ScholarshipAlerts!
Paying for College can be Overwhelming!
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Click on the presentation links below to learn about resources available to help with preparing for life after high school. Including information about how to search for colleges, write admissions/scholarship essays, and most importantly - how to pay for the upcoming college expenses!
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The following scholarship opportunities have been vetted and approved to the best of our ability. Please be aware of potential scams when doing your own scholarship research. You should not have to pay for this type of information.
Questions or concerns: contact Elizabeth Dodd, YISD School Counseling Coordinator at (915) 434-0504 or via email edodd@yisd.net.
Scholarship Tips
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*Source: uAspire
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Scholarship Application Tracker
*Source: Get Schooled
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Scholarship Checklist & To-Do List
*Source: Scholarships.com
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Letter of Recommendation Brag Sheet
*Source: Common App
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Ten Steps to a Strong Scholarship Application
*Source: Texas OnCourse
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*Source: Texas OnCourse
How to Write a College Application Essay
*Source: BigFuture
*Source: Khan Academy
College & Scholarship Application Essay Resources
*Source: GetSchooled
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Raise.Me Micro-Scholarships
Scholarships available to all high school students as early as 9TH GRADEEarn scholarships for: class grades, school clubs or sports plus much more!
INFORMATION: Raise.me at Ysleta I.S.D.
Additional Scholarship Resources
Scholarship Alert! May 2023
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1st Financial Bank USA Financial Goals Scholarship due MONTH
AMOUNT: $2,000 awarded to one winner each month
ELIGIBILITY: United States residents 18 or older who are planning to enroll or currently enrolled in a college degree program
HOW TO ENTER: Complete the entry form, which includes responding to an essay prompt in 500 words. Optional: Post that you've entered in a public Facebook or Instagram post.
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Murray Watson, Jr. Scholarship due MONTHLY
Eligibility
Scholarships are awarded to Texas residents based on a candidate's academic performance, financial need, readiness and commitment to study, plus other consideration.
To qualify you must:
• Be a graduating high school senior, current college student, or graduate student
• Be a Texas resident and at least 17 years of age
• Have a minimum 3.3 GPA or equivalent
• Be accepted and committed to attend, or enrolled in, a U.S. accredited state or nonprofit college or university
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Pulse of Perseverance Scholarship DEADLINE 1st of every Month
Who Can Apply?• High school students (to assist families with education-related expenses such as school fees, school supplies, uniforms, college application fees)
• College students (to assist with education-related expenses such as books, fees, advanced degree applications)Application Criteria1. Students must read the book, "Pulse of Perseverance: Three Black Doctors on Their Journey to Success" and submit a 250-word essay focusing on how they are currently making a difference in their community and why they believe they have the #pulseofperseverance. The essay should incorporate specific themes from the book that most resonate with you.
2. Students must provide proof of current enrollment (transcripts, letter of good standing, proof of registration, college acceptance letters, etc.) which should be emailed with your name in subject line to: pulsescholarships@gmail.com
3. All applicants must submit a short video on why they possess the #pulseofperseverance and what the scholarship will mean to them. Video clips must be no longer than 60 seconds. Videos become the property of Pulse of Perseverance and may be posted on our social websites. Videos should be emailed with your name in subject line to: pulsescholarships@gmail.com
Applications are due on the first of every month.
Scholarship winners will be notified on the 15th of every month via our website and social media outlets. Other scholarship winners will be awarded during our college book tour (upcoming dates will be provided in the near future). All scholarship checks will be sent within 3-5 business days after public announcement of the scholarship winner and student has submitted all documentation to claim award. -
Innovation in Education Scholarship due by 20th each Month
We at LA Tutors are passionate about sparking the creative genius in students and would love to commend those outstanding students who have a made a difference in the lives of others in some innovative or technological fashion. In order to achieve this, we have established a scholarship for students who meet certain criteria.
- Must currently be enrolled as a high school or college/university student.
- Must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (or the equivalent).
- Must be a citizen of, permanent resident of, or hold a valid student visa in the United States or Canada.
- Must have designed an innovative project that makes a difference in the lives of others (This could be a website, series of blogs, an app, fundraising event, etc.)
- Must submit an essay describing the goal of the particular project and provide supporting documentation. There is no minimum or maximum word/page count.
