Scholarships

Salie Mae Fund Scholarship Program

Sallie Mae awards many different scholarships to increase access to postsecondary 2-4 year colleges/university, vocational, or technical schools in the U.S.  To review different scholarships and their criteria, and to apply, go to:  www.salliemaefund.org

Due dates vary

Gates Millennium

The GMS was established to provide African Americans, Alaska Natives, Asian Pacific Americans, & Hispanic Americans with an opportunity to complete a college education.  Criteria:  Must be of the above ethnicity, have a 3.3 GPA or higher, meet federal pell grant eligibility, enter college as a full-time student the fall of 2009, demonstrated leadership abilities through community service, extracurricular, or other activities.  Apply online at:

www.gmsp.org

Due January 12, 2009

Life Care Center of North Glendale Scholarship

This is a one time non-renewable cash award for graduating seniors who are planning to attend an accredited college or university.  Criteria:  minimum of 100 hours volunteer service at Life Care Center of North Glendale, transcript and SAT/ACT scores, listing of extra-curricular activities, community service, leadership positions during high school, 2 letters of recommendation, and a personal essay. 

Applications available in the Career Center or call 602-588-1027

Due Spring of 2009 (usually the beginning of April)

Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship

Each year the Elks National Foundation conducts a Scholarship program for college-bound seniors.  Criteria:  US citizen, financial need, leadership, community service, employment, and extra-curricular activities, official transcript with SAT/ACT scores.  Applications available in the Career Center.

Due January 9, 2009

AZ Recycling Scholarship Program

The Arizona Dept. of Environment Quality has established this $1,000 scholarship to provide scholarships for AZ seniors interested in environmental issues.  Criteria:  submit a project application describing a school or community recycling or waste reductioin project that they will be able to implement during the month of March of 2009, methodology used to implement the project, what the environmental impact on the school or community will be, and the creativity of the education campaign and/or collection project.  Apply online at:  www.azdeq.gov

Due February 6, 2009

HP Scholars Program

The Hewlett-Packard Company provides a $3,000 a year scholarship to under-representative students(Hispanic, African-American, and Native American) who will be pursuing a bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.  Students apply during their senior year and must be planning to attend on of the five HP Scholar partner universities (North Carolina A&T, Morgan State University, UCLA, San Jose University, or the University of Washington).  Criteria is based on their academic achievement, SAT/ACT excellence, family income, personal essay, recommendations, and past family history of college educatioin.  Apply online at:  www.hp.com/go/hpscholars

Due March 15, 2009

Phoenix Chinese Week Scholarship Program

This program is to provide programs and activities to promote a better understanding of the Chinese culture, arts and language and to educate our youth.  Eight  scholarships are awarded at $250.00 each.  Criteria:  senior, 2.0 GPA, demonstration of strong leadership skills in school activities, extracurricular activities and active involvement in the Chinese community, letter of recommendation, and essay on goals and aspiratioins not to exceed 250 words.  Applications available in the Career Center.

January 15, 2009

Burger King Scholarship

Every year the Burger King Scholars Program helps graduating seniors build brighter futures.  Awards of $1,000 may be used for educational expenses during their first year of post-secondary school.  Criteria:  2.5 GPA or higher, work part-time an average of 15 hours per week, 40 weeks per year, actively involved in community service activities and/or extra curricular activities, demonstrate financial need, & plan to enroll in an accredited 2 or 4 year college, university, or vocational/technical school by fall of 2009.  Apply online at:  www.bk.com/scholars  Access Key:  BKS

Due February 2, 2009

ASU - Maroon and Gold Scholarship

This scholarship is offered to provide access to higher education for students belonging to groups which have faced adversity in pursing a college degree.  This is a $4,600 cash award to be applied to educational expenses -renewable for 3 additional years.  Criteria:  must be an ethnic minority OR first generation college student; and MUST establish financial need  by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); involvement in activities, academic achievement, and a personal statement.  Apply online at:  http://students.asu.edu/node/300

Due February 2, 2009

T.W. Lewis Foundation Scholarship

The purpose of the T.W. Lewis scholarship program is to provide outstanding Arizona students with the means to attend any 4 year college or university of their choice.  Award is $5,000 for 4 years.   Criteria:  SAT score of 1800, GPA 3.5 or higher or in Top 10% of class, demonstrated leadership potential, extra-curricular activities and community service. 

Applications available at:  www.twlewisfoundation.org

Due January 16, 2009

Abbott & Fenner Business Scholarship

The A & F Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution.  This is an essay based scholarship.   Scholarship is for $1,000.  For essay topics go to:  http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm  

Due June 20, 2009

Arizona PTA Scholarship

This $500 scholarship is to aid students who have the desire and potential to attend a NCA accredited community college or university.  Criteria:  AZ resident, financial need, honors, activities, volunteer work, and a 3.0 GPA or higher. Applications available in the Career Center.

