Engebretson Foundation Scholarship

The Engebretson Foundation would like to thank you for your past help in finding a scholarship recipient. Once again, we are seeking your help in finding a High School Senior to receive a one-year scholarship to the college of their choice. The Engebretson Foundation is excited to share that the process for applying is now on-line at http://www.engebretsonfoundation.org/. It is our hopes that this will simplify the application process for both the student and the counselor.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered:
Financial Need
Academic Merit: Score a 28 composite or higher on the ACT exam (or at least 1240 on the SAT exam); GPA 3.75 or above and/or top 5% of graduating class (other factors considered will be strength of academic course schedule and/or academic improvement).
Leadership Potential: factors considered include teacher recommendation (see application), work experience (after school job etc.), extra-curricular activities, and community service.

The scholarship is a one-year scholarship; however, please note that the person receiving the scholarship will have the opportunity to reapply each year. The amount of this scholarship will pay the tuition cost not to exceed $10,000.00 per year. The required items must be post marked on or before March 1st in order for an application to be considered complete.

Our selection process will be neutral to gender, race, and employment status (or the status of the applicant’s parents).

The link to apply is http://www.engebretsonfoundation.org/. Please feel free to contact the Engebretson Foundation with any questions at engebretsonfoundation@yahoo.com or by calling (402) 964-2174.

American Legion Jim Hurlbert Baseball Scholarship

1. Up to four scholarships not to exceed $500.00 each will be awarded, as funds are available. At least one scholarship will be awarded from each of the four American Legion Department Membership Areas, as funds are available. Only one candidate will be allowed from each Senior American Legion Baseball Team. Scholarships are awarded for one year only and are nonrenewable.
2. Eligibility is open to Nebraska American Legion Baseball players in their last year of Legion Baseball eligibility and/or graduating senior.
3. Selection of recipients will be made based on the following:
a. ALL questions answered or N/A indicated
b. Financial need
c. Academic achievement
d. School and community involvement
4. An impartial award selection committee will evaluate applications and select recipients.
5. Student must attend a post-secondary educational institution within the state of Nebraska, and must have maintained a grade point average (GPA) in the upper 50 percent of his/her graduating class.
6. Scholarships must be used at the beginning of the academic year immediately following notification of awards. Use cannot be delayed nor can awards be held for future use or transferred to other individuals. In cases of unusual circumstances or emergencies, recipients may appeal to request delays in the use of awards. The Department Scholarship Committee will evaluate such requests.
7. Scholarship stipends will be sent to the institution of the recipient’s attendance to be held for use in their name for tuition and fees, books, room and board only. Should the recipient drop out of school, any unused money must be returned to the Department of Nebraska, The American Legion.
Directions:
1. Completed application and required certifications must be enclosed in the same envelope and postmarked on or before the application deadline date of JUNE 15, 2012.
2. Scholarship application must be complete when received. The following are required in order to receive consideration:
a. Copy of completed Scholarship Application
b. Copy of completed Financial Statement
c. Certification blocks must be signed by school official, applicant and parent or guardian.
d. Three Letters of recommendation.
3. Mail completed application, attachments and financial statement to:
JIM HURLBERT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
PO BOX 5205
LINCOLN NE 68505-0205
NOTE: Application materials cannot be returned. All applications will be shred after judging is completed.
4. Incomplete applications will not receive consideration. The sponsors and American Legion personnel are not responsible for acquiring any data or forms for applicants. Do not include materials not specifically requested, such as folders, a resume, and pictures. There are no provisions for eligibility criteria waivers.
5. Scholarship winners will be notified via first class mail by August 1, 2012.
Application deadline is JUNE 15, 2012

American Legion Maynard Jensen Memorial Scholarship

1. Applicants must be sons or daughters, grandchildren or great-grandchildren, adopted or stepchildren of members of Department of Nebraska, The American Legion or POW, MIA, KIA, or any veteran that was a current Legion member at time of death.
2.Applicants must be a high school graduate or be earning sufficient credits to graduate from high school at the conclusion of the spring 2012 semester, or be enrolled full time in a Nebraska post-secondary institution as of March 1, 2012, application deadline date.
3. Applicants must be enrolled or in the process of being enrolled full time in an accredited NEBRASKA institution of higher education to include university, college, or technical school, public or private.
4. Selection of recipients will be made based on the following:
a. ALL questions answered or N/A indicated.
b. Financial need.
c. Academic achievement.
d. Extracurricular activities.
5. Department of Nebraska American Legion Scholarship Committee will evaluate
applications and select recipients.
6. Scholarships must be used at the beginning of the academic year immediately
following notification of awards. Use cannot be delayed nor can awards be held for future use or transferred to other individuals. Scholarship must be used at school
indicated on application.
7.Scholarship stipends will be sent to the institution of the recipient’s attendance to be held for use in their name for tuition and fees, books, room and board only. Should the recipient drop out of school, any unused money must be returned to the Department of Nebraska, American Legion.
8. Contact financial aid office to determine how a scholarship might affect other funding.
9. Winners will be announced through The Nebraska Legionnaire and letters to
selectees. Recipients will receive scholarship funds allotted as follows:
$250 awarded first semester
$250 awarded second semester
(In the case of trimesters or quarters, scholarship funds will be distributed accordingly.)
Directions:
1. Completed application and required certifications must be enclosed in the same envelope and postmarked on or before the application deadline date of
March 1, 2012.
2. Scholarship application must be complete when received. Attachments are not acceptable. The following are required in order to receive consideration:
a. Copy of completed Scholarship Application. (2 pages)
b. Copy of completed Financial Statement. (2 pages)
c. Certification blocks must be signed by school official, applicant, and parent or guardian.
d. A school seal or an official rubber stamp must be affixed to school
certification.
3. Mail completed application & financial statement to: MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
PO BOX 5205
LINCOLN NE 68505-0205
Note: Application materials cannot be returned.
4. Incomplete applications will not receive consideration. The sponsors and
American Legion personnel are not responsible for acquiring any data or forms for
applicants. Do not include materials not specifically requested, such as folders,
a resume, pictures, recommendations, transcripts, etc. There are no provisions for eligibility criteria waivers.
5. Scholarship winners will be notified via first class mail by April 15, 2012

