Nova Southeastern University President's Scholarship. AWA (Automotive Women's Alliance) Foundation Scholarships

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1 Mrs. LaCkore in the BRACE office at for application materials if no web address is provided or if additional information is needed. This is not a complete listing of all scholarship opportunities. Check other sources on the Internet, employers and the college or technical school you plan to attend! BEWARE of scholarship scams! Never pay for a scholarship opportunity. Legitimate companies never guarantee or promise scholarships or grants. SCHOLARSHIP Nova Southeastern University President's Seniors who plan to attend NSU as a full-time student. Meet the requirements of a Bright Futures (FAS). 3.5 core WGPA, 100 hours of service & 29 ACT or 1290 SAT (Reading & Math). More at: Full Tuition Firs Come First serve AWA (Automotive Women's Alliance) Foundation s Female Seniors that solicit passion and drive for the automotive industry. Minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA. US Citizen or permanent resident. For more information and to apply, go to: Automotive $2500 Awarded Quarterly FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid All College Bound Students in their last year of high school, and each year after. Apply online to be considered for federal and state student grants, work-study and/or loans. Completed 2013 tax-return for summer funding and completed 2014 tax-return for fall funding) More at: Grants, Ongoing Work-study and/or Loans Broward League of Cities Broward County Seniors who plan to pursue a major in public administration, political science or other government-related field. Minimum 2.5 GPA. Essay. Transcript. Info and application at: Gov related $1000 February 11 Florida Engineering s Graduating Seniors who will graduate from a Florida high school. Minimum 3.5 GPA. ACT and/or SAT scores. Plan to enroll in an engineering program at an accredited College or University. Transcript. For more info and to apply, go to: Engineering $2500 February 13

2 RISE Seniors with a learning disability who have shown determination, selfadvocacy and success in overcoming their difficulties and pursing a post-secondary education. 2.5 GPA or higher. Letter of Recommendation. Information and application at:http: //risescholarshipfoundation.org/ $2500 February The PEO (Philanthropic Educational Organization) Star A graduating senior female who exhibits excellence in leadership, extracurricular activities, community service, academics and potential for future success. Min. cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Essay. Letters of recommendation. org/about-peo-star-scholarship-star Up to $2500 Febraury Stossel in the Classroom's Essay Contest High School Students. Essay Contest words in length on "Overregulation" segment. For more information, go to: Varies February DAR Richard & Elizabeth Dean Graduating Seniors with an initial 4.0 GPA. Statement of 1,000 words or less setting forth career objectives. Transcript. At least two letters of recommendation. List of Extra Curricular Activities. Proof of Citizenship. Visit BRACE office for application. $5,000 renewable February DAR Dr. Aura-Lee Pittenger & James Hobbs Pittenger American History Graduating Seniors who plan a concentrated study of American History or American Government. Statement of 1,000 words or less setting forth career objectives. Transcript. At least two letters of recommendation. List of Extra Curricular Activities. Proof of Citizenship. Visit BRACE office for application. Political Science $2,000 renewable February DAR Lucinda Beneventi Findley History Graduating Seniors who demonstrated advanced interest in history. Minimum 3.25 GPA. Statement of 1,000 words or less setting forth career objectives. Transcript. At least two letters of recommendation. List of Extra Curricular Activities. Proof of Citizenship. Visit BRACE office for application. Histroy $2,000 February

