Scholarship Bulletin - Galena Park Independent School District

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GALENA PARK
INDEPENDENT
SCHOOL DISTRICT
Scholarship Handbook
2012 - 2013
SCHOLARSHIP BRIEFS
The following information is based on data received in the past from scholarship donors.
This information may change from year to year so be sure to check the current
requirements in the Guidance Office. Scholarships are listed in alphabetical order.
Abilene Christian University Presidential Scholar Awards
Amount: Up to $44,416
College: Abilene Christian University
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : December 31
GPISD deadline: December 17
Information and requirements: Service; Leadership; Good moral character
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: SAT: 1270 or ACT: 29
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.acu.edu
Phone: 1-800-460-6228
Academic Scholarship Program / Freshman Leadership Program / Honors Program
Amount: $ Varying
College: Sam Houston State University
Major: Varies
DEADLINE ! : Received by March 1
GPISD deadline: February 22
Information and requirements: Good character and academic success
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 25%
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: two
Envelope: yes
Acoustic Edge Car Stereo Installation Training Institute Scholarship Program
Amount: $100 to $500
College: Acoustic Edge Institute
Major: Car Stereo Installation
DEADLINE ! : Unknown
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Given to the first 100 qualified applicants
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements:
Letters of recommendation:
Envelope: no
Phone: Roger Hill at 1-866-813-EDGE or 281-893-7755
Web Site: www.acousticedge.com
E-mail: [email protected]
AIA/AAF Minority /Disadvantaged Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: Any accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board
GPISD deadline:
Letters of recommendation: Nomination and letter of recommendation
Envelope: no
Phone: 202-626-7511
Al’s Formal Wear Salute to Education Scholarship
Amount: $2,500
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 7
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes
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Major: Architecture
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.alsformalwear.com
E-mail:
All-USA Academic Team
Amount: $2,500
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : February 28
Information and requirements: Outstanding original academic, artistic or leadership endeavors
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA must be on a 4.0 scale
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: two plus nomination letter
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-703- 854-3400
Web Site: www.allstars.usatoday.com
American Chemical Society Scholars Program
College: Any
Major: Chemically-related science
DEADLINE ! : March 1
Information and requirements: Hispanic, Native American, or African American;
U.S. citizen
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a “B” average; high achievement in science
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: http://chemistry.org/scholars
Phone: 1-800-227-5558
American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) Scholarship Contest
College: Any including technical
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : January 5 or first 1,000 entries
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: No transcript is required
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: yes
Envelope: no
Website: www.afsascholarship.org
American General Scholarship
Amount: $500 to $1,500
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Good character;
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 50% of class but not in the top 10%
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 1-615-320-3149
American Legion National High School Oratorical Contest
Amount: $1,500 to $18,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : Unknown
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements:
Essay: yes
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Letters of recommendation: no
Phone: 1-317-630-1249
Web site: www.legion.org/events/evt_orainfo.php
American Musical and Dramatic Academy National Scholarships
Amount: Unknown
College: AMDA in New York or Los Angeles
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : Rec’d by Feb. 1
GPISD deadline:
Essay: no
Letters of recommendation: one (nomination)
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.amda.edu
Phone: 1-800-367-7908
American Public Works Association Oratorical Contest
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 15
GPISD deadline:
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: none
Essay: yes presented orally
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone: Ms. Gladys Hagan at 713-222-3516
Angelo State University Carr Academic Scholarship Program
College: Angelo State University
Major: Any but preference is given to law,
medicine, and education
GPISD deadline: January 25
Information and requirements: Financial need
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 15% and ACT: 25 or SAT: 1140 (CR + M)
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-933-6299
Website: www.angelo.edu
Angelo State University General University Scholarships
Amount: Unknown
College: Angelo State University
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 1
GPISD deadline: April 22
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-933-6299
Website: www.angelo.edu
Annika Rodriguez Scholarship for Hispanic Students
Amount: Full tuition and a stipend
College: Washington University in St. Louis
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : January 15
Information and requirements: Hispanic and apply for admission
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Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-638-0700
Web Site: www.wustl.edu
Anthony “Tony” A. Gaston Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $500
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : April 9
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Artistic; accepted to college; NSSHS senior
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 3.0 GPA
Essay: 1 to 2 pages explaining why you want to pursue Art as a career
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone: Mrs. Gaston at 281-441-7177 or 713-451-4777 (Call to make arrangements to
submit your artwork and essay)
Note: You must submit a work of art with your essay. The winner must be
willing to participate in the publicity of this scholarship.
AnyCollege.Com Scholarship
Amount: $2,000
College: Any
DEADLINE ! : Quarterly drawing
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: www.anycollege.com
Phone: 1-866-900-9933
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Arrid “Stress-free” Scholarship Sweepstakes
Amount: $5,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : 9:00a.m on Oct. 31
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: www.arrid.com/sweeps/stressfreesweeps
Phone:
Arthur Lily Scholarship
Amount: $2142
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 20
GPISD deadline: May 18
Information and requirements: Grandparent or parent graduated from Fidelity Manor Jr. and Sr. High School
Essay:
Envelope: no
Phone:
Web Site:
Arthur Temple College of Forestry
Amount: $4,000 to $8,000
College: Stephen F. Austin
Major: Forestry
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Essay:
Letters of recommendation: three
Envelope: yes
Phone: 936-468-3407 or 936-468-2403
Web Site: hhtp://redbud.sfasu.edu
Association for Compensatory Educators of Texas ACET Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : March 10
GPISD deadline: March 6
Information and requirements: Students who have participated for at least two years in a
compensatory program such as Algebra AB-CD or TAKS remediation classes or who are
categorized as PEP, ESL, or At Risk are eligible.
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web site: www.acetx.org
Phone: 281-985-6469
Association of Texas Professional Educators Scholarship – Galena Park Chapter
Amount: $500
College: Any
Major: Education
DEADLINE! : Received by March 23
Essay: yes (200 words or less)
Envelope: yes
Asthma Athlete Scholarships
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Accomplished athlete with asthma; U.S. citizen;
accepted to an accredited college
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Excellent grades
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 1-800-558-7305
AXA Achievement Community Scholarship Program
Amount: $2,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline: February 8, 2008
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen or legal resident ; outstanding achievement
in a non-academic activity in school, the community or the workplace
Essay:
Letters of recommendation: From professional who can verify your achievement
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-537-4180
Web Site: www.axa-achievement.com
AXA Achievement National Scholarship Program
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline: December 7, 2007
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Information and requirements: U.S. citizen or legal resident ; outstanding achievement
in a non-academic activity in school, the community or the workplace
Essay:
Letters of recommendation: From professional who can verify your achievement
Envelope: yes
Web site: www.axa-achievement.com
Phone: 1-800-537-4180
Ayn Rand Institute Essay Scholarship
Amount: $50 to $10,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Read The Fountainhead
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.aynrand.org/contests
Phone:
Bank of America Financial Aid Sweepstakes
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.bankofamerica.com/studentsweeps
Bay Area Chorus Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Vocal music education and/or performance
Essay: no
Letters of recommendation: yes (Choir teacher)
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: Robert Gomez at 281-488-1204 or 713-265-6729
Note: Auditions will be held on March 17 in Clear Lake and the winner will be invited to
perform at the Spring Concert on April 14.
Bay Area Running Club Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Runner
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 2.5 on 4.0 scale
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: Brenda Sanzone at 281-480-0257
Bay Area Tall Texans Scholarship / Tall Clubs International
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : May 1
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Information and requirements: Must be at least: 5’10” for females and 6’2” for males
Essay: yes (on given form)
Letters of recommendation: two (on given forms)
Envelope: yes
Baylor University Carr P. Collins Scholars Program
College: Baylor University
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Texas resident for at least one year
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 25% and ACT: 28 or SAT: 1250 (CR + M)
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-BAYLOR-U Option 8-2
Web site: www.baylor.edu/admissions/CarrPCollins
Baylor University Merit Scholarship Awards
Amount: Up to full tuition
College: Baylor University
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Apply for admission 1-800-BAYLOR U
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-BAYLOR-U
Web Site: www.baylor.edu/~finaid
E-Mail: [email protected]
Fax: 1-254-710-2695
Beat the Odds Scholarship
Amount: $5,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : Received by January 5
Information and requirements: Succeeded in spite of hardships; community service
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 713-664-4080
Benedictine College Scholarship
College: Benedictine College
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Admitted to Benedictine College by January 15
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA of 3.2 and ACT: 27 or SAT: 1220
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 1-800-467-5340
Bently Nevada Corporation Scholarship
Amount: $5,000
College: Any accredited
Major: Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or
Computer) or Computer Science
DEADLINE! : Received by April 26
Information and requirements: Includes employment or internship during summers and
breaks
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ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Very math oriented
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: Recommended but not required
Interview: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Dan Lopez at 713-640-1111
Website: www.bently.com
Best Buy Scholarships
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Community service
Essay:
Envelope:
E-mail:
Web site: www.bestbuy.com/scholarships (click on “Community Relations” on the lower left hand side of the
page)
Beta Sigma Phi North Channel Area City Council Scholarship
College: Any
Major : Any
DEADLINE! : April 2
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: “B” average or above
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: one
Envelope: yes
Note: A copy of your parent’s 2006 or 2007 income tax returns must be included with your
application.
Beta Theta Pi Leadership Scholarship
Amount: Up to $500
College: UT in Austin
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : August 1
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Male; admitted to UT in Austin; leadership
Essay: no
Envelope: no
Interview: yes
Phone: Brandon Taylor at 1-512-495-3046
Web Site: www.texasbeta.org
Bethany College Performance Awards
Amount: Unknown
College: Bethany College (Kansas)
Major: Art, Athletics, Music, Theater
GPISD deadline:
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 2.5, ACT: 19 or SAT: 910, top 50% of class
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-826-2281
Web Site: www.bethany.edu
Bethany College Scholarships
Amount: $8,400 to $20,800
College: Bethany College (Kansas)
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
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ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.0, ACT: 21 or SAT: 990, top 50% of class
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-826-2281
Web Site: www.bethanylb.edu
Bilingual, Bicultural Students Scholarships
Amount: $2,000
Major: Healthcare
DEADLINE ! : June 30
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Fluent in Spanish
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone:
Web Site: www.pacificarelatino.com
E-mail:
Black History Makers of Tomorrow Essay Contest
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: African American, Leader, High moral character, and
Community service
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a “B” average
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 713-623-2788
Black Women’s Awareness Club, Inc. Scholarship
Amount: $200
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: African American female
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone: Dr. Nell Pringle at 281-459-7122
Bradford School’s Scholarship Day
Amount: Up to $1500
College: Bradford School
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Must take exam at Bradford on April 16
Essay:
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.bradfordschoolhouston.edu
Phone: Diane Hallmark at 713-629-1500
Buddy Lockard Memorial Scholaship
Amount: $2,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 11
Information and requirements: Financial need; Taken ACT or SAT or have an acceptance
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letter from a college or university
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 832-386-1226
Burger King Scholars Scholarship Program
Amount: $1,000
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Financial need, work part-time ( at least 15 hr/wk for
40 wks/ yr), good conduct, and co-curricular activities and/or community service
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale
Essay:
Recommendation:
Envelope: no
Web site: www.bk.com/scholars
E-mail: [email protected] or [email protected]
Phone: 1-615-320-3149 or 1-305-378-3186
Business and Professional Women Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: Any college including technical
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : January 31
Information and requirements: Male and female students may apply
Essay: yes (short)
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 713-682-0517
Web site:
Call Me Mister Scholarship Program
Amount: Four (4) years free
College: South Carolina colleges (List with application)
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: African-American Male
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: www.callmemister.clemson.edu
Phone:
E-mail:
Major: Education
Campbell’s Soup $100,000 American Dreams Contest
Amount: $100,000
College: Any college including technical
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : November 30
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes
Photo:
Envelope:
Phone:
Web site: www.campbellsdream.com
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Career Colleges and Schools of Texas (CCST) Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Career colleges(list in Guidance office)
Major: Any
DEADLINE! :
Information and requirements: Four vocational/technical awards for NSSHS
Essay: yes ( brief statement of your desire for this scholarship, plans for the future, and
which school you would like to attend)
Envelope: no
Note: Your essay will be your application.
Career Day Houston 2008 Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : February 6
Information and requirements: Must present fashion garment to committee
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Jane Hall at 281-497-0883 or Gloria Pearson at 713-782-4953
Careers and Colleges Scholarship
Amount: $10,000
College: See web site for list
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Request info
Essay: no
Envelope: no
Web site: careersandcolleges.com
Cat Lift Trucks Scholarships
Amount: $1,000
College: Any in Texas
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : Rec’d by April 15
Information and requirements: US citizen and /or be born in US; no expulsions from school
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Unweighted “B” average
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Tammy Tiedt at 713-365-1000
Web site: www.cat-lift.com
Celebrating Our Elders Essay Scholarship Contest
Amount: $250 to $1,000
College: Any community college
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : May 30
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Plan to attend a community college
Essay: yes (two pages)
Envelope: no
Phone: Linda Bullock at 281-283-2575
Web site: www.uhcl.edu/intertcultural/coe
“Chase Your Dreams” Scholarship
Amount: $500
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College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : November 30
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes (300-400 words)
Envelope: no
Phone:
Web site: www.shaylaprice.com/scholarship.htm
Chevrolet/Michelle Kwan R.E.W.A.R.D.S. Scholarship
Amount: Up to $5000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Female athlete; U.S. citizen or legal resident
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-377-5233
Web site: www.chevy.com/rewards
Children’s Defense Fund Beat the Odds Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Overcome significant obstacles
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Anat Kelman at 713-664-4080
Website: www.cdftexas.org
Chinese Professional Club of Houston
Amount: $1000 to $2000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : November 5
GPISD deadline: October 29
Information and requirements: Chinese descent (minimum ¼)
Essay: two
Envelope: yes
Interview: Only for semi-finalists
Phone: John Loh at 832-428-8832
Website: www.cpchouston.com
Clemson University Scholarships
College: Clemson University (South Carolina)
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Admission application is used as scholarship application
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-864-656-2287 or 1-864-656-2280
Website: www.clemson.edu
Coca-Cola Bottling “Share the Dream” Essay Contest
Amount: Up to $2500
College: Any
Major: Any
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GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes (Topic in Guidance Office)
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone: 713-984-2317
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Program
Amount: $4,000 to $20,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : Received by October 31
GPISD deadline:
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale)
Essay: no
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.coca-colascholars.org
Phone: 1-800-306-2653
College Information Hotline Scholarship Drawing
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : January 16 at 6:00p.m.
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: This is a drawing that anyone can enter.
Essay: no
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone: 1-800-347-3475
Note: Calling 1-800-347-3475 on January 15 or 16 between 10:00a.m. and 6:00p.m. to get college and financial aid
information will enter you into the drawing. Seven awards will be given.
Colleges.Com Full Ride Sweepstakes
Amount: Full Ride
College: Any
DEADLINE ! : December 31, 2006
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone:
Web Site: www.colleges.com
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
CollegeSTEPS Program Scholarship Sweepstakes
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : Monthly drawings Oct.-May
GPISD deadline:
Essay: no
Envelope: no
Phone: 1-888-511-7302
Web Site: www.wellsfargo.com/collegesteps
Colorado State University Provost Scholarship
Amount: $20,000
College: Colorado State
Major: Any
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Information and requirements: Must be admitted to Colorado State
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: ACT: 28 or SAT 1240
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-970-491-7023
Web Site: www.sfs.colostate.edu
Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship Program
Amount: $1,500
College: Any including vocational
Major: Agriculture
Information and requirements: Family is engaged in production agriculture
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Average GPA
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-504-9202
Web Site: www.Monsanto.com or www.nacorporation.com
Communications Club Journalism Scholarships
Amount: At least $250
College: San Jacinto College Central
Major: Journalism
DEADLINE! : May 15
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a “C” average
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Converse College Trustee Scholarship
Amount: $44,000
College: Converse College
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.5 and SAT: 1100+ or ACT: 24+
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-766-1125
Web Site:
County Judges & Commissioners Association of Texas Immediate Past-President’s Scholarship *
Amount: $5,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Extra curricular activities, personal goals, and financial need
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top one third of class
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Web Site:
E-mail:
Crescent Moon Foundation
Amount: $2,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 31
Information and requirements: Financial need; 2006 tax return
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Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Photo: yes
Phone: 713-541-2093
Web Site:
E-mail:
Crosslites.com Scholarship
College: Any
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.crosslites.com
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Culinary Institute of America "Cream of the Crop" Academic Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 to $5,000
College: Culinary Institute of America
Major: Culinary Arts &/or Hospitality
Information and requirements: Outstanding academics and leadership skills ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10%
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-CULINARY
Dallas Morning News All-State Scholar-Athlete Team
Amount: $500 to $4,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Leadership and service to school and community;
Letter in a varsity sport recognized by UIL
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10% and 90 or better grade average
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Web Site: www.dallasnews.com
Note: Athletic ability is not a factor in the selection process.
