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Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarship opportunities are available for all high school students. They are listed by due date. New ones are
highlighted in blue. Submit a request for a transcript from Ms. Smith at least three days prior to the due date.
February
Courageous Persuaders Video Competition-National-Underage Drinking-Three $2,000 and one $1,000; National-Texting-
One $2,000 and one $1,000; State Farm Fan Favorite-One $1,000 and winner's school-$2,500. High school students can
either enter individually or in teams. Must create and enter 30-second commercial to warn middle school students about
dangers of underage drinking or dangers of texting and driving; and provide entry form, consent form, and works cited page.
For more information and forms go to http://courageouspersuaders.com/. Due Date: 2/08/2019
Southeastern Regional Relocation Council (SRRC) Scholarship-$1,000 scholarship. Seniors with at least 3.0/4.0 GPA who are
attending a public high school in Florida, have relocated more than 50 miles, and changed schools due to relocation
sometime between grades 9 and 12 are eligible. Based on academic performance, extra-curricular activities, and essay
response. Must complete application, write 1,000-1,500 word essay, and provide transcript ACT/SAT scores, and list of extra-
curricular activities and work experience. For more information and applications go to
http://www.srrconline.com/foundation. Due Date: 2/08/2019, 5:00 p.m. ET
Florida Engineering Society High School Graduate Scholarship-Six $2,500 scholarships; Chapters may also award
scholarships. Seniors with a 3.5/4.0 GPA who are U. S. citizens or permanent residents and are planning to enroll in an EAC-
ABET accredited engineering program are eligible. Must complete application and provide Certification Sheet, official
transcripts and IB, AICE, and AP test scores. Application materials must be submitted to Monica Autrey at Destin Water Users
on a flash/jump drive. For more information and applications go to https://www.fleng.org/page/Scholarships. Due Date:
2/09/2019 to Monica Autrey, PE at Destin Water Users, Inc.
Okaloosa County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated Scholarship & Awards Program-Multiple
$1,000 scholarships. Seniors with at least a 2.5 GPA who plan to attend a post-secondary school in the 2019-2020 academic
school year are eligible. Must complete application, write 500-word essay (have someone proofread), and provide official
transcript, sealed letter of recommendation, and a wallet-sized photo. Based on academics, leadership, essay responses and
volunteer/work experiences. For more information and applications go to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship or to
www.dstokaloosacounty.org. Due Date: 2/10/2019
Farm Credit of Northwest Florida AgVocator Scholarship-Two $1,500 scholarships for Escambia, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, and
Walton students. Seniors planning to attend college who are in good academic standing are eligible. Preference will be given
to those seeking career in agriculture, forestry, horticulture, veterinary medicine, or similar fields. Must complete
application, write essay, and provide official transcript, letter of recommendation, and resume. For more information and
applications go to www.farmcredit-fl.com or see Ms. Smith. Due Date: 2/11/2019, 5:00 p.m. CST
We the Students Essay Contest-Contest-$5,000 cash and scholarship to Constitutional Academy; Six runners-up-$1,250
each; Eight Honorable Mentions $500 each. Students who are U. S. citizens or legal residents in grades eight through twelve
between the ages of 14 and 19 are eligible. Must register and write 500-800 word essay on "What are the essential qualities
of a citizen in your community in 21st century America?" For more information and to register go to
https://billofrightsinstitute.org/engage/students-programs-events/scholarship/. Due Date: 2/14/2019, 11:59 p.m. PT
Corvais Foundation Scholarship-Four-year, up to $50,000 scholarship. Seniors with a 3.0 GPA who are planning to attend an
accredited four-year institution and whose parent is an active-duty service member stationed at specific installations,
including Eglin AFB and Hurlburt Field, are eligible. Must create account and complete application. For more information and
applications go to http://www.corvias.com/giving-back/foundation/education/apply. Due Date: Revised to 2/14/2019,
11:59 p.m. PT
2/08/2019
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution-Multiple Scholarships-(Includes The Aura Lee A. Pittenger and
James Hobbs Pittenger American History Scholarship, the Nursing Scholarships, the Margaret Howard Hamilton Scholarship,
the Lillian and Arthur Dunn Scholarship, Lucinda Beneventi Findley History Scholarship, the Nellie Love Butcher Music
Scholarship, the Utz Scholarships, the Swadley Horticulture Scholarship, and the Richard and Elizabeth Dean Scholarship-Two
$5,000 scholarships, renewable). Seniors who are U. S. citizens and plan to attend an accredited college or university in the
U. S. are eligible. Must complete application; write essay on career objectives in 1,000 words or less; and provide official
transcript, two-four letters of recommendation, list of extracurricular activities, photocopy of U. S. citizenship, financial need
form (if required). A separate application must be submitted for each scholarship. Besides The Richard and Elizabeth Dean
Scholarship, there are others available for students planning to study American history, history, horticulture, nursing, music,
and occupational or physical therapy. For more information and applications go to https://www.dar.org/national-
society/scholarships or to http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. (Revised) Due Date: 2/15/2019, Midnight EST
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution American Indian Scholarships-$4,000. Native American seniors with
a 3.25/4.0 GPA and in financial need are eligible. Awards based on financial need and academic achievement. Must complete
application and provide official transcript, three letters of recommendation, proof of American Indian blood, and letter
giving family history, financial status, and education objectives. For more information and applications go to
https://www.dar.org/national-society/scholarships/american-indian. Due Date: 2/15/2019, Midnight EST
Seventeenth Annual National Co-op Scholarship Program-Seniors who have a 3.5/4.0 GPA and plan to attend one of the
WACE Partner Institutions (Clarkson University, Drexel University, Johnson & Wales University, Merrimack College, Rochester
Institute of Technology, State University of New York Oswego, University of Cincinnati, the University of Toledo, and
Wentworth Institute of Technology). Must be accepted to WACE Partner Institution, complete application, and write 200
word essay. For more information and applications go to http://www.waceinc.org/scholarship/index.html. Due Date:
Postmarked by 2/15/2019; deadline exceptions for Clarkson University, Drexel University, Merrimack College, and SUNY
Oswego can be found at http://www.waceinc.org/scholarship/partners.html
Sparkling Ice Flavorful Futures Scholarship Program-Five $5,000 scholarships. Seniors with a 2.5/4.0 GPA who are U. S.
citizens or permanent legal residents are eligible. Must complete application, write essays about how you will use education
to support flavorful future and what inspires you to have confidence in yourself, and create a 3 minute or less video showing
who you are. For more information and applications go to https://app.mykaleidoscope.com/scholarship/flavorfulfutures.
Due Date: 2/15/2019
Blacks at Microsoft Scholarships-Two $5,000 scholarships, renewable for three more years. To be eligible must be seniors of
African descent with a 3.3 GPA who demonstrate leadership and passion for technology; require financial assistance; and are
planning to attend a four-year college/university in fall to pursue a degree in engineering, computer science, computer
information systems, or select business programs. Must complete application, write two short essays, and provide two
letters of recommendation, resume, photograph, and official transcript. For more information and applications go to
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/diversity/programs/blacks-scholarships.aspx. Due Date: 2/15/2019
Stossel in the Classroom Essay Contest-First Prize-$1,500, plus all-expenses-paid trip to New York City; Second Prize-$1,000;
Ten Finalists-$200 each; Twenty-five Semi-finalists-$100; Fifty Honorable Mentions-$50 each. Students ages 12-18 are
eligible. Must write essay on topic "Minimum wage laws are meant to help workers by raising wages and preventing
companies from exploiting employees. Do the laws succeed? Watch SITC’s video on the minimum wage, consult other
sources, and write a 500-1,000 word essay, arguing for or against minimum wage laws and proposals to raise the minimum
wage. What are the unintended consequences to a minimum wage? How do these laws affect workers and businesses? Do
these laws actually help poor people?" Teacher, parent, or legal guardian submits essay. For more information, go to
https://stosselintheclassroom.org/essay_contest/. Due Date: 2/15/2019, 11:59 p.m. ET
2/08/2019
Scholarships for Military Children-Minimum of one $2,000 scholarship at every commissary where qualified applications
received. Seniors with a 3.0/4.0 GPA who are sons/daughters of active duty, reserve/guard, or retired military commissary
customers and plan to enroll full-time in a four-year undergraduate college/university are eligible. Applicant and sponsor
must be enrolled in the DEERS database and have current ID cards. Must create account, complete application, write essay,
and provide transcript. For more information and applications go to https://militaryscholar.org/sfmc/index.html/. Due Date:
2/15/2019, Midnight PST
Heroes' Legacy Scholarship-Seniors are eligible if they are dependent unmarried children of active duty personnel,
Reserve/Guard and retired military members, or survivors of service members who died while on active duty and have one
parent who has died or become disabled while on active duty since 9/11/2001; have a 3.0/4.0 GPA; plan to enroll in a full-
time undergraduate degree program; and qualify using the DEERS database. Must complete application, write essay, and
provide transcript and FWBHS high school code (100-532). For more information, requirements, and applications go to
https://militaryscholar.org/legacy/index.html. Due Date: 2/15/2019, Midnight PST
Mediacom World Class Scholars Scholarship Program-$1,000. Seniors who are legal residents in a community served by
Mediacom and who have been accepted by a qualified post-secondary institution are eligible. Award based on academic
achievement, leadership, self-reliance, initiative and creative ability, and participation in school and community activities.
