SOSScholarship Opportunities for Seniors

October 20, 2011

SENIORS--DEADLINES APPROACHING Have you applied to any college or university yet? Do you know that Nov. 1 is a major deadline for applications and priority consideration for scholarships at many universities? If you miss the initial deadline date, you will not be considered for many of these scholarships. Be sure that you apply soon and give your counselor plenty of time to complete her portion of the application prior to the Nov. 1 deadline. All parts of the application must be submitted by the November 1st deadline. If you have questions or are having difficulties, please contact your counselor. **COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS** Application and scholarship deadlines are quickly approaching. Seniors are reminded that in order for their college application to be complete, they must complete the following steps: 1. Complete the online college application and submit. 2. Log on to www.docufide.com and send your current transcript to the college(s) to which you have applied. 3. Log on to College and Career Connections and add the college(s) to which you have applied. Seniors should be sure to complete their college application and Docufide/Parchment request at least two weeks prior to the institutions deadline. If the transcripts are not requested through Docufide/Parchment, counselors do not know that you have applied and thus cannot submit their required information. If you are having difficulty accessing Docufide/Parchment, please see your counselor as soon as possible. . GENERAL INFORMATION 1. Johnson County residents only: Thanks to a grant sponsored by the Johnson County Community Foundation, residents of Johnson County can participate in the free and confidential College Costs Estimator Service. This service is conducted by The National Center for College Costs and it is an extremely good program. You can complete the online Estimator form and submit it to The National Center for College Costs. This program will allow you to communicate with experts in the financial field to help you understand your familys financial aid for college. Connect to www.indianacollegecosts.org and create an account. Click Sign Up in the top right hand corner of the web page. Fill in the information and click I accept. Create my account. Click on Create a new Estimator. Read the terms of agreement and click Get Started. When finished entering data, click Submit your Estimator. Please submit ASAP, but no later than Friday, October 14, 2011. You College Costs Estimator report will be mailed to you, emailed to you, or brought to the workshop on Dec. 6, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. at Central Nine Career Center. If you have questions, please contact the National center for College Costs toll free at 877-687-7291 or email info@collegecosts.com. This is a reputable organization and if you live in Johnson County, I highly recommend taking advantage of this free and confidential service. (Mary Hall, College Counselor) 2. Indiana University will not only super-score both the SAT and ACT for admission consideration but they will also super-score both tests for scholarship consideration. If you submit your application by Nov. 1,

you may submit updated SAT or ACT scores by January 15, 2012 for reconsideration of the automatic academic scholarships. The IU Prestige Scholarship requires a 3.7 gpa (on the transcript) and either an ACT of 27+ or 1220+ on the SAT. Dont miss out on this opportunity. 3. Washington University in St. Louis will host a National Portfolio Day on their campus on Sunday, October 30, 2011 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The portfolio review will be held in the Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts. Representatives from a variety of colleges will be available to review your artwork, discuss their programs, and answer questions about professional careers in art. There is a handout of information about what to bring and the location of the facility in the guidance carousel. This is a free service and open to the public. You do not need to pre-register. 4. Indiana State Universitys offers undergraduate degrees in music education, music business, performance and composition. They will host two music career days on Nov. 7 and Feb. 10th. Additionally, they will host auditions for admission and scholarship consideration on Nov. 7, Jan. 23, Feb. 10, Feb. 11 and Feb. 20th. For more information contact the School of Music at 812-237-2771 4. The priority deadline for applications to Indiana University is November 1st. Complete applications submitted by this date will receive consideration for Automatic Academic Scholarship consideration. NEW SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 1. Butler University STEM Scholars Program is available to students who plan to major in a STEM field: biology, biomedical engineering, chemistry, computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, mechanical engineering, physics, or software engineering. Submit an application for admission by Feb. l, 2012 and submit the FAFSA by March 1st. Finalist will need to submit a letter of recommendation from a science or math teacher, provide a written lab report or research paper, and participate in an on-campus discovery session.
