2006-2007 Scholarships

**For an opportunity to win a $25,000 college scholarship, visit www.sharpie.com. Students and teachers may also register to win $5,000 for classroom supplies.

**The Books-A-Million Creative Writing Scholarship is open to all high school students. The prize is a $5,000 scholarship for college and the publication of the winning book. To receive additional information, visit www.scholarshipadministrators.net and enter BKSML as the access key for the electronic application. This scholarship was inspired by a children's book project by a Hoover High School senior. Meek students should apply!!!

StraightForward Media Scholarships-These scholarships are awarded for a variety of career interests. Deadlines also vary throughout the year. Visit www.straightforwardmedia.com  for more details.

*Bethel College Hendrix Scholarship Competition-Students who compete successfully in the Hendrix Competition may receive a scholarship ranging from $1,000 to full tuition and room and board. In order to compete, the student must be a high school senior with at least a 3.25 GPA and a 24/1090 or above ACT/SAT score. See Mrs. Archer for more information.

  APRIL:
*Traders and Farmers Bank Scholarship ($750.00)-Write an essay describing your career plans, goals, and why you deserve to be awarded the $750.00 scholarship from Traders and Farmers Bank.
**Turn in to Mrs. Archer by 3:00 p.m. on April 17th

*Traditions Bank Scholarship-Krista Williams Memorial Scholarship ($1,000.00) Write an essay explaining why this $1,000 scholarship will help you further your education and what it would mean to you to receive this scholarship.
**Turn in to Mrs. Archer by 3:00 p.m. on April 17th

*Meek High School Alumni Association Scholarship-Write an essay explaining what Meek High School means to you. (amount undetermined)
**Turn in to Mrs. Archer by 3:00 p.m. on April 17th.

*T.J. Ganey Memorial Scholarship-An application with additional requirements is located in Mrs. Archer’s office. Special consideration is given to applicants who are actively involved in church activities and participate in extra-curricular activities and athletics.
**Turn in to Mrs. Archer by 3:00 p.m. on April 17th.

*The Ruth Wadsworth Memorial Scholarship ($500.00) does not require an application, essay, recommendation letters, etc. This scholarship is chosen by the faculty and is presented to a deserving senior boy or girl who may have not received any type of scholarship.

*TheWalker County Homebuilders Association Scholarship is available for students interested in pursuing careers related to construction. Ex. carpentry, electrical technology, drafting and design, landscaping/horticulture, heating and cooling, etc. For an application, see Mrs. Archer. Deadline: April 15th

*Scholarship Award in Vision and Medicine-SAVM is committed to offering scholarships to students from underrepresented minority groups or students who are economically disadvantaged, thereby encouraging these students to seek careers in medicine and visual sciences. Applicants must have a weighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, minimum ACT of 21, submit a 1500-1700 word essay and complete the online application at www.muhealth.org.
Deadline: April 1, 2007

**Cullman Electric Cooperative Scholarship applications are now available in Mrs. Archer's office. A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from our school. The valedictorian and salutatorian are not eligible to apply for this award.
Deadline: April 2, 2007
*There is an additional scholarship offered through the Electric Cooperative that is an at-large scholarship for any qualifying student. I do not yet have these applications. I'll let you know as soon as I receive them.

*The Arley Woman's Club "Outstanding Citizen" Scholarship- This scholarship will be awarded to one Meek High School Senior who best meets the criteria as outlined below and who has proven to be an outstanding citizen within the community. To qualify, three steps will be required:
1) Community Service Activities; 2) Written Essay; 3) Letters of Recommendation. The application packet was made available to all seniors on November 28th and extra applications may be received from Mrs. Archer. Deadline: End of school day on April 30, 2007

***Alabama American Legion Auxililary Scholarship-Applicants must be AL residents and children or grandchildren of veterans of WWI, WWII, Korean War, Vietnam Conflict, Beirut/Granada Emergency, Panama
Emergency, and Operation Desert Shield/Storm. The students must send a SASE to Dept. Headquarters, American Legion Auxiliary, Department of Alabama, 120 N Jackson Street, Montgomery, AL 36104.
Deadline: April 1

***Ayn Rand Institute essay competition-11th and 12th graders may choose an essay topic on The Fountainhead-an Ayn Rand novel. For more information, visit www.aynrand.org or see Mrs. Archer.
Deadline: April 25, 2007

