Montgomery Scholars Honors Program
The Montgomery Scholars Program is a selective-admission two-year interdisciplinary honors program designed for high school graduates as the first step in completing a four-year degree. As a Montgomery Scholar, you’ll be part of an exciting community of honors students sharing common intellectual and cultural experiences over the course of your two years at Montgomery College. We emphasize interdisciplinary discourse and encourage students from all academic disciplines to apply.
Montgomery Scholars will launch their college studies at a fraction of the cost of most four-year schools. The College will award merit scholarships to each student admitted into the Scholars program for fall 2017. These Montgomery Scholars scholarships cover the cost of full-tuition and fees, for two years of study at Montgomery College (30 credits per year at the in-county resident tuition rate).
Deadline: January 6, 2017
Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarships
A program that recognizes students who are driving awareness and mobilizing youth to be catalysts for innovative models that provide solutions to eliminate hunger in America. Scholarship winners receive a $5,000 scholarship and a $5,000 grant for their hunger-related charity. The Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarship is named for the Foundation's founder and former president, Steve Brady, who was an unstoppable champion in the fight to end hunger.
Deadline: October 5 - December 5, 2016
Ron Brown Scholar Program
The Ron Brown Scholar Fund is a 501(c)3 public charity, managed by an independent Board of Trustees. The Program which was named for the late Secretary of Commerce and inspired by his dedication to public service, focuses on encouraging civic engagement among Scholars while promoting academic excellence, community and lifelong interactions. Recipients are young African Americans of outstanding promise who are offered academic scholarships, service opportunities and leadership experiences.
RON BROWN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY:
Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for the Ron Brown Scholar Program provided you meet the following requirements:
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Must be Black/African American.
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Must excel academically.
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Must exhibit exceptional leadership potential.
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Must participate in community service activities.
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Demonstrate financial need.
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Be a US citizen or hold a permanent resident visa card.
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Be a current high school senior at the time of your application. NOTE: Current college students are not eligible to apply.
Deadline: November 1, 2016
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation supports over 1,400 college students each year, with annual scholarships of $3.45 million, through two nationally recognized programs.
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THE COCA-COLA SCHOLARS PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors each year. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, and their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. With the 28th class in 2016, the Foundation has provided over 5,700 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $60 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.
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Deadline: October 31, 2016
High Bridge Foundation
The Foundation provides five (5) $1,000 scholarships and five (5) $500 book scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are experiencing undue hardships, whether due to extreme poverty, family problems, immigration, adoption, or disabilities, so they can pursue their dream of attending trade school, community college, college, or university. For more information, please refer to the linked document below.
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A student who meets the following criteria is eligible to apply:
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Is a graduating high school senior from a public, private, or charter high school located in the District of Columbia, Prince George’s County, MD, Montgomery County, MD, Arlington County, VA, the City of Alexandria, VA, or Fairfax County, VA.
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Has a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.0 at the conclusion of the first semester (or second quarter) of the 2015-2016 school year. (An applicant who does not meet the minimum GPA requirement but is able to demonstrate substantial and noteworthy academic progress given hardship conditions will be considered. Examples of hardship may include poverty, immigration, or adversity such as a disability or loss of a parent.)
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Has been admitted to a trade school, community college, college, or university and will attend such institution full time
Deadline: May 1, 2016
College Jump Start Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded once a year. Scholarships range from $2,500 – $5,000. Applications are sent directly to the school. Please contact your school counselor to apply. Decision is based primarily on financial need
Qualifications: various scholarships, not all require you to be Jewish. The JSSA SCHOLARSHIP FUND does NOT REQUIRE you to be Jewish to apply, Must attend a 2 year or 4 year college/university, attend a MCPS High School, Be a US Citizen or working towards citizenship. Must be paid back if a student does not complete at least year of college
Deadline: May 2, 2016
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Scholarship
The College JumpStart Scholarship is an annual, merit-based competition -- financial need is not considered -- that is open to 10th-12th graders, college students and non-traditional students. The main requirement is that you are committed to going to school and can express your goals for getting a higher education.
