*The scholarships below in red are more specific for our students.
See Mrs. Searle for more information.
The 2012-2013 Youth Activist Scholarship Program will award three $1000 scholarships to eligible college bound high school seniors who have demonstrated commitment to civil liberties through some form of activism. Application deadline is January 7, 2013 and the application form is available at www.acluutah.org/scholarship.html
The 2013 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards for 5th through 12th grade students. This scholarship is for students who have engaged in volunteer activity that occurred at least in part after September 1, 2011. Applications must be completed online at http://spirit.prudential.com or www.nassp.org/spirit and submitted to the school principal by November 6, 2012. Scholarships range from $1000 to $5000 and include an all expense paid trip to Washington D.C. with a parent or guardian.
2013 Spirit of America Youth Conference at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania for 11th grade students. Sessions will be held March 7-10 or April 25-28, 2013. Scholarships available to cover the cost of transportation and attendance at the conference. See Mrs. Searle for the application and further details.
2012-2013 Daniels Scholarship. Applications available at www.DanielsFund.org and are due November 29, 2012. The scholarship covers the unmet needs of the student based on the Expected Family Contribution and is renewable for four years.. See Mrs. Searle for additional information.
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Animal Cruelty Awareness Scholarship |
September 10 |
There are 7 million animals in shelters across the US and 4 to 5 million of those die every year. DoSomething.org is helping you spread the word and put an end to animal cruelty. Go to dosomething.org/social-scholarships/animal-cruelty to share astonishing facts about animal welfare with your friends. |
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Utah Hispanic Business Leadership Foundation |
September 14 |
Applicant must be enrolled in high school and be a resident of Utah and of Hispanic/Latino descent. Applicant must have demonstrated leadership in school, community and/or other service organizations that promote, enhance or strengthen diversity. Applicant must also demonstrate financial need and have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above. |
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School Supply Drive Scholarship |
September 15 |
Do Something and Staples want your help to make school a little easier for the 16 million kids who will otherwise return to school this year without the supplies they need. |
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Ogden-Weber Tech College |
Deadlines vary monthly |
Foundation, Need-Based, Practical Nursing, Achievement Based, Minority Scholarships available. |
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Zions Pays for A's |
October, November, February, March Drawings |
7th-12th graders who earn A's on their report card. |
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Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest Scholarship |
September 17 |
Write an essay between 800-1600 words regarding a selected topic online about Atlas Shrugged. |
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Shout it Out Scholarship |
September 30 |
Submit a short online essay response to prompt. |
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| Questbridge College Match | September 28 | Full 4-yr scholarships to the nation's best colleges & universities for talented students. | Website |
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Horatio Alger |
October 25 |
Senior who demonstrates financial need, evidence integrity and perseverance in the face of adversity. |
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| Junior Miss Scholarship Program |
October |
For senior girls. Competitions include scholastic achievement, judges interview, creative and performing arts, physical fitness and self-expression. | |
| US Senate Youth Program | October 19 |
For students interested in pursuing public service. Want to go to Washington D.C. in March to learn more about your government? | Website |
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Siemens Competition Scholarship |
October 1 |
Team or individual science project with research report. |
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Wendy's High School Heisman |
October 2 |
Any senior student athlete who works hard, is dedicated, and has become a role model for your school's underclassmen. |
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Young Arts Program - NFAA |
October 19 |
Excellence in visual and performing arts. |
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CIA Undergraduate Scholar Program |
October 15 |
Age 18 by May 1 of senior year. ACT of 21+, and GPA of3.0 or higher. Interested in a government job. |
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AES Engineering |
October 5 |
Senior, essay required. |
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Grammy Foundation |
October |
Various grants given for science research programs. |
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US Senate Youth Program |
October 19 |
MMHS nominates two student body officers to participate in the state competition and potentially the Senate Youth Program in Washington D.C. sometime in March. |
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PSAT-National Merit Qualifying Test |
Test Date: October 20 |
Test takes place 3rd week in October. It is for sophomores and juniors. Must be a junior to qualify for the NMSQT. Top scoring students in the state will become semi-finalists (as juniors) and be considered for scholarships. |
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| Make a Difference Day |
October 27 |
On a Saturday in October you can act alone or enlist friends, family, and co -workers. |
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Coca-Cola Scholars |
October 31 |
Senior with leadership, commitment to community, academic achievement, employment. |
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Education Matters |
October 31 |
Submit an online short written response to a particular question. | |
| Joe Foss Veteran's Day Contest |
October |
A specific topic assigned each year regarding veterans. Essay required. | |
