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Scholarship Information 2008 - 2009

Lottery Information: www.state.tn.us/tsaccww.state.tn.us/tsac

Applications are available in the Guidance Office.
See Mrs. Walker, guidance secretary, if you need any help.

ACT-SO Scholarship - ACT-SO conducts annual academic and cultural Olympic competitions for African-American students with expertise in the Humanities, Performing Arts, Sciences, Visual Arts and Entrepreneurship. All first place local winners in each of the 26 categories will receive an all expense paid trip to compete in the National ACT-SO Competition in New York City. In keeping with the Olympic tradition, winners on the national level will receive gold, silver and bronze medals in addition to monetary awards. Grade: 9-12 Deadline: January 16, 2009
Applications available on-line: www.memphisactso.org

Ayn Rand "Anthem" Scholarship - 236 scholarships awarded to best essays - top prize $2,000. Essays must be no fewer than 600 and no more than 1,200 words in length. Visit the web site for more informaiton.Grade: 8 - 9 Deadline: March 20, 2009
Applications available on-line: www.aynrand.org/contests

Ayn Rand "The Fountainhead" Scholarship - 236 scholarships awarded to best essays - top prize $10,000. Essays must be no fewer than 800 and no more than 1,600 words in length. Visit the web site for more informaiton. Grade: 11 - 12 Deadline: April 25, 2009
Applications available on-line: www.aynrand.org/contests

AXA Foundation Scholarship - The AXA Achievement Scholarship in association with U.S. News & World Report launches 52 scholarships of $10,000 and $25,000 to students across the nation. The winners, known as AXA Achievers, are ethnically and economically diverse, but share these qualities: ambition and drive, determination to set and reach goals, respect for self, family and community, and the ability to succeed in college. Grade: 12 Deadline:December 15, 2008
Applications available on-line: www.axa-achievement.com

Burger King Scholars Program - Burger King Scholars awards are $1,000 each and may be used for educational expenses, such as tuition fees and books, during the first year of college or post-secondary vocational/technical school. For a student to qualify, he/she must be a high school senior and a U.S. resident that meets our criteria. To obtain informaion about our eligibility criteria, please visit our Web site ( 2.5 GPA or higher, work part-time at any job for an average of 15 hrs a week). Grade: Seniors Deadline: February 2, 2009
Applications available on-line: www.bk.com/scholars

Concrete Essay - TN Concrete Association Contest - The Tennessee Concrete Association (TCA) is once again sponsoring their annual essay contest. All entries in to the contest will be judged by a panel of industry personnel and TCA will award cash prizes. The state winner will go to compete at the national level. CHS students have placed many years and won the national award. The national winner will go on to Orlando, Florida to the national convention. The essay is ot to exceed 600 words. Essay idea starters: How concrete effects our environment, the job market, etc. The impact of using concrete to build homes, commercial buildings, bridges, or roads. Concrete's benefits to society. How "green" is concrete? Grade: ages 16 - 18 Deadline: December 1, 2008
Applications available on-line: www.TNCONCRETE.ORG

Deltaphine - Monsanto Scholarship - The future of cotton begins with the Class of 2009. For all its traditions, the future of cotton continues to rely on new talents and fresh perspectives. that's why for this year's high school seniors, Deltapine cotton is awarding nine $1,000 college scholarships. complete details are online. 500 word essay or less is required. Grade: Seniors Deadline: December 7, 2008
Applications available on-line: www.myfutureincotton.com

FastWeb / Free Scholarship Search - This web site will do a free customized on-line scholarship search. Parents will want to help their student fill out the questionnaire as there are questions pertaining to parents. Students may pick up an information sheet in guidance. Grade: 9-12 Deadline:none
Applications available on-line: www.fastweb.com

Emerging Leaders Scholarship Program - The Emerging Leaders Scholarship is a four-year renewable scholarship that is now awarded to approximately fifty students each academic year. Beyond the financial assistance, the Emerging Leaders program provides training and opportunities designed to contribute significantly to a balanced and well rounded college experience. Students attend classes, workshops, lectures, perform community service, and become engaged, content and confident University of Memphis Tigers. The scholarship covers the base tuition. Grade: Seniors Deadline: January 30, 2009
Applications are available on-line at the following web address: www.memphis.edu/leadership_programs/emerging.php

KFC Colonel's Scholars - Applications are available online from December 1, 2008 to February 10, 2009. The KFC Colonel's Scholars Program was created in 2006 and is dedicated to assisting students with financial need who plan to pursue a bachelor's degree at a public institution within their legal state of residence and have a GPA of 2.75 and higher. Scholars may begin their college career by entering into either a 2 or 4 year accredited, public school. Grade: Seniors Deadline: February 10, 2009
Applications are available on-line at the following web address: www.kfcscholars.org