Must complete application, write 500 word essay, and provide official transcript and two references. For more information
and applications go to http://www.mediacomworldclass.com/. Due Date: Postmarked on or before 2/15/2019
Chelco Scholarship-Three $1,000 scholarships. Seniors with a 3.0 GPA who live in a residence served by CHELCO and are
either a member of CHELCO or the spouse/dependent child of a CHELCO member are eligible. Must complete application,
write a 300-500 word essay, and provide official transcript, FAFSA or most recent income tax return, ACT/SAT test scores,
and signature of Guidance Counselor. Finalists are interviewed. For more information and applications go to
http://www.chelco.com/scholarships. Due Date: 2/15/2019
University of Mississippi 35th Chancellor's Leadership Class-$1,000 scholarship. To be eligible seniors must be admitted to
the University of Mississippi, completed the Entering Freshman Special Programs and Scholarships Application, and
demonstrated a very strong record of leadership and community service. Must see Guidance Counselor to be nominated. For
more information, see Ms. Smith. Due Date: Nominations by 2/15/2019
Military Commanders Scholarship Fund-Two awards of $5,000 given per branch of service. Seniors with a 3.5/4.0 GPA who
are dependent children of active duty, reserve, National Guard or retired members of the United States military who hold
valid Exchange & Commissary shopping privileges at the time of application are eligible. Must complete application and
provide transcript and copy of the parent's Form DD214, Statement of Service or other proof of service to verify eligibility.
Based on academic record, demonstrated leadership and participation in school and community activities, honors, work
experience, statement of goals and aspirations, unusual personal or family circumstances, and an outside appraisal. Financial
need will be considered. Mail to Scholarship Management Services. For more information and applications go to
https://sms.scholarshipamerica.org/militarycommanders/application.html. Due Date: Postmarked by 2/16/2019 (Only the
first 100 applications received will be acknowledged and processed.)
29th Annual High School Poster Contest-First Place-$1,000; Second Place-$500; Third Place-$250; Up to five Honorable
Mentions-$100 each. High school students are eligible. Must complete entry form and create 16x20 poster interpreting the
theme "You Can Make a Difference". For more information go to https://www.christophers.org/poster-contest. Due Date:
Postmarked by 2/18/2019
The Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship-One $10,000 and two $5,000 scholarships. Seniors who have shown
compassion, courage, and a strong commitment to promoting a peaceful world though a vegetarian lifestyle are eligible.
Must complete application, write essay, and submit transcripts or report cards from last two years, three or more
recommendation letters, and any documentation related to promotion of vegetarianism. For more information and
applications go to https://www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm. Due Date: Postmarked by 2/20/2019
2/08/2019
Simon Youth Community Scholarship-$1,500 awarded at each Simon Center (Mall); regional Awards of Excellence are
renewable. Seniors who are U. S. residents attending school and living in a Simon community and planning to enroll as full-
time students at an accredited two- or four-year college/university or vocational/technical school are eligible. Based on
academic promise, financial need, essay response, letter of recommendation, work experience and
community/extracurricular involvement. Must register and complete application. For more information and applications go
to https://syf.org/scholarships/. Due Date: 2/20/2019
Florida State University Service Scholar-$3,000 per year, renewable. Seniors wishing to continue outstanding record of
community service and leadership at FSU are eligible. Must complete application and provide two letters of
recommendation. For more information and applications go to http://thecenter.fsu.edu/recognition/service-scholars. Due
Date: 2/22/2019, 5:00 p.m. EST
Taylor Haugen Foundation Scholarship-$1,500 scholarships. Okaloosa, Walton, and Santa Rosa senior athletes with a 3.5/4.0
GPA (or 4.0 weighted GPA) who have been active in community service and plan to attend a four-year accredited college are
eligible. Selection based on academics (20%), athletics (20%), community service (20%), Christian faith (20%), and leadership
(20%). Must complete application, write short answers to four response areas and 300-500 word essay, and provide two
letters of recommendation, senior resume, Academic Record Guidance form, and Statement of Understanding. Entire
application should be scanned and submitted electronically. Applicant may be contacted for interview. For more information
and applications go to https://taylorhaugen.org/scholarship/. Due Date: 2/24/2019
Stossel in the Classroom Video Contest-High School-First Prize-$1,500, plus all-expenses-paid trip to New York City; Second
Prize-$750; Ten Finalists-$200 each (among college and high school entries). Students ages 14-23 are eligible. Must create 1-
3 minute video on topic "Minimum wage laws are meant to help workers by raising wages and preventing companies from
exploiting employees. Do the laws succeed? Watch SITC’s video on the minimum wage, consult other sources, and write a
500-1,000 word essay, arguing for or against minimum wage laws and proposals to raise the minimum wage. What are the
unintended consequences to a minimum wage? How do these laws affect workers and businesses? Do these laws actually
help poor people?" Teacher, parent, or legal guardian submits video. For more information, go to
https://stosselintheclassroom.org/video_contest/. Due Date: 2/25/2019, 11:59 p.m. ET
Okaloosa County Education Association Scholarships-Two $1,000 scholarships. Seniors who are dependents of an OCEA
member are eligible. Based on scholastic achievement, personal character, aptitude, leadership, and financial need. Must
complete application, write essay of 500 words or less, and provide three letters of recommendation, an official transcript,
both parents' last income tax return, and Student Data Information form. For applications go to http://myocea.org/wp/wp-
content/uploads/2018/12/OCEA-Scholarship-Application-2019.pdf. Due Date: 2/26/2019 (Scholarship packets can either
be dropped off at the OCEA office or emailed to [email protected] for review.)
2019 Sueno Yoshida Foundation Scholarships-Scholarship-$750-$1,500 scholarship. Seniors who have demonstrated
academic excellence with the ability to produce creative arts and writings (including photographs, poetry, computer-
generated imagery, etc.) are eligible. Must choose scholarship category, complete application, write 500 word essay, and
provide official transcript, SAT/ACT test score verification, sealed recommendation letter, original artwork and/or creative
arts, and the 2019 JSD Aviation Art Contest Entry Form. For more information and applications go to
http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 2/28/2019
2019 Jeffrey Scott Davey Scholarship-$750-$1,500 scholarship. Seniors who are planning to attend a two- or four-year
college and have demonstrated academic excellence with artistic talent are eligible. Must choose scholarship category,
complete application, write 500 word essay, and provide official transcript, SAT/ACT test score verification, and sealed
recommendation letter. The Art Submission to the JSD Aviation Art Contest will be evaluated as additional points for the
criterion/special talent, but is not required. For more information and applications go to
http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 2/28/2019
2/08/2019
2019 Jeffrey Scott Davey Aviation Art and Science Contest-Grand Prize winners-Two round-trip airline tickets in the U. S.,
$750-$1,500 scholarships for seniors; 1st-3rd place winners receive certificates/prizes; all entrants receive prizes/gifts.
Students in grades 1-12 in U. S. schools are eligible. Must complete entry form and submit original artwork using the theme
“My Flying Machine." Seniors also need to complete the Sueno Yoshida Foundation Scholarship application, write 500 word
essay, and provide required documents. For more information, entry forms, and scholarship application go to
http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 2/28/2019
P. L. A. Y.'s Scholars Helping Collars Scholarship-First place-$1,000 scholarship; Second place-one set of Warm Bellies Special
Edition Chill Pads (10 beds) to be donated to an animal shelter of choice; third place-one Garden Fresh plush toy set (5 toys)
to be donated to the animal shelter of choice. Seniors are eligible. Must submit essay of 500-1,000 words about volunteer
efforts to help animals in need and how that involvement has changed their lives or shaped their perceptions on the
importance of animal welfare and include 2-3 photos of volunteer effort. For more information go to
https://www.petplay.com/scholarship/. Due Date: 2/28/2019, 11:59 p.m. PT
TeenDrive365 Video Challenge-First Place-$15,000; Second Place-$10,000; Third Place-$7,500; People's Choice-$5,000;
Fourth -Tenth Place-$2,500; Four Regional Winners-$1,000. Ninth through twelfth grade students who are legal residents are
eligible. May work alone or in group of two to four students. Must register, get parent authorization, create a 30-60 second
video with a solution to end distracted driving, and submit as a YouTube link. Video scored on creativity, content, and
presentation. For more information go to http://www.teendrive365inschool.com/about-the-video-challenge. Due Date:
2/28/2019, 8:00 p.m. ET
Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Essay Contest-Fifteen $5,000 scholarships. Seniors with a minimum 2.0 GPA who are
legal U. S. residents living in states with Regions' branches and will attend college in the 2019-2020 academic school year are
eligible. Must register, complete application, and write 500-word (or less) essay about an African-American who has inspired
and motivated you. For more information and registration go to https://www.regions.com/promo/black-history-scholarship.
Due Date: 2/28/2019
Unigo Sweet and Simple Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are legal U. S. residents
and will enroll no later than fall of 2025 in accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online response
in 250 words or less to "Not every gift has to be expensive or extravagant. In fact, sometimes it's the sweet and simple things
that make a real difference in our lives. Think back and tell us about something you received as a gift and why it meant so
much to you." For more information go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/sweet-and-simple-
scholarship. Due Date: 2/28/2019
March
Southern Scholarship Foundation- Rent-free housing; renewable. Seniors who plan to attend Flagler-Tallahassee, UF, FSU,
FAMU, FGCU, TCC, or SFC are eligible. Must have a 3.0 GPA and demonstrate outstanding character, high motivation, and
financial need. Scholarship recipients live cooperatively and are responsible for $300 of the Food & Service Bill on move in
day. Must complete application online, write essay, and provide acceptance letter from university/college, transcript,
photograph, letters of recommendation, honors and activities list, and financial information. Will be contacted for interview
and tour. For more information and applications go to https://www.southernscholarship.org/. Due Date: Priority Deadline
3/01/2019
The American Legion Department of Florida General Scholarship-1st-$2,500; 2nd-$2,000; 3rd-$1,000; 4th-7th-$500. To be
eligible must be seniors who are: attending a Florida high school and whose parents are Florida residents; and direct
descendants or legally adopted children of a member in good standing of the American Legion or a deceased U. S. veteran
who would have been eligible for membership in the American Legion. Must complete application and provide photocopy of
Veteran's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty or other government document showing time served on active
military duty during eligibility period(s). For more information and applications go to
https://www.floridalegion.org/programs-services/scholarships/. Due Date: 3/01/2019
2/08/2019
The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year-National-First-$10,000; Three runners-up-$2,500 each. State-1st Place- $2,500;
2nd Place- $1,500; 3rd Place- $1,000; 4th Place- $500. High school students who are Florida residents and at least 15 years
old at time of selection are eligible if: earned Eagle Award and religious emblem; in troop chartered to an American Legion
Post American Legion Auxiliary unit, or Sons of The American Legion squadron; or member of a chartered Boy Scout Troop,
Varsity Scout Team, or Venturing Crew, and the son or grandson of a Legionnaire or Auxiliary member. Must complete
application and provide transcript, photo in uniform, up to six recommendation letters, and the required additional pages.
