CURRENT SCHOLARSHIPS

 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards – The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards were created by the National Association of Secondary School Principals and Prudential Financial in 1995 to honor both middle level and high school students for outstanding acts of community service.  This unique program provides an ideal opportunity for our school to celebrate the spirit of volunteerism throughout our student body, and to recognize those students who have distinguished themselves through volunteer work.  If you have taken part in community service activities over the past year, fill out an online application at www.prudential.com/spirit or at www.principals/org/prudential (access key: spirit).  Once you have completed the online application, it must be printed out, signed, and submitted to Ms. Beck in the FC Office by October 15, 2008.

 Education Matters Scholarship – One $5,000 scholarship will be awarded to the student who best responds to a specific online topic (250 words or less).  Eligible students must be at least 13 years of age or older, legal residents of the Unites States, and must have completed a scholarship search profile online at www.scholarshipexpert.com.  Essay topic and additional information is available in the FC Scholarship Cabinet. Apply now at http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx  Deadline to apply online is October 31, 2008.

 Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation – Since the program’s inception in 1986, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation has awarded more than 4,000 exceptional high school students $35 million in scholarships to attend college.  Scholars are selected based upon academic achievement, their capacity to lead, and their hours of dedicated community service.  Becoming a Coca-Cola Scholar means a lifetime commitment to service and giving back to one’s community.  High school seniors are eligible to apply for $3 million in college scholarships: 250 awards are presented annually with 50 scholarships for $20,000 and 200 scholarships for $10,000.  Apply online at www.coca-colascholars.org – click on Coca-Cola Four Year Award for Seniors.  Deadline October 31, 2008.

 Shorter College – Shorter College will waive the $25 application fee for students that complete the application (paper copy or online – your choice) for admission by October 31, 2008.  To apply online, visit https://scholar.shorter.edu/ics/Admissions.  APPLY BY October 31, 2008.

 The Ron Brown Scholar Program – is pleased to announce its annual scholarship program.  Awards will be given to African-American high school seniors who will make significant contributions to society. Applicants must excel academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need.  Students who apply by November 1, 2008 are considered for the Ron Brown Scholar Program and will have their application information forwarded to a select and limited number of additional scholarship providers. (You are still responsible for applying to all scholarship programs for which you are interested).  Applications and additional information are available on line at www.ronbrown.org and in the FC Scholarship Cabinet.  Postmark Deadline November 1, 2008 (to be considered for both opportunities.)

CollegeWeekLive.com Scholarship – One $3,500 scholarship will be awarded to the student who best responds to a specific essay topic.  This award is open to all international and U.S. high school students in grades 9-12.  In order to be eligible, students must log-in and participate in the free CollegeWeekLive.com virtual college fair that will be held online November 12-13, 2008.  Essay topic and additional information is available in the FC Scholarship Cabinet.  Applications are now being accepted online at http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/showApp.htx?appId=10440.  Deadline to apply online is November 9, 2008.

 Naval Helicopter Association Scholarship – The NHS Scholarship Fund is looking for qualified applicants for several scholarship awards.  The will award four (4) national undergraduate scholarships, ranging in value from $2,500 to $3,000; they will also award five (5) regional undergraduate awards, each worth $2,000.  There is no restriction on eligibility – but students with military affiliation (either prior service or a relative who has served) are given special consideration.  Apply online at http://ismene.lunarmania.com/~nhasc0/nhascholarshipfund/  Deadline November 15, 2008.

 Nestle’ Very Best in Youth Program – This program was created to spotlight the best in youth leadership.  The program identifies teens whose efforts are making a profound impact in lives other than their own.  Nestle’ applauds the passionate commitment to community service made by these young people.  Nestle’ helps young people who want to make a difference realize their dreams by donating $1,000 in the name of each winner to the charity of his/her choice.  Nestle’ also awards the winner a trip for them and their parents to Los Angles for the Nestle’ VBIY awards ceremony.  Winners are also featured in a special publication and all entrants will receive a certificate of achievement from Nestle’ and samples of Nestle’ products!  Nominees must be between 13 and 18 years old, demonstrate good citizenship, have a strong academic record, and show how they have made a special contribution to their school, church, or community.  Apply online at www.nestle-verybestinyouth.com – applications are also available in the FC Scholarship Cabinet.  Deadline November 20, 2008.

