Name |
Organization |
Amount |
Description |
Deadline |
Student
of Integrity Scholarship
Regional
|
Better Business Bureau |
$1000 scholarships to six students in Northeast Georgia |
Selection Criteria:
Leadership 10%
Community service 10%
Academic 10%,
Essay 70%. |
Deadline extended until February 6, 2012
Information
and Application |
Jackson
County Community Outreach Scholarship
Local
|
Jackson County Community Outreach |
Two $1000 Scholarships |
Selection Criteria:
Jackson County resident
Defined need for financial support
A letter of recommendation from school
Acceptance letter from student's postsecondary school (college
or technical college)
Someone who has overcome obstacles to attain their education
Leadership demonstrated through school or community |
February 21, 2012
Application
Must return to the counseling office. |
Farm
Burea Scholarship for Agriculture
Regional
|
Georgia Farm Bureau |
Three $3000 scholarships. Seven $750 scholarships
One $500 schlarship for Donald Childs Scholarship |
Selection Criteria:
Applications must be approved and signed by the county Farm Bureau president where the application is being accepted before being submitted.
Students submitting application must be a high school senior for
the current academic year and plan to be enrolled in a unit of the
University System of Georgia or Berry College during the 2012-2013
school year pursuing an undergraduate degree in agricultural and
environmental sciences, family and consumer sciences, or a related
agricultural field.
A formal high school photo should be attached to each application. |
February 22, 2012 to be considered for the Donald Childs Scholarship
February 24, 2012 for regular Farm Bureau Scholarship
Application
|
Univision
34 League of Champion Scholarship
Regional
|
Channel 34, Atlanta |
Several $1000 Scholarships |
Eligibility:
Must reside in the Atlanta area (Includes Jackson County)
Must be enrolled in the 12th grade with sufficient credits to
graduate in the Spring term of 2012
Must be of Hispanic descent (defined as persons descended from
Central America (excluding Belize), Cuba, Dominican Republic, Mexico,
Puerto Rico, South America (Excluding guyana, Suriname, and French
Guiana) or other Spanish speaking countries.
Must have a Cumulative of 3.0 GPA based pm a 4.0 scale.
If selected, must submit a letter of acceptance to a higher education
institution to Univision no later than June 30, 2013.
| February28, 2012
Application
Rules |
AT-Promise
Scholarship
Regional
|
The Georgia Appalachian Center for Higher Education (GACHE) |
Varies |
Selection Criteria:
Must be:
Legal residents of Georgia
First-time college students
Targeted students:
First generation college student
Considered "at-risk" for attending college
Accepted or applied to a partner college, technical college, or
university.
Have overcome significant obstacles to complete high school
employed or significantly responsible for their own financial
well-being. |
March 1, 2012
Application(PDF)
Must submit application to the counseling
office.
|
| Medical Surgical Arts Scholarship
Local
|
Medical Surgical Arts |
Two $500 Scholarships |
Criteria:
Graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School, East
Jackson Comprehensive High School, Banks County High School, or
Commerce High School
Applying to an Accredited College
3.5 GPA or Higher
Must submit five page paper on goals, aspirations, and community service. |
March 1, 2012
Application
|
Gail Ingram
Scholarship
Regional
|
Family, Friends, and Students of Gail Ingram |
A $500 scholarship |
Selection Criteria:
Demonstrated Financial Need
Minimum 3.0
Criteria can be waived for students in foster care who the committed
believes can be successful in college. |
March 1, 2012
Application |
TD Automotive Compressor
Georgia Scholarship
Regional
|
TD Automotive Compressor Georgia |
$2000 scholarship (Renewable for three years when criteria is
met.) |
Selection Criteria:
Jackson County Georgia Resident
Graduating Senior pursuing a full time degree at a U.S. accredited
college in the Fall
Up to five semi-finalists will be invited to a personal interview. One finalist will then be selected.
Minimum 2.5GPA |
March 1, 2012
Application |
Classic
City Cultural Foundation Scholarship
Regional
|
Classic City Cultural Foundation |
Three $1000 Scholarships (One for vocal performance, one for
musical instrument, and one for performance art) |
Eligibility:
Show a strong commitment to performing arts and must be a high
school junior or senior planning to attend a college or university.
An overall B average or above.
Demonstrate leadership qualities in school.
Cannot be related to anyone employed by the Classic Center.
Perform at the audition.
Complete the application for the scholarship and submit it to
the Classic City Cultural Foundation.
Agree to have picture taken for use in possible promotional material
for the Classic Center
Does not have to be majoring in performing arts in college |
March 9, 2012 @ 5:00 pm
Application |
Georgia
Fire Sprinkler Association Essay Contest
Regional
|
Georgia Fire Sprinlkler Association |
Up to $1500 scholarship |
Selection Criteria:
Plan to further their education at a college/university or certified
trade school in the United States in the fall 2012 semester. t.
|
March 10, 2012
Application and Information
|
Gwinnett
Federal C.U. Student Scholarship (PDF)
Regional
|
Gwinnett Federal Credit Union |
Nine $2500 scholarships for all areas served by Gwinnett Federal |
Selection Criteria:
Awarded to seniors who plan to have a career in education and return to Georgia to teach.
