & First Scholars
These scholarships require separate applications and have a February 1st deadline. The $5500 per year Emerging Leaders scholarship is awarded to a limited number of students with demonstrated leadership backgrounds and interest in leadership development programs. The $5000 per year First Scholars scholarshipis awarded to a limited number of first-generation college students whose parents have no education beyond two years of college.
February 1, 2018 - University of Tennessee @ Martin
The UT Martin Scholarship Online Application is open from October 15 – February 1, unless otherwise noted on the scholarship deadline. Click here to apply.
February 15, 2018 - DAR Scholarships
Daughters of the American Revolution award approximately $150,000 annually in scholarships. Some of the special scholarship areas include: American Indian, Medical/Nursing, Learning Disabled, etc. The deadline for all scholarship categories is February 15th. Please visit the website to apply. http://dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm
February 15, 2018 - Ned McWherter Scholars Program
The Ned McWherter Scholars Program is intended to encourage academically superior Tennessee high school graduates to attend college in Tennessee. The award is $6000 per academic year, $3000 from the State of Tennessee and $3000 from the college or university attended and it is a renewable scholarship. To be eligible, the applicant must: have a minimum composite score of 29 on the ACT or 1280 on the SAT (math and critical reading only); have at least a 3.5 unweighted cumulative grade point average, and be a resident of Tennessee, a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and attend an eligible Tennessee college or university full time. For details and to apply online, click here.
February 17, 2018 - Military Commanders' Scholarship Fund
The New York Chapter of the American Logistics Association (ALA) has established a scholarship program to assist children of select active duty, reserve, National Guard or retired members of the United States military who plan to continue their education in college. $5000 Scholarships are offered each year for full-time study at an accredited institution of the student's choice. Applications will be accepted beginning in November 2017. Click here to apply.
New Deadline - February 22, 2018 - Harry Galbreath Scholarship
- Purpose and History: To provide scholarship assistance to students from Clarksville High School to pursue undergraduate programs of study.
- Scholarship Amount: $3,000 one-time award for one year
- Eligibility Requirements:
- Residency Requirement: Montgomery County
- Education Requirement: Graduating high school seniors of Clarksville High School
- Field of Study: Not Applicable
- GPA minimum: 2.5
- College/ Enrollment Requirement: Undergraduate Program
- Demonstrated Financial Need required
- Additional: Preference given to student athletes
NOTE: This scholarship is ONLY for a student who has "demonstrated financial need." To determine financial need, follow the application process, as detailed on the foundation's website.
February 22, 2018 - Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation (CEMC) Scholarship
Twelve graduating high school seniors (from CEMC five county service area) will be awarded $1000 academic scholarships. Seniors must also have a minimum GPA of 3.0, provide two references, and will need to submit a 300 word minimum essay. Applicants must plan to enroll at an accredited Tennessee college, university (Murray State & Western KY included) or trade school of their choice by Fall 2018. Click here for the application. The completed application is due to the MCHS senior counselor no later than February 22nd!
March 1, 2018 - Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Scholarship
The Iota Pi Sigma chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. is committed to helping young people succeed academically. This includes ensuring that students have access to the financial resources they need to obtain a college education. The chapter will offer one $500 scholarship award through our Rhomania Scholarship Program. Click HERE for details and to apply.
March 1, 2018 - The Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Scholarship
The Scholarship Committee of the Rho Mu Zeta chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority is accepting applications for the Annual Michelle Merritt Scholarship Program for school year 2018-19. It is available to qualifying high school female seniors enrolled in a Clarksville-Montgomery County school. Click HERE for details and an application.
March 1, 2018 - Altra Federal Credit Union Scholarship
"Altra Federal Credit Union believes being a good community member means giving something back. That’s why we’ve established a foundation that offers scholarships to reward young members with a demonstrated history of community involvement. Applicants must be a member of Altra Federal Credit Union and a graduating senior with a GPA of 2.8 or higher. Each year, Altra awards up to twelve $500 scholarships.
The foundation has posted the scholarship application and requirements on www.altra.org. Once on the homepage, click on About Us – Altra Foundation Scholarships. Our application is only available online and has a deadline of Thursday, March 1, 2018. Please let your students know that this is now available.
A direct link to the to the scholarship page is also available here: https://www.altra.org/about-us/altra-foundation-scholarships
If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact Carol Neill at 608-787-4536 or cneill@altra.org."