Qualifications: Must write a 700-750 word essay on the following topic: “Considering the political climate in the United States and the World, How much value do you place on your right to vote?” Citizenship is not required. Fill out the application and send it to: Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., P.O. Box 3330, Silver Spring, MD 20918
Award Amounts: 4 scholarships, $1000, $2,000, $3,000, and $5,000
Deadline: October 23, 2016
Horatio Alger Scholarship Program and National Scholarship Program
Qualifications: 2.0 GPA, extracurricular activities. Must be committed to obtaining a 4 year degree (can start at a
2 yr college too), Family must make under $55,000/year, must be a US Citizen, Must have overcome adversity
Awards: There are twenty $7,000 scholarships awarded each year for the Scholarship Program, and 106 $22,000 scholarships for the National Scholarship Program, but only 1 application is needed to complete on the website above.
Deadline: October 25, 2016
Junior Achievement Essay Competition
The 2016 Junior Achievement Essay Competition, in partnership with David M. Rubenstein, is coming and we can't wait to tell you the question we're asking this year. Do you want to get a head start on the competition? Great. Head over to our Facebook page and connect with us. We'll be giving our Facebook fans a chance to learn this year's topic a full month before it opens (think: late August).
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Qualifications: 9th-12th grade. Answer the following essay question in 1000-1500 words: "Should young Americans be required to spend at least one year in public service or is such a requirement an unnecessary government intrusion?" Must be a Citizen or have Permanent Residency
Award Amounts: One $10,000 scholarship for a MD student and One $20,000 scholarship for the overall MD/DC/VA winner.
Deadline: October 29, 2016
VFW Voice of Democracy Scholarship
Each year, nearly 40,000 high school students from across the country enter to win a share of $2 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the VFW’s Voice of Democracy audio-essay competition.
The VFW established the Voice of Democracy program (VOD) in 1947 to provide students grades 9-12 the opportunity to express themselves in regards to democratic ideas and principles.
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Qualifications: Write an essay on the following topic AND record a copy to CD of yourself reading the essay: “Why Veterans are important to our Nation’s History and Future.”
Award Amount: Local/National winners $1000/$16,000
Deadline: November 1, 2016
Anne Ford Scholarship
The 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.
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Qualifications: Must have a documented learning disability, 3.0 GPA, Must be U.S. Citizen, Must attend a 4 year college or university, financial need, school/community activities
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Deadline: November 13, 2016
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.
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Qualifications: Must have a documented learning disability, must attend a 2 year college or Technical School, financial need, school/community activities
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Deadline: November 13, 2016
Comcast Leaders & Achievers Scholarship
Each year, Comcast asks principals and guidance counselors to help us identify the best and the brightest high school seniors for recognition as Comcast Leaders and Achievers. In recognition of their community service, academic achievement and leadership skills, winners receive one-time college scholarships. Since the first Leaders and Achievers were recognized in 2001, Comcast has awarded more than $26 million in scholarships to help nearly 25,000 students pursue higher education.
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Qualifications: 2.8 GPA or higher, Leadership through school, employment, or out of school activities, community service, attend a 2yr, 4yr, or Vo-tech schools.
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Tell your school counselor or Mr.Whiting if you want to be considered.
Deadline: December 3, 2016
Lenox Park Cares Scholarship Contest
Qualifications: 3.2 GPA, 3 recommendation letters (teachers/counselors/ employers/ adult mentors), 500 word essay about yourself, your experience with school and your plans to further your education, written in Times New Roman, 12 pt. Font, and Double-spaced.
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Entries must be sent by mail or email to the above email address or
Dominique Papillion
1400 East West Highway
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Deadline: December 15, 2016
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship
Honoring the legacy and character of our nation’s 40th President, the GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program rewards college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with financial assistance to pursue higher education. Each year, the Program selects numerous recipients to receive a $10,000 scholarship renewable for up to an additional three years – up to $40,000 total per recipient. Awards are for undergraduate and graduate study, and may be used for education-related expenses, including tuition, fees, books, supplies, room, and board. In addition, Scholars are invited to participate in a special awards program.
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Qualifications: Citizenship, 3.0 GPA, leadership, drive, motivation, integrity, financial need, attend a 4yr college/university
Deadline: Janurary 8, 2017
US JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship
The United States JCI Senate is an independent organization, with its own constitution and bylaws, associated with the United States Junior Chamber and Junior Chamber International. The US JCI Senate consists of over 7,800 members throughout 50 states and the District of Columbia.
