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NEW SCHOLARSHIP LISTINGS (as of November 9, 2009): FIRE (Foundation
for Individual Rights in Education) "Freedom in Academia" Student Essay
Contest: For
high school seniors. Must write 700-1,200 word indepth essay on why
free speech and First Amendment rights are crucial to higher education
and how abuses of these rights harm the college experience. First place
winner receives a $5,000 college scholarship, two second place winners
receive $2,500 each and five runners up receive $1,000 each. For
more information and online application go to
www.thefire.org/contests. Deadline:
November 6, 2009.
ACLU Student Activist Scholarship: For seniors who have demonstrated a strong commitment to civil liberties through some form of activism. Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher. Three $1,000 awards will be given. See www.acluutah.org/scholarship.htm for more information or the Career Center Scholarship files. Deadline: November 10, 2009. Principal's
Leadership Award: Senior in top 20% of
class, nominated by school principal. One nominee from THS.
$6.00
processing fee. Apply online at: www.principals.org/PLA. Print out and submit applications to
Mrs. Miller in the Navy ROTC Scholarship: These scholarships are valued at up to $180,000 each, depending on the school selected, and can be used at over 160 of the top colleges and universities across the United States. They cover full tuition, books, fees, uniforms, and a monthly stipend of up to $400 for a bachelor degree. For more information see Career Center Scholarship files or go to https://wwwnrotc.navy.mil/ or call Sr. Chief Petty Officer Karlene Wright, NROTC Scholarship Coordinator, at (303) 866-1984 ext. 350 or email at karlene.wright@navy.mil. Deadline: December 1, 2009. Be sure to submit applications early to have best chance of receiving scholarship. The AXA Achievement Scholarship: AXA, in association with U.S. News and World Report, offers college scholarships of $10,000 and $25, 000 to applicants who: (1) are U.S. citizens or legal residents, (2) are current seniors planning to attend a 2 or 4 year college/university in the U.S. by fall 2009, (3) who set and reach ambitious goals, (4) have demonstrated drive, determination and ability to succeed in college, (5) have respect for self, family and community, and (6) have Applicant Appraisal by an unrelated adult who is familiar with students outstanding achievement. See www.axa-achievement.com for more details and online application. Deadline: December 15, 2009. Daughters of the American Revolution
Good Citizens
Scholarship Contest ( The American Legion High School
Oratorical Contest:
The American Legion Orem Post 72 will be conducting this contest
(beginning
level) on December 30, 2009 in the Orem City Council Chambers
at 7 pm
(arrive by 6:30 pm). This contest is for students who are Gates Millennium Scholars:
Outstanding
students with demonstrated leadership abilities who have significant
financial
need. Students are eligible if they are: African American, American
Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic
American, are
a legal citizen of U.S., 3.3 GPA, enrolling first time in an accredited
U.S.
college or university in Fall of 2010, meet Federal Pell Grant criteria
and
submit the 3 required forms. To apply, see
www.gmsp.org for
the online application process. Deadline
by mail or online: January 1, 2010 at
11:59 p.m. EST. George Washington Crossing Foundation
Scholarship:
Are you a senior who enjoys politics, is a history buff or looking at
military
service in the future? Then this scholarship may be for you! GWCF
Scholarship is for seniors planning a career in government service.
