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Will to Win Scholarship (Asthma) Aug 31, 08 seniors w/asthma, U.S. citizen, min unw GPA 3.5, excellence in at least one of these: perf. arts, visual arts, comm. svc, athletics or science; will attend college in fall 07
Davidson College Scholars or Bryan Scholarship Sept. 10, 07 Leadership, exceptional athlete & student; one male & one female chosen each year (3 nominees per H.S.); $30,000/yr; see your counselor
POSSE Foundation Scholarship (DC metro area) Sept 11, 07 full tuition (4 yrs): Grinnell, Bucknell, Lafayette or Sewanee: University of the South; strong leadership, teamwork, communication skills & academic promise (10 seniors nominated by H.S.)
AES Engineers Scholarship Sept 15, 07 H.S.seniors & college students, future leaders, many fields of study (not just engineering); essay required; $500

New York University Steinhardt Education Award

Sept 17, 07

For education majors, strong academics, senior, $1,000-$15,000, dedicated to serving others

Balanced Man Scholarship - Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity Sept. 19, 07 For incoming male freshmen attending UMCP in Fall 07, excellent academic record, leadership, athletics & comm. svc. (914)329-0972
Women Business Owners of Montgomery County Sept. 24, 07 female senior, GPA>=3.5, outstanding leadership, significant community service (nomination)
Supercomputer Naming Contest Sept 30, 07 All ages - name the supercomputer for UMCP Professor Vishkin.  This new technology operates 100 times faster than today's desktop computer. Entries must be made online.  $500 to the winner + claim to fame for having named this new invention!
Wendy's H.S. Heisman Awards Oct. 1, 07 H.S. senior scholar/athletes who work hard, are dedicated & have become role models for underclassmen, good citizenship & significant community service hours.

UMBC Meyerhoff Scholarship

Oct. 15, 07

Full scholarship to attend UMBC  for math, sciences, engineering, technology; will pursue Ph.D. or M.D. degree; min. 3.0 GPA, >=650 Math SAT (students nominated by H.S.)

Junior Achievement Essay Competition

Oct. 15, 08

Gr. 9-12; write 1000-1500 word essay on "Greater Washington--Why It's the Best Region to Build & Grow a Business," $10,000-20,000 awards

Boston Univ. Engineering Competition

October 29

10-four year full-tuition scholarships, top academics, exam

Horatio Alger Scholarship

Oct. 30, 07

H.S. senior graduating in 2008, 2.0+ GPA, critical financial need (<$50,000 family income, citizen or permanent resident, community svc.; overcome personal adversity; commitment to pursue bachelor's degree; $2,500-$20,000

Coca Cola Scholars Oct. 31, 07 academic merit, leadership, community service, part-time employment
Prudential Spirit of Community Award Oct. 31, 06 Gr. 5-12, legal resident, significant comm. svc after 9/1/2005 (one per H.S.)

Imagine America

October 31

To attend participating career college, 2.5 GPA, financial need

Emory University Scholars Program

Nov. 1, 07

Academics, character, leadership, integrity, highly competitive (4 nominees per H.S.)

Emory University Goizueta Business School Scholarship Nov. 1, 07 one senior nominated by H.S., outstanding academic record & SATs, strong character, sustained interest in business: (404) 727-0327

UVA Jefferson Scholars

Nov. 5, 07

Top academics, leadership, highly competitive (one nominee per H.S.)

Nestle Very Best in Youth Award Nov. 1, 06 age 10-18, excel in school & community service
New York University Martin Luther King Scholars Nov. 1, 07 senior, academics, school & community involvement, demonstrated humanitarianism & social progress  (must be nominated by H.S.) (212)998-4500
Hon. Arthur Dorman Scholarship Nov. 1, 06 seniors committed to environment (Chespk. Bay), minorities preferred & promotes diversity, strong leadership, comm svc, min GPA 3.0, MD resident, $2,000, kbentkowski@cbtrust.org
Organization of Chinese Americans Nov 19, 07 junior or senior, Asian or Pacific Isldr, create cultural work of art, essay, email yaopeiwin@yahoo.com or 240-593-1866

Washington Metropolitan Scholars

end of Nov07

African American students, need based, strong academics-3.5 or better, check website for more info.

Nashville Auto-Diesel College Schlrp Nov. 4, 06 Testing in Annapolis for scholarship money; $3,000-full tuition,1-800-228-NADC, ext 8178
James Madison Scholarships Nov. 1, 07 Academic achievement, leadership, community service, merit based awards (apply online)
Korean Spirit & Culture Essay Contest on Chung Hyo Ye Nov 11, 07 Essay question for H.S. students and college students ($500-1,000) Contact: kscppcontest@msn.com or 718-539-9108

Chesapeake Bay Trust Awards

Nov 12, 07

3.0+ GPA, commitment to environment, leadership, comm svc, shares in a minority ethnic or cultural heritage

UMBC Humanities Scholars

Nov. 15, 07

Acad talented seniors who will study the humanities (hist, engl, phil, lang, Afr. Amer studies), includes study abroad - $5,000-$22,000/yr

UMBC Linehan Artist Scholars

Nov. 15, 07

Acad & talented seniors who will pursue visual and performing arts study - $5,000-$22,000/yr

UMBC Sondheim Public Affairs

Nov. 15, 07

acad talented seniors who will study in public policy, govt svc, or non-profit sector - $5,000-$22,000/yr

UMBC Center For Women Scholars

Nov.15, 07

acad talented women to study in IT related fields: comp sci, comp engr, info sys, mech engr, chem engr - $5,000-$22,000/yr

Davidson College (NC) Belk Schlrp Nov. 15, 07 one senior nominated by H.S., full schlrp + stipends, excellent academic record, leadership, comm svc, extracurricular activities, email: belkscholarship@davidson.edu

Principal's Leadership Award

Nov 17, 06

Leadership, top 20%, one senior nominee per school

M. L. King Children of the Dream Nov. 21, 07 Gr. 9-12, nomination, one female & one male, outstanding character, comm & school involved
UMCP Maryland Media Award Dec. 1, 05 talented journalists; full tuition to UMCP, ref. to Keegan

SAE Engineering Scholarships

Dec 1, 07

U.S. Citizen, H.S.senior, strong SAT and GPA, will major in engineering or related science: math, chem, physics, biol, comp.sci; university sponsored scholarships available