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Qualifications: Personal statement, 3 reference letters, transcript, citizenship required. NO GPA requirement
Deadline: Janurary 9, 2017
APIASF General Scholarship Program
The APIASF General Scholarship online application opens on September 1, 2016 and closes on January 11, 2017 at 11:59 PM EST. Scholarship awards range from one-time $2,500 awards to multi-year $20,000 awards. APIASF provides scholarships to underserved AAPI students with a special focus on those who:
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Live at or below the poverty level, or are otherwise of low socioeconomic status;
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Are the first in their families to attend college;
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Are representative of the AAPI community's diversity, geographically and ethnically, especially those ethnicities that have been underrepresented on college campuses due to limited access and opportunity; and
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Have placed strong emphasis on community service and leadership as well as solid academic achievement.
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Qualifications: Must- be of Asian/Pacific Islander descent, be a US citizen or legal resident, enroll as an undergraduate student at a college or university in fall 2017, have a 2.7 GPA or GED, have applied to FAFSA and submit a letter of recommendation online.
Deadline: Janurary 11, 2017
Gates Millennium Scholarship
The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) Program, funded by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, was established in 1999 to provide outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian Pacific Islander American**, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in any discipline area of interest. Continuing Gates Millennium Scholars may request funding for a graduate degree program in one of the following discipline areas: computer science, education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health or science
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Qualifications: 3.3 unweighted GPA, African-American or Latino, Leadership, School Activities, Community Involvement, 7 essays, Must qualify for the PELL GRANT through FAFSA, Must have Citizenship or Perm Residency, Must attend a 2 year or 4 year college
Deadline: Janurary 14, 2017
2016 Fred J. Epstein Youth Achievement Award
Each year, at our annual spring gala, Smart Kids with Learning Disabilities® recognizes students from all over the country who have achieved great success despite their learning challenges. The Fred J. Epstein Youth Achievement Awards celebrate outstanding accomplishments of young people with LD and ADHD who have already done amazing things, leaving an indelible mark on their schools and communities. Many are poised to go on to even bigger and better achievements in college and workplaces across America.​
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This award recognizes the strengths and accomplishments of young people
with learning disabilities and ADHD. It will be given to a student 19 or younger who has demonstrated initiative, talent and determination resulting in a notable accomplishment in any field—including art, music, science, math, athletics or community service.
Deadline: Janurary 31, 2017
“I Empower” Scholarship
As part of its commitment to the Greater Washington community, Thursday Network developed a scholarship program to help high school students pursue a college education. Since 1992, the Thursday Network I EMPOWER Scholarship Fund has awarded $153,000 in college assistance to high school seniors in Washington, DC, Montgomery County, MD, and Prince George's County, MD. Students use the award to fund their freshman year at any accredited 4-year college or university in the United States.
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Qualifications: 2.5 GPA, attend a 4yr college, Perm Res or Citizen, Significant Community Service, Financial Need
Deadline: February 1, 2017
Northrup Grumman Engineering Scholarship
This scholarship program helps support promising high school seniors who intend to pursue a career in an approved engineering, computer science, mathematics or physics program and who live in communities where Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems has a major presence.
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Qualifications: US Citizen, 3.5 GPA, 1700 SAT or 27 ACT, Engineering Major
Deadline: February 4, 2017
Rise Scholarship Foundation, Inc.
The mission of The RiSE Scholarship Foundation, Inc. is to recognize and reward students with learning disabilities that have overcome learning challenges, achieved academic success in their formative school years and will continue their educational journey by pursuing an undergraduate degree at a college or university.
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Application Criteria:
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Must be a current high school, college bound senior, who has submitted applications to and is planning on attending an accredited College or University.
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Must be a U.S. Citizen.
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Must have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher on a 4 point scale (or equivalent).
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Must have a documented learning disability*, a diagnosis of ADHD or ADD alone does not qualify.
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Must provide a letter of reference from a teacher, high school counselor, or principal of present high school on the enclosed form.
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If chosen as an award winner, the recipient must provide RiSE Scholarship Foundation, Inc. proof of registration to accepted college or university for the scholarship to be issued the fall semester of the same year that the award is presented.
Deadline: February 10, 2017
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated - Eta Pi Zeta Chapter is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for the 2016 scholarship awards. Book and regular scholarships will be awarded in amounts ranging up to $1,000 (subject to change).
