Updated 2-1-10
College Visits at Humboldt High School
Students interested in visiting w/ representatives from the following colleges,
will meet in the HS Library at 12:56.
January 16, 2010 - Missour Southern State University Future Lion Day; register at www.mssu.edu/admissions http://www.mssu.edu/admissions or call 417-625-9364
January 18, 2010 - Missour Southern State University Honors Program Doscover Day (for students interested in the Honors Program); register at www.mssu.edu/admissions http://www.mssu.edu/admissions or call 417-625-9364
February 1, 2010 - K-State Engineering Day for High School Seniors, register at www.engineering.ksu.edu http://www.engineering.ksu.eduFebruary 4, 2010 - Neosho County Community College Panther Preview Day for Seniors, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (lunch provided) pick up RSVP cards in the Counseling Department or call 620-421-2828 ext. 233
February 5, 2010 - Emporia State University Black and Gold Visit Day with classroom experience; to set up the visit call 877-468-6378 or go to www.emporia.edu/admiss http://www.emporia.edu/admiss (apply for admissions by the day of the visit and you'll be included in a drawing for $1000 scholarship)
February 6, 2010 - Butler Community College scholarship auditions for music, theatre, dance and mass communications (students do not have to major in these areas to receive scholarships) for more information contact Larry Patton, 316-322-3328
February 10, 2010 - Cowley College Math and Science Day; register at www.cowley.edu/admissions http://www.cowley.edu/admissionsFebruary 11, 2010 - NEO A&M Senior Day, 9:30-1:30, lunch provided, register at neorecruitment@neo.edu or 918-540-6291
February 12, 2010 - Friends University Senior Visitation Days; RSVP at 316-295-5103 or www.friends.edu/schedule_visit http://www.friends.edu/schedule_visit
February 19, 2010 - Missour Southern State University Fine Arts Discovery Day (for students interesting in music, theatre, and art); register at www.mssu.edu/admissions http://www.mssu.edu/admissions or call 417-625-9364
February 27, 2010 - Emporia State University Black and Gold Visit Day; to set up the visit call 877-468-6378 or go to www.emporia.edu/admiss http://www.emporia.edu/admiss (apply for admissions by the day of the visit and you'll be included in a drawing for $1000 scholarship)
March 3, 2010 - Cowley College Fine Arts Day; register at www.cowley.edu/admissions http://www.cowley.edu/admissions
March 5, 2010 - Butler Community College scholarship auditions for music, theatre, dance and mass communications (students do not have to major in these areas to receive scholarships), for more information contact Larry Patton, 316-322-3328
March 5, 2010 - Emporia State University Black and Gold Visit Day; to set up the visit call 877-468-6378 or go to www.emporia.edu/admiss http://www.emporia.edu/admiss (apply for admissions by the day of the visit and you'll be included in a drawing for $1000 scholarship)
March 26, 2010 - Friends University Senior Visitation Days; RSVP at 316-295-5103 or www.friends.edu/schedule_visit http://www.friends.edu/schedule_visit
April 5-7, 2010 - Cowley College Senior Enrollment Day; register at www.cowley.edu/admissions http://www.cowley.edu/admissions>
April 23-24, 2010 - K-State Engineering Open House (parade Friday at 2:20pm; student displays and special events Friday from 5:30-9pm; student displays, tours, and special events Saturday 9am-3pm)
April 28, 2010 - Cowley College Junior Day; register at www.cowley.edu/admissions http://www.cowley.edu/admissions
April 29, 2010 - Friends University Junior Visitation Days; RSVP at 316-295-5103 or deb@friends.edu or www.friends.edu http://www.friends.edu/
May 31-June 4, 2010 - K-State Engineering and Science Summer Institute (ESSI) - problem solving team projects, applications available to students who have completed their Soph or Junior years in high school; applications due by April 19, 2010; apply at www.engineering.ksu.edu http://www.engineering.ksu.edu
Scholarships available
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Horatio Alger Scholarship
Students interested in this scholarship must intend to pursue a bachelor’s degree at an accredited institution, have critical financial need ($50,000 or less adjusted gross income), be involved in co-curricular and community activities, and have 2.0+ GPA. To apply visit www.horatioalger.org.
Amount: TBA Deadline: October 30, 2009
Toyota Community Scholars
Students applying for this scholarship must have an outstanding academic record, effective leadership, and community service addressing a school or community need. Student must be nominated by school offical.
Amount: $10,000 or $20,000 Deadline: December 1, 2009
Kansas Junior Golf Scholarship
This is an academic scholarship, but in order to be eligible, a student must have participated in a Kansas sponsored organizational program ie: High School Golf, Junior Golf, Kansas Women's Golf Association, The First Tee, etc. Scholarships are based in academic performance, leadership, and financial need. Visit www.kansasgolf.org and click on “Kansas Golf Foundation” and follow the links for “Scholarships.”
