Abbott &
Fenner
Scholarship
Program
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants will award up to $1,000 to a winner for
their scholarship program. Students will need to submit an essay (500-1000
words) on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of their website:
https://abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php
This scholarship is open to Juniors and Seniors. Full details are available on
their website. Essay submission email: scholarships@abbottandfenner.com
Deadline is
June 10,
2023
Apply
online
Christian
Leaders of
the Future
Scholarship
Mississippi Christian Living Magazine has partnered with Belhaven University
to honor high school seniors with outstanding servant hearts and Christian
character. Two finalists (one boy and one girl) will each receive a $2,000
scholarship to the college or university of his or her choice. For more
information and an application visit https://mschristianliving.com/christianleaders/christian-leaders-of-the-future/ or email suzanne@mschristianliving.com
Deadline is
November
4, 2022
Student
emails
application
Coca-Cola
Scholars
Program
Scholarship
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship is an achievement-based
scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors each year. Students are
recognized for their capacity to lead and serve,
and their commitment to making
a significant impact on their schools and communities. Please
visit https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/ for more
information and an application.
Deadline is
October 31,
2022
Apply
online
College
Board Big
Future
Scholarships
The College Board has made a $25 million commitment to encourage more
students to take the steps necessary to get into college. This scholarship
program guides students through the college planning process and offers them a
chance to earn money for their education for each action they complete. This
first-of-its-kind national scholarship program lays out six simple steps that all
students can take to get to college. Students have the chance to earn
scholarships when they 1) Build their college list 2) Practice for the SAT 3)
Improve their SAT score 4) Strengthen their college list 5) Fill out the FAFSA
6) Apply to college. Completing each step will earn a chance for a scholarship;
the more you complete, the more scholarships you can earn; doing all six steps
will earn a chance for $40,000 for their college education. Each scholarship is
open at certain times of the year, to help plan your journey. For more
information and to sign up for this program, visit
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/bigfuture-scholarships
or call 1-844-298-3554.
Sign up now
for program
notifications
Deadline is
October 31,
2022 and
February 28,
2023
depending
on which
step is being
completed
DAR
Scholarships
The Daughters of the American Revolution is sponsoring several scholarships
for interested senior girls. No association with DAR is needed. Scholarships
are open from November 1-January 31, 2023. For more information visit
www.dar.org/national-society/scholarships.
Deadline is
January 31,
2023
Apply
online
Elks Most
Valuable
Student
Scholarship
The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships to the
highest-rated applicants in the 2023 competition. The 2023 Most Valuable
Student scholarship contest is open to any high school senior who is a U.S.
Citizen. Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial
need. Please visit http://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm for more
information.
Deadline is
November
14, 2022
Apply
online
Heisman
High School
Scholarship
The Heisman High School Scholarship continues a 27 year tradition of
honoring high school seniors who accomplish tremendous feats in the
classroom, on the field and most importantly, within their communities.
The
scholarship recognizes and rewards both male and female high school athletes
who are community-minded and driven to use their exceptional talents for the
benefit of all. Eligibility begins with maintaining a weighted GPA of 3.0 or
better. Applicants also need to be proven leaders and role models within their
school and community. Applicants must participate or have participated in
grades 9, 10, or 11 in at least one approved sport. For more information and an
application, visit www.heismanscholarship.com/about/.
Deadline is
October 18,
2022 by
5:00 p.m.
Apply
online
Jack Kent
Cooke
College
Scholarship
Program
The Cooke College Scholarship Program is one of the largest undergraduate
scholarship programs available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial
need who seek to attend the nation’s best four-year colleges and universities.
Each
Cooke Scholar has access to generous financial support for up to four years, college
planning support, ongoing advising, and the opportunity to connect with the thriving
community of fellow scholars. For more information, visit www.jkcf.org/ourscholarships/college-scholarship-program/how-to-apply/
Deadline is
November
17, 2022
Apply
online
John F.
