Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

CREATE an account on GAFUTURES.org if you do not already have an account. 

*Note: ALL ECCHS Seniors who plan to attend college in 2026 - 2027 will need to submit the FAFSA*

To apply for federal student aid, such as federal grants, work-study, and loans, you need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Completing and submitting the FAFSA is free and easier than ever, and it gives you access to the largest source of financial aid to pay for college or career school.

In addition, many states and colleges use your FAFSA information to determine your eligibility for state and school aid, and some private financial aid providers may use your FAFSA information to determine whether you qualify for their aid.  The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026 - 2027 academic year is expected to be available on October 1, 2025. 

* In Georgia, submitting the FAFSA is how you apply for the HOPE and Zell Miller Scholarships.*

To complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026 - 2027 school year, you (the student) will need:

• Your Social Security Number

• Your Alien Registration Number (if you are not a U.S. citizen)

• Your federal income tax returns, W-2s, and other records of money earned. (Note: You may be able to transfer your federal tax return information into your FAFSA using the IRS Data Retrieval Tool.)

• Bank statements and records of investments (if applicable)

• Records of untaxed income (if applicable)

• An FSA ID to sign electronically.

If you are a dependent student, then you will also need most of the above information for your parent(s).

One thing you don’t need for the FAFSA® is money! The FAFSA is FREE, so if a website asks you to pay to fill it out, you’re not dealing with the official FAFSA site. Remember, the FAFSA comes from the government, so it’s on a .gov site: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

Complete Georgia Match:

CLICK HERE for Georgia Futures Website

GPA Calculator    Many scholarships require a specific GPA. You can use this calculator to see what grades you need to raise your GPA to become eligible for scholarships if you had lower than the necessary average in your 9th, 10th, or 11th grade year.                                      

Scholarship websites - These websites have hundreds of scholarships

Student with learning disabilities   Click HERE 

Career One Stop   Click HERE                                    

Army ROTC Scholarship

All Cadet Scholarships

If you have scholarship questions, please contact Greg Killeen at greg.killeen@ung.edu or 706-864-1884.  For all other questions, please contact Cadet Recruiting at cadetrecruiting@ung.edu or 706-867-2918.

Sincerely,
The Office of Cadet Recruiting

Office of Cadet Recruiting

University of North Georgia

706) 867-2918

At the University of North Georgia, one of only six Senior Military Colleges in the nation, we’re looking for high school seniors who want to serve our nation as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army. The Army ROTC Scholarship pays for room and board (up to $12,000 per year) or 100% of tuition and fees + $420/month stipend + $1,200/yr book allowance. Click here for eligibility criteria, benefits, and how to apply.

The GEICC 2025 Scholarship Application is now open for submissions! Below are the key criteria and application details:

Scholarship Criteria:

• Applicants must be graduating high school seniors in the state of Georgia who are pursuing a STEM career.

• The complete application must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 9, 2025.

• Applicants need a GPA of 2.5 or higher to be eligible.

• Scholarships are awarded without discrimination based on race, gender, creed, national origin, or disability.

• At least five (5) scholarships of $1,000 each are available.

To Apply:

Visit www.getintoenergyGA.com/scholarship to submit your application.

The Elks National Foundation (ENF) has kicked off the 2026 scholarship year. Here are the details!

Most Valuable Student (MVS) Contest:

The 2026 MVS application is now open. Applications can be found online at enf.elks.org/MVS. The application deadline is November 12, 2025. 

The Elks National Foundation (ENF) awards 500 four-year scholarships based on academics, leadership, and financial need. National awards range from $1,000 per year to $7,500 per year. The national awards will be announced in April 2026. There will also be awards for 1st place from our Lodge and the State of Georgia.

REQUIREMENTS

MVS scholarships are for high school seniors who plan to pursue a four-year degree on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), at a U.S. college or university starting in 2026-27. Some important applicant details include:

«  Current high school seniors (or equivalent) who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.

«  Applicants do not have to be related to a member of the Elks.

«  Male and female students compete separately. 

Applicants select from a list of the Lodges closest to their home address zip code.
You will need to choose Athens-Elberton Lodge 1100 as your sponsoring Lodge.
Complete details can be found at enf.elks.org/MVS.

Legacy Awards – The Legacy Awards contest opened on September 1, 2025.
Legacy Awards provide $4,000 scholarships for children and grandchildren of dues-paying Elk members.
The ENF offers a total of 350 national awards. The application deadline is February 2, 2026. Please visit enf.elks.org/Leg for more details and the application link.

For any questions, please contact Heather M Dent at 571-315-9183. 

