NEW SCHOLARSHIPS AS OF FEBRUARY 2, 2010

 

 

OMAHA CHAPTER OF THE ASSOCIATION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONALS SCHOLARSHIP – This is a $1,000for any high school senior whose career plans will take them into computing related fields. Copies of the application form are available at the Omaha Association of Information Technology Professional website, www.aitpomaha.org.  Full instructions are available at the web site describing the various methods available for completing and returning the form.  ALL APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY APRIL 4, 2010.

 

 

SALVATION ARMYÕS D.J.ÕS HERO AWARDS – This is an opportunity to win one of six  $5000 scholarships to the college or trade school of your choice.  Scholarships are often limited to the top academic achievers in the student body.  However, another group of talented students is often overlooked – those who give of themselves by always being there to lend a helping hand to others.  You may request a nomination form from one of your teachers, parents, community leaders, pastor, etc.  You may get a form in the by going to www.givesalvationarmy.org  Deadline:  Must be postmarked by March 8

 

 

CUMING COUNTY PORK PRODUCERS - $200 – one scholarship to each of the four high schools in Cuming County and one $200 scholarship to a Cuming County student of a surrounding school district.  Must be a graduating senior planning to pursue a degree at a vocational school, two-year, or 4-year college and must submit the by April 15.

 

 

CUMING COUNTY FEEDERS ASSOCIATION is offering two $200 scholarships to Cuming County students of surrounding school districts pursuing a degree with an agricultural major.  DUE:  APRIL 15TH.

 

 

SAMMY 2010 – Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year Award – The purpose of this award is to recognize outstanding scholar athletes in grade 12 from high schools throughout the United States.  There are 25 awards given and each winner will receive the following:

-           A $7,500 college scholarship from the Milk Processor

Education Program

-           An invitation for winners, parents and/or guardians to

Attend a SAMMY 2010 weekend at the Disney World

Complex in Orlando, FL scheduled for June 2010

-           An opportunity to be pictured in a special congratulatory

Milk Mustache ad in USA TODAY and other national magazines.

                 

Teachers, coaches, principals, counselors, athletic directors, parents, relatives, and the student themselves can make the nomination for consideration.

 

Judging is based on five criteria:  academic performance (35%), athletic excellence (35%), leadership (15%), community service (10%), and milk experience (5%).  Preliminary judging will be conducted by a group of educators and coaches who will select 75 finalists.  A panel of  celebrity athletes from the Milk Mustache campaign will choose the 25              winners. 

 

The SAMMY 2010 application will only be accepted until March 5, 2010 at www.bodybymilk.com

VIRGINIA AND TOM PIERCE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $500

This scholarship is a non-renewable scholarship for a graduating student with a permanent disability or a graduating student who has a parent(s) with a permanent physical disability.  This requires a 250 word essay, typed, and double spaced.  The essay should provide brief description of the permanent physical disability situation and a synopsis of your high school activities and plans for future education.  The application, essay, and a photo must be submitted by  March 1st.

 

 

 

NEBRASKA COACHES ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP – Criteria:  1)  upper 25% of class, 2)  must be at least a 2 year participant in 2 sports, 3)  must have earned varsity letter in 2 sports, 4)  must include one letter of recommendation from a high school coach, and 5)  ACT minimum score of 24.  See Mrs. Johnson for an application.  Due:  March 26, 2010

 

 

PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE FOUNDATION STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP -    This scholarship is designed for a high school athlete who intends to attend a university, college, or two0year institution that does not provide athletic scholarships.  The scholarship rewards high school athletes for their non-athletic achievements and assists them in achieving their career goals.  Eligibility: 

                  1)  overall high school GPA of 2.0 or better

        2) high school senior status

          3)  accepted at a 2-year or 4-year college or university

          4)  nominated by high school coach

          5)  participated at the varsity level in athletics for at least one year

          6)  has not accepted any scholarship funds or grants to participate in college                                              athletics

          7)  is not the son or daughter of current or retired NFL player.

