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GENERAL SCHOLARSHIPS-2008-2009
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| Name | Amount | Selection Criteria | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elder & Leemaur Publishers "Challenge the Experts" Scholarship | $10,000 | Juniors & Seniors Max 500 word essay on topic on sponsor's website | July 0st |
| WEBSITE: | www.elpublishers.com/ | ||
| The Harold E Ennes Youth Scholarship | $1,000 - $3,000 | Seniors who have a serious interest in pursuing a career in broadcast engineering or closely related field | July 1st |
| WEBSITE: | http://www.sbe.org/edu_ennes_scholarships.php | ||
| Leonardo Da Vinci Scholarship | $1,500 | Students ages 16-25 Min 500 word essay about Leornardo Visit website for details | July 15th |
| WEBSITE: | www.leonardo-davinci.org/ | ||
| CosmoGIRL of the Year Scholarship | $20,000 | Available to female students between the age of 11-25. Must submit an essay of 300 words or less telling why you qualify to be the CosmoGIRL! of the Year. | July 26th |
| WEBSITE: | www.cosmogirl.com/lifeadvice/project-2024/cg-of-the-year | ||
| Cool It! Challenge | $10,000 | Academic contest open to middle- and high-school students in Connecticut. To enter, you must form a team and create a local climate change solution plan. This plan must then be put into action and the results submitted to the contest organizers. See website for details | varies |
| WEBSITE: | www.coolitchallenge.org/ | ||
| Ayn Rand Institute: Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest | $50 - $10,000 | Open to undergraduate students. To participate, you must read the novel and write an essay on a selected topic that can be found on the Web site. | September 17th |
| WEBSITE: | www.aynrand.org/contests/atlas.html | ||
| AES Engineers Scholarship | $500 | You must demonstrate character, personal merit, commitment, leadership in school, civic and extracurricular activities, academic achievement and motivation to serve and succeed to be eligible for this award. An essay is required. | September 21th |
| WEBSITE: | www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm | ||
| Friends of the Stamford Symphony | First prize-$20,000 Second prize- $500 | Competition for solo instrumentalists, pianists and vocalists Continue music studies on college level | September 26th |
| WEBSITE: | |||
| The Miss Connecticut Teen USA Pageant | $1,000 | Entrants must be between 15 and 19 yrs old | September 29th |
| WEBSITE: | www.missconnecticutusa.com | ||
| Admission Facts Scholarship | $1,000 | GPA 2.0+ Essay required-see website | September 30th |
| WEBSITE: | www.admissionfacts.com/Scholarhip.html | ||
| Siemens Competition | $1,000 - $100,000 | Comprised of an individual competition and a team competition. The individual competition is open to seniors who will graduate no later than September 1, 2009. The team competition consists of two to three members from any level in high school. Individual and team entries will receive separate awards. You must submit a research project in science, mathematics, engineering, technology, or any combinations of these disciplines. U.S. Citizenship or permanent residency is required. | October 1st |
| WEBSITE: | www.collegeboard.com/siemens | ||
| Arts Recognition and Talent Search | Talent in dance, jazz, music, photography, theater, visual arts, voice or writing. | October 1st | |
| WEBSITE: | www.ARTSawards.org | ||
| Outstanding Students of America | $1,000 | GPA-3.0+ Participative in community/school involvement | October 10th |
| WEBSITE: | www.outstandingstudentsofamerica.com | ||
| Horatio Alger National Scholarship Program | $20,000 | Citizen of US. Involved in school and community activities Min. GPS 2.0 Financial need critical | October 30th |
| WEBSITE: | www.horatioalger.org/scholarships | ||
| Coca Cola Scholars | 50-$20,000 200-$10,000 | Min GPA- 3.0 actively involved in school and community | October 31st |
| WEBSITE: | www.coca-colascholars.org | ||
| National Association of Secondary School Principals | Not monetary | Students demonstrating outstanding community service Nomination required | October 31st |
| WEBSITE: | |||
