Scholarships

Name:  College of Idaho Heritage Scholarship

Award: full tuition

Deadline: Feb. 1, 2012

The College of Idaho Heritage Scholarship awards those students who meet the highest academic standards with a full tuition scholarship with renewal for up to four years. If you wish to be nominated for this prestigious scholarship, see Mrs. Rathbun who will see your counselor. Eligibility includes: 3.85 cumulative GPA through the first 6 semesters of high school and a minimum 31 ACT composite or 1380 SAT score (critical reading and math) To compete for a Heritage Scholarship, students must complete an application and be accepted to The College of Idaho, write a 750 to 1000-word essay, and send their FAFSA information to the College. Students who meet these criteria may be invited to campus for an interview.

Name: Espsilon Sigma Alpha Foundation Scholarships

Award:  180 scholarships

Deadline: Feb. 1, 2012

ESA International is a leadership and service organization bringing together volunteers in programs and projects for educational purposes.  It is pledged to develop activities of volunteers to assist those in need and to educated people.  Information about these scholarships, requirements and applications are available at www.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/esa-foundation

Name: Central Washington University Scholarships

Award: numerous

Deadline: Feb. 1, 2012 w/ regular application

Prospective students who may qualify for merit-based scholarships need to apply by Feb. 1st.  Information on numerous university scholarships is available at:
http://www.cwu.edu/~scholar/index.html

Name: Davidson Fellows Scholarships

Award: $50,000, $25,000 and $10,000

Deadline: Feb. 1, 2012

The Davidson Fellows Scholarship awards $50,000, $25,000 and $10,000 scholarships to extraordinary young people, 18 and under, who have completed a significant piece of work. Application categories are Mathematics, Science, Literature, Music, Technology, Philosophy and Outside the Box. Davidson Fellows are honored every year in Washington, D.C. with Congressional meetings and a special reception.To be eligible for the Davidson Fellows scholarship, an applicant must:1. Be 18 or younger as of Oct. 4
2. Be a U.S. citizen residing in the United States, or a Permanent Resident of the United States residing in the United States, or be stationed overseas due to active U. S. military duty. 3. Have completed a significant piece of work in one of the submission categories. 4. Be able to demonstrate that the work is his or her own creation. 5. Be able to attend, with at least one parent or guardian, the awards reception in Washington, DC.
Information and applications are available at www.studentscholarships.org

Name: American Indian Endowment Scholarship (AIES)

Award: # varies - $500 - $2000

Deadline: Feb. 1, 2012

Applicants must be financially needy students with close cultural ties to an American Indian tribe, who will be enrolled full-time at a public or independent college or university in Washington by fall term.  All qualified applicants will be considered; however priority is given to upper-division and grad-level students.  Application materials must be submitted as one complete unit; including a statement, three letters of recommendation, transcripts etc.  Applications are available and submitted to the Higher Education Board at:
www.hecb.wa/paying/waaidprgm/aies.asp

Name: National Welch’s Fred Killian Memorial Scholarship

Award: up to $1000

Deadline: Feb. 1, 2012

Applicants must have a parent or guardian is a member of the National Grape Cooperative or an employee of Welch’s, maintained a minimum GPA of 2.5, active in community leadership and seeking further education in an accredited educational program in the United States.  Applications are available in the Career Center.

Name: Optimist International Essay Contest

Award: local $100-$500, national to $6000

Deadline: Feb. 1, 2012

Optimist International sponsors an annual essay contest through the local Optimist Club.  The essays are judged at a local level with selected winners advancing to the district level w/ those winners to a national level.  This year’s topic is: “How My Positive Outlook Benefits My Community”  The essay must between 700 and 800 words and judged on organization, vocabulary and style, grammar, spelling etc.  Applications are available in the Career Center.  Questions can be answered at tcoptimist@frontier.com

Name:  KFC Colonel’s Scholars

Award: up to $20,000

Deadline: Feb. 8, 2012

Applications are accepted online from Dec. 1 to Feb. 8, 2012 at www.kfcscholars.org. Open to seniors with a minimum 2.75 GPA, planning on attending a public college for a B.A. degree, U.S. citizen who can demonstrate financial need.  Awards are up to $20,000 for tuition, fees, books room and board.

