SENIOR NEWSLETTER

January 2012

1.    Burger King Scholars Program

Eligibility and how to apply can be found at www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_scholarship_eligibility.html

Application period ends January 10, 2012.

2.    Ronald McDonald House Charities Program

Eligibility and how to apply can be found at www.rmhc.org  Due January 27, 2012.

3.    AXA Achievement Community Scholarship

Go to http://www.axa-achievement.com for details.  Due February 1, 2012.

4.    USDA/1890 National Scholars Program

Must have GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.  Must be interested in attending one of the eighteen 1890 Land-Grant Universities (only one in SC is SC State University), intend to study agriculture, food, natural resource science or other related academic discipline, must have SAT score of 1000 or ACT score of 21.  See Mrs. Cardell for more details.  Due February 1, 2012.

5.    SC Governor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities Journalism Contest

Write a 3-page article on the benefits of hiring people with disabilities. This year’s theme is “Profit by investing in workers with disabilities.”  The contest winner receives a 4-year scholarship to a SC state-supported institution of his or her choice.  For more information and complete rules and eligibility requirements, visit www.journalism.scvd.net  Due February 1, 2012.

6.    Archibald Rutledge Scholarships

Given in creative writing, dance, music, theater, and visual arts.  Only 2 entries per category per school.  Student must be attending a SC college or university.  See Mrs. Cardell for specific instructions for each category. Due February 3, 2012..

7.    KFC Colonel’s Scholar Program

GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale, enroll in a public college in South Carolina, plan to pursue a 4-year degree, and demonstrate financial need.

Accepting applications December 1—February 8 at www.kfcscholars.org

8.    SC LAW Enforcement Officers’ Foundation

Must attend a SC college or university.  One $5000.00 scholarship and two $2000.00 scholarships will be awarded.  Application, transcript, and a 1000-word essay required.

Go to www.scleoa.org/scholarship.html and download the information.  Due February 10, 2012.

9.    King’s College – HOSA Scholarship

Scholarship given to active HOSA members who are planning to attend King’s College in Medical Assisting.  Applications can be found at www.nchosa.org under “publications.”

Interviews will be held in Greensboro, NC at the State Leadership Conference on Thursday, March 29.  Applications are due by February 14, 2012

10.  Watson-Brown Foundation Scholarships

Renewable $3000.00--$5000.00 scholarships for students attending a 4-year college or university --- given based on both merit and need.  Students must submit the online application at www.watson-brown.org/scholarship  Supplemental documents (transcript letters of recommendation/tax forms) must be mailed in the one envelope by February 15, 2012.

11.  James F. Byrnes Foundation Scholarship

Available to students who have lost one or both parents and who plan to seek a bachelor’s degree at a four-year college or university.  Must be a SC resident, have SAT or ACT scores, and demonstrate excellence in character, ability, and enterprise.  Also based on financial need.  Students must go to www.byrnesscholars.org to obtain an application packet.  Due before February 15, 2012.

12.  Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Scholarship

$1000.00  -- for female students from Spartanburg or Cherokee County. GPA must be at least 2.5, autobiography, 2 letters of recommendation, transcript, and picture. Applications are in the guidance office.  Due before February 29, 2012.

13.  Charleston Women in International Trade

Two $1500.00 scholarships awarded to high school seniors who plan to pursue a career in international business. 2—4 page essay is required (50% of application value).  Application and more criteria is available at www.cwitsc.org   Deadline is February 29, 2012.

14.  Laura M. Fleming Scholarship

Founded by the Founders Credit Union to provide scholarships the children of Founders Federal Credit Union members. Awarded on the basis of academic merit, financial need, and involvement in school and community activities; GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale is required.  Applications are available online at foundersfcu.com or fftc.org/scholarships.  Due by March 1, 2012.

15.  Morris College High School Visitation Day

February 8, 2012, 8:30—2:00

See Mrs. Cardell for a card to register for this visitation day.

16.  Lees McRae College Open House

March 17 and April 21.

Open houses begin at 9:00 AM in The Cannon Student Center.

Complete an online form to register at www.go.lmc.edu/openhouse

17.  Columbia College Open House

 February 25, and March 24.

Register at www.columbiasc.edu

18.  Coker College Open House

January 16, March 31, and April 14.

Register online at www.coker.edu

19.  Francis Marion Open House

February 25 and April 14.

Register online at www.fmarion.edu/fmuadmissions

20.  King’s College Scholarship Day

Saturday, January 7, 2012 ---- Four $5000.00 scholarships to the 4 highest scores on a general knowledge exam.

21.  Montreat College Open Door Thursday Event

Register at www.montreat.edu/visit

22.  Newberry College

Informational events on forensic science program.

Thursday, February 9, 7:00—9:00 PM

Saturday, April 14, 10:00 AM—4:00 PM

To reserve attendance, contact linda.wilbank@newberry.edu

23.  USC-Aiken Freshman Fridays

February 3, February 17, March 23, and April 13

Register online at www.usca.edu/admissions