SCHOLARSHIP INFO

SCHOLARSHIPS

WELCOME CLASS OF 2011 AND BEYOND!!!!

FYI: CHS SCHOOL CODE NUMBER IS 342-892!!!!

FAFSA INFORMATION!!! FAFSAs WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE BY PAPER COPY AT CHS. STUDENTS WILL BE ABLE TO OBTAIN A PAPER FAFSA BY CALLING THE FEDERAL STUDENT AID INFORMATION TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-4-FED-AID. ALL STUDENTS CAN COMPLETE THE FAFSA ONLINE OR DOWNLOAD AT WWW.FEDERALSTUDENTAID.ED.GOV

Planning on attending Carteret Community College? Visit http://www.carteret.edu and discover all the wonderful scholarship opportunities available! Once logged on, click on “financial aid”. Another interesting fact.... State Employees Credit Union offers $2500 to students attending CCC if selected. See someone in the financial aid office to apply for this scholarship!

Interested in business? Want to explore careers and free enterprise? Design you own business at the Free Enterprise Leadership Challenge at Wingate University June 20-24 or June 27-July 1. Find out more about this fabulous opportunity to be held this summer!!! Visit www.jessehelmscenter.org , click on Programs and FELC. Apply today! (Must be a rising sophomore, junior or senior)

BE A N.C. PAGE! If you are ages 15-18 apply for an opportunity to spend a week in Raleigh learning about state government as a NC Governor's Page! For information and application, visit www.volunteernc.org/code/govpage.htm

Interested in the Naval Academy? Juniors who have potential to be a good Naval Officer should attend the naval Academy Summer Seminar Program. Apply online at www.usna.edu, click admissions/summer seminar.

The Shelton Challenge: A one week summer adventure for rising 9-12 graders! Based on honesty, integrity, compassion, diversity, and social responsibility, you could be a part of this program that encourages leadership, team building, public speaking, goal setting, and MORE! For an application, visit www.ncsu.edu/sheltonleadership

NC REACH: New program for NC Adoptees and Former Foster Youth! Financial assistance is available to pay for college and other services may be provided such as mentoring, care packages, and internships. Eligible students are those who have completed secondary education and who were adopted from NC foster care.....on or after age 12 to age 18. More information and resources can be found at www.ncreach.org.

DUE:
TEACHING FELLOW APPLICATIONS: Applications are due to Ms. Stewart October 15, 2010 by the end of the day!!
Visit www.teachingfellows.org for an application.
IMPORTANT: The deadline for SAT and ACT scores to be received in the state office is 5:00 p.m. on November 22, 2010. They will not accept SAT or ACT scores after the deadline. According to published score reporting data, it is unlikely that scores from the October 10, 2010, SAT test or the September 11, 2010, ACT Plus Writing tests will arrive prior to the November 22, 2010, score acceptance deadline, UNLESS scores are printed from the College Board website and are initialed by the liaison counselor and received in the Teaching Fellows office by 5:00 p.m. on November 22, 2010.

September 3, 2010: Miss Eastern Carolina and Eastern Carolina's Outstanding Teen Pageant - Held 6:00 pm at the Ayden Arts and Recreation Center in downtown Ayden. For an entry form and more information, contact Director Crystal Newby at 252-902-6040 or director@easterncarolinapageants.com Date of contest Sept. 25th. Pageant is a preliminary for Miss NC and Miss America. Contestants compete in personal interview, talent, evening wear, physical fitness and an onstage interview.

September 7, 2010: Morehead-Cain Scholarship at UNC-Ch - Interested in a "free ride" to UNC? Apply for this outstanding opportunity! To be endorsed as CHS's candidate, see Ms. Stewart for application. After the 7th, the nominating committee will meet and decide who the school will endorse. If you are not interested in being considered as the school's nominee, but you are interested in applying for the scholarship, visit UNC's website for the application process.

September 17, 2010: Park Scholar at NCSU - If you are interested in the Park Scholarship at NCSU, submit a resume by Sept. 17th to Ms. Stewart. A nominating committee will meet to consider the school's nominee; however, if you are still interested check out State's website about self nominations.

October 3, 2010: Wendy's Heisman Award - Seniors for 2010 - 2011 who are student athletes should apply. You must have a "B" average, work hard, are dedicated, and have become role models to your school's underclassmen! Seniors of the 2011 graduating class should go online, log in, and follow the instructions to begin. If you have any questions, please go to www.wendyshighschoolheisman.com/ or call 800-205-6367.

November 1, 2010: Prudential Spirit of Community Awards - Celebrate the spirit of volunteerism!! If you take part in community service activities you are encouraged to apply for this honor. Applications must be completed and turned in to Ms. Stewart by Nov. 1. Go online at http://spirit.prudential.com or www.principals.org/spirit , complete the application, submit to Ms. Stewart and become eligible for the school nominee. Winners receive $1000 or more, an engraved medallion, and a trip to Washington, DC.

November 1, 2010: Thomas Wolfe Scholarship at UNCCh - Do you like to write? This scholarship provides full undergraduate support for student writers! For more information and application, visit http://english.unc.edu/creative/tws

January 10, 2011: Gates Millennium Scholars Program - Students eligible to be considered must: be African America, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American. GPA 3.3 unweighted or have GED, demonstrated leadership abilities through community service or extracurricular activities, and meet the Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria. Apply online at www.gmsp.org

February 1, 2011: United States Institute of Peace - $10,000!! Applicants must be in grades 9 - 12, US citizens, and must apply at http://www.usip.org/national-peace-essay-contest/2010-2011-contest

April 5, 2011: Coastal Carolina Chapter, Military Officers Association of America and CenturyLink Scholarships: Obtain applications online at http://ccmoaa.org
Submit scholarship by April 5th to: Chairman, Scholarship Committee, Coastal Carolina Chapter, Military Officers Association of America, PO Box 373, Havelock, NC 28532

Sept 14 - May 14: SunTrust Scholarship Sweepstakes - Free to enter and winner chosen every two weeks...high school seniors eligible to win $1000!!! All seniors should try their luck! Details at www.offtocollege.info or www.suntrusteducation.com .