Name:  Eastern Washington University Scholarships

Award: over 100 scholarships

Deadline: Feb. 15, 2012 w/ regular application

Incoming freshmen could be awarded over 100 scholarships through Eastern and the admissions office.  These include Honors, Ethnic Studies, athletics, ROTC etc.  See EWU’s webpage for information.  The Admissions / Scholarship Application deadline in Feb. 15.

Name:  Evergreen State University Scholarships

Award: numerous

Deadline: Feb. 15, 2012 priority deadline

Evergreen State offers scholarship and tuition award opportunities to incoming students.  Information can be accessed @ http://www.evergreen.edu/scholarships/

Name:  Western Washington University

Award: multiple scholarships

Deadline: Priority Admissions Feb. 15, 2012

President’s Scholarships are awarded to outstanding freshmen, ranging from $500 to $5,000.  While many scholarships are determined by information provided on the application for admission, others require a scholarship application and/or consider financial need.  A complete listing of scholarships is available at: http://www.finaid.wwu.edu/scholarships/

Name: UFCW 21 “A Voice for Working America” Scholarship

Award: 15 scholarships

Deadline: Feb. 15, 2012

Applicants must be a working in the grocery or retail industry and a UFCW 21 member in good standing, or a child of a member.  They are looking for future leaders who can help rebuild our society and not necessarily top scholars. GPA is not the most important factor. UFCW 21 businesses are list on a form in the Career Center. For a list of available scholarships and information go to ufcw21.org/member/education-program.

Name: UW Washington Pulp and Paper Foundation and Forest Resources Scholarship

Award: various some tuition at UW

Deadline: apply by mid-February

Bioresource Science and Engineering & Chemical Engineering majors at UW, renewable year to year.  Need based.  3.0 cumulative GPA at UW.  Information is available at http://depts.washington.edu/psewppf/users.php

Name: CBC Foundation Scholarship

Award:

Deadline: Feb. 21, 2012

The Foundation’s scholarship program provides financial assistance to help meet the expenses of an education for qualified students attending CBC. This application does NOT take the place of a regular financial aid application.  Most scholarships are for full-time students at CBC maintaining a 2.5 minimum GPA but a few are awarded to part-time students. Applicants need to submit the application to the CBC Foundation office on the Pasco campus with a transcript and two letters of recommendation. Applications are available in the Career Center or online at www.columbiabasin.edu/foundation

Name: The Benton / Franklin School Retirees Association Scholarship

Award:  3 @ $1000

Deadline:  Feb. 22, 2012

Open to graduating seniors who intend to major in education with the goal of becoming a teacher.  Open to students in the Tri-City area.  Winners will be invited to a luncheon with members of this association.  Applications are available at www.bfsraunit29.blogspot.com  or contact fraresj@charter.net

Name: GESA Credit Union

Award:  $2000 ($5000 @ WSU Tri-Cities)

Deadline:  Feb. 28, 2012

Applicants must be members of GESA and attending college next fall w/ a minimum 3.0 GPA in high school.  Applicants are judged on academic performance, school and extracurricular activities, need and community involvement.  Applicants need a cover letter regarding goals, plans and need, a transcript and two letters of recommendation. Applications are available and submitted online @ scholarships@gesa.com mail to Gesa Scholarship Committee 51 Gage Blvd, Richland 99352.

Name: 2011 ACPE (Association of Computer Professionals in Education)

Award: numerous @ $2500 each

Deadline: Feb. 29, 2012

Awarded to seniors who have been actively involved in the use of technology during high school and are planning to pursue studies in a technology related field.  A completed application packet  should be submitted to Sandy Maynard by the deadline. Information is available at http://acpenw.org.  Successful applicants will be notified via email by March 16, 2012.  Funds will be paid directly to the school of choice.  Applicants need a minimum C+ GPA,  demonstrated high interest and innovative use of technology during high school, demonstrated community / school involvement, plan to pursue technology studies to obtain at least a two-year degree, provide a description of a technology project and submit a completed the application packet.

