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Scholarship search website-Scholar box click here February 10-National Peace Essay Contest-Grades 9-12 write an essay on the topic listed on the website. Each state will have one $1,000 winner. National winners will receive up to $10,000. Visit online here Feb. 13-SAT TEST-deadline to avoid $28 late fee for the March 14 test. Recommended for Juniors and Seniors sign up online here Cost is $52.50 Check your school of choice to see if they require the SAT. February 15-Jackie Robinson Foundation's Scholarship Program-Seniors Scholarships up to $7500 available. Minority seniors who show leadership potential and demonstrate financial need may apply. Apply online here February 18-Bezox Scholars Summer Program-Juniors-A week in July, in Aspen, Co. All-expense-paid. Scholarship to participate in seven power-packed days of special events and round-table discussions with international leader, acclaimed thinkers, policy makers and artists who attend the Aspen Ideas Festival. Apply online here February 20-Vegetarian Resource Group-Seniors-Applicants will be judged on having shown compassion, courage, and a strong commitment in promoting a peaceful world through a vegetarian diet/lifestyle. Must submit an essay on how you have promoted vegetarianism in your school. Two $5,000 scholarships. Apply online here February 22-28-One Amendment for All-students 13 years and older-Post a photo or work of art depicting one of the five freedoms of the First Amendment. 25 $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. Online here February 23-CTE Scholarship and Tuition Awards-Seniors seeking an associate’s degree or to be school teachers in CTE areas. Scholarships available for one year of college or ATC tuition. Online here February 28-Buick Achievers-Seniors-Who plan on majoring in an engineering, technology, design or business with an interest in the automotive industry. Tell your story about overcoming an obstacle, steps you have taken, and how you have bettered yourself and your community. Have Financial need. 50 scholarships up to $25,000. Apply online here March 1-The Spirit of Anne Frank Scholarship-Grades 9-12 Must be postmarked by March 1. Recommended for applicants to have read The Diary of a Young Girl. Personal essay, two letters or recommendation. Award range $1,000-$10,000 Apply online here March 1 U of U Access Program Senior Girls Interested in science or mathematics, attend 7 week summer course designed to introduce students to the university level of science and mathematics. Comes with a $3500 award that doesn't conflict with other merit scholarships. Apply online here March 1-Snow College Student Ambassadors-Seniors- admitted to Snow College. Three easy steps to apply for Leadership Scholarship. 1- Officially be admitted to Snow 2- Complete the applications and prepare a resume. Submit to Snow College. 3 - Call and schedule an interview appointment. Each ambassador receives up to a 2-year scholarship plus leadership training. March 1-LDS Business College Scholarship Deadline- Seniors-Apply online here Open enrollment, $35 fee. March 1-Salt Lake Community College Scholarship Deadline-Seniors-Apply online here Open enrollment, $40 application fee. March 1-Westminster College Scholarship Deadline-Seniors Priority deadline/Exemplary Achievement Award deadline February 15. Rolling enrollment, $50 application fee. Apply online here March 1-NSPE Scholarship-Seniors- to Promote Diversity in Engineering is awarded annually to a high school senior from an ethnic minority who has been accepted into an ABET-accredited engineering program at a four-year college or university. The scholarship is awarded in two disbursements of $2,500 each at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters of the freshman year. Apply online here ACT- Test Sign up by 3/13/2015 to avoid $24 late fee-Juniors-Required test for college admission and some scholarships. Test will be given April 18, 2015. Online here Cost is $38 for ACT without writing portion and $54.50 with writing (no colleges in Utah require the writing portion) March 3-SUU’s Governor’s Honor Academy-Juniors-who are leaders and scholars are invited to attend a ten-day program from June 2o- June 28, 2014 at Southern Utah University. Subjects range from science to Shakespeare. Online here March 6-Uof U 2014 Bioscience High School Summer Research Program-Juniors and Seniors-who are interested in Biology Research. From June 10 to Aug. 2 receive a two week intensive laboratory course then spend six weeks working with a research biologist at the University. A small stipend of $500 is provided. Online here March 14-(USPE ) Joe Rhoads Scholarship-Seniors-who plan to major in engineering at an accredited program in Utah, who got at least 30 in math, and a 26 in English on the ACT. $1,000 award. March 14-Utah State Math and Statistics Scholarships- Seniors-who will be attending Utah State University and majoring in Mathematics and Statistics can apply to three scholarships with one application. Cash award up to $1200 per year can be received in addition to any other scholarship or tuition waiver. March 19-YouthLINC Seniors-from Utah who excel at helping others, giving back to his or her community. $1,000-$5,000 Apply online here March 21-201 Financial Literacy Scholarships-UHEAA Jumpstart-Seniors For students who are currently in or have already taken the Financial Lit. class. Budget story problem with essay. Application available online here March 24-Jiffy Lube-"Teen Driver” Scholarship-high school students 16-18 years old write a 500 word essay on ‘What Drives You Now’ - $1,500-$5,000 Rules and application online here March 31-NFB National Federation for the Blind-Seniors Students who are blind or visually impaired. Apply online here $3,000-$13,000 State scholarships also available $500 - $1,000 March 31-Law Enforcement Exploring Scholarships-Seniors seeking a career in criminal law or law enforcement. There are at least 4 different types of scholarships offered ranging from $500 - $1000. Apply online here |
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For more information about Financial Aid for College click here. Preparation Scholarships and state aid can help cover the cost of college or career school, but you may find yourself in need of federal assistance.
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Types of Federal Student Aid As the largest provider of financial aid, the U.S. Department of Education’s office of Federal Student Aid provides grants, loans, and work-study funds.
Your award letter explains the combination of federal grants, loans, and work-study a college is offering you. The offer might also contain state and institutional aid. If you receive award letters from multiple colleges or career schools, you should compare them and decide which school works best for you. College Every year, millions of new students attend college or career school for the first time. Your college or career school has a financial aid office to help guide you along the way. Beyond Education Workforce: When you take the time to plan for your education and let Federal Student Aid help you along the way, you’ll be setting the foundation for a bright future and success in the workforce. Repayment: Once you leave school, you will need to repay your student loans. Contact your loan servicer to discuss your repayment options. Federal Student Aid An Office of the U.S. Department of Education Proud Sponsor of the American Mind™ StudentAid.gov |