Scholarship Newsletter
TN Promise:
The TN Promise class of 2019 application deadline is less than three weeks away! All students are encouraged to apply online by 11:59 PM on November 1, 2018 to become eligible. If a student does not apply by the deadline, he/she will not be eligible for TN Promise.
FAFSA:
The 2019-2020 Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open for completion! Students must complete the 2019-2020 FAFSA by 11:59 PM on February 1, 2019 for TN Promise eligibility; however, we encourage students to complete the FAFSA as soon as possible! Please click here for the documents and information students need in order to successfully file FAFSA.
APSU ROTC Scholarships
ROTC scholarships are awarded to students who are going to APSU straight out of high school. Students must apply for admissions to APSU and register for the APSU ROTC program once they have been accepted at APSU. For information about the APSU JROTC program, click here.
Tennessee Scholarships - Various Deadines
Visit: https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-by-state/tennessee-scholarships/
Lipscomb University
Libscomb University offers a variety of scholarships and grants to make college more affordable. See
http://www.lipscomb.edu/financialaid/undergraduate-scholarships for more information.
Martin Methodist College Scholarships
Martin Methodist College hosts three scholarship competitions annually. Click here for details.
Maryville College Scholarships (dates vary)
Maryville College is a private college located in Maryville, Tennessee. They provide a number of generous scholarship and award opportunities to deserving students. Click here for details.
Wace National Co-Op Scholarship Program (deadline vary)
WACE, on behalf of the ten WACE Partner Institutions, is pleased to announce and sponsor its Fourteenth Annual National Co-op Scholarship Program. As the largest independently sponsored merit co-op scholarship program in the United States, WACE will award 175 merit co-op scholarships for a total value of $4,500,000. These merit co-op scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors and transfer students who plan to participate in college cooperative education at one of our Partner Institutions listed in the booklet. Click here for details.
Western Kentucky University Scholarships (deadlines vary)
Western Kentucky University awards merit-based scholarships to incoming undergraduate students based on their academic achievements. Eligibility criteria, application deadlines, and other pertinent information are provided per scholarship categories. Click here for details and to apply.
Various Deadlines - CollegeforTN.org
You can access the link directly, or through Naviance.
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:
"StudentScholarships.org has been providing scholarship information to students and
scholarship management services to companies since 2003.
1) Scholarship Management Services for Companies
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.
2) Scholarship Database for Students
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 Bee
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
October 15th, 2018 - The NET Lender Scholarship
Click HERE for details on this $1,000 scholarship.
October 17, 2018 - 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 details and to apply.
October 25, 2018 - 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. Click here for details and to apply.
October 31, 2018 - 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. Click here to apply.
October 31, 2018 - 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 the application.
November 1, 2018 - 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 www.tnpromise.gov
November 1, 2018 - Future Flyer Pitch Scholarship competition for future entrepreneurs
High school juniors and seniors: If you have big ideas and the passion to make a difference, you could win a trip to an in-person, start-up-style competition and up to $40,000 in scholarships over four years to the University of Dayton.. Click HERE for details.
November 1, 2018 - Auburn University Scholarships
Students planning to apply for scholarships should have a complete admission application file by November 1. The minimum test score and high school GPA required for consideration must be reflected on the applicant record within AUSOM by December 1. Following receipt by Auburn University, it may take up to three days before test scores and GPAs are updated in AUSOM. Click here for details.
November 1, 2018 - 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 7, 2018 - Prudential Spirit of Community Award
“The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards by the National Association of Secondary School Principals and Prudential Financial in 1995 to honor both middle level and high school students for outstanding acts of community service” Application: www.spirit.prudential.com or www.nassp.org/spirit
November 12, 2018 - Anne Ford ScholarshipThe Anne Ford Scholarship is a $10,000 scholarship ($2,500/year over four years) granted to a graduating high school senior with a documented learning disability (LD) and/or ADHD who will be enrolled in a full-time bachelor’s degree program in the fall. You can find information to apply at http://apply.ncld.org/
November 12, 2018 - Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship
The Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship is a one-time $2,500 scholarship awarded to a graduating high school senior with a documented learning disability (LD) and/or ADHD who will be enrolled in a two-year community college, a vocational or technical training program, or a specialized program for students with LD and/or ADHD in the fall. You can find information to apply at http://apply.ncld.org/
November 15 - Austin Peay State University Academic Scholarships (Priority deadline)
Please note that meeting the eligibility requirements for a scholarship does not guarantee receipt of the scholarship. To be considered for scholarships which are given through Admissions, please complete your Admissions application before the priority date of November 15. Click here for details on APSU academic scholarships.
