HS Senior pursuing undergraduate degree from university, community college or
vocational/technical school
Must have had a cancer diagnosis before age 21
GPA of at least 2.5
3 letters of recommendation (teacher, physician, a non-relative)
Financial Aid form and latest 1040 IRS form
Transcript
Goal Statement/Essay
SAT/ACT Scores
Based on financial need, academic achievement, community service, and leadership
Award: $1000 scholarship per student per academic school year Application online: request an application at www.cancer.org APPLICATION DEADLINE:
·E.S.A. Foundation Scholarship
HS Senior 3.00 GPA minimum
or meets the GPA criteria of the designated scholarship
or ACT score of at least 22 or SAT (verbal/Critical Reading & Math) of 1030
Official Transcript
May only apply for no more than 3 of the 150 available scholarships
(Listed on application packet)
Met criteria of the designated scholarship
ESA Foundation Endowment $750
Floyd Gray Endowment $500
Willow C Gray Endowment $500
Ruth Gregg Memorial Endowment $750
Rosagene Huggins Memorial Endowment $750
McConnel Family Scholarship/Veterinary Medicine $1000
Linda Moore Scholarship Nursing $500
Jeanne Parker Honorarium Endowment $500
Past International council Presidents’ Endowment $500
Lauretta M. Roberts Memorial Endowment $500
Worda Russell Memorial Endowment Teaching $1000
Arlene Schlosser Endowment $500
Dennis Schlosser Endowment $500
SERC Endowment $500
Mary Louise Smith Memorial Scholarship $2000
Melvin and Anne Tracy Endowment Teaching $500
Dorothy Dyer Vanek Endowment Architecture or Interior Design $1000
Alice/Jeanne Wagner Endowment Nursing $500
2 Signed letters of recommendation
Letter from applicant Processing fee of $5.00 Application online: www.esaintl.com/esaf or copies may be picked up in
guidance office.
APPLICATION DEADLIN: February , 1 2010
·Barbizon Free College Scholarship
Random drawing once a year for a FREE 4-year college scholarship valued up to $100,000 Register online: www.barbizonmodeling.com or call 1-888-999-9404 ·Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program (administered by KHEAA) HS Senior who have been accepted for enrollment at institutions of higher education
Demonstrated outstanding academic achievement
Show promise of continued academic excellence
Legal Resident of the state in which he/she should apply and US citizen
At least a 3.5 GPA through 7 semesters
At least a 23 ACT score
Must also have a recommendation from HS Counselor
Award $1500 a year Application online: www.kheaa.com APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 1, 2010
·University of Kentucky — Student Athletic Trainer
Qualified students who will be attending UK
Interested in working as a student athletic trainer
Have an interest in a career in the medical field (athletic training and sports medicine)
Scholarship awarded based on student’s performance in the athletic training room and the classroom
Application: Available in the guidance office
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 1, 2010
Mail to: E.J. Nutter Training Facility
136 Sports Center Drive
Lexington, KY 40506-0277
·Ronald McDonald House Charities U.S. Scholarship Program
HS Senior
Planning to attend a two– or four-year college, university or vocational/
technical school
US Resident/less than 21 of age and reside within the geographic
boundaries of a participating Chapter that offers scholarships
Transcript
Personal Statement
Letter of Recommendation
Copy of IRS Form 1040 (2007 or 2008)
Most local chapters award $1000
Scholarships: RMHS/Asia; RMHC/ African American Future Achievers; RMHS/HACER
(Hispanic American Commitment to Educational Resources); RMHS Scholars
Application: Available online at: www.rmhc.orgor in the guidance office
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 16, 2010
·AXA Achievement Community Scholarship
HS Senior
Demonstrate outstanding achievement in their activities in school, the community,
or the workplace
Recommendation from unrelated adult who can attest to student’s achievements
Award: $2000 (5 will be awarded in the state of Kentucky) Application online: www.axa-achievement.com APPLICATION DEADLINE:
·Burger King Scholars Program
HS Senior
Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
Work part-time an average of 15 hours/week, 40 weeks per year
Actively involved in community service activities
Demonstrate financial need
Plan to enroll in an accredited two/or four-year college, university, or voc/tech school
by fall of application year Application online: www.bk.com/scholars APPLICATION DEADLINE:
·Phi Delta Kappa (PDK) International: Educational Foundation
HS Senior intending to pursue an education career
Louisville Chapter Awards 2 - $250 scholarships
Winners are submitted for National Competition. Winners of the national competition
receive up to $10,000.
