Scholarship OpportunitiesScholarship opportunities are available for all high school students. They are listed by due date. New ones are
highlighted in blue. Submit a
request for a transcript from Ms. Smith at least three days prior to the due date.
October
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. International High School Essay Contest-National First Place-$5,000; Second Place-$3,000;
Third Place-$2,000; Fourth Place-$1,000; Local $200. College-bound seniors are eligible. Must complete first page
information, write essay of between 700 and 750 words, and submit to a local chapter. Revised-For more information go to
www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship or http://www.oppf.org/essay-contest.asp. Due Date: Postmarked or time
stamped on email by 10/21/2016, Midnight
Horatio Alger National Scholarship Program-Up to 106 $25,000 scholarships. Seniors who are U. S. citizens and have at least
a 2.0 GPA and critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income) are eligible. Also, must be involved in co-
curricular and community activities and have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity. Must
complete online application. For more information and application go to https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/.
Due Date: 10/25/2016, 5:00 p.m. ET
Voice of Democracy 2016-2017 Patriotic Audio Essay Contest-Prizes and scholarships awarded at Post, District, state, and
national level. Top scholarship is $30,000. Awards based on originality, content, and delivery. Ninth through twelfth grade
students are eligible. Must submit entry form and write and record on CD or flash drive an original 3-5 minute essay on "My
Responsibility To America." (The body of the essay must not identify you in any way, although the recording and typed essay
should be labeled with your name.) For more information and entry forms go to https://www.vfw.org/Community/Voice-of-
Democracy/. Due Date: To Ms. Smith by 10/28/2016, 2:15 p.m.
Coca Cola Scholars Program-150 $20,000 scholarships. Seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA at the end of the junior year are
eligible. Rewards leadership and excellence through academic achievement, extracurricular activities, and community
service. For more information and applications go to http://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/applicants/the-process/.
Due Date: 10/31/2016
Unigo Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship-$2,000. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later
than the fall of 2022 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are eligible. Must register and submit
online response in 250 words or less to "Imagine that your high school/college has been overrun with Zombies. Your math
professor, the cafeteria ladies and even your best friend have all joined the walking dead. Use your brain to flesh out a plan
to avoid the Zombies, including where you would hide and the top 5 things you would bring with you to stay alive." For
more information and to apply go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/zombie-apocalypse-scholarship.
Due Date: 10/31/2016
Duck Brand Duct Tape #StickorTreat Contest-First Place -$1,000; Second Place-$500; Third Place-$250. Legal residents who
are 18 or older at time of entry are eligible. Must decorate and/or accessorize a Halloween themed pumpkin (real or
artificial) using Duck Tape® brand duct tape and submit online by going to
www.stickortreat.com and submit via a public Twitter or Instagram account one color photograph of the completed project;
entrant's first name, last name, email address and zip code; and include the hashtag #StickorTreat and mention
@theduckbrand. For more information go to http://duckbrand.com/Promotions/StickOrTreat. Due Date: 10/31/2016,
11:59:59 p.m. ET
November
Ron Brown Scholar Program-$40,000 scholarships ($10,000 a year). African-American seniors who will make significant
contributions to society are eligible. Must excel academically, exhibit leadership potential, participate in community service
activities, and demonstrate financial need. Complete application, provide two letters of recommendation and an official
transcript, write two essays of about 500 words each, and list activities and honors. For more information and applications
go to https://www.ronbrown.org/section/apply/program-description. Due Date: Postmarked by 11/01/2016 for
consideration for Ron Brown Scholar Program and limited number of additional scholarship providers; Postmarked by
1/09/2017 for Ron Brown Scholar Program only
10/21/2016
Daughters of the American Revolution, Choctawhatchee Bay Chapter, Christopher Columbus Essay Contest-Ninth through
twelfth grade students are eligible. Essays judged for historical accuracy, adherence to topic, organization of materials,
interest, originality, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and neatness. For more information contact Carey Hicks, American
history chairman, at 724-552-9699 or at [email protected]. Due Date: 11/01/2016
Florida Southern Merit-Based Scholarships-Seniors applying for admission to Florida Southern are automatically considered
for merit-based scholarships. For more information go to http://www.flsouthern.edu/undergraduate/financial-aid.aspx.
Due Date: Early Decision 11/01/2016; Regular Decision 3/01/2017
NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing-Female high school students who have outstanding aptitude and interest in
computing, proven leadership ability, academic performance, and plans for post secondary education are eligible. Must
register, complete application, have U. S. Tax Identification or Social Security Number, and provide parent/guardian approval
and educator endorsement. For more information and applications go to https://www.aspirations.org/. Due Date:
11/07/2016, 11:59 p.m. EST
Prudential Spirit of Community Awards--$1,000 for one high school state honoree; an additional $5,000 for five high school
national honorees and a $5,000 grant from The Prudential Foundation for a nonprofit charitable organization of their
choice.. Fifth-twelfth grade students who are or have been engaged in a volunteer activity partly within the twelve months
prior to the application are eligible. Applicants judged on initiative, effort, impact, and personal growth. For more
information and applications go to https://spirit.prudential.com/. Due Date: 11/08/2016
Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship--$2,500. To be eligible must be seniors who are U. S. citizens with documented learning
disabilities and financial need and who plan to be enrolled in two-year community college, vocational or technical training
program. Must complete application and provide transcript, three letters of recommendation, financial statement, and proof
of LD. For more information and applications go to http://www.ncld.org/scholarships-and-awards. Due Date: 11/13/2016
Anne Ford Scholarship--$2,500 a year, renewable for three more years. To be eligible must be seniors who are U. S. citizens
with documented learning disabilities, have at least a 3.0/4.0 GPA, plan to be enrolled in full-time bachelor's degree
program, and have financial need. Must complete application and provide personal statement, transcript, three letters of
recommendation, financial statement, test scores, and proof of LD. For more information and applications go to
http://www.ncld.org/scholarships-and-awards. Due Date: 11/13/2016
Washington University in St. Louis Danforth Scholars Program-Full-or partial tuition scholarships, renewable. Seniors must
be nominated by a guidance counselor to be able to apply to the Danforth Scholars Program. Applications will be sent to
students after nomination materials received. Up to forty applicants will be selected to attend an interview weekend to
compete for scholarships. Based on merit, community service, high moral character, and leadership. Need is considered. For
more information see Ms. Smith in the Media Center. Due Date: Nomination forms and recommendation letters due by
11/15/2016; Student applications by 1/15/2017
Birmingham Southern College-$13,000-$28,000. Seniors planning to attend Birmingham Southern are automatically
considered for merit-based scholarships. Other scholarships are also available. For more information and applications go to
http://www.bsc.edu/admission/apply.cfm. Due Date: Early action by 11/15/2016 (In addition, Birmingham
Southern is a Raise.Me partner school. Ninth through twelfth grade students are eligible to sign-up and add
achievements to earn scholarships to attend BSC. Go to https://www.raise.me/ for more information.)