A copy of SAT or ACT Scores
A copy of the high school transcript.
A two page double-spaced essay expressing your desire to be a
teacher and why. (See application for more details.)
Two letters of reference, one from a teacher and one from an administrator
in your current school who can attest to your potential as a prospective
education major. |
March 23, 2012
Application
(PDF)
|
Andy Byers Gweinnett Federal Scholarship (PDF)
Local
|
Gwinnett Federal Credit Union |
Minimum scholarship is $500. The ultimate amount is usually more than that. |
Selection Criteria:
Must be planning to earn a college degree in education. (Leading to a teaching certificate.)
A copy of SAT or ACT Score
A copy of transcript
A two page, double-spaced, typed essay expressing why you desire
to further your education, describing the experiences you have had
in community services and explaining the reasons why you need financial
support for your education.
Two letters of reference; one from a teacher and one from an administrator
or counselor in your current high school who could attest to your
potential. |
March 23, 2012
Application
(PDF)
|
Georgia
Electronic Life Safety & Systems Scholarship
Regional
|
Georgia Electronic Life Safety & Systems Association |
One $1500 Scholarship |
Eligibility:
Must have a father, mother, or natural guardian who is a full-time active member of the police or sheriff's department or fire depment, or who is a volunteer member of a fire department.
Download the application and rules for more information. |
March 30, 2012
Application and Rules |
Ashton
Bray Memorial Scholarship
Local
|
The Bray Family |
Two $1000 scholarships for students who live in Jackson County. |
Eligibility:
Must be participating in 4-H or FFA
Attend an accredited Georgia technical, 2 year or 4 year college
|
April 1, 2012
Applicaiton |
Julian
and Jan Hester Memorial Scholarship Fund
Regional
|
Community Bankers Association of Georgia |
At least four $1000 scholarships |
Eligibility:
Complete Application
Prepare essay on community banking
Reference from one teacher.
Awards based on merit, not financial need |
April 13, 2012
Application and Rules |
|
SAE
Engineering Scholarships
National |
SAE International |
More than 60 corporate- and university-sponsored scholarships |
Apply here. |
Varies |
TuitionFundingSources.com
National |
Pepsi-Cola |
Varies |
The website offers a scholarship database along with college and
career information. Here's the procedure to follow:
Go to
www.TuitionFundingSources.com. Click on Login and then the "First
Time User?" link.
Select the state where you live and the school you attend.
Enter your email address as your user name and then create a password.
If you want to use the automatic letter writing feature, enter
your name and address. This information is not shared with anyone. |
Varies |
Scholarships below this line were available during the 2010-2011 school year.
When we receive information for 2011-2012, we'll
post it above this line.
|
William
Wesley Roberts Scholarship (PDF)
Local
|
Family and friends of Wesley Roberts |
Two $1500 Scholarship |
Criteria:
Graduating senior of JCCHS
Planning to attend a college, university, or technical college
for fall semester
Must have a 2.0 GPA or higher |
Deadline for 2010-2011 has passed
Application
(PDF)
Must submit application
to the counseling office. |
Gift of Grace Scholarship
Local
|
Lynn Latimer |
One $500 Scholarship for the winner, and an additional $10 will be donated to implement the winner's idea on how to spend $10 to help the community. |
Eligibility:
Senior at Jackson County High School
Enrolling in college by Fall 2011.
Write a 500 word essay and describe what would you do if you were given $10 to help your community
Be sure to include your name.
Submit your essay to the JCCHS Counseling Office by April 30, 2011
| Deadline for 2010-2011 has passed
Application Instructions
(PDF) |
Mended
Hearts Scholarships
Local
|
Mended Hearts Inc. |
Two $500 Scholarships |
Selection Criteria:
Jackson County or Banks County Resident
Plans to study a medical related field
Be accepted or already enrolled in a college or technical school.
Submit a one or two page essay describing career aspirations
Must be able to attend Mended Hearts May 16 meeting
Provide a reference from a teacher, principal, or employer, or
any source other than a relative. |
Deadline for 2010-2011 has passed
Application
and Information (PDF) |
Clark
Waters Memorial Scholarship (JCCHS Only) (PDF)
Local
|
Jefferson Fire Department |
Two $1000 Scholarships |
Criteria:
Graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive
High School in May, 2011
Must be pursuing a career in fire sciences or any related academic
program, health occupations, criminal justice technology, early
childhood care and education, agriculture, poultry science, computer
science, engineering or engineering technology.
Must be attending an accredited technical trade school in Georgia
and pursuing a 2-year or 4-year institution
Scholarship will be based on financial need.
Provide letters of recommendation by a high school representative
and a community member (no relatives.).
Write a 250 word essay about why he/she feels qualified to receive
the scholarship.
