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Apex High School
Scholarship Opportunities |
ORGANIZATION AND UNIVERSITY SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS
Don't forget to check university websites for school specific scholarships, they have money and scholarships to provide for incoming freshmen.
Please provide a copy of any scholarship offer letter received, whether accepted or declined, to Mrs.Howard so that we can keep track of scholarship dollars offered to our students. Please attach the Scholarship report form to all letters turned in. Must be turned in by
May 18, 2018.
Wake County Public School System Online Scholarship Guide
***denotes new scholarships***
Please note:
****If scholarship requires an official transcript please bring your entire scholarship package to Student Services we will send your entire package with the transcript.****
***Please give our registrar 5 days to process your transcript request for all Scholarships.***
Don't forget to check university websites for school specific scholarships, they have money and scholarships to provide for incoming freshmen.
Please provide a copy of any scholarship offer letter received, whether accepted or declined, to Mrs.Howard so that we can keep track of scholarship dollars offered to our students. Please attach the Scholarship report form to all letters turned in. Must be turned in by
May 18, 2018.
Wake County Public School System Online Scholarship Guide
***denotes new scholarships***
Please note:
****If scholarship requires an official transcript please bring your entire scholarship package to Student Services we will send your entire package with the transcript.****
***Please give our registrar 5 days to process your transcript request for all Scholarships.***
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September
***Morehead and Park Scholarships:*****
Selection process for the Morehead and Park Scholarships will begin September 7th Students may be nominated by a teacher or self-nominate. Applications are due to Mrs. Howard in Student Services by Wednesday, September 19, 2018. These scholarships are highly competitive. The Morehead-Cain and Park Scholarships are 4-year full-tuition scholarships to UNC Chapel Hill (Morehead) and NCSU (Park). More information can be found on the websites: www.moreheadcain.org
and www.ncsu.edu/park_scholarships.
Application can be found Nominee form 2018
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September
***Morehead and Park Scholarships:*****
Selection process for the Morehead and Park Scholarships will begin September 7th Students may be nominated by a teacher or self-nominate. Applications are due to Mrs. Howard in Student Services by Wednesday, September 19, 2018. These scholarships are highly competitive. The Morehead-Cain and Park Scholarships are 4-year full-tuition scholarships to UNC Chapel Hill (Morehead) and NCSU (Park). More information can be found on the websites: www.moreheadcain.org
and www.ncsu.edu/park_scholarships.
Application can be found Nominee form 2018
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**NC Governor’s Highway Safety Program Click it or Ticket Scholar-Athlete Essay Contest
A great opportunity through the North Carolina High School Athletic Association and NC Governor’s Highway Safety Program! DEADLINE: Sunday, September 30 at 11:59 pm
Student-Athletes can write a 400-word or less essay for a chance to win prizes from the NCHSAA! Here is the prompt: Explain why, as a scholar athlete, you feel that some teens do not wear their seatbelts and what you would do to encourage them to always buckle up.
Click here for the Scholar-Athlete Essay Competition application and to learn more about the NC Governor’s Highway Safety Program Scholar-Athlete Program! #BuckleUp #ClickitorTicket
A great opportunity through the North Carolina High School Athletic Association and NC Governor’s Highway Safety Program! DEADLINE: Sunday, September 30 at 11:59 pm
Student-Athletes can write a 400-word or less essay for a chance to win prizes from the NCHSAA! Here is the prompt: Explain why, as a scholar athlete, you feel that some teens do not wear their seatbelts and what you would do to encourage them to always buckle up.
Click here for the Scholar-Athlete Essay Competition application and to learn more about the NC Governor’s Highway Safety Program Scholar-Athlete Program! #BuckleUp #ClickitorTicket
October Deadlines:
***AES Engineering***
Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by an evaluation of the essays that are submitted. Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.
Students must submit an essay of between 500 and 1000 words in answer to the following question:
When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey?