Daniel Bazan, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $1000
College: Any including Vocational
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Aptitude, desire, and financial need
Essay: yes (personal statement)
Interview: yes (finalist only)
Envelope: yes
Danny T. Le Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $1250
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 5
Information and requirements: Vietnamese; Excel academically and be committed to community service
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Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Web Site: www.vietscholarships.org
DAR Good Citizens Scholarship *
Amount: $250 (State winner) to $3,000 (National Winner)
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline: November 7
Information and requirements: Dependable, Leader, Service-oriented, Patriotic
Essay: yes (timed—make an appointment with Mrs. Lubbat)
Letters of recommendation: one by a person not affiliated with school
Envelope: no
DAR Good Citizens Scholarship *
Amount: $250 (State winner) to $3,000 (National Winner)
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Dependable, Leader, Service-oriented, Patriotic
Essay: yes (timed—make an appointment with Mrs. Lubbat)
Letters of recommendation: one by a person not affiliated with school
Envelope: no
David Honeycutt Memorial Scholarship (Prime Contractors, Inc.)
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Engineering, Architecture, or Construction
DEADLINE ! : Rec’d by May 31
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.0 or higher
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 281-999-0875
Web Site: www.primecontractorsinc.com
Davidson College John Montgomery Belk Scholarship
College: Davidson College (North Carolina)
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Demonstrated intellectual & personal success; leadership
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-704-894-2044
Web Site: www.davidson.edu/admission
Delta Delta Delta Community Scholarship *****
College: Any Texas university or college
Major: Any
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen; Female; Financial need
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Envelope: no
Phone:
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E-mail:
Delta Sigma Theta Astra Lee Mock Vocational Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: Vocational
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 1
Information and requirements: African-American
Essay: yes, typed
Photo: yes, 3x5
Interview: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Barbara Branch at 281 497-1682
Web Site:
Note: You must provide a copy of the family W2 form from last year (2000).
Delta Sigma Theta Houston Metropolitan Alumnae Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: Any
Major: Any
Essay: yes, typed
Photo: yes, 3x5
Interview: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Courtney Smith 713-868-1836
Web Site:
Note: You must provide a copy of the family W2 form from last year (2006).
Delta Sigma Theta Marie Fonsworth Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: University of Houston
Major: Any
Information and requirements: African-American Females only; Financial need
Essay: yes
Photo:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 713-743-5190 or 832-200-7632
Web Site:
Note: Application must be typed and a copy of your parents 2000 W-2 form must be
Attached.
Delta Sigma Theta Suburban Houston Scholarship
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : November 1, 2006
GPISD deadline: October 25, 2006
Information and requirements: Minority
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: “B” or higher average or ranked in the top 25% of class
Essay: yes
Interview: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Vera Brown at 218-403-0727
Note: You must attend 2 seminars to be eligible for this scholarship. Seminars are on Saturday,
November 16, 2007 and Feb. 17 from 9:00am to 1:00pm.
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Delta Upsilon Scholarship
Amount: $1000
College: University of Texas at Austin
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Well-rounded male who excels in all areas
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-512-478-5228
Web Site: www.texasdu.tk
DeVry Institutes of TechnologyScholarship*
Amount: $9,000
College: DeVry Institutes of Technology
Major: Electronics Engineering Technology,
Electronics Technician, Computer Information Systems, Telecommunications
Management, Business Administration, or Accounting
DEADLINE ! : July 1
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen or permanent resident and first-generation
college student
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top third of class and at least a “B” average
Essay: yes (Why I Should be NSSHS DeVry Nominee”)
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-295-8694
Web site: www.devry.edu
Note: One NSSHS senior will receive this scholarship!
DeVry University Community Scholar Scholarship*
College: DeVry Universities
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : July 1
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen or permanent resident; Must be admitted to DeVry
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 50% or Junior year GPA of 2.7 with a B or better in Algebra I or higher
Essay: yes----“Why I Should be the nominee for the DeVry Scholarship” (250 to 500 words)
Envelope: no
Phone: 1-800295-8694
Web site: www.devry.edu/scholarships
NOTE: There is no formal application for this scholarship. Your essay will be your application.
DeVry University – Dean’s and Presidential Scholarships
Amount: $13,500(Dean’s) to $64,000(Presidential)
College: DeVry Universities
Major: Electronics Engineering Technology,
Computer Information Systems, Telecommunications Management, Business
Administration, Computer Engineering Technology , Electronics and Computer
Technology, or Network Systems Administration
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Academic achievement, U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Essay: no
Envelope: no
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Phone: 1-800-295-8694
Web site: www.devry.edu/scholarships
Note: Your application for admission is also your scholarship application.
Donna Reed Performing Arts Scholarships
Amount: Up to $4000
College: Any
Major: Performing Arts
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: US citizen
Essay:
Photo:
Envelope:
Phone: 1-712-263-3334
Web Site: www.donnareed.org
Don’t Mess with Texas Scholarship
Amount: $3000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Leadership role in preventing litter
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Michael Roberts at 1- 512-476-4368 Ext. 308
Web Site: www.dontmesswithtexas.org
Dr. Gerald Cobb Math and Science Club Scholarship
Amount: $500
College: Any 4 year college
Major: Math, Science or Technology
DEADLINE ! : May 2
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen; NSSHS senior
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Dr. Gerald Cobb National Junior Honor Society Scholarship
Amount: $1000
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 2
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen; member and good standing member of
National Honor Society; NSSHS senior
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Dr. Gerald Cobb Student Council Scholarship
Amount: $500
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 2
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen; active and good standing member of
Student Council; NSSHS senior
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
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Dream Foundation “Dream Come True” Scholarship
Amount: $4,000
College: Any four-year accredited college
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : April 25
Information and requirements: Based on academics, community service, and
personal drive
Essay: yes (on given form)
Letters of recommendation: one (no more than 100 words that reflects the student’s
“personal drive”) along with a community service verification letter (on given forms)
Envelope: yes
Phone: Ms. Pamela Greaney at 713-688-1817
Note: All applications must be typewritten.
Drexel Society – North Channel Chapter Scholarship
Amount: Up to $4200
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: US citizen; Community service
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 2.9 on a 4.0 scale; SAT: 800 or ACT: 19
Essay: yes
Interview: yes (for finalists only)
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
East Harris County A&M Mothers’ Club Scholarship
Amount: $200
College: Texas A&M at College Station
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Must be accepted to A&M
Essay:
Photo:
Envelope: yes
East Houston Regional Medical Center Adult Auxiliary Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Health Care
DEADLINE! : Received by April 11
Essay: no
Photo: Optional
Envelope: yes
Note: Put “Attention: John Somers” on the lower left side of your envelope
eCampusTours.com Scholarship
Amount: $1000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Photo:
Envelope: no
Website: www.eCampusTours.com
Phone: 1-800-337-6884
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Eddie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
Amount: $5,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Athlete; academics; leadership; drug-free
Essay:
Envelope:
Website: www.eddierobinson.com
Education America-Houston-Achievers
Amount: $500 to $2,500
College: Education America – Houston Campus
Major: Computer Information
Systems, Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology, Business Technology, and
Medical Assisting
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Requires the ASSET which measures competency in
reading, math, and language
Essay: no
Interview: yes (finalists only)
Envelope: no
Education is Freedom Scholarship
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Financial need and Community service
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.0 to 3.5 on a 4.0 scale (“B” average)
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone:
E-mail:
Web Site: www.educationisfreedom.org
Education Matters $5K Scholarship
Amount: $5,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Phone: 1-904-854-6750
Web Site: www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx
EF Global Citizen Award *
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE!: February 15
Information and requirements: Interested in traveling
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
EFSI Scholarship Sweepstakes*
Amount: $5,000
College: Any
Major: Any
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DEADLINE!: July 31
Essay: no
Envelope: no
Web site: www.efsi.net
Phone: 1-800-753-1437
GPISD deadline:
Elks “Most Valuable Student” Competition
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen
Essay: yes
Photo:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 713-721-1152
Web Site: www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.cfm
E-mail:
Emory Scholar Program Award
Amount: Up to Full Ride
College: Emory University (Atlanta, Georgia)
Major: Any
GPISD deadline: October 20, 2006
Information and requirements: All paperwork required for admission must accompany the
application for this scholar program
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Superlative grades and test scores
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-727-6036
Web site: www.emory.edu/ADMISSIONS
Equistar Chemicals Company Math Scholarship*
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Math or Math Education
Information and requirements: A scholarship will be awarded to a NSSHS senior.
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Scholastic performance is important
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Equistar Chemicals Company Science Scholarship*
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Science or Science Education
Information and requirements: A scholarship will be awarded to a NSSHS senior.
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Scholastic performance is important
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
ERCA Community Contribution Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Documented community service
Essay: yes
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Envelope: no
Eta Phi Beta Sorority Scholarship
Amount: Up to $500
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 15
Information and requirements: Good character and morals; passed TAAS
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 2.5 to 3.4 (on a 4.0 scales)
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Web Site:
“Every Drop Counts” Earth Science Scholarship
Amount: $10,000
College: Any
Major: Earth/Environmental Sciences
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.0
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Web site: www.ozarkawater.com
Ex-Students' Association/Texas Leader Scholarships for the University of Texas at Austin
Amount: Up to$40,000
College: University of Texas at Austin
Major: Any
DeadLINE ! : February 1
Information and requirements: Leadership potential
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Fastweb College Scholarship Sweepstakes
Amount: $10,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Apply online
Essay:
Envelope: no
Phone:
Web Site: www.fastweb.com/fastweb/clients/sweeps/rules-19.ptml
First Freedom Student Competition Essay Award
Amount: $3,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : Nov. 27, 2006
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Apply online
Essay:
Envelope: no
Phone: Dr. Isabelle Kinnard at 1-804-643-1786
Web Site: www.firstfreedom.org
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Footaction USA Hooked on Sports Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 to $10,000
College: Any accredited educational institution
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Sports participation
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Used in selection of winner
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Foundation Excellence Awards
College: Texas A&M University
Major: Any
Information and requirements: There will be 100 awards for students from traditionally
underrepresented groups, minorities, and economically or educationally disadvantaged
backgrounds and to those who have already submitted an admission application to ATM
Essay: yes (2)
Envelope: yes
Web site: www.tamu.edu/foundation
Fraternal Order of Eagles Scholarship
Amount: $500
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Financial need, extracurricular activities, and community
service
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Fred Luster, Sr. Educationn Foundation College Scholarship
College: Any
Major: Chemistry, Business, or Engineering
DEADLINE! : March 1
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.0 on 4.0 scales
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web site: www.proudlady.org/scholar/scholar.html
Note: Proof of income (W2) is required.
FreeCollegeScholarships.net
Amount: 10,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : Year round
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope: no
Web site: www.freecollegescholarships.net
Galena Park Area Council PTA Scholarship
Amount: $500
Major: Any
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Information and requirements: Member of your local PTSA; financial need; two winners from NSSHS
Essay: yes
Interview: yes (six finalists only)
Envelope: yes
Galena Park Association for School Nutrition Scholarship
Amount: $500
College: Any
Major: Any
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Galena Park Classroom Teachers Association Scholarship
Amount: $350
College: Any
Major: Education
Information and requirements: A senior from NSSHS will receive this scholarship
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Galena Park Education Foundation Hernandez Student Scholarship
Amount: $500
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : May 9
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: A/B average
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Galena Park Education Foundation James B. Havard Scholarship
Amount: $1000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : May 9
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Galena Park Education Foundation Johnnie Rountree Scholarship
Amount: $1500
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : May 9
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Galena Park Education Foundation Student Scholarship
Amount: $1000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : May 9
Essay: yes
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Envelope: no
Galena Park Educational Paraprofessionals Association Scholarship (GPEPA)
Amount: $500
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : May 7
Essay: no
Envelope: no
Galena Park Masonic Lodge Scholarship *
Amount: $500
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 4
Information and requirements: Good character
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Academically responsible but not the top 10%
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Phone:
Note: One NSSHS & one GPHS senior will receive a scholarship.
Galena Park Riding Club Scholarship
Amount: $1000
College: Any
Major: Any
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Gates Millennium Scholarship
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native,
Asian Pacific American or Hispanic citizens/permanent residents of U.S.;
Must be eligible for federal Pell Grants (significant financial need); demonstrated
leadership ability
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA of 3.3 on 4.0 scale
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: two (Nomination and recommendation letter)
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.gmsp.org
Phone: 1-877-690-4677
General Motors Minority Dealers Association Scholarship Program
Amount: $2,500
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline: November 10, 2006
Information and requirements: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native,
Asian Pacific American or Hispanic citizens/permanent residents of U.S.;
Community service
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA of 3.0 on 4.0 scale
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
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Phone:
George & Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation
Amount: $15,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : Received by Feb. 29
Information and requirements: US citizen; Financial need and academic achievement
Interview: yes (finalist)
Envelope: yes
Address: 3336 Richmond Suite 310 Houston, Tx. 77098
Phone: 713-522-9891
Website: www.HammanFoundation.org
Note: You must submit a copy or your parent’s most recent tax return
George R. Faenza Scholarship/Society of Performers, Artists, Athletes, and Celebrities for Space Exploration, Inc.
(SPAACSE)
Amount: $1,000 and an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D. C.
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Made contributions to space education
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Georgia Tech President’s Scholarship
College: Georgia Tech
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : October 31
Information and requirements: Leadership
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: No minimum
Essay:
Envelope: no
Website: www.gatech.edu
G.I. Bill
Amount: At least $26,500
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Enlist in the Air Force, Army, Marines, or Navy
Essay:
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone: 281-421-4022 (Air Force); 713-453-8528 (Army); 713-453-0113 (Marines);
713-453-3565 (Navy)
Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Houston Internship and Scholarship in Technical Theater
Amount: $1600
College: Any
Major: Theater
Information and requirements: Must be able to work rehearsals and performances
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: “B” average or better
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Resume: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Ms. Lundquist at 281-280-8286
Web Site: www.gilbertandsullivan.net
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Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Houston Vocal Scholarship
Amount: $1,600
College: Any
Major: Voice
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: “B” average or better
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Resume: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Ms. Lundquist at 281-280-8286
Web Site: www.gilbertandsullivan.net
Note: You must submit a cassette or CD of a three-minute song or aria
Graceland University Prestigious Honors Scholarships
Amount: Up to “Full Ride”
College: Graceland (Iowa)
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : Rec’d by November 1
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-641-784-5196
Web Site: www.graceland.edu/scholarships
Grambling State University Douglas L. Williams Chapter Book Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: Graceland (Iowa)
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : June 1
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Wanda Johnson at 832-492-5088
Web Site: www.gram.edu
Great Clips for Hair Scholarship
Amount: $500
College: Any accredited, privately owned cosmetology or barbering school
Major: Cosmetology or Barbering
DEADLINE ! : Received by April 28
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone:
Green Mountain College Make A Difference Scholarship
Amount: Full Ride
College: Green Mountain College
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Dedication and perseverance to selflessly help others
Essay: yes
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Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.greenmtn.edu
Phone: 1-800-776-6675
Gregory Scott Davis Memorial Foundation Scholarship
Amount: $4,000
Major: Electronics, Electrical Engineering
Tech Systems, Communication Systems, Computer Maintenance, Fiber Optics,
Computer or Electrical Technology, or Industrial/Chemical/Environmental Safety
DEADLINE! : April 6
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: In top 50%
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Guideposts Young Writers Contest
Amount: $250
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope: no
E-mail:
Web site: www.guideposts.com/young_writers_contest.asp
Gulf Coast Educators Federal Credit Union Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen or legal resident of U.S.; must be a member of
The Gulf Coast Educators Credit Union
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: ACT: 21 or SAT: 1350 (CR+M+W)
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Terri Mundy at 281-925-4127
Gulf Coast Mensa Scholarship Essay Contest (a local, district, and national contest)
Amount: $100 to $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen or legal resident of U.S.
