SCHOLARSHIPS

Information and applications for most of the following scholarships are available in the Career Center. New scholarship information is arriving all the time. Please check in the Career Center, Counseling office, and bulletin announcements for scholarship updates. It is the students’ responsibility to check the due dates on these scholarships.

TENTATIVE DUE DATE

SCHOLARSHIP/DESCRIPTION WEBSITE

August NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY –STOKES EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP – Summer program for students who will

major in Computer Science. Electrical or Computer Engineering, Languages or Mathematics. Must submit a resume online along with supplemental paper work. Application accepted between August 30 - November 30 each year. Employment opportunities at NSA

www.nsa.gov

September QUESTBRIDGE – links bright, motivated low-income students

with educational and scholarship opportunities.

www.questbridge.org

October Queen Scheherzade – open to senior girls. Applications in the counseling office

Riverside County Fair and Date Festival 1-800-811-FAIR

October Magic Carpet Music Scholarship – Vocal, Instrumental and original score categories. Applications in counseling office

Riverside County Fair and Date Festival 1-800-811-FAIR

October UNITED STATES SENATE YOUTH PROGRAM-One week in our nation’s capital, sponsored by the William Randolph

Hearst Foundation. Each participant will receive a $5,000

scholarship for college.

www.ussenateyouth.org

October ASIAN PACIFIC YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROJECT- Open to

11th – 12

th grades. Conference provides education on the

legislative process, training on leadership and community advocacy skills and an introduction to API elected officials and

staff. (Check availability)

www.apylp.org

October HORATIO ALGER CALIFORNIA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM-The Horatio Alger California Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to high school seniors who have exhibited integrity and perseverance in the overcoming personal adversity and who aspire to pursue higher education. Minimum GPA 2.0.

www.horatioalger.com

October COCA-COLA SCHOLARS PROGRAM Academic achievement 3.0, leadership.

www.coca-colascholars.org

November BENNINGTON YOUNG WRITERS AWARD COMPETITION –

Open to 10- 12th

grades. Submit original work in one of three categories: Fiction (short story or one-act play), Non-Fiction (personal or academic essay), or Poetry.

www.bennington.edu

November VFW (VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS SCHOLARSHIPS- VOICE OF DEMOCRACY PATRIOT’S PEN, MILITARY

FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP. All entries must be submitted to local VFW Post.

www.vfw.org http://www.vfw.org/Community/Voice-of- Democracy/ 28075 Diaz Road

Temecula, CA 92591 (951) 676-1541

November RON BROWN SCHOLAR PROGRAM – African-American

seniors; academically talented, high motivated, demonstrated social commitment and leadership potential,

financial need. Must have application postmarked to be

considered for other scholarships.

www.ronbrown.org

November THE SULLIVAN LEADERSHIP AWARD- A four year scholarship supporting students committed to service and leadership, academic excellence, community, spirituality and global awareness. The common application and the Seattle University Undergraduate Supplemental Application must be completed.

www.seattleu.edu/sullivan

TENTATIVE DUE DATE

SCHOLARSHIP/DESCRIPTION WEBSITE

November CALIFORNIA SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION- MISS TEENAGE CALIFORNIA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM-

(women only)

http://www.missteenageca.org/

December The Hemet Elks Lodge #1740 Scholarship Most Valuable Student Scholarship – looking for students with leadership, scholarship and financial need

http:/www.elks.org/enf/scholars

December (SAE) SOCIETY OF AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERS – Undesignated Scholarships/University Sponsored Scholarships for Seniors. Must meet minimum requirements

with regard to GPA, SAT 1 Reasoning test and/or ACT scores as outlined in individual scholarships, intend to earn a degree in engineering or a related science. Essay

www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm

December BOSTON UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS- Various scholarships with required essays. Must be accepted to the University for consideration.

