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** = last year’s deadline
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Due Date |
Scholarship Name |
Grade Level |
Information |
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September 15** |
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Senior |
Tuition
scholarships; requirements vary.
Applications available at www.neumont.edu/scholarships
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September 28 |
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Senior |
This award is in recognition of academic and vocational achievement, demonstrated leadership in school, community or other service activities. Financial Need. GPA of 2.0 or higher |
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Oct 1
June 16 (early deadline for discount price) |
National Foundation For The Advancement In The Arts |
Senior |
Students with talent the following areas: Music, Writing, Theater, Visual Arts, Dance Application fee $35. Awards from $100 to $3,000 to be used at subscribing institutions. Further information and application at www.artsAwards.org **Juniors, if this is of interest to you there will be an early application deadline in June.
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Oct 1 |
Wendy’s High School Heisman Scholarship |
Senior |
B average required. Excel in academics, athletics, and student leadership. A trip to NYC for Heisman Memorial Trophy Weekend. Up to $10,000 for your High School. www.wendysheisman.com |
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Oct 10 |
Outstanding Students of |
Senior |
3.0 GPA. Active in community service and school activities. Eight to fifteen $1,000 scholarships available nationally. www.outstandingstudentsofamerica.com
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Oct 15 |
National Merit Scholarship |
Junior Prep work. Apply as a Senior. |
PSAT
Test - - Selection of National Merit semifinalists is based on PSAT
scores during Junior year.
Juniors sign up and pay the $15.00 fee at the Business Office. Sophomores may also take the test as a
preview. Test to be given at
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Oct 22** |
Freedom’s Foundation |
Juniors |
Demonstrate
leadership qualities, high academic achievement, and exemplary
citizenship. May be chosen to attend
one of two sessions of the conference at the national campus in |
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Oct 22 |
Sterling Scholar Award |
Senior |
This
short preliminary application will be available to Seniors in the
College/Career Center or from Department Chairs beginning Oct 2, 2008.
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Oct 25 |
Make a Difference Day |
All ages |
Win cash awards for a charity by doing community project and submitting your idea to “Make a Difference Day” www.makeadifferenceday.com
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Oct 30 |
Horatio Alger Association |
Senior |
Seeks to assist students who have demonstrated integrity, perseverance in overcoming adversity, strength of character, financial need, a good academic record, commitment to pursue a college education and a desire to contribute to society. Senior students may submit or download an application at www.horatioalger.com/SCHOLARSHIPS/index.cfm $$ Range - $2,500 to $20,000 |
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Oct 31 |
Coca Cola Scholarships |
Senior |
National competition open to all students who will graduate in the 2008-2009 school year. Selection will be based on the character, personal merit, and background of each individual. 2,000 semifinalists will be notified in December to submit further application. 50 scholarships worth $20,000 and 200 scholarship worth $4,000. Applications on line at www.coca-colascholars.org
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Oct 31 |
The Prudential Spirit Of Community Awards |
9-12 Grade |
This award will honor one student (any age) from PHS who has demonstrated exceptional citizenship through exemplary, self-initiated community service. The activity must be an individual activity or an individual’s significant leadership in a group service activity. The selected student will receive a Certificate of Recognition and an opportunity to compete for state ($1,000) and national ($5,000) scholarships. Applications in the College/Career Center or on line at www.prudential.com/community/spirit
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October to February |
US Bank’s Internet scholarship |
Senior |
Will award thirty $1,000 scholarship to high school seniors planning to attend college full-time next fall. Scholarship award recipients are selected through a random drawing process. Students can apply online @ www.usbank.com/studentbanking
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Nov 1 |
Target Stores All-Round Scholarships |
Senior |
For
High School Seniors who have completed substantial volunteer service. Each of the approximately 978 Target
stores will award two $1,000 scholarships.
