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Scholarship OpportunitiesScholarship 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.
OctoberUnited States Senate Youth Program (USSYP)-$5,000 scholarship and all transportation, hotel, and meal expenses for
Washington Week, March 5-12, 2016. Juniors and seniors are eligible if they are a 2015-2016 class or student body officer,
student council representative, or student representative elected or appointed to a district, regional or state-level civic
and/or educational organization approved by the state selection committee. Two students and a first and second alternate
are chosen for the state. For more information and applications go to
http://www.flrea.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=37. Due Date: 10/16/2015
Lexus Eco Challenge-Ninth through twelfth grade students who are legal residents are eligible. 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 http://lexus.scholastic.com/. Due Dates: Challenge 1: Land & Water by 10/16/2015,
11:59 p.m. ET; Challenge 2: Air & Climate by 12/11/2015, 11:59 p.m. ET; and Final Challenge (Invitation Only) by 2/19/16,
11:59 p.m. ET
Ayn Rand Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest-1st-$20,000; Three 2nd-$2,000; Five 3rd-$1,000; 25 Finalists-$100; 50 Semifinalists-
$50. Twelfth graders and college students 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: 10/23/2015, 11:59 p.m. PST
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. National Essay Contest-National First Place-$5,000; Second Place-$3,000; Third Place-$2,000;
Fourth Place-$1,000. College-bound seniors are eligible. Must complete first page information, write essay of between 700
and 750 words, and submit to a local chapter. For more information go to http://www.oppf.org/essay-contest.asp. Due
Date: Postmarked or time stamped 10/23/2015, Midnight
Horatio Alger National Scholarship Program-Up to 106 $22,000 scholarships. Seniors who are U. S. citizens and have at least
a 2.0 GPA and critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income) are eligible. Also, must be involved in co-
curricular and community activities and have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity. Must
complete online application. For more information and application go to
https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/about-our-scholarship-programs/national-scholarships/. Due Date:
10/25/2015
NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing-Female high school students who have outstanding aptitude and interest in
computing, proven leadership ability, academic performance, and plans for post‑secondary education are eligible. Must
register, complete application, have U. S. Tax Identification or Social Security Number, and provide parent/guardian approval
and educator endorsement. For more information and applications go to www.aspirations.org or contact Patty Lynn at
[email protected]. Due Date: 10/26/2015, 8:00 p.m. EDT
Voice of Democracy 2015-2016 Patriotic Audio Essay Contest-Prizes and scholarships awarded at local, district, state, and
national level. Top scholarship is $30,000. Ninth through twelfth grade students are eligible. Must submit entry form and
write and record on CD an original 3-5 minute essay on "My Vision For America." For more information and entry forms go to
https://www.vfw.org/uploadedFiles/VFWorg/MY_VFW/VoiceofDemocracyEntryFormandBrochure.pdf. Due Date: To Ms.
Smith by 10/28/2015, 2:00 p.m.
10/09/2015
ScholarshipExperts.com Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship-$2,000. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are
legal residents and will enroll no later than the fall of 2021 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are
eligible. Must register and submit online response in 250 words or less to “Imagine that your high school/college has been
overrun with Zombies. Your math professor, the cafeteria ladies and even your best friend have all joined the walking dead.
Use your brain to flesh out a plan to avoid the Zombies, including where you would hide and the top 5 things you would
bring with you to stay alive.” For more information and to apply go to https://www.scholarshipexperts.com/scholarships/our-
scholarships/zombie-apocalypse-scholarship. Due Date: 10/31/2015, 11:59 p.m. EDT
Coca-Cola Scholars Program-150- $20,000 scholarships. Seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA at the end of the junior year are
eligible. Rewards leadership and excellence through academic achievement, extracurricular activities, and community
service. For more information and applications go to http://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/applicants/#programs.
