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The following websites contain information on sources of financial aid/scholarships or information on specific scholarships:
ww.fastweb.com
www.finaid.org
www.ncaa.org
www.gocollege.com
www.salliemae.com
www.easi.ed.gov
www.collegnet.com/mach25
www.wiredscholar.com
www.scholarship-ar-us.org
www.apsanet.org
www.hispanicscholar.com
www.angelfire.com
www.scholarship.com
www.schoolsoup.com
www.gmsp.org
www.usafunds.org
www.uncf.org
www.mcdonalds.com/countries/usa/community/education/scholarships/
www.hbcu-central.com/scholarships.shtml
http://scholarshipsearchcentral.com/walmart_scholarships.shtml
www.studentscholarshipsearch.com/scholarship-search-ebook
www.eduinconline.com/eduweb/apply
www.scholarshiphelp.org
www.centralsb.org (central scholarship bureau)
List of Available Scholarships, including most scholarships on the Common Application. This is not the Common Application, but does list many of the scholarships that are now available only via the St. Mary's Common Scholarship Application.
This information is a guide and the accuracy is not guaranteed. BECA relies on user comments to keep this list accurate. If you find any errors or changes, please write to Mark Smith (princefredmd-beca@yahoo.com) BECA and we will update the list. Thanks to Rose Adams, Counselor at Leonardtown High School for compiling this list.
The code refers to your eligibility, depending on your county of residence. CC is Calvert County, CH is Calvert County and SM is St. Mary's County.
CC|CH|SM Absalom Jones Memorial Scholarship – www.stphilipslaurel.org or call 301-490-2844. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, exemplify compassion, leadership, service, and interest in education. Essay required.Amount: Deadline: March 31
--|--|SM Ann Houston Green Scholarship – http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm (managed by Lexington Park Rotary Club). Applicant must have demonstrated talent in vocal or instrumental music; must intend to major in music or music education.Award: $1000. Deadline: March 15, 2011
CA|CH|SM Armed Forces Communication and Electronics Association (AFCEA) Scholarship Program: bives@md.metrocast.net Graduating senior with 3.25 or higher GPA, planning to pursue further education in electronics, engineering, communications, math, computers or scientific discipline. Award: $1500. Deadline: April 1
CA|CH|SM American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC), Southern Maryland Chapter: P.O. Box 578, Patuxent River, MD 20670 or smcbeca.org or www.asmconline.orgApplicant must be completing senior year, planning to enter a field of study in business or financial management, business administration, economics, public administration, accounting, or related field. Award: $500, plus opportunity to go on in national competition. Deadline: TBA
CA|CH|SM Barbara Balter Entrepreneurial Spirit Scholarships - NAWBO – Maryland Chapter – www.nawbomaryland.org (click on “what’s happening” then on “scholarship info”)Available to female high school seniors. Applicant must complete application form describing the recent or ongoing business or project that demonstrates “entrepreneurial spirit”. Application will require SAT scores.Amount: $1000 – 2 awards. Deadline: March
--|--|SM Business, Education, and Community Alliance Inc. (BECA) - http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm Applicants must be a graduating senior, must have minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and plan to enroll in accredited technical or trade school, community college, college, or university for the coming school year. Children of BECA reps are ineligible. 20 awardsAmount: $1000. Deadline: All application materials must be received by March 15, 2011
CA|CH|SM Calvert Cliffs Family Association – 410-586-0885 At least one parent of the applicant must be an active or retired BG&E employee for Calvert Cliffs. Applicants will be judged on scholastic ability, plus school and community activities. Amount: TBA Deadline: spring
CA|CH|SM Carson Scholars Program – carsonscholars.org. Students grades 4 – 11 are eligible to apply. Must excel academically and be dedicated to serving their community. Student must be nominated by their School, have 3.75 GPA, and display humanitarian qualities. Recipients can reapply annually. Amount: $1000. Deadline: TBA
CA|CH|SM Cedar Point Federal Credit Union: http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm Applicant must be a graduating senior who is a member or eligible for membership in Cedar Point Federal Credit Union with cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. Several scholarships are available. Amount: $500 - $1000. Deadline: March 15, 2011
CC|CH|SM Central Scholarship Bureau – www.centralsb.com This is a free service for Maryland students to access scholarships, grants, and loans. Amount: varies Deadline: check website