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Ball State University offers the Miller Scholars Program for students planning to pursue a business major. Ten scholarships are awarded annually and can be renewed for three years. Requirements: 3.82 core gpa, SAT average 1850+ (all three tests) or ACT 28, and honors or AP courses. The program seeks students who are curious about the how and why of particular topics and are eager to pursue knowledge. All application materials must be received by Jan. 31, 2012. More information: www.bsu.edu/business/millerscholars. Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio offers $10,000 awards for non-majors in dance, music, theater, and studio art. Audition and portfolio submissions required. Additionally for majors in dance, music, and theater there are full-tuition awards. For more information: admission.case.edu Fall open house is November 11, 2011. The following universities offer a co-op scholarship: Drexel University (PA), Johnson & Wales University, Kettering (MI), Rochester Institute of Technology (NY), University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Wentworth Institute of Technology. Deadline is Feb. 15, 2012 and students must have a 3.5/4.0 gpa and complete all admissions requirements. For more information and to submit an application: www.co-op.edu Transcripts and recommendations are not required. The number of monetary awards will vary by institution but there are at least 15 awards at each school. Please know that many institutions offer co-op opportunities. AXA offers two different scholarships. The AXA Achievement Community Scholarship in association with U. S. News & World Report is due by Dec. 1 and is based on ambition and drive, determination to set and reach goals, respect for self, family and community, and ability to succeed in college. The deadline is Feb. 1, 2012. More information is available at www.axa-achievement.com

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Spalding University in Louisville offers scholarships in the amount of $1500 to $14,500 for a specific gpa and test score. The scores and gpa range from a 2.3 and 16 ACT for a $1,500 award to a 3.9 gpa and 30+ ACT for an award of up to $14,500. These are automatic scholarships with an application. Additionally, students can apply for 80 different Spalding Endowed Scholarship via one application which becomes available in February. The Endowed Scholarships are renewable annually and range from $1,500 to $2,000. www.spalding.edu The McDermott Scholars Program at the University of Texas in Dallas offers tuition, room and board, international travel, internships and research options. This is an amazing program. The deadline is quickly approaching but if you would like more information: http://www.utdallas.edu/mcdermott/ College of Mount St. Joseph offers several scholarships including: a. Elizabeth Seton Scholarship: 30-36 ACT or 1330+ SAT with 3.0 gpa earns $13,000 award b. Elizabeth Seton Scholarship: 30-36 ACT or 1330+ SAT with 3.5 gpa earns $14,000 award c. Presidential Scholarship: 26-29+ ACT or 1170+ SAT with 3.0 gpa earns $11,500 award d. Presidential Scholarship: 26-29+ ACT or 1170+ SAT with 3.5 gpa earns $12,500 award e. Trustee Scholarship: 24-25+ ACT or 1090+ SAT with 3.0 gpa earns $10,500 award f. Trustee Scholarship: 24-25+ ACT or 1090+ SAT with 3.5 gpa earns $11,500 award g. Deans Scholarship: 22-23+ ACT or 1020+ SAT with 3.0 gpa earns $9,500 award h. Deans Scholarship: 22-23+ ACT or 1020+ SAT with 3.5 gpa earns $10,500 award i. Merit Award: 20-21+ ACT or 940+ SAT with 3.0 gpa earns $8,500 award j. Merit Award: 20-21+ ACT or 940+ SAT with 3.5 gpa earns $9,500 award k. MSJ Opportunity Award: 3.25 gpa earns $8,000 award l. MSJ Opportunity Award: 2.75 gpa earns $6,000 award m. Schmidlapp Scholarshipfemale student based on academic talent majoring in biology, chemistry or math--$5,000 award n. Saint Mary Lea Scholarshipacademic talent and apply by Jan. 31--$2,000 award o. Moore-Eckel Scholarshipacademic talent and major in education, business or art. $1,500 p. Sisters of Charity Scholarshipacademic talent with application by Jan. 31--$1,000 q. Band Awardparticipation in band--$500 to $1,000