Name: Buick Achievers Scholarship Program - 2012

Award:1000 @ $2000, 100 @ $25,000

Deadline: Feb. 29, 2012

Open to seniors who are a US citizen & plan to enroll full-time at a four-year college next fall and plan on majoring in a specific course of study in Engineering/Technology or select Design and Business related programs of study and be interested in pursuing a career in the automotive industry. Selection is based on academic achievement, financial need, leadership, work experience and automotive interest. Visit : www.buickachievers.com  for information.

Name: 2011 Washington Apple Education Foundation Scholarships

Award: $400,000

Deadline: March 1, 2012

Tree fruit industry members have joined together to provide over 100 educational scholarships for young people from tree fruit communities in Washington.  There will be a scholarship training sessions offered to seniors.  Information and reservations for this training are available through Jennifer Witherbee at 509-663-7713 or jennifer.witherbee@waef.org.  Award descriptions and criteria are provided on the scholarship’s universal application available in the Career Center and at www.waef.org

Name: PEMCO w/ The Washington State Schools Retirees’ – Robert J. Handy Scholarships

Award:  16 @ $900/ year for 5 years

Deadline:  March 1, 2012

The WSSR selects outstanding seniors who are committed to entering the teaching profession.  Award lasts for five years if grades, citizenship and self reliance, etc., is maintained.  Applications are available in the Career Center or at www.wssra.org w/ user name: wssra and password: scholarship.

Name: Simon Youth Foundation Community Scholarship

Award:  $1400 and $2500

Deadline:  March 1, 2012

Eligibility -- The SYF Community Scholarship Program is available to any high school senior, living in a community that hosts a Simon property, who plans to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational/technical school. Scholarships are awarded in the amount up to $1,400. In addition, if applicable, a regional award called “Awards of Excellence” will be given to the top candidate. Students in our area will have the opportunity to win a $2,500 four-year renewable scholarship. Selection procedures, as determined by our third party administrator, include consideration of financial need, past academic performance and future potential, leadership and participation in school and community activities, work experience, statement of career and educational aspirations and goals, and outside appraisals. Applications are available in the Career Center Completed applications need to be mailed to: Simon Youth Foundation Scholarship Program, Scholarship Management Services - Casey Rubischko, One Scholarship Way, Saint Peter, MN 56082. For more information, visit www.syf.org.

Name: Benton Franklin Fair Association Scholarship

Award: $1000

Deadline: March 1, 2012

Applicants must have participated in the 2010 Benton Franklin Fair as a 4-H or FFA exhibitor and be a graduating high school senior in 2011.  This scholarship must be used toward continuing education at a university, community college or technical school. Award is based on fair activities, 2 letters of recommendation, awards, need and an essay. Application packets and instructions on what is needed are available in the Career Center.

Name: WASA / PEMCO 21st Century Educator Scholarships

Award: 3 @ $4,000

Deadline:  March 5, 2012

The WASHINGTON Association of School Administrators and PEMCO will award 3 seniors who have at least a 3.0 and plan to major in education.  Preference is given to students with accomplishments in leadership, community service, honors and awards, student activities and expressed educational goals.  Applications are available in the Career Center of at www.wasa-oly.org/scholarship12 .

Name: Washington State Association for Justice – President’s Scholarship 2011

Award: 2 to 3 @ $2000

Deadline:  March 16, 2012

Applicants must be residents and seniors who are judged on academic achievement, financial need, a history of achievement despite having been a victim of injury or overcoming a disability or handicap, a record of helping people in need, and a plan or commitment to apply education to be funded toward helping people.  Application information is available in the Career Center.

Name: Washington State Association for Justice – American Justice Essay Scholarship

Award: 2 to 3 @ $2000

Deadline:  March 16, 2012

Open to senior residents. Applicants must watch the documentary entitled “Hot Coffee” that can be obtained through the local library or by contacting the Washington Association of Justice and completing a request form and writing an essay on “Do caps on monetary damages undermine the 7th amendment right to trial by jury?”  Essays need to be 4-5 pages but no more than 1500 words.  Further requirements and information is available in the Career Center.

