7. March
APPLICATION INFORMATION: Below are the scholarships listed that are due for this month. If the entry is gray, then the current year scholarship has not yet arrived.
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR MARCH
Hazelwood Act - Legacy Act (child of veteran)
Deadline: March 1 - or at/after FAFSA completion-check with university's financial aid office
Award Amount: 150 hours of tuition
Selection Guidelines:
Eligible Veterans may assign unused hours of exemption eligibility to a child under certain conditions.
A child (legacy recipient) must:
Texas resident;
biological child, stepchild, adopted child, or claimed as a dependent
25 years old or younger
Meet the GPA requirements of the institution's satisfactory academic progress policy
For more information, visit https://www.tvc.texas.gov/education/hazlewood/#MIEHkMZq
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Legacy Scholarship
Deadline: March 2
Award Amount: $10,000
Selection Guidelines:
Current or former patient of Scottish Rite for Children Hospital
Information and application are available at https://scottishriteforchildren.org/getattachment/Home/Becoming-Our-Patient/Family-Services/Family-Resource-Center/Legacy-Scholarship/Application-Packet-2022-2023.pdf?lang=en-US
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General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant
Deadline: March 3
Award Amount: $500 - $4,000
Selection Guidelines:
Dependent child of Air Force member
Information and application are available here https://www.afas.org/how-we-help/general-henry-h-arnold-education-grant/
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Trinity Valley Electric Cooperative (TVEC) Scholarship
Deadline: March 5
Award Amount: varies according to # of applicants
Selection Guidelines:
Top 20% of senior class
Parent/legal guardian receive electric service from TVEC at primary residence
Application is available here TVEC Proof of Residency Return to A100
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Imagine America Scholarship
Deadline: March 5
Award Amount: varies according to # of applicants
Selection Guidelines:
Attending a career or technical school listed at www.imagine-america.org/ourschools
2.5+ GPa
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BMW Engineering Scholarship
Deadline: March 6
Award Amount: $1500 renewable to $6000
Selection Guidelines:
GPA 3.75+
90% in both math & critical reading on SAT 1 or composite ACT
Pursue engineering or related science degree
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Horatio Alger National Career & Technical Scholarship
Deadline: March 7
Award Amount: up to $25,000
Selection Guidelines:
Senior at Athens High School
3 areas: Targeted Scholarships ; Career & Technical Scholarships, National Scholarships
Financial need
U. S. citizen
Application is available here: Application is available here: application.horatioalger.org https://scholars.horatioalger.org/about-our-scholarship-programs/
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mrWF/MTI (Midwestern Technical Institute) Scholarship
Deadline: March 9
Selection Guidelines:
Senior interested in a skilled trade at any one of the MTI campuses
Apply at https://midwesttech.edu/mrwf-home/
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Rotary Club of Athens Ron Baugh Scholarship
Deadline: March 12
Award Amount: up to $5,000
Selection Guidelines:
Attending 4 year university
Application is here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tgfyo102ivet_1SlkhPZyiGeMRm9Dzm-/view?usp=sharing
Turn in to Mr. Pike in A100 by Wednesday, March 10 or submit application by mailing or delivering to Anthony Chiles prior to the deadline. Addresses are on the application.
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Rotary Club of Athens Dr. Rip Drumgoole Scholarship
Deadline: March 12
Award Amount :up to $10,000 dependent on # of applicants who apply
Selection Guidelines:
Attending TVCC
Application is here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1h4Qd0-cPvrGjZKilGth8Bcc7HqFiiJYi/view?usp=sharing.
Turn in to Mr. Pike in A100 by Wednesday, March 10 or submit application by mailing or delivering to Anthony Chiles prior to the deadline. Addresses are on the application.
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North & East Texas Press Association (NETPA) Scholarship
Deadline: March 12
Award Amount: $1500.00
Selection Guidelines:
Plan on pursuing major in journalism/communications/photojournalism
Completed application, resume, transcript and letters of recommendation
Submission of clips of published work. Details are within the application.
Application is available here: North & East Texas Press Association Scholarship Application 19.20.pdf
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Dallas Scottish Rite Scholarship
Deadline: March 13
Award Amount: $1000
Selection Guidelines:
High School Senior
Return application and required documents to Mr. Pike (A100) or mail to:
Dallas Scottish Rite Library & Museum
Attn: Scholarship Committee
500 South Harwood Street
Dallas, TX 75201
Scholarship Information: http://dallasscottishrite.org/scholarships/
To Apply: http://dallasscottishrite.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/DSR-Scholarship-Application-Form-2022.pdf
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater North Texas
Deadline: March 15
Award Amount: Varying amounts (have already awarded $2.5M in college scholarship from area seniors)
Selection Guidelines:
Legal US citizen
2.7+ GPA
Visit: www.rmhc.org for information. Apply at: https://rmhcntx.org/scholarships/
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Mary Waddell Memorial Scholarship-TVCC
Deadline: March 15
Award Amount: 1st = $5,000, 2nd & 3rd = $2,000
Selection Guidelines:
Planning on attending TVCC
Passionate about volunteering and community service
Will serve on the Henderson Co United Way Board of Directors as a student representative
Will volunteer and participate at 1 Henderson County United Way organized community event
Will prepare and deliver a speech about community service at the awards luncheon.
