Prizes - Awards
Applying for scholarships and grants takes time and involves other people. You need to get yourself organized!
- The first item of business is to research your eligibility for scholarships. Make a list by deadline date and outline their requirements. Excel works great for outlining your strategy and deadlines.
- Next is your Request for Letter of Recommendation form. This form gives your counselor, teachers, community leaders and others who are writing a letters of recommendation a better picture of who you are. If you have a resume, include that. Allow at least 1-2 weeks for someone to compose a letter of recommendation. Last minute requests are rude.
- Research the college or university you are preparing to apply to. Many times they offer scholarships requiring another application. The deadline date is sometimes earlier than the normal school application deadline or may require both applications at once.
- Ask family, friends and community members if they know of scholarships or awards. Many churches or local service groups put together scholarships to honor area students.
- Research scholarships on www.fastweb.com, www.WashBoard.org or other search engines. Beware of offers to find you scholarships if they charge!
- The Center has books on scholarships. Take the time to look through these.
- Contact NELA – Northwest Education Loan Association www.nela.net Their services are without cost to you. They can help you and your parents figure out the cost of college and help you with the Fafsa. See the list of online workshops to find scholarships and complete your Fafsa forms.
- Read all the eligibility and application requirements of a scholarship carefully. Every scholarship is different.
- Make a list and a timeline to complete the applications. Use that excel
Princeton Prize in Race Relations January 31, 2011
This award is presented by the Seattle Area Local Committee to recognize a student who has done outstanding work in their school or community to advance the cause of race relations. Students, grades 9-12 are encouraged to apply. The winner will be awarded a $1,000 prize and be sent to Princeton University in Spring 2011 to participate in a nationwide symposium. For more information go to: www.princeton.edu/PrincetonPrize
Scholarship Opportunities for Graduating Seniors
Websites to search for multiple scholarships:
Seattle Hiroshima Club Scholarship December 21, 2010
The Seattle Hiroshima Club will award three $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors who plan to seek higher education. The intent of this award is to honor and provide assistance to the descendents of earlier or currently active member of the Seattle Hiroshima Club. To be eligible, the student’s parent, grandparent or great-grandparent must be from Hiroshima Prefecture, the parent or guardian a current paid member of the club by 10/31/10, and the applicant carries a 3.6 or higher GPA. Read all the requirements for the application and selection criteria carefully. Copies are available in the file drawer.
Ron Brown Scholarship Program January 9, 2011
The Ron Brown Scholar program seeks to identify African-American high school seniors who will make significant contributions to society. Applicants must excel academically, exhibit leadership potential, participate in community service and demonstrate financial need. A minimum of ten students are chosen each year to receive $10,000 annually for four years to attend an accredited 4-year college or university of their choice. Please read the scholarship requirements and conditions carefully on their website: http://www.ronbrown.org/Apply/EligibilityRequirements.aspx
Gates Millennium Scholars Award January 10, 2011
The GMS is awarded to students who are African-American, Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander or Hispanic American, a citizen, national or legal permanent resident of the US, hold a GPA of 3.3, will enroll for the first time at a US located accredited college or university, have demonstrated leadership through community service and school activities, meet the Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria and submitted all three forms (1) student application (2) Educator nomination (2) Community Service Nomination. All forms and instructions are online at www.gmsp.org
Washington NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarships at the UW January 14, 2011
Washington NASA Space Grant Consortium Scholarships are for students who plan to study math, science, technology or engineering at the University of Washington. Scholarships for incoming freshmen range from $1,000 to $5,500 per year, renewable up to three years. Selected students become a part of a community of scholars and are eligible to participate in the Space Grant Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP). Other benefits include: a chance to participate in cutting-edge research, assistance with registration, campus resources, and academic advising, faculty mentors, optional residence on the Space Grant dorm floor, and activities with other Space Grant scholars. Awards are based on high school academic achievement, standardized test scores, personal essays, recommendations, and future academic promise. Finalists will be interviewed on the UW campus. Matching grants are available. See website: www.waspsacegrant.org/UWschol.html Application is in pdf format or in the Center.
