Showing posts with label November. Show all posts
Showing posts with label November. Show all posts

Monday, October 15, 2012

Up Coming Scholarships

We have a few scholarships that will be coming due in the next few weeks. It's still early in the Scholarship season but we do have these three.We should start getting quite a few more around the month of January so stay tuned!

Horatio Alger Association Scholarship
Deadline October 25, 2012

You will need to go online to apply for this scholarship.

Eligibility requirements:
  • Graduating senior (class of 2013)
  • attending a 4-year accredited college or university and pursuing a Bachelor's Degree
  • critical financial need (family income of less than $50,000)
  • involvement in co-curricular and community activities
  • demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
  • Minimum GPA 2.0
  • United States Citizenship
To apply: Horatio Alger

Futuro Con Leche Scholarship
Deadline:December 15, 2012

The Hispanic Scholarship fund and Got Milk have teamed up to offer ten $4,000 scholarships for high school seniors of Hispanic Heritage.

Eligibility requirements:
  • Be of Hispanic heritage
  • US citizen, legal permanent resident or an eligible non-US resident
  • High school graduating senior planning to enroll full-time seeking a degree at a four-year or two year accredited U.S. institution in the US, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands or Guam during the 2013-2014 academic year
  • Minimum GPA 3.00 on a 4.00 scale
  • Must be eligible to receive a Pell Grant
  • Must apply for federal financial aid by completing the FAFSA in 2012
  • Must write a maximum 250 word essay telling us about  your high school journey and how making milk part of your routine has helped you succeed.
This is an online only application so stop by the counseling office and pick up the directions to apply for this.

Stokes Educational Scholarship Program
Deadline: November 15th, 2012

Qualifications for High School Students – You must major in computer science or computer/electrical engineering and meet the following requirements:
  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Eligible to be granted a security clearance
  • A high school senior at the time of application
  • A minimum SAT/College Board score of 1600 (1100 Critical Reading and Math, 500 in Writing) or ACT of 25
  • A GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale is preferred
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities
How to Apply:
·         Program applications will be accepted between September 1st and November 15th each year. Applications must be submitted online or postmarked on or before November 15th.  Applications received after the deadline, as well as incomplete packets, will not be considered.
To apply for the Stokes Educational Scholarship Program, applicants must first:
  • Submit a resume online during open season by clicking any “Apply Online” link. 
  •  Under “Basic Job Search,” type in the keywords “Stokes Educational Scholarship
  • Program” and click on “Search.” Select “Stokes Educational Scholarship Program” and click “Apply Now.”
  • Follow the directions as prompted.
Once your resume has been submitted online, please submit the following by mail:
  • Letter of Recommendation from a teacher/counselor/advisor who can attest to your academic ability.
  • One-page essay entitled, “I want a career at NSA because…”.
  • An official transcript from your high school which indicates your unweighted cumulative GPA and class rank (if applicable).
  • Photocopy of your SAT/ACT or College Board scores (required for all high school students).
  • Three (3) pages of supplemental information, if desired. This information can be anything that would enhance your application, such as an original essay, etc.
Once your resume has been submitted online, please submit the following by mail:
  • Letter of Recommendation from a teacher/counselor/advisor who can attest to your academic ability.
  • One-page essay entitled, “I want a career at NSA because…”.
  • An official transcript from your high school which indicates your unweighted cumulative GPA and class rank (if applicable).
  • Photocopy of your SAT/ACT or College Board scores (required for all high school students).
  • Three (3) pages of supplemental information, if desired. This information can be anything that would enhance your application, such as an original essay, etc.  
All resumes must include the following information:
  • Name
  • Street Address
  • City, State & ZIP Code
  • Phone Number
  • E-mail Address
  • Date of Birth
  • High School – Computer science or computer/electrical engineering
If you are a high school senior, your resume must also include:
  • Unweighted GPA
  • Honors or AP courses
  • Highest SAT Score for Math and Verbal
  • ACT scores (if taken)
  • College Boards (Applicable in Puerto Rico)
  • Extracurricular activities
  • School activities
  • Leadership positions held
For more information and to apply click on the link below:

Stokes Educational Scholarship Program

Friday, October 12, 2012

Help With Completing and Submitting College Applications

CSU and UC applications are due now!!!

If you need help completing and submitting your applications, stop by the Navi Lab during the following dates and times:

November 5, 2012          2nd, 3rd, and 6th Periods
November 7, 2012          2nd, 3rd, and 6th Periods
November 13, 2012        6th Period

The counselors will be available during these times to help you and answer questions.

Sunday, September 16, 2012

Important Dates for UC System and CSU System Schools

The College season has started! 

It's never too early to start thinking about what college or university  you'd like to attend. Here is some information that you should be aware of if you are planning to attend a University of California (UC) or California State University (CSU) school.


What’s happening at HSU:

Humboldt Fall Preview Day and Fall Admissions Review Day for Local Students: 

Friday, October 19, 2012 at HSU

HSU representative will be at Eureka High for Instant  Admissions Day on:

 Wednesday, October 31, 2012

CSU

Application window for applying to a CSU System school :

October 1-November 30, 2012

CSU Mentor:  CSUmentor.edu

CSU Mentor is an excellent website that has information about all things CSU. If you are  planning to go to a CSU school, this is a must see site for you. Some things that may be helpful to you are:
  • Preview application process 
  •  Explore CSU campuses



What’s happening at UC

Application window for applying to a UC System School is: 

November 1-30, 2012

Keep up with UC System News:

Check out this YouTube channel for what’s going on in the UC System:

Most schools will want you to write a personal statement. What is a personal statement and what does it need to stand out from the rest? Here is a link that you should check out as it has good information and insights:


We are just at the beginning of this process. Stay tuned both here and to the bulletin for announcements on upcoming deadlines and steps you should be taking to be ready to submit your applications. It's going to be an exciting year!