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Waller High School Test Code 447335 |
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Applications are available in the WHS College Prep and Career Center. Please pay close attention to the deadline dates listed. It is important that students return applications on or before the due date to allow time for review and processing of applications. For any questions, visit the College Prep and Career Center or call Alice Stewart at 936-372-3654 ext. 2015. |
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2008 Scholarships Awarded - "WHS graduates offered almost $3.8 million in scholarships" |
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SCHOLARSHIP NAME |
REQUIREMENTS |
DUE DATE
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CollegiateZone has partnered
with Waller High School to give free access to TOPQUEST from August 2008
- 2010 www.topquest.net |
Topquest allows high school
students to search, match and apply to colleges, as well as search and
match to funding. This search logic tool automatically matches you to
colleges, scholarships, and grants and gives you more specific detailed
search-match results. It qualifies you based on your SAT, ACT, GPA,
class ranking, and personal criteria. Colleges will also have access to
view students. |
See Mrs. Stewart for your registration number |
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Scholarship Search Web Sites |
www.fastweb.com |
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| Cappex.com Scholarships |
cappex.com/scholarships |
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| FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid |
SENIOR STUDENTS: January you will begin doing your student aid. If you decided to do the fafsa online, please stop by Mrs. Stewart's office for a fafsa worksheet. I SUGGEST TO COMPLETE THE FINANCIAL AID ONLINE, FOR RESULTS ARE QUICKER!!!!!! |
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Backyard Scholarship |
Check: Credit Unions, Parent’s Organizations, Parent’s Employer, Church or Religious Organizations, Community Organizations, Local City Council Members and State Representatives Might Have a Scholarship Fund, Bookstores, Librarian |
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| Academic Competitive Grant | Complete the FAFSA - January of the student's senior year of high school. To be eligible, please stop by the Counseling Center for the requirements | |
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Tuition Exemption Program |
A New Program Permitting Certain Students to Attend Texas Public Colleges and Universities and Not Pay for Tuition and Fees, Room and Board, and Textbooks was Added for the Surviving Spouse and Dependent Children of Certain Deceased public Employees. |
The
list is in the College Prep and Career Center or obtain information
through the Office of the Registrar at any public college or
university in Texas or visit the website: |
| 10 Scholarship Scam Warning Signs |
Knowing the Warning Signs Can Keep You From Being a Scholarship Scam Victim 1. Fees 2. Credit card or bank account information 3. Scholarship guarantee 4. No work involved 5. No contact information 6. Un-solicited scholarships 7 Pressure tactics 8. Claims of "exclusive" scholarships 9. Sponsor goes out of their way to sound official 10 Your questions aren't answered directly More information is located in the Counseling Center |
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| QuestBridge - College Match Scholarship | This is an opportunity for outstanding low-income students to gain admission and full four-year scholarship to some of the nations top-ranked colleges. Qualified low-income students who are not awarded College Match scholarships can also apply to QuestBridge partner colleges for free through their regular admissions processes. QuestBridge College Match application is free of charge - due on October 1, 2006 - available at www.questbridge.org | |
| NextStep Magazine | Win Free College Tuition - register at www.nextStepmag.com | |
| Scholarships | www.scholarships4students.com | |
| Army ROTC Simultaneous Membership Program at Stephen F. Austin State University Scholarship Opportunities | Senior or Junior, U.S. citizens, GPA of at least 2.50, minimum score of 920 on SAT or ACT score of 19, meet physical standards, agree to accept a commission and serve in the Army on Active Duty or in a Reserve Component (U.S. Army Reserve or Army national Guard) www.sfasu.edu www.sfasu.edu/rotc Information on Army ROTC or to apply for a scholarship www.goarmy.com/rotc | |
| Reliant Energy Scholarship | 12th, Athletic students, see Mrs. Stewart | Deadline August 26, 2009 |
