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

A Balfour representative will be at UGHS on Tuesday, October 16th, from 11:00 – 1:30 pm to give you information about Graduation announcements and other Senior products. You may come to the gym during one of your IF’s.

Christian College Fair Tuesday Oct 23rd 10 am-Noon Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy Registration: ChristianCollegeFairs.com

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. See the website for more details

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)

Scholarship Information

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.

Deadline to apply is October 25th. Horatio Alger Range from $1,000-$60,000 to students involved in co-curricular and community activities are eligible for this scholarship. The Horatio Alger National Scholarships rewards students who demonstrate integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity. Critical financial need; 2.0+ GPA https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/ Deadline to apply is October 25th.

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

Horatio Alger National Scholarships Due: Oct 25th Amount: $25,000 Must be involved in co-curricular and community activities & demonstrate integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity; critical financial need 2.0 GPA https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/about-our-scholarship-programs/national-scholarships/ …  

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

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

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/

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

See Ms. Watts in the counseling office to be nominated. From now until September 27, Sallie Mae is accepting nominations for the Bridging the Dream Scholarship. This year, they will be awarding a new group of inspiring high school students with $25,000 each. Do you know a high school junior or senior ·     who works hard and inspires others; ·     has an interesting story to tell; and ·     is gifted or skilled in a way you think is outstanding?   See Ms. Watts in the counseling office to be nominated.

UNC Charlotte Levine Scholars Program Due: Oct 8th Amount: Full cost to attend UNC Charlotte Must demonstrate a commitment to community service, intellectual curiosity and the capacity for ethical leadership See Ms. Watts for more information  

Horatio Alger National Scholarships Due: Oct 25th Amount: $25,000 Must be involved in co-curricular and community activities & demonstrate integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity; critical financial need 2.0 GPA https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/about-our-scholarship-programs/national-scholarships/ …  

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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