Unigo Education Matters Scholarship-$5,000. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are legal U. S. residents
and will enroll no later than fall of 2022 in accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online response
in 250 words or less to "What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn't matter, or that college is a waste of
time and money?" For more information go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/education-matters-
scholarship. Due Date: 11/30/2016
10/21/2016
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship-Up to 500 four-year scholarships ranging from $1,000-$12,500
per year. Seniors who are U. S. citizens are eligible. Based on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. Must complete
application, write essay of 500 words or less, and provide ACT/SAT scores, transcript, and exhibits (optional). For more
information and applications go to http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.cfm. Due Date: Application period 9/01/2016-
11/30/2016; Must deliver application to Elks Lodge nearest applicant's home
Smithsonian.com's 14th Annual Photo Contest-Grand Prize-$2,500. Photographers ages 18 years or older are eligible. Must
submit requested information and up to 15 photographs in all categories online at smithsonian.com/photocontest. Photo
entries judged based on creativity, quality, originality, responsiveness to the prompt and overall impact, except that the Eco-
Skies Sustainable Travel Leadership Award judging will evaluate the photo and accompanying caption using the above
criteria and the Readers' Choice award will be determined based on which of the finalists receives the most votes. For more
information go to http://www.smithsonianmag.com/photocontest/. Due Date: 11/30/2016, 11:59 p.m. EST
Dish Scholarship--$1,000. Seniors with a 2.5/4.0 GPA who are U. S. citizens or permanent legal residents and are planning to
enroll in an accredited college/university in fall of 2017 are eligible. Must write 600-1,000 word essay, cite two professional
references, and submit online. Applicants judged on creativity, thoughtfulness, insight and how well promote post. For more
information go to http://www.dishpromotions.com/scholarship/. Due Date: 11/30/2016, 11:59:59pm PST
Odenza Caption Scholarship-$500. Seniors with at least a 2.5 GPA who are planning on attending a post-secondary
institution in Canada or the U. S. in fall of 2017 are eligible. Must submit a caption in the comment section of any post on the
Odenza Facebook page. Ensure #OdenzaCaption is at the end of caption/comment.
For more information go to
https://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/13572/odenza_caption_scholarship_scholarship.php. Due Date:
11/30/2016
Good360 Sustainability Scholarship--$1,000. Seniors with a 3.3 GPA and an interest in sustainability and the environment
are eligible. Must complete entry form, write 200-300-word essay explaining what sustainability means to you, and on
Instagram post photo (include #Good360) and essay, or on Twitter post essay and link to photo (include @Good360). For
more information and entry forms go to https://good360.org/sustainability-scholarship/. Due Date: 11/30/2016
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship-Thirty to forty awards of up to $40,000 per year, renewable. Seniors with at least a
3.5 unweighted GPA who score in top 15% on ACT (26) and/or SAT (1200-old score), have significant unmet financial need,
and plan to attend an accredited four-year college in the fall are eligible. Must complete application, write essays, and
submit official transcript, test scores, financial form and parents'/guardians' tax returns, two academic recommendations,
and principal/guidance counselor form. For more information and applications go to http://www.jkcf.org/scholarship-
programs/college-scholarship/. Due Date: 11/30/2016, Noon ET
December
Air Force ROTC Scholarships-Three- and four-year scholarships in three different types. Seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA and
ACT (composite) of 26 or SAT (math/verbal) of 1180 who meet physical requirements are eligible. Must complete online
application. Once receive confirmation email must download, complete, and upload forms to website. Forms include
counselor certification/transcript, extracurricular activity sheet, physical fitness assessment work sheet, and ACT/SAT scores
and GPA. Also, must interview. For more information and to apply go to https://www.afrotc.com/scholarships. Due Date:
Application period 6/01/2016 to 12/01/2016; Forms uploaded by 1/12/2017
Boston University Trustee Scholarship--Four-year full-tuition scholarship and undergraduate fees. Seniors who show
outstanding leadership and academic abilities are eligible. Must complete Common Application for admission to BU and
write essay of 600 words or less explaining perspective when responding to one of three questions. For more information go
to www.bu.edu/admissions/trustee. Due Date: 12/01/2016
10 Words or Less Scholarship-$500. Students between ages of 14 and 25 who are legal residents and attending school in fall
of 2017 are eligible. Must go to www.facebook.com/myscholarships, find on left hand side of the page area entitled "10
Words or Less Scholarship" and in comment section underneath the "10 Words or Less Scholarship" answer the question. For
more information go to https://www.studentscholarships.org/easy.php. Due Date: 12/01/2016
10/21/2016
American Quarter Horse Foundation Scholarships-Amounts vary depending on scholarship. Seniors are eligible if meet
criteria for individual scholarship. Awards based on academic achievement, financial need, American Quarter Horse
involvement, outstanding leadership, and communication skills. Must complete application and provide official transcript
and letter explaining grading system, and 3 reference letters or appraisal forms). For more information and applications go
to https://www.aqha.com/scholarship. Due Date: Postmarked by 12/01/2016
University of Virginia Jefferson Scholarship-Full scholarships including tuition, living expenses and enrichment;
approximately $240,000 for Non-Virginians; based on merit. Seniors who possess exceptional ability in leadership and
scholarship and who show promise of making a significant contribution are eligible. FWBHS may nominate one senior. Once
nominated, students are placed into regional competitions which will determine the 120 finalists who will be invited to
Charlottesville for the Jefferson Scholarship Selection Weekend in late March. For more information go to
http://www.jeffersonscholars.org/scholarship. See Ms. Smith if interested. Due Date: Nomination by 12/01/2016
Letters about Literature Contest-National Winner-$1,000 and National Honor Winner $200; State Winners awarded prizes.
High school students are eligible. Must complete entry coupon, select a fiction or non-fiction book, poem or play have read
and about which have strong feelings, and write a personal letter to the author, stating how reading his/her work changed
you. For more information and entry coupons go to http://read.gov/letters/. Due Date: 12/02/2016
Doodle 4 Google-National Winner-$30,000 scholarship; $50,000 Google for Education grant for winner's school; trip to
California to Google Headquarters; Chromebook; Android tablet; and t-shirt printed with own design; National Finalists-
$5,000 scholarships; trip to California to Google Headquarters; Android tablet; and t-shirt with own design; State Winners-
Android tablets; t-shirts with own design. Kindergarten through twelfth grade students who are U. S. citizens or permanent
legal residents are eligible. Must complete entry form, create doodle using theme "What I see for the future" and write 50-
word statement. For more information go to https://doodles.google.com/d4g/. Due Date: 12/02/2016
University of Florida Lombardi and Stamps Scholar-Scholars receive $2,700 each fall and spring semester for 8 semesters or
until the Bachelor's Degree is awarded (whichever comes first); four summer enrichment programs, which include two
international study trips, leadership training, and a community service retreat. Seniors who rank at or near the top of their
class are eligible. Awards based on academic achievement, service to the community, extracurricular involvement,
demonstration of leadership, evidence of strong moral character, and exceptional creativity. Preference given to Florida
residents. Must complete the Student Information on Nomination form and turn in to Ms. Smith by Friday, December 2nd,
2:00 p.m. Two students may be chosen to represent FWBHS. Those two students must complete application and attach four
short response documents, letter of recommendation, nomination form, and authorization to release information form. For
more information, nomination forms and applications go to http://www.honors.ufl.edu/prospective/lombardi-or-stamps-
scholarships/applications/. Due Date: Student Information on Nomination form to Ms. Smith by 12/02/2016, 2:00 p.m.