December FLEET RESERVE ASSOCIATION AMERICANISM ESSAY –

Open to 7 – 12th

grades. Essay Contest. .

www.fra.org/essay

December AXA ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP- Student must

demonstrate ambition and drive as evidenced by outstanding achievement in activity in school, the community, the workplace. One time scholarship, $10,000.

www.axa-achievement.com

December PRESIDENTIAL SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY AWARDS-

Created in 1994, the Outstanding Service Project (OSP)

awards were created to recognize NHS/NJHS chapters that

make significant community service contributions at the

local level. Applications are judged based on the project’s

originality and success in affecting citizens within the

community.

www.principals.org

Opens Dec Deadline Feb

HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM –This program is designed to assist high school students of Hispanic heritage obtain a college degree. Must enroll full-time at a community college or four-year institution.

www.hsf.net

December CSU CHICO SCHOLARSHIPS – provides scholarship awards

to eligible students based on any or all of the following criteria: Scholastic achievement, financial need, and participation in school/college activities, community service, honors and organizational affiliations, educational goals.

www.csuchico.edu/scholarships

December NATIONAL SOCIETY OF THE SONS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION-GEORGE S. & STELLA M. KNIGHT ESSAY

CONTEST RULES – Open to 10th – 12

th grades. Essay.

Students must source at least five (5) references with the minimum of 3 being books sources. Reference from Encyclopedias or Internet sites will be accepted, but are not considered as part of the three source references. If there are no book sources the essay to be disqualified.

www.sar.org/youth/knightrules.html www.sar.org/youth/eagle.html

December OPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL ESSAY CONTEST – Grades 10-12 are eligible, 500 word essay. Must be sponsored by Optimist Club. (Check availability )

www.optimist.org

TENTATIVE DUE DATE

SCHOLARSHIP/DESCRIPTION

WEBSITE

January San Jacinto Assembly of God –Due Monday 1/11/16 Application on THS website or in the counseling office

January CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF EDUCATIONAL OFFICE

PROFESSIONALS STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP

OPPORTUNITY- Applicants must intend to continue

education in the field of business administration or

education; 2.0 GPA; essay. (check availability )

www.caeop.org

January CALIFORNIA ENVIROMENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION – Eligibility high school senior with minimum GPA 2.5, enrolled in a science program at a accredited college or university, intention to pursue higher education with emphasis in environmental health or related science, sponsored by a CEHA member and permanent legal resident of California.

www.ceha.org

Mail 5 application packages and transcripts to: CEHA Awards Committee, Julie Hobberlin 155 Georgeanne Pl. Costa Mesa, CA 92627 (714) 433-6062 (wk) jhobberlin@ochaca.com

January THE GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARS-List of various

scholarships available to outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American and Hispanic American students pursuing undergraduate college education in all discipline areas and a graduate education for those students pursuing studies in mathematics, science, engineering, education, or library science.

www.gmsp.org

January THE JEFF KROSNOFF SCHOLARSHIP- Four-year college

bound California high school seniors with excellent academic credentials who have demonstrated a breadth of interests, a driving desire to succeed in their chosen endeavors, outstanding community citizenship and the ability to share their experiences through the written word. $10,000

www.krosnoffscholarship.com

Jeff Krosnoff Scholarship P.O. Box 8585 La Crescenta, CA 91214-05

January RON BROWN SCHOLAR PROGRAM-African-American

seniors; academically talented; highly motivated, demonstrated social commitment and leadership potential, financial need. This deadline is for the Ron Brown Scholar only.

www.ronbrown.org

January CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF EDUCATION OFFICE PROFESSIONSAL- Must maintain a GPA of 2.0; California

resident, need based, continue your education in the field of business.

www.caeop.org Linda Rush CAIOP Scholarship/Awards 1791 West Acacia Avenue Hemet, CA 92543 (951) 765-5100 x 2428

January PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLALRSHIP AT MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY- Applicants must apply for admission to

Montana State University as an entering freshman. A cumulative GPA of 3.75 and composite score of 30 on ACT or 2000 on SAT. Letters of recommendations, transcripts, essay. Be sure to use a current application and not an old form.

www.montana.edu/honors

January Available on

line Nov. 1

SAM WALTON COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIPS- Various

Scholarships for non-Wal-Mart and Wal-Mart employees. (Check availability )

www.walmartstores.com

January BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA ORDER OF THE ARROW-E. URNER GOODMAN SCHOLARSHIP

www.main.oa- bsa.org/resources/forms/eugschol.pdf

January WASHINGTON CROSSING FOUNDATION- Seniors who are

U.S. citizens planning careers in government service. Essay.

