Scholarship Opportunities:
PLEASE VISIT THE GUIDANCE OFFICE TO PICK UP APPLICATIONS FOR LOCAL
SCHOLARSHIPS!!
Some scholarships may be currently unavailable, check back at a later time to
see if they are officially being presented.
The Alfred and Alix Dubuisson Scholarship Award: The purpose of
the scholarship is to help worthy recipients to
supplement the cost associated with attendance at any public
college or university in Louisiana. The scholarship shall be a
maximum of $1,000, to be awarded in equal amounts per semester
during the first year only. Application can be picked up in
guidance.
Deadline: April 1
AMERICAN MEDICAL TECHNOLOGISTS STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $500 (5 non-renewable). Criteria: study of medical
technology, medical laboratory technician, office laboratory
technician, phlebotomy, medical or dental assisting, preference
to those with financial need. To apply, log onto the website.
Deadline: April 1.
Currently Unavailable
AMERICAN PLANNING ASSOCIATION:
The American Planning Association (APA) is pleased to announce
its High School Essay Contest. Students will be asked to think
critically about the role of planning in creating communities of
lasting value for residents today and for future generations. The
first place winner will receive a $5,000 scholarship
to the college or university of his or her choice. For more
information, visit the website.
Deadline January 15.
AXA ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is for students that are active in the
community, have led
projects that benefits others, or have overcome personal
challenges. Students
can qualify for either a $10,000, or $25,000 scholarship.
Deadline December 1
BATON ROUGE AREA FOUNDATION
The Baton Rouge Area Foundation has a variety of scholarships
available for seniors state-wide, ranging from $500 to $30,000
and deadlines are approaching! Students can find more information
and download applications straight from the web at the site.
(click on Scholarships to see a full listing)
Currently Unavailable
BAYOU WOMEN'S REPUBLICAN CLUB --Frances S. Newman Scholarship
Award: $500. Criteria: Female graduate; a 70445 resident; attend
a LA college;minimum 2.5 GPA; A.C.T. or S.A.T. scores and 2
recommendation letters. See counselor for an application.
Deadline: March 31.
BEST BUY is awarding 1,200 scholarships of $1000 each. Student in
grades 9-12 living in the U.S. are elilgible to apply. Students
need solid grades plus community service or work experience.
Apply online at www.at15.com or www.bestbuy-
communityrelations.com.
Due February 16
BOBBY FLETCHER, SR. SCHOLARSHIP -
available to all graduating seniors from St. Tammy Parish High
Schools interested in pursuing a career in an Agricultural or
Horticultural related field.
students must attend an institution in Louisiana and maintain a
2.5 GPA
see guidance to pick up an application
Deadline: March 31
BURGER KING SCHOLARS:
Requirements include a 2.5 GPA, part-
time work of 15 hours per week, community service, and financial
need.
Deadline February 15.
CATHOLIC YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARD PROGRAM
The Louisiana State Knights of Columbus is offering a scholarship
program for
Catholic students. They are looking for a senior Catholic boy and
girl that
exemplify leadership and Catholic values. State winners will be
presented with
a check for $5,000. Students must show contributions to their
communities,
church parishes, and also to their schools.
For more information, please call (985) 536-3389, or e-mail Joel
Ocmand at
jocmand@rtconline.com
Deadline January 15
CHASE LOUISIANA SMART START SCHOLARSHIP:
Eligibility: Senior; African American; demonstrate financial
need; admitted to a LOUISIANA 4-year college.
Requirements: Written essay; recommendation letter; transcript;
financial aid form; ACT/SAT results no later than December.
Other: 20 scholarship winners; obtain applications materials from
website.
Deadline: February 1.
CONGRESSIONAL HISPANIC CAUCUS INSTITUTE
This premier scholarship opportunity is afforded to Latino
students who have a history of performing public service-oriented
activities in their communities and who plan to continue
contributing in the future.
There is no GPA or major requirement. Students with excellent
leadership potential are encouraged to apply. The Congressional
Hispanic Caucus offers a scholarship program for undergraduate
and graduate students.
Deadline: April 16.
CITI SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST!
Write a creative essay for a chance to win a scholarship.
