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Updated May 2

 

The Arab American and Chaldean Council
High School seniors of Arab/Chaldean descent with a 3.0 or higher and have demonstrated extracurricular/volunteer activity can apply for a $1, 000 scholarship to help fund their college pursuits. Applications are available in the counseling office or contact Kimberly Hassan 248-559-1990 Kimberlyh@myacc.org
Deadline: May 03, 2013

B. Davis Scholarship
This scholarship is available to all high school juniors and seniors. To apply you will need to write an essay of less than 1000 words on a specific topic. You will submit your essay by email to awards@studentawardsearch.com. For the essay topic and other scholarships visit www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships Deadline: May 27, 2013.

Homer J. Van Hollenbeck Foundation Scholarship
The Homer J. Van Hollenbeck Foundation will be providing $2000 scholarships to hardworking current high school students in the Macomb County area.  Applicants must have a 2.5+ GPA, demonstrate financial need and begin college full-time in the fall of 2013. Please see your school counselor. DEADLINE: May 31, 2013.

Jeptha Wade Schureman Scholarship
This scholarship is available to seniors who have lost their fathers because of death or loss of parental rights before reaching the age of majority.  The $7,500 scholarship can be used only at one of the 15 public universities in Michigan. Candidates must:  Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), demonstrate need, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, demonstrate leadership and character through extra- curricular, service in school/community, volunteer involvement and paid work experience, as well as, major in a career in law, dentistry, nursing or medicine. This scholarship is renewable. Go to www.cfsem.org under scholarships for an application. DEADLINE: JUNE 3, 2013

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
Submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of their web site:  http:// www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm to win a scholarship for $1,000. DEADLINE: JUNE 14, 2013.

Big Sun Young Athletes Scholarship ~ $500 scholarship.  All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in.  For more information, visit www.bigsunathletics.com. Deadline is June 21, 2013.

Wendy’s High School Heisman
This scholarship is applicable to the graduating class of 2014. It is for any student with a “B” average GPA, participates in at least one school sponsored sport, and is involved in their community/extra-curricular activities.  Not only will a student gain recognition from this award, but 2 national winners will also receive $500 in gift cards.  To apply visit: www.wendysHeisman.com
Deadline: October 2, 2013

PAUL AND AMY BLAVIN SCHOLARS FUND
This scholarship is to provide assistance to future and current undergraduate University of Michigan students who have been a part of the foster care system. More information can be found at www.finaid.umuch.edu.

More Scholarship Information:
WWW.FAFSA.ED.GOV