500-word Essay
Two letters of recommendation
Transcript; test scores Application may be picked up in the guidance office (Mrs. Steedly) APPLICATION DEADLINE: February
·Youth for Understanding National Scholarships
Varying scholarships for study abroad programs include:
YFU Stiftung Scholarship (Minority Students 9th – 12th grades)
YFU Stipendium Program to Germany (9th – 12th grades)
Young Leaders Fellowship (All African-American Students)
The YFU Americas Scholarship (9th – 12th grades)
Japan-US Mutual Understanding Program for the 21st Century ( 10th and 11th
grades)
More information on each opportunity can be found at www.yfu-usa.org or
call 1-800-TEENAGE Application Online: www.yfu-usa.org APPLICATION DEADLINE for all listed:
·National Co-op Scholarship
HS Senior
3.5 GPA or better
One-page typed essay
170 merit co-op scholarships of $6,000 awarded totaling $4,200,000
Only for participating Universities (ie. University of Cincinnati) Application online:www.co-op.edu APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 15, 2010
(Early Submissions are strongly encouraged) ·National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Scholarships Citizen of the United States and plan to attend an accredited college or university in the US
Must obtain a letter of sponsorship from their local DAR chapter.
Awards vary depending on the the scholarship
Scholarships are for the following areas:
Political Science, History, Government, and Economics Scholarships
Nursing School Scholarships
Medical School Scholarships
Specific Scholarships Application: See Mrs. Steedly for more information or you may contact the
local DAR Chapter
Application Deadline:
·Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) Scholarships The George & Stella Knight Contest Grades 10-12
Essay 800-1200 word original researched essay dealing with topics on the American Revolutionary period. Topic may deal with: an event, a person, philosophy, or ideal associated with the American Revolution, the Declaration of Independence, or framing of the US Constitution. Joseph S. Rumbaugh Oration Contest Grades 9-12
Original Oration of between 5-6 minutes in length. Topic must focus on an event, personality or document pertaining to the American Revolutionary War and show a relationship to America today. Notes and props may not be used. Arthur M. Berdena Eagle Scout Scholarship Contest Must be an Eagle Scout
Two page application form; ancestor chart; 500 word essay on any patriotic theme
dealing with the American Revolution;
Must be registered in an active unit and cannot have reached 19th birthday during the year of application Application online: www.sar.org/youth
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 1, 2010 to the G.I.S. Chapter (Local)
·2007 Don Wilson Memorial Scholarship
HS Senior
Participated in UPWARD Basketball or Cheerleading at
Crestwood Baptist Church
500-word Essay Application available in the guidance office
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February
·National City / KHSAA Sweet 16 Scholarship
HS Senior Athlete 32 - $1000 Scholarships; One boy and One girl from each region will be selected Based on Academic Achievement, Leadership at school, and Community Service
School Photo needed along with letters of recommendation Application online: www.khsaa.org APPLICATION DEADLINE: February
·Kentucky Farm Bureau Education Foundation Scholarship Program
HS Senior Either a minimum 3.5 GPA OR a minimum 23 ACT
Be a child of a Kentucky Farm bureau member family and remain such while the
scholarship is in force
Must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 during after each college semester or forfeit award. Application online:www.kyfb.com or available in the guidance office APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 26, 2010
·SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes
HS Seniors
15 chances to win $1000 scholarship plus a $250 SunTrust Gift Card
One winner drawn every two weeks from October – May Apply online:www.offtocollege.info
·Richard E. Akers Ethics in Action Scholarship -- Better Business Bureau, Inc. HS Senior
Based on Leadership, Community Service, Academics, and Essay
3 letters of recommendation (300 words or less)
HS Transcript
One-page summary of extra curricular and community service activities typed
Essay question (500words)
Awards – 1st place $2500; 2nd place $1000; 3rd place $500 Application available in the guidance office
APPLICATION DEADLINE: To Mrs. Steedly by February
·American Cancer Society Mid-South Division College Scholarship Program Under age 25 at time of application
Accepted without condition to school of choice and register with a minimum of 12 hours per
semester
Legal resident of Kentucky
US Citizen
Have a diagnosis of cancer before the age of 21
2.5 GPA
Award $1000 per student per academic year limited to 4 years
Based on student achievement, community service, and leadership Application available in the guidance office or www.cancer.org
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February
·Rotary International District 671 Foundation Scholarship HS Senior
One application will be forwarded by the LaGrange Rotary Club
Based on financial need, achievement, and academic success
