Panther Pride
Senior Newsletter Issue 1
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Transcripts
- Log-in to Naviance
- Add the colleges you are applying to
- Check the box "request a transcript"
Matching Your Common App
College Visit Procedures
Scholarships
The AXA Achievement Scholarship offers college scholarships of $10,000 and $25,000 to high school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their activities in school, the community or the workplace. The scholarship is sponsored by the AXA Foundation, the philanthropic arm of AXA US. The 2016 program will be accepting applications from September 10, 2015 until 10,000 applications are submitted or 11:59 p.m. CST on December 15, 2015, whichever comes first. Your application MUST be one of the first 10,000 submitted electronically by the deadline date. Apply early!
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation offers scholarships to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend the nation’s best 4-year colleges and universities. Students selected as Jack Kent Cooke Scholars may receive up to $40,000 per year for four years. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale, SAT of at least 1200 or ACT of at least 26 and demonstrated financial need (family income up to $95,000.) Apply at www.JKCF.org/scholarships. The deadline to apply is Nov. 1, 2015.
Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship (Marine Option): This scholarship is valued at more than $125,000 and is accepted at more than 68 colleges. The minimum SAT requirement is 1000 (verbal and math) and 22 ACT. Other requirements are good health and eyesight correctable at 20/20. Upon graduation from college, you will be commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the US Marine Corps. For more information, log onto www.nrotc.navy.mil
If you are interested in applying for a Navy ROTC Scholarship, you must be in the top 10% of the class. You do NOT have to be in JROTC. Contact your local Navy Recruiter.
Air Force ROTC Scholarships are offered at Clemson. Visit www.afrotc.com for more information or contact Col. Lance Young at Clemson University at 864-656-3254.
The SAE Engineering Scholarships are for students planning to major in engineering. Visit http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/hsseniors.htm to apply for these scholarships. The deadline to apply is January 15, 2016.
AES Engineering Scholarships of $500 are offered based on an essay. Visit www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm for more information. The deadline to submit essays is October 7, 2015.
SallieMae sponsors a free monthly drawing for a $1000 scholarship each month of the school year. Apply online at https://www.salliemae.com/plan-for-college/scholarships . You can also follow them on Facebook.
Discovercolleges.com is offering a $2000 private college scholarship drawing just for viewing their website which is a free college scholarship search.
ChristianConnector.com is offering a $2500 scholarship drawing just for viewing their website which is a free resource that allows students to search for different types of scholarships.
Spartanburg Methodist College’s SMC Scholar Program offers high school seniors with a 3.0 GPA a full tuition package for the 2016-2017 academic year. In addition, students may qualify for “Early Decision Scholarships” that range from $500 to $1500 depending on when students pay their reservation deposit for the upcoming year. Visit www.smcsc.ed for more information.
The Horatio Alger Association provides 106 $22,000 scholarships for students who have financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required) and who have a GPA of at least 2.0. Applicants should also be involved in co-curricular and community service activities. Apply online at www.horatioalger.com/scholarships. The deadline to apply is October 25, 2015.
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors each year. 150 $20,000 scholarships will be awarded. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, and their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). Apply at http://www.coca- colascholarsfoundation.org/ The deadline to apply is Oct. 31, 2015.
The South Carolina Teaching Fellows Program was created to recruit talented high school seniors into the teaching profession. High school seniors who are legal South Carolina residents may apply. Selection is based on academic achievement, community and school involvement, references, interview, and writing assessment. Teaching Fellows participate in advanced enrichment programs in Teaching Fellows Institutions, professional development opportunities during summer months, involvement with communities and businesses throughout the state and receive up to $6000 in yearly scholarships for four years (up to a total of $24,000) while they complete a degree leading to teacher certification. A Fellow agrees to teach in South Carolina one year for every year he/she received the Fellowship. Students must attend one of these institutions: Anderson University, Charleston Southern University, Coastal Carolina, College of Charleston, Columbia College, Francis Marion University, Lander, Newberry, USC-Aiken, USC-Columbia, USC-Upstate or Winthrop. This award may be combined with either Palmetto Fellows or LIFE Scholarships. Apply online at www.cerra.org. The online application will open on Sept. 1 and the deadline is December 1, 2015 11:45 pm. All letters of recommendation and transcripts must be received by 5:00 pm Dec. 7, 2015.
The Gates Millennium Scholarship sponsors 1000 students who will be named Gates Millennium Scholars. The eligibility criteria is: 1) African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, or Hispanic American 2) citizen/legal permanent resident of the U.S. 3) GPA of at least 3.3 on a 4.0 scale 4) will be enrolling at a U.S. accredited college or university for the first time in the Fall after their senior year 5) have demonstrated leadership abilities 6) meet the Federal Pell Grant eligibility status as determined by FAFSA 7) Submit all 3 required forms Apply online at www.gmsp.org. The deadline to apply is January 13, 2016.
The Prudential Spirit of Community Award is based on academics and community service. Two state winners will win $1,000 scholarships and a trip to Washington, D.C. The national winner will receive a $5,000 scholarship. Access a nomination form at http://spirit.prudential.com. Complete the form and email to your counselor to certify. The deadline to complete the application is November 3, 2015. Your certifier will then have until Nov. 10 to review and submit your application.
The SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes will open for all seniors beginning September 16. High school seniors can win a $1,000 scholarship for first year expenses at an accredited college or private career school. One winner will be chosen every two weeks from October through May. Students can begin registering September 14 and the first drawing will be held in October. It's FREE to enter and eligibility is not based on GPA or financial need. Each $1,000 scholarship check will be payable to the winner's school of attendance. Only one entry per person for each drawing; however, you can register after each drawing for the next one. Apply online at www.offtocollege.info.
The Wendys High School Heisman competition is now open to all seniors who have at least a ‘B’ average and participate in high school athletics. Apply online at www.wendysheisman.com. List your counselor as your reviewer. You will need a copy of your transcript to refer to when you apply. Each high school will have a male and female winner and each will then compete at the state and potentially national level. The deadline to apply is 6 pm October 2, 2015.
Pelion High School
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