College Access Week #6 Updates!
Attention Seniors!
Below is a Chart of Scholarships! Please browse through them and include the ones you are eligible for on your College Access Plan Sheet!
OTHER IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1) Below is the Electronic version of the "Individual College Access Plan & Goal Sheet". Please DOWNLOAD it if you do not have it already!
2) ATTACHED THE WORD DOC OF IMPORTANT DEBATE SCHOLARSHIPS, AND STATE OF MARYLAND SCHOLARSHIPS!!!
Debate Scholarships:
“Now Debate This” scholarship contest for High School Juniors
Description: The annual Now Debate This debate competition is a travel experience for 16 high school juniors to debate about important current events to a grand prize of $150,000 for college. To get to the finals, students submit three minutes videos relating to the annual issue to YouTube and School Tube, where they are judged for creativity, depth of knowledge, and technical execution.
Award: $150,000 (1), $50,000 (2)
Awards Per Year: 3
Major/Field of Study: Open
How to Apply/Contact: To find out this year’s topic and instructions on how to create and upload your video, visit www.nowdebatethis.com. or http://www.nowdebatethis.com/v2/wherearetheynow.php
Women’s Debate Institute
Scholarship Name: Julia Burke Foundation Scholarships
Description: The mission of the Women’s Debate Institute is to close the gender gap in debate by creating a supportive community of women debaters. In partnership with the Julia Burke Foundation, they offer 10 girls with full college tuition.
Award: Full tuition
Awards Per Year: 10
Award is Open to: Female high school students Major/Field of Study: Open How to Apply/Contact: Download the scholarship form from the Women’s Debate Institute website (www.womensdebateinstitute.org) and send it along with a letter of recommendation and personal statement of financial need to Aleava Sayre (aleavas@gmail.com). (I did this )
The American Legion
Scholarship Name: American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program
Description: This isn’t a traditional debate team or forensics scholarship, but rather combines public speaking and history to create a challenging contest for bright, dedicated high school seniors. The contest consists of a prepared oration on topics related to the Constitution, specifically citizenship. The speech will be given first at the local level, then nationally. The contest is a lot of work and commitment, but the pay-off is a great one: a $18,000 scholarship for college. Eligible students must be under the age of 20.
Award: $14,000 – $18,000
Awards per Year: 3
Award is Open to: High School Seniors
Major/Field of Study: Open
How to Apply/Contact: To view all of the rules and regulations of the contest, and to see appropriate topics for your oration, please visit the American Legion website. http://www.legion.org/oratorical
High School policy debaters
Interested in debating in college can be recommended if they apply to the below website http://www.uvm.edu/~debate/Academy/Scholarships/ScholarshipInfo
WARNING!!!These are mostly colleges who are giving money to kids to come to their school and join their debate teams
William Jennings Bryan Debate & Speech Scholarship
Annual awards for incoming undergraduate students enrolling at Creighton University who excel in speech or debate activities.
Selection based on academic achievement and debate achievements.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens/national/permanent residents. Number of awards may vary. Renewable.
Aid Type: Colleges' Scholarship
Number of Awards: Varies
Max.Value of Awards: 4000
Due Date: February 1st
Web Site: http://www.creighton.edu
William H. Glenn Endowed Scholarship
Annual awards for juniors or seniors attending Wichita State University who are members of the Shocker Speech and Debate Team. Selection based on academic merit and talent. Due date, number of awards and award amount may vary. Nonrenewable.
Aid Type: Colleges' Scholarship
Number of Awards: Varies
Max.Value of Awards: Varies
Due Date: Varies
Web Site: http://www.wichita.edu
William & Mary Curris Scholarship
Annual awards for undergraduate students attending Murray State University who participate on MSU's debate team or in other forensic activities. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Number of awards and award amount may vary. Nonrenewable.
Aid Type: Colleges' Scholarship
Number of Awards: Varies
Max.Value of Awards: Varies
Due Date: February 1st
Web Site: http://www.murraystate.edu
Talent Award-Debate
Annual awards for high school debate students enrolling at Wayne State University who will participate on the school's debate team. Selection based on academic achievement and potential. Due date and number of awards may vary. Renewable.
