MT. ABRAHAM UNION HIGH SCHOOL

School Counseling Program

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
(Updated 04/20/2012)

ATTENTION SENIORS AND PARENTS!! The VSAC Scholarship booklet is now available in the guidance office. This publication lists scholarships available to Vermont students. There are many awards with varying deadlines. Please take a moment to stop in and pick up a copy. Other scholarship opportunities which we have been made aware of are listed below. The local scholarship application packet will be available in early April.

NOTE: New scholarship listings are noted. All scholarships are listed in order of deadline date from none noted to most distant. Scholarships will remain on the list once deadlines have passed.

-Coca Cola Scholars Program: The Coca Cola Scholars Foundation is awarding $3 million dollars in scholarships to high school seniors who demonstrate leadership, commitment to community, and academic achievement. For eligibility requirements and application information, visit their website at www.coca-colascholars.org Click Apply On-line then Four year or call 1-800-306-2653

-Elks National Foundation Scholarships: The Elks offer several scholarships for high school seniors. Visit www.elks.org/enf/scholars for details of their programs. Deadlines vary by program.

-SADD, Inc. (Students against Destructive Decisions) is proud to make available up to four scholarships, each in the amount of $500, to students enrolled or committed to enroll full-time in an accredited 2-year or 4-year college and who demonstrate a commitment to SADD’s mission. The scholarships will be awarded on merit and may be paid either to the school or directly to the applicant.  Go to www.sadd.org for more information about this opportunity.

-Give US Your Poor College Scholarship for Homeless and At-Risk Students: Give US Your Poor is proud to partner with the Horatio Alger Association in offering college scholarships to homeless, formerly homeless, and at-risk students. The Horatio Alger Association provides approximately 1,000 scholarships each year to eligible students who have overcome adversity in their lives. For more information on this scholarship, please visit http://www.giveusyourpoor.org/partners/horatio-alger-association.php

-Vermont Grocer's Association Scholarship Program: Available to all Vermont Grocer's Retail and Associate members who have student employees or employees having a child attending college for the first time in 2012. For information call 800-842-8503, FAX 802-839-1927, or email request to donna@vtgrocers.org or daisy@vtgrocers.org No published deadline.

-NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award: Qualified candidates must be operating a small business and be a graduating senior. Visit www.NFIB.com/YEA for more information.

-EXPIRED Horatio Alger Association Scholarship: (Deadline October 30, 2011) This scholarship program provides financial assistance to students throughout the nation who have financial need and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity. Online application can be found at www.horatioalger.com/scholarships

-EXPIRED Prudential Spirit of Community Awards: (Deadline November 1, 2011) If you have made a difference through volunteering in your community in the past year, you could win $1000.00 and a trip to Washington DC next spring. View the online application form at www.nassp.org/spirit

-EXPIRED The Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (Deadline November 5, 2011) is pleased to announce it's fourth annual "Freedom in Academia" student essay contest. Students could win up to $5000 in college scholarship money. To enter visit www.thefire.org/contests

-EXPIRED Sustainable Agriculture Scholarships: (Deadline December 15, 2011) Annie's Sustainable Agriculture Scholarship Program is open to full time undergraduate and graduate students beginning or returning to an accredited 2 or 4 year college program, or graduate school in the U.S. for the 2012/2013 school year. Students must be focusing on classes in sustainable agriculture. International students may apply as long as they are studying at a U.S. school. Annie's accepts applications postmarked between September 1, 2011 and December 15, 2011. If you are chosen to receive an award, you will be notified by April 15, 2012, and funds will be dispersed directly to your school on or around July 15, 2012 http://www.annies.com/doing-good#Sustainable-Agriculture-Scholarships

-EXPIRED BK Scholars: (Deadline January 10, 2012) High seniors, Burger King employees, and children of Burger King employees are eligible to apply. Visit http://haveityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_scholarship_eligibility.html

-EXPIRED Hood Sportsmanship Scholarship: (Deadline February 1, 2012) Presented by Hood Milk, the Hood Sportsmanship Scholarship will award three $5000 scholarships to students in each of the New England states. Criteria include status as a high school senior, participation in a varsity sport, plan on attending a two or four year accredited college, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and performed volunteer work in the community. Visit www.hood.com or call (207) 772 3119.

-EXPIRED Vermont NEA Maida Townsend Scholarship: (Deadline February 1, 2012) Awarded to sons and daughters of Vermont NEA members. Available to high school seniors as well as undergraduate and graduate college students. Awards based on merit, not financial need. Payment made directly to student. Visit http://www.vtnea.org/your_union/member_center/maida_townsend_scholarships.aspx for more information.

-EXPIRED KFC Colonel's Scholars Program: (Deadline February 8, 2012) Students with financial need and an entrepreneurial spirit are encouraged to apply for up to $20,000 for tuition, fees, books, room and board. Visit www.kfcscholars.org or call 1-866-KFC-7240 for details.

-EXPIRED Best Buy Scholarship program: (Deadline February 15, 2012) Students in grades 9-12 with solid grades plus community service or work experience may apply online at www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com

-EXPIRED Knights of Columbus Scholastic Achievement Awards: (Deadline February 15, 2012) For relatives of members of the Knights of Columbus. Paper applications available in the Guidance office. Please make a copy!

-EXPIREDNew England Federal Credit Union Nursing Scholarships: (Deadline February 29, 2012) For members of NEFCU applying to, or enrolled in, an accredited undergraduate or graduate nursing program. applications and information available at http://www.nefcu.com/about_nefcu/scholarships.html

-EXPIREDAsthma and Allergy Foundation of America Scholarship Competition: (Deadline February 29, 2012) Eligible students who live in the New England states who have dealt with Asthma and allergies and are planning to go to college may compete for an award. Go to the following website for applications and information. http://www.asthmaandallergies.org/2012%20Scholarship%20FORM%20PDF.pdf

-EXPIREDPrice Chopper Golub Foundation Scholarships: (Deadline March 15, 2012) Eight scholarships available to graduating high school seniors in the Price chopper marketing area. Visit http://www2.pricechopper.com/scholarships/ for information and applications or contact the program by phone at 1-877-877-0870.