3 DAR Caroline E Holt Nursing Seniors who plan to enroll in an accredited school of nursing. Financial Need. Statement of 1,000 words or less setting forth career objectives. Transcript. At least two letters of recommendation. List of Extra Curricular Activities. Proof of Citizenship. Visit BRACE office for application. Nursing $1000 February DAR Occupational/Physical Therapy Seniors who plan to enroll in an accredited school of occupational therapy (including art, music or PT). Financial Need. Statement of 1,000 words or less setting forth career objectives. Transcript. At least two letters of recommendation. List of Extra Curricular Activities. Proof of Citizenship.Visit BRACE office for application. Occupation al/ Phsyical Therapy $1,000 February National Co-Op Program Seniors planning to attend a participating Co-op university (Drexel, Clarkson, SUNY Oswego, Johnson & Wales, Kettering, U of Cincinnati, Rochester Institute of Technology and more) Minimum 3.5 GPA. Essay. Information and application at: NA $24,000- $30,000 February Jackie Robinson Foundation Minority high school seniors. Plan to attend an accredited college or university. Leadership Potential.Dedication to Community Service. Financial Need. Minimum 21 ACT or 1000 SAT (Reading & Math). For more information and to apply, go to: Varies February FAEDS William J. English Senior who is a resident of Florida. US Citizen. Minimum 2.5 Grade Point Average. Planning to attend an accredited Florida public or private college and planning tomajor in computer science and/or information technology related field. Application available at: Computer Science or Related Field $3,000 February AFA Teens for Alzheimer's Awareness College Seniors who plan to enter a 4-year college or university. 1,200 to 1,500 word Essay: "How has Alzheimer s disease changed or impacted your life? What have you learned about yourself, your family and/or your community in the face of coping with Alzheimer s disease?" More at: $500, $1,000, $2,500 & $5,000 February

4 Stossel in the Classroom's Essay Contes High School Students. Essay Contest words in length on "Over regulation" segment. For more information, go to: Varies February 17 Ernest Wooler Broward County Seniors who plan to attend a technical program of study with plans to receive a technical certificate or associates degree. Demonstrate character, leadership and financial need. See Mrs. LaCkore for application Full Ride February 17 Michael Yasick ADHD Students who are diagnosed with ADHD who are pursuing higher education. For more information, and to apply, go to: Varoes February 18 Broward College Honors Institute Irm's 100 First time in college students who are admitted to the BC Honors Institute in their first term at BC. Minimum standardized test scores (22 ACT Composite - minimum 22 Reading, 21 English, 21 Math) or (1170 SAT - minimum 550 Reading,550 Math). Interview in mid- April. Stackable Tuition plus a book supplement February 20 Omega Psi Phi Eta Nu Schoalrship Graduating Senior and attended a Broward County School for at least 3 years. Need official transcript. 2 letters of recommendation. documentation of community service and extracurricular activities. 1 page essay on economic empowerment leading to social and political change in America. Student Aid Report from FAFSA. Include a senior picture. See LaCkore for application $500- $1000 February 20 Vegetarian Resource Group College s Senior who has shown compassion, courage, and a strong commitment to promoting a peaceful world through a vegetarian diet/lifestyle. Transcript. Letters of Recommendations. For more, go to: $5000 February 20

5 Buick Achievers Program Seniors who plan to enroll full-time at an accredited four year college or university. Plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business with an interest in the automotive industry. For more, go to: Engineering technology, design or business Up to $100,000 February 27 Friends of 440 Fund Chicano Organizing & Research In Education (CORE) Senior. Min 2.7 WGPA. Dependent of a worker who was injured in the course and scope of their employment and receive benefits under the Florida Workers' Compensation Law and who reside or whose accident occurred in the State of Florida. More at: Undocumented Students of Latino Descent. Graduate from a US High School. Demonstrate Financial Need. Demonstrate academic Potential and Promise. For more information and application, go to: Varies February 28 $500 February 28 American Chemical Society Scholars Program Seniors. African American, Hispanic or American Indian who want to enter the fields of chemistry and or chemistry related fields. Financial Need. 3.0 GPA or better. Letters of Recommendation. For more, go to: scholarships/acsscholars/apply.html Chemistry Up to $5000 March 01 Florida Gulf Coast University Foundation s Seniors who plan to attend Florida Gulf Coast University. Foundation s are awarded on the basis of academic achievement, financial need, and/or other specifications set by donors. For more information, go to: Undergraduate/scholarships.html Varies March 01 American Legion s s for Eagle Scout of the Year, JROTC Cadet of the Year, and General for direct decedents of American Legion members. For more info, go to: $500 to $2500 March 01

