Senior Newsletter #10
December 11, 2017
Scholarship Tips
- Most scholarships are given by the college you apply to. That is why we encourage students to apply to colleges the fall of your senior year. Some scholarships are given just by the information that provided on your college application. Others require admission to the college and a separate application form.
- Other scholarships can be found on online scholarship searches. Go to the websites page on our college planning website for a list of good online searches.
- Scholarships that we receive information about are listed in order of due date on the list of scholarships page.
Students should have a folder were they keep scholarship application information, updated activities resume, personal essays, and recommendations. This will be very beneficial when you have many scholarship deadlines at the same time.
During the senior year, many national or state wide scholarships will come out. During the months of February - April, we see a lot of local scholarships. We strongly encourage students to apply to the local scholarships because you are not competing against as many other applicants.
Scholarship reminders are sent out through Remind (sign up by texting @2018nhs to 81010) a week before a scholarship is due!
Upcoming Events
College Club
8:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Help with anything... college applications, scholarships, financial aid, etc.
Cornell University Rep
during ELO
The Cornell student will be here to talk to students about top rated colleges and the advantages. Also about his experiences in the engineering program.
Winter Break!
Take some time to catch up on scholarship applications, personal essays, letters of recommendation, etc.
Nebraska Wesleyan University STEM Professions Scholarship Event
Thursday, January 11, 2018, 6-8:30 p.m.
Great Hall, Smith-Curtis Classroom Administration Building
At Nebraska Wesleyan, science, technology, engineering and math students get faster access to career-influencing experiences in research, internships and global study..
- Engage with successful STEM innovators.
- Network with NWU professors, students and alumni.
- Investigate how NWU academics prepare you to thrive in the STEM fields.
- Compete for a $28,000 NWU National Science Foundation STEM Scholarship ($7,000 x 4 years) or a $4,000 STEM Recognition Scholarship ($1,000 x 4 years).
- Enjoy appetizers.
To attend:
- Apply for admission to NWU.
- Submit the STEM application that includes a 500-word essay and two letters of recommendation.
- RSVP by December 15, 2017 by filling out the form below.
Marie Curie Scholarship
You could receive up to $20,000 toward your College of Saint Mary education each year while you live on campus and continue to meet program requirements. That is up to $80,000 for a four year degree! Marie Curie Scholars receive academic support from tutors, gain research opportunities, enjoy a community of bright, science and math minded women, and participate in seminars and student clubs.
In addition to financial support toward tuition, Marie Curie Scholars also have these great opportunities:
- Participate in undergraduate research with doctorate-level faculty in biology, chemistry and math.
- Funding for student travel to a national conference to present student research in the junior or senior year.
- Experience the Marie Curie Science and Math Boot Camp. Dust off science and math skills, and be at peak performance when classes begin.
- Enjoy the friendship and fun that goes with having a Marie Curie “Big Sister.” Returning Marie Curie Scholars help entering Scholars adjust to college-level science and math courses, and engage in the campus community.
- Free tutoring in advanced and upper-level science and math courses.
Eligibility Requirements
- If less than 12 credit hours of college coursework, a high school GPA of 3.5 or better (on a 4.0 scale) and an ACT composite score of 23 or higher, or a math+verbal SAT score of 1140 or higher.
- If 12 credit hours or more of college coursework, a college cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher with a cumulative GPA in science and math of 3.0 or higher.
- Apply and be accepted to College of Saint Mary by the Marie Curie application deadline.
- Major in biology, chemistry or mathematics.
Application is available at http://www.csm.edu/admissions/affordability/marie-curie-scholarships. Deadline to apply is December 15th.
AXA Achievement Scholarship
The AXA Achievementsm Scholarship provides over $1.4 million in scholarships to young people throughout the nation representing all 50 states, Washington DC and Puerto Rico. Students have the opportunity to receive a $2,500, $10,000 or $25,000 scholarship. In addition, for every student who wins a scholarship, a grant in the amount of $1,000 will be made to the winner’s school.
How to apply
Click the link to find out more and access the online scholarship application. Application is due December 15th.
Who is eligible?
Applicants to the AXA Achievementsm Scholarship must:
- Be United States citizens or legal residents living or claiming residency in one of the 50 united states, Washington, D.C. or Puerto Rico
- Be current high school seniors who plan to enroll full-time in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the United States for the entire 2018-2019 academic year
- Demonstrate ambition and self-drive as evidenced by outstanding achievement in school, community or work-related activities
- Because reducing risk is woven into the fabric of our company, special consideration is given to achievements that empower society to mitigate risk through education and/or action in areas such as financial, environmental, health, safety and/or emergency preparedness
Rove Pest Control Scholarship
Rove Pest Control in Minneapolis is pleased to offer The Rove Pest Control Scholarship application for 2017. This scholarship opportunity is open to high school students and graduates nationwide in the United States of America who have been accepted to a college or university. This award will be presented to a United States student for the following academic year in the amount of $500.00 and will be paid at the beginning of the fall semester (2018).
