Your High School must host two blood drives. The scholarship is available to any student regardless of whether he or she donates blood.
The student must submit a typed, single spaced essay of up to 500 words that offers ideas on how to motivate others to donate blood, ways to contribute when not an eligible donor or how to keep high school donors as active donors after graduation.
The student must plan to attend an institution of higher learning in the year following award of the scholarship.
For applications go to www.giveblood.org/scholarship
Deadline March 1, 2011

The Texas Student Housing Authority offers a $2,500 Scholarship per year for a maximum value of $10,000. TSH owns facilities in Austin, College Station, and Denton.
If you are considering attending A & M University or University of Texas you should apply for this scholarship. More information is available at www.texasstudenthousing.net.

Go online at www.eCampusTours.com for a chance to win a $1,000 scholarship.

Deadlines for submission are:
February 1 - first round awards
March 22 - second round awards
June 21 - third round of awards

1n 2008, the Texas Society of Professional Engineers and the Texas Engineering Foundation will award approximately $100,000 in scholarships to high school seniors who plan to study engineering at an ABET-accredited university.
You must apply in order to be considered. Applications may be obtained at www.tspe.org. Information about ABET-accredited schools can be found at www.abet.org/accrediteac.asp.

Abbott & Fenner scholarship information can be found at
www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm

East Texas State Fair is proud to announce the annual scholarship program. If you are planning to attend Tyler Junior College you should apply for this scholarship. Information may be obtained at www.etstatefair.com.
East Texas Cattle-Ettes offer a $1000 scholarship for those attending TJC as well. Two other organizations associated with East Texas State Fair offer scholarships: East Texas Farm and Ranch and East Texas Pineywoods Cattlewomen information may be obtained from the same website.

This scholarship is for students who are planning to persue a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, computer science, and management information or computer information systems.
To qualify a student must be a Texas resident, considered economically disadvantaged and attend a four-year public college or university as a full-time student. For rules, requirements and application you may access the website at www.txdot.gov/careers.

The application and eligibility criteria is available at the website at www.TABE.org. or call 1-800-822-3930.
The following link allows you to download the scholarship application:
tabe.org/main/forms/2008docs/highschool2008.pdf

Every year, the Frontier Fiesta Association gives ten scholarships to deserving incoming freshman and current UH students. These scholarships not only reward academic achievement, but also recognize outstanding efforts in community service. Applicants are chosen through a committee of University Faculty and Staff. Over the last fifteen years Frontier Fiesta has awarded over $70,000 in scholarships. In 2006 alone, Frontier Fiesta granted $10,000 to UH students!

If you are interesting in applying for the Frontier Fiesta Association Scholarships, please download one of the following applications and submit it, with all supporting material, to the Frontier Fiesta Association.
Obtain your application from: www.uh.edu/fiesta/forms/dox_08/highschooll_appl_08.pdf

East Texas Scholarship
East Texas Section
Tyler, Texas USA
This scholarship is for a total of $7,000 over 4 years for Petroleum, Chemical and Mechanical Engineering students interested in pursuing careers in the oilfield.
Only given to students from our East Texas SPE region. Contact scholarship chairperson for additional information.

Cappex.com is giving away thousands of dollars in college scholarships, and we want you to get a piece. All you need is a Cappex profile. One profile makes you eligible to apply for many different scholarships. Once your profile is complete, click on the scholarships tab and apply away. Scholarships will be given to students with well rounded profiles so don't hold back on the details.

A Cappex profile brings you more than scholarship money. It lets you know which colleges want you before you apply. On Cappex, you are matched with interested colleges based on your accomplishments, needs and wants.

Fill out a profile. Get colleges. Get money. If only midterms were this easy.

"Just Because We Love You" Scholarships
A GPA Isn't Everything Scholarship Deadline: Nov. 31, 2008 Amount: $1,000 Cappex Promoter Scholarship Deadline: Nov. 31, 2008 Amount: $1,000 + $500 for a friend Standout Talent Scholarship Deadline: Nov. 31, 2008 Amount

Students interested in a nomination to a United States Military Academy must begin their applications in the spring of the year before admission. The class entering the academies in the summer of 2009, the application and supporting documents must be returned to the Congressional office, no later that November 1, of this year to be considered for a nomination.
The Congressional nomination application is separate form the materials each candidate must provide to the academies. Applicants must contact each academy directly to open an admissions file. Students are encouraged to apply to all five academies to maximize their chances for a Service Academy appointment.
See Mrs. Murray for information about your Congressional District.

The application deadline for this year's AXA Achievement Scholarship os February 15, 2009. To learn more about AXA Achievement and to read about some of the past winners, visit www.axa-achievement.com.

Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to announce that the scholarship program will be continued for 2009. Our winners from the past two years are posted on our scholarship website.

Please visit our website at www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm to learn more about this opportunity.

Free College Scholarship is giving you a real treat a free $10,000 Scholarship! Go to SchoolSoup.com for more info.

BigSun organization is offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in.

Deadline: June 27, 2009
Amount of Award: $500.00

Visit www.bigsunathletics.com

North Texas Chapter of the Air Force Association is proud to announce the Annual Earle North Parker Essay Contest for academic year 2008-2009. This program is open to all high school seniors in the Northeast Texas area.
Entry forms, instructions, and information for the Earle North Parker Contest can be found on their website www.afanetx.org

Check it out at https://www.nrotc.navy.mil/application/default.cfm
Minimum requirements for submission of an application:
Top 10% of high school class, or
ACT: 21 Math, 22 English, or
SAT: 520 Math, 530 Verbal.

