Scholarship

State Farm Scholar Athlete	$1,000 scholarship opportunity for students actively involved in athletic competitions and sporting practices, have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, be in the 12th grade, and display leadership and good citizenship on and off the field/court. To be nominated for this opportunity submit a request to cecilia.newburn@springbranhisd.com	On going until April 2009
Horatio Alger Texas Scholarship Program	Financial assistance to students who have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity and who aspire to aspire to pursue higher education. Must be involved in extra curricular and community activities and be a citizen or permanent resident of the US. To apply visit https://www.horatioalger.com/scholarships/	October 30, 2008
Society of Exploration Geophysicists Scholarship Program	SEG scholarship program is open to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing careers in applied geophysical and other closely related fields. Qualified students will have an interest in and strong aptitude for physics, math, and geology. Interested students may apply online at http://foundation.seg.org . Questions may be directed to schlarships@seg.org Applications must be supported by transcripts, 2 letters of recommendation from appropriate faculty members and an original essay .	February 20, 2009
Council for America's First Freedom	National essay contest offers students 9-12 opportunity to compete for $3000, $1,500 and $750 award as you examine the First Amendment and the history and relevance of religious freedom in America and the world today. Online registration is required. For more details please visit competition@.firstfreedom.org	November 24, 2008
Texas Scholarships A&M Regents	Designed to assist first generation students in achieving their educational goals at A&M. First generation students whose total family income (parents & student's) is less than $40,000 per year based upon the calendar year prior to the year you enroll at A&M are eligible. Must apply through the Texas Common Application. For more info. go to https://scholarships.tamu.edu/display.asp?mainkey=367&pop=2&disp=2
Questbridge National College Match Program	Looking for outstanding students who have overcome economic challenges. Matches students with early admission and full four-year scholarships top-ranked schools. Covers tuition, room and board, worth up to $180,000. Loan free. Good for all 4 years of college. Submit application online www.questbridg.org	September 30 , 2008
Merit Aid Scholarships	Dedicated to helping students discover merit aid scholarships BEFORE they apply to colleges. Matches students with merit aid opportunities at colleges based on interests and accomplishments. www.MeritAid.com	Ongoing -Based on college you wish to attend
Texas A&M Scholarships	College and Departmental, Corps of Cadets , Honors Programs Academic, Incoming Freshman and Financial Aid .There are many scholarships for anyone applying to Texas A&M. The ApplyTexas application serves as both for scholarships and admission if you meet the December deadline.	December 1, 2008
Ron Brown Scholar Program	Awarded to academically talented, highly motivated, African American student who is currently a senior and plans to pursue undergraduate degrees full time. Two deadlines- November 1st will guarantee consideration for the Ron Brown Scholarship program and have information forwarded to additional scholarship providers. January 9th deadline will be considered for Ron Brown Scholar Program ONLY.	November 1 2008 and January 9, 2009
John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest	High School students who would like to write an essay on the political courage of a U.S. elected official.	January 10, 2009
AES Engineers Scholarship	Interested in an engineering career? Check out this web site for a $500 scholarship. www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm	September 21, 2008
AXA Achievement	High school seniors who demonstrate ambition and drive, determination to set and reach goals, respect for self and community and ability to succeed in college. Fifty-two $10,000 state winners and ten $15,000 national winners. www.axa.achievement.com to learn more and download application.	September 01, 2009
SMU- Hunt leadership scholars	Seniors who are applying to SMU who excel academically and in leadership. Rank in the top 25% of class: composite ACT of 28 or SAT critical reading/math of 1230: strong AP courses: submission of Hunt Essay: completed 1st year application for admission to SMU; teacher/counselor recommendation and demonstrated extraordinary leadership. Information sheets in college room B114. Go to www.smu.edu/hunt for more details.	January 15, 2009
SAE 2008 Engineering Scholarships	High School seniors who are interested in the study of engineering and related sciences. Multiple scholarships at this site. Applications and information available at http://sae.org/students/engschlr.htm. Must be a US citizen.	December 01, 2008
Burger King Scholars	$1,000 scholarships to be used for educational expenses. Must be a high school senior US citizen, maintain 2.5 average, work part-time of 15 hours per week, actively involved in community activities ,and demonstrate financial need. To obtain more information about eligibility requirements visit web site www.bk.com/scholars	February 2, 2009