Financial Meeting for PHS Parents of Seniors

Parents of Pleasanton High School seniors are invited to participate in an information presentation by EducationQuest Foundation of Kearney, Lincoln, and Omaha, on Monday, November 7th, beginning at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will connect by distance learning to EducationQuest, and will discuss a variety of topics related to scholarships, grants, loans, and work study programs. Parents will be given tips and guidelines about completing the FAFSA (Federal Application for Financial Student Aid). Mr. Bednar will also discuss a variety of scholarship programs and search engines on the web.

Susan G. Komen For the Cure Scholarship

Deadline: November 15, 2011
Applicant Qualifications:
1) Must have lost a parent / guardian to breast cancer, or be a breast cancer survivor diagnosed at 25 years or younger.
2) Must be a high school senior, college freshman, sophomore or junior.
3) Must plan to attend a state supported college or university.
4) High school and / or college GPA of 2.8 or higher.
5) Must be a U.S. citizen.
6) Must be no older than 25 years old by May 2012.
7) Never at any time have been subject to any disciplinary action by an entity.

KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program

The KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program is looking for high school seniors with financial need and an entrepreneurial spirit to qualify for the KFC Colonel’s Scholarship Program. Awards are up to $20,000 for tuition, fees, textbooks, room and board. To qualify, graduating seniors must:
A) earn a minimum high school cumulative GPA of 2.75
B) enroll in a public college or university within their state of legal residence
C) plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree
D) be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
E) demonstrate financial need
The program is accepting applications between December 1, 2011 and February 8, 2012 at www.kfcscholars.org. For questions, visit the website or call 1-866-DFC-7240.

Scholarship Links at Education World

Be sure to check out the many scholarship applications at http://www.educationcorner.com/financial-aid-scholarships.html

Dr. Pepper Tuition Giveaway

To complete the application process, a student must upload a 60 second or less video clip of themselves explaining why they need a scholarship from the Dr. Pepper Tuition Program. For complete details, please visit http://www.drpepper.com/promotions/football/rules/
All videos must be:
1. in one of the following video types: .avi, .mov, .mpg, .mp4, mpeg or .wmv
2. no more than one (1) minute in length and 50 megabytes in size
3. your original creation
4. suitable for publication

Videos will be judged on:
1. appropriateness to theme of college football and tuition
2. inclusion of Dr Pepper
3. impact of tuition prize on your life
4. overall presentation quality

The application process ends December 31, 2011.

10 Scholarships Posted On National Site

The Huffington Post has ten scholarships listed on their website. You can check them out at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/07/10-scholarships-you-can-a_n_999739.html or at http://www.hercampus.com/career/10-scholarships-you-can-apply-right-now-0?page=2

1. “Advice to Your High School Self”, January 31 Deadline, $2500
2. “Do Good, Look Good”, October 15 Deadline, $500
3. “Win Free College Tuition” Sweepstakes, January 2 Deadline, $10,000
4. “Your Point of View” Contest, November 1 Deadline, $300-$1000
5. “PossibilityU”, October 13, $5000
6. “Lead With Your Heart”, December 31, $5000
7. “$1,000 Weekly Scholarship”, $1000 Given Weekly
8. “$20,000 Sweet Diggity Dawg”, $20,000, January 15
9. “Monthly Scholarship by Scholarshippoints.com”, $10,000 Given Monthly
10. “I Don’t Want to Pay for College”, $1000, October 31 Deadline

Scholarships Posted on Scholarship Mentor Site

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United States Senate Youth Program
National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts – YoungArts Program
Williams-Mystic Essay Contest in Honor of Joseph Conrad
CIA Undergraduate Scholarship Program
Project Bridge
Horatio Alger Scholarship Program
Coca-Cola Scholars Program
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
Voice of Democracy Audio Essay
Bennington Young Writers Competition