| Patriotic Day - United States Art Contest | 9th - 11th, information with Mrs. Stewart | Deadline September 8, 2009 |
| Essay Contest | Seniors, information with Mrs. Stewart | Deadline September 8, 2009 |
| Walsworth Publishing's Student Scholarship Sweepstakes | All students and parents, enter at: www.walsworthsweeps.com - enter birth date & email address, then enter information requested, uncheck the two boxes and DO Not enter your cell phone # (unless you choose to) | Students selected by drawings held on: October7 * November 9 * December 9 |
| AES Engineering Scholarship | Senior, planning to attend college in the fall of 2010, awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluated essays that are submitted, not required to take engineering courses | October 6, 2009 |
| The Prudential Spirit of Community Award | 9th - 12th, demonstrated exemplary community service, legal resident of the U.S., engaged in a volunteer activity that occurred at least in part after September 1, 2008, complete application online ( http://spirit.prudential.com or www.principals.org ), print application and submit to Mrs. Stewart | October 21, 2009 |
| Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Scholarship | Seniors, www.coca-colascholars.org | Deadline October 31, 2009 |
| The Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) | Senior that are college bound, follow directions and remember the deadline www.thefire.org/contest | November 6, 2009 |
| Houston Hispanic forum High School Scholarship | Senior, B or better grade average, participated in or has exhibited leadership in school activities, volunteered in community activities such as social agencies, political campaigns, church groups, or school sponsored community work, intend to enroll as a full-time student, maintain a 2.0 GPA during enrolled year, MUST BE PRESENT AT CAREER & EDUCATION DAY SATURDAY JANUARY 9, 2010 | November 16, 2009 |
| Colgate-Palmolive Company & The Hispanic Heritage Foundation "Make the U" Contest | 16 years or older, legal residents of the U.S,, Hispanic decent, send essays online: www.clgate.com/hazlau | November 30, 2009 |
| Angelo State University Carr Academic Scholarship | Senior, rank in the top 45% of the class, score a minimum 1020 SAT or a minimum score of 22 ACT - scholarship applications materials and information may be obtained by returning the attached card, by completing an application online or email Carr@angelo.edu | December 1, 2009 |
| Hispanic College Fund Scholarship Program | Senior, U.S. citizen or legal resident, minimum GPA 3.0, apply for financial aid (FAFSA), planning to enroll full-time in a college or university in the fall of 2010, apply online at: www.hsf.net |
General Scholarship Deadline
December 15, 2009 |
| John F. Kennedy "Profile in Courage" Essay Contest | 9th - 12th, United States citizen, students must register online, essay can be submitted online(preferred) or via regular mail, complete guidelines, visit Profile in Courage Award at: www.jfklibrary.org | POSTMARK Deadline of: January 9, 2010 |
| Blinn College Exemplary Student Scholarship | Senior, attending the Brenham campus, first come first serve goblinn.edu | First come First Serve |
| Gates Millennium Scholars Program | Senior, African American, American Indian/Alaska native, Asian Pacific Islander, or Hispanic American, a citizen/legal permanent resident or national of the United States, GPA 3.3 on a 4.0 scale, enrolling at a college/university as full time, degree-seeking student in the fall of 2010, demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, extracurricular or other activities, meet the Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria, have all three required forms completed and submitted by the deadline date Apply online at www.gmsp.org and if you do not have access to the internet please see Mrs. Stewart | January 11, 2010 |
| 2nd Annual Create-A-Greeting Card Scholarship Contest | 9th - 12th, legal residents of the U.S., create a greeting card (any occasions) To enter register online at www.gallerycollection.com | All entries must be postmarked no later than January 15, 2009 |
| Southern Methodist University Hunt Leadership Scholarship Program | Senior, demonstrate extraordinary leadership skills, submit an essay, complete admissions application, rank in the top 25% of the class, SAT of 1230 on the Math and Verbal or ACT of 28 | January 15, 2009 |
| Texas Tech University College of Engineering Koh Family Scholarship | Senior, interested in engineering, minimum ACT score of 32 or SAT of 1400, apply for admissions as well as apply for this scholarship, to complete online scholarship application go to: www.coe.ttu/koh | All information must be received by January 15, 2009 |
