Scholarships for Seniors
Updated 1/13/12
by Amber Sedino
October 07, 2011
Fallen Heroes Fund
(click here for application form)
The Fallen Heroes Fund provides scholarship support for the dependent survivors of service men and women and first responders who have died in the line of duty since September 11, 2001. As a supplement to financial aid and survivor educational benefits, Fallen Heroes scholarship awards will help to assure that the dependents of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and our community will have the financial resources necessary to obtain a post-secondary education.
ELIGIBILITY: Dependent survivors of active duty personnel or first responders who resided in this area at some time prior to their death.
CONTACT: Lubbock Area Foundation (2509 80th Street; Lubbock, TX 79423) phone:(806)762-8061
West Texas Paralegal Association Scholarship
(click here for application form)
This scholarship was established by the West Texas Paralegal Association to provide educational support for students pursuing a degree in a paralegal program.
ELIGIBILITY: Legal residents of Crosby, Floyd, Garza, Hale, Hockley, Lamb, Lubbock, Lynn, or Terry counties who are enrolled for a minimum of 6 hours in a paralegal program approved by the State Bar of Texas Paralegal Division.
CONTACT: Lubbock Area Foundation (2509 80th Street; Lubbock, TX 7943 - email: contact@lubbockareafoundation.org - phone: (806)762-8061)
WOMEN BUILDING BETTER COMMUNITIES- JUNIOR LEAGUE OF LUBBOCK SCHOLARSHIP
The Junior League of Lubbock (JLL) is pleased offer a $2,500 Volunteer Service Award Scholarship. The scholarship will be awarded to a female high school senior who has demonstrated an exemplary commitment to voluntarism. Click here to view past Volunteer Service Award Scholarship recipients.
Applications must be postmarked by Wednesday, February 15, 2012 and the criteria for selection are as follows:
- Female
- High School Senior
- College bound in the Fall of 2012 (to either a two-year college or four-year university)
- Resident of Lubbock, Lamb, Hale, Floyd, Crosby, Garza, Lynn, Terry or Hockley counties
- Demonstrated commitment to voluntarism
Click here to download an application.
The Community Council of the JLL will review each application and make a recommendation to the JLL Executive Board of Directors. The final decision will be based on the highest cumulative score based on (1) volunteer activities, (2) demonstrated impact of volunteer efforts, (3) continued commitment to voluntarism and (4) references.
The $2,500 scholarship will be made payable to the college or university to be attended by the recipient. The JLL will announce the award recipient no later than March 5, 2012.
For more information or to receive an application please contact Holly Haseloff, Community Vice President at 806.794.8874, ext. 253 or by email at community@jllubbock.com.
2012 FFA Scholarships Now Available
Each year the National FFA Organization awards approximately $2 million in scholarships designed to fit the diversity of our applicants. Scholarships are sponsored by businesses and individuals through the National FFA Foundation and are given for a wide variety of experiences, career goals and higher education plans. The selection process takes into account the whole student - FFA involvement, work experience, Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE), community service, leadership skills and academics.
Don’t Wait! The 2012 Scholarship application is available online from November 15, 2011 to 5:00 p.m. EST February 15, 2012. (Required Signature Page must be mailed postmarked no later than February 22, 2012.)
More than 1,000 scholarships available – only one application to complete! Click here for details and a list of this year’s sponsors.
Not an FFA Member? Don't Worry!
Cargill, Dean Foods, Foundation for Environmental Agriculture, Iowa Interstate Railroad Ltd., National Mastitis Council and Rose Acre Farms scholarships are available to non-members. Check their guidebook descriptions to see if you qualify. (FFA uses one online application for members and non-members. Applicants will be directed to the appropriate questions based on membership response.)
Have questions? Please send an email to scholarships@ffa.org. Office hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday, EST
Cargill Community Scholarship Program
WHO: High-school seniors living in communities near Cargill operations in the U.S.
WHAT: 350 one-time scholarships of $1,000 and a $200 grant to each recipient’s high-school
WHEN:
- Online applications are due February 15, 2012, at 5 pm EST.
- Recipients will be announced in May 2012.
HOW: Guidelines and application can be found at the following location: Community Scholarship.
NOTE:
- Application requires the signature of any Cargill or Cargill joint-venture employee from the general community where the student lives.
- If you do not know if a Cargill operation is in your greater community, please send your city, state and zip code to cargill@ffa.org.
- The program is administered by National FFA, but students do not need to be members of FFA to be eligible.
- Children of Cargill employees are not eligible for this scholarship.
Cargill Scholarship Program for Sons & Daughters – High-School Juniors
WHO: Children of U.S. Cargill or Cargill joint-venture employees
WHAT: 10 renewable scholarships of $1,000/year for up to four years ($4,000)
WHEN:
- Students apply in their junior year of high school.