CA|CH|SM Chaney Foundation Scholarship – 301-932-5665Applicant must be pursuing a career in business, architecture, engineering, building trades, drafting, or construction management. Recipient must plan to attend a two or four year college.--Amount: $1000, renewable--Deadline: TBA
--|--|SM Charlotte Hall Fellows Scholarship: see your career center advisor Applicant must be entering senior year; minimum 3.5 GPA or higher; Award: Tuition for up to 4 credits at SMCM in spring semester Deadline: late June of junior year
CA|CH|SM Coca Cola Scholars Foundation - coca-colascholars.org/cokeWeb-Selection based on several factors including minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, character, background, and personal merit (including leadership in school, civic, and extracurricular activities, academic achievement, motivation to serve and to succeed in all endeavors).Amount: $2500 - $5000, renewable. Deadline: October 31
CA|CH|SM Colonial Agriculture Educational Foundation, Inc. – www.colonialfarmcredit.com/scholarships. Applicant must be a high school senior pursuing an agricultural degree. Selection will be based on scholastic ability, leadership qualities, financial need, and educational goals. Applications available after January 1. Amount: $500 - $1000. Deadline: March 1
--|--|SM Compass Systems, Inc. – http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm Applicants must plan to pursue a college-level engineering program with plans to remain in the area after college graduation. Amount: $1000, renewable Deadline: March 15, 2011
CA|--|SM Computer Sciences Corporation Applied Technology Division – Pax River Career Development Program http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm Applicant must plan a science/engineering/technology major in college, and must sign a letter of intent to work at least two years after graduation for CSC. Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA See Common application on BECA website for further information Amount: $7500. Deadline: March 15, 2011
CA|CH|SM Cynthia E. Morgan Scholarship Fund – www.cemsfund.comFor a first generation college student attending a Maryland college with a major in a medical related field. Amount: $1000. Deadline: February 25
--|--|SM Doris Darrah Mathematics Education Scholarship – http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm Available to students pursuing a degree in mathematics education. Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA. Additional essay is required as part of the application. Amount: $1000. Deadline: March 15, 2011
CA|CH|SM Desert Storm Veterans Association – www.desertstormvets.orgApplicant must be family member of soldier who died, became ill or served in Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm or Provide Comfort who plans to pursue post-secondary education. Applicant will be considered on academic excellence as well as extracurricular activities including employment and service. Amount: up to $5000 Deadline: Postmarked by mid - January
CA|CH|SM Discover Scholarships – www.discoverfinancial.com/community. Awards high school juniors on their exemplary achievements in leadership and community service while overcoming an obstacle. Minimum 2.75 Paramount: up to 10 scholarships, $30,000 each Deadline: early February
CA|CH|SM Dwight P. Jacobus Scholarships – www.asbo.orgApplicants must plan to enroll in accredited college or university within Maryland or DC and pursue a career in business or teacher certification Minimum 3.0 Paramount: $1000, renewable Deadline: March 1
CA|CH|SM Educational Systems Federal Credit Union Scholarship – http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA, under 21 years of age, and a member of the Educational Systems Federal Credit Union. Essay is required as part of the application. Amount: $3000. Deadone: March 15, 2011
CA|CH|SM Elks National Foundation Scholarship Program – www.elks.org/enf/scholarsApplicant must be a graduating senior with at GPA of 3.0 and must be accepted to an accredited college or university. Applications will be judged on scholarship, leadership and financial need. An essay is required. Amount: $1000 - $15,000 per year; Awards are renewable upon meeting requirements. Deadline: varies early December to early February
--|--|SM. Episcopal Diocese of Washington, D.C. – http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm. Applicant must be an African American resident of St. Mary’s County who plans to enroll full time in a post secondary institution during the year of the grant. No specific religious affiliation is required. Amount: up to $2000.Deadline: March 15, 2011
