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Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarship 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.
December
Odenza Marketing Group Volunteer Award-$500. Students with at least a 2.5 GPA and 50 volunteer community service
hours who are residents of the U. S. and between ages of 16 and 22 on December 30, 2019 are eligible. Must submit essay
and provide personal and school contact information. For more information and applications go to
https://odenzamarketinggroupvolunteeraward.com/awards/8/eligibility_odenza_marketing_group_volunteer_award.php.
Due Date: 12/30/2019
School Band and Orchestra Magazine Essay Contest-Five $1,000 scholarships to students in grades 9-12. Students in grades
4-12 are eligible. Must complete entry form, respond in 250 words or less to "How does your musical instrument match your
personality?" and submit online. For more information and entry forms go to https://sbomagazine.com/essay-contest.html.
Due Date: 12/31/2019
Imagine America Foundation Scholarship-$1,000 scholarships. Seniors who will graduate in 2019 with a 2.5 GPA, financial
need, and voluntary community service during senior year are eligible. (Juniors who will graduate in 2020 may begin applying
in January of 2020.) Must become an Imagine America member, create a login and profile, complete application, and watch
Financial Planning Made Simple video. Guidance counselor will review application, and if approved, send on to school. For
more information, go to https://www.imagine-america.org/. Due Date: 12/31/2019
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: 12/31/2019
PhentermineClinics Health Scholarship-$1,000. College/university, trade school, and high school students are eligible. Must
create a unique content piece of 1,000 to 2,000 words covering subject of what it means to live a healthy lifestyle in 2019
and email document including name, phone number, address, school name, area of study, and proof are student at the
school specified. For more information, go to https://phentermineclinics.net/scholarship/. Due Date: 12/31/2019
Active Life Scholarship to Tackle Your Weakness-$1,000. High school students 15 years of age or older are eligible. Must
complete application and write three to five sentences answering "What do you consider one of your greatest weaknesses?"
or "Why is it important to try to improve a weakness?" For more information and applications go to
http://www.getupgetactive.org/active-life-weakness/. Due Date: 12/31/2019
2019 G2 Overachievers Student Grant-Grand prize $12,500 grant to student; $1,500 grant to student's school. Middle and
high school students who are U. S. residents and between ages of 13 and 19 are eligible to be nominated. Participants are
required to submit 1,000 to 2,500 handwritten words expressing how they (if nominating self), or a student they know, are
working outside the classroom to benefit others. Contest finalists must accept nomination and submit Affidavit of Eligibility,
social security number, two personal references, and an additional submission using either video or photography that
responds to questions or prompts. For more information, go to https://g2overachievers.com/enter-student/. Due Date:
12/31/2019
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 2025 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: 12/31/2019
12/19/2019
Unigo $10K 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 2025 in a post-secondary institution of higher learning and submit online essay of 140
characters or less, including spaces, on "Imagine a historical figure is brought back to life. Who is it? What's their favorite
mobile app?" For more information, go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/unigo-10k-scholarship.
Due Date: 12/31/2019
JanuaryAnn Wood Florida State Society Daughters of the American Revolution 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
http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: To Chapter Regent or Chapter Scholarship Chairman by
1/01/2020
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program-Multiple $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: 1/03/2020, 3:00 p.m. CT (or until 25,000 applications submitted)
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 2020. 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://footlocker.smapply.io/prog/athletes/. Due Date: Nominations by 12/13/2019, Application by 1/03/2020, 5:00 p.m.
EST
Ron Brown Scholar Program-$40,000 scholarships ($10,000 a year). African-American seniors who are U. S. citizens or
permanent residents and 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 1/09/2020 for Ron Brown Scholar Program only
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 2018 IRS Form 1040/1040A, ACT/SAT scores,
official transcript, letters of recommendation, counselor report, and exhibits. For more information and applications go to
https://www.floridaelks.org/hope-scholarships. Due Date: 1/10/2020
Washington Crossing Foundation National Scholarship Awards-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, résumé, and other documentation. Need three
copies of each. For more information and applications go to http://gwcf.org/. Due Date: Postmarked by 1/15/2020
12/19/2019
The James H. Davis Memorial Scholarship-Renewable scholarships. Seniors planning to attend a community college, college
or university in the state of Florida and enrolling in a horticulture program or related field with the intent to graduate in that
field are eligible. Scholarships based on financial need, ability to maintain 2.0 GPA, and full-time enrollment. Must complete
application, write essay, and provide two letters of recommendation and transcript. For more information and applications
go to http://www.fngla.org/professional-development/overview/scholarships. Due Date: 1/15/2020
Mensa Education & Research Foundation Scholarships-Local, regional, and national awards from $500 to $1,000. Seniors
who are U. S. citizens or legal residents and planning to attend U. S. universities are eligible. Must complete application and
write 550 words or less essay explaining career, academic and/or vocational goals. Essays judged on content and grammar,
organization and craftsmanship. For more information and applications go to https://www.mensafoundation.org/what-we-
do/scholarships/. Due Date: Application period 9/15/2019-1/15/2020, 11:59 p.m. CSTMensa Education & Research Foundation Scholarships-National $2,500 scholarships. Seniors who are U. S. citizens or legal
residents and 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 https://www.mensafoundation.org/what-we-do/scholarships/. Due Date: Application period 9/15/2019-
1/15/2020, 11:59 p.m. CST
Southern Methodist University Hunt Leadership Scholars Program-Approximately 20-25 scholarships of $43,000 per year
for four years. To be eligible must be seniors who rank in the top 25% of class, exhibit extraordinary leadership, have SAT of
1330 or ACT of 29, and have completed strong college prep curriculum. Must submit application for admission to SMU,
online Hunt Leadership Scholarship application, letters of recommendation, essay, and YouTube video statement. For more
