CHS COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER - ROOM 103 CHS SCHOLARSHIP BULLETIN This list is available online at the Curtis High School web site at: www.upsd.wednet.edu/CHS (Click “College & Career”. Click “College Planning”. Click “Scholarships”.) List updated on April 8, 2014 What can I do right now to prepare myself to apply for scholarships?  Have copies of at least three (3) good letters of recommendation from teachers, employers or mentors.  Be able to show documented proof of community or volunteer service.  Know your current cumulative GPA.  Know your SAT or ACT scores or be preparing to take the SAT or ACT.  Write a one to two page essay that highlights your strengths and touches on the following information: o Academic Achievements o School Activities o Community Services o Unique Achievements o Leadership Qualities  This essay can be used over-and-over to apply for multiple scholarships so take the time to make the best! Helpful Hints for Completing Applications:  Print all worksheets/applications and prepare a draft before completing online.  Transcripts are available from the Guidance Office. Attendance reports are available from the Attendance Office.  "Deadline" means scholarship application is due at individual scholarship office, NOT postmarked on deadline date.  Every college and university offers scholarships and financial aid. It is recommended you contact your favorite college or university early in your college planning. Most colleges have web sites with their scholarships, awards and honors programs listed. Curtis CEEB Code 481382 CHS COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER - ROOM 103 DEADLINE SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS AWARD GRADE 04.09.2014 The Robert & Christine Hager Memorial Scholarship $500 11 & 12 $300 12 $2,000-$2,500 each 12 04.11.2014 04.15.2014 04.28.2014 04.30.2014  Must be a CHS Running Start student  Student must have a minimum 2.0 current GPA and minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA  Student is required to submit a transcript, completed application, and a one-page personal statement (See Application Packet for detailed requirements).  Application packet must be completed electronically and printed. Click HERE to access the electronic application.  Drop off completed application packet at CHS College & Career Center, Room 103. Deadline is no later than 2:30pm on April 9, 2014 University Place Classified Association Student Scholarship  Must have a parent/guardian/grandparent working as a classified employee of the University Place School District under the UPCA umbrella  Student is required to submit a transcript, completed application, one letter of recommendation, resume (See Application Packet for detailed requirements)  Applications available in the CCC, Room 103 UW Nikkei Alumni Association Scholarship  Applicant must be of Japanese ancestry who plan to attend the University of Washington  Based on financial need, academic achievement and community service, especially in the Asian-American community  Applications available online at www.uwnikkeialums.org Paul R. Wineman Freshman Scholarship / Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity (UW)  Must be a freshman male student at The University of Washington Fall 2013  Applications available in the CCC, Room 103 The Matrons Club  Must be a African-American Senior, planning to attend a four-year college or university, or will enroll in a two-year college  Min 2.5 GPA & High School/Community Activities  Need 3 Letters of Recommendation; Personal Statement of 300 words about your academic achievements, community activities, and future plans for your profession or occupation.  Applications available in the CCC, Room 103 (5 Awards) $1,000 (1 each) 12 $500 (4 each) TBD 12 CHS COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER - ROOM 103 DEADLINE SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS AWARD GRADE 05.01.2014 Nordstrom Scholarship - 80 students are awarded a $10,000 scholarship, which is paid over four years to the college of his or her choice. In order to be considered for a scholarship, students must:  Available to high school juniors planning to attend a 4-year college/university after graduation  Have a cumulative unweighted GPA of at least 2.7  Have made a substantial contribution to his or her community & be involved in school activities  Demonstrate a financial need  Currently reside and attend school in the Washington/Alaska region  Additional details online www.nordstrom.com /scholarship $10,000 each (80 awards) 11 05.03.2014 The Berol-Shindell Scholarship / Hillel Foundation for Jewish Life at the UW  Available to students attending UW who are Jewish and in financial need  An additional scholarship is available for a Jewish woman majoring in math, science, or computer science  Complete an application www.hilleluw.org 05.05.2014 Fire Fighters Memorial Scholarship / Tacoma Professional Firefighter’s Union  Must be a son/daughter of an active or retired Tacoma Fire Fighter in good standing  Have at least a cumulative 3.0 AND in upper third of class  Complete an application and submit two letters of reference, person al summary, and transcript  Applications and complete details available in the CHS CCC, Room 103 $2,000 12 05.19.2014 Ray Gibson Caballeros Club Academic Award TBD 12 $5,500 12 05.20.2014  Offered to Africa-American male and female high school seniors  Must complete an application, three letters of recommendations, essay, and a personal statement  Contact Everlena Murphy at 253-752-6351. Applications available in the CHS CCC, Room 103 Silme Domingo & Gene Viernes Scholarhsip (Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies @ UW Seattle)  Available to students attending UW Seattle fall 2013  Students must be interested in labor studies and have demonstrated financial need  Must Submit: 1) Brief written statement explaining your commitment to the study of labor OR to involvement with the labor movement and social justice; 2) Letter of support from a teacher or community member; 3) Up-to-date contact information, including email, mailing addresses, and phone number; 4) Include a note indicating if you have applied to UW but have not yet received notice from the Admissions Office  Send information above by email at [email protected] or mail to: Andrew Hedden, Program Coordinator, Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies, University of Washington, PO Box 353530, Seattle, WA 98195-3530  Detailed information available at http://depts.washington.edu/pcls/ 12 CHS COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER - ROOM 103 DEADLINE SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS AWARD GRADE 06.22.2014 Larry L Frost Memorial Golf Scholarship (Tacoma Police Union Local #6)  Must be an above-average pierce county high school student, who desires to further their education, has shown athletic prowess in golf, has no police record, is of outstanding character, and demonstrates a financial need  Candidate must be an active member of a high school golf team or can be a high school golfer with a USGA certified handicap  See Application for full details. Copies available in the CCC, Room 103 TBD 12 OTHER COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS & INFORMATION Career College Scholarships – Visit www.imagine-america.org or www.nwcareercolleges.com For students interested in attending a career college: Art Institute of Seattle / DigiPen Institute of Technology / Everest College / Gene Juarez Academy TheWashBoard.org – Free website allows students to search and apply for verified scholarships that are specific to their academic interests, college/university, and other criteria. This website is spam-free and personal information will never be sold. Go to www.theWashBoard.org BigFuture.CollegeBoard.org – Free website to search for scholarships and learn about how to pay for college. Go to the website at https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college Western Undergraduate Exchange Program (WUE) – The WUE is a program of the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE). Students who are residents of WICHE states may enroll at participating two- and four-year college programs outside of their home state at a REDUCED TUITION rate. WICHE states include: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming. More information available at wue.wiche.edu COLLEGE & CAREER OPPORTUNITIES UW NURSE CAMP | July 21 - July 25 Are you currently interested in learning what the nursing field is all about? Do you want to know how to get into nursing school? Apply to participate in the University of Washington School of Nursing's Nurse Camp. This FREE week-long day camp is geared toward increasing access and opportunities in nursing to minority and low-income high school sophomores and juniors. (Must be 16 by July 21, 2014) Application and detailed information available online at http://nursing.uw.edu/nursecamp DUE APRIL 15, 2014 YOUNG, GIFTED & BLACK CONFERENCE (YGB) Sponsored by UW Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity | May 10 YGB is a FREE one-day conference for African American high school students (freshmen, sophomores, and juniors) who are interested in attending college. Availability is limited to a “first-come, first-served” eligibility basis with higher priority given to students with a cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher. Applications available online https://depts.washington.edu/reach/events-and-programs/summer-events/young-gifted-black/ DUE APRIL 28, 2014