Scholarships & Other OpportunitiesHusky Opps Scholarship DatabaseThe following document is a collection of scholarship information that allows students to submit their parameters (i.e. grade level, gpa, community service, etc) and the databases then provide scholarships that fit the criteria! Kind of like a one stop shop! Also, if you know of a great resource, email it to me at [email protected]
Delta High School Scholarship Databasehttps://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1yfGFQsi8pDYV6NUxhvo8X_5c6D5IeVgZE4Sf38XYfx0/edit?usp=sharing
2014 Local Scholarship ApplicationsThe local community scholarship applications are out! You can the materials here! All applications are due May 1st. Interview night is Tuesday May 6th. I will not accept late applications.
Salcha Delta Soil & Water Conservation District ContestDownload the files below to access for information. Due March 25, 2015
Cancer ScholarshipsThose students who have been affected by cancer have a chance to write an essay about how it has affected your life. Winners will receive $1,500. See more info here: http://mesotheliomagroup.com/scholarships
The American Childhood Cancer Society http://acco.org has a wealth of information about childhood cancer awareness. GVEA Scholarship ApplicationDue Feb 6, 2015. Click here to access: http://www.gvea.com/inside/scholarship
SchollyThis app available on the Apple ITunes store is an excellent resource for fast scholarship searches! Download the app here. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! http://www.myscholly.com/#header
Alaska Business Week Opportunity-Look for 2014Check out the flyer here http://alaskachamber.com/files/700.pdf for more information about this fabulous opportunity to earn 2 college credits, while learning about the business industry in Alaska. Scholarships are available.
Wells Fargo CollegeStepsCheck out wellsfargo.com/collegesteps for college planning tools and financial aid resources. Students are also eligible to enter a $1,000 scholarship competition. (Do not need to be a WellsFargo member to participate.
HOBY Leadership SeminarA youth leadership organization. Every spring Sophomores across the country are chosen to attend the HOBY State Leadership Seminar. All 10th graders are eligible to apply. www.hoby.org for more information
7 Crazy ScholarshipsGo to http://www.hercampus.com/high-school/preparing-college/7-craziest-scholarships-you-can-apply-now?page=2 to find the craziest opportunities to earn free money! So easy
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Interesting ArticlesU.S. NewsHow to qualify for out of state tuition breaks! An article from U.S. Newshttp://www.usnews.com/education/articles/2011/07/27/how-to-qualify-for-out-of-state-tuition-breaks?page=2
Alaska Performance Scholarship Information |
Budgeting Resources
PowerPay Website
Credit Score Info
Bank Rate
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Financial Aid Blogs
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Federal Student Aid Resources
Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
An excellent resource for learning about financial aid. acpe.alaska.gov/moneysmarts
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
All students receiving government financial aid will fill out the FAFSA starting in January of the Senior year. This application will require the tax and income information for your parents and yourself (if you have income/ job). This will be updated annually so remember your pin number.
Go to: fafsa.ed.gov for more information
Want a sneak peak?
Go to fafsa4caster.ed.gov to learn more
Go to: fafsa.ed.gov for more information
Want a sneak peak?
Go to fafsa4caster.ed.gov to learn more
Financial Aid Toolkit
This toolkit combines Federal Student Aid into a huge database to support students and
For information about federal student aid from the U.S. Department of Education’s office of Federal Student Aid, visit StudentAid.gov.
A great resource to check out links to FAFSA, Types of Financial Aid, Repaying loans, College Prep, and Special Audiences. http://www.edpubs.gov/document/DC_Letter_OPEs_Nov_2012.pdf
Need a Lift
A resource from American Legion. It is a college planning handbook that has resources for financial aid opportunities.
www.needalift.org
www.needalift.org
Resources for Alaska Bound College Students
UAF Financial Aid Advisor
University of Alaska Foundation Scholarships (Click here for website)
*Need to apply to the University first!
How to apply:
1. Go to UAOnline at http://uaonline.alaska.edu
2. Go to UAOnline and answer required scholarship questions
3. Take note of deadline: February 15
4. Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid www.fafsa.ed.gov (Available January 1)
How to apply:
1. Go to UAOnline at http://uaonline.alaska.edu
2. Go to UAOnline and answer required scholarship questions
3. Take note of deadline: February 15
4. Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid www.fafsa.ed.gov (Available January 1)
Alaska Advantage Programs
A great website to learn about loans, grants, and other financial aid for Alaska students.
http://akadvantage.alaska.gov/
http://akadvantage.alaska.gov/
Other Opportunities
Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange
Interested in going to GERMANY? You can apply for the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program and have an opportunity to learn a foreign language, experience another culture, and gain a better global understanding all while representing the United States as a Youth Ambassador. Eligibility includes:
- Be a U.S. Citizen
- Have a G.P.A of 3.0 or better
- Be between ages 15-18 by the start of the program.
Random Scholarship Databases
LGBQT ScholarshipsThe Pride foundation has awarded more than $3 million to nearly 1,200 lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and straight ally student leaders. Application is open October- January. pridefoundation.org
Christian connectorProvides free Christian college information services as well scholarship information. www.christianconnector.com
Student Award Search
Anchorage School District Resources
National Co-Op Scholarship Program
Students must apply to one of 7 WACE Partner Institutions to be eligible. Deadline to apply is February 15th. Find them here: http://www.waceinc.org/scholarship/partners.html
www.co-op.edu Fastweb
A huge database for scholarships. I would recommend creating another email address when applying for scholarships through this service as you might get an influx of email. Check out www.fastweb.com
Weekly Scholarship Alert
You might need to register your email address, but check out this website to get scholarship opportunities sent directly to your email.
http://weeklyscholarshipalert.com/weeklylist/ Collegeboard Financial AidFind out about financial aid at www.collegeboard.org/student/pay
Wells FargoThe CollegeSTEPS Resource Connection links students to tools and tips from Wells Fargo. Check it out here: www.wellsfargo.com/resourceguide
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45 Weird ScholarshipsSchool Soup Scholarship Database
Check out SchoolSoup for a scholarship database that gives you scholarships based upon the information you provide
Speak out and Win Scholarship
Here is a chance to win $500. Chcck out www.alertmagazine.org for more information
Scholarships for Alaska Medical Students |