 

Criteria for Evaluation:

1)       career goals

2)       nomination by coach

3)       academic achievement

4)       potential for success

5)       leadership and character

6)       indication of how athletic competition has aided in personal growth

 

      Nomination Materials:

                  The following materials should be provided to the scholarship committee:

1)       coachÕs nomination letter

2)       application form completed by student and signed by coach & principal

3)       two-page essay provided by the student

4)       high school transcript

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  FEBRUARY 15, 2010

 

 

 

UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT KEARNEY – SIGMA PHI EPSILON FRATERNITY -  Applicants must be male and attending UNK this fall.  This is a $1,000 scholarship.

Deadline:  April 30, 2010

 

 

WASHINGTON COUNTY NURSES ASSOCIATION – They are offering some $500 - $1000 scholarships to Burt and Washington County high school graduates, current or past, entering into the nursing profession.  This includes all levels of nursing from LPN, AD/RN, or BSN.  Scholastic ability and financial need are main considerations.  Completed application and two letters of recommendation are required.  DEADLINE:  MUST BE IN BY APRIL 1.

 

 

GUS SWANSON MEMORIAL COMMUNICATIONS SCHOLARSHIP – This is a $500 scholarship in honor of the founder of Swanson Russell Associates to be awarded this spring to a 2010 graduate of a NE high school with a 3.25 GPA. This scholarship is available for students who plan to enroll in a NE college or university and pursue a degree in one of the following fields: advertising, marketing, mass communication, communication studies, public relations, journalism, or graphic design/desktop publishing.  The application is available at the following website- www.swansonrussell.com         DEADLINE:  APRIL 15

 

 

UNK ITEC INCOMING FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIPS – Go to www.unk.edu and select ÒProspective StudentsÓ – From the right-hand menu options, select ÒFinancial AidÓ –

Under Scholarships, select ÒIndustrial Technology Incoming Freshmen Scholarship ApplicationÓ -  You will be directed to Create an Account, complete and submit – Complete all fields of the application -  All scholarships require a letter of reference; you will need to provide an email address of a high school instructor, counselor, or principal; the system will send them an email requesting the letter of which they will attach to your online application.  DEADLINE:  FEBRUARY 28

 

 

UNK ART SCHOLARSHIP – All seniors in high school who plan on majoring in art as freshman students at UNK are eligible.  Several $3000 scholarships are available.   Visit http://monet.unk.edu/unkart/schol_fresh_intro.html for applications and portfolios due dates.  DEADLINE IS MARCH 6TH.

 

 

SCOTT MECHAN BBB STUDENT INTEGRITY AWARDS-  These awards recognize high school students that personify the values, leadership, and integrity that Mr. Mecham exemplified in his life.  They emphasize the importance of ethical behavior, community service, academic accomplishments and personal integrity – humility, courage, compassion and respect.  Application qualifications:  1)  high school junior or senior, 2)  plans to continue their education after high school graduation, 3)  resides in Nebraska, South Dakota, or southwest Iowa, 4) must be nominated by a high school principal, guidance counselor, teacher, or community leader, and 5)  students who entered the competition as juniors, but were not recipients, may apply again as a senior. There are three $2000 scholarships with the judging criteria as follows:  Academic – 5%, Leadership – 20%, Community Service – 20%, Recommendations/Nominations – 20%, and Essay – 35%.  DEADLINE:  MARCH 5TH

 

BURT COUNTY MIP DIVERSION SCHOLARSHIP -  Oakland-Craig schools have some money for scholarships to be awarded to students who have been drug and alcohol free throughout high school.  There is an application to complete and an essay to write addressing their choice to remain abstinent regarding drugs and alcohol.  The award could range from $250 to $750.  More than one scholarship could be awarded.  See Mrs. Johnson for an application.  DEADLINE IS APRIL 15TH.