Citibank will award more than $35,000 in college scholarships to
11th and 12th graders who submit winning essays. Two (2) grand
prize winners will each receive a $15,000 scholarship check for
college tuition. Five (5) second-prize winners will each
receive a $1,500 scholarship check for college tuition. Ten (10)
third-prize winners will each receive a $200 scholarship check
for decorating a college dorm and/or college supplies. Tell about
a situation in which you had to use financial management to
achieve a significant goal.
What skills did you learn from that experience that you could use
in the future?
Log on to the website for more information.
Deadline: April 18.
COCA-COLA SCHOLARS PROGRAM
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program is dedicated to selecting well-
rounded students from every type of community across the nation.
Each year the Foundation awards 250 achievement-based
scholarships.
See website for application.
HOW TO FIND SCHOLARSHIPS
Your first and best source of scholarship funding for college
will be the Admissions and/or Financial Aid/Scholarship Office at
the colleges and universities to which you will be applying. If
the prospective college offers merit-based scholarships
(scholarships awarded regardless of financial need),
the Admissions and Financial Aid Officers will be able to direct
you in your quest to apply for those scholarships.
Deadline: April 1.
DELTA KAPPA GAMMA SCHOLARSHIP RHO Chapter
The purpose of this scholarship is to provide funds for 1 year to
a female student graduating from a St. Tammany Parish High School
who has made a definite decision to further her education at a
university or college.
Criteria: Cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher; possess good character
and ambitious purpose; 3 recommendation letters; essay. See
counselor for an application.
Deadline: April 2.
EBS PEARL RIVER STUDIES SCHOLARSHIP
The Harvey L. Foster Foundation for Science Education is awarding
2 scholarships in the amount of $2000 per semester for a maximum
of 4 years.
Criteria: Graduate from a high school in St.Tammany, Tangipahoa,
Livingston or Washington Parish; pUrsue a degree in a science
discipline; enroll at SLU; GPA; test scores; recommendations. See
counselor for an application.
Deadline : March 3
eCAMPUSTOURS SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $1,000 (10). Criteria: Register online at
www.eCampusTours.com.
Deadline : March 31 .
ELKS NATIONAL FOUNDATION MOST VALUABLE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP
The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year
scholarships to the highest-rated applicants in the competition.
* Any high school senior who is a citizen of the United
States is eligible
to apply.
* Applicants need not be related to a member of the Elks.
* Male and female students compete separately.
Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and
financial need.
ELKS
East St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce is awarding a $1,500
scholarship to a student enrolling in a two or four year
accredited college, with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Applications are
available in the counseling office.
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FULGHAM/FULGHUM NATIONAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Senior planning to earn a degree in education.
Deadline to apply is April 15.
GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARS: The GMS program is more than just a
scholarship. The GMS program offers Gates Scholars Academic
Empowerment Services (ACE) to encourage academic excellence,
mentoring services for academic and personal development, and an
online resource center that provides internship,
fellowship, and scholarship information to African American,
American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or
Hispanic American students. The 4 scholarships offered under
this program are The United Negro College Fund, The Hispanic
Scholarship Fund, The American Indian Graduate
Center Scholars, and The Asian & Pacific Islander American
Scholarship Fund.
GMS
GIRLS GOING PLACES ENTREPRENEURSHIP AWARD
This award is being offered to female students between the ages
of 12 and 18
that show leadership skills and ambition.
Deadline (Postmark) Feb. 28
HORATIO ALGER SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is being offered to students from low-income
families that are wanting to receive their Bachelor's Degree. A
student must
have a minimum GPA of 2.0, must have a critical need for the
scholarship, and
display community involvement.
Deadline is October 30
JACKIE ROBINSON FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Through its Education and Leadership Development Program, the
Jackie Robinson Foundation provides scholarships of up to $7,500
annually to underserved high school students showing leadership
potential and demonstrating financial need to attend an
accredited 4-year college or university of their choice. The
application package must include a letter of recommendation and
an official transcript. Official test scores must also be
submitted to the Foundation.
College codes are: SAT: 4248; ACT: 6570. Log onto the website
listed below to apply.
Deadline: March 31.
JUNIOR AUXILIARY SCHOLARSHIP: The Junior Auxiliary of Slidell
is accepting
applications for their $1,000 scholarship.
Applications are located in the Guidance Office. The
scholarships are paid directly to the student.
Deadline is April 1 for receiving applications.
KEN & SUSAN COOPER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Presented by the Rotary Club of Stennis Space Center. Award-
$1,000. Scholarship gives preference to students planning
careers in Hydrography, the Marine Sciences, or a related field.