(Two FWBHS students' applications postmarked by 1/20/2017)
University of South Florida Kosove Society Scholarship-Tuition, fees, funds for textbooks and course materials, housing and
meal plans each semester, and additional costs; renewable. Seniors with a 3.5 GPA and 1250 SAT or 28 ACT who are planning
to attend USF are eligible. Awards based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership skills. Must complete
application, write essay, provide two-three letters of recommendation, and interview. For more information and applications
go to http://www.usfkosovesociety.org or email LaToya Wider at [email protected]. Due Date: 12/12/2016
Foot Locker Scholar Athletes-Twenty $20,000 scholarships; One of the twenty receives additional $5,000. To be eligible must
be seniors involved in sports; be U. S. citizens or permanent legal residents; have a 3.0/4.0 GPA; and be planning to enter a
four-year college in fall of 2017. Must be nominated, create account, complete application, write two essays, and provide up
to two recommendations. Semi-finalists are interviewed. For more information and applications go to
https://footlockerscholarathletes.com/. Due Date: Nomination by 12/09/2016; Application by 12/16/2016, 5:00 p.m. EST
10/21/2016
AXA Achievement Scholarship--About 300 AXA branch $2,500 scholarships; Fifty-two state $10,000 scholarships; and ten of
the state winners receive additional $15,000 scholarships. Seniors who are U. S. citizens or legal residents planning to enroll
in an accredited two- or four-year institution are eligible. Must also demonstrate ambition and drive as evidenced by
outstanding achievement in school, community or work-related activities. Must register, create an application account, and
complete student profile and application. For more information and applications go to https://us.axa.com/axa-
foundation/AXA-achievement-scholarship.html. Due Date: 12/15/2016; first 10,000 applications accepted
Burger King Scholars Program-$1,000-$50,000. Seniors with a 2.5 GPA who plan to enroll as full-time students are eligible.
Awards based on grade point average, work experience, extracurricular activities and/or community service. Must create
account, complete application, and provide transcript. For more information and applications go to
https://bkmclamorefoundation.org/who-we-are/burger-king-scholars-program/. Due Date: Application period 10/15/2016-
12/15/2016
SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design) Challenge-Senior Challenge-Three winners from each challenge-1st Place-
$7,000, renewable; 2nd Place-$5,000, renewable; 3rd Place-$2,500, renewable. Junior Challenge-Three winners from each
challenge-1st Place-$1,200; 2nd Place-$750; 3rd Place-$350. Seniors and juniors are eligible to compete for scholarships.
Seniors must complete an application for admission and submit work in the SCAD Senior Challenge categories in SlideRoom.
Juniors must complete application to attend SCAD Rising Star and submit work in the SCAD Junior Challenge categories in
SlideRoom. For more information go to http://www.scad.edu/admission/financial-aid-and-scholarships/scholarships/scad-
challenge. Due Date: Online Application by 12/15/2016, 5:00 p.m. ET; Artwork by 2/03/2017, 5:00 p.m. ET
Foot Locker Scholar Athletes-Twenty $20,000 scholarships; One of the twenty receives additional $5,000. To be eligible must
be seniors involved in sports; be U. S. citizens or permanent legal residents; have a 3.0/4.0 GPA; and be planning to enter a
four-year college in fall of 2017. Must be nominated, create account, complete application, write two essays, and provide up
to two recommendations. Semi-finalists are interviewed. For more information and applications go to
https://footlockerscholarathletes.com/. Due Date: Nomination by 12/09/2016; Application by 12/16/2016, 5:00 p.m. EST
NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award--Ninety-five $2,000 scholarships; three $5,000 scholarships; two $15,000 scholarships.
Seniors who own and operate small businesses and plan to enroll in accredited (not for profit) two- or four-year universities,
colleges, or vocational/technical institutes are eligible. Must complete application and write essays on entrepreneurial
experience and involvement with small business. Semi-finalists will be interviewed. For more information and applications go
to http://www.nfib.com/foundations/yef/yef-programs/young-entrepreneur-awards/. Due Date: 12/18/2016
Unigo Top Ten List Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are legal U. S. residents and
will enroll no later than fall of 2022 in accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online response in
250 words or less to "Create a Top Ten List of the top ten reasons you should get this scholarship." For more information go
to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/top-ten-list-scholarship. Due Date: 12/31/2016
Unigo $10,000 Scholarship-$10,000. Students ages 13 or older at time of application and legal U. S. residents are eligible.
Must enroll no later than the fall of 2022 in a post-secondary institution of higher learning and submit online essay of 250
words or less on "Weighing the expected investment and return, is college worth it for you? Why?" For more information go
to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/Unigo-10k-Scholarship. Due Date: 12/31/2016
Imagine America High School Scholarships-$1,000 scholarships. FWBHS may nominate up to five seniors (graduate 2017)
who have a 2.5 GPA and have demonstrated financial need and voluntary community service during senior year. Must
pursue education at participating career college and complete application online. For more information and applications go
to http://www.imagine-america.org/highschoolscholarships. Due Date: 12/31/2016
10/21/2016
National Rifle Association Civil Defense Fund Youth Essay Contest-First place-$1,000, second place-$600, third place-$200,
and fourth place-$100. Ninth through twelfth grade students are eligible in the senior division. Must complete entry form,
write essay of about 1,000 words on "What Does The Second Amendment Mean to You?" and include a written statement
from a teacher or parent certifying that the essay is original work. For more information and entry forms go to
https://www.nradefensefund.org/contests-scholarships.aspx. Due Date: Postmarked by 12/31/2016
Towing Companies of Southern Idaho Entrepreneurship Scholarship-$500. College students and high school seniors
planning to pursue a Business related degree or start own business are eligible. Must write essay of 500 words on "What are
the merits of the free enterprise system?" and complete application online. Judged on merit and need. For more information
and applications go to http://www.towingsouthernidaho.com/twin-falls-towing-service/#scholarship-application. Due Date:
12/31/2016
Coil Law High School Scholarship-$500. Seniors with a 3.0 GPA planning to attend a four-year college are eligible. Must write
essay of 1,000 words and provide transcript. Encouraged to submit resume and recommendation letters, also. For more
information and applications go to http://coillaw.com/practice-areas/salt-lake-city-divorce-attorney/#scholarship-
application. Due Date: 12/31/2016
School Band and Orchestra Magazine Essay Contest-Five $1,000 scholarships. Students in grades 9-12 are eligible. Must
complete entry form, respond in 250 words or less to "A Note To My Parents, I Love My School Music Program Because..."
and submit online. For more information and entry forms go to http://sbomagazine.com/essay-contest-submission.html.
Due Date: 12/31/2016
January
Ann Wood FSSDAR American Indian Endowment Fund Scholarship-Renewable. Seniors who are enrolled members of a
Native American tribe recognized at the federal or state level and Florida residents are eligible. Must complete application
and financial need form; write letter explaining career objectives; and provide two letters of recommendation; official
transcript; list of extra-curricular activities, honors received, scholastic achievements, and other significant accomplishments;
copy of birth certificate and proof of enrollment in Native American tribe at the federal or state level. (Check number of
copies for each.) For more information and applications go to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: To
Chapter Regent or Chapter American Indian Chairman by 1/01/2017
Young Patriots Essay Contest-First Place-$5,000; Second Place-$2,500; Third Place-$1,500. High school students are eligible.
Must read two specific articles, write essay of 1,200 words or less on "Are international free trade agreements in the best
interest of the United States? Why or why not?” Complete entry information, include bibliography (does not count in word
count, and email submission. For more information go to http://debate-central.ncpa.org/yp-17/. Due Date: 1/03/2017,
11:00 p.m. CT
John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest-1st Place-$10,000 prize; 2nd Place $1,000 cash award; Up to five finalists-
$500 each. Ninth through twelfth grade students are eligible. Must register online, write an original essay of 700-1,000 words
describing act of political courage by a U. S. elected official that occurred during or after 1956, and cite at least five selected
sources. For more information, registration, and submission go to https://www.jfklibrary.org/Education/Profile-in-Courage-
Essay-Contest.aspx. Due Date: Application period 9/01/2016-1/04/2017
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program-Approximately twenty $10,000 scholarships, renewable for three more years.