www.gwcf.org The Washington Crossing Foundation P. O. Box 503 Levittown, Pennsylvania 19058-0503

TENTATIVE DUE DATE

SCHOLARSHIP/DESCRIPTION WEBSITE

January MCKELVEY FOUNDATION ENTREPRENEURIAL SCHOLARSHIP-Qualifications: Graduate high school Spring,

attend a 4 year college/university, own and operate a genuine business, non-profits are eligible, have at least one employee, even if part-time.

www.mckelveyfoundation.org

January THE DUPONT CHALLENGE – SCIENCE ESSAY

COMPETITION – Open to 7th-12

th grades. Essay must be

between 700-1000 words discussing a scientific discovery, theory, event or technology that has captured you interest. (Check availability)

www.thechallenge.dupont.com

January NATIONAL HONOR SOICIETY SCHOLARSHIPS- Complete

list of scholarship programs available to Honor Society students

http://www.nhs.us Click on scholarships

January WILLIAM DAVILA SCHOLARSHIP FUND- For students

working in the food industry or sons and daughters of parents working in the food industry. Retail supermarket companies, manufacturers or distributors of food products sold in retail food stores. Four year college only. (Fast food or regular restaurant workers are not eligible.

http://sms.scholarshipamerica.org/davila/

January CSU CHICO PRESIDENT’S SCHOLARS- School will be

sending personal invitations to compete for these scholarships. Eligibility: Fall admissions to Chico State, GPA 3.7 in high school or higher, 1200 SAT I Reasoning Test or a 27 composite ACT score.

www.csuchico.edu/prs/office/scholar.shtml#comp ete

January CALIFORNIA TEACHER’S ASSOCIATION (CTA) –

Active member or child of active member; Application available in October.

www.cta.org CTA Human Rights Dept. P. O. Box 921

Burlingame, CA 94011-0921

January CALIFORNIA ASSOCATION OF COLLECTORS – EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION – Essay.

www.cacesf.org

January DISCOVER CARD – TRIBUTE AWARD SCHOLARSHIPS – Juniors Only, 2.75 GPA, demonstrate accomplishments in

Leadership and Community Service and have faced a significant roadblock or challenge.

www.discovercard.com/tribute

January- June

PTA- The California State PTA offers “Graduating High School

Senior Scholarship” for volunteer service in the school and community. The applicant must be a California resident graduating from high school. Must be a member of the PTA/PTSA and provide a copy of his/her current membership card.

www.capta.org http://www.capta.org/sections/programs/high- school-grad.cfm

February CALIFORNIA LABOR FEDERATION SCHOLARSHIP-

Eligibility: Senior in a California high school. Scholarship will be awarded on regional basis. Essay

www.unionplus.org/benefits/education/scholarshi ps/up.cfm www.unionscholarships.com

February BEVERAGE INDUSTRY COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM- Eligibility: parent or grandparent employed full-

time with organization holding a valid California Beverage Alcohol License –i.e. hotels, airlines, restaurants, retail grocery chains, etc.; California high school student who will attend a 4- year college.

www.christermon.com/scholarship/ The Christermon Foundation 9 Orchard Road Suite 100 Lake Forest, CA 92630

February CAL AGGIE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP. Must submit UC Davis application by

November 30. Award will be based on application essay, leadership ability and grades.

http://alumni.ucdavis.edu

TENTATIVE DUE DATE

SCHOLARSHIP/DESCRIPTION WEBSITE

February CALIFORNIA ALLIANCE FOR ARTS EDUCATION- EMERGING YOUNG ARTIST AWARDS (Dance, Music, Theatre, Visual Arts) Teacher letter of recommendation

required along with work samples. Students must demonstrate need of financial assistance. (Check availability)

www.artsed411.org

February TYLENOL SCHOLARSHIP- application available online for

students interested in healthcare. Applicants judged on leadership qualities and academic performance.

