Tiger scholars, heed the word and write the essay.
http://bit.ly/5thlifelessonscontest
Real Simple’s 5th Annual Life Lessons Contest.
Essay 1,500 words or less, on the topic, “If you could change one decision that you made in the past, what would it be?”
Deadline: Thursday, Sept. 13, 2012
Prize: $3,000; trip to NYC and publication in Real Simple magazine
Here is the Tiger Scholars presentation given on Tuesday, May 29, 2012.
This is a shortened version, geared toward high school students, future Tiger Scholars. That being said, college students can apply for several of the scholarships in the handout.
$38,000 Worth of Potential Scholarship Money
I have discovered these scholarships over the last two weeks. See which ones you qualify for.
http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx
Do-Over Scholarship 2012, $1,500, Deadline: June 30, 2012 at 10:59 pm Central Time (do not click on the Google Ads)
Also, you will find $8,000 worth of scholarships, all with different deadlines in 2012 that you can apply for.
First, you must create a profile at http:://www.scholarshipexperts.com , which will point you to more scholarships you can apply for.
Each scholarship given by Scholarshipexperts.com then requires you to write a short 250 words or less response to a question.
Scholarshipexperts.com is noted by Forbes.com as being one of the premier scholarship search engines on the web.
$1,000 Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship, Deadline: July 31, 2012; $1,000
From webpage:” Eligibility: 9th-12th grade high school, college, or graduate student including adult students. Legal resident of the U.S. Currently in school or planning to start school within the next 12 months.
Winners are chosen by committee, which bases its decision primarily on the submitted personal statement. The first place award is a $1,000 scholarship. The award can be used for tuition, room and board, required fees or any educational expense.”
“In 250 words or less, please submit an essay on one of the following:
1. Why do you deserve to win this scholarship? -OR-
2. Describe your academic or career goals. -OR-
3. Any topic of your choice.
Feel free to re-use an essay that you wrote in class, for college admission or another scholarship competition.”
http://www.campusdiscovery.com/college-scholarships
$2,500 “Advice to Your High School Self” Scholarship, Deadline: Sept 31, 2012; $2,500
From webpage: “U.S. students enrolled at a college or university* (as well as recent college grads who finished with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in 2010, 2011 or 2012) could be eligible to compete for this $2,500 scholarship. To start the process, just complete our fun, interactive college survey, and then give CampusDiscovery.com your best advice about college.
Remember…we want to hear about real life student experiences at college. So don’t delay — apply today! And be sure to tell your college friends so they can participate too!”
http://www.foreclosure.com/scholarship
The 2012 Foreclosure.com Scholarship Program, Deadline: Dec 1, 2012; 800-2000 words; $5,000 (one) and $1,000 (four)
From webpage: “Currently enrolled college students (graduate students, law students and/or high school seniors are NOT eligible) are invited to apply by submitting an essay. Freshman entering Fall 2012 are eligible once they have received a student ID number.
Essay Topic: What creative solutions, programs and/or initiatives to stimulate the United States housing market, as well as to turn the foreclosure tide, must a presidential candidate outline/promise to earn your vote? Feel free to include your very own original stimulus plan and/or ideas in your response, which can also be used to enhance existing platforms from candidates and/or other influential thought leaders.”
http://www.jfklibrary.org/Education/Profile-in-Courage-Essay-Contest.aspx
Deadline: Jan 5, 2013; grades 9-12; students under the age of 20 studying for a GED or enrolled in high school correspondence program; $10,000 (one), $1,000 (one), and $500 (up to5);
Essay, no more than 1,000 words; “Essays must describe an act of political courage by a U.S. elected official that occurred during or after 1956, the publication date of Profiles in Courage.”
“Essays must have a minimum of five sources, including one non-internet source.”
http://www.collegescholarships.org/our-scholarships/blogging.htm
Blogging Scholarship, $10,000; read about this scholarship now, so you can plan your blog for the 2012 competition.
http://www.clearwater.edu/Scholarship_Information.pdf
25 Pages of Scholarships–research and see which ones you can apply for. I discovered some of the scholarships above from this list.
Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship, Deadline: May 30; Award: $5,000
http://www.fitnessexercises.tv/scholarships.php
From website: “To be eligible for this scholarship, you must
1. As of May 30, 2012, be under 25 years of age
2. Be currently a senior in high school or in your first year of university or college
3. Be a resident of the United States or Canada
4. Answer both of the following two essay questions
a. In under 1000 words: “Why is a healthy lifestyle important in school?”
b. In under 500 words: “Describe your career plans, goals, and personal ambitions.”