Amount: $1250 Deadline: April 2, 2010
AXA Achievement Scholarship
To qualify, students must demonstrate: Ambition and drive, determination to set and reach goals, respect for self, family and community, and the ability to succeed in college. Go to www.axa-achievement.com to learn more about scholarship programs. Download an application.
Amount: $25,000, $10,000, or $2000 Deadline: February 15, 2009
SAMMY 2010 Award Program Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year
Nominees will be based on five criteria: Academic performance (35%), athletic excellence (35%), leadership (15%), community service (10%), and milk experience (5%). Visit www.bodybymilk.com to apply.
Amount: $7500 Deadline: March 5, 2010
Senator Robert J. Dole Public Service Scholarship Program
Students applying for this scholarship must have a 3.0+ GPA, be involved in a significant amount of volunteer community service or public service activities, and plan on attending a Kansas Regents’ University (KU, KSU, WSU, FHSU, ESU, WU, or PSU). To apply visit www.sms.scholarshipamerica.org/senatordolepublicservice.
Amount: $1,000 Not available until January 2010
ESA Foundation Scholarship
Many scholarships are available for Kansas students. Visit www.esaintl.com/esaf for more information and scholarship applications. Students may apply for up to three scholarships and attend a designated college, university, or tech school listed on their website.
Amount: $500-$7,500 Deadline: February 1, 2010
Coca-Cola Scholarship
Motivated, dedicated, involved high school seniors are encouraged to apply. Must have a 3.0 GPA; apply online at www.coca-colascholars.org
Amount: Varies - 250 awards will be given out Deadline: October 31, 2009
Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) Essay Contest
High School Seniors are invited to write an in-depth essay explaining why free speech and First Amendment rights are crucial to higher education and how abuses of these rights harm the college experience (Freedom of speech on college campus). Entries can be submitted online at www.thefire.org/contests
Amount: 1st-$5000 college scholarship, feature presentations, all-expense pd trip to FIRE conference in Philadelphia; 2nd - two, $2500 scholarships; Runner-ups - five, $1000 college scholarships
Deadline: November 6, 2009
Prudential Spirit of Community Award
Available to all middle and high school age students
who have taken part in community service activities over the past year. Fill out an online application at http://spirit.prudential.com or www.principals.org/prudential (access key = "spirit") Complete the application and then print it out, and have it signed and submitted by your school principal. All state-level honorees will be announced in February and the top middle/high school applicants in each state will receive a monitary award.
Amount: $1000/Silver Medallion/All Expense-paid trip with a parent to Washington DC
Deadline: November 2, 2009
National Commission of Cooperative Education (CO-OP)
Students must have a 3.5 GPA or better, and be accepted into one of the National Commission Partner Institutions (Drexel University, Johnson & Wales University, Kettering University, Pace University, Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, Wentworth Institute of Technology). Applications available online at www.co-op.edu
Amount: 170 scholarships of $6000/each Deadline: February 15, 2010
KFC Colonel’s Scholars
Requirements for this scholarship include: 2.75+ GPA, enroll in public college or university within your state of residence, plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree, demonstrate financial need. Visit www.kfcscholars.org to apply after December 1, 2008.
Amount: Up to $5000/year Available online from December 1, 2009 - February 10, 2010
Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarships
History Buff? Enjoy Politics? Government or Military Service in your future? Visit gwcf.org
Amount: $1000-$7500 Deadline: January 15, 2010
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship
Applications for this scholarship are judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. Students can download applications at www.elks.org/enf/scholars or pick them up from the counseling office. Completed applications may be returned to Mrs. Wiarak in the couseling office.
Amount: $4,000-$60,000 Deadline: November 2, 2010
Elks Legacy Award
Open to any high school senior who is a child or grandchild (or step-child/grandchild or legal ward) of a living Elk member who joined on or before April1, 2007, or a charter member of a Lodge that was instituted on or after April 1, 2007. The Elk must be a paid-up member through March 31, 2010. Great-grandchildren are not eligible. Applications are only available online at www.elks.org/enf.scholars Completed applications may be turned in to Mrs. Wiatrak in the counseling office.
Amount: four, $4,000 awards Deadline: January 8, 2010
American Legion Scholarships
The following four scholarships are available to high school seniors who are in need of financial assistance and plan to enroll in an approved junior college, college, university, or trade school located in the state of Kansas. The applicant must be a son or daughter of a veteran; the parent(s) must have been a member of the Kansas American Legion and/or Legion Auxillary for the past three years. The sons or daughters of deceased members in either organization are also eligible if the parent’s dues were paid up at the time of death. The applicant must be an average or better student scholastically, and must show a high school transcript with GPA.