Include a photograph with application Application available in the guidance office
Application Deadline: February ·Best Buy @ 15 Scholarship Program HS Student Grade 9-12
1,000 Scholarships of $1500 each will be awarded
Based on academics, student involvement in volunteer community service or work
· American Cancer Society College Scholarship
HS Senior pursuing undergraduate degree from university, community college orvocational/technical school
Must have had a cancer diagnosis before age 21
GPA of at least 2.5
3 letters of recommendation (teacher, physician, a non-relative)
Financial Aid form and latest 1040 IRS form
Transcript
Goal Statement/Essay
SAT/ACT Scores
Based on financial need, academic achievement, community service, and leadership
Award: $1000 scholarship per student per academic school year
Application online: request an application at www.cancer.org
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
· E.S.A. Foundation Scholarship
HS Senior3.00 GPA minimum
or meets the GPA criteria of the designated scholarship
or ACT score of at least 22 or SAT (verbal/Critical Reading & Math) of 1030
Official Transcript
May only apply for no more than 3 of the 150 available scholarships
(Listed on application packet)
Met criteria of the designated scholarship
ESA Foundation Endowment $750
Floyd Gray Endowment $500
Willow C Gray Endowment $500
Ruth Gregg Memorial Endowment $750
Rosagene Huggins Memorial Endowment $750
McConnel Family Scholarship/Veterinary Medicine $1000
Linda Moore Scholarship Nursing $500
Jeanne Parker Honorarium Endowment $500
Past International council Presidents’ Endowment $500
Lauretta M. Roberts Memorial Endowment $500
Worda Russell Memorial Endowment Teaching $1000
Arlene Schlosser Endowment $500
Dennis Schlosser Endowment $500
SERC Endowment $500
Mary Louise Smith Memorial Scholarship $2000
Melvin and Anne Tracy Endowment Teaching $500
Dorothy Dyer Vanek Endowment Architecture or Interior Design $1000
Alice/Jeanne Wagner Endowment Nursing $500
2 Signed letters of recommendation
Letter from applicant
Processing fee of $5.00
Application online: www.esaintl.com/esaf or copies may be picked up in
guidance office.
APPLICATION DEADLIN: February , 1 2010
· Barbizon Free College Scholarship
Random drawing once a year for a FREE 4-year college scholarship valued up to $100,000Register online: www.barbizonmodeling.com or call 1-888-999-9404
· Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program (administered by KHEAA)
HS Senior who have been accepted for enrollment at institutions of higher education
Demonstrated outstanding academic achievement
Show promise of continued academic excellence
Legal Resident of the state in which he/she should apply and US citizen
At least a 3.5 GPA through 7 semesters
At least a 23 ACT score
Must also have a recommendation from HS Counselor
Award $1500 a year
Application online: www.kheaa.com
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 1, 2010
· University of Kentucky — Student Athletic Trainer
Qualified students who will be attending UK
Interested in working as a student athletic trainer
Have an interest in a career in the medical field (athletic training and sports medicine)
Scholarship awarded based on student’s performance in the athletic training room and the classroom
Application: Available in the guidance office
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 1, 2010
Mail to: E.J. Nutter Training Facility
136 Sports Center Drive
Lexington, KY 40506-0277
· Ronald McDonald House Charities U.S. Scholarship Program
HS Senior
Planning to attend a two– or four-year college, university or vocational/
technical school
US Resident/less than 21 of age and reside within the geographic
boundaries of a participating Chapter that offers scholarships
Transcript
Personal Statement
Letter of Recommendation
Copy of IRS Form 1040 (2007 or 2008)
Most local chapters award $1000
Scholarships: RMHS/Asia; RMHC/ African American Future Achievers; RMHS/HACER
(Hispanic American Commitment to Educational Resources); RMHS Scholars
Application: Available online at: www.rmhc.org or in the guidance office
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 16, 2010
· AXA Achievement Community Scholarship
HS SeniorDemonstrate outstanding achievement in their activities in school, the community,
or the workplace
Recommendation from unrelated adult who can attest to student’s achievements
Award: $2000 (5 will be awarded in the state of Kentucky)
Application online: www.axa-achievement.com
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
· Burger King Scholars Program
HS SeniorCumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
Work part-time an average of 15 hours/week, 40 weeks per year
Actively involved in community service activities
Demonstrate financial need
Plan to enroll in an accredited two/or four-year college, university, or voc/tech school
by fall of application year
Application online: www.bk.com/scholars
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
· Phi Delta Kappa (PDK) International: Educational Foundation
HS Senior intending to pursue an education careerLouisville Chapter Awards 2 - $250 scholarships
Winners are submitted for National Competition. Winners of the national competition
receive up to $10,000.
