Scholarship Opportunities
- The AXA Achievement Community Scholarship program offers $2,000 college scholarships to high school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their activities in school, the community or the workplace. The scholarships are sponsored by the AXA Foundation, the philanthropic arm of AXA Advisors, LLC.
- Applicants must be United States citizens or legal residents, be current high school seniors who plan to enroll full-time in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the United States by fall 2010, be ambitious and motivated, as evidenced by outstanding achievement in school, community, or work activities, and be recommended by an unrelated adult who can attest to the student's achievement.
- More than 300 students, to be known as AXA Achievers, will be selected to receive a $2,000 award. An AXA Achievementsm Community Scholarship must be used for education-related expenses for the 2010-2011 academic year. For more information about all AXA Achievement Scholarships, see these links:
- TXLA AXA Achievement Community Scholarship Information and Application
- Community Postcard (for distribution)
- AXA Scholarship Informational Brochure
- Applicants must be United States citizens or legal residents, be current high school seniors who plan to enroll full-time in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the United States by fall 2010, be ambitious and motivated, as evidenced by outstanding achievement in school, community, or work activities, and be recommended by an unrelated adult who can attest to the student's achievement.
- The DFW International Community Alliance has a Guide to Scholarships for New Americans and Minority Students on their website, listing over 100 opportunities. To view the scholarship listing, go to www.dfwinternational.org and click on Resource Center: Reports and Guides.
- Mike Mansfield Fellowship is an intensive two-year professional development program that's open to U.S. federal government employees with an interest in the U.S.-Japan relationship. Fellows spend a year in Japanese language and area studies training in Washington, D.C., followed by a year working in Japanese government or ministry offices. For more information, visit the Web site.
- Donald Keene Center of Japanese Culture sponsors several scholarships. For more visit the Web site
- The Duck Brand Duct Tape Stuck on Prom Contest is open to students age 14 years or older who are attending a high school prom in the spring. US citizenship is required. Entrants must enter as a couple (two individuals) and attend a high school prom wearing complete attire or accessories made from duct tape. Visit The Duck Tape contest web site for details.
- Kohls Kids Who Care Scholarship program for ages 6 to 18. For more visit Kohls' Web site
- Tall Clubs International (TCI) offers a $1,000 scholarship for tall people, the Kae Sumner Einfeldt Scholarship. Individual chapters may also offer local awards. Women who are at least 5'10" and men who are at least 6'2" are eligible for the award. Candidates must be under 21 years old and plan to attend college in the fall. Visit the Web site
- The David Letterman Scholarship was established by David Letterman in 1985 to provide scholarships for telecommunications students at Ball State University. The awards are intended for average students who nevertheless have a creative mind. Winners are selected primarily based on creativity. Visit the Web site for details.
The Plano Council of PTAs extends thanks to Mrs. Ketter, Counselor at PESH and to PWSH for the following items!
- Vinson & Elkins L.L.P. Scholarship Foundation is open to African-American, Hispanic, Asian, Pacific Islander or Native American students who are interested in a career in law. Applicant must be in the top 20% of their class, have a minimum combined SAT score of 1650 or equivalent ACT score, and demonstrate a financial need to attend college.
- Texas Telephone Association Foundation 2010 Scholarship
Criteria and required materials:
- U.S. Citizen;
- Student graduating from a Texas high school no later than June 2010;
- Student possessing a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher (out of a possible 4.0);
- Student planning to attend a Texas college or university by the Fall of 2010;
- A completed application postmarked no later than March 12, 2010, including a current transcript;
- Letter of acceptance from a Texas college or university if student has been accepted.
- A copy of student's SAR (Student Aid Report).
- U.S. Citizen;
- Mitchell Elementary PTA Scholarship $500 -- Applicant must have attended Mitchell Elementary for 1st through 5th grade and be enrolling in an accredited undergraduate degree program at a college or university for the 2009-2010 academic year. Requires an essay, resume, and three letters of recommendation. Deadline is March 15, 2010.
