Scholarship Newsletter January 2015 - Jamesville

Scholarships
January 2015
Welcome 2015!
We hope you had a great Holiday Break and are gearing up for a strong finish to your high school
career! As admission applications come to a close, the Financial Aid/Scholarship portion of the
college process will begin to take shape. Be reminded that you can now begin to apply for Federal
Aid by using the FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid. We encourage you to get in
your applications as soon as possible. Be aware of deadlines & dates; we do not want you to miss
your chance! We will continue to post updated newsletters as more opportunities become available!
~ The Counseling Center Staff
ZONTA FOUNDATION OF SYRACUSE, INC.
HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS
The Zonta Foundation of Syracuse, Inc., provides a variety of funding opportunities to girls graduating
from high schools on Onondaga County. Students may apply for more than one scholarship/award, but
must include a completed application with all the attachments for each, as they are considered
separately.
SCHOLARSHIPS
2015 Amelia Earhart Aeronautics/STEM Scholarship – young women with proposed
majors in aeronautics, engineering, math or science
Edna B. Davis Music Scholarship – young women pursuing music education,
performance or other related degree
Ursula Pettengill Scholarship – for young women pursuing dietetics, nutrition or
another health science related degree
Jane Klausman Scholarship - awarded to a graduating high school senior girl with a
grade point average of 3.2 or higher who has applied to or has been accepted by
an accredited university/college/institute pursuing an education in business.
AWARDS
Jean M Coon Award – awarded to a young woman with an active commitment to the
community through volunteer work
Young Women in Public Affairs – awarded to a young woman with a commitment to
volunteering, experience in student government and volunteer leadership
achievements which further Zonta’s mission of advancing the status of women
and girls
More information is available in the Counseling Center
DEADLINE ~ 20 JANUARY
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2015 SECNY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
This year, SECNY FCU will award five $1000 Scholarships to deserving high school seniors.
Applications for the 2015 Scholarship Program will be available in all SECNY offices, and online
beginning 1 December.
www.secny.org
DEADLINE ~ 31 JANUARY
TRADITION OF CARING NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is open to all local high school seniors and college students pursuing a degree in
nursing who will be enrolled during the 2015-16 school year. Recipients are selected from applicants
who meet eligibility requirements and have permanent resident in a community served by New Comer
Funeral Home. The scholarship can be used in any area of study in the field of nursing.
To download an application, please visit:
www.NewComerFamily.com/scholarship
DEADLINE ~ 31 JANUARY
SEFCU & THE CREDIT UNION ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK
2015 SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
In an effort to help further the education of local high school students, SEFCU and the family of John
Ilacqua, a former SEFCU Board member, are offering scholarships ranging from $500 to $2500 to
credit union members throughout the state. Seniors may be eligible to apply for one of several $1000
SEFCU Smart Sense scholarships, or $500 or $1000 awards through the annual CUANY Scholarship
Program. In addition, a one-time $2500 John Ilacqua Memorial Scholarship will also be awarded to a
high school senior planning to attend Siena College.
To request an application packet, email:
[email protected]
DEADLINE ~ 31 JANUARY
AXA ACHIEVEMENT COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP
The AXA Achievement Community Scholarship Program brings advice and access to higher education
into every community in with AXA has a presence. Every AXA Advisors’ branch office nationwide
distributes up to twelve $2000 scholarships to high school seniors who live and attend high school in
their area.
NOTE: Once 10,000 applications are received, the program will automatically close.
http://www.axa.scholarshipamerica.org/
DEADLINE ~ 1 FEBRUARY
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AMERICA’S FARMERS GROW AG LEADERS
Help fund your college education with a scholarship from America’s Farmers Grow Ag Leaders. This
exciting new program supports high school seniors and college students by awarding more than
$500,000 in scholarships. Students need three farmer endorsements of their application.