Name: Tri-Cities Girls Fastpitch Softball Association Scholarship

Award: varies - $1500 total

Deadline:  March 30, 2012

The minimum qualifications for scholarship award are: 1.) You must have been, or currently be, a member of the Association and 2.) You must have participated for a minimum of two years, with one of those years following your freshman year and the summer prior to the senior year.  Applications are available at tcgfsa.clubspaces.com

Name: US Bank Scholarship Program

Award: 40 @ $1000

Deadline:  March 31, 2012

High school seniors planning to enroll next fall at an eligible four-year college or university participating in the US Bank Student Loan Programs are eligible to apply.  Recipients are selected through a random drawing process.  For details go to usbank.com/scholarship

Name: The James R. Hoffa Scholarship

Award: 31 @ $10,000 nationally

Deadline:  March 31, 2012

Awarded annually to outstanding high school seniors.  Applicants must be son, daughter or grandchild of an active, retired, disabled, deceased or laid-off Teamster member.  Must be in top 15% of class, have financial need and submit an SAT / ACT score and planning to attend a four-year college.  Applications are available in the Career Center.

Name: Janice M. Scott memorial Scholarship Fund

Award: $2500

Deadline:  March 31, 2012

Awarded to a senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA who is four-year college bound. Applicants must demonstrate leadership w/ participation in community service or extra-curricular activities. Parents combines income must be below $100,000. Applicants must submit an application directly to the scholarship chair, a transcript, letters of recommendation, financial documents, a high school picture and an essay. Applications are available in the Career Center.

Name: Youth Scholarship Program for Children of Law Enforcement and Fire Service Personnel

Award: $24,500 in state and national awards

Deadline:  March 31, 2012

The Electronic Security Association of Washington provides scholarship awards to children of active duty fire and police personnel.  Open to graduation seniors who have been accepted to an accredited college or university starting in 2011.  Father, mother or natural guardian must be a full-time employee and paid member of the police or sheriff’s department or fire department.  Applicants must submit an application (available in the Career Center), an essay, transcripts, proof of acceptance to a college, proof of parent’s occupation, SAT or ACT test results and a letter of recommendation.  Questions can be addressed by Howard Richardson @ 800-248-9272 or @ howard@waesa.org

Name: Tri-City Construction Council Scholarship

Award: $2000

Deadline:  March 31, 2012

Applicant’s parents must be an owner or employee of a company that is a full dues paying member in good standing with the Tri-City Construction Council. Award is based on academic achievement, community involvement, need, leadership potential and interested in a field of study related to the construction industry. Applicants need to complete the application available in the Career Center with an essay, transcript, 3 references and 2 letters of recommendation. Applications are sent to the Construction Council.

Name: 2011 Hawthorne Court Resident’s Scholarship

Award: $1000

Deadline:  April 2, 2012

Awarded to a graduating senior of Kamiakin, Kennewick or Southridge interested in a professional career (medical, social services, gerontology, etc) that benefits all people, including senior citizens. Applicants must submit an application form available in the Career Center, 2 letters of recommendation, submit a one-page hand written essay on educational goals on “How My Career Will Benefit a Senior Citizen”, with a transcript. Return completed application to the Main Desk at Hawthorne Court by the deadline date by Monday, April 2, 2012.

Name: Kennewick Education Association (KEA)  Bob Mars Scholarship

Award: $500

Deadline:  April 9, 2012

Awarded to a graduating senior from Kamiakin, Kennewick, or Southridge who qualify having: overcome adversity, having a 2.5 GPA or higher, has a positive attitude, have succeeded where others may have failed, has earned the respect of teachers and peers, has been a hard worker and shown compassion for others through their words and actions. Students must be nominated for this by a teacher or counselor. Contact Ms. Rathbun in the Career Center for information if you wish to seek a nomination.

Name: Kennewick Kiwanis Foundation Scholarships

Award: multiple (@ least 2) $4000 & $1000

Deadline:  April 13, 2012

Open to graduating seniors in the Kennewick and Finley School Districts for university study next fall. Minimum 3.0 GPA, must have a PSAT, SAT or ACT score.  Applicants are evaluated as follows: scholarship = 10%, essay = 10%, recommendations = 10%, leadership and service = 25% and financial need = 45%.   Applications are available in the Career Center and are submitted directly to the Kiwanis scholarship coordinator, Hank Sauer by the deadline.