Nationally Target will award five $10,000 scholarships. For applications please see your local
Target store or visit http://www.target.com/
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Nov 1 |
Voice Of Democracy |
9-12 Grade |
National “audio essay” contest sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). To enter the competition, a student need only write and then record a short, three-to-five minute essay expressing their interpretation of the assigned patriotic theme: "Freedom's Obligation." The top national prizes range from $10,000 to $25,000. Local scholarships are: $175 for first place, $75 for second place, and $50 for third place. Competition deadline is November 1. For more information, contact Bob Washek at 301-607-9197. |
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Nov 7 |
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Juniors and Seniors |
"Imagine That!" is the theme of this year's John Hughes Young Writers Contest, an essay contest open to all juniors and seniors in Utah's public and private high schools. Essays should be about 1,000 words, nonfiction, and based on personal experience, observation or opinion. Essays must be received at the Deseret News no later than 5 p.m. on Nov. 7. They can be submitted electronically to youngwriters@desnews.com (no attachments, please) or typed (no handwritten entries, please) and delivered to the Deseret News at 30 E. 100 South or mailed to Deseret News Young Writers Contest, P.O. Box 1257, Salt Lake City, UT 84110. Include your name, address, telephone number and high school. |
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Nov 7 |
American Civil Liberties of |
Senior |
The ACLU of Utah is offering one $1,500 and two $750 scholarships to high school seniors who have taken a stand to protect civil liberties! These winners will be forwarded to the national ACLU which is offering 16 of the nation's most committed young civil liberties activists $12,500 each toward their first year in college.
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Nov 15 |
Daughters Of The American Revolution - Good Citizen |
Senior |
Senior who best exemplifies outstanding qualities of leadership,
dependability, service, and patriotism in their school, home and
community. PHS’s Good Citizen will
complete further application for the state and national contest. PHS’s Good Citizen will receive a pin
& a certificate. The division
winner receives a $250 cash award.
The national
Based on leadership and service. Seniors must complete a preliminary application to be considered for the following awards. |
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Nov 15 |
Dr. Marty Luther King, Jr. Youth Leadership Award |
Senior |
PHS’s nominee must have demonstrated commitment to social action, positive change, and cultural growth within his/her community. Award presentation at Kingsbury Hall at the U of U in January of 2007.
Based on leadership and service. Seniors must complete a preliminary application to be considered for this award.
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Nov 15 |
Principal’s Leadership Award |
Senior |
PHS to nominate one senior that is an outstanding leader and in the top 20% of the class. Nominee will be awarded a certificate of recognition and an opportunity to compete for one of 150 scholarships of $1,000 each.
Based on leadership and service. Seniors must complete a preliminary application to be considered for this award.
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Nov 15 |
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Senior |
PHS to nominate a senior who has an outstanding academic record, is an effective leader, and has a well-documented record of service within and outside the school setting. Nominee will be awarded a certificate of recognition and an opportunity of compete for one of 100 scholarships valued at $10,000 and $20,000,
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Nov 15 |
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Must
submit one-page personal statement, two letters of recommendation, etc. Scholarship winners will be announced at
the Utah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Christmas Gala in
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Nov 15 |
Team |
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To win, each team must design, build, and fly a model rocket that carries one raw egg to an altitude as close to 800 feet as possible and stays airborne for as close to 45 seconds as possible. Whoever is the closest to both and brings the egg back unbroken wins! For more information visit www.rocketcontest.org
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Nov 17 |
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Grades 9-12 |
Recognition
awards in photography, music, literature, film/video, dance, theater, and
visual arts. Contact |
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Nov 18 |
Intel Science Talent Search |
Senior |
Bright,
ambitious, senior science, math, and engineering students doing scientific
research. Awards from $1,000 to
$100,000 and a trip to |
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Nov 19 |
Hoby-Hugh O’Brian Youth Foundation |
Sophomores |
PHS’s
HOBY Ambassador will be an all-around outstanding sophomore. Applications will
be available in the CCC on Oct 28, 2008. Applicants will be judged by PHS’s
selection committee on your GPA, leadership ability, sensitivity to others,
and desire to communicate your knowledge to you peers. The HOBY Ambassador will attend a weekend
seminar somewhere in
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Nov 22 |
HOBY |
Sophomores |
An outstanding sophomore chosen to be a representative of Provo High School for the Hugh O’Brian Youth Foundation which is a youth leadership training conference. Last year’s conference was held in Aspen Grove May 5-7. www.hoby.org |
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Nov 30 |
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Junior |
Demonstrate leadership qualities, high academic achievement, and good citizen. Trip to the 2008 Spirit of America Youth Conference at Valley Forge. |
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Dec 1 |
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Senior |
Applicants
must intend to earn a degree in engineering.
