1.Texas Music Educators Association

Eligibility Requirements

For students who are interested in becoming a teacher with a commitment to music education.

Award Amount

$2,000-$12,000

Application or Contact Information:

WEBSITE: HTTP:/www. Tmea.org/programs/scholarships

Mail all supplemental materials to:

Texas Music Educators AssociationAttn: Kay VanlandinghamP.O. Box 140465Austin, TX 78714-0465 (mailing)7900 Cenre Park Dr. Austin, TX 78754 (physical)

DUE DATE NOVEMBER 16, 2015

2.

“Education Matters” $5k Scholarship

Eligibility Requirements

Be thirteen (13) years of age or older at the time of application Be legal residents of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia Must submit proof of enrollment in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher

education by December 31, 2020 Complete an online scholarship search profile at ScholarshipExperts.com Submit an online short written response (250 words or less) for the question:

“What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn’t matter, or that college is a waste of time and money?”

Award Amount: $5,000

Application and to apply online:

http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships/education-matters-scholarship

DUE DATE: 11/30/2015

3.

The Haraldson Foundation

Eligibility Requirements:

Haraldson Foundation need-based scholarships are awarded to University of Texas-bound high school seniors who have high SAT or ACT scores, are graduating the top 10% of their graduation class, and who demonstrate leadership in extra-curricular activities, community service, and moral character.

Three letters of recommendation with at least one from a Math or English teacher

Official high school transcript One page essay on chosen career and goals; include activities which show

leadership potential and ability to reach goals Approximately 500 word essay

Award Amount: $33,000 (over 4 years)

Application and to apply online: www.haraldsonfoundation.org

Contact the Haraldson Foundation Office25025 1-45 North , Suite 410 The Woodlands, Texas 77380(281) 362-9909Ore-mail the Foundation Administrator, Nancy Dosseyndossey@haraldsonfoundation.org

DEADLINE: 12/1/2015

4.Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship

Eligibility Requirements:

Students must be nominated by a high school counselor or Principal Have a grade point average of 2.8 or higher Full-time high school senior

Official Transcript ACT scores A complete list of required documents will be provided upon student receiving a

nomination from the Principal or Counselor

Award Amount: $1000

Application and to apply online: http://programs.applyists.com/Comcast/

DEADLINE: 12/3/2015

5.AIA (Aerospace Industries Association) /National Association of Rocketry Team American Rocketry Challenge

Eligibility Requirements:

A national model rocket competition for U.S. high school and middle school students. Participation is limited to the first 1000 teams who register by Dec. 4, 2015 This year’s challenge is to design, build and fly a one-stage model rocket that reaches an

altitude of 825 feet, stays aloft for 4 seconds, and returns 2 raw eggs unbroken. The egg must be placed in the rocket perpendicular to the direction of flight

Award Amount: $60,000

For more info visit: http://www.rocketcontest.org/

Deadline 12/4/2015

6.

Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Competition\

Eligibility Requirements:

Any high school senior who is a citizen of the United States is eligible to apply Applicants need not be related to a member of the Elks. Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are signed;

resident alien status does not qualify. Male and female students compete separately

Award Amount: $1.000-$15,000/yr

More information and an application,, refer to website:

http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.cfm

DEADLINE 12/4/2015

7.

Letters About Literature

Eligibility Requirements:

To enter, readers write a personal letter to an author, living or dead, from any genre-fiction, nonfiction, or poetry, contemporary or classic-explaining how that author’s work changed the student’s way of thinking about the world or themselves

Award Amount: $200-$1000

For more information: www.read.gov/letters

Mailing address;P.O. Box 5308Woodbridge VA 22194

programdirector@lettersaboutligterature.org

DEADLINE: 12/4/2015

8.

Doodle 4 Google

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be 18 or younger Must be a citizen of the U.S. Must be enrolled in a private or public elementary or secondary school in the United

States Participants must create a doodle using the Google logo

Award Amount: Up to $30,000

Application or contact information:

http://www.google.com/doodle4google/ for more info.

DEADLINE: 12/7/2015

9.

Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship

Eligibility Requirements:

Be a graduating high school senior who will be attending a four-year bachelor’s degree program in the fall of 2016

Have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on a 4-point scale (or equivalent)

Demonstrate financial need Provide most current documentation of an identified learning disability Please note: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder alone is not considered to be a

learning disability; eligible candidates with AD/HD must also provide documentation of a specific learning disability.