www.scholarship.tylenol.com

February NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HISPANIC JOURNALISTS – “RUEBEN SALAZAR SCHOLARSHIP”- High school seniors,

majoring in English or Spanish language print, photo broadcast or online journalism (students majoring in other fields must be able to demonstrate strong interest in pursuing a career in journalism).

http://www.nahj.org/category/for-students/

February NATIONAL SOCIETY OF THE DAUGHTTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION- Variety of scholarships academic

excellence & financial need: applicants must have application endorsed by local DAR chapter.

www.dar.org

February SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MOTHERS OF TWINS- Applicant must be a multiple birth or a mother of multiples who has no affiliation with S. CA Twins Clubs, Inc. Senior planning to attend a college/university or trade school, financial need, academic achievement, submit a personal essay.

www.scmotc.org

SCMOTC Scholarship 7329 Rustic Crest St. Las Vegas, NV 89149

February HISPANIC HERITAGE YOUTH AWARDS-Eligibility: High school senior, GPA 3.0 or above, citizen of the US and of Hispanic descent.

www.hispanicheritage.org

February SCRC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM – The Southern California

Relocation Council (SCRC) has established a scholarship program to aid a deserving student. This is for seniors attending a public high school in Riverside county, must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75 and must have relocated, with the move requiring a change in schools. This is also open to those students who have moved into the U.S. from a foreign country during the same time frame. Must be a US citizen.

www.scholarshipprograms.org

February NFIB YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR AWARD- Eligibility: High

school seniors (including home school seniors) or any student entering his or her freshman year at an accredited, nonprofit 2 or 4 year college/university or vocational school. The applicant should demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit and initiative such as start or business, participation in DECA.

www.NFIB.com

February Available on line Dec. 1st

BURGER KING SCHOLARS –“Have It Your Way”. Various

scholarships

www.haveityourwayfoundation.org

Feb Available in

January

BEST BUY SCHOLARSHIPS – For students who have good

grades and outstanding community service and must be entering an accredited US university, college or technical school. Applications available online starting in January.

http://www.bestbuy- communityrelations.com/scholarship.htm

February CAG COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP- CAG offers this scholarship

to support an individual with a passion for learning or creating. Students must be in grades 11 or 12, planning to enter a recognized school of advanced education during the 2008/2009 school year, and student demonstrate outstanding achievement in a chosen area of talent or giftedness.

www.cagifted.org

CFGE College Scholarship 18627 Brookhurst #555 Fountain Valley, CA 92708-6748

February CAREER TECH SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION-Eligibility: Graduating senior, GPA 2.0 or above, resident of Riverside county, with a life science, computer, business or general studies knowledge 3 scholarships (vocational, 2-year college and 4year college

http://www.riversidesd.org/1593101413183337/si te/default.asp

TENTATIVE DUE DATE

SCHOLARSHIP/DESCRIPTION WEBSITE

On Live November

Due February

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FARM BROADCASTING-

Eligibility: Be a high school senior, have immediate family actively engaged in production agriculture, not have a member of their immediate family employed by Monsanto of members of the NAFB, average to above average grades, minimum ACT 18 and combine SAT 850 (verbal, math), plan to enroll in a 2 o4 4 year college/university, plan on pursuing a career agriculture.

www.nafb.com

February DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION- multiple

scholarships for students pursuing and undergraduate degree in one of the following areas: history, political science, economics, government or nursing.

www.dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm

February NATIONAL CO-OP SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM – Must have

3.5 GPA or better, essay describing why you have chosen to pursue a college cooperative education program and complete all required admissions materials and be accepted in one or more of the 10 NCCE Partner Colleges & Universities.

www.co-op.edu

February online

November

NATIONAL FFA COLLEGIATE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM –for FFA members. Various awards. Information for

scholarship program available November 15.

www.ffa.org

February USAFUNDS ACCESS TO EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS-

Student plans to be enrolled at an accredited 2 or 4 year institution with an adjusted gross family income of $35,000 or less and be a US citizen. Available online December.