Hugh A. Smith Scholarship Fund
Amount: $500 Deadline: February 15, 2010
Ted and Nora Anderson Scholarships
Amount: $500 Deadline: February 15, 2010
Albert M. Lappin Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 Deadline: February 15, 2010
Rosedale Post 346 Scholarships
Two scholarships will be offered.
Amount: $1,500 Deadline: February 15, 2010
U.S. “Udie” Grant Scholarship
Average or better student scholastically,
must be a son, daughter, grandson, or granddaughter of a member of the Kansas Sons of the American Legion or a member of the Kansas Sons of the American Legion for the past three consecutive years (must include current year's membership, may obtain eligibilty though a deceased members whose membership dues were paid up in the year of the death. Applications will be available in the Counseling Office.
Amount: $500 Deadline: February 15, 2010
Kansas Son of the American Legion Commander's Scholarship Fund
Average or better student scholastically,
must be a son, daughter, grandson, or granddaughter of a member of the Kansas Sons of the American Legion or a member of the Kansas Sons of the American Legion for the past three consecutive years (must include current year's membership, may obtain eligibilty though a deceased members whose membership dues were paid up in the year of the death. Applications will be available in the Counseling Office.
Amount: five, $500 awards Deadline: February 15, 2010
Charles W. and Annette Hill Scholarship
Decendent of a member of the American Legion. Students must have a 3.0+ GPA, conideration given to students desiring to engage in the fields of science, engineering, or business administration.
Amount: $1,000 Deadline: February 15, 2010
American Legion Music Committee Scholarship
This scholarship is available to students who have distinguished themselves in the field of music and/or who will major or minor in music at an approved Kansas technical school, two year or four year college or university.
Amount: $1,000 Deadline: February 15, 2010
American Legion Shooting Sports Scholarship
This scholarship is available to students who have participated in an American Legion Shooting Sports program in the State and Regional Levels; must attend a college, university, or tech school in Kansas
Amount: $500 Deadline: February 15, 2010
American Legion John and Geraldine Hobble (LPN) Nursing Scholarship
Students must attend an accredited Kansas school which awards a diploma for LPN. Students must work in a health related institution in Kansas after receiving their diploma.
Amount: $300 Deadline: February 15, 2010
American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year
Must be a registered, active member of a Boy Scout Troop, Varsity Scout Team, or Venturing Crew chartered to an American Legion Post, Auxiliary Unit or Sons of the American Legion Squadron OR be a registered active member of a duly chartered Boy Scout Troop, Varsity Scout Team or Venturing Crew, the son or grandson of a Legioinnaire or Auxiliary member AND Received the Eagle Scout Award, Be an active member of his religious institution and must have received the appropriate Boy Scout religious emblem, have demonstrated practical citizenship in church, school, scouting, and community, have reached his 15th birthday and be enrolled in high school at the time of selection. Downlod application at www.legion.org/programs/resources/scholarships.
Amount: $250-$10,000 Deadline: March 1, 2010
Samsung American Legion Scholarship
Must be a high school Junior who participates in and completes either an American Legion Boys State or American Legion Auxillary Girls State Program and be a direct descendant, i.e. child, grandchild, great grandchild, etc or a legally adopted child, of a U.S. wartime veteran who served on active duty during one or more of the periods of war officially designated as eligibility dates of membership in The American Legion by the U.S. Government: WWI - April 6, 1919 - Nov. 11 1918; WWII - Dec. 7, 1941 - Dec. 31, 1946; Korean War - June 25, 1950 - Jan. 31, 1955; Vietnam War - Feb. 28, 1961 - Maya 7, 1975; Lebanon and Grenada - Aug. 24, 1982 - July 31, 1984; Panama - Dec. 20, 1989 - Jan. 31, 1990 and Persian Gulf War - Aug. 2, 1990 to cessation of hostilities as determined by the US government, applicatoin available online at www.legion.org.
No Deadline listed, but applications are generally submitted ot program staff upon arrival at your respective Boys/Girls State Program
American Legion Dr. “Click” Cowger Baseball Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a student who has participated in American Legion Baseball. Applications will be available in the Counseling Office
Amount: $500 Deadline: July 15, 2010
American Legion Baseball Leadership
This is awarded to an American Legion certified baseball player whose name appears on American Legion Baseball’s Form #1 that has been filed with National Headquarters. Applications will be available in the Counseling Office
Amount: $1,000 Deadline: July 15, 2010
American Legion Paul E. Flaherty Athletic Scholarship
Applications will be available in the Counseling Office.
Amount: $250 Deadline: July 15, 2010
American Legion Jay B. Thielen Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a high school boy or girl who has participated in school athletics. Applications will be available in the Counseling Office
Amount: $500 Deadline: February 15, 2010
American Legion Oratorical Contest
On January 9, 2010, Students must compete in Overland Park Post #370, 7500 S. 75th, Overland, Park, Ks 66204 on January 23, 2010 at 9:00 am at the district competition and if successful, will compete at several different levels for a chance to win $18,000 for first at the national contest, entry deadlines for the district competition are due two weeks prior to the contest, applications available in the counseling department or more information available at www.legion.org.