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PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED SCHOLARSHIPS 1. IUPUI Scholarships. IUPUI offers several excellent scholarships including the Bepko, Plater and Herbert Presidential. The deadline for these scholarships is Nov. 15, 2011 and there is a separate application for each of the awards. Awards range from $8,000 a year for four years to full tuition for undergraduate and graduate work. Bepkohttp://honorscollege.iupui.edu/scholarships/bepko Platerhttp://honorscollege.iupui.edu/scholarships//plater/ Herberthttp://honorscollege.iupui.edu/scholarships/herbert Additional IUPUI scholarships can be found at http://www.iupui.edu/~scentral/ 2. University of Indianapolis scholarships: www.uindy.edu

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a. Presidentialup to full tuition; A gpa, SAT 1300+ or ACT 29+, apply before Jan. lst b. Distinguished Deans Scholarship: $10,500-$15,500; B+ average, 1200+ SAT or 27+ ACT c. U.S. Senator Richard G. Lugar Academic Recognition Awards: $6,000-$9,000, strong grades and challenging college prep curriculum d. Community Service Leadership Award: $10,000, B or above, challenging curriculum, SAT 1100+ or 24+ ACT and demonstrate leadership thru community service at school, church or in community. A separate application is required. e. Alumni Scholarship: $10,000 with a B gpa, challenging college prep curriculum, SAT 1100+ or 24+ ACT, leadership potential and nomination form completed by alum. Feb. lst deadline and separate application required. f. Departmental scholarships (stackable with above merit aid) range from $1,000 to half tuition and include: art, chemistry, speech team, nursing, music, business, social sciences (psychology), theology, theatre, and Methodist grants. DePaul University (IL) scholarships: www.depaul.edu/scholarships a. Presidential Scholarship: $15,500 renewable and most selective scholarship b. Schmitt Scholarshipneed and merit c. Deans Scholarship--$12,000-$12,500exceptional level of achievement based on gpa and test scores d. DePaul Scholars Award--$10,000-$11,500strong academic credentials e. St. Vincent de Paul Scholarship--$3,000-$7,000strong academic credentials f. School of Accountancy Scholarshipmajor in accounting; renewable; must file FAFSA g. Community Service and Leadership Scholarships--$8,500demonstrated community involvement and/or leadership h. Talent Scholarships: $2,000-$15,000art, music performance, theatre performance, theatre design, and theatre studies. University of Kentucky competitive scholarships: a. The Flagship Scholarship: 26-27+ ACT or SAT 1170-1240+ with 3.3 unweighted gpa ($3,000) and this is an automatic scholarship b. The Provost Scholarship: ACT 28+ or SAT 1250+ with 3.3 unweighted gpa ($3,000); automatic c. Singletary Scholarshiptuition, R&B, annual $1,500 stipend (application required) and 31+ ACT, 1360+ SAT and 3.75 unweighted gpa. Tests cores will not be super-scored on scholarships d. Presidential Scholarship: 31+ ACT, 1360+ SAT, 3.75 gpa unweightedapplication required and this scholarship covers the cost of in-state tuition e. National Excellence Scholarship31+ ACT, 1360+ SAT, 4.75 gpa unweightedapplication-$4,500/year Marquette University (WI): Marquette.edu/scholarships a. Ignatius Scholarship: Freshman scholars are selected based on academics, scores, leadership and community service; up to $14,000 with Dec. 1 deadline b. Departmental Competition Scholarships-http://www.marquette.edu/explore/scholarships_competitions.shtml c. Burke Scholarship: http://www.marquette.edu/explore/scholarships_burke.shtml Exceptional commitment to community and service to others; full tuition Truman State University (MO) offers automatic freshman scholarships as well as a Bulldog Legacy Scholarship, Midwest Student Exchange Program, and the Pershing Scholarships. Apply by Dec. lst. For more information http://financialaid.truman.edu Indiana Wesleyan University; Add points from high school gpa (weighted) to points earned for ACT/SAT. A minimum value in each category must be met in order to receive a scholarship. Additionally, every freshman who files the FAFSA by March 10 of their senior year will receive between $2,000-$9,000 in financial aid. Talent awards (music, art, theatre and athletics) are also available. GPA 3.40 3.50 Points 1 2 SAT/ACT 1100/24 1130/25 Total 2-3 points 4-5 points Amount $3,000/year $3,500/year