  MAY:
*The Educational Communications Scholarship is a counterpart of the well-known publication, Who's Who Among American High School Students. A minimum of 61 scholarships will be distrubuted to meritorious students who may use the award to fund their education at any accredited, post-secondary institution in the field of study of their choice. To apply, visit www.ecisf.org or see Mrs. Archer.
Deadline: May 15, 2007

***Alabama American Legion Scholarships: Applicants must be AL residents and children or grandchildren of veterans of WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam, or Desert Storm. The student must send a SASE, size 4'' x 9-1/2'' to: Department Adjutant, The American Legion, P.O. Box 1069, Montgomery, AL 36101-1069
Deadline: May 1

*These scholarships were added August 30, 2006.
**These scholarships were added Sept 19,2006.
***These scholarships were added October 2006.
*These scholarships were added December 2006.

The following scholarship deadlines have passed but may be available again next year:

  AUGUST: 
Scientific Beauty Academy Cosmetology Scholarship-This academy is located in Huntsville. Scholarships will be offered in the amount of $1,000 to be used towards tuition for the 1500 clock hour program or $500.00 to be used towards tuition for a 750 clock hour program. See Mrs. Archer for an application.
Deadline: August 31, 2007

Freed-Hardeman University (Tennessee)-Apply ASAP if interested. There is no application fee and you can be considered for scholarships sooner!! Go to: www.fhu.edu  to apply.  

  SEPTEMBER:
Adellson Scholars Program-For several opportunities to receive substantial scholarship money visit www.adellson.com/awards.htm 
Deadline: September 22, 2006

SunTrust Off to College Sweepstakes-This opportunity is free to enter and is not based on GPA or financial need. There are fifteen chances to win-one winner every two weeks, from October through May. Apply online at www.offtocollege.info beginning on September 15th.

Tylenol Corporation scholarship-$250,000 in scholarship money will be awarded to students pursuing careers in healthcare. Applications must be submitted online at www.tylenol.com . 
Deadline: September 30, 2006


  OCTOBER:
**Horatio Alger Scholarship-Interested seniors should access the application online at www.horatioalger.org/scholarships 
Deadline: October 30, 2006

*Outstanding Students of America Scholarships-For an opportunity to receive a $1,000 scholarship, see Mrs. Archer for an application or visit
www.outstandingstudentsofamerica.com  
Deadline: October 10, 2006

*Prudential Spirit of Community Awards-Interested students who have strong community service and volunteer experience should apply. See Mrs. Archer for an application. State winners receive $1,000 and an all-expense paid trip to Washington D.C. National winners receive $5,000.
Deadline:October 31, 2006

Dale E. Fridell Memorial Scholarship-For an opportunity to receive a $1,000 scholarship, visit www.straightforwardmedia.com/fridell/form.php 
Deadline: October 14, 2006

Do Something BRICK Awards-For an opportunity to receive a $10,000 scholarship visit www.dosomething.org 
Deadline: October 25, 2006

Coca-cola Scholars Program-Interested seniors who have competitive ACT/SAT scores should apply. Application will be available from September 1st to October 31st at www.coca-colascholars.org 
Deadline: October 31st, 2006

  NOVEMBER:
The University of Alabama in Birmingham Scholarship deadline is November 1st. Apply ASAP! Visit www.uab.edu  to apply or see Mrs. Archer for an application.

  DECEMBER:
*Win $5,000-No Essay Required Contest-Available to students who have completed a fastweb search. Visit www.fastweb.com/sp/vmr7 to apply.
Deadline: December 31, 2006

***Burger King Scholars Program-Our school may nominate one senior who works an average of at least 15 hours per week, for 40 weeks per year; demonstrates participation in community service and/or co-curricular activities; and demonstrates financial need. If you meet the criteria above, see Mrs. Archer ASAP for application instructions.
Deadline: December 15, 2006

***University of Alabama College of Continuing Studies is now accepting applications for the James C. Caldwell and Eber Mann Memorial Endowed Scholarships. These scholarship are available to students from Winston County. Visit www.bamabydistance.ua.edu  or see Mrs. Archer.
Deadline: December 1, 2006

**AXA Achievement Scholarship-To qualify, students must demonstrate: ambition, drive, determination to set and reach goals, respect for self, and the ability to succeed in college. Go to www.axa-achievement.com to learn more about the scholarship and to download an application.
Deadline: December 15, 2006

The University of Alabama Scholarship deadline is December 1st. Don’t wait this late to apply! Visit www.ua.edu  to apply online or see Mrs. Archer for an application.

