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Abbott and Fenner Annual Scholarship –The A&F Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post- secondary institution. Apply here: http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm

 

Academic All-State by Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence – An Academic All-State scholar is a student who has demonstrated academic excellence and who has excelled within his or her own particular learning environment.Oklahoma public high-school principals and superintendents are eligible to nominate currently enrolled seniors who meet any one of the following five criteria:

1) composite ACT score of at least 30*

2) combined SAT Evidence-Based Reading & Writing and Math score of at least 1340*

3) National Merit Scholarship Program semi-finalist

4) National Achievement Scholarship Program semi-finalist

5) National Hispanic Scholar Awards Program semi-finalist

Apply here: https://ofe.secure-platform.com/a/page/academic_all_state 

 

AMVETS National Scholarship Program– Eligibility requirements: 1) must be entering at the college freshmen level in the upcoming fall semester. 2) Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. 3) Must be the child or grandchild of a US Veteran. 4) Must be a US citizen. 5) Must demonstrate academic achievement and financial need. Scholarship applications may be obtained by visiting www.amvets.org/am-vets-in-actions/scholarships/.

 

“B. Davis Scholarshp”- Visit http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm for more information.  Scholarship deadline is May 22, 2017.

 

Best Buy Dollars for Scholars– Open to seniors living within 100 miles of a Best Buy Store.  Senior must have made extraordinary volunteer contributions to their community.  Applications can be downloaded from the web site:  http://www.bestbuy.com/scholarships.

Burger King Scholarship– Must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.  The senior must work an average of 10 hours per week.  The senior must participate in community service and/or co-curricular activities.  The senior must demonstrate financial need and must be able to obtain written recommendations. http://bkmclamorefoundation.org/

Coca-Cola Scholars Program– Awards 50 four-year $20,000 scholarships and 200 four-year $10,000 scholarships to seniors based upon academic achievement, their capacity to lead, and their hours of dedicated community service.  Apply online at:  www.coca-colascholars.org.

College Scholarships and Grants for Veterans – Many college scholarships and grants available for veterans.  Get more information online at http://www.usnewsuniversitydirectory.com/articles/the-gi-bill-and-beyond_13730.aspx#.VrpNpBgrK1s.

Discover Card Tribute Award– Must be an 11th grader with a 2.75 GPA or higher for the 9th – 10th grade and demonstrate leadership, are actively contributing to their communities and have e4xperienced and overcome a significant obstacle in their lives.  Download the application at:  http://www.discover.com/student-loans/scholarships/award.html.

Elk’s scholarship-There are two scholarship opportunities available for students.  The student does not have to be from an Elk family to apply for the Most Valuable Student Scholarship.  All students can apply.  The second scholarship is for a student whose family member is an Elk.  The family member could be father, mother, or grandparent.  For further information go to http://www.enf.elks.org/scholarships or come by the counselor’s office.

First Family Federal Credit Union- Scholarship application is available on the First Family website www.firstfamilyfcu.com.

The Frances Koop Parsons/AT&T Pioneers Memorial Scholarship– Assists Oklahoma students in obtaining their education goals. Family income may not exceed $50,000. Available at: www.okhighered.org.

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Great Plains Association of College Admissions Counseling Scholarship– The application is found on the website www.gpacac.net.  You must also attach a personal essay.  Must have a minimum of 3.5 GPA and an ACT score between 22 and 28.

Green Home Improvement Scholarship – HomeAdvisor is challenging students to break new ground in green home improvement by offering a scholarship every year to one student. High school seniors accepted to a college or trade school or any student currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at any accredited college, university or trade school in the United States are qualified to apply by submitting a 1,000 to 2,000 word essay. Go to: www.homeadvisor.com/r/scholarships/#.vsOU4ts6270.

Hagan Scholarship--$40,000 over four years.  Requirments--1. resident of an eligible state 2. attended as a junior and senior an eligible high school 3. must be a student in the current high school graduating class 4. must heave achieved a 3.5 CGPA or higher 5. must score 23 or higher on the ACT 6. Must enroll in college the fall semester following high school 7.  Must work 240 hours in the 12 months prior to the start of the academic year of college. 8. Must complete the FAFSA in the current school year and EFC must be less than &7,500. 9. Must apply for eligible Federal and State grants. 10. Must not have been convicted of a felonly.  www.hsfmo.org.