Although, this scholarship is open to anyone seeking a higher education, special consideration will be given to anyone pursuing a degree in entomology or a related field.
- Requirements
- The scholarship is judged primarily on academic achievement, but financial need may also be considered.
- The scholarship application must be submitted, in full, by December 31, 2017.
- Applications for the scholarship can be submitted by any high school senior or high school graduate nationwide in United States of America.
- Applicant must be accepted to a college and enrolled in courses full time.
- Special consideration will be given to those whom are pursuing entomology or a related field.
- A student aid report showing household income status will be required to be mailed in by finalists upon notification.
- Must have a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0. A transcript must be attached with counselor or school representative signature for application to be considered.
- This scholarship is a one-time award worth $500.
- Although not required, applicants are encouraged to submit recommendation letters and/or resumes to substantiate their application.
To apply go to http://www.rovepestcontrol.com/rove-pest-control-scholarship/
ACT Student Champion Award
Applications are open for the ACT Student Champion Award! The ACT Student Champion Award recognizes one student in each state who is tenacious and persistent, no matter the challenge, and is prepared for life after high school with a goal in mind and plan in place.
ACT Student Champions receive a $500 non-renewable scholarship, certificate, plaque, and state-level recognition.
Please encourage students in the graduating class of 2018 who have taken the ACT who fit the following criteria to apply:
- A student who has overcome challenges and can articulate education and career actions
- Students must have a composite ACT score of a 22 on a single test date or a 3.0 or greater on a 4.0 scale
- Preference will be given to underrepresented and/or first-generation college students.
Applications can be found at www.act.org/readinesschampions. Applications are due December 31, 2017, and champions will be notified on or before April 2, 2018. If applicants are under the age of 18, they must complete this form in addition to the application.
Free Speech Essay Contest
High school juniors and seniors for the 2017-2018 school year are eligible to participate in FIRE's essay contest. To enter, students must submit an essay between 800 and 1,000 words on the provided topic.
One $10,000 first prize, one $5,000 second prize, and three $1,000 runner-up prizes will be awarded for the best essays. Four $500 winners will be chosen from the remaining entrants in a drawing.
Go to TheFIRE.org/contest to submit your application by December 31st.
Northeast Nebraska Wild
The Northeast Nebraska Beards and Spurs Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation is excited to be able to offer this scholarship opportunity to your students.
Click here for more criteria and the application. Forward the required information to Gina Glaser, 205 West Sycamore Avenue, Norfolk, NE 68701 post marked no later than January 1, 2018.
Our Local Scholarship Winner will receive a minimum of $250 to $1,000.
The winner of each local Chapters scholarship goes on to the National scholarship competion to compete for a $10,000 scholarship.
If the winner is NOT a current NWTF member we will pay for their membership and their ticket & their parents to attend our local banquet February 3, 2018.
GE Reagan Foundation Scholarships
Honoring the legacy and character of our nation’s 40th President, the GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program rewards college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with financial assistance to pursue higher education.
Each year, the Program selects numerous recipients to receive a $10,000 scholarship renewable for up to an additional three years – up to $40,000 total per recipient. Awards are for undergraduate study and may be used for education-related expenses, including tuition, fees, books, supplies, room, and board. In addition, Scholars are invited to participate in a special awards program and receive ongoing leadership-development support.
To be eligible for this award, applicants must:
- demonstrate at school, at the workplace, and within the community the attributes of leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship;
- demonstrate strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 grade point average/4.0 scale or equivalent);
- be citizens of the United States of America;
- be current high school seniors attending high school in the United States (students living on U.S. Armed Forces base and homeschooled students are also eligible); and
- plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study toward a bachelor’s degree at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States for the entire upcoming academic year.
Click here for more information and to apply by January 4th.
Discover Student Loans Scholarships
Discover Student Loans
Discover® Student Loans is giving away $100,000 in scholarships. Students can get tips and resources on paying for college and enter for a chance to win a $2,500 scholarship award. No purchase or student loan necessary.
Now through December 31, 2017, eligible students and parents can enter to win one of the $2,500 scholarships by signing up to receive helpful tips on planning and paying for college at CollegeCovered.com/Assist. Students and parents can earn up to three additional entries into the Discover Student Loans scholarship sweepstakes when they share the sweepstakes via Facebook, Twitter and/or e-mail and their friend enters via the link in their share.
Winners will be randomly drawn on:
- January 8, 2018
No purchase or student loan is necessary for students to enter or win. For the official scholarship rules, visit Scholarship.collegecovered.com/do/rules.
Norfolk Senior High Counseling Center
Brandi Bartels E-K
Heather Marotz L-Ri
Kendra Marshall Ro-Z
Connie Ingram - Administrative Assistant
Website: https://www.norfolkpublicschools.org/schools/norfolk-high-school/counseling/
Location: 801 Riverside Boulevard, Norfolk, NE, United States
Phone: 402-644-2534
Twitter: @NHSGuidanceNews