Paying for College can be Overwhelming!
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Learn about resources available to help with preparing for life after high school. Resources are provided on searching for colleges, writing admissions and scholarship essays, and most importantly - how to pay for your college expenses.
Presentation ENGLISH: Paying for College Can Be Overwhelming! ESPAÑOL: ¡Pagar la universidad es estresante!
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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, Guidance & Counseling Coordinator at (915) 434-0505 or via email edodd@yisd.net.
Scholarship Tips
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Scholarship Checklist & To-Do List
*Source: Scholarships.com
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Ten Steps to a Strong Scholarship Application
*Source: Texas OnCourse
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*Source: Texas OnCource
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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.
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Scholarship Alert! August 2022
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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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Anti-Bullying Leadership Challenge AWARDED QUARTERLY
YOU can help Stand for the Silent and Humanity Rising reach more students and spread the movement by participating in this fundraising initiative. Once you have an anti-bullying service story, 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. To check out samples of other students’ videos, visit our Service Story page.
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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. -
Future Leaders in Tech Scholarship (high school) due AUG 20
Scholarship is open to current high school and college students meeting the following criteria:
- Interested in/studying computer science, data science, or a related field in tech
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Scholarship is open to:
- All women studying computer science, data science, or a related field in tech
- All minorities studying computer science, data science, or a related field in tech
- Financial need
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LawnStarter Lawntrepreneur Scholarship due AUG 20
Who are we looking for? (You only need one)
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You currently own a lawn care business, ran a lawn care business in the past, or plan on starting a business upon graduating college.
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You’re passionate and ambitious.
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You have the willpower, work ethic, and desire to build the next great business.
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You are a high school senior (who is going to pursue college degree) or full-time college student enrolled in a two year, four year, or graduate program. This scholarship is open to all majors.
If that sounds like you, you should apply.
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CLAES Nobel Good Earth Sustainability Scholarship due AUG 31
Award: Five (5) $2,000 awards
Eligibility: High school and college students, all levels, with a dedicated passion for conservation, sustainability, environmental policy, or preservation for the Earth.
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College is Power Scholarship due AUG 31
Who Can Enter
Students age 17 years or older who plan to start a program of higher education within the next 12 months or who are currently enrolled in a program of higher education. Applicants may be full- or part-time students and attend a campus-based or online program. Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States.
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RealtyHop Scholarship due AUG 31
How to Apply and Eligibility
You must be a current student in an eligible undergraduate program or a graduating high school senior in the U.S., working towards a bachelor’s degree or associates degree.
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Zipr Mobility Scholarship due AUG 31
Participants must meet the following criteria:
- Enrolled at an accredited high school, college, or university in the U.S.
- Enrolled at the graduate level, undergraduate level or your final year of high school
- Aged sixteen (16) years or older
- Carry a status of "good standing" (i.e. currently enrolled as a full time student or incoming full-time student)
- Maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 (or equivalent)
- Scholarship Application due by Postmarked by August 31, 2022
Scholarship Alert! September 2022
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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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Anti-Bullying Leadership Challenge AWARDED QUARTERLY
YOU can help Stand for the Silent and Humanity Rising reach more students and spread the movement by participating in this fundraising initiative. Once you have an anti-bullying service story, 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. To check out samples of other students’ videos, visit our Service Story page.
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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
For a chance to win this month’s $1,000 Shining Stars Scholarship:STEP 1: Follow @AscentFunding and “Like” this Instagram post.STEP 2: Read this blog for tips on how to study and ace this semester.
STEP 3: Leave a comment on the Instagram post sharing which tip from the blog you plan to use this semester while studying and why. Be sure to end your comment with #AscentSponsored.STEP 4: Complete the contact form then "Submit" your entry. -
Fighting to End Drunk Driving Scholarship due SEP 1
Eligibility
To be eligible for this scholarship the applicant must be currently enrolled in an academic program. This includes current high school seniors and college students with plans to continue their education in the fall of 2022. Applicants must also have a 3.0 or higher GPA.
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Andrew S. Mathers Scholarship due SEP 1
WHO CAN APPLY?
- High school students
- College students
HOW TO APPLY
Scholarship applicants can either mail or email in their application. Please include all of the following with your application:
- Provide a 500-word minimum essay on the value of hard work and what it has taught you
- School transcripts
- Employment history
- Proof of financial need
- Headshot
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Cindy J. Visser Memorial Nursing Scholarship due SEP 1
If you are a high school, undergraduate, or graduate student who is passionate about helping people and believes that nursing is the best way to channel this desire, you may apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Alert! Octber 2022
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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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Anti-Bullying Leadership Challenge AWARDED QUARTERLY
YOU can help Stand for the Silent and Humanity Rising reach more students and spread the movement by participating in this fundraising initiative. Once you have an anti-bullying service story, 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. To check out samples of other students’ videos, visit our Service Story page.
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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. -
BigFuture Strengthen Your College List Scholarship due OCT 31
Students in the class of 2023 who strengthen (or update) their college list with at least three reach colleges, two match colleges, and one safety will earn entries in monthly drawings for $500 and $40,000 scholarships.
As soon as you strengthen your list, you’ll be automatically entered into monthly drawings:
- $500 Scholarships: BigFuture will award $500 scholarships to students who explore scholarships between July and October 2022. We'll select 50 winners every month.
- $40,000 Scholarships: BigFuture will award 2 $40,000 scholarships every month until February 2023. By strengthening your list, you’ll also automatically earn 1 entry for every $40,000 drawing. Complete more steps on BigFuture to get more chances at $40,000.
How to Qualify
- Log in to BigFuture to view and update your college list.
- Make sure your list has at least 6 schools with at least 3 reach, 2 match, and 1 safety.
Questions?
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Questions applying for scholarships? Contact your Counselor or High School Go Center Specialist!
High School Counselors: click here.
Go Center Specialists: click here.
Good luck!