March 1, 2018 - American Chemical Society
Renewable scholarship for up to $5000 per year for an African American, Hispanic, or Native American Student majoring in Chemistry or a related field (not Premed or Pharmacy). Applications are accepted beginning November 1. Click here for details and to apply.
March 1, 2018 - MOAA (for Military Children)
Scholarships and interest free loans for up to $5500 per year are available for children of active or retired officers or enlisted military personnel. Selection is based on scholastic ability (minimum 3.0 GPA), activities, and financial need. Check the website for additional loan and scholarship programs. One application covers all scholarships and loans. Students must have a sponsor who is a member of MOAA or Voices for America’s Troops. Applications open in November. Click here to apply.
March 1, 2018 - TEA Don Sahli-Kathy Woodall Sons and Daughters Scholarship
Scholarship is available to a TEA member's child who is a high school senior, undergraduate or graduate student, and is planning to enroll, or is already enrolled, in a Tennessee college, majoring in education.
Click here for information and to apply.
March 1, 2018 - Tennessee Electronic Security Association Scholarship
Awards amount varies. Student must have a parent who is a full-time active duty employee of a police or sheriff’s department or a full-time paid or volunteer member of a fire department in TN. Click here to apply.
March 2, 2018 - Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority HBCU Scholarship
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Nu Kappa Omega Chapter is committed to the development of young people. In order to foster our young people’s growth, Nu Kappa Omega Chapter is pleased to announce the availability of the “ HBCU/Minority Scholarship”. This scholarship is designed to assist deserving minority students with purchasing books and other supplies for college. Each scholarship recipient will be awarded $1000.00. Click HERE for details and to apply.
March 2, 2018 - Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Minority Scholarship
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Nu Kappa Omega Chapter is committed to the development of young people. In order to foster our young people’s growth, Nu Kappa Omega Chapter is pleased to announce the availability of the “Minority Scholarship”. This scholarship is designed to assist deserving minority students with purchasing books and other supplies for college. Each scholarship recipient will be awarded $1000.00. Click HERE for details and to apply.
March 7, 2018 - Delta Air Lines Scholarship
Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer children of active-duty service members an experience of a lifetime this summer, at the National Flight Academy in Pensacola, Florida! Fourteen scholarships will be awarded for students (7th-12th grade) to attend a dynamic six-day, five-night program at the National Flight Academy during one of the following weeks:
• June 17 through June 22, 2018
• July 1 through July 6, 2018
• July 15 through July 20, 2018
Students have the unique opportunity to submit a scholarship application for the chance to attend the National Flight Academy this summer! Applications are due by March 7, 2018. Winners (14 out of the 36 will be selected) and alternates (4 alternates will be selected) will be notified by April 4, 2018. Once selected, winners must be registered by their parent/guardian via the National Flight Academy’s online portal by May 2, 2018. To receive scholarship submission instructions and weblink to the online application, please contact Cassie Redmyer at credmyer@nationalflightacademy.com or call (850) 308-8936. Click HERE for details.
March 15, 2018 - The Greater Clarksville National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Scholarships
"The Greater Clarksville National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) is now accepting applications for our 2018-2019 NPHC Scholarships. Our scholarships are available to qualifying high school seniors enrolled in the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System who plan to continue their education after graduation. The 2018-2019 NPHC scholarships will be awarded to first-place ($600.00) and second-place ($400.00) winners. The scholarship committee will thoroughly review each application packet received to determine the first and second-place winners. Notification will be sent to the winners via mail no later than April 1, 2018.The scholarships will be made payable to the respective university or college in the recipient's name upon receipt of enrollment verification. CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS AND AN APPLICATION.
March 15, 2018 - SAE Engineering Scholarships
This web site has a number of engineering scholarships.
http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/hsengineering.htm
March 15, 2018 - Agenia Clark Gold Award Scholarship for Excellence in Leadership
The scholarships will be applied to tuition, fees, books, supplies and equipment required for course load at accredited, nonprofit two- or four-year colleges/universities in the United States. Award: Amount varies
Requirements: You must be a Girl Scout Gold Award recipient whose troop, at the time of the award, was under the jurisdiction of GSMIDTN, You must be a high school senior, You must attend any accredited post-secondary college or university in the U.S., You must have a minimum GPA of 2.5., You must have a minimum ACT score of 21.
For more information: Poppy Lee, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator: plee@gsmidtn.org (615)460.0255 plee@gsmidtn.org
March 31, 2018 - Clark Johns - Joe Stephens Memorial Scholarship
Click HERE for details and an application for this $1,000 scholarship.