For more information and applications go to https://www.floridalegion.org/programs-services/scholarships/. Due Date:
3/01/2019
Create-A-Greeting-Card Scholarship-$10,000 scholarship, $1,000 to winner's school. High school and college students ages
14 or older who are legal residents are eligible. Must register, create card and submit online original work of art, graphics, or
photograph. Award based on overall aesthetic appeal, quality of execution, creativity and originality, successful
incorporation of design elements, appropriateness for use as a greeting card, attractiveness, and suitability. Every month
judges will put 100 entries for voting on site. The top 10 entries with the most votes from each session will automatically
move on to the Finalist Round. For more information go to https://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-
scholarship.htm. Due Date: 3/01/2019
Florida Association of School Resource Officers Scholarship-Thirty $1,000 scholarships. Seniors who demonstrate exemplary
citizenship, academic performance, and school and community involvement are eligible. Must complete application, write
personal statement, and provide three letters of recommendation, transcript, SRO's signature, and if under 18, Attestation
and Disclaimer form. For more information and applications go to https://fasro.net/awards.html. Due Date: 3/01/2019
Emerald Coast Public Relations Foundation Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors with a 3.5 GPA who are U. S. citizens and reside in
Okaloosa, Walton, or Santa Rosa Counties and are planning to major in public relations, communication, marketing or
journalism are eligible. Must complete application, write 200-300 word essay and provide two recommendation letters and a
one-page summary of community service, school and leadership activities. For more information and applications go to
http://ecpro.org/. Due Date: 3/01/2019
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Scout of the Year-National-1st Place-$5,000; 2nd Place-$3,000; 3rd Place-$1,000. High
school scouts at least 15 years of age who are registered, active members of a Boy or Girl Scout Troop, Venturing Crew, or
Sea Scout Ship who have received the Eagle Scout Award, Girl Scout Award, Venture Summit Award or Sea Scout
Quartermaster Award and who have demonstrated practical citizenship in school, scouting and the community are eligible.
Must complete entry form and provide photograph, resume of high school activities, scouting record, community service
record, and three letters of recommendation to a local VFW Post. For more information and applications go to
https://www.vfw.org/community/youth-and-education/scout-of-the-year. Due Date: To local VFW Post by 3/01/2019
Engebretson Foundation Scholarship-$5,000 per semester for a year, renewable up to three more years. Seniors with a
3.75/4.0 (or top 5% of class), ACT of 28 or SAT of 1240, and financial need who plan to attend a four-year college are eligible.
Must complete application, write essay(s), and provide FAFSA Student Aid Report; first two pages of Federal Form 1040,
1040A, or 1040EZ if applicable; resume; official transcript; ACT and/or SAT scores; college acceptance letters; and teacher
recommendation form. For more information and applications go to http://engebretsonfoundation.org/application.html.
Due Date: 3/01/2019
American Chemical Society Scholars Program-$2,500. To be eligible must be African American, American Indian, Alaska
Native, Native Hawaiian, Native Pacific Islander and Hispanic/Latino seniors with a 3.0 GPA planning to pursue a major in a
chemically-related science for a career in chemical sciences. Must complete application and provide official transcript, two
letters of recommendation, and a copy of Student Aid Report (SAR) from FAFSA. Based on academic record, career objective,
financial need, leadership ability, participation in school activities, and community service. For more information and
applications go to https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding-and-awards/scholarships/acsscholars.html. Due Date:
3/01/2019
2/08/2019
International Test and Evaluation Association (ITEA) Emerald Coast Chapter Scholarship-$1,000 scholarships. Seniors who
are U. S. citizens and residents of Okaloosa, Walton, or Santa Rosa Counties and interested in scientific and engineering fields
related to test and evaluation are eligible. Must complete application and write two essays of no more than 2000 characters,
and one essay of no more than 1,000 characters. Selection based on academic achievement; special honors and recognition;
leadership; extracurricular activities; interest in science, technology, math, engineering; demonstration of basic knowledge of
test and evaluation; and overall communication skills. For more information and applications go to
www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship or to https://www.itea.org/regions/emerald-coast-chapter/. Due Date:
3/01/2019
2019 Youth ESA (Electronic Security Association) Scholarship-Florida-multiple scholarships, number and amount to be
determined; National-additional $7,500 for overall first place and $2,500 for overall second. Seniors who are children of
Florida's First Responders are eligible. Must complete application, write essay, and provide official transcript, official ACT/SAT
scores, college acceptance letter, resume, letter of recommendation, proof of parent's occupation, and community service
form. For more information and applications go to http://esaweb.org/ysapplyfl. Due Date: 3/01/2019
Eglin Spouses' Club Scholarship-Eligible seniors have at least a 3.0/4.0 GPA and are dependents of: active duty military
stationed within 50 miles of Eglin AFB; active duty personnel, deployed or remote, whose family/dependent resides within
50 miles of Eglin AFB; retired personnel residing within 50 miles of Eglin AFB; or MIA/POW/deceased personnel whose
family/dependent resides within 50 miles of Eglin AFB. Must complete application, write essay of 500-600 words, and
provide official transcript, Counselor's Verification, and one recommendation (make sure inform person making
recommendation of directions). For more information and applications go to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship.
Due Date: Postmarked by 3/01/2019
Spirit of Anne Frank Awards (SAFA) Scholarships-$1,000-$5,000. To be eligible must be seniors who plan to attend a four-
year college in fall of 2018 and have proven themselves exceptional leaders in combating intolerance, prejudice and injustice
in their schools and communities. Must create account, complete application, write essay of 1,000 words, and provide two
letters of recommendation and Terms and Conditions page. For more information and applications go to
https://www.annefrank.com/scholarships. Due Date: 3/01/2019
Society of American Military Engineers Emerald Coast Post Scholarship-(SAME)-Two $1,500 scholarships, may reapply for
additional years. Seniors with a 3.0/4.0 GPA who are, or parents are, residents of Okaloosa, Walton, or Santa Rosa Counties
and are planning to study engineering or architecture at an accredited undergraduate school as a full-time student are
eligible. Awards based on academic performance, recommendations, extracurricular and community activities, and essay.
Must complete online application and send in single email essay of 500 words or less, latest transcript and two letters of
recommendation. For more information, go to https://www.same.org/Get-Connected/Find-a-Post/Emerald-
Coast/Scholarships. Applications available soon. Due Date: 3/01/2019
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation-$1,500-$10,000 per academic year. To be eligible must be a child of: Active Duty or
Reserve U. S. Marine; Active Duty or Reserve U. S. Navy Corpsman who is serving, or has served with a U. S. Marine unit;
Veteran U. S. Navy Corpsman who has served with a U. S. Marine unit and has received an honorable discharge or was killed
while serving in the U. S. Navy; or Veteran U. S. Marine who has received an honorable discharge or was killed while serving
in the U. S. Marine Corps. Also, must have a 2.0 GPA and a maximum family adjusted gross income (2018) not exceeding
$100,000. Must register for an account, complete application, and provide official transcript, 2018 Federal Income Tax
Return (first two pages), qualifying military documents, and a photo. For more information, registration, and applications go
to https://www.mcsf.org/apply/. Due Date: 3/01/2019 (The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation administers Heroes
Tribute Scholarships and programs of other Marine Corps associations that offer limited scholarships to the grandchildren
of their members.)
Hunter Garner Scholarship Project Yellow Light-$2,000-billboard; $5,000, $2,000, and $1,000-video; and $2,000-radio.
Juniors and seniors between ages of 14 and 20 are eligible. Must create video, billboard design or radio spot to motivate,
persuade and encourage peers to drive safely and not drive distracted. For more information and to apply go to
https://www.projectyellowlight.com/. Due Date: Billboard Competition-3/01/2019, 11:59:59 p.m. ET; Video and Radio
Competitions-4/01/2019, 11:59:59 p.m. ET
2/08/2019
Governor Ron DeSantis' and First Lady Casey DeSantis' Black History Month Essay Contest-Four-year Florida Prepaid
College Plan scholarship. Ninth through twelfth grade students who are Florida residents and have a Social Security Number
are eligible. Must write essay of no more than 500 words about “Celebrating Public Service: Black History Month 2019.”
Using several sources with varying points of view, write about an African-American who displayed the highest ideals of public
service in a way that demonstrates a deep understanding of the topic and historical context. Cite sources
(https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/section/2/). Also, must provide entry/waiver form and letter of recommendation, and
200-250 word personal essay of why believe deserve scholarship, what future plans are, and what have done lately, during
last six months, to give back to the community. For more information and entry forms go to
http://www.floridablackhistory.com/student-contests.html. Due Date: Received by 3/04/2019, 5:00 p.m. EST
Florida Realtors Education Foundation Scholarships-Minimum of $1,000 scholarships, may apply again for second year.
