SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE IN THE LEWIS AND CLARK

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE IN THE LEWIS AND CLARK

CAREER CENTER

2007-2008

SEPTEMBER

EDUCATIONAL SERVICE DISTRICT 101- Has an opportunity for high school seniors to earn a $1,000 education award for 300 hours of community service. Service Projects of Community Significance. (SPoCS) is an AmeriCorps program that allows students to directly help their communities, meet the graduation requirement of a culminating project, and earn money for college or trade school. This education award is good for seven years and can be used to pay student loans or be applied directly to educational expenses.

Requirements:

Must be at least 17 years old to participate
Males 18 or older must register with Selective Services
Complete a project pre-application
Complete a Spokane Service Team application and include copies of social security card, photo ID, and birth certificate
Attend an orientation (a parent must accompany those under 18)
Complete a paper or presentation on your experience as an AmeriCorps member

CONTACT Mark Altmar at: (509) 535-1613.

OCTOBER

WENDY'S HEISMAN TROPHY AWARDS- For all senior athletes who are dedicted and have become role-models for underclassmen. Criteria: , Must have a "B" average, compete in at least one sport, and complete application at: www.wendysheisman.com. DEADLINE: OCTOBER 1, 2007.

US BANK SCHOLARSHIP- Will distribute scholarships through a random-drawing process. Applications must filled our between October and February. Contact: usbank.comstudentbanking

COCA COLA SCHOLARS- Is dedicated to selecting well-rounded students from around the nation. Two hundred students will be awarded $10,000 and fifty will be awarded $20,000. Students meet all citizenship requirements. To apply : www.coca-colascholars.org Deadline: October 31, 2007.

NOVEMBER

PRINCIPAL’S LEADERSHIP AWARD- One senior from LC will be nominated for one of 100 awards $1,000 for leadership. Criteria: Must be in top 20% of graduating class, and plan to enter college or university in the fall of 2007. APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE CAREER CENTER BY NOVEMBER 8, FOR CONSIDERATION. Go to: www.prudential.com/spirit for an application.

SEATTLE UNIVERSITY SULLIVAN LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP- Scholarships ranging from $9,000 to $15,000 per year, for up to four years for outstanding Seattle U. freshmen. Criteria: High GPA, leadership, and must be able to attend Sullivan Leadership Day on January 12, 2008. Deadline: November 15, 2007. Applications are online at:www.seattleu.edu/sullivan.

DECEMBER

SOCIETY OF AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERS- Range in value from $1,000 to $10,000. To qualify, applicant must enroll in an engineering program. Online applications are available at: www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm. DEADLINE: DECEMBER 1, 2007. (Must include a $5 processing fee).

WASHINGTON WINE ASSOCIATION- Is offering six scholarships from $500 to $2,000 to be awarded to students interested in the study of viticulture or enology (wine-making), and has financial need. Criteria: Five hundred word essay, application. Deadline: December 31, 2007.

JANUARY

Bill Gates Millennium Scholarship applications are now available in the Career Center and Student Office. This scholarship gives students the opportunity to graduate from college debt free. African American,American Indian/Alaska Natives, Pacific Islanders, and students of Hispanic origin are eligible to apply. Youmust have a Grade point of 3.3, and plan to attend college in the fall of '08. All paper applications must be postmarked by December 31, 2007, and all online applications must be submitted by January 11, 2008.

ELK MOST VALUABLE STUDENT AWARD- Over 400 scholarships from $1,000 per year up to $15,000 per year, for outstanding students. Criteria: Scholarship is 450 points, leadership is 350 points, and financial need is 200 points, for a total of 1,000 points. Deadline: January 11, 2008.

SAM WALTON COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP- $1,000 is available to interested graduating seniors. Logon to: www.scholarshipadministrators.net for an application. Deadline: January 14, 2008.

NASA SPACE GRANT SCHOLARSHIP- For seniors who wish to major in math, science, or engineering at the U of W. Awards are from $1,000 to $5,500 per year, for up to four years. Criteria: Academic achievement, test scores, essays, and recommendations. Deadline: January 14, 2008. Contact: www.waspacegrant.org or call (206) 543-1943.

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY OF WASHINGTON GRANTS- $1,000- $3,000 for anyone who has or is a child of someone with multiple sclerosis who will be attending college for the first time. A personal statement is required. Deadline: January 15, 2008.

SOCIETY OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS- Six $4,000 scholarships open to Spokane seniors who plan to enter an engineering college next fall. Criteria: Minimum SAT levels are 600 for math, and 580 for the average of the new critical reading and writing tests. GPA of 3.0 or higher and student must submit an essay on, “My interest in Engineering.” The application and essay must be typed. Deadline: January 16, 2008.

GSBA PRIDE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP- $350,000 (over 40 types of scholarships) for self-identified LGBT, members of LGBT families, or those who have been strongly supportive of the LGBT community, and have demonstrated a commitment to human and civil rights for all people. Criteria: Transcript, essays, and financial need statement. Deadline: January 25, 2008.

AMERICAN INDIAN ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP- For financially needy students with close ties to an American Indian tribe who will be enrolled full-time at a public or independent college or university next year. Criteria: Three letters of recommendation, transcript, and statement of intent to return to service in an American Indian community. Deadline: February 1, 2008.

FEBRUARY

POTLATCH FOUNDATION- $1,400 scholarships to students who live near a Potlatch facility (Spokane qualifies). Applicant must qualify to attend a school of higher learning (college, community college, technical school, etc.) Students must plan a two or four-year degree leading to a bachelor’s degree, meeting the approval of the Potlatch Corporation. Deadline: Received by February 10, 2008.

W.A.V.E SCHOLARSHIP (Washington Award for Vocational Excellence) - LC will choose one senior to compete for tuition funding for four semesters or six quarters at a Washington State institution. The student may also use the award to for any valid educational expenses, such as books, supplies, room, board, and transportation. Criteria: Applicant must graduate having spent 360 hours in a single approved vocational program. Student must submit a statement of need and other essays. Deadline: Applications must be turned in to the Career Center by Monday, February 11, 2008. A committee will determine the LC winner.See Mrs. Popham for an application or contact: www.wtb.wa.gov

BEST BUY SCHOLARSHIP- Unspecified amouts. Contact: www.bestbuy.com/scholarships.

Deadline: February 15, 2008.

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR MILITARY CHILDREN PROGRAM- Dependents of military may apply for a scholarship to a university or four-year college. Individual awards anticipated at $1,500. Criteria: GPA of 3.0 or above. Deadline: Application must be received at a commissary at your local Military Base by February 20, 2008.

WASHINGTON STATE SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP- $2,000 for recipients attending four year, and $1,000 for recipients attending other post-secondary institutions. Criteria: Based on financial need, and student must be first-time entering freshman. Deadline: Application must be submitted between February 1, 2008 and March 1, 2008. Mrs. Popham has application.

BURGER KING SCHOLARSHIPS- $1,000 scholarships to all eligible seniors. Criteria: Must work part-time an average of 15 hours per week, maintain a 2.5 GPA, be actively involved in community activities and demonstrate financial need. Log on to: www.bk.com/scholars Deadline: February 15, 2008.

AXA ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIPS- $10,000 scholarship for students with drive and ambition. One scholarship per state. Contact: www.axa-achievement.com. Deadline: February 15, 2007.