Seniors who are planning to attend an accredited four-year college/university and demonstrate academic excellence (at least
3.0/4.0 GPA), financial need, and exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship are eligible. Must register, complete
application and provide recommendation and documentation. Finalists are interviewed. For more information and
applications go to https://www.reaganfoundation.org/education/scholarship-programs/ge-reagan-foundation-scholarship-
program/. Due Date: 1/05/2017, 11:59p.m. CST (or until 25,000 applications submitted)
10/21/2016
Ron Brown Scholar Program-$40,000 scholarships ($10,000 a year). African-American seniors who will make significant
contributions to society are eligible. Must excel academically, exhibit leadership potential, participate in community service
activities, and demonstrate financial need. Complete application, provide two letters of recommendation and an official
transcript, write two essays of about 500 words each, and list activities and honors. For more information and applications
go to https://www.ronbrown.org/section/apply/program-description. Due Date: Postmarked by 1/09/2017 for Ron Brown
Scholar Program only
APIASF General Scholarship-Scholarship awards range from one-time $2,500 awards to multi-year $20,000 awards. To be
eligible seniors must be : of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity; a citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of the
United States; enrolling as an undergraduate student in a U.S. accredited college or university in the fall of 2017; and have a
minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale. Must complete application, provide one letter of recommendation online;
submit FAFSA, and write essays. For more information and applications go to http://www.apiasf.org/scholarship_apiasf.html.
Due Date: 1/11/2017, 11:59 p.m. EST
Florida State Elks Association Hope Scholarship-$3,000 to $10,000 scholarships. Seniors who are Florida residents and U. S.
citizens are eligible. Scholarship targets students who have maintained a 2.3-3.3/4.0 GPA (and are not in the top 10% of
graduating class), have demonstrated financial need, and leadership through participation in school activities, community
service, and citizenship. Consideration also given to students who help support family through employment. Must complete
application, write essay, and provide parental financial information, copy of 2015 IRS Form 1040/1040A, ACT/SAT scores,
official transcript, letters of recommendation, counselor report, and exhibits. For more information and applications go to
http://floridaelks.org/hope-scholarships. Due Date: 1/13/2017, midnight
JCI Senators Foundation of Florida Scholarship-Two $500 scholarships based on academic performance; those applications
will be forwarded to the U. S. JCI Senate Foundation for an additional $1,000 scholarship; $1,000 scholarship based on
academic performance and financial need. Seniors who are U. S. citizens, Florida residents, and graduating from a Florida
high school are eligible. Must complete application, write personal statement of 100-500 words; and provide up to 5
references, resume, FAFSA, and a transcript. For more information and applications go to http://www.fljcifoundation.org/fla-
jci-senators-scholarship.html. Due Date: Postmarked by 1/13/2017, midnight
Washington Crossing Foundation-Regional and national scholarships from $500 to $5,000, and an all-expense paid weekend
to Bucks County, PA for awards ceremony. Seniors planning careers of service in the United States local, state, or federal
government are eligible. Must complete application (cover page), write essay of 300 words or less, and provide letter of
recommendation, transcript, ACT/SAT scores, and other documentation. Need three copies of each. For more information
and applications go to http://www.gwcf.org/. Due Date: Postmarked by 1/15/2017
SAE Engineering Scholarships-SAE Foundation Sponsored-Amounts vary. Seniors who are pursuing an engineering or related
science degree at an ABET accredited program are eligible. Each scholarship has its own separate eligibility criteria. Must
complete application and provide an official transcript, ACT/SAT scores if not on transcript, and any additional
documentation. For more information and applications go to http://students.sae.org/scholarships/freshman/. Due Date:
1/15/2017
Mensa Education & Research Foundation Scholarships-Local, regional, and national awards from $300 to $1,000. Seniors
who are U. S. citizens planning to attend U. S. universities are eligible. Must complete application and write 550 words or less
essay. Emphasis on goal statement that includes specific information on experience or steps taken toward goal,
persuasiveness (e.g., how past achievements/experiences and future planning increase the probability of reaching goal), why
think will succeed, and also on grammar, spelling and punctuation. For more information and applications go to
http://www.mensafoundation.org/what-we-do/scholarships/scholarship-application/. Due Date: 1/15/2017, 11:59 p.m.
CST
Mensa Education & Research Foundation Scholarships-Local, regional, and national awards from $300 to $2,500. Seniors
who are Mensa members or IRS dependents of American Mensa members are eligible. Must complete application and write
550 words or less essay. Emphasis on goal statement that includes specific information on experience or steps taken toward
goal, persuasiveness (e.g., how past achievements/experiences and future planning increase the probability of reaching
goal), why think will succeed, and also on grammar, spelling and punctuation. For more information and applications go to
http://www.mensafoundation.org/what-we-do/scholarships/scholarship-application/. Due Date: 1/15/2017, 11:59 p.m.
CST
10/21/2016
J. Ollie Edmunds Distinguished Scholarship-Stetson University-Full tuition, fees, books, on-campus housing and board for
four years. Seniors with a 3.5/4.0 GPA and have ACT of 30 or SAT-I of 1350 are eligible. Must apply for admission, complete
scholarship application, write essay, and provide two-four references, official transcript, and nomination form. Finalists will
attend all-expenses-paid interview weekend. For more information and applications go to www.stetson.edu/edmunds. Due
Date: 1/15/2017
1800wheelchair.com Scholarship-Two $500 scholarships. Seniors ages 16 and older with a 3.0 GPA are eligible. No
requirement in terms of physical disability or ability. Must write 'visual poem,' in a style of choosing, on the theme of
overcoming a personal challenge. Limit 'visual poem' to an 8.5 in. X 11 in. piece of paper. Include personal statement that
gives idea of who are and how poem relates to a challenge faced. The poem and essay (combined) should be between 500
and 1,000 words. Submit transcript. For more information go to http://www.1800wheelchair.com/scholarship/. Due Date:
1/15/2017
University of Florida Lombardi and Stamps Scholar-Scholars receive $2,700 each fall and spring semester for 8 semesters or
until the Bachelor's Degree is awarded (whichever comes first); four summer enrichment programs, which include two
international study trips, leadership training, and a community service retreat. Seniors who rank at or near the top of their
class are eligible. Awards based on academic achievement, service to the community, extracurricular involvement,
demonstration of leadership, evidence of strong moral character, and exceptional creativity. Preference given to Florida
residents. Must complete the Student Information on Nomination form and turn in to Ms. Smith by Friday, December 2nd,
2:00 p.m. Two students may be chosen to represent FWBHS. Those two students must complete application and attach four
short response documents, letter of recommendation, nomination form, and authorization to release information form. For
more information, nomination forms and applications go to http://www.honors.ufl.edu/prospective/lombardi-or-stamps-
scholarships/applications/. Due Date: Two FWBHS students' applications postmarked by 1/20/2017
C-Span's Student Cam 2017-150 student and 53 teacher prizes, totaling $100,000 in cash. Students in grades 9-12 are eligible
and may work individually or in groups of up to three. Must produce a five-seven minute video documentary using C-SPAN
programming focusing on the topic “'YOUR MESSAGE TO WASHINGTON' What is the most urgent issue for the new president
and Congress to address in 2017?" For more information and entry forms go to http://www.studentcam.org/. Due Date:
1/20/2017, midnight PST
JCI Senators of Florida Foundation C. Richard Harrow Memorial Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors who are Florida residents and