(FWB High School code 100-532) Due Date: 10/31/2015
Duck Brand Duct Tape #StickorTreat Contest-First Place -$1,000; Second Place-$500; Third Place-$250. Legal residents who
are 18 or older at time of entry are eligible. Must decorate and/or accessorize a Halloween themed pumpkin (real or
artificial) using Duck Tape® brand duct tape and submit online by going to
www.stickortreat.com and submit via a public Twitter or Instagram account one color photograph of the completed project;
entrant's first name, last name, email address and zip code; and include the hashtag #StickorTreat and mention
@theduckbrand. For more information go to http://offerpop.com/hashtag/gallery/14363. Due Date: 10/31/2015, 11:59:59
p.m. ET
November
Ron Brown Scholar Program-Minimum of ten $10,000 scholarships, renewable for three more years. African-American
seniors who will make significant contributions to society are eligible. Must excel academically, exhibit leadership potential,
participate in community service activities, and demonstrate financial need. Complete application, provide two letters of
recommendation and an official transcript, write two essays of about 500 words each, and list activities and honors. For
more information and applications go to https://www.ronbrown.org/section/apply/program-description. Due Date:
11/01/2015 for consideration for Ron Brown Scholar Program and limited number of additional scholarship providers and
1/09/2016 for Ron Brown Scholar Program only
Emperor Science Award-100 students will be paired with a mentoring scientist to collaborate on a multi-week cancer
research project, receive a Google Chromebook and $1,500 for project expenses. Tenth and eleventh grade students who
wish to explore careers in science and cancer research are eligible. Must write 750-word essay and submit entry. For more
information go to http://www.emperorscienceaward.com/. Due Date: 11/01/2015
University of South Florida Scholarships-Amounts vary. Seniors who have applied for admission by November 1st are given
priority for summer and fall 2016 semesters. If submitted required materials by January 15th, they are automatically
considered for scholarships. For more information come see Ms. Smith or go to http://www.usf.edu/. Due Dates: Priority
admission by 11/01/2015; Priority for admissions scholarships by 1/15/2016
University of Miami Freshman Academic Scholarships-President's Scholarships range from $8,000-$30,000 annually. Seniors
who have taken the most challenging curriculum, earned highest grades, and have ACT/SAT scores at the top of the
University's applicant pool are automatically considered. For more information go to
http://www.miami.edu/admission/index.php/undergraduate_admission/costsandfinancialresources/scholarships/new_fresh
men_first_year_students/. Due Date: 11/01/2015 for Early Decision/Early Action and 1/01/2016 for Regular Decision
Letters about Literature Contest-National Winner-$1,000 and National Honor Winner $200; State Winners cash awards.
High school students are eligible. Must complete entry coupon, select a fiction or non-fiction book, poem or play have read
and about which have strong feelings, and write a personal letter of 100-500 words to the author, stating how reading
his/her work changed you. For more information and entry coupons go to http://www.read.gov/letters/. Due Date:
11/02/2015
10/09/2015
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship-Forty awards of up to $40,000 per year, renewable. Seniors with at least a 3.5
unweighted GPA who score in top 15% on ACT (26) and/or SAT (1200), have significant unmet financial need, and plan to
attend an accredited four-year college in the fall are eligible. Must complete application, write essays, and submit report
card/transcript, test scores, parents'/guardians' tax returns, two academic recommendations, and principal/guidance
counselor form. For more information and applications go to http://www.jkcf.org/scholarship-programs/college-
scholarship/. Due Date: 11/03/2015
2016 Prudential Spirit of Community-$1,000 for one high school state honoree and an additional $5,000 for five high school
national honorees. Fifth-twelfth grade students who are or have been engaged in a volunteer activity partly within the
twelve months prior to the application are eligible. Applicants judged on initiative, effort, impact, and personal growth. For
more information and applications go to http://spirit.prudential.com/view/page/soc. Due Date: Online by 11/04/2014
Create Real Impact Contest-$1,500 to grand prize winners in each of four categories; $500 to top online vote getters in each
of four categories; $1,500 to three high schools with the most entries (must have at least 25); $1,500 to Spanish language
winner; $1,500 to American Sign Language winner. Full-time students who are legal U. S. residents between ages of 14 and
22 are eligible. Must register and create original work (video, creative writing, artwork, or music) showcasing the very real
problem of reckless and distracted driving with the solution to stop the behavior. Judging based on content, creativity, and
effectiveness of message. For more information and to register go to http://createrealimpact.com/. Due Date: 11/05/2015,
11:59, p.m. PST; Online voting 11/07/2015-11/15/2015