-EXPIREDAlice Agney Scholarship for Leadership and Service: (Deadline March 23, 2012) A $1000.00 scholarship to a graduating senior who is selected based on the student's leadership and service to community, academic achievement, and initiative in overcoming a specific challenge. Paper applications are available in the guidance office.

-EXPIREDSt. Albans Cooperative Creamery Scholarship: (Deadline March 30, 2012) One $500.00 scholarship to a member of a St. Albans Co-op farm family or a St. Albans Co-op farm member employee. Paper applications are available in the guidance office. Call Tom Gates at 800-559-0343 for more information.

-EXPIREDUniversity Mall Scholarship of Excellence: (Deadline March 30, 2012) Each year University Mall awards $25,000 to five area high school seniors. Each student receives $5,000 toward their first year of college. University Mall’s Scholarship of Excellence is designed to be awarded to students who embody excellence in academics, leadership, and community service.  To download an application, visit http://www.umallvt.com/info/programs  Applications may be mailed to:  University Mall, Scholarship Committee, 155 Dorset Street, So. Burlington, VT  05403. 

-EXPIREDAddison County Firefighters Association Scholarship: (Deadline April 1, 2012) For students in Addison County planning on attending college. Applicants must either plan on a career in the fire service, fire protection or prevention, or be the son or daughter of an ACFA firefighter who has at least five years of service or became disabled or died in the line of duty. Applications available in the guidance office.

-EXPIREDAmerican Legion Scholarships Program: (Deadline April 1, 2012) The American Legion offers several scholarship programs including the Charles Barber Scholarship, the Ray Greenwood Scholarship, and the Oratorical Contest. Applications and information can be found at the Vermont Legion Website.

-EXPIREDVermont Federal Crdit Union Scholarship: (Deadline April 6, 2012) four $2,000.00 scholarships will be awarded to students that are Vermont Federal Credit Union members. Applications and details may be found at http://www.vermontfederal.org/home/about/scholarships Click on the Youth tab and follow the scholarship link.

-EXPIREDSons of the American Legion Dennis Comai Scholarship: (Deadline April 15, 2012) For students who are applying to attend a trade or technical school and who have a relative who is a member of the American Legion Family. Paper applications available in the guidance office

-EXPIREDBuster Brush Memorial Scholarship: (Deadline April 16, 2012) A $1000.00 scholarship in memory of the late Buster Brush. Students should demonstrate compassion, a strong work ethic, school spirit, leadership, community service and a desire to challenge ones self. Visit www.brushscholarship.org for more information and to apply.

-EXPIREDVermont Golf Association Scholarship: (Deadline April 20, 2012) Information available online at http://vtga.org/scholarshipapp.htm

-CURRENTGreen Mountain Athletic Association Scholarship: (Deadline April 27, 2012) Requirements: Student has been accepted at an accredited two or four year college, has participated in cross country running and/or track events in grades 11 and 12, has maintained a B average in high school, and shows qualities of good citizenship and sportsmanship. Applications are available ONLY from the GMAA website www.gmaa.net Email completed application document as an attachment to: secretary@gmaa.net      

-CURRENTNew England Feceral Credit Union S.T.E.M Scholarship Program: (Deadline April 30, 2012) For NEFCU members who are pursuing a degree in the field of Science, Math and/or Technology. For details and to fill out an application visit https://www.nefcu.com/media/doc/975_STEM_Scholar_App0212.pdf

-CURRENT Scholarship from Heritage Family Credit Union: (Deadline April 30, 2012) A total of four (4) scholarships of $1,000 each open to all seniors attending a High School in the Heritage Family Credit Union field of membership. Visit www.hfcuvt.com/ for an application and instructions.

-CURRENTWinona Smith Scholarship: (Deadline April 30, 2012) A Winona Smith Scholarship grant for $500.00 will be awarded to a male or female student in his or her senior year of high school who has demonstrated an interest in civic participation and community service, who has a need for financial aid, and, who is recommended by a teacher. Applications may be requested by e-mail to sgg7@comcast.net
or by calling 802.734.9709. Applications should be submitted by email or by regular mail no later than April 30, 2012. When sending an email, please note “scholarship” as the subject.

-CURRENT Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund: (Deadline May 1, 2012) Offering four year renewable scholarships to students with financial need from New England who display academic excellence, a demonstrated sense of service to those around them, good character, and a strong work ethic. Complete information can be found at www.phillips-scholarship.org

-CURRENT Addison County eagles Auxiliary Scholarship: (Deadline May 4, 2012) A $500.00 scholarship available to all students. Students who have parents belonging to the Eagles Aerie #3801 will be considered first. Applications are available in the guidance office or contact Helen Swenor, 97 Green St, Vergennes, VT 05491

-CURRENTAmy Bindleglass Memorial Scholarship: (Deadline May 4, 2012) An essay contest offering one $500 and one $200 scholarship for juniors or seniors. Essay topic deals with organ donation. More information can be found in the guidance office.

-CURRENT Lyric Theatre Company Scholarship: (Deadline May 4, 2012) A $1,000 scholarship to an area high school senior to help support their interest in pursuing an education in the performing arts. Paper applications available in the guidance office. Contact Syndi Zook for further information at 802-658-1484 or director@lyrictheatrevt.org

COLLEGE SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS:  
(Please look in the college information files in the guidance office for further information about these opportunities)

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