Name: We are the Dream in Action Scholarship

Award: $1000

Deadline:  May 11, 2012

Movimiento Estudiantil Chican@ de Aztlán de/of Western Washington University (WWU) is a local and nationwide organization that promotes higher education and social justice in our schools and community through culture, social and political awareness. Our mission is to encourage,
motivate and influence young Chican@s/Latin@s to further their education into higher education so that one day they return to their communities as role models and create positive change and take action to help Chican@ youth and families. $1,000 scholarships to incoming Chicano/a Latino/a WWU students who fit the criteria, have demonstrated leadership, community involvement and have stood for social justice issues and causes. Applicants need a minimum 2.5 GPA, be a high school senior not eligible to complete the Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), have 2 letters of recommendation (non-family), Unofficial Transcript and be a First Generation College Student (students who have partial or no immediate family collegiate history). Applications are available in the Career Center.

Name: Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship

Award: national - $500

Deadline:  May 30, 2012

Awarded to a senior who provides the most comprehensive essay answers to 2 questions; in 1000 words or less “Why is a healthy lifestyle important in school?” and in 500 words or less “Describe your career plans, goals and personal ambitions”.  Information and applications are available at www.studentscholarships.org

Name: Big Dig Scholarship

Award: national - $3000

Deadline:  June 1, 2012

Seniors – In 200 years, one of your relatives is going to be digging in what is now your backyard. They are going to find something you buried in 2012 that is going to put their financial worries to rest. Your job is to decide what to bury and in an essay between 500 and 1000 words answer 5 questions. Information and applications are available at www.studentscholarships.org

Name: Walter J. Clore Scholarship – Wa. Association of Wine Grape Growers

Award: ?

Deadline:  June 1, 2012

The scholarships are open to high school seniors planning to enroll in a college or university to study viticulture and/or enology. For information and applications see
www.washingtonwinefoundation.org or you may call us at 509-782-1108.

Name: Horse Heaven Hills Scholarship - Wa. Association of Wine Grape Growers

Award: $1500

Deadline:  June 1, 2012

The Horse Heaven Hills Wine Growers, through the Washington Wine Industry Foundation, is offering a $1,500 scholarship to be awarded to a student interested in the study of viticulture and/or enology. The scholarship was established by members who are dedicated to promoting education of the grape growing and wine producing industry in Washington state. For information and applications see www.washingtonwinefoundation.org

Name: John Farmer Scholarship - Wa. Association of Wine Grape Growers

Award: $2000, $1000 and $500

Deadline:  June 1, 2012

The John Farmer Scholarship Fund was established with the Washington Wine Industry Foundation to be based on financial need. The scholarship provides awards: $2,000, $1,000, and $500. For information and applications see www.washingtonwinefoundation.org

Name: S.W. (Bill) Preston Scholarship - Wa. Association of Wine Grape Growers

Award: $3000

Deadline:  June 1, 2012

Offered by Preston Premium Wines and Preston Vineyards through the Washington Wine Industry Foundation, is offering an annual $3,000 scholarship to be awarded to students interested in the study of viticulture or enology and who are enrolled or planning to enroll in such programs at a Washington college or university. For information and applications see www.washingtonwinefoundation.org

Name: The “Careers That Work” Scholarships – Northwest Career Colleges Federation

Award: 5 @ $1000 at each participating school

Deadline: June 24, 2012

Over 60% of occupations do not require a four-year college degree but a good job in the future does require advanced training after high school.  One place to get this training is at a Career College or Technical Institute and there are over 500 scholarships available to pay for this option.  This program offers tuition assistance for high school graduates pursuing education at select private career colleges in Oregon, Idaho and Washington like ITT Tech, DeVry, DigiPen, Perry Tech and more.  Kamiakin can nominate three or more students who are interested in one of these scholarships.  A catalog of schools, programs and web addresses is available in the Career Center or online at www.nwcareercolleges.org/award.html  Notify Ms. Rathbun or Mr. Jones if you are interested in a nomination after you have researched the schools and programs.