Seniors who are Florida residents and U. S. citizens or permanent residents are eligible. Special consideration given for a
career in real estate or allied fields. Must create account, complete application online, and provide three reference letters,
verification of acceptance at an accredited college/university, transcripts for immediate prior 3-year period, and proof of
legal Florida residency. Awards based on academic standing, financial need, relationship to the Realtor family, community,
school, and family contributions, and evidence of leadership qualities. For more information and applications go to
https://www.floridarealtors.org/AboutFar/Scholarships/index.cfm. Due Date: 3/04/2019, 12:00 p.m. EST
Blacks at Microsoft Scholarships-Two $5,000 scholarships, renewable for three more years; Five runners-up stipends of
$1,500. To be eligible must be seniors of African descent with a 3.3 GPA who demonstrate leadership and passion for
technology; require financial assistance; and are planning to attend a four-year college/university in fall to pursue a degree in
engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or select business programs. Must complete application,
write two short essays, and provide two letters of recommendation, resume, photograph, and transcript. For more
information and applications go to https://seattlefoundation.smapply.org/prog/blacks_at_microsoft_scholarships/. Due
Date: 3/08/2019, 12:00 a.m. PST
Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship-200 renewable $10,000 scholarships. Seniors are eligible if: are U. S. citizens, have a 3.5
GPA, plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited four-year college or university, major or intend to major
in one of many specified eligible STEM programs, demonstrate financial need, and come from underrepresented or
underserved communities. Also, be willing to consider a paid internship with Lockheed Martin following freshman,
sophomore or junior year of college, other circumstances notwithstanding. (Note: The internship is not required to receive a
scholarship.) Must complete online application, provide a school transcript, external reference, and information about extra-
curricular activities, and certify via signature that meet
the eligibility requirements. For more information and applications go to https://lockheedmartin.com/scholarship. Due
Date: 3/12/2019
Lexus Eco Challenge-Final Challenge-Grand Prize winning team will each receive $30,000. Ninth through twelfth grade
students who are legal residents and have been invited to participate are eligible. Challenge 1 and 2: Must enter contest in
teams of 5-10 with up to two teacher advisors. Teacher Advisors must register and include the name of each Team they are
advising. The Teacher Advisor, on behalf of the team, will be required to submit the entry via the online entry form or in
Microsoft PowerPoint format online. Must create PowerPoint presentations for Challenge 1: Land & Water and Challenge 2:
Air & Climate. The 32 finalists from those challenges will compete for the Final Challenge by invitation only. For more
information and registration go to https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/sponsored-content/lexus/about-the-
contest/?tab=Contest%20Overview. Due Dates: Final Challenge (by invitation only) 1/30/19-3/13/2019
Breaking the Barriers Essay Contest-Grade 7-9 Grand Prize Winner-Trip to one of the 2019 MLB World Series Games and
visit from Sharon Robinson; 10 National Winners-laptops for students and teachers and class set of books by Sharon
Robinson. Fourth through ninth graders are eligible. Must complete entry form and write 500-1,400 word essay about a
barrier you faced and how you used one of Jackie Robinson's nine values to face the barrier. For more information, go to
http://www.scholastic.com/breakingbarriers/grade9/index.html. Due Date: 3/14/2019
2/08/2019
SAE Engineering Scholarships-SAE Foundation Sponsored-Amounts vary. Seniors who are pursuing an engineering or related
science degree at an ABET accredited program are eligible. Each scholarship has its own separate eligibility criteria. Must
complete application and provide an official transcript, ACT/SAT scores if not on transcript, and any additional
documentation. For more information and applications go to http://students.sae.org/scholarships/freshman/. Due Date:
3/15/2019
2019-2020 Skilled Labor Shortage Scholarship-Six $2,500 scholarships. Seniors who are 18 years of age; legal residents; have
been accepted to a community college, university, or technical institute; and are planning to study residential design,
construction, or maintenance are eligible. Must write a 1,000-2,000 word essay answering one of three questions. For more
information go to https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/scholarships/. Due Date: 3/15/2019, 11:59 p.m. MT
The American Foreign Service Association’s National High School Essay Contest-Winner-$2,500 cash prize, all-expense paid
two-day trip to Washington, D.C., to meet the State Department leadership and full-tuition paid voyage with Semester at Sea
upon the student’s enrollment at an accredited university. Runner-up-$1,250 cash prize and full scholarship to participate in
the International Diplomacy Program of the National Student Leadership Conference, held in Washington, D.C., and New
York annually. Ninth through twelfth grade students who are U. S. citizens are eligible. Must complete essay submission form
and write essay of 1000 to 1,250 words identifying two cases, one successful and one unsuccessful, where the U.S. pursued
an integrated approach to build peace in a conflict-affected country. Analyze and compare the two cases, addressing the
questions. For more information and essay submission forms go to http://www.afsa.org/essay-contest. Due Date:
3/15/2019
Digital Arts, Film and Animation Competition-$250 for first place in each category: Web Design, Graphic Media, 3-D
Animation, Interactive Media, Film, and Photo Imaging. Ninth-twelfth graders who are deaf or hard of hearing are eligible.
May submit up to two entries. Must complete entry form; submit transcript, teacher recommendation, and DVD/CD of
artwork; and write 150-300 word essay for each work. Judged on uniqueness/originality, professional quality (neatness and
craft), aesthetic quality (design, composition, and color/tones), concept, selection and application of materials, and
complexity/level of digital technology used. For more information go to http://www.rit.edu/NTID/DAFAC/. Due Date:
3/15/2019
Better Business Bureau Foundation Student Ethics Scholarship-Multiple $1,000 scholarships. Juniors and seniors who are U.
S. residents, live in the BBB/Northwest Florida's 14 county service area, and have shown commitment to ethical behavior and
personal integrity are eligible. Must complete entry form, write essay of no more than 500 words, and provide three letters
of recommendation, official transcript, and supporting documentation in areas of leadership, community service, and
academics. For more information and entry forms go to https://www.bbb.org/northwest-florida/programs-
services/bbbnorthwest-florida-foundation/torch-award-for-ethics/student-ethics-scholarship/ or see Ms. Smith. Due Date:
Either postmarked or delivered to Pensacola office by 3/15/2019, 2:00 p.m.
Destin Water Users Scholarships-$1,500 for first two years and $2,000 for last two years. Seniors who are residents in the
area serviced by Destin Water Users are eligible. Scholarship based on academic achievement, personal character,
leadership, financial need, and to a lesser extent, interest in environmental engineering or other related fields. Must
complete application, write essay of 200 words or less, and provide transcript, transcript release form, counselor's student
data information form, and financial need sheet. Take counselor form to Guidance no later than 3/06/2019. For more
information and applications go to http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: To Guidance by
3/06/2019 and to DWU by 3/15/2019 (Spring Break 3/15/2019-3/25/2019)
Hurlburt Spouses' Club Academic/Merit Scholarship-Seniors are eligible if have at least a 3.0/4.0 GPA and are dependents of
current HSC members or any Hurlburt Field military member (active duty, retired, deceased, unaccompanied tour away from
Hurlburt, reassigned from area but applicant remained to graduate from high school, or stationed at Hurlburt but applicant
resides elsewhere -see application packet for more details). Must complete application, write an essay of no more than 500
words, and provide transcript, valid military id card, and eligibility documents. For more information and applications go to
www.hurlburtspousesclub.com. Due Date: Application emailed by 3/15/2019, 11:59 p.m. CST; Transcript postmarked by
3/12/2019 (Spring Break 3/15/2019-3/25/2019)
2/08/2019
Hurlburt Spouses' Club Turnaround Scholarship-Seniors are eligible if had GPA below 3.0/4.0 first year of high school and
made significant improvement throughout the remainder high school career and are dependents of current HSC members or
any Hurlburt Field military member (active duty, retired, deceased, unaccompanied tour away from Hurlburt, reassigned
from area but applicant remained to graduate from high school, or stationed at Hurlburt but applicant resides elsewhere -
see application packet for more details). Must complete application, write an essay of no more than 500 words, and provide
transcript, valid military id card, and eligibility documents. For more information and applications go to
www.hurlburtspousesclub.com. Due Date: Application emailed by 3/15/2019, 11:59 p.m. CST; Transcript postmarked by
3/12/2019 (Spring Break 3/15/2019-3/25/2019)
Suzanne Gooder/WOTM Scholarship Program-$2,500. FWBHS seniors who maintain at least a 2.5 GPA and are planning to
attend full-time at an accredited Community College, College/University or Technical School are eligible. Must complete
application in black ink, write 500-600 word essay, and provide two letters of recommendation, photograph, and Student
Data and Recommendation Form. May be interviewed. For more information and applications go to
www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 3/18/2019 (Spring Break 3/15/2019-3/25/2019)
Doodle 4 Google-National Winner-$30,000 scholarship; $50,000 technology package for winner's school, trip to California to
Google Headquarters, Google hardware; National Finalists-$5,000 scholarships, trip to California to Google Headquarters,
Google hardware; State Winners-Google hardware. Kindergarten through twelfth grade students who are U. S. citizens or
permanent legal residents are eligible. Judging by age groups based on artistic merit, creativity, and theme communication.