Scholarship
awards range from $1,000 to $7,500. Must be a Provo
Elks' Lodge/Utah Elks Alternative Scholarships: For seniors from alternative
academic programs (i.e, Alternative High
School, Special Needs or applying to Technical/Vocational School
programs). Will be judged on multiple achievements: character,
leadership, service,
citizenship and scholarship ability. Applications are available at
www.elksinutah.org/Elks
Scholarship and Grant Forms/Education Scholarships.html (Click on
“Application
& Instructions – PDF File Format” link at
bottom) or Career Center
Scholarship files. Deadline: January 16, 2010 by 9pm to Elks Lodge. UVU
Technology Leadership Scholarship: Half-tuition
for students seeking technology-based degrees. Must be enrolled UVU Presidential Leadership Program Scholarship: This scholarship is open for selected incoming freshmen students participating in the Presidential Leadership Program for fall 2010/Spring 2011 school year. It’s value is approximately $2,000 and has the potential of being reinstated the following year if all requirements are met. Students are encouraged to apply for other scholarships and financial aid opportunities at UVU. Must have applied for admissions and been accepted for this scholarship. For more information see www.uvu.edu/leadership/current/scholarships.html or Career Center Scholarship Files. Deadline: February 1, 2010. Energy Solutions Math, Science &
Engineering Foundation
Scholarship: For 10th graders with a minimum 3.5 GPA maintained
through
high school, active participation and /or leadership in school, work,
and/or
extracurricular activities, planning to enter a bachelor's degree
program at an
accredited university or junior college after graduation in
biochemistry, biology,
chemistry, ecology, engineering, environmental science, geology,
geophysics, mathematics,
meteorology, or physics. Scholarship recipients receive $2,000 with top
10%
qualifying for one of 3 Distinguished Awards ranging from $2,500 to
$25,000. BYU,
U of U, USU, Weber, and KFC Colonel's Scholars Program:
Must be a
graduating senior this school year with a 2.75 GPA or higher, a
demonstrated
financial need and planning to pursue a bachelor's degree at an in-state
public institution no later than 9/30/10. Applicant will need to
complete
a FAFSA application. Award is renewable for up to $5,000/year
for 4 years. Must
apply and submit application online at www.kfcscholars.org
between December 1, 2009 and the Deadline:
February 10, 2010. National Commission for Cooperative
Education
Scholarship: For seniors pursuing a career in college
cooperative education
at one of eight Ayn Rand "Anthem" Essay Contest: For 9th and 10th grade students. Prize awards vary from $30 to $2,000. Choose from three topics regarding the Ayn Rand book, “Anthem" and write a no less than 600 to no more than 1,200 word essay. For more information see Career Center Scholarship files or Mrs. Miller or to submit essay along w/other information online go to www.aynrand.org/contests. Applications by mail must be postmarked by Deadline: March 20, 2010. U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship: Forty $1,000 scholarships awarded in a random drawing. No essays or minimum GPA required. Seniors need to apply online at www.usbank.com/studentloans by the Deadline: March 30, 2010. Ayn Rand "The Fountainhead" Essay Contest: For 11th and 12th grade students. Prize awards vary from $50 to $10,000. Choose from three topics regarding the book, "The Fountainhead" by Ayn Rand. Write an essay no fewer than 800 to no more than 1,600 words. For more information see Career Center Scholarship files or Mrs. Miller or to submit essay along w/other information online go to www.aynrand.org/contests. Applications by mail must be postmarked by Deadline: April 26, 2010. BigSun Scholarship 2009: A
$500 scholarship
award for one deserving student athlete, regardless of which sport they
are
participating in. Must complete a short essay answering the question:
"How
has your participation in sports affected the person you are becoming?"
For more details see www.bigsunathletics.com. All essays submissions
should be
sent to: athleticawards@bigsunathletics.com by the Deadline: June
24, 2010. UVU Mechatronic Scholarships: The College of Technology and Computing at UVU still has almost thirty $4000/year scholarships for students entering the Mechatronics Technology AAS degree program for 2009-2010 school year. Must be a US citizen with a 2.5 GPA or higher and be ready to enroll in College Algebra (Math 1050 at UVU) during freshman year. After achieving an AAS degree in Mechatronics at UVU a student can continue on to a BS degree in Technology Management with a Mechatronics emphasis using if not all, almost all 69 credits (from the AAS Mechatronics degree) towards it. To apply for this scholarship, applicant must first apply and be admitted to UVU declaring their major to be Mechatronics Technology. Then apply on line at uvlink.uvu.edu/cp/home/loginf. There is no deadline for this scholarship. When the money runs out, the scholarships will stop being awarded. Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund General Scholarships: Various general scholarships put together by the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund. See http://www.maldef.org/pdf/Scholarships.pdf for a list of the many scholarships available. Contact each scholarship provider for applications and details about updated requirements and deadlines.Creative Web Design Scholarship: Are you a senior who enjoys designing web sites with ease? Are you looking for help in doing so? Then this scholarship is for you! No Deadline for this scholarship. If you are interested in this or need more information, please contact J. Harrison at jharrison@alpine.k12.ut.us or call 801.227.2401. U.S. Army ROTC Scholarship (Utah State): This scholarship criteria includes a 3.0 GPA or higher, an ACT score of 21 or higher, played on team sports in high school or excelled on a recreational team, been involved in student government, clubs at school, church responsibilities and scouting or volunteer organizations. If you are interested, you can see Mrs. Miller in Counseling or contact Greg Stuart at Utah State University Army ROTC, Enrollment & Scholarship officer at (435) 797-7682 cell (435) 849-0859 or email at: greg.stuart@usu.edu. Deadline depends on the semester you are enrolling at USU. See their website (www.usu.edu) for their deadline information.Other Scholarship/Financial Aid Search Links: Back to College (TAP Programs): www.back2college.com/tapprograms.htm Brand Essay Competition: www.instituteforbrandleadership.org/IBLEssayContest-2002Rules.htm College Board Scholarships: apps.collegeboard.com/cbsearch_ss/welcome.jsp CollegeNet's Scholarship Database: www.collegenet.com/elect/app/app FAFSA On The Web: www.fafsa.ed.gov/ Fastweb: www.fastweb.com Fin Aid: www.finaid.org GE & LULAC Scholarships Funds: www.lulac.org/programs/scholar.html Guaranteed Scholarships: www.guaranteed-scholarships.com Hope Scholarships & Lifetime Credits: www.ed.gov/offices/OPE/PPI/HOPE/index.html International Students Scholarships & Aid Help: www.iefa.org Regents Scholarship: www.utahsbr.edu SallieMae's Scholarship Search: www.SallieMae.com/scholarship ScienceNet Scholarship Listing: www.sciencenet.emory.edu/undergrad/scholarships.html Scholarship Quest Helper: www.scholarshipquesthelper.com/ Student.gov: www.students.gov/STUGOVWebApp/Public Utah Futures: www.utahfutures.org Utah Higher Education Assistance Authority: www.uheaa.org Zinch: www.zinch.com See link on the left called "Guide to Post High School Planning" for more information. Empowering Your Tomorrow: This is an exciting conference for 6th - 12th grade boys held November 7, 2009 from 7 am – 1:30 pm at UVU Sorensen Student Center. While exploring amazing education opportunities and careers, boys will be able to attend hands-on workshops and explore interactive booths where they can play with robots, take flight in the UVU Aviation flight simulator and much more! Parents will be able to attend specialized workshops on how to help boys succeed in their education, career and life. Scholarships are available for boys from low-income families. A $25 registration fee required. For more information or for brochures/registration forms see Mrs. Miller or call 801.863.8498 or visit www.uvu.edu/equitycenter. Science Day at the U: Join the College of Science and College of Mines and Earth Science on Saturday, November 7, 2009, from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm to learn of the immense variety of careers in science, mathematics and science-related fields. Parents, teachers and counselors are encouraged to attend this free opportunity which includes lunch. To register, go online at www.science.utah.edu. Register early for best selection of workshops!! USU Diversity Days: This program was designed to provide under-represented minority high school juniors and seniors with information, exposure, and experiences about college life at USU. Students will attend a college class, learn about financial aid, student life, and housing options. Registration fee is $20 and pre-registration is required and ends on November 9, 2009. To register, see www.usu.edu/admissions/diversity. See Mrs. Miller for a copy of the days events schedule ATTENTION GEAR-UP STUDENTS: Remember to report your attendance at College Day to your Gear-Up supervisor for credit towards your yearly 30-hour attendance requirement. Also, be sure to attend the Tri-School College Fair at Mountain View High School from 6:30 - 8:30 pm on November 11, 2009. Remember you get "double" hours if one parent attends or "triple" hours if both parents attend with you. University at Buffalo's Fall Discovery Daye: For those who could not attend the Fall Open House (see above), this alternate event will give a good look at all UB has to offer and will take place November 11, 2009. For more information see admissions.buffalo.edu/discoverday. IN-N-OUT
BURGER: Are you a
hard worker who takes pride in your work and enjoys serving the public
with a
smile? Then don't miss out on the great opportunity of working for IN-N-OUT
BURGER at $10/hour starting pay! A new IN-N-OUT BURGER is opening soon
in American
Fork (by Target). Job interviews begin Monday,
November 16th to Tuesday, November
17th from 9am-4pm
each day at Noah's in Lindon (644 N 2000 W).