Submission Deadline: Please submit your essay by 5:00 pm EST on May 30, 2012”
That would be 4:30 pm Central Time.
Click on the link above to learn all the details.
In April 2012, do not miss out on these scholarship opportunities worth $8,000.
http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx
All About Education Scholarship, $3,000, Deadline: Apr 30, 2012, 10:59 Central Time (do not click on the Google Ads)
http://frugaldad.com/undergraduate-scholarship/
Frugal Dad Scholarship, $5,000 undergrad, Deadline: April 30, 2012, 10:59 Central Time
http://www.tnstate.edu/financial_aid/scholarships.aspx
I found the Frugal Dad Scholarship as a link on TSU’s Scholarship website. You might discover more if you go there.
And More—you might also want to check out these scholarships
http://www.npg.org/2012essayscholarship.html
Negative Population Growth Essay Scholarship Contest, Deadline: April 24, 2012, 6 prizes worth $2500 to $1000
http://www.tylenol.com/page.jhtml?id=tylenol/news/subptyschol.inc
Tylenol Scholarship, open to those entering a healthcare field, 10 applicants will receive $10,000; 30 applicants will receive $5,000, Deadline: May 31, 2012
If you are a TSU student, you may qualify for the Bryan A. Collins Scholarship. You may receive $2,000 ($1,000 for each semester) if you meet the following criteria
From website:
“Eligibility Criteria
Scholarship applicants must:
Be an enrolled as an undergraduate student at Tennessee State University.
Be involved in extra-curricular or campus activities outside of the classroom, demonstrating leadership in such activities.
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better (on a 4.0 scale).
Provide at least one faculty recommendation that highlights the applicant’s interpersonal excellence in working with students, faculty, administrators, campus employees or in the community.”
To read more about if you qualify and to have access to the application, click http://bryancollinsscholarship.org/index.htm
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On Thursday, Feb 9, 2012, I gave the following seminar, Free Money—Financing Your College Dream, at the University School of Nashville Evening Classes.
All money raised goes toward funding scholarships at USN and teachers of the classes are never compensated.
On pages 34-40, I list several scholarships, some with upcoming February deadlines.
You can check the list, looking for those that apply only to college students or to your situation.
For prospective Tigers (those who wish to attend TSU), you can find several good scholarships open to high school students and those wanting to return to school.
Dear Potential Tiger Scholar:
http://www.kfcscholars.org/scholarships/
Any student who wishes to enter Tennessee State University is a potential Tiger Scholar.
If you are a high school senior who is graduating before August 31, 2012, have a 2.75 GPA, and plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree at a public, in-state college or university, then check out the Kentucky Fried Chicken Colonel’s Scholars program.
KFC Colonel’s Scholars, Deadline, Feb 8. The following material comes directly from the website:
“To be eligible to compete for the KFC Colonel’s Scholars Scholarship, an individual must:
•Graduate from high school this academic year (between 12/1/11 and 8/31/12)
•Earn a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.75
•Plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree at a public, in-state college or university (start date no later than 9/30/12)
•Be a US citizen or permanent resident
•Demonstrate financial need
Scholars may begin their college career by entering into either a 2-or 4-year accredited in-state college/university, as long as they stay on track to complete a bachelor’s degree program.”
“The Scholarship offered by the KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program provides funding for:
•Tuition
•Fees
•Books
•Room and Board
Awards can be up to $5,000 per year. The scholar could receive up to $20,000 over four years to help complete a bachelor’s degree.”
If you qualify for this program, I encourage you to apply. If you do so, please email me and let me know.
Sincerely,
Mr. Mike Turner
You can explore more about scholarships at TSU’s scholarship website: http://www.tnstate.edu/financial_aid/fin_aid_scholarships.aspx
Dear Tiger Scholars:
This post is full of information about filling out the FAFSA to maximize your scholarship opportunities, College Goal Sunday for help in filling out your FAFSA, and free income tax help if you need help finishing your taxes in preparation for the FAFSA.
FAFSA and College Goal Sunday
Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is your first step to applying for scholarships at TSU.
The earlier you fill out this information, the better.
Current and Future Students at TSU
http://www.tnstate.edu/financial_aid/fin_aid_scholarships.aspx
All current students and first time freshmen should consult the scholarship page found on TSU’s Financial Aid page.
Here you can find scholarship information for current and future students.
http://www.tnstate.edu/financial_aid/
Also, consult the Financial Aid page.
File early for best shots at scholarships
If you are a current student at TSU, aiming for early February for completing your FAFSA is not a bad idea.