graduating from a Florida high school are eligible. Must complete application, write personal statement of 100-500 words;
and provide up to 5 references, resume, FAFSA, and a transcript. For more information and applications go to
http://www.fljcifoundation.org/fla-jci-senators-scholarship.html. Due Date: Postmarked by 1/27/2017, midnight
Unigo I Have a Dream Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are legal U. S. residents
and will enroll no later than fall of 2023 in accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online response
in 250 words or less to "We want to know... what do you dream about? Whether it's some bizarre dream you had last week,
or your hopes for the future, share your dreams with us for a chance to win $1,500 for college." For more information go to
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/i-have-a-dream-scholarship. Due Date: 1/31/2017
February
Arts for Life-Twenty-five $1,000 scholarships; Matching in-kind scholarships of $1,000 minimum if attending one of Florida
institutions of higher learning. Seniors who demonstrate academic and artistic excellence in creative writing, dance, drama,
music, or visual arts are eligible. Must complete application, write essay, and submit portfolio of work. For more information
and applications go to http://artsforlifeaward.org/wordpress/apply/. Due Date: 2/01/2017, 11:59 p.m. PT
VMI (Virginia Military Institute) The Institute Scholarship Program-Awards from $5,000 per year up to and including full
tuition and fees, renewable. Seniors with a 3.7 GPA and ACT of 31 or SAT of 1350 are eligible. Must complete application for
admission and scholarship application, write two short essays, provide resume and official transcript, and interview. For
more information and applications go to http://www.vmi.edu/academics/scholarships/. Due Date: 2/01/2017
10/21/2016
Frank Kazmierczak Memorial Migrant Scholarship-$1,000. Migrant farmworker students or children of migrant
farmworkers who wish to pursue a career in teaching are eligible. Must complete application, write essay of 300-500 words,
and provide official transcript, two recommendation letters, and Migrant Education Certificate of Eligibility (COE). For more
information and applications go to
http://migrant.net/migrant/scholarships/kazmierczak.htm?mc_cid=fd887aa9e8&mc_eid=3316c4113d. Due Date:
2/01/2017
Elks National Foundation Legacy Award-Up to 250 $4,000 scholarships. Seniors who are children or grandchildren of dues-
paying Elks members are eligible. (Became members on or before 4/01/2013 and paid dues through 3/31/2016.) Based on
Elks' core values of knowledge, charity, community, and integrity. Must complete application online and provide transcript
and ACT/SAT test scores. For more information and applications go tohttp://www.floridaelks.org/legacy-award-scholarships.
Due Date: Application period 9/01/2016-2/03/2017, 12:00 p.m. (Noon) CST
SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design) Challenge-Senior Challenge-Three winners from each challenge-1st Place-
$7,000, renewable; 2nd Place-$5,000, renewable; 3rd Place-$2,500, renewable. Junior Challenge-Three winners from each
challenge-1st Place-$1,200; 2nd Place-$750; 3rd Place-$350. Seniors and juniors are eligible to compete for scholarships.
Seniors must complete an application for admission and submit work in the SCAD Senior Challenge categories in SlideRoom.
Juniors must complete application to attend SCAD Rising Star and submit work in the SCAD Junior Challenge categories in
SlideRoom. For more information go to http://www.scad.edu/admission/financial-aid-and-scholarships/scholarships/scad-
challenge. Due Date: Online Application by 12/15/2016, 5:00 p.m. ET; Artwork by 2/03/2017, 5:00 p.m. ET
We the Students Essay Contest--$5,000 cash and scholarship to Constitutional Academy; Six runners-up-$1,250 each; Eight
Honorable Mentions $500 each. (Other random drawings.) Students who are U. S. citizens or legal residents in grades eight
through twelve between the ages of 14 and 19 are eligible. Must register and write essay of 500-800 words. For more
information go to https://www.billofrightsinstitute.org/engage/students-programs-events/scholarship/. Due Date:
2/05/2017
Suzanne Gooder/WOTM Scholarship Program Scholarship-$2,500. FWBHS seniors with a 2.5 GPA who are planning to
attend full-time at an accredited Community College, College/University or Technical School are eligible. Must complete
application, write 500-600 word essay, and provide two letters of recommendation, photograph, and Student Data, and
Recommendation Form. May be interviewed. For more information and applications go to
www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: To Guidance by 2/10/2017, 2:00 p.m.
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution-Multiple Scholarships--(Includes the Richard and Elizabeth Dean
Scholarship-Two $5,000 scholarships, renewable). Seniors who are U. S. citizens and plan to attend an accredited college or
university in the U. S. are eligible. Must complete application; write essay on career objectives in 1,000 words or less; and
provide official transcript, two-four letters of recommendation, list of extracurricular activities, photocopy of U. S.
citizenship, financial need form (if required). A separate application must be submitted for each scholarship. Besides The
Richard and Elizabeth Dean Scholarship, there are others available for students planning to study American history, history,
horticulture, nursing, music, and occupational or physical therapy. For more information and applications go to
http://www.dar.org/national-society/scholarships/general-info or www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date:
Emailed by 2/10/2017
2017 AgVocator Scholarship Program-Two $1,500 scholarships for Escambia, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, and Walton students.
Seniors planning to attend college who are in good academic standing are eligible. Preference will be given to those seeking
career in agriculture, agribusiness, forestry, horticulture, veterinary medicine, or similar fields. Must complete application,
write essay, and provide official transcript, letter of recommendation, and resume. For more information and applications go
to www.farmcredit-fl.com or see Ms. Smith. Due Date: 2/13/2017
Fifteenth Annual National Co-op Scholarship Program-Seniors who have a 3.5/4.0 GPA and plan to attend one of the WACE
Partner Institutions (Clarkson University, Drexel University, Johnson & Wales University, Merrimack College, Rochester
Institute of Technology, State University of New York Oswego, University of Cincinnati, University of Massachusetts Lowell,
the University of Toledo, and Wentworth Institute of Technology). Must be accepted to WACE Partner Institution, complete
application, and write 200 word essay. For more information and applications go to http://www.waceinc.org/scholarship/.
Due Date: Most postmarked by 2/15/2017 (Check Scholarship Partners page for deadline exceptions.) Early applications
highly encouraged.
10/21/2016
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarships-Typically sixty scholarships up to $28,000/four years. Minority seniors who are U.
S. citizens planning to attend four-year college/university who show leadership potential and demonstrate financial need
and dedication to community are eligible. Must create account, complete application and FAFSA, write essays, and provide
letter of recommendation, ACT/SAT scores (at least ACT 21, SAT 1,000 on Math and Critical Reading), photo, and transcript, if
interview. For more information and applications go to
http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/?gclid=CPPu6a7or88CFdgDgQodlDAJiQ. Due Date: 2/15/2017
The Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship-One $10,000 and two $5,000 scholarships. Seniors who have shown
compassion, courage, and a strong commitment to promoting a peaceful world though a vegetarian lifestyle are eligible.
Must complete application, write essay, and submit transcripts or report cards from last two years, three or more
recommendation letters, and any documentation related to promotion of vegetarianism. For more information and
applications go to http://www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm. Due Date: 2/20/2017
27th Annual High School Poster Contest-First Place-$1,000; Second Place-$500; Third Place-$250; Up to five Honorable
Mentions-$100 each. High school students are eligible. Must complete entry form and create 16x20 poster interpreting the
theme "One Person Can Make a Difference." For more information go to http://www.christophers.org/page.aspx?pid=274.