| Texas Student Housing Authority Scholarship | Senior, the scholarship is open to students accepted to colleges in AUSTIN, COLLEGE STATION, or DENTON Texas that have not signed off-campus housing leases | January 21, 2010 |
| Simon Youth Foundation (SYF) Community Scholarship | Seniors, enrolling in college/university/tech school in the fall of 2010, be a full-time student, based 0n financial need, academic record, demonstrated leadership, participation in school and the community activities | January 22, 2010 |
| W. Price Jr. Memorial Scholarship - Foodservice or Hospitality Program | Senior, resident of the state of Texas, but can attend school outside of the state, enrolled in any degreed foodservice or a hospitality program, registered full time student (12 hours or more) with at least 3 hours per semester devoted to one of the programs, overall GPA of 3.5 (2.75 for high school seniors) demonstrate the ability to become an asset to the foodservice industry | January 23, 2009 |
| McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship | Senior, attend a 4 year college, own and operate a genuine business, nonprofits are eligible, at least one paid employee Online application to completed at www.mckelveyfoundation.org | January 25, 2009 |
| Executive Women International Scholarship | JUNIOR, planning to pursue a four-year degree in any business of professional field of study, the winner is based on a number of factors with special emphasis on an individual character, personal merit and background which is demonstrated through leadership in school, extracurricular activities, academic achievement and motivation to serve and succeed in all endeavors - Waller High will submit ONE student application for the competition | January 30, 2009 |
| Baylor University Carr P. Collins Scholars Program | Senior, meet all University requirements, be in the top quarter of their class, minimum score of 1250 on the SAT or minimum score of 28 on ACT, have completed a balanced college preparatory program including history science, and a foreign language, and be a resident of the state of Texas for at least one year | January 25, 2010 |
| Simon Youth Foundation Scholarship Program | Senior, planning to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study in the fall of 2010, the first 6000 applications received will be processed | Postmarked deadline of January 31, 2010 |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio Honors Program Scholarship | Senior, top 20%, SAT of 1100 or ACT of 24 or higher, apply for admissions | February 1, 2009 |
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Texas Exes Houston Chapter
Scholarship
The University of Texas at Austin |
Senior, accepted to UT - Austin, rank in the top 25% of the senior class | Must be received by February 1, 2010 |
| 2009 - 2010 SPE-GCS Scholarship | Senior, minimum SAT score of 1650, U.S. citizen, enrolling in an engineering or science program at a university in the fall f 2009 | February 6, 2009 |
| Cy-Fair Federal Credit Union Scholarship | Senior, attending college/university, not required to be a member of Cy-Fair Credit Union in order to apply, every question must be answered | February 10, 2010 |
| Ronald McDonal House Scholarship | Senior, plan to attend a college, university or technical school, must be legal U. S. residents | February 10, 2009 |
| Ronald McDonald House African American Scholarship | Senior, one parent of African American or black Caribbean heritage, plan to attend a college, university or technical school, must be legal U. S. residents | February 10, 2009 |
| Ronald McDonald House Asian-Pacific Scholarship | Senior, at least one parent of Asian-Pacific heritage, plan to attend a two or four college or technical school, U. S. residents | February 10, 2009 |
| Ronald McDonald House Hispanic Scholarship | Senior, have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage, will be attending a two or four year college or technical school, U. S. residents | February 10, 2009 |
| National Commission for Cooperative Education Merit Co-op Scholarship | Senior must apply to on of the eight NCCE Partner Colleges/Universities and be accepted; questions - f.schettino@neu.edu and for more information and to complete an application: www.co-op.edu | February 15, 2010 |
| Texas Lyceum Leadership Award | Senior, plan to attend any accredited Texas College or Universitiy, Texas resident, U.S. citizen or legal resident, exhibited leadershiop in school and community activities, minimum GPA of 3.0 (4.0 scale) | The application is due on or before February 15, 2010 |