Heather M. Dent, MVS Coordinator

Athens-Elberton Lodge 1100

1008 Country Manor Lane

Elberton, GA 30635

Hugh-Alpha College Chapter (HACC) Scholarship

Description:

The Hugh-Alpha College Chapter (HACC) scholarship began as a passion project to not only "pay it forward" but to also honor and recognize the service of my parents, Hugh and Alpha Fleming.  Through their dedication to teaching and coaching, my parents, Hugh and Alpha served high school students at Elbert County Comprehensive High School in Elberton, Georgia for a combined 40+ years.  Their belief in education and support of our family are the examples that lead my 4 siblings and I to continue their legacy.  This scholarship is dedicated to their vision and will reward and assist high school students as they transition into their collegiate careers.  

Application Deadline:  TBA ( normally March _ April) 

Eligibility Requirements:

•  Open to Elbert County Comprehensive High School seniors who are attending college

•  Must have proof of acceptance letter from a U.S. Department of Education accredited College or University

•  Must have satisfactory academic progress (Satisfactory Academic Progress is the successful completion of coursework toward an eligible High School diploma)

•  Must complete essay portion of application

•  Must complete application in its entirety

HACC Application Link:

Hugh-Alpha College Chapter

Heisman High School Scholarship

Winning a Heisman High School Scholarship requires a weighted GPA of 3.0 or better, participation in at least one sport, and demonstrated leadership at school and in the community.  

The criteria for the scholarship is :

• Students whose senior year of high school is the 2024-2025 academic year, graduating with the class of 2025.

• Students who have at least a weighted “B” grade average (3.0 GPA) during grades 9, 10 and 11.

• Students who participate or have participated in grades 9, 10, or 11 in at least one of sports recognized by the International Olympic Committee in the Summer and Winter Olympic Games, the Paralympic Games or the National Federation of State High School Associations.

• Students who have participated in volunteer service, community involvement or leadership within his/her school or community. 

• Students who are a resident of one of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia (D.C.).

Apply at heismanscholarship.com before the October 17, 2024 deadline.

Scholarhips opens on 8.15.2024 CLOSES 10.17.2024 - NO EXCEPTIONS

Ron Brown Scholar Program 

The Ron Brown Scholarship is a national scholarship for low-income African American high school seniors. Ron Brown Scholars receive $40,000 toward their college of choice, and are provided mentoring, leadership experiences, and service opportunities. 

The Ron Brown Scholarship honors the legacy of Ronald H. Brown through a selective scholarship program that advances higher education for community-minded and intellectually gifted African Americans. 

RBSP competitively awards 45 – 50 four-year $40,000 scholarships ($10,000 each year) to the most talented and economically-challenged high school seniors who demonstrate a keen interest in public service, community engagement, business entrepreneurship and global citizenship – the four pillars of the late Ronald H. Brown’s mission to uplift people of all races, cultures and ethnicities – especially our disadvantaged youth.

Recipients may use the renewable scholarships to attend an accredited four-year college or university of their choice within the United States. Ron Brown scholarships are not limited to any specific field or career objective and may be used to pursue any academic discipline. Since the Program’s inception in 1996, more than 450 students have been designated as Ron Brown Scholars.

Applicants for the Ron Brown Scholarship MUST be Black/African American, US citizens or permanent residents, and a current high school senior at the time of their application. 

Click here to apply -  https://ronbrownportal.force.com/s/

Deadlines:

Fall cohort: August 25, 2024

Early Application: November 1, 2024

Final Application:  December 1, 2024

Classic Center Cultural Foundation Scholarships

Interested in the Arts?

The Classic Center Cultural Foundation will award up to $30,000 to talented high school students for performing arts and visual arts to help them pursue their passion in a career that will allow them to spread their artistic wings. Scholarships are awarded for hospitality, performing arts, and visual arts based on an application and audition process.  

This year, performing arts and visual arts scholarships are open to all high school students in 9th through 12th grade that live in the Northeast Georgia region. Counties that are eligible for The Classic Center Cultural Foundation’s performing arts and visual arts scholarships are Athens-Clarke, Banks, Barrow, Elbert, Franklin, Greene, Habersham, Hart, Jackson, Madison, Morgan, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Rabun, Stephens, Walton, and White. 



Recipients awarded the performing arts and visual arts scholarships will receive $2,000 and their high school program will be presented $500.

Performing Arts Scholarship

Scholarship 

Application Deadline  |  TBA

Hart EMC Scholarships 

* Hart EMC Foundation Scholarship

Hart EMC Foundation Scholarship grants are available to members of Hart EMC and their families and residents of the Hart EMC service area and will be awarded based on merit in a blind selection process determined by the Foundation Board.