| UCONN: Nutmeg Scholarship | Full tuition | CT Resident and enroll at UCONN Nominated a National Merit Semifinalist, a National Achievement Finalist or a National Hispanic Recognition Finalist SAT-1300+ and GPA 3.5+ | November 1st |
| WEBSITE: | http:admissions.uconn.edu/scholarships/index.php | ||
| UCONN:Day of Pride Scholarship | Full tuition | CT resident and enroll at UCONN Leadership activities and demonstrate a commitment to multi-cultural diversity programs SAT - 1100+ and GPA 3.5+ Nomination required | November 1st |
| WEBSITE: | http:admissions.uconn.edu/scholarships/index.php | ||
| Voice of Democracy Audio Essay Contest | $1,000 - $16,000 | Open to grades 9 - 12. Write and record an essay of between 3 and 5 minutes on a theme found on the website. Must submit essay to local VFW Post | November 1st |
| WEBSITE: | www.vfw.org/index.cfm?fa=cmty.leveld&did=150 | ||
| National Academy of TV Arts/Science-John Canon Memorial Scholarship | $40,000 | Attend a 4 yr college/university Major in communication Emphasis on creative accomplishments and leadership | November 5th |
| WEBSITE: | www.nataslgl.org/home.htm | ||
| First Freedom Student Competition | $750 - $3,000 | Open to students in 9-12 grades Sponsored by SS or English Teacher Essay Required-See Website | November 24th |
| WEBSITE: | www.firstfreedom.org/education/students.html | ||
| SAE Engineering Scholarship | $1,000- $10,000 | US Citizen Intend to earn a degree in engineering or related science | December 1st |
| WEBSITE: | http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/undesignated/ | ||
| Youth Foundation | $4,000 | US Citizen, high school senior, GPA-3.5+, demonstrates financial need | December 1st |
| WEBSITE: | http://foundationcenter.org/grantmaker/youthfdn/index.html | ||
| McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship | $10,000 | Demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit by owning and operating own business while in high school: May be non-profit: Must have at least one employee even if part-time | December 1st |
| WEBSITE: | www.mckelveyfoundation.org | ||
| Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Seminar | Not monetary | High School 10th grader Nominated by guidance counselor | December 5th |
| WEBSITE: | www.hoby.org/students | ||
| Junior Achievement Scholarship Opportunities | $5,000- full tuition | All applicants must have participated in Junior Achievement programs. Walt Disney company pays full tuition Joe Francomano awards $5,000 | December 5th |
| WEBSITE: | www.ja.org | ||
| American Dream Scholarship (Commerce Bank) | $1,000 | GPA-3.0 Employed or actively involved in their community | December 15th |
| WEBSITE: | www.commerceonline.com/americandream | ||
| AXA Achievement Scholarship Program | $10,000 | Write about an outstanding accomplishment in a non-academic activity or project Demonstrate concern for family and community First 12,000 applications accepted | December 15th |
| WEBSITE: | (800) 537-4180 www.axa-achievement.com axaachievement@scholarshipamerica.org | ||
| All-Ink.com College Scholarship Program | $1,000 | Plans to attend College/University GPA 2.5+ US Citizen Essay required | December 31st |
| WEBSITE: | www.all-ink.com/scholarship.html | ||
| The Art Institute Culinary Schol. The Art Institute National Schol. National Art Honor Society Schol. Evelyn Keedy Memorial Schol. Scholastic Art Competition | Full or partial tuition | Differs depending on type of scholarship | varies |
| WEBSITE: | www.artinstitutes.edu | ||
| Inspire the Future "Write On" Scholarship | $1,000-$5,000 | To enter, write between 500-750 words about the Patriots’ most recent game. After every 4-game stretch on the Patriots schedule,winners will be selected and awarded scholarships. See website for details. | varies |
| WEBSITE: | www.TotallyPatriots.com | ||
| Toyota Community Scholars Program | $10,000 | Seniors who enroll at a four year college Outstanding academic performance Leadership and community/school service Nomination required | January 4th |
| CONTACT: | See your counselor for nomination | ||
| American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences | $5,000 | CT High School Senior, Major in Family and Consumer Sciences | January 7th |
| WEBSITE: | www.aafcs.org/programs/scholarships.htm | ||