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An applicant must:
* Be a high school senior,
* be accepted at a (2) or (4) year College or University,
* have a minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 2.5, and
* live or attend school in Montgomery County, MD​
Deadline: February 12, 2017
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.
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Qualifications: Minority Senior, community service, financial need, leadership 1000 SAT (CR +Math) or 21 ACT, Must attend a 4 yr college directly after HS, and be a US Citizen
Deadline: February 15, 2017
Cynthia E. Morgan Scholarship
This scholarship was established in order to foster and instill the belief that Cindy always carried - that education and learning were of paramount importance. This scholarship is intended to help a student defray some small portion of the ever-increasing costs of a college education. As well, this scholarship is being awarded only to a person who is a "first-generation" college student. Cindy's son John was in the first generation of his family to attend and graduate college. Many first-generation college students are not prepared for the intensity and lifestyle associated with pursuing a college degree in the way that children are in families where previous generations have completed the rigors of a college education. This scholarship is intended to help alleviate some of the frustration and costs associated with college expenses.
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Qualifications: Must attend 2 yr or 4yr college, must enter medical careers major
Deadline: February 25, 2017
LAGRANT Foundation Scholarship
Qualifications: Citizen or Permanent Resident, Minority, must be attending a 4yr college or university, 2.75 GPA, Must major in Public Relations, Advertising, Art, Marketing, Anthropology, English, Graphic Design, Sociology. Must have focus on PR, Adv, or MKTG. Award Amount: They award 20 scholarships of $2,500 each
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Scholarship recipients will receive a trip to Detroit where they will participate in career building activities including a welcome dinner with a keynote speaker, two daylong career & professional development workshops and a scholarship & donor recognition reception.
Deadline: February 28, 2017
Armed Forces Communication & Electronics Association (AFCEA)
Qualifications: Live in DC area, Major in Technology, Math, Science, Engineering
Award Amount: $2,000
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The AFCEA NOVA Educational Foundation awards a significant number of annual merit-based scholarships to qualified students who are pursuing degrees in STEM technical fields supportive of our national security.
Since its inception, the AFCEA NOVA Scholarship program has awarded more than $1,000,000 to over 400 recipients.
Deadline: February 28, 2017
Air Force Spouse’s Club of Washington Scholarship
Qualifications: 3.25 GPA, one parent must be in the US Air Force
Awards: 15 scholarships of varying amounts
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The purpose of the AFOSC Scholarship Awards Program is to acknowledge and reward outstanding academic and personal achievements of eligible United States Air Force dependents and spouses, of any rank, by offering merit based scholarships for study at higher learning institutions.
Deadline: February 29, 2017
Maryland State Guaranteed Access Grant/Educational Assistance Grant (Howard Rawlings Grant)
Qualifications: Receive Free/Reduced lunch, 2.5 un-weighted GPA in a college preparatory curriculum (Must be a college completer), must apply for FAFSA before March 1st
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Award amount. Up to $16,500 year ($66,000 over 4 years)
Deadline: March 1, 2017
Maryland State Delegate/State Senator Scholarships
Put in your address and find your State Senator and State Delegates phone numbers, then call them and ask about their scholarship application process.
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Qualifications: Must attend a Maryland Public or Private Community College, College, or University. Must fill out FAFSA by March 1st. Must apply each year while in college. No GPA requirement
Award Amounts: varied $200-$19,000.
Deadline: March 1, 2017
Ronnie Williams Foundation
We offer three (3) Scholarships
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1. The "Ron & Cora Lee Children of Law Enforcement Officers Scholarship."
This scholarship will be given to a H.S. senior, who is a child of a
Law Enforcement officer, for writing an essay on the value of having
a good relationship with his or her parents.
(Open to all law enforcement families in the states of Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey & Pennsylvania)
2. The "Master Corporal Ronald G. Williams, Jr. Law Enforcement Scholarship"
This scholarship will be given to a H.S. senior pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice.
Applicants will be required to write an essay on why he/she wants to be a Law Enforcement officer.