- To be considered for this program, students must take the PSAT/NMSQT in October 2011 OR request alternate testing arrangements by March 1, 2012, by contacting National Merit Scholarship Corporation; see the Web link or your high-school counselor for more information.
- Online entry forms (very short) are due February 15, 2012.
- Recipients will be announced in Spring 2013, the students’ senior year.
HOW: Guidelines and application are available on any computer with Internet access: National Merit-Cargill entry site
NOTE: For Class of 2012 students who applied last year for this program: You will be contacted by National Merit by December 2011 only if you proceed to the semi-final round; the scholarships will be announced in May 2012.
Cargill Scholarship Program for Sons & Daughters – High-School Seniors
WHO: Children of U.S. Cargill or Cargill joint-venture employees
WHAT: 40 one-time scholarships of $3,000
WHEN:
- Students apply in their senior year of high school.
- Online applications are due February 15, 2012.
- Supporting documents must be postmarked by February 15, 2012.
- Recipients will be announced in May 2012.
HOW: Guidelines and application can be found at the following location: https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/cargill
SportQuest Playing With Purpose
2011-2012 Official Scholarship Application
Recipients of the Playing With Purpose award receive an incredible honor when they are recognized as a Christian Student Athlete! It is a testimony to their athletic and academic accomplishments, but most importantly, this recognition honors their commitment to a Christ-centered lifestyle.
Filling out and submitting this application will take approximately 10 minutes. Please contact our office if you need help or have any questions.
lease have the following information available when filling out your application: High School Transcript, Cumulative GPA, Weighted GPA, SAT and/or ACT Scores High School Address and Phone Number. Go to for more information www.allamericanaward.org/index
Deadline to Apply March 1, 2012
Carter's Country Outdoor Stores Wildlife Conservation Scholarships
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Amount:1500 |
Awards:50 |
Deadline:Jun 15 |
Open to graduating high school students, first and second year college students, including Carter's Associates' family members, and also advancing third year college students who are pursuing any outdoor field of study. ...
Open to graduating high school students, first and second year college students, including Carter's Associates' family members, and also advancing third year college students who are pursuing any outdoor field of study.
Contact:
Carter's Country Ranches Apache-Sombreito Ranches GPLLC 6231 Treaschwig Road Spring, Texas 77373 CORPORATE OFFICE - 281-209-1048 FAX LINE - 281-209-1078 E-mail: billcarter@carterscountry.net
Texas FCCLA Scholarship Information
Texas Association, Family, Career and Community Leaders of America offer several scholarships to members in support of their goal to obtain a college education. Most scholarships available through FCCLA are offered to students planning to major in family and consumer sciences. Scholarship applicants applying for scholarships through Texas FCCLA must meet both the standard requirements set for all FCCLA scholarships as well as the requirements specific to the scholarship in which the member applies. The standard requirements can be found listed below and on each scholarship information page.
FCCLA Standard Requirements:
All applications must be typed
High school and/or college transcript with class ranking must be provided
A copy of SAT and/or ACT test scores must be provided
Three letters of recommendation are required
Mail the application form and all supporting documents identified on the application form to FCCLA, postmarked by March 1, 2012.
Application forms and supporting documents submitted by fax, must be received in the
FCCLA office by March 1 at 5 p.m.
All recipients will be required to attend the FCCLA State Leadership Conference, April 2012 in Dallas.
All scholarship applications are submitted and processed through the state office, Family, Career and Community Leaders of America. Please submit all information to:
FCCLA
1107 W. 45th St.
Austin, Texas 78756
512.306.0099
512-442-7100 fax
Agricultural Mechanics Technical Scholarship
Beginning with the 2012 Show year, a $4,000 renewable two-year scholarship (totaling $8,000) will be awarded to five students to pursue an associate's degree in the field of Agricultural Technology; Diesel/Automotive Engines; Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning; Power Systems (electric or hydraulic) or Welding.
Eligibility: The applicant must:
- Have entered a project in the Show's 2012 Agricultural Mechanics Project Show or will compete in the 2012 Tractor Technician Contest Finals at the Show.
- Provide an evaluation completed by the student's agricultural science teacher or FFA leader.
- Participate in an interview process.
- Have made formal application to enroll with intent to attend an accredited, not-for-profit Texas college or university and participate in a curriculum leading to an associate's degree.
- Applicant may not receive more than $40,000 in other financial aid, excluding the Show scholarship.
Application
Application available in December. Click HERE for application documents.
Awards: Presented during the Show on March 18, 2012.
KFC SCHOLARS
Criteria and How to Apply
Colonel Harland Sanders has become a symbol of entrepreneurial spirit. In keeping with the Charity's commitment to young people and family values, the KFC Colonel's Scholars program will honor more than 75 graduating seniors who share that spirit and need help affording college.