- Martha J. Hunt Scholarship $500 -- open to seniors who attended Mendenhall Elementary School and will enroll in an accredited undergraduate degree program at an accredited college/university in fall 2009. Based on financial need and merit. Requires one-page paper stating goals, personal history (extracurricular activities, awards, etc. and three recommendation letters. Application deadline is March 15, 2010.
- Patty H. Meyer Scholarship, Centennial Elementary PTA Applicant must have attended Centennial Elementary School in fifth grade and be enrolling in a accredited undergraduate degree program at a college/university with a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester. Based on financial need, community service, academic merit and essay response. Requires two recommendation letters. Application deadline is March 15, 2010.
- Balanced Man Scholarship--Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity, Oklahoma State University Open to male seniors who plan to attend OSU. Requires a one-page summary of academic honors, leadership experience, and extracurricular activities. Application does not reflect a membership obligation to Sigma Phi Epsilon. Deadline is March 19, 2010.
- Sankofa Foundation Scholarship $1,500 -- Open to African American students. Preference is given to students who have demonstrated exceptional involvement and service to the community and who have greater needs given their socioeconomic background. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be enrolling as a full-time student in a 2 or 4 year accredited college/university. An essay and three letters of recommendation are required. Postmark by March 20, 2010.
- Tall Texans of Dallas Minimum height (5'10" for females, 6'2" for males--in stocking feet). Selection also based on academic achievement, school activities, volunteerism and employment. Requires two recommendations and a short essay. Postmark no later than March 20, 2010. www.ttod.org
- Scovell Scholarship Foundation 10 scholarships of 3,000 will be awarded to North Texas graduating high school seniors with leadership abilities, high moral character, demonstrated financial need and a connection to sports. Must continue their higher education in the state of Texas or at a Big 12 Conference or Southeastern Conference university. For additional information and application visit www.scovellscholarship.com or via the Scovell Foundation link on www.attcottonbowl.com. Completed applications will be accepted through March 22, 2010.
- Myra Hasty & Dr. Pat McLeod Scholarships Sponsored by the Career and Technology Association of Texas. Students must have successfully completed at least three credits in two or more career and technical education classes and plan to enroll as a full time student in an accredited institution of higher learning for the 2010-2011 academic year. Postmark deadline is March 26, 2010.
- Delta Kappa Gamma, Plano Chapter, Future Teacher Recruitment Grant Open to young women who will pursue the teaching profession. Based on merit as well as need. Applicant must have above average scholarship, well-adjusted personality and leadership. A personal interview will be requested. Transcript and three recommendation letters are required. Deadline: Wednesday, March 24, 2010.
- B.P.O. Does Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, have a GPA in B - C range, and a strong desire to pursue further education at any Texas Trade School, Texas Junior College or Texas State College.. The total family income and number of dependents it supports will have a bearing on selection. See Mrs. Ketter in 2124 for an application. Applications due 3/26.
- American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Dallas Branch $1,500 -- Applicant must be interested in pursuing a career in Civil Engineering. Criteria: Desire to pursue Civil Engineering career, financial need, student employment, academics, extracurricular activities, references, and essay. Postmark deadline is March 28, 2010.
- Plano Retired Teachers Association $1,200 -- Open to any senior planning to pursue a career in education. Requires: a transcript, resume, brief statement of financial need, a one page statement of goals and values and a recommendation from a current teacher. Postmark deadline is March 29, 2010.
- Chi Zeta Omega Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. $1,500 -- Open to African American female seniors with a minimum 2.5 GPA, minimum ACT score of 18/SAT score 900 (critical reading & math). Selection is also based on rank, extracurricular activities, leadership, community service, personal essay and recommendation letter. Applicant must have applied and/or have been accepted to their school of choice. Postmark by March 30, 2010.
- Dallas Metro North LO of Texas Business Women, Inc. Open to graduating females of PISD. Applicant must submit an application form, a one-page statement of qualifications and career advancement plans, and three references. Due by March 31, 2010.