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Scholarship
Amount: $2,000
College: Any
Major : Healthcare related area
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
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E-mail:
Phone: 713-791-6332
Web site: www.giveblood.org/scholarship
Harvey Mudd College Nova Scholar Award
Amount: One-half tuition
College: Harvey Mudd
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Exceptional academic strength, leadership, personal
character
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Near the top 10% and SAT: 1450
Essay: yes
Interview: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.hmc.edu
Phone: 1-909-621-8011
Hispanic Achievers of Texas
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Primarily for Hispanic students from middle-income
families (defined as gross incomes of $25,000 to $70,000 per year)
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone:
E-mail:
Hispanic Forum Career and Education Day Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: Any
Major: Any
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: www.hispanicforum.org
Phone: 713-522-8077
Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Hispanic , U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Essay: yes
Envelope:
Web Site: www.hispanicheritage.org
Phone: 1-866-665-2112
Hobson’s Scholarship Drawing
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
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Essay:
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone:
E-mail:
GPISD deadline:
Hollins University Batten Scholar Award
Amount: Full tuition
College: Hollins University (Virginia)
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.25 and ACT: 24 or SAT: 1700
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.hollins.edu
Phone: 1-800-456-9595
E-mail:
Hollins University Scholarships
College: Hollins University (Virginia)
Major: Any
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.hollins.edu
Phone: 1-800-456-9595
E-mail:
Holocaust Remembrance Project Essay Contest
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 1
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Citizen of US or Mexico
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.holocaust.hklaw.com
Phone: 1-866-452-2737 (toll free)
Hoops & Heroes High School Scholarship Program
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Female basketball player
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: Must be recommended by your coach
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.amwater.com
Phone: 1-856-346-8309
E-mail:
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Horace Mann Scholarship Program
Amount: $1,000 to $20,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : Received by February 12
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Child or legal dependent of a U.S. public education
employee
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a “B” average and SAT:1100 or ACT: 23
Essay: yes
Envelope:
Web Site: www.horacemann.com
Horatio Alger Scholarship
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : October 30, 2006
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: US citizen or permanent resident, critical financial need, extracurricular
activities
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: www.horatioalger.org/scholarships
Phone: 1-866-763-9228
Note: Must submit a copy of the front page of parent/guardian’s individual tax return for either 2004 or 2005.
Houston Area Alliance of Black School Educator’s Scholarship
Amount: $1000
College: Any
Major: Education
DEADLINE ! : Received by April 29 GPISD deadline: April 15
Information and requirements: African American; Good moral values and citizenship
Essay: yes (150 words)
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 713-721-0660
Houston Area Association for Bilingual Education Scholarship
Amount: $500
College: Any
Major: Bilingual Education
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: 3.5 GPA
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone:
Note:
Houston Association of Hispanic Media Professionals
Amount: $2500
College: Any
Major: Journalism or Public Relations
GPISD deadline: February
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:www.hahmponline.org
Phone:
Note: You must submit your parent’s most recent W-2 form.
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Houston Baptist University Edythe Tompson Scholarship*
Amount: $12,000
College: Houston Baptist University
Major: Any
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen and financial need
ACT\SAT\Rank requirements:
Essay: yes
Letter of recommendation: one from a teacher
Interview:
Envelop: no
Houston Baptist University Endowed Academic Scholarship
College: Houston Baptist
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : Received by Dec. 7
Information and requirements: Admitted to HBU as a full-time student
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 281-649-3113
Web Site: www.hbu.edu
Houston Baptist University Fine Arts Scholarship
Amount: Varies
Major: Varies
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Admitted to HBU as a full-time student who can contribute
special abilities or services to the university in athletics, voice, piano, band, organ, or art.
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: 281-649-3211 and ask for specific department for information
Web Site:
Houston Baptist University Harold B. Dement Scholarship*
Amount: $12,000
Major: Any
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen and financial need
Essay: yes
Letter of recommendation: one from a teacher
Interview:
Envelop: no
Houston Baptist University Founders Scholarships
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: 281-649-3113
Houston Baptist University Legacy Grant
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Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Guaranteed, non-competitive scholarships
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: 281-649-3113
Houston Baptist University Paul Smith Scholarship *
Amount: $12,000
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Financial need and U.S. citizen
Essay: yes
Letter of recommendation: no
Envelop: no
Houston Baptist University Presidential Academic Scholarships
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: 281-649-3113
Houston Bar Association Essay Contest
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Phone: 713-759-1133
Web Site:
Houston Farm & Ranch Club/Harris County Fair Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Participated in Harris County FFA, FHA or 4-H projects for 2
years and in the Harris County Fair for 2 years
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Web Site:
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Houston Golf Association Friends of Junior Golf
Amount: $10,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Participated in any golf event sponsored by the HGA;
financial need
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 281-459-8711
Web Site: www.hga.org/juniorgolf/docs/scholarship.pdf
Note: Financial information from your parents’ Federal Tax Returns is required.
Houston Hispanic Forum High School Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Extracurricular school activities; community service
Essay: yes
two
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 713-522-8077
Web Site: www.hispanicforum.org
Note: Winners must be present at Career and Education Day, Saturday, February 9
Houston Ladies Tennis Association Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Female; Played at least 1 year of high school tennis
requirements: Excellent grades
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: two (teachers)
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 713-774-7160
ACT/SAT/Rank
If you qualify, you may apply for both of the following Houston Livestock Scholarships. However, you can win only
one. For these applications, instructions are detailed and specific. Read and follow ALL of the directions!
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Metropolitan Scholarship *
Amount: $15,000
College: Any Texas college
Major: Any
Information and requirements: US citizen; Financial need; Enrolled or plan to enroll in a
Texas college or university; leadership potential
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 25%, passed TAkS, and at least SAT: 1350 or ACT: 19
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: Up to three from people who know you very well
Photo: yes
Envelope: no
Website: www.rodeohouston.com
Note: One NSSHS senior will win this scholarship. The recipient is required to attend
the Million Dollar Scholarship Banquet held in May.
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Opportunity Scholarship
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Amount: $15,000
Major: Any
Information and requirements: US citizen, Financial need; Applied for college admission
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 50%, passed TAKS, GPA: B, and SAT: 1210 or ACT: 17
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: Up to three (can not be from your counselor)
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Website: www.rodeohouston.com
Note: Recipients are required to attend the Million Dollar Scholarship Banquet held in
May.
Houston Mayor’s Committee for Employment of People with Disabilities Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
Major: Any
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen or legal resident
Essay: yes
Interview: yes (semifinalist only)
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.hmcepd.org
Phone:
Houston Texas Exes Scholarship
Amount: $3,000
College: University of Texas in Austin
Major: Any
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 713-888-4612
Houston Training Schools ACE Scholarship
Amount: $800
College: Houston Training School
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : May 31
Information and requirements: Twelve students from each high school will receive this
vocational/technical award
Essay: yes (need only to make a brief statement or outline of your desire for this scholarship, plans for the future, and what field you would like to study
Envelope: no
Note: There are no applications in the Counseling Center.
Howard University
Amount: Full tuition to Full Ride
College: Howard University
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.0 on 4.0 scale and SAT: 1170 or ACT: 27
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: (202) 806-2763
Web Site: www.howard.edu
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Howard Payne University Performance Competition
College: Howard Payne
Major: Music
GPISD deadline:
Essay: no
Envelope: no
Phone: Dr. Paul De Boer at 915-649-8500
Web Site: www.hputx.edu/faculty/music/performance_contest_2001.htm
iFluRtz Scholarship Program
Amount: $500
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Member of Student Council, National Honor Society,
F.B.L.A., Key Club, DECA, Athletics, Junior Achievement, or other
Essay:
Letters of recommendation: yes from club or organization advisor
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Web Site: www.iflurtz.com/scholarship.html
Illustrators of the Future Contest
Amount: $500 to $4,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : Quarterly
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: No formal application
Essay:
Envelope: no
Phone:
Web Site: www.writersofthefuture.com
Imagine America Scholarship Program from the Career Training Foundation
Amount: $1,000
College: Any participating career school
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : Until Awarded
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope: no
Website: www.imagine-america.org
Immune Deficiency Foundation Scholarship
Amount: $500 to $2,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 31
Information and requirements: US citizen or permanent resident
and documented primary
immune deficiency disease
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 1-800-296-4433 ask for Tamara Brown, Medical Programs Coordinator
Indiana State University Networks Scholarship
Amount: $20,000
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College: Indiana State University
Major: Business
Information and requirements: Must apply to Indiana State University; Exhibit leadership experience
and potential
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 30% and GPA: 305 on 4.0 scale and SAT: 1000 or ACT: 22
Essay: yes (one page)
Resume: yes (Sample with application)
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.indstate.edu/business
Phone: 1-888-296-4460 or 1-812-237-2000
Inroads
Amount: $ Varying
College: Any
Major: Business, Engineering, or Liberal Arts
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Four year internship program for African-American,
Hispanic, and Native American high school seniors
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10% or at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale) and ACT: 20 or
SAT: 800
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Phone: (713) 752-2920
Web Site: www.inroadsinc.org
Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen or legal resident; Must have taken 3 years of Spanish
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.3 on 4.0 scale and in top 50%
Essay:
Interview: yes
Envelope: no
Phone: 713-528-1492
Note: Recipient must attend award presentation on Saturday, May 1
International Library of Photography Photo Contest
College: Any
DEADLINE ! : Ongoing—Offered every month
Information and requirements: Submit photo
Essay:
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.picture.com/contest
Interquest “Bucky” Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $2,000
College: Any
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Major: Veterinary Medicine or Animal Behavior
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Iota Phi Lambda Sorority Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 to $5,000
College: Any
Major: Business
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 281-458-6860
Jack and Jill of America, Inc. Greater Channel Chapter Scholarship
Amount: $1000
College: Any
Major: Any
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Cowanetta Armstrong at 713-875-0444 or 281-778-3272
Web site: www.jack-and-jill.org
Note: You must submit a college acceptance letter to be eligible for this scholarship.
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
College: Any four year college
Major: Any
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen; minority student; leadership potential;
financial need
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.jackierobinson.org
Phone:
Jacques DeMolay Lodge Scholarship Fund
Amount: $1,500
College: Any except vocational
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 2.5 on 4.0 scale and a copy of your ACT or SAT score report
SAT: 900 (CR+M) or ACT: 18
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: two (one from a non-teaching adult and one from a teacher)
Envelope: yes
Web site: http://jd1390.org/Scholarship/Application2008.doc
James Beard Foundation Scholarship
Amount: $ Varying
College: Various culinary and cooking schools
Major: Culinary arts
(check in the Counseling Center for a list of the approved schools)
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
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James Costello Memorial Scholarship Fund
Amount: Unknown
College: Any
Major: Business, Marketing, or Logistics
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 713-652-3980 Mr. John M. Howard, Scholarship Director
Jesse H. and Mrs. Mary Gibbs Jones Scholarships *
Amount: $12,000
College: Any four-year accredited college
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Five scholarships will be awarded to NSSHS seniors; good academic standing, Financial
need, and extracurricular activities
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Use highest score in each section regardless of when it was taken
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Envelope: no
Note: You must fill out the FAFSA4caster application at www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov using 2006 Tax
returns and then attach the FAFSA4caster Summary Report to your application.
Jesse H. Jones School of Business @ Texas Southern University
Amount: $8,800 to $20,800
College:: Texas Southern University
Major: Business
GPISD deadline:
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Gold Award: 3.5 GPA ( 4.0 scale) and ACT:22 or SAT:1200
Silver Award: 3.0 GPA (4.0 scale) and ACT: 20 or SAT: 1000
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
John B. Ervin Scholars Program for Black Americans
Amount: Full tuition plus $10,000
College: Washington University (St. Louis, Missouri)
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : Received by January 15
Information and requirements: African-American, academic excellence, leadership skills,
and community service
Essay: two
Envelope: yes
Website: www.wustl.edu
John Deere Construction Equipment Technical Program
College: Navarro College
Major: John Deere Construction Equipment
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site:
Phone: Henry Bond at 713-679-6700 or 1-800-333-7389
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Johnson & Wales National High School Recipe Contest
Amount: $2,000 to Full Tuition
College: Johnson & Wales
Major:
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.jwu.edu
Phone: 1-800-598-3368
Johnson & Wales National Outstanding Student Leader of the Year Scholarship Competition
Amount: $2,000 to Full Tuition
College: Johnson & Wales
Major: Business, Hospitality, Education, or Technology
DEADLINE ! : Received by Jan 5
Information and requirements: Applied to Johnson & Wales
Essay: yes (short)
Resume: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.jwu.edu
Phone: 1-866-598-3368 (toll free)
JP Morgan Chase Scholarships
Amount: Up to Full Tuition
College: UNCF College
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Leadership in extracurricular actiivities
At least a “B” average
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.uncf.org/scholarship/searchresults.asp?stralphaber
Phone: Jeannie Jones at 713-241-1391
Junior Achievement Of Southeast Texas Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Participated in a JA program with a volunteer
Essay:
yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: http://houston.ja.org
Phone: Eileen Egan at 713-682-4500 Ext. 260
Kaplan/Newsweek “My Turn” Essay Competition
Amount: $5,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: none
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
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Phone: 1-800-KAP-TEST
Web Site: www.kaptest.com/essay
Keppra Family Epilepsy Scholarship Program
Amount: $5,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Legal resident of U.S.; epilepsy patient or a family member of an epilepsy
patient
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: 1-888-275-7928
Web Site: www.keppra.com
Key Education Resources Scholarship
Amount: $5,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : June 1
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: One scholarship will be awarded each month from February
to June
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: 1-888-KEY-LEND
Web Site: www.key.com/enter
Kettering University Scholarships
College: Kettering University (Michigan)
Major: Engineering, Computers,
Business, Science, or Math
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-955-4464 Ext. 7865
Web Site: www.getreal.kettering.edu/connection
KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program
College: Any Texas college or university
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: US citizen or permanent resident
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-866-KFC-7240
Web Site: www.kfcscholars.org
Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
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Envelope: yes
Phone: Edwina Levy at 713-223-8071
e-mail: [email protected]
Web site: www.ourmotherofmercy.net
Kohl’s Kids Who Care
Amount: $5,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline: March1
Information and requirements: Exemplary community service
Essay:
Letters of recommendation: Must be nominated by adult who knows of your community
service
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.kohls.com
Phone:
Kristie Dawn Martin Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $500
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 9
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen; NSSHS senior
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
KSBJ Broadcasting Communicator’s Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any accredited 4-year college
Major: Christian Broadcast Radio
Essay: yes
Resume: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Web Site: www.ksbj.org
La Estrella Latina de Carl’s Jr. Scholarship Program
Amount: $1000
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Academics, demonstrated leadership, community activities, work
experience
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 1-507-931-1682
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement Scholars Program
Amount: $1000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Hispanic
Essay: optional
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Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: Angela Mejia at 832-524-6158 or Ana Parras at 713-514-0178
Lamar University Academic Scholarship Program
Amount: $500 to $15,000
College: Lamar University
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Awards primarily based upon academic achievement
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 1-409-880-8450
Lamar University C. W. Conn, Sr. Memorial Scholarship*
Major: Business
DEADLINE ! : Rec’d by February 22
GPISD deadline: February 11, 2008
Information and requirements: Leadership
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: SAT: 900 (CR+M) or ACT: 20
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Lamar University College of Engineering Scholarship
Major: Computer Science, Engineering, or Math
GPISD deadline: Jan. 25
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: Karen Brent at 1-409-880-7797
Fax: 1-409-880-8180
Lamar University Honors Program – McMaster and Tom Jones Scholarships
College: Lamar University (in Beaumont)
Major: Any
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-409-880-8658
Lamar University Mirabeau Scholars Program
Amount: $60,000
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: SAT: 1250 (CR + M) or ACT: 28
Essay:
Interview: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-409-880-8354
E-mail:
Lamar University Presidential Scholarships
Amount: $8,000
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Major: Any
Information and requirements: Outstanding leadership ability, scholastic achievement, or
Special talents and abilities
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10% and SAT: 1250
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-409-880-8921
E-mail:
Lamar University Southeast Texas Legends Scholarships
Amount: Full Ride
Major: Any
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-409-880-8354
Note: Must submit your FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR)
Le Hoang Nguyen (LHN) Scholarship
Amount: $500
College: Texas A&M
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 5
Information and requirements: Academics, integrity, leadership, career goals
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone:
LeTourneau University Alumni Scholarship
Amount: $4,000
College: LeTourneau (Longview, Tx)
Major: Any
Essay: yes (Topic: Explain how God is leading you in your life)
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone:
Note: Your essay is your application for this scholarship.
