Scholarships!

Scholarships Available 2013-2014
Please note that this is only a partial listing of scholarships available. Search the Internet and check with your college and career counselor for additional scholarship and grant opportunities. 

Websites for Scholarship and Student Loan Searches www.metedu.org/rcac www.finaid.com www.collegeanswer.com www.scholarshipamerica.org www.collegeboard.org www.petersons.com www.azfoundation.org www.princetonreview.com www.2futuro.com www.salliemae.com www.internationalscholarships.com UA websites - http://startnow.arizona.edu/   http://scholarshipuniverse.com (UA Net ID needed)Scholarships without citizenship requirements http://www.scholarshipsaz.org/scholarships.html

     * = New this listing   # = Juniors (or all grades) eligible
Locally Awarded College and University Scholarships (Note: Most local scholarships are available in the spring – Watch for updates!) Listed by Due Date

*Note: This scholarship will be open shortly. It is one of the best on Arizona. It has tough requirements but if you meet them you must apply! 

 *#Title: American Legion High School Oratorical ScholarshipEligibility: All high school students under the age of 20 who are US citizens or permanent residents. No GPA requirement.
Requirements: Students must prepare and deliver a speech that must be the original effort of the contestant, and must require at least 8 but not more than 10 minutes for delivery. See Mr. Hanna or your counselor for details.
Amount:  1st prize $1,500, 2nd prize $800, 3rd prize $500 – Chance to go to national finals for additional awards.
Due Date: 1/1/14 (Registration deadline only - Speech contest will be scheduled later)
Contact: See Ms. Jefferson or your counselor for more information

*Title: Arizona Elks Special Needs Student Grant Award
Eligibility: Any prospective student resident within the jurisdiction of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the U.S.A, State of Arizona, who plans to pursue education beyond High School or Preparatory School. All applicants must be citizens of the United States of America on the date the application is filed. To qualify for the “Special Needs Grant” the applicant must submit either or both of the following: A signed letter from a qualified medical doctor validating the applicant’s medical disability OR A signed letter from a qualified professional educator (School Psychologist, etc.) stating the applicant’s educational handicap.
Requirements: Complete application available to download at website below. Submit application to contact below.
Amount: $900
Due Date: 1/10/14
Website:                     http://www.azelks.org/Site/downloads/scholarship/AEASpecialNeedsApplication.pdf
Contact: BPO Elks Lodge #385 1800 N. Oracle Rd., Tucson, AZ 85705 520-299-5105.

*Title: Arizona Elks Vocational Grant AwardEligibility: Any graduating Senior High School student and/or General Education student receiving a diploma or certificate during the current program year and planning to pursue an eligible Vocational/Technical Course, above and supplemental to High School or Preparatory School, may apply.  In addition to being a U.S. Citizen, each applicant must be a current resident of the State of Arizona on the date this application is filed.
Requirements: Complete application available to download at website below. Submit application to contact below.
Amount: $900
Due date: 1/10/14
Website:                     http://www.azelks.org/Site/downloads/scholarship/AEAVocationalGrantApplication.pdf
Contact:  BPO Elks Lodge #385 1800 N. Oracle Rd., Tucson, AZ 85705 520-299-5105.

Title:  Flinn Scholarship
Eligibility:  Seniors graduating before July 2014, U.S. citizen and an Arizona resident, earn 1300 cumulative score on SAT Math and Reading or a 29 cumulative on the ACT, have a 3.5 or better GPA, rank in the top 5% of the class, and exhibit substantive extracurricular involvement and demonstrate leadership.
Requirements: Complete on line application including two teacher recommendations. See Ms. Jefferson ASAP!
Amount: Tuition, room and board, and fees for four years at UA/ASU/NAU plus a study abroad program!
Deadline: 10/18/13
Website: www.flinnscholars.org

*#Title:  VFW Patriotic Audio Essay CompetitionEligibility:  All students grades 9-12
Requirements: Complete entry form and record an original 3-5 minute essay on the topic “Why I’m optimistic about our nation’s future” on a standard cassette tape or CD and submit per instructions on web site below.
Amount: Up to $30,000 and an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C.
Deadline:11/1/13
Website: http://www.vfw.org/Community/Voice-of-Democracy/
Contact: Antonio Rigney 549antonio@cox.net