GrowAgLeaders.com
DEADLINE ~ 1 FEBRUARY
NY WATER ENVIRONMENT ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPS
The New York Water Environment Association offers:
*One (1) $10,000 Major Scholarship
*One (1) $5,000 Nicholas J. Bartilucci Scholarship
(Both of these scholarships are selected from the Major Scholarship applications)
The New York Water Environment Association will also be offering a total of (6) $2000 scholarships.
*Two (2) to children of NYWEA members
*Two (2) to students enrolled at a college or university where there is a NYWEA student chapter
*Two (2) to HS students who will enroll in an environmentally related program in a four year
college/university
Applications are available in the Counseling Center
DEADLINE ~ 10 FEBRUARY
NYS ORGANIZATION OF MOTHERS OF TWINS CLUB
MARIE SIMMONS SCHOLARSHIP
The New York State Organization of Mothers of Twins Club is currently offering 2 scholarship on a competitive
basis, to students of multiple birth families (twins, triplets and higher order). The annual awards are $1500 each
and apply only to students of multiple birth families, who reside in NYS and are attending a college or
university.
Applications are available in the Counseling Center
DEADLINE ~ 20 FEBRUARY
BUICK ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
This scholarship is for high school seniors and current undergraduates who plan to major in a field of
study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business, with an interest in the automotive
industry.
Visit www.buickachievers.com for program details and the online application
DEADLINE ~ 28 FEBRUARY
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MILITARY COMPTROLLERS
The CNY Leatherstocking Chapter is sponsoring a scholarship program for graduating high school seniors who
demonstrate exemplary leadership abilities, an interest in the financial management career field and academic
promise. The ASMC Scholarships are for students entering the fields of Finance, Accounting, Business
Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Operations Research (related to Financial Management) and
Computer Science.
Applications are available in the Counseling Center
DEADLINE ~ 28 FEBRUARY
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ASSOCIATION OF FIRE DISTRICTS OF THE STATE OF NY
“NED CARTER” SCHOLARSHIP
In keeping with Ned’s life of community service and dedication to helping others, these awards will be
presented to those young people who will be pursuing a post-secondary career in the Community
Service related areas of endeavor at either a two or four year college next year. The student MUST be
related to or be a Firefighter in an affiliated member organization of the Association of Fire Districts of
the State of New York and must reside in NYS.
Applications are available in the Counseling Center
Also at www.firedistnys.com
DEADLINE ~ 7 MARCH
2015 CNY STEM SCHOLARS PROGRAM
This scholarship program, now in its third year, is open to graduating high school seniors in the six
Central New York counties (Onondaga, Cayuga, Madison, Cortland, Oneida, Oswego and Tompkins).
Eligibility requirements include: a GPA of 3.0 or above, plan to major in a STEM field, and is a
Central New York resident and starting a college degree program in Fall 2015. The online application
and more information can be found on the website at:
www.cnystem.com
DEADLINE ~ 15 MARCH
CPCU SOCIETY 2015 SCHOLARSHIP
The Syracuse Chapter of the CPCU Society is pleased to accept scholarship applications from seniors
planning to work in one of the careers that can be found in the Risk Management and Insurance
Industry. Career options range from trainee to management levels in many fields and provide
unlimited opportunities for success. Visit http://www.insuremypath.org/resources.career-roles to
discover potential career roles.
Applications are available in the Counseling Center
DEADLINE ~ 15 APRIL
NYS DEPUTIES ASSOCIATION, INC.
2015 SCHOLARSHIPS
Thomas J. Krajci Memorial Scholarship
Applicants must be a NYS resident, graduating from high school and pursuing a career in criminal
justice or labor relations.
Deputy Glenn Searles Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded in memory of Onondaga County Deputy Glenn Searles who was killed in
the line of duty in November of 2003. Applicants must: be residents of Onondaga County, a
graduating high school senior, be attending an institution of higher learning in the fall and be pursuing
a career in criminal justice. Applications may be completed online or printed and completed by hand.