Students will also have to show evidence of service to their
local community. To apply for the scholarship, students
will be required to write a single-page essay on themselves,
their academic achievements, service projects within their
community in which they participated, and service projects they
might pursue in college.
Applications and essays are due April 1.
The KFC Colonel's Scholars Program® is looking for high
school seniors with entrepreneurial drive, strong perseverance,
demonstrated financial need, and who want to pursue a college
education at an accredited public institution in
the state they reside. Awards can be up to $5,000 per year.
To be eligible to compete for the KFC Colonel's Scholars
Scholarship, an
individual must:
·Graduate from high school this academic year (between 12/1/09
and 8/31/10)
·Earn a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.75
·Plan to pursue a bachelor's degree at a public, in-state college
or
university (start date no later than 9/30/10)
·Be a US citizen or permanent resident
·Demonstrate financial need
Application available on website.
DEADLINE FEB. 10, 2010
Must be a Catholic male senior who meets all TOPS course
requirements, has a 3.0 GPA, and has an ACT of 21. Please pick up
an application in Guidance. Essay required. Deadline is April 25.
Knights of Columbus Scholarship
LELA
Louisiana Education Loan Authority is helping students score cash
for their education by giving them a chance to win a $1,000
quarterly scholarship as they research ways to finance their
education.
LELA
LEVERAGING EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PARTNERSHIP (LEAP):
This program uses federal and state funds to provide need-based
grants to academically qualified students. LOSFA allocates funds
to post-secondary institutions, which include Louisiana
colleges/universities, technical institutes and proprietary
schools, based upon the school's prior fall enrollment.
LEAP
LOUISIANA ASSOCIATION OF STUDENT FINANCIAL AID ADMINISTRATORS
(LASFAA)-$500
NON-RENEWABLE TO STUDENTS COMPLETING THE LASFAA APPLICATION.
APPLY AT WWW.LASFAA.ORG AND CLICK ON HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP BY
APRIL 15TH. WINNERS ARE SELECTED RANDOMLY.
LASFAA
LOUISIANA FARM BUREAU FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $1500 (8). Criteria: 5 awards based on GPA (2.5 or
higher), test scores, individual achievement in high school,
participation in parish and state Farm Bureau activities and
financial need, and 3 additional awards to be determined by
random drawings. Applicants must pursue a curriculum in
agriculture, vocational agriculture, agribusiness, agriscience,
home economics or other curriculum directly benefiting the
agricultural sector of Louisiana's economy and enroll in college
in the fall semester immediately following graduation.
If you qualify, obtain an application from your local Farm
Bureau office and return it to the same office. Each parish will
select one applicant to be submitted for consideration as a state
winner.
Deadline: February 29.
LOUISIANA GO GRANT PROGRAM
The purpose of this program is to provide a need-based component
to the state's financial aid plan to support nontraditional and
low to moderate-income students who need additional aid to afford
the cost of attending college.
Go Grant
Louisiana Life Safety & Security Association, Inc.
Scholarships are
available to sons and daughters of active-duty Law Enforcement
and Fire
Service Personnel.
www.llssa.org
LOUISIANA MIDDLE SCHOOL ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP-This $1000.00
scholarship is available to graduating seniors planning to pursue
a career in education, entering a four-year university.
Deadline April
MCKELVEY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
The McKelvey Foundation awards $40,000 scholarships to young
entrepreneurs nationwide who have started their own businesses.
Students must own and operate a business for at least one year
(non-profits are OK), have at least one paid employee (not
including yourself), and have sales revenue (unless non-profit).
Applications are available online.
MG JAMES URSANO SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
This scholarship program which is administered by Army Emergency
Relief National Headquarters offers financial assistance for
undergraduate students who are dependents of Army soldiers
(active, retired or deceased) to attend college or technical-
vocational schools.
Scholarships are awarded based primarily on financial need,
secondarily on academic achievements and individual
accomplishments. Apply online or download an application from
website.
Deadline: March 1.
MISSISSIPPI STATE (Starkville) SCHOLARSHIPS
Distinguished Scholarships: A.C.T. composite 29; Cumulative GPA
3.5
Out-of-State Tuition Scholarships: A.C.T. composite 24;
Cumulative GPA 3.0
(full out-of-state tuition) A.C.T. composite 23-20; Cumulative
GPA 3.0 (half out-of-state tutiton)
Deadline to Apply: February 1.
NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
Students interested in applying for a merit co-op scholarship
should contact the National Commission for Cooperative Education
(ncce@neu.edu or 617-373-3770) or visit the website for an
application. Eligible students must have a high school GPA of 3.5
or better; complete an application including a typed one-page
essay describing why you have chosen to pursue a college
cooperative education program.
Minority and female students as well as students interested in
Science-Math-Engineering-Technology (SMET) are encouraged to
apply.
Application deadline: February 15.
NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Undergraduate
Scholarship Program offers scholarship awards (up to $20,000 per
year) to students from disadvantaged backgrounds that are
committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral and social science
health-related research.
The basic qualification requirements are as follows: GPA of 3.5
(on a 4.0 scale) or be within the top 5 percent of your class. Be
from a disadvantaged background. Admitted to a 4-year college.
See the website above for more information. Apply online.
Deadline is February 29.
NORTHROP GRUMMAN WORK-FORCE TRAINING SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $1000 - $1500. Criteria: Attend community or technical
college; academic achievement, demonstrated leadership and
participation in school and community activities, honors, work
experience, unusual personal or family circumstances; financial
need not considered. See counselor for an application.
Deadline: Postmark April 18.
NORTHSHORE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Award: $2000 (2). Criteria: Planning to pursue a career in the
healthcare field; 2.5 cumulative GPA; demonstrated community
involvement; two recommendation letters from persons who can
verify community involvement.
See your counselor for an application.
Deadline: Postmark April 11.
OUTSTANDING STUDENTS OF AMERICA:
Scholarships program available for high school seniors.
Apply online.
Pfizers Epilepsy Scholarship Award:
This is a 1-year, $3000 scholarship open to high school seniors
who are under a doctor's care for epilepsy. Please notice there
is a two step process for applying, the students must register at
this website and then mail in their completed applications.
(postmarked no later than May 1)
PHI DELTA KAPPA INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP GRANTS for
Prospective
Educators:
The PDK Educational Foundation annually awards scholarships to
prospective educators who have a connection to PDK. Eligible
students include: High school seniors intending to major in
education; who are a member of a PDK sponsored
FEA club at their high school or, are the child or grandchild of a
Kappan in good standing or, have one of their reference letters
written by a Kappan in good standing or, whose application is
selected to represent the PDK chapter in their area.
Applications must be submitted online.
THE PRUDENTIAL SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY AWARDS:
If you've made a difference by volunteering in your community
over the past year, you could win $1000 and a trip to Washington,
D.C. Visit www.prudential.com/spirit or
www.principals.org/prudential, click
on the Apply
Now link, and follow the on-screen instructions.
Apply online.
RON BROWN SCHOLAR PROGRAM:
The Ron Brown Scholar Program awards scholarships to academically
talented, highly motivated African American students who are
currently seniors and plan to pursue undergraduate degrees full-
time.
Deadline January 1.
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES' NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
This program is an effort to recognize and encourage exceptional
leadership, character, scholarship, and community service among
high school seniors, and is designed to highlight the outstanding
accomplishments of those youth who can become role models for
other students. Financial need is also a criterion
for selection. Twelve winners will each receive $1,000
scholarships. The access code to apply online is RMHC.
Complete application online.
SALLIE MAE FUND UNMET NEED SCHOLARSHIP
Open to seniors. Adjusted gross income of $30,000 or less
Deadline May 31.
SCHOLARSHIPEXPERTS.COM is announcing the CollegeWeekLive.Com
$2500
scholarship. Must respond online (in 100 words of less) to the
topic: Explain
What One Characteristic You Have That Will Make
You Successful In College.
Deadline: March 24.
SCHOLARSHIP EXPERTS
Award: $5000 (1). Criteria: Best essay (250 words or less) How
Will a $5000 Scholarship for Education Make a Difference in Your
Life. Must have completed a scholarship search profile online at
website above. Apply for scholarship online.
Deadline: April 30.
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SLIDELL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL AUXILIARY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
1001 Gause Blvd., P.O. Box 17 , Slidell, LA 70458
Contact Person: Jean Werner -Scholarship Chairperson. Phone: 643-
8256
Award: Minimum of $2000 in scholarships. Criteria: Pursue a
career in the medical field; admitted to a college, community
college, or vocational-technical school; grades and test scores;
financial need (2008 W2/Tax Return- parents and students); 3
recommendation letters. Applications available in the Guidance
Office.