For more information, please visit www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.php Deadline October 6, 2018
*** Kid Guard**
At KidGuard, we are passionate about the healthy developments of children and families. The KidGuard for Education Scholarship is part of our effort to bring awareness and inspire solutions on issues such as cyberbullying, online predators, teen suicide and childhood depression in the age of technology.
Ongoing (Annual), Every October 31st, 11:59 PM (Pacific Time)
All Grades 9 - 12 High School Students
Award Amount: Multiple scholarships from $500-$1,000
KidGuard Scholarship Opportunities
***AES Engineering***
Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by an evaluation of the essays that are submitted. Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.
Students must submit an essay of between 500 and 1000 words in answer to the following question:
When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey?
For more information, please visit www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.php Deadline October 6, 2018
*** Kid Guard**
At KidGuard, we are passionate about the healthy developments of children and families. The KidGuard for Education Scholarship is part of our effort to bring awareness and inspire solutions on issues such as cyberbullying, online predators, teen suicide and childhood depression in the age of technology.
Ongoing (Annual), Every October 31st, 11:59 PM (Pacific Time)
All Grades 9 - 12 High School Students
Award Amount: Multiple scholarships from $500-$1,000
KidGuard Scholarship Opportunities
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November Deadlines:
Centennial Scholarship Endorsemen
The College of Textiles at North Carolina State University is now accepting endorsements for our Centennial Scholarship program, one of the largest college-based scholarship programs at NC State. Please endorse your best and brightest students for this dynamic scholarship opportunity by November 15. The Centennial Scholarship program is designed for students who are interested in career fields such as engineering, business management, design, chemistry, polymers, forensics, medical fields, fashion merchandising and retail management.
Click here to endorse.
If you have questions please email cotscholarships@ncsu.edu
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December Deadlines:
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January Deadlines:
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February Deadlines:
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March Deadlines:
FIDM National Scholarship competition for students interested in the global industries of Fashion, Visual Arts, Graphics, Interior Design, Social Media, and Entertainment Each year FIDM awards more than 28 scholarships.
Deadline March 29, 2019.
For more info click here
fidm.edu/en/admissions/financial+aid/scholarships/national+scholarship+competition
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April Deadlines:
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May Deadlines:
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Open Ended Deadlines:
National Co-Op Scholarship Program
Students can apply to one of ten institutions and can apply for one of these scholarships simply by completing an online version of the form. The participation and support of the Corporate Partners and Sponsors signifies a keen and ongoing interest in the professional growth and development of college students.
Amount: Varies
Requirements: 3.5 GPA or better on a 4.0 scale, apply for the 2017-18 academic year at one of the WACE Partner Institutions listed.
Application: www.waceinc.org.
Deadline: Varies depending on school. Check brochure for specific information.
Suntrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes
Amount: Thirty (30) $500 scholarships to be awarded for education expenses at a college or university
Requirements: Free to enter and eligibility not based on GPA or financial need
Application: Enter online or by mail once every two weeks up to 15 times during the sweepstakes period. Two winners chosen every two weeks.
Enter: suntrusteducation.com/scholarshipsweepstakes
Online scholarships will open August 27, 2018 and deadlines designated within each respective application.
Triangle Community Foundation:
Triangle Community Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for funding for the 2017-2018 academic year. Information and applications for the following scholarships are all available on our website, www.trianglecf.org.
Nitro College Scholarship (3 $5,000 scholarships available); Deadline- Multiple, for more information see website. www.nitrocollege.com/nitro-scholarship-application
North Carolina Community Foundation Scholarships: The North Carolina Community Foundation offers about 150 scholarships every year. Many are available to students throughout the entire state, and there are a couple that are available specifically for students in Wake County! The list of scholarships available is updated each year in February. There are multiple scholarships, with various deadlines. For more information please go to http://www.nccommunityfoundation.org/
The UNCG Guarantee is a selective scholarship program for high-achieving, low-income students who plan to attend UNCG and are residents of North Carolina. The UNCG Guarantee is more than an outstanding financial aid package for those who qualify; it is also a support program that provides a variety of opportunities and services to enhance scholars’ academic achievement, leadership skills, and personal success. Please go to GUARANTEE.UNCG.EDU for more information and to apply.