Criteria for Application
- Graduating from high school this academic year (between 12/1/2011 and 8/31/2012)
- Enrolling in a public (state-funded) college or university within your state of legal residence (start date no later than 9/30/2012)
- Earning a minimum high school cumulative GPA of 2.75
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree
- A U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Demonstrate financial need
The Application Process
A student begins the application process by selecting the Apply Now! button. An account must be created with name, address, and email information. The student will be assigned a user ID and password, which will be required to log in, as often as needed, to complete the application.
Once the account is created, the student can launch the online application. At the initial launch, the student must answer six questions in the Check Your Eligibility section.
Eligible students may then proceed to the application, which consists of the sections listed below and must be submitted by February 8, 2012, before 5:00 p.m., central time:
- Academics
- Financial
- General
- Leadership & Participation
- Responsibilities/Activities
- Recommendation
- Certification & Release
Students have from December 1 to February 8, 2012, to complete all application sections. The Logout button saves the data, and students can log back in to relaunch the application and continue working as many times as necessary through February 8.
Very Important Notes
- You will need to remember your user ID and password through the month of May.
- Save your application frequently while logged in.
- Log out if you leave your computer.
- Be assured that your personal, private information will not be shared with anyone outside of the KFC Colonel's Scholars Program and selection committee.
- Security concerns prevent the use of bookmarks to return to pages within the application. (It's safe to bookmark this page.)
Students who are selected as semifinalists will be notified by email. The email will include additional instructions and important deadlines. Be sure to enter your email address correctly and keep your email account up-to-date.
South Plains Telephone Cooperative (SPTC) 25 $1500.00
To be eligible, a student must be a graduating senior in 2012, the son or daughter of a current member of SPTC, and currently receiving telephone service from SPTC. See Mrs. Sedino for more information and applications. Deadline is April 15, 2012
FRS Announces Four New Scholarships for 2012
The Foundation for Rural Service is proud to announce the creation of four new scholarships, funded by Manny and Leo Staurulakis, of John Staurulakis, Inc. (JSI), in honor of their parents, John and Chresanthe Staurulakis and to celebrate 50 years of service to the rural telephone industry.
The FRS Staurulakis Family Scholarships will provide four $5,000 awards and will give preference to students with an interest in science, math, medicine, or engineering.
These new scholarships will build on the existing FRS College Scholarship Program, which currently provides thirty $2,500 scholarships to students from rural communities ($2,000 from FRS and $500 from the local telco sponsor). The new Staurulakis Family Scholarships will be fully funded by JSI.
Since its inception, this program has changed the lives of nearly 300 worthy students. With the generous addition of the Staurulakis Family Scholarships, the Foundation will offer nearly $100,000 annually to help rural students attain a higher education.
The 2012 Scholarship Applications were sent out to telcos in October. Students with a focus in the sciences will be automatically considered for these new Staurulakis Family Scholarships. All scholarship winners are selected by a group of independent reviewers, who judge the applications on their merit.
The postmark deadline for this program is March 1st. Winners will be announced on May 1st.
Thank you to Manny and Leo Staurulakis of JSI for providing this opportunity to students in rural America!
More information can be found on the Foundation for Rural Service web site at www.frs.org.
NAVY ROTC SCHOLARSHIP
NROTC is a four year scholarship worth up to $180, 000, It is open to High School Seniors and college freshman. The scholarship pays for 100% tuition, books, and lab fees. There are over 160 major colleges and universities nationwide that have the NROTC scholarship program. The student is able to choose their college and major. After graduation, the student is commissioned as a Naval Officer. There is also a Nursing Option Available. Students will be commissioned as a Naval Officer. There is also a Nursing option available. Nursing students will be commissioned as Officers in the Navy Nurse Corp upon completion of a BS in Nursing.
Basic eligibility requirements: Applicant must be 17 years old by September 1 and no older than 23 by June 30th the year they start college. Applicants must be a U.S. or Naturalized citizen, have a qualifying SAT or ACT score or be in the top 10% of their high school class.
SAT: 530 Critical Reading/520 Math
ACT: 22 English/ 21 Math
Note: Students can immediately start an application online while awaiting SAT/ACT scores or class ranking.
Complete you application online at https://www.nrotc.navy.mil. For more information, please contact Chief Moya who is your NROTC Scholarship coordinator at 972-714-8300 Ext 243 or at 972-837-0888
FOUNDATION FOR Rural HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS (FRS)- $75,000 AVAILABLE
The FRS, in cooperation with the National Telecommunication Cooperative Association(NTCA), seeks to sustain and enhance the quality of life through Rural America by advancing an understanding of rural tekecommunications issues.
In 2012 the FRS will award thirty (30) $2,500 to rural high school seniors. Students may either be a apart of an NTCA or be sponsoped by an NTCA associate member, must be accepted to a two or four year college/university, have at least a c average, and express a commitment to moving back to a rural community upon completion of their degree. See Mrs. Sedino scholarship deatail, guidelines, and application. Deadline March 1, 2012
Crosby County Livestock Association Scholarship- $1,000
The Crosby County Livestock Association awards two $1000 scholarships each year. The scholarships are presented at the Crosby County Livestock Show.