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8. Benedictine University (IL) offers an automatic $1500 scholarship to graduates of Catholic high schools. For more information: www.ben.edu/springfield 9. Lewis UniversityTalent (music, art and theatre), athletic and academic scholarships ranging from $2,000 to $11,000 are available. www.lewisu.edu/scholarships 10. Butler University offers Freshman Academic Scholarships (deadline Nov. 15) that range from $6000$15,000 and the Morton Finney Leadership Program (deadline Nov.15) with awards ranging from $1,000 to $12,000 annually. For more information www.butler.edu 11. Southeastern University (FL) offers scholarships from $500 to $7,000: SAT Score 1490-1710 1720-1940 1950-2400 ACT Score 21-24 25-28 29-36 4.0 GPA $3-5,000 $5-7,000 $7,000 3.8 GPA $3-5,000 $5-7,000 $7,000 3.5 GPA $3-5,000 $5-7,000 $7,000 3.2 GPA $3,000 $3-5,000 $5-7,000 3.0 GPA $3,000 $3-5,000 $5-7,000 Additional Southeaster University Scholarships a. Honors Program--$2500 added to other scholarship/s b. Chancellors Scholars: $7,500 c. Presidents Scholars: $5,500 d. Regents Scholars: $3,500 e. Quest Scholars: $4,500 f. Journey Scholars: $4,500 g. Venture Scholars: $1,500 h. National Merit (any): Varies i. Performance Awards: music, theatre/drama, music tour team, athletic 12. Ball State University offers an art scholarship based on a portfolio review at their annual Open House on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012. To register for the portfolio review: www.bsu.edu/art/openhouse Additional information on portfolio expectations is available from Mrs. Hall in the guidance area or Mr. Stratton, art teacher. 13. Indiana State University offers the Gongaware Scholars Program. It is available to students who have demonstrated leadership, have earned a 1500/2400 on the SAT and have earned a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. Students who are interested in financial services or insurance should consider applying for this Scholarship. Students will receive a $30,000 scholarship, personal laptop computer, and a $3,000 professional development account. Additionally, you will have a professional mentor and excellent opportunities for outstanding internships, jobs, and networking opportunities. Interested students should talk with their counselor by Oct. 13, 2011 in order for your counselor to nominate you by the deadline. Please note: we currently have a student in this program and he has very positive things to say about the program. 14. Trine University announces their scholarships: a. Presidents Scholarship: 3.9 gpa with ACT 27+ or SAT 1220+ awards $14,000/year b. Distinguished Scholarship: 3.7 gpa with 25+ ACT or 1130+ SAT awards $12,500/year c. Deans Scholarship: 3.5 gpa with 23+ ACT or 1055+ SAT awards $11,000/year d. University Scholarship: gpa of 3.2 with 21+ ACT or 980+ SAT awards $9,5000/year

Discovery Award: 2.7 gpa with 19+ ACT or 920+ SAT awards $5,500/year Legacy Award: $2,000/year Activity Award (music, choir, cheerleading): $1,000/year Boys & Girls State Tuition Award: $2,000/year Invitation only scholarships include: 1) Bateman Kolb Scholarship: 4.0 gpa with 27+ ACT or 1230+ SAT awards full tuition 2) Allen School of Engineering & Technology, Franks School of Education, Ketner School of Business and Jannen School of Arts & Science: 4.0 with 27+ ACT or 1230+ SAT awards $19,500/year 3) Trustee Scholarship: 4.0 with 28+ ACT or 1230 SAT awards $15,500/year 15. The Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) announces its fourth annual Freedom in Academica student essay contest. Students are invited to write an in-depth essay explaining why free speech and First Amendment rights are crucial to higher education and how abuses of these rights harm the college experience. The essay must be 800-1000 words in length. Deadline is Nov. 5, 2011. Winning entry earns $5,000 scholarship. More information at www.thefire.org/contests 16. Essay contests are listed in the Document library of College and Career Connections. 