See the Job Board in Counseling for information and flyers or
Mrs. Miller. Snow College Admissions & Scholarship Open House: On November 18, 2009 Snow College will host an Open House at the Orem Hampton Inn, University Parkway from 5:30 - 9 pm. Admissions fee is waived and academic scholarships will be awarded on the spot to those who qualify and bring a transcript. For more information visit www.snow.edu/openhouse or call 1.800.848.3399. Red Storm Retreat at Dixie State College: This retreat is to help get prospective students excited about college education and the opportunities available at Dixie. Students have a choice of one or two days for this retreat on either November 20-21, 2009; January 22-23 2010; or February 19-20, 2010. First day is the College Life Experience featuring student-sponsored activities such as a sporting event or dance and a chaperoned sleepover complete with climbing wall, foosball and other fun games. Dinner is provided. Day two is the Academic Experience and Dixie Information sessions available for both students and parents. Department reps will answer questions regarding academic majors, financial aid, scholarships, etc. Afterwards, students will learn about campus life while parents attend a parent break-out session. Breakfast and lunch provided. Register online at www.dixie.edu/futurestudents and click on Red Storm Retreat underneath "Explore Dixie" on left side. Cost is $25 per student for two day experience or $10 per student for one day experience and $5 for Saturday parent session. College of Eastern Utah Eagle Experience: CEU would like to invite seniors to come to an Eagle Experience. This FREE experience gives seniors an opportunity to see what CEU has to offer. Information on admissions, scholarships, leadership opportunities, and other important areas of interest relating to their college education is offered. Seniors may choose from one or two day Experiences. Next Eagle Experience is November 20th. For future dates and/or more information go to www.ceu.edu, click on Perspective Students > Campus Tours > Eagle Experience or see Mrs. Miller in Counseling. Remember, one college visit per senior is school excused.Snow College "Snow Blasts:" For $25 Snow College offers a one night, two day campus visit for senior high school students to come learn what it's like to be a student at Snow. Stay includes tour of campus, meals, lodging, information & advisement about Snow, tickets to events, and a free Snow T-shirt. Choose from Nov. 20-21, Jan. 29-30, Feb. 12-13, 19-20, 26-27, and April 16-17 to visit. To register, go to www.snow.edu/snowblast; click on the "Snow Blast" tab. Remember, a senior gets one "school-excused" day to visit a college. 2010 Spirit
of America Youth Conference at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania: This is youth conference is
offered by the Utah Chapter of
Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge for 11th grade students who
demonstrate
leadership qualities, high academic achievement, and exemplary
citizenship. Two letters of recommendation, list of extra-curricular
activities, work
experience, essay on patriotic theme (What is Your American Dream?),
photo
of self and a signed "commitment" sheet are required with application.
Total cost of Conference is $800; students pay $300 of that cost
(which
includes airfare). Winners may select one of two dates held March
11-14 or April 22-25 to
attend. See Mrs. Miller in Boston
University Trustee
Scholarship Competition: If you are a senior
thinking of or planning to go to Boston University, are in the top 10%
of your class and are an active leader in school and commuinity, this
scholarship competition may be for you. More information and all
required submission materials including application, essays and
nominations for this four-year, full tuition scholarship can be found
at www.bu.edu/admissions/trustee
and must be submitted by the Deadline: December 1, 2009. The Art Instututes "Best Teen Chef 2010" Competition for Scholarships: For seniors pursuing a Culinary Arts degree. Will need to go to www.artinstitutes.edu/btc, click on "Download the best teen chef brochure" at bottom, fill out the "BTC Competition Entry & Release Form" and submit itby February 5, 2010. Winners earn tuition scholarships to one of the Culinary Schools at The Art Institute. For more information and a list of participating schools, click on "Download the BTC Competition Official Rules and Regulations." Governor's
USU Leadership Conference 2010: USU and Utah Association of Student Councils have partnered to provide a leadership training conference for student leaders Spend three days at USU (June 21-23, 2010) learning all about communication, initiative, planning, teamwork, and bringing energy to your school. Activities include a ropes course, aquatic center, hands-on break out sessions, guest speakers, a service project, large group workshops, Spirit Bowl, Aggie Idol and dance. Cost is $200 which includes: room, board (3 meals/day), dance, panoramic picture, conference DVD, training manual, and t-shirt. For more information or to register go to www.usu.edu/admissions/leadership or see Mrs. Miller. Gallons for Grades: Eligible students may download their best grade report from the 2009/2010 academic year to Tesoro beginning June 1, 2010 at www.TesoroGallonsFor Grades.com or via mail with appropriate sumission form also found at their website. An "A" average grade earns a $10 Tesoro reward card and an average "B" grade earns