Be a United States citizen

Award Amount $2500

Application or contact information:

http://www/ncld.org/scholarships-and-awards/

National Center for Learning Disabilitiesc/o Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship32 Laight St., 2nd FloorNew York, NY 10013

10.

Anne Ford Scholarship

Eligibility Requirements:

Be a graduating high school senior who will be attending a four-year bachelor’s degree program in the fall of 2016

Have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on a 4-point scale (or equivalent)

Demonstrate financial need Provide most current documentation of an identified learning disability Please note: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder alone is not considered to be a

learning disability; eligible candidates with AD/HD must also provide documentation of a specific learning disability.

Be a United States citizen

Award Amount: $10,000

Application or contact information:

http://www.ncld.org/scholarships-and-awards/

National Center for Learning Disabilitiesc/o Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship32 Laight St., 2nd FloorNew York, NY 10013

Deadline 12/15/2015

11.AXA Achievement Scholarships

Eligibility Requirements:

Ambition and drive, determination to set and reach goals, respect for self, family and community, ability to succeed in college.

Visit website for more details: https://us.axa.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievement-scholarship.html

Deadline 12/15/2015

12.

Burger King Scholars Program

Eligibility Requirements:

Maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher on a 4.o scale or the equivalent

Work part-time an average of 15 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (unless individual circumstances prevent the student’s involvement)

Demonstrate participation in community service and/or co0curricular activities Demonstrate financial need Plan to enroll in an accredited two/or four-year college, university, or

vocational/technical school by Fall of the application year Please note that students DO NOT have to be employed at Burge King restaurant to be

eligible for a scholarship. However, Burger King employees may be eligible.

Application or contact information:

Apply online at: http://www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/WhatWeDo/ScholarsProgram

Fax your complete application with all supporting documents to:

Burger King Scholars program c/o ISTS

Fax (615) 627-9685 or mail

Burger King Scholars

Scholarship Management Services

One Scholarship Way

St. Peter, MN 56082

For additional information regarding the scholarship program

Contact the Burger King Scholars portal administrator at 1-507-1682

DEADLINE 12/15/2015

13.

NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award Scholarship

Type a 1,000 word essay describing their entrepreneurial experience and their involvement with small business.

Student must enter their freshman year at an accredited two-or-four year university, college or vocational/technical institute during the fall 2016

Application or contact information:

http://www.nfib.com/foundations/yef/yef-programs/young-entrepreneur-awards/

Award $1500

DEADLINE 12/31/2015

14.

“Top Ten List” Scholarship

Eligibility Requirement:

Be thirteen (13) years of age or older at the time of application Be legal residents of the fifty (50) United States or the district of Columbia Be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than the fall of 2021) in an

accredited post-secondary institution of higher education Submit an online short written response (250 words or less) for the

scholarship topic: Create a Top Ten List of the top ten reasons you should get this scholarship

Application or contact information:

Apply online at:

http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx 

15.Military Order of the Purple Heart Scholarship

Eligibility requirements

For child or grandchild (natural or adopted) of a MOPH member in good standing or a Purple Heart recipient.

U.S. Citizen GPA – 2.75 minimum Essay Recommendation letters

Award amount: $3,000

Application or contact information:

http://www.purpleheart.org/Scholarships/Default.aspx

Scholarship CommitteeMOPH National Headquarters5413-B Backlick RdSpringfield, VA 22151-390703/642-5360scholarship@purpleheart.org

16.

Rebekah Assembly of Texas

Eligibility Requirements:

A Texas resident attending any accredited two-or four-year college/university. Scholarship awarded based on academic ability, community service

Application or contact information:

Irma Gesche Scholarship Committee c/o Rebekah Assembly of Texas16400 KC Road 4060Scurry, Texas 75158

Deadline: 12/31/2015

17.

School Band and Orchestra Magazine Essay Contest

Eligibility Requirements:

Essay of 250 words or less Essay topic. “Learning Music Is More Than A Class At School It Also…”

Application or contact information:

Submit entry online at: www.sbomagazine.com

Or submit to:

Student ScholarshipsSCHOOL BAND & ORCHESTRA6000 South Eastern Ave, Suite 14-JLas Vegas, NV 89119

Deadline 12/31/2015

18.

William C. Doherty and John T. Donelon Scholarship Fund

Son, daughter, or legally adopted child of an active, retired or deceased letter carrier NALC member who is or was a member in good standing for at least one year prior to student making application. Stepchildren are eligible if they live with the letter carrier in a regular parent-child relationship.