Davidson College John Montgomery Belk Scholarship-Up to eight scholarships, equivalent to college's comprehensive fees,
and two special study stipends per scholar, renewable. Seniors who have demonstrated superior intellectual and personal
achievement and significant leadership are eligible. Up to two FWBHS students may be nominated. See Ms. Smith in the
Media Center if interested. For more information and forms go to http://www.davidson.edu/admission-and-financial-
aid/john-belk-scholarship. Due Date: Nomination materials must be submitted by 11/06/2015
Washington University in St. Louis Danforth Scholars Program-Full- or partial-tuition scholarships, renewable. Seniors must
be nominated by a guidance counselor to be able to apply to the Danforth Scholars Program. Applications will be sent to
students after nomination materials received. Up to forty applicants will be selected to attend an interview weekend to
compete for scholarships. Based on merit, community service, high moral character, and leadership. Need is considered. For
more information see Ms. Smith in the Media Center. Due Date: Nomination forms and recommendation letters due by
11/15/2015, 5:00 p.m. CT; Student applications by 1/15/2016
Louisiana State University Scholarships-Seniors must apply for admission and submit transcripts and test scores for
scholarship consideration. For more information go to http://sites01.lsu.edu/wp/financialaid/entering-freshman-
scholarships/. Due Date: Priority by 11/15/2015; after that, until all funds are awarded or 4/15/2016, whichever comes
first
ScholarshipExperts.com Education Matters Scholarship-$5,000. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are
legal residents and will enroll no later than the fall of 2021 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are
eligible. Must register and 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 and to apply go to
https://www.scholarshipexperts.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/education-matters-scholarship. Due Date: 11/30/2015,
11:59 p.m. EDT
December
National Rifle Association Civil Defense Fund Youth Essay Contest-First place-$1,000, second place-$600, third place-$200,
and fourth place-$100. Ninth through twelfth grade students are eligible in the senior division. Must complete entry form
and write essay of about 1,000 words on "What Does the Second Amendment Mean to You?" For more information and
entry forms go to https://www.nradefensefund.org/contests-scholarships.aspx. Due Date: Postmarked by 12/01/2015
10/09/2015
Air Force ROTC Scholarships-Three and four year scholarships in three different types. Seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA and
ACT (composite) of 26 or SAT (math/verbal) of 1180 who meet physical requirements are eligible. Must complete online
application. Once receive confirmation email must download, complete and upload forms to website. Forms include
counselor certification/transcript, extracurricular activity sheet, physical fitness assessment work sheet, and ACT/SAT scores
and GPA. Also, must interview. For more information and to apply go to https://www.afrotc.com/scholarships/eligibility.
Due Date: 12/01/2015; Forms uploaded by 1/12/2016, Midnight EST
University of West Florida Freshman Scholarships-Depends on scholarship. Seniors who have been accepted to UWF are
eligible. For more information and forms go to www.uwf.edu/admissionsawards. Due Date: Priority Deadline 12/01/2015
Dish Scholarship-$1,000. Seniors with a 2.5/4.0 GPA who are U. S. citizens or permanent legal residents are eligible. Must
write essay and submit online. Applicants judged on creativity, thoughtfulness, insight and how well promote post. For more
information go to http://www.dish2u.com/scholarships. Due Date: 12/01/2015
Florida Southern College Merit-Based Scholarships-Up to $15,500 per year. Seniors applying for admission to Florida
Southern are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships. For more information go to
http://www.flsouthern.edu/admissions.aspx and http://www.flsouthern.edu/admissions/financial-aid/scholarships.aspx.
Due Date: Priority deadline for admissions 12/01/2015; Regular decision 3/01/2016
American Quarter Horse Foundation Scholarships-Amounts vary depending on scholarship. Seniors are eligible if meet
criteria for individual scholarship. Awards based on academic achievement, financial need, American Quarter Horse
involvement, outstanding leadership, and communication skills. Must complete application and provide official transcript
and letter explaining grading system, and 2-3 reference letters (appraisal forms). For more information and applications go
to https://www.aqha.com/foundation/pages/scholarship-information-and-application/. Due Date: Postmarked by
12/01/2015
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship-Up to 500 four-year scholarships ranging from $1,000-$12,500
per year. Seniors who are U. S. citizens are eligible. Based on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. Must complete
application, write essay of 500 words or less, and provide ACT/SAT scores, transcript, and exhibits (optional). For more
information and applications go to http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.cfm. Due Date: Application period 9/01/2015-
12/04/2015; Must deliver application to Elks Lodge nearest applicant's home.