If you are a first-time freshman wanting to attend in Fall 2012, you also want to apply around mid-February for your best chance, though the official deadline is March 31, 2012.
First-time freshmen should read about the various scholarships and requirements on the scholarship application form: http://www.tnstate.edu/financial_aid/Proposed_Scholarship_Application_for_New_First_Time_Freshmen.pdf
College Goal Sunday
College Goal Sunday happens all over the country; you can bring your information in and get help from experts in filling out your FAFSA.
http://www.tn.gov/CollegeGoalSunday/index.html
The materials you need to bring can be found on the College Goal Sunday for Tennessee website.
http://www.tn.gov/CollegeGoalSunday/locations.html
If you are in Nashville, College Goal Sunday happens on January 29, though dates and locations vary all over Tennessee.
Above you will find a list and dates for College Goal Sunday in Tennessee.
http://www.collegegoalsundayusa.org
For others in the United States, you can find the College Goal Sunday dates and locations at the above website.
Now is the time to start getting your materials together to maximize your financial aid.
2012-13 FAFSA line-by-line Guide
http://collegegoalsundayusa.org/Volunteers/TrainingMaterials.htm
You might also find it instructive to look at the 2012-13 FAFSA line-by-line presentation, which includes instructions on how to fill out the current FAFSA line by line, including the changes this year in the FAFSA and how they will affect the person applying for financial aid.
The first part is online, with parts two and three to come later.
Free Income Tax Assistance
Many times people are reluctant to fill out the FAFSA because they have not finished filling out their income taxes.
However, the waiting game can be harsh to those who wait later.
You can get income tax assistance to help you with your income tax if you make low to moderate income (less than $50,000).
http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=107626,00.html
The IRS provides an 800 number to find VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Sites) sites near you, as well as AARP tax volunteer sites.
http://www.aarp.org/money/taxes/aarp_taxaide/
You don’t have to be older to use the AARP tax volunteer sites. (I used one about two years ago to get assistance on my taxes).
What should I bring to the VITA tax site?
http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=167463,00.html
For a list of what to bring to the VITA or tax counselor site, consult this article.
Nashville Alliance for Financial Independence
http://www.nashvilleafi.org/index.htm
Nashville has the Nashville Alliance for Financial Independence, which gives free tax help to those who make $49,000 or less.
Tiger Scholars, this is very lengthy post, but if you follow this information, you should be on your way to maximizing your financial aid.
7 Athena Scholarship Awards–$23,500 for Women at Stake
http://www.nashvilleathenaawards.org/awards/awards.php
The deadline is approaching for the 2012 Athena Award & Scholarship Program: all application submissions (with enclosures) must be submitted by midnight, Nov. 14, 2011.
There are several categories that women of various ages and stages of life can apply. Each category has its specific guidelines and criteria. Please read all information to see if you qualify– and then apply.
High school female seniors
Category 1—Traditional: Two scholarships are available for female high school seniors “graduating from public or private high schools located in Davidson and contiguous counties . . . . in the amount of one $5,000 scholarship . . . [and] two $2,500 scholarship.”
At stake: $5,000, $2,500
4 different types of non-traditional scholarships for women; read all the official rules.
Category 2—Non-traditional—Return to Workforce scholarships will provide “two scholarships in the amount of $5,000 . . . and $2,500 . . . presented to women who have chosen to pursue an associates or bachelors degree later in life.”
At stake: $5,000, $2,500
“ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Category 3—“Women in Technology of Tennessee (WiTT) will “[provide] a $3,000 scholarship to a non-traditional woman currently in the workforce who has chosen to pursue a degree in science, technology, engineering or a research field.”
At stake: $3,000
“ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Category 4—Saint Thomas Health Services “provides a 3,000 scholarship to a non-traditional woman currently in the workforce who has chosen to pursue a degree in a healthcare related field.”
At stake: $3,000
“ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
If you are a non-traditional woman, you can apply to category 2 “AND to either category 3 or 4 as appropriate. Each application is reviewed separately. Duplicate information must be submitted if applying for more than one scholarship.”
You must upload only PDF files. There are directions on the website on how to do that.
Microsoft Word, which we use on campus, easily converts files to PDF. I can easily show you how to do this if you make an appointment with Mr. Turner at mjturner@tnstate.edu
You must also write an essay of 300 words or less, which you can get help with in the TSU Writing Center or by making an appointment with Mr. Turner.
P.S. The next scholarship I will write up is the Talbots Scholarship Program open to women, deadline Jan 3, 2012; here is the link if you want to check it out beforehand to see if you qualify: http://bit.ly/talbotscholarship
Scholarship Tigers--Students Helping Each Other Find Money for College 