6 The State Farm Good Neighbor Graduating Senior. Plan to attend an accredited 2 or 4-year college, university or technical school. GPA of 2.5 to 3.2 on a 4.0 scale. US Citizen. Demonstrate financial need. More at: scholarshipamerica.org/statefarmgoodneighborscholarship/ $2500 March 02 National Council of Jewish Women Broward County Jewish Women enrolled in 11th or 12th grade. Essay indicating why they believe they have the potential to become a Jewish leader of tomorrow. Social Activism. Leadership. Community Service. Obstacles Overcome and GPA. Visit BRACE office for application. $1000 March 06 Morris J and Betty Kaplun Foundation Essay Contest Grades 10, 11 & 12. Essay Contest: What Is It that Jews of All Degrees of Religious Observance have in Common that Binds Us Together? For more, go to: org/upload/essay.html $750 and $1800 March 06 Florida Restaurant & Lodging Assoicaiton - Broward County Hospitality Broward County Seniors who plan to pursue a career in the hospitality and tourism industry. Minimum 2.75 Grade Point Average. Essay. You will find the survey at Hospitality $500, $1,000 & $2,000 March 06 Broward County Chiefs of Police Association Graduation Seniors who are pursing degrees in Criminal Justice or related field and is a dependentof a law enforcement officer in Broward County. Scholastic Achievement. Economic Need. GPA. Community Involvement. Visit BRACE office for application. Criminal Justice related $00 renewable March 13 National Academy Foundation Alumni Business s Graduation Seniors. Academy of Finance Students. Pursuing further education in business and/or financial services. 3.0 GPA or better. For more information and application go to: Business $00 March 13

7 Kohl's Cares Program Students between the ages of 6 and 18 and not yet a high school graduate. Outstanding Volunteer Actions. Nominators must be 21 or older. For more information, go to: $50 gift card, $1,000 & $10,000 March 13 Carl H Grisham & Laura Estella Grisham Broward Seniors who plan to attend an accredited college or university. Minimum 4.75 cumulative weighted grade point average through 1st semester of senior year. Transcript, Test Scores, Resume. See Mrs. Siwek for application. $2000 March National League of American Pen Women - Fort Lauderdale Branch Female Senior who plans to major in Art, writing, or music related fields and attend anaccredited college or university. For Art: http: //nlapw-ftl.com/_achievement.html For Writing: : http: //nlapw-ftl.com/_achievement.html For Music: http: //nlapw-ftl.com/_achievement.html Art $1000 March Seminole Club of Broward County 20 Broward County Senior who is entering Florida State University on a full-time basis to pursue a Bachelors Degree. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Demonstrate Financial Need. Community Involvement and Participation in School Activities. See BRACE for application. Varies March 16 Stonegate Community Service Award and Broward County Seniors who have exhibited superior community service involvement during their high school career. Minimum 3.0 GPA Eligible for free or reduced lunch. Resume. Recommendation From. Visit BRACE office for application. $1000 March 16 Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Chi Psi Omega Chapter Graduating Senior who plans to attend a Historically Black College or University. Minimum 2.0 GPA. Financial Need. Leadership Abilities. School, Church and Community Activities. Good Character. For application, visit BRACE office. Varies March 20

8 Hispanic Fund College General College s Graduating Seniors of Hispanic Heritage. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Plan to attend an accredited 4-year university. US Citizen or Eligible Non- Citizen. Complete FAFSA. Opens 1/1/ For more information and to apply, go to: $500- $5000 March 30 Isaac Bruce Foundation Broward County Public School Graduating Senior. Minimum 2.0 GPA. 500 Word Essay: "How the Isaac Bruce Foundation Will Assist Me in Fulfilling My College Goals". Two letters of Recommendation. Resume. Visit BRACE office for nomination request. Varies March 30 Women of Self-Worth -God's Gift Female. Broward County Senior. African American Decent. Planning to attend any 2 or 4-year college or university in the state of Florida. Minimum 2.0 GPA. Essay. Resume. Photo. Transcript. Visit BRACE office for application. Varies March 31 Southeast Florida Knight Broward County Seniors who plan to attend UCF. Minimum 3.0 GPA Earned under 29 college credits in high school. Essay. Recommendation Letter. Transcript. com/scholarships#southeast-florida-knight-scholarship $750 March 31 Waneta Bullock/Rose Annunziato Broward County Public School Seniors. Plan to attend an accredited college or university. Major in Education. Short Essay indicating future plans and aspirations. Need of Financial Assistance. Essay. Transcript. See Mrs. Siwek in the BRACE office for consideration. Education $1000 March Congressional Art Competition Exceptional Artist of Paintings, Drawings, Collage, Prints, Mixed Media, Computer-generated art or Photography. For details and forms, visit Mrs. LaCkore in the BRACE office. Display Art in Capitol & trip to Washington DC Varies April 01