Applicants must be graduating seniors from one of the three high schools in Crosby County and an active member of 4-H or FFA. Applicants must have participated in the Crosby County Livestock Show at least 2 of his/her 4 years in high school.
Interviews will place after the Christmas break. Applicants will be notified of interview date and time after all applications are received.
Applicants will be judged on Scholarship, Service, Leadership, Character, and Patriotism.
For more information, contact Melode Watson at 253-2729 or mwatson@esc17.net.
Application deadline is Monday, December 19, 2011.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Southwest Scholarship Program
Scholarships will be awarded to applicants who had a serious childhood illness or injury or had a sibling who had a serious childhood illness or injury which impacted the family. Applicants must submit an application to www.RMHCsouthwest.com . Deadline 1/27/12
The Goss-Michael Foundation
For seniors pursuing a career in the visual arts upon graduation. Application must be accompanied by an unofficial transcript, and essay explaining why you believe you deserve the scholarship, a paragraph about what inspires your art and what themes run through your art work. A paragraph about how you achieve you’re your vision and what mediums, methods, and tools you use in you artwork. You must also submit a CD with 10 original works, JPEG only. Deadline 4/30/12
APS Minority Scholarship
Apply to be an APS Minority Scholar
Any African-American, Hispanic American, or Native American U.S. citizen or permanent resident who is majoring or planning to major in physics, and who is a high school senior, college freshman, or sophomore is eligible to apply for the scholarship. Engineering physics and applied physics majors also welcome to apply. Deadline: Friday, February 3, 2012
Microsoft Scholarships
A Microsoft scholarship provides a leg up so you can pursue undergraduate studies in computer science and related technical disciplines. You’ll join a community of scholarship recipients from the United States, Canada and Mexico who share your passion for technology and academic excellence. It all adds up to achieving your primary goal—making a real difference in the software industry.
- Microsoft is offering four different types of technical scholarships for the 2012-2013 academic year to current undergraduate students: General Scholarships, Women’s Scholarships, Minority Scholarships, and Scholarships for Students with Disabilities. www.microsoft.com Deadline January 16, 2012.
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In 2008, the National Collegiate Athletic Association established the Jim McKay Scholarship Program as a means of recognizing the immense contributions and legacy of pioneer sports journalist Jim McKay. Under this program, one male and one female student-athlete are annually awarded a $10,000 scholarship in recognition for outstanding academic achievement and potential to make a major contribution in the sports communication industry. McKay scholars will be recognized as having demonstrated a unique aptitude and commitment to the communications field and promises to be a future leader in the industry. McKay scholars also will demonstrate the highest level of professional integrity, including the principles of truthfulness, accuracy, objectivity, impartiality, fairness and public accountability, with the element of compassion that so infused McKay's long and storied career. www.ncaa.org . Deadline is 1/27/12. National Restaurant Association Education Foundation- $ 2500 For a high school graduate who is pursuing a career in the food service industry. Essay #1: Personal Statement (Word Count: 350-1000 words)
will help you to reach your career goals.
Promotional Products Education Foundation
$1,000 each These scholarships will be awarded to outstanding students who meet all requirements for the One-Year Scholarships. Please complete the application for the One-Year Scholarships to be considered for these awards. www.ppef.us Application deadline is March 15.
$1,000 This scholarship will be awarded to a full-time industry employee for undergraduate or graduate level coursework at an accredited college or university. www.ppef.us Application deadline is March 15.
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Texas Tech-
College and Departmental Scholarships
Most Texas Tech University colleges and departments use the entering freshman, entering transfer, or current student scholarship applications. But, it’s a good idea to also check with your college or department about additional requirements or opportunities. You can search for this by your major or minor here. http://www.scholarships.ttu.edu/scholarshipsearchnew.aspx
Minnie R. James Endowment Fund- $2,000 annual scholarship- To qualify, students must meet academic requirements of Texas Tech University. They must be a U.S. citizen and a full time student (12 semester hours minimum).Preference will be given to students who show involvement in extracurricular activities and/or community service. Please pick up application from Mrs. Sedino. Deadline 2/1/12
Presidential Scholarships
Presidential Scholarships are awarded to incoming freshmen students based on test scores and class rank. No additional application is required. More information about Presidential Scholarships can be found here. http://www.scholarships.ttu.edu/Meritscholarship.aspx
Private or Third Party Scholarships
Students can go here to find a listing of private scholarships. Not all students will be eligible for all scholarships listed.