Selections will be made by the high school's scholarship committee. |
Deadline for 2010-2011 has passed
Must submit application to the counseling
office.
Application (PDF) |
Mar-Jac
Poultry Scholarship
Regional
|
Mar-Jac Poultry |
A $1000 Scholarship |
Selection Criteria:
Demonstrate need
have a weighted, cumulative Grade Point Average of at least 3.0
on a 4.0 scale in all courses.
Have assumed an active role in extracurricular activities sponsored
by the school and community.
Be registered to vote if he or she is 18 and must be a citizen
of the United States
Preference will go to children of Mar-Jac employees. If none apply,
all other students will be considered |
Deadline for 2010-2011 has passed
Application
(PDF)
Must submit application to the counseling
office. |
Margaret
Ward Community Service Scholarship
Local
|
Friends and Family of Margaret Ward |
A $500 Scholarship |
Selection Criteria:
Graduate from East Jackson or Jackson County Comprehensive High
Schools
Exhibit personal responsibility with regard to citizenship.
Demonstrate Personal involvement in community service projects/endeavors
during the high school career.
Attend post-secondary educational program (i.e. university, college,
technical school, apprenticeship, etc.) within one year of graduation
Provide a copy of the high school transcript. |
Deadline for 2010-2011 has passed
Application
and Information (PDF)
Must submit application to the counseling
office.
|
Atlanta Braves/Publix
Scholarship
Regional
|
Atlanta Braves and Publix |
Six $2000 Scholarships |
Selection Criteria:
Current School Transcript
Enrollment in an accredited college or university during the Fall
2011 semester.
One letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor or principal
An essay describing how the applicant has made an impact in their
community.
A list of all high school extracurricular activities and community
service involvement |
Deadline for 2010-2011 has passed
Application |
Commerce
Cardiology(PDF)
Local
|
Commerce Cardiology Clinic |
One $1500 Scholarship |
Criteria:
Must be interested in a career in health care services.
Resident of Jackson or Banks County
Must be at least a high school graduate or a graduating senior
Received acceptance from a college, university, or technical college
Must have taken the SAT exam during high school and submit score
with application
|
Deadline for 2010-2011 has passed
Application
(PDF) |
Jackson
EMC Youth Citizenship Award and Scholarship
Regional
|
Jackson EMC |
$2000
Scholarship
$1000 grant to distribute to a school/civic organization
All-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for the Washington Youth
Tour |
Selection Criteria:
Applicants should be involved in community or school volunteer
organizations where improving the community is the chief objective
Leadership positions or perfect GPA's are considered, but are
not a necessity for the ward. Students should show why they volunteer
and how much time they devote to their activities. |
Deadline for 2010-2011 has passed.
Application |
Scholarships
below this line were available for 2011-2012, but the deadline has
passed. |
Alice
Dodd and Bobby Dodd Scholarships for Outstanding Community Service
Regional
|
Georgia District Civitan Foundation |
For each scholarship:
First Place: $1500
Second Place: $1000 |
Selection Criteria:
Alice Dodd: Overriding criteria is applicant's community
service involvement. Academic and financial aid criteria is also
considered.
Body Dodd: Same as Alice Dodd but is awarded to
a physically challenged student. |
Deadline for 2011-1012 has passe
Applications
(Scroll down the PDF file to see both scholarships.)
|
Jackson
EMC Scholarships
Regional
|
Jackson EMC |
Walter Harrison Scholarship: Several $1000 scholarships
A.T. Sharpton Scholarship: $1000
A.T. Sharpton Unrestricted Scholarship: $1000
|
Eligibility:
Each recipient of all scholarships must be a customer of Jackson
EMC or the son or daughter of a customer and be a resident of the
home served by Jackson EMC. .
Walter Harrison Scholarships: Scholarships are awarded based on
financial need and academic ability.
A.T. Sharpton Gainesville College Scholarship: This scholarship
award is available exclusively for students planning to attend Gainesville
College. Financial need is a primary consideration, and judges also
consider academic average, class rank, standardized test scores
and/or faculty recommendations.
A.T. Sharpton Unrestricted Scholarship: This scholarship award
is available to students attending any two- or four-year college
or university in the nation. Judges will consider financial need;
however, academic average, class rank, standardized test scores
and/or faculty recommendations are of equal importance. This scholarship
is available for both undergraduate and graduate students.
|
Deadline for 2011-1012 has passed
Information
and Applications |
| Braselton
Woman's Club Scholarship
Local
|
Braselton Woman's Club |
A $1000 Scholarship |
Criteria:
Graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive
High School.
Complete Application
The scholarship is not based on academics only. |
Deadline for 2011-1012 has passed
Application
Must submit application to the counseling
office.
|
The
Principal's Leadership Award
National
|
National Association of Secondary School Principals and Herff Jones |
Scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $12,000 will be awarded to
100 outstanding seniors from all 50 states, the District of Columbia,
and Puerto Rico. |
Applicants must complete the nomination form by November 18,
2011 at noon. |
Deadline for 2011-1012 has passed
Application |