The scholarship grants include the following components: college scholarships to deserving high school seniors; technical school scholarships to deserving high school seniors; college and technical school scholarships to other deserving students; and graduate school scholarships and other continuing education scholarships for teachers.

Academic ability, financial need and other factors, such as school and community activities will be considered in the selection of the recipients.

Interested students who would like to apply, download here  and submit it by TBA If you have any questions you may contact our Member Service Department or email angie.brown@hartemc.com. Download the application here: https://www.hartemc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-Hart-EMC-Foundation-Scholarship-Application-1.pdf

Paper applications for this scholarship can also be found on the scholarship board outside of F-5.

*Walter Harrison Scholarship

Each year the Walter Harrison Scholarship program awards $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors and undergraduate students attending any vocational school or two- or four-year accredited college or university in Georgia. More than $85,000 has been awarded since the program began. The scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic achievement and financial need.

Georgia’s EMCs started the scholarship program in 1985 to honor the late Walter Harrison. Harrison was known in Georgia and across the nation as “Mr. Rural Electrification: for his pioneering efforts in the electrical cooperative industry and for his lifelong dedication to improving life in rural areas.

Interested students who would like to apply can download the application and submit it to Angie Brown at Hart EMC by TBA.  If you have any questions, contact Angie Brown at angie.brown@hartemc.com.  Download application here https://www.hartemc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-Walter-Harrison-Scholarship-Application.pdf

Paper applications for this scholarship can also be found on the scholarship board outside of F-5.

ACT Scholarship Giveaway

Dream Big! Win Big!

ACT will be giving away a $15,000 scholarship + $5,000 technology package to 14 students this school year. See website for details. 

Scholarship Giveaway

Register for the ACT Test

*No purchase necessary or ACT test registration necessary.  See Official Rules for eligibility requirements, entry details, and instructions (including alternate entry instructions). Eligibility limited to students in the United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Territories

Summary - TOP 175 Scholarships-  

A great list of  scholarships organized by popularity in web searches and contains a huge list in one location! 

https://www.mometrix.com/blog/scholarships-for-college/ 

Andrew College -  Pitts Academic Scholarship Competition

Andrew College, located in Cuthbert, GA, is now accepting applicants for the Pitts Scholarship Competition.  Based upon the results of the Competition, two students will be offered full room, board and tuition scholarships to Andrew College.  In addition, everyone who competes receives a scholarship award from the college of some type, up to full tuition.

Pitts Scholarship Competition Dates 

(students will select to attend one of the two dates)

TBA

Minimum Academic Requirements for Consideration:

• 3.0 or higher high school grade point average

• Acceptance to Andrew College (requires submission of application and high school transcript) 

Deadline:   Check website for annual scholarship deadlines and other scholarships

https://www.andrewcollege.edu/institutional-scholarships/

Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation

Coca-Cola Scholars Scholarship – High school seniors with a minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA may apply online in August of their senior year until the October 31 deadline. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.

https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/

Deadline:   The deadline to complete the required eligibility quiz is  TBA. 

Applicants who submit this application by the deadline can expect notification by the end of November.

Delta Sigma Theta Scholarship Program

The Athens Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc is offers college scholarships. Deadline:   Check website for annual scholarship deadlines

See Mrs. Driver for a paper application OR go to http://athensdeltasigmatheta.com/ for more information and for a PDF version of the application.   ( available in early spring) 

ELKS NATIONAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS:

MVS CONTEST  - Applications are judged on academics, leadership, service and financial need. The application is completed online and must be submitted by the TBA, deadline.  Visit enf.elks.org/MVS to apply. 

LEGACY AWARDS CONTEST - Legacy Awards are $4,000 scholarships available to children and grandchildren of Elks members who are a high school senior graduating in 2023.  The student must complete and submit the ONLINE application. The 2023 Legacy Awards application deadline is TBA.   See the website for eligibility  requirements. 

https://www.elks.org/scholars/ 

FIRE - Foundation for Individual Rights in Education - Free Speech Essay Contest

One $10,000 first prize, one $5,000 second prize, three $1,000 third place prizes and four $500 prizes will be awarded. 

Deadline:   TBA

https://www.thefire.org/resources/high-school-network/essay-contest/

Hispanic Scholarship Fund

HSF empowers families with the knowledge and resources to successfully complete a higher education, while providing scholarships and support services to as many exceptional students as possible.

Founded in 1975, HSF has awarded over $650 million in scholarships. HSF Scholars have access to valuable Scholar Support Services and, as funding permits, Scholarships ranging from $500 to $5,000.

Eligibility:

• Must be of Hispanic heritage

• U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA

• Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students; minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for college and graduate students

• Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school, in the U.S.