Receiving deadline: April 3.
SOCIETY OF WOMEN ENGINEERS SCHOLARSHIP (National Scholarship)
A female graduate may apply for the National S.W.E. scholarship.
Approximately 80 scholarships are awarded annually on the
national level. These awards vary in amounts from $1,000 to
$10,000 per year.
Applications are available online.
Society of Women Engineers Scholarship (Local Scholarships)
Email: swe-gno@swe.org
Award: Varies. Criteria: Female graduate entering first of college
engineering. See counselor for an application. Deadline
(postmark): April 1.
Deadline (postmark): May 15.
The Slidell Women's Civic Clunisdedicated to the purpose of
fostering civic, welfare cultural, and social interest of the
community. Application will be in guidance.
Appicant Eligibility includes the following; Resident of St.
Tammany Parish, The applicant must have attended high school in
Slidell for a minimum of three consecutive semesters, applicant
must be classified as a full time student, a graduating senior,
and a minimum of a 2.5 GPA.
Deadline: March 20,2011
ST. TAMMANY HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
Open to students in St. Tammany or Washington Parish and
attending a certified college (public, private, vocational or
technical) in Louisiana. The number and value of the awards are
based on the proceeds from the tournament and will determined by
the committee. Minimum GPA - 2.75. Consideration will be given
to those choosing to pursue a degree related to the homebuilding
industry.
For a complete list of guidelines and an application, contact
985.882.5002 or jessica@ sthba.org.
Deadline April 1
ST. TAMMANY RETIRED TEACHER'S ASSOCIATION EDUCATIONAL GRANT
Award: $1000 (non-renewable). Criteria: Involvement with young
children; teaching internship; education as a major field of
study; attend a LA college;GPA 2.5 or better. See counselor for
an application.
Deadline (postmark): February 23.
Scholarship for teachers.
STUDENT INSIGHTS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Award: $3000 (1), $1000 (2) and $500 (6). Criteria: Complete a
15-20 minute application survey about colleges in your area; (no
GPA or A.C.T. score, no essay, no lengthy application form, no
fees). The scholarships will be awarded via a random drawing.
DeadlineApril 22.
U.S. BANKING SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $1000 (30). Random internet drawing. Apply online.
http://www.usbank.com/cgi_w/cfm/studentloans/marketing.cfm
Deadline: February 29.
WASHINGTON and LEE UNIVERSITY (Lexington, VA)-- N.O.
Area/Jones
Family Honor Scholarship. Students from Southern
Louisiana/Mississippi who
have demonstrated an exemplary record
of academic achievement and extracurricular activities, and
submit an admission application man apply. The selection process
is highly competitive. If interested see Mrs. Anderson.
Deadline February 15.
WENDY'S HIGH SCHOOL HEISMAN AWARD PROGRAM: Seniors who compete
in high
school sports can complete the online application.
See website for application.
We Need More HEROES. Hero for Life Scholarship
The Hero for Life Scholarship Program recognizes outstanding
volunteer participation in the community blood program by a
graduating senior. One scholarship of $1500 will be awarded to
participating United Blood Services high schools in each
classification of 5A, 4A, 3A, and 2A as defined by LHSAA.
Eligibility - Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, in good standing with
the school.
- Participation in a minimum of two blood drives through blood
donation and/or volunteer support. Applications available in the
guidance office and online. For more information, you can also
email UBS at plyons@bloodsystems.org.
Click here to fill out your application online.
WOOD TECHNOLOGY SCHOLARSHIPS
The Association of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers offer
scholarships ranging from $500 to $4000, to graduates pursuing
post secondary wood-industry-related studies at a community
college, technical school or university. Applications can be
downloaded from website above or see your counselor.
Deadline: May 1.
Xavier University Department of History Essay Contest
XAVIER UNIVERSITY is holding a school essay contest open to all
Juniors and
Seniors in the Greater New Orleans Area. Students can apply
whether they
decide to attend Xavier University or not. First place receives
$500, second
$300, and third $200. For more information and the essay topic
please visit
the guidance office. The deadline for the essay is February 1,
2011.
