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Scholarship Candidates must:
Currently be a high school senior
Currently reside in the US as a citizen
Must attend an accredited college/university following high school graduation
Requires:
1,500-word essay
OR a video describing the impact of Alzheimer's disease or another dementia-related illness on themselves, their families or their communities
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria to be eligible to apply to any of the scholarships offered through this program.
Must be a current high school senior who is eligible to attend a two- or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school.
Must be a legal U.S. resident or a DREAMer/DACA recipient
Must be less than 21 years of age.
Must have a minimum 2.8 GPA.
Must be of Hispanic/Latino heritage.
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnic category, not a racial category; student applicants may be of any race. Applicants must be from a family that came from at least one of these countries: Argentina, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Portugal, Puerto Rico, El Salvador, Spain, Uruguay, or Venezuela.
Eligibility Requirements
1. Must be a U.S. Citizen.
2. Must attend a traditional public high school located in the U.S. that is governed by a school district.
3. Must have achieved a 3.50 Cumulative Grade Point Average.
4. Must enroll at an Eligible Four-Year College or University the first semester following high school graduation.
5. Must maintain a four year or less graduation schedule in college.
6. Must work 240 hours from January 1, 2024 until commencement of the 2024 fall semester in college. Work can be performed at recipient discretion. Work must be regularly scheduled employment performed under supervision for compensation. Most recipients work during the summer months. However, all paid employment counts, including part-time employment during this time period.
7. Applicant’s Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for 2022 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $85,000. “Household Income” is defined as the total income received by all members of a household living under the same roof.
8. Applicants selected as Finalists in early 2024 must provide a copy of their FAFSA SAR.
9. Must apply for Federal and State grants if eligible.
10. Must not have a felony conviction.
The intended recipient is a high-achieving goal-driven student having substantial financial need.
The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation awards need-based scholarships to the children of Marines attending accredited colleges, community colleges, and career technical education programs. It’s the nation’s oldest and largest provider of need-based scholarships to military families, and its mission is to offer scholarship support to every eligible child of a Marine.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Child or step-child of one of the following:
Active duty, Reserve, or veteran* U.S. Marine
A Marine killed while serving in the U.S. Marine Corps
Active duty, reserve, or veteran U.S. Navy Corpsman, Navy Chaplain or Religious Program Specialist who is or was attached to a U.S. Marine Corps unit or who was killed while serving with a U.S. Marine Corps unit*
Minimum 2.00 GPA
Demonstrate financial need through a family adjusted gross income of $109,000 or less for the 2021 tax year
Attending or planning to attend a school listed on the National Center for Education Statistic’s College Navigator website for the upcoming academic year
Submit a completed application with all required documents by the deadline
* Veterans must have received an honorable discharge.
ECISD Memorial Scholarship - Deadline March 7th
Students from OHS, PHS, NTO, OCA, and OCTECHS can apply: -Complete the online Memorial Scholarship Application -Graduate from one of the above high schools -Be accepted into a University or College and be able to attach a copy of your acceptance letter to your application
Permian High School Spirit Scholarship - Deadline March 7th
Requirements to Apply:
Students from OHS, PHS, NTO, OCA, and OCTECHS can apply
Student must be involved in one of the following organizations: AVID, CTE, Athletics, Fine Arts
Student must have a minimum GPA of 2.5
Student must plan to attend a 2 or 4 year university or a technical or trade school to receive an industry certification.
Must be a PHS student
Horatio Alger Association administers over 70 scholarship programs, offering opportunities for students in various stages of their academic careers to achieve their educational goals and realize their potential.
You must be a U.S. citizen
You must have a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
Your family income must be under $55k/year
Applications open December 1st and are due March 15th
Thanks to our generous donors, Permian Basin Area Foundation offers scholarships to those pursuing higher education and vocational opportunities. While most Foundation scholarships are available to students originating from the Permian Basin region, each scholarship is unique in its focus and criteria. However, these scholarships share the common goal of helping to make a difference in the lives of others. Last year, the Foundation awarded more than $1.1 million in scholarships.
We invite seniors graduating from high school, current undergraduate and graduate college students to apply for a scholarship at Permian Basin Area Foundation.
To be Eligibile:
Applicant shall have graduated from high school, be a current college undergraduate, or be working in the West Texas Chapter territory. Scholarships are for individuals pursuing two-year or four-year degree plans or an approved technical trades school in a construction related field.
Applicant shall be a U. S. citizen or be a documented permanent resident of the United States.
Preference shall be given to a relative or member of the West Texas AGC Chapter or an employee of a member; and further, that such Member shall have been an active member of the Chapter for two years prior to the application.
