Senior Bulletin
The Senior Bulletin comes out approximately every 2-3 weeks with scholarship information and other information our counseling staff feels important for our Seniors.  When looking at the scholarship information, pay attention to the qualifications and if you feel as though you meet them ask your counselor for an application by number or access it online when available. Scholarship information can also be accessed on our Scholarship Bulletin Board found in the Administration Building. Stop by the Guidance Center and check out other opportunities for programs and experiences, jobs, community service, etc.

Ongoing Scholarships/Programs
**Last Updated Monday, May 16, 2011 **

– The ACT Boot Camp
Check out this website to find special classes to help learn good ways to review for the ACT and improve your scores.
http://testprep.princetonreview.com/CourseSearch/Search.aspx?productType=C&rid=1&Zip=85730&itemCode=2

– Pima Community College Foundation Stars Online
Every single student going to Pima should do this!  Go through the following instructions:
1. Go to this website  https://scholarships.pima.edu/stars/
2. Click on "Start Here"
3. Follow the instructions to create a username and password (write them down!)
4. Complete the scholarship application.
5. Submit your high school transcripts - Very important! No transcripts = no chance of scholarships.  Fill out transcript request in the attendance office to request your transcripts. See instructions online about how and where to submit transcripts.
There are over 80 different scholarships that the Pima Community College Foundation manages and awards on this website. Only one application is necessary (some scholarships require extra information) to apply. Your application will be automatically matched with scholarships you might qualify for!

– Girl Scout Summer Teen Programs
We would like to invite girls in your high school to join us for any or all of our teen programs this summer. For a full listing with more details visit our website at: http://www.girlscoutssoaz.org/programs/teens/. Scholarships are available for those who apply for programs that cost. For more information about how to apply for scholarships please visit:  http://www.girlscoutssoaz.org/camp/.

– Summer Job Opportunity Pima County Summer Youth Programs - Please note: Volunteer service is important but scholarships and colleges will consider job experience as well. Go to the website for eligibility rules and more info.
Apply online at https://secure.pima.gov/summeryouth

– UA Summer of Excellence - Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors - 5 week summer program at the UA where you can earn 6 units of college credit, live in a residence hall, meet new friends from Arizona and all over the country. Get more info at www.soe.honors.arizona.edu   

– Practice website for the Pima test - http://www.pima.edu/assessment/SampleQuestions.shtml

– Juniors - The ACT test is coming April 27th. All juniors will have the opportunity to take this important test for free! Practice test questions at http://www.actstudent.org/sampletest/index.html .

– Community Service - Volunteer Southern Arizona
One of the most important requirements of virtually every scholarship and now most college applications is a record of volunteer community service hours. It need not be 100's of hours but you must show that you have done something for your school or community. - Volunteer Southern Arizona and their Youth Volunteer Corps located at 934 N. Alvernon. They have many different and really fun projects that you can lend your time and efforts while picking up valuable community service hours! They have a Spring Block 2011 list of after school projects available right mow and they are planning a Summer Block 2011 registration event on May 7th and 8th.  contact them at 881-3300, www.facebook.com/YVCTUCSON.

– Phoenix Sheet Metal Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee
The Arizona sheet Metal Worker’s Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee is accepting applications for Apprentice Sheet Metal Workers.  The program is looking for men and women over the age of 18, interested in earning a paycheck while learning a trade and take college accredited classes through Gateway Community College.
Eligibility: Applicants must be at least 18, have a Photo ID, Social Security Card, submit a copy of their Birth Certificate, take and pass The Asset Test with a minimum score of thirty (30) on each test, a substance abuse test is required at the applicant’s cost, and it must be negative.  All applicants should be physically capable of performing the work of our trade and have reliable transportation.
For more information on the career opportunities of Union Sheet Metal Worker, check out www.azsheetmetal.org
For more information: ask your counselor for a copy of the program’s brochure.

