February scholarships: Ohio State University Alumni Club of Pittsburgh is offering merit based scholarships to incoming freshman at Ohio State University through the Alumni Scholars Program (ASP). To receive an award students must: Be admitted to the university Be an incoming freshman Be residents or attend high school in the Greater Pittsburgh area Exude strong scholastic ability and character Have a record of performance in activities both in school and in the community Preferably ranked in the top 10% of their high school class The Ohio State University Alumni Scholars Program (ASP) is intended to provide recognition and financial assistance to outstanding incoming freshman How to Apply: Applications and transcripts must be received by: Friday, February 6, 2015 On line scholarship application: http:// pittsburghbuckeyes.alumni.osu.edu One (1) $2000 and (2) $1000 merit based scholarship will be awarded in June. University of Pittsburgh Health Career Scholars Academy Application to the UPHCSA is offering two student enrichment programs. The applicant must be a current sophomore or junior (age 15 18) in a secondary school or home schooled. The applicant who accepts an invitation to attend the program must commit to being in residence for the full 28 day program. Completed application must be returned by February 16, 2015 See guidance for more details. Contact information: Website: www.hcsa.pitt.edu Phone: 412 647 8129 Email: narkevickd@upmc.edu
GOOD ORTHODONTICS is offering an in house scholarship program for high school seniors. This is open to PAST and PRESENT patients. The Smile Scholarship ($500.00) is awarded by Drs. Bob and Rob Good. Essay How my GOOD smile has influenced my life Eligibility Requirements: Past or present patient of Good Orthodontics High school senior Graduating in 2015 Essay submitted in 500 words or less Deadline is February 15, 2015 Please submit your essay to one of our offices. B.Kenneth Simon Free Enterprise Scholarship This scholarship is valued at $24,000 and is awarded over the course of four years of study to an incoming freshman at Robert Morris University. Students must: Demonstrate financial need. Be sponsored by a faculty member at their school. Possess a 3.0 cumulative grade point average. Have a combined minimum SAT score of 1100 (math and critical reading parts only) or a 24 ACT score. Students who meet the criteria will be required to participate in a scholarship orientation session in the early spring, and generate an original, thoughtful, research paper that will address a chosen topic related to the U.S. Constitution. Please see your guidance counselor for more information. Research paper Deadline: February 2, 2015 Duquesne University Tamburitzans can provide talented and enthusiastic students with the opportunity to showcase their music, dance and singing skills with the world while studying at a top university in a field of their choice. Over $15,000 in scholarship aid is awarded to individual students each year. Upcoming auditions for 2015 will be held: When: Wednesday, February 4, 2015 Where: Tamburitzans Administration Bldg. 1801 Blvd of the Allies Pittsburgh, PA 15219 For further information please visit www.tamburitzans@duq.edu
ASM International Pittsburgh Golden Triangle Chapter is offering a scholarship to a graduating senior. Its "Owen M. Katz High School Scholarship is available. The award is tailored for a student who is entering the field of engineering, with interest in the Metallurgy or Material Science field. Please stop into the Guidance Office for details. The scholarship amount is $1,500.00. This award is supported by locally owned and operated industries. The organization is also hosting a Materials Camp for juniors and seniors. To receive more information on this great opportunity, visit www.asmfoundation.org. College bound and Community minded. We applaud you. Let us help!!! We encourage you to apply for The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program. We encourage the following to apply: High school seniors and current undergraduates Those who plan to enroll full time at a four year college or university in 2015 2016 Those who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business, with an interest in the automotive industry Visit our website for more information:www.buickachievers.com Application deadline: February 27, 2015 (5:00 EST) The Legion is also offering an essay contest for students in grades 9 12. The topic is "Should the Supreme Court be Appointed or Elected?" It must be 500 to 1,000 words. The local school winner will be determined and will be submitted to the local American Legion Post. The P ost will determine a winner for Washington County. Successful essay contestants will continue to the state level for evaluation where three place winners will be awarded $3,500.00 for 1 st place, $3,000.00 for 2 nd place and $2,500.00 for 3 rd place. Interested students should visit www.palegion.com and stop in the Guidance Office for further information. The Pennsylvania American Water Company is offering a $2,000.00 scholarship to a senior who is entering the field that is critical to water and water waste industry. Students need to live in a Pennsylvania American Water service areas and plan to attend a two or four year college or technical school for fields of study in consideration include: environmental science, environmental engineering, biology or chemistry. Students must have a 3.0 overall grade point average minimum. Students who meet these qualifications should stop in the Guidance Office for more information and visit www.pennsylvaniawater.com to find the application details. Look for Stream of Learning Scholarship application.
The 2015 PACB (Pennsylvania Association of Community Bankers) is offering a scholarship to children whose parent is an employee of a member bank for at least the past two years. This $1,000 scholarship is renewable for three additional years if QPA qualifications are maintained. High school seniors must be planning to attend an accredited college, university, or community college on a full time basis. Applications must be postmarked no later than February 13, 2015. There are numerous scholarships available through the "Big 33" Scholarship Foundation. Seniors who are planning to continue their education beyond high school are asked to visit www.big33.org to learn more about these opportunities and to apply. This is an on line application and students who apply are asked to notify and consult your Counselor for details regarding the procedure and process. Deadline to apply is February 27, 2015. The Blackwood Music Scholarship is designed to award students who intend to pursue a career in instrumental music performance with monies for furthering their education. Scholarship awards range from $5,000.00 to $3,000.00. Criteria include academic achievement, musical talent, and motivation to succeed in the field of musical performance. Financial need is considered. Information is available at www.blackwoodmusic.org or through the Guidance Office. Mr. Dayton also has this information. Applications must be postmarked no later than February 1, 2015. The Asian American Heritage Committee of the Federal Executive Board of Pittsburgh is offering its Outstanding Asian American Student Award to students who are in grades 11 and 12. Criteria for selection will be based on scholastic achievement, extra curricular activities, community service, essay and references. Applications are due. Three students will be selected from each ethnic group by the committee; one will be the highest honor and two will be honor awardees. Visit the guidance office for more information. Deadline: February 6, 2015 Annually, the Pennsylvania Association of Housing and Redevelopment Agencies (PAHRA) provide a scholarship program to benefit high school students who wish to continue their education. The scholarship is for $2,000. The criteria includes: must have City of Washington residency during the last 12 months, which has a low and moderate income population in excess of the 51% required, 2. Have a household family income that does not exceed 80% of the median for the Pittsburgh MSA (see your counselor for specifics), 3. Plan to pursue education in an accredited vocational/technical course, trade school certification, college or university degree program in the state of Pennsylvania, 4. Have a minimum of a 2.5 grade point average during entire high school years.
AXA Achievement Community Scholarship Up to 375 winners nationwide Scholarships of $ 2,500.00 Apply by: February 1, 2015 Only the first 10,000 applications will be accepted APPLY EARLY!!!!! Visit: www.axa achievement.com To learn more and apply online.