University of Florida Lombardi and Stamps Scholar-Seniors who rank at or near the top of their class are eligible. Awards
based on academic achievement, service to the community, extracurricular involvement, demonstration of leadership,
evidence of strong moral character, and exceptional creativity. Preference given to Florida residents. Must complete the
Student Information on Nomination form and turn in to Ms. Smith by Friday, December 4th, 2:00 p.m. Two students may
be chosen to represent FWBHS. Those two students must complete application and attach four short response documents,
letter of recommendation, nomination form, and authorization to release information form. For more information,
nomination forms and applications go to http://www.honors.ufl.edu/Lombardi-and-Stamps-Scholars.aspx. Due Date:
Nomination form to Ms. Smith by 12/04/2015; Application postmarked by 1/15/2016
Stephen J. Brady STOP Hunger Scholarship-Up to five national $5,000 scholarships and matching grants for the hunger-
related charity of choice; up to twenty regional winners of $1,000 grants for hunger-related charity of choice. Students,
kindergarten through graduate school, enrolled in an accredited educational institution in the United States who have
demonstrated on-going commitment to their community by performing unpaid volunteer services impacting hunger in the
U. S. within the last 12 months are eligible. Must complete application and provide email address and Community Service
Recommendation. For more information and applications go to
http://www.sodexofoundation.org/hunger_us/scholarships/scholarships.asp. Due Date: Application period 10/05/2015-
12/05/2015
10/09/2015
Foot Locker Scholar Athletes-Twenty $20,000 scholarships. To be eligible must be seniors involved in sports; be U. S. citizens
or legal residents; have a 3.0/4.0 GPA; and be planning to enter a four-year college in fall of 2015. Must be nominated,
create account, complete application, write two essays, and provide up to two recommendations. Semi-finalists are
interviewed. For more information and applications go to https://footlockerscholarathletes.com/. Due Date: Nomination
by 12/11/2015; Applications by 12/17/2015, 5:00 p.m. EST
University of Alabama Academic Scholarships-$3,500 to Full Tuition, renewable for merit-based scholarships based on
ACT/SAT scores and GPA. Seniors must apply online for admission at apply.ua.edu and for scholarships at myBama.ua.edu.
For more information go to www.scholarships.ua.edu. Due Date: Priority deadline 12/15/2015
AXA Achievement Scholarship-$10,000 for state winner and $15,000 more to ten of the state winners. Seniors who
demonstrate ambition and drive as evidenced by outstanding achievement in school, community or work-related activities
are eligible. Must register, create and application account, and complete student profile. For more information and
applications go to https://us.axa.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievement-scholarship.html. Due Date: 12/15/2015; first
10,000 applications accepted
Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship-$2,500. To be eligible must be seniors who are U. S. citizens with documented learning
disabilities and financial need and who plan to be enrolled in two-year community college, vocational or technical training
program. Must complete application and provide transcript, three letters of recommendation, financial statement, and proof
of LD. For more information and applications go to http://www.ncld.org/scholarships-and-awards/. Due Date: Postmarked
by 12/15/2015
Anne Ford Scholarship-$2,500 a year, renewable for three more years. To be eligible must be seniors who are U. S. citizens
with documented learning disabilities, have at least a 3.0/4.0 GPA, plan to be enrolled in full-time bachelor's degree
program, and have financial need. Must complete application and provide personal statement, transcript, three letters of
recommendation, financial statement, test scores, and proof of LD. For more information and applications go to
http://www.ncld.org/scholarships-and-awards/. Due Date: Postmarked by 12/15/2015
Foot Locker Scholar Athletes-Twenty $20,000 scholarships. To be eligible must be seniors involved in sports; be U. S. citizens
or legal residents; have a 3.0/4.0 GPA; and be planning to enter a four-year college in fall of 2015. Must be nominated,
create account, complete application, write two essays, and provide up to two recommendations. Semi-finalists are
interviewed. For more information and applications go to https://footlockerscholarathletes.com/. Due Date: Nomination
by 12/11/2015; Applications by 12/17/2015, 5:00 p.m. EST
NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award-$2,000-$15,000 scholarships. Seniors who own and operate small businesses and plan to
enroll in accredited (not for profit) two- or four-year universities, colleges, or vocational/technical institutes are eligible.
Must complete application and write essays on entrepreneurial experience and involvement with small business. Semi-
finalists will be interviewed. For more information and applications go to www.NFIB.com/YEA. Due Date: Application
period 10/01/2015-12/18/2015
Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship-$500. Students are eligible if have a 2.5 GPA, have completed at least 50 hours of
volunteer community service over the last twelve months, and are U. S. citizens between the ages of 16 and 22 as of
12/30/2015. Must complete contact information and write an essay of less than 1,000 words. For more information and
applications go to
http://odenzamarketinggroupvolunteeraward.com/awards/8/eligibility_odenza_marketing_group_volunteer_award.php.