(Open to H.S. students in the states of Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey & Pennsylvania)
3. The "Officer Chad Spicer Heroes Scholarship"
Presented by The Ronnie Williams Foundation
Courtesy of: The Chad Spicer Foundation
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Qualifications: 2.5 GPA, must major in CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Award Amounts: $1,000
Deadline: March 1, 2017 - May 31, 2017
Dwight P. Jacobus Scholarships
The Dwight P. Jacobus Scholarships were established by the Association of School Business Officials of Maryland and the District of Columbia to assist those citizens of the State and/or District who require financial assistance to secure a college education. Scholarships are awarded to deserving undergraduate students pursuing a career in Business or Education at an accredited institution of higher education within Maryland or the District of Columbia. Dwight P. Jacobus was the first Executive Director of ASBO.
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Qualifications: Financial Need, live in MD for at least 1 year, 2.0 GPA to receive it and a 3.0 GPA in order to renew it (one scholarship will be specifically for a student pursing a teacher certification)
Award Amounts: $1,000
Deadline: March 1, 2017
Barbara Wiedner & Dorothy Vandercook Memorial Peace Scholarships
Awards of $250 or $500 for high school seniors and college freshmen with demonstrated leadership and personal initiative in activities involving: Peace and Social Justice, Nuclear Disarmament, and/or Conflict Resolution
You are eligible for this Peace Scholarship if both of these apply:
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You are a high school senior or college freshman at time of application, AND
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You can provide evidence of leadership and/or personal initiative in activities or in an organization (including volunteer of paid work) relating to peace and social justice, nuclear disarmament, and/or conflict resolution.
Deadline: March 1, 2017
Sherry Hintz Scholarship
The Sherry S. Hintz Scholarship Fund was created by an anonymous donor in memory of the women of the Hintz family (especially the donor’s sister, Sherry). The Fund provides college scholarship awards to students who have lost a parent/guardian to breast or ovarian cancer. The Fund is administered through the Montgomery County Community Foundation (MCCF) in partnership with the Mental Health Association (MHA) of Montgomery County, Maryland.
ELIGIBILITY You may be eligible if you:
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Are a resident of Montgomery County, Maryland
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Are a member of a family with demonstrated financial need
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Are a high school junior, senior, or a high school graduate under 22 years old
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Have achieved at least a 3.0 GPA
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Are involved in a school, community, or athletic activity, ideally in a leadership position
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Have lost a parent or primary guardian to breast or ovarian cancer
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Wish to attend college
Deadline: March 5, 2017
Michael Yasick ADHD Scholarship by Shire
The scholarship program is for legal residents of the United States who:
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have been diagnosed with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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are accepted to or will be enrolled in a 2- or 4-year undergraduate program* at an accredited college, university, trade school, technical school, or vocational school located in the US
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are under the care of a licensed health care professional for ADHD
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Award amount: $2,000
Deadline: March 9, 2017
Blacks in Government (BIG) Dept of Health and Human Services Division
The HHS/College Park Complex Chapter is pleased to announce that it will award at least three $1,000 academic scholarships and at least two $500 Reginald Bennett and Garnett Wood Book Awards in 2016.
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ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for a book award or scholarship, the applicant must:
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Be a graduating senior from an accredited secondary educational institution in one of these areas (BIG Region XI,bigrxi.org):
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District of Columbia
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Charles County, MD
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Montgomery County, MD
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Prince Georges County, MD
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Alexandria, VA
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Arlington County, VA
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Fairfax City, VA
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Fairfax County, VA
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Falls Church, VA
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Loudon County, VA
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Prince William County, VA
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Enter a four-year university or college as a full-time freshman in the Fall of 2016
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Have a scholastic average of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale
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Not be an immediate relative (son or daughter) of a member of the BIG HHS/College Park Complex Chapter
Deadline: March 16, 2017
Leadership Montgomery
Leadership Montgomery created the Youth Community Leadership Awards in 1997 to identify, reward and promote outstanding community service and leadership demonstrated by high school seniors attending public, private or
parochial schools in Montgomery County, Maryland.
Applicants must have completed a minimum of 260 hours of approved community service by the end of their junior year. Each applicant is required to submit an award application, an essay describing his/her exceptional leadership role in community service, and two letters of recommendations. Award recipients are chosen by a selection committee.
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Qualifications: 260 community service hours or more by the end of your Junior Year
Award Amount: $1,000
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Deadline: March 18, 2017
Leadership Montgomery
Leadership Montgomery created the Youth Community Leadership Awards in 1997 to identify, reward and promote outstanding community service and leadership demonstrated by high school seniors attending public, private or
parochial schools in Montgomery County, Maryland.