*Title: Arizona Milk Producers’ Scholarship
Eligibility: Seniors who are Arizona residents and are planning on enrolling full time (12 credits) at ASU, NAU, or UA for Fall 2014. Employees and family members of Arizona Milk Producers are not eligible.
Requirements: Students must submit entries on facebook.com/azmilkproducers  including name, complete address, and telephone number along with a milk mustache photo of yourself (be creative), a paragraph (not to exceed 150 words) on why you drink milk, or why any dairy product is an important part of your daily routine. Make sure a dairy product (milk, cheese, yogurt) is visible in your photo.
Amount: Up to $12,000 towards college expenses, tickets to home football games, VIP tickets to the Fiesta Bowl.
Due Date: Weekly drawings up to November 8, 2013
Website: http://www.dairycouncilofaz.org
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AzMilkProducers

*Note: This scholarship opens Sept. 1st.  Title: Arizona Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student
Eligibility:Any high school senior who is a citizen of the United States is eligible to apply. Applicants need not be related to a member of the Elks. College students are not eligible to apply. Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are signed; permanent legal resident status does not qualify. Male and female students compete separately.
Requirements:Submit application found on-line to contact below. Applicants will be judged on financial need, leadership and scholarship.
Amount:Local award $1,200 - National award up to $15,000 (Renewable)
Due Date:12/06/13
Website:http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.cfm
Contact:BPO Elks Lodge #385 1800 N. Oracle Rd., Tucson, AZ 85705 520-299-5105.
University of Arizona Scholarships Note: UA Applications (seniors should apply NOW!) and FAFSA forms (not before 1/1/14) must be completed and submitted no later than March 1, 2014 to receive priority financial aid and scholarship consideration. You do not need to have taken the SAT or ACT before applying but you must take one or the other before March 1, 2014.

Please visit the UA “How to Apply for Financial Aid” website for general financial aid information - https://financialaid.arizona.edu/apply/freshmen 

Title:The Baird Scholarship – UA Honors College
Eligibility: Graduating senior attending the UA for fall 2014, Arizona resident, 3.5 or better GPA, must have demonstrated leadership abilities.
Requirements: Student must be nominated by his/her school, must provide 3 recommendations, complete online application including essay and 4 short answer questions. Only one nominee per school.
Amount: $10,000 per year renewable for 3 years (must maintain 3.2 GPA)
Due Date: All paperwork must be submitted by 10/19/13
Website (Honors College): http://www.honors.arizona.edu/index.html
Information: See Ms. Jefferson or your counselor ASAP if you meet the requirements and would like to be considered for this award!

*Title: Arizona Assurance
Eligibility: Seniors who are Arizona residents, will enroll at the UA full time for Fall 2014, have earned an un-weighted, cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale), and who have a family income of $42, 400 or less.
Requirements: Complete UA application now! Complete FAFSA (not until 1/1/14 but before 3/1/14). You will be notified of other requirements including completion of the CSS Profile. Note: failure to complete all necessary requirements but specific deadlines may disqualify you from receiving this award!
Amount: All unmet financial need after grants and work/study, and some loans are awarded.
Website: https://financialaid.arizona.edu/undergraduate/arizona-assurance-scholars-program

Arizona State University ScholarshipsNote: ASU Applications and FAFSA forms (not before 1/1/14) must be completed and submitted no later than March 1, 2014 to receive priority financial aid and scholarship consideration. If you are a senior you should be submitting your application now!

Please visit the ASU “Student Financial Assistance” website for general financial aid information - http://students.asu.edu/financialaid

*Title: President Barack Obama Scholars Award
Eligibility: Students applying to ASU whose total annual family income is $42,400 or less.
Requirements: Submit ASU application plus additional requirements. See website for details.
Amount: All costs directly associated with ASU, which includes tuition and fees, room and board, and books and supplies.
Website: http://students.asu.edu/asu-advantage

Northern Arizona University Scholarships
Note: NAU Applications and FAFSA forms (not before 1/1/14) must be completed and submitted no later than March 1, 2014 to receive priority financial aid and scholarship consideration. If you are a senior you should be submitting your application now!
Please visit the NAU “Office of Student Financial Aid” website for general financial aid information - http://nau.edu/finaid/

Our PLEDGE to you - We guarantee the same tuition rate for four years—helping you invest in your future and allowing you to predict your future financial needs today.
Please visit the NAU “Office of Student Financial Aid” website for general financial aid information - http://nau.edu/finaid/
Pima Community College Scholarships*Title: Various Scholarships Available
Eligibility: Students planning on attending PCC
Requirements: Pima admission application. Awards variously based on financial need, course of study, academic ability, community involvement.
Amount: Varies
Due Date: Pima application must be submitted by April 2, 2014
Website: http://www.pima.edu/paying-for-school/scholarships-grants/

Arizona Scholarships – UA, ASU, and NAU *Title: 2014 Arizona Board of Regents Honors Scholarship - AIMS
Eligibility: In order to qualify for this tuition scholarship, students must have Arizona residency with lawful immigration status (as defined by the University Admission Office), AND meet the academic criteria posted on the ADE website.
Due Date: Requirements complete upon graduation.
Website: www.ade.state.az.us/asd/tuitionwaiver/
Note:  No application is needed for this scholarship. You will be notified if you qualify.
Note: Seniors – Please check this scholarship out! Many of you will qualify!