Due February 15, 2009

McKelvey Foundation Scholarship

This foundation provides scholarships to young entrepreneurial-minded students who have started their own business and would like to attend college.  Criteria:  own your own business (non-profits accepted), have at least one paid employedd, graduate the spring of 2009, and attending any 4 year college in the 50 states.  Apply online at:

www.mckelveyfoundation.org

Due January 25, 2009

Ann Rand Essay Contest - "Anthem"  for Sophomores and Juniors

This is an annual essay contest on Ann Rand's novelette "Anthem".  Essays will be judged on style and content.  Writing should be clear, articulate, & logically organized.  Essay must be typed and be between 600-1200 words.  First prize is $2,000.  Apply online at:

www.aynrand.org/contests or paper application available in the Career Center.

Due March  20, 2009

Ann Rand Essay Contest - "The Fountainhead" for Juniors and Seniors

The is an annual essay contest on Ann Rands novelette "Fountainhead".  Essay will be judged on style and content.  Writing should be clear, articulate, and logically organized.  Essay must be between 800 and 1600 words and must be typed.  Applications available in the Career Center or apply online at:  www.aynrand.org/contests

Due March 25, 2009

AZ Elk Society Scholarship

This scholarship opportunity is for seniors who are continuing on to college who exhibit a commitment to wildlife & the outdoors & who participated in school-related responsibilities & activities.  Criteria:  2.7 GPA or higher, must support & actively participated in the preservatioin of hunting, must have current hunting license, current member of the Arizona Elk Society, involved in school/community activities and/or leadership positions, and write an essay on wildlife conservation.  Apply online at:  www.arizonaelksociety.org

Due January 19, 2009

KFC Colonel's Scholars Program

KFC Colonel's Scholars is looking for outstanding seniors with financial need and entrepreneurial spirit.  Awards are up to $20,000 for tuition, fees, textbooks, room and board.  Criteria:  2.75 GPA or higher, enroll in a public college or university in AZ, plan to pursue a bachelor's degree, US citizen, demonstrate financial need.  Application available online from December 1, 2008 to February 10, 2009 at www.kfcscholars.org

Due February 10, 2009

H.P. Anderson Citizenship Award (5-17 years of age are eligible)

Anderson Security Agency created this award to honor courage, bravery, and quick thinking among Arizona youths.  Criteria:  must be between the ages of 5 and 17, reside in  Arizona, heoric act performed during the previous year, parent or guardian to submit a one page essay describing what nominee did and why they deserve the award.  Apply online at:

www.andersonsecurity.com

Due February 10,  2009

Phoenix Suns Charities Scholarship

This scholarship is to recognize students for their writing skills and community and extra-curricular activities.  16 students will receive a $2,000 scholarship.  Criteria:  senior, GPA of 2.5 or above, community service/extra-curricular involvement, 400 word essay.  Applications available in the Career Center.

Due February 2, 2009

American Legion Annual High School Oratorical Scholarship Competition (9-12 Grades)

This scholarship competition is academically challenging and requires significant preparation.  There are 2 parts:  an 8-10 minute original speech (memorized) on any aspect of the US Constitution & students responsibilities as an American citizen; and a 3-5 minute orginal speech on one of 4 topics.  Applications available in the Career Center.

Due January 15, 2009

U of A Hispanic Alumni Scholarship

This scholarship is for seniors who have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Hispanic community, including those of Hisipanic origin.  Criteria:  senior, AZ resident, plan to attend U of A in fall, demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA.  Award is between $500 and $4500.  Applications available at:  http://www.arizonaalumni.com/uaha

Due February 13, 2009

Dorrance Scholarship

This scholarship provides academic and financial support to Arizona's first generation college students.  It awards up to 25 scholarships (total of more than $45,000 per scholarship) to incoming freshman at any of the three AZ universities.  Criteria:  senior, 3.0 GPA, first generation at attend college (neither parent holds a 4 year degree), combined SAT score of 1040 or ACT of 22 (writing not included in either), demonstrated financial need

from FAFSA, accepted at one of the AZ universities, and demonstrated leadership & community service.  Apply online at:  www.dorrancescholarship.org

Due February 25, 2009

Arts Council of the North Valley

The Arts Council of the North Valley, Inc. awards three or more arts awards/scholarships annually to exemplary students in the area who will or are seeking a career in the arts.  Award amounts are $1,000 and $500.  Criteria:  senior and considering or seeking post-secondary education in visual, performing arts, or literary arts.  Applications may be downloaded at:  www.acnv.org

Due January 12, 2009

Construct My Future Scholarshp

Construct My Future scholarships are offered to students and/or construction industry professions to be used for higher education or applied to the purchase price of tools.  Ten $1,000 scholarships are given.  Criteria:  Senior, interest & determination to succeed in the construction field, unofficial transcript, and completed application.  Applicatioins available in the Career Center of at:  www.constructmyfuture.com

Due February 3, 2009

Ronald McDonald House National Scholarship Program

RMHC offers scholarships to students from communities who face limited access to educational and career opportunities.  Award is $1,000 minimum.  Criteria:  senior, enrolling in 2-4 year college, university, or vocational/tech school, US citizen, one parent of African American or Black Caribbean heritage, personal statement, and 07-08 copy of the IRS Form 1040 filed by parent or guardian.  Applications available in the Career Center of online at:  www.rmhc.org