Must submit SAT/ACT scores and application package

Award Amount: 5-$4,000 (renewable), 1-$1,000 (renewable)

Application or Contact Information:

Wm. C. Doherty Scholarships CommitteeNational Association of Letter Carriers100 Indiana Avenue, NWWashington, DC 20001-2144

http://www.nalc.org/member-benefits/benefits-for-members/scholarships

19.

John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest

Eligibility Requirements

The contest is open to United States high school students in grades nine through twelve attending public, private, parochial, or home school.

Essays can be no more than 1,000 words. Citations and bibliography are not included in the word count.

Essays must be the original work of the student John F. Kennedy, Robert Kennedy, and Edward M. Kennedy are not eligible subjects for

essays Essays must describe how an elected official demonstrated political courage by

addressing an issue at the local, state, or national level.

Application or contact information:

For more information and to submit essay, visit website:

http://www.jfklibrary.org/Education/Profile-in-Courage-Essay-Contest.aspx

Award Amount: $500-$5000

Deadline: 1/6/2016

20.

Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund

Be of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity as defined by the U.S. Census. Be a citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of the United States. Citizens of the

Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of Palau are also eligible to apply.

Be enrolling in a U.S. accredited college or university as a full-time, degree seeking, fst-year student n the fall of 2016.

Have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale 9unweighted) or the GED equivalent.

Have completed all required forms (Student and Recommendation0 by the deadline. Must apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid

(FAFSA).

Award Amount: $2,500-$15,000

Application or contact information:

Apply online at: http://www.apiasf.org/scholarship_apiasf.html

DEADLINE: 1/8/2016

21.

Chair Scholars Foundation, Inc.

Students must be physically challenged and may be “chair-confined”. The physical challenge must be significant. No minor disability will be considered.

Must have verifiable unmet financial need. Must have at least a B average Must be a high school senior or college freshman Must show some form of significant community service or social contribution in the past. Essay (300-500) words outlining how you became physically challenged and how I has

affected you and your future goals).

Award Amount: up to $8,000 (for each college year of study-max $32,000)

Application or contact information:

http://chairscholars.org/index.php/apply-for-a-scholarship/national-program

Website: www.chairscholars.org

Deadline: Contact Edinboro University or the University of Tampa

22.

Tee Juice contest

Eligibility Requirements:

The TeeJuice.com contest is open and available to individuals who upload pictures and photos online of artwork that has used Tee Juice markers.

The contest is open to legal residents of the United States, its territories, and Canada. The contest is open to all ages.

Entry and posting for children aged 13-18 must be managed by the child’s parents or legal guardians.

Award Amount: Art supplies valued at $100

Application or contact information:

http://teejuicee.com/rules.php

Uploading: To enter the TeeJuice.com contest, users must upload images of their artwork using the upload form on www.TeeJuice.com

23.

The DO Something Award

Eligibility Requirement:

Must be 25 ears or younger Must be a citizen of the U.S. or Canada No essay required, must enter a campaign at www.dosomethng.org

Award Amount: Up to $100,000

Application or contact information:

Visit: www.dosomething.org for more information

Deadline: Rolling Basis

24.

Ron Brown Scholarship Program

African-American high school seniors who will make significant contributions to society. Applicants must excel academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate

in community service activities and demonstrate financial need. Applicants must be a US citizen or hold a permanent resident visa card

Application or contact information:

Application available on website: www.ronbrown.org

For further information, please contact:

Ron Brown Scholar Program1160 Pepsi Place, Suite 206Charlottesville, VA 22901Phone: 434-964-1588Fax: 434-964-1589

Award Amount: $40,000

Deadline: 1/09/2016

25.

Annual National Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship Award

Eligibility Requirements:

High School seniors who are US citizens planning career in government (local, state, or federal service

Students must submit essay not exceeding 300 words, typed and doubled spaced, telling why they want to enter government service including any inspiration to be derived from the leadership of George Washington in his famous crossing of the Delaware

Recommendations and SAT/ACT scores required

Award Amount: $500-$5,000

Application or contact information:

Visit website for an application and more details: www.gwcf.org

Washington Crossing FoundationP. O. Box 503Levittown, PA 19058-0503215-949-8841

Deadline: 1/15/2016

26.

Dell Scholars Program Scholarships

Eligibility Requirements:

Participate in a Michael & Susan Dell Foundation approved college readiness program in grades 11 and 12.

