October Scholarship Newsletter
Sponsored by the RCPS Counseling Program
November is GA Appy to College Month!
The goal of Georgia Apply to College (GAC) is to provide all Georgia high school seniors with the opportunity to apply to college with a focus on providing assistance to first generation and underrepresented students as they navigate the college application process.
Each week in November the RCPS Counseling Programs at each School will focus on a specific type of post-secondary school providing students with information and access. We intend for the month to be engaging, informative and fun! Students look out for information from your school counselors and Seniors, Let's Apply!
GEORGIA MATCH is a simple way for you to know where you are eligible for admission (to be admitted to college), based on your recent high school calculated HOPE grade point average (GPA). Seniors should check their GSF inbox to see which GA Colleges you have matched with. You will continue to learn about this awesome opportunity through your school counselor, and by receiving messages through REMIND and in Canvas.
The county will host a GA MATCH Day event on November 4, 2024. Come to RCA at 5pm to learn more about college, technical school, the military and financial aid. Make sure you register to attend.
GEICC 2025 Scholarship Application
The GEICC 2025 Scholarship Application is now open for submissions! Below are the key criteria and application details:
Scholarship Criteria:
- Applicants must be graduating high school seniors in the state of Georgia who are pursuing a STEM career.
- The complete application must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 9, 2025.
- Applicants need a GPA of 2.5 or higher to be eligible.
- Scholarships are awarded without discrimination based on race, gender, creed, national origin, or disability.
- At least five (5) scholarships of $1,000 each are available.
www.getintoenergyGA.com/scholarship to submit your application.
DOD Dellums Scholarship Program
The Dellums SMART Scholarship expands the SMART Scholarship opportunity to rising freshman pursuing a bachelor’s degree by the program start date. Applicants should intend to pursue a bachelor’s degree in one of the 24 SMART STEM disciplines. Students seeking to attend a Historically Black College and University, Minority Institution, or Minority Serving Institution are particularly encouraged to apply. The Dellums SMART Scholarship expands the SMART Scholarship opportunity to rising freshman pursuing a bachelor’s degree by the program start date. Applicants should intend to pursue a bachelor’s degree in one of the 24 SMART STEM disciplines. Students seeking to attend a Historically Black College and University, Minority Institution, or Minority Serving Institution are particularly encouraged to apply.
McDonald's HACER Scholarship for Latinx Students
The McDonald's HACER® National Scholarship Program offers educational opportunities to help narrow the gap that exists for Hispanic and Latino college-bound students, further reinforcing McDonald’s long-standing commitment to feeding and fostering the diverse communities it serves.
- You carry a minimum 2.8 GPA
- You’re eligible to attend a two- or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school with a full-time course of study
- You’ll disclose other scholarship programs that you’ve applied for
- You’ll enroll and attend an accredited institution in the academic year after your selection (verification needed, as scholarship funds are paid directly to the schools)
- You have at least one parent of Hispanic/Latino heritage
Georgia's Own Scholarship
Did you know the Georgia's OWN Foundation sponsors a scholarship each year? Learn more about the scholarship opportunities available to you in the upcoming months and steps you may need to take to become eligible for the scholarships by visiting this website
Scholarships | Georgia's Own Foundation (georgiasownfoundation.org)
CHICK-FIL-A Scholarship! #EATMORECHICKEN
Deadline is November 1st
To apply to become a 2024 Chick-fil-A Community Scholar, you must:
- Be a resident in the United States, Puerto Rico or Canada.
- Be a postsecondary undergraduate or graduate student or planning to enroll in undergraduate or graduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school for the 2025-2026 academic year.
- Be recommended by a teacher, coach, community leader or mentor, addressing the applicant’s personal and/or professional achievement. Up to three recommendation letters will be accepted.
- Show demonstrated care through community-service in the twelve (12) months prior to application. You will be asked to share in what ways you were able to make an impact on your community, friends and family.
- Have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent). Academic awards and recognition will be considered. Applicants are required to upload a transcript that displays their name, school name, classes taken and GPA.
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Not be employed at a Chick-fil-A® restaurant or Chick-fil-A, Inc. at the time of application or the dependent or spouse of a Chick-fil-A, Inc. Employee or Operator.
Voices of Democracy Scholarship - DUE 10/31
The Voices of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. Each year, nearly 25,000 ninth through 12th grade students from across the country enter to win their share of more than $1.3 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the program.