Johnson and Wales University - offers scholarships up to FULL TUITION! Check out the information at www.jwu.edu/nso and/or apply online at www.jwu.edu. When you apply to J&W, you are also applying for the NSO (National Student Organization) scholarship program. Included in NSO are FBLA, DECA, Skills USA, FCCLA, FFA, etc. Check it out!!!

Another Drawing Opportunity! Discover Colleges provides information for FREE on private colleges. Log on and explore while becoming eligible for a $2,500 scholarship drawing!!! Enter: www.discovercolleges.com .

MORE OPPORTUNITIES AND INFORMATION: nextSTEP - win free college tuition up to $10,000!!! Enter at www.nextSTEPmag.com

FOR MINORITIES:
Hispanic College Fund - 3.0 GPA and US Citizen; www.hispanicfund.org/scholarships
Jackie Robinson Foundation - winners are awarded $7,500, opportunities for mentors/tutors, placement in summer internships and possible employment.
Check it out at www.jackierobinson.org/about
Ron Brown Scholar Program - Created to give African American youth scholarships, leadership experience and service opportunities. www.ronbrown.org/home

CAREER PREP
www.netmentors.org
www.readyminds.com
http://www.braintrack.com/colleges-by-career

COLLEGE ADVICE
www.braintrack.com
www.essayedge.com
www.latinocollegeexpo.org
www.nacacnet.org
www.nextSTEPmag.com
www.petersons.com
www.zinch.com

SAT and ACT PREP
www.supercollege.com
www.number2.com
www.m-w.com
www.collegeboard.com
www.act.org
www.soyouwanna.com
www.actexampracticetests.com

SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES!! Check out www.explo.org.... scholarships are available through this site to attend. A student from the county has been several years on scholarship....FREE...and visited numerous colleges like Yale and Princeton along with taking interesting classes and attending Broadway Shows in New York City!!!

Health and Nursing Programs: NC has a number of scholarships and scholarship-loan programs available to encourage students to enter health professions. Check the following websites on CFNC.org for more information: www.CFNC.org/NESLP, www.CFNC.org/NSP, www.CFNC.org/HSM, www.CFNC.org/BGCSL, www.CFNC.org/BGMSL, www.CFNC.org/NET, www.CFNC.org/MNSP, and www.CFNC.org/optometry

Teaching Programs in NC: Several opportunities for financial assistance if entering a teaching career are available. Check the following sites on CFNC: www.CFNC.org/MTSL, www.CFNC.org/PTSL, www.CFNC.org/FTNC, www.CFNC.org/PEC, and www.CFNC.org/TASE

THE SUNSHINE LADY FOUNDATION! MERIT AND NEED BASED SCHOLARSHIPS - TO GET AN APPLICATION, CALL 252-393-7146 OR EMAIL slfscholarships@usa.net . YOU MUST LEAVE YOUR FULL NAME, MAILING ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER!!! USUALLY OBTAIN BEFORE THE END OF MAY.

Looking for an exciting summer activity? Try NC Outward Bound where they teach self-reliance, environmental stewardship, physical fitness, craftsmanship, and compassion. Explore the Blue Ridge Mountains backpacking and rock climbing....whitewater canoeing and backpack in the Appalachian Mountains....try sea kayaking on the Outer Banks... and more! For information visit www.ncoutwardbound.org or phone 1-800-878-5258.

NC State University: Interested in mathematics, science and engineering technology careers? Visit: http://www.science-house.org

Visit: http://ScholarshipTree.com
Information on scholarships for Music, Drama, Art, Computers, Writing, Journalism, Dance, and Public Speaking.

MORE ON NURSING!!! APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS WITH CARTERET GENERAL HOSPITAL. ADN 2 year program up to $3000 a year and BSN 4 year program up to $5000 a year. Apply online: http://www.ccgh.org or pick you an application at the Human Resources Office.

MUCH MORE ON NURSING! Applications for loan funds to assist with students pursuing a career in nursing or other health careers are now available. Come by the counseling center or log on to http://www.cfnc.org for more information.

AFROTC: apply online to www.afrotc.com - Scholarships available!!! OTHER WEBSITES:
Air National Guard        http://www.goang.com
Educational Funding       http://www.efsi.net
US Army                      http://www.goarmy.com
US Navy                      http://www.navy.com
Colleges and Careers    http://www.careersandcolleges.com

Barbizon Schools of Modeling, Personal Development, and Related Creative Arts: free four year college tuition up to $100,000....call toll free 1-888-999-9404 or visit online at www.barbizonlectures.com

CONGRESS BUNDESTAG YOUTH EXCHANGE PROGRAM: Full scholarship pays for exchange between the United States and Germany. Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors are eligible to apply if they have maintained a GPA of 3.0 and are between the ages of 15-18 1/2. Program includes a month long language and cultural immersion camp. Contact CIEE: toll free at 1-800-448-9944 or send e-mail to cb@councilexchanges.org

The Shelton Challenge is a one-week summer experience for high school students. Based on honesty, integrity, compassion, diversity, and social responsibility, participants participate in team-building activities to strengthen leadership skills. To obtain an application or to view more information, visit www.ncsu.edu/sheltonleadership .

Broyhill Leadership Conference, for rising 10th -12th graders, teaches goal setting, leadership, communication, self-concept, and cooperation. Students interested should visit www.broyhill-leadership.org for information and application. Sign up today!!!