TTU Alumni EASI Scholarship
West Texas Running Club
Special Scholarships
Peace Officer Scholarship Application. For PDF reader
TTU/TTUHSC Employee's Dependent Application
SPIRIT Scholarship Application: http://copspiritscholars.avature.net/ssp
Terry Scholarship
Complete the Apply Texas application for admission to Texas Tech University by the December 15, 2011 priority deadline. Final deadline for all application materials is January 13, 2012. Eligible candidates are identified through their completed admissions file. For information on the Terry Scholarship as well as how to apply and who is eligible go to http://www.scholarships.ttu.edu/TerryScholarship.aspx The Terry Scholarship FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) can be found here http://www.scholarships.ttu.edu/TerryFAQ.aspx
Alumni scholarships-
Chapter Scholarships:
TTAA Chapter Scholarship Application
Black Alumni Scholarship Application
Raiders Rojos Scholarship Application
TTAA Academic Diversity Scholarships:
Equal Access Scholarship Application
- www.techsigep.org Sigma Phi Epsilon- $1, 000
Are you a high school senior looking for a scholarship that recognizes your achievements inside and outside of the classroom? Are you interested in developing both your mind and body as a way to live a complete life?
. Note that membership in to Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity is not a requirement in receiving the scholarship.
Sigma Phi Epsilon, the nation’s largest college fraternity, awards incoming freshmen who exhibit academic excellence, demonstrate leadership skills, and commit to well-being. The Ancient Greeks believed in developing a Sound Mind and a Sound Body as the way to live a fulfilling life. SigEp adopted this philosophy with the Balanced Man Ideal and since 1990 has awarded the Balanced Man Scholarship to some of the best students coming to campus.
SPC-
Minimum Requirements- Complete Scholarship Application, be eligible for admissions to SPC, most scholarships require full time enrollment (12 semester hours minimum), official transcript, ACT or SAT scores (ACT preferred). To be eligible for program specific scholarships applicants must indicate an intended major field of study on the scholarship application.
Complete list of SPC Scholarships can be found at www.southplainscollege.edu
Achieve the Dream Scholarship- This program is made available through the generosity of alumni and friends of the college. It is open to new or returning students. To be eligible, students must enroll full-time and have a minimum 2.5 grade point average. Awards are made based on academic merit, as well as, financial need.
Terry Albus Memorial Scholarship-This scholarship is available for a freshman or sophomore student at SPC who exhibits financial need. While the scholarship is not designated to a major area, first preference is given to students majoring in a science field. The scholarship award varies according to available funds.
To be eligible, incoming freshmen must graduate in the upper 50 percent of their high school class and enroll as a full-time student at SPC. Sophomore students must have a minimum 2.75 grade point average. In order to maintain the scholarship, students must remain enrolled in at least 12 hours and maintain a minimum 2.75 grade point average.
The scholarship was established by the Albus Family of Pep in memory of the late Terry Albus, a graduate of SPC at the time of his death.
John M. and Ruby Jo Bayne Memorial Scholarship
The John M. Bayne and Ruby Jo Memorial Scholarship is awarded each year to one full-time student. Scholarship amount varies according to available funds.
To be eligible, freshman or sophomore students must have graduated in the top 50 percent of their high school class and must maintain a 2.75 grade point average while attending college.
The scholarship was established by Ruby Popejoy Bayne in honor of her husband, John M. Bayne, who was a veteran of World War II and a retired professor of psychology and sociology at Howard College and Panola College. He was a graduate of Butler University and a staunch supporter of the mission of community colleges.
Carroll and Marcie Bowen Scholarship
The Carroll and Marcie Bowen Scholarship is awarded to a full-time freshman or sophomore student who exhibits financial need and who majors in any field of college study. Scholarship amount varies according to available funds.
In order to be eligible, applicants must have graduated in the upper 50 percent of their high school class. Recipients of this scholarship are required to maintain a minimum 2.50 grade point average and be enrolled in a minimum of 12 semester hours.
This scholarship honors Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Bowen who are business, civic and church leaders in the Levelland community. In addition, they are committed to the progress and development of South Plains College and the educational and career pursuits of its students.
P.O. Dominguez Memorial Scholarship
The P.O. Dominguez Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a deserving full-time student majoring in any field of college study. Scholarship amount varies according to available funds.
In order to be eligible, freshman applicants must have graduated in the upper 50 percent of their high school class. Sophomore applicants must have maintained a 2.50 grade point average in their college studies. Recipients must remain enrolled in a minimum of 12 semester hours and maintain a minimum 2.50 grade point average while receiving the award.
The scholarship was established by the children of P.O. Dominguez, all of whom are former SPC students. Mr. Dominguez was an employee of South Plains College for 20 years.
Farmers Co-op Elevator Association
This scholarship is made available by the directors of the Farmers Co-op Elevator Association in Levelland, Texas. Dependents of Co-op members are eligible to apply for the scholarship. To apply, submit a completed scholarship application and indicate on the application that a parent is a member of the Co-op.
John V. and Auvena Morton Memorial Scholarship
The John V. and Auvena Morton Scholarship is awarded yearly to students who display leadership potential and who demonstrate self-discipline and high moral values. Recipients are generally chosen from those students who do not receive assistance from other scholarship programs at SPC.