a $5 reward card. These may be redeemed for gas, food or merchandise at any participating Tesoro location. Deadline: August 31, 2010. UVU Financial Aid Workshop: UVU will be offering free Financial Aid workshops, every 2nd Thursday throughout the upcoming year. These events will generally be help in a computer lab in the Sorenson Student Center (Rm. 213A) from 6-8 PM. Parents and student alike can come learn about the FAFSA, receive help completing their applications, and meet with Financial Aid counselors. For more information call Hali Nielsen at 801.863.8731.Orem's Junior Miss Scholarship Program: This program is an official local preliminary of the America's Junior Miss scholarship program that awards college scholarships to young women who have distinguished themselves at school and in their communities. Orem's JM winner will advance to state competition at Utah's JM and that winner competes in the national competition, America's JM, in Mobile, Alabama. All State Junior Misses will compete for a share of at least $150,000 in cash scholarships. For details and to apply online, see: www.ajm.org/about/state_programs/utah/local_programs/orem/. Practical Dental Assisting of Utah: Have you ever thought about a career in dentistry? This dental assisting training is a 10 week program taught in a state-of-the-art facility in Lindon by highly trained dental personnel. Students learn by doing, instead of solely listening in class. Classes are held once a week from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm on Friday or Saturday. Tuition is $2995 and internship hours are available with in-house dentist. See Mrs. Miller in Counseling for brochures or call 801.796.6882 or Kim at 801.369.1563. Wellesley College Announces New NO-LOAN/LOW-LOAN Financial Aid Policy: As of 2008-09, Wellesley will eliminate loans for low-income students and reduce or keep loans at their historically low levels for students who qualify. Wellesley will also raise scholarship or grant aid beyond its already generous yearly increases. This plan will eliminate loans for students from families with calculated incomes under $60,000. It will reduce loans by one-third for students from families with calculated incomes between $60,000 and $100,000. For more information see Mrs. Miller in Counseling or their website at: www.wellesley.edu/Admission. Harvard College Financial Aid Policy: Since December 2007, Harvard College has implemented a financial aid policy to ensure families with incomes below $60,000 are not asked to contribute to the cost of sending their children to Harvard. For more information see www.admissions.college.harvard.edu. From Marshall University: Marshal University offers the new "Online College Courses in the High School Program" for students who want the opportunity to jump-start their college careers earning University credit totally online. High school students receive a special discounted rate of $366 for an online three-hour course. Marshall recently hosted a 30 minute webinar on their OCCHS Program that can be viewed by typing into a browser: http://mubreeze01.marshall.edu/p52149439/. For more information see Mrs. Miller or go to: www.marshall.edu/occhs. QuestBridge National College Match: This free resource helps outstanding low-income high school seniors gain admission and full four-year scholarships to some of the nations most selective colleges. Check it out at www.questbridge.org. Admissions to Highly Selective Universities: Is a 4.0 GPA required for college admission? Is there an advantage to taking more challenging courses in high school? Will taking AP Courses help? These and more questions are answered on the BYU FAQ's page at: http://saas.byu.edu/admissionsServices/admissions/faq.php Neumont University: Neumont University, which is located south of Salt Lake City, Utah, was founded to revolutionize Computer Science education through a program that blends science and theory with relevant hands-on learning. Their approach combines mentoring, instruction, and project experience for companies like eBay, IBM, and ACS. You can check them out at www.neumont.edu. If interested, see Mrs. Miller in Counseling for admissions applications. Watch for their high school scholarship information in the spring. Every high school in Utah is awarded one. Anycollege.com: A resource for finding a college with the right "fit" based on academic majors, sports, or location. Students and parents can also use this site to browse their resource center for information on Financial Aid, housing and what to expect the first year of college. Students can also apply for a $2,000 scholarship given away four times a year. See www.anycollege.com. SallieMae.com: This week Sallie Mae announced several new resources to help students and families who have become concerned about how they will pay for college in these tough times. See www.salliemae.com/about/news_info/newsreleases/022309.htm for their latest news release. Futures Magazine presents Todays Military: Find valuable information for military bound students at www.todaysmilitary.com/futures; an easy-to-use site that brings all the information you need right to your desktop. Marinello Schools of Beauty (formerly Bon Losee Academy): Marinello is offering $1,500 tuition waiver for students wanting to start their career in the beauty industry while still attending high school. For more information call 801.375.8000 and ask for the Admissions Office. 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