Must complete entry form, create doodle using theme "When I grow up, I hope..." incorporating the letters from the Google
logo ("Doodle"); and write 50-word descriptive statement. For more information, go to https://doodles.google.com/d4g/how-
it-works/. Due Date: 3/18/2019, 8:00 p.m. PST
Questbridge College Scholars Prep Program-Full scholarships to summer programs at select schools; assistance on applying
for college. Juniors who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, strength in character, and financial need are
eligible. Must complete application, write essay and short answers, and provide transcript, recommendation letter, and
standardized test scores. For more information and applications go to https://www.questbridge.org/high-school-
students/college-prep-scholars. Due Date: 3/20/2019
Fort Walton Beach Community Chorus-Two $1,000 scholarships. Okaloosa or Santa Rosa County seniors who are planning to
continue music studies at the college level are eligible. Must complete application and provide one letter of recommendation
from music instructor. Will be contacted for interview and audition. For more information and applications go to
http://www.fwbcc.org/ or http://www.fwbcc.org/scholarship/. Due Date: 3/22/2019 (Spring Break 3/15/2019-3/25/2019)
2019 Michele W. Hill Foundation Academic Achievement Community Service Scholarship-Multiple $1,000 scholarships.
Seniors with a 3.0 GPA who are U. S. citizens living in Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton, or Bay County in Florida or
Baldwin or Escambia County in Alabama and planning to attend an accredited and approved four-year institution are eligible.
Must complete application, write essay, submit endorsement from Guidance Counselor, and pre-register and attend Michele
Hill Raider Run on 4/06/2019 at 7:30 a.m. at Navarre Youth Sports Association, in Navarre, Florida. Race pre-registration
information may be found at https://www.raceentry.com/races/michele-hill-raider-run/2019/register. (There is a fee for
the race.) For more information and applications go to http://www.eteamz.com/michelehillraiderrun/. Due Date:
3/22/2019 (Spring Break 3/15/2019-3/25/2019)
Sigma Omicron Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated 2019 Scholarship-Minority seniors with at
least a 2.5 GPA are eligible. Must complete application, write essay of 750 words, and provide two letters of
recommendation, official transcript, ACT/SAT scores, and a wallet size photo. For more information and applications see Ms.
Smith. Due Date: Postmarked by 3/23/2019 (Spring Break 3/15/2019-3/25/2019)
Work Ethic Scholarship Program-School tuition cost. Seniors planning to enroll at an accredited two-year college, vocational,
technical school or other approved technical institute in an approved vocational or similar trade-related program in the
United States are eligible. Must register, sign The S.W.E.A.T. Pledge, complete application, write essay, and provide
transcript, financial information, at least two references, short video, and school cost form. For more information and
applications go to https://www.mikeroweworks.org/. Due Date: 3/28/2019
2/08/2019
FIDM National Scholarship Competition-Eight full one-year scholarships of $31,500 each, twenty additional scholarships.
Must complete Project Guidelines and Entry Form Request to be able to apply. For more information go to
http://fidm.edu/en/admissions/financial+aid/scholarships/national+scholarship+competition/. Due Date: 3/29/2019
Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship-$500. Students are eligible if have 2.5 GPA and are U. S. or Canadian citizens between
the ages of 16 and 25 as of 3/30/2019. Must like Odenza Marketing Group on Facebook page, write two essays of less than
500 words each, and provide contact information. For more information and applications go to
https://www.odenzascholarships.com/marketingscholarship.php. Due Date: 3/30/2019
Fort Walton Beach Medical Center Auxiliary Scholarships-Two $2,000 scholarships designated specifically for senior
Volunteens with two summers of service, a 3.2 GPA, and entering any field of study; Three $3,000 scholarships and one
$2,000 scholarship designated for seniors with at least a 3.2 GPA who attend FWBHS or Choctaw entering human health
related fields; and $1,000 scholarship in memory of Doroty M. Clarno. Academic achievement, personal character,
leadership, financial need, and recommendations are considered. Must complete application and provide Applicant
Agreement, official transcript, two sealed recommendation letters, and three additional references. See Ms. Smith for
applications. Due Date: 3/30/2019 to Ms. Smith by 2:15 or to FWB Medical Center's administration office in care of Vicki
Tarro by 2:30 p.m.
Unigo Superpower Scholarship-$2,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are legal U. S. residents and
will enroll no later than fall of 2025 in accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online response in
250 words or less to "Which superhero or villain would you want to change places with for a day and why?" For more
information go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/superpower-scholarship. Due Date: 3/31/2019
April
American Fire Sprinkler Association High School Senior Scholarship Contest-Ten $2,000 scholarships. Seniors who are U. S.
citizens or aliens legally residing in the U. S. are eligible. Must read contest information and complete entry form. For more
information go to https://www.afsascholarship.org/high-school-contest/. Due Date: 4/01/2019
Frame My Future Scholarship Contest 2019-Grand Prize Winner-$5,000 scholarship; First runner-up $1,000 scholarship;
Second runner-up $500; All winners receive custom diploma frame. Seniors who are legal residents and plan to enroll as a
full-time student in U. S. community college/college/university in 2019-2020 academic year are eligible. Must complete entry
form, submit entry piece conveying Frame My Future theme, and write description of piece (500 characters or less). Public
votes on top 24 finalists. For more information and entry forms go to https://www.diplomaframe.com/contests/frame-my-
future-scholarship-contest-2019/faq.aspx. Due Date: 4/01/2019, 11:59 p.m. ET
Troy University Emerald Coast Chapter of Alumni and Friends Scholarship 2019-Awards range from $500-$1,000. Seniors
who have been unconditionally admitted to Troy University; live in Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, or Walton County; and have
actively participated in school activities and community programs are eligible. Must complete application, write 250 word
essay, and provide at least two letters of recommendation. For more information and applications go to
http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 4/01/2019
Johnson Scholarship Foundation-#1-Scholarship amounts to be determined; renewable. Seniors with a 2.0 GPA, disabilities
and financial need planning to attend one of the twelve State universities are eligible. Must document disability, write
personal statement, and provide three letters of recommendation, official transcript, and FAFSA (by March 1, 2019). #2-
$1,000-$10,000 (renewable) for students attending four-year colleges; $1,000-$5,000 (renewable) for students attending
community or vocational schools. Seniors who are children of UPS employees or retirees residing in Florida for at least
twelve months and are planning to attend school in Florida are eligible. Financial need is a factor. Awards based on academic
record, demonstrated leadership and participation in school and community activities, honors, work experience, statement
of goals and aspirations, unusual circumstances, and outside appraisal. Must complete application and provide transcript.
For more information and applications for both scholarships go to http://www.jsf.bz/. Due Date: #1-4/01/2019; #2-
4/01/2019, 2:00 p.m. ET
2/08/2019
Hunter Garner Scholarship Project Yellow Light-$5,000, $2,000, and $1,000-video; and $2,000-radio. Juniors and seniors
between ages of 14 and 20 are eligible. Must create video, billboard design or radio spot to motivate, persuade and
encourage peers to drive safely and not drive distracted. For more information and to apply go to
https://www.projectyellowlight.com/. Due Date: Video and Radio Competitions-4/01/2019, 11:59:59 p.m. ET
2019 Furman Scholars-At least $20,000 per year; $80,000 over four years. To be eligible must be juniors with a weighted 3.5
GPA and 29 ACT/1360 PSAT/1360 SAT who are interested in attending Furman University and have demonstrated leadership
potential and have been involved in extracurricular activities and community service. If interested, see guidance counselor to
be nominated. For more information, go to admission.furman.edu/register/FurmanScholar. Due Date: Nominations by
4/01/2019 for spring awards days; final deadline by 6/01/2019
The Democratic Women's Club of Okaloosa County-$1,000. Seniors with at least a 2.5 GPA who are Okaloosa County
residents, U. S. citizens, and registered Democrats (or pre-registered if under 18) are eligible. Preferred areas of study are
Political Science or related fields. Must complete application and provide Verification and Recommendation Form. For more
information and applications see Ms. Smith. Due Date: 4/01/2019
Florida School Counselor Association 2019 High School Student Scholarship-Two $250 scholarships. Seniors planning to
enroll in postsecondary institution in summer or fall of 2019 are eligible. Must complete online application and write 250-500
word essay answering, "What would your ideal school counseling program look like? How would you want your school
counselor to help you and your peers?" If awarded scholarship, must submit brief 3-5 minute video reading essay, and
photograph with school counselor and school principal. For more information and applications go to
http://bit.ly/FSCA19StuSch. Due Date: 4/01/2019, 5:00 p.m. ET
Army Aviation Association of America, Inc. Scholarship Grant-Amounts vary and may be given as one, two, or four year
grants. Seniors who are unmarried children/grandchildren/ siblings of AAAA members or deceased members are eligible.
Must create account for Pre-Qualifying form, complete application, write essay of maximum of 300 words, and submit
reference, teacher's recommendation, academic reporting form, current transcript, proof of admission to accredited
college/university, and photograph. For more information, go to https://www.quad-a.org/scholarship. Due Date: Pre-
Qualifying form by 4/01/2019, Application by 5/01/2019
Fort Walton Beach Woman's Club Scholarship-Three $500 scholarships. Female seniors who are planning to enroll in a
Florida college/university/technical school are eligible. Must complete application, write 500 word essay, and provide two
references. For more information and applications www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 4/05/2019
Kiwanis Club of Destin Peter Beczkiewicz Memorial Scholarship-$2,000 a year, renewable three more years. Seniors with at
least a 3.0 GPA who are Okaloosa County residents, attend school in Okaloosa County, and plan to pursue degree and career
in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (“STEM”) beginning in 2019 are eligible. Based on strength and rigor of
academic record; community service record; character; leadership; demonstration of commitment to pursue a degree and
career in STEM; and extent to which this scholarship will help applicant achieve goals. Must complete application, write
essay, and provide transcript, two recommendation letters, and resume (optional). For more information and applications go
to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: Received by 4/05/2019
Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes-Twenty-five $10,000 cash awards. Students between 8 and 18 who are permanent
residents and currently working on an inspiring service project or have worked on one in the last 12 months are eligible.