Application and information are available here: https://form.jotform.com/210125765232144
========================================================================================.Girls Go CyberStart
Cyber FastTrack (males & females)
Deadline: March 16
Award Amount: total of $2.5 million in scholarships for advanced cyber security training as well as introductions to employers for internships and jobs in the field; 10 scholarships
Selection Guidelines:
Prior cyber security knowledge or IT experience is NOT needed
Register though March 20 when the games begin
Details may be found at girlsgocyberstart.org for girls and at cyber-fasttrack.org .
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Henderson County Retired School Personnel Association (Retired Teachers)
Deadline: March 17
Award amount: $500 (possibly matched by TVCC if attending there)
Selection Guidelines:
Pursuing a degree in education or program in which you will receive teacher certification (including coaching, agriculture, counseling, administration
Paper applications available in A100. More information and the online application is available here:
Henderson County Retired School Personnel Application 20-21.pdf
Turn in completed applications to A100 by deadline.
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GM 2 Foundation
Deadline: March 18
Award Amount: previously $1,500
Selection Guidelines:
3.0+ GPA
Attending a 2-year junior college in the East Texas area
Application is available here: http://www.gm2foundation.org/scholarship-application.html
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Lockheed Martin Scholarship
Deadline: March 22
Award Amount: up to 200 renewable $10,000
Selection Guidelines:
US Citizen
2.5+ GPA
Majoring in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics
Enrolling in 4-year college
Financial need
Application is available here: https://lockheedmartin.com/scholarship
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Northeast County & District Clerk's Association of Texas
Deadline: March 22
Award Amount:
Selection Guidelines:
Senior
Parent or grandparent is an active county or district clerk in the State of Texas
Sincere desire to attend college full time
Grades are considered, but not the only criteria
Any other needs
Application is available here: NCDCAT Application packet
Turn in completed application and required documents to A100.
More information available here: https://www.cdcatexas.com/Info/Scholarships
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TJC (Tyler Junior College) Scholarships - over 250 scholarships
Deadline: March 16
Award Amount: multiple amounts totally more than $2 million; Presidential covers full tuition and fees for 2 years
Selection Guidelines:
Attending TJC in the fall
Have created a TJC student ID and password, received via email 24-48 hours after acceptance
To apply, visit https://tjc.academicworks.com/
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Women In Public Finance -Texas Chapter Scholarship
Deadline: March 23
Award Amount: 2. $1000
Selection Guidelines:
Female
Attending a Texas college/university
3.0+ GPA
Majoring in Public Finance (policy, politics, finance, or business)
Application is available here: https://content.app-sources.com/s/18342988660004972/uploads/Scholarship/TX-WPF_2022_Freshman_Scholarship_Application_Final-3075640.pdf
For questions, contact: 2022scholarships@txwpf.org.
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Athens Masonic Lodge
Deadline: March 23
Award Amount: 2 (1 male and 1 female), $1,000.00
Selection Guidelines:
Senior with a great attitude
Senior who displays persistence and outstanding effort
High GPA is NOT a criteria.
Application is available here: Athens Masonic Lodge Scholarship App 2021.pdf
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Automotive Aftermarket Scholarships Central
Deadline: March 23
Award Amount: over 400 scholarships with varying amounts
Selection Guidelines:
Planning to pursue a career in automotive, heavy duty or collision repair technicians
Application is available at www.automotivescholarships.com/apply_online.cfm
=================================================================Don't Mess with Texas Scholarship
Deadline: March 23
Award Amount:1, $5,000 grand prize; 2, $2000 scholarships
Selection Guidelines:
Planning on attending a college in Texas
Application is available at https://www.dontmesswithtexas.org/education-overview/scholarships/
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Dixie Boys Baseball, Inc. Scholarship
Deadline: March 23
Award Amount: 11, $1,250 cash awards
Selection Guidelines:
Participated in a Dixie Boys or Majors (ages 13 & up)
Complete application and mail: http://youth.dixie.org/Page.asp?n=143845&org=DIXIE
Apply at: http://baseball.dixie.org/Assets/dixie+boys+baseball/pdf/2015+Dixie+Boys+Scholarship+Application.pdf
=================================================================Facing Acne Scholarship
Deadline: March 23
Award Amount: $2,000
Selection Guidelines:
US citizen
3.0 + GPA.