17. Interested in James Madison University in VA? JMU offers more than 400 one to four year scholarship to incoming students. For more info on scholarships: www.jmu.edu/admissions/scholarships/ 18. University of Louisvilles National Scholars Award is a $10,000 scholarship for out-of-state students who have a gpa of 3.35/4.0, 26+ ACT or 1170+ SAT. No separate application is required. The deadline to apply is Feb. 15. 19. Miami University (OH) offers the following scholarships based on tests and gpa: a. 30+ ACT or 1330+ SAT and 3.7+ gpa earns $40,000 ($10,000/year) b. 28-29 ACT or 1250-1320 SAT and 3.7+ gpa earns $28,000 ($7,000/year) c. 26 or 27 ACT or 1170-1240 SAT and 3.7+ gpa earns $18,000 ($4,500/year) Please note that Miami will only accept official scores from the testing agencies. They consider the highest ACT composite but they will superscore the SAT results. 20. Millikin University (IL) offers the following scholarships: (more information in guidance carousel) a. Presidential Scholarship27+ ACT/1200+ SAT and 4.0 gpafull tuition b. Millikin Merit ScholarshipStudentss profile demonstrates potential for contributing to campus life--$5,000-$13,000 c. Long-Vandrburg-Cat ScholarshipHonors students who have demonstrated an interest in bringing diversity to the community. This is a $2,000 award. d. Leighty Science Scholarship--$2,000 award to student majoring in biology, chemistry, physics or pre-engineering. e. Service Learning ScholarshipDemonstrated commitment to community serviceseparate application and up to $2,000 anually. f. Fine Arts Talent AwardsArt, music, theatre or dance scholarship based on talent demonstrated at time of audition. $500 to $4,000 annually. 21. Audition dates for the Illinois Wesleyan Universitys School of Music are: Oct. 10, Nov. 5, Jan. 14, Feb. 4, Feb. 18 and March 3rd. Music majors can qualify for renewable scholarships ranging from $8,000-$19,000 per year. There are a limited number of Directors Scholarships at $30,000+ per year. Non-Music majors may qualify for the renewable Jennings Scholarship which is worth $500 per year plus free lessons. To schedule a visit and/or audition, contact Laura Dolan, Music Admissions Coordinator at 309-556-3063 or ldolan@iwu.edu 22. Otterbein University (OH) offers the following scholarships: a. Dunlap, Coldiron, and Thompson Full Tuition Awardsuperior scholarship and leadership b. Presidents Scholar Award4.0 gpa, 28+ ACT or 1260+ SAT worth $14,000 c. Trustee Scholar Award3.75, 25+ ACT, 1150+ SAT worth $12,500 d. Deans Scholar Award3.4 gpa, 22+ ACT, 1050+ SAT worth $11,000 e. Alumni Scholar Award3.0 gpa, 20+ ACT or 1000+ SAT worth $5,000

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f. Cardinal Science Scholars Award--$6,000pursuing chemistry, biochemistry, physic or engineering. There is a separate application for this award. g. Ammons-Thomas Award ranges from $500 to $5,000 to qualified students of color h. Talent Awards range from $500 to $4,000 for students majoring in music, communication, theatre, art and based on demonstrated talent. i. Community Service Awards of $1,5000 to students who have demonstrated commitment to service and scholarship. 23. Saint Michaels College in VT offers a $20,000 (over four years) scholarship Edmundite Scholarship to students who graduate from a Catholic high school. Applications and nomination forms must be received by Feb. 1, 2012. There is additional information in the guidance carousel or from your counselor. 