November 15, 2018 - 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 20, 2018 - Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship
40 scholarships of $30,000/year will be awarded to students attending a 4-yr undergrad institution. Demonstrate financial need with family income under $95,000. Must have a 3.5 or better GPA and ACT of 26 or above. Apply at www.jkcf.org/Scholarships.
November 25, 2018 - AFS Project
Exchange Students in grades 8th-12th may enter this contest to win a full scholarship to spend two weeks abroad with AFS (a foreign exchange program). In a 200-500 word essay or 1-minute video, tell your idea for a volunteer project that could have a meaningful impact abroad. For more information, go to http://www.afsusa.org/project-change/.
December 1, 2018 - UT Chattanooga Scholarships
For more information, go to http://www.utc.edu/scholarships/.
December 1, 2018 - UT Knoxville Scholarships
For more information, go to http://onestop.utk.edu/scholarships
December 1, 2018 - Western Kentucky University Scholarships
For more information, go to https://www.wku.edu/scholarship
December 1 - 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, 2018 - University of Kentucky Scholarships
For more information, go to http://www.uky.edu/financialaid/scholarship- incoming-freshmen.
December 1 - 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:
December 1 - 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 - 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 - 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 14, 2018 - AXA Achievementsm Scholarship
The AXA Achievementsm Scholarship offers college scholarships of $2,500, $10,000 and $25,000 to high school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their activities in school, the community or the workplace. Plus, a $1,000 grant will be made to every scholarship winner's school. Apply here https://www.scholarsapply.org/axa-achievement/
December 15, 2018 - University of Alabama Scholarships
For more information, go to http://scholarships.ua.edu/freshmen
December 15, 2018 - AXA Achievement Scholarship
Any high school student planning on attending a 2 or 4 year college or university in the Fall 2019 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 https://us.axa.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievement-scholarship.html
December 15 - 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 - 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 - 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 15 - 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 2019-20 school year will open September 15, 2018. Apply online at http://www.scarlettfoundation.org/middle-tennessee/scholarships.htm
December 15, 2018 - Tennessee Cattlemen's Association Scholarships
Visit: http://www.tncattle.org/scholarships
December 15, 2018 - Norwich University Scholarship Opportunity
Here at Norwich, we want to reward those students who are on top of all things college with a special $2,000 “Take the Lead” Scholarship.
Here’s how it works:
December 31, 2018 - Tennessee Business Travel Association‘s (TBTA) Scholarship
Visit: https://tennesseebta.org/Scholarships_copytennesseebta.org/Scholarships_copy
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.
December 31, 2018 - Naval ROTC Scholarship
The Naval ROTC offers an excellent scholarship program for highly qualified and motivated high school seniors. Many of these pay full tuition, as well as a book and tax-free monthly stipend during the academic year. Competition is highly competitive and based on the whole-person concept (i.e., GPA, SAT/ACT scores, demonstrated leadership, athletics & volunteer/community service work). For more information, go to http://www.nrotc.navy.mil.
January 7, 2019 - The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship
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 5 - 7, 2019 and a part of the $138,000 national scholarship pool. Click here for details and to apply.