Must complete application online, write letter/essay, and provide Lead Reference letter, two letters of recommendation, and
color photo. For more information and applications go to https://barronprize.org/. Due Date: 4/15/2019, 5:00 p.m. MT
College JumpStart Scholarship-First Place $1,000. Tenth through twelfth grade students who are U. S. citizens or legal
residents planning to attend an accredited two- or four-year, community, or vocational/trade school and are committed to
using education to better own life and that of family and/or community are eligible. Must complete application and write
250 maximum word essay. For more information and applications go to http://www.jumpstart-scholarship.net/. Due Date:
4/15/2019
2/08/2019
Fort Walton Beach Rotary Club Program-John T. Morgan III Memorial, James M. Sutton, and Kay Stokes Memorial-
Scholarships may be renewable for one additional year. Seniors are eligible. Academic achievement, personal character,
leadership, aptitude, and documented financial need are considered. Must complete application, write essay, and provide
two letters of recommendation, resume, and transcript. For more information and applications go to
http://fortwaltonrotary.org/Scholarship.htm. Due Date: 4/15/2019
Johann E. Doum (JED) Scholarships-Multiple $1,000 scholarships. FWBHS seniors planning to attend four-year accredited
college or after high school/advanced education program, including trade school are eligible. Awards based on academics
(20%), athletics (20%), community service/extracurricular (20%), Christian faith/character (20%), and leadership (20%).
Absence of any one of the five categories will not prevent applicant from being selected. Must complete application, write
personal 250-500 word essay (counts for 50% of decision), and provide one recommendation letter, Statement of
Understanding, and Academic Record Report. For more information and applications go to
www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship or see Ms. Smith. Due Date: 4/15/2019
Jackie Spellman Scholarship Foundation Award-Approximately twelve $3000-$10,000 scholarships. Seniors with a minimum
3.0/4.0 GPA who have financial need and are leukemia or lymphoma patients and/or children or siblings of leukemia or
lymphoma patients are eligible. Must complete application, write essay of 600-800 words, and provide recent color
photograph, doctors letter of diagnosis or death certificate, 2019 FAFSA form (SAR), 2018 federal tax return, two letters of
recommendation, ACT/SAT scores, sealed official transcript, detailed resume, and letter of special circumstance. For more
information and applications go to https://jackiespellmanbenefit.org/scholarships/#apply. Due Date: Postmarked by
4/15/2019
23rd Annual Signet Classics Student Scholarship Essay Contest-Five $1,000 scholarships. Juniors and seniors who are U. S.
citizens are eligible. Must write essay on one of five topics about Huckleberry Finn and have English teacher mail four copies
of essay with cover letter on school letterhead. (Essays must be at least two and no more than three double-spaced pages,
computer or typewritten.) For more information go to https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/signet-essay-contest/. Due
Date: Postmarked by 4/15/2019, 11:59 p.m. EST; and received on or by 4/22/2019
Alpha Delta Kappa Future Teacher Scholarship-$500. Seniors with at least a 2.5 GPA who attend schools in South Okaloosa
County are eligible. Must complete application, write paragraph about what has inspired you to become a teacher, and
provide two letters of recommendation and an official transcript. See Ms. Smith for applications. Due Date: To Guidance or
Ms. Smith by 4/18/2019, 2:00 p.m.
2019 Student-View Scholarship Program-One $4,000; two $1,000; and ten $500 scholarships. Seniors who plan to attend a
four-year college, community college, or career school are eligible. Must log on to www.student-view.com and complete 15-
20 minute application survey about colleges in area. Scholarships awarded by random drawing of all completed applications.
For more information about company go to www.studentinsights.com. Due Date: 4/22/2019
Worldstudio AIGA Scholarships-Basic scholarships $2,000-$3,000; up to two $5,000 scholarships; honorable mention prizes-
$500. Seniors with a 2.0 GPA who are U. S. citizens or possess green cards and are pursuing a degree in graphic design,
illustration, and photography are eligible. Financial need and minority status are considered. Must create account and
complete application online. For more information and applications go to https://worldstudio.secure-
platform.com/a/page/AIGA-Worldstudio. Due Date: 4/24/2019, 11:59 p.m. PST
Ayn Rand Anthem Essay Contest-Each contest-1st-$2,000; Three 2nd-$250; Five 3rd-$100; and 50 Finalists-$25. Two
separate contests-One for eight through tenth graders, and the other for eleventh and twelfth graders. Must select one of
three topics and write essay of 600-1,200 words and provide cover sheet. May mail or submit online. For more information
go to https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests#overview. Due Date: 4/25/2019, 11:59 p.m. PST
Ayn Rand Fountainhead Essay Contest-1st-$10,000; Three 2nd-$2,500 each; Five 3rd-$500 each; and 50 Finalists-$50 each.
Eleventh through twelfth graders are eligible. Must select one of three topics and write essay of 800-1,600 words and
provide cover sheet. May mail or submit online. For more information go to https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-
contests#overview. Due Date: 4/25/2019, 11:59 p.m. PST
2/08/2019
Maximize the Moment Grind Institute Scholarship-$750. Juniors and seniors are eligible. Must complete application and
provide transcripts, college proof of acceptance/degree plan, academic achievement, including grades, and standardized test
scores. May include additional documents about work history, community/extracurricular involvement, leadership roles,
participation in specific activities, and awards and recognition, as well as, essays and reference letters. Email
[email protected] to receive criteria form and to send applications. For more information, go to
www.MTMYoutube.com or https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cLx3mJMSsU. Due Date: 4/26/2019
E-waste Scholarship-$1,000. High school students who are U. S. citizens or legal residents are eligible. Must complete
application form and write 140 character statement that completes the sentence "The most important reason to care about
e-waste is..." Top 10 applications will be selected as finalists who will be asked to write 500- to 1,000-word essay about e-
waste. For more information go to http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/ewaste-scholarship. Due Date: 4/30/2019
Summer Allen Volunteer Scholarship-$500. All FWBHS seniors (regardless of after high school plans) who have had
significant volunteer experience are eligible. Must write and type essay answering five questions about how have helped
others and include mailing address and contact phone number. For applications and more information go to
www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship or see Ms. Smith. Due Date: 4/30/2019
CARiD Photo Contest-$1,000. Students between ages of 16 and 20 who will be enrolling in post-secondary education next
semester are eligible. Must create photo inspired by any aspect of the automotive industry, email it to
[email protected] and include first and last name, phone number, email address, school attending, and birthdate. For
more information, go to https://www.carid.com/scholarships.html. Due Date: 4/30/2019
Unigo all About Education Scholarship-$3,000. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are legal U. S.
residents and will enroll no later than fall of 2025 in accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online
response in 250 words or less to "How will a $3,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?" For more
information go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/all-about-education-scholarship. Due Date:
4/30/2019
May
American College Foundation Visionary Scholarship Program-Multiple winners ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. High school
students are eligible. Must register, complete application, write 500 word essay, and provide transcript. For more
information and applications go to https://americancollegefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/ACF-
ScholarshipApp-2019-2020.pdf. Due Date: 5/01/2019
1800wheelchair.com Scholarship-One or two $500 scholarships. Seniors ages 16 and older with a 3.0 GPA are eligible. No
requirement in terms of physical disability or ability. Must write 'visual poem,' in a style of choosing, on the theme of
overcoming a personal challenge. Limit 'visual poem' to an 8.5 in. X 11 in. piece of paper. Include personal statement that
gives idea of who are and how poem relates to a challenge faced. The poem and essay (combined) should be between 500
and 1,000 words. Submit transcript. For more information go to https://www.1800wheelchair.com/scholarship/. Due Date:
Postmarked by 5/01/2019
Society of Women Engineers Scholarship-Amounts vary; some are renewable. Female seniors with a 3.5/4.0 GPA who are
planning to study at an ABET-accredited program in engineering, technology, or computing are eligible. Must register,
complete online application, and provide resume, transcript, email contact information for two references, and letter of
acceptance from college/university into ABET-accredited engineering or computer science program. For more information
and applications go to https://scholarships.swe.org/applications/login.asp. Due Date: Application period 3/01/2019-
5/01/2019, 5:00 p.m. CT
Florida State Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship-Renewable. Seniors who are U. S. citizens,
Florida residents, and plan to attend an accredited college or university in the U. S. are eligible. Must include four copies of
complete application and financial need form; letter explaining career objectives; two letters of recommendation; list of
extra-curricular activities, honors received, scholastic achievements, and other significant accomplishments; and one copy of
official transcript and a copy of birth certificate or naturalization papers. For more information and applications go to
http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: To Chapter Regent or Chapter Scholarship Chairman by
5/01/2019
2/08/2019
Army Aviation Association of America, Inc. Scholarship Grant-Amounts vary and may be given as one, two, or four year
grants. Seniors who are unmarried children/grandchildren/ siblings of AAAA members or deceased members are eligible.
