Welcome to HCS Counselor Connection

For Juniors: 

Alexander Hamilton Scholarship: Due Jan 25th, 2023   https://www.hamiltonscholars.org/

The Hamilton Award recognizes young people for their academic, personal, service and entrepreneurial accomplishments; forty students across the nation are selected annually as winners of the Hamilton Award and subsequently enrolled in AHS’ five-year Empowerment Program.

Winners of the Hamilton Award receive two $500 cash awards to pay for college expenses at their entrance and exit from the Empowerment Program. Furthermore, prior to beginning university, Scholars receive a laptop to assist in their college studies.

 

For Seniors: 

Student Scholarship Page: This page has dozens of legitimate scholarship offers for a WIDE VARIETY of opportunitites. They add scholarships each month. Continue to check it each month-set a reoccurring reminder on your phone. https://studentscholarships.org/college-scholarships

 

Heisman High School Scholarship:  https://heismanscholarship.com/ 

Students must submit their application by October 18, 2022 at 3 p.m. PT/6 p.m. ET.

The application must be reviewed and submitted by the school official listed in the application by October 21, 2021 at 3 p.m. PT/6 p.m. ET.

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Big Future Scholarships: 24 $40,000 scholarships Due by October 31, 2022.  Seniors in HS, must attend college no later than fall of 2023. Basically you complete all the steps required to ensure you are ready for college and submit proof through the foundation that you have done so. As you complete each step you are entered into a drawing. The students who complete all the steps are entered for the large scholarships. There are $500 awards along the way. It is legit and not a scam. https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/bigfuture-scholarships?excmpid=oc461-st-20-ss

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Coca-Cola Scholars Program: $20,000 (150 awards), Due October 31, 2022. Must be a senior, US Citizen. Go to https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/

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Voice of Democracy: $35,000 (50 awards) Deadline Oct 31, 2022. High school student between 9-12th. https://vfworg-cdn.azureedge.net/-/media/VFWSite/Files/Community/Youth-and-Education/Voice-of-Democracy-Entry-Form-Fillable.pdf?v=1&d=20220408T154506Z&la=en  

Voice of Democracy is an audio-essay program provides high school students grades 9 through 12 with the unique opportunity to express themselves regarding a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay.  This year’s theme is: "Why is the Veteran Important?" 

Each year, nearly 25,000 9th – 12th grade students from across the country enter to win their share of more than $2 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the Voice of Democracy program. The national first place winner receives a $35,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college, or vocational/technical school. A complete list of other national scholarships ranges from $1,000-$21,000, and the first-place winner from each VFW Department (state) wins at least a scholarship of $1,000.

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Patriot's Pen: Due Oct 31, 2022   https://vfworg-cdn.azureedge.net/-/media/VFWSite/Files/Community/Youth-and-Education/Patriots-Pen-Entry-Form-Fillable.pdf?v=1&d=20220408T154335Z&la=en

Patriot’ Pen is an essay contest that encourages young minds to examine America’s history, along with their own experiences in modern American society, by drafting a 300- to 400-word essay, expressing their views based upon this year’s patriotic theme: "My Pledge to Our Veterans."

Each year, nearly 68,800 students in grades 6-8 enter the VFW’s Patriot’s Pen youth essay contest for a chance to win their share of more than $1.4 million in state and national awards. Each first-place state winner receives a minimum of $500 at the national level, and the national first place winner wins $5,000!

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College Xpress Scholarship: $10,000 (1 award) Must be a student and 13 years of age or older. Due Oct 31st, 2022

https://www.collegexpress.com/reg/signup?campaign=scholarships&utm_source=carnegie&utm_medium=ppc&utm_campaign=ug-scholarship&utm_term=google&utm_content=ppc&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI5qGslMuw-gIV2RPUAR3HLQwqEAAYASAAEgI2JfD_BwE CollegeXpress.com is one of the most trafficked college search websites around. CollegeXpress.com is the website that houses school profiles, scholarship information, and editorial content to serve students through their search process. This is a legit offer and a great way to gain information about colleges as well as to get your profile out there while registering for the big scholarship give away. 