In order to continue to receive the scholarship after the first semester, recipients must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours with a minimum cummulative grade point average of 3.00 in the preceding semester.
The scholarship funds were made possible by Mr. and Mrs. John V. Morton of Levelland, longtime supporters of community college education. Mr. Morton served as a member of the SPC Board of Regents from 1957 to 1978.
Paul and Verna Musslewhite Scholarship
The Paul and Verna Musslewhite Scholarship is awarded each year to a deserving full-time student majoring in any field of college study. Scholarship amount varies according to available funds.
As a tribute to their parents, the daughters of Paul and Verna Musslewhite established this program to reward students who graduate in the top 50 percent of their high school class and maintain a 2.50 grade point average while attending college.
The late Mr. Musslewhite was a respected leader in the Hockley County area and a loyal supporter of South Plains College. He died in October, 1993. Mrs. Musslewhite resides in Levelland and continues to remain active in college and community activities.
Rusty Price Memorial Scholarship
The Rusty Price Memorial Scholarship is awarded each year to a full-time freshman or sophomore student majoring in any field of college study. Scholarship amount varies according to available funds.
To be eligible for this award, freshman applicants must have graduated in the upper 50 percent of their high school class. Sophomore applicants must hold a minimum 2.50 grade point average. Recipients must remain enrolled in a minimum of 12 semester hours and maintain a minimum 2.50 grade point average while receiving the scholarship.
This scholarship was established by Billy, Nancy and Dusty Price in memory of their son and brother, Rusty Price. Members of the Price family are business and civic leaders in Levelland and are concerned with helping deserving students achieve educational and career goals. Nancy Price died in 1994 in an automobile mishap.
C.M. and Cora Sanders Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a student who demonstrates outstanding academic and leadership potential. The scholarship was established by the late Mrs. C.M. (Cora) Sanders, a longtime supporter of the college, in honor of her husband who served as a member of South Plains College Board of Regents from 1957 to 1967.
Applicants must graduate in the upper 50 percent of their high school class. ACT or SAT scores are required for consideration. In order to continue to receive the scholarship after the first semester, recipients must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.00 in the preceding semester.
John L. and Vergie Belle Smallwood Scholarship
These scholarships are awarded to incoming freshmen students who are graduates of high schools within the South Plains College District are eligible for consideration. The scholarships are made available through the generosity of John L. and Vergie Belle Smallwood who were outstanding leaders in their church and community and were special friends of education. Although the Smallwoods had no children, they were committed to the value of an education and assisted students who wished to attend college. Their belief in the value of educating young people is continued through their generous bequest to South Plains College.
Applicants must graduate in the upper 50 percent of their high school class. ACT or SAT scores are required for consideration. In order to continue to receive the scholarship after the first semester, recipients must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.00 in the preceding semester.
The Smallwood Scholars program is funded from proceeds of the Smallwood Estate Trust which is administered by Citizens Bank in Levelland.
United Cotton Growers Co-op Association Scholarship
This scholarship is available for the dependents of members of United Cotton Growers Co-op Association. To apply, submit a scholarship application and indicate that a parent is a co-op member.
Alvin and Mary K. Walker Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship program is available to incoming freshmen students at SPC. Scholarship amount varies according to available funds.
To be eligible, freshman applicants must have graduated in the upper 50 percent of their high school class. In order to retain the scholarship, recipients must maintain a minimum 2.00 grade point average and remain enrolled in 12 or more semester hours. To apply, students must request and complete a scholarship application form.
This scholarship program was established by the friends and family of the late Alvin and Mary K. Walker. Both were graduates of Pep High School and attended South Plains College. Mr. Walker worked many years for K-Bar Texas Electric before his death in 1990. Mrs. Walker served as Hockley County Clerk until her death in 2003.
William L. and Nina Rose Walker Memorial Scholarship
The William L. and Nina Rose Walker Scholarship is awarded annually to a deserving student who resides in Hockley County and who majors in any field of college study. Scholarship amount varies according to available funds.
To be eligible, applicants must have graduated in the upper 50 percent of their high school class. Recipients of the scholarship must maintain a minimum 2.50 grade point average and must be enrolled in at least 12 semester hours.
This scholarship was established by the daughters of Mr. and Mrs. W.L. Walker, who are respected leaders in their church and community, as well as being longtime supporters of community college education. Mr. Walker served as administrative dean at South Plains College from 1961 until his retirement in 1981.
Misti Dawn and Tony Lynn Williams Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship program is made available to an incoming freshman who demonstrates leadership and academic potential. Preference is given to those who have not decided on a particular major field of study. The scholarship award varies according to available funds.
To be eligible, applicants must graduate in the upper 50 percent of their high school class and enroll in a minimum of 12 semester hours of college courses. To retain the scholarship, recipients must maintain a 2.50 grade point average while receiving the scholarship.
