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1 s Criteria Deadline Amount Contact Information Dr. Reatha P. Polk /Ebony Society High School seniors must have a minimum 2.50 GPA and a combined SAT minimum score of 1400 (Math/ Reading/Writing) or a composite ACT score of 18 (Math/Reading). Applicants must also be enrolled in a college or university by the Fall of 2015 March 21, 2015 Awards will vary but will be used for tuition, books fees etc. TBD Applications are available in the Career Center PMI / Montgomery County Maryland Chapter The PMI is open to all high school seniors with a minimum 2.75 GPA and planning on attending college. March 25, 2015 $1,000 Applications Are available in the Career Center The Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Potomac Valley Alumni Chapter This scholarship is open to All high school seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA, planning on attending a four year college or university, whose family gross income does not exceed $75,000. Tuesday, March 31, 2015 $1500 Applications are available in the Career Center

2 Pan Hellenic Council of Montgomery County Theresa C. Suggs/Roy T. Lyons The Pan Hellenic Council of Montgomery County is accepting applications for students planning on attending an HBCU (Historically Black College or University. Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA. March 31, 2015 will vary. Applications are also available in the Career Center. (BIG) Blacks In Government Seniors must have a minimum 2.75 GPA. One scholarship will be offered to a senior majoring in Engineering and One scholarship will be offered to a senior regardless of the major. March 31, 2015 will vary. Please grace.hazlett@gmail.com for applications and further information. Legacy of Life Essay & Legacy of Life Video s Seniors must submit a persuasive essay and or video convincing a specific community to register to be an organ or tissue donor. March 31, 2015 $1,000 $3,000 Elks Vocational s These scholarships are for seniors seeking certification as plumbers, electricians, beauticians, culinary arts, etc., and are non college or university bound. March 31, 2015 Awards will vary. 7LGDdnRta21iQlBUanM&usp=drive_web Please return all applications to Ms. Harris who will obtain the Endorsement of a Lodge in MD as indicated on page one of the application.

3 Esperanza Legal residency or citizenship is Not required for this scholarship. Seniors must have been born outside the US or have two parents who were born outside of the US. Applicants must be planning on attending a 2 year or 4 year college or university. April 1, 2015 $5,000 $20,000 National Naval Officers This scholarship is open to high school seniors planning on attending a 2 year or 4 year college or university regardless of major. recipients are under no obligation to join, or affiliate with the military unless stipulated by the scholarship sponsor. April 4, 2015 Minimum $1,000 Applications are available in the Career Center Alfred Street Baptist Church Foundation This scholarship is open to all Seniors planning on attending a 4 year college or university, with a minimum 2.75 GPA and have a demonstrated commitment to community service. Must be a US citizen. April 10, 2015 $1,000 $20,000 Applications are also available in the Career Center The National Capital Environmental Program / Federal Water Quality Graduating Seniors planning on pursuing an environmental career and plan to attend a 4 year college or university leading to a bachelor s degree in the environmental sciences or engineering. April 13, 2015 $2,000 Applications are available in the Career Center

4 North Bethesda Rotary Seniors planning on attending Montgomery College, needing financial assistance with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicants must interview for this scholarship. April 14, 2015 TBD Applications are available in the Career Center.Please see Ms. Harris The Clare and Robert Moore Seniors planning on attending Notre Dame of Maryland University majoring in English and or Theater. April 15, 2015 $1,000 Black Nurses Founders Applicants must be African American with a minimum 2.8 GPA, planning on attending an accredited college or university and enroll in a Nursing program. April 15, 2015 will vary. Applications are available in the Career Center and must be postmarked by April 15 th. Black Nurses Margaret A. Pemberton Applicants must be African American with a minimum 2.8 GPA, planning on attending an accredited college or university and enroll in a Nursing program. April 15, 2015 will vary Applications are available in the Career Center and must be postmarked by April 15 th.

5 Youth Community Leadership Awards Seniors must have a minimum 260 hours of community service learning activities by the end of their junior year. April 15, 2015 $1,000 Applications are also in the Career Center CHCI Award Latino seniors may apply for this scholarship. There is no GPA or academic major requirement. Applicants must be US citizens, lawful permanent residents, asylees, or individuals who are lawfully authorized to work full time without restriction. April 16, 2015 $1,000 towards an AA Degree $2,500 towards a Undergraduate Degree (AFCEA) Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Washington D.C. Chapter Seniors must be a U.S. citizen planning on attending a 4 year college and major in a full time STEM program. April 25, 2015 Amounts will vary. Washington Metro Chapter Community Institute (WMCCAI) This scholarship is open to high school seniors living within a community association (i.e., homeowners association, condominium association or cooperative association). Applicants must enroll in a 4 year college or university, community college or a vocational school. All materials must be received no later than 5:00pm EST, April 30, $1,000

6 Board Of Trustees Academic Specialty s This scholarship is for high school seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA planning on attending Montgomery College. It covers one full year tuition and fees and is based on academic achievement and potential, not financial need. April 30, 2015 Tuition & Fees up to 15 credits a semester. Applications are available in the Career Center Or by PDF at Nordstrom Program This scholarship is open to high school JUNIORS who have a minimum 2.7 GPA and plan on attending a 4 year college or university. Applicants must also plan to apply for financial assistance and have participated in community or volunteer activities. May 1, 2015 $10,000 Ira Dorsey /Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity A graduating Male senior who has contributed to his school and community. Paper applications are available in the Career Center. May 1, 2015 $1,500 and or a single renewable 4year $1,500 Postmarked and mailed to: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Xi Alpha Lambda Chapter Ira Dorsey Endowment Fund Att: Mr. Melvin E. Cloud P.O. Box Alexandria, VA USHYEE STEM Grant (U.S. Hispanic Youth Entrepreneur Education) Seniors must be Latino with a minimum 2.75 GPA and planning on attending a public or private college or university in the state of Maryland and pursue a major in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math. May 4, 2015 Up to $5,000 over a period of 4 years.

7 Bowie State University Alumni Seniors must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and attend Bowie University. May 15 th Fall Semester September 15 th Spring Semester $1,000 ($500 each semester for Freshman Year) Please see Ms. Harris for an application. Aspiring Fashion Professional Students interested in obtaining a degree in Fashion Design. June 1, 2015 $1,000 * Information will be located at the bottom of the page. Aspiring Animation Professional Students interested in pursuing a degree in Animation. June 1, 2015 $1,000 * * information will be located on the right side of the page. Just Drive College Sports Recruiting (CSS) This scholarship for seniors requires you to submit a creative project that demonstrates the dangers of distracted driving. The project should send a memorable message and inspire young people to put their phones down and pay attention to the road. High school seniors who have played a sport and are planning on attending college may apply for this scholarship. Essay is required. June 30, st place New Laptop 2 nd & 3 rd prizes Tablets July 1, 2015 $1,000