information and applications go to https://www.smu.edu/academics/hunt. Due Date: 1/15/2020
J. Ollie Edmunds Distinguished Scholarship-Stetson University-Two 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-R of 1350 are eligible. Must apply for admission,
complete scholarship application, write essay, and provide two-four references, official transcript, and nomination form. Up
to two FWBHS students may be nominated. Finalists will attend all-expenses-paid interview weekend. For more information
and applications go to https://www.stetson.edu/administration/financial-planning/scholarships/j-ollie-edmunds/. Due Date:
1/15/2020
The Coolidge Scholarship-Full-ride scholarship, including tuition, room, board, and expenses for four years of undergraduate
study. Juniors are eligible if: are U. S. citizens or legal permanent residents, have distinguished academic record, are
interested in public policy, and display a sense of service and care for the well-being of others. Must create account,
complete application, write essays, and provide two letters of reference. Finalists are interviewed. For more information and
applications go to www.coolidgescholars.org. Due Date: 1/16/2020, 5:00 p.m. EST
John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest-1st Place-$10,000 prize; 2nd Place $3,000 cash award; five finalists-$1,000
each; and eight semi-finalists $100 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
1917, and cite at least five sources. For more information, registration, and submission go to
https://www.jfklibrary.org/learn/education/profile-in-courage-essay-contest. Due Date: 1/17/2020
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 and/or ADHD, 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 and/or ADHD. For more information and
applications go to https://www.ncld.org/scholarships-and-awards. Due Date: 1/17/2020
12/19/2019
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 specialized program
for students with LD and/or ADHD in the fall. Must complete application and provide transcript, three letters of
recommendation, financial statement, and proof of LD. For more information and applications go to
https://www.ncld.org/scholarships-and-awards. Due Date: 1/17/2020
C-Span's Student Cam 2020-150 student and 50 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-six minute video documentary using C-SPAN
programming focusing on the topic “'What's Your Vision in 2020?' Explore the issue you most want presidential candidates
to address during the campaign." For more information and entry forms go to http://www.studentcam.org/. Due Date:
1/20/2020
Holocaust Reflection Contest-Three high school first place awards-$1,000 each; $500 to each winning student's teacher;
$500 to each winning student's school; three second place awards of $250 each. High school and middle school students are
eligible. Students must create original essay or poem, visual art piece, or short film that reflects this piece of history, its
personal meaning, and how it may impact personal future. Submit entry using online application, and provide Release Form.
For more information and applications go to https://www.nova.edu/holocaustcontest/index.html. Due Date: 1/20/2020
APIA Scholarship Program-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 2020; and have a
minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale. Must register, complete application, provide one letter of recommendation
online, submit FAFSA, and write essays. For more information and applications go to
https://apiascholars.org/scholarship/apia-scholarship/. Due Date: 1/22/2020, 5:00 p.m. EST
JCI Senators Foundation of Florida Scholarship-One $1,000 scholarship based on academic performance and financial need;
two $500-$1,000 scholarships based on academic performance; those two applications will be forwarded to the U. S. JCI
Senate Foundation for an additional $1,000 scholarship. Seniors who are U. S. citizens, Florida residents, and graduating from
a Florida high school are eligible. Must complete application, write personal statement of no more than 300 words; and
provide up to 3 references, supporting documentation, and a transcript. For more information and applications go to
https://www.fljcisenate.org/scholarship-directions-and-application/. Due Date: US JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship
application postmarked by 1/24/2020
Prestige College Scholarships-Three non-ambassador and three Model Ambassador $1,000 scholarships. Seniors (class of
2020) who have been photographed by Prestige Portraits for senior pictures are eligible. Must complete application form
and write a one-page (600 word maximum) formal essay on "Tell us what senior year means to you and how you’ve used
your Prestige Portraits to celebrate your achievements." For more information and applications go to
https://prestigeportraits.com/get-inspired/prestige-college-scholarships/. Due Date: 1/30/2020
2020 Spirit of Anne Frank Awards-$1,000-$5,000. To be eligible must be seniors who plan to attend a four-year college in fall
of 2020 and have proven themselves exceptional leaders in combating intolerance, prejudice and injustice in their schools
and communities. Must create account, complete application, write essay of 1,000 words, and provide two letters of
recommendation and Terms and Conditions page. For more information and applications go to
https://annefrankcenter.submittable.com/submit/149647/2020-spirit-of-anne-frank-awards-scholarship. Due Date:
1/31/2020
Courageous Persuaders Video Competition-Multiple awards from $250-$3,000. High school students can either enter
individually or in teams. Must create and enter 30-second commercial to warn middle school students about dangers of
underage drinking or dangers of texting and driving; and provide entry form, consent form, and works cited page. For more
information and forms go to https://courageouspersuaders.com/the-competition/. Due Date: 1/31/2020
Elks National Foundation Legacy Awards-Up to 300 $4,000 scholarships. Seniors who are children or grandchildren of dues-
paying Elks members are eligible. (Became members on or before 4/01/2017 and paid dues through 3/31/2020.) 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 to
https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/legacy.cfm. Due Date: 1/31/2020, 11:59 a.m. CT
12/19/2019
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 2026 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: 1/31/2020
February
Will McLean Foundation Scholarship-$3,000. Seniors who are Florida residents, attending a Florida school, and have skills
and interests that are musically or technically oriented and related to Florida Folk Music, Florida Folk History, and/or
production of materials related to Florida Folklore. Must complete application, write narrative of goals and objectives, and
provide transcript and any supporting documents and materials that will enhance application. See Ms. Smith for
applications. Due Date: 2/01/2020
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarships-Typically sixty scholarships up to $30,000 over four years. 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 https://www.jackierobinson.org. Due Date: 2/01/2020, 5:00 p.m.