Kansas Ethnic Minority Scholarship
Applications available at www.kansasregents.org
Amount: $1,850 annually Deadline: May 1
Kansas Nursing Service Scholarship
Applications available at www.kansasregents.org
Amount: $2,500 yearly Deadline: May 1
Kansas Teacher Service Scholarship
Applications available at www.kansasregents.org
Amount: $5,100 Deadline: May 1
Kansas Association of Directors of Plant Facilities
These scholarships are available to seniors of custodial workers. Students must plan to attend a Kansas college. Judging is based on ACT/SAT scores, GPA, classes taken in high school, financial need, work activities, and extracurricular activities. See Mrs. Wiatrak for more details.
Amount: $250, $500, or $1,000 Not available until February 2010
Kansas Society of Certified Public Accountants
This scholarship is awarded to students entering a Kansas college or university during the fall of 2010. Students who rank high in ACT or SAT examinations and plan to major in accounting may apply. See Mrs. Wiatrak to have your ACT score sent to the KSPCA and then they will send a questionaire to the applicant.
Amount: $500-$1,300 Deadline: March 9, 2010
KACRAO "Quality Leadership" Scholarship
This award is to encourage students who have demonstrated quality leadership during their high school years. Students must have a 3.25+ GPA and 22+ ACT. Applications online at www.kacrao.org or in high school counselor's office.
Amount: Four $500 Scholarships Deadline: March 12, 2010
Kansas Board of Regents Vocational Education Scholarship
This program is for Kansas students who plan to enroll in a designated one or two-year vocational program in the state of Kansas. The test is given twice a year and there is a $10 exam fee; applications available at www.kansasregents.org/financial_aid/awards.html or in the counseling office
Amount: $500 Deadline: October 15, 2009
Kansas Breaking Traditions Scholarship Competition
This scholarship competition is to recognize outstanding male and female students who are enrolled in a gender nontraditional field of study. The Student Application Packet is available online at www.kansasregents.org. Select the Adult Education/Career & Technical Education tab. Then click the Career & Tech Ed tab and the application is located in the Other Resources column.
Amount: $500 Deadline: March 12, 2010
Steve Harper Memorial Scholarship
Students applying for this scholarship must have plans to attend a four-year college or university in the state of Kansas and study photography or natural resources curriculum. Scholarships are based on strength of application, academic performance, and financial need. Applications will be available from Mrs. Wiatrak in the counseling office.
Amount: $1,000 Deadline: Available at a later date
Community National Bank Pittsburg State University Scholarship
This scholarship is available for students attending Pittsburg State University. Students must be enrolled as a full time student. Community National Bank employees and their immediate family are not eligible to win the scholarship. Applications will be available from Mrs. Wiatrak in the counseling office.
Amount: $500 Deadline: Available at a later date
R.E. French Family Educational Foundation
Final decisions and selections will be made based on the applicants: GPA, test scores, financial need, chosen course of study, motivation, and character. Applications will be available from Mrs. Wiatrak in the counseling office. Return all completed applications to Mrs. Wiatrak. Students are encouraged to attend the OPEN HOUSE of the R.E. French Educational Foundation on November 13, 2009 from 2-5pm (215 Main St., Gridley, Ks)
Amount: TBA Deadline: March 25, 2010
Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund Application
Requirements for this scholarship include: 2.5+ GPA, four-year college or university attendance, and leadership abilities through community services, extra curricular, or other activities. Applications will be available from Mrs. Wiatrak in the counseling office.
Amount: TBA Deadline: Available at a later date
LaHarpe High School Alumni Scholarship
Students applying for this application should graduate from an Allen County high school. Scholarships are based on scholastic achievement, overall citizenship characteristics and financial needs. Applications will be available from Mrs. Wiatrak in the counseling office.
Amount: Four $500 Scholarships Deadline: April 1, 2010
Kansas County Clerks/Elected Officials Association Scholarship Application
Students applying for this scholarship should be pursuing a degree in journalism, political science, or communications for a chosen career. Applications will be available from Mrs. Wiatrak in the counseling office.
Amount: $500 Deadline: Available at a later date
Robert L. “Bob” Sebbert Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is for students that have participated in vocational agriculture, welding, or construction classes at HHS and plan to attend a vocational or technical school. Applications will be available from Mrs. Wiatrak in the counseling office.
Amount: TBA Deadline: Available at a later date
Coterie Scholarship
This application is for Allen County residents. Students must plan on attending a four year college, junior college, or a trade/specialty school. Scholarships are based on grades, ACT scores, and financial need. Applications will be available from Mrs. Wiatrak in the counseling office.
