College & Scholarship Information Union Grove High School College & Scholarship Information

College Acceptances October 2018 Emerson Elliott – University of Alabama Kylah Jones-Vinson – College of Coastal Georgia Saadiq Mitchell-Columbia College Hollywood

SENIORS! The deadline for senior ads is fast approaching! Friday, Nov. 2 is the last day to buy a senior ad without a late fee! (Nov. 16 is the last day to buy a senior ad.) Forms are on the school website under “Activities” & “yearbook”!

Financial Aid Information: -@UGScholarships -Monthly Newsletter (located in the counseling office and on UGHS website) -Scholarship/Financial Aid Bulletin Board (located across from the counseling office-snap a pic!) -UGHS Website (see School Counselor’s page)

Visit gaprobe.org to register! Probe College Fair Stockbridge High November 5, 2018 6PM-8PM 1151 Old Conyers Rd Stockbridge, GA 30281 Visit gaprobe.org to register! Bring your: Transcript Questions Winning Attitude 80+ colleges will be there Let your counselor know if you plan to attend

Open House Application fees will be waived during this event 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Thursday, November 15 SCTC Henry County Center 300 Lakemont Drive, McDonough Learn about our programs offered Enjoy Refreshments www.sctech.edu For more information, contact recruiter@sctech.edu

Financial Aid Night Tuesday, November 13th at 6:00 pm in the UGHS Commons

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Jacksonville State University Office of Admissions Next Monday, October 29th through Friday, November 2nd will be Alabama's College Application Week. To celebrate, JSU is providing the following promotional code for students to be able to apply for admission without a fee. FREEWEEK The code will become active at 12:00 am CST on October 29th and expire at 11:59 pm CST on November 2nd. It can be added into the "promotional code" field on the freshman application.

Chick Evans Scholarship for Caddies Applicants must have caddied, successfully and regularly, for a minimum of two years and are expected to caddie at their sponsoring club the year they apply for the scholarship. Also must have a B average. Amount of scholarship varies. Deadline is October 30th. For more information and to apply, please visit https://www.wgaesf.org/site/c.dwJTKiO0JgI8G/b.7512567/k.47CB/Evans_Sholarship_Application.htm

Rho Sigma Lambda Chapter Presents Alpha Leadership Development & Citizenship Education Institute March 16, 2019 (9am – 3pm) @ Stockbridge High School For Male and Female students grades 10th-12th. Applications due January 31st. Visit the Alpha Phi Alpha website for more details

Profile in Courage Essay Contest The contest is open to United States high school students in grades nine through twelve attending public, private, parochial, or home schools  A top prize of $10,000 The Profile in Courage Essay Contest is open for submissions. The contest deadline is January 18, 2019. For more information or to apply, please go to https://www.jfklibrary.org/Education/Profile-in-Courage-Essay-Contest.aspx

Mentors Instructing Students Toward Effective Role Models Males from diverse backgrounds interested in teaching careers are eligible to apply for a scholarship up to $12,000. Please see the website for deadline details and participating colleges. https://www.Clemson.edu/education/callmemister/application.html

American Fire Sprinkler Association Scholarship Apply for a chance to win one of ten $2,000 scholarships! Graduating seniors planning to attend college/trade school are eligible. The application window is from September 1st – April 1st. Visit the website http://www.afsascholarships.org for more details and to apply.

Want to study MUSIC in college? There's a scholarship for that The Notes for the Future Scholarship Program, offered by International Scholarship and Tuition Services, Inc. (ISTS) will award scholarships of up to $1,000 to promising young musicians in the United States. Open to high school sophomores, juniors and seniors who plan to study music in college (vocal or instrumental) and can submit an audition of a live solo performance Apply October 15 - December 4, 2018 For more information & a link to apply, visit: programs.applyISTS.com/NFTFscholarship

VFW Voice of Democracy Audio Essay Contest Due: Oct 31st Amount: Varies ($1,000-$30,000) Students compete by writing & recording an audio essay on an annual patriotic theme; This year’s theme-Why My Vote Matters   https://www.vfw.org/-/media/vfwsite/files/community/youth-and-education/voice-of-democracy-student-entry-form-and-brochure.pdf?la=en

Deadline to apply is October 31st. Coca-Cola Scholars 150 scholars will receive $20,000 High school seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA, who exhibit leadership, and have a motivation to serve and achieve are eligible to apply. Deadline to apply is October 31st. http://www.coca-colascholars.org

10 students will receive $10,000 a year for 4 years! African American high school seniors with academic excellence, exceptional leadership, community involvement, and financial need are eligible to apply. Deadline to apply is November 1st Visit the website http://www.ronbrown.org to apply

Robertson Scholars Program For high-achieving students applying to Duke and/or UNC Up to $140,000 for 4 years of study at either institution Deadline to apply is November 15th Check website for more details http://robertsonscholars.org/

“Education Matters” Scholarship Must answer a scholarship question online in 250 words or less. “What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn’t matter, or that college is a waste of time and money?” $5,000 scholarship prize Deadline is November 30th https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/education-matters-scholarship

Apply online at www.auburn.edu/scholarship Seniors with a 3.0 GPA and at least the minimum ACT/SAT requirements are eligible to receive an academic scholarship in the amount of $2,000-Full Tuition. Completed applications with required materials must be received by December 1st. Apply online at www.auburn.edu/scholarship

Davidson College Belk Scholarship If you are extremely motivated and a bright high school senior, then you may be eligible to win full tuition, room and board, and summer stipends for 4 years. One student per school may be nominated, so talk with your counselor today about the scholarship. Counselor nomination deadline is November 9th and Application Deadline is December 3rd. http://www.Davidson.edu/adminssion-and-financial-aid/john-belk-sholarship

Deadline to apply is December 14th . AXA Achievement Amount Varies AXA Achievers are ethnically and economically diverse and also share these qualities: Ambition and drive Determination to set and reach goals Respect for self, family and community Ability to succeed in college https://www.scholarsapply.org/axa-achievement/ Deadline to apply is December 14th .

Dirk Derrick Car & Truck Accident Injury Scholarship A $1,000 Scholarship For Those Affected By Auto Accidents Students applying must submit an essay where you explain, present, inspire, or otherwise convince us as to why you deserve to win this scholarship. There are no conditions or requirements for this essay.  The deadline to apply for this scholarship is December 15th of each year.

Henry County Scholarship Foundation www.henryscholarships.com Due end of January; Award amount is $500-$1,000; The application is simple: official transcript, financial information, a short essay, etc. Class of 2019 application will open soon

Test Prep

October 27 & November 3 November 10 & 17 Math & English 8 hr. Sessions Gordon College Academy for Advanced Studies McDonough McDonough October 15-25 Visit www.gordonstate.edu/commed  select registration tab Junior Highlanders  Barnesville October 27 & November 3 November 10 & 17

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