ET
Arts for Life! Scholarships-Twenty-five $1,000 scholarships. Florida 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 in creative writing, dance, drama, music, or visual art. For more information and applications go to
https://artsforlifeaward.org/apply/. Due Date: 2/03/2020Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship-$500-$5,000 a year, renewable. Seniors are eligible if have a 3.0 GPA, are U. S. citizens
or permanent residents, and did not participate as a student- athlete this academic year and will not participate as a student-
athlete in intercollegiate athletics during the coming academic year. Awards based on academic excellence, leadership skills
and community involvement as well as activities, awards and honors, and who have a demonstrated financial need. Must
create account and complete application. For more information and applications go to
https://www.jimmyranefoundation.org/. Due Date: 2/06/2020, 11:59 p.m. PT
Farm Credit of Northwest Florida AgVocator Scholarship-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: 2/07/2020, 9:00 p.m. CST
Okaloosa County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated Scholarship & Awards Program-Multiple
$1,000 scholarships. Seniors with at least a 2.5 GPA who plan to attend a post-secondary school in the 2019-2020 academic
school year are eligible. Must complete application, write 500-word essay (have someone proofread), and provide official
transcript, sealed letter of recommendation, and a wallet-sized photo. Based on academics, leadership, essay responses and
volunteer/work experiences. For more information and applications go to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due
Date: Postmarked by 2/10/2020
Corvais Foundation Scholarship-Four-year up to $50,000 scholarship. Seniors with a 3.0 GPA who are planning to attend an
accredited four-year institution and whose parent is an active-duty service member stationed at specific installations,
including Eglin AFB and Hurlburt Field, are eligible. Must create account and complete application. For more information and
applications go to https://corviasfoundation.org/apply-now/. Due Date: 2/14/2020
Florida Engineering Society High School Graduate Scholarship-Six $3,000 scholarships; Chapters may also award
scholarships. Seniors with a 3.5/4.0 GPA who are U. S. citizens or permanent residents and are planning to enroll in an EAC-
ABET accredited engineering program are eligible. Must complete application and provide Certification Sheet, official
transcripts and IB, AICE, and AP test scores. Application materials must be submitted to Monica Autrey at Destin Water Users
on a flash/jump drive. For more information and applications go to https://www.fleng.org/page/Scholarships. Due Date:
Postmarked by 2/14/2020 or hand delivered to Monica Autrey, PE at Destin Water Users, Inc.
12/19/2019
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
https://www.dar.org/national-society/scholarships. Due Date: 2/15/2020, Midnight ET
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution American Indian Scholarships-$4,000. Native American seniors with
a 3.25/4.0 GPA and in financial need are eligible. Awards based on financial need and academic achievement. Must complete
application and provide official transcript, three letters of recommendation, proof of American Indian blood, and letter
giving family history, financial status, and education objectives. For more information and applications go to
https://www.dar.org/national-society/scholarships/american-indian. Due Date: 2/15/2020, Midnight ET
Eighteenth 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, 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 https://www.waceinc.org/scholarship/index.html. Due Date:
Postmarked by 2/15/2020; deadline exceptions for Clarkson University, Drexel University, and SUNY Oswego can be found
at https://www.waceinc.org/scholarship/partners.html.
Mediacom World Class Scholars Scholarship Program-$1,000. Seniors who are legal residents in a community served by
Mediacom and who have been accepted by a qualified post-secondary institution are eligible. Award based on academic
achievement, leadership, self-reliance, initiative and creative ability, and participation in school and community activities.
Must complete application, write 500 word essay, and provide official transcript and two references. For more information
and applications go to http://www.mediacomworldclass.com/. Due Date: Postmarked on or before 2/15/2020
Sparkling Ice Flavorful Futures Scholarship Program-Five $5,000 scholarships. Seniors with a 2.5/4.0 GPA who are U. S.
citizens or permanent legal residents are eligible. Must complete application, write essays about how you will use education
to support flavorful future and what inspires you to have confidence in yourself, and create a 3 minute or less video showing
who you are. For more information and applications go to https://app.mykaleidoscope.com/scholarship/flavorfulfutures.