- Greater North Dallas Business and Professional Women's Club of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Clubs, Inc. Applicant must be an African American female or male graduating high school senior in the class of 2010 and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Requires an official transcript, a short essay, and two recommendation letters. Completed applications must be mailed by March 31, 2010.
- Brinker Elementary PTA Scholarship $1,000 -- Applicant must have attended Brinker Elementary School for grades 3-5 and be enrolling in accredited undergraduate degree program at a college/university for the 2010-2011 academic year. Based on financial need. volunteer service, academic merit, and essay response. Requires two letters of recommendation. Application deadline is March 31, 2010.
- Gwen Pharo Scholarship offered by The Public Affairs Luncheon Club ($2,000), is awarded to a graduating senior who demonstrates high standards of scholarship and community leadership. Applicants must have a minimum 3.5 GPA and have volunteered in school and community activities and/or political organizations, services, or causes and /or have worked at paying jobs. Requires an essay. Applications must be received by March 31, 2010.
- LULAC National Scholarship Fund LULAC councils award scholarships to qualified Hispanic students who have applied to colleges/universities (including 2 year colleges) or vocational schools that lead to an associate's degree. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or legal residents. Complete applications are due to local LULAC council by March 31, 2010.
- Plano-Richardson Alumnae Panhellenic $1000 -- Scholarship is open to senior girls who will complete the Panhellenic sorority recruitment process. Applications available March 1, 2010 at www.planorichardsonpanhellenic.org. Postmark deadline is March 31, 2010. Applicants must also register for recruitment/rush (form is available on website).
- Alpha Delta Kappa Scholarship Open to graduating females planning to enter the field of education. Applications must be postmarked by March 31, 2010.
- Slough Foundation Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, be a U.S. Citizen, and be a Texas resident at the time of application. Results of FAFSA required. Additional information and application is available on their website. Completed applications must be postmarked by March 29 and received in the Slough Administrator's office by April 1.
- Heritage Land Bank Scholarship $2,500 -- Open to seniors who intend to pursue an education in an agriculture related field. Requires a photograph and brief essay. Postmark deadline is March 31, 2010.
- Collin County Texas A&M Mother's Club Open to students who will attend Texas A&M, College Station in the fall of 2010. Requires application, one page paper stating reason for wanting to attend Texas A&M and an official transcript. Information and application are available online at www.collincountyaggiemoms.org. Postmark deadline is April 1, 2010.
- Parker Women's Club Scholarship Will be awarded to an outstanding graduating senior who is a Resident of the City of Parker. Completed applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. April 1, 2010.
- Stars on the Rise 2010 Scholarship sponsored by the Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is open to all in the Greater Dallas area pursuing higher education. Academic rigor, community service and/or employment, and SAT/ACT scores are considered in the selection process. Visit www.gdhcc.com. Completed applications must be received by the Chamber of Commerce by the close of business on April 2, 2010.
- Ozarka "Every Drop Counts" Earth Science Scholarship applicant must:
- be a U.S. citizen
- have a minimum 3.0 GPA and
- plan to pursue higher education in the Earth/Environmental Sciences at an accredited four-year college/university.
- be a U.S. citizen
- Plano ATPE (Association of Texas Professional Educators) $1,000 -- Applicant must intend to major in education. Requires three reference letters and a one page essay. Completed applications are due by Monday, April 5, 2010.
- Frisco RoughRiders Foundation Scholarship Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and participate in at least one athletic activity (Marching Band will count as an athletic activity) in their senior year and in at least one extracurricular activity in their senior. Requires an essay and two letters of recommendation. For an application, visit www.RidersBaseball.com. Deadline is April 9, 2010.
- Collin County Master Gardeners Scholarship $1,000 -- Open to seniors who reside in Collin County and intend to major in one of the following: Botany, Entomology, Environmental Science, Forestry, or Horticulture. An essay and one teacher reference is requires. Deadline is April 15, 2010.