Deadline: February 1
Up to 375 winners nationwide
Scholarships of $2,000
Deadline: February 1
Zeta Amicae Award
students must have a 3.5 GPA and be a legal US citizen
Please mail a currenet photo and a completed application to the
following address:
Zeta Amicae of Slidell
P.O. Box 5325
Slidell, LA 70469-6944
email: DeidraMillsap@yahoo.com
Due April 1
*YOUNG AMERICAN ARTIST TRIBUTE SCHOLARSHIP--This is a NEW
scholarship established to support the artistic ambitions and
dreams of young, outstanding visual arts students. The $10,000
Tribute scholarship will be distributed in four $2500 awards to
talented and deserving high school senior students entering
college or art school Fall 2009. Tribute Scholarship high
school senior award winners will be selected by an advisory board
based on artistic talent and financial need.
Applicants must submit an Artist Statement essay defining
artistic goals and describing an American artist they admire
along with five pieces in their art portfolio, and have a
declared college or art school major in visual arts.
Applicant Eligibility includes the following;
U.S. Citizen; High school senior admitted to and planning to
enroll in a four-year college or university art program, or an
AICAD or NASAD accredited four-year art school; A declared major
in one of the visual arts; includes painting, drawing, sketching,
printmaking, ceramics, still photography, graphic design,
animation/cartooning, glass making, sculpture; Cumulative 3.0 or
higher high school; Demonstrate financial need (eligible for Pell
Grant).
Please note that April 15th is the deadline for application and
materials for the upcoming Fall Semester award.
Scholarship Application and Guidelines
Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship
must have a minimum GPA of 3.5
and have an ACT composite score of 23 or SAT verbal and math
score of 970.
see guidance to pick up an application
Due March 4
Zeta Zenith Scholarship
must have a minimum GPA of 3.5
must be a prospective graduate
must be a legal U.S. citizen
see guidance to pick up an application
Due April 1
Keller Williams
must have 2 letters of recommendation
see guidance to pick up an application
Due April 1
Business Women's Network of East St. Tammany
must be a female
see guidance to pick up an application
Due April 5
Sammy 2011 Scholarship
must be an athlete
see guidance to pick up an application
Due March 4
Rotary Club of Slidell Scholarship
is offering $6,000 who will attend a university and also $500 a
year to students who will attend community or junior colleges.
The student only needs maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 to continue
receiving the scholarship. Do not not mail your application. Turn
it into guidance.
Due March 17
Capital One Bank Scholarship
A minimun of three scholarships shall be awarded with a maximum
of $5,000 each.
Any student eligible for graduation from one of the St. Tammany
Parish Public Schools shall be eligible to apply, if he/she has
demonstrated financial need as evidenced by qualifying for the
federal free or reduced lunch program and meets the
qualifications established for college admission with regard to
GPA, ACT and core curriculum.
see guidance to pick up an application
Due April 1
The Carol Meyer Memorial Scholarship Award
The Louisiana Association of Teachers of Mathematics will award a
$500 scholarship in memory of an outstanding mathematics teacher
and fervent worker on our Board, Carol Meyer. The award is made
to a high school senior who has expressed an interest in pursuing
a career in mathematics, mathematics education, or elementary
education.
see guidance to pick up an application
Due March 18
Six $1,000 scholarships will be given away on November 16-20th.
African American seniors with a minimum 3.00 GPA, seeking higher
education for the fall of 2012.
Submit an official Transcrip and 2 letters of reference.
NABSE Scholarship
LOUISIANA LEGISLATIVE WOMEN'S CAUCUS
Two scholarships; the Educational Advancement Opportunity
Scholarship for $500
and
The Louisiana Legislative Women's Caucus Foundation Scholarship
($1,000)
DEADLINE: JANUARY 25
2012 ART CONTEST
Over 45,000 in college scholarships to be given away to the top
ten seniors and top five junior winners! Winner will also design
the official Louisiana bicentennial poster.
January 2
CHAFEE EDUCATION & TRAINING VOUCHER (ETV)
This is administered by LOSFA on behalf of the Louisiana Department of Social
Services, Office of Community Services
Available to students who are or were (Prior to the age of 18) in the
foster care system
Maximum Annual Award: $5,000
Eligibility requirements include:
* Ages 15-21 (age 23 if receiving ETV at 21)
* Enrolled in Louisiana public or LAICU institution or an approved
Louisiana proprietary school
* Must complete the FAFSA annually
* Must have financial need
* Must make Satisfactory Academic Progress as defined by the
instituion
*The institution will notify the LOSFA of any student meeting the
eligibility criteria.