*Title: Arizona Earn to Learn Program
Eligibility: Graduating seniors accepted at UA, NAU or ASU for the fall 2014 semester. Be 18 years of age or older, if under the age of 18, a parent or guardian and the participant must complete separate applications to be submitted together. Be an Arizona resident and have lived here for 3 months prior to applying. Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. Have a social security or federal tax identification number. Have earned income from full or part-time work or be co-applying with a spouse partner, guardian, or parent who has earned income. Have a household earned gross income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level based on household size OR within Federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) limits. Have net assets that do not exceed $10,000, excluding one vehicle and one home when net worth is calculated. Note: Go to website to take a quick eligibility quiz. Many graduating seniors will qualify!
Requirements: Enrollment in the program requires students and/or families to establish savings accounts and deposit up to $500 to receive a matching deposit of an additional $4,000 from the program. See website for full requirements and information.
Amount: $4,000
Due Date: Complete the application process as soon as available!
Website: http://www.azearntolearn.org/
Grand Canyon University – Phoenix, AZ    http://www.gcu.edu/Prospective-Students.php GCU offers many scholarship opportunities. Please check their website for details!

Note: The following scholarships only require one of the listed conditions each! You must maintain the required GPA and continuous full time attendance for renewal.
Chancellor’s Scholarship ($12,000 on campus, $10,000 off campus)
Minimum incoming GPA 4.0 (un-weighted) Maintain 3.75 at GCU for renewal
President's Scholarship ($8,000 per year)Minimum incoming GPA of 3.8 (un-weighted) or SAT 1350 (math and verbal scores only) or ACT 31 composite or exceed on all 3 AIMS. Maintain 3.5 at GCU for renewalProvost's Scholarship ($7,000 per year)Minimum incoming GPA of 3.6 (un-weighted) or SAT 1225 (math and verbal scores only) or ACT 27 composite or exceed on 2 AIMS. Maintain 3.3 at GCU for renewal Dean's Scholarship ($6,000 per year)Minimum incoming GPA of 3.4 (un-weighted) or SAT 1100 (math and verbal scores only) or ACT 24 composite. Must maintain 3.2 at GCU for renewal.Faculty Scholarship ($5,000 per year)Minimum incoming GPA of 3.2 (un-weighted) or SAT 1050 (math and verbal scores only) or ACT 22 composite. Maintain 3.0 GPA at GCU for renewal.
Antelope Scholarship ($4,000 year)
Minimum incoming GPA of 3.0 (un-weighted) or SAT 1000 (math and verbal scores only) or ACT 20 composite. Maintain 3.0 GPA at GCU for renewal.
 National Scholarships (good for any college or university unless noted)Listed by Due Date
Note: This scholarship will open shortly –keep checking their website!

*Title: Coca-Cola Scholars Program
Eligibility: Seniors planning to attend college in Fall 2014. Students must be a U.S. Citizen; U.S. National; U.S. Permanent Resident; planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution; carrying a minimum 3.00 GPA at the end of your junior year of high school. Applicants may NOT be: children or grandchildren of employees, officers, or owners of Coca-Cola bottling companies.
Requirements: Students must apply on line and include examples of demonstrated leadership, commitment to community, academic achievement, and employment history.
Amount: Up to $20,000
Due Date: 10/31/13
Website: http://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/applicants/#programs

*Title: HSF/Coca-Cola® Family Dollar Scholarship Program
Eligibility: Be of Hispanic heritage, be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident, have a GPA 3.0 or better, have plans to enroll FULL-TIME in a degree seeking program at a two or four year U.S. accredited institution in the 2014-2015 academic year.
Requirements: Application, essay, recommendations, and transcripts. Candidates are selected on the basis of academic achievement, personal strengths, leadership, and financial need.
Amount: $10,000 (1 award) $5,000 (3 awards)
Due Date: 12/15/13
Website: http://www.hsf.net/en/scholarships/programs/hsf-coca-cola-family-dollar-scholarship-program