CA|CH|SM Gates Millennium Scholars – www.gmsp.org/publicweb/faq.aspx. Applicant must be a US Citizen or permanent resident with a 3.3 or better on a 4.0 scale. Unrestricted in terms of major or area of study. Applicant must be of international heritage such as African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Americans (Filipinos, Chinese, Korean, South Asians, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Laotian, and Hmong) or Hispanic Americans and demonstrate significant financial need. Amount: Based on financial need of the recipient Deadline: January 10, 2011
CA|CH|SM Girls Going Places Scholarship Award – www.GirlsGoingPlaces.comAvailable to girls 12 – 18 who demonstrate budding entrepreneurship, are taking the first steps to financial independence, and are making a difference in their school and community. Amount: Varying prizes totaling $30,000 to 15 winners Deadline: mid.-February
--|--|SM Greg Clarke Aviation Scholarship – http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm Available to GMHS graduates who intend to pursue a career in aviation or the military, or a degree in business, management, economics or engineering. Amount: $1000Deadline: March 15, 2011CA|CH|SM Harvard University Tuition Waiver – (617) 495-1581 Undergraduate students from families earning under $60,000 per year who are eligible for admission to Harvard will pay no tuition. Undergraduate students whose families earn between $60,000 and $80,000 receive reduced fees. Amount:TBA. Deadline: TBA
CA|CH|SM Herbert Lehman Scholarships - The Herbert Lehman Education Fund, c/o NAACP LDF, 99 Hudson St., Suite 1600, New York, NY 10013For minority students entering desegregated public schools in the deep South. Awards are based on academic records and community and school involvement. Application must be requested by writing the above address. Amount: $2000, renewable, Deadline: Application must be requested after November 1 and submitted by April 30
--|--|SM Hollywood Elementary School PTA/Betty Brady College Scholarship Award - http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm Applicant must be a student who is interested in a teaching career. Application will include an essay and two letters of recommendation. Applicant must have attended Hollywood Elementary School for at least two years. Amount: $500 Deadline: March 15, 2011
--|--|SM Hopkins Visual Arts Scholarship – see the visual arts teachers in your high school. Applicant must be enrolled as a senior, maintain 3.0 in art courses and over 2.0 GPA, have a minimum of 2 years in visual arts coursework with one year in upper level coursework, and demonstrate community service with a fine arts emphasis. Further information is available in the application materials. Amount: $5000 (one winner per high school) Deadline: January
CA|CH|SM Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship Award - 1-212-290-8600; www.jackierobinson.org/apply. Applicant must be a minority graduating senior accepted to a four year college or university. Applicant must demonstrate leadership potential, academic achievement, financial need, and SAT or ACT scores. Letter of reference required from your counselor. Amount: Up to $7500. Deadline: March 15
--|--|SM Kevin Igoe Future Educator Scholarship – http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm Applicant must have 3.0 minimum cumulative GPA and plan to major or minor in teaching. Amount: $2000. Deadline: March 15, 2011.
CA|CH|SM Kids Chance of Maryland, Inc. Scholarship Program - 410- 832-4702; www.kidschance-md.orgApplicant must be a Maryland resident age 16 – 25, have had a parent permanently or catastrophically injured or killed in an employment-related accident compensable under the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Act and plan to attend post secondary education. Amount: Varies depending on the needs and educational expenses of the student. College scholarships cover tuition and books but may also include room and board. Amount: Varies. Deadline: must reapply each semester
--|--|SM Lettie Marshall Dent Scholarship – http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm For teacher education. Minimum 3.0 GPA and an essay is required as part of the application. Scholarship recipients must agree to teach in St. Mary’s County. Amount: $500. Deadline: March 15, 2011
CA|CH|SM Lillian Medas Scholarship – www.ptplayers.com/membership/scholarshipsFor excellence in the performing arts and community service. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Amount: $750. Deadline: May 1
CA|CH|SM MAHPERD Scholarship Program: www.mahperd.orgAvailable to graduating seniors going into field of teacher preparation for dance, health, physical education or recreation. Application requires minimum 2.5 GPA and three letters or recommendation. Award: $1000. Deadline: early April
--|--|SM Margaret Brent High School Alumni Association Scholarship Program Scholarship Committee, P. O. Box 22, Mechanicsville, MD 20659 or 301-884-4635Applicant must be a direct descendant of a former student of Margaret Brent High School (attended 1931 – 1965)Amount: $1500. Deadline: March 31