• Submit the FAFSA or state-based financial aid forms (if applicable)

• Deadline:   Check website for annual scholarship deadlines  

Additional Important information:

• It takes an average of 30 minutes to complete the Phase I of the HSF Scholar Application

• No essays, recommendations, or document uploads are required in Phase I

• To get started, visit HSF.net and log into or create your MyHSF profile to access the HSF Scholar Application

Horatio Alger Association Scholarship (for High School JUNIORS)

State scholarships are awarded to eligible students in all fifty states and the District of Columbia. The program specifically assists high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. The scholarships are funded by Horatio Alger Members who, like the Scholars, have experienced challenges but ultimately overcame them to become successful business and civic leaders.  

To be eligible to apply for a Horatio Alger State Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria*:

• Be enrolled full time as a high school junior in the United States

• Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)

• Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)

• Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities

• Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity

• Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and

• Be a United States citizen

The undergraduate application is available -TBA - check website for details

https://scholars.horatioalger.org/about-our-scholarship-programs/state-scholarships/

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship

The Cooke College Scholarship Program is an undergraduate scholarship program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend and graduate from the nation's best four-year colleges and universities.  Exceptionally promising high school seniors with financial need can apply exclusively through The Common Application. Check website for annual scholarship deadlines. 

Each award is intended to cover a significant share of the student’s educational expenses – including tuition, living expenses, books and required fees. Awards vary by individual, based on the cost of tuition as well as other grants or scholarships he or she may receive. 

Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Senior standing – Plan to graduate from a U.S. high school 

• Fall College Enrollment – Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college 

• GPA – Earn a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above.

• Test Scores – Receive a minimum SAT total of 1200 or ACT composite of 26.

• Income – Demonstrate unmet financial need. We will consider applicants with family income up to $95,000. Last year’s cohort of new college scholarship recipients had a median family income of approximately $26,000.

• See more at https://www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships/ 

• Deadline:   TBA

McDonald's HACER National Scholarship 

HACER stands for Hispanic American Commitment to Education Resources. Your generation is making the world a better place, and McDonald’s® wants Hispanic students to be front and center in that transformation.  

Check out the requirements below to find out if the McDonald’s® HACER® National Scholarship is right for you:

• You’re a high school senior

• You’re a legal U.S. resident

• You’re younger than 21 years old

• You carry a minimum 2.8 GPA

• You’re eligible to attend a two- or four-year college or university with a full-time course of study

• You’ll disclose other scholarship programs that you’ve applied for

• You’ll enroll and attend an accredited institution in the academic year after your selection (verification needed, as scholarship funds are paid directly to the schools)

• You have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage

Click on the following link for more information and to apply: https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/community/hacer.html

Deadline:   Check website for annual scholarship deadlines

The COAG Scholarship is open to any Georgia high school senior (or a GED

equivalency dated December 31, 2020 to May 31, 2021) who is a United States and

Georgia citizen graduating by the spring of 2022. You must be seeking an

undergraduate degree, not a diploma, certification, master’s or doctoral degree.

Essay Theme 2022: TBA

TOPIC: TBA

University of North Georgia - Scholarships for Cadets

For more information and to apply for all scholarships listed below, please go to https://ung.edu/military-college-admissions/costs-financial-aid/scholarships-and-grants/index.php

General Army ROTC Scholarship

Rising high school seniors may apply for the scholarship as early as mid-June between junior and senior year. A National Board awards 4-year and 3-year advance-designee scholarships worth up to $57,000.

The scholarship can pay either tuition and fees or room and meals; a $420/month stipend, and $1,200 per year for books. They are awarded based on high academic achievement, excellence in athletics, and demonstrated leadership skills. After graduating from the University of North Georgia, Army ROTC Scholarship recipients will serve as an officer in the Regular Army, Army National Guard or Army Reserve.   

*Criteria for Army ROTC Scholarships

For ALL Army ROTC Scholarships, Cadet Command utilizes the following three criteria areas to determine eligibility and awards. This is a competitive process, just because you are qualified does not mean you will automatically receive a scholarship.

Scholar criteria is determined from your high school grades and SAT or ACT scores. The higher your grades and scores, the better your chances.

Athlete criteria is determined by your participation in sports, your performance on the Physical Fitness Assessment, and whether or not you meet the Army's height and weight standards. The better your physical and athletic ability, the better your chances.

Leader criteria is determined by your participation in leadership positions in extra-curricular activities both in and out of high school during your high school years. Particular emphasis is placed on leadership positions you may have held on sports teams, volunteer activities, part-time work, clubs, scouting, church, etc.