Due Date: Postmarked by 2/27/2017
Unigo Sweet and Simple Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are legal U. S. residents
and will enroll no later than fall of 2023 in accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online response
in 250 words or less to "Not every gift has to be expensive or extravagant. In fact, sometimes it's the sweet and simple things
that make a real difference in our lives. Think back and tell us about something you received as a gift and why it meant so
much to you." For more information go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/sweet-and-simple-
scholarship. Due Date: 2/28/2017
2017 Jeffrey Scott Davey Scholarship-$1,000 scholarship. Seniors who are planning to attend a two- or four-year college are
eligible. Must choose scholarship category, complete application, write 500 word essay, and provide official transcript,
SAT/ACT test score verification, and sealed recommendation letter. The Art Submission to the JSD Aviation Art Contest will
be evaluated as additional points for the criterion/special talent, but is not required. For more information and applications
go to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 2/28/2017
Sueno Yoshida Foundation 2017 Scholarship-$1,000 scholarship. Seniors who have demonstrated academic excellence in
the fields of Art, Music, Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Sciences, Science, etc. are eligible. Must choose scholarship
category, complete application, write 500 word essay, and provide official transcript, SAT/ACT test score verification, and
sealed recommendation letter. For more information and applications go to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship.
Due Date: 2/28/2017
2017 Jeffrey Scott Davey Aviation Art Contest-Two $1,000 scholarships for seniors; all entrants receive prizes/gifts. Students
in grades 1-12 in U. S. schools are eligible. Must complete entry form and submit original artwork using the theme “The
Adventure of Flying Aircraft.” Seniors also need to complete the Sueno Yoshida Foundation Scholarship application, write
500 word essay, and provide required documents. For more information, entry forms, and scholarship application go to
www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. (Revised) Due Date: Postmarked by 2/28/2017
March
Southern Scholarship Foundation-Reduction in student expenses of approximately $12,100 per year; renewable. Seniors
who plan to attend UF, FSU, FAMU, FGCU, TCC, or SFC are eligible. Must have a 3.0 GPA and demonstrate outstanding
character, high motivation, and financial need. Scholarship recipients live cooperatively and are responsible for fair share of
basic household expenses (about $950 a semester). Must complete application online, write essay, and provide acceptance
letter from university/college, transcript, photograph, letters of recommendation, honors and activities list, and financial
information. Will be contacted for interview and tour. For more information and applications go to
http://www.southernscholarship.org/. Due Date: Priority deadline 3/01/2017
10/21/2016
The American Legion Department of Florida General Scholarship-1st-$2,500; 2nd-$2,000; 3rd-$1,000; 4th-7th-$500. To be
eligible must be seniors who are: attending a Florida high school and whose parents are Florida residents; and direct
descendants or legally adopted children of a member in good standing of the American Legion or a deceased U. S. veteran
who would have been eligible for membership in the American Legion. Must complete application and provide photocopy of
Veteran's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty or other government document showing time served on active
military duty during eligibility period(s). For more information and applications go to http://www.floridalegion.org/programs-
services/scholarships/. Due Date: 3/01/2017
The American Legion Eagle Scout-National-First-$10,000; Three runners-up-$2,500 each. State-1st Place- $2,500; 2nd Place-
$1,500; 3rd Place- $1,000; 4th Place- $500. High school students at least 15 years old at time of selection are eligible if:
earned Eagle Award and religious emblem; in troop chartered to an American Legion Post American Legion Auxiliary unit, or
Sons of The American Legion squadron; or member of a chartered Boy Scout Troop, Varsity Scout Team, or Venturing Crew,
and the son or grandson of a Legionnaire or Auxiliary member. Must complete application and provide transcript, photo in
uniform, up to six recommendation letters, and the required additional pages. For more information and applications go to
http://www.legion.org/scholarships or http://www.floridalegion.org/programs-services/scholarships/. Due Date: To
Department Headquarters by 3/01/2017
Emerald Coast Public Relations Foundation Scholarship--$1,000. Seniors with a 3.5 GPA who are U. S. citizens and reside in
Okaloosa, Walton, or Santa Rosa Counties and are planning to major in public relations, communication, marketing or
journalism are eligible. Must complete application, write 200-300 word essay and provide two recommendation letters and a
one-page summary of community, service, school and leadership activities. For more information and applications go to
http://ecpro.org/student-competition. Due Date: 3/01/2017
Troy University Academic, Alumni, Leadership, and Auxiliary Scholarships-Amounts vary. Seniors applying for admission to
Troy who meet qualifications are eligible. For more information go to http://www.troy.edu/scholarships/index.html. Due
Date: 3/01/2017
Florida Southern Merit-Based Scholarships-Seniors applying for admission to Florida Southern are automatically considered
for merit-based scholarships. For more information go to http://www.flsouthern.edu/undergraduate/financial-aid.aspx.
Due Date: Early Decision 11/01/2016; Regular Decision 3/01/2017
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Scout of the Year-National-1st Place-$5,000; 2nd Place-$3,000; 3rd Place-$1,000. High
school scouts at least 15 years of age who are registered, active members of a Boy or Girl Scout Troop, Venturing Crew, or
Sea Scout Ship who have received the Eagle Scout Award, Girl Scout Award, Venture Summit Award or Sea Scout
Quartermaster Award and who have demonstrated practical citizenship in school, scouting and the community are eligible.
Must complete entry form and provide photograph, resume of high school activities, scouting record, community service
record, and letters of recommendation to a local VFW Post. For more information and applications go to
https://www.vfw.org/Scout/. Due Date: To local VFW Post by 3/01/2017
Create-A-Greeting Card Scholarship Contest-$10,000 scholarship, $1,000 to winner's school. High school and college
students ages 14 or older who are legal residents are eligible. Must register, create card and submit online original work of
art, graphics, or photograph. Award based on overall aesthetic appeal, quality of execution, creativity and originality,
successful incorporation of design elements, appropriateness for use as a greeting card, attractiveness, and suitability. For
more information go to http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm. Due Date: 3/02/2017, 11:59:59
p.m. ET
National Coalition Against Censorship Youth Free Expression Film Contest-First Place Winner-$5,000 scholarship to New
York Film Academy; Cash Prizes of $1,000, $500, and $250 for top three winners. High school students (under 19) are eligible.
Must create film of no more than four minutes addressing "Watch What You #Tweet! How free should social media be?" and
write 250 word report that explains the intent in making the film, the creative process, and technical accomplishments. (May
work individually or in groups. All participants should be identified and their roles in the film stated.) For more information
go to http://ncac.org/project/film-contest. Due Date: 3/15/2017
10/21/2016
The American Foreign Service Association’s National High School Essay Contest-Winner-$2,500 cash prize, all-expense paid
two-day trip to Washington, D.C., to meet the Secretary of State and tour USIP, and full-tuition paid voyage with Semester at
Sea upon the student’s enrollment at an accredited university. Runner-up-$1,250 cash prize and full scholarship to
participate in the International Diplomacy Program of the National Student Leadership Conference, held in Washington, D.C.,
and New York annually. Ninth through twelfth grade students who are U. S. citizens are eligible. Must complete essay
submission form and write essay of 1000 to 1250 words addressing being a member of the U. S. Foreign Service tasked with
providing recommendations to address the refugee/IDP crisis, which you see facing the country in which you are now
posted. For more information and essay submission forms go to http://www.afsa.org/essay-contest. Due Date: 3/15/2017
Ayn Rand Anthem Essay Contest-1st-$2,000; Five 2nd-$500; Ten 3rd-$200; 45 Finalists-$50; 175 Semifinalists-$30. Eight
through tenth graders are eligible. Must select one of three topics and write essay of 600-1,200 words and provide cover
sheet. May mail or submit online. For more information go to https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests#overview.