Due Date: 2/15/2020
SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design) Challenge-Three winners from each challenge-1st Place-$4,000, renewable; 2nd
Place-$3,000, renewable; 3rd Place-$2,000, renewable. Seniors and juniors are eligible to compete for scholarships. Must
complete an application for admission and submit work in the SCAD Challenge categories in SlideRoom. May enter work in
multiple categories. For more information, go to https://www.scad.edu/admission/financial-aid-and-
scholarships/scholarships/scad-challenge. Due Date: 2/17/2020, 5:30 p.m. ET
Stossel in the Classroom Essay Contest-First Prize-$2,500; Second Prize-$1,000; Ten Finalists-$200 each; Twenty-five Semi-
finalists-$100; Fifty Honorable Mentions-$50 each. Students ages 12-18 are eligible. Must watch Contest Video, do additional
research, write 500-1,000 word essay on topic of income inequality, and cite sources. For more information, go to
https://stosselintheclassroom.org/contests/. Due Date: 2/17/2020, 11:59 p.m. ET
30th 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 "You Can Make a Difference". Judged on overall impact, effectiveness in
conveying the theme, originality and artistic merit. For more information, go to https://www.christophers.org/poster-
contest. Due Date: Postmarked by 2/18/2020
12/19/2019
Simon Youth Community Scholarship-$1,500 awarded at each Simon Center (Mall); regional Awards of Excellence are
renewable. Seniors who are U. S. residents attending school and living in a Simon community and planning to enroll as full-
time students at an accredited two- or four-year college/university or vocational/technical school are eligible. Based on
academic promise, financial need, essay response, letter of recommendation, work experience and
community/extracurricular involvement. Must register and complete application. For more information and applications go
https://syf.org/scholarships/. Due Date: 2/19/2020
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 in high school and/or community
including photographs, newspaper stories, etc. For more information and applications go to
https://www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm. Due Date: Postmarked on or before 2/20/2020
Stossel in the Classroom Video Contest-High School-First Prize-$2,500; Second Prize-$1,000; Ten Finalists-$200 each (among
college and high school entries). Students ages 14-23 are eligible. Must watch Contest Video, do additional research, and
create 1-3 minute video on topic of income inequality, and check facts. For more information, go to
https://stosselintheclassroom.org/contests/. Due Date: 2/20/2020, 11:59 p.m. ET
TeenDrive365 Video Challenge-First Place-$15,000; Second Place-$10,000; Third Place-$7,500; People's Choice-$5,000;
Fourth -Tenth Place-$2,500; Up to 51 Merit-prize pack worth $300. Ninth through twelfth grade students who are at least 13
years old and legal residents are eligible. May work alone or in group of two to four students. Must register, get parent
authorization, create a 30-60 second video with a solution to end distracted driving, and submit as a YouTube link. Video
scored on creativity, content, and presentation. For more information, go to https://www.teendrive365inschool.com/video-
challenge. Due Date: 2/26/2020, 8:00 p.m. ET
The Dream.US National Scholarship-Maximum of $14,500 for associate degree and $29,000 for bachelor’s degree, at one of
Partner Colleges; some Scholars may be eligible for additional stipend of up to $4,000 (or $1,000 per year) for books,
supplies, and transportation; renewable each year. Seniors are eligible if: have current DACA or TPS, or, can certify came to
U. S. before 16 years old, have continuously resided in the United States since 11/01/2014 up to the present time, and have
had no lawful status; have significant unmet financial need; and have at least a 2.5/4.0 GPA. Must be accepted and attend
one of the Partner Colleges, complete scholarship application procedure. Awards based on grades, standardized test scores,
participation in advanced courses, extracurricular activities including volunteer work and community service and essays. For
more information and applications go to https://www.thedream.us/scholarships/national-scholarship/. Due Date:
2/27/2020, 11:59 p.m. PST
Better Business Bureau Foundation Student Ethics Scholarship-Multiple $1,000 scholarships. Juniors and seniors who are U.
S. residents, live in the BBB/Northwest Florida's 14 county service area, and have shown commitment to ethical behavior and
personal integrity are eligible. Must complete entry form, write essay of no more than 500 words, and provide three letters
of recommendation, official transcript, and supporting documentation in areas of leadership, community service, and
academics. For more information and entry forms go to https://www.bbb.org/northwest-florida/programs-
services/bbbnorthwest-florida-foundation/torch-award-for-ethics/student-ethics-scholarship/ and
https://www.bbb.org/globalassets/local-bbbs/pensacola-fl-65/pensacola_fl_65/torch-awards/2020-scholarship-
application.pdf. Due Date: Either postmarked or delivered to Pensacola office by 2/28/2020, 2:00 p.m.
Eglin Spouses' Club Scholarship-Eligible seniors have at least a 3.0/4.0 GPA and are dependents of active duty, retired or
deceased military member military; possess, or eligible to possess a military ID card allowing full benefits
that will not expire before May 31, 2020; and reside within a 50-mile radius of Eglin Air Force Base or be the dependent of a
sponsor stationed at Eglin Air ForceBase. Must complete application, write essay of 500-600 words, and provide official
transcript, Counselor's Verification, and one recommendation (make sure inform person making recommendation of
directions). For more information and applications go to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date:
Postmarked by 2/28/2020
12/19/2019
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 2026 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: 2/29/2020
March
The American Legion Department of Florida General Scholarship-1st-$2,500; 2nd-$1,500; 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
https://www.floridalegion.org/programs-services/scholarships/. Due Date: 3/01/2020
The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year-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 who are Florida residents and 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 https://www.floridalegion.org/programs-services/scholarships/. Due Date:
3/01/2020
Florida Association of School Resource Officers Scholarship-Forty $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 https://fasro.net/awards.html. Due Date: 3/01/2020
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
https://ecpro.org/. Due Date: 3/01/2020
Engebretson Foundation Scholarship-$5,000 per semester for a year, renewable up to three more years. Seniors with a
3.75/4.0 (or top 5% of class), ACT of 28 or SAT of 1240, and financial need who plan to attend a four-year college are eligible.