| Ron Brown Scholar Program | $10,000/4yr | Afro-American, academically talented Highly motivated Demonstrate financial need, high academic achievement, character, leadership, and community service. | January 9th |
| WEBSITE: | www.ronbrown.org | ||
| Elks National Foundation-"Most Valuable Student" Scholarship | $4,000 - $60,000 | Based on financial need, leadership and scholarship Top 10% of class | January 9th |
| WEBSITE: | www.elks.org/enf/scholars | ||
| JFK Profile in Courage Essay Contest | $500 - $5000 | High school students in grades 9-12. You must write an original essay of no more than 1,000-words on one of the topics found on the Web site provided. | January 10th |
| WEBSITE: | http://www.jfklibrary.org/Education+and+Public+Programs/ | ||
| Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship | $1,000 | Open to senior students with a GPA 2.5+ and demonstates financial need.See website for details | January 31st |
| WEBSITE: | http://walmartstores.com/CommunityGiving/8736.aspx?p=236 | ||
| American Mensa Education and Research Foundation | 20 - $200 2 - $500 1 - $1,000 | Essay contest | January 15th |
| WEBSITE: | www.us.mensa.org/am/uploads/scholarshipForms/member.pdf | ||
| American Planning Assoc. High School Essay Contest | $5,000 | Available to juniors and seniors. Submit an essay between 1,200 and 1,500 words that will enable you to address some of the critical planning issues that are facing your own community today. The essay question is posted on the sponsor's site | January 15th |
| WEBSITE: | www.planning.org/institutions/hsessay.htm | ||
| Bohdan "Bo" Kolinsky Memorial Print Journalism Scholarship | $1,000 | Attend a four year college for sports print journalism Good academic achievement Writing samples | January 15th |
| WEBSITE: | www.ctsportswriters.org/boscholarshipapplication.pdf | ||
| Boy Scout of America Eagle Scout Academic Scholarships | $3,000 | Eagle scout Min SAT-1090 Leadership and participation Financial need | January 31st |
| WEBSITE: | www.nesa.org/applications.html | ||
| Boy Scout of America Hall/McElwain Merit Scholarship | $1,000 | Eagle scout Leadership and participation Not based Financial need | January 31st |
| WEBSITE: | www.nesa.org/applications.html | ||
| Discover Card Tribute Award Scholarship | $30,000 | High school junior min. GPA-2.75 Demonstrate special talents, leadership, obstacles overcome, community service, and unique endeavors. | January 31th |
| WEBSITE: | http://www.discoverfinancial.com/community/scholarship.shtml | ||
| Governor's Scholars Program | Not monetary | Nominated by guidance Class rank SAT score One Hour Student Essay | February |
| WEBSITE: | www.casciac.org/hsawards.shtml | ||
| Big Y Foods | More than $200,000 | Permanent CT residence Based on academic merit & achievement | February 1st |
| WEBSITE: | www.bigy.com/education/y-scholarships.php | ||
| National Peace Essay Contest | $1,000 - $10,000 | Open to students in 9-12 grades Essay contest-See website for details Must have a school sponsor | February 1st |
| WEBSITE: | www.usip.org/ed/npec/index.html | ||
| Young Artists Competition--Musical Pathways of the Hartford Symphony Orchestra | $3,000 | Open to students in 9-12 CT Resident Student studying an instrument of the orchestra my apply | February 1st |
| WEBSITE: | www.hartfordsymphony.org/ | ||
| Young Epidemiology Scholars Competition | $1,000 - $50,000 | Available to juniors and seniors. Must conduct original research that investigates the behavioral, biological, environmental and social factors that affect health. See website for details | February 2nd |
| WEBSITE: | www.collegeboard.com/yes | ||
| Best Buy Scholarship | $1,500 | Outstanding volunteer contributions Solid academic standing Major/career in advertising Demonstrate leadership and service | February 2nd |
| WEBSITE: | www.BestBuy.com/Scholarships | ||
| KFC Colonel's Scholars | $5,000 | Open to senior students with a GPA 2.75+ and enrolling in an in-state public school | February 10th |
| WEBSITE: | www.kfcscholars.org | ||
| Governor's Coalition for Youth with Disabilities (GCYD) | $2,500-$3,000 | Must have a disability under special ed law or section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. | February 15th |
