RB '21
Senior Newsletter, October 2020
Counseling & Advisement
Website: http://rbhscounseling.weebly.com/
Location: 320 Corley Mill Road, Lexington, SC, United States
Phone: (803) 821-0729
Facebook: www.facebook.com/riverbluffcounseling
Twitter: @rbhscounseling1
Counseling & Advisement Department Listing
Traveling students OCP, CC2, & CC3 students (including all who attend LTC or other high schools) Marci Newman mnewman2@lexington1.net
Students in their 3rd and 4th (or greater) year of high school (typically 11th & 12th graders)
Last names A-Gar Mandy Wilson aswilson2@lexington1.net
Last names Gas-O Crystal Wingate cwingate@lexington1.net
Last names P-Z Joe Ben Watson jbwatson@lexington1.net
Career Specialist A-K Susan Bennett sjbennett@lexington1.net
Career Specialist L-Z Julie Rojeck jrojek@lexington1.net
Transcript, College application and Scholarship help Carole Farrar cfarrar@lexington1.net
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Check out this month's edition of RB '21, where you will find Job opportunities, College visits, Scholarships, and more great information including important dates.
Believe it or not, some colleges are already sending out acceptance letters and scholarship offers! If you are one of these lucky students, congratulations and remember to bring a copy of your acceptance/offer to Counseling and Advisement. We want to recognize you at the end of the year.
Taking the ACT and SAT
RBHS AI/CEEB Code 411292
SAT TEST DATE
Late Registration Deadline is Octoberber 9, 2020.
Register at www.collegeboard.org
Fee waivers for the SAT are available to eligible 11th and 12th graders. If you are enrolled in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), bring proof of your Free/Reduced lunch status to Mrs. Farrar in Counseling and Advisement for a waiver.
Saturday, Nov 7, 2020, 08:00 AM
See Website for locations. www.Collegeboard.org
ACT TEST DATE October
Register at www.actstudent.org
Fee waivers for the ACT are available to eligible 11th and 12th graders. If you are enrolled in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), bring proof of your Free/Reduced lunch status to Mrs. Farrar in Counseling and Advisement for a waiver.
Saturday, Oct 24, 2020, 08:00 AM
See www.ACT.org for Locations
ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) Career Exploration Program
The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) Career Exploration Program will be offered at RBHS on November 16, 2020 & December 9, 2020. To be eligible to test, you must be 16 years of age or older at the time of testing, and in 10th, 11th, or 12th grade.
-- The ASVAB is NOT just a "military test;” but provides tools to help you learn more about career exploration and planning, in both the civilian and military worlds of work.
-- We have selected the option to NOT release scores, however, you will have the option to make your individual score available to recruiters if you choose.
-- You should arrive at Gator Commons (near the football stadium) no later than 8:15 and testing will begin at 8:30am. Testing should last approximately three hours.
--If you have taken the ASVAB in the past and would like to register again, you may be required to complete an ASVAB prep course.
-- Testing is FREE.
Space is limited to the first fifty (25) eligible students. If you don't plan to show up, please don't register.
ASVAB Tentative dates
Testing Site: RBHS Gator Commons - Register here:
· November 16th(Cohorts A & C) – max 25 students
· December 9th(Cohorts B & C) – max 25 students
College Application Day Cohort A and Virtual Students
In person :
Grand Canyon University
Taylor McMahon
College of Charleston
Sidney Harper
USC Upstate
Eric Chapman
Virtual Rooms:
Benedict College
Keisha Montgomery
USC Columbia
Terrell Moore
11:00-1:00 pm
https://zoom.us/j/7571387140?pwd=WUNINWxaNHBydnNuNnBJbGhIekczdz09
Lander University
Elizabeth Rowell
9:00-10:15 am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82651564891
Winthrop University
Kim Foster
9:00-Noon
Limestone College
Caden Risen
https://meet.google.com/yyz-knnk-exu
USC Beaufort
Matthew Cash
9:00-Noon
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85334852492
Midlands Technical College
Alex Sibley
Living Arts College
Barnard Allen
10-Noon
Tuesday, Oct 20, 2020, 09:00 AM
River Bluff High School, Corley Mill Road, Lexington, SC, USA
College Application Day Cohort B and Virtual Students
In Person
Benedict College
Keisha Montgomery
Alabama
Chelsea Marsh
11-Noon
https://uasystem.zoom.us/j/92625464101
USC Columbia
Terrell Moore
https://zoom.us/j/7571387140?pwd=WUNINWxaNHBydnNuNnBJbGhIekczdz09
Winthrop University
Kim Foster
Noon-3:00
Limestone College
Caden Risen
https://meet.google.com/yyz-knnk-exu
USC Beaufort
Matthew Cash
9:00-Noon
843-540-6940 cell if needed
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85334852492
Midlands Technical College
Alex Sibley
Living Arts College
Barnard Allen
10-Noon
https://meet.google.com/rhr-icza-abn
Claflin University
Sodelene Laurent
9:00-10:00 am
https://claflin-edu.zoom.us/j/91427143481?pwd=WXorbzZQLy81bzAwUlJ3V1F1OVJpZz09
Wednesday, Oct 21, 2020, 09:00 AM
River Bluff High School, Corley Mill Road, Lexington, SC, USA
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS TESTS: ACT and SAT
General Information
Please be reminded that it is the responsibility of the student/parent to register for the ACT and SAT tests. The C&A staff can answer questions at any time. Log on to sat.org/register or www.actstudent.org to register.