January 10, 2019 - APIASF General Scholarship
The APIASF General Scholarship is open to Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) high school and college students who will be enrolling or are currently enrolled in a U.S. accredited college or university as a degree-seeking undergraduate student in the upcoming academic year. There are multiple scholarship opportunities that vary in award amount, number of years, field of study, location, and more. For high school seniors, current college students, and students with GED entering college in Fall 2018. http://www.apiasf.org/scholarships.html
January 15, 2019 - The Hunt Leadership Scholarship
From SMU: "The Hunt Leadership Scholarship is one of the most generous and prestigious leadership scholarships in the country, and it allows students to combine learning and leadership in a unique way at SMU. We are looking for 20-25 students each year who have demonstrated extraordinary leadership in high school, and who will passionately pursue leadership as Mustangs. Hunt Scholars take a leadership development course together during their first semester on campus, study abroad together, enjoy wide access to the Tate Lecture Series, engage with campus, community, and world leaders, and create a lifelong network of leaders by working alongside one another." CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.
Students selected as Hunt Leadership Scholars for the Class of 2023 will receive an annual Hunt Scholarship of $42,000 or a total of $168,000 over four years. The Hunt Scholarship may be stacked up to tuition and fees with need-based aid, outside scholarships, and many of SMU’s departmental scholarship, but it will replace and supersede any centrally administered merit aid. Additionally, the Hunt Scholarship covers full tuition and airfare for a leadership-based study abroad program during May term following the scholars’ sophomore year.
January 15, 2019 - Ayn Rand “Atlas Shrugged” Essay Contest
Prizes range from $50 to $20,000 for essays on the book. Click here for details and to apply.
January 15 - 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 - 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 31, 2019 - Princeton Prize in Race Relations
$1000 and an all expenses paid trip to Princeton University for students in grades 9-12 who have done outstanding work in their school or community to advance race relations. www.princeton.edu/princetonprize
January 31, 2019 - Air Force ROTC Scholarship
The Air Force ROTC offers an excellent scholarship program for highly qualified and motivated high school seniors. Many of these pay full tuition and all scholarships include a book and tax-free monthly stipend during the academic year. Competition is highly competitive and based on the whole-person concept (i.e., GPA, SAT/ACT scores, demonstrated leadership, athletics & volunteer/community service work). For more information, go to www.afrotc.com
February 1 - 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 - 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 14 - 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 15 - 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, 2019 - The Harry Galbreath Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is only for those students who can demonstrate financial need! Don't apply if you can't!
East Tennessee Foundation is happy to announce that the Harry C. Galbreath Memorial Scholarship is once again available for the 2019-20 academic year! Below please find a detailed description of the criteria for Harry C. Galbreath Memorial Scholarship.
Scholarship information, including detailed descriptions and application instructions, as well as 2019 applications, will be available on their website: http://www.etf.org/scholarships. The scholarship application must be completed and submitted online. Click here for a copy of the online applicant tutorial.
Below is a detailed description of the criteria for the Harry C. Galbreath Memorial Scholarship:
February 17 - 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 2018. Click here to apply.
March 1, 2019 - Mike Groves Memorial Scholarship
Mike Groves believed that the future of this organization was in educating, encouraging and investing in young leaders and in embracing emerging technology trends. The Clarksville Association of Realtors, Young Professionals Network is awarding a scholarship in Mike's honor. To apply, visit http://www.clarksvilleaor.com/ypn-scholarship.
March 1 - 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 - 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 - 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 1 - Tusculum College full-tuition scholarship
This scholarship recognizes the exemplary academic record and achievements of its recipient. As a full tuition scholarship award, it will be awarded to no more than two students** in each incoming class. Click here for details and to apply.
March 15 - Community Foundation Scholarship Online Application
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee offers a variety of scholarships. The applications are available on their website at www.cfmt.org/request/scholarships. Students need only complete one application to be considered for any CFMT scholarship for which they are eligible.
March 15 - SAE Engineering Scholarships
This web site has a number of engineering scholarships.
http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/hsengineering.htm
April 14, 2019 - 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.
June 14, 2019 - Abbott & Fenner Scholarship Program
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants will award $1000 to a graduating senior. Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of their web site: http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php
June 19, 2019 - 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.