Permian Basin Area Foundation offers scholarships to those pursuing higher education and vocational opportunities. We invite seniors graduating from high school, current undergraduate and graduate college students to apply for a scholarship at Permian Basin Area Foundation.
Our online scholarship application process assists with matching qualified applicants to our numerous scholarships which have varying criteria. Eligibility criteria may include financial need, merit, geographic area, school of choice, field of study or employment. Upon completion of the application, each applicant will be automatically matched with all of the awards they are best qualified for. Applications open January 1st.
The Circkled In Scholarship - Deadline March 31st
Cirkled In is the award-winning, secure, FREE platform for students to create an electronic portfolio showcasing their holistic skills and achievements. Get discovered by colleges and increase your success rate for all applications –from internships to summer jobs and more
• No income or GPA requirements and no long essay.
• $2,500 award – you can use it immediately after receiving it.
• Use for any educational need.
Candidates must be high school seniors planning to attend a college or university during the immediate Fall Semester.
Texas Tech Alumni Association Scholarship- Deadline April 15th
The TTAA Endowed Scholarship Guide was created to provide Texas Tech students and prospective students with a comprehensive guide to all of the scholarships that the TTAA has in its Endowment Trust. The funds for the scholarships listed in this guide are housed and managed by the Alumni Association.
Once the general scholarship application is completed by the required deadline, the recipients are selected by the Texas Tech Alumni Association scholarship committee. It is important to note that while academics are considered in scholarship awarding, it is only one of the many criteria used in the selection of scholarship recipients. The scholarship committee considers various factors when making award decisions, such as scholastic achievement, community involvement, standardized test scores and financial need.
Student View Scholarship Program - Deadline April 23rd
It is exceptionally easy to apply:
Applicants must complete a 15-25 minute online survey about local colleges. You will then be automatically entered into a random drawing for a scholarship award.
Student Insights will award the following prizes:
One (1) individual prize of a $10,000 scholarship.
Two (2) individual prize of a $1,000 scholarship.
Five (5) individual prizes, consisting of $500 scholarships each
Scholarship Amount: ($5,000) one-time award
Eligibility Requirements
Applicant must have completed Foundation with Endorsement high school plan.
Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on the 4.0 scale.
Applicant must provide documentation stating he/she has been accepted into a community college or a 4-year University for the 2024-25 school year.
Completed applications must be submitted online by April 26. Scholarship recipients will be notified before May 18.
Applications not meeting all requirements will NOT be considered.
Click on the title to complete the application and submit to Ms. Perkins or Ms. Trujillo prior to the deadline.
Masonic Children & Family Scholarship- Deadline April 30th
MCFS offers $2500.00 scholarship to help ensure your future is bright!
May be used for College or Trade School
All Seniors are encouraged to apply!
Grande Memorial Scholarship- Deadline May 1st
Seniors must complete the application, essay requirement, and submit 2 Letters of Recommendation. The deadline is May 1st. All documents must be submitted to the following: Grande Communications Attention: Grande Cares-Gems 401 Carlson Circle San Marcos, Texas 78666.
All Seniors are encouraged to apply with the online application or complete the Grande Memorial Scholarship Paper Application
Eligibility requirements Applicants must:
Plan to attend full-time Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas in pursuit of an undergraduate degree.
A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
Demonstrate financial need
Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Portugal, Puerto Rico, El Salvador, Spain, Uruguay, or Venezuela.
The Actuarial Diversity Scholarship promotes diversity within the profession through an annual scholarship program for Black/African American, Latinx, Native North American, and Pacific Islander students. The scholarship award recognizes an encourages the academic achievements of full-time undergraduate students pursuing a degree that may lead to a career in the actuarial profession. Scholarships range from $1,000-$4,000. Each applicant must fulfill all the requirements listed below:
• Must have at least one birth parent who is a member of one of the following minority groups:
Black/African American
Latinx
Native North American
Pacific Islander
• Enrolling as or enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at a U.S. accredited educational institution.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale), emphasis on math or actuarial courses.
• Entering college freshmen must have a minimum ACT math score of 28 or SAT math score of 620.
• Intent on pursuing a career in the actuarial profession.
Charles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers
To be eligible for the scholarship, students must be committed to teaching in the Texas public school system in either a Title 1 or majority economically disadvantaged school or in a priority subject area (math, science, special education, or bilingual). Applicants must also exemplify the knowledge, skills, and values listed below. Preference is given to Texas residents.
Aspiring teachers can apply in the fall of any year between their senior year of high school and junior year of college, or prior to entering an eligible master’s program.
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