Applicants must have completed a minimum of 260 hours of approved community service by the end of their junior year. Each applicant is required to submit an award application, an essay describing his/her exceptional leadership role in community service, and two letters of recommendations. Award recipients are chosen by a selection committee.
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Qualifications: 260 community service hours or more by the end of your Junior Year
Award Amount: $1,000
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Deadline: March 18, 2017
McDonald’s Educates
As part of McDonald’s commitment to education and the community, the McDonald’s Family Restaurants of Greater Washington, D.C. believe it is important to recognize young people who try to make a positive contribution to their community. Each year we are proud to honor those students through the annual McDonald’s Educates Scholarship program.
Now in its 10th year, the McDonald’s Educates Scholarship Program has awarded over ~750,000 in scholarships to local high school seniors. Scholarship recipients are chosen because of their character, leadership and commitment to furthering their education. The program also honors educators and mentors who have made a difference in a student’s life and have made significant contributions to their academic and/or personal growth.
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How are the winners selected?
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Selected students must demonstrate dedication to volunteerism, leadership, academic excellence and character
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Requirements for applicants include a completed application, a letter of recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor, or community service leader, and two short essay
Deadline: March 21, 2017
Washington Regional Transplant Community (WRTC) Essay and Video of Life Scholarship
Qualifications: Write an essay or produce a video that will convince an audience to become an organ, eye, and tissue donor. You must follow ALL competition rules.
Award Amount: $5,000 first place; $3000 second place; $1000 honorable mentions
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Deadline: March 23, 2017
Hispanic Schoalship Fund
We empower Latino families with the knowledge and resources to successfully complete a higher education, while providing scholarships and support services to as many exceptional Hispanic American students as possible.
Qualifications: Must be Latino, 3.0 un-weighted GPA, Must have Citizenship, Perm Residency, or DACA, Be attending a Community College or 4-year College/University
Deadline: March 30, 2017
American Society of Military Comptrollers
The American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) annually recognizes the outstanding accomplishments of its chapters, membership and the defense financial management community through its awards program. This program encompasses individual and team achievement awards, scholarships, educational grants, an essay contest, chapter recognition, and a variety of other individual based awards.
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Qualifications: Academics, Major in Finance or related field, activities, leadership
Deadline: March 31, 2017
LULAC National Scholarship Fund
LNESC and LULAC established the LULAC National Scholarship Fund (LNSF) to help youth in underserved communities make the dream of college enrollment a reality. LNSF is a unique partnership between grassroots advocates and corporations that funds educational opportunities for deserving youth across the U.S. Every dollar raised by local LULAC Councils is matched by corporate partners secured by LNESC, increasing the amount given in both the council and corporate names. This model results in a true grassroots/corporate partnership for the empowerment of the Latino community. Former recipients of LNSF scholarships are now leaders in fields of business, science, government, and education. A rigorous selection process assures the expectation that future recipients will demonstrate the same level of excellence.​
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Qualifications: Latino student, No GPA requirement, Citizen, Perm Resident, or DACA may apply, must enroll in 2yr, 4yr, or Vo-tech school, , Motivation to succeed in college, integrity, financial need, activities.
Deadline: March 31, 2017
Central Scholarship
Central Scholarship awards nearly $1 million in scholarships each year. With more than 30 different programs, we have funding opportunities for students at every level, from career and technology training, to undergraduate degrees, all the way through graduate and professional school. Students can receive up to $10,000 a year, and up to $40,000 lifetime.
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Qualifications: must attend a 2 year or 4 year college/university. 2.0 GPA, parents make less than $90,000/year
Deadline: April 1, 2017
Alex Popeck “Never Back Down Foundation”
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Qualifications: Extra-curricular activities, no GPA requirement, essay
Deadline: April 2, 2017
Alfred Street Baptist Church Foundation
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Qualifications: Demonstrated Community Service, 2.75 GPA, 1300 SAT (CR, M, and WR) or 19 ACT, Attending a 4 year college/university, Financial Need, US Citizenship
Deadline: April 10, 2017
Alpha Phi Alpha “Ira Dorsey” Scholarship
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Qualifications: Must be a MALE, 2.5 GPA, Must attend a 4-year college/university
Deadline: April 15, 2017
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarships
Each award is intended to cover a significant share of the student’s educational expenses – including tuition, living expenses, books and required fees. Awards vary by individual, based on the cost of tuition as well as other grants or scholarships he or she may receive.