| WEBSITE: | (860) 263-6018 www.gcyd.org | ||
| Burger King Scholars | $1,000 | DHS nominates senior Min. GPA 2.5 Must work avg. of 15hrs per week parttime Financial need must be demonstrated Community service considered | February 15th |
| WEBSITE: | www.bk.com/scholars | ||
| Connecticut Capitol Scholarship Program | $500- $3,000 | CT resident and US Citizen Must be in the top 20% of class after jr yr. Combined SAT score of 1800 Must be used for a CT college/univ. Based on financial need | February 15th |
| WEBSITE: | (860) 947-1855 www.ctdhe.org/SFA | ||
| National CO-OP Scholarship Program | $6,000 | Apply and accepted to on of the 10 NCCE Partner Colleges or Univer. Min. GPA- 3.5+ | February 15th |
| WEBSITE: | www.co-op.edu/scholarships.htm | ||
| Ronald McDonald House (RMHC/HACER)-Separate Scholarships for African American, Asian & Hispanic Americans | Varies | One parent must be of Hispanic, African American or Asian heritage Student must enter a 2/4 year program | February 16th |
| WEBSITE: | www.rmhc.org | ||
| Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America | $1,000 | Senior with asthma or significant allergies Academic excellence (GPA-3.5+) | February 16th |
| WEBSITE: | www.asthmaandallergies.org/scholarship.html | ||
| Connecticut Burglar/Fire Alarm association scholarship | $2,500-$10,000 | Senior who is the child of a full-time employee of the conn. Police or Fire Communities | February 27th |
| WEBSITE: | www.alarm.org or call (203) 762-2444 | ||
| Alpha Xi Delta "Choose Children" Award | Not monetary | Senior who has made a significant contribution to the improvement of the lives of Children GPA-3.0+ | March 1st |
| WEBSITE: | www.axidalumctny.org | ||
| American Chemical Society Scholars Program | $2,500 | African American, Hispanic/Latino, or American Indian who demonstrates need Must major in chemistry or related field | March 1st |
| WEBSITE: | www.acs.org/scholars | ||
| American Legion Auxiliary National President's Scholarship | $1,000- $2,500 | Son or daughter of veterans who served in the Armed Forces during eligibility dates Essay required At least 50hrs of volunteer service | March 1st |
| WEBSITE: | www.legion-aux.org/Scholarships/NationalPresident/index.aspx | ||
| Connecticut PTA Christa McAuliffe Scholarship | $1,000 | CT resident Pursuing a career in teaching Essay required Nomination by counselor required | March 1st |
| WEBSITE: | www.ctpta.org/programs/scholarship.html | ||
| Connecticut PTA Nutmeg Statewide | $1,250 | Attending a 4 year college or university pursuing a career in service to children Essay, community service Nomination by counselor | March 1st |
| WEBSITE: | www.ctpta.org/membership/nspta/scholarship.asp | ||
| Society of Mayflower Descendants in the State of CT | $1,250 | Open to senior students residing in CT Must be attending college/univ in Fall Based on Academic need, extra-curricular, community service and need | March 1st |
| WEBSITE: | See CCC for info and application | ||
| Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Inc. | $1,000- $30,000 | Children of active or former Marines Demonstrate financial need | March 1st |
| WEBSITE: | www.mcsf.com | ||
| American Legion Auxiliary Past Presidents' Parley Education Grant | $500 | CT resident Must be a child /grandchild of an ex-service WOMAN Must show financial need | March 10th |
| WEBSITE: | (203) 453-2612 | ||
| Connecticut Building Congress Scholarship Fund | $500 -$2,000/yr | Majoring in architecture, engineering or construction industry or related fields | March 15th |
| CONTACT: | www.cbc-ct.org | ||
| Connecticut Women's Bowling Association | $1,000 | Mother is a member of the Connecticut Women's Bowling Assoc. Based on academic excellence | March 15th |
| CONTACT: | Annie Gallant @ (860) 455-9584 x137 | ||
| Kohl's | $5,000 | Awarded to kids 6-18 yrs of age Must show you have made a difference in the community Must be nominated | March 15th |
| WEBSITE: | www.kohlscorporation.com | ||
| The George Coleman Scholarship sponsored by the New England Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions | $1,000 | Enrolling in a NEACRAO school GPA - 3.0+ | March 15th |
| WEBSITE: | www.neacrao.org/scholarship_info_html | ||