- The ACT / SAT are college admissions tests & aid institutions in determining a student’s potential for success in college. (Students planning on attending a 2-year or technical college generally do NOT need to take either test.) Colleges/universities in S.C. accept both ACT and/or SAT scores. Students should refer to the admission requirements for each institution they plan to attend.
- If you plan to take the ACT, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED you take the writing component at least once. It is not so necessary on subsequent retakes.
- If you are a special needs student and would like to request testing accommodations for the ACT or SAT, it is your responsibility to initiate the process by discussing the procedure with your counselor. The process is very time-consuming (minimum 6 – 8 weeks). Each testing agency (College Board / ACT) has its own application for accommodations.
VERY IMPORTANT! Please make sure that you fill in the school code for River Bluff High School when registering for the ACT/SAT. If you fail to do this, our school will NOT receive your scores. The school testing code is 411292.
2yr College Bound Students
2yr College Bound Students
Don’t forget to set up your personal profiles on the internet for scholarships.
www.scholarships.com, www.collegenet.com, www.collegescholarships.org, www.fastweb.com, www.petersons.com and www.salliemae.com/scholarships are great sites to use as resources, but are certainly not the only ones.
- Start submitting college applications
- Visit prospective schools
- Watch your email for information on taking AccuPlacer in the Spring, a placement tests for 2-year technical colleges (You can also use ACT/SAT scores)
4-Year College Bound Students
Don’t forget to set up your personal profiles on the internet for scholarships.
www.scholarships.com, www.collegenet.com, www.collegescholarships.org, www.fastweb.com, www.petersons.com and www.salliemae.com/scholarships are great sites to use as resources, but are certainly not the only ones.
- Start submitting college applications
- Visit prospective schools
- Repeat the ACT / SAT as necessary
Register with the NCAA Clearinghouse at www.ncaaclearinghouse.net if you plan on playing sports your first year of college.
100 Black Men Scholarship
The 100 Black Men of Greater Columbia, Inc. is currently accepting applications for our 2020-2021 Scholarship Programs. Scholarships are valued at $500 per academic year and are renewable for up to two (2) or four (4) years. The scholarship application is here. All applications and supporting materials must be postmarked by November 15, 2020. Scholarship recipients will be notified by March 1, 2021 and scholarship presentations will be made at our Annual Scholarship and Awards Program in May 2021. Up to six (6) scholarships will be awarded. Additional information may be found on our website linked below. Please share this information with your respective students.
About the 100 Black Men
The mission of the 100 Black Men of Greater Columbia, Inc. is to improve the quality of life for citizens within our communities, with special emphasis on our youth, particularly in the areas of mentoring, education, economics and financial literacy, and health and wellness. Additional information may be found on our website.
100 Black Men Minorities in Construction Scholarship
As the face of the Midlands and South Carolina is changing, workers need managers, mentors, and role models that reflect diverse backgrounds, now more than ever! With this in mind, the 100 Black Men of Greater Columbia, Inc., in collaboration with M.B. Kahn Construction Co., Inc., is pleased to offer this scholarship opportunity to outstanding minority students from the Midlands area who will attend Midlands Technical College and enroll in a business or construction related field.
