Weekly Scholarship

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August 29, 2016

Monthly/Quarterly Sweepstakes & Contests

1. ScholarshipPoints Program (Monthly Drawings)
https://www.scholarshippoints.com/

Varies

DUE 8/31

Many scholarships available for monthly drawings.

HOW IT WORKS: Join Earn points Spend points to enter drawings.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT: 13 years of age Enrolled or will be enrolled in a college or
university.
2. Chegg $1,000 Monthly Scholarship
$1,000
DUE 9/1
http://www.chegg.com/scholarships/chegg-1000-monthly-scholarship-august-2016
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: All high school students at least 16 years of age and are registered Chegg users may participate.
To apply complete entry form and answer question at
http://www.chegg.com/scholarships/chegg-1000-monthly-scholarship-august-2016
3. ScholarshipPoints Program - $10,000 College Scholarship (Quarterly Drawing)
$10,000
DUE 9/15
https://www.scholarshippoints.com/
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT: 13 years of age Enrolled or will be enrolled in a college or
university.
HOW IT WORKS: Earn points Spend points to enter drawings.
4. Varsity Tutors Scholarship Monthly Essay Contest
http://www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship

$1,000

DUE 9/15

Must be 16 years of age to enter contest. Varsity Tutors holds a monthly $1,000 college
scholarship contest where students write an essay in response to a monthly prompt. Visitors
to the Varsity Tutors scholarship webpage are able to vote via social media for submitted
entries. The top five entries with the most votes are reviewed by Varsity Tutors at the end of
the month and one winner is subsequently chosen to receive the $1,000 college scholarship.

AISD Specific Scholarship

1. Mia and Victoria Parton Scholarship (LGBTQ female senior or female parents) $1,000 DUE 11/18
This scholarship is awarded to a LGBTQ female senior graduating from an AISD high school or whose
parents are female LGBTQ.
SUBMIT: AISD Scholarship Application (please download application above) NOTE: No parent or
counselor signature required on application. Also, Counselors do NOT need to complete "FOR OFFICE
USE ONLY" section at the bottom of the first page of the application. Essay (see application for topic
of your choice) Photo Parent contact information. NOTE: Parent will only be contacted with applicant's permission.
EMAIL APPLICATION PACKAGE TO: Ms. Victoria T. Parton at victoria.parton@austinisd.org
DEADLINE: Must be received by 5:00 p.m. on November 18, 2016

Corporate Scholarships
1. Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship

$1,000

DUE 1/30

http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/technology-addiction-awareness-scholarship
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT: High school freshmen, sophomores, juniors, or seniors U.S. citizen or
legal resident.
SUBMIT ONLINE: Application Personal statement that completes this sentence: Instead of spending time with technology, I'd rather... The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists
will be asked to write an essay.
2. Union Plus Scholarship Program

$500- $4,000

DUE 1/31

https://www.unionplus.org/college-education-financing/union-plus-scholarship
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT: High school graduating senior Child of a Union member GPA 3.0
Accepted into a U.S. accredited college, university, community college, technical or trade school at the
time the award is issued.
SUBMIT: Online application Essay ALL required documentation.

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3. Frank Kazmeirczak Memorial Migrant Scholarship

$1,000

DUE 2/1

http://www.migrant.net/migrant/scholarships/kazmierczak.htm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Child of a migrant worker Pursue teaching career Scholastic achievement Financial need.
Please download the application above or via the website.
SUBMIT: Application Two letters of recommendation Official school transcript Personal essay Current or
most recent Migrant Education Certificate of Eligibility.
4. AFA Teens for Alzheimer's Awareness College Scholarship Essay Contest
DUE 2/15

$500 - $5,000

http://www.youngleadersofafa.org/about_new.html
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Graduating high school senior Enter a 4-year college/university U.S. Citizenship or
Permanent Residency.
SUBMIT: Application Autobiography Essay Transcript. A
5. Vegetarian Resource Group College Scholarship Essay

(1) @ $10,000; (2) @ $5,000 ea.

DUE 2/20

http://www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Graduating high school seniors Promoted vegetarianism in your schools and/or
communities.
SUBMIT: Application Essay Copy of transcripts or report cards for the past two years. Three or more recommendations (at least one from teacher) Any documentation related to your promotion of vegetarianism including
photographs, newspaper stories, etc.
6. Buick Achievers Scholarship Program

up to $25,000 per year

DUE 2/29

https://buickachievers.scholarshipamerica.org/reminder/
Opens early 2017. To receive an email notification when the program opens, please complete the online form at:
https://buickachievers.scholarshipamerica.org/reminder/
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: High school seniors Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited
four-year college or university U.S. Citizens and have permanent U.S. residence Plan to major in a specified course
of study that focuses on Engineering/Technology or select Design and Business-related programs of study.

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7. American Chemical Society Scholars Program

Up to $5,000

DUE 3/1

http://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding-and-awards/scholarships/acsscholars.html
The application cycle begins November 1 through March 1 annually.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Graduating high school senior African-American, Hispanic/Latino, or American Indian Financial need U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident Demonstrate high academic achievement in chemistry or science (GPA 3.0, "B" or better) Intend to major in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering or a
chemically-related science OR pursue a degree in chemical technology Planning a career in chemical sciences.
SUBMIT: Online application Official high school transcript or grade report SAT or ACT score report Two
letters of recommendation Copy of Student Aid Report (SAR). Visit website for detailed instructions for submitting
supporting documentation.
8. Texas Department of Transportation Conditional Grant Program $3,000 per semester or $6,000 per academic year,
based on financial need
DUE 3/1
http://www.txdot.gov/government/funding/program-calls/conditional.html
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Graduating high school senior Texas resident eligible to work in the U.S. Economically disadvantaged 3.0 GPA, or 900 on SAT, or 21 on ACT Plan to attend an accredited four-year Texas public or private college or university Seek a four-year degree in civil engineering or a department approved operational business discipline Agree to work for the department for two years immediately following the date of the
students receipt of the baccalaureate degree Not be more than 30 days delinquent in providing child support under a court order or written repayment plan.
SUBMIT: Application Essay Official high school transcript.
9. Create-A-Greeting Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest (9-12 Grades)

