American Legion Oratorical Scholarship Contest
- “A Constitutional Speech Contest”
- This is an opportunity to win big!
- For more information see Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard or visit: http://www.legion.org/
Armenian Education Center/Scholarship
Aviation Scholarships
- If you’re considering a career in the aviation industry visit: www.doav.virginia.gov
- Or, see Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for details
- Deadline is February 18th
AXA Achievement Scholarships
BBB Student Integrity Award, $1000
- Criteria: 3.0 GPA, leadership, community service, essay
- Application must be postmarked by February 4th
- Visit www.vawest.bbb.org for more information
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application
Best Buy Scholarship
- Applicants must:
- Have solid grades and be involved in volunteer community service or have work experience
- Be a graduating senior
- Plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study in the US no later than fall 2012
- Apply at www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com or www.at15.com
- Deadline is February 15th
Blanco Foundation Scholarship
- Must plan to pursue a career in nursing or education
- Accepted to an accredited 2 or 4-year college
- SAT/ACT scores required
- GPA 3.45 or higher
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application
- Deadline: February 1st
Bobby Scruggs Charitable Foundation Scholarship
Buick Achievers Scholarship
- Enrolling in a 4-year college/university
- Majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or Design
- Interested in a career in automotive or related industries
- Apply at http://www.buickachievers.com/
- Deadline is February 29th
Burger King Scholarship
- GPA of 2.5 or better
- Work part-time, averaging 15 hrs/wk or 40 wks/yr
- Participation in community service activities
- Demonstrate financial need
- Enrolling in a 2 or 4 year college, university, or vocational school by fall 2011
- Can pick up applications from Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard
- Applications due by December 10th
Carilion Scholarship
- Entering a medical field
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Completed at least 2 Biology courses
- Essay required
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for application
- Application deadline: March 1st
Career Advancement Scholarships
- There are three separate scholarships, so be sure your read each one carefully!
- Visit www.VABPWFoundation.org or see Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for more information.
- Deadline is April 1st
Coca-Cola Scholars
- Application must be submitted online at www.coca-colascholars.org
- Applicants must show leadership, commitment to community, & academic achievement
- Deadline: October 31st
Community Foundations Scholarship Program
- One application – several scholarships!
- www.cfnrv.org
- Deadline is February 7th
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application packet.
- Do not mail these yourself!
Delta Kappa Gamma, $400
- Offered to a student planning on becoming a teacher
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application
- Deadline is March 28th (to Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard)
Distinguished Young Women Scholarship
Dixie Boy’s Scholarship, $1250
- Must have participated in Dixie Boys, Dixie Pre-Majors or Dixie Majors baseball
- Based on financial need, not athletic ability
- Application sent through guidance listserve
- Deadline is April 1st
Dorothy J. Hall Scholarship, $2,500
- For members of the Virginia Credit Union
- Looking for scholastic achievement, community service, hours devoted to work to help with cost of education, 3.0 GPA, essay
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application or visit www.vacu.org
- Deadline is March 31st
Dr Frank C McCue III Scholarship
- Must submit an essay on how sports have influenced your life and your desire to pursue the fields of sports medicine or coaching as a career.
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for details and an application
- Deadline is June 1st
Elks National Foundation Scholarship
- 500 Four-Year Awards
- Scholarships range from $4000 – $60,000 over four years
- Application will be judged on: scholarship, leadership, financial need
- Visit www.elks.org/enf/scholars for more information
- *** The closest: (540)980-3551 Pulaski Elks Lodge
ESA Youth Scholarship Program
Festival in the Park Fine Arts Scholarship
- Planning to major in: music, dance, theatre, sculpture, painting, photography, drawing
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for more information, or visit www.roanokefestival.org
- Deadline is April 4th
Fire Sprinklers Essay, up to $2000
- Contest for seniors
- 700-1000 word essay on the topic:
- Write a creative, interesting and convincing essay where the character or characters can be historical or cultural, past or present, or completely fictional, that depicts the history and importance of automatic sprinklers.
- Visit www.firesprinkler.com or www.afsavirginia.com for additional details and application.
- Deadline is February 1st
GE-Reagan Program
- Annually rewards up to 20 college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with $10,000 renewable scholarships
- For more information, eligibility requirements and online application, visit http://www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships
- Deadline: March 18th
Granville P. Meade Scholarship
Harry F. Byrd Scholarship, chance at $10,000
- Leadership award
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application
- Application due to Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard by November 12th!
Horatio Alger Scholarship
- High school senior who will be pursuing a bachelor degree
- Critical financial need ($50,000 or lower for adjusted family income)
- Involved in co-curricular activities & community service
- Minimum GPA: 2.0
- Deadline: October 30th
- Visit: https://www.horatioalger.org/scholarships/apply.cfm
Institute of International Education
International Association of Administrative Professionals, $500
- Interested in majoring in an administrative or business related field
- Applications may be mailed, faxed, or emailed
- Minimum of B+ average and financial need required
- Deadline is May 13th
International Aviation Art Contest
- Artwork is judged, at least in part, for its creative use of this year’s theme in relation to the aviation world.
- Visit www.aviationartcontest.org for details
- Deadline is January 14th
Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship, $2500
- Need-based (parent’s income cannot exceed $100,000)
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Community service
- Writing skills
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application
- Must be postmarked by March 31st
Jimmie Bryan Scholarship
- Graduate of a Virginia High School League (VHSL) member school.