Aid Type: Colleges' Scholarship
Number of Awards: Varies
Max.Value of Awards: 1000
Due Date: Varies
Web Site: http://www.wayne.edu
Mount Mercy College Speech-Drama Scholarship
Annual awards are for graduating high school seniors or transfer students enrolling at Mount Mercy College who will be participating in the school's speech or drama program. Selection based on minimum 2.5 GPA, talent and potential. Due date and number of awards may vary. Awards are renewable.
Aid Type: Colleges' Scholarship
Number of Awards: Varies
Max.Value of Awards: 2000
Due Date: Varies
Web Site: http://www.mtmercy.edu
Angelo State University Speech Scholarships
Annual awards for undergraduate students enrolled full-time at Angelo State University. Students must participate in the Speech and Debate Teams and demonstrate skill. Due date, number of awards and award amount may vary.
Aid Type: Colleges' Scholarship
Number of Awards: Varies
Max.Value of Awards: Varies
Due Date: Varies
Web Site: http://www.angelo.edu
University of West Florida James J. Marks Fornesics Scholarship
Annual awards for undergraduate students attending the University of West Florida who are members of the school's Forensics Team. Selection based on academic achievement and potential. Due date, number of awards and award amount may vary. Nonrenewable.
Aid Type: Colleges' Scholarship
Number of Awards: Varies
Max.Value of Awards: Varies
Due Date: Varies
Web Site: http://www.uwf.edu
University of Redlands Debate Awards
Annual awards for undergraduate or graduate students enrolled at the University of Redlands. Number of awards may vary. A resume must be included with application packet. Renewable.
Aid Type: Colleges' Scholarship
Number of Awards: Varies
Max.Value of Awards: 5000
Due Date: December 15th
Web Site: http://www.redlands.edu
Emporia State University Activity Scholarships
Annual awards for undergraduate students attending Emporia State University, who plan to participate in Art, Debate, Music or Theater.
Applicant must audition on the scheduled audition dates for the specific activity; other dates may be arranged upon request. Due date, number of awards and award amount varies.
Aid Type: Colleges' Scholarship
Number of Awards: Varies
Max.Value of Awards: Varies
Due Date: Varies
Web Site: http://www.emporia.edu
NFL National Tournament Scholarships
Emory College of arts and Science scholarship
The Barkley Forum, in conjunction with the Emory Office of Admission, awards a merit scholarship to an incoming first-year student each year. To be considered, you must demonstrate academic achievement and debate excellence. Submit your application directly to the Barkley Forum and Emory’s dean of admission. The information required on the application includes your current cumulative GPA, standardized test scores and a record of debate accomplishments. For more information, call the Barkley Forum at 404.727.6189 or email the Barkley Forum.
Concordia Speech and Debate program
Forensics team scholarships To apply for a scholarship, please follow these steps:
1. List your speech team/debate team activities.
2. Write a statement of your intention to be involved in the forensics team.
3. Have your speech teacher or coach send a letter of recommendation to the address below.
4. Submit a short video or CD of a speech or another event in which you participate on your speech team. This can be done by a friend running a camera and it does not need to be filmed at an actual meet. Materials in support of a forensic team scholarship should be sent to:
Bryan Moore, Director of Forensics
Concordia University
800 N. Columbia Ave.
Seward, NE 68434
Creighton University scholarships
Creighton University offers $4,000 scholarships renewable for four years to students who excel in speech activities. The scholarships will be based on academic along with speech and/or debate achievements. Continuation of the scholarship over the four-year academic term will require maintaining a 2.5 cumulative GPA and participation on the Creighton University Speech and Debate team.
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The table below includes a comprehensive list of NON-DEBATE MARYLAND Scholarships. Please read through them and figure out which ones you are eligible for!