This renewable scholarship is available to students who plan to enroll at Midlands Technical College beginning in the fall of the 2021 and major in a business or construction related field. Applicants must meet all of the eligibility requirements and deadlines to qualify. Scholarship awards are $500 per academic year and are renewable for up to two years (for a maximum award of $1,000). Scholarships should be applied towards tuition, room, board, and books. Checks will be mailed from the 100 Black Men of Greater Columbia, Inc.’s office and made payable to the scholarship recipient. In addition to the scholarship award, the selected recipient will also receive an internship/apprenticeship with M.B. Kahn Construction Co.
All completed applications (Click here) must be submitted via U.S. mail. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Application packets must be submitted no later than November 15, 2020.
Thinking of Cosmetology/Barbering?
If you are interested in a Cosmetology/Barbering program when you graduate you may be worried about how you are going to pay the tuition. There are scholarships available plus filing your FAFSA for financial aid can help with the costs. You must be accepted into a program to be able to apply for the scholarships at this website. http://beautychangeslives.org/
American Muscle Student Scholarship-Due October 15
We are offering 2 currently enrolled students or high school seniors who are pursuing post-secondary education an opportunity to be awarded $2,500 in tuition assistance towards their upcoming semester! This scholarship is ongoing and will be available for both the spring and fall semesters each year.
Those students who have exceptional drive and ambition should submit a 700-1500 word essay here telling us who you are and how you plan on using your automotive education to incite positive change and innovation within the custom car industry. All entries must be submitted as a PDF or Microsoft Word document to be eligible for consideration and must also be accompanied by proof of current enrollment in an accredited United States college or university.
Please submit your essays by 12:00PM EST on October 15th for all spring semester applicants and by June 15th for all fall applicants. Winning scholarships will be paid directly to the school as a tuition payment.
Winners will be selected by November 15th for all spring contestants and by July 15th for fall applicants.
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. With the 32nd class in 2020, the Foundation has provided over 6,300 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $72 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship. Our application is open! High school seniors can apply here. Click here for an application. Deadline is October 31, 2020.
College Board Opportunity Scholarships (CBOS)
Students in the class of 2021 who practice for the SAT for six hours using Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy® and improve their score by 100+ points—either from their PSAT 10 to SAT, PSAT/NMSQT to SAT, or SAT to SAT—earn a chance at a $2,000 scholarship
Davidson College
As a scholar athlete, you know the meaning of hard work and setting goals, and the importance of discipline and focus. You are as comfortable discussing literature, science, and art as you are in the pool, or on the court, the track or the field. That training has paid off.
You must be nominated by your school or by a member of the Davidson coaching staff to be considered for a Lowell L. Bryan Scholarship, an award for top scholar athletes, equivalent to full tuition and fees. The scholarship is renewable for the remaining three years of your Davidson career, provided you continue to play your eligible sport, maintain a specified grade point average, and meet requirements toward earning a degree. For more information, click here.
Interested? Email your school counselor today.
Delventhal Law Scholarship
Here are some brief notes on this scholarship:
$1,000 (One-time award)
Due April 15, 2021
Must be attending a 4-yr college/university or 2-yr community college for Fall 2021
Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted
https://delventhal-law.com/practice-areas/fort-wayne-car-accident-attorney/#scholarship-application
Kitty M. Fairey Educational Fund Scholarship
Must plan to attend full-time an accredited college or university in the state of SC
A cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Demonstrate financial need
Eligible applicants can apply at www.csascholars.org/kmfr
Deadline is December 2, 2020.
Hampton Wildlife Fund -- Multiple Scholarships
Harry Hampton Scholarship-This scholarship consists of a $5,000* scholarship awarded annually to a S.C. resident student to attend an institution of higher learning in the state with a major area of study in wildlife, fisheries, forestry, biology, zoology, marine science, environmental science or related fields.
Wallace F. Pate- Scholarship for students in the natural resources disciplines of wildlife biology, fisheries, biology, forestry, marine or environmental science. 1 year only $2,500.
David M. Cline- Scholarship for students who wish to further their education in law enforcement/criminal justice/forensic science. (Forensic pathology does NOT qualify)
1 year $2,500
James O Thomason Scholarship for students who wish to further their education in print or photo journalism, advertising, public relations or mass communications. 4 year $2,000
Click here for more information and applications. Deadline is February 26, 2021.
