| Name of Scholarship |
Deadline |
Eligibility |
Comments |
| Ronald McDonald House/HACER & Scholars Scholarship |
01/27/12 |
Seniors, U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident, eligible to attend
2 or 4 yr. college, academic achievement, financial need, essay and
letter of recommendation. For HACER scholarship at least one parent
must be of Hispanic heritage |
Applications in the Counseling Office |
| Jesse Parks Scholarship Springfield College |
02/01/12 |
African-American or Latino college-bound senior from Springfield,
academic achievement, co-curricular participation, community service
involvement. Applicant must be committed to the issues of multiculturalism,
diversity, and the elimination of racism. One year full tuition to
Springfield College. May be renewed annually if maintains a strong
academic record. |
For more information contact: Ms.Cynthia Davis Swan Assistant Director
of Undergraduate Admissions |
| Hood Good Sport Scholarship |
02/01/12 by 3:00 pm |
Three $5,000 scholarships to students in each of the six New England
states. Student athletes who participated in a varsity level sport
and who will be furthering their education. 3.0 GPA or higher required,
performed volunteer work in the community. Essay required |
Apply online at Hood.com |
| Big Y Scholarship |
02/01/12 |
Senior; academic merit & achievement, transcript, college board
scores, personal resume, at least 2 letters of recommendation. |
Applications in the Counseling Office |
| Henry David Thoreau Scholarship |
02/01/12 |
MA high school seniors, with plans to pursue an interest in the
environmental field. |
Apply online at www.thoreauscholar.org |
| Chicopee Colleen Contest |
Postmarked by 02/05/12 |
Open to unmarried, non-parenting women between the ages of 17 and
20 who reside in Chicopee. Do not need to be of Irish heritage. |
Applications in the Counseling Office |
| KFC Colonel's Scholars Program |
02/08/12 |
Senior, min. GPA 2.75 or higher, enrolling in a public, in-state
college or university, pursuing a bachelor's degree, US citizen or
permanent resident, demonstrate financial need. |
Applications online at www.kfcscholars.org |
| Yawkey Scholars Program |
02/15/12 |
Seeks to support and encourage students who have a strong academic
record, planning to attend a competitive private college in MA, are
engaged in a meaningful mentoring relationship, who have unmet financial
need. |
Applications in the Counseling Office |
| Best Buy Scholarship |
02/15/12 |
1,200 scholarships for $1,000 each will be awarded to students in
grades 9-12. Recipients are selected based on community service &
academic achievement and must be continuing education in the fall. |
Apply online at www.bestbuy-communtyrelations.com or www.at15.com |
| Anna Maria College New England Catholic High School Scholarship |
02/15/12 |
Presented to one student per high school based on academic achievement,
leadership abilities, and good citizenship. Minimum GPA of 3.25. $15,000
per year while attending Anna Maria. |
If applying to Anna Maria, see counselor for nomination |
| AFA Teens Alzheimer's Awareness College Scholarship |
02/15/12 |
Annual $5,000. scholarship. Required to write a 200-word biography
and a 1200-1500 word essay answering questions about Alzeimer's. Must
be entering a 4-yr accredited college or university within 12 months
of the application deadline. |
Applications in the Counseling Office |
| GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program |
02/17/12 |
Exceptional student leaders who demonstrate exemplary leadership,
drive, integrity, and citizenship. $10,000. renewable . Must be nominated. |
Additional information online at www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships |
| Red Pine Scholarship |
Postmarked by 02/21/12 |
For low-to middle-income families, strong academic record or have
shown significant improvement over time, planning to enroll at a competitive
four-year college |
Applications in the Counseling Office |
| Buick Achievers Scholarship Program |
02/29/12 |
Established to recognize those who have succeeded both inside and
outside of the classroom, who may not be able to attend college without
financial assistance. Must be interested in a career in the automotive
or related industries. |
www.buickachievers.com |
| Order Sons of Italy in America Scholarship |
Postmarked by 03/01/12 |