Varsity Tutors Scholarship Contest Description, Monthly deadlines: Varsity Tutors holds a monthly $1,000 college scholarship contest where students must write an essay in response to a monthly prompt. Entries are reviewed by Varsity Tutors at the end of the month and one winner is subsequently chosen to receive the $1,000 college scholarship. Interested students can enter the contest here: http://www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship
Skin Care Ox The Beauty + Wellness Scholarship:
The Beauty + Wellness Scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to female students who are leading healthy lifestyles. Students are asked to write a brief 500 word essay on their experiences maintaining health + wellness while enrolled in college.
• Amount: $500
• Deadline: This is a quarterly scholarship offered September 30th, January 1st, March 31st, June 30th every year)
• Eligibility:
+ Must be a graduating high school senior or current college undergraduate at a 4-year, 2-year, vocational, or technical school in the United States.
+ Must be a U.S. Citizen
+ Must be a female.
Interested students can go to: https://www.skincareox.com/scholarship/
Virtual Reality Rental Co. Scholarship:
The VRtrepreneur Scholarship is our way of funding tomorrow’s top technology entrepreneurs. Maybe you sowed the seeds of your entrepreneurial spirit by building websites or iPhone apps in high school. Maybe you’re planning on building the next big technology company. Either way, if you've got the entrepreneurial bug in you, then we want to help fund your dream. We’re willing to grant $1,000 to any student we believe has the potential to change the world through technology entrepreneurship.
We offer the scholarship to a student each semester. The entry for the Fall semester is May 1st to August 20th and it's open for the Spring semester from August 31st to December 31st.. We will announce the recipient on August 31 and January 2nd of the subsequent year.
http://www.virtualrealityrental.co/vrtrepreneur-scholarship
NCHSAA Endowed Fund Scholarships:Thanks to the generosity of many donors, the NCHSAA Endowed Fund offers several scholarships to eligible student-athletes of NCHSAA member schools.
Online scholarships will open August 27, 2018 and deadlines designated within each respective application. a list of available Scholarships go to: http://www.nchsaa.org/students-parents/nchsaa-endowed-fund-scholarships.
***National Society of Black Engineers***
Please visit the following website for numerous scholarship opportunities available to students planning on studying engineering in college. connect.nsbe.org/Scholarships/ScholarshipList.aspx
November Deadlines:
Centennial Scholarship Endorsemen
The College of Textiles at North Carolina State University is now accepting endorsements for our Centennial Scholarship program, one of the largest college-based scholarship programs at NC State. Please endorse your best and brightest students for this dynamic scholarship opportunity by November 15. The Centennial Scholarship program is designed for students who are interested in career fields such as engineering, business management, design, chemistry, polymers, forensics, medical fields, fashion merchandising and retail management.
- ITT Centennial Scholarship
- Awarded to the top Cetennial
- $22,000/year for 4 years and $7,500 in enrichment funds
- Kimbrell Centennial Scholarship
- Awarded to the 2nd top Centennial
- $20,000/year for 4 years and $7,500 in enrichment funds
- Centennial Scholarship
- $15,000/year for 4 years and $7,500 in enrichment funds
- Up to 8 awarded per year
- North Carolina Textile Foundation Scholarship
- $5,000/year for 4 years
- Prestige Scholarship
- $1,000 - $2,500/year for 4 years
Click here to endorse.
If you have questions please email cotscholarships@ncsu.edu
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December Deadlines:
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January Deadlines:
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February Deadlines:
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March Deadlines:
FIDM National Scholarship competition for students interested in the global industries of Fashion, Visual Arts, Graphics, Interior Design, Social Media, and Entertainment Each year FIDM awards more than 28 scholarships.
Deadline March 29, 2019.