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American Culinary Scholarships:   https://www.acfchefs.org/ACF/Education/Scholarships/Default.aspx  Due Oct 31 2022. If you are interested in attending culinary school next year or in the future these schoalrships would be helpful. 

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Regeneration Science Talent Search: $250,000 (300 awards). Deadline Nov 9, 2022.  https://www.societyforscience.org/regeneron-sts/  The Regeneron Science Talent Search (Regeneron STS) is the nation's oldest and most prestigious science competition for high school seniors, providing an important forum for original research that is recognized and reviewed by a national jury of professional scientists. 

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Elks National Foundation Scholarship: $4,000 to $50,000 for top winner. Applications open to all. Due Nov. 14th. https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/MVS.cfm

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https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/community/hacer.html

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National Space Club Scholarship: $15,000 STEM related. Due Nov 15, 2022.  https://www.spaceclub.org/scholarship/         Unofficial transcript of high school and/or college record. At least 2 letters of recommendation from faculty/professionals in science related fields. Statement of Intent: A brief statement of 150 words or less on your study/career plans with an emphasis on STEM.. Video audition - Following successfully submitting an application, applicants must upload a video on the topic “Why you are inspired by space”. The video should be no longer than three minutes in length and should feature the applicant speaking directly to the camera. Formatting requirements are MPEG-4 with H.264 & AAC (the standards used for YouTube and iTunes). Three students will be selected from the initial pool of applicants to participate in a final round. These students will provide a draft of the full 8 minute speech they would give at the Goddard Memorial Dinner as well as give a 5 minute sampling over Skype to the National Space Club and Foundation executive committee at their January meeting.

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Odenza marketingm Group Scholarship: $500, Due Nov 15, 2022. Must be between 16 & 25 and have a GPA of 2.5 or greater.  https://odenzascholarships.com/

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Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship Program: $220,000 (40 awards). https://www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships/ Nov 17, 2022. Seniors in high school, shows financial need, 3.5 GPA

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National Honor Society Scholarship: Gives over 2 million to 600 students each year. Due Nov. 30th  https://www.nhs.us/students/the-nhs-scholarship/  You must make an account with them. 

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SP Scholarships: $20,000 Due Dec 1, 2022. https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/13400/sp-scholarship  This is a page with multiple different scholarships available. They are all legit. 

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Barbara Lotz Scholarship for Future Teachers: $3,000 (6 awards) . Due Dec 1, 2022. https://www.aapt.org/Programs/grants/lotze.cfm  High school senior, planning to teach physics after graduation. 

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Chuck Hall Star of Tomorrow Scholarship (Bowling Sch): $6,000 (1 award). Due Dec 1, 2022. https://bowl.com/youth/scholarships-and-awards/usbc-chuck-hall-star-of-tomorrow Must be a current USBC member in their sr year of high school. Must have a current GPA of 3.0 or better and it is for a male student only.

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American Rocketry Challenge: $20,000 (10 awards). Due Dec 1, 2022. https://rocketcontest.org/  Must be a team of 3-10 students in grades 6-12. Build a model rocket that carries 1 large hen egg to an altitude of 850 ft, stays airborne for between 42-45 seconds, and returns the rocket to the ground safely. 

Mindscape Big Picture Scholarship - $10,000 - 1 Award (Due Dec 15, 2022)  https://bold.org/scholarships/mindscape/  Have a deep curiosity in studying the universe for its own sake, whether that be pursuing studies in philosophy, biology, math, literature, or any other field that seeks a better understanding of our existence.

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Overachievers Student Grant: $15,000 - 1 Award (Due Dec 15, 2022) https://powertothepen.com/g2overachievers/   Entrants for this award will also need to submit 1,000 – 2,500 handwritten words explaining how they or the person they’re nominating make a difference in the world around them and why they deserve to be recognized for these efforts.

