| Tips for Applying For Scholarships:
1. Scholarships take time and effort: The more you invest, the greater the potential returns.
2. The sooner you start the process, the better!
3. There are NO guarantees of receiving the award for which you apply.
4. Save all work and reuse as applicable to other scholarships. Be sure you tailor all information according to scholarship instructions.
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| Other potential scholarship sources include: College or University Website, Banking Institutions, Employers, Faith-based Organizations, Local VFW Posts |
For additional online college resources click the "College Resources" link on the left.
Scholarship Listings:
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
Deadline: June, 12, 2017
For juniors and seniors registered in any accredited post-secondary institution.
http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
Airforce/Marines/Navy ROTC Scholarship
Fall & Spring deadlines – Award up to $180,000.00
Contact Military reps for more information:
Airforce: Ssgt. Kassandra Peters [email protected] or 810.614.8084
Marines: Sergeant Michael Mominee 248.332.1992
Navy: Rep. Art Stoddard 248.334.0916
American Legion Dept. of Michigan Scholarships
Deadlines: Varies
If you have a parent or grandparent who is a veteran, check out their website for many scholarship opportunities: http://www.legion.org/scholarships
American Legion Auxiliary Scholarships
Deadline: Varies
If you have a parent or grandparent who is a veteran, check out their website for many scholarship opportunities: http://michalaux.org/scholarships/
Aspiring Nurse Scholarship 2017 - Nursing Schools Almanac
Deadline: June 1, 2017
Scholarship competition is open to all US high school seniors who plan to pursue college education in nursing.
Application online: http://www.nursingschoolsalmanac.com/articles/2017-aspiring-nurse-scholarship
Student Scholarships
Deadline: March 29, 2017
For students attending an accredited university, college, trades or technical school in the fall of 2015 who are residents of the United States or Canada who will be attending school in the U.S. or Canada.
https://scholarshipowl.com/awards/you-deserve-it-scholarship
Coca - Cola Scholars Competition
Deadline: October 31 of Senior Year
Senior, academic achievement, leadership, community service: www.coca-colascholars.org
Elks National Foundation Scholarships
Deadlines: Varies
Any child or grandchild of an Elks Lodge member should review the scholarship opportunities on their website.
http://www.elks.org/ENF/scholars/
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program
Deadline: January, 2017
Apply online through: www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships
Global Lift Equipment Scholarship
Deadline: June 15, 2017
For students currently attending or planning on attending a post-secondary institution in Canada or the US by no later than the fall of 2015 with a minimum of 2.5 GPA.
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10502/global_lift_equipment_scholarship_scholarship.php
Lift Parts Express Scholarship
Deadline: June 30, 2017
For high school seniors or freshman/sophomores in a college or university enrolled or expected to be enrolled by the fall of 2017: http://www.forkliftpartsmichigan.com/
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
Requirements: For children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen pursing a post-secondary education at any accredited school: www.mcsf.org
Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship
Deadline: March 30, 2017
For students between 16 and 25 with at least one full year of post-secondary studies remaining at the time of the award with a GPA of 2.5 or higher: http://www.odenzascholarships.com/marketingscholarship.php
QuestBridge is a non-profit organization that aims to increase the number of outstanding low-income students who attend and excel at selective colleges. Questbridge offers full college scholarships and scholarships to attend college summer programs at schools like Harvard, Stanford, and Yale. Visit www.questbridge.org
10 Words or Less Scholarship
Deadline: June 30, 2017
For students between the ages of 14-25 who will be attending school in the fall of 2017.
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10258/10_words_or_less_scholarship_scholarship.php
OHS LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS
AMVETS Walter Fraser Post 108 Scholarships 2017
Deadline: April, 2017
Oxford High School seniors with a minimum of a 2.75 GPA or higher who are also involved in school and community activities. Applications in the OHS Counseling office
Bud Rowley Athletic Scholarship
Deadline: Early May 2017
For Oxford High School students who must have good standing and who have earned a varsity letter in two sports.