For more info click here
fidm.edu/en/admissions/financial+aid/scholarships/national+scholarship+competition
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April Deadlines:
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May Deadlines:
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Open Ended Deadlines:
National Co-Op Scholarship Program
Students can apply to one of ten institutions and can apply for one of these scholarships simply by completing an online version of the form. The participation and support of the Corporate Partners and Sponsors signifies a keen and ongoing interest in the professional growth and development of college students.
Amount: Varies
Requirements: 3.5 GPA or better on a 4.0 scale, apply for the 2017-18 academic year at one of the WACE Partner Institutions listed.
Application: www.waceinc.org.
Deadline: Varies depending on school. Check brochure for specific information.
Suntrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes
Amount: Thirty (30) $500 scholarships to be awarded for education expenses at a college or university
Requirements: Free to enter and eligibility not based on GPA or financial need
Application: Enter online or by mail once every two weeks up to 15 times during the sweepstakes period. Two winners chosen every two weeks.
Enter: suntrusteducation.com/scholarshipsweepstakes
Online scholarships will open August 27, 2018 and deadlines designated within each respective application.
Triangle Community Foundation:
Triangle Community Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for funding for the 2017-2018 academic year. Information and applications for the following scholarships are all available on our website, www.trianglecf.org.
Nitro College Scholarship (3 $5,000 scholarships available); Deadline- Multiple, for more information see website. www.nitrocollege.com/nitro-scholarship-application
North Carolina Community Foundation Scholarships: The North Carolina Community Foundation offers about 150 scholarships every year. Many are available to students throughout the entire state, and there are a couple that are available specifically for students in Wake County! The list of scholarships available is updated each year in February. There are multiple scholarships, with various deadlines. For more information please go to http://www.nccommunityfoundation.org/
The UNCG Guarantee is a selective scholarship program for high-achieving, low-income students who plan to attend UNCG and are residents of North Carolina. The UNCG Guarantee is more than an outstanding financial aid package for those who qualify; it is also a support program that provides a variety of opportunities and services to enhance scholars’ academic achievement, leadership skills, and personal success. Please go to GUARANTEE.UNCG.EDU for more information and to apply.
Varsity Tutors Scholarship Contest Description, Monthly deadlines: Varsity Tutors holds a monthly $1,000 college scholarship contest where students must write an essay in response to a monthly prompt. Entries are reviewed by Varsity Tutors at the end of the month and one winner is subsequently chosen to receive the $1,000 college scholarship. Interested students can enter the contest here: http://www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship
Skin Care Ox The Beauty + Wellness Scholarship:
The Beauty + Wellness Scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to female students who are leading healthy lifestyles. Students are asked to write a brief 500 word essay on their experiences maintaining health + wellness while enrolled in college.
• Amount: $500
• Deadline: This is a quarterly scholarship offered September 30th, January 1st, March 31st, June 30th every year)
• Eligibility:
+ Must be a graduating high school senior or current college undergraduate at a 4-year, 2-year, vocational, or technical school in the United States.
+ Must be a U.S. Citizen
+ Must be a female.
Interested students can go to: https://www.skincareox.com/scholarship/
Virtual Reality Rental Co. Scholarship:
The VRtrepreneur Scholarship is our way of funding tomorrow’s top technology entrepreneurs. Maybe you sowed the seeds of your entrepreneurial spirit by building websites or iPhone apps in high school. Maybe you’re planning on building the next big technology company. Either way, if you've got the entrepreneurial bug in you, then we want to help fund your dream. We’re willing to grant $1,000 to any student we believe has the potential to change the world through technology entrepreneurship.
We offer the scholarship to a student each semester. The entry for the Fall semester is May 1st to August 20th and it's open for the Spring semester from August 31st to December 31st.. We will announce the recipient on August 31 and January 2nd of the subsequent year.
http://www.virtualrealityrental.co/vrtrepreneur-scholarship
NCHSAA Endowed Fund Scholarships:Thanks to the generosity of many donors, the NCHSAA Endowed Fund offers several scholarships to eligible student-athletes of NCHSAA member schools.