Must create account for Pre-Qualifying form, complete application, write essay of maximum of 300 words, and submit
reference, teacher's recommendation, academic reporting form, current transcript, proof of admission to accredited
college/university, and photograph. For more information, go to https://www.quad-a.org/scholarship. Due Date: Pre-
Qualifying form by 4/01/2019, Application by 5/01/2019
Destin Rotary Collegiate/Vocational Scholarship-$2,500 annually, renewable for three more years. Seniors with a 2.5 GPA
who reside in the Destin Rotary Club area and are planning to attend an accredited college, university or vocational
institution are eligible. Award based on financial need, academic achievement, leadership, personal character, and
community service. Must complete application, write a 250 word essay, and provide official transcript, three letters of
recommendation, and verification have applied to an accredited institution. For more information and applications go to
https://destinrotary.com/scholarship-fund/. Due Date: 5/05/2019
B. Davis Scholarship-$1,000. Juniors and seniors are eligible. Must write essay of less than 1,000 words on "Describe the
three characteristics of leadership you value most. Discuss why you believe that these traits are so important and how you
feel that they are developed in an individual." Submit by email at [email protected], including name and
name(s) of school attending this year and next. For more information go to
http://studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm. Due Date: 5/24/2019
Unigo Fifth Month Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the
fall of 2025 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are eligible. Must register and submit online
response in 250 words or less to "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is
important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five to you for being original." For more information and to apply
go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/fifth-month-scholarship. Due Date: 5/31/2019
June
FNLGA Big Bend Chapter Scholarship-Up to $3,000; renewable. Seniors with a 3.0/4.0 GPA planning to attend a technical
center, community college, or university leading to a career in Florida’s nursery and landscape industry are eligible. Students
residing in Big Bend area are given first priority. Scholarships based on scholastic achievement, financial need, interest in
Florida’s nursery and landscape industry and thoroughness of application. Must complete application, write essay, and
provide two letters of recommendation, transcript, school letterhead with costs for year, and list of honors, achievement
awards, volunteer work or club involvement. For more information go to http://www.fngla.org/professional-
development/overview/scholarships. Due Date: 6/01/2019
Odenza Vacations College Scholarship-$500. Students with at least a 2.5 GPA who are residents of the U. S. and between the
ages of 17 and 24 on September 1, 2019 are eligible. Must submit essay and provide personal and school contact
information. For more information and applications go to
https://www.odenzavacationsscholarships.com/vacations/208/eligibility_odenza_vacations_college_scholarship.php. Due
Date: 6/01/2019
Jane Austen Society of North America Essay Contest-1st Place-$1,000; 2nd Place-$500; 3rd Place $250. High school students
are eligible. Must complete entry form, write essay of 6-8 pages on "Northanger Abbey can be described as a book about
books. There is, of course, the well-known 'defense of the novel,' but characters also discuss their reading habits, name
specific novels, and even consider history books. In her works, Austen often makes use of fiction, poetry or plays, either
explicitly or indirectly. Explore how she does this in Northanger Abbey." High school students may bring in another Austen
novel but are not required to do so. Submit essay online. For more information go to http://jasna.org/programs/essay-
contest/. Due Date: 6/03/2019, Midnight PDT
Abbott & Fenner Scholarship-$1,000. Juniors and seniors are eligible. Must write essay of 500-1,000 words on "Describe
your educational career and life goals. Explain your plan for achieving these goals. Include your degree/major, why you
selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals." Submit essays at
[email protected]. For more information go to http://abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php. Due Date:
6/14/2019
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AmericanMuscle's Student Scholarship Program-Four $2,000 scholarships, offered spring and fall. Seniors planning to
pursue an automotive degree or related field of study are eligible. Must write essay of 700-1500 words "telling us who you
are and how you plan on using your automotive education to incite positive change and innovation within the custom car
industry" and submit proof of enrollment and essay to [email protected]. For more information go to
https://www.americanmuscle.com/scholarships.html. Due Date: Fall-6/15/2019, 12:00 p.m. EST
Big Sun Scholarship-$500 scholarship(s). Senior athletes are eligible. Must write short essay (500-1,000 words) answering
"How did your participation in sports during your high school years influence you? Has your participation influenced your
career goals? Has your participation influenced how you relate to your family?" Submit essays at
[email protected]. For more information go to http://www.bigsunathletics.com/. Due Date: 6/19/2019
Lift Parts Express Scholarship-$500. Students between ages 16-21 who have a 3.0 GPA and are U. S. or Canadian residents
are eligible. Must write essay on: "Going to college is a big financial commitment. Write an essay that outlines how much you
expect to spend to finish your schooling, how you intend to pay for your schooling, and what you expect your job to be once
you are finished your schooling." For more information and applications go to
http://www.forkliftpartswashington.com/forkliftparts.php. Due Date: 6/30/2019
Unigo Do-Over Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the fall of
2025 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are eligible. Must register and submit online response in
250 words or less to "If you could get one 'do-over' in life, what would it be and why?" For more information and to apply go
to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/do-over-scholarship. Due Date: 6/30/2019
July
2019 Duck Brand Duct Tape Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest Grand Prize Dresses Category-Grand Prize Dress Category
$10,000; Grand Prize Tux Category $10,000; Eight Runners Up Prizes-$500 scholarships and Duck® Brand Prize Packs (ARV
$100 each) to the remaining Finalists in each of the Dress and Tux Categories. High school students who are at least 14 years
of age and legal residents are eligible. Must complete entry form and submit at least one high resolution photo wearing Duck
Tape® prom outfit. If under 18 yrs. old, have parent’s permission. For more information and entry forms go to
http://stuckatprom.com/. Due Date: Application period 4/01/2019-7/09/2019, 11:59:59 p.m. EDT
Resume Companion Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors planning to enroll in a university as full time students in fall of 2019 are
eligible. Must create resume based on the life of any fictional or non-fictional character, from TV, history, literature or myth,
attach resume to an email and include in body of email name, university planning to attend, and short explanation of whose
resume are submitting. Send to [email protected]. For more information go to
https://resumecompanion.com/scholarship/. Due Date: 7/15/2019
Redfin Scholarship-$2,500. Seniors with a 3.5/4.0 GPA who are 18 years old and U. S. legal residents are eligible. Must
complete application and write a 300-500 word essay. Essays judged on thoughtfulness of response, quality of composition,
and grammatical accuracy. For more information and applications go to https://www.redfin.com/resources/scholarship.
Due Date: Fall application period 5/01/2019-7/31/2019
Unigo Flavor of the Month Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later
than the fall of 2025 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are eligible. Must register and submit
online response in 250 words or less to "Summer and ice cream go hand-in-hand. In fact, July is National Ice Cream Month,
and that's the inspiration behind this award. We think people are very similar to ice cream; some are nutty, others a little
exotic, while some are very comforting. If you were an ice cream flavor, which would you be and why?" For more
information and to apply go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/flavor-of-the-month-scholarship. Due
Date: 7/31/2019
August
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Sugar Spun Scholarship-$500. Seniors planning to enroll in a college/university in the fall are eligible. Must write essay of no
more than 1,000 words answering one of three prompts (your most memorable meal; a life lesson learned through food; or
If you could sit down to a meal with any person in history, living or dead, who would you choose, and why? Include the food
that you would serve.) and provide proof of enrollment before scholarship awarded. Essays judged on originality, creativity,
style, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and adherence to prompt. For more information go to
https://sugarspunrun.com/scholarship/. Due Date: 8/01/2019, 11:59 p.m. EST
Unigo Make Me Laugh Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than
the fall of 2025 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are eligible. Must register and submit online
response in 250 words or less to "OMG... finding and applying for scholarships is serious business, but it's time to lighten
things up a little. We don't want to know why you deserve $1,500 or how great your grades are, we simply want to LOL.
Describe an incident in your life, funny or embarrassing (fact or fiction), and make us laugh!" For more information and to
apply go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/make-me-laugh-scholarship. Due Date: 8/31/2019
September
Unigo Shout It Out Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the
fall of 2025 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are eligible. Must register and submit online
response in 250 words or less to "If you could say one thing to the entire world at once, what would it be and why?" For
more information and to apply go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/shout-it-out-scholarship. Due
Date: 9/30/2019
October
AES Engineering Scholarship-$500. Seniors are eligible. (Not required to take engineering courses.) Must write essay of 500-
1,000 words answering, "When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life
successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey?" Submit essay to
[email protected], including full name, name of school attending, and plans for next year. For more
information and applications go to http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.php. Due Date: 10/06/2019
Unigo Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship-$2,000. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are legal U. S.
residents and will enroll no later than fall of 2025 in accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online
response in 250 words or less to "Imagine that your high school or college has been overrun with zombies. Your math
professor, the cafeteria ladies, and even your best friend have all joined the walking dead. Flesh out a plan to avoid the
zombies, including where you’d hide and the top-five things you’d bring to stay alive." For more information go to
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/zombie-apocalypse-scholarship. Due Date: 10/31/2019
November
Unigo Education Matters Scholarship-$5,000. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are legal U. S.
residents and will enroll no later than fall of 2025 in accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online
response in 250 words or less to "What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn't matter, or that college is a
waste of time and money?" For more information, go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/education-
matters-scholarship. Due Date: 11/30/2019
December
Imagine America Foundation Scholarship-$1,000 scholarships. Seniors who will graduate in 2019 with a 2.5 GPA, financial
need, and voluntary community service during senior year are eligible. (Juniors who will graduate in 2020 may begin applying
in January of 2020.) Must become an Imagine America member, create a login and profile, complete application, and watch
Financial Planning Made Simple video. Guidance counselor will review application, and if approved, send on to school. For
more information, go to https://www.imagine-america.org/. Due Date: 12/31/2019
Unigo Top Ten List Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are legal U. S. residents and
will enroll no later than fall of 2025 in accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online response in
250 words or less to "Create a Top Ten List of the top ten reasons you should get this scholarship." For more information, go
to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/top-ten-list-scholarship. Due Date: 12/31/2019
2/08/2019
Unigo $10K Scholarship-$10,000. Students ages 13 or older at time of application and legal U. S. residents are eligible. Must
enroll no later than the fall of 2025 in a post-secondary institution of higher learning and submit online essay of 140
characters or less, including spaces, on "Imagine a historical figure is brought back to life. Who is it? What's their favorite
mobile app?" For more information, go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/unigo-10k-scholarship.