The TN Promise class of 2019 application deadline is less than three weeks away! All students are encouraged to apply online by 11:59 PM on November 1, 2018 to become eligible. If a student does not apply by the deadline, he/she will not be eligible for TN Promise.
FAFSA:
The 2019-2020 Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open for completion! Students must complete the 2019-2020 FAFSA by 11:59 PM on February 1, 2019 for TN Promise eligibility; however, we encourage students to complete the FAFSA as soon as possible! Please click here for the documents and information students need in order to successfully file FAFSA.
APSU ROTC Scholarships
ROTC scholarships are awarded to students who are going to APSU straight out of high school. Students must apply for admissions to APSU and register for the APSU ROTC program once they have been accepted at APSU. For information about the APSU JROTC program, click here.
Tennessee Scholarships - Various Deadines
Visit: https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-by-state/tennessee-scholarships/
Lipscomb University
Libscomb University offers a variety of scholarships and grants to make college more affordable. See
http://www.lipscomb.edu/financialaid/undergraduate-scholarships for more information.
Martin Methodist College Scholarships
Martin Methodist College hosts three scholarship competitions annually. Click here for details.
Maryville College Scholarships (dates vary)
Maryville College is a private college located in Maryville, Tennessee. They provide a number of generous scholarship and award opportunities to deserving students. Click here for details.
Wace National Co-Op Scholarship Program (deadline vary)
WACE, on behalf of the ten WACE Partner Institutions, is pleased to announce and sponsor its Fourteenth Annual National Co-op Scholarship Program. As the largest independently sponsored merit co-op scholarship program in the United States, WACE will award 175 merit co-op scholarships for a total value of $4,500,000. These merit co-op scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors and transfer students who plan to participate in college cooperative education at one of our Partner Institutions listed in the booklet. Click here for details.
Western Kentucky University Scholarships (deadlines vary)
Western Kentucky University awards merit-based scholarships to incoming undergraduate students based on their academic achievements. Eligibility criteria, application deadlines, and other pertinent information are provided per scholarship categories. Click here for details and to apply.
Various Deadlines - CollegeforTN.org
You can access the link directly, or through Naviance.
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:
"StudentScholarships.org has been providing scholarship information to students and
scholarship management services to companies since 2003.
1) Scholarship Management Services for Companies
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.
2) Scholarship Database for Students
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 Bee
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
October 15th, 2018 - The NET Lender Scholarship
Click HERE for details on this $1,000 scholarship.
October 17, 2018 - 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 details and to apply.
October 25, 2018 - 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. Click here for details and to apply.
October 31, 2018 - 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. Click here to apply.
October 31, 2018 - 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 the application.
November 1, 2018 - 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 www.tnpromise.gov
November 1, 2018 - Future Flyer Pitch Scholarship competition for future entrepreneurs
High school juniors and seniors: If you have big ideas and the passion to make a difference, you could win a trip to an in-person, start-up-style competition and up to $40,000 in scholarships over four years to the University of Dayton.. Click HERE for details.
November 1, 2018 - Auburn University Scholarships
Students planning to apply for scholarships should have a complete admission application file by November 1. The minimum test score and high school GPA required for consideration must be reflected on the applicant record within AUSOM by December 1. Following receipt by Auburn University, it may take up to three days before test scores and GPAs are updated in AUSOM. Click here for details.
November 1, 2018 - 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 7, 2018 - Prudential Spirit of Community Award
“The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards by the National Association of Secondary School Principals and Prudential Financial in 1995 to honor both middle level and high school students for outstanding acts of community service” Application: www.spirit.prudential.com or www.nassp.org/spirit
November 12, 2018 - Anne Ford ScholarshipThe Anne Ford Scholarship is a $10,000 scholarship ($2,500/year over four years) granted to a graduating high school senior with a documented learning disability (LD) and/or ADHD who will be enrolled in a full-time bachelor’s degree program in the fall. You can find information to apply at http://apply.ncld.org/
November 12, 2018 - Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship
The Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship is a one-time $2,500 scholarship awarded to a graduating high school senior with a documented learning disability (LD) and/or ADHD who will be enrolled in a two-year community college, a vocational or technical training program, or a specialized program for students with LD and/or ADHD in the fall. You can find information to apply at http://apply.ncld.org/
November 15 - Austin Peay State University Academic Scholarships (Priority deadline)
Please note that meeting the eligibility requirements for a scholarship does not guarantee receipt of the scholarship. To be considered for scholarships which are given through Admissions, please complete your Admissions application before the priority date of November 15. Click here for details on APSU academic scholarships.