Due Date: 12/30/2015
ScholarshipExperts.com Top Ten List Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who are legal
residents and will enroll no later than the fall of 2021 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are
eligible. Must register and 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 and to apply go to
https://www.scholarshipexperts.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/top-ten-list-scholarship. Due Date: 12/31/2015, 11:59
p.m. EDT
10/09/2015
School Band and Orchestra Magazine Essay Contest-Five $1,000 scholarships. Students in grades 9-12 are eligible. Must
complete entry form, respond in 250 words or less to "Learning Music Is More Than A Class At School It Also..." and submit
online. For more information and entry forms go to http://sbomagazine.com/essay-contest-submission.html. Due Date:
Postmarked by 12/31/2015
Imagine America High School Scholarships-$1,000 scholarships. FWBHS may nominate up to five seniors (graduate 2016)
who have a 2.5 GPA and have demonstrated financial need and voluntary community service during senior year. Must
pursue education at participating career college and complete application online. For more information and applications go
to http://www.imagine-america.org/scholarships-education. Due Date: Application period 1/01/2016-12/31/2015
January
University of Miami Freshman Academic Scholarships-President's Scholarships range from $8,000-$30,000 annually. Seniors
who have taken the most challenging curriculum, earned highest grades, and have ACT/SAT scores at the top of the
University's applicant pool are automatically considered. For more information go to
http://www.miami.edu/admission/index.php/undergraduate_admission/costsandfinancialresources/scholarships/new_fresh
men_first_year_students/. Due Date: 11/01/2015 for Early Decision/Early Action and 1/01/2016 for Regular Decision
Young Patriots Essay Contest-First Place-$5,000; Second Place-$2,500; Third Place-$1,500. High school students are eligible.
Must read two specific articles, write essay of 1,200 words or less on “Should the emerging and ongoing threat of global
terrorism change how we view government surveillance as it relates to the 4th Amendment? Why or Why Not?” Include
name, address, phone number, email address in body of essay (does not count in word count) and email submission. For
more information go to http://debate-central.ncpa.org/young_patriots_essay_contest_scholarship_1516/. Due Date:
1/05/2016, 11:00 p.m. CT
John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest-1st Place-$10,000 prize; 2nd Place-$1,000 cash award; Up to five finalists-
$500 each. Ninth through twelfth grade students are eligible. Must register online, write an original essay of 700-1,000 words
describing act of political courage by a U. S. elected official that occurred during or after 1956, and cite at least five selected
sources. For more information, registration, and submission go to http://www.jfklibrary.org/Education/Profile-in-Courage-
Essay-Contest.aspx. Due Date: Application period 9/01/2015-1/06/2016
Ron Brown Scholar Program-Minimum of ten $10,000 scholarships, renewable for three more years. African-American
seniors who will make significant contributions to society are eligible. Must excel academically, exhibit leadership potential,
participate in community service activities, and demonstrate financial need. Complete application, provide two letters of
recommendation and an official transcript, write two essays of about 500 words each, and list activities and honors. For
more information and applications go to https://www.ronbrown.org/section/apply/program-description. Due Date:
11/01/2015 for consideration for Ron Brown Scholar Program and limited number of additional scholarship providers and
1/09/2016 for Ron Brown Scholar Program only
Gates Millennium Scholars Program-1,000 "good through graduation" scholarships to college/university of choice. Minority
students who meet eligibility criteria may apply. Must complete Nominee Personal Information Form (student application),
Nominator Form (educator's evaluation of academic record), and Recommender Form (evaluation of community service and
leadership activities). Go to https://www.gmsp.org/ for more information and applications. Due Date: Online application
period 8/01/2015-1/13/2016, 11:59 p.m. EST
Florida State Elks Association Hope Scholarship-Up to $10,000 scholarships. Seniors who are Florida residents and U. S.
citizens are eligible. Scholarship targets students who have maintained a 3.3/4.0 GPA (and are not in the top 10% of
graduating class), have demonstrated financial need, and leadership through participation in school activities, community
service, and citizenship. Consideration also given to students who help support family through employment. For more
information and applications go to http://floridaelks.org/hope-scholarships. Due Date: Application period 9/01/2015-
1/15/2016, Midnight.
