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Financial Aid Information
Financial Aid Information
step 1
step 1
Create a Federal Student Aid ID (FSAID)
Create a Federal Student Aid ID (FSAID)
***You and your parent/ guardian will need to create your own FSAID (Federal Student Aid Identification). You will each need one to electronically sign your FAFSA. You will use the same FSAID each year. This can be created anytime.
***You and your parent/ guardian will need to create your own FSAID (Federal Student Aid Identification). You will each need one to electronically sign your FAFSA. You will use the same FSAID each year. This can be created anytime.
step 2
step 2
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Application for the 26-27 SY not open till October 1st
2025-26 Student and Families Guidebook.pdfFinancial Aid Resource for Students and Families
Financial Aid Resource for Students and Families
FAFSA Change of Circumstance information
FAFSA Change of Circumstance information
If your family’s financial circumstances changed since the tax year you reported on your FAFSA, you may be eligible to complete a change in financial circumstances appeal form once you receive your financial aid offer letters from colleges. But what does a change in financial circumstances mean, and how does this form work? Here is a website that can guide you through the steps to take.
https://getschooled.com/article/5327-change-in-circumstances/
Updated Cash for College Class of 2025 PDF.pdfCash For College
Cash For College
Senior Parent Night Powerpoint
SHS FAFSA Priority Completion
SHS FAFSA Priority Completion
Want a cord to wear at graduation?
Complete and submit the FAFSA by December 31st.
2023 Alabama Onto College Scholarship Guide 23.pdfMerit scholarship requirements for Alabama 2 and 4 year schools.
Debbie Rice Memorial Scholarship
Debbie Rice Memorial Scholarship
Applicants should be interested in pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a technology-related field.
Deadline is December 5th
University of Alabama
University of Alabama
Advantage Scholarship
Advantage Scholarship
After scholarships and grants have been applied, Alabama Advantage funds up to $5,000 needed to cover the remaining cost of UA’s in-state tuition.
To be considered for the Alabama Advantage Scholarship:
Be an Alabama resident.
Submit your UA Undergraduate App – you are automatically considered for the Alabama Advantage Scholarship as part of you admission application.
First-time freshman students should submit your application and all supporting documents by December 5 for summer or fall enrollment to maximize scholarship opportunities.
Submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible for your intended entry term. The FAFSA is schedule to open in October, but please check the federal website for the most up-to-date timeline.
Alabama Advantage does not cover other charges such as fees, room and board, books, etc. Alabama Advantage is renewable for four years, or eight semesters, so long as the student remains eligible.
Linly Heflin Scholarship
Linly Heflin Scholarship
Women who are U.S. citizens and residents of the state of Alabama.
Women who attend or plan to attend a four-year Alabama college or university that is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Women with a minimum ACT of 23, may be superscored
Women with a minimum high school GPA of 3.2
Deadline: January 11th
Regions Riding Foward Scholarship
Regions Riding Foward Scholarship
Submit a video or written essay about an individual you know personally (who lives in your community) who has inspired you and helped you build the confidence you need to achieve your goals. An $8,000 scholarship.
Deadline is December 31st
2025-2026 B2L Leadership Scholarship
2025-2026 B2L Leadership Scholarship
The Bankers 2 Leaders Division of the Alabama Bankers Association (ABA) offers a $2,000 scholarship to a high school senior whose parent is employed full-time at an ABA member bank.
Deadline is February 12, 2026
Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship
Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship
A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 for graduating high school seniors;
Students enrolled full-time as a high school senior, progressing normally toward graduation in the Spring/Summer 2026, with plans to enter college no later than the Fall following graduation
Deadline is February 6th
Ala OES scholarship_1125.pdfSusan Curry Memorial Scholarship
Susan Curry Memorial Scholarship
Order of the Eastern Star Scholarship
The Susan Curry Memorial Scholarship Program was formed to provide financial assistance to university, college, or technical school students. The Order of the Eastern Star of Alabama Susan Curry Memorial Scholarship Program is for all eligible students now attending or moving into post-secondary education, technical or occupational training. APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS: (1) The applicant must be a United States citizen and (2) a resident of the State of Alabama (except for the purpose of attending school), (3) provide proof of acceptance or attendance in an accredited postgraduate or technical school and (4) demonstrate and maintain a minimum of a 2.5 GPA or better (on a scale of 4.0).