Boston University Trustee Scholars

Dec 1, 06

Top 3%, Average 3.9 GPA, 1517 SAT, leadership

Boston University Alex. Graham Bell Dec 1, 06 Engineering, four full-tuition scholarships, very competitive
Drexel University Playwriting Contest Dec 1, 06 H.S.junior or senior, must submit 10-pg play, $5,000
Iona College Presidential & Dean's Scholarships Dec. 1, 06 min GPA 3.5, >=1250 SAT or 28 ACT; $17,500 to full tuition
AFS Awards for Excellence Dec. 5, 06 3.5 GPA, interest in study abroad summer 07, leadership, comm svc, ambassador, nominated by H.S.
Comcast Leaders & Achievers Dec 14, 07 senior, one nominee who demonstrates commitment to comm. svc, leadership skills, academic achievement (GPA min 2.8), $1,000
Washington & Lee University -Johnson Scholarship Dec 15, 07 top acad schlrp (full tuition, rm & bd), essay, rec ltrs, ldrshp, comm svc, interview for finalists
Washington & Lee University - Keelty Honor Scholarship (for MD students) Dec 15, 07 MD senior w/ exemplary academics and extracurricular record; full tuition award; renewable 4 yrs. (Wash & Lee Johnson Scholarship appl required)
Harvard University's free tuition

December 15 (early action)

$40,000 free tuition to low income students who meet Harvard's competitive admissions requirements

AXA Achievers

Dec. 15, 06

Outstanding achievement in activities in school, community or the workplace, ability to succeed in college

American Dream Scholarship Dec. 15, 07 senior, attend 2 or 4 yr college or voc. school, min GPA 3.0, employment or comm svc expected:  $1,000
Rider University (NJ) Writing Contest Dec. 14, 07 Personal essay, short story and poetry writing contest (one entry per category): prize:  $25-$100
UMCP Theatre Scholarship Dec 19, 07 Apply for UMCP admission by 12/1 as theatre major; schlrp appl due 12/20; min GPA 3.3 unw, 3.5 wgpa; SAT>=1650 out of 2400; audition: 1/22/07; 301-405-6676

Chinese American Medical Society

December 31

Gr. 11 & 12, Chinese descent, transcript, essay, scores

DeSales University Talent Scholarship

Dec / Jan

Auditions for Acting, Musical Theater, Tech/Design, 877-4desales

National Wild Turkey Federation Jan 1, 07 Seniors, min GPA 3.0, leader, comm. svc., natural resources conservationist,  $250-$10,000, 410-756-6738
Elizabeth Bishop Writing Awards in Verse & Prose Jan 1, 08 Gr 8-11, full tuition to Walnut Hill Summer Writing Program in summer 08; verse, prose & playwriting; one verse poem or narrative fiction <2500 words
UNCG Eiserer Memorial Scholarship Jan 4, 08 h.s. senior who will study P.E, sports med, ath trng, phys therapy or related field at Univ. of N.C. Greensboro (full tuition, rm & bd - 4yrs), 3.5 GPA, 1200 SAT (rdg & math)

Toyota Community Scholars

Jan 4, 08

One nominee per H.S., strong academics, community service

U.S. JCI Senate Scholarship Program Jan 5, 08 h.s. seniors who will attend accredited college or vocational school; leadership & comm svc reqd. and some consideration of fin need ($1,000)

AIMMS Excellence Scholarships

Jan 10, 06

3.0+ GPA, demonstrated positive support for diversity

Harvard Black Law Students Assn Jan 10, 06 Afr. Amer. senior, 2 or 4 yr college, Essay contest, GPA, SAT, interest in law is not required

Elks Most Valuable Student

Jan 11, 08

Academic merit, leadership, comm svc, U.S. citizen, local, state, nat'l competition

Gates Millennium Scholars

Jan 11, 07

Under-represented minorities (Afr Amer, Amer Indian/Alaskan Native, Asian Pacific Island, Hispanic), financial need, 3.3 GPA, leadership, must be nominated & complete FAFSA

Sam Walton Community Scholarship

Jan 14, 08

Seniors, $1,000 one time award, online appl. only; access code SWCS

Create-a-Greeting-Card Scholarship Jan 15, 08 HS or college students, min age 14, legal resident, create a card (photo, art, graphics) - $10,000  scholarshipadmin@gallerycollection.com
Ithaca College Park Scholar Jan 15, 08 must apply to college by 12/1, full tuition, rm & bd +stipend outstanding academic record, leadership, & comm svc
Miss Teen African American Scholarship Pageant Jan 15, 07 Pageant competition: interview, talent, on-stage speech in evening gown, fitness routine & comm. svc; winner receives $5,000 schlrp to college & other prizes; 704-392-6852
UMBC Sherman Teacher Education Scholars Jan 15, 08 acad talented seniors who will pursue teacher educ in sci, tech, engr & math - $5,000-$22,000/yr
Ithaca College MLK Scholar Jan 15, 08 must apply to college by 2/1, minority senior, top 10%, high SATs, leadership, comm svc, full tuition; essay required
Skidmore College - Filene Music Schlrp

Jan 15, 08

music scholarship: $40,000 over 4 yrs, must meet admissions criteria for Skidmore

Skidmore College - Porter Scholarship (for science & math) Jan 15, 08 sci & math scholarship: $40,000/yr/4yrs; outstanding acad. record in sci & math courses; high SATs, admission to Skidmore College
Univ. of Mary Washington (VA) Alvey Scholars Jan 15, 07 out-of-state 4 yr award, full tuition, rm & bd, academic excellence, leadership, extra activities (well rounded)
Ohio State University Morrill Scholars Jan 17, 06 citizen or perm res., admitted to Columbus campus, top 20% of class, 3.2 GPA, SAT min.1070, first generation college minority

Mt. St. Mary's Kuderer Scholarships

Jan 20/ 27, 07

Essay Competition, 3.25 GPA, 1200 SAT, 4-yr schlrp, full tuition; on campus essay competition  800-448-4347

McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship Jan 18, 08 seniors who have operated their own business while in H.S.; will attend 4 yr college & continue to own/operate business p/t with at least 1 p/t employee; (non-profit business OK) award amt = $10,000/yr for 4 yrs
C.W. Post Campus, Long Island Univ Jan 26, 07 essay competition for up to $20,000 schlrp; acad avg >= 88%; SAT >=1100 (min SAT-reading score- 570); reserve seat for 2/3/07- call 516-299-2900
MC Scholars (Montgomery College Honors program) Jan 25, 08  competitive 2 yr scholarship, honors program w/ semester study abroad; min GPA >=3.3, min SAT 550 on all sections, recommendations reqd; appl in Career Ctr
MC Macklin Business Scholars Institute Jan 25, 08 new competitive 2 yr scholarship, honors business program at Rockville campus; min GPA>=3.0, min SAT 550 on all sections, appl in Career Ctr

Outstanding Service to Youth Award

Jan 25, 08

Recognizes outstanding dedication to children, 240 777-4659

Carson Scholars Fund Jan 25, 08 Gr. 4-11 only; GPA 3.75 unweighted in academic subjects; humanitarian in school & community, must be nominated by counseling office

Discover Card Scholarship

Jan 31, 07

For Juniors, 2.75+GPA, community service, leadership, not need-based, overcome an obstacle(s) in life 866-756-7932, access code: DISC

Princeton Prize in Race Relations

Jan 31, 08

Gr.  9-12, commitment to advancing racial harmony, awards up to $1,000, 800-742-1036

HBCU Shiloh Baptist Church

Jan. 31, 07

will attend HBCU, 2 awards: 2.5 GPA financial need/ 3.5 GPA; resident of DC metro area, comm. svc.

Calvin College Howard Hughes Scholarship

Jan 31, 08

3.5+GPA, 1250 SAT, $2500, study in biology, physics, chem, or math

Susan B. Komen Scholarship Feb 1, 08 lost parent to breast cancer, GPA >=2.8, citizen or perm resident, awards up to $10,000/yr
Google Women in Technology Schlrp (Anita Borg Award) Feb 1, 08 female undergrad & grad student scholarships, $10,000, females who pursue comp sci, comp engineering, or other technical field, min GPA 3.5
Alicia Betancourt Excellence in Arts Scholarship (Blake only) Feb 1, 08 female senior at Blake, visual arts or dance interest, GPA 3.5, comm. svc., clean driving record, good work ethics; $1000/yr/4yrs (see Mr. Keegan)
Thursday Network, Greater Washington Urban League Empower Scholarship Feb 1, 08 senior, attending 4 yr college in fall, min GPA 3.0, perm resident in DC, PG Cty or Montgomery County, 2 rec ltrs, SAT/ACT scores, transcript, fin need, essay
VA Tech Univ, College of Engineering- Davenport & Dean's Scholars Feb. 1, 07 Davenport- in-state tuition award; Dean's- $5,000/yr; renewable 4 yrs, both require outstanding acad record/SATs, must apply online
Phi Delta Kappa Int'l Scholarship Feb 1, 08 seniors who will major in education, good academic standing. email: scholarships@pdkintl.org

Hispanic Heritage Awards

Feb 2, 07

Award Categories: Academic, Community Service, Engineering, and Math, Healthcare, Journalism, Sports  (available online by mid-Dec)

American Society of Military Comptrollers Feb 9, 07 outstanding HS senior, major in: business, economics, accounting, financial mgmt, comp. sci, public admin, or mgmt; leadership, extracurriculars, p/t emplymt. contact: bdempsey@hqamc.army.mil, 703-806-8509

Greater Washington Urban League/Safeway/Western Union Scholarships

Feb 12, 08

senior, minimum GPA 2.5, financial need (family income below $35,000), comm svc, essay, 202 265-8200 x264, applications in Blake Career Ctr (6-$3,000 awards)

NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award Feb 11, 08 seniors who demonstrate entrepreneurial initiative by starting own business (child care, lawn care, dog walking, tutoring, etc. -- an official business is not a requirement & comm svc is considered), participation in FBLA, Junior Achievement, etc; access code: NFIB
Nat'l Hispanic Caucus of School Board Members Scholarship extended: Feb 15, 08 Hispanic senior in public HS; min GPA 2.5, fin need, activities, character, leadership & comm svc (extra points for "education" majors)
Emerging Leaders Award -College of Notre Dame (MD) Feb 15, 07 min.GPA 3.3, leadership, community svc, strong character, must be nominated by H.S.; $10,000/yr/4yrs (women's college)
Natl Assn for Asian & Pacific American Education Feb 15, 08 HS senior or college student, Asian or Pacific Island descent, outstanding academics, comm svc, leadership involvement in Asian community, US citz, 2 recs, essay, transcript
McDonald's Future Achievers Scholarship Feb. 15, 08 seniors, Afr. Amer, leadership, community service,  transcript, essay, recommendation, IRS 1040 required; must attend 2 or 4 yr college in Fall 08.
Ronald McDonald Scholars Feb 15, 08 Seniors, any race, leadership, comm svc, financial need, personal statement, transcript, recommendation, will attend 2 or 4 yr college in Fall 08
McDonald's Asian Pacific American Scholarship Feb 15, 08 citizen or perm res with at least one parent Asian-Pacific heritage, comm. svc, leadership, fin need, transcript, essay, recommendation, will attend 2 or 4 yr college in Fall 08
McDonald's HACER Scholarship Feb. 15, 08 citizen or perm res with at least one parent of Hispanic heritage, comm. svc, leadership, fin. need, transcript, essay, recommendation, will attend 2 or 4 yr college in Fall 08
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) Feb. 15, 07 four full-ride scholarships for talented art students w/fin.need; must complete application process by 2/1/07 to be considered; online info available.  410-225-2222

National Co-op Scholarship

Feb 15, 08

3.5+ GPA, willing major in sci., math, engineering (Drexel, RIT, Wentworth, Johnson & Wales, Kettering, LIU, Northeastern, Pace, Univ. of Cinncinnati, Univ. of Toledo)

USA Funds-Access to Education Feb. 15, 08 seniors, income <= $35,000, priority to minorities or physically disabled

Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship

Feb 15, 08

100 HS seniors, career in agriculture-related field; 850+ SAT, two/four year college, $1,500 each

Best Buy Scholarship Feb 15, 08 senior dedicated to community service; good grades; online application from Jan 1 - Feb 15
Ursinus College Tower Scholarship Feb. 15, 07 African American, Latino seniors, top 15% in class, interview req'd-$25,000
North Carolina A & T Univ. Alumni Scholarship Feb. 15, 07 U.S. citizen; min GPA >=3.0; min SAT V & M >=1000; 3 rec ltrs; for freshman attending NC A & T Univ.  $10,000/yr/renewable
North Carolina A & T Univ. Dowdy Scholars Program   min. GPA 3.25, SAT >1000 R&M, must maintain 3.3 for 50%-100% off  tuition, 336-256-0863
KFC Colonel's Scholars Feb 15, 08 citizen or perm res, min GPA 2.75, plans to attend public in-state college, will pursue bachelor's degree, fin need, especially entrepreneurs. award amt >= $5,000/yr
Girls Going Places Feb. 15, 08 age 12-18, US citizen, female entrepreneur; essay contest, rec. ltr
Burger King Scholars Feb 15, 08 senior, min GPA 2.5, fin. need, comm service or extracurriculars, employment 15 hrs/wk min.; plan to attend 2 or 4 yr college or tech school

UMCP Dance Scholarship

Feb 17, 08

gifted/talented dance majors; 301 405-3180 or dancedept@umd.edu for application & info;  auditions on March 2, 2008

USA Today-All H.S. Academic Team Feb. 20, 07 Citizen with outstanding academics, artistic or leadership roles within or outside of the school, community service (for juniors or seniors), $2500

NAACP Scholarship

Feb 21, 08

3.0 GPA, extracurricular, community activities or empl, essay, 2 recs

Cynthia Morgan Scholarship Fund Feb. 25, 08 MD high school or college student who is first generation, will attend MD college or med. school in medical-related field
ACT-SO African American Talent Competition Feb 27, 08 Afr. Amer H.S. students compete for awards in many areas:  humanities, sciences, perf. arts, vis.arts or entrepreneurship

Delta Sigma Theta Scholarship

Feb 28, 08

Montg Cty resident, 2.5+ GPA, four year college, 3 recs required; comm. svc & extra activities;  application in Career Center

Sherry Hintz Scholarship Fund Feb 28, 08 Gr. 11-12 or H.S. graduate under age 22 ; GPA >=3.0; extra activities, comm svc, leadership; will attend college; lives in Montg Cty; lost parent to breast or ovarian cancer; fin. need.  301-933-2818 or email:  astearns@mhamc.org.

Hispanic Law Student Assoc. Scholarship (HLSA)

Feb 29, 08

College bound Latino student in DC Metro area, involvement in Latino community, academic achievement; U.S. citizen or perm resident

National Assn of Women Business Owners (entrepreneur scholarship) Feb 29, 08 female collegebound senior, entrepreneurial project description, submit appl, transcript & SAT scores;  $1,000 (two awards)
Children's Defense Fund - Beat the Odds Scholarship Feb 29, 08 juniors who have overcome tremendous odds to become academically successful (poverty, disability, homelessness, personal tragedy); comm svc, $10,000, nominated by H.S. counselor;  202-662-3522
Attrus Fleming Music Scholarship Fund Feb. 29, 08 senior, promising music ability, plans to study music in college; judged competition on jazz-- brass, woodwind, guitar only.  Appls in Career Ctr
Nat'l Interscholastic Athletic Admin Assn Student Scholar/Athlete (MD) Feb 29, 08 Gr. 11-12, min GPA 3.5, min SAT>=1100 (R & M), two sports for 2 yrs, varsity ltr in each sport, rec ltr from athletic director

MHEC Guaranteed Access Grant

March 1, 08

2.5+ GPA, attend Maryland college, significant financial need

McDonald's Educates Award March 1, 08 seniors with min GPA 3.0, leadership, comm. svc, good character & live in DC metro area; transcript, essay, recommendation; $1,500
Towson Univ. Community Enrichment & Enhancement Award (CEEP) March 15, 08 min GPA 2.5, U.S. citizen, first generation college student in single parent home, leadership, community involvement, admissible to TU, full-time degree-seeking student, $1,000-4,000 yr/4yrs, 410-704-2051, diversityworks@towson.edu.
Smithsonian Associates Poetry Contest - Kite Flying March 1, 06 Write creative poem of 150 words or less on "kite flying;" Gr. 1-4, 5-8, 9-12 categories; special ribbon & Kite festival  reception

Long and Foster Scholarship

March 1, 08

Financial need, 3.0 GPA, leadership

Diverse Minds Writing Challenge DC March 1, 08 H.S. students write/illustrate children's book (for gr K-5) on tolerance & diversity; prizes range from $1,000-$5,000, 888-838-2499

Maryland  Financial Aid & Scholarships

March 1, 08

MD residents attending MD 2 yr or 4 yr college, scholarship criteria varies

NASA - MUST scholarship (science, technology, engineering & math) March 1, 08 1 yr scholarship up to $10,000; for underserved populations (women, Hispanic, Afr. Amer, Native Amer) + $5,000 stipend for summer research at NASA; US citizen, min GPA 3.0, pursuing full-time college degree in sci, engin, math or technology (202-296-5400)
The Better Hour Contest March 1, 08 H.S. students write essay about their comm. svc & leadership (up to $40,000 total prizes awarded; 1st place=$10,000)
Korean War Veterans Assn March 1, 08 $500 for post-H.S. education (incldg trade school); must be direct bloodline relative of Korean veteran; 301-695-7660 or email www.cffredco.org
American Chemical Society  (ACS scholars program) March 1, 08 Gr. 12, minorities who will pursue chemistry, biochem, chem engineering, or ny other chemically-related field in college.