24. Eastern Illinois University is offering the University Honors Program $2000 Scholarship to Roncalli students. With an ACT of 26+ and a 3.5 gpa (and an application for admission), students qualify for this award. EIU also offers the Presidential Scholars Award based on ACT of 28+ and a separate application. For more information http://www.eiu.edu/honors 25. Elks Scholarships are now available in the guidance carousel or on-line: www.elks.org/enf/scholars. a. The Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship is based on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. The deadline is Dec. 2, 2011 and all supporting material must be submitted in its entirety to the local Elks Lodge chair: Randy Rolls, Scholarship Chairman, Indianapolis Elks Lodge #13 10398 Glenn Abbey Lane, Fishers, IN 46037 b. The Elks Legacy Award is available to a child or grandchild of a living Elk who joined the Order on or before April 1, 2009 or a charter member of a Lodge instituted on or after April 1, 2009. The Elk must be a paid-up member through March 13, 2012. Great grandchildren are not eligible. c. Elks Emergency Education Fund Grants are available to provide financial assistance of deceased or totally disabled Elks. Grant amounts may be up to $4,000 based on information submitted in the application. d. Elks Vocational Scholarship is available at www.indianaelks.org 26. Catholic University of Americas scholarships include: a. Archdiocesan Scholarshipfull tuition for four yearscandidates must have a minimum 3.8/4.0 gpa, SAT 1450+ or ACT of 32+, and a strong personal profile shown through leadership experience and extracurricular activities b. University Academic Scholarships based on gpa and test scores c. Parish Scholarshipup to $3,000 d. Family Grant$2,000--for two or more dependent children of the same family concurrently registered as full time students. 27. Are you considering a major in health, physical education, recreation or dance? You may want to apply for the Indiana Association for HPERD Scholarship. Deadline is December 1st. Applications are on-line at www.inahperd.org. 28. University of Evansville scholarships include: a. Scouting Scholarship--$14,000-$15,000 annually. Apply and be admitted to UE with GPA of 3.5+, ACT 23+ or SAT 1530+. Visit campus by April and complete the FAFSA by March 10th. b. Academic Scholarship--$9,500-$16,500 per year based on gpa and ACT or SAT c. National Merit Finalistsfull tuition d. National Merit Semifinalists--$20,000 e. Fine and Performing Arts Scholarship--$9,500-$16,500audition or portfolio required f. Alumni Scholarship--$500-$2,000Alumni Association award with essay and interview g. Legacy Scholarship--$500for children, grandchildren and great grandchildren of graduates h. Music Ensemble Participation Grant--$500based on audition with music department i. Dean and Trustee Scholarships--$16,000-$20,000based on gpa, test scores and invitation to campus interview 29. Earlham College offers the Presidential Honors Scholarship to students earning the Academic Honors Diploma and a 21 ACT or 1000 SAT. This is $10,500 per year.

30. Lewis University (IL) offers talent (music, art and theatre), athletic and academic scholarships ranging from $2,000 to $11,000. www.lewisu.edu/scholarships 31. Butler University offers Freshman Academic Scholarships that range from $6,000-$15,000 and the Morton Finney Leadership Program with awards ranging from $1,000 to $12,000 annually. For more information: www.butler.edu Most have November deadlines. 32. IUPUI has an amazing list of scholarships at www.iupui.edu/~scentral Varying deadlines. 33. Gannon University in Pennsylvania offers the following: http://gannon.edu/financialaid/scholarships.asp a. Catholic High School Grantgraduate from US Catholic high school--$1,000 b. Presidential Scholarshipfull tuitionapply and be accepted by Dec. 15 and then invited to compete in a scholarship competition c. Founders Scholarshipup to $15,000 (as Presidential) d. Academic Excellence Award--$13,000-$13,500based on grades and test scores (as Presidential) e. University Scholars Award--$11,000academic merit and ACT/SAT results f. Provost Achievement Award--$8,000-$10,000academic merit and test results g. Maroon & Gold Award--$3,000-$5,000academic merit and test results h. Academic Competition held at Fall Open House range from $500 to $3,000 in the areas of Chemistry, Education, Biology, Business, Engineering, Communication and Language Arts, and Social Science. i. Schuster Memorial Music Award--$1,000-separate application based on musical talent demonstrated by instrumental performance audition at Spring Open House j. Schuster Patron of the Arts Scholarship--$1,000separate application and awarded to students involved in the arts. Feb. 15 deadline. 