The Abbott & Fenner Scholarships are for all high school juniors and seniors as well as students currently registered in any accredited post-secondary institution. To apply, you must write an essay on the topic listed on the website. The essay should be between 500 and 1,000 words. Note: Please carefully follow all directions on the Application Procedure for 2013. The deadline is June 14, 2013.
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This scholarship is available to all high school juniors and seniors. Award is for $1,000. For more info, see the website. The deadline to apply is May 27, 2013.
For students between the ages of 16 and 21 who are currently in or will be attending college in the Fall of 2013. Must have a 2.5 or greater GPA and be a U.S. or Canadian citizen. For applications and more info, see the website or the folder in the Counseling Center.
Open to all student athletes regardless of the sport they are engaged in. Must be a high school senior or be attending a post-secondary institute. Individual award is $500 (number of awards varies). See the website for more info and to apply. The deadline is June 21, 2013.
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Academic Achievement Scholarships - Various awards from 60% to full-tuition. Must maintain a 2.70 to 3.00 or higher GPA. Must apply to the college. For more info, go to the website or call 800-654-3210.
Liberal Education and Effective Practice (LEEP) Scholarship – This award is for full tuition, room, and board for 4 yrs. Must be an ambitious high school student. In addition to expressing interest in the program, must submit an essay about the assigned topic. For applications and more info, see the website or contact the Admissions Office at 508-793-7431. The deadline is November 1, 2013 (Early Action), or January 15, 2014 (Regular Decision).
The 2013 Creative Outlook Cover Contest is now open to high school and college students. Get your art on the cover of Creative Outlook Magazine and win $750 in art scholarships. The 10 submissions with the most votes will enter as the finalist for portfolio review. Note: Submit early and give your art time to get enough votes! Entry deadline is September 1, 2013. For more info, see the website or the folder in the Counseling Center.
Three $2,000 awards for students entering SUNY @ Buffalo or Buffalo State College in the field of engineering for 4-yrs. Awards are based on scholastic record, financial need, personality, extracurricular activities, etc. To apply, fill out society application and send with transcript. Applications available online or see the folder in the Counseling Center. Note: Must anticipate acceptance at the appropriate college/university. The deadline is June 1, 2013.
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This $1,000 scholarship award is for eligible graduating seniors. To be eligible, must be planning on majoring in engineering at an accredited 4-yr. college or university. For applications and more info, see the website or the folder in the Counseling Center. The deadline is June 30, 2013.
FASNY HELP provides full-tuition reimbursement to eligible student volunteers that will attend the closest community college or one within a 50-mile radius of their residence (ECC). High school student must be 18 yrs. of age or older and interested in becoming a volunteer firefighter. For more info, see the website or the folder in the Counseling Center. If you have any questions, contact Jessie Roland-Bystrak at 716-982-2742 or Tom Chielowiec, from ECC Career Pathways, at 716-851-1589.
The Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund provides college scholarships to the sons and daughters of American heroes—the dependents of U.S. military personnel who have been killed or permanently disabled in an operational mission or training accident. Must have proof of dependency (birth certificate, child military ID card), transcript, essay or personal statement, etc. For all eligibility requirements and more info, see the website or the folder in the Counseling Center.
Various merit-based scholarships for entering freshmen range from $750 to $15,000 per yr. Must apply to the college to be eligible. For more info, see the website or the folder in the Counseling Center.
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For JUNIORS only! Must have a parent or guardian who is a member of the East Aurora Moose Lodge 370. Also must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Applications and more info available in the Counseling Center. Note: Applications are due to the EA Moose Lodge #370 by June 15, 2013, or to the Counseling Center if prior to the due date. The contact person is Lee Schocle, Administrator.
Four (4) $500 scholarships will be awarded to eligible high school seniors who wish to pursue a career related to the operations, design, or construction of facilities. Must provide verification of enrolling in a college, university, or technical school. Also, need two letters of reference. For applications and more info, see the folder in the Counseling Center. The deadline is May 10, 2013.
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TCI annually awards student scholarship(s) of up to $1,000 each to tall students under 21 yrs. of age planning on attending college in the Fall. Must meet all eligibility requirements for height (females minimum of 5'10” and male minimum of 6'2”), and have a Tall Club member sponsor you. For more info, see the website or the folder in the Counseling Center.
For students of the Class of 2014 who have at least a "B" GPA and participate in at least one school sponsored sport. This award honors both male and female high school students who excel in academics, athletics, and student leadership. Our school can have as many applicants as meet the eligibility criteria. Applications available only online, and must be completed by 5:00 P.M. (Central Standard Time), October 2, 2013. Also, each student applicant must have their online application reviewed and confirmed online by a school representative. Reviewers must submit their review by 5:00 P.M. (Central Standard Time), on October 4, 2013, in order for applications to be considered. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please email wendy@act.org or call 800-205-6367.
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