10/09/2015
Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship-Regional and national scholarships from $500 to $5,000, and an all-expense
paid weekend to Bucks County, PA for awards ceremony. Seniors planning careers of service in the United States local, state,
or federal government are eligible. Must complete application (cover page), write essay of 300 words or less, and provide
letter of recommendation, transcript, ACT/SAT scores, and other documentation. Need three copies of each. For more
information and applications go to http://www.gwcf.org/. Due Date: Postmarked by 1/15/2016
University of Florida Lombardi and Stamps Scholar-Seniors who rank at or near the top of their class are eligible. Awards
based on academic achievement, service to the community, extracurricular involvement, demonstration of leadership,
evidence of strong moral character, and exceptional creativity. Preference given to Florida residents. Must complete the
Student Information on Nomination form and turn in to Ms. Smith by Friday, December 4th, 2:00 p.m. Two students may
be chosen to represent FWBHS. Those two students must complete application and attach four short response documents,
letter of recommendation, nomination form, and authorization to release information form. For more information,
nomination forms and applications go to http://www.honors.ufl.edu/Lombardi-and-Stamps-Scholars.aspx. Due Date:
Nomination form to Ms. Smith by 12/04/2015; Application postmarked by 1/15/2016
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:
1/15/2016
New Life Deliverance Temple Church Community Scholarship Program-Mark A. Williams Community Scholarship (2.0-2.9
GPA); Brenda M. Williams Community Scholarship ( 3.0-3.4 GPA); Michele W. Hill Community Scholarship ( 3.5 or greater
GPA)- Seniors with qualifying GPAs who are residents of Okaloosa or Santa Rosa Counties and are members in good standing
at a local church are eligible. Must complete application, maintain a 2.0-4.0 GPA upon graduation, write an essay, and
provide two letters of recommendation. For more information and applications go to
http://www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: Postmarked by 1/15/2016
National Foliage Foundation's James H. Davis Memorial Scholarship-To be eligible must be seniors with a 2.0 GPA planning
to attend a Florida post-secondary school as a full-time student in a horticulture program or in a related field. Must complete
application, write essay, and provide two letters of recommendation and a transcript. For more information go to
http://www.fngla.org/education-and-research/scholarships/. Due Date: 1/15/2016
University of South Florida Scholarships-Amounts vary. Seniors who have applied for admission by November 1st are given
priority for Summer and Fall 2016 semesters. If submitted required materials by January 15th, they are automatically
considered for scholarships. For more information come see Ms. Smith or go to http://www.usf.edu/. Due Dates: Priority
admission by 11/01/2015; Priority for admissions scholarships by 1/15/2016
United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship Program and Florida JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship-U. S. -$1,000
grants; Florida-two $500 scholarships (will be forwarded to national judging) and one $1,000 needs-based scholarship.
Seniors who are U. S. citizens are eligible. Must complete application, write personal statement of 100-300 words, and
provide up to 3 references and a transcript. For more information and applications go to
http://www.usjcisenate.org/index.php/programs/scholarship. Due Date: Postmarked by 1/15/2016 to State Scholarship
Chairman
Mensa Education & Research Foundation Scholarship-Local, regional, and national awards from $300 to $1,000. Seniors
who are U. S. citizens planning to attend U. S. universities are eligible. Must complete application and write 550 words or less
essay. Emphasis on goal statement that includes specific information on experience or steps taken toward goal,
persuasiveness (e.g., how past achievements/experiences and future planning increase the probability of reaching goal), why
think will succeed, and also on grammar, spelling and punctuation. For more information and applications go to
http://www.mensafoundation.org/what-we-do/scholarships/scholarship-application/. Due Date: 1/15/2016, 11:59 p.m.
CST
10/09/2015
Mensa Education & Research Foundation Scholarship-Local, regional, and national awards from $300 to $1,000. Seniors
who are Mensa members or IRS dependents of American Mensa members are eligible. Must complete application and write
550 words or less essay. Emphasis on goal statement that includes specific information on experience or steps taken toward
goal, persuasiveness (e.g., how past achievements/experiences and future planning increase the probability of reaching
goal), why think will succeed, and also on grammar, spelling and punctuation. For more information and applications go to
http://www.mensafoundation.org/what-we-do/scholarships/scholarship-application/. Due Date: 1/15/2016, 11:59 p.m. CST
J. Ollie Edmunds Distinguished Scholarship-Stetson University-Full tuition, fees, books, on-campus housing and board for
four years. Seniors with a 3.5/4.0 GPA and have ACT of 30 or SAT-I of 1350 are eligible. Must apply for admission, complete
scholarship application, write essay, and provide two-four references, official transcript, and nomination form. Finalists will
attend all-expenses-paid interview weekend. For more information and applications go to www.stetson.edu/edmunds. Due
Date: 1/16/2016 (Two students may be nominated from FWBHS.)