JAMES M. COX FOUNDATION FUND -  Grants from the James M. Cox Foundation are designed to furnish financial assistance to those who need it to attend a private career institution, two or four year college or university of their choice.  The grants are intended for financially disadvantaged but average or above average students who, without this assistance, would not be able to attend a postsecondary institution.  The grants are not intended to cover the full cost of education, but are intended to supplement and be combined with such other financial aids as may be available, and the student's own and family's financial resources.  Eligibility:  1)  You have established your financial needs by means of your application and you are a citizen of the US.  2)  You will be enrolled and attending a private career institution, two or four year college or university on at least a half-time basis as either a freshman or sophomore.  3)  You reside in the eastern third of Nebraska.  How to apply:  1)  Complete the application.  2)  you are strongly urged to contact the financial aid office in the school you plan to attend, to assist you in preparing a complete financial aid program.  3)  Respond to all questions and follow directions carefully.  Other information:  1)  Applicant must demonstrate financial need as determined by the institution's cost of education minus family contribution and other financial aid the student will be receiving.  2)  Dependent student's family contribution is determined by using the parents' prior years adjusted gross income against expected family contribution.  3)  Applicant must be completing undergraduate studies.  4)  Most grants will be in the amount of $1000 for an academic period of no longer than one year.  This grant is for the school year following the date of the award.  Students attending only one-half time will receive one-half award.  5)  Students may apply for a second year; however, first time applicants will receive priority.  DEADLINE:  THE APPLICATION MUST BE THERE BEFORE APRIL 15

 

 

 

BILL LEWIS SCHOLARSHIP -  This is intended to provide financial assistance for education of dependents of current and past official registered with the Nebraska Activities Association (ÒNSAAÓ).  The recipients and their parents will be presented the scholarship award at the NSAA state boys basketball tournament.  Eligibility:  1)  must be a dependent of individuals who are currently registered officials with the NSAA or have been registered within the prior 20 years, 2) must be a senior in high school, 3)  must be a Nebraska resident, and 3)  must be accepted to a two or four year college or university located in the US.  Selection criteria:  1)  financial need, 2)  citizenship, 3)  leadership, 4)  career goals, 5)  academic achievement (GPA, class ranking and ACT or SAT scores), and 6)  extracurricular activities.  DEADLINE:  FEBRUARY 15TH

 

 

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION GREATER

OMAHA CHAPTER #116 SCHOLARSHIP – Any student going into the field of construction may apply.  You must then maintain a minimum 2.75 GPA and maintain at least 12 credit hours per term.  The first portion of the scholarship will be awarded prior to the September meeting of the Greater Omaha Chapter #116 NAWIC meeting.  The second installment will be awarded after successful completion of the first term and upon verification of GPA and registration for the next term.  In case of a High School senior, the applicant must have at least four semesters of construction related coursework.  Recipients are chosen each year by the Scholarship Awards Committee from any of the following institutions:  UNO, UNL, any Technical or Trade School, any graduating high school senior or any other institutions the Scholarship Committee sees beneficial to the goal of promoting the construction career option.  Deadline:  March 5, 2010  See Mrs. Johnson for an application.

 

 

 

JEFF BUSH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

(sponsored by JN International Medical Corp.)

This scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior at Oakland-Craig High School who is planning to pursue a pre-law, criminal justice, or law related major in either a two-year or four-year college.  See Mrs. Johnson for an application.  This application must be returned to Mrs. Johnson by March 31.

 

 

OAKLAND-CRAIG EDUCATION ASSOCIATION - This scholarship if for $100 (renewable for up to four consecutive years).  The applicant must be a graduating senior from Oakland-Craig High School pursuing an education major.  APPLICATION DEADLINE:  APRIL 15

 

 

 

OAKLAND MASONIC LODGE SCHOLARSHIP –                  This organization is offering a $100 scholarship open to all graduating seniors who will be attending a two or four year college or university in the fall of 2006.  Masonic affiliation is not required but preferred. Please submit a resume with your application.  A form will have to be given to the college for the check to be credited to your school account.    DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION:    APRIL 15

 

 

OAKLAND-CRAIG BASKETBALL PROGRAM LEADERSHISCHOLARSHIP – This is a $100 scholarship – one for a senior boy and one for a senior girl who has participated in the basketball program for the last four years.  DEADLINE:  DUE IN MRS. JOHNSONÕS OFFICE BY APRIL 3.