Apply at: https://www.tun.com/blog/facing-acne-scholarship/
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Henderson County A & M Club Scholarship Application
Deadline: March 23
Award Amount: to be determined
Selection Guidelines:
Senior from Henderson County
Attending A&M University
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Tyler Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Scholarship
Deadline: March 24
Award Amount:
Selection Guidelines:
Female
2.5+ GPA
Community service focused
Application is available here: https://tyleralumnaedst.org/
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Just Us Guy's Civic Club of Athens Scholarship
Deadline: March 24
Award Amount: 4, $250.00
Selection Guidelines:
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Turner Maurice Gauntt, Jr. Exemplary Citizen Award
(born in Athens; attended AHS; member of NHS and Key Club; captain of All District football & basketball teams; captain of the Athletic Association; recipient of the Babe Ruth Sportsmanship Award; considered one of the best quarterbacks in Texas; president of the senior class; served is country by attending West Point military academy; commissioned in the Air Force receiving numerous meritorious medals, awards and commendations)
Deadline: March 24
Award Amount: $4,540.00
Selection Guidelines:
Type 250-500 words explaining how you embody these characteristics:
Academic Excellence
Student Body Leadership
Athletic Excellence
Community Service
For more information, visit https://constitutingamerica.org/the-turner-maurice-gauntt-jr-exemplary-citizen-award/ or 20-21 Turner Maurice Gaunt Jr. Exemplary Citizen Award Flyer. Return to A100 by the end of the deadline date to be considered for the AHS nomination. We had an AHS senior receive this in 2015.
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Athens Academic Renaissance Organization (AARO) Scholarship
Deadline: March 25
Award Amount: 5, $1000
Selection Guidelines:
Senior at Athens High School
Based heavily on academic achievements
School/community involvement and/or employment
Financial need is not a consideration.
Application is available here: 2021 AARO Scholarship application.pdf
Return application to Ms. Phillips in A100 by the end of the day 3/25.
Additional steps are required by the office prior to final submission to AARO.
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John A. Mussler, Jr. Scholarship
Deadline: March 25
Award Amount: 1, $1900 or 2, $950
Selection Guidelines:
Senior at Athens High School
Integrity
Good scholarship
Good character
Financial need
Application is available here: Mussler Scholarship App
Return application to Mr. Pike in A100 by the end of the day 3/25.
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IVLA (International Virtual Learning Academy) Scholarship Opportunity
Deadline: March 26
Award Amount: $1,000.00
Selection Guidelines:
2.5+ GPA
Accepted to a 2 or 4 year college or trade school
To apply, visit: https://internationalvla.com/college-scholarship-from-ivla/
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Mary Waddell Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: March 26
Award Amount: $1,000 or $2,000 if attending TVCC
Selection Guidelines:
Prepare and deliver a speech about community service at the Henderson County United Way Awards luncheon
Agree to serve as student representative on the Henderson County United Way Board of Directors
Agree to volunteer and participate at 1 Henderson County United Way organized community event
Apply at https://form.jotform.com/210415476561150. For more information concerning The United Way of Henderson County, visit http://www.unitedwayhc.org/.
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Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarship (replaces the Lilly Enterprises, Inc. - Community Connection Scholarship)
Deadline: March 26
Award Amount: more than $60,000
Selection Guidelines:
Legal U.S resident
2.7+ GPA
For more information, visit https://rmhcntx.org/scholarships/. To apply, visit https://rmhcntx.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/RMHC-Scholarship-Application-2020-2021.pdf Mail completed application to
Jackie Crowder, RMHC of Greater North Texas, 3625 N. Hall St, Suite 1100, Dallas, TX 75219.
If assistance is needed, contact your Pathways teacher.
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Texas Fairs & Events Association Scholarship
Deadline: March 28
Award Amount: $2,000
Selection Guidelines:
Have participated actively in an event of The Park of East Texas, including the East Texas State Fair & Academic Rodeo
Application is available here: https://cdn.saffire.com/files.ashx?t=fg&rid=EastTexasSF&f=2019-ScholarshipApp-fillable.pdf
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Lona Mauk State Farm
Deadline: March 29
Award Amount: 2, $500.00
Selection Guidelines:
3.0+ GPA
Application is available here: Lona Mauk Scholarship.docx
Return to AHS A100 prior to deadline.
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Society of Petroleum Engineers Scholarships for several types of engineers
Deadline: varying dates based on scholarship
Award Amount: dependent on scholarship
Selection Guidelines:
Pursuing an engineering degree
More information is available at https://www.spe.org/en/scholarships/additional-scholarships/