| Blame it on Hip Hop Essay Contest | Senior, enrolled and accepted to in an accredited college/university | Postmark deadline of February 15, 2010 |
| American Welding Society District Scholarship | Senior, read directions carefully | February 20, 2009 |
| Burger King Scholars Program | Senior, GPA of 2.5 or higher, work part-time an average of 15 hours per week or 40 weeks per year, actively involved in community service activities, demonstrate financial need, plan to enroll in an accredited two/four year college, university, or vocational/technical school by fall of 2009 Apply online at www.bk.com/scholars access key BKS | February 2, 2009 |
| 2009KFC Colonel's Scholars Program | Senior, GPA of 2.75 or higher, pursuing higher education at a college/university, completing a bachelor's degree, U.S. citizen or permanent resident - Application completed online: www.kfcsholcars.org | The online application will be available from December 1, 2009 through February 10, 2010 |
| USAFUNDS Access to Education Scholarships | Senior, household income of $35,000 or less, priority consideration given to students who are members of an ethnic minority group or have documented physical disability | February 15, 2010 |
| Shell Oil Company Minority Scholarship | Senior, an interest in the engineer industry or geosciences field, enrolling with one of these majors in mind at universities identified by Shell, read application instructions | MUST be received no later than February 16, 2010 |
| SEG Foundation Scholarship | Senior, planning to pursue a college curriculum directed toward a career in applied geophysics or a closely related field, such as physics, geology, or earth and environmental sciences, entering college next fall | February 17, 2009 |
| Shell Oil Company Technical Scholarship | Senior, an interest in the engineer industry or geosciences field, enrolling with one of these majors in mind at universities identified by Shell, read application instructions |
MUST be received no later than February 16, 2010 |
| Life Assistance Ministries Waller-Hempstead Community Scholarship | Seniors, NOT top 10% of the class, pursuing an Associates of Bachelor's Degree; or who is pursuing a Job Certification Program/License at a Technical School on a full time basis, READ the directions carefully! | February 18, 2009 |
| American Welding Society District Scholarship | Senior, read directions carefully | February 20, 2009 |
| The Power of Life Essay Scholarship | Senior, plan to attend college/university, available to any student regardless of whether he or she donated blood, minimum GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) READ APPLICATIONS INSTRUCTIONS www.giveblood.org/scholarship | February 19, 2010 |
| Johnson & Wales National High School Chef of the Year Recipe Contest | 11th or 12th, see guidelines http://chefcontest.jwu.edu | February 23, 2009 |
| George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation Scholarship | Senior, based on financial need and academic achievements, must be a US citizen | Must be received by February 26, 2010 |
| Coca-Cola "Share the Dream" Essay Contest | 9th - 12th, read directions | Must be postmarked by February 28, 2009 |
| Houston Bar Association Essay Contest Video Contest, Poster Contest, and Essay Contest | 9th - 12th, may participate, must be 18 years or young for video contest |
Poster/Essay Contest March 6,
2009 Video Contest February 27, 2009 |
| University of Houston Scholarships | Apply at www.mycougarconnection.com/scholarships | Various deadline dates |
| Sam Houston State University College of Criminal Justice Essay Contest | 9th - 12th grade, read directions | March 1, 2009 |
| Conditional Grant Program Texas Department of Public Safety | Texas resident, economically disadvantages, attend a four year college/university as a full time student | March 1, 2009 |
| Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Metropolitan Scholarship | Senior, US citizen, resident of the state of Texas, ranked in the upper quarter of the class upon completion of the first semester of the senior year, SAT score 1350 (all three combined), of ACT score of 19, must provide a copy of ACT or SAT score report, plan to attend a college in Texas, no restriction on major field of study | March 2, 2009 |
| Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Opportunity Scholarship | Senior, US citizen, resident of the state of Texas, ranked in the upper quarter of the class upon completion of the first semester of the senior year, SAT score 1210 (critical reading, math and writing combined), or ACT score of 17, must provide a copy of ACT or SAT score report, plan to attend a college in Texas, no restriction on major field of study, please read the application information page carefully! | March 6, 2009 |