Dwight Jacobus Scholarships

March 1, 08

Business or education major, 3.0 GPA, financial need, must attend MD or DC college full-time

Wofford College  Scholars March 1, 08 Juniors in top 10%; SAT min-1200, acad merit; must be nominated

National Press Club Scholarship

March 1, 07

For minorities interested in print or broadcast journalism; min GPA 2.75 & collegebound in Fall.  See Career Center for application details

Rockville Chamber of Commerce Young Entrepreneur Essay Contest March 2, 07 H.S. or college students present their idea for a business and why it would be successful.  Esssay judged on originality, expression of ideas & vision. Details in Career Center. Prizes: $500, $100, $75
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation March 3, 08 senior, min GPA 2.0, child of Marine (active duty or reserve) or former Marine or Navy Corpsman who served with Marines; family income less than $77,000, 800-292-7777
Air Force Officers' Wives Club of DC March 3, 08 seniors, dependents of AF mbrs (active, deceased or retired), residing in DC metro area, academic & citizenship achievements to be considered (not financial need)
American Association of  Blacks in Energy March 2, 07 seniors, minorities, min GPA 3.0, major: engineering, math or physical sciences or bus admin, fin. need (local & national awards) $2,500

Delmarva Farmer Scholarship

March 3, 08

student with agric background; dependent of employee in agric. business or agency; financial need considered; essay 500 words

Leadership Montgomery Award

March 7, 08

seniors, minimum 260 Student Service Learning hours (by end of junior yr), $1,000 award

Alpha Phi Alpha Ira Dorsey Scholarship

March 7, 08

senior, min GPA 2.5, lives in DC metro area, extracurricular activities, financial need considered, essay; plans to attend 4 yr college, min GPA 2.5

Got Milk, Sammy Scholarship

March 7, 08

Online application only, outstanding scholar/athletes, leadership, comm svc, loves milk; $7,500 college schlrp

Hispanic Heritage Foundation March 14, 08 Hispanic senior who will attend college in Fall 08, US citizen or perm res., min GPA >=3.0, leadership, online appl available mid-Jan, 08
Rachel Carson Scholar Program (environmental science award) March 14, 08 Gr. 11 or 12, MD resident,  min GPA 3.0, interest in environmental issues & will continue studies in this field, comm svc related to protecting environment; 703-748-7575
Kesi Gilford Reynaud Memorial Schlrp March 14, 08 senior from Blake, Springbrk, Paint Branch or Blair H.S.; CGPA>=2.5, financially need; essay & 2 rec ltrs; $1,500 award

Kohl's Scholarship

March 15, 08

Age 6-18, Community / volunteer service, nomination

Delta Sigma Theta- Potomac Valley Chapter

March 15, 07

African American female, Montg. Cty resident, GPA>=3.0, community svc., family income less than $75,000, will attend 4yr college

Maryland PTA Scholarship

March 15, 08

senior who plans to pursue career in education in public schools of MD; acad achievement, fin need, comm svc, good character. Appl in Career Center

Angie Houtz Memorial Fund

March 15, 08

3.0 unw. GPA, community service, attend public Maryland college, $3,000, contact: angiefund@yahoo.com

AFCEA/NOVA Scholarship March 15, 07 one male, one female nominated/ study abroad program, top 10% of grad. class, SAT >=1200; $1,000
The Bernie Scholarship March 19, 08 senior, min. GPA 2.0, max. family income<=$45,000/yr; must live in Montg. Cty. HOC subsidized housing; two recs; appl. in Career Ctr

Ladies of Imani Scholarship for Excellence

March 21, 08

female senior in DC metro area, min 3.0 GPA, comm svc, essay, ltr of reference - $1,000; appls in Blake Career Ctr

Women of Tomorrow Award March 21, 08 One outstanding female nominated in Gr. 9-10 or 11-12 for remarkable comm svc, life experience (hardship), acad. excellence, leadership & future goals.

Ayn Rand Essay Contest

March 20, 08

Essay contest on Anthem (9-10) and The Fountainhead (11-12)

Naval Officers Association, DC Chapter Scholarship March 22, 08 several schlrps available from one application form:  seniors, minority from DC metro area, strong academics, fin. need, comm. svc; 703-695-8664
MD Assoc. of Private Colleges & Career Schools (MAPCCS) March 23, 07 seniors who apply to private career schools in MD, transcript, 2 rec ltrs; forms available in Career Center or call 410-282-4012

Naval Officers Wives' Scholarship

March 27, 08

Dependent children of active duty, retired or deceased Navy, citizen, must attend college or voc. school full-time, $2,000

FEEA Scholarship Program

March 28, 08

For current civilian federal employees and families, 3.0 GPA min; will attend two or four-year college full-time

Delegates Heller & Kramer Schlrp March 28, 08 H.S. collegebound senior living in Dist 19, transcript, SAT/ACT scores, FAFSA student aid rpt, rec ltrs permitted/not required, comm svc resume, $400-$1000

Northrop Grumman Scholarship

March 31, 08

U.S. citizen, graduation senior who will study engineering in college, 1700+ new SAT, 3.5+GPA, MD resident, essay & 3 rec ltrs required

Ashley Tamburri Scholarship

March 31, 08

4 yr. renewable schlrp for cancer patients or survivors in MD; $1,000/yr

Absalom Jones Memorial Scholarship March 31, 08 Episcopal collegebound senior, financial need, resides in DC metro area, leadership & community svc, essay & recs required, $1,000
Army Officers' Wives' Club March 31, 08 H.S. senior in DC metro area who is collegebound; child or spouse of active duty or retired Army personnel .  email: scholar@fmthirftshop.org
Masonic Charities of MD Educational Grants March 31, 08 U.S. citizen, leadership, school activities & comm. svc, academics, fin. need, recommendation, will attend 2 or 4 yr college, $1,000; return to Mrs. Moore for submission
Assn. of Government Accountants (AGA) March 31, 06 Senior, min GPA 3.0, must enroll in college as accounting major, essay required.  301-279-3407, roger_pisha@mcpsmd.org

LULAC Scholarship Fund

March 31, 06

Hispanic & minority seniors attending 2-4 yr college, 3.25 +GPA, U.S. citizen or permanent resident

Blacks in Government Scholarship

March 31, 08

senior, 2.0+ GPA, two recommendations, 500 word essay;  reside in DC metro area; oral presentation required of finalists; collegebound

Blacks in Government Scholarship -- National Maritime Intelligence Center March 31, 08 senior, min GPA 2.5, must reside in DC metro area, 2 rec ltrs, essay, transcript
Blacks in Government Scholarship Coast Guard Headquarters Chapter March 31, 07 senior, 2.0+ GPA, , collegebound, 2 recs ltrs, 500 word essay, reside in DC metro area
MCPS Educational Foundation Scholarships April 1, 08 senior, >=2.0 GPA, fin need, strong academic potential, will attend MC (preferred), but other MD collegebound students can apply; $500-$3,000/yr, renewable schlrp; must reside in legis district 15, 18 or 20 to be eligible.  Appl in Career Ctr.
Cong. Black Caucus Foundation/Walmart Strive for Excellence Scholarship April 1, 08 HS seniors living in Congressman Wynn's district; min GPA 2.5, leadership &  comm. svc very important; will attend college full time, 2 rec ltrs, resume, personal essay; min $1,000