Lilly Reintegration Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College:
Major:
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Students with bipolar disorder
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: http://newsroom.lilly.com/news
Phone: 1-800-809-8202
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Lon Morris College Music Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: Lon Morris
Major:
Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Must audition
Essay:
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone: Mary Rich at 903-589-4086
Lorraine Drake Scholarship Award
Amount: $500
College: Any
Major: CATE related area
Information and requirements: At least 3 credits in CATE classes
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Louisiana State University Scholarships
College: LSU
Major:
Varies
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Varies
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.lsu.edu/financialaid
Phone: 1-225-578-3103
Louisiana Tech University Music Scholarships
Amount: Unknown
College: Louisiana Tech Univ.
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Apply for admission before 12/1/05 (www.latech.edu or 1-800-LATECH-1)
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: http://performingarts.latech.edu/music
Phone: Dr. Alan Goldspiel at 1-318-257-4200
Note: Audition Dates— Jan. 14, Feb. 11, and March 25
Louisiana Tech University Theatre Scholarships
Amount: Unknown
College: Louisiana Tech Univ.
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Apply for admission before 12/1/04
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: http://performingarts.latech.edu/theatre
Phone: David Reed at 1-318-257-2930
Lubbock Christian University Scholarships
Amount: $500 to $24,000
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College: Lubbock Christian
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 1-806-796-8800
Major: Varies
GPISD deadline:
LULAC National Scholarship Fund
Amount: $250 to $1000
College: Any except vocational
Major: Any
Essay: yes (300 word maximum)
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
NOTE: You must submit an acceptance letter from a college with your application.
Lynne Murray Scholarship *
Amount: $4,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 4
Information and requirements: 2 NSSHS seniors will receive this scholarship
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Demonstrated academic ability
Essay:
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone:
Lyondell Chemical Company Scholarship*
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Data Processing, Electronics Technology, Industrial
Safety, Instrumentation, Pre-engineering, Process technology, Engineering, Chemistry,
Technology, or Education(Math or Science)
Information and requirements: Excel in Math or Science; Four scholarships will be
awarded to NSSHS seniors
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Not in top 5%
Essay: yes (typed)
Envelope: no
Making College Count “Winning Characteristics” Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Essay: two
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.makingitcount.com/scholarship
Phone: 1-513-772-1188
Marie Fonsworth Scholarship
Amount: $500
DEADLINE ! : September 1
Major: Any
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Information and requirements: Female
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Mamie McFaddin Ward Premedical Scholarship
Amount: $4,000
Major: Pre-med
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 1-409-880-7970 Dr. Lorene Stone
E-mail:[email protected]
Marine Corps NROTC Scholarships
Amount: Up to Full Ride
College: Any university with a NROTC program
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: ACT: 45 (English and Math combined) or SAT: 1080
Essay:
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone: Sergeant Charles Collins at 713-453-0113 or 713-453-0014
Mary Rose Free Scholarship*
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Library Science or Education
DEADLINE! : May 14
Information and requirements: A NSSHS senior will receive this scholarship
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship
Amount: $40,000
College: Any 4 college
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Own an operate a genuine business with at least one employee
Essay:
Envelope: no
Web site: www.mckelveyfoundation.org
Phone: 1-800-523-0009
Mensa Education and Research Foundation Scholarship Program
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : January 15 GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes (No more than 550 words)
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Envelope: no
Web site: www.gcmensa.org
Micron Science and Technology Scholar Program
Amount: $15,000 to $50,000
College: Any accredited 4-year college Major: Engineering, Computer Science, Physics,
Chemistry or Material Sciences
Information and requirements: Demonstrated leadership
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.5 on 4.0 scale and SAT: 1350 (CR+M) or ACT: 30
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-537-4180
Web Site: www.sms.scholarshipamerica.org/micron
Monsanto Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship
Amount: $1500
Major: Any field related to agriculture
Information and requirements: Have immediate family actively engaged in production agriculture
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: “C” average and ACT: 18 or SAT: 850
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-317-802-6060
Website: www.monsanto.com or www.nafb.com
Note: Application must be typed
MOTOFWRD College Competition
Amount: $10,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Essay:
Envelope:
Website: www.motorola.com/motofwrd
Mount Mercy College Scholarships
College: Mount Mercy College (Iowa)
Major: Any
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-248-4504
Website: www.mtmercy.edu
MTI College of Business and Technology Tuition Scholarships
Amount: $80,000
College: MTI College of Business and Technology
Major: Computer Systems Tech.,
Business Tech., Medical Business Tech.
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Must take MTI scholarship exam
Essay: no
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Envelope: no
Phone: 713-CALL-MIT or 281-333-3363
Website: www.mtitexas.com
National Association of Black Accountants Scholarship
College: Any four-year college
Major: Accounting or Finance
Information and requirements: Minority; US citizen or permanent resident
Essay: yes plus Resume
Envelope: yes
Interview: yes for semifinalists
Web Site:
Phone:
National Association of Hispanic Journalists Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 to $2,000
College: Any
Major: Journalism
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: 1-202-662-7143
Address: National Assoc. of Hispanic Journalist Scholarship Dept.
1193 National Press Building
Washington, D. C. 20045
Note: Applications should be requested in the Fall. A self-addressed stamped
envelope should be included with the request.
National Commission for Cooperative Education Scholarship
Amount: $6,000
College: NCCE Partner Colleges & Universities
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : February15
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.co-op.edu
Phone: 1-617-373-3406
National Federation of the Blind of Texas 2000Scholarship Program
Amount: $1,000 to $2,000
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Must be legally blind
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 1-512-454-5245
National FFA Organization - College and Vocational/Technical School Scholarship
Amount: $ Varying
Major: Varies
Information and requirements: Over 200 scholarships for FFA students; scholarship
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guidebook in Counseling Center ;
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Website: www.ffa.org
National High School Essay Contest on the United Nations
Amount: $200 to $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes
Phone: 713-520-6370 Patricia Cunningham
Web site: www.unahouston.org
National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers (NOBCChE)
Amount: $500
College: Any
Major: Science, Mathematics, or Engineering
DEADLINE! : May 1
Information and requirements: Completed 3 math and 3 science courses with a “B”
average
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: SAT: 950 or ACT: 22 or GPA of 3.33 on a 4.0 scale
Essay:
Phone: Mr. Alsandor at 281-980-5052 or Mr. Christy at 713-455-4006
Web site:
National Security Agency Training Program
College: Any
Major: Varies
Essay: yes
Resume: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.nsa.gov
Phone: 1-800-669-0703
National Society of Black Engineers Houston Alumni Chapter Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: Any
Major: Engineering or Technology
Information and requirements: Must be a member of NSBE
Essay: yes
Resume: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone:
National Spa and Pool Institute Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Current member of NSSHS or Houston area swim team or
dependent of a NSPI member or employee
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Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 281-855-0017
Web Site:
Navy ROTC Scholarship Program
Amount: $180,000
College: Any 4-year with ROTC
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : March 30, 2009
GPISD deadline: March 23, 2009
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen and be 17 yrs old by Sept 1 and less than 21 yrs
old on June 30 of the year starting college
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: SAT: 530 Verbal & 520 Math or ACT: 22 English & 21 Math or Top 10%
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Website: www.nrotc.navy.mil
Phone: 713-953-5959 Est. 247
Nelnet College Planning Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: www.nelnet.net/collegeplanning
Phone: 1-866-866-7372
Nelson Scholars Program
Amount: $12,000
College: Texas A&M
Major: Petroleum Engineering
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Academic achievement
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: 1300 SAT or 30 ACT or Commended/Semi-finalist on PSAT
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: http://pumpjack.tamu.edu
New England Culinary Institute Achievement Scholarship
Amount: $5000
College: New England Culinary Institute
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Six months industry experience or participation
In a culinary vocational program
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.0 or above
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.neci.edu
Phone:
Next Step Magazine Scholarship Contest
Amount: $5,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
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Essay: no
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.nextSTEPmagazine.com
Phone:
NFIB Free Enterprise Scholars Award
Amount: $1,000
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Must be nominated by a NFIB member. Call 1-800634-2669 to contact a member.
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: yes (nomination)
Resume: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.nfibcom/education
Phone: Chantel Bartlett at 1-202-314-2062
No-Addiction Campaign Essay Contest
Amount: $500
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Phone: 1-800-662-3342
Web Site: www.No-Addiction.org
Nolan Moore Memorial Education Foundation Scholarships
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Printing technology or management
DEADLINE ! : May 1
Information and requirements: Financial need; good academic performance
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 1-800-788-2040
North Houston Frontiers Club Scholarship
Amount: $4,000
College: Any accredited four- year college
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Minority students only; leadership; financial need
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 713-331-0440
Web site: www.nhfrontiers.com
North Shore Rotary Club Academic Scholarship
College: Any
Major: Any
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Information and requirements: A NSSHS senior will receive this scholarship
Photo: yes
Envelope: no
North Shore Rotary Club San Jacinto College North Scholarships*
Amount: $800
College: San Jacinto College North
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 22
Information and requirements: Four scholarships will be given to NSSHS seniors
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Phone:
Web Site:
North Shore Rotary Club Vocational/Technical Scholarship
Major: Any Career and Technology
Information and requirements: Up to 10 scholarships are available
Essay: yes (brief)
Letters of recommendation: one (recommended)
Envelope: no
North Shore Senior High Aquatics Booster Club Scholarship
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Member of NSSHS Swim Team for 3 years
Essay: no
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone:
Northeast Houston Advisory Council Scholarship
Amount: $500
College: Any Texas university
Major: Any
Information and requirements: US citizen or born in US
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Phone: 713-884-1403 or 832-884-1672
Web site:
Northland College Scholarships
Amount: $1,000 to $6,000
College: Northland College
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-753-1840 or 1-715-682-1224
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
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Web site: northland.edu
Northwood University Scholarships
Amount: $20,000 to $36,000
College: Northwood University
Major: Business Management
GPISD deadline:
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 2.7 on 4.0 scale and SAT: 950 (CR + M) or ACT: 20
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-927-9663
Web site: www.northwood.edu
Nsoro Foundation Aged-Out Foster Youth Scholarship
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Distinguished Achievement Diploma or equivalent
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 2.5 and SAT: 900 (CR + M) or ACT: 21
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Marilyn Hayes at 713-244-7727
Web site: www.thenf.org
Occidental College Merit Scholarships
College: Occidental College (California)
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Apply for admission
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.oxy.edu
Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 12
GPISD deadline:
Essay: no
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.suntrust.com
Office Max Scholarship
College: Any
Essay: no
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.officemax.com
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Ohio State University Scholarships
College: Ohio State (Columbus, Ohio)
Major: Any
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GPISD deadline:
February 8
Information and requirements: Admission application is the scholarship application
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: ACT: 24 or SAT: 1090 (CR + Math)
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: http://apply.osu.edu
Optimist International Essay Contest
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : February 18 GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: www.optimist.org
Oklahoma Baptist University Academic Scholarships
College: Oklahoma Baptist University
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: “B” and ACT: 23 or SAT: 1050
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-654-3285
Web Site: www.okbu.edu
Oiltanking Houston, Inc. Scholarship
Amount: $1,500
College: Any
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Any graduating student
Photo: yes
Interview: yes
Envelope: no
Oklahoma State University Nonresident Achievement Scholarship
College: Oklahoma State University
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : Unknown
GPISD deadline:
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.0 on 4.0 scale and ACT: 24 or SAT: 1090 (CR+M)
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone:1-800-852-1255
Omega Delta Phi Scholarship
Amount: Up to $500
Major: Any
Essay: yes
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Envelope: yes
Phone:
Omega Psi Phi Dr. Ronald E. McNair Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.rhobetabeta.com
Phone:
Oral Roberts University Achievement and Academic Scholarships
College: ORU in Tulsa, OK
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Guaranteed, non-competitive scholarships
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 2.6 on 4.0 scale and ACT: 21 or SAT: 1000
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.oru.edu
Phone:
Oral Roberts University Presidential Award
College: ORU in Tulsa, OK
Major: Any
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.oru.edu
Phone:
Outstanding Students of America Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Community service and school activities
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.outstandingstudentsofamerica.com
Phone: 1-205-344-6322
“Peaches” Naldoney Scholarship for Future Educators*
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Education
DEADLINE ! : May 1
GPISD deadline:
April 22
Information and requirements: One NSSHS senior will receive this scholarship
Essay: yes
Envelope:
Web Site:
Phone:
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P.L.A.T.O. Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 to $5,000
College: Any
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 2.75 GPA on a 4.0 scale
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-263-3527
Web site: www.plato.org
Papa John's Scholars Program
Amount: $1,000 to $10,000
College: Any
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 2.0 GPA (4.0 scale) but not in the top 10%
Essay:
Envelope: no
Phone: 713-455-3232 or 1-800-865-9373
Web site: www.papajohnsscholars.com
Note: All applications from our school must be mailed together in one package.
Paradise Scholarship Fund, Inc./Paradise Cemeteries
Amount: $500 to $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Accepted to a college; financial need
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a C+ average
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Marsherria Wilson at 281 579-2760
Phi Delta Kappa Education Scholarship
Amount: $5000
College: Any
Major: Education
DEADLINE! : Received by February 1
Essay:
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 713-455-6401
Poetry in Motion Contest
Amount: $100 to $1,000
College: Any
Essay:
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.poetry.com/contest
Phone: 1-410-356-2000
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Positive Choices Scholarship
Amount: $2000
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College: Any
Essay:
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.positive-choices.org
Phone:
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Prairie View A&M Alumni Chapter Scholarship-Houston
Amount: Unknown
College: Prairie View A&M University
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Minimum GPA of 2.45 (4.0 scale)
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Prairie View A&M College of Agriculture and Human Sciences Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
Major: Agriculture, Nutrition, Human Ecology
DEADLINE ! : May 1
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-936-261-2520
Prairie View A&M Roby W. Hilliard Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $12,000
Major: Communications
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA : 2.5 on 4.0 scale; SAT: 820 or ACT: 17
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web site: www.pvamu.edu/pages/3624.asp
Phone: 1-936-261-3726
Prairie View A&M SMET-EP Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
Major: Science, Math, Engineering,
Technology
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen; TASP exempt or passed by 5/16/03
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Minimum GPA of 3.0 on 4.0 scale
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Phone: 936-857-2434
Prairie View A&M USDA/1890 National Scholars Program
Amount: Full Ride
Major: Agriculture, Food, Natural Resource Sciences
Essay:
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Envelope:
Phone: 1-936-857-2996
Web site: www.ascr.usda.gov/1890scholars_app.pdf
Princeton Prize in Race Relations
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Deadline!; January 31
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: 1-800-742-1036
Web site: www.princeton.edu/PrincetonPrize
Princeton Review and Time Magazine’s Third Annual “Been There, Done That” National Contest
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Deadline!; May 1
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes (Can be a poem, song, short story, essay, or comic strip)
Envelope: no
Phone: 1-800-2REVIEW
Principal's Leadership Award from the National Association of Secondary School Principals and Herff Jones, Inc. *
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any leading to a bachelor's degree
Information and requirements: Senior and Outstanding leadership
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 20% of class
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation
College: Any
Major: Graphics Communications
DEADLINE! : March 1
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web site: www.gain.org/employment/scholarships.annual.html
Phone: 1-412-741-6860 Ext. 161
Project Graduation Scholarship*
Amount: $600
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: First generation college student
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA of 2.5 or above
Essay: yes-- One page on “How a College Education Will Make a Difference in My Life”
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone:
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Progressive Women’s Scholarship
Amount: $500
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Disadvantaged African American students; college letter of acceptance
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: Terrell Holiday at 713-682-4022 or Deborah Broussard 281-893-3499
Prom Guide Scholarship
Amount: $Unknown
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Beauty and achievement
Essay: no
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.promguide.com
Phone: 1-877-303-6762
Propeller Club of the United States/Port of Houston, TX Scholarship
Amount: $2,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: A family member must be employed in an industry directly
related to Port of Houston activity. Note: You must name the family member and the
company for which they work.