Amount: $300 Deadline: Available at a later date
William Preston & Belvah McFadden Scholarship
Applicants must be a resident of Allen County, Kansas or a child of a resident of Allen County, Kansas. Students can not have classroom credits from any community college, nor can they take community college classes during the period they are receiving McFadden Scholarship Money. Students must plan to attend, as a full-time student, a four year college or university that is part of the state of Kansas Board of Regents system (Emporia, Fort Hays, KU, K-State, Pitt State, Washburn, or Wichita) and have taken the ACT. Transcripts, Attendance records, and a recent photograph must be submitted with the application. GPA and ACT are more important than financial need, extracurricular activities or other information requested on the application. Applications available in the Couseling office. Return completed applications in to Mrs. Wiatrak
Amount: $2500/semester (may very) Deadline: November 1, 2009
Herbert Q. Adams and Elberta E. Adams Scholarship Fund
Scholarships are available in the following areas: 1). Teaching: Students must be at least a junior in college in the Fall 2009 semester and be in the teacher education program. (Graduate students are not available). 2). Bookkeeping: Students must enter a qualifying bookkeeping program at a Kansas educational institution offering such a curriculum for post-high school students. 3). Carpentry: Students must enroll in a qualifying carpentry, building construction technology, or building trades curriculum at a Kansas educational institution offering such a curriculum for post-high school students. (Graduate students are not eligible). Applications will be available from Mrs. Wiatrak in the counseling office.
Amount: TBA Deadline: April 30, 2010
US Army Reserves
Currently will pay students full tuition/books/fees at almost any college/university/vo-tech/two year school in the United States (up to $4500/year), give them up to $20,000 sign on bonus, a monthly stypen of up to $329/month, a GI Bill Kicker or up to $350/month and students must commit to one weekend a month for six years, some students may apply for a deployment deferrment for up to three years guaranteeing them they can not be deployed for three years. Several job options to choose from for the weekend commitments. IMore information available in the counseling department.
Monthly Drawings - NextSTEP, $1000/month, enter to win at www.nextSTEPmag.com http://www.nextstepmag.com
Coffeyville Community College Sports and/or Medicine Scholarship
Students must be looking at a future career in health care such as Athletic Training, Nursing, Pre-medicine, EMT, Physical Therapy, etc., scholarship will cover books, tuition, room and board, for around $1500 a semester.
Barton Community College Sports Medicine Scholarship
Provides 20 students a books and tuition award for students taking a minimum of 12 hours and with a 2.0 GPA to join the training staff each semester, interested students need to apply at http://www.bartonnccc.edu/sports/sportsmedicine/default.htm or call Ken Henderson 620-792-9371
Washburn Leadership Scholarship
Up to $8000 in awards, apply online at www.washburn.edu/leadership or in the counseling department.
Deadline January 8, 2010
- KU Madison and Lila Self Engineering Leadership Fellows (SELF) Program for engineering and computer science students, $20,000, four year financial package paired with an enrichment program for students who will make a difference in business and industry, 10-15 available, must have strong aptitude in math and science, applications available at www.engr.ku.edu/self.
Deadline January 15, 2010
KU School of Music Audition Dates
Scholarships, apply at www.music.ku.edu
Deadline January 29 & 30, 2010
KU Hixson Opportunity Award
Students must be admitted into KU, have faced personal challenges or hardship, have a minimum ACT score of 21, earned at least a 2.0 GPA, demonstrate financial need, be a first generation student to earn a four year degree; awards are for $5000 a year, renewable for a total of four years, applications available online at www.scholarships.ku.edu/hixson.shtml or in the counseling department.
Deadline February 1, 2010
Pittsburg State Honors Program
Students must have a minimum GPA of 3,5 and ACT score of 28, twelve awards for $9500/year for four consecutive years with an optional $2000 study abroad stipend, twelve awards for $4500/year for four consecutive years with an optional study abroad stipend, apply online at www.pittstate.edu/academics/honors.
Deadline February 1, 2010
Bethany College (Lindsborg) Full Tuition Scholarship Competition
Students must meet two of the three criteria (hold a 3,5 GPA or higher, Score 25 or higher on the ACT, rank in the top 25% of their graduating class, eligible students can compete for the scholarship on February 13th and will be asked to write an essay and interview with faculty as part of the competition, interested students need to see Mrs. Wiatrak.
Deadline February 13, 2010
USA Funds
Applicants must show economic need, up to 50% of the scholarships will be targeted to students who, in addition to demonstrating financial need, are members of an ethnic minority group or are physically disabled, details about the scholarship are available at www.usafunds.org/scholarship.
Deadline February 15, 2010
Emporia Freshman Hornet Scholarships
These scholarships range from $700-$2000 with a 3,0 GPA and 22 ACT, applications and complete list of scholarships available at www.emporia.edu/finaid/scholarships.
