BALL STATE UNIVERSITY– DEPARTMENT OF ART UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS– As part of the admission process for the Department of Art at Ball State, they will be hosting an Open House and Portfolio Review on Saturday, March 1, 2008. On this date Students can bring actual artwork to be reviewed as part of the criteria for admissions. Scholarship information for freshmen will be available at that time. Please see the website for examples of student artwork at www.bsu.edu/art. See guidance for more information and the other criteria needed.

BURGER KING SCHOLARS PROGRAM– this scholarship awards $1000 to eligible students who apply and meet the requirements. Applications are available online Oct. 15, 2007 through Feb. 15, 2008. Visit the website at www.bk.com/scholars for all the information.

CALVIN COLLEGE “ENTRADA SCHOLARS PROGRAM”–This is a summer academic achievement program for ethnic minority students who have completed 11th or 12th grade. Participants live on campus, take a summer course, and earn college credit. A generous scholarship is in place so the participants only pay $200 to attend. Visit online at www.calvin.edu/entrada for more information.

FORT WAYNE ELECTRICAL JATC– apprentice opportunities are available. They offer two programs: one in the electrical field and one in the telecommunication field. See Guidance for the information sheets or call 1.800.716.8381 to ask for more information.

INDIANA UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY SCIENCE- Offers 2,3, and 4 year ROTC and Nurse Scholarships. See Guidance for more information. If you are involved in the ROTC and meet the requirements please check this out...there are some very good opportunities and monies available. Visit online at http://www.indiana.edu/~rotc/ or see guidance for the brochure.

KEY BANK– Is giving away a $2500 scholarship each month to one family with a student attending a K-12 private school. Enter at www.key.com/win. Sweepstakes runs from Sept. 1, 2007 - Aug. 31, 2008. There are no GPA’s or essays required. Visit online and enter today!!!

MCKELVEY FOUNDATION– This scholarship is available to H.S. seniors who have demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit by owning and operating their own businesses while in high school. They offer up to $10,000 for 4 years to any US college or University. Visit online at www.mckelveyfoundation.org for more information. Deadline is Jan. 15, 2008.

NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR COOPERATIVE EDUCATION– This commission represents 10 NCCE Partner Colleges and will award 185 merit co-op scholarships of $6,000 each. Visit online at www.co-op.edu for more information and to complete an application. Deadline is Feb. 15, 2008.

PURDUE UNIV. COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE–a $500.00 scholarship has been designated to be awarded to a H.S. Senior who will be attending Purdue in the fall of 2008. Guidance has a copy of the scholarship application. Deadline is May 1, 2008. Call (260) 481-6826 for more information.

TRI-STATE UNIVERSITY– There are several scholarships available. The Lilly Valedictorian/Salutatorian Scholarship program awards $2500 annually for 4 years. See Guidance for the requirements and details.

The Bateman/Kolb Full tuition Scholarship is also available and awarded to the winner of two competition days held at TSU. Visit online at www.tristate.edu/scholarships for more information.

TUITION FUNDING SOURCES (TFS): This is a program sponsored by the Pepsi corporation that provides students with access to the world’s largest scholarship database along with college and career information. Students can access the information found in www.tuitionfundingsources.com at school or from their home free of charge. Follow the instructions on the website and see what it has to offer!! More than $24 Billion in scholarships are available.

US BANK– will be awarding 30 $1000 scholarships to H.S. seniors. Scholarship award recipients are selected through a random drawing process. Students can apply online by visiting www.usbank.com/studentbanking. Applications will be accepted from Oct. 2007 through Feb. 2008.

VINCENNES UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION– Has a Full scholarship available to an outstanding student majoring in Education. See guidance for more information or call (812) 888-5945. Deadline is Feb. 1, 2008

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FEB. 21 ENG. AND TECH CAREER DAY

MAR. 7 HEALTH CAREER DAY

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Vanderbilt University's pre-college PAVE program -
Check it out on-line at https://pave.vanderbilt.edu

Who's eligible: Current 11th graders (class of 2009)
2008 program dates: June 23 - August 1, 2008
Application deadline: April 20, 2008 (rolling admission)
Office contact: Prof. John Veillette
Office tel: 615 322 7827
Office fax: 615 322 3297
Office email: pave@vanderbilt.edu

Description: Vanderbilt University's pre-college PAVE program will provide you with the perfect opportunity to explore a major and a career in engineering, medicine, the sciences and other technology-based areas in a risk free environment, excel scholastically, and also have fun.

AMERICAN LEGION– has written and made available a guide for Parents and students. This 152 page book lists scholarships, grants and loans for which students may qualify. “NEED a LIFT” is the name of the book and can be ordered by calling 1-888-453-4466. It is also available online at www.needalift.org.

KEY BANK-- Order your free college Planning Guide today at www.key.com/collegeguide.

QUESTA SCHOLARS ½ BACK LOAN PROGRAM– is a unique student loan program that forgives up to ½ of the principal loan amount when you graduate with a 2.75 GPA or higher AND you continue to reside and work in Northeast Indiana for a minimum of 5 years. Visit online at questafoundation.org to obtain an application. Deadline is June 30 to be considered for the Fall and spring Semesters next year. See Guidance for the brochure!!!

“THE COMMON APPLICATION”– If you’re looking for an easy way to get an application to over 300 colleges and universities nationwide....log on to www.commonapp.org This is a new universal application that the schools have. Check it out!!

eCampusTours.com– Can help you see college in a whole new light. It’s a free website offering virtual tours of over 1200 college campuses in 360 degree views. The site also includes many student focused services to assist in choosing a college and understanding financial aid....there are also scholarship opportunities available.

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TIME FOR THE ACT’S AND SAT’S–HERE’S
WHERE TO REGISTER!!

SAT’S–Register online at www.collegeboard.com

ACT’S- REGISTER ONLINE at www.act.org
Our school Code is 151095.

SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITES:
www.careerquest14.org (sponsored by Anthis Career Center)
www.collegeboard.com
www.finaid.com
www.mycollegeoptions.com
www.fafsa.com
www.usbank.com/studentbanking
www.collegeplanning.nelnet.net
www.fastweb.com
www.wiredscholar.com
www.scholarships.com/counselors
www.scholarships.com
www.weeklyscholarshipalert.org

CHECK OUT THIS GREAT WEBSITE:

WWW.TUITIONFUNDINGSOURCES.COM It has 10 times the amount of scholarships as FASTWEB, or any other commercial website. It contains information on careers, athletic scholarships, student loans, grants, etc. It is the biggest and best service in existence– and provided to us exclusively by Pepsi-Cola bottler.

Last updated Thursday, January 17, 2008