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Prudential Spirit of Community Awards*
College: Any
Major: Any
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.prudential.com/spirit or www.principals.org/prudential
Phone: 1-877-525-8491
Public Service Recognition Week Essay Contest--Houston
Amount: $300 to $2,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes (Topic available in Counseling Center)
Envelope: no
Phone: John Perry at 713-837-9335 or Dave Schafer at 713-837-9386
QuestBridge College Match
Amount: Full Ride
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College: QuestBridge partners
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : September 30 GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: High-achieving, low income
Essay:
Envelope: no
Phone: 1-650-331-3280 or 1-888-275-2054
Website: www.questbridge.org
R. C. Easley National Scholarship Program by the National Academy of American Scholars
Amount: $2,000 to $10,000 (renewable for 3 more years) and some $200 non-renewable awards
College: Any
Major: Any that leads to a bachelor's degree
Information and requirements: Academic excellence, U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: one to five
Envelope: yes
Web site: www.naas.org
Radio Shack/Tandy Technology Scholars Awards
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Excel in mathematics, science, or computer science
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Randolph-Macon Scholarships
Amount: $20,000 to $60,000
College: Randolph-Macon College (Atlanta, Ga)
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 25% and SAT: 1150
Essay:
Letters of recommendation: Nomination by a teacher is required
Interview: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-888-1762
Web Site: www.rmc.edu
Rhodes’ Lucius E. Burch Scholarship
Amount: $40,000
College: Rhodes
Major:
Information and requirements: Demonstrate a strong commitment to leadership;
Current family income less that $85,000/yr.
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 15% and SAT: 1250+ or ACT: 27
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: 1-800-844-5969
Web Site:
Rhodes’ Walter D. Bellingrath and J. R. Hyde Scholarships
Amount: $100,000
College: Rhodes College (Memphis, Tennessee)
Major: Any
Teacher nomination required
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ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.8 on 4.0 scale (GPISD is on 5.0 scale) and
ACT: 30 or SAT: 1350
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-844-5969
Web Site:
Rice University Merit Scholarships for Minority Students
Amount: $10,000
College: Rice University
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Meet admission requirements for Rice University; AfricanAmerican or Hispanic-American descent
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.ricetms.org
Phone:
RMHC/African American Future Achievers Scholarship Program
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: African American
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: one from a teacher
Envelope: yes
Website: www.rmhc.org
Phone: 1-800-310-4053
Note: Must submit a copy of guardian’s IRS Form W2 used to document total income
RMHC/ASIA Scholarship Program in partnership with McDonald’s
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Asian and financial need
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-310-4053
RMHC/HACER Scholarship Program in partnership with McDonald’s
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Hispanic and financial need
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-310-4053
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RMHC National Scholarship Program
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Essay: yes (Personal statement)
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-310-4053
Note: Must submit a copy of the IRS Form W2 filed by parents to document total income.
RMHC/National Employee Scholarship Program
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Currently employed at least 15 hours/week at McDonald’s
with at least 4 months of continuous employment at the time of application
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Website: www.mcdonalds.com/usa/good/community/scholarship.html
Note: Must be employed by McDonald’s at the time the scholarship awards are announced.
Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program *
Amount: $ Unknown.
College: Any in the U. S. eligible for Title IV programs
Major: Any
GPISD deadline: Feb. 29
Information and requirements: Citizen of U.S. or permanent resident and lived in Texas for
at least 12 months
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.5 and ACT: 24 or SAT: 1500
Essay: no
Envelope: no
Additional note: Your federal congressional district number can be obtained by calling
(713) 224-1919.
ROTC Scholarships—UTSA Army ROTC Program
Amount: Up to full tuition plus a monthly stipend
College: UT at San Antonio
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: :2.5 and SAT:920 or ACT: 19
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: Major Blair at 1-210-458-5607
Web Site: http://armyrotc.utsa.edu
Note: After college student will serve four years of active duty as a commissioned officer or
ensign.
ROTC Scholarship -- Navy
College: Any with a ROTC unit
Major: Any
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ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: SAT: 530 Verbal and 520 Math or ACT: 22 English and
22 Math
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: Derik Burr at 1-800-861-3300 Ext. 247 or 713-953-5932 Ext. 247
Web Site: www.navyhouston.com
Note: After college, student will serve four years of active duty as a commissioned ensign.
ROTC Scholarship – Navy Immediate Selection Decision
Major: Any
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen; Community service
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 20% and SAT: 1290 with at least 530 Verbal and 650
Math or ACT: 57 combined English and Math with English at least 22 and math at
least
29.
Essay:
Envelope:
ROTC Scholarship – Navy Nurse
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: SAT: 530 Verbal and 520 Math or ACT: 22 English and
22 Math
Essay:
Envelope:
RoyceBuilders.com Foundation for Youth Scholarship Program
Amount: $ 2,500
College: Any
Major: Any
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 281-569-1185
Website: www.rbffy.com
Ruby Sue Clifton Scholarship Program
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Must be a member of Smart Financial Credit Union
Essay: yes
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Envelope: yes
Phone: Matt Oltremari at 713-850-1600 or 1-800-392-5084 Ext.1921
Website: www.smartcu.org
Sallie Mae Fund American Dream Scholarship
Amount: $500 to $5000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: US citizen or permanent resident; African Americans;
Pell Grant eligible
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-331-2244
Website: www.thesalliemaefund.org/smfnew/scholarship/Unmet_need.html
Sallie Mae Fund First in My Family Scholarship
Amount: $500 to $5000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Hispanic; US citizen or permanent resident; financial need;
First generation college student
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Website: www.hispanicfund.org
Sallie Mae Fund Unmet Need Scholarship
Amount: $1000 to $3800
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 31
Information and requirements: US citizen or permanent resident; Less than $30,000 family income:
Financial aid package that is at least $1000 short of student’s need
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Website: www.thesalliemaefund.org/smfnew/scholarship/Unmet_need.html
Salute to Education Scholarship Program
Amount: $ 2,500
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : Received by June 1
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone:
Website: www.alsformalwear.com or www.ascottuxedos.com or www.bridesmart.com
Sam Houston State University Academic Scholarship Program
Amount: Unknown
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Admitted to Sam Houston
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 20% and SAT: 1200 or ACT: 27
Essay: yes
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Envelope: yes
Interview:
Phone: Norma Buxkemper at 936-294-1672
Website: www.shsu.edu/~sfa_www/scholarships.html
Sam Houston State University Biology and Environmental Science Academic Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
Major: Biology or Environmental Science
Information and requirements: Achievement in science and math
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 25% and ACT: 24 or Sat: 1000
Essay: no
Letters of recommendation: two (at least one must be from a science teacher)
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-936-294-1540
Web site: www.shsu.edu/~bio_www/
Note: There are other scholarships within this department at SHSU. If interested, contact the Chair of the Department of
Biological Sciences.
Sam Houston State University Freshman Leadership Program
Amount: $1,000
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Admitted to Sam Houston; demonstrated high leadership
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Interview:
Phone: 1- 936-294-1785
Website: www.shsu.edu/deanofstudents
Sam Houston State University Harmon Lowman Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
Major: Any
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Sam Houston State University James A. Elkins Endowed Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
Major: Any
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Sam Houston State University School of Music Scholarship
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : March 3 (Audition)
GPISD deadline:
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Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: 1-936-294-1360
E-mail:
Website: www.shsu.edu/music
Sam Houston State University Sigma Phi Epsilon Balanced Man Scholarship
Major: Any
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Phone: Brian Standefer at 1-409-256-2222 or Matt Folsom at 832-428-5937
E-mail:
Website:
Sam Houston State University Smith-Hutson College of Business Administration Scholarships
Major: Business
DEADLINE! : March 3
Information and requirements: Financial need; unmarried and no children
Essay: yes (maximum 300 words)
Interview: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-936-294-3712
Web site: www.shsu.edu
Sam Houston State University Townsend Endowment Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Admitted to Sam Houston, demonstrated financial need
(FAFSA documentation)
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Sam Walton Community Scholarship Program
Amount: $1,000
College: Any accredited college
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Community involvement and financial need
Essay:
Envelope:
Web site: www.walmartfoundation.org
Note: The access code (SWCS) must be used to access the application process.
SAMMY 2008 Award Program
Amount: $7500
College: Any
Major: Any
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GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Student athlete
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: www.bodybymilk.com
Samuel Eliot Morison Essay Contest
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes (1,500 to 2,500 words)
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.navyleague.org
Phone:
Note: You mail your essay and entry to the address on the entry form.
San Jacinto College Central Cheerleading Scholarships
Amount: $ Unknown
College: San Jacinto College Central Campus
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : May 19
Information and requirements: For both men and women (even without experience)
Essay: no
Letters of recommendation: two (at least)
Envelope: yes
Phone: Call 281-476-1426 Ext. 1426
San Jacinto College North Art Scholarship
Amount: Unknow
Major: Art
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: Mr. Ken Luce at 281-458-4050 Ext. 7285
San Jacinto College North Baseball Scholarship
Amount: Unknow
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: Mr. Gene Moore at 281-459-7107
San Jacinto College North Basketball (Women’s) Scholarship
Amount: Unknow
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
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Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
San Jacinto College North Cheerleading Scholarship
Amount: Unknow
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: Mrs. Maisie Temme at 281-459-7133
San Jacinto College North Dance Scholarship
Amount: Unknow
Major:
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: Mrs. Maisie Temme at 281-459-7133
San Jacinto College North Environmental Technology Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Major: Environmental Technology
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: Joy Ijarah at 281-458-4050 Ext. 7368
San Jacinto College North Foundation Scholarships
Amount: Varies
Major: Varies
Information and requirements: Admitted to San Jacinto and documented financial need
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: Financial Aid Office at 281-458-4050
San Jacinto College North Frank Harrowing Scholarship
Amount: $350
Major: Any in the Division of Humanities
Essay: yes
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(FAFSA)
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone:
San Jacinto College North Golf Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
San Jacinto College North Lindon M. Williams Scholarship
Amount: $350
Major: History, Government, Economics,
Pre-law, or Anthropology
DEADLINE ! : Received by April 12,2002
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone:
San Jacinto College North Music Ensemble Participation Award
Amount: $800 to $1200 plus free textbooks
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Audition required
Essay:
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone: Mr. Randy Snyder 281-458-4050 Ext. 7228
San Jacinto College North Music Major Scholarship
Amount: $1600 to $2400 plus free textbooks
Major: Music
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone: Mr. Randy Snyder 281-458-4050 Ext. 7228
San Jacinto College North Science Scholarships
Major: Physics
DEADLINE! : Received by May 31
Information and requirements: Pre-calculus or Calculus required
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: ACT: 23 (math and English scores must be no less than 19)
or SAT: 1070 (math and verbal scores must be no less than 500) or TAAS: Writing- 1770, Math- 86, and Reading- 89
and ASSET or TASP Math skill level 9.
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
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Phone: Mr. Ray Marak at 281-458-4050 Ext. 7395
San Jacinto College Soroptimist Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: San Jacinto College
Major: Any
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Note: This scholarship requires a final transcript.
San Jacinto Pilot Club Scholarship
Amount: Up to $2000
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : April 4
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Phone:
E-mail:
Note: You must turn in three copies of your application and all attachments.
Savannah College of Art and Design Scholarship Competitions
Amount: Unknown
College: Savannah College of Art and Design
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.scad.edu/scholarships
Phone: 1-800-869-7223
Scantron Future Educators of America Scholarship Competition
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Education
Information and requirements: Texas resident
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale)
Essay: yes (500 words)
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.scantron.com
Scholarship Writing Awards
Amount: $5,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Must enjoy writing
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone:
Address: Scholastic Awards
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Scholastic Writing Awards
555 Broadway
New York, NY 10012
Scholarships for Hispanics
Amount: Airline tickets
College: Any
Major: Any
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web site: http://scholarshipsforhispanics.org/#continental
ScholarshipExperts.com Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Envelope: no
Phone: 1-904-854-6750 Ext. 13
Web site: www.scholarshipexperts.com
ScholarshipTree.com Scholarship Competitions
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Music, Art, Drama, Writing, Journalism, Computers, Dance
Public Speaking
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: www.scholarshiptree.com
School Bus Safety Speech Contest
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Essay: yes (4 to 6 minute speech)
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Note: You must submit a written copy of your speech to the counseling department
by 1/8/03.
ScholarshipExperts.com “Do-Over Scholarship”
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 15
GPISD deadline:
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Envelope: no
Web Site: www.scholarshipexperts.com/scholarship/apply.jsp
Schreiner Scholars Scholarship
Amount: $36,000
College: Schreiner University (Kerrville, Tx)
Major: Any
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.schreiner.edu
Phone: 1-800-343-4919
Seminole Pipeline Scholarship Program
Amount: $1,000
Major : Any
Information and requirements: Academics, work experience, and community involvement
Essay: yes (brief)
Envelope: yes
Website:
Phone: 1-507-931-1682
Shell Federal Credit Union Scholarship
Amount: $2500
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Member of Shell Credit Union or close relative of a
member; community service; extracurricular school activities
Essay: yes 250 words typed
Envelope: yes
Phone: 713-844-1164 Robin Clowers
E-mail:
Note: If you are not currently a member you may become one by opening an account
with as little as $5.00.
Slough Foundation Scholarship
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Resident of Texas and U.S. citizen
Essay: yes (300 words) or letter concerning your financial need
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-432-685-6493
Web site: www.midland.edu/admissions/aid/forms/slough.pdf
Note: You must submit a copy of the results that you receive from FAFSA.
Sociedad de Puertorriquenos en Houston, Inc. Scholarship
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Demonstrate an interest and /or expertise in the culture of
the Spanish-speaking Caribbean or in the Spanish language.
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Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: Karen Rodriguez-Autrey at 713-991-6844
Society of Mexican American Engineers and Scientists-MAES Scholarship
Amount: $2,500
College: Any
Major: Science, Engineering, Math, Technology or Science
Information and requirements: Ethnic Minority; Documented financial need
Essay: yes
Photo:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 281-480-7558 Yaramy Trevino
Website: www.maeshouston.org
Note: Recipient must attend the annual MAES Scholarship Awards Banquet.
Society of Petroleum Engineers/ Gulf Coast Section/ Houston SPE Auxiliary Scholarship Program – Engineers for
Tomorrow
Amount: $2,000
College: Any
Major: Career in the petroleum industry
Information and requirements: Strong in math and science; Applied to the science or
engineering program of a university for the fall semester; Active in school and community
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale
and SAT: 1100 or ACT: 24
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Interview: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 281-693-1901
Web site: www.spegcs.org
Society of Professional Women in Petroleum
Amount: Varies
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Female; Financial need
Essay: yes
Interview: yes (semi-finalists only)
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.spwp.org
Phone:
Note: Application must be typed.
Southern History Essay Scholarships
Amount: Up to $2500
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 15
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes (Topic: Terry’s Texas Rangers)
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Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone:
Southern Methodist University Scholarships
Amount: Up to full tuition and fees
College: Southern Methodist University (SMU)
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Admission application is the scholarship application
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 25% and SAT: 1230 (CR + M) or ACT: 28 or
Demonstrated Extraordinary Leadership
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.smu.edu/hunt
Phone: 1-214-768-3557
Southern University College of Engineering Scholarships
Amount: Unknown
College: Southern University
Major: Engineering
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 3.0 GPA (4.0 scale) and ACT: 21 or SAT: 990
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Southwest Baseball Umpires Association Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Varsity baseball player
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: three ( coach, teacher, and someone not affiliated with GPISD)
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Note: Winner must attend the award banquet on June 15 and make a short speech.
Southwestern University Scholarship Opportunities
College: Southwestern
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Must apply for admission
Essay:
Interview: yes (for competitive academic scholarships)
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.southwestern.edu
Phone: 1-800-252-3166
St. Edward’s University Holy Cross Scholarship
Amount: $50,000
College: St. Edward’s University (Austin, Tx)
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Demonstrated leadership and community service
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10% and ACT: 28 or SAT: 1250
Essay: yes
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Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.stedwards.edu
Phone: 1-800-555-0164
St. Edward’s University Trustees Guaranteed Scholarship
Amount: $34,000
College: St. Edward’s University (Austin, Tx)
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 20% and ACT: 27 or SAT: 1200
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: www.gotostedwards.com
Phone: 1-800-555-0164
Note: If you meet the qualifications you are guaranteed this scholarship!