Instructions for submission of the application are detailed on the website.
www.NYSDeputy.org
DEADLINE ~ 1 MAY
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BGP SITE SOLUTIONS FUTURE PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
*Aspiring Fashion Professional Scholarship Program
This will be awarded to students that are interested in pursuing a fashion degree at an
accredited post-secondary school or college.
www.fashion-schools.org
*Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship Program
This will be awarded to students that are interested in pursuing an animation career path
at an accredited post-secondary school or college.
www.animationcareerreview.com
DEADLINE FOR THESE OPPORTUNITIES ~ 1 JUNE
SUNY Financial Aid Days
SUNY is offering two Financial Aid Days to assist prospective students and their families in applying
for financial aid and completion of the FAFSA forms. These workshops are offered free of charge and
available at 46 locations around New York State. You can visit www.suny.edu/studentevents to see a
listing of the participating campuses. Students and families are encouraged to pre-register at the site
listed about or by calling the SUNY Recruitment Response Center at 1-800-342-3811
A listing of the local sites, dates and available information is as follows:
28 FEBRUARY
Cayuga Community College
Fulton Campus
TBA
24 JANUARY
Cayuga Community College
Auburn Campus
TBA
Morrisville State College
Morrisville, NY
TBA
Environmental Science & Forestry (ESF)
Syracuse, NY
8:30 AM
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY
TBA
SUNY Oswego
Oswego, NY
10 AM
SUNY Cortland & SUNY Oswego
TBA
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Don’t miss out on an opportunity!
Check these helpful sites…
www.cappex.com/scholarships
www.fastweb.com
www.scholarshipguidance.com
www.schoolsoup.com
www.studentscholarships.org
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There are many scholarships available for you simply by applying to the school for admission. Be
aware of these opportunities so you can be rewarded for your accomplishments. In the past, we have
received information from the following schools regarding their awards:
Bowling Green State University
Carnegie Mellon
Cazenovia College
College of Saint Rose
D’Youville College
Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT)
Le Moyne College
Mansfield University (PA)
Muhlenberg College (PA)
School of Visual Arts
SUNY Brockport
SUNY Oswego
University of Connecticut
University of Dayton
Virginia Military Institute (VMI)
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There are also some specific schools that have additional scholarships available for their applicants. If
you are interested in these schools, please stop by the Counseling Center to get more information.
These schools include:
American Musical and Dramatic Academy (NYC or LA)
Scholarship and audition information is available in the Counseling Ctr
Gannon University
Scholars of Excellence in Engineering and Computer Science
(March 1st Deadline)
Le Moyne College
CYO Scholarship (February 2nd Deadline)
Marist College
Technology Scholarships (February 1st Deadline)
Skidmore College
Filene Music Scholarship Competition (January 15th Deadline)
Siena College
John Ilacqua Memorial Scholarship (see SEFCU listing above)
St. John Fisher
Service Scholars Program (preferred Dec 1st/Final Jan 15th)
First Generation Scholarship Program (preferred Dec 1st/Final Jan 15th)
Foreign Language Scholarship (January 23rd Deadline)
University of Dayton
Leadership in Service Scholarship (January 31st Deadline)
University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts (USC SCA)
The Steven & Alexandra Cohen Scholarship (available January 5th)
Utica School of Commerce Award for Excellence in Business (March 31st Deadline)
Scholarship Application Instructions
 Applications requiring documents from the Counseling Center (transcript, counselor
letter of recommendation or nomination) should be brought to the Counseling
Center 10 school days in advance of scholarship deadline.
 All materials will be mailed directed from the Counseling Center.
 Each application must include a completed Scholarship Application
Processing Form, $1 (postage/handling), and an envelope addressed as indicated
on the application.
 Those scholarship applications not requiring any supporting documentation from
the high school can be mailed directly by the student.
For additional information, stop by the Counseling Center.
Good Luck!
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