CA|CH|SM Marine Corps Aviation Association – John Glenn Squadron Scholarship: http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm Applicants must be planning to pursue a degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics. Candidates need to demonstrate interest in a career in Naval aviation and/or the defense industry. Award: up to $5000. Deadline: mid-March
CA|CH|SM Maryland Correctional Administration Memorial College Scholarship – www.mdle.net/mcaa/scholarships.html. Applicant must be pursuing a career in the field of Corrections or Criminal Justice. Award will be paid directly to the college and may be used only for tuition, books, fees, and registration. Award: varies. Deadline: mid-April
CA|CH|SM Maryland Farm Bureau Scholarship - 1-800- 248-9012; www.mdfarmbureau.com/member services/benefit brochure. Applicants must be seniors or college students planning full time study at a community or four-year college. Several awards offered; applicant does not have to plan a major in agriculture. Applicant or parent must be a Farm Bureau member. Applicant must be involved in school activities. Amount: TBA. Deadline: see website
CA|CH|SM Maryland PTA Scholarship Fund - 410-235-7290; www.mdpta.org/forms. Applicant must have interest in and potential for a career in education, financial need, character, and academic record (minimum 2.75 GPA).Amount: Minimum of $500 per year. Deadline: March 15, 2011
DCC|CH|SM Maryland State Scholarship Program -- www.mhec.state.md.us/financialAid/descriptions. On website, check under “student financial assistance” then “state financial aid assistance programs & applications” to learn about available scholarships and grants, the application process, and the deadlines. Virtually all are need-based. Amount: varies. Deadline: March 1
CC|CH|SM Minds in Motion Scholarship Program – www.mpssaa.org. Awards are available for students who have a strong academic background (min. 3.25 unweighted GPA) and participation in athletics. Must attend a MPSSAA member school (Maryland Public Secondary School Athletic Association).Award: 8 awards of $1000. Deadline: applications available in March, 2011
CA|CH|SM McDonald’s Scholarships - www.rmhc.com/whatwedo or www.mcdonaldeducates.com. Through the Ronald McDonald House charities, a variety scholarships is offered to crew as well as community members. Based on academic achievement and community involvement. See websites for further information. Amount: minimum $1000. Deadline: February
CA|CH|SM Meyerhoff Scholarship Program – UMBC: www.umbc.edu/meyerhoff. See your career center technician. For graduating seniors planning to pursue engineering, math, science or technology at UMBC through a doctorate. Min. 3.0 GPA plus strong SAT’s. Candidate must be recommended by counselor or principal. Award: Range from $5000/year to full tuition, room, and board. Deadline: early October
--|--|SM NAACP Claudia Pickeral Scholarship: http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm Eligible applicant must be a minority student. Upon receipt of this award, applicant must be a member of the NAACP. Amount: $500. Deadline: March 15, 2011
CA|CH|SM Northrup Grumman Engineering Scholarship: www.es.NorthrupGrumman.com/community/engscholars For students planning to major in engineering. Min. GPA of 3.5, Min. SAT 1700.Award: $2500/year, renewable. Deadline: March
CA|CH|SM Olga B. Burgee Memorial Scholarship Fund of the Wo. Applicant needs GPA of 3.0 or better, good character, determination to pursue post-secondary education, and demonstrated financial need. Amount: $1000 Deadline: March 15, 2011
CA|CH|SM PC&U Scholarships –Private Colleges and Universities Scholarship Program - www.privatecolleges.comScholarships will be awarded to by random drawing. Winner must plan to attend a member private school (see website). Amount: $10,000. Deadline: see website
CA|CH|SM Princeton Prize in Race Relations – www.princeton.edu/princetonprizeFor students in grades 9 – 12 doing an outstanding job in their schools of improving the cause of race relations. Applicants must submit an on-line application and a reference. Amount: $1000. Deadline: January 31
CA|CH|SM Prudential Spirit of Community Awards –www.principals.org/AwardsandRecognitionThis program honors middle and high school students for outstanding acts of community service. Each school can nominate one local honoree out of the applications they receive. All local honorees will be considered for selection as the state honoree. Application questions focus on type and amount of community service. Amount: $1000 plus award celebration in Washington, DC. Deadline: November 1 with all expenses paid
--|--|SM Robert and Rita I Merritts Scholarships – http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm One academic scholarship, one vocational scholarship for students planning to pursue post-secondary education. Essay is required as part of the application process. Amount: $1000. Deadline: March 15, 2011