| The Heart of Gold Scholarship | $5,000 | Committed to Volunteering (min 1hr/wk) Taken a leadership position Letter discussing the importance of volunteering | March 15th |
| CONTACT: | (203) 348-7714 | ||
| American Fire Sprinkler Association | $2,000 | Read essay and answer questions Must attend 2/4 year program in technical study Not based on need | March 15th |
| WEBSITE: | www.afsascholarship.org/ | ||
| Bruce Eagleson Memorial Scholarship | 1-$2,500 10-$1,000 | Highly accomplished in one branch of art Considerable experience in one of the arts Community service relating to the arts Financial need | March 16th |
| WEBSITE: | www.casciac.org/hsawards.shtml#students | ||
| Connecticut Nurserymen's Foundation | $5000/yr | CT resident Financial need is considered Scholastic standing Accepted into course of study in Horticultural industry UCONN will give add. $2,500 | March 16th |
| WEBSITE: | (860) 643-8363 email: jmattson.negs@erols.com www.flowersplantsinct.com/keydocs.htm | ||
| Humane Society Shaw-Worth Memorial Scholarship | $2,000 | Long term direct work on behalf of animals | March 17th |
| CONTACT: | The Humane Society of US New England Regional Office PO Box 619 Jacksonville, VT 05342 | ||
| Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Elizabeth Sonier Grant | $750 | Ct senior planning to pursue a degree in Music Education | March 18th to guidance counselor |
| CONTACT: | See CCC for info and application | ||
| Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Hannah Griswold Grant | $750 | Ct minority senior planning to major in education | March 18th to guidance counselor |
| CONTACT: | See CCC for info and application | ||
| Hartford Whalers Booster Club | $1,000 | Senior attending a 4 year college which has a hockey program. CT resident | March 20th |
| WEBSITE: | www.whalerwatch.com | ||
| Ayn Rand Institute: Anthem Essay Contest | $30 - $2,000 | Essay contest open to 9th & 10th graders on the book Anthem by Ayn Rand | March 20th |
| WEBSITE: | www.aynrand.org | ||
| The Associated General Contractors of Connecticut, Inc | $5,000 | High school senior Entering two or four year building technology or civil engineering program | March 30th |
| WEBSITE: | www.ctconstruction.org | ||
| National Federation of the Blind | $3,000 - $12,000 | Open to students who are legally blind Academic quality service to the community Financial need | March 31st |
| WEBSITE: | www.nfb.org/nfb/scholarship_program.asp | ||
| Dunkin' Donuts Scholarship | $1,000 | CT Resident "Well-rounded" character GPA-3.0+ Leadership Commitment to community service | March 31st |
| WEBSITE: | www.dunkindonuts.com/scholarship/ | ||
| Glenn Moon Scholarship Fund | 1- $2,000/yr 3- 1,500 | CT resident with intention to pursue a teaching career in CT Financial need | March 31st |
| WEBSITE: | www.ctretiredteachers.org/ | ||
| National Federation of the Blind of Connecticut | $3000 - $8000 | Open to students who are legally blind CT Resident Academic quality service to the community Financial need | March 31st |
| WEBSITE: | www.nfb.org or see CCC center | ||
| Connecticut Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance -Mary Benevento Scholarship | $1,000 | Attend CT state college for Health, Physical Education, Recreation or Dance CT resident | April 1st |
| WEBSITE: | (860) 644-9206 email: ckapral@ctahperd.org www.ctahperd.org | ||
| Connecticut Forest and Park Association-The James L. Goodwin Memorial Scholarship | $1,000-$5,000 | Must be CT resident and show need Enrolling in Forestry or Forest Resource Management | April 1st |
| WEBSITE: | (860) 346-2372 info@ctwoodlands.org | ||
| Connecticut Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program | $1,500 | Top 2% of class CT resident SAT score 2100+ | April 1st |
| WEBSITE: | (860) 947-1855 www.ed.gov/programs/iduesbyrd/index.html | ||
| Helen Abbott Community Service Award | $500 - $1,000 | Must be of Arab descent GPA - 3.0+ Demonstrate community service | April 1st |
| WEBSITE: | www.aaiusa.org/foundation/397/abbott-award-recipients | ||
| The Eagle Foundation | up to $10,000 | GPA-3.4+ and SAT 1200+ (w/o writing) Leadership Financial Need | April 1st |
| WEBSITE: | www.TheEagleFoundation.com | ||
| Elizabeth Anne Carlson Scholarship | $2,000/yr | Senior pursuing a college education in the performing arts | April 2nd |