– University of Arizona College of Engineering Summer Academy
Students who attend the summer Engineering Academy (SEA) will learn to design aerodynamic cars using Solid Works CAD software and build models with 3-D Rapid Prototype technology.  Selected car models will be tested in a specially built wind tunnel. And students will be asked to use their imagination and design devices.
Eligibility: Open to high school students who will enter grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 in the fall of 2011.  Students with a strong interest in pursuing a college education that includes math, science, and engineering are encouraged to apply.
Dates for sessions:  Session 1     June 5-10, 2011 (students entering 9th-10th)
                                    Session 2     June 12-17, 2011
                                    Session 3     June 19-24, 2011
All sessions are one week.  Students stay in a student residence hall on The University of Arizona campus.
Deadline: Application deadline is May, 2011
For more information and to download a copy of the application: print out the application from the SEA websitehttp://www.engineering.arizona.edu/templates/step/index.php?ID=69
OR see your counselor for a copy of the application.

– United Air Force Explorers
What: The United Air Force Explorers mission is to train, develop, and inspire those who have a high desire to join the Nations Armed Forces. This program offers training for fifteen weeks that focuses on concepts of military organization.  Their training also continues after the fifteen weeks with officer development and combat training.
Who:  A unit from the US Air National Guard provides military and crew training for young men and women ages 14-21.  Students must possess good grades and be of good moral charater.  Prospective candidates must have an interest in: Military career, military aviation, Special tactics, and a desire to entre one of the Military Service Academies or a College ROTC Program.
How:  Each individual desiring to join the unit as a cadet officer must pass a rigorous screening process.  A prospective recruit candidate must fill out the appropriate paperwork followed by at least two interviews by officers of the unit.
**For more information on this training program, visit www.usafexplorers.org 

– Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship Program
What:  The NROTC Scholarship Program offers students the opportunity to earn their degree and receive valuable leadership and management skills while enjoying the benefits of an exciting career.  Selected applicants receive full tuition and other financial benefits worth up to $180,000.00.
Who:  Basic eligibility requirements include: must be a US citizen, must be 17years old by September 1 of the first year of college, complete high school/equivalent certificate, and take the ACT or SAT test prior to deadline and receive minimu scores.  Once application is completed you may apply for either the Navy or Nurse Corps.  Upon completion of degree, receive commission as Ensign in the Navy Reserve.
How:  For more information and/or to complete the application, refer to the following website:
https://www.nrotc.navy.mil/

– Metropolitan Education commission
The Metropolitan Education Commission (MEC) invites you to the Regional College Access Center!  We are an information and referral center designed to serve Tucson and Pima County students, parents, counselors, and educators. We offer a free online database with local and national information about colleges, careers, scholarships, financial aid, and academic resources. All of this is available through our website.
 http://www.metedu.org/rcac/

– Adelante Performance Award Program
This is a Pima Community College program based on the need for Hispanic male students
Eligibility: Students must be Hispanic male, Pell-Grant eligible
Award: $1500.00 per semester
For more information: Contact Donna Martinez at Pima Community College at 206-7824.
SCAD Scholarship Competition (The University of Creative Careers)
This program offers high school students an international stage to exhibit their work.
Eligibility:  High school seniors AND juniors completing their last two years of school compete to showcase their work.  They may be eligible for scholarships to attend SCAD
For more information and submissionguidelines: www.scad.edu/scadchallenge

– Summer Programs at Carleton College
The Carleton Liberal Arts Experience (CLAE) is seeking students to experience a week long program introducing strengths of a liberal arts education to college bound students.  Each year, 50 CLAE scholars from a pool of candidates are chosen.  All expenses are covered.
Eligibility: Carleton is looking for 10th grade students who will complete their sophomore year of high school by June 15, 2011, are in the top 25% of their class, are taking a challenging college-prep curriculum and have been involved in their community.
For more information on the summer following programs:

Please contact the following email: clae@carleton.edu or by phone at 800-995-2275

– Cornell University Summer Program 2011
Experience the excitement of college life at an Ivy League University, get a head start on college by earning 3-6 college credits, explore careers and academic majors, make friends from around the world and enjoy three to six week programs between June 25th and August 9th.
For more information and the available programs that are offered, visit www.summercollege.cornell.edu.

