Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund
I. Qualification/Eligibility
a. US Citizen or permanent resident of US
b. GPA 2.5/equivalent or higher (out of a 4.0 scale)
c. High School Senior who will matriculate full-time at a US accredited four-year college or university within the fifty states or District of Columbia starting at the beginning of the fall semester or quarter of 2010.
d. Have demonstrated leadership abilities through participating in community services or other extracurricular activities.
As an eligibility guideline, the chairman wishes to emphasize that the selection process of these scholarships is based primarily on a “need” basis. The process involves four means of evaluation. They are (1) need, (2) academics, (3) community services, and (4) writing skill. These four categories are allocated points from a total of 100. The evaluators can give a maximum of 40 points for need, 25 points for community services, 25 points for academics, and 10 points for writing skills to any particular application during the screening process.
Mail the
complete application packet
so that it is received or postmarked on or before the deadline date of
March 31, 2010.
AEMP Foundation
Students interested in the heavy equipment diesel technician industry, and a GPA of at least 2.0.
The AEMP Foundation awards numerous scholarships valued at $500 per semester for up to four semesters.
To Qualify:
· Have an interest in a career as a heavy equipment technician
· Maintain a 2.0 GPA throughout high school
· Plan to attend a college or vo-tech program that offers a diesel technology program
· Provide all required supplemental information to the Foundation by submission deadline
For more information go to www.aemp.org in the “AEMP Foundation” section.
DIXIE SOFTBALL, INC.
Applicant must be a senior in high school and must have participated in a DIXIE SOFTBALL program for at least two (2) seasons. Applicant’s ability as an athlete will not be a factor in awarding scholarships. Financial need will be a factor in determining award recipients.
Send application and
ALL
required enclosures
MAILED & POSTMARKED BY MARCH 1ST
Columbia County Merchants Association Scholarship Fund Program
Criteria for Selection-
1. The applicant has satisfactory academic achievement. This is to be determined by reviewing transcripts and GPA of the applicant.
2. Show promise of continued academic achievement as evidenced by SAT/ACT scores.
3. The essay of the applicant will be reviewed for clarity, sincerity, and interest indicated in attending college.
4. That references reviewed and evaluated indicate scholarship, diligence, and social skills.
5. That the applicant is accepted for enrollment in an accredited college or university in the State of Georgia.
· Students should be a graduate of one of the public high schools in Columbia County.
· Be a legal resident of Columbia County for a minimum of 12 consecutive months immediately preceding graduation.
Application Deadline - April 2, 2010
Please see your guidance counselor for a complete detailed application!
The Alpha Theta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma
Offering a grant of $1500 to a young woman who is a 2010 graduating senior planning to enter college in preparation for the teaching profession.
Application Deadline – March 6, 2010
Please see your guidance counselor for more information!
Fort Gordon Service Club Scholarship
Eligibility- Any graduating senior in good standing at an accredited high school in the CSRA and either a military dependent of an active duty, retired, reserve or National Guard service member with a valid ID card or the dependent of a current member of the Fort Gordon Service club.
Judging Criteria- Eligible applicants will be evaluated on academic standing or trade aptitude, citizenship, character, participation in school and community activities, and the stated desire and sincerity for further education.
For more information refer to the website www.fortgordonserviceclub.org
Application Deadline – March 15, 2010
Hispanic
Scholarship Fund
http://www.hsf.net/
Eligibility Requirements
•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 2010-2011 academic year
•Must apply for federal financial aid by completing the Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
•Be pursuing first undergraduate or graduate degree
Apply online at
www.hsf.net
PCEA College
Scholarship
Professional Construction
Estimators Association of America
Your local CSRA Chapter awards annually one $1,000 scholarship to a college-bound student according to the criteria stated on the National Scholarship form. In turn, National PCEA awards five $1,000 scholarships chosen from the local chapter recipients.
Requirements:
1.
Applicant is responsible for ensuring that all items listed below are submitted
to the National PCEA Scholarship Committee
a.
Completed application form
b. One evaluation form completed by your high school Guidance Counselor or College Faculty Advisor. High School Principal evaluation acceptable where counselor information not available.
c. One evaluation form completed by an adult not related to the applicant.
d. Official Transcript of high school grades and latest SAT scores.
2.
Finalists may be interviewed by the Scholarship Committee.
Please see your guidance counselor for an application.
Application Deadline – March 15, 2010
GASSP (Georgia Association of Secondary School Principals)
Criteria:
· SAT Scores
· Resume
· Two letters of Recommendation
· Essay
Please see your guidance counselor for an application.
Application Deadline – March 31, 2010
2010 Jabez Sanford
Hardin Scholarship
The
scholarship would be provided annually to deserving students of the public high
schools of Columbia County. The scholarship recipient could renew the
scholarship each year by maintaining a college grade point average of at least
3.0 over the academic year and by maintaining fulltime status in college (12 or
more hours).
Criteria:
1. That a financial need exists for the student to attend college.
2. That the applicant has satisfactory academic achievement.
3. Essay
4. References
5. Accepted to accredited college or university in Georgia.
Please see your guidance counselor to obtain the application.
Application Deadline – March 26, 2010
Jenny Clark Memorial Scholarship
jennyclarkfund.com
The Jenny Clark Memorial Scholarship was established to celebrate the life of Jenny Clark, a 1998 graduate of Lakeside High School and Varsity soccer team player. Scholarships are presented in May of each year to scholar athletes from high schools in the CSRA who not only maintain high grades, but who demonstrate what we feel are some of Jenny’s best qualities, such as team leadership, positive attitude, willingness to help and friendly nature.
Please include the following items with your application:
1. Application
2. At least two letters of recommendation. One must be from your coach (club or school) and one from a teacher.
Please mail all documents to:
Tom & Carol Clark
3508
Gloucester Ct.
Martinez, Ga. 30907
Applications must be received by April 12, 2010.
Feel free to email any questions to Carol Clark at:
jemcmom55@hotmail.com