Due February 16, 2009

Early Education Scholarship Grant (EGSG)

Arizona's EGSG Program is designed to encourage high school students who graduate early to promptly attend a regionally or nationally accredited Arizona postsecondary institution or vocational program.  Students who graduate at least one year early & enrolls full-time may receive up to $2,000 towards tuition, fees and books.  Students who graduate at least one semester early and enrolls full-time, may receive up to $1,500.  Criteria:  graduate from a AZ public high school or charter school at least one semester early, acheive passing scores on all required components of the AIMS test, and AZ resident.  Informational flyers available in the Career Center.  Apply online at:  www.azhighered.gov

Due dates vary

Executive Women International (EWI) Scholarship for JUNIORS

Students interested in pursuing a 4 year degree in Business/professional field of study are encourage to apply for this scholarship.  Award amount is $5,000.  Criteria:  clearly defined career goals, scholastic achievement, honors, and awards, community service, leadership qualities and extra curricular involvement.  ONLY ONE NOMINEE PER SCHOOL-SELECTION WILL BE MADE BY THE DVHS SCHOALRSHIP COMMITTEE.  Applications available in the Career Center.

Due to Mrs. Walters by January 5, 2009

Arrowhead Community Hospital Scholarship

The Arrowhead Auxilary hopes to encourage graduating senior to enter health related fields and achieve the necessary goals for scholarship eligibility.  Twelve $3,000 scholarships will be awarded.  Criteria:  senior, maintained an acceptable GPA, plans to enter a health related field.  Applications available in the Career Center.

Due February 1, 2009

Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards

The Hispanic Heritage Foundation Youth Awards offers educational grants of $3,000, $2,000, and $1,000 to qualified Hispanic/Latino high school seniors.  Criteria:  senior, attending college in the fall of 2009, Hispanic/Latino descent, U.S. citizen or permanent resident, 3.0 GPA.  Applications available online at:  www.HispanicHeritage.org (available mid December). 

Due March 6, 2009

USA Today - Sammy Body By Milk Award

This scholarship rewards exceptional high school senior student athletes by helping to offset some of the cost associated with college tuition.  A $7,500 college scholarship will be awarded to 25 students along with a weekend at Disney World.  Criteria:  academic performance, athletic excellence, leadership, community service.  Must apply online at:  www.sammy.bodybymilk.com

Due March 6, 2009

ASU Kaibab Industries Scholarship

This scholarship amounts to approximately $2,000 or one year's tuition for AZ residents.  Merit scholarship recipients may use this scholarship for room & board or books.  Criteria:  must be admitted to ASU, academic achievement, community leadership, financial need as established by filing the FAFSA.  Only ONE nominee per school.  Selection made by the DVHS scholarship committee.  Applications available in the Career  Center and due to Mrs. Walters by January 12, 2009.

Due January 12, 2009

Alhambra Foundation for the Future Scholarship

This scholarship provides support for Alhambra Elementary School District alumni who will continue their education at an AZ Jr. College or university.  Criteria:  must be an Alhambra Elementary school district graduate, accepted to a Jr. College, AZ university, or trade/vocational school, financial need, and ACT/SAT scores if attending a university.  Applications available in the Career Center.

Due March 1, 2009

Congress-Bundestag Vocational Youth Exchange Scholarship

This full scholarship involves a pre-departure orientation in Washington D.C.; 2 months of intensive German lang. training; training/school attendance & internship with German host family; both a mid-term and re-entry seminar in Berlin; room and board for the duration of the program; health, liability and accident insurance, and international travel to and from Germany.  Criteria:  ONLY 3 NOMINEEES CAN BE SENT BY DVHS; age 18 & no more than 19 years of age by July 1 of departure year, senior, 3.0 GPA; US citizen; and ability to serve as an ambassador of the USA.  Applications available in the Career Center. 

Due January 16, 2009

ASU Hispanic Business Students Assoc. Scholarship

The Hispanic Business Students Assoc. provide this scholarship to meet the challenges of the 21st century by providing leadership skills for members, and preparing them to be future leaders who serve our communities, promote diversity, and bring about positive change.  Two $1,000 scholarships are awarded.  Criteria:  AZ resident; Hispanic; incoming freshman for fall of 2009; admitted to ASU; be enrolled as a full-time student; 3.0 GPA or higher.  Applications available in the Career Center.

Due March 27, 2009

A.W. Bodine - Sunkist Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is to provide funds for undergraduate students from agricultural backgrounds who are in need of financial assistance to further their education.  The award varies, but will average $2,000 per academic year.  Criteria:  family background in agriculture; personal & financial information; GPA & extra-curricular activities indicative of potential for success; written essay discussing personal & agricultural background; transcripts; SAT/ACT scores; and references.  Applications available in the Career Center.

Due April 30, 2009

**Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Scholarship

This Sorority, which is the oldest Greek letter organization, was established in America by Africian American college women.  Their mission is to provide service to mankind by volunteering their time and resources.  Scholarships range between $500 to $3000.   Criteria:  Africian American, senior who will enter a four-year college or university or a community college student transferring to a four-year university,and a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Applications available at www.aka-dbo.org

Due March 20, 2009

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