Omega Psi Phi Rudolph Snowden Scholarship

April 1, 08

Montg. Cty H.S. grad; 3.0+GPA, leadership, preference to black males attending HBCU, acceptance to any 4-yr college, essay, $1,000-5,000

Youth Entrepreneur of the Year (Junior Achievement) April 1, 08 Gr. 9-12, runs own business; award amt=$1000, attend awards banquet-Ernst & Young; shadow a professional in field of interest

Armed Forces Communications Electronics Association Scholarship 

April 1, 08

senior who will study Engineering, Comp Sci, Math, Physics, Chemistry or Management Info Systems in 4 yr college, U.S. citizen or perm resident, resides in DC metro area

Scholarship Award in Vision & Medicine (SAVM) April 1, 08 min GPA 3.0, senior, min SAT score 1500 or ACT 21; essay, interest in pursuing opthalmology, special consideration for minorities & economically disadvantaged
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (Cong. Wynn's district) April 1, 08 HS senior or college student, min GPA 2.5, leadership, comm svc, reside or attend school in a district represented by a Cong. Black Caucus Foundtn (Cong Wynn, Dst 4)
WJZ-TV Jerry Turner Broadcast Schlrp (BCF) April 1, 08 H.S. seniors in Md. public school seeking 4 yr degree in journalism or broadcasting; min GPA 3.0, essay

Christa McAuliffe Scholarship (BCF) Common Application

April 1, 08

H.S. seniors & college students who study to be teachers in MD, min GPA 3.0, essay, financial need considered, must teach in MD

Al Sanders Foundation for Music Studies Schlrp (BCF) April 1, 08 H.S. seniors in Md. public school seeking 4 yr degree in music; min GPA 3.0, essay

STAR Montgomery Scholarship

April 2, 08

Gr. 9-11, Afr Amer, >=2.8 GPA or significant acad. improvement over previous three mkg periods,  comm svc, 3 recs, essay, appl. in Career Ctr

Jewish Social Service Agency

April 2, 08

Financial need rather than academic merit (except Gibson award); volunteerism, several scholarships - one application form

Sycamore Scholarship (engineering) April 2, 07 H.S. senior, female, min GPA 3.0; major in engineering or related field, full-time college; essay required

MC School of Art and Design Scholarship

Apr 3-5, 08

Juried competition; portfolio required; rec ltr, transcript, min GPA 2.3; info: 240-567-5807

Blacks in Government Oratorical Contest April 4, 08 Gr. 9-12, prepare speech 4-6 minutes long on "What is the Role of Today's Youth in Society's Battle Against Increasing School Violence?" Competition date:  5/14/08; 202-493-6762 or email: joanne.p.ward@uscg.mil.
Forbes Blair Award from Strawberry Festival (local) April 4, 07 H.S. student (any grade) with OUTSTANDING community service experience, essay required. Applications in Career Center.
Ida F. Haimovicz Visual Arts Award (Montg. County) April 5, 08 Montg Cty senior pursuing visual arts career, min GPA 2.5, portfolio, extracurriculars, goals statement, description of art; $3,000, Free appl prep wksp:  2/15/08, 301-565-3805

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Paul Robeson Scholarship

April 3, 08

African American males in Montg. Cty., well-rounded student (3.0), comm.svc, 2 rec ltrs, transcript, essay.  301-430-5119 or 301-792-58133

MCT Credit Union/Bill Teel Memorial Scholarship April 4, 08 senior must have acct at MCT Credit Union, application, transcript & essay required (4- $1,500 awards); appl. in Career Ctr
Maryland Association of Elementary Principals (Kenneth Mann) April 9, 08 senior who will attend MD college, major in elem educ, $1,000

AHEPA Awards

April 10, 06

AHEPA or Greek Orthodox Church affiliation, senior, 3.0+GPA, SAT scores, extracurricular / athletic participation

AFCEA - DC chapter April 10, 08 senior, U.S. citiz, live in DC metro area, accepted to 4yr college majoring in: engr, comp sci, math, physics, chem, or info systems, SAT/ACT scores, some fin need, 2 rec ltrs, $6,000
VSA arts Playwright Discovery April 11, 08 Gr 6-12 write a new one-act play on disability, will produce at JFK Ctr for Perf Arts, $2,000 award, guidelines & appls online
Datatrac Folsom Scholarship April 13, 07 DC metro area senior attending 2 yr college or trade school, transcript, 2 recs, essay, financial need, amt= $5,000; student selected based on potential for success

Cookerly  Scholarship for Aspiring Educators - MCPS

April 14, 08

senior, >=3.0 GPA, will attend college in Fall to major in education (K-12), fin. need, academic merit, essay, rec ltr, transcript

Keter Betts Memorial Jazz Music Scholarship April 14, 08 senior from MCPS or PG county public schools, GPA >=3.0, Jazz musician, CD with submissions required, fin. need, $2,000

Joseph Fox Memorial Scholarship for Education

April 15, 08

Maryland H.S. senior, min GPA 3.2, major in education, comm svc, pursue teaching career, $1,000, Appl in Career Ctr

Lavinia Engle Scholarship

April 15, 08

Female seniors  living in Montgomery Cty, will attend MD college, fin. need; appl. in Career Center

PMI Scholarship

April 15, 08

2.75 GPA, $1000, H.S. seniors in Montg Cty, must take quiz; career in project management

Student-View Scholarship April 15, 06 collegebound seniors; complete survey; $8000 worth of scholarships, 724-612-3685

Izaak Walton League Scholarship

April 15, 06

Montg Cty resident, study conservation or environmental studies

Women's Board of Montgomery General  Hospital

April 15, 08

seniors interested in nursing or allied health field; financial need; renewable scholarship (4 yrs); fin need; academic achievement; Appls in Career Ctr.

Education is Freedom Scholarship

Apr 15, 08

senior, GPA-3.0-3.5, 2 or 4 yr collegebound, extracurricular activities, leadership, employment, financial need ($2,000/yr renewable) online appl.

