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Scholarship Opportunities - Updated 5/5/10Looking for scholarships for college seniors? This is a list of some of the scholarship opportunities available to you. Every senior should make sure to fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), your FAFSA must be completed in order to receive scholarships AND to obtain student loans! Remember the FAFSA application period runs from January 1 through March 2. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Guidance Office at (714) 662-7485. OPPORTUNITIES SORTED BY DUE DATE: Cabrillo Civic Club Scholarship Deadline: March 15, 2010 The Cabrillo Civic Club of California has a $500.00 scholarship available for a graduating senior of Portuguese descent. Awards are made on a competitive basis with consideration being given to GPA, Leadership, Extra-Curricular Activities, Work (Paid or Volunteer), Promise and Membership in the Cabrillo Club. Candidates must have maintained a minimum of 3.50 GPA from grades 9 - 12 and participated in at least three extra-curricular activities while in high school. Applications must be received between January 1st and March 15th. For more information or to pick up an application see the guidance office. National Honor Society Senior Scholarship Deadline: May 14, 2010 The National Honor Society will award two scholarships to the class of 2009-2010. Applications can be found in the CCHS office or on the school website. Complete your application and submit it to the CCHS office no later than Friday, May 14, 2010. The National Honor Society will award one scholarship to a student with a GPA of 3.0 to 3.49 and one scholarship to a student with a GPA of a 3.5 or above. Recipients of these scholarships will be announced at the CCHS Awards Ceremony on Thursday, June 3rd. California-Hawaii Elks Association Students With Disabilities Deadline: March 14, 2010 Any student with a disability is eligible for this award. This award ranges from $1,000 to $2,000 per year and is renewable. For more information or to apply go to www.chea-elks.org. Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarships Deadline: March 12, 2010 Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) and the McDonald's Operators Association of Southern California (MOASC) are proud to once again sponsor four college scholarship programs for Southern California-area high school seniors. RMHC/African American Future Achievers; RMHC/Asian Pacific American Students Increasing Achievement (ASIA); RMHC/Hispanic American Commitment to Educational Resources (HACER); and RMHC/Scholars. Students interested in applying can pick up an application in the high school office. This year, 21 RMHC/African American Future Achievers, 21 RMHC/ASIA, 22 RMHC/Scholars and 40 RMHC/HACER recipients will each receive a $2,000 scholarship. Although students may apply for any scholarship for which they are eligible, if selected they will only be awarded one scholarship. Scholarships are funded through the global and local chapters of RMHC and fundraising efforts of local owner/operators and corporate staff. RMHC of Southern California has awarded more than $3.3 million in scholarship funds to students residing in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura counties. California-Hawaii Elks Association Vocational Grant Deadline: Three months after downloading the application Any U.S. citizen planning to pursue a vocational or technical course after high school. This grant is for $1,000 and can be renewed for a second year. For more information or to apply go to www.chea-elks.org. 2010 Sammy Award Deadline: March 5, 2010 Are you an outstanding student athlete? Apply for the 2010 Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of teh Year (SAMMY) Award! The National Milk Mustache "got milk" Campaign along with USA Today is pleased to announce the call for entries for the 13th annual SAMMY Awards at bodybymilk.com. If you are on the top of your game when it comes to academics, athletics, and community service you have a chance to be one of 25 student-athletes to win a $7,500 scholarship, a trip to Disney World and a spot in a special Milk Mustache ad that will run in USA Today and other publications. You can apply at bodybymilk.com. For more information contact Danny Prokup at dprokup@webershandwick.com. Best Buy @ 15 Scholarship Program Deadline: February 15, 2010 One thousand scholarships of $1,000 will be awarded! Students from 9th grade through 12th grade are eligible. Students need to have solid grades and be involved in volunteer community service or work experience. Visit our websites to apply on-line at www.bestbuy.com/scholarships or www.at15.com! Marist College Scholarship Deadline: February 15, 2010 Marist College with support form the National Science Foundation is offering 12 full tuition, room and board scholarships to students who choose to major in Computer Science or Information Technology and Systems. Scholarship recipients will receive a full 4-year tuition, room and board scholarship as well as a state of the art PC laptop, the opportunity to participate in high-level internships and applied research with Fortune 500 companies such as IBM, Aetna, Pepsi, and Verizon. They will also receive special advising from the dean and key faculty in the School of Computer Science, and a two-semester course in game development and design. If you have any questions, please call the Undergraduate Admission Office at (800) 436-5483 or (845) 575-3226. KFC Colonel's Scholars Deadline: February 