Graduating from an accredited high school this academic year Must have a GPA of 2.4 or higher Demonstrate a financial need for assistance Eligible to receive federal student aid. Planning to enroll full-time in a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited higher

education institution in the fall directly after your graduation from high school.

Application or contact information:

http://www.dellscholars.org/Email at apply@dellscholars.org or by phone at 1-800-294-2039

Award Amount: $20,000

Deadline: 1/15/2016

27.

Give-A-Penny Donation Scholarship

Eligibility Requirements:

Student must be a senior high school or future/current undergraduate college student. Student must plan to attend or be enrolled in an accredited college, university, or

technical schoolboy fall semester. Student must be a US citizen or legal resident Student must have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 or better Student must have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 or better Be able to explain in 250 words or less why you believe that you should be awarded this

scholarship

Application or contact information:

Mail completed application to:

Give A Penny DonationP. Bo Box 180223Arlington, TX 76096 Or complete online at: www.giveapennydonation.com/scholarship-application.html

Award Amount: $400

Deadline: 1/15/2016

28.

Mensa Foundation Scholarship

Eligibility Requirements:

Essay 550 words

Award Amount: $500-$1000

Application or contact information:

www.mensafondation.org

Deadline: 1/15/201629.

Bank of America Student Leaders

Eligibility Requirements: Currently be a junior or senior in high school

Be able to participate in an 8-week paid internship at a local nonprofit/charitable organization and work 35 hours a week.

Be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship through the end of September 2016

Be able to participate in a week-long Student Leadership Summit in Washington, DC. (All expenses paid as part of the Student Leaders Program. This week will be part of the 8 week experience.)

Be a student in good standing at your school Obtain a letter of recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor, or school

administrator

Award Amount: Paid Internship

Application or contact information:

Http://about.bankofamerica.com/en-us/global-impact/student-leaders.html#fbid=HrYR1nOlWxQ

Deadline: 1/29/2016

30.

The Princeton prize in Race Relations

Eligibility Requirements:

Open to students in grades 9-12 who ae doing outstanding work in their schools or communities to advance the cause of race relations.

Award Amount: $1,000

Application or contact information:

http://www.princeton.edu/pprize/

Completed applications must be mailed to:

The Princeton Prize in Race RelationsAlumni Association of Princeton University P.O. Box 291Princeton, New Jersey 08542-0291

Or emailed to pprize@priceton.edu

Deadline 1/31/2016

31.

U.S. Navy Scholarships: Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps/Nurse NROTC

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicant must be a U.S. citizen 17-27 years old Other requirements ae applicable Visit website for more details

Award Amount: Varies $23,000-$180,000

Application or contact information:

Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps and Nurse NROTC program:

http://www.navycom/joinng/college-options/nrotc.html

Deadline: Contact Recruiter

32.

Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship

Eligibility Requirements:

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 things you would bring with you to stay alive. Your written response must e written in English, with correct spelling and grammar, and it must not exceed two hundred fifty (250) words.

Must be a legal US Citizen Must be 13 years old or older Currently enrolled or enroll no later than Fall 2022 in a post-secondary institution

Award Amount: $2,000

Application or contact information:

Websites for general information

College For Texans www.collegefortexans.com

College Board www.collegeboard.com

Embark www.embark.com

College is Possible www.collegeispossible.org

Texas Mentor www.texasmentor.org

Databases: College Net

www.collegenet.com Fastweb www.fastweb.com

Free Scholarship Search www.freschinfo.com

USA Funds www.usafunds.org

Wired Scholar www.wiredscholar.com

Scholarship Search www.college-scholarships.com

Free College Scholarships and Financial Aid Information www.scholarships.com

Scholarship Websites:

Accounting Scholarship www.aicpa.org

Ambassadorial www.rotary.org

American Geological Institute Geoscience Scholarship www.agiweb.org

American Institute of Architects www.archfoundation.org

American Psychological Association www.apa.org

American Society for Microbiology www.asm.org

Americorps www.cns.gov

Association Graduate Funding www.asanet.org

Brand Essay Competition www.instituteforbrandleadership.org

College Fund www.uncf.org

Discover Card Tribute Award www.aasa.org

Elks National Foundation www.elks.org/enf/scholars/ourscholarships.cfm

Federal Scholarship & Aid Gateway www.fedmoney.org

FinAid www.finaid.org

Gateway to 10 Free Scholarships www.college-scholarships.com

Gateways to US Government Grants www.students.gov