Deadline February 15, 2010
Kansas Highway Patrol American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary Cadet Law Enforcement Academy Scholarship
The academy will take place June 13-18, 2010, applications available in the counseling department and completed applications must be turned back in to Mrs. Wiatrak for submission to the local legion - DO NOT SEND Applications to the state level!!
Deadline February 15, 2010
Kansas City Associated Equipment Distributors Scholarship
Applicants must be enrolled a minimum of 12 hours a semester, be pursuing an associate of applied science degree of certificate in Diesel Mechanics or Heavy Equipment Repair, have a minimum of 2,5 GPA, $1000/year ($500 each semester), scholarships good at participating schools ( Pittsburg State, Fort Scott Community, Oklahoma State, Illinois Central, Parkland College (IL), Linn State Tech (MO), Des Moines Area Community, Northland Career Center (MO), Grand River Tech (MO), Northeast Ks. Area Tech. School, Iowa Western Community, Metro Community College - South Omaha, North Central Kansas Tech, Pratt Community, Indian Hills Community, Southeast Community (NE), Ozark Tech Community (MO), Western Iowa Community, Salina Area Vo-Tech, KAW Area Tech (Topeka), Southwest Area Career Center (MO), St. Louis Community - Forest Park; applications available in the counseling office.
Deadline March 15, 2010
Dillendoffer Endowment Scholarship
This four year scholarship for gay/lesbian/bisexual, or transgendered (GLBT) teens at a Kansas or Missouri College or University, must have at least a 2.5 GPA, demonstrate they have made a difference through community involvement and school activities, $10,000 anually for 4 years of tution, applications and more information available at www.dillenkoffer.org.
Deadline March 15, 2010
North Central Kansas Technical College
Students need a referral from a high school or college instructor to receive a $1000 scholarship. Students must possess a good work ethic, self motivation, honesty, and high levels of skill and ability in the areas of technical education. contact (Beloit) 800-658-4655 or (Hays) 888-567-4297 for more information.
2010 NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award
Applicants must be an entrepreneur or have the dreams of owning their own business, visit www.NFIB.com/YEA for more information.
Celebrate Leadership Tomorrow25 Competition
For all high school juniors who demonstrate skills including: initiative, citizenship, intelligence, academic accomplishment, technological savvy, cultural awareness, social responsibility, and a commitment to making a difference in their school, community, or society, if interested in being nominated, please see Mrs. Wiatrak in the counseling department, winners will receive an all expense paid trip to the 2010 Bentley Leadership Forum, presented by Time Magazine.
Deadline January 15, 2010
JFK Profile in Courage Essay Contest
For all students in 9-12th grades, essay must be less than 1000 words demonstrating an understanding of political courage as described by JFK in Profiles in Courage. Must use at least five varied sources such as newspaper articles, books, and/or personal interviews, for complete guidelines go to www.jfklibrary.org. First place is $5000 cash and a $5000 savings plan.
Deadline January 9, 2010
KU SigEp Scholarship
Applicants must be incoming male students to the University of Kansas who demonstrate balance and overall excellence, scholarships may be picked up in the counseling department.
Deadline January 31, 2010
ACACIA Fraternity Scholarship
Applicants must be young men planning on attending Kansas State University, do not need to be a member of the fraternity, will award one $1000 scholarship and two $500 scholarships, applications available in the counseling office.
Deadline February 1, 2010
Wichita State Physics Dept. Scholarships
Must be a physics major, scholarships include the Ralp and Ina Shenk, Jean and Henry Unruh, Douglas Knight, and Nelson S. Ladd - contact Jason Ferguson at jason.ferguson@wichita.edu.
Deadline February 1, 2010
Ayn Rand Anthem Essay Contest
Essay must be between 600 - 1,200 words, students can choose one of three topics, students ranging from 8th -12th grades may participate. For information on how to submit essays, visit the website, www.aynrandeducation.com.
Deadline March 20, 2010
Cynthia Ruth Russell Memorial Grant
A grant for the physically challenged (handicapped) available through the Kansas Masonic Foundation, amounts will vary with two awards being offered for the 2010-11 school year. Written requests for an application form and financial aid verification form my be sent to Kansas Masonic Foundation, Inc, PO Box 1217, Topeka, Ks 66601-1217.
Deadline April 15, 2010
Herbert Q. Adams and Elberta E. Adams Scholarship
Purpose is to assist students obtaining an education in the fields of teaching (must be a junior in college), bookkeeping (not accounting), and carpentry at a Kansas college, university, two-year or vocational/certificate program. Applications available in the counseling office.