| WEBSITE: | www.elizabethannecarlsonscholarship.com | ||
| Student Sage Scholarship Award | Varies | Junior in High school Academic and social leader Maintain B+ average and top 25% Community service Nominated by counselor | April 6th |
| CONTACT: | (518) 244-2217 | ||
| Juvenile Arthritis College Scholarships | $1,000 | CT resident Must have juvenile arthritis or another rheumatic disease | April 13th |
| CONTACT: | (800) 541-8350 Email: info.snet@arthritis.org | ||
| American Foreign Service | $2,500 | Essay contest Grades 9-12 | April 15th |
| WEBSITE: | www.afsa.org/essaycontest/index.cfm | ||
| Connecticut Chapter Air & Waste Management Association | $1,000 | Senior pursuing course of study in science/engineering leading to career in the field of air pollution or waste management | First Business day following April 15th |
| WEBSITE: | www.awma-nes.org/connecticut_chapter.htm | ||
| Student View Scholarship Program Sweepstakes | up to $3,000 | High School Seniors must Complete a 15-20 minute survey about colleges in your area | April 15th |
| WEBSITE: | www.student-view.com | ||
| PFLAG Hartford and True Colors | up to $2,000 | Senior in High School Active in school or community concerning LGBTIA issues | April 15th |
| WEBSITE: | See CCC for info and application | ||
| Connecticut Parks Association- The Dennis Malone Memorial Scholarship | $1,000 | CT resident planning to pursue a career in Park Management, Forestry, Horticulture or Agronomy Based on academics and need | April 20th |
| WEBSITE: | www.ctparks.org under "Announcements" | ||
| The Alexander Hamilton Citizenship Achievement Award for High School Juniors | $500 | Junior in High School Volunteer work and community service Scholastic standing Entrepreneurial skill and personal achievement | April 21st |
| WEBSITE: | www.hamiltonfriends.org | ||
| Annual Signet Classic Scholarship Essay Contest | $1,000 | Available to juniors and seniors. Essay competition is based on the book "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde". See website for details. | April 22nd |
| WEBSITE: | http://us.penguingroup.com/static/html/services-academic/essayhome.html | ||
| "Arrive Alive" Scholarship by CarterMario Injury Lawyers | $1,000 | CT Senior attending 4yr College Essay on the prevention of underage drinking & driving | April 25th |
| WEBSITE: | www.GetCarter.com | ||
| Ayn Rand Institute: The Fountainhead Essay Contest | 1 - $10,000 5 - $2,000 10 - $1,000 | Open to Juniors and Seniors Essay contest on the book Fountainhead by Ayn Rand | April 25th |
| WEBSITE: | www.aynrand.org/contests/kit | ||
| Triangle Community Center Scholarship fund | $1,000 | US Citizen going to post hs in CT Identify as LGBT | April 25th |
| WEBSITE: | See CCC for info and application | ||
| HGLHC Scholarship | $500 | Ct Resident identify as LGBT | April 27th |
| WEBSITE: | See CCC for info and application | ||
| Connecticut Association of Women Police | Varies | Must pursue a degree in Criminal Justice | April 30th |
| WEBSITE: | www.cawp.net/scholarships_aca.html | ||
| Connecticut State University System- various awards | Varies | Available through the State Univ. System Must attend on of the 4 CT St. Schools | April 30th |
| WEBSITE: | www.csusystemfoundation.org/scholarships.html | ||
| Holocaust Remembrance Project | $10,000 + trip to Wash DC | Essay contest, Grade9-12, no more than 1,200 words analyzing why it is vital to remember the history and lessons | April 30th |
| WEBSITE: | www.holocaust.hklaw.com | ||
| Mutual Security Credit Union Community Service Scholarship | $1,000 | Member of credit union Good academic standing Financial Need Community Service | April 30th |
| WEBSITE: | www.mscu.net or contact Tracey Haughton at (800) 761-2433 | ||
| Northrop Grumman Engineering Scholarship | $10,000 | Fairfield County resident Plan to attend college or univ. as a full time engineering program student Min GPA-3.5; Min SAT-1700 | April 30th |
| WEBSITE: | www.es.northropgrumman.com/engscholars/ | ||
| Will to Win/ Asthma Athlete Award | $1,000 $5,000 | Student with asthma and has achieved in both competitive sports and academics | April 30th |
| WEBSITE: | www.schering-ploughwilltowin.com | ||