American University Frederick Douglass Distinguished Scholars Program January 15, 2011
This scholarship provides full to partial tuition awards, renewable for four years of undergraduate study. Awards are selected on the basis of high academic achievement, leadership and demonstrated community service and co-curricular involvement. Preference will be given to first generation students, high financial need and/or graduates from public high schools. Applicants must have at least a 3.8 GPA and demonstrate a lifelong commitment to careers in social justice and working for the advancement of people in need. Application should be downloaded from their website: http://www.american.edu/financialaid/fdsprogram.cfm
Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship January 15, 2011
Competition is open to all US citizens who are seniors planning careers of service to the United States in local, state or federal government. Please read all requirements very carefully. There is no application outline - you must create your own from what is listed and duplicate it three times, submitting each in a sealed envelope with the high school seal on it. Included is a one page essay of why you are planning a career in government, letter of recommendation, transcript and scores and other documentation that your counselor may wish to include. Go to their website for further information. www.gwcf.org
SuperSibs! And the Manne Family Foundation Scholarship January 28, 2011
Ten $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors to honor, support and recognize brothers and sisters of children with cancer. Awards will be given to students who illustrate their ability to take this difficult life experience and turn it into a positive, strength building experience. Applications include: Essay, personal expression piece, letter of recommendation, transcript, financial information. Applications are in the Center and through website: http://supersibs.org/pdf/Scholarship_2011_App.pdf
Discover Scholarship Program for Juniors January 31, 2011
The Discover Scholarship Program awards up to $250,000 in scholarships annually to high school juniors nationwide to support continued education and training beyond high school. This scholarship is open to any high school junior who has at least a 2.75 GPA on a 4.0 scale for the 9th & 10th grade. Student must have demonstrated accomplishments in community service and leadership and has had to overcome a significant challenge or roadblock in their life. Scholarships are awarded up to $25,000 each. Scholarships can be used for post high school education or training, certification, licensing in a 2 or 4 year trade, technical or academic pursuit. Go to: http://www.discoverfinancial.com/community/scholarship/shtml
GSBA Scholarship Program January 31, 2011
The Greater Seattle Business Association and Pride Foundation offer scholarship awards to undergraduate LGBTQ and Allied students who exhibit leadership potential, demonstrate strong academic abilities and actively involved in school and/or community organizations. Applicants must be a current resident of the state of Washington and pursuing an undergraduate degree. Selection criteria include leadership potential, academic strength/special skills and talents and diversity. Students may receive more than one scholarship. Applications are online only. Go to: https://www.pridefoundationscholar.org/login.aspx?returnurl=/
ESA Foundation Scholarships February 1, 2011
The ESA Foundation offers Washington students 35 different scholarships with a common application. Please read the specific criteria carefully to determine if you are eligible. You may submit three complete applications. There is a $5 fee for each application. With each signed & dated application you must attach a personal essay, certified transcript, name, address and phone of the College or University you plan to attend. Requirement of GPA and test scores vary by scholarship. You may access the scholarship through thei website: www.esaintl.com/esaf
Washington State Counselor contact is Anna Nelson. 5007 - 241st Street SW, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043 (425) 778-6950 nelsonabe@frontier.com
AFA Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship February 15, 2011
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America created a special division for teens to provide education and counseling and enable teens to share their feelings with peers and experts about family members who may be suffering from Alzheimer’s. AFA is offering one $5,000 scholarship and a $500 & $250 scholarship for the first and second runner up to deserving teens who are college bound. The application includes an autobiography and a 1200 – 1500 word essay. To download the application and read more, go to: www.afateens.org
AXA Achievement Community Scholarship February 15, 2011
This scholarship awards $2,000 to seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their activities in school, the community and/or workplace. Applicants must be a US citizen or legal resident, current senior who plan to enroll at an accredited postsecondary institution by the fall of 2011, be motivated and ambitious and recommended by an unrelated adult who can attest to your achievements. Complete description of the criteria, awards and application can be viewed at: www.axa-achievement.com
Ninth Annual Co-op Scholarship Application February 15, 2011
If you have applied to Drexel, Johnson & Wales, Cincinnati or Toledo Universities or Rochester or Wentworth Institute of Technology, you may apply for one of the 155 merit Co-op scholarships. You may download applications or complete it online at: http://www.co-op.edu/scholarships.htm
R.H. Thomson Memorial Scholarship February 15, 2011
This scholarship of $5,000 is offered through the American Society for Civil Engineers to recognize and encourage students interested in pursuing civil engineering.
- Applicants must be a senior in high school or current community college student within the state of Washington, or student at an accredited college or university offering degrees in civil engineering with the intent of pursuing their Bachelor’s or Master of Science degree in the field of civil engineering and a citizen of the US.
- The application includes a current resume, 3 letters of recommendation, 3 paragraphs (100-150 words) on (1) career goals (2) work, education or life experience (3) school activity.