Must complete application, write essay(s), and provide FAFSA Student Aid Report; first two pages of Federal Form 1040,
1040A, or 1040EZ if applicable; resume; official transcript; ACT and/or SAT scores; college acceptance letters; and teacher
recommendation form. For more information and applications go to https://www.engebretsonfoundation.org/. Due Date:
3/01/2020
American Chemical Society Scholars Program-$2,500. To be eligible must be African American, American Indian, Alaska
Native, Native Hawaiian, Native Pacific Islander and Hispanic/Latino seniors with a 3.0 GPA planning to pursue a major in a
chemically-related science for a career in chemical sciences. Must complete application and provide official transcript, two
letters of recommendation, and a copy of Student Aid Report (SAR) from FAFSA. Based on academic record, career objective,
financial need, leadership ability, participation in school activities, and community service. For more information and
applications go to https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding-and-awards/scholarships/acsscholars.html. Due Date:
3/01/2020
12/19/2019
International Test and Evaluation Association (ITEA) Emerald Coast Chapter Scholarship-$1,000 and $500 scholarships.
Seniors who are U. S. citizens and residents of Okaloosa, Walton, or Santa Rosa Counties and interested in scientific and
engineering fields related to test and evaluation are eligible. Must complete application and write two essays of no more
than 2,000 characters, and one essay of no more than 1,000 characters. Selection based on academic achievement; special
honors and recognition; leadership; extracurricular activities; interest in science, technology, math, engineering;
demonstration of basic knowledge of test and evaluation; and overall communication skills. For more information and
applications go to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 3/01/2020
Create-A-Greeting Card Scholarship-$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. Every month
judges will put 100 entries for voting on site. The top 10 entries with the most votes from each session will automatically
move on to the Finalist Round. For more information, go to https://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-
scholarship.htm. Due Date: 3/02/2020
Fort Walton Beach Woman's Club-$1,000. FWBHS female seniors who are planning to enroll in a Florida
college/university/technical school are eligible. Must complete application, write 500 word essay, and provide two
references. For more information and applications see Ms. Smith. Due Date: 3/06/2020
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, and any additional documentation. For more
information and applications go to http://students.sae.org/scholarships/freshman/. Due Date: 3/15/2020
Suzanne Gooder/WOTM Scholarship Program-$2,500. FWBHS seniors who maintain at least a 2.5 GPA and are planning to
attend full-time at an accredited Community College, College/University or Technical School are eligible. Must complete
application in black ink, 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: 3/15/2020
Digital Arts, Film and Animation Competition-$250 for first place in each category: Web Design, Graphic Media, 3-D
Animation, Interactive Media, Film, and Photo Imaging. Ninth-twelfth graders who are deaf or hard of hearing are eligible.
May submit up to two entries. Must complete entry form; submit transcript, teacher recommendation, and DVD/CD of
artwork; and write 150-300 word essay for each work. Judged on uniqueness/originality, professional quality (neatness and
craft), aesthetic quality (design, composition, and color/tones), concept, selection and application of materials, and
complexity/level of digital technology used. For more information, go to https://www.rit.edu/ntid/dafac/. Due Date:
3/15/2020
Destin Water Users Scholarships-$1,500 for first two years and $2,000 for last two years. Seniors who are residents in the
area serviced by Destin Water Users are eligible. Scholarship based on academic achievement, personal character,
leadership, financial need, and to a lesser extent, interest in environmental engineering or other related fields. Must
complete application, write essay of 200 words or less, and provide transcript, transcript release form, counselor's student
data information form, and financial need sheet. Take counselor form to Guidance no later than 3/05/2020. For more
information and applications go to http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 3/15/2020 (Spring Break
begins Friday, 3/13/2020.)
Lexus Eco Challenge-Grand Prize Winners-$20,000 divided equally among team members; First Prize Winners-$10,000
divided equally among team members. Ninth through twelfth grade students who are legal residents are eligible. Must enter
contest in teams of 5-10 with up to two teacher advisors. Teacher Advisors must register and include the name of each Team
they are advising. The Teacher Advisor, on behalf of the team, will be required to submit the entry via the online entry form
or in Microsoft PowerPoint format online. Must create PowerPoint presentations for Challenge 1: Land & Water and
Challenge 2: Air & Climate. The 32 finalists from those challenges will compete for the Final Challenge by invitation only. For
more information and registration go to https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/sponsored-content/lexus/home/. Due Date:
Final Challenge (by invitation only) 1/28/20-3/16/2020
12/19/2019
Order Sons & Daughters of Italy Joseph B. Franzalia Lodge #2422 Scholarship-Seniors are eligible. (Do not have to be of
Italian descent.) Awards based on scholastic achievement, participation in school and community activities, and financial
need. Must complete application and provide Scholarship Checklist, Student Data and Recommendation Sheet, official
transcript, and copy of ACT/SAT scores. For more information and applications go to
http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 3/27/2020
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 2026 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: 3/31/2020
April
Southern Scholarship Foundation-Rent-free housing; renewable. Seniors who plan to attend Flagler-Tallahassee, 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 $300 of the Food & Service Bill on move in
day. 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 https://www.southernscholarship.org/. Due Date: For fall
consideration 4/01/2020
American Fire Sprinkler Association High School Senior Scholarship Contest-Ten $2,000 scholarships. Seniors who are U. S.