Asian American Education Association (MCPS)

April 16, 08

senior, Asian or Pacific Islander attending MCPS high school, education majors only, 2 rec ltrs, $1,000, applications in Career Center

Schiffman Technology Scholarship (MCPS students only)

April 17, 08

senior, min GPA 3.0, tech-related college major (engr, IT, comp sci, media/film, etc), financial need, leadership & extracurricular activities, SAT/ACT scores, $5,000; 301-279-366; Appl in Blake Career Ctr.

Distinguished Hispanic Scholar

April 18, 08

senior, 3.5 GPA, one nominee per school, Hispanic

MC School of Art & Design Scholarship Apr 19, 20, 21, 2007, 4-6 pm senior, 10-15 works of art in portfolio, admissions application, transcript, rec. ltr. from art teacher delivered to college before deadline), min GPA 2.3, $1,000-$1,500

Theta Omega Omega Charities --   Ivy Vine Charities

April 21, 08

Afr Amer senior w/ 3.0+ GPA, participation in school and community activities, transcript, SAT scores, essay, 2 recs, appl  in Career Ctr

Epilepsy Foundation Ira Rosenzwog Scholarship April 20, 08 seniors w/epilepsy in MD, fin. need considered; essay required

Fashion Group International

April 19, 08

For study in fashion or fashion - related fields, transcript, portfolio, rec ltrs

Alpha Wives of Montgomery County

April 22

Must attend an Historically Black College

Junior League of Baltimore April 24, 07 female senior in greater Baltimore metro area with outstanding community svc., must be nominated by H.S. 

Federal Water Quality Association

April 25

Study of environmental sciences

MD Vietnamese Mutual Assn April 25, 08 collegebound Vietnamese senior in DC metro area, fin need, min GPA 3.3, 2 rec ltrs $1,000; 301-588-6862

Olney Chamber of Commerce

April 25, 08

Live in greater Olney area (incldg Blake H.S. seniors), academics, character, comm. svc,  need, to attend 2 yr/4 yr/vocational institution

Susana de Moya Foundation Awards April 25, 08 Gr. 6-11, Dominican student; academic merit, comm.svc, interview, essays, rec. ltrs (online application)

Legacy of Life Scholarship

April 27, 08

Essay: Persuasive argument about Organ & Tissue Donation, H.S. seniors

Assoc. for Federal Information Resources Mgmt (AFFIRM) April 28, 06 senior applying to 2 or 4 yr college full-time to major in computer technology, information mgmt, software engineering. library science, telecommunications; min GPA 3.0, fin. need

Coalition of Black Police Officers

April 30, 07

Minority students, min GPA 2.5, community service, essay; appl in Career Ctr

Blacks in Government (College Park Chapter) April 30, 07 Afr. Amer. senior, min GPA 2.5, will attend 4 yr college in Fall, resident of DC metro area, two rec ltrs, transcript, essay; appl in Career Ctr
Delta Kappa Gamma (education scholarship) April 30, 06 senior pursuing career in education (one from Montg Cty) $500/yr for 4 years with successful progress

Laurel Fund for Performing Arts

April 30

Tuition to study in the arts at school or with private teacher, in exchange for performing

MC Academic Specialty Board of Trustees Scholarship April 30, 08 senior, min GPA 3.0, (not SAT scores) full-time tuition & fees  to MC for 1 yr (renewable;  if 3.4+ GPA), academic achievement (not need based)
America Library of Poetry Contest April 30, 07 one poem (typed); topics: pride in America, friendship, feelings, nature, dreams, aspirations, etc. ; apply online; $500 savings bond
Tzu Chi Foundation April 30, 08 senior, min GPA 3.0, fin need, academics, comm. svc & college acceptance, 2 rec lts, fin need essay; appl online.  301-838-8990
National Hook-up of Black Women (Southern MD Chapter) April 30, 08 senior, resident of DC metro area, min GPA 2.0, comm svc & extracurricular activities, transcript, essay, resume, 2 re ltrs, SAT/ACT, college acceptance ltr(s)
Blake H.S. PTSA Scholarship May 1, 08 senior who pursue career in education or in any  public service career, min GPA 2.5, $1,000, essay required, 2 recs, significant comm. svc.

Rona Kramer District 14 Scholarship

May 1, 08

Legislative District 14, academic potential, financial need, 301 858-3625 or notify Mrs. Moore in Career Center

Carver H.S. Scholarship May 1, 08 min GPA 2.5, 2 recommendation ltrs, transcript, must be related by blood to a former student of Lincoln/Carver H.S.; acceptance to accredited college
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity May 2, 08 Afr. Amer collegebound male senior in Montg Cty, min GPA 2.5; will attend 4 yr college, fin need, comm svc, extracurricular activities
M.L.King Commemorative Schlrp May 2, 08 senior, U.S. citz, min GPA 2.0, will attend college, fin need, acad. potential
Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship (for MD graduating seniors only) May 2, 08 Top 5 students based on WGPA are nominated by the Maryland high school; max award $1,500/yr/4yrs to be used for full-time college in Fall

Knights of Columbus Scholarship

May 5, 06

reside within boundaries of  St. Patrick's or St. Peter's parishes in Olney(Catholics & non-Catholics), academic merit, fin. need, personal qualifications

Richard Gregory Freeland II Scholarship May 5, 08 Afr. Amer senior majoring in comp.sci, engineering, telecomm, business mgmt or other technology-related career; min GPA 2.5; resides in DC metro area

Omega Psi Phi Charles Young Scholarship

May 6, 08

senior (minority males pref), DC metro resident, academic excellence, fin need, essay is very important, recommendation,  $30,000 awarded to worthy collegebound students

Bill Brubaker Scholarship for Engineering

May 13, 06

senior who will attend engineering univ in MD , U.S. citizen, based on academics, SAT/ACT, activities, awards, essay

Tylenol Scholarship

May 15, 08

online application from Feb 1 - May 15, click on "news & offers"

Society of Women Engineers

May 15, 08

Women studying engineering, 3.0+ GPA, U.S. citizen

The Aubrey "Sonny" Dorsey scholarship May 15, 08 H.S. senior residing in Montg Cty, accepted to college or voc school in Fall; min GPA 2.5, comm svc, leadership, essay, 2 recs, transcript. Appl in Career Center
Keppra Family EPILEPSY Scholarship