St. Thomas Scholarship Opportunities
Amount: Varies
College: University of St. Thomas
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : Varies
GPISD deadline:
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Varies for each scholarship
Envelope: yes
Phone: Arthur Ortiz at 713 525-3500
Stephen F. Austin Academic Excellence Scholarship Program
Amount: $8,000
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Must apply to SFA
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10% or top 25% and SAT:1100 or ACT: 24
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: www.sfasu.edu/admissions
Phone: 1-936-468-2504
Note: This scholarship will be awarded to every student who qualifies! Your admission application is
the scholarship application.
Stephen F. Austin Alumni Association Scholarship Program
Amount: Varies
Major: Any
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.sfaalumni.com
Phone: 1-936-468-3407
Stephen F. Austin General Scholarships
Amount: Varies
Major: Varies
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Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.sfasu.edu/faid
Phone: 1-936-468-2403
Stephen F. Austin Residence Hall Scholarship
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Must be admitted to SFA
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 15% or SAT: 1220 or ACT: 27
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes (for transcript)
Web Site: www.cob.sfasu.edu/urhs
Phone: 1-936-468-2508
Stephen F. Austin Student Foundation Association’s Leadership Scholarship
Amount: $800
College: Stephen F. Austin State University
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Outstanding leadership qualities and background
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.sfasu.edu/admissions/scholarshipindex.htm
Phone: 1-936-468-5406
Stephen F. Austin University Scholars Scholarship Awards
Amount: $8,000
College: Stephen F. Austin State University
Major: Applied Arts and Sciences,
Business, Education, Fine Arts, Forestry, Liberal Arts, Science and Mathematics
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Act: 27 or SAT: 1200
Essay:
Interview: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.sfasu.edu/admissions
Note: To request an application and scholarship packet, send your name and address
ASAP to the following address:
ATTN: 6079 University Scholars Program (ACC 517951)
Stephen F. Austin State University
Box 13056
Nacogdoches, TX 75962-9989.
Stephen F. Austin University Departmental Scholarships
Amount: Varies
Major: Varies
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.sfasu.edu
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Phone: Applied Arts & Sciences: 932-468-4604; Business: 932-468-3101; Education:
932-468-2901; Fine Arts: 932-468-2801; Forestry: 932-468-3304; Liberals Arts: 932-4682803; Sciences & Mathematics: 932-468-2805
Stephen F. Austin Vera Dugas School of Honors Scholarships
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: SAT:1220 or ACT: 27
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.sfasu.edu/honors
Phone: 1-936-468-2813
Stop Hunger Scholarship
Amount: $3,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Phone:
Web Site: www.helpstophunger.org/scholarships
Student Bar Association Essay Writing Contest
Amount: $250
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Phone: Anne Bradley at 713-313-7246
Web Site:
Student of the Year Contest
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
DEADLINE ! : Received by May 15
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Phone: 718-273-5700 Ext. 14
Web Site: www.CollegeBound.net
Student-View Scholarship Program
College: Any
Essay: no
Envelope: no
Phone: 1- 724-612-3685
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
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Web Site: www.student-view.com
SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes
Amount: $1000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 10
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.offtocollege.info or www.suntrusteducation.com
Phone:
Supercollege.com Scholarship
Amount: $500 to $2,500
College: Any
DEADLINE ! : July 31
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.supercollege.com
Phone:
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
TABE Scholarship for Future Bilingual Educators
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Bilingual Education
DEADLINE ! : Rec’d by March 15
Information and requirements: Bilingual
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: “C” average
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-822-3930
Web Site: www.tabe.org
Take Me Away to College Scholarship
Amount: $500 to $2,500
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.takemeaway.com/campus/tma_scholar.html
Phone:
Tampa Writing Scholars
College: University of Tampa
Major: English or Writing
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen or permanent resident; demonstrated
exceptional talent in English or Writing
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.0 on 4.0 scale and/or SAT: 1180 or ACT: 26
Essay: yes plus poems or other forms of writing
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.ut.edu
Phone: 1-888-646-2738
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Target All-Around Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 to $10,000
College: Any including vocational
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Documented community service
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: “C” or higher
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: yes by supervisor of community service organization
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-316-6142
Web Site: www.target.com
Tarleton State Passport Scholarship
Amount: $26,000
College: Tarleton State University
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Documented financial need
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10%, “A” average, and ACT: 22 or SAT: 950
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.tarleton.edu/~pass/
Phone: 1-800-687-4878
Tarrant County College Scholarships
College: Tarrant County
Major: Varies
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Admitted as a full-time student to Tarrant County College
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 1-817-515-5353
Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity Triangle Achievement Scholarship @ UH
Amount: $500
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : May 15
Information and requirements: Male admitted to UH
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Academics, leadership, clubs, and athletics
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Tau Kappa Epsilon International Fraternity/Rho Rho Chapter of Sam Houston State University
Amount: $1,000
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : July 15
Information and requirements: Male; strong in academics; excellence in organized
athletics; not obligated to join the fraternity
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 2.5 on 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale)
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
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Technical Theater Internship and Scholarship
College: Any
Major: Theater
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: “B” average
Essay: yes plus resume
Photo:
Envelope: yes
Phone: Dru Anne Lundquist at 281-280-8286
Website: www.gilbertandsullivan.net
Texas A&M Achievement Award, President’s Achievement and Challenge Scholarship
Amount: $4,000 to $12,000
College: Texas A&M
Major: Any
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or graduate of an
accredited high school
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-979-845-1957
Web Site: http://honors.tamu.edu
Texas A&M Corps of Cadets Scholarships
Amount: $1000 to $8000
College: Texas A&M
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : January 15, 2009
Information and requirements: Superior academic performance and demonstrated
leadership qualities
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-979-458-1709 or 1-800-TAMU-AGS
Web Site: http://aggiecorps.org/nome/scholarships
Texas A&M Director’s Excellence Award
Amount: $10,000
College: Texas A&M
Major: Any
nformation and requirements: Name A&M as college of choice with the National
Merit Scholarship Corporation
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: National Merit Semifinalist
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-979-845-1957
Web Site: http://scholarships.tamu.edu
Texas A&M Foundation Excellence Award
College: Texas A&M, College Station
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Minority or economically disadvantaged
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-979-847-8700 Ext. 160
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Web Site: http://giving.tamu.edu/fea
Texas A&M Freshman Scholarship
College: Texas A&M
Envelope:
Phone: 1-979-845-1957
Major: Any
Texas A&M GATES Scholarship Program
Amount: 4-Year Scholarship
College: Texas A&M at Galveston
Major: Marine Engineering Technology or
Marine Systems Technology
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: FAFSA must be submitted with scholarship application
Essay: yes (brief)
Letters of recommendation: encouraged
Interview:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-877-322-4443 (tollfree)
Web site: www.applytexas.org (application for Texas A&M at Galveston)
Texas A&M Lechner and McFadden Scholarships
Amount: $10,000
College: Texas A&M
Major: Any
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or graduate of an
accredited high school
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: SAT: 1300 (CR + M) or ACT: 30 or National Merit Semifinalist or
Commended student
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-979-845-1957
Texas A&M Merit Plus Scholarship
Amount: $2,000
College: Texas A&M
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: National Merit Semifinalist
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-979-845-1957
Texas A&M Mitte Scholarship
Amount: $20,000
College: Texas A&M
Major: Business
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: National Merit semifinalist
At least a 3.5 GPA
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-409-845-6774
Texas A&M Nuclear Engineering
College: Texas A&M
Major: Nuclear Engineering
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Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-979-845-1957
Texas A&M Opportunity Award
Amount: $500 to $12,000
College: Texas A&M University
Major: Any
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen or permanent resident; admitted to A&M by Feb. 1
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-979-845-3236
Texas A&M President’s Endowed Scholarship
Amount: $12,000
College: Texas A&M
Major: Any
Information and requirements: U.S citizen, permanent resident, or graduate of an
accredited high school, leadership, community service
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: SAT: 1300 (CR + M) or ACT: 30 or National Merit Semifinalist or
Commended student
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-979-845-1957
Texas A&M Regents’ Initiative
Amount: Unknown
College: Texas A&M
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Web Site: www.texasteach.tamu.edu
Major: Education
Texas A&M Regents Scholarship Program
College: Texas A&M
Major: Any
Information and requirements: First-generation students, total family income less than $40,000 per year
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Web Site: http://financialaid.tamu.edu/regentsFAQ.asp
Note: This scholarship will be awarded to every student who qualifies! Your admission application is
the scholarship application.
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Scholarships
Amount: $1,000 to $24,000
College: Texas A&M-Corpus Christi
Major: Varies
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Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.tamucc.edu
Phone: 1-800-482-6822
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Student Leader Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 to $4,000
College: Texas A&M-Corpus Christi
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Active in clubs, organizations, and community
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone:
Texas Association for Bilingual Education (TABE) Scholarship
Amount: $1000
College: Any
Major: Education
Information and requirements: Bilingual in English and another language
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-822-3930
Web site: www.tabe.org (click on forms)
Texas Association of Secondary School Principals (TASSP) Academic Excellence Award
Amount: $500 and a patch for your letter jacket
College: Any
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Good GPA, Rank, and ACT or SAT score
Essay: yes (Timed writing on a specified topic)
Envelope: yes
Texas Association of Sports Officials-Baseball
Amount: $1,500
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Member of varsity baseball team but not receiving an
athletic scholarship in any sport
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 281-370-4765
Web Site:
Texas Association of Sports Officials Basketball Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Varsity male or female player during 2000-01; can not
receive any other athletic scholarship
Essay: yes
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Envelope: yes
Phone:
Web Site:
Texas Cattlewomen/Pat Grote Memorial Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: Any Texas college or university
Major: Agriculture related major
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: Amy Brainard at 1-806-323-6397
Web Site: www.texascattlewomen.org/TCWscholarships.htm
Texas Christian University Athletic Video Scholarship
Amount: $18, 400
College: Texas Christian University
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Anyone may apply
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 1-817-257-7374
Texas Christian University Texas Youth Entrepreneur of the Year Award Program
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Anyone may apply
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.nep.tcu.edu
Phone: 1-817-257-6544
Texas Culinary Academy Future Chef of America High School Culinary Scholarship Competition
Amount: Up to $2000
College: Texas Culinary Academy
Major: Culinary Arts
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.txca.com
Phone: 1-888-553-2433
Texas Department of Transportation - Conditional Grant Program (CGP)
College: Any accredited four-year Texas public college or university
Major: Civil Engineering, Computer Science,
Computer Information Systems, or Management Information Systems
Information and requirements: Economically disadvantaged
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
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Phone: 1-866-554-4330
Web site: www.txdot.gov/careers
Note: If you are awarded this scholarship, you must agree to work for the Texas Department of Transportation for two years.
Texas Gamma Epsilon/Alpha Delta Kappa Scholarship
Amount: $300
College: Any
Major: Education
DEADLINE ! : May 1
Information and requirements: NSSHS Female student
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Note: Winner must attend Awards Banquet on May 13.
Texas Interscholastic League Foundation Scholarships (TILF)
Amount: $500 to $13,040
College: Varies
Major: Varies
DEADLINE ! : May 6
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen, attend college in Texas, and have participated
on the state level (any time during your four years of high school) in the UIL Academic
State Meet contest in areas other than athletics, music and honor crew
Essay: Varies
Letters of recommendation: Principal’s statement
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-512-232-4937 Brenda Baxendale
Web site: www.uil.utexas.edu (click on the TILF button)
Note: Must submit parent’s IRS 1040 forms with application
Note 2: Applications will not be accepted before April 1
Texas Leader Scholarship
Amount: Varies
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Ethnic minority; leadership; financial need
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 1-800-594-3939
Texas Lutheran University Freshman Scholarships
College: Texas Lutheran University
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Must be accepted to TLU
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.0 on 4.0 scale and ACT: 23 or SAT: 1050 or
ranked in top 25%
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-771-8521
Website: www.tlu.edu
Texas Lutheran University Pacesetter Event
Major: Any
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GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Must be accepted to TLU before Feb. 1
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.5 on 4.0 scale and ACT: 28 or SAT: 1250 or
ranked in top 10% and ACT: 24 or SAT: 1100 (CR + M)
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: 1-800-771-8521
Texas Lutheran University Performance & Participation Awards and Grants
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Must be accepted to TLU
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: 1-800-771-8521
E-mail: See information sheet
Texas Lutheran University Scholastic Advancement Award
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: First generation college student; financial need
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-771-8521
Texas Police Corps Scholarship
College: Any
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.tcleose.state.tx.us
Phone: 512-936-7722
Major: Any that leads to career in
law enforcement
GPISD deadline:
Texas PTA High School Senior Scholarship
Amount: $500
College: Any in Texas
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Member of local PTA for at least 2 years
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 1-800-TALKPTA
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Texas Restaurant Association Scholarship
College: Any
Major: Hotel and Restaurant Management
Information and requirements: One year experience working in the foodservice industry
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.restaurantville.com
Phone: 1-800-395-2872
Texas Society of Professional Engineers, Bay Area Chapter
Amount: $750
College: University with ABET engineering
Major: Engineering
Essay: yes
Interview: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.tspe.org
Phone: Daniel Cote 1-409-740-1680
Texas Southern University Athletic Scholarships
Amount: Unknown
College: Texas Southern University
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Admitted to TSU
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 713-313-7942
Texas Southern University College of Education Scholarship
Major: Education
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 713-313-7256
Texas Southern University Computer Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Program
Amount: $3,125
Major: Computer Science, Mathematics,
or Engineering
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Admitted to TSU; passed TASP English and Math
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: B+ average, top 25%, and ACT: 21 or SAT: 1000
Essay: one page
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Envelope: yes
Web Site: http:/cost.tsu.edu
Phone: 713-313-1860
E-Mail: [email protected]
Texas Southern University General Scholarships
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 2.75 on 4.0 scale; ACT: 18 or SAT: 850
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: http:/em.tsu.edu/financialaid
Phone: 713-313-7104
Texas Southern University Honors Program Scholarships
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.2 on 4.0 scale; ACT: 21 or SAT: 950
Essay: yes
Resume: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: http://www.tsu.edu
Phone: 713-313-7458
Texas Southern University Houston Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation-National Science Foundation
Major: Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: US citizen or permanent resident; Admitted to TSU; completed 3 high school
science classes
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 25%, GPA: 3.0 on 4.0 scale and ACT: 19 or SAT: 900
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: http://www.tsu.edu
Phone: 713-313-4278
Texas Southern University Jesse H. Jones School of Business
Major: Business
DEADLINE ! : July 15
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: http:/em.tsu.edu/financialaid
Phone: 713-313-7942
Texas Southern University Music Scholarships
Amount: Unknown
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
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Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.tsu.edu
Phone: 713-313-7336
Texas Southern University ROTC Scholarships
Amount: Unknown
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.tsu.edu
Phone: 713-313-3875
Texas State University Mitte Laureate Scholarship
College: Texas State
Major: Varies
DEADLINE ! : Received by December 1
Information and requirements: Must be admitted to SWT by 12/01/04 to qualify
Essay:
Interview:
Envelope: no
Phone: Mariko Gomez at 1-512-245-2315
Web Site: www.applytexas.org
E-mail:
Texas State University Scholarships
College: Texas State
Major: Varies
Information and requirements: Must be admitted to SWT by 12/01/04 to qualify
Essay:
Interview:
Envelope: no
Phone:
Web Site: www.applytexas.org
E-mail: Chris Murr at [email protected]
Texas Student Housing Authority Academic Scholarships
College: Colleges in Austin, College Station, San Marcos, or Denton
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 50% of class and a SAT or ACT score
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-512-245-2315
Web Site: www.txstate.edu
Texas Tech Ex-Students Association Scholarship
Amount: $500
College: Texas Tech
Major: Any
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Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: No more than three
Interview: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone:
Texas Tech University Koh Family Engineering Scholarship
Amount: $40,000
College: Texas Tech University
Major: Engineering
Information and requirements: Scholar, exemplary character, extracurricular activities
SAT: 1400 or ACT: 32
Essay: yes
Interview: yes (telephone)
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.coe.ttu.edu/scholarships/koh/
Phone: 1-806-742-3533
Note: There are no hard copy applications. The only way to apply is on-line.
Texas Tech University Merit Scholarships
Amount: $2,000 to $100,000
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Must be admitted to Texas Tech by April 15.
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10% and ACT: 26 or SAT: 1200 (Math & CR)
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-806-742-1480
Web Site: www.applytexas.org (Complete application and create a scholarship application link)
Note: If you qualify for these scholarships you will get them.