Deadline April 30, 2010
Best Buy @ 15 Scholarship Program
Students must be in high school (9-12), must have solid grades, be involved in volunteer community service or work experience, 1000 scholarships of $1000 awarded, apply at www.bestbuy.com/scholarships or www.at15.com
Deadline February 15, 2010
KOHL'S Kids Who Care Scholarship Program
Designed to recognize students with scholarships and prizes for their outstanding volunteering and efforts to benefit thier community. Anyone can nominate an outstanding youth (ages 6-18) in their community by visiting www.kohlskids.com.
February 1-March 15, 2010
Berri Mitchell Memorial College Scholarships
High school seniors with Asthma and/or Allergies, $1000 scholarship and the application includes a section to be completed by your physician, to apply go to www.aafakc.org and click on Programs and Events, then click on Berri Mitchell Scholarship Fund to access the application
Deadline March 1, 2010
Phi Kappa Theta Man of Faith Scholarship - awarded to two incoming male freshman who have exemplified faith and academics as priorities throughout their high school career, $1000 scholarship, candidates DO NOT have to be pledging Phi Kappa Theta - applications available in the Counseling Department
Deadline February 1, 2010
AFA Teens (Alzheimers Foundation of America), $5000 schoalrship for a deserving college bound student who plans on entering a 4 year college/university within 12 months of the scholarship deadline, applicants must write an essay about how Alzheiimer's disease has changed or impacted your olife and what you ahve learned about yourself, your family and/or your community in the face of coping with Alzheimer's disease, apply at www.afateens.org
Deadline February 15, 2010
Nina McGee Fellers
This award is based primarily on character. Other considerations include:
Attending a college or vo-tech in the state of Kansas, financial need, and
future plans.
Amount: TBA Deadline: Available at a later date
Dean A. McGee
This award considers an applicant’s scholarship, participation in school
and civic activities, financial situation, leadership qualities, citizenship,
and attitudes.
Amount: TBA Deadline: Available at a later date
Bryan J. Dunn
To receive this scholarship, a student must have consistently been involved as
an athlete during his/her high school career and be in good standing.
Amount:
TBA Deadline: Available at a later date
Lindsey Friederich
This award is based on a student’s extracurricular activities, community
involvement, and a 250-word essay.
Amount: TBA Deadline: Available at a later date
Frank Hemphill
To receive this scholarship, a student must have consistently been involved as
an athlete during his/her high school career and be in good standing.
Amount:
TBA Deadline: Available at a later date
John 'Dakota' Karr
To be considered for this scholarship a student should have a interest in the arts or graphic arts. Preference will be given to a student who has taken classes @ HHS in these two areas.
Amount:
TBA Deadline: Available at a later date
Mark A. Sanchez
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must have been a member of the Humboldt
High School Varsity Football/Basketball team, maintain at least a 3.0 GPA and submit letters
of recommendation from two Humboldt High School faculty members and one Varsity
Football Coach. Additionally, you will be required to submit a brief narrative
describing your future college and career plans.
Amount: TBA Deadline: Available at a later date
Coffeyville Community College
Kansas Enhancement Scholarship
Housing, meals, tuition and books are offered for less than $1,500 a semester. Eligible activities for the scholarship are agriculture, art, athletic training, broadcasting, choral music, horticulture, instrumental music, livestock judging, meats judging, Native American leadership, student government, theatre, presidential scholars, cheer, and dance.
Fort Hays State University
ACT Scholarship Awards for Freshmen
ACT SCORE AWARD
30-36 $2,0000
28-30 $1,200
24-27
$800
22-23 $700
21
$500
Kansas University
Sigma Phi Epsilon Balanced Man Scholarship
This scholarship is for students who have exhibited all-around excellence in developing sound mind and sound body in their lives.
Amount: TBA Deadline: February 1, 2009
Kansas State University
Acacia Fraternity Leadership Scholarship
This scholarship is a one-time scholarship awarded to incoming male freshman at Kansas State University who displays excellence in academics, motivation for personal success, and an interest in studying the principles of leadership.
Amount: $1000 Deadline: February 1, 2009
McPherson College
Merit Scholarships (Determined by GPA and ACT/SAT Scores)
Founders Scholarship $8,000
Provost Scholarship $6,000
Academic Excellence Scholarship $4,000
Red and White Award $2,500
Academic Scholarships
Presidential Scholarship $500-$4,000
Qualifications (Must meet 2 out of 3): 25+ ACT, 3.5+ GPA, Rank in top 20% of class
Date for Competition: February 14, 2009
Academic Competition (visit www.mcpherson.edu to learn more) up to $1,000
Pittsburg State University
Academic Achievement Award
This award is based on a student’s cumulative high school GPA and ACT score. The award is based on the following scale:
ACT SCORE
GPA 21 22 23 24-25 26-27 28+
3.2-3.4 $100 $100 $200 $400 $600 $1000
3.5-3.7 $100 $200 $300 $500 $700 $1000
3.8-4.0 $100 $200 $300 $500 $700 $1000
To qualify for this scholarship must apply to PSU and be accepted, send or fax your 6th or 7th semester
transcript and send your ACT score.
