These are the scholarship notices that have come across the counselors' desks so far. We will update the list as we receive new information. It would be nearly impossible to list all the scholarships available, many of which we do not receive hard copies.
Therefore, please be sure to check the additional links that are listed for other scholarship information. Please inform your counselor of any awards/scholarships you may receive as we are keeping a running tally of what our talented students receive.
Please check application deadlines carefully, especially for those with on-line applications. We often do not receive notification of deadline adjustments, so plan ahead and double check when they are due. Good Luck!
Morrow High School
Professional School Counselors
SCHOLARSHIPS
& AWARDS
Beyonce’s
Homecoming Scholars Award Program
Beyoncé, through her BeyGOOD initiative, has established the Homecoming Scholars Award Program for students attending Xavier University, Wilberforce University, Tuskegee University and Bethune-Cookman University – all Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
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The deadline for this scholarship is usually in JUNE of each year, and the award amount is usually $25,000.
SCHOLARSHIP HINTS
Use the following helpful hints as you begin the process of applying for scholarships. The students who are most successful at earning scholarships are students who follow these points:
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Remember that applying for scholarships is the responsibility of the student.
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Morrow High School is not notified of all scholarships available at a particular college, so students are encouraged to contact the college they hope to attend and ask for information on freshman scholarships.
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Don’t procrastinate! Get busy on this part of your college planning early and stay on top of it. Your success will depend on your perseverance, organization, and your ability to meet deadlines.
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Be sure to give your teachers and counselor adequate time to write recommendations for you. Two weeks is a good rule of thumb. Give them a list of activities and awards that are noteworthy in the recommendation. When given sufficient time, teachers can write a meaningful letter that truly reflects each student’s unique qualities.
Here is a resource that may help you in finding scholarships. http://www.goodcall.com/scholarships/
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National Hook-up of Black Women (NHBW) Scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors who plan to enroll in an accredited college or university in the fall after graduation. Two different scholarships are available.
The deadline for this scholarship is usually in FEBRUARY of each year, and the award amount VARIES
The Shawn Carter Foundation Scholarship provides financial support to high school students as well as undergraduate students entering college for the first time. The purpose of the scholarship is to help under-served students who may not be eligible for other scholarships.
Students who have either graduated from high school or earned their G.E.D. may apply. Minimum grade point average is 2.0. Students must have a strong desire to go to college and earn their degree. Students must also have a desire to give back to their communities.
Students up to age 25 may apply. The scholarship can be used for tuition, room and board, books, fees and other college-related expenses. All high school seniors, undergraduate students at two-year or four-year institutions and vocational or trade school students are eligible.
The deadline for this scholarship is usually in APRIL of each year, and the award amount is usually $1,500 - $2,500.
For more details, visit www.shawncartersf.com
The Shawn Carter Foundation Scholarship provides financial support to high school students as well as undergraduate students entering college for the first time. The purpose of the scholarship is to help under-served students who may not be eligible for other scholarships.
Students who have either graduated from high school or earned their G.E.D. may apply. Minimum grade point average is 2.0. Students must have a strong desire to go to college and earn their degree. Students must also have a desire to give back to their communities.
Students up to age 25 may apply. The scholarship can be used for tuition, room and board, books, fees and other college-related expenses. All high school seniors, undergraduate students at two-year or four-year institutions and vocational or trade school students are eligible.
The deadline for this scholarship is usually in APRIL of each year, and the award amount is usually $1,500 - $2,500.
For more details, visit www.shawncartersf.com