9 Florida School Counselor Association Florida High School Seniors. Essay Contest. One page essay providing detailed information on the impact your school counselor has on you. For rules and entry form, go to: Miami HEAT Broward County Seniors. Minimum3.2 GPA. Test Scores. Letters of Recommendation. Demonstrate excellence in academics & community service. Financial Need. Information and application at: nba.com/heat/community/community_education_scholarships.html $500 April 03 Varies April 04 Miami HEAT Dr. Jack Ramsay Broward County Seniors. Minimum3.2 GPA. Test Scores. Letters of Recommendation. Demonstrate excellence in academics & community service. Financial Need. Information and application at: nba.com/heat/community/community_education_scholarships.html $5000 April 04 Miami HEAT Alec Kessler Student-Athlete Broward County Seniors. Participate in a Sport. Minimum 3.2 GPA. Test Scores. Letters of Recommendation. Demonstrate excellence in academics & community service.financial Need. Information and application at: mmunity_education_scholarships.html $5000 April 04 ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Math & Science s African American and Hispanic Seniors who plan to pursue college degrees and careers in science, technology, engineering and/or math as a full-time student at a four-year institution. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Information and application at: STEM $5000 April 08 Miramar Pembroke Pines Chamber of Commerce Senior living in Pembroke Pines or Miramar. The will be awarded on the basis of eligibility, participation in school and involvement in community activities, as well as scholastic achievement. Two letters of recommendation, High School Transcript, Personal statement, Copy of SAT or ACT scores. See Mrs. LaCkore for app $500 to $3,000. April 10

10 Broward County Gator Club Seniors that have been accepted and will attend UF in the Fall are eligible. $00 April 10 NSU President's In-State Seniors who plan to attend NSU as a full-time student. Meet the requirements of a Bright Futures (FAS). 3.5 GPA, 100 hours of service & 29 ACT or 1290 SAT (Reading & Math). Apply early, limited available. Visit BRACE office or go to: edu/financialaid/scholarships/index.html Full Tuition and additional $1,000 for housing April Becca's Closet Involvement Drittel Family for Becca's Closet Involvment Becca's Closet Spirit of Generosity Graduating Senior. Outstanding contribution to his or her local community through the involvement in a Becca s Closet chapter. Plan to attend an accredited 2 or 4 year college, technical school or university. Info and application at: Broward, Miami-Dade or Palm Beach County Senior. Outstanding contribution to his or her local community through the involvement in a Becca s Closet chapter. Plan to attend an accredited 2 or 4 year college, technical school or university. Info and application at: Graduating Senior. Outstanding contribution to local community through any volunteer action Financial Need. Plan to attend an accredited 2 or 4 year college, technical school or university. Info and application at: $1000 April 17 $1000 April 17 $1000 April 17 Broward Principals and Assistants Association Offspring Graduating Senior who is a son or daughter of a member of the BPAA organization. Statement. Transcript. Two Letters of Recommendation. Visit BRACE office for application. $1000 April 21

11 Broward Principals and Assistants Association Prospective Educators Graduating Broward Senior who is planning to pursue a career in the field of Education. Statement. Transcript. Two Letters of Recommendation. Visit BRACE office for application. Education $1000 April 21 American Muslim Alliance of Florida s Graduating Florida Seniors who plan to attend college as a full-time student. Minimum 3.0 grade point average. Transcripts. Two Letters of Recommendation. Essay. BRACE for application. $500 & $1000 April 30 Ayo and Iken Children of Divorce Seniors, parent's must be divorced and check out application and further requirements at May 01 Ramon Looby Excellence in Leadership Male or female senior interested in joining historically black sorority or fraternity. 3.0 GPA.At least 00 on SAT or 21 on ACT. Financial need. $500 May 04 Ramon Looby First Responder Endowment Senior planning to enroll in an EMS, Police Academy or Fire Academy. Financial need. Special consideration given to children of first responders. Public Safety $500 May 04 SunTrust Sweepstakes Seniors who plan to attend an accredited college or university. Two winners are chosen every two weeks from October 31st until May th. For information and to register, go to: html $500 May 14