Due Date: Online or postmarked by 3/29/2017, 11:59 p.m. PST
Army Aviation Center Federal Credit Union-Ten $1,000 scholarships. Seniors who are U. S. citizens and members of Army
Aviation Federal Credit Union are eligible. Must complete application and provide transcript with GPA, Honors/AP classes
and ACT/SAT scores noted; two letters of recommendation; and a copy of college acceptance letter from an accredited four-
year college. Awards based on scholastic achievement, character and leadership, and essay responses. For more information
and applications go to https://aacfcu.com/about-us/scholarship-program or to any AACFCU location. Due Date: 3/30/2017
Unigo Superpower Scholarship-$2,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are legal U. S. residents and
will enroll no later than fall of 2023 in accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online response in
250 words or less to "Which superhero or villain would you want to change places with for a day and why?" For more
information go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/superpower-scholarship. Due Date: 3/31/2017
April
Balfour American Samaritan Awards-Four scholarship prizes from $250 to $1,500 awarded in each of three age-aligned
categories: 13-14, 15-16 and 17-18, as well as a category for the contributions of school faculty and staff. Must register and
submit a short video (four minutes or less) that explains the humanitarian project or good deed personally created. For more
information and registration go to http://balfouramericansamaritan.com/. Due Date: 4/01/2017
American Fire Sprinkler Association High School Senior Scholarship Contest-Ten $2,000 scholarships. Seniors who are U. S.
citizens or legal residents are eligible. Must read contest information and complete entry form. For more information go to
https://www.afsascholarship.org/high-school-contest/. Due Date: Application period 9/07/2016-4/07/2017, Noon CT
21st Annual Signet Classics Student Scholarship Essay Contest-Five $1,000 scholarships. Juniors and seniors who are U. S.
citizens are eligible. Must write essay on one of five topics about The Tempest and have English teacher mail four copies of
essay with cover letter on school letterhead. (Essays must be at least two and no more than three double-spaced pages,
computer or typewritten.) For more information go to http://www.penguin.com/services-academic/essayhome/. Due Date:
Postmarked by 4/14/2017; Received on or before 4/21/2017
Ayn Rand Fountainhead Essay Contest-1st-$10,000; Five 2nd-$2,000 each; Ten 3rd-$1,000 each; 45 Finalists-$100 each; and
175 Semifinalists-$50 each. Eleventh through twelfth graders are eligible. Must select one of three topics and write essay of
800-1,600 words. May mail or submit online. For more information go to https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-
contests#overview. Due Date: 4/26/2017, 11:59 p.m. PST
Ayn Rand Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest-1st-$20,000; Three 2nd-$2,000 each; Five 3rd-$1,000 each; 25 Finalists-$100 each;
and 50 Semifinalists-$50 each. Twelfth graders, college and graduate students for the 2016-2017 school year are eligible.
Must select one of three topics and write essay of 800-1,600 words. May mail or submit online. For more information go to
https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests#overview. Due Date: 4/28/2017, 11:59 p.m. PST
10/21/2016
Unigo All About Education Scholarship-$3,000. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are legal U. S.
residents and will enroll no later than fall of 2023 in accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online
response in 250 words or less to "How will a $3,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?" For more
information go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/all-about-education-scholarship. Due Date:
4/30/2017
May
American College Foundation Visionary Scholarship Program-Multiple winners ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. High school
students are eligible. Must register, complete application, write 500 word essay, and provide transcript. For more
information and applications go to
http://www.americancollegefoundation.org/college_planning/visionary_scholarship_terms.aspx. Due Date: 5/01/2017Florida Association of School Resource Officers Scholarship-Four $1,000 scholarships. Seniors who demonstrate exemplary
citizenship, academic performance, and school and community involvement are eligible. Must complete application, write
personal statement, and provide three letters of recommendation, transcript, SRO's signature, and if under 18, Attestation
and Disclaimer form. For more information and applications go to http://www.fasro.net/awards.html. Due Date:
Postmarked or emailed by 5/01/2017
Ayo and Iken Children of Divorce Scholarship-Two $1,000 scholarships. Seniors who are children of divorced or permanently
separated parents are eligible. Must complete essay contest entry form, write a personal letter stating interests, and write a
2000 minimum word essay describing how parents continue to work together despite being part of a separated household
and how parents overcame obstacles and remained excellent role models. For more information and entry forms go to
https://www.myfloridalaw.com/children-of-divorce-scholarship-ayo-iken/. Due Date: Submit between 4/01/2017-5/01-
2017
Florida State Society Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship-Renewable. Seniors who are U. S. citizens, Florida
residents, and plan to attend an accredited college or university in the U. S. are eligible. Must complete application and
financial need form; write letter explaining career objectives; and provide two letters of recommendation; official transcript;
list of extra-curricular activities, honors received, scholastic achievements, and other significant accomplishments; and copy
of birth certificate or naturalization papers. (Check number of copies for each.) For more information and applications go to
www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: To Chapter Regent by 5/05/2017
B. Davis Scholarship--$1,000. Juniors and seniors are eligible. Must write essay of less than 1,000 words on "Describe the
three characteristics of leadership you value most. Discuss why you believe that these traits are so important and how you
feel that they are developed in an individual." Submit by email at [email protected], including name and
name(s) of school attending this year and next. For more information go to
http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm. Due Date: 5/22/2017
Unigo Fifth Month Scholarship--$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the
fall of 2023 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are eligible. Must register and submit online
response in 250 words or less to "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is
important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five to you for being original." For more information and to apply
go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/fifth-month-scholarship. Due Date: 5/31/2017
SCW DREAMers Scholarship-$2,500. Senior immigrants with a 3.0 GPA who entered the U. S. before age 16 and have lived
here continuously for five years and are planning to enroll in college in fall of 2017 are eligible. Must complete application,
submit 1-3 minute video, and provide transcript and (suggested) recommendation letters and resume. For more information
and applications go to http://workinjuryaz.com/phoenix-workers-compensation-lawyers/. Due Date: 5/31/2017
June
Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors interested in pursuing an animation related degree at an
accredited post-secondary school and have demonstrated academic success are eligible. Must complete application and
write 250-500 word essay. For more information and applications go to
http://www.animationcareerreview.com/animationcareerreviewcom-aspiring-animation-professional-scholarship-program.