10, 2010 KFC Colonel's Scholars is looking for high school seniors with financial need and an entrepreneurial spirit to qualify for the KFC Colonel's Scholars Program. Awards are up to $20,000 for tuition, fees, textbooks, room and board. To qualify, graduating high school seniors must earn a minimum high school cummulative GPA of 2.75, enroll in a public college or university within the state of legal residence, plan on pursuing a bachelor's degree, be a U.S. citizen, and demonstrate financial need. The online scholarship application will be available from December 1, 2009 to February 10, 2010 at www.kfcscholars.org. For questions, visit the website or call toll free at 1-866-532-7240. Park Scholar Award - Ithaca College Deadline: January 15, 2010 The Park Scholar Awards are renewable for up to three years (for a total of four); they cover the full cost of attendance - currently $43,840 per year; and they include stipends for living expenses, books, and a one-time computer purchase of $2,500. For more information go to www.ithaca.edu/parkscholars. 2010 Gates Millennium Scholars Program Deadline: January 11, 2010 Education is one of the greatest gifts anyone can receive. One thousand students will be selected as Gates Millennium Scholars. Recipients will have the opportunity to attend any U.S. accredited college of their choice, with renewable funding for up to five years in any discipline at the undergraduate level. GMS has funded over 13,000 students and awarded over $500 million in scholarships since its inception. Candidates need to meet application guidelines. Applications must be submitted by January 11, 2010 by 11:59 pm. For more information contact the Gates Millennium Scholars Program at (877) 690-4677 or email contactus@gmsp.org. Elks National Foundation Legacy Award Deadline: January 8, 2010 If you are the child or grandchild of an Elks member, you qualify for this scholarship. This award is for $1,000 per year for 4 years. For more information and to apply go to www.elks.org/enf. California State, Long Beach President's Scholars Program Deadline: January 4, 2010 The President's Scholarships are awarded to California high school seniors who are either valedictorians or National Merit Finalists and Semifinalists. President's Scholars will enjoy a full payment of in-state tuition and general student fees, paid housing, personalized academic advising, exclusive access to the President's Scholars Center, an opportunity for international study abroad programs, an annual book allowance and campus student parking privileges. The application to the President's Scholars Program must be completed and returned by January 4, 2010 in order to be considered. Mensa Education & Research Scholarship Deadline: January 1, 2010 The American Mensa Foundation and Research Foundation awards approximately $60,000 annually in scholarships to students who will be enrolled in an accredited college or university. Each entrant must reside in or receive mail within the area of a participating local Mensa Group. To determine eligibility, prospective entrants should go to www.ocmensa.org, click "Scholarships" and follow the link provided. Awards are judged locally first, then regionally, and finally nationally. Awards of $300 to $1,000 are available, some of which are renewable for up to four years of academic enrollment. To request further information, clarification, or assistance call (714) 633-9977 or email scholarship@larryshome.com. Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Deadline: November 2, 2009 Any high school senior who is a United States citizen is eligible to apply. This award ranges from $1,000 to $15,000 per year for four years. In order to apply go to www.elks.org/enf. Santa Ana Elks Lodge #794 Most Valuable Student Deadline: November 2, 2009 Any high school senior who is a United States citizen is eligible to apply. This award ranges from $1,000 to $15,00 per year for four years. Applications are available in the guidance office. Santa Ana Elks Lodge #794 Student of the Year Award Deadline: November 2, 2009 Any high school senior who is a United States citizen and has applied for the Elks Most Valuable Student Award is eligible. Applications are available in the guidance office. Deadline: October 31, 2009 Since the program's inception in 1986, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation has awarded more than 4,000 exceptional high school students $35 million in scholarships to attend college. Scholars are selected based upon academic achievement, their capacity to lead, and their hours of dedicated community service. Becoming a Coca-Cola Scholar means a lifetime commitment of service; giving back to one's community. High school seniors are eligible to apply for $3 million in college scholarship: 250 awards are presented annually with 50 scholarships for $20,000 and 200 scholarships for $10,000. Apply online at www.coca-colascholars.org today! Wendy's High School Heisman Deadline: October 1, 2009 The Wendy's High School Heisman award honors both male and female high school students who excel in academics, athletics and student leadership. This prestigious award is a great addition to your college applications. Men and women entering their senior year who have at least a "B" grade average and participate in at least one school-sponsored sport are eligible. Applications are due no later than 5:00 pm Central time on October 1, 2009. If you have any questions call (800) 205-6367 or email wendys@act.org.
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