The application includes specific information for those who will write your letters of recommendation, how the application is scored, how you will be contacted and interview expectations. Please read the materials carefully. www.SeattleASCE.org/careers/scholarships
WABSE Scholarship February 16, 2010
The WABSE (Washington Alliance of Black School Educators) Scholarship will award two $1,000 scholarships to African American students graduating this school year and planning to attend a 2 or 4 year college the next school year. Application includes a resume covering your leadership roles, extra-curricular activities, work experience, honors and awards and participation within your community. A transcript, essay of 750 words or less and two letters of recommendation must accompany the application. Applications are in the Center or on their website: www.wabse.org
2011 Norm Manly YMTA Maritime Educational Scholarship February 21, 2011
Funded by the Seattle Maritime community, YMTA offers scholarships to those seeking to be trained and educated for a maritime career including marine science. Scholarships are awarded in the amounts of $5,000, $3,000, $1,000 and $500 to help pay for tuition and books. Pacific Maritime Magazine will award a $500 scholarship to one of the YMTA finalists planning to pursue a seagoing maritime career. There are two parts to the scholarship process and two deadlines followed by a formal oral presentation to a panel of judges. Those interested should go to their website to read all the requirements carefully and save/print the applications files. Go to: http://www.ymta.net/ScholarshipProgram.asp
Cancer Survivor College Scholarship Program February 25, 2011
The Great West Division of the American Cancer Society offers a scholarship of $2500 that can be renewed up to $10,000 to a student that was diagnosed with cancer before the age of 21 and are under 25 at the time of this application. This scholarship can be used to pursue full time post-secondary education in an accredited university, community or technical college. A 2.5 GPA is required. The committee will consider financial need, community service/activities, goals and the letters of recommendation, and grade point average as their criteria for selection. Go to: http://www.cancer.org/acs/groups/content/@greatwest/documents/document/acspc-026907.pdf
Leadership 1000 Scholarship Application March 1, 2011
The College Success Foundation offers the Leadership 1000 to students who need assistance with their college costs. The awards are $5,000 a year for a total of $20,000 and are tailored by the donor who specify requirements or themes. Basic criteria include that the student must be a Washington State resident; plant to attend an eligible 4-year college or University of Washington; have filed or will file the FAFSA; that the total family income does not exceed the amounts listed on the website; that the student has maintained a 2.75 cumulative GPA. All specific criteria and instructions can be found on the website: https://apply.collegesuccessfoundation.org/WA/
WSECU – Washington State Employees Credit Union March 7, 2011
Applications will be out 1/3/2011 for students pursuing a 2 or 4-year graduate degree in the fall. WSECU will distribute $47,000 in scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $2,000. Decisions are made from your academic record, essays, letters of recommendation, financial need and community service and/or school activities. Applicants must be WSECU members.
Ewing C Kelly Scholarship March 11, 2011
High school seniors in the Cascade Region are eligible to apply for this $2500 scholarship. Over 50 scholarships were awarded last year based on their academic achievement and citizenship. This scholarship honors Ewing Kelly who was a long time radio and TV broadcaster. Application includes a one page personal statement, financial information, transcript, questions on your academic achievement and community – extra curricular activities, three letters of recommendation.
BECU Foundation Scholarships March 31.2011
The BECU scholarships are for BECU members. You must have an account with the bank. The Foundation wishes to recognize and award outstanding community service, leadership, passion for helping others and academic achievement. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA or higher, a graduating high school senior or full time undergraduate, and not be a previous recipient. Applications are accepted online that includes a 1000 word essay, your transcript and online recommendation by a counselor, teacher or community member. Go to:
http://www.becu.org/learn-and-plan/scholarships-grants.aspx?vid=becu.org/scholarship
US Bank Internet Scholarship Program NOW through March 31, 2011
US Bank offers 40 $1,000 scholarships for students planning to enroll or are already an undergraduate at an eligible four-year college or university participating in the US Bank No Fee Education Loan Program. Winners will be selected at random. The application process is ONLY online at: http://www.usbank.com/cgi_w/cfm/studentloans/marketing.cfm Read all the requirements carefully before submitting.
Youth Scholarship for Children of Law Enforcement
& Fire Service Personnel March 31, 2011
The Electronic Security Association of Washington (wbfaa) offers awards to children of active duty fire and police personnel. Awards of $2,000 are given locally with an additional $500 and eligibility for the ESA scholarships. The student must be graduating 2011 through an accredited high school in Washington State and accepted for admission to a college or university in the fall of 2011. The parent or natural guardian must be a full-time active employee of the police or sheriff’s department. Parent or guardian may also be a volunteer member of a fire department. Application includes essay, transcript, proof of acceptance to a college or university, proof of parent’s occupation, copies of SAT AND/or ACT, letters of recommendation verifying participation in extra curricular activities.
2010-2011 WSPTA Scholarship Application
Download: 2010-11 Scholarship Application
All forms on this application are formatted in MSWord and are designed to be downloaded, saved to your computer, completed, printed and returned with all attachments via mail to the Scholarship Program Committee. Don’t forget to sign your application.
If you are unable to use the MSWord formatted application, you may download and print the PDF file. All forms are to be type written if at all possible. Don’t forget to sign your application.
Click Here for PDF version
POSTMARK DEADLINE: March 1, 2011
If you have questions about the application, contact the Washington State PTA office at 1-800-562-3804 or email wapta@wastatepta.org
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