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Common App Scholarship - $2,000 - 3 Awards (Due Dec 31, 2022) https://scholarshipguidance.com/common-app-scholarship-application Be in Grade 11 or Grade 12. Have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater during their last academic year. Answer an essay prompt on the application page. 

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Arthur M. & Berdena King Eagle Scout Scholarship - $10,000 – 15 Awards (Due Dec. 31, 2022) https://www.sar.org/arthur-m-berdena-king-eagle-scout-contest

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HACER National Scholarship Recipients: https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/community/hacer/eligibility-and-requirements.html Requirements: HS Senior, 2.8 GPA, have one parent of Hispanic discent. Due December 

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Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholarships:  https://www.hsf.net/scholarship     There are 150 scholarships given out through this foundation.  You apply in one general area (follow the URL link). The earliest deadline is Jan and the latest is in April. 

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LA Solid Waste Scholarship: https://lswa.us/wp-content/uploads/LSWA-Scholarship-Application.pdf  Due Jan 15th  These scholarships are available to all high school seniors planning to enter college during the fall semester the academic year. The scholarship will be awarded for full time study for one academic semester (Fall Semester). The panel will select three high school seniors. The scholarship amount is $1000.00 per recipient and will be paid directly to the Louisiana university of choice.

 

National BETA Scholarship: Due: Jan. 19th, 2023 12th grade students who are active National Beta members are eligible to apply and participate in the scholarship competition.  https://scholarship.betaclub.org/

 

Knights of Columbus LA State Council Catholic Youth Leadership Award: Due Jan 25th, $4,000 Must be a practicing Catholic.  2023  http://louisianakc.org/programs/cyla/

 

Jon Cade Memorial Scholarship:  https://joncadeclemonsmemorial.com/apply/   Due Feb. 1st, 2023 Two scholarships valued at $3,000.00 per semester for a maximum of eight semesters to include fall and spring. Eight scholarships valued at $750.00 per semester for a maximum of eight semesters to include fall and spring. All candidates must be high school graduating students who have maintained at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average and who will attend a Louisiana university, community college, or technical school.

 

LHSCA: https://www.lhsaa.org/scholarships

 Due Feb.  2023   The Louisiana High School Coaches Association awards ten (10) $1,000 scholarships to qualified and deserving high school graduates; two males and two females. All applicants must be the son, daughter or legally adopted child of a member of the LHSCA. All applicants must be nominated by a current or past member of the LHSCA, and applications must be signed by current school Principal. Said member must have belonged to the LHSCA for the 5 years just prior to the submission of the scholarship application.  

 

Farm Bureau Ins Comp Scholarship: Due Feb 18th, 2023 Could be eligible for 4 years! https://lafarmbureau.org/foundation Must print out the scholarship and mail in before the due date. Follow the directions carefully. Must be entering into an agricultureal type degree program-they are lised on the application. A parent, yourself, or custodial grandparent must have some type of Farm Beureau policy.  Must have a 2.5 gpa and entering a LA accredited university in the fall. I have printed copies in my box you can pick up.

 

Donald and Barbara Mozley Scholarship: Due Feb 28th, 2023  $5,000 Awarded up to 4 years. Pursuing an engineering degree at an ABET-accredited college or university. Provide two (2) Letters of Recommendation - one (1) that focuses on academics and one (1) that outlines involvement in extra-curricular activities or employment. FAFSA Form (Maximum EFC # $15,000). Applicant should be able to detail the importance of their desired major in industry today and the future contributions they hope to make. Applicant must outline participation in a STEM activity in or out of school OR outline involvement as a STEM mentor/volunteer and what was gained from the experience.  https://www.sae.org/participate/scholarships/donald-and-barbara-mozley-scholarship

 

The Maude and Alexander Hadden Scholarship: Due Feb 28th, 2023  $5,000 Awarded to seniors with demonstrated financial need, up to four years. Considers scholastic achievement, character, leadership, volunteerism, and financial need, gpa 3.5.  https://youth-foundation.org/application/guidelines/

 