Due Date: 6/01/2017
10/21/2016
Aspiring Fashion Professional Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors interested in pursuing a fashion related degree at an accredited
post-secondary school and have demonstrated academic success and a passion for a fashion related career are eligible. Must
complete application and write 250-500 word essay. For more information and applications go to http://www.fashion-
schools.org/aspiring-fashion-professional-scholarship-program. Due Date: 6/01/2017
Got a Spine Scholarship-$500. Seniors with at least a 2.5 GPA who are planning on attending a post-secondary institution in
Canada or the U. S. in fall of 2017 are eligible. Must complete contact information and write an essay. For more information
and applications go to http://www.arcticchiropracticjuneau.com/chiropractor_juneau.php. Due Date: 6/02/2017, 11:59
p.m. EST
Abbott & Fenner Scholarship-$1,000. Juniors and seniors are eligible. Must write essay of 500-1,000 words on "Describe
your educational career and life goals. Explain your plan for achieving these goals. Include your degree/major, why you
selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals." Submit essays at
[email protected]. For more information go to http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm. Due
Date: 6/12/2017
Global Lift Equipment Scholarship-$500. Seniors with at least a 2.5 GPA who are planning on attending a post-secondary
institution in Canada or the U. S. in fall of 2017 are eligible. Must complete contact information and submit a short story. For
more information and applications go to
http://www.usedforklifttexas.com/used_inventory/2868/used_caterpillar_forklifts_inventory_texas.php. Due Date:
6/15/2017
Big Sun Scholarship--$500 scholarship(s). Senior athletes are eligible. Must write short essay (500-1,000 words) answering
"How did your participation in sports during your high school years influence you? Has your participation influenced your
career goals? Has your participation influenced how you relate to your family?" Submit essays at
[email protected]. For more information go to http://www.bigsunathletics.com/. Due Date: 6/19/2017
Lift Parts Express Scholarship-$500. Students between ages of 16 and 21 with at least a 3.0 GPA who are planning on
attending school in Canada or the U. S. in fall of 2017 are eligible. Must complete contact information and submit an essay.
For more information and applications go to http://www.forkliftpartstexas.com/forkliftparts.php. Due Date: 6/30/2017
Unigo Do-Over Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the fall of
2023 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are eligible. Must register and submit online response in
250 words or less to "If you could get one 'do-over' in life, what would it be and why?" For more information and to apply go
to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/do-over-scholarship. Due Date: 6/30/2017
July
Unigo Flavor of the Month Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the fall
of 2023 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are eligible. Must register and submit online response in 250 words
or less to "Summer and ice cream go hand-in-hand. In fact, July is National Ice Cream Month, and that's the inspiration behind this award.
We think people are very similar to ice cream; some are nutty, others a little exotic, while some are very comforting. If you were an ice
cream flavor, which would you be and why?" For more information and to apply go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-
scholarships/flavor-of-the-month-scholarship. Due Date: 7/31/2017
K. Hunter Goff Bankruptcy/Consumer Rights Scholarship-$500. Seniors with a 3.0 GPA who are planning to attend college in
the fall of 2017 are eligible. Must complete application, provide transcript, and encouraged to submit recommendation
letters/resumes. Based on merit and need, but academic achievements and leadership experiences considered. Special
consideration given to applicants interested in pursuing a career in Bankruptcy/Consumer Rights law. For more information
and applications go to http://khgpa.com/#scholarship-application. Due Date: 7/31/2017
August
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Unigo Make Me Laugh Scholarship--$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than
the fall of 2023 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are eligible. Must register and submit online
response in 250 words or less to "OMG... finding and applying for scholarships is serious business, but it's time to lighten
things up a little. We don't want to know why you deserve $1,500 or how great your grades are, we simply want to LOL.
Describe an incident in your life, funny or embarrassing (fact or fiction), and make us laugh!" For more information and to
apply go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/make-me-laugh-scholarship. Due Date: 8/31/2017
September
Unigo Shout It Out Scholarship -$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the
fall of 2023 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are eligible. Must register and submit online
response in 250 words or less to "If you could say one thing to the entire world at once, what would it be and why?" For
more information and to apply go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/shout-it-out-scholarship. Due
Date: 9/30/2017
Don’t Text and Drive Scholarship--$1,000. High school and college students who are U. S. citizens or legal residents are
eligible. Must complete application and write 140-character statement that addresses "I pledge to not text and drive
because..." and top 10 finalists will be asked to write a full length 500- to 1,000-word essay about texting while driving. For
more information and applications go to http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/dont-text-and-drive-scholarship/. Due Date:
9/30/2016
Single Scholarship Sites-Due Dates Vary
Walmart Associate Scholarship-$16,000 over six years. To be eligible must: be U. S. citizen or permanent legal resident; be
employed with any division of Walmart for at least six consecutive months prior to application; have earned high school
diploma or GED before applying; and have financial need. Must register, take eligibility quiz, and complete application. For
more information and application go to https://walmart.scholarsapply.org/associate/. Due Date: Depends on eligibility
date of employment
Apartment List Scholarship-$2,500. Seniors who are at least 18 years old, legal U. S. residents, and planning to attend an
accredited college/university in the next academic year are eligible. Must complete online application and write two essays
about one of Apartment List's core values. For more information and applications go to
https://www.apartmentlist.com/scholarship. Due Dates: 9/01/2016, 12/01/2016, 3/01/2017, and 6/01/2017
Raise.Me Scholarships-Amounts vary. Ninth through twelfth grade students are eligible. Must sign-up and add achievements
to earn scholarships. Over 180 colleges participate. For more information and to create account go to
https://www.raise.me/.
Multiple Scholarship Sites-Due Dates Vary
Multiple Scholarships-For scholarship opportunities go to www.fastweb.com, www.scholarships.com, www.gocollege.com,
https://www.goodcall.com/scholarships/, www.finaid.org/scholarship, https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-
college/grants-scholarships, www.cksf.org, https://www.unigo.com, http://www.scholarshipdetective.com,
www.chegg.com, http://scholarshipguidance.com/, http://www.collegexpress.com/, www.cappex.com, and
http://www.studentscholarships.org.
Sallie Mae Scholarships-Over 3 million scholarships worth over $16 billion. Scholarships for all types of students; some
consider academics, financial need, debate, art, music, sports, and/or baking. Go to https://www.salliemae.com/plan-for-
college/ for information and to register for free scholarship search.
FloridaNEXT.com Multiple Scholarships-Go to www.FloridaNEXT.com and find the article "Unique Scholarships You've Never
Heard Of (And Need to Apply For!)."
Hispanic Scholarship Fund-Opportunities are available to seniors of Hispanic heritage. For more details go to
http://www.hsf.net, click on Scholarships, then under Scholarship Programs, click on Graduating High School Seniors. Check
requirements, then apply online at the hsf web site for most scholarships. Due Date: Application period 1/01/2017-
3/30/2017
NAACP Scholarship Opportunities-For more details go to http://www.naacp.org/page/s/scholarship2?source=frontpage.
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FIRST Scholarships-Over $14 million in scholarships from over 128 colleges, universities, corporations, and associations. Most
scholarships are merit-based and renewable. High school students who are on FRC and FTC teams are eligible. (Most
scholarships are for seniors.) Some scholarships are for specific majors such as engineering, computer science, science, math,
or technology, and others are for any course of study. For more information and to apply go to www.usfirst.org/scholarships.
United Negro College Fund-Opportunities are available for students of African-American heritage. Multiple scholarships can
be found at http://www.uncf.org/.
Multiple Scholarships-For scholarship opportunities at the Thurgood Marshall College Fund 47 member schools go to
http://www.thurgoodmarshallfund.net/.
Multiple Scholarships for Military - Scholarships 4 Students-Amounts and deadlines vary. For multiple scholarship
opportunities go to http://www.scholarships4students.com/scholarships_for_the_military.htm.
Multiple Scholarships for Military-For scholarship opportunities go to https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/types/grants-
scholarships/military.
Multiple Scholarships from Insurance Companies-Amounts and deadlines vary. For multiple opportunities for high school
and college students go to http://www.obrella.com/resources/insurance-scholarships/.
NASA-For current contests and opportunities go to http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/current-opps-index.html.
Multiple Scholarships for Minorities, Hispanics, and Undocumented Students-For scholarship opportunities go to
www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship.
Financial Aid for Hispanic Students-For more information go to http://www.onlinecolleges.net/for-students/financial-aid-
hispanic-students/.
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