citizens or aliens legally residing in the U. S. are eligible. Must complete entry form and answer 8-question exam. For more
information, go to https://www.afsascholarship.org/. Due Date: 4/01/2020, Midnight CT
Florida Farmworker Student Scholarship Program-Up to 50 awards equal to the amount required to pay tuition and
specified fees. Seniors who are Florida residents and farmworkers or children of farmworkers and have a 3.5/4.0 GPA, at
least 90% attendance rate, and 30 community service hours are eligible. Must complete application and FAFSA. For more
information and applications go to https://www.floridastudentfinancialaidsg.org/SAPHome/SAPHome?url=home. Due Date:
Application by 4/01/2020; FAFSA in time to be processed by 5/15/2020
Frame My Future Scholarship Contest 2020-Grand Prize Winner-$5,000 scholarship; First runner-up $1,000 scholarship;
Second runner-up $500; All winners receive custom diploma frame. Seniors who are legal residents and plan to enroll as a
full-time student in U. S. community college/college/university in 2019-2020 academic year are eligible. Must complete entry
form, submit entry piece conveying Frame My Future theme, and write description of piece (500 characters or less). Public
votes on top 24 finalists. For more information and entry forms go to https://www.diplomaframe.com/contests/frame-my-
future-scholarship.aspx. Due Date: 4/01/2020
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 State Department leadership 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 are eligible. Must complete essay submission form and write essay of
1000 to 1,250 words identifying how members of the Foreign Service work with other civilian parts of the U.S. Government
to promote peace, national security and economic prosperity. For more information and essay submission forms go to
https://www.afsa.org/essay-contest. Due Date: 4/06/2020, 11:59 p.m. EDT
Troy University Emerald Coast Chapter of Alumni and Friends Scholarship 2020-Awards range from $1,000-$3,000. Seniors
who have been unconditionally admitted to Troy University; live in Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, or Walton County; and have
actively participated in school activities and community programs are eligible. Must complete application, write 250 word
essay, and provide at least two letters of recommendation. For more information and applications go to
http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 4/10/2020
12/19/2019
24th 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 Wuthering Heights 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 https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/signet-essay-
contest/. Due Date: Entries must be postmarked by 4/15/2020 and received on or by 4/22/2020
Ayn Rand Rand Anthem Essay Contest-Each contest-1st-$2,000; Three 2nd-$250; Five 3rd-$100; and 50 Finalists-$25. Two
separate contests-One for eight through tenth graders, and the other for eleventh and twelfth graders. 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://aynrand.org/students/essay-contests/#tab-3-anthem-overview. Due Date: 4/30/2020
E-waste Scholarship-$1,000. High school students who are U. S. citizens or legal residents are eligible. Must complete
application form and write 140-character statement that completes the sentence "The most important reason to care about
e-waste is..." Top 10 applications will be selected as finalists who will be asked to write 500- to 1,000-word essay about e-
waste. For more information, go to http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/ewaste-scholarship. Due Date: 4/30/2020
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 2026 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:
4/30/2020
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 https://americancollegefoundation.org/college-planning-visionary-scholarship-details/.
Due Date: 5/01/2020
Pureland Supply Vocational and Skilled Trade Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors who have been accepted to an accredited trade
school, vocational college, technical school or community college for the study of trade, craft, or labor occupations are
eligible. Must complete application, write one-page essay, and provide transcript and one letter of recommendation. For
more information and applications go to https://www.purelandsupply.com/t-scholarship.aspx.
Due Date: 5/01/2020
ProjectorLamps.com Entrepreneurial Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors are eligible if will be enrolled as a Business major and may
one day be an entrepreneur and start own business. Must complete application, write one-page essay about a business hope
to create one day, and provide transcript and one-page essay. For more information and applications go to
https://www.projectorlamps.com/t-scholarship.aspx. Due Date: 5/01/2020
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 https://americancollegefoundation.org/. Due Date: 5/01/2020
Trial Pro, P.A. $5,000 Annual Scholarship-$5,000. Seniors with a 3.0/4.0 GPA who are U. S. citizens or permanent residents
are eligible. Must complete application, write 400-500 word essay, and submit official transcript, one recommendation
letter, and portfolio of 2-3 pieces showcasing talents in specific discipline. For applications and more information go to
http://www.trialpro.com/scholarships/. Due Date: 5/01/2020
12/19/2019
Florida State Society of the 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 include four copies of
complete application and financial need form; letter explaining career objectives; two letters of recommendation; list of
extra-curricular activities, honors received, scholastic achievements, and other significant accomplishments; and one copy of
official transcript and a copy of birth certificate or naturalization papers. For more information and applications go to
http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: To Chapter Regent or Chapter Scholarship Chairman by
5/01/2020
Society of Women Engineers Scholarship-Amounts vary; some are renewable. Female seniors with a 3.5/4.0 GPA who are
planning to study at an ABET-accredited program in engineering, technology, or computing are eligible. Must register,
complete online application, and provide resume, transcript, email contact information for two references, and letter of
acceptance from college/university into ABET-accredited engineering or computer science program. For more information
and applications go to https://scholarships.swe.org/applications/login.asp. Due Date: Application period 3/01/2020-
5/01/2020, 5:00 p.m. CT
Stephen Bufton Memorial Educational Fund of the American Business Women's Association-National Scholarship in
Memory of Jane Nicklay-$2,500. Female seniors with a 3.0/4.0 GPA who are U. S. citizens and planning to attend college in
August of 2020 majoring in teaching are eligible. Must complete application and biographical sketch online and provide
three letters of reference and transcript. For more information and applications go to http://sbmef.org/scholarship. Due
Date: 5/15/2020, 132 remaining applications available
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: 5/22/2020
Ayn Rand Fountainhead Essay Contest-1st-$10,000; Three 2nd-$2,500 each; Five 3rd-$500 each; and 50 Finalists-$50 each.