500-word Essay
Two letters of recommendation
Transcript; test scores
Application may be picked up in the guidance office (Mrs. Steedly)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February
· Youth for Understanding National Scholarships
Varying scholarships for study abroad programs include:YFU Stiftung Scholarship (Minority Students 9th – 12th grades)
YFU Stipendium Program to Germany (9th – 12th grades)
Young Leaders Fellowship (All African-American Students)
The YFU Americas Scholarship (9th – 12th grades)
Japan-US Mutual Understanding Program for the 21st Century ( 10th and 11th
grades)
More information on each opportunity can be found at www.yfu-usa.org or
call 1-800-TEENAGE
Application Online: www.yfu-usa.org
APPLICATION DEADLINE for all listed:
· National Co-op Scholarship
HS Senior3.5 GPA or better
One-page typed essay
170 merit co-op scholarships of $6,000 awarded totaling $4,200,000
Only for participating Universities (ie. University of Cincinnati)
Application online: www.co-op.edu
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 15, 2010
(Early Submissions are strongly encouraged)
· National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Scholarships
Citizen of the United States and plan to attend an accredited college or university in the US
Must obtain a letter of sponsorship from their local DAR chapter.
Awards vary depending on the the scholarship
Scholarships are for the following areas:
Political Science, History, Government, and Economics Scholarships
Nursing School Scholarships
Medical School Scholarships
Specific Scholarships
Application: See Mrs. Steedly for more information or you may contact the
local DAR Chapter
Application Deadline:
· Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) Scholarships
The George & Stella Knight Contest
Grades 10-12
Essay 800-1200 word original researched essay dealing with topics on the American Revolutionary period. Topic may deal with: an event, a person, philosophy, or ideal associated with the American Revolution, the Declaration of Independence, or framing of the US Constitution.
Joseph S. Rumbaugh Oration Contest
Grades 9-12
Original Oration of between 5-6 minutes in length. Topic must focus on an event, personality or document pertaining to the American Revolutionary War and show a relationship to America today. Notes and props may not be used.
Arthur M. Berdena Eagle Scout Scholarship Contest
Must be an Eagle Scout
Two page application form; ancestor chart; 500 word essay on any patriotic theme
dealing with the American Revolution;
Must be registered in an active unit and cannot have reached 19th birthday during the year of application
Application online: www.sar.org/youth
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 1, 2010 to the G.I.S. Chapter (Local)
· 2007 Don Wilson Memorial Scholarship
HS SeniorParticipated in UPWARD Basketball or Cheerleading at
Crestwood Baptist Church
500-word Essay
Application available in the guidance office
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February
· National City / KHSAA Sweet 16 Scholarship
HS Senior Athlete32 - $1000 Scholarships; One boy and One girl from each region will be selected
Based on Academic Achievement, Leadership at school, and Community Service
School Photo needed along with letters of recommendation
Application online: www.khsaa.org
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February
· Kentucky Farm Bureau Education Foundation Scholarship Program
HS SeniorEither a minimum 3.5 GPA OR a minimum 23 ACT
Be a child of a Kentucky Farm bureau member family and remain such while the
scholarship is in force
Must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 during after each college semester or forfeit award.
Application online: www.kyfb.com or available in the guidance office
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 26, 2010
· SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes
HS Seniors15 chances to win $1000 scholarship plus a $250 SunTrust Gift Card
One winner drawn every two weeks from October – May
Apply online: www.offtocollege.info
· Richard E. Akers Ethics in Action Scholarship -- Better Business Bureau, Inc.
HS Senior
Based on Leadership, Community Service, Academics, and Essay
3 letters of recommendation (300 words or less)
HS Transcript
One-page summary of extra curricular and community service activities typed
Essay question (500words)
Awards – 1st place $2500; 2nd place $1000; 3rd place $500
Application available in the guidance office
APPLICATION DEADLINE: To Mrs. Steedly by February
· American Cancer Society Mid-South Division College Scholarship Program
Under age 25 at time of application
Accepted without condition to school of choice and register with a minimum of 12 hours per
semester
Legal resident of Kentucky
US Citizen
Have a diagnosis of cancer before the age of 21
2.5 GPA
Award $1000 per student per academic year limited to 4 years
Based on student achievement, community service, and leadership
Application available in the guidance office or www.cancer.org
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February
· Rotary International District 671 Foundation Scholarship
HS Senior
One application will be forwarded by the LaGrange Rotary Club
Based on financial need, achievement, and academic success
Include a photograph with application
Application available in the guidance office
Application Deadline: February
· Best Buy @ 15 Scholarship Program
HS Student Grade 9-12
1,000 Scholarships of $1500 each will be awarded
Based on academics, student involvement in volunteer community service or work