This highly competitive scholarship includes:
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Up to $40,000 per year to attend a four-year accredited undergraduate school
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Ability to pursue any area of study
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Personal advising about selecting a college and navigating financial aid
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Multifaceted advising about how to transition to college and maximize the college student experience
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Minimum Eligibility Requirements
At a minimum, applicants must:
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Plan to graduate from a US high school in spring 2017
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Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college beginning in fall 2017
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Earn a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above
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SAT combined critical reading and math score of 1200 (based on the old SAT scores) or above and/or ACT composite score of 26 or above
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Demonstrate significant unmet financial need. We will consider applicants with family income up to $95,000. However, we anticipate that a majority of scholarship recipients will be eligible to receive a Pell grant
Deadline: November 30, 2017
Board of Trustees Academic Specialty Scholarship
The Board of Trustees Academic Specialty Scholarship for 2017-2018 is now available! Students will be notified of the decision of the scholarship committee by May 1, 2017. Priority consideration for BOT scholarships will be given to students who intend to enroll at Montgomery College for at least one academic year (two semesters: fall 2017 and spring 2018).
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To be considered for a BOT Academic Specialty Scholarship, students must meet the following requirements:
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May/June 2017 Montgomery County public/private high school graduate
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Admitted to a degree program at Montgomery College
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Minimum 3.0 high school grade point average (weighted grade point average)
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Plan to attend Montgomery College for both fall 2017 and spring 2018. Recipients who do not enroll for fall 2017 will lose their award.
Deadline: March 1, 2017
2017-2018 National High School Oratorical Contest Scholarship
The American Legion Oratorical Contest exists to develop deeper knowledge and appreciation for the U.S. Constitution among high school students. Since 1938, the program has presented participants with an academic speaking challenge that teaches important leadership qualities, the history of our nation’s laws, the ability to think and speak clearly, and an understanding of the duties, responsibilities, rights and privileges of American citizenship. The program has featured numerous politicians and prominent contestants over the years, including former president candidate Alan Keyes and CNN anchor Lou Dobbs.
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Eligible participants must be citizens of or lawful permanent residents of the United States
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All contestants must be bona fide students herein described as any student under the age of 20 years on the date of the national contest who is presently enrolled in a high school or junior high school (public, parochial, military, private or home school)
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The curriculum of the school must be considered to be of high school level, commencing with grade 9 and terminating with grade 12. Students must be enrolled in high school or junior high school during the time of participation at any level of The American Legion National High School Oratorical Contest
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Contestants must either be legally domiciled within or attend an educational institution within the department that they enter competition
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Contestants can enter competition through only one department
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High school students that graduate early during the school year are eligible to compete if they are not enrolled in a college, university, trade school or other institution of higher learning at the time of the department finals contest
Montgomery County (MD) Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
The Montgomery County Alumnae Chapter Scholarship Program was created to provide financial assistance to students who reside in Montgomery County, MD, and contribute their skills and talents towards the improvement of their community.
Qualifications:
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Resident of Montgomery County, Maryland
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High School senior of a Montgomery County, MD school, graduating the academic year of which the scholarship is being announced
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Apply for a two or four-year university or college as a full-time student
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Scholastic Average of a 2.5 G.P.A. on a 4.0 scale
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Submission of official documentation for the SAT/ACT score
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Not be a parent, child or sibling of a member of the Montgomery County (MD) Alumnae Chapter pf Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Deadline: March 1, 2017
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc 2017 Scholarship
Since 1975, the Foundation has awarded thousands of dollars in scholarships and fellowships for higher education to both Zetas and Non-Zetas. The Foundation has processed hundreds of other scholarships, as a part of its Chapter Designated Scholarship Program, established in 1980. Under the program, local scholarships and fellowships are awarded by chapters throughout the country. The Foundation’s Scholarship Program is funded by support of its principal donor. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., through chapter tax and life member fees, by contributions and gift from members and chapters, by the Board of Manager’s contributions and fundraising, memorial scholarships, as well as fundraising at the Regional and State level. Endowments has been established for the foundation at the National level, Chapter level, and by the Board of Managers.
Qualifications:
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Be a high school senior
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Be accepted at a (2) or (4) year College or University
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Have a minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 2.5
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Live or attend school in Montgomery County, MD