Texas Tech University Petroleum Engineering Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Strong in math
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Good GPA, Rank, and ACT/SAT scores
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Phone: 806-742-3573
Website: www.pe.ttu.edu
Texas Tech University Plant and Soil Sciences Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
Major: Plant and Soil Sciences
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: Mr. Auld at 1- 806-742-2837
Website: www.pssc.ttu.edu
Texas Tech University Red Raider Guaranteed Scholarship Program
Amount: Tuition and fees for 4 years
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Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 1
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Family’s adjusted gross income less than $40,000; submit FAFSA by May 1
And have info sent to Texas Tech
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone:
Website: www.redraiderguarantee.ttu.edu
Texas Telephone Association Foundation (TTAF) *
Amount: $1,000
Major: Any
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen; letter of acceptance to a Texas college;
financial need
Essay: no (If you are selected as a semi-finalist you will have to write an essay.)
Envelope: yes
Phone: Jovita Rocha at 512-472-1183
Website: www.tta.org
Note: A copy of your parents Federal Income Tax Returns is required.
Texas Trial Lawyers Association Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Essay: Yes plus a personal statement
Letters of recommendation: two on school letterhead
Envelope: yes
Phone: Mona Fults at 1-512-476-3852
Web site: www.ttla.com
Note: You must send a copy of your report card with your application
Texas Wildlife Expo Conservation Scholarship Program
Amount: Unknown
College: Any
Major: Natural or Cultural Resource Conservation
DEADLINE ! : Received by July 14
Information and requirements: Eligible to work in U.S.; Accepted into an accredited degree
program related to natural resource conservation
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 25% or GPA: 2.5 on 4.0 scale or SAT: 850 or ACT: 21
Essay: yes (short answer)
Envelope:
Phone: Cheryl Coffey at 1-512-389-4906
Web Site:
Note: Recipient must attend the Texas Wildlife Expo Banquet.
Texas Women’s University Music Scholarship Auditions
Amount: Unknown
College: Texas Women’s University
Major: Music
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Based on performance; Live audition is preferred but a
high-quality videotape many be mailed
Essay:
Envelope:
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Phone:1-940-898-2500
Texas Women’s University Open House Scholarships
Amount: $750
DEADLINE ! : Jan. 22, Feb. 26, or June 4
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: 1-866-809-6130
Web Site: www.twu.edu/admissions/campusvisits
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Texas Women’s University Scholarships
Amount: Unknown
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Admission application is your scholarship application
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-866-809-6130
Web Site: www.twu.edu
The Alliance – The Mickey Leland Chapter of the Alliance of Black Telecommunications Employees, Inc. (ABTE) and
the Houston Chapter of the Alliance of Black Lucent Employees (ABLE) Scholarship
Amount: $500 to $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : Received by June 2
Information and requirements: African-American; U.S. citizen
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Note: Recipient must attend Award Banquet on June 19.
The Art Institutes and Americans for the Arts Poster Design Contest
College: The Art Institute
Major: Varies
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web site: www.aih.aii.edu/admissions_scholarships.asp
Phone: 1-800-275-4244 or 713-623-2040
The Art Institutes Best Teen Chef Scholarship Competition
Amount: Unknown
Major:
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope:
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Phone: 1-800-275-4244 or 713-623-2040
The Art Institute Career and Technology Education Scholarship
Major: Varies
Information and requirements: Completed at least one year of CATE classes with at least a
“B” average
Essay: three short answer questions
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-275-4244 or 713-623-2040
The Art Institute Evelyn Keedy Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $30,000
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : May 1
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Desire for a creative career
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-275-4244 or 713-623-2040
Note: You must submit a typed resume with your application.
The Art Institute International Scholarship Competition
Amount: Varying
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Must submit drawings, slides, notebook, essay, or video
(dependent upon the area of competition)
Essay: Dependent upon the area of competition but a resume is required
Letters of recommendation: two (one must be from an art-related instructor or career
advisor)
Envelope: yes
The Art Institute National Scholarships
Amount: Varying
DEADLINE! : Unknown
Essay:
Envelope: no
Web site: www.artinstitutes.edu
Phone: 1-888-542-3600
Major: Varies
GPISD deadline:
The Art Institute National Art Honor Society Scholarships
Major: Varies
DEADLINE! : March 1
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Must apply to The Art Institute
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Phone: www.aih.aii.edu/admissions_scholarships.asp
Phone: 1-800-275-4244 or 713-623-2040
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The Art Institute National Vocational-Technical Honor Society Scholarship
Amount: $5000
Major: Varies
Information and requirements: Member of the National Vocation-Technical Honor Society
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Tom Piecznski at 713-353-4114
Web site:
The Art Institute of Houston Design and Media Arts Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: The Art Institute of Houston
Major: Varies
Information and requirements: Proficiency in 3 areas: Portfolio Quality, Academic Ability, and
Individual Phone Interview Results
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: www.aih.aii.edu/admissions_scholarships.asp
Phone: 1-800-275-4244 or 713-623-2040
The Art Institute Vica Skills USA Championship
Major: Varies
DEADLINE! : June 1
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Member of VICA
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone:
Web site: www.skillsusa.org
The Christophers’ Poster Contest
Amount: Up to $1000
College: Any
DEADLINE! : Rec’d by January 20
Essay: no
Envelope: no
Phone: 1-212-759-4050
Web site: www.christophers.org
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
The Do-Over Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Phone: 1-904-854-6750
Web Site: www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx
The Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Houston Scholarship
Amount: $1600
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College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Exemplary academic and extracurricular record
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Resume: yes
Audition recording: 3minutes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 281-280-8286
Web site: http://gilbertandsullivan.net
The Goss-Michael Foundation Texas Scholarship
Amount: $5,000
College: Any
Major: Visual Arts
DEADLINE ! : May 10
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Phone: 1-214-696-0555
Web site: www.gossmichaelfoundation.org
The Houston Scholarship
College: Washington and Lee University
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Exemplary academic and extracurricular record
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top of class
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-540-463-8710
The Margaret Alicia-Ann Blackwell Scholarship
Amount: $2500
College: Any 2- or 4-year college
Major: Any
Information and requirements: NSSHS senior with extracurricular activities and financial need
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Phone:
The Skirball Institute’s Essay Contest
Amount: $100 to $5,000
College: Any
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Phone:
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
The Thuy Nguyen Scholarship
Amount: $1250
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 5
Information and requirements: Vietnamese; Family income is less than $50,000
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Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone:
The Ultimate Scholarship
Amount: $500 to $2,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE: April 15
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Phone: 1-877-GRADCITY
Web site: www.gradcity.com
E-mail:
The Youth Entrepreneur of the Year Award
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Started your own business
Essay: yes (history of your business)
Envelope:
Web site: www.rces.tcu.edu
The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Research’s Annual Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web site: www.thewomensfund.org
Phone: 713-623-6543
Tiffany Scholarship
Amount: $200 to $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE! : May 1
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Average student who has not taken any
honor classes or been on the honor roll but has maintained good grades
(75 to 89 average).
Essay: yes—“My Goals for the Future” (Maximum of 500 words)
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Towering Texans of Houston Higher Standards Scholarship
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Females at least 5’10” and males at least 6’2” (without
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shoes)
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: two (must be on the given form)
Envelope: yes
Phone: Carol Hudson at 713-861-4440
Toyota Community Scholars Program*
Amount: $10,000 to $20,000
College: Any four year college
Major: Any
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident, documented
service within and outside the school, effective leader
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10% and GPA: 3.0 on 4.0 scale
Essay: no
Envelope: no
There are no formal applications. You must submit a letter of recommendation
addressing your leadership, academics, and community service. Give special
emphasis to programs that you have initiated or in which you have been actively
involved that addresses a school or community need. It is the impact of your
service on the community that will be the factor that distinguishes you from other
applicants.
Trinity University Scholarships
College: Trinity University
Major: Any
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.trinity.edu
Phone: 1-800-TRINITY
Tulane Urban Scholars Program
College: Tulane University
Major: Any
Essay:
Letters of recommendation: two addressing community service
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.tulane.edu/~admiss/admission/urban_scholars.html
Phone: 1-800-873-9283
Turner Partners Architecture “Designing Our Future” Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Architecture
DEADLINE ! : Rec’d by April 15
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone:
Tylenol Scholarship Fund
Amount: $1,000 or $10,000
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Major: Any
Information and requirements: Leadership, Community service, extracurricular activities, academic
achievement
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: www.tylenol.com
Phone:
Tyler Junior College Freshman Scholarships
Amount: $2,000 to $4,000
College: Tyler Junior College
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: ACT: 23 with 19 in English and Math or SAT: 1070 with 500
on Verbal and Math
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 1-903-510-2385
Tzu Chi Foundation Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Financial need and community involvement
Essay: yes
Interview: yes (semi-finalist)
Envelope: yes
Phone: 713-981-8966
Web Site: www.tzuchi.org/usa/home.nsf/otherC/k11170
United Community Credit Union Scholarship *
Amount: $2,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Financial need; Two GPISD students will receive a scholarship (NSSHS-1 & GPHS-1)
Essay: yes (Topic: Why I want the Credit Union Scholarship”)
Letters of recommendation: May submit one recommendation letter
Envelope: no
Note: Recipients must attend the April Board Meeting
United States Foreign Service Essay Contest
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.afsa.org/essaycontest
Phone: 1-800-704-AFSA
Universal Technical Institute Joe Gibbs Scholarship
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College: Universal Technical Institute
Essay: no
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone: 281-443-6262
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
University of Alabama
Amount: Varies
College: University of Alabama
Major: Varies
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-933-BAMA
Web Site: www.ua.edu/usguide.html and www.ua.edu/academic/admissions/apply.html
University of Arkansas Alumni Scholarships
College: University of Arkansas
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Demonstrated leadership, academic honors, work experience
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.6 on 4.0 scale and ACT: 24
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-479-575-2801
Web Site: www.alumni.uark.edu/scholarships
University of Arkansas Alumni Association – Houston Chapter Scholarship
Amount: $4000
Major: Any
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
University of Arkansas Scholarships
Amount: Varies
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-377-UofA
Web Site: http://scholarships.uark.edu
Major: Varies
University of Connecticut Scholarships
Amount: One-half tuition
College: University of Connecticut
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Leadership, special talents
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 15% and SAT: 1100 (CR + Math)
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Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: 1-860-486-3137
Web Site: www.admissions.uconn.edu
University of Dallas Drama Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
College: University of Dallas
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Awarded on basis of Audition or Portfolio Review
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: 1-800-628-6999
Web Site: www.udallas.edu/drama
University of Dallas Metroplex Scholarship
Amount: $48,000 to full tuition
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Scholarship is guaranteed if student applies for
admission by January 15 and meets the following rank and test requirements.
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Rank in top 10 in a class greater than 100 (otherwise top
10%) and SAT: 1150 or ACT: 25
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-628-6999
Web Site: www.udallas.edu
E-mail:
University of Dallas Robert E.T. Stark, M.D. Scholarship
Amount: Four-year full Tuition
Major: Pre-Med
Information and requirements: Male students only
Essay:
Interview: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-628-6999
Web Site: www.udallas.edu/admiss/awards/stark.html
E-mail: lwebb@udallas
University of Denver
College: University of Denver
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-525-9495
Web Site: www.du.edu
Major: Varies
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University of Houston Academic Excellence Scholarship
Amount: $6,000 to $28,000
College: University of Houston – University Park
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Must be admitted by Jan 15; your application for admission is your application
for this scholarship
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 713-743-1010 Option 3
Web Site: www.uh.edu/finaid/freshman
Note: You will get this scholarship if you meet the requirements and apply on time.
University of Houston Alumni Organization Asian Alumni Scholarship
Amount: Up to $1000
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Must be of Asian origin
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.mycougarconnection.com/scholarships
Phone: 1-877-268-4271
E-mail:
University of Houston Alumni Organization College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics Scholarship
Amount: Up to $1000
Major: Natural Science or Mathematics
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-877-268-4271
E-mail:
University of Houston Alumni Organization Hispanic Alumni Scholarship
Amount: Up to $1000
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Must be of Hispanic origin
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-877-268-4271
E-mail:
University of Houston Alumni Organization Legacy Scholarship
Amount: $4,000
Major: Any
Information and requirements: At least one parent must be an active member of the
Houston Alumni Organization as of March 2. (Call for info on how to join.)
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Meet UH admission requirements
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
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Phone: 1-877-268-4271
E-mail:
University of Houston Balanced Man Scholarship
Amount: $250
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : June 6
Information and requirements: Male
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: Terry Chung at 713-303-4664
University of Houston- Clear Lake Texas Scholars in Computer Science (TSCS) Scholarship
College: Community college with UniLink program with UHCL
Major: Computer
Science
DEADLINE ! : May 1
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen or permanent resident ; financial need
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: http://sce.cl.uh.edu/tscs
Phone: 281-283-2567
University of Houston College of Business Administration
Major: Business
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 713 -743-4621 Ms. Connie Todd
University of Houston College of Education Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
Major: Education
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 713-743-5010
University of Houston College of Natural Arts and Sciences (Computer Science)
Amount: Unknown
Major: Computer Science
Essay:
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Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.microsoft.com/college/scholarships.htm
Phone: 1-425-705-3429 Holly Hardenbrook
University of Houston Conrad Hilton Hotel and Restaurant Management Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
Major: Hotel and Restaurant Management
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.hrm.uh.edu/cnhc?c=5220 or www.myCougarConnection.com/scholarships
Phone: 713-743-2492 Jeremy L. DaFoe
University of Houston Cullen College of Engineering Scholarships
Amount: $2,000 to $20,000
Major: Engineering
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 713-743-4200
University of Houston Downtown Scholars Academy Scholarship
College: University of Houston Downtown
Major: Math, Natural Science, Computer Science, or
Engineering
DEADLINE ! : Accepted year-round
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: US Citizen or Permanent Resident; Credit for Pre-Calculus
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.0 on 4.0 scale in math and science and in top 25%
of class or overall GPA of 3.0 on 4.0 scale and SAT: 450 or better on math and
verbal or 250 or better on the THEA math, reading and writing exams.
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 713-221-8207 (Michelle Espinoza-Flores)
Web Site: www.uhd.edu/scholars
University of Houston Frontier Fiesta Academic Achievement Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Major: Any
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.uh.edu/fiesta
Phone: 713-743-5181
University of Houston Frontier Fiesta Community Involvement Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Major: Any
Essay: yes
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Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.uh.edu/fiesta
Phone: 713-743-5181
University of Houston Hispanic Student Association Scholarship
Amount: $250
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : Rec’d by April 23
Information and requirements: Hispanic heritage
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Xavier Cano at 713-459-4097
University of Houston Honors and Academic Scholarships
Amount: Varies
Major: Any
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 713-743-9085 or 713-743-9010 (The Honors College)
University of Houston Industrial Scholar Interns Program
Amount: $10,000
Major: Engineering
Essay:
Envelope: no
Web Site:
Phone: 713-743-4200 Dr. Larry Witte
University of Houston Houston Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation Scholarship
Major: Math, Science, Engineering, or
Technology
GPISD deadline:
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 25%, SAT: 450 on both Verbal and Math, ACT: 19 on
both English and Math
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: Sylvia Foster at 713-743-5894
University of Houston Moores School of Music Scholarships
Amount: Unknown
Major: Music
DEADLINE ! : Received April 1
Essay:
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Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 713-743-3009
Note: You must call to get an audition date and time.