Note: For Georgia residents who are eligible for the HOPE scholarship, it can be used in conjunction with an Army ROTC Scholarship.  Hope can only be applied to tuition.  The Army ROTC scholarship can be used to pay for room and meals. Georgia residents on the ROTC scholarship will also receive up to $2,000 in grants from the State of Georgia at the end of each semester after contracting.

Critical Dates

Army ROTC National Scholarship Board dates for the School Year 2022-2023

1st High School Scholarship Selection Board: 17-21 October 2022

2nd High School Scholarship Selection Board: 23-27 January 2023

3rd High School Scholarship Selection Board: 13-17 March 2023

University of North Georgia Military Scholarship (UNGMS)

The state of Georgia offers 42 scholarships per year to Georgia high school seniors who attend the University of North Georgia and commission as officers in the Georgia Army National Guard after graduating with bachelor's degrees. The scholarship pays for your room, meals, tuition, books, uniforms, and fees. In addition, you receive National Guard weekend drill pay, GI Bill®, pay for attending Army basic and advanced training, and Army ROTC contract pay (beginning of sophomore or junior year, if offered a contract to commission as a lieutenant). You may also be eligible for an enlistment bonus and monthly GI Bill® kicker. 

Requirements

1. Be a legal resident of Georgia.

2. Receive a nomination from a Georgia Legislator from your congressional district.

3. Meet the academic requirements and gain acceptance as a regular freshman Cadet at UNG.  

4. Meet Army National Guard enlistment standards.

5. Agree to serve as an enlisted member in the Georgia Army National Guard while participating as a Cadet at UNG.

6. If awarded a scholarship, you must commission upon graduation from UNG and serve four years as an officer in the Georgia Army National Guard. See FAQs for more details.

Deadline:  April 2, 2023. 

Leadership Scholarship

Available to high school students who will be Cadets at the University of North Georgia. These scholarships range from $500 to $3,500 per year. The award amount depends on the scholarship awarded. The scholarships are funded by donors who set up scholarship programs for those who want to be Cadets.   

To Apply

To apply for a scholarship, please visit the Foundation Scholarship Application and fill out the online application. 

NOTE: You must have already been accepted to UNG and have activated your student Banner account to begin an application.   Online applications is available now. 

Deadline

Applications will be accepted until all scholarships are filled. 

University HQ_  ROTC Program Resources / Scholarship

A free educational resource helping ROTC students navigate through higher education. 

https://universityhq.org/resources/college-planning-guide/rotc-programs/

Visit site for information and scholarship opportunities / deadlines.  Read requirements carefully to select the scholarships you are eligible to apply for. 

Watson-Brown Foundation Scholarship

The primary mission of the Watson-Brown Foundation is providing need and merit-based scholarships to select Georgia and South Carolina students attending accredited four-year colleges and universities in the United States. The Watson Brown Foundation Scholarship is a $6000 scholarship.  These scholarships are awarded to over 250+ students each year who are living in eighteen Georgia and South Carolina counties. Students must plan to attend a 4 year, accredited, non-profit college or university.

Apply online at https://webportalapp.com/sp/login/watsonbrown_apply_2023

Deadline:   The 2023-2024 Watson-Brown Foundation Scholarship App will be available on the website by Nov 1, 2022.  Deadline for submission is February 8, 2023.  Check website for details. This deadline is also the deadline for the supporting materials required. 

ZipRecruiter $3,000 Scholarship

https://www.ziprecruiter.com/scholarship

**Refer to website for annual scholarships**

StudentScholarships.org - Scholarship Database for Students 

StudentScholarships.org has been providing scholarship information to students and scholarship management services to companies since 2003. Their staff spends countless hours searching both online and offline sources to find new and exciting scholarships for students to apply for. Their database is considered one of the largest and most comprehensive sources for finding scholarships online and is 100% free for students to use. Click the link below for more information:

https://studentscholarships.org/

GAFutures Scholarship Search 

There's more money for your postsecondary education than you think. Use this tool to find what scholarships you may be eligible for. Students can search for scholarships by college and location:

https://www.gafutures.org/scholarship-search

Financial Aid Opportunities for Minority and/or Underrepresented Students

BestColleges.com partners with HigherEducation.com to provide students with direct connections to schools and programs suiting their educational goals. This site also hosts a wide array of free college planning, financial aid, and career resources to help all students get the most from their education and prepare for the world after college. The links below provide information concerning underrepresented students:  

https://www.bestcolleges.com/financial-aid/minority-students/

https://www.bestcolleges.com/financial-aid/african-american-scholarships/

https://www.bestcolleges.com/financial-aid/hispanic-latino-scholarships/

Hagan Scholarship Foundation

The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship designed to help high-achieving students from small towns and rural areas graduate college debt-free. Recipients must: a) graduate from a public high school located in a county having fewer than 50,000 residents, or b) graduate from a remote rural school located in a county having more than 50,000 residents. 

