.The Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. With the 29th class in 2017, the Foundation has provided over 5,850 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $63 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.

Deadline: October 31, 2017

Please visit http://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/ for more information.

The Gates Scholarship is a highly selective, full scholarship for exceptional, Pell-eligible, minority, high school seniors. Starting in 2018, the scholarship will be awarded to 300 top student leaders each year with the intent of promoting their academic excellence through college graduation, and providing them the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Scholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance* that is not already covered by other financial aid and the expected family contribution, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

To apply, students must be:

• A high school senior
• From at least one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American
• Pell-eligible
• A US citizen, national or permanent resident
• A minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale

For more information, please visit: https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship 
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Trade Five Scholarship Deadlines Are:
 
Fall 2017 is September 29, 2017
Spring 2018 is December 15, 2017
Summer 2018 is March 30, 2018
 
Trade Five Scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors entering a TCSG institution in a field of study leading to a high demand career in the skilled trades. These scholarships are made available by a collaborative effort of Trade Five, and the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). Trade Five Scholarships can be used to cover tuition, requisite fees and materials.

Eligibility Requirements:
In order to qualify for a scholarship provided through the Trade Five Foundation, an applicant must:
1. be a citizen of the United States and a resident of the state of Georgia;
2. be a graduating 2017 high school senior from a Georgia high school;
3. be admitted to or enrolled in a TCSG institution at the time of funding award in one of the following program areas that prepare the student for a career identified through the Governor’s High Demand Career Initiative and that falls within one of the Trade Five industries (manufacturing, telecommunications, energy, logistics, film or construction);
4. plan to enroll in a TCSG institution no later than Summer 2017;
5. demonstrate in an essay (500 words or less) how this scholarship will benefit the applicant and his/her future educational plans;
6. include a letter of recommendation from a high school instructor, counselor, administrator, or Trade Five industry partner;
7. provide a copy of the TCSG acceptance letter or class schedule; and,
8. be registered in the Trade Five website database,
9. include all required documentation must be included at the time of submission.
Deadlines:
Scholarships will be awarded three times per year in spring, summer and fall. The deadlines for applications are as follows: September 29 (fall), December 15 (spring), March 30 (summer).

​Please see the following link for more information https://www.cognitoforms.com/GDECD1/TradeFiveScholarship.

The Siemens Foundation established the Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology in 1999. The Competition is the nation’s premier science research competition for high school students and seeks to promote excellence by encouraging students to undertake individual or team research projects. It fosters intensive research that improves students' understanding of the value of scientific study and informs their consideration of future careers in these disciplines. Scholarships for winning projects range from $1,000 to $100,000.

For more information visit https://siemenscompetition.discoveryeducation.com/.

This scholarship is open to high school seniors (Class of 2018) who are planning to enroll in a full-time course of study toward a bachelor’s degree at an accredited four-year U.S. college or university. Applicant must maintain a minimum cumulative unweighted 3.7 GPA.

To be eligible you must:

• Prioritize academic excellence (maintaining a minimum cumulative unweighted 3.7 grade point average/4.0 scale or equivalent in their high school studies);
• Be a citizen of the United States of America;
• Be in the high school graduating Class of 2018, planning to enroll in a full-time course of study toward a bachelor’s degree at an accredited four-year U.S. college or university for the full academic year following high school graduation;
• Excel in a broad variety of extracurricular activities. This includes, but is not limited to: athletics, academic clubs, music lessons, performance art, and philanthropic organizations;
• Be motivated leaders with a strong work ethic and social acumen. Scholars rise to the occasion and are both candid and confident;
• Demonstrate active participation in community service and in civic-minded arenas, exhibiting an appreciation for the world outside themselves and a belief in their own capacity to effect change on scales both large and small;
• And submit the online application, two (2) required letters of recommendation (link provided once the student-portion of the application is submitted - if you require more time for your recommendations, you may contact the Foundation directly to request the form), and transcript certifying academic performance, by the application deadline. PLEASE NOTE THAT INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
  

This scholarship awards up to $50,000. The regular application deadline is September 15th.

For more information visit http://www.bryancameroneducationfoundation.org/cameron-impact-scholarship/submit-an-application

The National Driving and Traffic School is proud to announce their 2017 scholarship opportunity, entitled “Youth Forward.” The company is seeking applicants for six $500 scholarships rewarding a deserving youth – either enrolled as a High School Sophomore, Junior, or Senior or as a College Freshman – on the topic of volunteerism and youth.

For more information visit https://www.dmvedu.org/scholarship/.

Eligibility

• You must be a legal U.S. resident, studying in the United States.
  
• You need to be enrolled or seeking enrollment in a full-time graduate or undergraduate course at an accredited university in the U.S.
• You must have a minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0.
• You need to write an essay giving us your thoughts, opinions, arguments, and reasoning on The Impact of Connected Technology on Society.
• The essay should be between 1,300 and 1,500 words.
• Please also send us a letter of recommendation from your professor or other academic professional, highlighting your approach, thought-leadership, and any other relevant ideas and areas.
  

This scholarship awards up to $2.500. For more information visit https://www.sciencelogic.com/company/scholarship.

Eligibility:

• Applicants must be High School Seniors graduating and entering an accredited college or technical school.
• Applicants must be a member of Georgia United Credit Union and in good standing.
• All components must be submitted by midnight on February 28, for your application to be considered.

Entry Requirements:

• Create a video under 1 minute answering the question above.
• Submit an online application including your scholastic achievements and community service projects.

Applications will be accepted February 1 - 28, 2018

This scholarship awards up to $10,000.

For more information visit https://gucu.org/savings-checking/young-member-programs/high-school-scholarships.

The Greenhouse Scholars scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors planning to attend a four-year accredited academic institution. Applicant must demonstrate financial need (annual household income no greater than $70,000) and have a cumulative, unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and a legal resident of Colorado, Georgia, Illinois or North Carolina.

The award amount is up to $5,000.

For more information visit  http://greenhousescholars.org/our-scholars/become-a-scholar/.

Entering its 19th year, the Youth Awards honor Latino high school seniors who excel in the classroom and community and for their focus in various categories including: Business & Entrepreneurship, Community Service, Education, Healthcare & Science, Media & Entertainment, Science, Technology, and Engineering, & Mathematics (STEM)
Three awards for each student category are given in each of the different regions across the country. In addition, one Regional Award winning student from each category will be selected as the National Youth Award recipient in his or her respective category.
Youth Awards begin with a high-profile, national search through a celebrity-based multimedia campaign that includes partnerships with more than 5,000 high schools and hundreds of colleges, media, elected officials, businesses and organizations. Approximately 10,000 applications are collected from qualified juniors who are honored as seniors in the fall.
Students have an average GPA of 3.5 or higher, and are promoted as role models to inspire others and shatter negative stereotypes. Youth Awardees can receive grants for education or community projects to encourage social innovation and entrepreneurship.

Eligibility:

• Must be graduating from an accredited high school in the Spring of 2018
• Must have an un-weighted 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
• Be of Hispanic Heritage including (includes Spain, Brazil, Philippines)
• Planning to enroll full-time in a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited higher education institution in the fall directly after your graduation from high school
• If selected, attendance to the regional ceremony is mandatory. Travel to the ceremony will be at the recipient’s expense
• Completed online application including a letter of recommendation, transcript and essay questions
• Be a Permanent Resident, DACA, U.S. Citizen or Eligible Non-Citizen
  

For more information visit http://hispanicheritage.org/programs/leadership/youth-awards/.