www.usafunds.org/scholarship

February RONALD MCDONAL HOUSE CHARITIES PROGRAM-

Students of all backgrounds are eligible. Eligibility: be a high school senior, eligible to attend a 2 or 4 year college/university, reside in local Chapter’s geographic area, submit a complete application.

www.rmhc.com www.rmhc-sc.org Available Mid November 2008

February GUARDIAN’S GIRLS GOING PLACES- Guardian Life

Insurance Company’s annual initiative designed to reward enterprising and community minded girls, age 12-18.

www.GirlsGoingPlaces.com

February MILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART- Children or

Grandchildren of military service veterans who received a Purple Heart (because they were wounded in action) are eligible for a stipend each year. Eligibility for this year has changed so please review the scholarship. This may be renewed for additional years of college if the student maintains a 3.5 GPA.

www.purpleheart.org

February Available November

DR. RALPH BUNCH UCLA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP- Eligibility: underrepresented background,

strong leadership skills, UCLA entering freshman. Merit based.

www.UCLALUMNI.NET/SCHOLARSHIPS

February Available December

INNERSPARK –California State Summer School for the Arts – search to identify the most talented high school aged

visual, literary, media and performing artists in California to attend 4 week are institute.

www.innerspark.us

February ALTURA CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION: awards monetary

scholarships to Riverside County High School seniors pursuing a college degree.

www.Alturacu.com

Celia Cudiamat ,Community Foundation (951) 6844194

February THE LAGRANT FOUNDATION- Minority senior high school

students, pursuing a degree in communication or business administration.

www.lagrantfoundation.org

TENTATIVE DUE DATE

SCHOLARSHIP/DESCRIPTION WEBSITE

February U.S. BANK SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM-Thirty $1,000

scholarship awarded in a random drawing. Two or four year colleges. Register on line for this opportunity. Please read all the registration materials before you sign up.

U. S. BANK SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Apply on line at: www.usbank.com/studentbanking

March American Legion Auxiliary Open to all seniors wishing to apply. If you have a Veteran in your family please complete the veteran section.

Available on school website or in counseling office

March AMERICAN LEGION – SCOUT OF THE YEAR- Some of the criteria’s: must be registered, active member of a Boy Scout Troop and received and Eagle Scout Award.

www.legion.org

March DONNA REED FOUNDATION-

Eligibility: Senior High school student, performing arts (Acting, Musical, Theater, vocal, instrumental and dance).

www.donnareed.org

The Donna Reed Foundation 1305 Broadway Denison, IA 51442 (712) 263-3334

March GRANDMOTHERS FOR PEACE INTERNATIONAL- BARBARA WIEDNER & DOROTHY VANDERCOOK

MEMORIAL PEACE SCHOLARSHIP- Open to Seniors or first

year of college, write a brief autobiography of your activities relating to peace and social justice, nuclear disarmament issues, and conflict resolution. Include proof of these activities. Letters of recommendation.

www.grandmothersforpeace

March NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY & NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS- various scholarships & due dates for

seniors interested in degrees in the area of design, fashion, media arts and culinary arts. (Check availability)

www.artinstitutes.edu

March JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERITY CHEF OF THE YEAR- Two grand prize winners of this year’s culinary competition will receive full tuition scholarships.

For more information and to apply:

www.jwu.edu/culinarycompetitions.aspx or call 800-342-5598

March available November

NATIONAL ITALIAN-AMERICAN FOUNDATION- May select

2 of the 82 Italian heritage scholarships. www.niaf.org

March SILICON VALLEY ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP-Available

to all incoming freshmen students who applied to San Jose State College of Engineering.

www.engr.sjsu.edu/students/scholarships/silicon- valley

March NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL ORATORICAL CONTEST- You

must be legal resident or citizen of the US, all contestants must be bona fide students under the age of 20 years on the date of the National Contest and must be enrolled in a high school or junior high school. The subject to use for the Prepared Oration of the Oratorical Contest must be on phase of the Constitution of the United States. Must win local contest first.

www.legion.org Email: acy@legion.org

March CALIFORNIA JUNIOR MISS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM- Open to high school Juniors with 3.0 GPA or above. Essay required

www.ajm.org/california

March DeVRY UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS- Various scholarships available to DeVry students.