| Texas Telephone Association Foundation Scholarship | Senior, U.S. Citizen, 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, planning to attend a Texas college/university, FOLLOW directions - Waller High School Will Submit Two Student Applications for Review | Deadline for submission to Mrs. Stewart is: March 6, 2009 |
| Money Week Houston Smart Kid Essay Contest | 9th - 12th, follow directions | Submit Essay by March 16, 2009 |
| Texas Trial Lawyers Association | Senior, based on true financial need | Postmarked by March 20, 2009 |
| City of Houston Public Service Recognition Week Essay Contest | Seniors, follow rules and criteria at: www.houstonhumanresources.org | March 21, 2009 |
| Vinson & Elkins L.L.P. Scholarship Foundation | Senior, African-American, Hispanic, Asian or native American, interested in a career in law, top 20% in their class, SAT score of 1650, financial need, U.S. citizen or residency in the greater Houston area, valid social security number | March 11, 2010 |
| TABE Scholarship (Texas Association for Bilingual Education) | Senior, pursuing bilingual education teaching certificate in Texas, enrolled in a college/university, read directions | Due on or before March 16, 2010 |
| Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Prairie View Alumnae Chapter Scholarship | Senior female student planning to enroll at Prairie View A&M University | March 27, 2009 |
| The Society of Professional Women in Petroleum 2009 Scholarship | Senior female student, entering a Texas college/university, enter as a full-time student, must have financial need | March 27, 2009 |
| TZU Chi Foundation Scholarship | Senior, selected on the basis of financial need, academic achievement, and community involvement, regardless of race, ethnicity, or religion, minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale | Postmark deadline of March 31, 2009 |
| Texas Diversity Council Diversity First Scholarship Award | Senior, entering a four year college or university in the fall of 2009, GPA of at least a 2.80 on a 4.0 scale | Completed application by March 27, 2009 |
| Prairie View Retired Teachers & School Personnel Scholarship | Senior, majoring in teacher education, plan to enroll at Prairie View A&M University, must have a GPA 3.0 | March 31, 2009 |
| Waller FFA Booster Club Scholarship | Senior, meet criteria of the booster club by-laws | March 31, 2009 to Mrs. Stewart |
| Navy Scholarship Program | IMMEDIATE SELECTION: Senior, ACT: 26 Math with math + Eng = 54, or SAT: 620 math with Math + Verbal = 1250, top 20% of the class, never used illegal drugs, no convictions involving alcohol - Other Selection Process: ACT 21 Math, 22 Eng or SAT: 520 Math, 530 Verbal, or 10% of the class | April 2009 |
| Navy Reserve Officer Training Candidate Scholarship | Senior, U.S. citizens, 17 yrs old by September 1 and younger than 23 on June 30th of the first year of college, SAT of 530 verbal/520 math or ACT of 22 English / 21 Math visit: https//www.nrotc.navy.mil or Senior Chief Andrew Warren 713.953.5959 ext 247; 281.840.3783 (cell) andrew.warren@navy.mil | |
| Tomball College / Waller High School Opportunity Scholarship | Senior, two scholarships will be given in the amount of $500 (male & female), must attend Tomball College in the fall of 2009 | April 1, 2009 |
| Texas Rural Electric Women's Association Scholarship | Senior, current member or and employee of a Texas electric cooperative, membership form included | Postmarked April 1, 2009 |
| CAT Lift Trucks Scholarship | Senior, plan to enroll in college/university/tech school, engineering/business field, upper half of graduating class, U.S. citizen, and Texas resident | April 3, 2009 |
| Waller County Fair Memorial Scholarship (General Scholarship) | Senior, participated in the Waller County Fair at least 3 years(4-H or FFA), but one year must have been in his/her senior year, show documentation that he/she is enrolled in a college/university/tech school, and have taken a college entrance exam | April 8, 2009 |
| NAAAP Houston Scholarship - (National Association of Asian American Professionals) | Senior, Asian Pacific descent, read directions carefully | Postmarked deadline of April 3, 2010 |
| Dixie Martin Foundation, Inc. Scholarship | Senior, read and follow directions | April 14, 2009 |
| Spirit Stars Booster Club Scholarship | Senior, read and follow directions | April 14, 2009 |
| San Bernard Electric Cooperative, Inc. Academic Scholarship | Senior, plans to attend college/university/tech school, parent or guardian must be a member of San Bernard Electric Cooperative, proof of enrollment to college, top25% of their class | April 15, 2009 |