The intended recipient is a high achieving, self-motivated student who will require financial assistance to attend college. Over 600 new scholarships will be awarded in April 2022. Eligibility requirements are:  Must be a citizen of the United States; 3.75 core GPA or higher; Must have a cumulative 3.75 GPA; Enroll at eligible four year college/university fall semester; Work 240 hours in the twelve months prior to the start of  each academic year of college.

The scholarship provides up to $48,000 over four years to attend college. Free Workshops, Schwab Brokerage Accounts, and Study Abroad provide recipients with a practical understanding of important life skills not typically taught as a part of the school curriculum.

Deadline:  December 1, 2025

 For more information, please visit the link below:

https://haganscholarships.org/application/

National Beta Scholarship Program

This year, National Beta will award over 250 scholarships, ranging in value from $1,000 to $15,000 to deserving Senior Beta members. All 12th grade Betas are invited to apply. *Members must be registered with the National Office by November 1 of their senior year to apply. Eligibility guidelines include demonstration of academic excellence, leadership, commendable character, school & community service, and participation in National Beta.

Deadline:  Application is available Nov 2, 2022.  Scholarship deadline is Jan 19, 2023

For more information, please visit Beta Club Scholarship website

2021 Profile in Courage Essay Contest 

In Profiles in Courage, John F. Kennedy recounted the stories of eight U.S. Senators who put the nation's interests above their own. They were guided by integrity and conscience, not party pressure or fear of losing the next election. Here's your chance to write the next profile in courage. Students in grades 9-12 may submit an original and creative essay, describing and analyzing an act of political courage by a US elected official who serving during or after 1917, the year of JFK's birth. First place award is $10,000. 

Deadline:   Check website for annual scholarship deadlines

. For complete guidelines, visit the Profile in Courage Essay Contest at Profile in Courage Essay Contest website

Voice of Democracy Audio Essay Contest

The Voice of Democracy is the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) premier scholarship program. This contest is open to students in grades 9-12, and this year's theme is "Why is the Veteran Important?" Students must submit an original 3-5 minute essay on an audio CD or flash drive by the October 31 deadline. Grand prize amount is $30,000. See Mrs. Driver (F5) to pick up a student brochure for more information.

Greenhouse Scholars

Greenhouse Scholars provides comprehensive personal and financial support, including one-on-one mentorship, professional guidance, peer support, leadership training, and a renewable need-based scholarship of up to $5,000 per year and $20,000 in total. To be eligible, a student must be a graduating high school senior planning to attend an accredited four-year institution; be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S., and a legal resident in Georgia; have a cumulative, unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above; demonstrate financial need (annual household income no greater than $70,000); a strong interest in and commitment to the community; an ability to persevere through difficult circumstances; & excellent leadership skills.  

Check website for details

Apply online at Greenhouse Scholars website

Julian and Jan Hester Memorial Scholarship

The goal of the Julian & Jan Hester Memorial Scholarship is to assist deserving high school seniors in their first year of college and to promote community banking. To compete, students must be sponsored by a local community bank, must complete an activity record expressing their leadership activity in school, write a short essay on community banking, provide teacher recommendations and an official high school transcript. Awards are based on academic merit and extracurricular participation, not financial need. 

For convenience, the application is broken into two packets: one to be completed by the student, and one to be completed by the student's bank and turned in together to CBA by the bank. 

To be considered for this award, the following items must be received by your Community Bank President and/or CEO on or before by the deadline.:
1. The Julian & Jan Hester Memorial Scholarship completed application from the applicant, including an essay on community banking;
2. The Candidate’s Activity Record;
3. The Candidate’s Qualification Sheet from one Mathematics, Science or Humanities teacher;
4. The Applicant’s high school transcript from the high school counselor; 5. Printout of SAT and/or ACT scores (if not included on transcript) 

Applications must be submitted through a Community Bankers Association member bank. Elberton Federal Savings & Loan and Northeast Georgia Bank are Community Bankers Association members.  The student nor the parents are required to bank at the participating bank, although knowledge of a community bank and its philosophy is helpful (see the essay requirement within the scholarship application).  

Deadline for submission : See website for deadline

For more information, please go to the following website: Julian and Jan Hester scholarship website

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc 2019 Scholarship Program

The Eta Iota Chapter (Athens, GA) of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. announces its 2018-2019 Educational Scholarship Program. Under the program, scholarships will be awarded to seniors attending a high school within our chapter's service area which spans throughout northeast Georgia.