– High School Summer Scholars Program at Washington University
Get a taste of college life at Washington University, St. Louis by enrolling into the 5 week or 3 week summer program.  Learn firsthand about college in all its dimensions from residential life to library research.  Live with other high school students from across the globe, making lasting friendships and enjoy social and cultural opportunities on campus and in St. Louis. Program dates are from June 12-August 19.
For more information and the available programs that are offered and application materials, visit http://summerscholars.wustl.edu   OR  summerscholars@wustl.edu

– Johnson and Wales Scholarship Programs
Johnson and Wales University is proud to recognize outstanding members of national student organizations by offering them the opportunity to earn substantial scholarships worth up to full tuition. 
Eligibility: Students who complete the free application will be applying not only for admissions to Johnson and Wales, but also for the NSO scholarship program
For more information: www.jwu.edu/apply

– Discus Awards Program
The Discus Awards is a merit based awards program where students are selected as Discus Award winners based on meeting a standard of excellence.  We encourage you to share our program with your students as a means to receive recognition for outstanding achievements in three Discus attributes and an opportunity to receive scholarships for college.
Award: One $2,000.00 scholarship every month for the academic year through June 2011
For more information: www.DiscusAwards.com/nominate

– America-Israel Youth Ambassador Exchange Program
Informational meeting on Sunday, February 13, 2010 – 1:00 to 2:45 p.m. for parents and high school sophomore students interested in becoming a youth ambassador their junior year.  Program includes three weeks of travel to New York City, Washington DC, and Israel (all expenses paid).  The meeting will be at Himmel Park Library, 1035 N. Treat Ave. (1 block south of Speedway, between Tucson Blvd. & Country Club.)
For more information: see your counselor for packet information OR contact Barbara Wayne at 299-1958 OR program description and application packet is available at http://www.aifltucson.org/aifl-site/YASE_Application.html

– Need Help Applying to College?  Don’t know what to do next?
Check out this website: www.knowhow2go.org
It will help you step by step what you need to do and know about applying to college.

 

Dated Scholarship/Programs with Deadlines

– Greater Tucson Youth Leadership Program 2011
The Greater Tucson Youth Leadership exposes youth to important issues facing our community through personal contact with high level leaders.  Youth will also learn and be able to apply practical leadership tools by creating their own service project.  The GTYLP is a dynamic collaboration between Volunteer Southern Arizona and community leaders.  This year, they are looking for 23 students (9-12) to participate in the program. A two week commitment and application are required for this program.

Program Specifics:
Date: July 11-22 (Monday-Friday)
Location: City High School (48 E. Pennington St, Tucson, Az 85701)
Time: Classes start at 9:00 am, end at 4:00 pm

If interested, come see your counselor for the application.  Application is due by June 18th and participants will be notified on Wednesday, June 23rd.

– Cappex.com Scholarships
The High School Innovator of the Year Scholarship is for high school students who have invented something noteworthy or improved a process that affects their fellow students, city, or town during their high school careers.
Amount: $5000.00
The Lead With Your Heart Scholarship is for students who have dedicated their time to working for the greater good. The award is about selfless service that has made a big impact in their community or beyond.
Amount: $5000.00
Deadline: December 31, 2011
For more information and to apply: www.cappex.com/scholarships

– AES Engineers Scholarship 2011
The consulting firm of AES Engineers is committed to continuing its support of higher education by provideing scholarships to deserving students.
Eligibility: To be eligible, the student needs to answer one of the essay questions that they will find on the website: www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
AES believes that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped.  For that reason, they are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluating the essays that are submitted.
Deadline: October 7, 2011
Amount: $500.00     

– Grand Canyon University – Phoenix, AZ
Scholarships are available through Grand Canyon University for the following:

Requirements:  All applicants must have submitted a GCU Admissions Application, be registered full-time for fall and spring semesters, and fill out the online scholarship application at https://stars.gcu.edu/stars
Deadline: Application must be submitted with final transcripts by August 1, 2011
For more information: www.gcu.edu
**Grand Canyon University also offers a Young Life Ambassador’s Scholarship and may be combined with academic scholarships up to the following limits:

Requirements: This scholarship is renewable and for renewal recipient must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher and fulfill other scholarship requirements
Eligibility: This scholarship will be determined by GCU in cooperation with Young Life Southwestern Region and also by completing and interview
For more information: please contact Jennifer LaFleur at jlafleur @gcu.edu

– University of Arizona Blue Chip Leadership Program
The Arizona Blue Chip Program is a nationally recognized 4-year leadership development program that consists of 400 University of Arizona students.  This co-curricular program combines classroom leadership training with valuable extracurricular activities to help students learn, practice, and engage in leadership for social change.  The mission of Blue Chip is to build leaders who make a difference, and our students are making a positive impact on the campus and local communities every day.
For more information: applications are availble online at www.union.arizona.edu/bluechip.
Deadline: Applications are accepted by July 1st for the upcoming academic year.