34. Valparaiso University Scholarships: a. Founders Scholarship: Full tuition, competitive, Dec. 1 deadline b. Board of Directors Scholarship: Commitment to leadership and service; $16,000-$20,500/year c. Presidential Scholarship: automatically considered with application; $10,000-$14,000 d. Honors Award: GPA, Test scores and 7th semester transcript by Feb. 15; $9,000-$12,000 e. Alumni Heritage Award: Parent attended VU and automatically considered with application 35. Vincennes University offers an Honors Program with a specialized honors curriculum, housing grants, and a $500 scholarship. Interested students should have a minimum SAT writing of 530 or verbal ACT score of 25. A separate application and more information is available on the website: www.vinu.edu. Look under Future students, click on Honors Program and download the application. 36. Purdue University Scholarships a. Trustees Scholarship--$10,000; Up to 100 scholarships available to students with exceptional academic achievement, leadership, 3.0+ gpa and must apply by Nov. 15th. Renewable with a 3.0 Purdue gpa. b. Presidential Scholarship--$4,000-$8,000; number awarded annually varies; high academic achievement, leadership, service, school involvement, 3.0+ gpa and must apply by Nov. 15th. Renewable with a 3.0 Purdue gpa. c. Marquis Scholarship--$2,000/year and considers financial need as measured by the FAFSA. This is a renewable award with a 2.65 Purdue gpa. Again, must apply by Nov. 15th. d. The School of Agriculture has many scholarships, please consult: http://www.ag.purdue.edu/oap/Lists/Scholarships/coa.aspx 37. St. Louis Universitys Honors Program candidate should have an ACT of 30+ or SAT of 1330+ with a gpa of 3.8. A separate application is required with a priority deadline of Dec. 1st. Additionally, two letters of recommendation and a writing sample are required. 38. Vincennes University offers multiple scholarships in many disciplines. For a complete listing, please consult www.vinu.edu/scholarships where electronic applications are available. Paper applications are also available in the guidance area. 39. University of Dayton scholarships are automatic and include: a. Trustees ScholarshipA average with 31-36 ACT or 1410-1600 SAT for $55,000 over 4 years

b. Presidents ScholarshipB+ average with 29-36 ACT or 1280-1600 SAT worth $45,000 to $65,000 over four years c. Deans ScholarshipB average with 24-28 ACT or 1090-1270 SAT for $36,000 to $55,000 over four years d. Father ChaminadeB average with 21-23 ACT or 1000-1080 SAT worth $25,000 to $40,000 over four years 40. Hope College in Michigan offers substantial merit-based scholarships. Applications for admission serve as the application for scholarships. The deadline is Feb. 15th. www.hope.edu/admissions/scholarship/academic.html Hope also offers awards in visual arts, dance, music, creative writing and theatre. Auditions or submission of appropriate materials is required. For more information: www.hope.edu/admissions/scholarship/daa.html 41. Saint Louis University offers several special and selective programs including those below. For more information apply to SLU by Dec. and visit admission.slu.edu for more information. a. Honors ProgramACT of 30+ OR SAT 1330 with 3.8 unweighted GPA. Apply by Dec. 1st with two letter of recommendation and the honors application. Honors application at slu.edu/departments/honors b. Medical Scholars ProgramACT of 30+ or 1330+ SAT and A grades in math and science courses. There is a separate Medical Scholars application at admission.slu.edu. Deadline is Dec. lst. c. Pre-Law Scholars ProgramACT of 28+ or SAT 1250+ and A grades in history, social studies and English. Apply by Feb. 1 and complete the Pre-Law Scholars application at admission.slu.edu d. Accounting Scholars ProgramACT of 30+ OR SAT of 1330 with GPA of 3.6 (weighted or unweighted) Dec. 1 deadline and Accounting Scholars Program application at admission.slu.edu e. Cook Business Scholars ProgramACT of 30+ OR SAT of 1330 with high school gpa of 3.75. 42. Indiana State Universitys merit scholarship information at www.indstate.edu/scholarships There is a priority deadline of being admitted (not applying) by Dec. 1, 2011. Free application during the month of September. 