www.devry.edu/tutition/scholarships-details.jsp

TENTATIVE DUE DATE

SCHOLARSHIP/DESCRIPTION WEBSITE

March EDISON SCHOLARS PROGRAM-Eligibility-Have a

cumulative (GPA) of 2.5 to 3.5, taken the SAT of ACT, major in a 4 year college in the disciplines: math, physics, chemistry engineer (electrical, computer, chemical or mechanical, ), materials science, computer science/information systems, business or economics. (Health sciences such as nursing or pre-med are not eligible. Must be a citizen or permanent legal resident of USA.

www.edison.com

March ACT – Poster contest-Design a poster that encourages

students to attend college and take the ACT. The contest is open to high school level students in Illinois, New York & CA.

www.actstudent.org/postercontest

March BILLIARD EDUCATION FOUNDATION ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM- For seniors who have benefited

from the sport of billiards and are pursuing a college education. Must have min. 3.0 GPA, SAT/ACT test scores, be accepted t o undergraduate program and complete an essay. (Check availability).

www.bca-pool.com

March CABRILLO CIVIC CLUBS OF CALIFORNIA- For seniors of Portuguese descent, 3.5 GPA, participated in 3 extra-curricular activities and 3 letters of reference.

www.cabrillocivicclubs.org

March CANERS FOUNDATION ENDOWMENT FOR RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP – For seniors entering college in a

horticulture-related field. Must have two letters of

recommendation.

www.cangc.org

March ITALIAN CATHOLIC FEDERATION- Must be Catholic and of

Italian descent or whose parents/grandparents are members of the Federation and must maintain at least a 3.2 GPA. Essay required 3 letters of recommendation, federal tax return and transcripts.

www.icf.org

March Available

February 1st

KOHLS KIDS WHO CARE- Students aged 6-18 who donate

their time, effort and ideas to make their communities a better place for all. (Check for availability).

www.kohslcorporation.com

March NAVY ROTC SCHOLARSHIP & ROTC (Reserve Office Training Corps) (Apply in Junior Year) - The U.S. Army,

Navy/Marines and Air Force offer ROTC scholarships. These scholarships pay for 4 years of college, provided the college has a ROTC program. Recipients will attend college first, and then serve 4 years as a commissioned officer in the Armed Service of their choice. Local military representatives can initiate the process. Stop by the College/Career Center for more information.

March CIF CALIFORNIA INTERSCHOLASTIC FEDERATION- Eligibility: College-bound seniors whose academic and athletic careers have been truly exemplary along with personal standards (i.e., integrity, honesty, etc.). Unweighted GPA 3.70, demonstrated superior athletic ability in at least two years of varsity play within California (must participate in athletics as a senior) and have a record of good citizenship. Nomination from school.

www.cifstate.org

March CSU- DOMINGUEZ HILLS-CSU Dominguez Hills is offer

scholarships to students that applied for admission. CSU Dominguez Hills 1000 East Victoria Street Carson, CA 90747 (310) 243-2717 Email: hamid@csudh.edu

March CSU SAN BERNARDINO SCHOLARSHIP- Various scholarships for student entering Cal State San Bernardino.

www.finaid.csusb.edu/

TENTATIVE DUE DATE

SCHOLARSHIP/DESCRIPTION WEBSITE

March CALIFORNIA COAST CREDIT UNION- Will be offering five

scholarships for graduating, college-bound seniors. Available December.

www.calcoastcu.org

March CALIFORNIA SCHOOL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (CSEA) SCHOLARASHIP AWARDS- Four different

categories of scholarships for children of CSEA members (check availability)

www.csea.com

March INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF TEAMSTERS- JAMES R. HOFFA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP -Senior in

high school. Sons, daughters, or grandchildren of a Teamster member who had a least 12 months of consecutive membership in good standing. Rank top 15% of High School class, have or expect to have excellent SAT or ACT scores, demonstrate financial need. Plan to attend 4 year accredited college or university.

www.teamster.org/content/about-james-r-hoffa- memorial-scholarship-fund

March JACKIE ROBINSON SCHOLARSHIP FUND-Eligibility: must

be a US citizen, show leadership potential and demonstrating financial need to attend an accredited 4 year college/university.

www.jackierobinson.org JFR Scholarship 3 W. 35

th St.