- Plano Principal's Association $1,500 -- Open to seniors who will attend an accredited undergraduate degree program at an accredited college/university with a minimum 12 credit hours per semester. Applicant must seek a degree in the educational field and/or related degree working with children. Completed applications are due by April 16, 2010.
- **Annual Essay Contest on Ayn Rand's Novel The Fountainhead for 11th and 12th graders** - Top Prize: $10,000. To see rules and guidelines and to submit your essay, go to www.aynrandeducation.com. Click Essays and The Fountainhead. Entry Deadline is April 26, 2010.
- Hedgcoxe Elementary PTA Scholarship $500 to a graduating PISD High School senior who attended Hedgcoxe Elementary School for at least two years including 5th grade. Applicant must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and be planning to attend a two or four year college. Requires a 500 to 1500 word essay on "How My Years at Hedgcoxe Impacted Me," a personal history (extracurricular activities, awards, etc.) and two recommendation letters from non-family members. Email president@hedgcoxepta.org for an application. Deadline is May 1, 2010.
- Goldreich Orthodontics Scholarship $1,000 -- Open to students who will attend a two/four year college/university. Requires an essay on "The Importance of a Smile" and senior photo. Deadline is May 10, 2010.
- Plano Conservancy for Historic Preservation, Norwood M. Brenneke Scholarship $2,500 -- for students who will be seeking a degree in Historic Preservation, Urban Planning, Architecture, Art/Architectural History, Archaeology , Anthropology or Engineering. Selection is base on financial need, merit and interest. Postmark by May 15, 2010.
- THE FASHIONISTAS of Dallas scholarships This is a non-profit organization whose mission is to sponsor exhibitions and educational programs that are a cultural platform for Dallas and the international fashion world. THE FASHIONISTAS also raise money to provide scholarships for local fashion-design students. Questions may be directed locally to: Jillian Prado PS Styling c: 214.801.7889 jillian@psstyling.com Deadline is May 31st.
- Delta Kappa Gamma - Future Teacher Recruitment Grant Female seniors with genuine interest in teaching as a profession. Selection is based on merit as well as financial need. Deadline is March 24. There are several awards, ranging from $500 to $1,000.
Dallas Metro North Chapter of Texas Business Women - Female seniors from Plano or Richardson ISDs. Deadline is March 31. There are several awards, ranging from $500 to $1,000.
- Plano West Swim and Dive Team Booster Club Scholarship Seniors on the Plano West Swim and Dive Team who plan to attend college in Fall 2010. Deadline is April 1. There are two awards of $250 each.
- **Stars on the Rise Scholarship **(sponsored by Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce) is for Seniors, regardless of their ethnicity, who are planning to attend college in Fall 2010. Deadline is April 2. There are several awards, ranging from $500 to $20,000.
- PCI Health Training Center Scholarship Seniors who plan to attend PCI Health Training Center to study in the Medical Assistant, Medical Office Assistant or Patient Care Technical program, and who are U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens. Deadline is April 15. There are three partial scholarships and 15 full scholarships available.
- Collin County Texas A&M Club (CCAMC) Scholarship Seniors who reside in Collin County and who plan to attend Texas A&M - College Station for Fall 2010. Deadline is May 3. The amount of the award is unknown at this time.
- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship(sponsored by The Plano Community Forum) - Minority seniors who attend a PISD senior high school. Deadline is April 24. There are several awards available, ranging from $250 to $1,500.
- Joycie Turner Scholarship (sponsored by Collin County Economic Development Corp.) - Collin County seniors who plan to attend a two-year or four-year college or university or a two-year technical training school in Fall 2010. Deadline is July 16. There are three awards, ranging from $1,500 to $3,500.
- Wolfpack Soccer Scholarship Seniors who are on the Plano West Men's Soccer team and who are planning to attend college full-time in Fall 2010. Deadline is March 30. There are two awards, one for $500 and one for $300.
PS- don't forget to check with your counselor who may know of other opportunities!!