September 2009 Scholarship Bulletin

FREE Cornell Engineering Fall Diversity Hosting Program for Seniors
Saturday October 16 – Monday October 18, 2009

The College of Engineering will cover all travel expenses, on campus meals and accommodation for students who are selected

Received by 9/16/09
· This three-day hosting event offers under-represented minority high school seniors a first hand view of Cornell University’s College of Engineering
· Rigorous high school curriculum with strong academic performance, particularly in Math and Science
completed profile form (application), including the essay question available at http://www.engineering.cornell.edu/fallhosting
Copy of your high school transcript (See Mrs. Pulido in Attendance to order transcript)
Please submit your profile form and transcript to Engineering Admissions at:
Engineering Admissions Office Cornell University 102 Hollister Hall Ithaca, NY 14853-3501
Fax: 607.255.0971
If you have any questions about this program please call the Engineering Admissions Office at (607) 255-5008, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., EST, or e-mail engr_admissions@cornell.edu and put “Fall Diversity Hosting Program” in the subject line.

Wendy’s High School Heisman Award
Varies (up to $10,000)
10/1/09
The online application must be completed no later than 5:00 p.m.
Senior
Male and female students who excel in academic, athletics, and leadership
Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0, and participate in at least one school-sponsored sport
All Wendy’s High School Heisman applicants will be able to download a printable certificate from the website. Gift cards in quantities ranging from $5 to $50 (randomly drawn) will be sent to the first 41,100 applicants.
Application available at: www.wendysheisman.com. IMPORTANT: Please select Ms. Caryn Cortright as the contact person who will review your online application. Ms. Cortright is available in the Athletic Office room 034.

University of North Florida
Offering a variety of scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $20,000 over four years
Deadline 11/13/09
Senior
Planning to attend UNF
Information about all UNF Scholarships available online at www.unf.edu/finaid/scholarships

Florida State University (CARE Program)
Those who qualify for financial aid, and have financial need will have 100% of their need
for the summer term met from non-loan sources
As early as possible (students are encouraged to apply to the first FSU notification deadline 10/14/09) but no later than 01/20/10
Senior
Planning to attend FSU
Student who may have been disadvantaged due to economic, educational, or cultural circumstances
Minimum GPA 2.50 as calculated by FSU
SAT score of 1330 OR a composite score of 19 on the ACT
Two letters of support (one from your guidance counselor)
Essay
The majority of participants selected will be first-generation college students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds who have demonstrated a strong desire to succeed. Students are required to apply for financial aid, and those with financial need will have 100% of their need for the summer term met from non-loan sources. Students who do not qualify for financial aid may participate in the program at regular summer-term rates on a limited, first-come, first-served basis.

Students must apply for admission to FSU by the regular notification date at www.admissions.fsu.edu/ but in addition, students need to apply to the CARE program at www.care.fsu.edu

University of South Florida Honors College
$4000 ($500.00 per semester)
Not Stated
Senior
3.7 GPA or higher
Planning to attend the Honors College at USF
1250 (math/verbal) SAT/29 ACT or higher
Students who do not meet the requirements but have extraordinary life experiences might be admitted to the program at the discretion of the program director. You can contact the director to discuss options.
For more information and application go to www.stpt.usf.edu/coas/honors

Horatio Alger Association Scholarship Program
Ranging between $2,500 to $20,000
10/30/09
· Senior
· GPA 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
· A strong commitment to pursuing and completing a bachelor’s degree
· Critical financial need, preferably $50,000 or lower family income, if higher explanation must be provided
· Involvement in co-curricular and community service activities
· Exhibit integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity
· U.S. citizen
· Application available at www.horatioalger.com/scholarship

Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
(50)$20,000
(200)$10,000
10/31/09
Senior
3.0 GPA at the end of junior year
Academic achievement
Demonstrated leadership
Commitment to community
Application available online only at www.coca-colascholars.org
High School’s CEEB Code: 101-004

5000 Role Models of Excellence Project
Varies
Return completed application the first week of November to Mrs. Bennett, English teacher and Site-Director-5000 Role Models at Varela
Seniors
Recipients must have been in the project at least 3 years (consecutive years)
At least 25 hours of community service approved by the 5000 Role Models
Essay
List of extra-curricular activities and community service
SAT and /or ACT scores
Application available at www.5000rolemodels.com
Return completed application the first week of November to Mrs. Bennett, English Teacher and Site-Director 5000 Role Models at Varela

Gates Millennium Scholars
Varies:
GMS program includes scholarship opportunities to cover tuition for undergraduate programs as well as graduate and post-graduate resources and conferences
1/11/10 online application or the paper application postmarked

Seniors who are African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American
Must be a citizen/legal permanent resident or national of the United States
GPA 3.3 unweighted
Planning to attend a U.S. accredited college or university as a full time, degree-seeking freshman in the Fall of 2010
Demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, extracurricular or other activities
Meet the Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria (eligibility for the Pell Grant can only be determined through the submission of the FAFSA after 1/1/10)
Application and nomination forms are available at www.gmsp.org. If you have any questions please call 1-877-690-4677 or by email at info@gmsp.org