This scholarship is open to male students that are graduating seniors with a strong record of volunteerism and community service. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and plan to attend a 2 or 4 year college or technical school.

Please see Mrs. Driver for an application or check the scholarship board outside of F-5.

 Deadline for submission - check website for details

Iris Garden Club Scholarship

The Iris Garden Club of Elberton would like to award a scholarship to a deserving ECCHS student who plans to pursue a major in a horticulture-related field. 

Please see Mrs. Driver for an application or check the scholarship board outside of F-5. 

*Elizabeth Wilmot Bull Memorial Scholarship

The purpose of the Council of Volunteers Services of the Georgia Hospital Association is to assist outstanding students who plan to pursue a career in a medical-related field.   

To be eligible, applicant must: be accepted into a college in Georgia and into a Medical-Related program.  This does no include pre-med or pre-nursing.  Programs such as biology or chemistry as stand alone majors nor Veternary Medicine do not qualify. Applicants must have a 3.0 minimum GPA, two letters of recommentation, personal marrative, submitted application, and an interview with the scholarship committee. 

Please see Mrs. Driver or check the Scholarship board outside of F-5 for an application. 

Scholarship deadline is February 6. Submit application to R. Driver. 

*Elbert Memorial Hospital Auxillary

The purpose of the Elbert Memorial Hospital Auxillary is to assist outstanding students who are interested in a healthcare career or to improve their skills in healthcare.

To be eligible, applicant's: field of study must be healthcare, accepted at an accredited institution, minimum GPA of 2.5, SAT/ACT scores. 

Please see Mrs. Driver or check the Scholarship board outside of F-5 for an application. Scholarship deadline is  February 28.  Submit application to R. Driver

*Jean Cory Scholarship

The Jean Cory Scholarship is for teens who are pursuing a career in a medical profession at a College/University/Technical College in Georgia.  A GPA of 3.0 or above and completion of 80 hours of volunteer service in the local hospital is required. 

Please see Mrs. Driver or check the Scholarship board outside of F-5 for an application. 

Scholarship deadline is February 6. Submit application to R. Driver. 

Gene Higginbotham Memorial Scholarship 

The Gene Higginbotham Memorial Scholarship was founded in 2016 honoring Gene Higginbotham, who dedicated 50 years to the Pest Management Industry and Northeast Georgia communities. The scholarship is funded by American Pest Control and will continue to grow in participation. American Pest Control was founded by Gene Higginbotham in November 1971 after working for years in the pest control industry. He used his experience and wisdom to build a company that always puts the customer's needs first, creating a family-owned business that has thrived for over 46 years. Now children, Laurie and Scott, continue the mission their father started 45 years ago, by serving clients with honesty, integrity, and professionalism. 

To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1.) Applicant must have been accepted to an accredited college or university. 2.) Applicant must have at least a 3.0 high school cumulative grade point average (equivalent to a B average) and a 900 combined SAT score and/or ACT score of 17. 3.) An application for the scholarship must be completed along with a letter of recommendation from a teacher, school administrator, coach, mentor, or community leader. 4.) Applicant must reside in an American Pest Control service location. Service areas can be found on www.ampest.com. 

https://www.ampest.com/about-us.html   March 11 Deadline

Constitutional Officers Association of Georgia (COAG) Scholarship

The COAG Scholarship is open to any Georgia high school senior who is a U.S. and Georgia citizen graduating by the spring of 2022, or any student currently enrolled in a school of accredited higher education in Georgia. You must be seeking an undergraduate degree, not a certificate or diploma.

COAG will be awarding three $1,000 scholarships to winners of its annual scholarship essay contest.  Attached is the information and application form.  You may also find details and the application at https://coagonline.org/coag-scholarship

Check website for details

Asa Tuten Memorial - Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association State Scholarship Essay Contest

1,000 words may be all that stand between a student and up to $1500 in scholarship funds

For thirty two years, the Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association essay contest has exposed thousands of high school seniors and their families to the life safety and property protection attributes of fire sprinklers.

 The Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association awards scholarships annually in the amount of $1500, $1000, and $750 to high school seniors through an essay writing contest. 

 The link for complete information and details is: https://georgiafiresprinkler.org/events/essay-contest/ 

Horatio Alger National Career & Technical Scholarship Program

The Career & Technical Scholarship Program is funded through the Horatio Alger Endowment Fund and includes 1020 scholarships up to $2,500 each

Scholarships are awarded to students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their lives who wish to pursue a career or technical education at an accredited non-profit post-secondary institution in the United States. 