– Title:Lt. Col. Romeo and Josephine Bass Ferretti Scholarship
Eligibility: Graduating seniors who are dependents of an enlisted active duty Air Force Airman (Or Guard or Reserve) who is enrolling in college for a science, technology, engineering or math degree for Fall 2011.
Requirements: Complete on line application
Amount: $2,500
Due Date: June 30, 2011
For more information, please go to: Website: www.afa.org/aef/aid/Ferretti.asp OR to get the application download:  www.afa.org/aef/aid/ferretti.pdf

– Big Sun Scholarship
The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to continue to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits.  We are offering an annual schoalrship to a deserving student.  All student athletes are eligible for this awaryd, regardless of which sport they are participating in.
Eligibility: The successful applicant will be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute and currenly involved in some sport at the institution or in the community.
Deadline: June 23, 2011
Amount: $500.00
For more information: www.bigsunatheltics.com

– Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with our scholarship program for the 4th year.
 Amount: up to $1,000 to the winner(s) each year.
Deadline : June 18, 2011
Application Process: Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site:  http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm

– 2011 ICBC Scholarship
This scholarship is open to students that are between the ages of 17-21 that are residents of the US or Canada.  A student can be enrolled or intending on enrlling in any course of study in the fall semester of 2011
Amount: $1,000.00
Deadline: June 15, 2011
For more information: www.studentscholarships.org

– President Barack Obama Scholars Award at ASU
Eligibility: Students applying to ASU whose total annual family income is $60,000 or less. Requirements: Submit ASU application
Amount: All costs directly associated with ASU, which includes tuition and fees, room and board, and books and supplies.
Deadline: dependent on application
For more information: www.students.asu.edu/asu-advantage

– S.S. Scholarship Program
This scholarship is available to any student under the age of 21 as of June 1, 2011
Amount: $1,000.00
Deadline: June 1, 2011
For more information: www.studentscholarships.org

– Big Dig Scholarship
This scholarship is for students who submit an essay that is under 1000 words and are currently in high school or in their first two years of college/university.
Amount: $3,000.00
Deadline: June 1, 2011
For more information: www.studentscholarships.org

– Herman DeVry Scholarship (Note: other DeVry scholarships Available – check their website)
Eligibility: Seniors planning on attending DeVry University (technical school). Open to all 2010-2011 high school graduates and GED recipients who have earned a minimum of 2.7 GPA (on a 4.0 scale).
Deadline: Recipients have one year from high school graduation (May 2011) or GED completion to apply and start at any DeVry University location.
Award amount: $1500 per semester (valued up to $13,500)
Number available: Unlimited, until scholarship dollars of $7.5 million are exhausted Requirements: Complete on-line application or at a local DeVry campus.
 Amount: $1,500 per semester up to $13,500
Deadline: Up to one year from graduation from high school.
Website: www.devry.edu/tuition/scholarships-detail.jsp#2

– Arizona Board of Regents Honors Scholarship
Eligibility: Seniors who have completed all 16 Core Competency Courses by graduation with a B or better in each course, and have a GPA of 3.5 or are in the top 5% of the graduating class, and have Exceeded Standards on all 3 AIMS tests or Exceeded Standards on 2 AIMS tests and score a 3 on two AP tests.
Requirements: See counseling office
Amount: Full yearly tuition at UA, ASU, or NAU (renewable each year)
Due Date: Requirements complete upon graduation May 2011
Website: www.ade.state.az.us/asd/tuitionwaiver
***No application is needed for this scholarship. You will be notified if you qualify.
B. Davis Scholarship
The following website is based solely for the purpose of helping students locate and apply for scholarships.
The creators of the “Student Award Search Aid” website are offering a scholarship for 2011.
Amount: $1,000.00
Deadline: May 27, 2011
For more information and to apply for the scholarship: http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm

**Last updated May 16, 2011 **