Higher Education Academic Program Scholastic Award, The Dream Institute– The Dream Institute is dedicated to enriching and increasing the success of higher educational experience of students with disabilities through a threefold approach:  academic, professional mentorship, academic assistance and scholastic awards.  Catch the DREAM at: www.dreaminstitute.org

Horatio Alger Association Scholarship Program– National Scholarships – One Hundred Five $20,000 scholarships will be awarded, based upon financial need, involvement in extra-curricular and community activities and academic achievement.  Family adjusted gross income of $50,000 or less is preferred and GPA of 2.0 or higher is required.  Apply online at:  http://scholars.horatioalger.org/

JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship– Application package is available at http://www.jaycesfoundationofok.org/applications.htm or http://www.usjcisenate.org.

KFC Scholars–$20,000 scholarship.  To apply, go to:  http://www.kfc.com/about/kfc-foundation.

McAlester Scottish Rite Charitable and Educational Foundation– Seniors must enroll in and carry at least 14 credit hours each semester their freshmen year of college. Applications available in March.

National Black Nurses Association, Inc. Scholarship Program – Scholarships ranging from $1,000 – $6,000 for NBNA members currently enrolled in a nursing program.  Find more information at http://www.nbna.org/content.asp?contentid=82

National Hispanic Health Foundation Scholarship – The National Hispanic Health Professional Student Scholarship Program  is the only national scholarship program targeted at Hispanic students who are committed to careers in health care and enrolled full-time in dental, medical, nursing, public health, and policy schools.  Find out more information at http://www.nhmafoundation.org/index.php/scholarship-program

National Merit Scholarship Program– After the 11th graders take the PSAT exam in October, then approximately 50,000 students across the nation who have the highest selection index scores are encouraged to continue to next phase of the selection.  To learn more: http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing.

Native American Scholarships - Muscogee Creek Nation:  www.muscogeenation-nsn.gov Cherokee Nation: www.cherokee.org, Choctaw Nation:  www.choctawnation.com.

NCAA Clearinghouse– Any senior interested in participating in College Division 1 or 11 needs to register at www.ncaaclearinghouse.net.  You may have ACT scores sent to the Clearinghouse by using the code 9999 under sending scores when you register.

Okmulgee Service League— Scholarship application is available on the website: http://osl951.wix.com/okmserviceleague

​Oklahoma Heritage County Scholarships– Students must take an exam to compete for scholarship money.  Open to 9th, 10th, 11thand 12th grade students.  The preliminary scholarship exam will be objective and deal with the history and geography of Oklahoma.  The final exam will be essay and deification Go to:  www.oklahomaheritage.com under the scholarship tab.

OSIG Oklahoma Schools Insurance Group– Award twelve scholarships to twelve graduating seniors who attend OSIG member schools.  The three finalists from each state quadrant will be vying for a $2,000, $1,500 or $1,000 scholarship. (Will be available in counselor’s office)

Prudential Spirit of Community Awards– Recognizes middle and high school students who have demonstrated exemplary community service.  State Honorees (1 middle school, 1 high school) win an award of 1,000, a trip to Washington, DC and a chance to complete for national honors.  National Honorees (5 middle school, 5 high school) win $5000 and a grant of $5000 for a nonprofit charitable organization of their choice. To apply:  www.prudential.com/spirit.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program– Must have a minimum ACT composite of 32 and be a legal resident of Oklahoma.  http://www.ed.gov/programs/iduesbyrd/index.html or www.sde.state.ok.us.

Ron Brown Scholar Program– 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 exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need. Ten four-year $40,000 is awarded each year.  Application is online at: www.ronbrown.org.

 

The Rover College Scholarship – $1,000 scholarship; must take survey and write an essay on “Sharing Economies.”  Find more information  athttps://www.rover.com/blog/rover-college-scholarship/.

 

Selective Service– Attention all 17 and 18 year old male students.  If you are not registered with Selective Service, you must do so within 30 days of turning 18.  It is the law.  www.sss.gov.

 

Shutterfly Scholars/Computer Science Scholarship – scholarship for computer science majors, and part of the money goes back to your community.  https://www.shutterfly.com/computer-science-scholarship/

 

Twin Scholarship NEO, Miami, OK– Must be twins planning to attend NEO at Miami, OK. For more information, visit: www.neo.edu.

 

Tylenol Future Care Scholarship – Scholarships ranging from $500 – $10,000.  Find more information at http://www.tylenol.com/sites/tylenol/files/2015-16%20TYLENOL%C2%AE%20Future%20Care%20Scholarship%20FAQ%5B2%5D.pdf.

United States Senate Youth Program– 11th or 12th grade students must take an exam-prepared each year by the professor political science – on designated Saturday at a nearby college. Ten students with the highest scores will be interviewed by a panel of judges in Oklahoma City. These judges will select the 2 students to represent the state. Go to www.ussenateyouth.org.

Wal-Mart Scholarship– Applications will be available online from November to January.  Apply online at www.applyists.net.