Scholarship Info

Scholarship Information:

Abbott & Fenner Scholarship Program - $1,000 scholarships.  Applicants must submit an essay.  For more information visit www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm (deadline June 14)

AES Engineering Scholarship Program - AES engineering offers $500 scholarships to motivated seniors with good character.  Students are not required to be taking engineering courses.  Applicants must submit an essay of 500-1000 words.  http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.php (deadline Oct. 6) 

Alabama Association of School Office Personnel Scholarship (AASOP)- Scholarship opportunitiy a $1,000 scholarship to students pursuing a degree from the college of business or a degree in K-12 education at an accredited Alabama school, college or university.  The scholarships are based on scholastic record and financial need.  

Alabama Bankers Association Scholarship – Scholarship opportunities for students whose parents are employed by a bank that is a member of the Alabama Bankers Association.

http://www.alabamabankers.com (deadline February 15)

Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation Scholarships – Scholarship opportunities for students who possess academic and leadership excellence and are members (or parents/grandparents are members) of the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association.  Awards may be based on financial need.

http://www.bamabeef.org (deadline December 1)

Alabama Conservation District Employees Association Scholarship- available to seniors in Alabama who are entering college in the field of their choice.  Deadline March 11, 2019.  Pick up in the counselors office.

Alabama Counseling Association Scholarship - Scholarship opportunity for students in Alabama District VI (Marengo County) with GPA 3.0 or better and ACT of 18+  who are interested in a career in education or counseling.  Applications are available in the counselor's office.  Deadline Feb. 28, 2019.

Alabama Farmers Federation Scholarships - $1,000 scholarships awarded based on academic record, demonstrated leadership and participation in school and community activities.  Must have a 2.5 GPA or better and be a member of the Alabama Farmers Federation.  www.alfainsurance.com

Alabama Home Builders Association – Scholarship opportunities for students pursuing a construction related degree from an Alabama college or university. Applications may be picked up in Mrs. Pearson's office or at  https://hbaa.org/wp/foundation-2/scholarships (deadline March 15)

Alabama Leaders in Technology (ALET)- Debbie B. Rice Memorial Scholarship is availabe for graduating seniors with a record of volunteerism in the community in both non-school sponsored and extracurricular school activities.  Minimum 2.75 GPA.

Alabama School Counselor Association- $1,000 scholarship opportunity.  (TBA)

Alabama School Public Relations Association Scholarship – Scholarship opportunities for students majoring in public relations or communications with a 3.0 GPA. Alabama School Public Relations Association (deadline February 2) 

Alexander Graham Bell Scholarship Program – Scholarship opportunities for students with diagnosed hearing loss.  Alexander Graham Bell Scholarship Program  (Not available at this time)

ALFA Foundation Scholarship Program-  scholarship opportunity for students with 2.5-4.0 GPA and membership in Alabama Farmers Federation.  For more information, visit AlfaInsurance.com and AlfaFarmers.org. (Opens in November)

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. – Scholarship opportunity for a female senior with a “B” average.  Applicant must demonstrate financial need and complete and application and essay.  For more information, write to Eta Xi Omega Chapter Scholarship Committee P.O. Box 1668 Tuscaloosa, Al. 35403

American College Foundation Visionary Scholarship Program – Scholarships valued $1,000-$5,000.  See website for information. American College Foundation Visionary Scholarship Program

American Legion Auxiliary Department of Alabama Scholarship Program – Merit-based scholarships for Alabama residents, ages 17-25, who are children or grandchildren of veterans of World War I, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Operation Desert Storm, Beirut, Grenada, or Panama.  Must submit proof of relationship and service record.  Renewable awards of $850 each.

https://www.alaforveterans.org/scholarships/

Auburn Pulp & Paper Foundation- Scholarship opportunity for students entering Auburn in chemical, electrical, or mechanical engineering. Requires excellent GPA and ACT 25 or above.
http://www.eng.auburn.edu/research/centers/ac-pabe/scholarship/  (deadline Dec. 1)

BabeRuth Scholarship Program - Scholarship opportunities for students who played in the Babe Ruth baseball league.  Deadline June 30
 https://www.baberuthleague.org/scholarships/babe-ruth-league-scholarship.aspx