Eligibility Criteria:

• Have completed high school (or earned a high school equivalency credential)

• Will enroll in a college by specific deadline

• Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a career or technical program (up to 2 years) at an accredited non-profit post-secondary institution in the United States

• Demonstrated critical financial need (must be eligible to receive the Federal Pell grant as determined by completion of the FAFSA)

• Demonstrated perseverance in overcoming adversity

• Be under the age of 30

• Be a United States citizen

Apply at https://application.horatioalger.org/Security/Login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2f 

*National Wild Turkey Federation's 

Dr. James Earl Kennamer Scholarship Program

Students should be graduating seniors with a 3.0 on 4.0 scale or equivalent grade point average. 

Students must be pursuing a degree at an accredited institution of higher education (i.e. Junior College, Community College, Technical College, College or University). 

Students must support the preservation of the hunting tradition and actively participate in hunting sports. A copy of current hunting license is required. 

Students must hold a current NWTF membership. 

Students must be involved in school activities (i.e. FFA, Ecology Club, Science Club, Beta Club, Student Council, etc.). 

Students must demonstrate ability as a leader among his or her peers. 

Students must demonstrate community leadership and/or involvement (i.e. Scouting, 4-H, civic group or club, volunteer work).

Students must submit an essay exhibiting dedication to conservation (see application).

Three letters of recommendation must be attached to the application (i.e. teacher, counselor, community leader). 

The local chapter president’s name and address should appear on the application in the box provided. 

Employees and board members of the NWTF and their family members are not eligible to participate in the program. 

Applications can be picked up from Mrs. Driver or Mrs. Almond. 

Deadline for submission of all materials - See above

*Georgia District Civitan Foundation, Inc - Two scholarships

* 2019-2020  Alice Dodd Scholarship for Outstanding Community Service

*2019-2020 Bobby Dodd Scholarship for Outstanding Community Service (Awarded to a physically challenged student)

The first place recipient for each scholarship receives a $1, 200.00 award. In addition, a second place award of $800.00 will be presented for each scholarship. Although academics and financial need are important and will be reviewed, the overriding criteria will be the applicant's community service involvement. An en essay of 500 words, a detailed list of community service activities, and three (3) letters of recommendation are required. 

See Mrs. Driver for application.  

See Mrs. Driver

Chamber Scholarship

The Elbert Chamber of Commerce is giving away two $500 scholarships (one male and one female) to graduating seniors that reside in Elbert County that plan on attending a Technical College. Trade jobs are in high demand in Elbert County and are the heart of the community. The Chamber is dedicated to encouraging our local youth to pursue technical educations in hopes that they stay local and help this community grow and thrive.

Requirements:  

• Must be a graduating senior who will be attending a Technical College

• Must be a resident of Elbert County

• Student must fully fill out the application form shown below

Details:  

• $500 will be awarded to One Male and One Female

• The deadline to apply-Check website for details

• The amount will be disbursed directly to the College Admissions Office of the school where the student is accepted/enrolled

• The disbursement will be mailed July 2020. Students MUST show proof of Technical College enrollment (e.g. class schedule) before funds will be disbursed.

Application can be found by clicking the link below. 

 https://elbertchamber.com/chamber-scholarship

NAEMT's Diversity Scholarship:

A scholarship developed  to help support underrepresented groups in joining the EMS profession.  NAEMT will award up to four scholarship of $1250 that may be used for tuition, fees, and books.  Scholarship will be awarded to students of color who do not hold an EMS certification but who intend to become an EMT or Paramedic.  Recipients must have financial need and a commitment to community service. 

View additional information or apply here.

ATHENS ALUMNAE CHAPTER

DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.

                                                                               www.athensdeltasigmatheta.com

Deadline:  Check website for details

Iota Psi Omega 

General Scholarship

The Iota Psi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. announces our 2022 Scholarship Application. All eligible applicants must meet the following criteria: 

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• Must be a female students graduating high school in the year 2023.

• Must attend a public high school in Clarke, Elbert, Greene and Stephens counties.

• Must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

• Must submit a completed scholarship application.

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The deadline to submit all scholarship applications is: Check website for details

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Applications and essays, except the official transcript, must be submitted electronically via e-mail

at: scholarshipakaipo@gmail.com. The transcript can be mailed to the address listed below.

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Iota Psi Omega Chapter

P.O. Box 303

Athens, GA 30603

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Click HERE to download the scholarship application. 

Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation Scholarship (for JUNIORS)

The Coolidge Scholarship is a full-ride, four-year, merit scholarship that recipients may use for undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in the United States. Any high school JUNIOR who plans to enroll in college in the Fall of 2027 is eligible to apply (current high school seniors are NOT eligible).

For more information, go to coolidgescholars.org. Deadline is December 16, 2025