For more TN Promise Information:
To Register for TN Promise:
https://www.tn.gov/content/tn/collegepays/tsac-student-portal.html
FAFSA Information:
The FAFSA application opens October 1st! This is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and determines your eligibility for student financial aid. All seniors must fill out the FAFSA at https://fafsa.ed.gov
Worldstrides Gap Year Scholarship
Deadline: March 19, 2022
This scholarship is open to students wishing to have a thirteen week gap year experience. Students select three locations, may receive college credit, do volunteer work and service,
participate in university and career preparation workshops, participate in culturally appropriate excursions, enjoy class aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, experience work with local program leaders, and travel with this company.
Website: https://gapyear.worldstrides.com/changemaker-scholarship/
Award: $5,000 scholarship and provides $2,000 in the freshman year and $1,000 in each of the sophomore, junior, and senior years.
Deadline: March 15, 2022
The Mathematics Department at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) invites students to apply for the 2022 Marjorie Watson Mathematics Scholarship.
Website at https://www.utc.edu/arts-and-sciences/mathematics (scholarship information is posted in the Announcements)
Community Foundation Scholarships
Award: $1,000-$5,000
Deadline: March 15, 2022
One application for many scholarships. Whether pursuing education in law or horticulture; planning a career in criminal justice or teaching; or studying at a technical school or four-year university, The Community Foundation’s scholarship program supports individuals from various backgrounds and communities seeking funding for educational opportunities.
Website: http://www.cfmt.org/request/scholarships/
SAE Engineering
Award: $1,000-$5,500
Deadline: March 15, 2022
Website: http://students.sae.org/scholarships/freshman/
Superpower
Award: $2,500
Deadline: March 31, 2022
Legal resident of US at least 13 yrs old & submit a 250 word or less essay in response to "Which superhero or villain would you want to change places with for a day and why?"Elks Most Valuable Student
Student Scholarship.org
This is a scholarship site with various scholarships updated every week. These scholarships are broad in their variety. Please go to https://studentscholarships.org/2021scholarships.php to research these scholarships and follow all of their official rules.
Presidential Scholars Application
This program is for seniors to be nominated as state finalists for the US Presidential Scholars program. One senior can be nominated in the academic component and one can be nominated for the CTE component. The academic component focuses on academic achievement, leadership skills, community involvement, overcoming obstacles, and strong writing skills. Please see your counselor to be nominated before November 6, 2021. Go to https://www2.ed.gov/programs/psp/index.html for more details.
Better Business Bureau Students of Integrity
Award: $1,000
Deadline: December 10, 2021
This program recognizes high school seniors who personify sound ethical behavior and decision making in their leadership roles at school and in their community. You must be a high school senior, have a minimum 3.0 GPA and a desire to continue your education at an accredited college, university, or trade school. The Student of Integrity Scholarship program recognizes high school seniors who personify high ethics as demonstrated through: Leadership, Community Service, Personal Integrity
and Academic History. Go to https://www.bbb.org/nashville/integrity-foundation/scholarship to apply and for more information.
National Healthcare Heroes Grant for Nurses
Award: $1,000
Deadline: May 16, 2022
The National Healthcare Heroes Grant for Nurses has a goal to show appreciation for nurses, inspired by their heroic work on the frontlines of our battle with the current pandemic. The grant hopes to help reduce the shortage by inspiring one more person to pursue their dreams of becoming a nurse. Students of any education level are welcome to apply. https://bold.org/scholarships/healthcare-heroes-nursing-grant/
First-Gen in Health & Medicine Scholarship
Award: $500
Deadline: July 1, 2021
This scholarship is designed to recognize and support a first-generation student who is pursuing a career in medicine or public health. Students of any education level are welcome to apply, and are asked to write about their experience pursuing a degree in health or medicine and how being a first-generation student has impacted that. https://bold.org/scholarships/first-gen-in-health-and-medicine-scholarship/
AES Engineering
Award: $500
Deadline: October 6, 2021
You do NOT have to pursue engineering to apply. 500-1000 word essay on "When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey?" Be sure to include your full name as well as the name of the school you are attending this year and your plans for next year. Submit your essay to [email protected]
https://aesengineers.com/scholarships.php
Young Arts Award
Award: Varies
Deadline: October 11, 2021
Be a young artist who is 15-18 years old or in grades 10-12, prepare audition or portfolio according to your discipline, review requirements, apply online, and pay $35 non-refundable fee. Fee waivers available. https://youngarts.org/apply/
Dr. Pepper Tuition Giveaway
Award: Up to $100,000
Deadline: October 17, 2021
Must be 18 yrs old, submit one of a kind goal & how you plan to impact the world and submit a video. http://www.drpeppertuition.com/
Heisman High School Scholarship
Award: $500-$5,000
Deadline: October 29, 2021
3.0 GPA or better, participate in at least 1 sport sponsored by your school & recognized by the International Olympic Committee, and be a leader in your school.
Elks Emergency Educational Grants
Award: Up to $4,000
Deadline: October 31, 2021
Provides financial assistance to children of deceased or totally disabled Elks, who wish to obtain or further their college education. Other details apply. https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/Eefgrants.cfm
Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship
Award: $2,000
Deadline: October 31, 2021
Legal resident of US at least 13 yrs old & submit a 250 word or less essay in response to "Imagine that your high school/college has been overrun with Zombies. Your math professor, the cafeteria ladies and even your best friend have all joined the walking dead. Use your brain to flesh out a plan to avoid the Zombies, including where you would hide and the top 5 things you would bring with you to stay alive." https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/zombie-apocalypse-scholarship#/fromscholarshipexperts
Education Matters
Award: $5, 000
Deadline: November 30, 2021
Legal resident of US at least 13 yrs old & submit a 250 word or less essay in response to "What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn't matter, or that college is a waste of time and money?" https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/education-matters-scholarship#/fromscholarshipexperts
NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing
Award: Varies
Deadline: November 5, 2021
High school students females, residing in TN, with an aptitude in IT/computing, having a good academic history, and are interested in post-secondary education. Students from underrepresented groups in computing and juniors and seniors are strongly encouraged to apply. Apply online.