(ISC)² UNDERGRADUATE/ASSOCIATE SCHOLARSHIPS: Due Feb 28th, 2023  $1,000-5,000 Must be pursuing, or plan to pursue, a degree with a focus on cybersecurity, GPA 3.3, 1 letter of recommendation  https://www.iamcybersafe.org/s/undergraduate-scholarships

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2023 National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association Scholar/Essay Application: (The deadline has been extended to MARCH 31st!) You must email the application to: jwsimmons@lpssonline.com  Due Feb 28th, 2023  $1,500-5,000  Min of B+ avg or Ranked in top 25%. ACT- 2 3. Must have been in 2 sports for at least 2 yrs in each sport. Must have earned at least one varsity letter in each of 2 sports. Must have a letter of recommendation from the high school athletic administrator/director. School athletic director must be an NIAAA member and a member of their respective state athletic administrators association. The principal or athletic director must sign the application to insure that the academic information submitted is accurate. All hard copy materials must be postmarked or electronic materials sent to the NIAAA State Liaison in your respective state by your state's deadline. Select your state at the bottom of the website Scholarship Page to view your state's deadline and liaison information. Scholarship Awards: State Winners - one male and one female will each receive a plaque recognizing  ONLINE APPLICATION ONLY: main page:  https://members.niaaa.org/page/StudentScholarship                          https://cdn.ymaws.com/members.niaaa.org/resource/resmgr/docs/studentscholarship/newscholarship-application-2.pdf

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LSHAA Coca-Cola Scholarship: Due March 13th, 2023  Coca-Cola will award two (2) $1,500 scholarships: one (1) male and one (1) female student athletes. Graduating senior student-athletes must have earned at least a 3.5GPA after seven (7) semesters of high school study and 24 ACT score.  https://www.lhsaa.org/siteuploads/editorimg/file/2022-23%20Coca-Cola%20Scholarship.pdf

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LSHAA Fuzzy Brown Scholarship: Due March 13th, 2023 Awards two (2) $1,500 scholarships to two deserving high school student athletes, who are graduates of an LHSAA member school   https://www.lhsaa.org/siteuploads/editorimg/file/2023%20FuzzyBrownScholarshipAppV1.pdf

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The Quell "Survivor" Scholarship: YOU CAN ONLY APPLY BETWEEN MARCH 1ST-APRIL 30TH (THEY WON'T ACCEPT UNLESS RECIEVED BETWEEN THESE DATES!  $7,500-10,000  Must have lost a parent, caregiver, or sibling to suicide. Must have 3.5 gpa. 2 letters of recommendation, personal statement, tax forms. Apply online.  https://quell-staging-media.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16205353/Quell_ScholarshipApplication_Survivor_121622.pdf

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The Quell "Fighter" Scholarship: YOU CAN ONLY APPLY BETWEEN MARCH 1ST-APRIL 30TH (THEY WON'T ACCEPT UNLESS RECIEVED BETWEEN THESE DATES!  $7,500-10,000 The Quell Foundation Fighter Scholarship is awarded to a select high school senior or a current undergraduate/graduate student being treated for a diagnosed mental health condition. Must have 3.2 gpa. 2 letters of recommendation, personal statement, tax forms. Apply online. https://quell-staging-media.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/16205350/Quell_ScholarshipApplication_Fighter_121622.pdf

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Shell Oil Company Technical Scholarship: $2,500 Due Date: March 15, 2023   Eligibility: Any student enrolled full-time in one of the following majors: geology, geophysics, physics, chemical, civil, electrical, geological, geophysical, mechanical, or petroleum engineering. Online application.

https://www.shell.us/careers/about-careers-at-shell/shell-graduate-program/scholarships.html#vanity-aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc2hlbGwudXMvY2FyZWVycy9zdHVkZW50cy1hbmQtZ3JhZHVhdGVzL3NjaG9sYXJzaGlwcy9zY2hvbGFyc2hpcC1vcHBvcnR1bml0aWVzLWZvci

