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Georgia Southern Scholars’ Day |
Amount Varies |
Senior planning to attend Georgia Southern who have a minimum of a 1200 SAT (critical reading + math scores only) or a 27 composite on the ACT and have a strong academic record are encouraged to apply for an invitation to Scholars’ Day. 300 students will be chosen to interview for academic scholarships. |
(applications in the Guidance Office) |
2/1/2008 |
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The America Legion National High School Oratorical Contest |
Range from $1500 to $18,000 |
The subject for the prepared oration must be on some aspect of the Constitution of the US with emphasis on the duties and obligations of a citizen to our government. |
www.galegion.org/high_school_ort_.htm (The spaces are actually an underscore) |
2/10/2008 |
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2007 Burger King Scholars Program |
$1000 |
Must be a high school senior with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, work 15 hrs per week, demonstrates participation in community activities, demonstrates financial need, and obtain written recommendations from school and employer |
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2/15/2008 |
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AXA Achievement Community Scholarship |
Varies |
Must be a high school senior who exhibits ambition and drive, determination to set and reach goals, has respect for self, family, and community with the ability to succeed in college. |
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2/15/2008 |
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KFC Colonel’s Scholars |
Up to $5000 per year for tuition and fees |
Must be a high school senior, be accepted into a college or university within Georgia , and plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree . |
2/15/2008 |
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Ford Truck Scholarships National FFA |
$1000 |
Must be a high school senior who is also a member of the FFA, have good grades, agricultural experience and leadership experience |
2/15/2008 |
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Best Buy Scholarship |
Not Posted |
Must be a high school senior with good grades and outstanding community service. |
2/15/2008 |
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Irwin EMC Scholarships |
Several $1000 Scholarships |
Must be a high school senior. Preference will be given to applicants who receive their power from Irwin EMC. |
www.irwinemc.com or (applications in the Guidance Office) |
2/15/2008 |
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2007 National FFA Scholarship Application |
Varies |
Must be a high school senior currently involved in the FFA |
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2/15/2008 |
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Andrew College Academic Scholarship Competition |
Up to two full scholarships (tuition, room, board, and fees) |
Must be a high school senior, be accepted to Andrew College, have at least a 3.0 GPA and a minimum SAT of 1000 or an ACT composite of 21. |
Saturday, February 23rd from 9am – 3pm |
2/23/2008 |
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Georgia Hunting and Fishing Federation Scholarship Fund |
$500 |
Must be a high school senior majoring in a field related to hunting, fishing or wildlife, be accepted to a college or technical school in Georgia. Looking for academic achievement, school citizenship, school and community involvement, and a written essay. |
(applications in the Guidance Office) |
3/1/2008 |
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ABAC Scholarships |
Varies |
Must be a high school senior planning to attend ABAC |
3/1/2008 |
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Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, INC |
Range from $500 to $10,000 |
Must be a son or daughter of a Marine on active duty, in Reserve, retired or deceased (also includes Honorable Discharge, Medical Discharge, or killed while in service) or be the son or daughter of and active duty, Reserve, or former US Navy Corpsman who is serving or has served with the US Marine Corps – and your family income is $65,000 or less |
1-800-292-7777 |
3/1/2008 (for graduating senior)
4/15/2008 (all other students) |
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Kennesaw State University Scholarships |
Varies |
Must be a senior who intends to enroll at KSU. Students must have completed an application to the college to get a KSU number. |
3/7/2008 |
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“Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year” (SAMMY) 2007 Award Program |
$7500 |
Must be a high school senior and have the following criteria to be judged: academic performance, athletic excellence, leadership, community service, and milk experience (as in you drink it) |
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3/9/2008 |
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Hispanic Scholarship Fund |
Varies |
Must be a high school senior – be of Hispanic heritage, be a US citizen or legal resident, 3.0 GPA, and must apply for federal aid through the FAFSA - all other requirements vary depending on the scholarship |
3/15/2008 |
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Darton College Dean’s Scholar Award |
Award worth the cost of tuition and mandatory fees for Fall and Spring Semester |
Must be a high school senior who plans to attend Darton College, have a College Prep diploma, 3.0 GPA, a minimum SAT score of 1000 or ACT of 21, and have community and school involvement |
(applications in the Guidance Office) |
4/1/2008 |
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Southeastern Federal Credit Union 2008 Scholarship |
2 $500 Scholarships |
Must be a high school senior who is a member of the Credit Union, have scholastic excellence, and wish to further their education |
(applications in the Guidance Office) |
4/11/2008 |
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Exchange Club A.C.E. Award |
$10,000 |
Must be a high school student who has had to overcome great physical, emotional, social obstacles and are now eligible for high school graduation. |
(applications in the Guidance Office) |
6/1/2008 |
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Big Sun Scholarship |
$500 |
All student athletes are eligible for this award |
6/20/2008 |
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The American Legion “Need a Lift” Scholarship Search |
Varies |
Varies – contains a list of scholarships, grants, and loans for college |
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See Mrs. Miller in Guidance for all National Scholarship information. |
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Local Scholarships |
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Local Scholarship Applications will be available in March 2008 in the Guidance office. |
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See Mrs. Wells in Guidance for all Local Scholarship information. |
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The Scholarship Special Newsletter is updated monthly due to new scholarships coming available and deadlines expiring. The newsletter is available in the Guidance office, teacher’s email, Blue Devil Block Academics Coaches, and is on the TCHS website: