March Scholarship DeadlinesGovernors Honor Academy at Southern Utah University
High school juniors have learning experiences working hand-in-hand with exciting activities that help them create lasting friendships and a love of learning. Students are given leadership and teamwork opportunities during the Academy, preparing them to provide leadership in their schools and communities. The cost of the Academy is $1100 for all expenses of the 9 day Academy. Selected participants will receive a sponsorship packet, detailing how to raise money towards their $1100 fee. Those participants who attend the Academy will receive 6 college credits and a 4-year scholarship to Southern Utah University. The GPA requirement is a 3.75. The Governors Academy will be held June 19th - June 27th, 2020. Deadline: 03/01/2020 Website: www.suu.edu/gha/apply.html Eligible grade: 11 International Order of the King's Daughters and Sons
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Mail to: IOKDS Northern American Indian Department Director P.O. Box 1040 Chautaugua, NY 14722-104 Application requests may also be submitted to: nascholarshipdirector@gmail.com. Amount: $500 - $700 Deadline: 03/01/2020 Website: https://iokds.org/scholarships/native-american-scholarship-program/ Eligible grade: 12 Distinguished Young Women Scholarship Program
Participating in this program will help teach and build valuable life skills and award cash scholarships. This money can be used for the college of your choice and can be used for school related items outside of tuition. Participants will be judged in the following 5 areas: - scholastics (GPA, ACT or SAT scores and extracurricular activities) - fitness (participants will learn a choreographed routine and be judged on energy, stamina and strength) - interview (judges will interview each participant for 10 minutes) - talent (participants will perform a 90-second talent to be judged on technical difficulty, execution, and self-confidence) - self-expression (participants will answer a question onstage, evaluated on composure, poise and self-assurance) Amount: varies Deadline: now accepting applications Website: http://southsaltlake.ut.distinguishedyw.org/ Eligible grade: 11 The Microsoft disAbility Scholarship
The Microsoft disAbility Scholarship was established in 2013 to support students with disabilities headed to college, increase the enrollment of persons living with a disability in higher education and decrease unemployment bias for disabled persons. The scholarship is $5,000, renewable for 4 years for a total of $20,000. Requirements are:
Amount: $5,000 - $20,000 Deadline: 03/01/2020 Website: www.microsoft.com/en-us/diversity/programs/microsoftdisabilityscholarship.aspx Eligible grade: 12 T.H. Bell Teaching Incentive Loan Program (TIL) 2018-2019
TIL recipients are required to pursue an educator preparation program, obtain educator licensing, and then teach in Utah public schools for a period equal to the time they received assistance. The TIL consists of a waiver covering up to the cost of tuition and fees at Utah Institutions of Higher Education offering approved teacher preparation programs. Applicants need to be a Utah resident high school senior or any junior who will have completed the requirements for an Early Graduation Program. Amount: up to full tuition Deadline: 03/02/2020 Website: https://www.schools.utah.gov/File/1267ccc3-fff3-4d12-ad1f-5cdbaf13ea4a Eligible grade: 12 South High Alumni Association Scholarship
This scholarship is available for any direct descendant of a South High School alumnus who wishes to attend Salt Lake Community College. The requirements are: - Agree to be a degree or certificate seeking student at SLCC - Intend to register for at least 9 credit hours in an eligible program - Have at least a 2.5 GPA - Be a South High School alumnus or a direct descendant of a South High alumnus - Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident, and a resident of Utah Amount: Half Tuition Deadline: 03/02/2020 Website: www.slcc.edu/financialaid/index.aspx Eligible grade: 12 University of Utah Steve and Angie Smith Young Alumni Scholarship
Requirements: - Be an incoming freshman at the U of U for the 2019-2020 academic year - Have an cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 in high school - Be a first generation college student or represent at risk and underrepresented student populations - Demonstrate financial need - Enhance the diversity of the student body at the U of U - Not be a current recipient of an athletic scholarship at the U of U - Applications must include:
Amount: $6,000 Deadline: March 6, 2020 Website: https://utah.academicworks.com/opportunities/15682 Eligible grade: 12 ACLU Youth Activist Scholarship
The ACLU of Utah will award two $3000 scholarships and two $2000 scholarships to eligible college bound high school seniors who have demonstrated a strong commitment to civil liberties through some form of activism. The scholarship will be applied toward their college education. To qualify for the scholarship you must:
Amount: $3,500 Deadline: 03/07/2020 Website: www.acluutah.org/scholarship Eligible grade: 12 Women's Italian American Civic League
An applicant must be of ITALIAN ancestry and a 2020 graduate of a Utah school. Requirements: - Completed application form - Official transcript with a copy of ACT or SAT scores - Outline of extracurricular activities - Summary of future educational goals and why you are the best candidate for this scholarship - A personal essay (maximum 300 words) describing: a. the applicant's Italian ancestry b. how this ancestry has influenced your life *Your essay is a critical part of the application - TELL US YOUR STORY Amount: $1000 Deadline: 03/15/2020 Website: www.Italianamericancivicleague.com Eligible grade: 12 Men’s Italian American Civic League Scholarship
The Italian American Civic League (IACL) is a non-profit organization for Italian-Americans in the State of Utah that promotes civil, social, and educational growth. This scholarship is for Utah high school seniors who strive to promote these principles. Eligibility Both females and males are invited to apply for this scholarship. Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria: 1. Application Form 2. Be a 2020 graduate of any high school in State of Utah 3. Be planning to matriculate as a degree seeking student at any public or private higher education institution. Submit the following material by the application deadline of March 15, 2020 1. Application form 2. A resume emphasizing academic and extracurricular activities 3. Essay 1: What are your future education/career and goals? (300 words max) 4. Essay 2: Describe your Italian ancestry. How has your Italian ancestry influenced your life? (600 words max) 5 .Essay 3: Why are you the best candidate to receive the Men’s Italian American Civic League Scholarship? (300words max) 6. Official High School Transcript with ACT and/or SAT scores *Scholarships are awarded by both the Men’s and Women’s Chapter of the IACL. Applicants are encouraged to apply for both scholarships, but cannot receive both awards. Amount: $1000-$4000 Deadline: March 15, 2020 Website: http://italianamericancivicleague.com/scholarships/ Eligible Grade: 12 |