The scholarship fund was established by Mr. and Mrs. Jack Williams, in honor of their daughter and son who were students at SPC at the time of their deaths.
There are several other scholarships whose information was not available online please contact SPC for more information.
Deadline for all SPC scholarships is 3/1/12
Baylor
Carr P. Collins Scholar Program- $4,600 renewable for 3 additional years. Selection is based on leadership, academic ability, and commitment to community service. To qualify applicants must meet requirements for admission to Baylor, be in the top ¼ of their graduating class, have a minimum score of 1250 (Combined Critical Reading and Math) SAT or minimum score of 28 on the ACT, and be a resident of Texas for one year. To apply go to Baylor.edu/admissions/CarrPCollins or Scholarships@baylor.edu Deadline- 1/31/12
General Scholarships
- Horatio Alger Association: $20,000- To qualify you must have @ least a 2.0 GPA and require financial assistance to go to college. Apply at www.horatioalger.org/scholarships Deadline is 10/31/11.
Please tell Mrs. Sedino if you intend to apply for this scholarship so she can fill out the required counselor recommendation for you.
- John F. Kennedy Library Foundation $10,000 and an expense paid trip to Boston. Write an essay on an act of political courage by a U.S. elected official who served during or after 1956. For more information, registration, and to submit your essay, visit the Profile in Courage Essay Contest at www.jfklibrary.org Deadline 1/7/12.
- www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm - $500.00
- www.nace-foundation.org or www.uakron.edu/uakroncorrosion/Carboline-NACE Foundation Scholarship- $15, 000 Annually
Carboline, through its partnership with NACE Foundation, to assist students who wish to earn the nation’s first Bachelor of Science degree in corrosion engineering through a program beginning fall 2010 at The University of Akron. The scholarship is being funded through an annual donation to NACE Foundation from Carboline, one of the world’s leading suppliers of corrosion-resistant products. The first scholarship will be awarded for the university’s fall 2010 semester.
For more information about the Carboline NACE Foundation Scholarship, candidates can visit either.
Fuels and Petrochemicals Division Scholarship- $1, 000
The Fuels and Petrochemicals Division of AICHE (F&PD) is pleased to sponsor two $1,000 one-time awards to exemplary high school seniors who plan on studying engineering or science. F&PD is committed to introducing high school students to careers in Fuels & Petrochemicals through its programs, helping to fuel the industry’s need for top talent in the future.
Eligible applicants are graduating high school seniors with exemplary academic records and demonstrated leadership potential. Eligible applicants must plan to attend an accredited four year university in the fall and plan to major in engineering or science. Applicants must be sponsored by a member of F&PD. Members can sponsor up to two applicants a year. College acceptance letters and proof of registration must be presented to F&PD’s scholarship panel prior to disbursement of awards.
To apply go to http://www.aiche.org/Students/Awards/F_PDScholarship.aspx Deadline 1/31/11
We the Living Essay Contest Information
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Eligibility: 10th, 11th and 12th Graders FIRST PRIZE: $3,000, 5 SECOND PRIZES: $1000, 5 THIRD PRIZES: $300, 25 FINALISTS: $50, 80 SEMIFINALISTS: $25 Topics Select ONE of the following three topics:
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Go to http://essaycontest.aynrandnovels.com/WeTheLiving.aspx?theme=blue for more information. Deadline 5/5/2012
The Fountainhead Essay Contest Information
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Eligibility: 11th and 12th Graders FIRST PRIZE: $10,000, 5 SECOND PRIZES: $2,000, 10 THIRD PRIZES: $1,000, 45 FINALISTS: $100, 175 SEMIFINALISTS: $50 |
Topics
Select ONE of the following three topics:
- Explain the similarities and differences between the characters of Dominique Francon, Steven Mallory and Gail Wynand. How does each’s view of life and its possibilities differ from Howard Roark’s? How does this issue relate to the theme of the novel?
- Howard Roark discusses the motives, methods and functioning of both the altruist and the egoist. Do the lives of Peter Keating, Ellsworth Toohey and Catherine Halsey illustrate his thesis about altruists? Does his own life illustrate his thesis about egoists? Explain your answer.
- In conversation with Nathaniel Janss, Howard Roark observes that reason is something that "no one really wants to have on his side." Do the events of The Fountainhead show that Roark wants reason on his side while other characters do not? How does this issue relate to the theme of the novel?
Go to http://essaycontest.aynrandnovels.com/TheFountainhead.aspx?theme=blue for more information. Entry Deadline: April 26, 2012
- www.coca-cola.com –Up to $20, 000
Looking for well rounded students. Application is lengthy and must be filled out completely. There are 250 scholarships available.
- This is a highly competitive program and will require that you take the time to fully and accurately portray yourself. The information you collect for this scholarship application will no doubt help you present yourself for other scholarships and for your college admissions applications.