12 Broward Education Foundation Program (BRACE!!!) Open to all Broward County Public School Seniors who plan to attend 4-year,2-yearortechnicalcolleges. Online application and follow-up in April/May with College Award Letter and Student Aid Report (Result of FAFSA). More at: org/ Many from $1,000 to Full-Tuition May Best Short Story Contest for students who are in the US on asylum or as refugees Write and submit your best fiction short story. Must be an Asylee (foreigners who cannot live in their home country and have suffered on account of their race, religion, nationality, membership is a specific social group or political opinion). Find application at www. asyleesasauthors.org Up to $5,000 May Madge Lewis Seniors. Florida Residents. Plan to attend an accredited college or university in the US. Financial Need. Transcript. Two Letters of Recommendation. W2 Forms from Parents. 500 word essay. Information and application at: $500 and renewable May Mometrix College s Seniors who plan to attend an accredited college or university for the academic school year. Essay Contest. In 2000 characters (400 words), tell us what test preparation practices work best for you and why. For more info, go to: $1,000, $2,000 & $5,000 May 22 CareerSource Broward Youth Program Graduating Seniors. Eager to complete a career program in two years or less while working as a paid intern. In need of financial assistance. For more information, go to: Tuition and Paid Internship May 30 Abbott and Fenner High School Juniors and Seniors who plan to attend an accredited college or university. 500 to 1000 word Essay Contest - Topic at website. Go to: $1000 June

13 Colleges Sports Recruiting Seniors who plan to attend an accredited college or university. Competed in a sport at the high school level. 1,000 word Essay Contest on a time you were a leader and what you learned. For more and to apply, go to: com/scholarship.htm $1000 July 01 Cooperative Living Organization Low Cost Housing for incoming University of Florida and Santa Fe Community College students. Information and application at: N/A Low-cost housing Ongoing Southern Foundation, Inc. Rent Free Housing for students admitted to FSU, UF, FAMU, or FGCU. Motivation, demonstrated through the awards and activities list submitted. Financial Need. Min. 3.0 GPA. Essay. Community Involvement. Letters of recommendation. Information and application at: N/A Low-cost Living Ongoing AWA (Automotive Women's Alliance) Foundation s Female Seniors that solicit passion and drive for the automotive industry. Minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA. US Citizen or permanent resident. For more information and to apply, go to: Automotive $2,500 Awarded quarterly Common Knowledge Foundation Open to all high school students. Tournament style academic quiz competition that turns High School subjects into scholarship opportunities. Quizzes offered September through May. Go to: N/A Varies Ongoing United Negro College Fund Awarding 10,000 students each year through 400 scholarship and internship programs so that students from low- and moderate-income families can afford college tuition, books and room and board. Go to: N/A Varies Ongoing

14 Handy Students in grades 9-12 who at any point in their lives have been removed from their families, or who are being raised by someone other than their biological parents or who have received services from the Department of Children and Families or the Guardian Ad Litem Program a/k/a Foster Care. More at: Awards to purchase books Ongoing Hospital Opportunity Students who plan to attend BROWARD COLLEGE and have careers in the Health Field. Once graduated, scholarship recipients work for a two-year employment commitment at one of the sponsoring hospitals. Visit each hospital online. Memorial Healthcare System, Broward Health, Kindred Hospital of SFL, & Hospital Corp of America Up to $6000 Ongoing College Tuition Exemption Children that are adopted through the Department of Children and Families after May 5, 1997, may be eligible to receive up to four years of college tuition waiver at Florida public universities, colleges and vocational training schools. For more, go to: Full Tuition Ongoing Check out these FREE Internet Databases collegenet.com N/A Varies Ongoing