Online scholarships will open August 27, 2018 and deadlines designated within each respective application. a list of available Scholarships go to: http://www.nchsaa.org/students-parents/nchsaa-endowed-fund-scholarships.
***National Society of Black Engineers***
Please visit the following website for numerous scholarship opportunities available to students planning on studying engineering in college. connect.nsbe.org/Scholarships/ScholarshipList.aspx
General Opportunities
College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC)
Follow: Paying for College tabScholarships & Grants
www.cfnc.org
College Board
Follow: For StudentsPay for College tabScholarship Search
www.collegeboard.com
College and Scholarship Search Made Simple
www.cappex.com
Fastweb
www.fastweb.com
Wake County Public Schools System Scholarship Guide
www.scholarshipplus.com/wake
North Carolina Community Foundation scholarships
http://www.nccommunityfoundation.org/page/scholarship
Scholarships.com
www.scholarships.com
FinAid-The SmartStudent Guide to Financial Aid
www.finaid.org
High Five Scholarships
Available to everyone free of charge. In addition to scholarships, we have free ACT and SAT practice tests and Study Guides.
www.HighFiveScholarships.com
Broke Scholar
www.brokescholar.com
SallieMae-College Answer
www.collegeanswer.com
FAFSA Application On-line (FREE SERVICE)
www.fafsa.ed.gov
FAFSA Hotline-General Information-Check Application
1-800-433-3243
Need help applying for a pin number for FAFSA On-line Application
www.pin.ed.gov
North Carolina State Scholarship Search Program
www.ncsu.edu
College Net
www.collegenet.com
North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority Scholarship & Grant Programs
www.ncseaa.edu
College View
www.collegeview.com
International Student Website
Lists Helpful college financial aid and scholarship information
www.edupass.org
United Negro College Fund
www.uncf.org
Asian and Pacific Islander Americans
www.apiasf.org
NC Hispanic Association for Hispanic Professionals
http://www.thencshp.org/resources/students/index.shtml
Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarships
http://members.dar.org/committees/scholarship/scholarships.htm
For more information please contact: Toni Osegueada, tosegueda@nc.rr.com
Guaranteed Scholarships
www.guaranteed-scholarships.com
College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC)
Follow: Paying for College tabScholarships & Grants
www.cfnc.org
College Board
Follow: For StudentsPay for College tabScholarship Search
www.collegeboard.com
College and Scholarship Search Made Simple
www.cappex.com
Fastweb
www.fastweb.com
Wake County Public Schools System Scholarship Guide
www.scholarshipplus.com/wake
North Carolina Community Foundation scholarships
http://www.nccommunityfoundation.org/page/scholarship
Scholarships.com
www.scholarships.com
FinAid-The SmartStudent Guide to Financial Aid
www.finaid.org
High Five Scholarships
Available to everyone free of charge. In addition to scholarships, we have free ACT and SAT practice tests and Study Guides.
www.HighFiveScholarships.com
Broke Scholar
www.brokescholar.com
SallieMae-College Answer
www.collegeanswer.com
FAFSA Application On-line (FREE SERVICE)
www.fafsa.ed.gov
FAFSA Hotline-General Information-Check Application
1-800-433-3243
Need help applying for a pin number for FAFSA On-line Application
www.pin.ed.gov
North Carolina State Scholarship Search Program
www.ncsu.edu
College Net
www.collegenet.com
North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority Scholarship & Grant Programs
www.ncseaa.edu
College View
www.collegeview.com
International Student Website
Lists Helpful college financial aid and scholarship information
www.edupass.org
United Negro College Fund
www.uncf.org
Asian and Pacific Islander Americans
www.apiasf.org
NC Hispanic Association for Hispanic Professionals
http://www.thencshp.org/resources/students/index.shtml
Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarships
http://members.dar.org/committees/scholarship/scholarships.htm
For more information please contact: Toni Osegueada, tosegueda@nc.rr.com
Guaranteed Scholarships
www.guaranteed-scholarships.com