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Name
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Special Requirements
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Application Deadline
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Scholarship’s Website
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Aileen Lee Scholarship
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Applicants must be out-of-state students beginning their first year at the University of Oregon
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applications available Summer 2011
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http://tembo.uoregon.edu/scholarships/search.asp
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The Ron & Cora Lee Children of Law Enforcement Officers Scholarship
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High school seniors with at least a 2.5 grade point average (GPA) with a parent working in a law enforcement agency
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5/31/2011
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The Ronnie Williams Foundation Criminal Justice Scholarship Application
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High school seniors from Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, having at least a 2.5 grade point
average (GPA) or equivalent, and who are pursuing an education, majoring in Criminal Justice.
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5/31/2011
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The Officer Chad Spicer Heroes Scholarship
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The
scholarship is open to high school seniors from Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, having at
least a 2.5 grade point average (GPA) or equivalent, and who are pursuing an education, majoring in Criminal Justice.
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5/31/2011
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The Central Scholarship Bureau
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Contains SEVERAL Scholarships on with various eligibility requirements.
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3/1/2011
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The Sondheim Scholars Program
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Separate Scholarship Application
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1/15/2011
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Scholarship Info:
Application:
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**The Hillman Entrepreneurs Program**
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Students selected must demonstrate
An entrepreneurial mindset
Potential for becoming a successful entrepreneur or leader within a larger organization; Ability to be successful academically and graduate from PGCC and ultimately from UMCP
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5/15/2011
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**The Baltimore Community Fund **
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There are more than a dozen scholarships available to Baltimore students. Check the website for more details on each scholarship!
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4/1/2011
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The Jackie Robinson Foundation
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See Website for details
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3/15/2011
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Information:
Application Details:
http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/general-applicants.php
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Building a Brighter Future Scholarship
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• Graduating high school senior from the Greater Metropolitan Area (MD, VA, DC)
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA • Demonstrated leadership with a service project or evidence of community service
• An acceptance letter from an accredited university, college, or trade school • Submission of resume or biography • Submission of a one to three page essay on the following question: o How will my academic and professional goals contribute to society? |
4/15/2011
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Email: gailclark@aol.com for application.
For more information:
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Legacy of Life Essay Contest
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Writing an essay on organ, eye and tissue donation.
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3/31/2011
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JCS Scholarship for Jewish Students from Single-Parent Homes
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Graduating high school students from the Baltimore Metropolitan Area for assistance in pursuing higher education at an accredited United States College or University.
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3/31/2011
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JCS Newhoff Scholarship for a Jewish Student with a Diagnosed Learning Disability
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Graduating high school students from the Baltimore Metropolitan Area for assistance in pursuing vocational, trade or college education at an accredited United States institution.
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Ernestine Matthews Trust Scholarship Award
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- Applicants must be a graduating high school senior from DC, MD, VA, WVA, PA (only).
- Must demonstrate need of financial aid in order to attend college.
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3/15/2011
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Carson Scholars Fund
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Grades 4-11 with 3.75 gpa
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Varies
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http://carsonscholars.org/programs/program-information/prospective-scholars
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Bridgewater College State Grant
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Incoming freshman from DE, FL, MD, NJ, NY, PA,WV
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Varies
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http://www.bridgewater.edu/Scholarships/FreshmenScholarships/StateGrants
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Eastern Michigan University
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Various Awards for incoming out of state freshman
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Varies
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http://www.emich.edu/finaid/scholarships.php
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Jacksonville State University
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SEVERAL Awards for incoming freshman based on SAT/ACT and GPA
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3/1/2011
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http://www.jsu.edu/finaid/scholarships/types.html
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Maryland Senatorial Scholarships
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Maryland resident, enroll to a Maryland college
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Varies
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http://www.mhec.state.md.us/financialaid/programdescriptions/prog_senatorial.asp
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**United Negro College Fund Scholarships**
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Various Scholarships with Various Eligibility Requirements
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Varies
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http://www.uncf.org/forstudents/scholarship.asp
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Roothbert Fund Scholarships
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Applicants must be pursuing college in the united states
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2/1/2011
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http://www.roothbertfund.org/scholarships.php
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Horace Mann Educator Scholarship
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written essay and their school and community activities.
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3/1/2011
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http://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-by-state/maryland-scholarships/horace-mann-educator-scholarship/
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**Jack & Jill of America Foundation**
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Varies
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3/14/2011
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http://www.jackandjillfoundation.org/scholarships
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