May 15, 06

citizen or perm res. w/epilepsy or caregiver of epilepsy patient seeking undergrad or graduate degree, academic achievement, extracurricular activities; 1-888-275-7928

Montgomery College Academic Potential Scholarship May 15, 08 senior, WGPA >=3.0; each H.S. nominates one graduating senior who will attend MC with excellent academic potential, U.S. citizenship & SAT scores are not required

DeVry University Community Scholarship

May 15

2.7 GPA, nomination required

Texas Instruments Marcia Page Scholarship May 15, 07 Afr Amer female, min GPA 3.0, leadership, comm svc; major in math, engineering or technology; will attend 4-yr college full time; essay reqd.
Educational Communications Scholarship Foundation May 15, 07 senior, legal resident, demonstrated academic ability & SAT scores required; applicants considered for 61 different scholarships for a fee of $4
U.S. Hispanic Youth Entrepreneur Education (USHYEE) May 16, 08 Hispanic senior, GPA >=2.75, who will pursue major in STEM field in college full time, $5,000 over 4 yrs
Barbara Ash Scholarship Fund May 19, 08 graduating senior who will attend MD community college, min GPA 2.7; fin need, leadership in comm svc activities, 2 rec ltrs; $1,000 award (410-280-1102)
Blacks in Government NOAA May 19, 08 3 Afr Amer seniors nominated by H.S. who will attend college to study engineering, math, bio, comp sci, medicine, law, comm, or bus mgmt; GPA >=3.0, leadership, comm svc, talents, awards, extracurricular activities, $1,000
WV State Univ Vincent Reed Schlrp May 30, 06 Afr. Amer. senior who attends WVSU, min GPA 2.5 + acceptable SAT/ACT scores, $3,000 from Alumni Assn; 703-751-3385
Nordstrum Scholarship May 31, 08 juniors, min unw GPA>=2.7, significant comm svc & school activities; fin need, reside in DC metro area; 703-761-3406 or jerzy.romanowski@nordstrom.com
Dr. Tony Minus Scholarship June 1, 06 DC metro area; accepted 4-yr college; Afr. Amer., church involved; min 100 hrs. comm svc; min GPA 3.0; essay
Smart Innovative Solutions Schlrp June 8, 07 min. GPA 3.0, resides in DC metro area, major: computer sci, info mgmt, or other IT field; 3 recs, essay, 2-4 yr college acceptance, interview reqd.
MC Foundation Scholarship June 13, 08 senior will attend MC (min. 6 cr hrs), preferably >=3.0 GPA and fin need, ideally citizen or perm resident, essay.  Must complete FAFSA. Appls in Career Ctr. 240-567-5100
AFCEA-Bethesda Chapter (engineering/computer sci) June 15, 08 senior, will major in engineering or comp science at Montgomery College full time; U.S. citizen, fin need, Montgomery County resident; graduate of MCPS; min GPA 3.0; 240-567-4021; acquire application for MC Foundation Scholarship in Career Ctr or online.
Regina Williams Memorial Education Scholarship June 16, 07 senior who will study education in college, church affiliation, comm. svc, fin need, 2 rec ltrs, essay (appl in Career Center)

Cliff and Camille Kendall Scholarship

June 20, 08

Montgomery College, 3.0+GPA, financial need,  must attend yr 3 & 4 at Universities at Shady Grove

Big Sun Scholarship (athletic award) June 20, 08 H.S. seniors who are athletes, regardless of sport; essay required; $500
Abbott & Fenner Scholarship/Essay Contest June 20, 08 Gr 11-12, age 16-30, essay contest
Washington Post Music & Dance Scholarships June 22, 07 rising seniors, dance performance, $2,000, transcript, essay, DVD, photo
MD State Nursing Scholarship June 30, 06 must attend 2 or 4 yr MD college nursing program, cum.GPA>= 3.0, FAFSA filed by 3/1/06, max award-$3,000/yr, renewable up to $12,000 (service obligation)
Del. Roger Manno Scholarship Fund (for developmental disorders/special needs students) June 30, 08 senior who will attend college or trade school in MD with dev. disabilities, resident of Dst. 19 (exceptions made for out-of-state college if "unique major that is not offered in MD

Dave Ward Memorial Scholarship - Monumental Rifle & Pistol Club

July 1, 07

Gr. 11-12, Essay: What citizenship means to me, $1,000

Herb Block Scholarship

July 7, 07 or Nov 10, 07

100 awards for community colleges (MC, PGCC, NOVA & UDC), need based; up to $5,000/yr; A, B & C level students w/ comm svc, leadership, rec ltrs, work exp, etc.

Telemundo-NBC4 Hispanic Heritage Essay Contest July 27, 08 gr 9-12 legal Hispanic residents of DC, MD,VA metro area; Essay: Being Latino in the US is the best of both worlds.
Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund  (HBCUs) varies 2,000 schlrps awarded/yr to seniors attending 47 mbr HBCUs; must be accepted at  participating college; contact schlrp coord at HBCU.
North Carolina Wesleyan College Valedictorian scholarship rolling admissions H.S. Valedictorian full tuition scholarship package; application fee waiver in career center, 252-985-5200

DeVry University Scholarships

Varies

Presidential, Dean, and Community Scholar Awards

Partnership in Patriotism writing contest (Americraft) Nov 1, 09 H.S. essay contest; 25 $1,000 awards; 2 national winners get $5,000 each; must be US citz; transcript reqd., partnership@americraftcookware.com

The Laurel Fund for Performing Arts

N/A

Talent based, fin. need, audition, community performance required (301) 215-7762

Veterans of Foreign Wars Scholarship

N/A

Several scholarship programs for high school students

Bowling Green State University (non-Ohio residents) Success Scholarship

N/A

min. 3.0 GPA unweighted, SAT min>=1000 or ACT min>=21, must attend BGSU full time; renewable if 3.0 maintained.

College Prowler monthly essay contest

every month

H.S. seniors submit their college application essay; a new winner chosen every month; $1,000 & 10 free CP guidebooks

Scholarships.com Essay Contest

N/A

H.S. seniors - $10,000 essay contest; visit www.scholarships.com & enter

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