April 1, 2018 - 2018 EGIA Foundation Scholarship Program
From the website - "The EGIA Foundation wants to help develop and qualify ambitious, committed people from all backgrounds for employment in the home services industry. We know that the investment into proper education and training can be a burden on individuals and their families, but they are necessary in order to create the kind of employment candidates who will find long-term success, happiness and ongoing growth while providing value to the industry and its employers. To that end, the EGIA Foundation Scholarship Program helps ease the barriers to entry to employment in the industry by shouldering part of the cost of education and training for selected individuals. The Scholarship Program supports academic and trade education at a wide variety of approved community colleges, private career schools and trade schools that offer courses relevant to careers in the home services industry. Click HERE for details.
April 6, 2018 - Mickey Fisher Memorial Scholarship
The Mickey Fisher Memorial Scholarship Board will award one scholarship per school year to a graduating senior who meets the qualifications and plans to enroll at Austin Peay State University. Applicants will be students of Ft. Campbell High School and other surrounding high schools who are children of Ft. Campbell soldiers who are serving or have served our country on the battlefield. If, in a given year there are no students In this category, next priority would go to a graduate who most closely fits the qualifications established by the Mickey Fisher Memorial Scholarship Committee. The scholarship will be based on academic achievement and extracurricular and community involvement - not financial need. The scholarship may be used for tuition, room, board and/or fees charged by Austin Peay State University. The scholarship Is renewable and the recipient may apply each year provided a grade point average of 3.0 is maintained. CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS AND AN APPLICATION
April 15, 2018 - JROTC Scholarship (Tennessee)
One scholarship of $3000 available to a Tennessee JROTC cadet who has been awarded either The American Legion General Military Excellence, or The American Legion Scholastic Award Medal and The American Legion Certificate. JROTC Senior Instructor must provide the recommendation for the award. Information and recommendation forms are provided each JROTC Unit in Tennessee. Must be U.S. citizen. Click here for information.
April 16, 2018 (Deadline Extension) - MTSU Department of Biology Freshman Scholarship
The Biology Department at Middle Tennessee State University has three $1,500 scholarships available to first-semester freshmen. The recipients of the awards must be graduating high school seniors, must declare Biology as their major and be entering MTSU for the Fall 2018 semester. Successful applicants will also need to demonstrate an interest in the life sciences and have career aspirations in a biological field. The scholarships will be awarded based on the students’ ACT scores, high-school GPA, and their responses on the attached application form. In order to apply, a student must have an ACT score of 25 or better and a high-school GPA of 3.5 or above. The deadline for the application has been extended to April 16th. If you have questions, please contact Tammy Howell at 615-898-2847 or tammy.howell@mtsu.edu with “freshman scholarship” in the subject line.
Click HERE for details and an application.
May 22, 2018 - B. Davis Scholarship
Applications must be received by May 22, 2018
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000
Visit www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm for details and to apply
May 30, 2018 - Montesi Scholarship
The Law Office of Katti, Keltner, Bienvenu & Montesi is offering a $2500 scholarship to a student from Tennessee. Click here for details and to apply.
May 31, 2018 - Injury Lawyers Scholarship.
This scholarship is available for high school seniors and current college students nationwide who will be attending or currently attending a 4-year college/university or 2-year community college for the Fall of 2018.
Here are some notes about the scholarship:
· Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA
· One time award of $1,500
· All applications must be submitted no later than 05/31/18
· Scholarship specific to students who have been affected by a personal injury
To view the application and more information about this scholarship you can visit: https://www.bestinjurylawyer.com/#scholarship-application
May 31, 2018 - The Walker Morgan 2018 College Scholarship
Details for this scholarship are below:
Criteria:
· Applicants must currently be enrolled in high school and plan to graduate before July 1, 2018, or be enrolled in college.
· Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA or higher.
· Applicants or direct family members must have been personally affected by an injury of some type.
Deadline: May 31, 2018
Award Amount: $2,500
Application: Only online applications will be accepted. The application can be found at https://www.walkermorgan.com/#scholarship-application
Winning Applicant: Judging for this scholarship will take into account three factors:
1. Academic achievements.
2. Achievements outside of school.
3. The written response to the question.
The scholarship winner will be notified via email or a telephone call. There will be an announcement made as well on the Walker Morgan LLC Facebook page and blog.