At least a 3.5 GPA & 90%
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Dec 1 |
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Senior |
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Dec 1 |
Violet |
Female ages 14-17 |
$1,000
region awards given to those who volunteer to make the community and world a
better place. http://www.sislc.org/vra.htm or
contact Pat Murdoch patm@woodland-hills.com
for application |
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Dec 1 |
Shopko Scholar |
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ShopKo will be granting $1,000 scholarships to 100 students. Recipients are selected on the basis of academic record, potential to succeed, leadership and participation in school and community activities, honors, work experience, a statement of educational and career goals, and an outside appraisal. Application forms can be found at your local ShopKo Store or on their website at www.schopko.com |
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Dec 1 |
The |
Under 20 and
presently in high school or junior high |
Awards go to three finalists in the final round. 1st- $18,000; 2nd-$16,000 3rd-$14,000. Each first round winner who advances to and participates in the second round, but does not advance to the Final Round, will receive an additional $1,500 scholarship to pursue education beyond high school. |
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Dec 1 |
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Scholarship deadlines.
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Dec 2 |
Principal’s Leadership |
Senior |
Open major. Based on student activities, leadership, and academics. One nominee chosen by Student Government Advisor. $1,000 |
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Dec 9 |
Burger King Scholars |
Senior |
Senior with GPA of at least 2.5 who works an average of 15 hours per week, participates in community service and/or co-curricular activities, has financial need, and plans to attend college no later than fall 2007.
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Dec 15 |
The AXA Achievement Scholarship |
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State winner: $10,000. National winner: $25,000. Demonstrate ambition and drive. Determination to set and reach goals. Respect for self, family, and community. Ability to succeed in college. www.axa-achievement.com |
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Dec 21 |
Lynn Jensen Memorial Scholarship |
Senior |
Plan on a career as a school Counselor or public school teacher K-12. $500 award. |
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Dec 22 |
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Senior |
Daughter’s of American Revolution requires a written essay. A demonstration of patriotism, leadership, dependability, and service. $250 state level. $500-$3,000 national level |
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Dec 31 |
Veteran’s Tribute Scholarship |
Ages 15-18 |
Children or grandchildren of Veterans, active duty, Reserves and National Guard. Points awarded for being actively involved with VFW or Patriotic endeavors. $3,000-$10,000 |
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Dec 31 |
Hubbard’s Writers |
Grades 9-12 |
Entries must be original works in English. All types of science fiction, fantasy, and horror with fantastic elements are welcome. Prizes range from $500-$1,000, awarded quarterly. www.writersofthefuture.com/contest/writers |
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Dec 31 |
Hubbard’s Illustrators |
Grades 9-12 |
Open to new science fiction and fantasy artists. All judging done by professional artists. Cash grant of $500 each quarter. www.writersofthefuture.com/contest/illustr |
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January |
Free Application For Federal Student Aid
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This is the application for all federal Grants, work study programs, and Student Loans. It is also the first step for State Grants. Guys, if you are 18 years old, you must register for the Selective Service before you are eligible for any federal Aid. You can register at www.sss.gov. It is now possible to register as early as 17 years old and it will be held until you are 18. Apply for Federal Aid early, but
not before FAFSA Worksheets will be available in the college/career center after the Christmas break Apply on the web at www.fafsa.ed.gov To
sign your electronic application on the web you must have a
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Jan 6 |
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$1,000 grants will be awarded based on need, academics, leadership, references, and personal statement.