B. Davis Scholarship – In order to apply, student must write an essay of less than 1,000 words describing the three characteristics of leadership you value most.  You must include the reason you believe the traits are so important and how you feel that they are developed in an individual.

http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm (deadline May 22)

Big Sun Scholarship - $500 scholarship to help young athletes success in their academic pursuits.
http://www.bigsunathletics.com  (deadline June 19)

Black Warrior Electric Cooperative Foundation, Inc. Scholarship- Scholarship opportunity for students who live in the Black Warrior service area. TBA

Burger King Scholars Program – Scholarship opportunities for students who are employed by Burger King or whose parents are BK employees.  https://bkmclamorefoundation.org/who-we-are/application-information/ (deadline December 15)

College Counts Scholarship – Scholarship opportunities for students with minimum GPA 2.75 and ACT score of 26 or below and demonstrates financial need. http://collegecountsalabama.com/ (Opens Dec. 1 and closes March 1)

Co-Op Student Scholarships – WACE advocates for cooperative and work-integrated education programs within industry and educational institutions. Deadline Feb 15. http://www.waceinc.org/scholarship/index.html

Countdown to College – sign up for the eNewsletter containing ACT/SAT prep tips, college prep info, scholarship opportunities, and more to automatically be entered to win a $1,000 scholarship.  Sign up at Potential Magazine Scholarships

Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship – There are multiple scholarship opportunities available through the Daughters of the American Revolution:  Political Science, History, Government & Economics, Medical, and Nursing.  Also, many scholarships for specific categories.  http://www.dar.org/national-society/scholarships.  Deadline Feb. 15

David Gordon Law Scholarship-  Essay and video contest.  Scholarships worth $1,000 and $500.  Deadline Dec. 7.  David Gordon Law Scholarship

Discover Scholarship-
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Dixie Youth Scholarship Program – Scholarships are presented annually to deserving high school seniors who participated in the Dixie Youth Baseball program while age 12 and under.  Financial need is considered. The value of the scholarship is $2,000. http://youth.dixie.org/ Due Feb.1

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Unity Foundation Scholarship Opportunity- $1,000 scholarship opportunity for senior boys in Marengo County. Essay Required. Paperwork may be picked up in Mrs. Pearson's office. Deadline Dec. 13.

Elks National Foundation “Most Valuable Student” Scholarship – 500 four-year awards available at the local, state, and national level to graduating seniors, who will be judged based on leadership, financial need, service, and scholarship.  https://scholarshipamerica.org/what-we-do/students-parents/https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/applyMVS.cfm (deadline Nov. 27)

Elks National Foundation Scholarships for Elks Families – 250 $4,000 awards to the children and grandchildren of dues-paying Elks members. Applicants must exhibit knowledge, charity, community, and integrity.  www.enf.elks.org/leg (deadline Feb. 2)

FBLA Scholarship –  TBA.

GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program- For seniors who excel in leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. Reagan Foundation Scholarships Deadline Jan. 4

Hagan Scholarship Foundation – Scholarship opportunities for high-achieving students who will require financial assistance in order to attend college.  www.hsfmo.org (deadline Nov. 15)

The Hispanic Scholarship Fund
https://www.hsf.net/scholarship

Horatio Alger Scholarships – Scholarship opportunities for students who have faced and overcome great obstacles, while maintaining academic excellence or leadership potential.

https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/ 

John Stallworth Foundation Scholarship- more information at http://www.johnstallworth.com/about-the-fund/  Deadline March 1

Mensa Education Foundation Scholarship – Essay scholarship opportunity at http://www.mensafoundation.org/what-we-do/scholarships/ (deadline January 15)

Mercedes Benz Scholarship Program – Scholarship opportunities for children of Mercedes Benz employees.  http://www.mbusi.com/about/mbusi-corporate-info/scholarships (Opens Jan. 1, deadline March 15)

Morris, King and Hodge Law Scholarship- This scholarship opportunity is open to Alabama high school seniors.  There will be three awarded, 1st place is $2,000, 2nd is $1,200, and 3rd is $1,000.  Submit an essay of at least 1,000 words.  The topic is "How can we educate our community about the dangers of distracted driving and what are some practical ways we can drastically reduce distracted driving related accidents?" To apply, visit mkhlawyers.com/scholarship/. Deadline is April TBA.