Are you an outstanding senior with financial need and entrepreneurial spirit? Try qualifying for the KFC Colonel's Scholars Program. Awards are up to $20,000 for tuition, fees, textbooks, room and board.
Earn a minimum high school GPA or 2.75
Enroll in a public college or university within your their state of legal residence.
Plan to pursue a bachelor's degree.
be a US citizen or permanent resident.
Demonstrate financial need.
Complete the online scholarship application which is available between December 1, 2008 and February 10, 2009 at www.kfcscholars.org.

The Goss-Michael Foundation is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to building an art collection that reflects the new and emerging creative methods of world-renowned British contemporary artists and also serves as an educational resource for promoting, motivating and inspiring young artists. George Michael and partner Kenny Goss, established the Foundation to share their personal collection with the public and increase the appreciation of contemporary art, specifically in the Dallas area.



The Goss-Michael Foundation Texas State Scholarship is merit-based in the amount of $5,000, to be applied toward tuition at the student’s chosen college or university upon acceptance. In addition to the funding, the recipient will have one piece of art framed and displayed in the director’s office at The Goss-Michael Foundation and will be featured on the Foundation website and monthly newsletter. To be eligible, students must pursue a degree in visual arts upon graduation.



You will find more detailed information and an application for the scholarship attached. We appreciate your help in ensuring that your students are aware of this opportunity and are given ample time to apply.

The Texas State Scholarship

The Goss-Michael Foundation is extending a scholarship opportunity to all Texas high school graduating seniors who would like to pursue a college education in visual arts. This is a merit based scholarship in the amount of $5,000 that will be given directly to the student’s chosen college or university upon acceptance.
Selection is based on artistic achievement, scholastic achievement, school and community participation, and leadership. All applicants will submit completed scholarship application form, high school transcript, artist’s statement, essay and a CD of10 original works. Please note that only complete applications will be considered. Recipients will be chosen by a panel of judges comprised of distinguished art professionals.
As well as receiving a scholarship, the recipient will have one piece of art framed and displayed at The Goss-Michael Foundation and will be featured on the Foundation website and monthly newsletter. The scholarship recipient will be announced in May. Applications will be accepted at The Goss-Michael Foundation no later than 6:00pm on March 31, 2009.

Application Requirements
1. Applicant must be a graduating senior in Texas.
2. Applicant must pursue a fine arts degree.

Application Procedure
Applicants should submit the following:
1. A completed scholarship application form
2. An unofficial high school transcript
3. 1,000 Word Essay “Why I Deserve This Scholarship”
4. Artist’s statement
5. CD of 10 original works


For further information, please contact The Goss-Michael Foundation at Lindsey@gossmichaelfoundation.org or call 214.696.0555.










The Texas State Scholarship
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Name: ___________________ ____________________ ____ Male/Female
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Where do you plan to pursue an undergraduate degree?

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Please list any extra curricular activities you are involved with in the space below.

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Applicant Signature: ___________________________________

Date: __________________

To be considered for the program, applicants must: meet all University requirements for unconditional admission; have a minimum 1250 (combined critical reading and math) on the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) or a minimum 28 on the American College Test (ACT); have completed a balanced college preparatory program including history, science and a foreign language; be in the top quarter of their graduating class; and be a resident of the state of Texas.


If you meet the minimum requirements stated above, please print or type your responses on the application. In addition, you will need to request a specific nomination for the Carr P. Collins Scholars Program from a teacher or your principal including a brief explanation of why you deserve the scholarship. You also will need to prepare a personal essay in your own handwriting. Your essay should be one to two pages in length and should demonstrate your personal and professional qualifications, concept of leadership and philosophy of service. To be considered for the Carr P. Collins Scholars Program, the completed application must be postmarked by January 31.


Collins Scholars are awarded $4,350 each year, renewable for four years. Selection for the Collins scholarship is highly competive. A limited number of awards are made. Collins Scholars must maintain a 3.0 grade point average, satisfactory progress toward a degree, and continued dedication to leadership and service.


Recipients will participate in a program of civic or community service approved by Baylor University for one semester during each year they are a designated Collins Scholar. They will attend special seminars designed for the program, as well as an annual dinner held in their honor. Collins Scholars will maintain a relationship with Baylor and Carr P. Collins Scholars Program to mentor future scholarship recipients and illustrate the program's positive results.

Tipton Ford Inc. has partnered with Built Ford Tough Trucks and the National FFA Foundation to provide a total of 3 scholarships at $1,000 each. All FFA seniors please go to Tipton Ford with the signature page from the scholarship application.
BONUS:
Ford Trucks will award a two-year lease on a 2009 F - 250 Super Duty Truck to the FFA Chapter with the highest-scoring applications. To qualify the chapter must:
*Be from a participating Ford Dealer Trade area and have applications signed by participating Ford dealer.
* Have at least 3 completed, qualified high senior applications.
* All applicants must be FFA members.

Visit www.myCougarConnection.com/scholarships and www.uh.edu/scholarships
Applications must be recieved by February 8, 2009.