C-Span's Student Cam 2016-150 student and 53 teacher prizes, totaling $100,000 in cash. Students in grades 9-12 are eligible
and may work individually or in groups of up to three. Must produce a five-seven minute video documentary using C-SPAN
programming focusing on the topic "Road to the White House: What's the issue YOU most want candidates to discuss during
the 2016 presidential campaign?" For more information and entry forms go to http://www.studentcam.org/. Due Date:
1/20/2016
Elks National Foundation Legacy Award-Up to 250 - $4,000 scholarships. Seniors who are children or grandchildren of dues-
paying Elks members are eligible. (Became Elks members on or before 4/01/2013 and paid dues through 3/31/2016.) Based
on Elks' core values of knowledge, charity, community, and integrity. Must complete application online and provide
transcript and ACT/SAT test scores. For more information and applications go to
http://www.elks.org/enf/Scholars/legacy.cfm. Due Date: Application period 9/01/2015 - 1/29/2016, 12:00 P.M. (NOON)
CST
I Have a Dream Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the fall of
2022 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are eligible. Must register and 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 and to
apply go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/i-have-a-dream-scholarship. Due Date: 1/31/2016
February
Auburn University Scholarships for Non-resident Students-$6,000-$16,000 per year, renewable for academic scholarships
based on ACT/SAT scores and GPA. Seniors accepted for admission must complete the scholarship application through
Auburn University Scholarship Opportunity Manager to receive consideration for Freshman, General, or Departmental
Scholarships. For more information go to www.auburn.edu/scholarship. Due Date: 2/10/2016
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution-Multiple Scholarships-(Includes 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), and self-addressed, stamped postcard. A separate application must be
submitted for each scholarship. For more information and applications go to http://www.dar.org/national-
society/scholarships/general-info. Due Date: Postmarked by 2/10/2016
10/09/2015
Fourteenth 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, University of Massachusetts Lowell,
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://waceinc.org/scholarship/index.html. Due Date: Most postmarked by 2/15/2016 (Check Scholarship Partners page
for deadline exceptions.) Early applications highly encouraged.
Florida Atlantic University Merit Scholarships-Amounts vary, most renewable for three more years. Seniors applying for
admission to FAU are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships. Awarded on a rolling basis early in admission
cycle. (Admission decisions made on rolling basis beginning 10/01/2015.) For more information go to
http://www.fau.edu/finaid/types-of-aid/scholarships.php. Due Date: Priority deadline 2/15/2016
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 through 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 http://www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm. Due Date: 2/20/2016
Create-A-Greeting Card Scholarship Contest-$10,000 scholarship; $1,000 to winner's school. Students ages 14 or older who
are legal residents are eligible. Must create a card and submit entry form and 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. For more information go to
http://www.gallerycollection.com/greetingcardscontests.htm. Due Date: 2/25/2016, 11:59:59 p.m. ET
Taylor Haugen Foundation Scholarship-$1,500 scholarships. Okaloosa, Walton, and Santa Rosa senior athletes with a 3.5/4.0
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. Applicant may be
contacted for interview. For more information and applications go to http://taylorhaugen.org/. Due Date: 2/26/2016
Sueno Yoshida Foundation 2016 Scholarship Awards Program-$1,000 scholarships. Seniors who have demonstrated
academic excellence in the fields of Art, Music, Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Sciences, Science, 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, and original artwork and entry form for the 2016 Jeffrey Scott Davey Aviation Art
Contest. For more information and applications go to www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 2/29/2016
Sweet and Simple Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the fall
of 2022 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are eligible. Must register and 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 and to apply go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/sweet-and-
simple-scholarship. Due Date: 2/29/2016
March
10/09/2015
Southern Scholarship Foundation-Renewable. Seniors who plan to attend 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 fair share of basic household expenses (about $950 a semester). 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 http://www.southernscholarship.org/. Due Date: Priority deadline for fall semester
3/01/2016
Florida Southern College Merit-Based Scholarships-Up to $15,500 per year. Seniors applying for admission to Florida
Southern are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships. For more information go to
http://www.flsouthern.edu/admissions.aspx and http://www.flsouthern.edu/admissions/financial-aid/scholarships.aspx.
Due Date: Priority deadline for admissions 12/01/2015; Regular decision 3/01/2016
Troy University Academic, Alumni, Leadership, and Auxiliary Scholarships-Amounts vary. Seniors applying for admission to
Troy who meet qualifications are eligible. For more information go to http://www.troy.edu/scholarships/. Due Date:
3/01/2016, Foundation Scholarships 3/31/2016
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 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/student-competition or www.okaloosaschools.com/fwb/scholarship. Due Date: 3/16/2016
Ayn Rand Anthem Essay Contest-1st-$2,000; Five 2nd-$500; Ten 3rd-$200; 45 Finalists-$50; 175 Semifinalists-$30. Eight
through tenth graders are eligible. 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#rules.