$10,000

DUE 3/2

http://www.gallerycollection.com/greetingcardscontests.htm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Grades 9-12 14 years or older at time of entry Legal Residents of the United
States.
ONLINE ENTRY ONLY: Application Upload artwork or photograph in JPEG (.jpg) format.
10. Anthem Essay Contest for 9th & 10th Grade

$30$2,000

DUE 3/29

https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests#anthem-1
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: High school freshmen and sophomores Essay required.
SUBMIT ESSAY: Online or by mail.

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11. HSF Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholarship Programs

$500 - $5,000

DUE 3/30

https://hsf.net/en/scholarships/
Opens January 2017. Join MyHSF to start your profile: https://apply.hsf.net/#/
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund manages various scholarship programs. Each program has its own eligibility criteria,
open/close dates, and required documentation.
See website for list of scholarships: https://hsf.net/en/scholarships/
12. Greater Austin Contractors & Engineers Association Scholarship

(4) @ $5,000 each

DUE 4/1

http://aceatx.com/acea_scholarship.php
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Graduating high school senior Intend to pursue educational opportunities in the
construction and/or engineering career fields Plan to attend college, university, trade, technical or business school.
SUBMIT: Application Essay (300-500 words) Copy of transcript Copy of SAT/ACT scores.
13. Gloria Mattera National Migrant Scholarship Fund

(100) @ $250 each

DUE 4/15

http://www.migrant.net/migrant/scholarships/mattera.htm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Recent history of movement for agricultural employment Scholastic potential Financial need Enrolled in or accepted at an accredited public or private college, technical or vocational school, or a
dropout from high school who shows promise of ability to continue schooling.
SUBMIT: Application Letter of recommendation Personal Essay Proof of enrollment Copy of current or
most recent Migrant Education Program Certificate of Eligibility.
14. The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes

(25) @ $5,000 each

DUE 4/15

http://barronprize.org/apply/
Opens January 2017. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Be between the ages of 8 and 18 Permanent residents of and
currently residing in the U.S.A. Currently working on an inspiring service project or have done so within the past 12
months Working as an individual to lead their service work. The Barron Prize does not accept applications from
large groups of young people.
SUBMIT: Online application Letter/essay Total 3 letters of recommendation Color photo Visual materials
(optional).
15. Fountainhead Essay Contest for 11th and 12th Graders

$50$10,000

https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests#thefountainhead-1
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: High school juniors and seniors Essay required.
SUBMIT ESSAY: Online or by mail.

DUE 4/26

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16. Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest

$50$20,000

DUE 4/28

https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests#overview
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: 12th grader Essay required.
SUBMIT YOUR ESSAY: Online or by mail.

Scholarships
1. Sweet and Simple Scholarship

**NEW SCHOLARSHIP**

$1,500

DUE 2/28

https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/sweet-and-simple-scholarship
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: 13 years of age or older Legal resident of the United States Be currently enrolled
(or enroll no later than the fall of 2023) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education Submit essay
online.
2. Engebretson Foundation Scholarship

**NEW SCHOLARSHIP**

(1) @ $5,000 per semester

DUE 3/1

http://www.engebretsonfoundation.org/application.html
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Graduating high school senior Plan to attend a four year college Financial need
28 composite or higher on the ACT exam (or at least 1240 on the SAT) 3.75 GPA or above and/or top 5% of graduating class Applied for federal financial aid.
SUBMIT: Application Resume Essay Official high school transcript Copy of ACT and/or SAT scores FAFSA
results (Student Aid Report) and/or college funding estimator worksheet First two pages of Federal Form 1040 or
Federal Form 1040A; Federal Form 1040EZ, if applicable College acceptance letters Teacher recommendation.
3. Blacks at Microsoft (BAM) - African American Heritage Scholarship **NEW SCHOLARSHIP** $5,000 DUE 3/1
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/diversity/programs/blacks-scholarships.aspx
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Graduating high-school senior African descent (for example, African American, African, or Ethiopian) Plan to attend a four-year college or university in the fall of the year following high-school graduation Plan to pursue a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or select
business programs (such as finance, business administration, or marketing) Demonstrate a passion for technology
Demonstrate leadership at school or in the community Cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher Require financial assistance to attend college.
FOR FULL DETAILS: You may download the application via the website.
SUBMIT: Application Two letters of recommendation Resume Picture of yourself Official sealed high school
transcript Two Essays.
Mail your completed application and ALL required documentation to: The Seattle Foundation, c/o BAM Scholarship,
1200 5th Avenue, Ste. 1300, Seattle, WA 98101.

Scholarships Due in September

Chegg $1,000 Monthly Scholarship

DUE 9/1

NFBPA - National Forum for Black Public Administrators Scholarship

DUE 9/9

ScholarshipPoints Program - $10,000 College Scholarship (Quarterly Drawing) DUE 9/15

Siemens Competition for Math, Science & Technology

DUE 9/20

Wendy's High School Heisman Award

DUE 9/28

Don't Text and Drive Scholarship

DUE 9/30

Odenza Marketing Group Fall Scholarship

DUE 9/30

Create Real Impact Scholarship Contest (Writing, Art, Music, or Video)

DUE 9/30

Scholarships will help you achieve your dreams!

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