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Jan 10 |
2009 John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest |
Grades 9-12 |
The annual John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest invites high school students from across the nation to write an original essay about an elected official who has demonstrated political courage. www.jfklibrary.org |
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Jan 10 |
Elks - Most Valuable Student |
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Based on financial need, leadership and scholarship. Awards at local, state, and national levels.
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Jan 10 |
Elks - Special Needs Seniors |
Senior |
Recipients of the award must have some Physical Handicap which has been deemed sufficient to impede or restrict normal progress. State award of $1,500. The number of awards given will depend upon the monies available.
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Jan 10 |
Elks - Vocational Scholarship |
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Must be pursuing an Associate Degree in Vocational Education. |
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Jan 10 |
School Counseling Scholarship |
Senior |
For Seniors who plan to become a school counselor or public education teacher. Must have 2.5 GPA or higher and provide recommendations. |
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Jan 15 |
BYU – President Gordon B. Hinckley Scholarship |
Senior |
The top 5% of incoming BYU Freshman. A separate application, available only from BYU, is required. Tuition and a half for four years
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April 1 – |
Education Is Freedom |
Senior |
Renewable
$2,000 scholarships for eight
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Jan 15 |
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Senior |
For a high school senior with a career goal in education. PDK BYU Chapter will award one $500 scholarship grant. PDK International will award at least 43 international scholarship grants – Forty-two $1,000 grants and one $2,000 grant. click students then scholarships for application which must be received by January 15.
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Jan 20 |
Micron Science And Technology Scholars Program |
Senior |
Senior with an ACT score of at least 30 and a GPA of at least 3.5, and demonstrated leadership who plan to major in Engineering. Applications can be accessed at www.micron.csfa.org
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Jan 20 |
Sam Walton Community Scholarship Program |
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Non-renewable $1,000 scholarship Information at www.walmartfoundation.org Application at http://www.scholarhipadministrators.net Applicants must use the access code (SWCS). Application on line now. . . no need to wait until January.
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Jan 30 |
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Senior |
$500 scholarship to a senior planning an office-related career. Application at www.uaeop.org |
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Jan 31 |
Discover Card Tribute Award Scholarship Program |
Junior |
For a Junior with a GPA at least 2.75 who excels in leadership, obstacles overcome and community service. For full details and to apply visit www.discovercard.com/tribute.htm
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Feb 1 |
Be Your Own Boss UVU Entrepreneurship Camp |
Grades 9-12 |
The first 20 students to register will receive a full camp tuition scholarship . Tuition for the camp is $189 and includes all activities, breakfasts and lunches, awards dinner, books, t-shirts, business competitions, prizes, and the unique entrebucks auction! |
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Feb 10 |
UVU – Crystal Eagle/Outstanding Citizenship Award |
Senior |
A half-tuition scholarship at UVU for a senior with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Must be planning to attend UVU, have a desire to learn and share expertise, and have demonstrated qualities of leadership.
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Feb 15 |
Best Buy Scholarship |
Senior |
$1,000 or $2,000 scholarships to three graduating high school seniors in each U.S. Congressional District. Apply on line at www.bestbuy.com at the bottom of the homepage click on Community Relations. Applications available in January of 2009
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April 1 |
Are you cool enough for this scholarship? Award |
Senior |
Mr. Hirsche chooses his favorite student. You win $40,000 to use as you choose. Forget college! We’re going to |
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April 1 |
The Hillary Jarman Doctorate Scholarship |
Senior |
Mademoiselle Hillary Jarman will interview 17 students on a basis of eyebrow arch; skin clarity; nose hair production; and mole shape, size, quantity, and quality. $100,000 will be awarded to The Chosen One. |
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