November 15, 2018 - 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 20, 2018 - Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship
40 scholarships of $30,000/year will be awarded to students attending a 4-yr undergrad institution. Demonstrate financial need with family income under $95,000. Must have a 3.5 or better GPA and ACT of 26 or above. Apply at www.jkcf.org/Scholarships.
November 25, 2018 - AFS Project
Exchange Students in grades 8th-12th may enter this contest to win a full scholarship to spend two weeks abroad with AFS (a foreign exchange program). In a 200-500 word essay or 1-minute video, tell your idea for a volunteer project that could have a meaningful impact abroad. For more information, go to http://www.afsusa.org/project-change/.
December 1, 2018 - UT Chattanooga Scholarships
For more information, go to http://www.utc.edu/scholarships/.
December 1, 2018 - UT Knoxville Scholarships
For more information, go to http://onestop.utk.edu/scholarships
December 1, 2018 - Western Kentucky University Scholarships
For more information, go to https://www.wku.edu/scholarship
December 1 - 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, 2018 - University of Kentucky Scholarships
For more information, go to http://www.uky.edu/financialaid/scholarship- incoming-freshmen.
December 1 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 14, 2018 - AXA Achievementsm Scholarship
The AXA Achievementsm Scholarship offers college scholarships of $2,500, $10,000 and $25,000 to high school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their activities in school, the community or the workplace. Plus, a $1,000 grant will be made to every scholarship winner's school. Apply here https://www.scholarsapply.org/axa-achievement/
December 15, 2018 - University of Alabama Scholarships
For more information, go to http://scholarships.ua.edu/freshmen
December 15, 2018 - AXA Achievement Scholarship
Any high school student planning on attending a 2 or 4 year college or university in the Fall 2019 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 https://us.axa.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievement-scholarship.html
December 15 - 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 - 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 - 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 15 - 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 2019-20 school year will open September 15, 2018. Apply online at http://www.scarlettfoundation.org/middle-tennessee/scholarships.htm
December 15, 2018 - Tennessee Cattlemen's Association Scholarships
Visit: http://www.tncattle.org/scholarships
December 15, 2018 - Norwich University Scholarship Opportunity
Here at Norwich, we want to reward those students who are on top of all things college with a special $2,000 “Take the Lead” Scholarship.
Here’s how it works:
- Complete an online application for Fall 2019 enrollment.
- Send in any required supplemental items (i.e. high school transcript, test scores).
- Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and include Norwich University - 00369200.
December 31, 2018 - Tennessee Business Travel Association‘s (TBTA) Scholarship
Visit: https://tennesseebta.org/Scholarships_copytennesseebta.org/Scholarships_copy
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
December 31, 2018 - Naval ROTC Scholarship
The Naval ROTC offers an excellent scholarship program for highly qualified and motivated high school seniors. Many of these pay full tuition, as well as a book and tax-free monthly stipend during the academic year. Competition is highly competitive and based on the whole-person concept (i.e., GPA, SAT/ACT scores, demonstrated leadership, athletics & volunteer/community service work). For more information, go to http://www.nrotc.navy.mil.
January 7, 2019 - The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship
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 5 - 7, 2019 and a part of the $138,000 national scholarship pool. Click here for details and to apply.