University of Houston Terry Foundation Scholarship
Amount: Up to full ride
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Accepted to UH; Leadership; Unmarried and no children;
Community service; Financial need; resident of US
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Strong academic abilities
Essay: two
Envelope: no—Online application
Web Site: www.uh.edu/honors/scholarships/terry_scholars.html
Phone: 713-743-9010
Note: You must live on campus for the first year
University of Incarnate Word Academic Scholarships and Grants
College: University of Incarnate Word
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.uiw.edu/~finaid/
Phone: 1-800-749-WORD
E-mail:
University of Missouri-Rolla Freshman Minority Engineering Scholarship
College: University of Missouri-Rolla
Major: Engineering, Math, Science, or
Computer Science
DEADLINE ! : Received by Jan. 31
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-573 341-4212
Web Site: www.umr.edu/~mep
University of North Texas Board of Regents Scholarships
Amount: $6,000 to $20,000
College: University of North Texas
Major: Varies
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10% and SAT: 1200 (CR+M) or ACT: 27
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-877-881-1014
Web Site: www.unt.edu/finaid
University of North Texas Board of Regents Scholarships
Amount: $6,000 to $20,000
Major: Varies
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ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10% and SAT: 1200 (CR+M) or ACT: 27
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-877-881-1014
University of North Texas General Scholarships
Amount: $1,000 to $2,500
Major: Varies
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-877-881-1014
University of North Texas Honors Transfer Scholarships
Amount: $2,000 to $16,000
Major: Varies
Information and requirements: Accepted to Honors College at UNT
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least 15 college credit hours with a 3.5 GPA
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-877-881-1014
University of North Texas Multicultural Scholastic Award
Amount: $4,000
Major: Any
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-940-565-2456
Web Site: www.unt.edu/edo/msa.htm
University of Northern Colorado National Undergraduate Scholarships
College: University of Northern Colorado
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Index score of 106 or higher (see application)
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: www.GoBears.unco.edu
Phone: 1-888-700-4UNC
University of Northern Colorado Scholarships
College: University of Northern Colorado
Major: Varies
Essay: yes
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Envelope:
Web Site: www.gobears.unco.edu
Phone: 1-888-700-4UNC
University of Oklahoma College of Engineering Scholarships
Amount: Unknown
College: University of Oklahoma
Major: Engineering
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: ACT: 28 or SAT: 1250
Essay: yes (brief)
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.coe.ou.edu
Phone: 1-800-234-6868
University of Oklahoma College of Engineering Mewbourne Leadership Scholars
Information and requirements: Demonstrated leadership and community involvement
Strong academic record
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.ou.edu/mewbourneschool
Phone: 1-800-522-0772 Ext. 6863
University of Oklahoma Freshman Scholarships
Amount: Varies
Major: Varies
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone : 1-888-298-0890
Web Site: www.ou.edu
University of Oklahoma Henderson Scholarship Program
Amount: Varies
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Academic promise, leadership ability, school and
community involvement, and financial need.
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 25%, GPA: 3.25 on 4.0 scale and ACT: 26 or SAT:
1170
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-234-6868
Web site: www.go2.ou.edu
University of Oklahoma J. Clarence Karcher Scholarships
Amount: Up to $5600
Major: Physics, Astronomy, Engineering physics
Essay: no
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Envelope: yes
Phone: Stewart Ryan at 1-405-325-3961
University of Oklahoma Mewbourne School of Petroleum & Geological Engineering Scholarship
Major: Petroleum or Geological Engineering
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-0772 Ext.6863 or 1-405-325-6863
Web site: www.mpge.ou.edu
University of Oklahoma Phillips Scholars Program
Major: Priority consideration given to accounting,
business, chemistry, computer science, finance, geosciences, management I
information systems, mathematics, chemical, mechanical, and petroleum engineering
Information and requirements: Students who are interested in cultural programs
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-234-6868
Web site: www.go2.ou.edu
University of Rochester Renaissance Scholarship
College: University of Rochester
Major: Any
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.rochester.edu
Phone: 1-888-822-2256
University of St. Thomas Music Scholarship Opportunities
Amount: Varies
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Interview:
Envelope: yes
Phone: Sue Young at 713-525-3560
University of St. Thomas Scholarship Opportunities
Amount: Varies
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : Varies
GPISD deadline:
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Varies for each scholarship
Essay:
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Interview:
Envelope: yes
Phone: Arthur Ortiz at 713 525-3500
University of Texas in Arlington
College: University of Texas in Arlington
Major: Varies
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Admitted to UT in Arlington
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 25% and SAT:1050 or ACT: 22
Interview:
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Web site: www.uta.edu/scholarships
University of Texas in Arlington
Amount: Varying
College: University of Texas in Arlington
Major: Varies
Information and requirements: Varying requirements for many different
scholarships.
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-817-272-2197
Website: www.uta.edu
University of Texas College of Engineering Scholarship Program
Major: Engineering
Interview:
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-512-475-6830
Web site: www.applytexas.org (Create a scholarship application)
University of Texas Delta Upsilon Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Male, athletic, intelligent, and involved in community service
Interview:
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-512-478-5228
Web site:
University of Texas Earnst Schramm, Jr. Scholarship
College: UT in Austin
Major: Any
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DEADLINE ! : May 1
Information and requirements: Academics, Leadership, Service
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.utphipsi.com
Phone: 1-832-515-5886
University of Texas President’s Achievement Scholarship
Amount: $4,000 to $20,000
Major: Varies
Information and requirements: Socio-economically disadvantaged
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Academic excellence
Interview:
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-512-475-9950
University of Texas Rowing Team Scholarship
Amount: Up to full ride
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: No rowing experience is required
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Meet NCAA Division requirements
Interview:
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: Carie Graves at 1-512-232-2585
University of Texas Texas Excellence Award
Major: Varies
Information and requirements: Demonstrated leadership
Interview:
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-512-475-9950
University of Texas Texas Exes Association - Houston Chapter Scholarship
Major: Any
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Suzanne Tamas at 713-627-3938
Web site: www.texasexes.org/houston
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University of Texas in Dallas Academic Excellence Scholarship Program
College: University of Texas in Dallas
Major: Varies
DEADLINE!: Unknown
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Apply for admission to UT in Dallas
Interview:
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-972-883-6708 or 1-800-889-2443
University of Texas in Dallas Chess Scholarship
Amount: Full Ride
Major: Any
DEADLINE!: Unknown
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Collegiate level chess skill
Interview:
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: Guy Graugnard at 281-980-5476 or 1-800-889-2443
University of Texas in Dallas Eugene Mc Dermott Scholars Program *
Amount: Full tuition, room, and board
Major: Varies
DEADLINE!: Rec’d by November 1
Information and requirements: Multiple credits of AP classes and demonstrated leadership
in school plus community service
Interview: yes
Essay: yes
Envelope: no
Phone: 1-972-883-4610
Web site: www.utdallas.edu/mcdermott/schol.html
University of Texas in Dallas School of Management Servant Leadership Endowed Scholarship
Amount: $16,000
Major: Business
DEADLINE!: Unknown
GPISD deadline:
Interview:
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-972-883-2941
Web site: www.ceonetweavers.org
University of Texas in San Antonio
College: University of Texas in San Antonio
Major: Varies
DEADLINE: February 1
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 20% and SAT: 1100 (V+M) or ACT: 24
Interview:
Essay:
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Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-210-458-4106
Web site: www.utsa.edu
University of Texas in San Antonio Presidential Honors Scholarships
Amount: $6,000
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 20% and SAT: 1150 (V+M) or ACT: 24
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 210-458-4106
Web site: www.utsa.edu/honors/
University of Texas in the Permian Basin New Freshman Grant
Amount: $2,000
College: University of Texas in the Permian Basin
Major: Any
DEADLINE: April 15
Information and requirements: Must be admitted to UTPB with no conditions
Interview:
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-866-552-UTPB
Web site:
University of Texas in the Permian Basin New Freshman Scholarships
College: University of Texas in the Permian Basin
Major: Any
DEADLINE: March 30
Information and requirements: Must be admitted to UTPB with no conditions
Interview:
Essay: no
Letters of recommendation: Must be nominated
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-866-552-UTPB
Web site:
University of Texas in San Antonio ROTC Nursing Scholarships
Major: Nursing
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: Major Blair at 1-210-458-5607
University of Texas in Tyler
College: University of Texas in Tyler
DEADLINE: Unknown
Interview:
Essay:
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
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OR
SAT:1250 (V+M)
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-UT TYLER
Web site: www.go2uttyler.com
Univision’s Hispanic Scholar Athlete Award
Amount: $15,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE: May 23
Information and requirements: Hispanic, fluent in Spanish, US citizen or legal resident, Social Security Number,
Accepted at a college or university
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-919-790-6145
Upakar—The Indo-American Community Foundation Scholarship Program
Amount: $2,000 to $5,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE1: May 15
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Financial need, good academic performance, U.S. citizen or
permanent resident, and parents or grandparents emigrated from India.
Essay: no
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-434-2042
Web site: www.upakar.org
Uplift Scholarship Fund
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE: May 1
Information and requirements: Legal resident
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-888-887-5438
Web site: www.upliftscholarship.org
Upromise.com Scholarship
Amount: $2,500
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE: First 2500 eligible applications GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: U.S. Citizen or Legal resident; household income of $65,000 or less
Upromise members (free to join)
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Web site: www.upromise.com
E-mail:
Urban Financial Services Coalition 2003 Scholarship
Amount: Unknown
Major: Business
Information and requirements: Must have attended the EVENT at UH
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Essay: yes plus an autobiography (one page)
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone:
Urban Scholarship Fund
Amount: $700 to $2,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : July 9
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen; Financial need (EFC not exceeding 00200)
verified by FAFSA Student Aid Report
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-214-630-2511
Web Site: www.txadc.org
U.S. Military Academy Appointments
College: Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Merchant Marine, or Naval Military Academy
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : Received by November 1
GPISD deadline: Oct. 20
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 1-800-443-9266 (Air Force); 1-800-822-2769 (Army); 1-203-444-8501 (Coast
Guard); 1-800-732-6267 (Merchant Marine); 1-800-638-9156 (Navy)
USA Funds Access to Education Scholarships
Amount: $1,500
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: 1-866-497-USAF
Web Site: www.usafunds.org/scholarship
USA Group Scholarship Program
Amount: $4,000 to $8,000
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 1
Information and requirements: Minority or Physical disability; Leadership; Community
service; Work experience
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: Request an application by faxing your name and mailing address to
1-888-546-4107
Web Site: www.usagroup.com/scholarship/scholarship.htm
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USA/MAES Scholarship
Amount: $2,500
College: Any
Major: Engineering, Math, or Science
Information and requirements: Minority
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Roxanne Gutierrez at 281-557-3677
USDA/1890 National Scholars Program
Amount: Full Ride
College: Historically Black Land Grant Univ.
Major: Agriculture, Food, Natural Science,
Accounting, Civil Engineering, Business Management, Computer Science,
or related discipline
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen and Leadership
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.0 and SAT: 1500 or ACT: 21
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-936-261-2521
Web Site: www.pvamu.edu/pages/301.asp
UTI Grave Digger Monster Truck Scholarship
Amount: $20,000
College: UTI
Major: Automotive/ Diesel & Industrial Program
GPISD deadline:
Essay: DVD
Envelope: no
Phone:
Web site: www.uti.edu
Varsity Scholars Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 to $25,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: U.S. citizen or legal resident; High academic achievement;
Strong leadership skills; Volunteer spirit
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 2.0 on 4.0 scale (GPISD is on 5.0 scale)
Essay: two
Envelope: no
Web Site: www.varsitybooks.com/scholarships
Phone:
Vegetarian Scholarship Award
Amount: $5000
College: Any
Major: Any
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Web Site: www.vrg.org
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Vera Tran Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $2000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 5
Information and requirements: Vietnamese; Excel academically and be committed to community service
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone:
Veterans Tribute Scholarship
Amount: $3,000 to $10,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Must be the son, grandson, daughter, or granddaughter of a veteran including
those currently in uniform
Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: www.vfw.org/index.cfm?fa=cmty.levelc&cid=149
Phone: 1-816-756-3390
Vietnamese-American Youth Organization
Amount: $2,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Vietnamese U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident;
Community service; Financial need
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.5 on 4.0 scale and Act: 24 or SAT: 1000
Essay: yes
Envelope:
Phone: Minh To at 713-759-9161
Vikki Carr Scholarship Foundation
Amount: Unknown
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Legal U.S. resident of Latino heritage
Essay: yes
Letters of recommendation: At least two
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Note: You must enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope with your application.
Vinson and Elkins L.L.P. Scholarship Foundation Awards
Amount: $10,000
College: Any
Major: Any career in Law
Information and requirements: Hispanic, African-American, Asian, Native American, or
Pacific Islander student; U.S. citizen or Houston area resident for the past six years,
Social Security number, and financial need
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
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Virginia Tech Alumni Association Scholarship
Amount: $1,500
College: Virginia Tech
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Must apply and be accepted to Virginia Tech to receive a
scholarship application
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: Michael Strickler at 281-287-7513 or 281-379-1722
Website: www.vt.edu
Vocal Study Scholarship
College: Any
Major: Vocal Performance
Essay: yes plus resume
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: Dru Anne Lundquist at 281-280-8286
Website: www.gilbertandsullivan.net
Voice of Democracy Scholarship Program
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay: A 3-5 minute audio essay in English on “Celebrating Our Veterans’ Service”
Envelope: no
Website: www.vfw.org
W.Price, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund
Amount: Unknown
College: Any
Major: Foodservice and Management
Information and requirements: Leadership ability
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-395-2872
Website: www.restaurantville.com/sh/scholarships.cfm
Wal-Mart Competitive Edge Scholarship
Amount: $20,000
College: Many schools participate in this program across the nation. In Texas,
these schools include University of North Texas, Texas A&M University, Prairie View
A&M University, University of Texas at El Paso and Pan America, and Texas Tech
University. For a list of other participating schools outside of the state of Texas, contact
the Counseling Center.
Major: Any field related to industry,
manufacturing, or technology
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ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10%, GPA: 3.5 on 4.0 (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale), and
ACT: 27 or SAT: 1100
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web site: www.wal-mart.com
Washington & Lee University – The Houston Scholarship
Amount: Up to Full tuition plus room and board
College: Washington & Lee Univ. in Lexington, Virginia
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Exemplary academics and extracurricular records
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-540-458-8710
Web Site: www1.wlu.edu/x3626.xml
Washington University in St. Louis
Amount: $2,500 to Full tuition
College: Washington Univ. in St Louis, Missouri
DEADLINE ! : January 15, 2008
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-638-0700
Web Site: www.admissions.wustl.edu
Major: Varies
Washington University in St. Louis-Danforth Scholars
College: Washington Univ. in St Louis, Missouri
Major: Varies
GPISD deadline: Oct. 7
Essay:
Envelope:
Phone: 1-314-935-8700
Wells College Henry Wells Scholars Program
Amount: $3,000 plus internship
College: Wells College
Major: Any
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: “A” average and SAT: 1150 or ACT: 26
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.wells.edu
Phone: 1-315-364-3264
Wells Fargo CollegeSTEPS Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
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Essay:
Envelope:
Web Site: www.wellsfargo.com
Phone: 1-800-658-3567
Westwood College Scholarships
College: Westwood College
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : May 2
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: GPA: 3.0 in career-related classes
Essay: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.westwood.edu
Phone: 1-866-755-0601 Ext. 5852
Wesleyan College Scholarships
College: Wesleyan College
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Female
Essay:
Envelope: yes
Web Site: www.wesleyancollege.edu
Phone: 1-800-447-6610
Women and Girls’ Good Health Day Essay Contest
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Envelope: no
Phone: Special Projects Coordinator at (713) 623-6543
Web Site: www.thewomensfund.org
Wrigley’s Doublemint A.C.E. Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 to $10,000
College: Any
Major: Any
GPISD deadline:
Essay: 500 word or less or 5 minute or less VHS tape
Envelope: no
Phone:
Web Site: www.doublemint.com/whatisace.asp
E-mail:
Writers of the Future Contest
Amount: $500 to $4,000
College: Any
Major: Any
DEADLINE ! : Quarterly
GPISD deadline:
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Essay:
Envelope: no
Phone:
Web Site: www.writersofthefuture.com
YouthLaunch Scholarship *
Amount: $3,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Community Service
Essay:
Resume: yes (service)
Envelope: yes
Phone: 1-800-875-1862
Web Site: www.youthlaunch.org
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Tunesia Benard Minority Engineering Scholarship
Amount: $500
College: Any
Major: Engineering, Math, or Science
Information and requirements: African-American female; community service; Leadership
ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 5% and GPA: 3.5 on 4.0
scale
Essay: yes
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: Denise Ware at 281-438-9507
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority/Lambda Zeta Chapter Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
College: Any
Major: Any
Information and requirements: Female; community service; leadership; financial need
Essay: yes
Interview: yes (finalists)
Photo: yes
Envelope: yes
Web Site:
Phone: 281-438-9507
Zonta International Club - Young Women in Public Affairs Award Program
College: Any
Major:
GPISD deadline:
Information and requirements: Female; commitment to volunteerism
Essay: yes
Photo:
Envelope:
Phone: Ms. Elfring at 713-849-1986
Website: www.Zontahouston.org
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