Memphis Area Teachers' Credit Union Scholarship - Four scholarships will be awarded and could amount to $10,000 (over four years) if recipients continue to meet eligibility requirements. Qualifications include: seniors planking to pursue a teaching career by entering an accredited teacher prep college or university, members of MATCU or dependent children of MATCU members, and minimum 3.0 GPA. Grade: Seniors Deadline: January 31, 2009
Applications are available on-line at the following web address: www.matcu.com

McKelvey Scholarship (Entrepreneurial Scholarship) - This scholarship is available to high school seniors who have demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit by owning and operating their own business while in high school. To qualify: 1) own your own business for one year 2) have at least 1 paid employee 3) graduate high school in 2009 4) go to any 4-year college or university in the 50 states. 60 scholarships will be awarded. Receive up to $10,000 per year for 4 years. Grade: Seniors Deadline: January 25, 2009
Applications are available on-line at the following web address: www.mckelveyfoundation.org

National Commission for Cooperative Education Scholarships - 200 $6,000 merit scholarships totaling $5,000,000. These merit co-op scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors and college transfer students who plan to participate in college cooperative education at on e of our Partner Colleges and Universities listed:Drexel University, Johnson & Wales University, Kettering University, Northeastern University, C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University, Pace University, Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Wentworth Institute of Technology. Grade: Seniors Deadline: February 15, 2009
Applications are available on-line: www.co-op.edu

Nestle's National "Very Best in Youth" Award - Nestle has launched its seventh annual nation-wide award search. The program honors young people who excel academically and work hard to make their communities a better place. Winners will be chosen by a panel of educators and business leaders and be featured in a special award publication. Prizes include an all-expense paid trip to the national awards ceremony in Los Angeles and a $1,000 donation made to the charity of the student's choice. Grade:ages 13 - 18 Deadline:November 20, 2008
Applications available on-line: www.nestle-verybestinyouth.com

NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award - Are you someone who dreams of being an entrepreneur or small-business owner? Applicants need to submit a 1,000 word essay describing your entrepreneurial experience, your involvement with small business, or your involvement with clubs that encourage entrepreneurial spirit. The Young Entrepreneur Award is $1,000. There are four Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards for $5,000 each. One NFIB Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award will issue an award for $10,000. Grade: 12 Deadline: December 15, 2008
Applications available on-line: www.NFIB.com/YEA

Profile in Courage Award Scholarship - The John F. Kennedy Library Foundation invites U.S. high school students to write an original essay on the political courage of a U.S. elected official. It takes courage to stand up for your beliefs. Some elected officials risk their careers to do right by their community and country. In Profiles in Courage, John F. Kennedy described eight U.S. elected officials who demonstrated political courage. Here's your chance to write a new profile in courage. Winners receive up to $5,000, a trip to Boston and will receive recognition by Caroline Kennedy at the Presidential Library. Grade: 9-12 Deadline: January 10, 2009
Applications available on-line: www.jfklibrary.org

SunTrust "Off to College" Scholarship - RANDOM DRAWINGS. High school seniors can win a $1,000 scholarship for their first year expenses at a college or private career school. One winner will be chosen every two weeks. Only one entry per person for each drawing, however students can register after each drawing for the next scheduled drawing. No purchase or transaction necessary to enter or win. Grade:Seniors Deadline:one winner chosen every two weeks from October 31, 2008 through May 15, 2009
Applications available on-line: www.offtocollege.info or suntrusteducation.com (beginning 9-15-08)

Tennessee Education Lottery Scholarship - Apply with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application, available at www.fafsa.ed.gov The HOPE Scholarship provides $4,000 for 4 year institutions or $2,000 for 2 year institutions. Entering freshmen must have minimum of a 21 ACT (980 SAT) or an overall unsighted 3.0 GPA. More information is available at the state web site. Grade: Seniors Deadline: received by September 1, 2009 for fall semester, February 1 for spring or summer semesters.
Families need to apply with the FAFSA as soon as possible to receive federal money they may be eligible to receive (students may receive the HOPE scholarship and federal dollars from the university). University deadlines are usually around March 1st. Try to have the FAFSA complete by the middle of February to receive both state lottery scholarships and federal funds.

"Top Ten List" Scholarship - Five (5) students will be selected as $1,000 scholarship winners. Winners will be chosen based on the quality of their written responses to the prompt: "In 250 words or less, submit a 'Top Ten List' of the things you want to accomplish in your lifetime." Grade:13 years and older, US citizens Deadline:December 31, 2008 Applications available on-line: www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx

U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program - RANDOM DRAWINGS Thirty $1,000 scholarships are awarded in a random drawing. No essays, no minimum GPA required. What are you waiting for? Grade:Seniors Deadline: February 2009 Applications available on-line: www.usbank.com/studentbanking