CA|CH|SM Rotary Clubs of Southern Maryland Website addresses available for some clubs on www.somd.com or common application is available on http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm Contact local organizations for information on local awards: Charlotte Hall 301-843-5210LaPlata 301- 752-1421Leonardtown 301-904-7721Northern Calvert 301-855-2380 Waldorf 301-934-5600Prince Frederick 410-535-1407Lexington Park 301-863-9345
CA|CH|SM SAE Engineering Scholarships – www.sae.org/studentcentral/scholarships Available to graduating seniors planning to pursue a degree in engineering or a related science such as physics, computer science, natural sciences or geology. Amount: Ranges from $400 to full tuition. Deadline: TBA
CA|CH|SM SAMMY (Scholar Athlete Milk Moustache of the Year) – apply on line at www.sammy.bodybymilk.com. Awards based on academic performance, athletic excellence, leadership, community service, and milk experience. Award: $7500. Deadline: TBA
CC|CH|SM Sheila Y. Tolson Memorial Scholarship Fund – sheilaytolson-msf.org. Scholarships for graduating seniors and college students. Applicants are judged on scholastic achievement (minimum 3.0 GPA), community activism, participation in extracurricular activities, and ability to be articulate during application interview. Must be able to demonstrate financial need as well. Amount: $2000. Deadline: March 31
CA|CH|SM Society of Women Engineers –societyofwomenengineers.swe.org. Available to women admitted to accredited programs in engineering, engineering tech, or computer science. Amount: $1000 - $10,000. Deadline: March 1
--|--|SM Southern Maryland Corvette Club: http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm. Preference given to students who plan to pursue a career in automotive design or engineering. Amount: $1000. Deadline: March 15, 2011
--|--|SM St. Mary’s County Chamber of Commerce: http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm Eligible applicant must have minimum 2.5 GPA and demonstrate successful completion of a Forrest Center two-year program. Applicant must intend to return to work in St. Mary’s County following post-secondary graduation. Amount: $1000. Dealine: March 15, 2011
--|--|SM St. Mary’s County Public Schools Retirees Association – http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm 3.0 minimum GPA, enrolled in a teacher preparation program at a four year college or in a transfer program at CSM. Scholarship recipient is obligated to return to SMCPS to teach for at least two years after college graduation. Amount: $2000 first year, renewable for $1000 each of the next 3 years. Deadline: March 15, 2011
--|--|SM St. Mary’s Garden Club Scholarship – http://www.smcbeca.org/Students/ApplicationandGuidelines.cfm Applicant must demonstrate character, determination to pursue post-secondary education, and financial need. Must pursue a career in the field of environmental science or studies. Amount: $1000. Deadline: March 15, 2011
CA|CH|SM St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation Nursing Scholarship – www.smhwecare.com/careers ; 301-475-6017. Applicant must have high school GPA of 3.0 and plan to accept employment at St. Mary’s Hospital for at least two years upon completion of two year nursing degree. This scholarship is offered in conjunction with the CSM nursing program although winner could request to attend another accredited two year nursing school. Application process will involve an essay, letters of reference, and interviews. Award: Full scholarship including tuition, books, uniforms, equipment, and lab fees. Amount: up to $2200 per semester for up to 4 years Deadline: mid March
**St. Mary’s Hospital also offers an Employee Loan/Scholarship program whereby a hospital employee can get financial assistance to achieve certification in any area listed as a Critical Position by the hospital. In return for this assistance, the recipient must agree to employment at the hospital for a pre-determined length of time. Further information is available at the same website.
CA|CH|SM SMECO (Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative) Scholarship –1-888-440-3311 ext. 4340 SMECO Headquarters, P. O. Box 1937, Hughesville, MD 20637 or local SMECO office. Criteria include scholarship, financial need, school involvement and community involvement .Amount: $1,500, up to four awards. .Deadline: early March
CA|CH|SM Schering/Key “Will to Win” Asthma Scholarship – www.schering-ploughwilltowin.com. Awards to high school seniors with asthma in 5 categories: performing arts, visual arts, community service, athletics, and science. Amount: 10 awards of $5000. Deadline: April
--|--|SM Stephen Mattingly II Memorial Scholarship is awarded via applications to the Charlotte Hall Rotary on the St. Mary's County Common Scholarship Application. Amount: $1000. Deadline: March 15.
