Recent ActivitySenior Announcements Attention Students Planning to Attend TCTC2012 SC College Goal event that will be held at Tri-County Technical College, Saturday, February 18th from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm at the Pendleton Campus. The location will be in Pickens Hall Lab, Room 140. Directional Signs will be placed at the front of the Campus. This is a state-wide event for students and parents to get free assistance in completing their FAFSA. If you are interested in attending this event, please make sure they register at http://www.collegegoalsc.org. Pre-registering will put in you in the drawing to win a FREE iPad 2.
FAFSA LabThis is a reminder that Pickens High School will be hosting a FAFSAlab for any senior parent who wants help completing the FAFSA. Our event will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 31 and will begin at 6:30. It would be helpful for you to visit the FAFSA website at www.fafsa.ed.gov and print out a copy of the worksheet to bring with you ( click the FAFSA Options link)or you can simply bring your financial documents on the night of the lab. The lab will take place in room 226.
Attention Students Planning to Attend TCTCTri-County Technical College will be offering numerous scholarships for the 2012-2013 school year. Applications can be found on the scholarship bulletin board and are due to TCTC no later than Thursday, March 15, 2012. Applications will not be accepted after this date.
AES Engineering ScholarshipStudents interested in pursing degrees in engineering are encouraged to apply for the AES Engineering Scholarship. To be eligible the student must answer one essay question that they will find at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm . Achieving a high GPA is not necessary when applying for this scholarship. The student's character and work ethic are strong components of this scholarship. The award amount is $500 and the deadline to submit this application is Oct. 5, 2012.
SCEAR Education Scholarship The SC Education Association-Retired administer the JP Coates scholarship for those seniors planning to major in the field of education. The amount of the scholarship is $1000 and will be awarded for four consecutive years unless the recipient completes graduation requirements early, decides not to pursue a career in education or fails to maintain a 3.0 GPA. Applications are located on the scholarship bulletin board between the Guidance Office and the athletic wing. All applications are due no later than March 15, 2012.
Buick Achievers Scholarship ProgramSeniors interested in pursuing degrees in engineering, technology, design or business, with an interest in the automotive industry are encouraged to apply online for the Buick Achievers Scholarship. This is a very significant scholarship worth up to $100,000 ( $25,000 for 4 years). Application deadline is February 29, 2012. Please visit their website for program details and the online application at www.buickachievers.com .
2012 Nina Neely Scholarship Essay ContestThe Reformed Universal Masonic Brotherhood and Order of the Eastern Star, Inc is sponsoring the Nina Neely Scholarship Essay Contest for 2012. This year the essay topic is " Has technology helped or harmed the world? The scholarship committee will award three scholarships: (1) $1000, (1) $600, and (1) $400. Deadline to submit the essay and application is March 13, 2012. Applications can be obtained through Mrs. Cudd in the Guidance Office or by visiting the scholarship bulletin board.
CWIT ScholarshipThe CWIT scholarship is available to any senior interested in pursuing a degree in international trade. Seniors are required to write a 2-4 page essay on one of three topics. Four scholarships will be given: (2) $3000 scholarships and (2) $1500 scholarships. Interested students should see Mrs. Cudd in the Guidance Office,check the scholarship bulletin board, or visit www.cwitsc.org and click on the scholarship link. Deadline for submission is February 29,2012.
The James F. Byrnes Foundation ScholarshipThe James F. Byrnes Scholarship program was established to assist young South Carolina students who have lost one or both parents to obtain a college education. The annual award of $3250 is applied for each year of a four year bachelor's degree program. The scholarship is renewed annually contingent upon the recipient's maintenance of satisfactory academic standing, need for financial assistance, and participation in Byrnes Scholar activities. Interested students are encouraged to visit the James F. Byrnes Foundation website at www.byrnesscholars.org to obtain an application packet. Applications must be submitted after Jan. 2, 2012 and before Feb. 15, 2012.
B Davis ScholarshipThe creators of the "Student Award Search Aid" are now offering a $1000 scholarship called the B. Davis scholarship. The scholarship application can be located at http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm . The deadline for this application is May 28, 2012.
Attention Young EntrepreneursYoung entrepreneurs who are graduating high school seniors are elibible to receive a 2012 NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award from the NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation. Oualified candidates must be operating a small business. Visit www.NFIB.com/YEA for more information and beginning Oct. 1, 2011, apply online for the scholarship.
SC Law Enforcement Officers FoundationThe South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers' Foundation will award one $5000 scholarship and two $2000 scholarships this year. To be considered, a completed application ( including transcript and 1000-word essay) must be received by the SCLEOF or postmarked no later than February 10, 2012. Interested students should go to http://www.scleoa.org/scholarship.html and download the information. The applications should be sent to SCLEOF Scholarship Award: PO Box 210709 Columbia, SC 29221-0709 .
Student Scholarship OrganizationThe Student Scholarship Organization is a non-profit resource that aids students in finding scholarship money. Please visit http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php for a list of scholarships you might qualify for. Scholarship deadlines vary so please visit this site as soon as possible.
Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarship ProgramRonald McDonald House Charities offers four scholarships for graduating seniors: the RMHC Asia Scholarship program is for seniors of Asian background, the RMHC African American Future Achievers Scholarship, the HACER scholarship for Hispanic Americans and the RMHC Scholars award is for outstanding seniors. For more information and applications, please visit www.rmch.org . All of the above scholarship applications are due January 27, 2012.