January 10, 2019 - APIASF General Scholarship
The APIASF General Scholarship is open to Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) high school and college students who will be enrolling or are currently enrolled in a U.S. accredited college or university as a degree-seeking undergraduate student in the upcoming academic year. There are multiple scholarship opportunities that vary in award amount, number of years, field of study, location, and more. For high school seniors, current college students, and students with GED entering college in Fall 2018. http://www.apiasf.org/scholarships.html
January 15, 2019 - The Hunt Leadership Scholarship
From SMU: "The Hunt Leadership Scholarship is one of the most generous and prestigious leadership scholarships in the country, and it allows students to combine learning and leadership in a unique way at SMU. We are looking for 20-25 students each year who have demonstrated extraordinary leadership in high school, and who will passionately pursue leadership as Mustangs. Hunt Scholars take a leadership development course together during their first semester on campus, study abroad together, enjoy wide access to the Tate Lecture Series, engage with campus, community, and world leaders, and create a lifelong network of leaders by working alongside one another." CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.
Students selected as Hunt Leadership Scholars for the Class of 2023 will receive an annual Hunt Scholarship of $42,000 or a total of $168,000 over four years. The Hunt Scholarship may be stacked up to tuition and fees with need-based aid, outside scholarships, and many of SMU’s departmental scholarship, but it will replace and supersede any centrally administered merit aid. Additionally, the Hunt Scholarship covers full tuition and airfare for a leadership-based study abroad program during May term following the scholars’ sophomore year.
January 15, 2019 - Ayn Rand “Atlas Shrugged” Essay Contest
Prizes range from $50 to $20,000 for essays on the book. Click here for details and to apply.
January 15 - 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 - 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 31, 2019 - Princeton Prize in Race Relations
$1000 and an all expenses paid trip to Princeton University for students in grades 9-12 who have done outstanding work in their school or community to advance race relations. www.princeton.edu/princetonprize
January 31, 2019 - Air Force ROTC Scholarship
The Air Force ROTC offers an excellent scholarship program for highly qualified and motivated high school seniors. Many of these pay full tuition and all scholarships include a book and tax-free monthly stipend during the academic year. Competition is highly competitive and based on the whole-person concept (i.e., GPA, SAT/ACT scores, demonstrated leadership, athletics & volunteer/community service work). For more information, go to www.afrotc.com
February 1 - 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 - 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 14 - 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 15 - 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, 2019 - The Harry Galbreath Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is only for those students who can demonstrate financial need! Don't apply if you can't!
East Tennessee Foundation is happy to announce that the Harry C. Galbreath Memorial Scholarship is once again available for the 2019-20 academic year! Below please find a detailed description of the criteria for Harry C. Galbreath Memorial Scholarship.
Scholarship information, including detailed descriptions and application instructions, as well as 2019 applications, will be available on their website: http://www.etf.org/scholarships. The scholarship application must be completed and submitted online. Click here for a copy of the online applicant tutorial.
Below is a detailed description of the criteria for the Harry C. Galbreath Memorial 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
- Must demonstrate financial need
- Additional: Preference given to student athletes
February 17 - 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 2018. Click here to apply.
March 1, 2019 - Mike Groves Memorial Scholarship
Mike Groves believed that the future of this organization was in educating, encouraging and investing in young leaders and in embracing emerging technology trends. The Clarksville Association of Realtors, Young Professionals Network is awarding a scholarship in Mike's honor. To apply, visit http://www.clarksvilleaor.com/ypn-scholarship.
March 1 - 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 - 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 - 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 1 - Tusculum College full-tuition scholarship
This scholarship recognizes the exemplary academic record and achievements of its recipient. As a full tuition scholarship award, it will be awarded to no more than two students** in each incoming class. Click here for details and to apply.
March 15 - Community Foundation Scholarship Online Application
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee offers a variety of scholarships. The applications are available on their website at www.cfmt.org/request/scholarships. Students need only complete one application to be considered for any CFMT scholarship for which they are eligible.
March 15 - SAE Engineering Scholarships
This web site has a number of engineering scholarships.
http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/hsengineering.htm
April 14, 2019 - 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.
June 14, 2019 - Abbott & Fenner Scholarship Program
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants will award $1000 to a graduating senior. Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of their web site: http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php
June 19, 2019 - 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.
