Extra time over winter break? Apply for scholarships

December 7, 2012
Over winter break, seniors and juniors may have time to get ahead on applications for scholarship opportunities. Here are a few ranging with deadlines from February to May. To search for colleges that have scholarship opportunities the school is not aware of, visit http://www.collegexpress.com. By applying, you will have an opportunity to win $10,000 in scholarship. For additional information or any question or concerns, talk to Mr. Robinson or visit the guidance office.
Michelle Adams Memorial Scholarship
Who? Seniors planning to attend UK. Senior must be a son or daughter of either an attendee of the Kentucky Transportation Center Show and Ice Removal Course or any public works employee in the state of Kentucky.
Award: $1,000
How to apply: Application in Manual College Room in the guidance office.
Deadlines: May 31, 2013
Contact: Betty Hickey (859) 257-3354
[email protected]
AXA Achievement Scholarships and AXA Achievement Community Scholarship
Who? Students who are active in their community, who have led a project that benefits others, or who have overcome challenges
Award: $2,000
How to apply: www.axaachievement.com
Deadlines: February 1, 2013
Contact: www.axaachievement.com
Religious Liberty Essay Scholarship Contest
Who? High school students graduating in the class of 2013-2014.
Award: (First place) $2,000 (Second Place) $1,000 (Third place) $250
How to apply: www.BJConline.org/contest
Deadline: March 1, 2013
Bloom Boutique
Who? High school junior and senior girls in Louisville who display financial need when preparing for school prom.
Award: Email [email protected]
How to apply: Email [email protected]
Deadline: March 23, 2013
*Must be nominated by counselor
Boston University Tanglewoood Institute
Who? Musicians 13-20
Award: Experience guidance under professional
How to Apply: www.bu.edu/tanglewood
Call (617) 353-3386
Deadline: February 8, 2013