Horatio-Alger Scholarship
As one of the nation’s largest college financial aid programs in the country, the Horatio Alger National Scholarship Program is one of the major scholarship programs nationally that specifically assists high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. The scholarships are funded by Horatio Alger Members who, like the Scholars, have experienced challenges but ultimately overcame them to become successful business and civic leaders.
The National Scholarship is awarded to eligible students in all fifty states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. National Scholars receive an all-expenses paid trip to Washington, D.C., during the spring of their senior year to participate in the National Scholars Conference. Recipients must attend the National Scholars Conference to receive the award.
To be eligible to apply for the Horatio Alger National Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be enrolled full time as a high school senior in the United States; be progressing normally toward graduation in spring/summer of 2021 with plans to enter a college in the United States no later than the fall following graduation
- Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)
- Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
- Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
- Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
- Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and
- Be a United States citizen
The application deadline is October 26. Click here for an application.
Lyceum Scholars Program Clemson Institute for the study of Capitalism
First and only university-based academic program dedicated to exploring the
moral, political, and economic foundations of a free society.
Each Lyceum Scholar will receive a four-year Scholarship worth up to $10,000
For more information visit www.Clemson.edu/Capitalism/Lyceum
Priority application deadline is December 11, 2020
The Prudential Spirit of Community Award
To be eligible, you must:
- be in grades 5-12 as of November 5
- be a legal resident of any U.S. state or Washington, D.C.
- have engaged in a volunteer activity that occurred during the 12 months prior to the date of the application
- submit a completed application to a school or the head of an official designated local organization by November 5.
Local Honorees receive a Certificate of Achievement from their schools or organization. Those Local Honorees who qualify (26 hours of service for ages 10 and younger, 50 hours for ages 11-15, and 100 hours for older students) also receive the President’s Volunteer Service Award.
Distinguished Finalists receive an engraved bronze medallion, and other state-level runners-up receive Certificates of Excellence.
State Honorees receive an award of $1,000, an engraved silver medallion, and an all-expense-paid trip with a parent or guardian to Washington, D.C., for national recognition events.
National Honorees receive an additional award of $5,000, an engraved gold medallion, a crystal trophy for their schools or nominating organizations, and a $5,000 grant from The Prudential Foundation for a nonprofit charitable organization of their choice.
Click here to be directed to the application. Deadline is November 10, 2020.
Ron Brown Scholar Program
Click here for the application.
SC Junior Golf Foundation Scholarship
Be seniors in SC high school
Have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.00 scale through the spring 2020 semester.
Be residents of SC
Have a competitive or recreational interest in golf.
Recipients must attend an accredited public or private, four-year college or university located in SC in the fall of 2021.
Students should submit their applications online at www.scholarshipprograms.org beginning September 28. The deadline to apply is January 7, 2021.
Interested in Teaching? Apply to become a Teaching Fellow - Up to a $24,000 scholarship
This Program offers the state’s brightest and best students up to $24,000 over four years to become South Carolina educators. The mission of the Program is to recruit talented high school seniors into the teaching profession and help them develop leadership qualities. Each year, the program provides Fellowships for up to 200 high school seniors who have exhibited high academic achievement, a history of service to their school and community, and a desire to teach in South Carolina.
Teaching Fellows participate in advanced enrichment programs at Teaching Fellows Institutions, have additional professional development opportunities, and are involved with communities and businesses throughout the state. They receive up to $24,000 in fellowship funds (up to $6000 a year for four years) while they complete a degree leading to initial teacher certification. The fellowship provides up to $5700 for tuition and board and $300 for specific enrichment programs administered by CERRA. All Teaching Fellows awards are contingent upon funding from the SC General Assembly. A Fellow agrees to teach in a South Carolina public school one year for every year he or she receives the Fellowship.
Read a comprehensive research report about the South Carolina Teaching Fellows Program.
Administered by CERRA-South Carolina, the Program provides fellowships for up to 200 students each year (actual number determined by funding from the General Assembly). These students participate in enrichment programs at a Teaching Fellows Institution, engage in professional development and leadership opportunities, partner with communities and businesses, and receive up to a $6,000 fellowship annually for four years as long as they are in the process of completing a degree leading to teacher certification and meet the criteria to continue in the program. A Fellow must agree to teach in a South Carolina public school one year for each year he/she receives funding.