Deadline for all materials must be received on or before March 1st, 2026
College Count Scholarship
College Count Scholarship
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:
Be a high school senior or first-time college freshman beginning in fall 2026
Be a U.S. citizen
Be an Alabama resident
Planning to enroll in an Alabama eligible educational institution in fall 2026
Demonstrate financial need
Have a minimum GPA of 2.75
Have an ACT score of 29 or below
(applicants attending a two-year school will not be required to submit ACT scores)
Deadline is February 28, 2026
Redstone Federal Credit Union
Redstone Federal Credit Union
To be considered for a scholarship you MUST meet ALL of the following qualifications
Must be a primary account holder (Tax Reported Owner), not solely a joint on an account
Must be pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree at an accredited college or university
Can Not be an RFCU® employee, elected member of the Board of Directors or, any member of a Redstone volunteer committee
Redstone Partner Schools
Alabama A&M University J.F. Drake State Community and Technical College
The University of Alabama in Huntsville Middle Tennessee State University
Oakwood University Calhoun Community College Athens State University
Northeast Alabama Community College
Deadline February 28, 2026
SMith Scholarship
SMith Scholarship
This program is open to seniors graduating from high schools or home schools in Alabama and planning to enroll at a college, university, community college, or technical school in the state.
Applicants must have a grade average of at least "C+" and ACT/SAT scores that depend on the college to be attended.
Selection is based on academic merit, commitment to volunteer and community service, assistance to family members, and financial need.
Deadline is January 10th, 2026
Path to Pro Scholarship
Path to Pro Scholarship
Home Depot Foundation
The Home Depot Foundation Path to Pro Scholarship
$2,500 Construction Careers Scholarships
Eligibility Requirements:
Be a high school senior, high school graduate or have a GED equivalent.
Plan to enroll, or be enrolled within 1 year, in an approved trade-related program at an accredited two-year school or institution (i.e. technical/vocational school, community college or training center) in the United States.
Not be an employee or dependent of an employee of the The Home Depot. Employees of The Home Depot and their dependents are eligible to apply for a scholarship from The Homer Fund.
Programs/Career Paths: Carpentry, Construction Management, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing.
Application Deadlines & Announcements
Last day of March, June, September and December.
Winners will be notified approximately 4-6 weeks after the application deadline.
Scholarships must be used within 1 year of acceptance.
Awards are paid directly to recipient's school or training center.
Northeast Alabama Community College Scholarship
Northeast Alabama Community College Scholarship
This is the application for all Academic, Performance, Technical, Summer, Presidential Host, Private, and Endowment Scholarships.
This is the application for all Academic, Performance, Technical, Summer, Presidential Host, Private, and Endowment Scholarships.
Students will create a username and password, which allows students to save their work and login again later to finish their application. ( This is not your NACC account information. You must create a scholarship application account)
Once the application is complete, the student is given a listing of scholarships they qualify for and can apply for.
When it asks for your counselor's information please put my name and email address- kparadise@scottsboroschools.net
TIPS when applying
Please use numeric gpa.. NOT 4.0 Standard gpa. This gpa can be found at the bottom of your transcript.
Your Academic Status is High School Student.
Only list one major on the application.
You must complete an admission application before you can complete the scholarship application
Spend some time and write quality answers on the essay questions. Although it only asks for one paragraph,NACC can learn alot about students through that if you spend time and share. The scholarship committee looks closely at the essays and can sometimes be the deciding factor if a student receives a scholarship.
Apply for as many scholarships as you want. Some scholarships require a few extra questions, additional steps, or attaching a photo, so don’t forget to complete those and hit the submit link after they finish.
Please use correct grammar and capitalization in completing their general information. (capitalize names, street names, city, state, etc) The committee has noticed that MANY students don't capitalize these items.
If a letter of recommendation is needed, make sure that letter is submitted PRIOR to the deadline or else the application will not be considered for the scholarship.
NACC also will send out emails throughout the scholarship window to help with any errors we see and need the student to correct. (ex. GPA entered on 4.0 scale when we need it on 100 pt, majoring in a Technical program but didn't apply for Technical scholarships)
Alfa Foundation Scholarship
Alfa Foundation Scholarship
Have a current Alabama Farmers Federation Membership issued in his/her name. Annual membership is available by calling 1-800-964-2532, by registering online, or by visiting an Alfa Insurance office. Membership must be issued in the name of the scholarship applicant to be eligible for consideration.
High school seniors, graduates, or current post-secondary undergraduates enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time accredited program at a two- year or four- year college, university, or vocational-technical school located in the state of Alabama for the entire upcoming academic year.
Have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
Deadline is February 2nd
December_Scholarship_Newsletter.pdfMonthly Scholarship Newsletter
Monthly Scholarship Newsletter
Scholarships.org
Scholarships.org
Rocket City Trash Pandas Foundation Scholarship
Rocket City Trash Pandas Foundation Scholarship
The Trash Pandas Foundation is proud to announce our second scholarship opportunity for the 2025-26 school year! We will be awarding three (3) $2,000 scholarships to local high school seniors (Greater Tennessee Valley Region) who will be attending a Trade School, Junior College, and 4-Year University in 2026!