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Humanity Rising Service Scholarship AWARDED QUARTERLY
ELIGIBILITY:
- to qualify, create and upload a 60-second video to share your service story
- once you have a service story to share, create and upload a 60-second video, and share it with us. This can just be you talking, or you can get creative and share pictures of your service
* there are no minimum hours required and no specific activity that is more or less compelling in the eyes of our judges. We’re looking for service that was impactful and meaningful to you and those who benefitted from your volunteerism or innovative service project. A good rule of thumb is at least ten (10) hours of overall engagement.
Scholarship Alert! June 2023
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1st Financial Bank USA Financial Goals Scholarship due MONTH
AMOUNT: $2,000 awarded to one winner each month
ELIGIBILITY: United States residents 18 or older who are planning to enroll or currently enrolled in a college degree program
HOW TO ENTER: Complete the entry form, which includes responding to an essay prompt in 500 words. Optional: Post that you've entered in a public Facebook or Instagram post.
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Murray Watson, Jr. Scholarship due MONTHLY
Eligibility
Scholarships are awarded to Texas residents based on a candidate's academic performance, financial need, readiness and commitment to study, plus other consideration.
To qualify you must:
• Be a graduating high school senior, current college student, or graduate student
• Be a Texas resident and at least 17 years of age
• Have a minimum 3.3 GPA or equivalent
• Be accepted and committed to attend, or enrolled in, a U.S. accredited state or nonprofit college or university
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Pulse of Perseverance Scholarship DEADLINE 1st of every Month
Who Can Apply?• High school students (to assist families with education-related expenses such as school fees, school supplies, uniforms, college application fees)
• College students (to assist with education-related expenses such as books, fees, advanced degree applications)Application Criteria1. Students must read the book, "Pulse of Perseverance: Three Black Doctors on Their Journey to Success" and submit a 250-word essay focusing on how they are currently making a difference in their community and why they believe they have the #pulseofperseverance. The essay should incorporate specific themes from the book that most resonate with you.
2. Students must provide proof of current enrollment (transcripts, letter of good standing, proof of registration, college acceptance letters, etc.) which should be emailed with your name in subject line to: pulsescholarships@gmail.com
3. All applicants must submit a short video on why they possess the #pulseofperseverance and what the scholarship will mean to them. Video clips must be no longer than 60 seconds. Videos become the property of Pulse of Perseverance and may be posted on our social websites. Videos should be emailed with your name in subject line to: pulsescholarships@gmail.com
Applications are due on the first of every month.
Scholarship winners will be notified on the 15th of every month via our website and social media outlets. Other scholarship winners will be awarded during our college book tour (upcoming dates will be provided in the near future). All scholarship checks will be sent within 3-5 business days after public announcement of the scholarship winner and student has submitted all documentation to claim award. -
Innovation in Education Scholarship due by 20th each Month
We at LA Tutors are passionate about sparking the creative genius in students and would love to commend those outstanding students who have a made a difference in the lives of others in some innovative or technological fashion. In order to achieve this, we have established a scholarship for students who meet certain criteria.
- Must currently be enrolled as a high school or college/university student.
- Must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (or the equivalent).
- Must be a citizen of, permanent resident of, or hold a valid student visa in the United States or Canada.
- Must have designed an innovative project that makes a difference in the lives of others (This could be a website, series of blogs, an app, fundraising event, etc.)
- Must submit an essay describing the goal of the particular project and provide supporting documentation. There is no minimum or maximum word/page count.
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Humanity Rising Service Scholarship AWARDED QUARTERLY
ELIGIBILITY:
- to qualify, create and upload a 60-second video to share your service story
- once you have a service story to share, create and upload a 60-second video, and share it with us. This can just be you talking, or you can get creative and share pictures of your service
* there are no minimum hours required and no specific activity that is more or less compelling in the eyes of our judges. We’re looking for service that was impactful and meaningful to you and those who benefitted from your volunteerism or innovative service project. A good rule of thumb is at least ten (10) hours of overall engagement. -
Too Cool to Pay for School Scholarship AWARDED QUARTERLY
Who can apply? Open to high school, college, and graduate school students of all years. Must be currently enrolled full time (in high school or at an accredited university) or planning on enrolling within 24 months.
Deadline: Quarterly (last day of the month in March, June, September & December!).
