Scholarship Information
Hampton Roads Young Achievers #16
HRYA rewards students who excel in academics and extra-curricular activities and also students who “are doing their absolute best with what they have.” Many Hampton Roads Young Achievers have overcome emotional and physical obstacles in order to reach their goals. Most Hampton Roads Young Achievers will receive scholarships. Please contact Mrs. Eberwine with the names of any outstanding young achievers you know and visit www.wavy.com to learn more.
UTI American Dream Scholarship Competition #27
Approximately $500,000 in scholarships will be awarded in this scholarship competition for future UTI students. UTI has three campuses: NASCAR Technical Institute, Marine Mechanics Institute, and Motorcycle Mechanics Institute. Contact Randall Teerlink to learn more at 1-866-892-4994.
BigSun Scholarship #64
The BigSun Organization will be awarding $500 scholarships to “deserving” student athletes. Senior athletes should apply. Essays on “”why you should win this scholarship” must be submitted on-line by June 20, 2008.
NASA Langley Aerospace Research Summer Scholars Program #75
NASA has opportunities for spring, summer and fall internships through the “bridge program” for rising high-school seniors and college freshmen with previous NASA program experience and a minimum of a 3.5 GPA. Visit http://research.nianet.org/larss to learn more.
QUESTBRIDGE College Prep Scholarships #95
High school juniors with an annual household income of less than $60,000 and a “strong academic record” should apply. The scholarship program guides students as to how to receive aid packages covering 100% of financial need from top-ranked colleges. Go to www.questbridge.org to apply.
Suffolk Chapter of the Norfolk State University Alumni Scholarship #122
Graduating seniors who have been accepted into Norfolk State University should apply for this $500 scholarship opportunity. The application process includes an essay on “Why I should be the recipient of the 2008 Suffolk Chapter Norfolk State University Alumni Scholarship.” Completed applications are due by June 2, 2008.
“CALL Me Mr. Program” #134
This is a national initiative to increase the pool of teachers from more diverse backgrounds. Several black colleges are seeking to train black males to be teachers and will offer up to four years of college free of charge for individuals who are accepted into the program. Visit http://www.callmemister.clemson.edu/partcollegesmain.html.
2008 United Veterans Alliance Foundation Scholarships #138
Seven $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. Applicants must be able to verify that they have contributed 100 hours of their time toward community service to support Veterans or Veteran Families within the last 24 months. Completed applications are due by May 27, 2008.
Beatrice Plummer Scholarship #140
This renewable $500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior or college student who attends a two or four year college. Applicants should have at least a 2.5 GPA. The application process includes a 500 or more word essay on your goals for the future. Completed application packets are due by May 28, 2008.
Websites of Interest
For personal scholarship search:
www.scholarship.com
www.eduprep.com
www.fastweb.com
For help in deciding on a college major:
www.MyMajor.com
Career decision making information and college searches go to the student tab at:
http://www.sps.k12.va.us
http://anycollege.com/
For additional scholarship information, visit: www.WeeklyScholarshipAlert.org One (1) to five (5) scholarship notices are sent via email each week to parents and college-bound students so that they get a gentle reminder to find college money. There is no charge, and they do not gather personal information beyond name and email address.