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Blacks at Microsoft Scholarships: Due March 15th, 2023  Award varies: $20,000 over 4 years OR one at $2,500. Be a US-based high school senior of African descent.Plan to pursue a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or select business programs (such as finance, business administration, or marketing). Demonstrate a passion for technology. Demonstrate leadership at school or in the community. GPA of 3.0. Require financial assistance. https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/diversity/programs/bam-scholarship.aspx

 

Bubba Dove Scholarship: Due Mar 24th, 2023.  PAPER COPIES ONLY-found in Mrs. Pat's box near her office. Requirements: Reside in Terrebonne Parish, Maintain a grade point average of 2.5 or higher, Have an ACT score of at least 17. Students turn in on own.

 

SLEECA Scholarship: Due Mar 31st, 2023.  PAPER COPIES ONLY-found in Mrs. Pat's box near her office. Requirements: Must be entering freshman year at any LA school. Must live in SLECA'S service area, C average. 4-$500 scholarships for fall and spring semester.

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Terrebonne Retired Teachers Association: Due Mar 31st, 2023.  PAPER COPIES ONLY-found in Mrs. Pat's box. CAN ONLY BE TURNED IN TO ME! NO LATER THAN THURSDAY MARCH 30TH BY 9am. NO EXCEPTIONS! One-time $1,000 scholarship. GPA of 3.0 or higher. Will need 2 letters of recommendation. along with other documents. 

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Alegra Ford Thomas Scholarship: $5,000  Due April 1st, 2023  https://ncld.org/what-we-do/scholarships/allegra-ford-thomas-scholarship/   Over two years ($2,500 each year) to a graduating high school senior who will enroll in a two-year community college, a vocational or technical training program, or a specialized program for students with LD and/or ADHD in the fall. Students must have a documented learning disability (LD) and/or ADHD.

 

LA Sheriffs' Scholarship Program: $500  Due April 1st, 2023 Paper applications in Guidance box or follow this online link to print. 

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Fourchon's Oilman's Association Scholarship: Due April 6th 2-$4,000/1-$1,000 scholarships. 2.5 GPA, taken the ACT, going to a 2 or 4 yr college. A parent/gaurdian must be a member of the Oilmen's Association. https://www.fourchonoilmans.com/scholarships/

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Women's Business Alliance Scholarship: Due April 7th  1-$1,000 scholarships.  3.0 GPA, going to a LA college. Must be resident of Terrebonne or Lafourche. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE TO GET THE APPLICATION TO: wOMEN'S BUSINESS ALLIANCE OF HOUMA 6133 LA-311 Houma, LA 70360  Online or paper copies in Pat's Box  www.bayouregionwba.org

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Dairy Shrine Scholarships: Due April 15th  7-$1,000-$3,000. Seven separate scholarships will be awarded, three from the Klussendorf’s Chris Kampf fund and four from the McKown Fund. Students who are eligible include those that are successfully completing their first, second or third years at a 2-year or 4-year college or university in the United States or Canada majoring in dairy science, animal science, agri-business, or other related majors that will develop the skills needed to pursue a career in the dairy industry. Scholarships are based on activities, experience, interest in showing dairy cattle and future plans. See website: https://dairyshrine.org/youth/#scholar Youth - Dairy Shrine

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Intertech STEM Scholarship: Due April 15th  1-$2,500, non-renewable, one year scholarship. 3.3 GPA, must be a college-bound high school graduating applicant, starting higher education in the fall of 2023 with an intent to study computer science. To apply visit their website: https://www.intertech.com/stem-scholarships/   STEM Scholarships - Software Consulting - Minnesota - Intertech

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South Louisiana Bank-Warren H. Bourgeois Scholarship: Due April 17th  1-$1,500 scholarship per semester for four years.  3.0 GPA, 18 composite score in ACT, going to a NICHOLLS to pursue BUSINESS degree. Must be resident of Terrebonne Parish. Application can be found in box by guidance office. STUDENT MUST PROVIDE COPY OF TRANSCRIPT AND ACT SCORE. STUDENT IS RESPONSIBLE TO GET THE APPLICATION TO HCS GUIDANCE BY APRIL 17th so we can mail it. 