Due Date: 12/31/2019
January
Unigo I Have a Dream Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are legal U. S. residents
and will enroll no later than fall of 2026 in accredited institution of higher learning are eligible. Must submit online response
in 250 words or less to "We want to know... what do you dream about? Whether it's some bizarre dream you had last week,
or your hopes for the future, share your dreams with us for a chance to win $1,500 for college." For more information, go to
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/i-have-a-dream-scholarship. Due Date: 1/31/2020
Single Scholarship Sites-Due Dates VaryWalmart Associate Scholarship-Amounts vary. To be eligible must: be U. S. citizen or permanent legal resident; be employed
with any division of Walmart for at least six consecutive months prior to application; high school senior or have earned high
school diploma or GED before applying; and have financial need. Must register, take eligibility quiz, and complete
application. For more information and application go to http://giving.walmart.com/associate-scholarships. Due Date: if
have high school diploma or GED 3/01/2018, 6/01/2018, 8/31/2018, and 11/30/2018; if high school senior must apply
within six months of beginning college classes
Raise.Me Scholarships-Amounts vary. Ninth through twelfth grade students are eligible. Must sign-up and add achievements
to earn scholarships. Over 180 colleges participate. For more information and to create account go to
https://www.raise.me/.
Discover Student Loans Scholarship Award Sweepstakes-Eleven $10,000 scholarships. Students and parents of eligible
seniors can enter random drawing. Must sign up to receive helpful tips on planning and paying for college at
https://scholarship.collegecovered.com/. No purchase or student loan necessary. For more information, go to
https://scholarship.collegecovered.com/. Due Date: End Periods for random drawings on 2/28/2019, 3/31/2019,
4/30/2019, 5/31/2019, 6/30/2019, 7/31/2019, 8/31/2019, 9/30/2019, 10/31/2019, 11/30/2019, 12/31/2019, and
1/31/2020 by 11:59 p.m. ET
$5,000 Nitro College Scholarship-Quarterly $5,000; Additional $1,000 if friend wins and uses your name to apply. Seniors
who are legal residents and are enrolling in the fall at an accredited college/university are eligible. Must complete survey,
respond to three short-answer questions, and participate in social media activity. For more information and applications go
to https://www.nitrocollege.com/nitro-scholarship-application. Due Date: 2/28/2019, 3/31/2019, 4/30/2019, 5/31/2019,
6/30/2019, 7/31/2019, 8/31/2019, 9/30/2019, 10/31/2019, 11/30/2019, and 12/31/2019
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Career and Technical Education Scholarships-To be eligible must be a child of: Active
Duty or Reserve U. S. Marine; Active Duty or Reserve U. S. Navy Corpsman who is serving, or has served with a U. S. Marine
unit; Veteran U. S. Navy Corpsman who has served with a U. S. Marine unit and has received an honorable discharge or was
killed while serving in the U. S. Navy; or Veteran U. S. Marine who has received an honorable discharge or was killed while
serving in the U. S. Marine Corps. Also, must be planning to attend a non-degree certificate program or vocational training
that is 12 months or less at a community college or private career school listed on College Navigator, have a 2.0 GPA and a
maximum family adjusted gross income (2017) not exceeding $98,000. Must register for an account, complete application,
and provide official transcript, 2017 Federal Income Tax Return (first two pages), qualifying military documents, and a photo.
For more information, registration, and applications go to https://www.mcsf.org/apply/. Due Date: The CTE scholarship
application is available all year and applications are processed every month. The entire process may take 5 weeks: Week 1
& 2: Complete and submit an application; Week 3: Application reviewed and processed; Week 4: Award decision emailed
to applicants; Week 5: Recipients complete Award Acceptance for scholarship payment
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MyProjectLamps.com Scholarship-$1,000. Students fourteen years of age or older with a 3.0 GPA are eligible. Must write
cover letter and one page essay detailing ideas about use of multimedia and data visualization in K-12 classrooms, provide
transcript, and follow or ‘LIKE’ the MyProjectorLamps Facebook page. For more information go to
https://www.myprojectorlamps.com/scholarships.html. Due Date: Postmarked by 10/31/2018 for fall scholarship; by
4/15/2019 for spring scholarship
Great Value Colleges Community Service Scholarship-$1,500. Seniors who are U. S. citizens with a 3.0 GPA and have been
accepted at an accredited post-secondary U.S. institution are eligible. Must complete application; submit cover letter,
resume, two letters of recommendation, transcript, and ACT/SAT test scores; completed at least 40 hours of community
services; and write 1000-1500 word essay that describes favorite community project, involvement in project, and how
project enhanced and/or added value to college education. For more information and applications go to
https://www.greatvaluecolleges.net/community-service-scholarship/. Due Date: 11/15/2018, 7/15/2019
L. Ron Hubbard Illustrators of the Future Contest-Each quarter three prizes of $500; Quarterly winners compete for
additional $5,000. Amateur artists are eligible. Must submit entry of three illustrations in a color or black-and-white medium
created from the artist’s imagination and submit electronically by going to writersofthefuture.com/enter-the-illustrator-
contest, or by mail to L. Ron Hubbard’s Illustrators of the Future Contest, 7051 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, California
90028. For more information go to https://www.writersofthefuture.com/enter-the-illustrator-contest/. Due Date: By 11:59
p.m. PST on 12/31/2018, 3/31/2019, 6/30/2019, and 9/30/2019
L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future Contest-Each quarter prizes of $1000, $750, and $500; Quarterly 1st place winners
compete for additional $5,000. Amateur writers are eligible. Must submit entry of original works of prose up to 17,000 words
and send electronically by going to: writersofthefuture.com/enter-writer-contest, or by mailing to
L. Ron Hubbard’s Writers of the Future Contest, 7051 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, California 90028. For more information
go to https://www.writersofthefuture.com/enter-writer-contest/. Due Date: By 11:59 p.m. PST on 12/31/2018,
3/31/2019, 6/30/2019, and 9/30/2019
GoTranscript Academic Scholarship Program-$1,000. High school seniors and college freshman are eligible. Must register
using college issued email; briefly write about self, goals, and answer questions; write 500-1,000 word essay about how
language has helped express your voice; and write email to [email protected] to proceed. For further information go to
https://gotranscript.com/scholarship-program. Due Date: Scholarship offered during Spring and Fall semesters (2017-
2022), and applications are accepted year-round
Multiple Scholarship Sites-Due Dates Vary
Multiple Scholarships-For scholarship opportunities go to www.fastweb.com, www.scholarships.com, www.gocollege.com,
https://www.goodcall.com/scholarships/, www.finaid.org/scholarships, https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-
college/grants-scholarships, http://www.cksf.org/, https://www.unigo.com, http://www.scholarshipdetective.com,
www.chegg.com, http://scholarshipguidance.com/, http://www.collegexpress.com/, www.cappex.com, and
http://www.studentscholarships.org.
Multiple Scholarships-For scholarship opportunities go to https://www.petersons.com/#/sweeps-modal,
https://www.niche.com/, https://www.collegenet.com/elect/app/app, http://www.scholarshipmonkey.com/, and
https://www.collegeboard.org/.
Sallie Mae Scholarships-Over 3 million scholarships worth over $16 billion. Scholarships for all types of students; some
consider academics, financial need, debate, art, music, sports, and/or baking. Go to https://www.salliemae.com/college-
planning/college-scholarships/ for information and to register for free scholarship search.
Fun4EmeraldCoastKids.com Scholarships-Multiple scholarship opportunities for Bay, Okaloosa, and Walton County
students. For more information go to http://fun4emeraldcoastkids.com/Education-Childcare/Scholarship-Opportunities/.
FloridaNEXT.com Multiple Scholarships-Go to http://www.pageturnpro.com/Florida-Trend/86208-Florida-Trends-NEXT-
2018-2019/default.html#page/36 for multiple scholarship opportunities.
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Hispanic Scholarship Fund-Opportunities are available to seniors of Hispanic heritage. For more details go to
http://www.hsf.net, click on Scholarships, then under Scholarship Programs, click on Graduating High School Seniors. Check
requirements, then apply online at the hsf web site for most scholarships. Due Date: Application period January 2018-April
2018
FIRST Scholarships-Over $14 million in scholarships from over 128 colleges, universities, corporations, and associations. Most
scholarships are merit-based and renewable. High school students who are on FRC and FTC teams are eligible. (Most
scholarships are for seniors.) Some scholarships are for specific majors such as engineering, computer science, science, math,
or technology, and others are for any course of study. For more information and to apply go to
https://www.firstinspires.org/scholarships-overview.
United Negro College Fund-Opportunities are available for students of African-American heritage. Multiple scholarships can
be found at http://www.uncf.org/.
Multiple Scholarships-For scholarship opportunities at the Thurgood Marshall College Fund 47 member schools go to
https://tmcf.org/our-scholarships.
Multiple Scholarships for Military - Scholarships 4 Students-Amounts and deadlines vary. For multiple scholarship
opportunities go to http://www.scholarships4students.com/scholarships_for_the_military.htm.
Multiple Scholarships for Military-For scholarship opportunities go to https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/types/grants-
scholarships/military.
Resources for Military Families-Organizations and resources may be found at https://couponfollow.com/research/discounts-
for-military-families.
Multiple Scholarships from Insurance Companies-Amounts and deadlines vary. For multiple opportunities for high school
and college students go to http://www.obrella.com/resources/insurance-scholarships/.
Multiple Nursing Scholarships-For scholarship opportunities go to https://nurse.org/scholarships/.
NASA-For current contests and opportunities go to http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/current-opps-index.html.
Multiple Scholarships for Minorities, Hispanics, and Undocumented Students-For scholarship opportunities go to
www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship.
Financial Aid for Hispanic Students-For more information go to http://www.onlinecolleges.net/for-students/financial-aid-
hispanic-students/.
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