*Title: HSF/ Coca-Cola® Hispanic Heritage Month 2013 Contest and Sweepstakes Scholarship Program
Eligibility: Be of Hispanic heritage, be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident, have a GPA 3.0 or better, have plans to enroll FULL-TIME at a two or four year U.S. institution in Fall 2014.
Requirements: Application and must submit a photo with the applicant holding a favorite Coca-Cola beverage.
Amount: $20,000 (1 award) $10,000 (4 awards) $2,500 (16 awards)
Due Date: 12/15/13
Website: http://www.hsf.net/en/scholarships/programs/hsf-coca-cola-hispanic-heritage-month-2013-contest-and-sweepstakes-scholars

*Title: Haz La U Scholarship
Eligibility: Be of Hispanic American heritage, a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States.  Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Must be a current graduating high school senior enrolling at a two-year college or a four-year institution in the 2013-2014 academic year. Must apply for federal financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Requirements: Complete on-line application available the website below.
Amount: $15,000 (1 award), $2,500 (15 awards)
Due Date: 1/20/14
Website: http://www.hsf.net/Haz_La_U_Scholarship.aspx

#Title: Annual Signet Classic Scholarship Essay Contest
Eligibility: Juniors and Seniors
Requirements: Application – Essay based on the classic story of “Beowulf” . See website for details.
Amount: $1000
Due Date: 4/14/14
Website:  http://us.penguingroup.com/static/pages/services-academic/essayhome.html

*Title: Questbridge National College Match Scholarship Program
Eligibility: Seniors who have a strong academic record and an annual household income of less than $60,000 who are planning on attending a QuestBridge Partner college or university (including Notre Dame, Cal Tech, Penn, M.I.T., USC and Yale, see website for full  listing).
Requirements:  If you are interested in attending one of the colleges on their list you must complete a free on line application (most colleges charge an application fee – QuestBridge waives that for you) 
Awards: Over 200 scholarships for tuition and room and board!
Due Date: 9/30/13
Website: http://www.questbridge.org/for-students/ncm-national-college-match

*Title: Wendy’s High School Heisman Award
Eligibility: Seniors graduating in May 2014 who have a 3.0 or better GPA and who participate in one or more high school sponsored sports.
Requirements: Complete on-line application. Application must be reviewed by a school official. Please follow directions on website.
Amount: Wendy’s gift certificates in various amounts (no scholarship, but hey, you gotta eat when you are in college!), awards for your school and national recognition. The first 25,000 applicants automatically win $10 Wendy’s gift card!
Deadline: Must be submitted by 10/2/13
Website: http://www.wendyshighschoolheisman.com/about/

*Title: Horatio Alger Association Scholarship
Eligibility: Seniors who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents intending on pursuing a four-year degree (may start at a 2 yr. college) with a family adjusted gross income of $50,000 or less. Students should have a record of school/community service activities. 2.0 GPA minimum requirement.  
Requirements: Complete online application. Letter of support (Applicants must be logged in to the application process to access this. Faxes/emails will not be accepted.) You must submit an official High School transcript. Applicants have the option to either upload the transcript through the application or send it via mail. Faxes/emails will not be accepted. Online Certifications Form. Must be completed by applicant's high school. Copy of the front page of your parent/guardian's 2011 individual federal tax return (1040, 1040A, 1040 EZ or 1099 SSA-Social Security Tax Form).
Amount: $20,000 (106 awards given!)
Due Date: 10/25/13
Website: https://www.horatioalger.org/scholarships/index.cfm

Note: This scholarship open August 30th but you can register for information now!
 *Title: AXA Achievement Scholarship in association with US News and World Report
Eligibility: Seniors who plan to enroll full-time in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the United States for the entire 2014-2015 academic year- AXA Achievers are ethnically and economically diverse, but share these qualities: ambition, drive and determination, setting and reaching goals, respect for self, family and community and the ability to succeed in college.
Requirements: Application - Applicants are asked to describe in detail an outstanding achievement they have accomplished in a nonacademic activity or project.
Amount: State award $10,000, National award $25,000 Due Date: 12/15/13 or until 10,000 applications are received, whichever comes first – so apply ASAP!
Website: http://www.axa-scholarship.com/

Note: This scholarship will be open September 1st
*Title: Hispanic Scholarship Fund – General Scholarship
Eligibility: Be of Hispanic heritage, be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident with a permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551 (not expired), have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, have plans to enroll FULL-TIME in a degree seeking program at a two or four year U.S. accredited institution in the U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands or Guam during the 2012-2013 academic year.
Requirements: Application, essay, recommendations, and transcripts. Candidates are selected on the basis of academic achievement, personal strengths, leadership, and financial need.
Amount: Varies
Due Date: 12/15/13
Website: http://www.hsf.net/Graduating-High-School-Seniors-Scholarships.aspx