- Will attend college in VA
- Earned 6 varsity letters in athletics
- Plan to teach/coach in VHSL school (no penalty if one does not)
- Will not receive any financial assistance in college for athletic participation
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application
- Deadline is May 15th
KFC Colonel’s Scholars, up to $20,000
- High school senior with a minimum GPA of 2.75
- Enrolling in a public college or university in YOUR state
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree
- US citizen or permanent resident
- Applications available from December 1st – February 8th
- Apply online at www.kfcscholars.org
Lunch Pail Defense Scholarship
- Minimum GPA: 2.5
- Must submit SAT/ACT scores, proof of college acceptance, 2 letters of recommendation
- You can apply at http://lunchpaildefense.com/ or see Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application
- Must be postmarked by April 1st
McComas Chapter Nursing Scholarship, $500
- Student from Giles or Narrows High School pursuing a nursing education
- NOT based on financial need
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application
- Deadline is April 1st (to Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard)
Michael A Casseri Scholarship
- Requirements: citizenship, integrity & high moral standards, financial need, current member of track & field team (or participated for at least 2 yrs), top 10% of graduating class, essay
- Application needs to include transcript, 3 letters of recommendation, letter from coach, SAT/ACT scores
- Must be postmarked by May 1st
Nettie Tucker Yowell Scholarship, minumum of $250 & maximum of $1000
- Offered through the Virginia Business & Professional Women’s Foundation to a VA high school senior who is a US citizen & has been accepted for enrollment as a freshman in a college or university located in Virginia for the fall semester, following graduation in June
- At least one scholarship is awarded annually
- Visit: www.VABPWFoundation.org
- Must be postmarked by April 1st
Noel C Taylor Scholar Athlete Award, $2000
- Member of high school football team
- Has financial need for college
- Made significant contribution to athletics
- Not likely to receive a full athletic scholarship
- Senior living in the WDBJ7 viewing area
- Suggested postmark: November 19th
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application
NRCC Foundations Scholarship
NRV Chapter of the VT Alumni Association Scholarship
- The criteria for selecting the scholarship winner will include achievement, participation in school activities, and community support
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application
- Must be postmarked by May 6th!
NRV Homebuilders Scholarship
- Seniors interested in home-building related career in the NRV, please apply on-line at www.nrvhba.com
- Application will still say 2010, but you are to go ahead and apply using that application
- Apply by April 16th
PemTel National Scholarship, $2000 + additional $500
- Must reside in the 626/544 exchange to apply
- Preference given to those expressing an interest to return to a rural area to work following college graduation
- Visit www.frs.org or see Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application
- Deadline: March 1st
Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
Pulaski, VA Elks Lodge No. 1067
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship
- Pick up an application from Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard
- Application due to Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard by March 29th
Ron Brown Scholar Program, $10,000 annually for 4 years
- seeks to identify African-American high school seniors who will make significant contributions to society
- must excel academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need
- Apply online at http://www.ronbrown.org/Apply.aspx
- Deadline: November 1st
RU Dance & Theatre Scholarships
Shelor Toyota Scholarship, $1000
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application
- Must be postmarked by March 15th!
Sheriff’s Institute Scholarship
- Pursuing a career in Criminal Justice
- Will be attending a VA college (full & part-time scholarships available)
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application or visit http://vasheriffsinstitute.org/scholarship/
- Deadline is May 1st to Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard
Society of Women Engineers
SportsQuest
Student of Integrity Scholarship Award, $1000
- Criteria: 3.0 GPA, Leadership, Community Service, Essay
- Must be postmarked by January 20th
- www.vawest.bbb.org
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application
SunTrust Scholarship, $1000
TAG
Tylenol Scholarship
USA Funds Scholarship, $1500
- Scholarships go to students with economic needs, who are from an ethnic minority group or are physically disabled
- Application accepted online from December 15th through February 15th
- Please visit www.usafunds.org for more information and the application
VA Association of Women Judges, $500
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application
- 500 word essay required
- Interviews required
- Entry must be received by March 15th; therefore, application is due to Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard by March 8th!
VA Athletic Trainers Association Scholarship
- You must print your application off the website: www.vata.us
- Deadline is April 4th
VA DSS Scholarship
VA Junior Miss
- Please visit www.ajm.org for information
- Deadline: October 9th
VA Museum Arts
VT Balanced Man Scholarship, $1000
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Available to a balanced individual, planning on attending Virginia Tech
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Deadline is September 1, 2011
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VT CLAHS Scholarship
- Please visit www.staffassociation.clahs.vt.edu/ for more information
- Application revued based on academic achievement, financial/educational need, extracurricular activities, and community involvement
- Deadline is February 1st
VT Pamplin Leader Scholarship, $1000
VT Presidential Scholarship Initiative
- Will provide 50 qualifying students with full tuition, fees, & on-campus room & board for 4 years
- From a modest or low-income family
- Must qualify for the Federal Pell Grant
- Must apply to VT before January 15th
- Must fill out the FAFSA as soon as possible after January 1st
W.A. Wolfe Jr. & Phyllis P. Wolfe Scholarship
- Based on scholastic achievement, college test scores, financial need, recommendations from teachers, and an interview
- See Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for an application
- Must be postmarked by April 27th
WACE National Co-Op Scholarship Program
Walmart Scholarships
Wendy’s High School Heisman Scholarship
- Given to student-athletes who are hard-working, dedicated, and have become role models within the school
- Must have a ‘B’ average or higher and participate in at least one school-sponsored sport
- Applications are due by 5:00 pm, October 3nd
- To apply go to www.wendysheisman.com
WVEMS Regional Scholarship
- For outstanding contribution to EMS by a high school senior
- Online applications are preferred!
- Visit www.wvems.org or see Mrs. Boggess/Ms. Ballard for the application
- Deadline is May 15th
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