43. Indiana University offers the Jesse H & Beulah Chanley Cox Research Scholars Program to high school students who have demonstrated exemplary achievement and who are interested in working under the direction of a faculty mentor on research and scholarly activities. This scholarship has a total value of more than $60,000 over four years and provides funds for tuition, fees, books, room and board, and includes a research stipend. Visit scholarships.indiana.edu for more information 44. St. Mary-of-the-Woods College offers the following automatic scholarship: a. Trustee Scholarship of up to $11,000/year with a 3.8 gpa and an 1160 SAT or 25 ACT OR with a 3.2 gpa an SAT of 1400 *CR + M) or 31 ACT. b. Presidential Scholarship of up to $9,000/year with a 3.5 gpa and 1040 SAT or 22 ACT OR with a 3.0 gpa and a 1240 SAT or 28 ACT. c. Deans Scholarship of up to $7,000/year with a 3.3 gpa and an 880 SAT or 18 ACT OR with a 2.8 gpa and a 1080 SAT or 23 ACT. d. Woods Scholarship of up to $5,000/year with a 2.9 gpa and an 880 SAT or 16 ACT OR with a 2.6 gpa and a 920 SAT or 19 ACT. e. Saint Mother Theodore Guerin Scholarship (by separate application) is also available for up to $20,000/year. Interested students must apply for admission and the scholarship by January 1, 2012. For more information on this scholarships, please visit: www.smwc.edu 45. Vincennes University scholarship link: http://www.vinu.edu/cms/opencms/student_services/financial_aid/scholarships.html 46. Indiana University offers selective scholarships in many disciplines. The link for these awards is:

http://scholarships.indiana.edu/scholarships/selective/index.php 47. Ball State University offers multiple scholarships at this link: https://sitecorecms.bsu.edu/AdmissionsLanding/ScholarshipsandFinancialAid/TypesofAid/Scholarships/ BallStateScholarships.aspx 48. Johnson County residents are eligible to apply for the Johnson County REMC Scholarship if they are members of the co-op. In addition to the application, there is an essay. Applications are available at: http://jcremc.com/community-outreach/scholarship/scholarship-information January deadline. 49. The Indiana Jaycee Senate Scholarship: This award is available to high school seniors to win a $1,000 scholarship. Students who will be seniors during the 2011-2012 school year are eligible to fill out the application. Deadline for application is Nov 30, 2011.Please contact Kyle Wright at k-w-4@hotmail.com or 219-866-86586 with questions or a request for the application. 50. Coca Cola Scholars Program: Deadline is Oct. 31 www.coca-colascholars.org 51. The Imagine America Scholarship is a $1,000 award open to students who will be applying to career schools. Applying for this educational scholarship is easy! Submit an application online at: http://www.imagine-america.org/highschoolscholarships. Candidates should have a minimum gpa of 2.5, demonstrate voluntary community service during the senior year, and have financial need. 52. Link to college scholarship sites: a. IUPUI: http://www.iupui.edu/~scentral/freshman/inmajorspecific.html b. Saint Josephs College: www.saintjoe.edu c. Ohio State Universitys National Buckeye Scholarship: http://www.sfa.osu.edu/scholarships/index.asp?tab=b d. Miami of Ohio: http://www.units.muohio.edu/sfa/scholar/Miami.htm e. Ball State University: http://cms.bsu.edu/AdmissionsLanding/ScholarshipsandFinancialAid/TypesofAid/Scholarships.aspx f. Butler University: http://www.butler.edu/financial-aid/prospective-freshmen/merit-talent-awards g. Franklin College: http://www.franklincollege.edu/financial-aid/scholarships h. Indiana University: http://scholarships.indiana.edu/scholarships/index.php i. Indiana Wesleyan University: http://www.indwes.edu/Financial-Aid/Undergraduate/Scholarships/ j. Purdue University: http://www.purdue.edu/dfa/sandg/purdue.php k. University of Indianapolis: http://www.uindy.edu/financial-aid-for-new-students/grants-and-scholarships l. Ohio State University: http://www.sfa.osu.edu/scholarships/index.asp?tab=b m. Miami University (Ohio) Harrison Scholarship: http://www.cas.muohio.edu/honors/honors/harrison.html