Applications in the OHS Counseling office
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Deadline: Early May
Several opportunities for college bound individuals seeking scholarship opportunities.
https://cfsem.org/scholarships
Daniel Axford / Oxford Elementary Alumni Scholarship
Deadline: April 14, 2017
For graduating seniors that attended Daniel Axford Elementary or Oxford Elementary School.
Applications in the OHS Counseling office
David’s Faith and Hope for Life Foundation
Deadline: March 16, 2017
For high school seniors who showcase athletic and academic success as well as community involvement.
Applications in the OHS Counseling office or at: http://faithhopelife.com/scholarship/
James "Jamie" Charles Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: Late April
Requirements: Senior attending Oxford High minimum of 3 years, Consistent participation in at least on extracurricular activity either at school or in the community, and good attitude, citizenship, community involvement, friendship and sportsmanship.
Applications in the OHS Counseling Office.
John Luttig Scholarship Fund Scholarship Criteria
Deadline: March 31, 2017
For students that have confirmed acceptance into the B.S. Architecture program at LTU with a minimum of 3.25 GPA.
https://www.growyourgiving.org/scholarships
Joseph P McMahon / McDonald's of Oxford Scholarship Award
Deadline: May 5, 2017
-For Oxford senior students with a 3.0 or better GPA
-Have held a part-time job during their senior year
-Involved in extra-curricular activities
-Demonstrate Leadership
-Accepted to a accredited College, University or Trade School
Applications available in the OHS Counseling Office.
Lakes Community Credit Union Scholarship Program
Deadline: March, 2017
For graduating seniors who are members of the Credit Union or graduating seniors who live in Oakland County who have a minimum of a 2.0 GPA. Students must also be accepted into a community college, university or trade school and have success in academics or community involvement. Applications in the OHS Counseling office
Lapeer County Republican Party Scholarship
Deadline: March 6, 2017
For graduating seniors in Lapeer County who have established residency prior to the beginning of the school year, who are registered to vote or agree to register within 30 days of their 18th birthday with a minimum GPA of 2.5 in their last two years of high school. Applications in the OHS Counseling office.
Michigan Council of Women in Technology
Deadline: January 30, 2017
Requirements: High School Senior, 3.0 GPA, accepted to a Michigan University, Majoring in Information Technology program, US citizen. Application: www.mcwt.org
Michigan State University Alumni Club of Oakland County
Deadline: March 17, 2017
For Oakland County High School Seniors who plan to attend Michigan State University for 2017/2018 with a 3.5 GPA or higher: www.MSUOakland.com
Oakland Community College - Chancellor's Scholarship
Deadline: March 30, 2017
Must be an Oakland County high school student, Minimum GPA of 3.0, submit transcript, application to Oakland Community College on file and graduate by June prior to college attendance.
Applications in the OHS Counseling office
Oakland County Farm Bureau Scholarship
Deadline: Typically Late May
Requirements: Enrolled in a major agricultural-related program of study and must have participated in an agriculture activity as part of their 4-H project experience. Applications in the OHS Counseling office
Orion Art Center - Joan Brace Scholarship Competition
Deadline: May, 2017
For graduating students of the class of 2015 from school districts surrounding the Orion Art Center and intending to major in the visual arts at an accredited college.
Application in the OHS Counseling Office
Orion/Oxford Soccer League, Ltd.
Deadline: April 1, 2017
For senior students that have played soccer for their respective school for at least two seasons with a minimum of a 2.75 GPA. Applications in the OHS Counseling office.
Oxford American Legion Auxiliary Unit 108 Walter Fraser Post 108 Scholarships
Deadline: April, 2017
Oxford High School seniors with a minimum of a 2.75 GPA or higher who are also involved in school and community activities. Applications in the OHS Counseling office.
Oxford American Legion Walter Fraser Post 108 Scholarships
Deadline: April, 2017
Oxford High School seniors with a minimum of a 2.75 GPA or higher who are also involved in school and community activities. Applications in the OHS Counseling office.