 

Kiwanis Scholarship: $1,000  Due April 17th, 2023  http://kiwanishouma.com/    https://www.kiwanis.org/childrens-fund/grants/scholarship-opportunities   Avalible if attending NSU or Fletcher! IF ATTENDING NSU IN THE FALL, YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO JOIN THE NSU CIRCLE K ORGANINATION (Kiwanis for college)-it is VERY easy to fulfill their service requirements and your enrollment fee will be paid for by the Kiwanis organization. HCS students qualify based on the fact that we did have a Key Club at one time (Missions replaced it). YOU MUST HAVE ALL DOCUMENTATION, APPLICATION ETC EMAILED AS 1 pdf FILE TO TURN IN. Application, letter of recommendation, ACT scores, transcript needed. This is a service based organization so please apply if you are service heavy. TURN IN THROUGH EMAIL ONLY! Paper copies are in Guidance box near the counseling office. 

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Medical Society of Terrebonne: Due April 20th. $500  2X'S. Financial need, resident of Terr Parish, 3.0GPA or higher, ACT 21 or higher. ENROLLMENT IN HEALTHCARE FIELD NOT REQUIRED. PAPER COPIES ONLY-found in Mrs. Pat's box. CAN ONLY BE TURNED IN TO ME! NO LATER THAN APRIL 20TH BY 9am. NO EXCEPTIONS! 

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Bayou Industrial Group Scholarship: Due April 30th $500 per semester & it's continuing. NSU or Flecher, 2 or 4 yr degree, resident of Lafourche or Terrebone.  Application for graduating high school seniors attending Nicholls: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2023-BIG-scholarship-nicholls  Application for graduating high school seniors attending Fletcher (all programs and industrial certifications): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2023-BIG-scholarship-fletcher

 

Odenza Vacations College Scholarship: Due May 1st  1-$500 scholarship.  2.5 GPA (or higher). Must be between 17-24years old and resident of U.S or Canada. To enter visit their website to submit an answer to the essay question, which can be found on the application page: Application (odenzavacationsscholarships.com)

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Review It Scholarship: Due May 15th 1-$1,000 scholarship.  2.5 GPA (or higher). Must be attending college or university no later than September of 2023 in the U.S. *Note that you can be enrolled in any field of study. To apply submit your Movie Review no later than 11:59 PM EST on the day of the deadline: 

 chiureviewsscholarship.com   *THIS SCHOLARSHIP RUNS MONTHLY, SO YOU SHOULD BEABLE TO SUBMIT A REVIEW/APPLICATION ONCE A MONTH-CHECK THE WEBSITE MONTHLY.

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South Central Industrial Association: Due May 15th, 2023  https://sciaprd.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/SCIA-Scholarship-Application-2021.pdf

The South Central Industrial Association offers Six merit-based scholarships annually: The Otis T. Logue Scholarship, The Billy Forshag Memorial Scholarship*, and four additional SCIA scholarships dedicated to improving the opportunity for higher education for our youth by providing financial assistance to qualified candidates.

SCIA is also the facilitator of three Gordon “Bubba” Dove Foundation scholarships. The same application and process applies for these scholarships. 

 

South Central Industrial Associaiton: Due May 15th, 2023 NEEDS BASED SCHOLARSHIP  You apply directly through the FLetcher or NSU scholarship page.     

For the first time, SCIA is offering two needs-based scholarships, in addition to their annual merit-based scholarships.  One needs-based scholarship will be offered to a student attending Fletcher Technical Community College and the other to an undergraduate or graduate student attending Nicholls State University.   

Unlike the merit-based scholarships, once the needs-based scholarship is awarded, the student can continue to receive the same financial assistance from SCIA each semester for up to four years, as long as the student meets a minimum GPA.  In addition, each semester, a new student will be awarded another scholarship that they too can carry from semester to semester!