Eleventh through twelfth graders are eligible. Must select one of three topics and write essay of 800-1,600 words and
provide cover sheet. May mail or submit online. For more information, go to https://aynrand.org/students/essay-
contests/#tab-3-the-fountainhead. Due Date: 5/28/2020
1800wheelchair.com Scholarship-One or 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 https://www.1800wheelchair.com/scholarship/. Due Date:
Postmarked by 5/30/2020
Unigo Fifth Month Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the
fall of 2026 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: 5/31/2020
June
Odenza Vacations College Scholarship-$500. Students with at least a 2.5 GPA who are residents of the U. S. and between the
ages of 17 and 24 on September 1, 2020 are eligible. Must submit essay and provide personal and school contact
information. For more information and applications go to
https://www.odenzavacationsscholarships.com/vacations/208/eligibility_odenza_vacations_college_scholarship.php. Due
Date: 6/01/2020
12/19/2019
Jane Austen Society of North America Essay Contest-1st Place-$1,000; 2nd Place-$500; 3rd Place $250. High school students
are eligible. Must complete entry form, write essay of 6-8 pages on "Female 'villains' in Jane Austen’s novels don’t get away
with their bad deeds. Or do they? Discuss at least one or more such characters from the major novels and compare them to
the title character in Lady Susan. The latter is a short epistolary novel that can be viewed as the last of the Juvenilia or the
first of Austen's mature novels. " High school students may bring in some works from the Juvenilia but are not required to do
so. Submit essay online. For more information, go to Due Date: 6/01/2020, Midnight PDT
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.php. Due
Date: 6/12/2020
AmericanMuscle's Student Scholarship Program-Two $2,500 scholarships. Seniors planning to pursue an automotive degree
or related field of study are eligible. Must write essay of 700-1500 words "telling us who you are and how you plan on using
your automotive education to incite positive change and innovation within the custom car industry" and submit proof of
enrollment and essay to [email protected]. For more information, go to
https://www.americanmuscle.com/scholarships.html. Due Date: 6/15/2020, 12:00 p.m. EST
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: 6/19/2020
Lift Parts Express Scholarship-$500. Students between ages 16-21 who have a 3.0 GPA and are U. S. or Canadian residents
are eligible. Must write essay on: "Going to college is a big financial commitment. Write an essay that outlines how much you
expect to spend to finish your schooling, how you intend to pay for your schooling, and what you expect your job to be once
you are finished your schooling." For more information and applications go to
https://forkliftpartsgeorgia.com/forkliftparts.php. Due Date: 6/30/2020
2019 El Dabe Ritter Scholarship-Two $1,500 scholarships. Seniors with a 3.0 GPA planning to enroll in an accredited
university are eligible. Must complete application, write essay, and provide transcript, recommendation letters, and resume.
For more information and applications go to https://www.personalinjurylawyerslosangeles.com/#scholarship. Due Date:
6/30/2020
Unigo Do-Over Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the fall of
2026 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: 6/30/2020
JulyResume Companion Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors planning to enroll in a university as full time students in fall of 2019 are
eligible. Must create resume based on the life of any fictional or non-fictional character, from TV, history, literature or myth,
attach resume to an email and include in body of email name, university planning to attend, and short explanation of whose
resume are submitting. Send to [email protected]. For more information, go to
https://resumecompanion.com/scholarship/. Due Date: 7/15/2020
City Property Management HOA Service Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA who plan to attend college fall
semester of 2020 and pursue career in the Real Estate field are eligible. Special consideration given to student interested in
pursuing career in HOA Management. Must complete application and provide transcript. Resume and recommendation
letters are encouraged. For more information and applications go to https://www.cityproperty.com/phoenix#scholarship-
link. Due Date: 7/31/2020
12/19/2019
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 2026 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: 7/31/2020
August
Sugar Spun Scholarship-$500. Seniors planning to enroll in a college/university in the fall are eligible. Must write essay of no
more than 1,000 words answering one of three prompts (your most memorable meal; a life lesson learned through food; or
If you could sit down to a meal with any person in history, living or dead, who would you choose, and why? Include the food
that you would serve.) and provide proof of enrollment before scholarship awarded. Essays judged on originality, creativity,
style, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and adherence to prompt. For more information, go to
https://sugarspunrun.com/scholarship/. Due Date: 8/01/2020, 11:59 p.m. EST
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 2026 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: 8/31/2020
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 2026 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: 9/30/2020
October
AES Engineering Scholarship-$500. Seniors are eligible. (Not required to take engineering courses.) Must write essay of 500-
1,000 words answering, "When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life
successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey?" Submit essay to
[email protected], including full name, name of school attending, and plans for next year. For more
information and applications go to http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.php. Due Date: 10/05/2020
Unigo Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship-$2,000. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are legal U. S.
residents and will enroll no later than fall of 2026 in accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online
response in 250 words or less to "Imagine that your high school or college has been overrun with zombies. Your math
professor, the cafeteria ladies, and even your best friend have all joined the walking dead. Flesh out a plan to avoid the
zombies, including where you’d hide and the top-five things you’d bring to stay alive." For more information, go to
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/zombie-apocalypse-scholarship. Due Date: 10/31/2020
November
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 2026 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: 11/30/2020
Single Scholarship Sites-Due Dates Vary
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Walmart Associate Scholarship-Amounts vary. 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; high school senior or 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 applications go to http://giving.walmart.com/associate-scholarships. Due Date: if
have high school diploma or GED 3/01/2019, 5/31/2019, 8/30/2019, and 11/29/2019; if high school senior must apply
within six months of beginning college classes
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/.