Before submitting your essay, read the rules and eligibility requirements, and find your sponsoring local VFW Post as applications must be turned in by midnight, Oct. 31.
The 2024-25 theme is:
““Is America Today Our Forefathers' Vision?"
Link to the application and website:
5 Strong
NOTE: Students if you complete this scholarship application you should also complete the Common Black College Application. For the fee waiver code for the Common Black College Application see your school counselor.
5 Strong partners with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to provide promising student leaders with full-tuition scholarships and ongoing mentorship and support from matriculation to graduation.
Deadline: December 1st
Link to apply:
The American Hero Scholarship
The American Hero Scholarship is available to those whose parent, grandparent, or guardian is a current or former U.S. Military service member or first responder.
The applicant must demonstrate a commitment to the values of the United States of America, including patriotism, leadership, determination, and strong character. Please see the link below for additional details and to apply.
Click the link and scroll down to the American Hero Scholarship
The GEICC 2025 Scholarship Application is now open for submissions! Below are the key criteria and application details:
Scholarship Criteria:
- Applicants must be graduating high school seniors in the state of Georgia who are pursuing a STEM career.
- The complete application must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 9, 2025.
- Applicants need a GPA of 2.5 or higher to be eligible.
- Scholarships are awarded without discrimination based on race, gender, creed, national origin, or disability.
- At least five (5) scholarships of $1,000 each are available.
To Apply:
Visit www.getintoenergyGA.com/scholarship to submit your application.
See the attached flyer for more details!
The Elks Most Valuable Student College Scholarship
The Elks National Foundation offers thousands of scholarship dollars to hundreds of students in their “Most Valuable Student Scholarship.”
These scholarships are for four years and range from $1000 to $7500. In addition, 20 students will be awarded $30,000.
- Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.
- Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks.
- High school graduates are not eligible to apply.
- Applicants must be citizens of the United States
FOSSI Scholarship - STEM Scholarship for students attending an HBCU
Do you have an interest in Technology, Engineering, Science or Math?
Do you plan to attend an HBCU?
Do you have a 3.0 GPA
Consider reading more about FOSSI. The application deadline is January 31st BUT DON'T WAIT
FOSSI | Apply for the FOSSI Scholarship (futureofstemscholars.org)
Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship
Amazon Future Engineer students can boost their future for themselves and their community with the support of college funding, paid internships, and industry mentors.
Deadline is December 15th Scholarship and Internship (amazonfutureengineer.com)
Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship
The Cooke College Scholarship Program is an undergraduate scholarship program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend and graduate from the nation's top four-year colleges and universities.
DEADLINE DATE: November 14, 2024.
Link to apply:
Photography Scholarship - DEADLINE November 15th
High school applicants should only submit still photographs. five (5) digital images for still photography submissions
High school students applying for these scholarships must have completed one year at an accredited high school (student must therefore be a sophomore or older) and should have taken at least one photography or related art class.
Read more about the scholarship and submission and how to apply by clicking the link below
Apply – The James Alan Cox Foundation for Student Photojournalists
Frito-Lay Scholarships -
- 4) $25,000 awards (Apply early! Only 500 applications are accepted.)
- Open to high school seniors or graduates or current college undergraduates who plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study in the U.S. at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school for the entire upcoming academic year.
- Deadline: November 20
You must join their Scholarship Hub to view Frito-Lay Scholarships
NHS Members ONLY
Are you an active NHS member?
The 2024 NHS Scholarship application opened on September 16.
To be eligible, a student must be: How much are the individual awards this year? To view the scholarships go here: November 26, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. (ET): Submission deadline
Driver Education Initiative 2024: In the Driver’s Seat
National Driving and Traffic School is proud to announce their 2024 scholarship opportunity, entitled “In the Driver’s Seat.” The company is seeking to reward essay applicants $10,000 in scholarships- for students entering college or already enrolled in a higher education institution – on the topic of being a safer driver.
The deadline to submit your essay is November 30th
Visit this website for a chance at wining money for college Scholarship - Drivers Ed & Traffic School - DmvEdu.org
National Parent Volunteer Association
This organization offers a variety of scholarships for students who have done good deeds and community service in their community.
1. Act of Kindness Scholarship
2. Altruism + All Good Deeds Scholarship
3. Building Bridges Scholarship
4. Aliyah Lee Scholarship (she committed herself to the education of her children)
Please visit the link Scholarships — National Parent Volunteer Association and read the requirements for the scholarship.
