COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
1. Perry Hall Elementary School PTA Scholarship
For: Any former student of Perry Hall Elementary
Amount: $500.00
Other Requirements: Essay and Letter of Recommendation
2. Exchange Club of Highlandtown/Canton Scholarship
For: High Schools Seniors living in zip codes 21224, 21231, 21205 and 21202
Amount: $1,000 for up to four years while an undergraduate student
Other requirements: Plans to attend a four year university/college.
3. UAW Essay Contest
For: High School seniors planning on attending a four higher education institution.
Amount: From $500 to $2,000
Other Requirements: One page essay on a given topic
Additional Info: See your guidance counselor for the approved topics.
4. Kohl’s Kids Who Care Scholarship
For: Any student who has made a positive impact through community service and volunteer work.
Amount: $50.00 to $5,0000
Other requirements: Teach nomination. Visit www.kohlskids.com
5. Epilepsy Foundation Scholarship
For: Any student planning on attending college with a diagnosis of epilepsy.
Amount: Varies
Other requirements: Essay
6. Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY) Award
For: Senior Athletes who have served in the community.
Amount: $7,500
Other requirements: A nomination from your coach.
7. Morgan State University Transportation Studies Scholarship
For: High School seniors planning on attending Morgan State University in Fall 2009
Amount: $1,000
Other requirements: Must major in Transportation and Urban Infrastructure
8. Rosedale Recreation and Parks Scholarship
For: Graduating seniors who live or previously lived in Rosedale and plan to attend an accredited institution of higher education in the fall.
Amount: $500 to $1,000
Other requirements: Completed Application available in Guidance Office.
9. Polish Heritage Association of Maryland Scholarship Program
For: student must be a full-time college student starting Fall 2009 with at least 2 Polish ancestors.
Amount: $1,500
Other requirements: Apply on-line at www.pha-md.org
10. Associated Builders and Contractors Apprenticeship Program
For: Students interested in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, or heating careers.
Amount: Varies
Other Requirements: Call (410) 821-0351 for more information.
11. The Johns Hopkins Hospital Department Volunteer Program
For: Juniors interested in gaining experience in a health care environment.
Amount: N/A
Other requirements: Completed Application is due March 31, 2010. See your counselor for an application and details.
12. De Sales University Poetry Festival and Contest
For: Aspiring Poets
Amount: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes.
Other requirements: See your Counselor for more Information.
13. S-STEM Scholarship Program
For: 12th graders planning on attending a CCBC Campus who plan on majoring in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, or Mathematics.
Amount: Up to $10,000 a year for 4 years.
Other requirements: Go to www.ccbcmd.edu/stem/sstem.html
14. Perry Hall - White Marsh Business Association Scholarships
For: Seniors who are attending a four year university who live in Zip Codes 21236, 21162, 21128.
Amount: $1,000
Other Requirements: GPA of at least 3.0 and Two letters of Recommendation
15. Mt. Saint Mary’s University Archbishop O’Brien Scholarship Program
For: Accepted students to Mt. St. Mary’s University with a 3.0 GPA and 1100 SAT (CR and Math Combined)
Amount: $17,000 a year for a total of $68,000
Other Requirements: Essay and Letter of Recommendation from pastor
Additional Info: www.msmary.edu/bishops
16. UMBC Meyerhoff Program
For: All high-achieving high school seniors who plan to pursue undergraduate studies in Science, Technology, Engineering, and/or Mathematics (STEM) at UMBC.
Amount: from $5,000 to $22,000 annually
Other Requirements: Teacher Nomination
Additional Info: www.umbc.edu/meyerhoff
17. UMBC Scholars Program
For: All high-achieving high school seniors who plan to pursue undergraduate studies at UMBC.
Amount: from $5,000 to $22,000 annually
Other Requirements: Teacher Nomination
Additional Info: www.umbc.edu/financialaid/scholform
18. Gates Millennium Scholars
For: All high-achieving African-American, American Indian, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American.
Amount: Full funding for 5 years at the undergraduate institution of your choice.
Other Requirements: Teacher Nomination
Additional Info: www.gmsp.org
19. Seton Hall University’s MLK Scholarship Program
For: All high-achieving students from minority descent with a cumulative GPA of 3.0
Amount: Full funding for 4 years at Seton Hall University.
Other Requirements: Teacher Nomination
Additional Info: Contact Forest Pritchett (pritchinfo@shu.edu)
20. Summer Programs at Johns Hopkins University
For: All high-achieving students with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 who want to earn college credit during the summer.
Amount: N/A
Other Requirements: Applications available at www.jhu.edu/summer
Additional Info: Contact Kellise Williamson at kellisewilliamson@jhu.edu for more information.
21. Marist College’s Computer Science and Information Technology Scholarships
For: Academically talented students who wish to attend Marist College and major in Computer Science or Information Technology Amount: Full funding, including Room & Board, for 4 years
Other Requirements: N/A
Additional Info: www.marist.edu/admission or (800) 436-5483
22. Thiel College’s Presidential Scholarship
For: Students with a combined 1100 Reading/Math and cumulative GPA of 3.75 who wish to attend Thiel College
Amount: Full funding for 4 years ($83,000)
Other Requirements: N/A
Additional Info: www.thiel.edu/admission or (800) 436-5483
23. The Knights of Columbus (Maryland State Council) Scholarship Program
For: Scholarship programs include those for high school and college students.
Amount: Varies according to each specific scholarship program
Other Requirements: Refer to contact below.
Additional Info: Richard Sherbert (Chairman of Scholarship Board) (843) 482-0733
24. Body by Milk Scholar Athlete Scholarship Program
For: Student Athletes who have achieved success in the classroom and on the playing field.
Amount: $7,500
Other Requirements: Refer to contact below.
Additional Info: www.bodybymilk.com
25. Alvernia University Merit Scholarships
For: Scholarship programs for 12th graders with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and who plan to attend Alvernia University.
Amount: From $8,000 to $12,000
Other Requirements: SAT Scores
Additional Info: Contact their admissions office at 1.888.ALVERNIA
26. American Legion Boys State Program
For: 11th graders interested in potentially attending a Service Academy and/or interested in Government and Political Science Studies.
Other Requirements: Sponsorship from an American Legion Post; Applications available in Guidance Office
Additional Info: Call (410) 752-1405