June 8, 2018 - The 2018 Sigma Phi Epsilon at Tennessee Balanced Man Scholarship
Details of ScholarshipThe scholarship is awarded to high school senior men who will be attending The University of Tennessee – Knoxville in the fall.
- 1st Place – $1,500
- 2nd Place- $1,000
- 3rd Place – $500
- Sigma Phi Epsilon will award four $500 scholarships to applicants who greatly excel in one of the four categories. —Leader, Scholar, Athlete, or Gentleman.
The scholarship process consists of three simple steps: filling out the application, scheduling an interview, and, if selected, attending the final scholarship banquet where we award our scholarships.
NOTE: The website has June 17, 2017 as the deadline, but that is an error. June 8, 2018, according to the Balanced Man (UT chapter) is the correct deadline. Visit https://www.tnalpha.com/balanced-man-scholarship for details and to apply.
June 14, 2018 - Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
Abbott & Fenner are committed to continuing our efforts at helping those who have the desire and ambition to succeed. For details and to apply, click HERE for the website.
June 15, 2018 - Horatio Alger Career & Technical Scholarship Program
Seniors graduating in Spring 2018 can receive up to $2,500 to pursue career or technical education. Seniors must be enrolled in a career or technical degree/certificate granting program in Fall 2018 and demonstrate financial need (be Pell Grant eligible). Click here to apply online.
June 19, 2018 - The Big Sun Scholarships
All student athletes are eligible regardless of the sport they are engaged in. The student must be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute. Click here for details and to apply.
July 15, 2018 - Dependent Children Scholarship Program
For a dependent child of a Tennessee law enforcement officer, fireman or emergency medical technician who has been killed or totally/permanently disabled due to work. Must attend a Tennessee college. Click here for details and to apply.
August 1, 2018 - MG Law Scholarship
Requirements:
- The scholarship must be submitted, in full, by July 1, 2018. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
- INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
- Applications for scholarship can be submitted by any high school senior or current attendee of an institute of higher education (including tech schools).
- Disclosure: Preferential consideration will be given to Georgia high school graduates especially those from Rockdale County.
- A student aid report (if available) showing income status of your household must be attached for application to be considered.
- Must have a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0.
- A transcript must be attached with counselor or school representative signature for application to be considered.
- This scholarship is a one time scholarship worth $1,000. It will be awarded August 1, 2018
- Although not required, applicants are encouraged to submit recommendation letters and/or resumes to substantiate their application.
- Claims made on the application will be verified before scholarship is awarded.
October 6, 2018 - AES Engineers Scholarship
The consulting firm of AES Engineers is committed to continuing its support of higher education by providing scholarships to deserving students. This award is available to all students, regardless of their field of study. To be eligible the student needs to answer one of the essay questions that they will find on their website: athttp://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm. NOTE: at the time of this entry, the website incorrectly states October 6, 2017 as the deadline, but under "How to Apply" on the same page, October 6, 2018 is shown.
October 16, 2018 - AES Scholarship
The consulting firm of AES Engineers is committed to continuing its support of higher education by providing scholarships to deserving students. This award is available to all students, regardless of their field of study.
To be eligible the student needs to answer one of the essay questions that they will find on their site at: http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm.
They are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluating the essays that are submitted.
Amount of award: $500.00
Further information, including previous winners, is available at: http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
October 15th, 2018 - The NET Lender Scholarship
Click HERE for details on this $1,000 scholarship.
December 31, 2018 - CrazyGames Scholarship
From the CrazyGames Scholarship website: "$1,500 Worldwide Student ScholarshipBoth current students and rising freshmen are eligible for this scholarship. The $1,500 scholarship will be awarded to one student and the money will be transferred to their University to go towards the tuition fee. The student will be chosen based on their creativity in and commitment to digital media and game development. The choice will be made by a scholarship committee of 2 game publishing experts, and 2 game developers. To apply, applicants need to submit one piece of work. There are no limits on the form of this work. Examples of work would be a game prototype, an essay related to games, an overview of game development technologies, and so forth. The work will remain the student's property. CrazyGames will only consider the work for this scholarship, and will not use it for any other purposes. The student wholly reserves the right to submit this work to other bodies and publish it elsewhere. If you have any questions about the scholarship, please send an email toscholarship@crazygames.com. We will do our best to reply within 48 hours during working days.
- Application Deadline: December 31st, 2018
- Application Results Announcement: February 1st, 2019
- Scholarship Amount: 1,500 USD
- Requirements: 1 piece of work