WHS Scholarship Opportunities
2022-2023
The Community Foundation of Abilene
The Foundation provides many scholarship opportunities for seniors. In order to apply, create an account, complete the eligibility quiz, and submit. A confirmation page will list scholarships recommended for the student.
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HEB Scholarship Program for Community Service
Eligibility: 3.3 GPA, student participates in UIL competitions (Academics, Athletics, Music) and community service
$2000
Deadline: February 3, 2023
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McDonald's HACER Scholarship
Eligibility: 3.0, must have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage
Deadline: February 6, 2023
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Foundation for Rural Service Scholarship
Eligibility: Students who qualify for the Taylor Telecom Scholarship also qualify for the Foundation for Rural Service Scholarship. (Parent with whom the student lives has active service with Taylor Telecom)
Deadline: February 8, 2023
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Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Eligibility: Student must be of Hispanic heritage; a U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA; 3.0 or higher GPA; plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit four-year university for the 2023-2024 school year; must submit FAFSA
Deadline: February 15, 2023
Create a profile and apply here
Gordon A Rich Memorial Foundation
Eligibility: 3.5 GPA, top 20% of class, parent must be a full time employee in financial services industry (banks, security brokerage firm, insurance co., asset management co., credit card co., finance co.), financial need
Renewable through college
Deadline: February 16, 2023
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For JUNIORS: Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation Scholarship
Eligibility: HIGH SCHOOL JUNIOR who plans to enroll in college in the fall of 2024 and is an American citizen or legal permanent resident
This scholarship is a full ride, four year merit scholarship.
Deadline: February 23, 2023
A complete description of the scholarship's criteria is available here.
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Texas Elks State Association Four Year Scholarship
Eligibility: US citizen and Texas resident
Scholarship is $1250 per year for four years ($5000 total)
Deadline: February 25, 2023
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Fort Worth Scottish Rites Scholarship
Eligibility: Application packages are reviewed and graded based upon the scholastic, extracurricular, community efforts and dedication of the applicant.
$1500
Deadline: February 28, 2023
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Texas Farm Bureau TSTC Scholarship
Eligibility: student's parents must be members of the Texas Farm Bureau in good standing; student must be going to attend TSTC.
$1000
Deadline: March 1, 2023
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Texas Elks State Association Essay Contest
Eligibility: citizen of the United States and resident of Texas
Prizes: 1st place: $1000; 2nd place: $800; 3rd place: $500
Essay topic: What is your American dream? Essay must be between 1000-1500 words
Deadline: March 10, 2023
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Texas Elks State Association Eagle Scout Scholarship
Eligibility: seniors who have earned the Eagle Scout Award
$2500
Deadline: March 10, 2023
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Texas Elks State Association Vocational Grant
Eligibility: seniors planning to pursue a vocational/technical course (2-year course) in Texas after high school
Deadline: March 10, 2023
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Texas Elks State Association Teenager of the Year Award
Eligibility: US citizen and Texas resident
Scholarships range from $1000 to $2500
Deadline: March 10, 2023
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Texas Elks State Association Girl Scout Gold Award Scholarship
Eligibility: seniors who have earned the Girl Scout Gold Award
$2500
Deadline: March 10, 2023
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Beyond the Boroughs Scholarship
Eligibility: 2.5 GPA, low income, involvement in extracurriculars or employment
Deadline: March 15, 2023
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For JUNIORS: Horatio Alger Association Scholarship
Eligibility: JUNIORS with 2.0 GPA who have exhibited determination, integrity, and perseverance and family income less than $55,000.
Deadline: March 15, 2023
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Charles Butt Scholarship
Eligibility: student must be committed to pursuing a career in education
Up to $8000 - $10,000 per year for four years
Deadlines are set by each college - see here for more information.
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Windmill Scholarship
Eligibility: student must be a US citizen or permanent resident, and a Texas resident. GPA: 2.5 or higher, and intending to pursue a bachelor's degree
This is a RENEWABLE scholarship that can be used throughout college if student maintains requirements.
Priority deadline: March 15, 2023
Final deadline: May 31, 2023
Apply here
Dyess Spouses' Club Scholarship
Eligibility: Student must be a current dependent of an active duty, retired, or deceased military member assigned to Dyess AFB or residing in the Dyess AFB area; student must be seeking an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited four-year college or university, or a two-year community college, or a vocational program in the summer of fall of 2023; student must not have received a prior scholarship from DSC; student may not be receiving scholarships in excess of the cost of tuition, room and board, books, and fees
Deadline: March 15, 2023
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Taylor Telecom Scholarship
Eligibility: Parent or legal guardian has active service with Taylor Telecom both at the time of the application and throughout the scholarship award period. High school senior must reside with said parent or legal guardian within Taylor Telecom's service area.
Deadline: All applications must be received at the Taylor Telecom office by the end of business on April 3, 2023.
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Daughters of American Agriculture Scholarship
Eligibility: student must be the daughter or close relative of a rancher/farmer and intend to pursue an Ag-related major in college.
$1000
Deadline: June 1, 2023
Apply here
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