Oxford Education Association Scholarship 2017
Deadline: Typically Mid-May
For seniors interested in majoring in the field of Education with good academic standing, on track to graduate and involvement in school and community activities.
Applications in the OHS Counseling office
Oxford Junior Wildcats College Scholarship-Cheerleader
Deadline: April 18, 2017
For students with a minimum of 2.5 GPA who are involved in community service, school activities and have earned a Varsity Letter.
Applications in the OHS Counseling office
Oxford Junior Wildcats College Scholarship-Football Player
Deadline: April 18, 2017
For students with a minimum of 2.5 GPA who are involved in community service, school activities and have earned a Varsity Letter.
Applications in the OHS Counseling office
Oxford Lions Club
Deadline: Late May
Seniors students residing in the Oxford School District, Minimum GPA of 2.0
Applications in the Oxford High School Counseling Office
Oxford Rotary Scholarship
Deadline: Mid-May
Senior students residing in the Oxford School District, Minimum GPA of 3.2
Applications in the Oxford High School Counseling Office
Oxford Rotary - John & Virginia Hubbard Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: Typically Mid-May
Graduating senior, Member of the Boy's or Girls' Golf Team, Residing in boundaries of Oxford Community Schools, Minimum GPA of 3.2, and commitment to complete program of study for which stipend is requested.
Oxford Women’s Club
Deadline: Typically Late March
Requirements: Graduating seniors living within Oxford School District or attending an Oxford area school with a grade point average of at least a 2.0 based on a 4.0 scale.
Applications in the Oxford High School Counseling Office
SAE Detroit Section Scholarship
Deadlines: Vary
Qualified students who are interested in the study of engineering and related sciences: www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm
Society of Women Engineers- Detroit Section
Deadline: March 2, 2015
Requirements: Female senior student planning to attend college and pursue an engineering degree.
Application online: www.swe.org
Specs Howard School of Media Arts 2015 High School Scholarship Competition
Deadline: March 5, 2015 | Test Day: March, 7 2015 at 9:30-11:00 AM
Awarding three full scholarships and six partial scholarships to high school seniors: www.specshoward.edu/scholarshiprules
State Farm Good Neighbor Scholarship Program
Deadline: March 2, 2015
For high school seniors and U.S. citizens who have a cumulative grade point average of 2.50 on a 4.00 scale that demonstrate financial need: https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/statefarmgoodneighborscholarship/
Stephen’s Soldiers Cancer Survivors’ Scholarship
Deadline: February 15, 2015
Requirements: Cancer survivor or current diagnosis with cancer, medical letter, high school senior, and resident of Wayne, Oakland, or Macomb County. Application and requirements available online at: stephenssoldiers.org
The Clark Fund A Michigan Non-Profit Corporation Annual Scholarship
Deadline: April 17, 2015
For seniors with a minimum of 2.8 GPA committed to completing the educational program. Applications in the OHS Counseling office.
The Engineering Society of Detroit 2015 High School Student of the Year Scholarship
Deadline: March 31, 2015
For students pursuing a career in the field of engineering or the life sciences and participate in volunteer activities with a minimum of 3.0 GPA
www.esd.org
The Stephen J. Mobley Memorial Scholarship 2015
Deadline: April 1, 2015
Requirements: Oxford High School graduate with 2.0 GPA or higher and submit an acceptance letter from College, University, or Trade School. For individuals pursing education in manufacturing, engineering, mechanical, and/or skilled trade fields. Applications in the OHS Counseling office
University of Michigan Dearborn Alumni Legacy Scholarship
Deadline: February 1, 2015
Available to students who are related to a UM-Dearborn Alum.
Applications in Counseling Office
University of Michigan Club of Greater Detroit offers 12 unique scholarships.
Deadline: January 11, 2015
Criteria application, 31 on ACT, top 1% of class: umclubgreaterdetroit.org |