Senior planning on a 4 year college, chosen based on scholastic
ability, character & activities. A minimum of 25 scholarships awarded,
some with preference given to member or child of a member of the Grand
Lodge of MA for at least 2 years. |
Applications in the Counseling Office |
| Wilbraham Women's Club |
03/02/12 |
$1,000. General scholarship, $500. Music scholarship. Senior, must
be a Wilbraham resident, based on academic achievements, character,
and leadership. Personal interview with the committee for finalists
only |
Applications in the Counseling Office |
| West Springfield Democratic Committee Essay Award |
03/10/12 |
250-500 word essay required. |
More info and application in the Counseling Office |
| Golub Foundation Scholarships |
03/15/12 |
Ten different scholarships with differing eligibility for each;
resident of Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Middlesex and Worcester
counties; living within the marketing area of Price Chopper; planning
to attend college in NY, MA, PA, VT, CT, or NH. |
Applications online at www.pricechopper.com |
| Zonta Club of Quaboag Valley |
03/15/12 |
$500.00 scholarship, young woman between 16 & 20 as of June 30,
lives in the Quaboag Valley, demonstrates commitment to community,
exhibits leadership ability & shows global awareness |
Applications in the Counseling Office |
| Berkshire Bank Foundation Scholarship Awards Program |
03/28/12 |
Eighteen $2,000. scholarships, graduating seniors with a record
of volunteerism in the community in non-school sponsored activities
and participation in extracurricular school activities. Minimum GPA
of 3.0, minimum family annual income under $75,000, and plan to attend
a 2 or 4 year college or technical school |
Print application from website at www.berkshirebank.com |
| Delta Sigma Theta Sorority |
Received by 03/30/12 |
Young African American women from Greater Springfield and Pioneer
Valley areas, senior, 3.0 GPA, transcript, essay, 2 recommendations |
Applications in the Counseling Office |
| Community Foundation Scholarship |
03/30/12 |
One application covers several local scholarships; each has different
eligibility requirements. |
Online application at www.communityfoundation.org |
| Agawam Junior Women's Club |
04/01/12 |
Senior; resident of Agawam or Feeding Hills; extra-curricular activities,
volunteer service; no transcript needed. |
Applications in the Counseling Office |
| Edward P. Boland Scholarship Program |
04/01/12 |
Resident of 2nd Congressional District of Hampden County; based
on need, academics and activities; renewable; senior, or already in
college. |
Applications in the Counseling Office |
| Sherman Davis Citizenship Scholarship |
04/01/12 |
High school senior who has shown a commitment and an interest in
improving the quality of life for both the Cathedral High School community
and others. |
Applications in the Counseling Office |
| Valley Press Club |
Postmarked by 04/01/12 |
For seniors seriously committed to careers in journalism. Based
on writing ability, academics, SAT's, and activities, especially newspaper
& yearbook. Must demonstrate financial need. |
Applications in the Counseling Office |
| Jewish Endowment Foundation Scholarship Program |
04/02/12 |
Applicant must be resident of greater Springfield area. Awards based
on financial need, community involvement and academic performance.
Many scholarships are available, some restricted to Jewish students,
others are regardless of race, religion or gender. |
Applications in the Counseling Office |
| MA Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Scholarships |
04/16/12 |
High school senior, MA resident, US citizen, min. GPA 2.65, verified
culinary or restaurant/food service work experience, planning on attending
culinary arts program. |
Applications in the Counseling Office |
| Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund |
05/01/12 |
Renewable 4-year scholarships, GPA 3.0 or higher, financial need,
academic excellence, skilled writing ability, a desire to make a meaningful
contribution to society, good character, strong work ethic Essays
required. |
Download application at www.phillips-scholarship.org |
| Michael H. Deslauriers Scholarship |
Received by 05/15/12 |
Graduating senior, resident of Ware, planning to further education
in fine arts. |
Applications in the Counseling Office |
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