Discover Student Loans Scholarship Award Sweepstakes-Eleven $10,000 scholarships. Students and parents of eligible
seniors can enter random drawing. Must sign up to receive helpful tips on planning and paying for college at
https://scholarship.collegecovered.com/. No purchase or student loan necessary. For more information, go to
https://scholarship.collegecovered.com/. Due Date: End Periods for random drawings on 2/28/2019, 3/31/2019,
4/30/2019, 5/31/2019, 6/30/2019, 7/31/2019, 8/31/2019, 9/30/2019, 10/31/2019, 11/30/2019, 12/31/2019, and
1/31/2020 by 11:59 p.m. ET
$5,000 Nitro College Scholarship-Quarterly $5,000; Additional $1,000 if friend wins and uses your name to apply. Seniors
who are legal residents and are enrolling in the fall at an accredited college/university are eligible. Must complete survey,
respond to three short-answer questions, and participate in social media activity. For more information and applications go
to https://www.nitrocollege.com/nitro-scholarship-application. Due Date: 2/28/2019, 3/31/2019, 4/30/2019, 5/31/2019,
6/30/2019, 7/31/2019, 8/31/2019, 9/30/2019, 10/31/2019, 11/30/2019, and 12/31/2019
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Career and Technical Education Scholarships-To be eligible must be a child of: Active
Duty or Reserve U. S. Marine; Active Duty or Reserve U. S. Navy Corpsman who is serving, or has served with a U. S. Marine
unit; Veteran U. S. Navy Corpsman who has served with a U. S. Marine unit and has received an honorable discharge or was
killed while serving in the U. S. Navy; or Veteran U. S. Marine who has received an honorable discharge or was killed while
serving in the U. S. Marine Corps. Also, must be planning to attend a non-degree certificate program or vocational training
that is 12 months or less at a community college or private career school listed on College Navigator, have a 2.0 GPA and a
maximum family adjusted gross income (2017) not exceeding $98,000. Must register for an account, complete application,
and provide official transcript, 2017 Federal Income Tax Return (first two pages), qualifying military documents, and a photo.
For more information, registration, and applications go to https://www.mcsf.org/apply/. Due Date: The CTE scholarship
application is available all year and applications are processed every month. The entire process may take 5 weeks: Week 1
& 2: Complete and submit an application; Week 3: Application reviewed and processed; Week 4: Award decision emailed
to applicants; Week 5: Recipients complete Award Acceptance for scholarship payment
Great Value Colleges Community Service Scholarship-$1,500. Seniors who are U. S. citizens with a 3.0 GPA and have been
accepted at an accredited post-secondary U.S. institution are eligible. Must complete application; submit cover letter,
resume, two letters of recommendation, transcript, and ACT/SAT test scores; completed at least 40 hours of community
services; and write 1000-1500 word essay that describes favorite community project, involvement in project, and how
project enhanced and/or added value to college education. For more information and applications go to
https://www.greatvaluecolleges.net/community-service-scholarship/. Due Date: 11/15/2019 (spring award), 7/15/2020
(fall award)
L. Ron Hubbard Illustrators of the Future Contest-Each quarter three prizes of $500; Quarterly winners compete for
additional $5,000. Amateur artists are eligible. Must submit entry of three illustrations in a color or black-and-white medium
created from the artist’s imagination and submit electronically by going to writersofthefuture.com/enter-the-illustrator-
contest, or by mail to L. Ron Hubbard’s Illustrators of the Future Contest, 7051 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, California
90028. For more information, go to https://www.writersofthefuture.com/enter-the-illustrator-contest/. Due Date: By 11:59
p.m. PST on 12/31/2018, 3/31/2019, 6/30/2019, 9/30/2019, and 12/31/2019
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L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future Contest-Each quarter prizes of $1000, $750, and $500; Quarterly 1st place winners
compete for additional $5,000. Amateur writers are eligible. Must submit entry of original works of prose up to 17,000 words
and send electronically by going to: writersofthefuture.com/enter-writer-contest, or by mailing to
L. Ron Hubbard’s Writers of the Future Contest, 7051 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, California 90028. For more information,
go to https://www.writersofthefuture.com/enter-writer-contest/. Due Date: By 11:59 p.m. PST on 12/31/2018,
3/31/2019, 6/30/2019, 9/30/2019, and 12/31/2019
GoTranscript Academic Scholarship Program-$1,000. High school seniors and college freshman are eligible. Must register
using college issued email; briefly write about self, goals, and answer questions; write 500-1,000 word essay about how
language has helped express your voice; and write email to [email protected] to proceed. For further information go to
https://gotranscript.com/scholarship-program. Due Date: Scholarship offered during Spring and Fall semesters (2017-
2022), and applications are accepted year-round
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/scholarships, https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-
college/grants-scholarships, http://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.
Multiple Scholarships-For scholarship opportunities go to https://www.petersons.com/#/sweeps-modal,
https://www.niche.com/, https://www.collegenet.com/elect/app/app, http://www.scholarshipmonkey.com/, and
https://www.collegeboard.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/college-
planning/college-scholarships/ for more information and to register for free scholarship search.
Fun4EmeraldCoastKids.com Scholarships-Multiple scholarship opportunities for Bay, Okaloosa, and Walton County
students. For more information go to http://fun4emeraldcoastkids.com/Education-Childcare/Scholarship-Opportunities/.
FloridaNEXT.com Multiple Scholarships-Go to https://floridanext.com/pay-less-and-graduate-debt-free/ for multiple
scholarship opportunities.
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: TBA
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
https://www.firstinspires.org/scholarships-overview.
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
https://tmcf.org/our-scholarships.
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/.
Multiple Nursing Scholarships-For scholarship opportunities go to https://nurse.org/scholarships/.
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Multiple Scholarships-For scholarship opportunities go to www.thescholarshipsystem.com.
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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