Any student who is a legal resident of South Carolina (DACA students are not eligible for Teaching Fellows) and a current high school senior, or junior graduating early, and who will be attending college as a freshman in the fall of 2021, may apply. Fellowships are based on academic achievement, references, community and school involvement, an interview and a writing assessment. Students must attend one of the eleven Teaching Fellows Institutions. Currently, these include Anderson University, Charleston Southern University, Clemson University, Coastal Carolina University, College of Charleston, Francis Marion University, Lander University, USC Aiken, USC Columbia, USC Upstate, and Winthrop University.
The application will be available on the CERRA Web site at teachingfellowsc.com beginning on October 1st.
Interested in Teaching? Interested in USC Aiken?
Interested in the Teaching Fellows program? At USC Aiken, our program is unique in that . . .
- Our program is small – Fellows will NEVER be a number! We are a family at USC Aiken. Be believe in quality over quantity.
- Our program is grounded in leadership – we build Teacher Leaders! We also participate in Disney’s Leadership program.
- Our program offers Fellows early, often and diverse in-classroom experiences. Fellows are teaching in their first semester!
Please refer to the USC Aiken Teaching Fellows website for additional context: https://www.usca.edu/education/programs-opportunities/teaching-fellows
United States Service Academy Nominations
Click the above link for more information on Service Academy Nominations. The academies offer first quality education at no cost to the student. In return, service of a four or five year commitment is required.
Voice of Democracy Audio Essay Contest
Voice of Democracy
Established in 1947, our Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. Each year, more than 51,000 9-12 grade students from across the country enter to win their share of more than $1.9 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the program.
The national first place winner receives a $30,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college or vocational/technical school. A complete list of other national scholarships range from $1,000-$16,000, and the first place winner from each VFW Department (state) wins a minimum scholarship of $1,000 and an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C. Want to apply? Read the rules and eligibility requirements, and download the 2020-21 entry form application, as all student entries must be submitted to a sponsoring local VFW Post by midnight, Oct. 31.
The 2020-21 theme is:
Is This the Country the Founders Envisioned?
College Open House Days and Tour Dates
Seniors are given TWO excused absences for College Days. In order to have the absences excused, it will be necessary to turn in a note on college letterhead with the student's name and date of the visit. This should be turned in to Mrs. Pearson in Attendance.
Anderson University
http://www.anderson.edu/admissions/discover/visit
Clemson University
http://www.clemson.edu/visit/events.html
College of Charleston
http://admissions.cofc.edu/explorethecollege/events/index.php
Columbia College
http://www.columbiasc.edu/admissions/womens-college-admissions/open-house
Francis Marion University
http://www.fmarion.edu/fmuadmissions/campusvisit
Furman University
http://www.furman.edu/admission/EngageFurman/Visit/Pages/default.aspx
Lander University
http://www.lander.edu/admissions/Campus-Visit.aspx
Midlands Technical College
http://www.midlandstech.edu/admissions/visit-campus
Newberry College
https://my.newberry.edu/ICS/Admissions/Events_and_Visits.jnz
Presbyterian College
http://www.presby.edu/admissions/home/visit/
Spartanburg Methodist College
http://www.smcsc.edu/campus-maptour/
Seton Hall University
University of South Carolina - Columbia
http://sc.edu/visit/schedule_a_visit/
University of South Carolina - Beaufort
http://www.uscb.edu/admissions/visit-uscb/visitation-events.html
University of Virginia
https://admission.virginia.edu/outreach
Winthrop University
http://www.winthrop.edu/admissions/visit/
Wofford College
https://www.wofford.edu/admission/visitWofford/Scholarship Search Engines
Additional College Funding Opportunities
The Academic Common Market allows S.C. residents who are enrolled in specific programs at public out-of-state institutions to be charged only the applicable in-state tuition by the institution in which the student is enrolled. http://www.che.sc.gov/Students,FamiliesMilitary/LearningAboutCollege/AcademicCommonMarketInfor mation.aspx or call 803-737-2274
AES Scholarship
Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. Students must submit an essay of between 500 and 1000 words in answer to the following question: When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey? The mount of award is $500.00. The deadline for entry: October 6. Submit essay to: scholarships@aesengineers.com . For more information, go to http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm.