New York, NY 10001

March NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICERS ASSOCIATION-If one of

your parents is or was a member of the U.S. Armed Forces, you may want to contact the Non-Commissioned Officers Association, which is looking for students with a minimum of 3.0 GPA. 35 awards

www.ncoausa.org

March available January

COUNCIL OF CITIZENS WITH LOW VISION- Students with impaired vision are eligible for scholarship for undergraduate or graduate study based on prior academic record, financial need, and participation in extracurricular activities. Available January 1, 2007.

http://www.cclvi.org/scholarship.htm Bernice Kandarian 2211 Latham St. #120 Mt. View, CA 94040-1652 (800) 733-2258 email: Bernice@tsoft.net

March POINT LOMA CREDIT UNION SCHOLARSHIP-Eligibility: Member of credit union (may join to be eligible), academic performance, extracurricular activities and an essay submitted with application. Applications will be available January.

www.plcu.com

April NATIVE AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND- Several scholarships check the web for criteria and deadlines.

www.collegefund.org

April AFSA SCHOLARSHIP-Eligibility: high school senior and will

attend college/university or trade school. Read essay and answer questions.

www.afsascholarship.org

April AMERICAN FOREIGN SERVICE ASSOCTIATION-Open to

all high school students. Essay must be 750 -1,000 words, discuss the following topic: Analyze and explain what you think will be the challenges facing the American Foreign

Service in the 21st

century.

www.afsa.org/essaycontest

April Winchester Elementary School Scholarship

Open to HUSD students that attended Winchester Elementary school.

Application available in the counseling office or on the THS scholarship page.

April Soroptimist International of San Jacinto Hemet Valley Open to senior girls who have a record of community service

Application in available on the THS scholarship page or in the counseling office.

TENTATIVE DUE DATE

SCHOLARSHIP/DESCRIPTION WEBSITE

April available February

ABBOTT FUND, SCHOLARSHIP AMERICA- Applicants to

the Abbott Fund Community Scholarship Program must be: High School senior maintaining a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale, plan to enroll in a full-time course of study in a science-related major.

www.sms.scholarshipamerica.org/abbott

email jwhyte@scholarship America.org Jennifer Whyte (507) 931-0659

April LINDA Q. SMITH CHESS SCHOLARSHIP- High school

seniors currently residing in Riverside or San Bernardino counties who will be attending a California public college/university in the fall 2007. Scholarship will be awarded to applicants with the highest United States Chess Federation.

http://rycachess.weebly.com/scholarships.html

April MARIN LUGHTER KING JR. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP-

Ethnic minority; Active member or child of active member of the teachers association; Pursing a degree or credential for teaching-relate career in public education.

CTA Human Right Dept. P. O. Box 921 Burlingame, CA 94011-0921

May MELISSA MEIER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS- Seniors

who plan to attend college. Applicants must be victims of drunk driving or have had a family member, relative or friend killed or injured in a DUI crash.

Scholarship Committee Melissa Neier Memorial Fund P. O. Box 740083 Boynton Beach Florida 33474

May available March

SOCIETY OF WOMEN ENGINEERS (SWE) For scientifically-

inclined female student majoring in engineering or computer science. High school seniors with GPA of 3.5 or above. Online in February.

www.swe.org

May TALL CLUBS INTERNATION- Eligibility: Tall high school

seniors, female (5‘10”and up) male (6‘2” and up). Contact local Tall Club International. Available on the web after January.

www.tall.ort

June STUCK AT PROM- Duck Brand Duct Tape Scholarship

contest. Design prom attire with duct tape. See website for details.

www.ducktapeclub.com/contests/prom

June Knights of Columbus- (1)Essay- “What it means to live in

freedom in a democracy such as the United States of America” (2)Member of St. Catherine’s Church—Application available in College/Career Center.