 Texas A&M University Honors Program – The Honors Program provides attractive opportunities for competitive academic scholarships and honors study.  Typically, over 600 applicants are offered a President’s Endowed, Lechner, or McFadden Scholarship, which range in value from $10,000 to more than $12,000 and cover approximately ¾ of the cost of required tuition and fees.  Texas A&M also offers one-year Merit Plus Awards of $2,000 to all National Merit Semifinalists who enroll in the freshman class.  Texas A&M invites you to apply and be considered for Academic Scholarships.  To be considered for scholarships, applications must be received in the Honors Program Office by December 1, 2008 – but they strongly suggest you apply prior to November 1, 2008.  Applications are available online at https://www.applytexas.org, or in the FC Scholarship Cabinet.

 The Society For Automotive Engineers (SAE) – This organization offers more than 60 scholarship awards from $1,000 - $10,000 annually.  Interested students must be a senior at the date of application, intend to earn a degree in engineering or related science, and meet individual scholarship criteria.  Starting this year – no application fees!  Applications are accepted September 1 – December 1. Visit http://www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm for additional information and application instructions.  Postmark Deadline December 1, 2008. 

 AXA Achievement Scholarship – Many students are affected by the high and rising coasts of college tuition – so to help, the AXA Foundation offers their annual AXA Achievement Scholarship!  They will award one (1) $10,000 scholarship in each state (52 scholarships of $10,000 each!), and then 10 scholarships worth $15,000 each will be awarded to the 10 national recipients chosen from the pool of 52 state winners.  Qualified students are those who set and reach ambitious goals, demonstrate drive, determination, and ability to succeed in college and who have respect for self, family, and community.  For more information and application instructions, visit www.axa-achievement.com.  Deadline December 15, 2008.

 The Ron Brown Scholar Program – is pleased to announce its annual scholarship program.  Awards will be given to African-American high school seniors who will make significant contributions to society. Applicants must excel academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need.  Applications and additional information are available on line at www.ronbrown.org.  Postmark Deadline January 9, 2009 (to be considered for the Ron Brown Scholar Program only)

 Gates Millennium Scholars – The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation presents its annual scholarship award for undergraduate and graduate students.  This award is open to minority students who have significant financial need and leadership capabilities.  Interested students can pick-up an application packet in the FC Office or visit www.gmsp.org for an application and additional information.  Deadline January 12, 2009 for online applications and POSTMARK deadline for paper applications

 Cobb County Schools Educational Foundation Academic Scholarship – Each year, the Cobb County Public Schools Educational Foundation awards two (2) $1,000 senior scholarships to students attending each of the 16 Cobb County High Schools.  Qualified applicants must demonstrate involvement in extracurricular/community activities, leadership traits, and academic success.  Applications are available in the FC Scholarship Cabinet.  Please let Ms. Beck know if you are applying for this scholarship (send an email or leave her a note). 

Postmark Deadline February 27, 2009.

Other Important Opportunities

 Virtual Team Challenge – Save the Date for the Fall Competition!  This is a special e-learning opportunity.  You will learn, have fun, work in teams, and compete in a virtual business world to raise money for an environmental disaster.  Registration now open.  Reserve your spot today at www.virtualteamchallenge.com.  Competition dates are October 12 – November 21, 2008.

 **Please note that not all scholarships have been researched and that it is the student's responsibility to investigate the information.**

 INFORMATION ON MANY SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES CAN BE FOUND IN SCHOLARSHIP CABINET, LOCATED IN THE FC OFFICE, OUTSIDE MS. BECK’S OFFICE.  PAPER COPIES OF MANY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS TO TAKE AS WELL. 

 The Hope Scholarship Eligibility - 2007

	Current Method	2007 Method
High School Reports to GSFC	Student GPA's only	A complete transcript with course history
HOPE Grade Eligibility Determined by:	Local High School	Georgia Student Finance Commission
Nominal Standard for Eligibility:                         College Preparatory:             Other Diploma Types:	3.0 on a 4.0 scale or 80 on a numerical scale                       3.2 on a 4.0 scale or 85 on a numerical scale	3.0 on a true 4.0 scale - no numerical standard                    3.2 on a true 4.0 scale - no numerical standard
Core Credits counted in Calculation:  English-                                    Mathematics-                             Science-                                    Social Studies-                           Foreign Language (college prep only)	4 Highest Graded Credits            4 Highest Graded Credits            3 Highest Graded Credits             3 Highest Graded Credits            2 Highest Graded Credits	All credits Attempted                    All credits Attempted                   All credits Attempted                    All credits Attempted                    All credits Attempted
Courses Weighted in GPA Calculation	Any May be Weighed (Local Discretion)	Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate only
Weighting done by	local high school system	Georgia Student Finance Commission
Value of Weights	Locally Determined	Uniform Across the State

 *All GPA's are not weighted.