Due Date: Online or postmarked by 3/25/2016, 11:59 p.m. PST
Superpower Scholarship-$2,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the fall of
2022 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are eligible. Must register and 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 and to apply go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/superpower-scholarship. Due Date:
3/31/2016
April
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
http://americancollegefoundation.org/college_planning/visionary_scholarship_terms.aspx. Due Date: 4/01/2016
Army Aviation Center Federal Credit Union-Ten $1,000 scholarships. Seniors who are U. S. citizens and members of Army
Aviation Federal Credit Union are eligible. Must complete application and provide transcript with GPA, Honors/AP classes
and ACT/SAT scores noted; two letters of recommendation; and a copy of college acceptance letter from an accredited four-
year college. Awards based on scholastic achievement, character and leadership, and essay responses. For more information
and applications go to https://aacfcu.com/about-us/scholarship-program or to any AACFCU location. Due Date:
Postmarked by 4/18/2016
Ayn Rand Fountainhead Essay Contest-1st-$10,000; Five 2nd-$2,000; Ten 3rd-$1,000; 45 Finalists-$100; 175 Semifinalists-
$50. 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#rules. Due Date: Online or postmarked by 4/29/2016, 11:59 p.m. PST
10/09/2015
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising National Scholarship Competition-Seven first-place winners of each category
awarded full, one-year scholarships; three top finalists in each category awarded $5,000 scholarships. Seniors who plan to
attend FIDM are eligible. Based on creativity, thoughtfulness, presentation, and promise. For more information go to
www.fidm.edu/go/fidmscholarships. Due Date: 4/30/2016
All About Education Scholarship-$3,000. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the
fall of 2022 in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning are eligible. Must register and 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 and to apply go to https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/all-about-education-scholarship. Due
Date: 4/30/2016
May
The University of Alabama Birmingham Scholarships for Out-of-State Students-$7,500-$15,000, renewable. Seniors who
are U. S. citizens or permanent residents must submit admission applications and all required documentation to be
automatically considered for ACT/SAT and GPA based scholarships. For more information go to www.uab.edu/scholarships.
Due Date: 5/01/2016
Florida Association of School Resource Officers Scholarship-Four $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 http://www.fasro.net/awards.html. Due Date: 5/01/2016IAPMO (International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials) Scholarship Essay Contest-First Place-$1,000;
Second Place-$750; Third Place-$500. Seniors are eligible. Must write 800-1,000 word essay on “The International
Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) has been in existence since 1926. Of all The IAPMO Group’s core
competencies, which division do you feel is making the greatest impact and why?”
and provide schedule of classes to confirm eligibility. For more information go to
http://www.iapmo.org/pages/essaycontest.aspx. Due Date: 5/01/2016, 11:59 p.m. PT
Fifth Month Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the fall of
2022 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: 5/31/2016
June
Do-Over Scholarship-$1,500. Students ages 13 and older at time of application who will enroll no later than the fall of 2022
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: 6/30/2016
July
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 2022 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:
7/31/2016
Single Scholarship Sites-Due Dates Vary
10/09/2015
Walmart Associate Scholarship-$16,000 over six years. 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; 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 https://walmart.scholarsapply.org/associate/. Due Date: Depends on eligibility
date of employment
University of Mobile $2,000 Visit Day Scholarship-$2,000 scholarships. Seniors interested in attending University of Mobile
must attend UMobile Visit Day and enroll. For more information and sign up for a Visit Day go to www.mobile.edu/visit. Due
Date: Visit Days 9/18/2015, 10/16/2015 (overnight), 12/04/2015, 1/29/2016, 3/18/2016 (overnight)
Multiple Scholarship Sites-Due Dates Vary
Multiple Scholarships-For scholarship opportunities go to www.fastweb.com, www.scholarships.com, www.gocollege.com,
www.schoolsoup.com, www.finaid.org/scholarship, https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/grants-scholarships,
www.cksf.org, www.scholarshipexperts.com, http://www.scholarshipdetective.com, www.chegg.com,
http://scholarshipguidance.com/, http://www.collegexpress.com/, www.cappex.com, and
http://www.studentscholarships.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/plan-for-
college/ for information and to register for free scholarship search.
FloridaNEXT.com Multiple Scholarships-Go to www.FloridaNEXT.com and find the articles "Degrees of Cost" on page 29,
"There's Money Out There" on pages 32, 34, 36-38, and "Bright Futures Scholarships" on page 39.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.
NAACP Scholarship Opportunities-For more details go to http://www.naacp.org/page/s/scholarship2?source=frontpage.
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 www.usfirst.org/scholarships.
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
http://www.thurgoodmarshallfund.net/.
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.
NASA-For current contests and opportunities go to http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/current-opps-index.html.
10/09/2015