Check Web UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND-The UNCF administers

around 400 scholarships programs for students interested in the 39 affiliated black colleges and universities. Must earn a 2.5 or higher GPA.

www.uncf.org

July AERO CLUB OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA- Must be a full time junior or senior high school student. Show intent to pursue studies in aviation or aerospace and plan to enroll in an aviation or aerospace program in a nationally accredited trade, vocational school, college or university by fall of 2008.

John Durant Aero Club Scholarship Committee 992 Occidental Drive Claremont, CA 91711 (909) 621-4578

HELPFUL WEB SITES

The following information was compiled to assist you with financial aid information, scholarships and

general college information. There is a great amount of information through the following web sites,

but be aware of the personal information you give and also no payment should be required for

applications or information.

SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH

College Board www.collegeboard.org

Cal Grant/Chafee Grant www.csac.ca.gov

Fastweb www.fastweb.com

Scholarship search www.4scholarships.com

College Net www.collegenet.com

SRN Express www.srnexpress.com

U.S News www.usnews.com

Asainc www.asainc.org

NHSF www.nhsf.org/scholars.html

SSSC www.sssc.com

Scholarship listings by state www.college-scholarships.com

Yahoo Search

www.yaho.com/Education/Financial_aid/scholarship

Scholarships for Hispanics www.scholarshipsforhispanics.org

Governor’s Merit Scholarships www.scholarshare.com

Scholarship Resource Network www.srnexpress.com

The Pepsi-Cola company Tuition Funding Program www.tuitions.com

FINANCIAL AID

Financial Aid Estimator (EFC) www.finaid.com

Funding Your Education www.ed.gov

California Student Aid Commission www.csac.ca.gov

College Board’s Financial Services www.collegeboard.com

Federal Financial Aid Forms www.fafsa.ed.gov

National Assoc. of student Fin. Aid Admin info www.finaid.org/nasfaa

Peterson’s Education & Career Center www.petersons.com

U.S. Dept. of Education’s home page www.ed.gov/student aid

Federal Tax Benefits for Education www.irs.ustreas.gov

COLLEGE DIRECTORIES

Colleges/Universities www.yahoo.com/Education/Universities

Community Colleges www.yahoo/Education/CommunityColleges

College View www.collegeview.com

College Board www.collegeboard.org

California State Universities www.csumentor.edu

University of California www.ucop.edu/pathways

Go College www.gocollege.com

Christian Colleges www.christiancollegementor.edu

LOAN FORGIVENESS PROGRAMS

Loan forgiveness programs may be what some students need for assistance with educational loans. This is how

they work. You provide a public service that helps those in need. Programs such as giving health care or legal

services to disadvantaged, teaching underprivileged children, building homes for low-income families; and in

return these programs repay all or part of your educational loan debt. For more information check out these web

sites.

AmeriCorps: AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps:

AmeriCorps Volunteers in Service to America:

AmeriCorps State and National Direct Programs:

www.americorps.org

Military: Veteran’s Educational Assistance Program (VEAP)

Dependent’s Educational Assistance Program

www.gibill.va.gov/educational/benefits.html

ROTC (Reserve Officers’ Training Corps)

For more information, contact your local ROTC office.

Native American Programs: Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)

www.doi.gov/bureau-indian-affairs.html American Indian College Fund (AICF) and the Tribal Colleges

www.collegefund.org

Peace Corps www.peacecorps.gov

Teach for America www.teachforamerica.org

National Health Service Corps

www.bphc.hrsa.gov

PHONE NUMBERS

California Department of Veterans Affairs (800) 952-5626

(888) 442-4551

California Student Aid Commission (888) 224-7268 Federal Financial Student Aid Information (800) 433-3243

Federal Family Education Loan Program (877) 233-3863

Federal Tax Benefits for Education (800) 829-1040

Students with Disabilities (TTY) (800) 730-8913

Free cassette recording on federal student aid

A Resource on Financial Aid for Students

with Disabilities

(800) 433-3243

(800) 544-3284

Federal Bureau of Indian Affairs (916) 978-6058

Guide for the College-Bound Student Athlete (800) 638-3731

Report Scholarship Scams

National Fraud Information Center

(800) 876-7060