Auburn University Scholarship deadline is December 1st. Don’t wait this late to apply! Visit www.auburn.edu  to apply online or see Mrs. Archer for an application.

College-Computers.net Scholarship-For an opportunity to win a $1,000 scholarship, visit www.college-computers.net/scholarship 
Deadline: December 31, 2006

All-Ink.com Scholarships-Up to $5,000 in scholarships will be awarded to qualified students who are enrolled or planning to participate in an accredited college or university program during the 2007-2008 school year. Visit www.all-ink.com/scholarship.aspx 
Deadline: December 31, 2006

SAE Engineering Scholarships-All applicants must intend to enroll in an engineering program accredited by the ABET and be a high school senior at the date of application. Specific GPA and ACT/SAT score requirements are also applicable. For the application, see Mrs. Archer.
Deadline: December 1, 2006

*Montevallo applications are available in Mrs. Archer's office. Scholarship deadlines for Montevallo begin on December 1st although some scholarship deadlines fall as late as April. Check to see if you are eligible for scholarships and the deadline you need to meet.

  JANUARY:
*Sam Walton Community Scholarship-Interested seniors should apply at www.walmartfoundation.org. Students should have at least a 2.5 GPA and will need to use the ACCESS key SWCS when applying. This scholarship is worth $1,000. Deadline: January 12, 2006

***J. Craig and Page T. Smith Scholarship-Special consideration will be given to applicants who would be the first in either their mother's or father's families to attend college. Applicants must have documented community and civic-oriented activities or have provided special assistance to family members. A minimum C+ average is required. For an application, see Mrs. Archer or visit www.jcraigsmithfoundation.org
Deadline: January 15, 2007

  FEBRUARY:
**If you are interested in being nominated for the 2007 USATODAY High School All-Academic Team, please see Mrs. Archer by February 15, 2007.

**The Best Buy scholarshp program rewards students with good grades who give back to their communities. To learn more, visit BestBuy.com/scholarships.
Deadline: February 15th, 2007

*Monsanto Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship Program-One-time awards of $1,500 will be made to 100 high school seniors who plan to pursue a career in an agriculture-related field. The application is available at www.monsanto.com.
Deadline: February 15, 2007

*University of West Alabama applications are available in Mrs. Archer's office. Scholarship deadline is February 15, 2007. UWA begins awarding scholarships to beginning freshmen with a 22 ACT score and offers many other scholarship opportunities as well. Please check to see if you are eligible.

  MARCH:
**The Alabama Home Builders Foundation is offering scholarships to qualified students across the state who plan to pursue a degree in a construction-related field. Ex. electrician, plumbing, heating and cooling, engineering, landscaping, etc. Applications may be obtained from Mrs. Archer or by visiting www.ahbfoundation.org Deadline: March 15, 2007

**Bevill State Community College Scholarships-Bevill State offers several types of scholarships. Please see Mrs. Archer for an application or visit www.bscc.edu for more information and an application.
Deadline: March 5, 2007

**SAMMY Scholar Athlete Award-AKA Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year award-From now until March 9, 2007, teachers, coaches, principals, guidance counselors, athletic directors, parents, and relatives are encouraged to nominate a student athlete for the SAMMY 2007 Award. High school seniors may also nominate themselves. Applications will be accepted online at www.bodybymilk.com until March 9, 2007.

**The Baptist Foundation of Alabama Scholarship application is now available online at www.tbfa.org. To find out if you are eligible and for an online application, visit this website.
Deadline: March 31st, 2007

*Nelnet College Planning is giving away $5,000 in scholarships to Alabama High School Seniors. In addition to the Alabama scholarship, Nelnet gives away a national $1,000 scholarship each week. Visit www.nelnet.net/collegeplanning to register today.
Deadline: March 31, 2007

***Alabama Young Bankers Essay Scholarship-For an application and more details, see Mrs. Archer.
Deadline: March 1, 2007

***Ayn Rand Institute essay competition-9th and 10th graders may choose an essay topic on Anthem-an Ayn Rand novel. For more information, visit www.aynrand.org or see Mrs Archer.
Deadline: March 20, 2007