| Richie Robertson Athletic Scholarship | Senior, participated in athletics at Waller High School, must demonstrate well-balanced achievement in both academic and extracurricular activities, emphasis on student's loyalty, character, responsibility, conduct and personal values | April 15, 2009 |
| Gloria Lovell Memorial -Waller Women's Club | Senior, plan to attend a college/trade/tech school in the fall, follow directions on application | April 16 2009 |
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Curtis Wood Memorial
Scholarship
San Bernard Electric / Prairie View A&M University |
Senior, parent/guardian must be a member of San Bernard Electric Cooperative, Inc., top 50% of the graduating class | April 15, 2009 |
| JJ Reinhardt Memorial Fishing Tournament Scholarship | Senior, must be a current AG student involved in the wildlife program, overall passing GPA | April 16, 2009 |
| South Texas Press Association Paul Busch Scholarship | Senior, pursuing a career in newspaper journalism | Postmarked April 20, 2009 |
| Waller High School Cheerleading Scholarship | Senior, read and follow directions | April 21, 2009 |
| Career Colleges & Schools of Texas Scholarship | Senior, Waller High School has four $1,000 scholarships to hand out, if you are considering a trade/tech school, please see Mrs. Stewart for application | April 21, 2009 |
| Imagine America Scholarships | Senior, any student attending a trade/tech school, see Mrs. Stewart | April 21, 2009 |
| City of Houston High School Art Contest - Waterworks for Houston Festival | 9th - 12th grade students, follow directions |
Mail or deliver artwork by
Friday
April 21, 2009 |
| Texas Farm Bureau Youth Leadership Conference | 10th - 11th, upper 30% of their class, character, scholastic and leadership ability, student does not have to be a Farm Bureau member to attend the conference, but must become one to be eligible to enter the Free Enterprise Speech Contest | April 22, 2009 |
| Waller County Farm Bureau Scholarship | Senior, rank in the upper half of his/her graduating class, follow directions | April 22, 2009 |
| Knights of Columbus Council 12672 "Doug Stepan Memorial" Scholarship | Senior, member of a family registered at St. Katherine Drexel Catholic Church or a member of the Knights of Co9lumbus council #12672, Planning to attend college in the fall of 2009 as a full time student | April 24, 2009 |
| NPG Scholarship Contest (Negative Population Growth) | Senior, U.S. citizen or legal resident, please follow directions | Must be received by April 24, 2009 |
| Department of Agriculture, Nutrition, and Human Ecology (ANE) Scholarship | Senior must be an ANE major, GPA of no less than 3.0, | April 27, 2009 |
| Order of the Eastern Star Scholarship | Senior, read directions | April 30, 2009 |
| Texas Lutheran University Alumni Scholarship | Senior, planning to enroll at Texas Lutheran University | May 1, 2009 |
| Texas Hospitality Association Scholarship | Senior, follow directions | Postmarked May 8, 2009 |
| Texas Nursery & Landscape Association Scholarship | Senior, Texas resident, sincere intent to enter or be involved in the horticulture indusstry, and must attend an approved school, follow directions | Must be in the TNLA office by June 1, 2009 |
| Al's Formal "Salute to Education Scholarship Program | Senior, applications are available at all Al's Formal Wear stores, for nearest location dial your area code then 730-4-TUX or 1-877-730-4Tux---For complete scholarship rules, please visit www.alsformalwear.com | The application must be received in the corporate office by 5pm CST on June 10, 2009 |
| Abbott and Fenner Business Scholarship | 11th and 12th grade students, read instructions, your submissions must be sent by email: scholarships@abbottand fenner.com | June 20, 2009 |
| Big Sun Athletic Scholarship | Senior, play any sport in high school, planning to attend college/university | June 25, 2009 |
| University of Houston Alumni Scholarships | www.mycourageconnection.com/scholarships | Various deadlines |
| Blinn College Exemplary Student Scholarship Program | Senior, GPA of 84 or higher in all Math, Science, social studies, & English classes, display leadership qualities (volunteer/community service, organizations, offices held, etc.), reside in the Brenham on-campus student housing facilities, submit a housing application and turn in a deposit, register for classes on the Brenham campus, enroll full-time per semester, maintain a GPA of 3.0 to receive the scholarship for the 2nd semester | First Come First Serve |
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