| Connecticut Education Foundation Scholarship for Minority Students | $500 | Minority (Alaskan Native, American Indian, Asian, Black or Hispanic) Accepted into a CT College or Univ. for teaching Min GPA-2.75 | May 1st |
| WEBSITE: | www.cea.org | ||
| 100 Black Men of Stamford Academic Achievement Scholarship | $2,500/yr | Sr. in Darien, Greenwich, Norwalk, Stam. Min GPA -3.0 Community Service-50+ hrs per year Must be enrolled in 4yr college or univ. | May 4th |
| CONTACT: | See CCC for info and application | ||
| US Marine Corp "Semper Fidelis" Award for Musical Excellence | Not monetary | Senior must be nominated Hold "first chair" position in band Outstanding performer and citizen Able to perform as a soloist | May 12th |
| CONTACT: | See Band Director or Guidance | ||
| US Marine Corp Athlete Award | Not monetary | Must be nominated Senior athlete Exemplary young citizen exhibiting courage, poise, self-confidence & leadership | May 12th |
| CONTACT: | See Guidance | ||
| US Marine Corp Scholastic Excellence Award | Not monetary | Must be nominated Senior Exemplary young citizen Recognized for academic achievement | May 12th |
| WEBSITE: | See Guidance | ||
| Connecticut Blue Star Mothers Scholarship | Varies | Ct resident Must have a parent that is or was in the military | May 15th |
| WEBSITE: | www.ConnecticutBlueStarMothers.org | ||
| US Army Reserve National Scholar/Athlete Award | Not monetary | Nominated by Guidance Excellence in both academics & athletics | May 30th |
| CONTACT: | See Guidance | ||
| CollegeSTEPS Scholarship Sweepstakes | $1,000 | Ct Resident who enrolls in the CollegeSTEP Program with Wells Fargo | May 31st |
| WEBSITE: | www.wellsfargo.com/collegesteps | ||
| CT. Sun Foundation Bright Horizons Scholarship | 2,500/yr | Senior attending 4 yr college/univ in CT Financial Need SAT-1010+ ; GPA 3.0+ Essay on commitment to community Winner to perform 10hrs communitiy service/semester | May 31st |
| WEBSITE: | www.connecticutsun.com | ||
| Schubmehl-Prein Prize for Best Essay on Social Impact of Computing | $250 - $1,000 | High School Junior ranked in the top 1/5 of the class Essay contest | May 31st |
| WEBSITE: | www.cse.nd.edu/EssayContest | ||
| American Spirit Publishing Portrait of America Scholarship Contest | $500 | Enrolled in high school for the 2006-2007 school year. Submit an original photograph or artwork that represents your portrait of America. U.S. citizen | Jun 1st |
| WEBSITE: | www.bestkeptsecretsforwinning.com/PortraitOfAmerica_App2007.htm | ||
| Connecticut Association of Land Surveyors Memorial Scholarship | Pursuing a degree in surveying or a related field | June 1st | |
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| Goldman Sachs Foundation Youth Prizes for Excellence | $10,000 | Open to High School Students Essay on a problem or challenge that affects both local and global community | June 11th |
| WEBSITE: | www.askasia.org/students/gsfprizes.html | ||
| Adellson Scholars Program | $5,000 | Senior attending accredited college/univ. 250+ word essay on topic listed on sponsors website | June 15th |
| WEBSITE: | www.adellson.com/awards.htm | ||
| Servant Leadership Essay Contest | $1,000 - $5,000 | Senior with min GPA 3.0 & US Citizen 400-600 Word Essay about Servant Leadership ( see website for details) | June 15th |
| WEBSITE: | www.studentslead.net/servantleadershipessay.html | ||
| Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants Scholarship | $1,000 | Submit essay on one of two topics | June 20th |
| WEBSITE: | www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm | ||
| Milton Fisher Scholarship | Up to $5,000 | Solved artistic, scientific, or tech. Problems in new/unusual way Distinctive solutions to problems Created new group, org. to serve a need Junior or Senior eligible | June 18th |
| WEBSITE: | (203) 777-2386 www.rbffoundation.org/milton-fisher-scholarship/ | ||
| CT BBB Student Ethics Award | $2,500 | Open to junior students at Connecticut high schools. You must demonstrate high ethics through leadership, community service, academic history and overall personal integrity. Essay required | June 22nd |
| WEBSITE: | www.connecticut.bbb.org/ | ||
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