Interested students can fill out the application and submit below and The requirements include:
Must be a High School Senior for the 2025-2026 School Year
One letter of recommendation
One essay (500 words minimum) explaining why you should be a recipient of the scholarship
Application materials are due by Friday, November 21st, at 5:00 p.m.
If you're under the age of 18, you can use your parent or guardian's birthday in the form below. Age is irrelevant to the application, as long as you're a current high school senior
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Search Engines and Scholarship Programs
Search Engines and Scholarship Programs
Scholly – A mobile app that provides students with a fast and simple way to find scholarships for college. (Created by Christopher Gray, a Coca-Cola Scholar!)
American Indian College Fund – Provides Native American students with scholarships and financial support for the nation’s 33 accredited tribal colleges and universities.
American Indian Graduate Center & AIGCS - The largest scholarship providers to Native students in the United States, awarding $15 million in scholarships annually and more than $200 million since inception. For almost 50 years, AIGC has funded students pursing undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees in any field of study at any accredited institution of choice, working with over 500 tribes in all 50 states.
Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund – The nation’s largest non-profit organization devoted to providing college scholarships for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI).
Cappex – A free website where you can learn which colleges want you, before you apply and learn about more than $11 billion in merit aid scholarships.
CashCourse – Information that helps college students stay financially informed.
Chegg – A place to connect with scholarships and learn about colleges.
The College Board Opportunity Scholarships - The program guides juniors and seniors through the college planning process and offers the chance to earn scholarships, from $500 to $40,000, for every action that students complete.
Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation – Educational and scholarship opportunities for students of all levels.
Dell Scholars Program – Recognizes academic potential and determination in students that have a definite need for financial assistance.
Going Merry - A free, one-stop scholarships platform. It matches you with scholarships and then helps you apply directly. It has both local and national scholarships and you can bulk-apply for multiple scholarships, which share similar essay prompts, using one application.
Goizueta Legacy Scholarship - Provides scholarships for the children of Coca-Cola employees.
HS Finder (Hispanic Scholarship Fund) – Scholarship information for Latino students.
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation - A national scholarship provider dedicated to advancing the education of promising students who have financial need. Open to high-achieving high school seniors who seek to attend and graduate from some of the nation's best four-year college and universities.
KnowHow2GO – Complete information on college prep, whether in middle school or seniors.
The NSHSS Foundation - The NSHSS Foundation fosters the growth of students pursuing the STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), business, economics, public policy, and environmental science and sustainability fields. The NSHSS Foundation connects young scholars with additional opportunities to advance their education, personal growth and career interests.
Peerlift - Proven scholarships, internships, summer programs, and more gathered by fellow students like you. (Founded by a team of 2017 Coca-Cola Scholars!) Learn more about the creation of Peerlift.
Reagan Foundation Scholarships - Scholarship opportunities for outstanding student leaders.
Scholar Snapp - A free, simple to use data standard that allows students to reuse their application information - including contact information, essays, transcripts, etc. - from one scholarship application to another thereby streamlining the college scholarship application process.
Scholarships.com– A free college scholarship search and financial aid information.
Scholarship America – Provides information and resources for your scholarship search.
Thurgood Marshall College Fund – Provides scholarships, programmatic and capacity building support to the 47 public Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
UNCF – Awards 10,000 students each year through 400 scholarship and internship programs so that students from low- and moderate-income families can afford college tuition, books and room and board.
Chick-Fil-A
Chick-Fil-A
Community Scholarship
Community Scholarship
Eligibility
Eligibility
Applicants to the Chick-fil-A Community Scholars Program must:
Be 18 years of age by July 15, 2026.
Currently reside* in the United States (U.S.), Puerto Rico, or Canada at time of application and award
Be a current
High school senior/student in their final year of upper or higher secondary school
College/university Undergraduate
Graduate student
ANDPlanning to enroll in full-time undergraduate or graduate study for the 2026-2027 academic year at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university, or vocational-technical school or CEGEP institution
Be involved in community service, extracurricular activities and/or a leadership role in the twelve (12) months prior to application deadline (for example, volunteering for non-profits, helping others less fortunate, tutoring/mentoring, etc.)
Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent)
Be willing to participate in Chick-fil-A’s Scholars Program (a one-year experience of mentoring, activities, and professional development), if selected.
Chick-fil-A employees and dependents/spouses of employees or Operators are not eligible to apply.
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Don't Text and Drive Scholarship
Don't Text and Drive Scholarship
Deadline is September 30th
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Better Business Bureau
Better Business Bureau
Torch Scholarship
Torch Scholarship
Deadline Friday, September 19, 2025 but there is a priority for early submissions.
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The Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. With the 37th class in 2025, the Foundation has provided over 7,000 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $87 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.
Deadline is September 30th
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