 

 

JUNIOR GOLF ENDOWMENT FUND SCHOLARSHIP -  $400 – This scholarship will be awarded to any high school golf team member who meets at least one of the following criteria:  *  is a member of the Oakland Golf Club,  *  parent(s) is (are) a member(s) of the Oakland Golf Club, and *  high school golf team member who home course is Oakland Golf Club.  Eligibility is also based upon the recipient attending an institution of higher learning above the secondary level.  This scholarship will be awarded at the beginning of the second semester, when the student has successfully completed one semester of higher learning.  Questions may be directed to Mr. Bill Houck at 402-349-5413.  DEADLINE:  APPLICATION IS DUE BEFORE APRIL 1, 2010

 

 

 

GIRLS GOLF SCHOLARSHIPS FROM THE LPGA -  The LPGA Foundation have some scholarship opportunities for female high school seniors who have played gold during high school.  They are:  The Marilynn Smith Scholarship (five scholarships of $5000 each), The Dinah Shore Scholarship(one scholarship for $5000), and The Phyllis G. Meekins Scholarship(recognized minority with financial need).  DEADLINE:  APRIL 30

 

MRS. JOHNSON MUST HAVE NOTIFICATION IN WRITING FOR ANY SCHOLARSHIP TO BE PUT IN THE PAPER OR ANNOUNCED AT GRADUATION.

DO THIS ASAP.  BRING IN THE LETTER OR NOTIFICATION THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED AND I WILL PHOTOCOPY IT FOR REFERENCE.  NO INDIVIDUAL $ AMOUNTS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ONLY A TOTAL AMOUNT FOR THE CLASS.

It's FAFSA Time!

It's time for the annual ritual of applying for federal financial aid. If you've never experienced "FAFSA Time" get ready for a process many compare to filing federal taxes.

Completing the FAFSA doesn't have to be a grueling process. The key is to be prepared and know where to go for help.  Education Quest offers free professional help with the entire financial aid process.  The EPCs, located in Omaha, Lincoln and Kearney, are open Monday through Friday from  8:30-5:00.  If you can't make it to an EPC location, you can call the EPC at 800-666-3721 for assistance. Call and make an appointment for assistance if needed.

 

Here are some tips to help you prepare for FAFSA time:

á          Apply for admission before you complete the FAFSA.

á          Colleges  send award letters to students that have been accepted for admission.

á          You can include up to six colleges on the FAFSA. If you're not sure which school you will attend, send the form to all the colleges you applied to.

á          You don't have to file your taxes, but actual tax figures are ideal, if you get  in a pinch, last year's tax figures are usually better than W-2 figures or guessing.

á          Watch your deadlines. Check with the college, but most schools have a March 1 priority deadline.

á          Try to complete your tax return before you complete the  FAFSA

á          Don't rule out a school because of its cost. The financial aid packages offered by schools can vary widely, making the out-of-pocket expenses of a high-cost school sometimes comparable to a less expensive school.

á          Apply for scholarships on your own and through the college. Every little bit helps when it comes to financing your education. Some schools have separate scholarship applications, and some use the admission application. Contact each school you're considering and   inquire about merit and need-based awards

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Located in Omaha, Lincoln and Kearney, the Education Quest Centers provide college planning services to Nebraska students and families including assistance completing and processing financial aid applications; scholarship and college search software; student loan counseling and much more! These services are provided as a free public service through sponsorship by the Foundation for Educational Funding and NSLP. For more information about the EPCs, call the EPC Hotline at 800-666-3721 or visit www.educationquest.org             

 

 

 

 

GET THOSE PIN NUMBERS FOR THE FAFSA NOW AT WWW.PIN.ED.GOV YOU WILL NEED THE PIN NUMBERS TO COMPLETE THE FAFSA ONLINE.  PARENTS NEED ONE AS WELL AS THE STUDENT.  PARENTS DO NOT NEED A NEW PIN NUMBER IF THEY HAVE A STUDENT IN COLLEGE AT THIS TIME.

 

ALSO, KEEP THE NUMBERS IN A SAFE PLACE BECAUSE YOU WILL USE THEM AGAIN AND AGAIN.

 

FREE SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH PROGRAM AVAILABLE THROUGH THE EDUCATIIONQUEST FOUNDATION.  www.educationquest.org