*Title: Gates Millennium Scholars Program
 Eligibility: African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific
 Islander American or Hispanic American; 3.3 GPA, demonstrated leadership, qualify for and receive a Pell Grant (determined by submission of  FAFSA in January 2014)
Requirements: Nominating form from professional educator based on outstanding   academic qualifications; likely to succeed in math, science, education, engineering or library science; strong leadership potential and demonstrated commitment to community service.      Recommender form from adult familiar with non-academic, community and work leadership activities.
Amount: Covers all un-met financial need to attend college (1,000 awards)
Due Date: 1/15/14
Website: http://www.gmsp.org/

*#Title: Annual Signet Classic Scholarship Essay Contest
Eligibility: Juniors and Seniors
Requirements: Application – Essay based on the classic story of “Beowulf.” See website for details.
Amount: $1000
Due Date: 4/14/14 Website: http://us.penguingroup.com/static/pages/services-academic/essayhome.html

ROTC Scholarships Note: The college or university you are attending must have an ROTC program for you to be able to participate. See each website for further information. Each of these scholarships requires a large amount of work on your part. It is advised that you seek the help of a counselor or other qualified adult in completing the requirements and possibly start as early as your junior year!  
Schools with ROTC Programs in Arizona: Arizona State University   (AZ) [A, AF] Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Prescott  Campus (AZ) [A, AF]
Grand Canyon University  http://www.gcu.edu/Admissions/Military-Students.php (AZ) [A] Northern Arizona University (AZ) [A, AF]
Pima Community College (AZ) [A] http://www.pima.edu/ University of Arizona (AZ) [A, AF, N]

Title: Air Force ROTC Scholarship
Eligibility: Seniors who are US citizens (or will be by the start of your first semester at college), will graduate in May 2014, at least 17 years of age within the first semester of the year you will enter college, min. GPA of 3.0 (end of junior year), min. SAT score of 1180 (reading/math) or ACT composite score of at least 26.
Requirements: Complete on-line application including personal statement and interview.
Obligation: Applying for an Air Force ROTC scholarship does not obligate you in any way. As a scholarship recipient though, you obligate yourself when you sign an agreement with the United States Air Force. If you are under legal age in the state where the school is located, your parent or legal guardian signs this agreement. You will agree to:
· Enroll in the academic major in which the scholarship is offered.
· Enlist in the Air Force Reserve and enroll in Air Force ROTC beginning with the 2014 fall term.
· Satisfactorily complete a four-week summer Field Training Field TrainingFour- or five-week encampment in which cadets receive officership training course at an Air Force base (normally scheduled between your sophomore and junior years).
· Complete the Air Force ROTC Professional Officer Course Professional Officer CoursePOC - ROTC course for juniors and seniors. .
· Accept a commission as an Air Force officer.
· Serve at least four years on active duty.
Amount: Full tuition and book stipend
Due Date: 12/1/13
Website: http://afrotc.com/scholarships/high-school

Title: Army ROTC Scholarship
Eligibility: Seniors who are US citizens, will graduate in May 2014, at least 17 years of age within the first semester of the year you will enter college, min. GPA of 2.5, min. SAT score of 920 (reading/math) or ACT composite score of at least 19. You may be asked to have your physical ability to be assessed.
Requirements: Complete application on-line (or download paper application), including personal statement and transcripts.
Obligation: Upon graduation and meeting all other requirements you will be commissioned as a second lieutenant and be required to serve on active duty for a minimum of 4 years.
Amount: Full tuition and fees OR room and board ($10k limit) – your choice.
Due Date: 1/10/14
Website: http://www.goarmy.com/rotc/high-school-students/four-year-scholarship.html

Title: Navy ROTC Scholarship (Note: Different requirements for Marine and Navy Nurse ROTC Scholarships – See website)
Eligibility: Seniors who are US citizens, will graduate in May 2014, at least 17 years of age within the first semester of the year you will enter college,  SAT minimum combined score of 1000 on the Math and Critical Reading portions of the test, ACT minimum composite score of 22, Armed Forces Qualification Test (AFQT) minimum score of 74. Navy and Nurse applications will use the highest scores from two separate tests. Marine Corps applications will use a single set of test scores. Test dates must be between December 2011 and December 2013 – earlier or later tests will not be considered. You may be asked to have your physical ability to be assessed.
Obligation: Midshipmen (does not include Nurses or Marines) starting their freshman year of college in the Fall of 2014 or later will be required to serve a minimum of five years of active military service. Additional requirements may be required for specific job assignments.
Amount: Full tuition and book stipend.
Due Date: 1/31/14
Website: https://www.nrotc.navy.mil/apply.aspx