- Please do not be discouraged by the number of questions and amount of information requested. To identify 250 scholarship recipients from the millions of high school seniors graduating this year requires a significant amount of detailed information.
- www.rmhc.com – Ronal McDonald House Charities scholarship for students that demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, and community involvement.
General Eligibility Requirements
To apply for an RMHC scholarship, a student must:
- Be a high school senior
- Be younger than 21 years old
- Be eligible to attend a two- or four-year college, university or technical school with a full course of study
- Be a legal U.S. resident
- Live in a participating RMHC Chapter’s geographic area
- Submit a complete application and all required documentation by the deadline on the application
- Meet any additional eligibility requirements outlined by each scholarship program
- Provide verification of enrollment each year at respective accredited post-secondary institution
- essayhome.html -Essay Contest- $1000 prize
With an unbeatable lineup of over 300 of the greatest literary works the world has ever known, Signet Classics is the publisher that students, education professionals and the public turn to more than any other. Now, we are proud to host our sixteenth annual Signet Classics Student Scholarship Essay Contest, in which five high school juniors or seniors can each win a $1,000 scholarship award to be used toward their higher education plus a Signet Classics library for their school! Essays must be submitted by a high school English teacher on behalf of students who write an essay on one of five topics for this year's competition book, Emma, by Jane Austen.
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- www.acs.org - ACS-Hach Land Grant Undergraduate Scholarship- $6,000 renewable scholarship
The ACS-Hach Land Grant Undergraduate Scholarship is awarded to undergraduate chemistry majors who attend one of our 72 partner institutions and express an interest in teaching high school chemistry. Students are selected on the bases of chemistry aptitude, interest, and need. The selection process is administered by partner universities.
Scholars receive $6,000 per academic year for up to six years. Students must meet the award criteria to renew a scholarship. The scholarship can be applied to tuition, books, room and board, and other education-related expenses. The partner universities have oversight for the selection of scholars.
Who is Eligible?
To be eligible, you must:
- Be enrolled as a full-time student at one of our partner institutions
- Major in chemistry and complete educational program
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States
- Express the intention to teach high school chemistry after graduation
How to Apply & Renew
Contact the partner institution for application and renewal details.
The AICPA Minority Scholarship awards outstanding minority students to encourage their selection of accounting as a major and their ultimate entry into the profession. Funding is provided by the AICPA Foundation, with contributions from the Accounting Education Foundation of Texas Society of CPAs, the New Jersey Society of CPAs and Robert Half International. For over four decades, this program has provided over $14.6 million in scholarships to approximately 8,000 accounting scholars.
- www.elks.org
The Elks National Foundation provides more than $3.64 million in college scholarships each year through its three scholarship programs. The application process and deadlines vary for each program. All applications must go through a local Elks Lodge before reaching the Elks National Foundation office. Contact your high school counselor for more information or your local Elks Lodge.
- www.nraef.org - NRAEF Scholarship Program $2,500
The National Restaurant Association Education Foundation (NRAEF) is the leading scholarship provider for the restaurant and foodservice industry. Our goal is to award scholarships to motivated individuals who are committed to furthering their education and succeeding in the restaurant and foodservice industry. And this investment is paying off! A recent NRAEF five-year impact study revealed that 81 percent of NRAEF Scholarship recipients are still studying or working in the industry. Funded through generous donations from the restaurant and foodservice industry, the NRAEF has awarded more than $11 million dollars in merit-based scholarships to students and educators since 1987.
Lights! Camera! Action! $4000.00 in prizes
Make a video about electricity for Texas Co-op Power magazine. Only students whose parents are served by an electric co-op can enter. Visit www.TexasCoopPower.com for more information. Entries will be accepted from January 31- April 1, 2011.
Operation Round Up Scholarship $1000.00
A minimum of 20 scholarships are available, payable for $500.00 for two semesters during the student’s freshman year. Students must possess the qualities of honor, integrity, thrift, and good moral character. The selection community evaluates each student on grades, community and school activities, awards and honors, educational goals and financial needs. Applications can be completed online at www.SPEC.coop. Deadline March 1, 2012.
Golden Spread Electric Cooperative $1200.00
The scholarship is available to a student whose parents are a member of the Electric Coop and who are entering a Texas or Oklahoma college or university as a freshman and is paid out in four $300.00 installments through the students sophomore year. To apply students must possess the qualities of honor, integrity, thrift, good moral character, as well as have a sincere desire to achieve their education goals. Paper applications can be picked up in Mrs. Sedino’s Office. Deadline March 15, 2012.
Texas Rural Electric Women’s Association Scholarship- $1000.00
Twelve $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to Current TREWA members and their children. Applicants must also be a member or employee of a Texas electric coop or an employee of Texas Electric Cooperatives. Application may be obtained at www.trewa.org. Deadline April 1, 2011