Honors College
Requirements include 3.5+ GPA and 28+ ACT.
Amount: $9,500 Deadline: February 1, 2009
Military Scholarships
Navy ROTC Scholarship Program
Students need acceptance to a four-year college or university, 22+ Math/English
ACT score, U.S. Citizenship, and a passing score on the Navy physical.
Amount: Up to $180,000 for college
Army ROTC Scholarship Program
Students interested in the ROTC program must have an ACT score (Recommended 24+),
have good high school grades, pursue an Army-approved academic major, accept
a commission as either a U.S. Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard Officer,
and meet physical standards. For information visit www.info.goarmy.com/rotc/2
Amount: $5,000
ACT Testing Information
ACT – (School Code is 171-415)
(Visit www.act.org for more information and www.actstudent.org for online
registration)
Test Date Registration Deadline Late
Registration
October 24, 2009 September 28, 2009 September 19 - October 2, 2009
December 12, 2009 (HHS) November
6, 2009 November
7-20, 2009
February 6, 2010 January 5, 2010 January 6-15, 2010
April 10, 2010 (HHS) March 5, 2010 March 6-19, 2010
June 12, 2010 May 7, 2010 May
8-21, 2010
Other Test Dates
PSAT - October 14, 2009 @ 8:00am in the Office Conference Room - students must pre-register by Sept. 23rd.
ASVAB - Dec. 4, 2009 @ 8:15 for all Juniors (interest inventory exam)
October 23, 2009 - KU Senior Day for All Majors - www.admissions.ku.edu/seniordays
October 23, 2009 - Multicultural Pride Day at K-State - http://consider.k-state.edu/specialevents
October 26, 2009 - KU Senior Day for Business Majors - www.admissions.ku.edu/seniordays
November 2, 2009 - KU Senior Day for all Majors - www.admissions.ku.edu/seniordays
November 7, 2009 - Newman University Days in Wichita - contact Jessica at schinstockj@newmanu.edu
November 9, 2009 - KU Senior Day for Pre-Health Profession Majors - www.admissions.ku.edu/seniorday
November 9, 2009 - Fort Hays Sate University Science Day - RSVP by November 4th at 1-800-628-FHSU
Novermber 13, 2009 - Butler Community Colllege (Andover Campus) Grizzly Senior Day, 9-12:30; register at www.butlercc.edu <http://www.butlercc.edu>
Novermber 14, 2009 - Butler Community Colllege (El Dorado Campus) Grizzly Senior Day 9-12:30; register at www.butlercc.edu <http://www.butlercc.edu/>
November 14, 2009 - Senior Day at Kansas Wesleyan University - www.kwu.edu\
November 16, 2009 - K-State Southeast Kansas Senior Day - http://consider.k-state.edu/specialevents
November 23, 2009 - KU Senior Day for all Majors - www.admissions.ku.edu/seniordays
November 30, 2009 - KU Senior Day for all Majors - www.admissions.ku.edu/seniordays
December 3, 2009 - K-State Junior Day - http://consider.k-state.edu/specialevents
December 4, 2009 - KU Senior Day for all Majors - www.admissions.ku.edu/seniordays
January 29, 2010 - Senior Day at Kansas Wesleyan University - www.kwu.edu
February 5, 2010 - Newman University Days in Wichita - contact Jessica at schinstockj@newmanu.edu
March 6, 2010 - Newman University Days in Wichita - contact Jessica at schinstockj@newmanu.edu
April 9, 2010 - Newman University Days in Wichita - contact Jessica at schinstockj@newmanu.edu
April 19, 2010 - Junior Day at Kansas Wesleyan University - www.kwu.edu
Scholarships
Kansas Board of Regents: www.kansasregents.org
Kansas Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators: www.kasfaa.org
Scholarships.com: www.scholarships.com
Financial Aid
Scholarship Search: www.fastweb.com
FAFSA: www.fafsa.ed.gov
FinAid: www.finaid.org
Project Scholarship Scam: www.ftc.gov/scholarshipscams
Student Guide to Federal Aid: studentaid.ed.gov/guide
College Admissions
College Search: www.fastweb.com
Calculators
College Cost Projector: www.finaid.org/calculators
Loan Calculators: www.finaid.org/calculators
Choosing a Major/Career
Monster (Job Search): www.monster.com
Career Planning: www.fastweb.com
Occupational Outlook Handbook: www.bls.gov/oco
www.careervoyages.gov
www.careers-in-finance.com
www.princetonreview.com
jobprofiles.monster.com
Information about opportunities in financial planning
www.cfp.net
www.napfa.org
www.k-state.edu/ipfp
www.bsbpa.umkc.edu/finplan
www.careers-in-finance.com
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