National Beta Club Scholarship Program - www.betaclub.org/scholarship  Deadline Jan. 25

National Young Arts Foundation – National Young Arts Foundation Scholarships

"Pay It Forward" Scholarship - $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior of DHS.  Must pick up application in Mrs. Pearson's office. 

National Center for Learning Disabilities – Scholarship opportunities for outstanding students with learning and attention issues.  http://www.ncld.org (deadline November 6)

Potential Magazine – sign up for scholarship alerts http://potentialmagazine.com/college-scholarships

Riverview Orthodontics Scholarship Program- Scholarship opportunity for previous or current patients of Riverview Orthodonics.  www.rivervieworthodontics.com

Ron Brown Scholar Program – Scholarship opportunity for African American students who excel academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities, and demonstrate financial need.  $10,000 a year for up to 4 years.  Deadlines Nov. 1 and Jan. 9.  http://www.ronbrown.org/apply.aspx

ROTC Scholarships – Scholarship opportunities for students committed to serving in the military after college. http://www.goarmy.com/rotc/high-school-students/four-year-scholarship.m.html

Scholarships 360 - Various scholarship opportunities.  Deadlines determined by scholarship.
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Tall Clubs International Foundation, inc – Scholarship opportunities for females who are at least 5’10” and males who are at least 6’2” tall.  Tall Club International Foundation

(deadline February 1)

The American Institute of Architects – Scholarship opportunities for students interested in architecture.  For more information, visit http://www.aia.org/education/aias075223

The AXA Achievement Scholarship – Scholarship opportunities for $2,500, $10,000, or $25,000 scholarships.  https://www.scholarsapply.org/axa-achievement/ (deadline Dec. 15)

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The BigSun Organization - $500 award to help athletes succeed in their academic pursuits.  http://www.bigsunathletics.com/ (deadline June 19)

The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program – This scholarship is available to students who are high-achieving and have financial need.  Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program Deadline Nov. 14

The Linly Heflin Scholarship – Scholarship for Alabama women seeking help with their undergraduate degree at a four year accredited Alabama college or university.

http://www.linlyheflin.org/scholarship-information/ (deadline Dec. 31)

The Smith Scholarship Foundation – Alabama scholarships for service, not just grades. Must have a FAFSA on file. http://www.smithscholarships.com/ (deadline December 1)

The VFW Auxiliary – scholarship opportunities that promote patriotism and assist students in furthering their education and help them reach their full potential. https://vfwauxiliary.org/scholarships/

The VGW’s “Sport Clips Help A Hero Scholarship” – https://www.vfw.org/scholarship/  Deadline Nov. 15

UNCF – Scholarships for minority group members.  http://www.uncf.org/scholarships Multiple scholarship opportunities with deadline beginning Oct. 27 to March 16

UNIGO – Search for scholarships by category, such as athletic, company-sponsored, minority, major, state, etc.  https://www.unigo.com/scholarships

United Methodist Church Scholarship - http://scholarship.umc.org/    

Varsity Tutors Scholarship Program – monthly scholarships of $1,000 for essay entries.  For more information visit http://www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship

Wal-Mart Associate Scholarship – Scholarship opportunities for students who work for Walmart or who have parents that work for Walmart.  http://foundation.walmart.com/our-focus/associate-scholarships  Deadline April 1

Wendy’s High School Heisman – Scholarship opportunities for high achieving seniors who participate in school and community sports.  https://www.wendyshighschoolheisman.com/application/are-you-eligible/

Women's Alabama Golf Association Scholarship
http://www.alabamagolf.org/aga-womens-scholarship-information

Women’s Missionary Union Scholarship – Scholarship opportunities for female Baptist students who are active in WMU/Acteens. $500-$700. www.wmufoundation.com

WoodmenLife Focus Forward Scholarship- Scholarship opportunities for high school seniors planning to enroll full-time in a two- or four-year school.Must have been a member of WoodmenLife
for a minimum of three years.  WoodmenLife Focus Forward Scholarship Deadline Feb. 28.