Anderson University – First Choice Scholarships
Get accepted to Anderson University and become eligible for one of several scholarships. http://www.andersonuniversity.edu/finaid.aspx?id=2417&ekmensel=c580fa7b_145_0_2417
Archibald Rutledge Scholarship
The South Carolina Department of Education is announcing the Archibald Rutledge Scholarship Program. This annual program offers public school twelfth-grade students the opportunity to compete for a scholarship worth approximately $2,000 in creative writing, dance, music, theatre, and visual arts. The purpose of the competition is to encourage and recognize academic and artistic excellence. Applicants may participate in one of the following discipline areas: creative writing, dance, music, theatre, or visual arts. To compete, students should submit one original composition and a process folio for the visual arts area and an original and two copies of the original composition and process folio for the creative writing, dance, music, or theatre categories. For more details: https://ed.sc.gov/instruction/standards-learning/grants-and-awards/archibald-rutledge-scholarship-program/
The Art Institutes
The Art Institutes specialize in hands-on, career-oriented education that prepares students for entry-level employment as creative professionals. They offer degree programs as well as certificate & diploma programs in the areas of design, fashion, media arts, and culinary arts. www.aiadvantage.com
AXA Achievement Scholarship
One South Carolina winner will receive a $10,000 scholarship, with a chance to win $15,000 more! To qualify, you must demonstrate ambition and drive; determination to set and reach goals; respect for self, family and community; ability to succeed in college. Application deadline is December 15, 2020. https://us.axa.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievement-scholarship.html
BigSun Scholarship
All student athletes are eligible to apply, regardless of sport. Requires a short essay to a prepared question. $500 available to announced winners. www.bigsunathletics.com
Christian Connector Scholarship
Simply log onto the website and request information, and you will be automatically entered in drawings. Scholarships range from $1,000 to $2,500. http://www.christianconnector.com
CSS/Financial Aid Profile – Student Guide
Using PROFILE, college financial aid administrators can develop a more accurate, economically sound assessment of a family’s ability to contribute to college costs & thus award their private (nonfederal) student aid funds more equitably. A Spanish version of the Pre-Application Worksheet is available on the PROFILE Home Page. Columbia College and Furman University are PROFILE users. https://profileonline.collegeboard.com
The Eugene McDermott Scholars Program
The Eugene McDermott Scholars Program at The University of Texas at Dallas is one of the nation’s most generous and selective undergraduate merit awards. Valued at more than $250,000 (out of state) or $150,000 (in state), the scholarship includes tuition, stipend, study abroad and professional development funding. Application deadline is December 12, 2020.
Gates Millennium Scholarship
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
This scholarship database is completely devoted to those of Hispanic descent. www.hsf.net, www.collegescholarships.org/minority2.htm
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program is an undergraduate scholarship program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend and graduate from the nation's best four-year colleges and universities. Selected from a nationwide pool of applicants, up to 40 students will become Jack Kent Cooke Scholars and have access to funding for up to four years for undergraduate studies. For more information and to apply: http://www.jkcf.org/scholarship-programs/college-scholarship/how-to-apply/
NHA Scholarship Fund
This scholarship an individual must be a prospective or current high school graduate and the natural, step, or adopted son, daughter or grandchild, or a spouse, of a current or former Navy, USMC or Coast Guard rotary wing aviator or air crewman. Also eligible are individuals, their spouses, or children of individuals who are serving or have served in maintenance or support billets in rotary wing squadrons and Wings. http://www.nhascholarshipfund.org
Spartanburg Methodist College Scholars Program
A full tuition financial package is offered to seniors who graduate with a 3.0 grade point average. In addition, students can also qualify for "Open House Scholarships" of $500 when they visit campus on an Open House Day.
SunTrust Off To College Scholarship Sweepstakes
High school seniors can win a $1,000 scholarship for their first year of college or private career school. One winner will be chosen at random every two weeks. www.offtocollege.info
TEACH Grants - new program for future teachers
Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education Grants (TEACH) will be available at some colleges and universities beginning this academic year. Students considering a career in education should check with the financial aid office at the college or university they plan to attend to determine the program’s availability and if they qualify. http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/TEACH.jsp
U.S. Army
There are scholarship opportunities such as merit-based, full-tuition scholarships, an annual stipend of up to $5,000 to cover living expenses, plus additional allowances for books and fees. http://www.goarmy.com/rotc/scholarships.html