Scholarship

Currently Accepting Applications

DEADLINE

Applications are available in the Counseling Center

  EVERY CHANCE CAREER AND TECHNICAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Community College and Technical School scholarships.
http://www.everychanceeverytexan.org/funds
  EVERY CHANCE EVERY TEXAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND
http://everychanceeverytexan.org/funds

See scholarships available below:
  FUTURE MALE BLACK TEACHERS
Opportunities to attend school FREE at one of ten Universities/Colleges in South Carolina.
www.callmemister.clemson.edu

General Eligibility Requirements
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Have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent).
- Be a US citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551.
- Be pursuing or plan to pursue your first undergraduate or graduate degree.
- Must apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Be enrolled or plan to enroll full-time as an undergrad or graduate student in the U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, or Guam.
  CORPORATE SCHOLARSHIPS
www.collegescholarships.org

Scholarships from the following corporations:
- Adobe

- Apple Inc.
- Banks
- Best Buy
- Coca-Cola
- Exxon Mobil
- Ford
- General Motors
- Intel
- JP Morgan Chase
- KFC
- Kodak
- McDonald's
- Microsoft
- Mercedes Benz
- Northrop Grumman
- Pepsi
- Pfizer
- Time Warner
- Target
- Toyota
- Wal-Mart
- Xerox
  DECA SCHOLARSHIP GUIDE
Numerous scholarships are available for DECA members.  See DECA Guide in Counseling Center for details.
  HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND
www.hsf.net
  NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
Drexel University; Johnson and Whales University; Kettering University; Pace University; Rochester Institute of Technology; University of Cincinnati; University of Toledo; Wentworth Institute of Technology GPA of 3.5 on 4.0 scale.
www.co-op.edu
  TERRY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Texas A&M, University of Texas at Austin, University of Houston, Texas State University, University of Texas at San Antonio, University of Texas at Dallas - Applications are online from the Office of Financial Aid at the specific University.
 

TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY – GEOSCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP
Financially needy students interested in pursuing a degree in Oceanography, Environmental Geosciences, Geology, Geophysics, and Meteorology.  For more information contact:  Jana Corley at jcorley@ocean.tamuy.edu; or Dr. Mary Jo Richardson at mrichardson@tamu.edu.

  UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SCHOLARSHIPS
Students interested in attending the University of Houston are encouraged to visit www.mycourgarconnection.com/scholarships.  The alumni organization and its clubs and constituent groups are excited to support incoming freshmen.
  AMERICAN LEGION “NEED A LIFT” COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID HANDBOOK
This handbook contains extensive information on scholarships, grants, and loans for veteran’s dependants.  Come by the Counseling Center for more information.
  ZINCH.COM
Allows students to create a profile colleges can view. Also has a scholarship search that matches a student profile to potential scholarships.
http://www.zinch.com/
OCTOBER 24, 2009 EMORY UNIVERSITY
Emory Scholars Program - See Mrs. Hernandez or your counselor.
OCTOBER 26, 2009 ORAL ROBERTS UNIVERSITY
See your counselor or Mrs. Hernandez.
OCTOBER 30, 2009 HORATIO ALGER SCHOLARSHIP
Applicants must attend to pursue a bachelor's degree, show financial need ($50,000 or less), co-curricular and community service activities. 
www.horatioalgear.org/SCHOLARSHIPS
OCTOBER 31, 2009 COCA-COLA SCHOLARSHIPS
www.coca-colascholars.org
NOVEMBER 1, 2009 TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY
2010 Youth Entrepreneur of the Year awards.  Application online or download and print:
www.tcuyeya.org
NOVEMBER 1, 2009 VOICE OF DEMOCRACY
Essay and script on "Does America Still Have Heroes?"
www.vfwpost9078.org
NOVEMBER 6, 2009 THE FOUNDATION FOR INDIVIDUAL RIGHTS IN EDUCATION (FIRE)
Essay on freedom of speech on college campuses.
www.thefire.org/contests
DECEMBER 1, 2009 BOSTON UNIVERSITY
Trustee Scholarship Competition.
www.bu/edu/admissions/trustee
DECEMBER 15, 2009 AXA ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP
Active in community; Led a project benefitting others; Overcoming Personal challenges. 
www.axa-achievement.com
JANUARY 31, 2010 TEXAS STUDENT HOUSING AUTHORITY'S SCHOLARSHIP
Housing scholarships are open to students accepted to colleges in Austin, College Station, or Denton, Texas.  Applications in the Counseling Center.
FEBRUARY 1, 2010 ST. EDWARDS UNIVERSITY
The Guaranteed Trustees Scholar Award - guaranteed if you rank in the top 20% with a 1200 SAT (not including writing) or 27 on the ACT.
FEBRUARY 15, 2010 RANDOM HOUSE
Essay contest - Chances and troubles that life presents.
APRIL 15, 2010 HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP CONSORTIUM
a collective of grassroots organizations across Central Texas that, through financial assistance and mentoring, helps Hispanic students get into and succeed in college. http://www.hispanicscholar.org/
JUNE 1

AUSTIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
By completing one scholarship application, you can apply for scholarships offered to ACC students through the ACC Foundation unless otherwise noted in the scholarship criteria. Applications are available in Counseling Center or http://www.austincc.edu/foundation. See website for a complete list of scholarships available.

JUNE 1

AUSTIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE - College Connection
Senior students who participated in the College Connection program, and have a 2.25 GPA may apply. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the ACC scholarship application. This application will also be used for consideration for other ACC scholarships. Applications available in Counseling Center.

JUNE 10

AL'S FORMAL WEAR, ASCOT TUXEDOS AND BRIDESMART-SAULTE TO EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Every senior student is welcome to go by Al's Formal Wear, Ascot Tuxedos and BridesMart locations to pick-up a scholarship application. For complete rules visit www.alsformalwear.com. Flyers with more information are available in the Counselor Center. 

JUNE 30

AUSTIN SEMINOLE CLUB-FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY ALUMNI CLUB

Seniors planning to attend Florida State University may apply for a $500 scholarship. Student must have a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, demonstrate community and school involvement and participation including athletics, student government, journalism, service organizations, music, drama, etc.

JULY 3

AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND OF TEXAS SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements for scholarship include, legal or total blindness, 3.0 GPA and acceptance for admission at a college or vocational/trade school.

AUGUST 31

WILL TO WIN - SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Sponsored by Schering-Plough, the "Will to Win" program will grant $50,000 in scholarships to 2 high school seniors who have achieved success Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Community Service, Athletics or Science, despite the challenge of asthma.