CA|CH|SM ThanksUSA Scholarships – www/thanksusa.org/main/scholarships. Scholarship program to assist spouses and children of active duty military service personnel to thank them for their service. Application available on line. Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Award: $3000. Deadline: mid-May
CA|CH|SM Tylenol Scholarship – www.tylenol.com/news. Available to seniors pursuing a career in the medical field. Amount: $5000 - $10,000. Deadline: apply on line
CA|CH|SM United Negro College Fund Scholarship Programs www.uncf.org/forstudent/scholarships. Merit scholarships from the United Negro College Fund are available to students involved with organizations seeking peaceful social change. Minimum 2.5 GPA and demonstrated financial need. Most require that you plan to attend a historically black college or university (HBCU).Amount: varies. Deadline: see website
CC|CH|SM USDA/1890 National Scholars Program – www.ascr.usda.gov. Applicants must plan to study agriculture, food science, natural resource sciences or related disciplines at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU). The program provides full tuition, employment, employee benefits, fees, books, use of a laptop, printer, and software while on scholarship, room and board each year for 4 years to students pursuing a bachelor’s degree. Upon completion of degree, there is an obligation for 1 year of service to the USDA for each year of financial support. Minimum 3.0 GPA 1500 combined SAT or 21 on ACT, and demonstrate leadership and community service. Amount: TBA. Deadline: February 1.
CA|CH|SM U. Of Maryland – www.financialaid.umd.edu/scholarships/undergraduate. Requirements vary. Must have all admissions materials submitted by November 1. Must attend UMCP and register as a full time student. Amount: varies. Deadline: February 15
CA|CH|SM U. of Maryland/NAVAIR/CSM Engineering Partnership:email paul.hoffman@navy.mil. Students who complete their first two years at CSM with a B average or better will be admitted as full time students to the aeronautical or mechanical engineering program of the University of Maryland with classes to be taught at the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center in California, MD. They will be eligible for participation in a NAWCAD-sponsored cooperative education program locally. The program includes assistance, up to $4900 per semester for tuition and books for up to six semesters. Summer jobs will be available, paying up to $15.75 per hour. Students participating in the cooperative education program will have an obligation of full-time permanent employment as engineers following graduation for a period of three months for each month in the program. Amount: see above. Deadline: ongoing
--|--|SM Voila Cutchember Scholarship - c/o PTA Town Creek Elementary School, 45805 Dent Drive, Lexington Park, MD 20653Applicants must have attended Town Creek Elementary School.Amount: TBADeadline:
CA|CH|SM Sam Walton Community Scholarship Program – www.walmartstores.com/communitygiving. Applicant must be a graduating senior and plan to continue formal education in the fall after graduation. Recipient must attend accredited 2 or 4 year college or university in the United States, approved by the Wal-Mart Foundation. Wal-Mart offers several additional scholarships to associates and their dependents. Amount: $3000. Deadline: TBA
CA|CH|SM Williamson Free School of Mechanical Trades - 106 S. New Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063-5299 or www.williamson.edu/admissions. Men only. Programs available in masonry, carpentry, horticulture, machine tool technology, paint and coatings, power plant. Amount: Attendance is free if you qualify and meet requirements. Deadline: February 28 of junior year
INFORMATION FOR SERVICE ACADEMY NOMINATIONS
The nomination process is as follows:
Write to your Senator in your junior year of high school.
Know the basic requirements.
Take your SAT before applying for nomination. You will generally need a verbal score of 550 or more and a math score of 600 or better.
Maintain high academic standing (at least the upper 40% of your class).
Maintain first-rate medical condition and proper physical aptitude.
Obtain an application from your career center.
Compile and submit a completed application including letters of recommendation, transcript of record, and SAT scores. See your counselor for details.
Watch your deadline. Applications must be postmarked by November 15 and will not be accepted if late.
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