Kennedy
Profile in
Courage
Essay
Contest
The John F. Kennedy Library Foundation invites U.S. high school students (9th
-12th) to
write an essay on an act of political courage by a U.S. elected official who served
during or after 1917, the year JFK was born. For contest information, registration, and
to submit your essay, visit the Profile in Courage Essay Contest at
https://www.jfklibrary.org/learn/education/profile-in-courage-essay-contest/gettingstarted
Deadline is
January 13,
2023
Apply
online
Luckyday
Scholarship
Program
The University of Mississippi Luckyday scholarship is based on both academic
accomplishments and remaining financial obligations after grants and scholarships
have been calculated. Scholarships range from $2,000-$5,000 per year. Students who
receive the Luckyday Scholarship participate in the Luckyday Success Program, which
provides mentoring, tutoring, networking, and leadership opportunities.
In order to
receive consideration, all interested students should submit an application to the
University as well as select the Luckyday option when completing the University of
Mississippi’s Entering Freshman Scholarship Application. For more information, call
662-915-6493 or visit the website at http://www.olemiss.edu/studentaffairs/luckyday.
The Missisippi State University Luckyday scholarship of $6000 per year is
awarded to first time entering freshmen who graduated from a Mississippi high
school. This scholarship can be stacked with any other scholarship awarded by
Apply
online
the university and stacked with any federal financial aid or grants awarded.
Participants will participate in the immersive Luckyday Leadership program (4
year commitment) For more information, visit the website at
https://www.luckyday.msstate.edu/application
The University of Southern Mississippi Luckyday scholarship is $6,000 each
year.
It is renewable for 3 consecutive years following the first, provided the
student meets the GPA requirements each year and maintains good standing
with the program. The scholarship is applied to the student's account at
Southern Miss, and it is not designated for any particular area (tuition, room
and board, etc.). Participants are required to take a 3 hour course and live in the
Luckyday Citizenship Hall their freshman year. For more information, visit the
website at https://www.usm.edu/luckyday-scholars/faqs.php
North
American
Van Lines
Logistics
Scholarship
North American Van Lines is committed to supporting the community as well
as the growth and development of the moving services and logistics industries.
Five qualified entrants will each win a $1,000 scholarship towards their degree
in logistics or supply chain management at the college or university of their
choice. For more information and an application, please visit
www.northamerican.com/scholarship
Deadline is
December
15, 2022
Apply
online
Prudential
Emerging
Visionaries
Award
Emerging Visionaries is an evolution of the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, a
program that for 26 years has celebrated young people who are tackling society’s most
pressing issues.
Now through November 4, applications will be accepted from young
leaders ages 14-18 who are bringing powerful vision and real change to their
communities. If selected, you may qualify for up to $15,000 in awards and an allexpenses paid trip with your parent/guardian to Prudential headquarters, as well as
coaching and skills development to help take your solution to the next level. For more
information and an application, visit
www.prudential.com/links/about/emergingvisionaries.
Opening
and
Deadline
TBA
Apply
online
Tupelo Elvis
Presley Fan
Club
Scholarship
Tupelo Elvis Presley Fan Club will award three scholarships totaling $10,000. The
scholarships are available to all Mississippi residents who are enrolled as a high school
senior graduating in 2022. Applicants must plan to attend a college or university, but
are not required to enroll in a music program. For complete details and to download an
application, please visit
www.tupeloelvisfanclub.com/index.php/scholarships/scholarship-entry-form
Deadline is
February
14, 2023
Apply
online
*FREE MONEY FROM THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI FOR GRADUATING SENIORS:
•
*HELP: must have a 2.5 GPA with a family income of $39,500 or less, 20 on the ACT, and
complete the HELP core Curriculum. You must be a resident of Mississippi with plans to attend
an eligible Mississippi institution and demonstrates need as determined by the results of the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Award: Full tuition
• *MTAG: scholarship money from the state of Mississippi if you are staying in the state for
college. This is FREE money if you have a 2.5 GPA and a 15 on the ACT. Be sure you apply for
this one!! Award: Freshman/Sophomores $500; Juniors/Seniors $1,000
• *Eminent Scholars: worth more money than the MTAG, must have a 29 on the ACT and a
3.5 GPA. Award: $2,500
*more information regarding these scholarships and application information can be found at:
www. msfinancialaid.org
Scholarship websites:
https://www.opploans.com/oppu/scholarship/