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Opportunity Scholarships-Strengthen Your College List due MONTHLY
Open Through October
Students who update their lists on BigFuture™ to include at least one safety, two match, and three reach colleges will earn a chance at a $500 scholarship. -
Shining Stars Scholarship due MONTHLY
Hello, 2023! The start of a new year is a perfect time to reflect on the past and set new goals. Get ready to spark some positive change!For a chance for you to win this month’s $1,000 Shining Stars Scholarship:
STEP 1: Follow @AscentFunding and “Like” this Instagram post.
STEP 2: Leave a comment on this Instagram post sharing one lesson you learned in 2022 that you would like to bring with you into 2023. Be sure to end your comment with #AscentSponsored.
STEP 3: Save the Instagram post by tapping the “Bookmark” icon on the bottom right corner.
Scholarship Alert! July 2023
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1st Financial Bank USA Financial Goals Scholarship due MONTH
AMOUNT: $2,000 awarded to one winner each month
ELIGIBILITY: United States residents 18 or older who are planning to enroll or currently enrolled in a college degree program
HOW TO ENTER: Complete the entry form, which includes responding to an essay prompt in 500 words. Optional: Post that you've entered in a public Facebook or Instagram post.
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Murray Watson, Jr. Scholarship due MONTHLY
Eligibility
Scholarships are awarded to Texas residents based on a candidate's academic performance, financial need, readiness and commitment to study, plus other consideration.
To qualify you must:
• Be a graduating high school senior, current college student, or graduate student
• Be a Texas resident and at least 17 years of age
• Have a minimum 3.3 GPA or equivalent
• Be accepted and committed to attend, or enrolled in, a U.S. accredited state or nonprofit college or university
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Pulse of Perseverance Scholarship DEADLINE 1st of the Month
Who Can Apply?• High school students (to assist families with education-related expenses such as school fees, school supplies, uniforms, college application fees)
• College students (to assist with education-related expenses such as books, fees, advanced degree applications)Application Criteria1. Students must read the book, "Pulse of Perseverance: Three Black Doctors on Their Journey to Success" and submit a 250-word essay focusing on how they are currently making a difference in their community and why they believe they have the #pulseofperseverance. The essay should incorporate specific themes from the book that most resonate with you.
2. Students must provide proof of current enrollment (transcripts, letter of good standing, proof of registration, college acceptance letters, etc.) which should be emailed with your name in subject line to: pulsescholarships@gmail.com
3. All applicants must submit a short video on why they possess the #pulseofperseverance and what the scholarship will mean to them. Video clips must be no longer than 60 seconds. Videos become the property of Pulse of Perseverance and may be posted on our social websites. Videos should be emailed with your name in subject line to: pulsescholarships@gmail.com -
Innovation in Education Scholarship due by 20th each Month
We at LA Tutors are passionate about sparking the creative genius in students and would love to commend those outstanding students who have a made a difference in the lives of others in some innovative or technological fashion. In order to achieve this, we have established a scholarship for students who meet certain criteria.
- Must currently be enrolled as a high school or college/university student.
- Must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (or the equivalent).
- Must be a citizen of, permanent resident of, or hold a valid student visa in the United States or Canada.
- Must have designed an innovative project that makes a difference in the lives of others (This could be a website, series of blogs, an app, fundraising event, etc.)
- Must submit an essay describing the goal of the particular project and provide supporting documentation. There is no minimum or maximum word/page count.
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Humanity Rising Service Scholarship AWARDED QUARTERLY
ELIGIBILITY:
- to qualify, create and upload a 60-second video to share your service story
- once you have a service story to share, create and upload a 60-second video, and share it with us. This can just be you talking, or you can get creative and share pictures of your service
* there are no minimum hours required and no specific activity that is more or less compelling in the eyes of our judges. We’re looking for service that was impactful and meaningful to you and those who benefitted from your volunteerism or innovative service project. A good rule of thumb is at least ten (10) hours of overall engagement. -
Jennifer Webb-Cook Gameplan Scholarship due APR 1
Eligibility Requirements:Education Level: High school seniorInvolvement: AthleteBackground: From a single-parent household
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Questions?
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Questions applying for scholarships? Contact your Counselor or High School Go Center Specialist!
High School Counselors: click here.
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Good luck!