Abbott and Fenner $1000 scholarshipAbbott and Fenner Business Consultants will be offering a $1000 scholarship. The application can be found at http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm . There is an essay for this scholarship so please don't wait until the last minute to apply. Scholarship deadline is June 15, 2012.
KFC ScholarshipsKFC Colonel's Scholars is looking for high school seniors whith financial need and an entrepreneurial spirit to qualify for the KFC Scholars Program. Awards are up to $20,000 for tuition, fees, textbooks, room and board. To qualify, high school seniors must: 1) have a 2.75 GPA, 2) enroll in a public college or university within their state of residence, 3) plan to pursue a bachelor's degree, 4) be a US citizen, 5) demonstrate financial. Accepting online applications December 1, 2011- February 8, 2012 at www.kfcscholars.org.
Announcement from Southern Wesleyan UniversityStarting in the Fall of 2012, SWU is offering full, tuition, room & board scholarhsip to students certified as SC Palmetto Fellows by the Commission on Higher Education. This scholarship will cover all costs of attendance except for books, lab fees and music fees.
James O. Thomason ScholarshipStudents interested in pursuing a four-year degree in : electronics, print or photo journalism, advertising, public relations or mass communications should apply for the James O Thomason scholarship. This scholarship is a $1000 annual scholarship for up to four years. The student must maintain a 2.5 or higher GPA. Applications can be found at www.HamptonWildlifeFund.org and are due by January 31, 2012.
David M. Cline ScholarshipStudents interested in pursuing a degree in the natural sciences are encouraged to apply for the David M. Cline scholarship. This is a one-time scholarship worth $2000. Natural resources fields include wildlife biology, fisheries biology, forestry, marine science, or environmental science or law enforcement/ criminal justice. Applications can be found online at www.HamptonWildlifeFund.org. Applications are due by January 31, 2012.
Wallace F. Pate ScholarshipThe Wallace F. Pate scholarship is now available to any student pursing a degree in the natural resources. This is a one-time award of $1500. Natural resources majors include wildlife biology, fisheries biology, forestry, marine science or environmental science. Applications can be found online at www.HamptonWildlifeFund.org/scholarship.html . Application deadline is January 31, 2012.
Harry Hamilton ScholarshipStudents interested in pursuing a degree in the natural resources field are encouraged to apply for the Harry Hampton scholarship. This scholarship is worth $2500 annually for up to four years. Natural resources majors include wildlife biology, fisheries biology, forestry, marine science or environmental science. The student must maintain a 2.5 GPR or above. Applications can now be found at www.HamptonWildlifeFund.org. Deadline to apply for this scholarship is January 31, 2012.
Big Sun ScholarshipThe BigSun Organization is proud to be able to continue to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. They are offering an annual scholarhsip to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in. The deadline is June 22, 2012 and the award amount is $500. Please apply online at http://www.bigsunathletics.com .
Carolina Tall Club ScholarshipStudents interested in applying for the Carolina Tall Club Scholarship should apply online at http://www.tall.org/clubs/sc/carolina/ . The deadline to submit this application is January 6, 2012. Male applications must be at least 6'2 and females 5'10".
2011-2012 SunTrust Off To College ScholarshipEach year SunTrust offers an Off To College Scholarship by monthly drawings. Each month registered seniors have the opportunity to win a $1000 scholarship. Beginning Sept. 16, 2011, seniors can enter this sweepstakes by visiting www.offtocollege.info and enter the required information. There are 15 chances to win this sweepstakes so please enter today.
An Offer from Spartanburg Methodist CollegeSpartanburg Methodist College is pleased to announce that they will offer high school seniors who graduate with a 3.0 grade point average, a full tuition financial aid package for the 2012-2013 school year. It is called the SMC Scholar Program. Students should understand that this opportunity requires a completed FAFSA by June 30, 2012 to determine eligibility for Pell Grants and the SC Tuition Grant program. For more information please visit, www.smcsc.edu .
Interested in Attending a Service Academy???Students interested in getting an appointment to one of the United States Service Academies are encouraged to visit Rep. Jeff Duncan's website at http://jeffduncan.house.gov. This website will provide students and parents with valuable information about military appointments.Military appointments do require an interview which will be held in November and December 2011.
Bridge to ClemsonThe Bridge Program, in conjunction with Tri County Technical College, is a cooperative admission progarm designed to assist a select group of students who cannot be offered regular admission to Clemson but who wish to have a freshman year experience with the distinct Clemson flavor. Students enroll in a transferable curriculum at TCTC for the entire freshmen year and while taking these classes will have access to a number of services and programs on the Clemson campus. They are assured a seamless transition to Clemson the following year if they meet the academic expections of the program. Students will be offered Bridge during the single date notification schedule beginning Feb. 15. For more information please visit: www.clemson.edu/admissions/bridge/index.html
Announcement from FurmanBeginning Fall 2011, the Furman Early Decision application will be binding, meaning that if admitted, the student agrees to withdraw his or her applications from all other institutions and commits to enrolling at Furman. The deadline for submitting the application is November 1, with the admission notification following December 1. Furman is also asking that all applicants complete and submit a required suppliment to the Common Application.For more information, please visit their wesite at www.engagefurman.com .
Seniors, Check This Out!!!Cappex.com is a new scholarship matching tool that seniors need to take advantage of. Please visit http://www.cappex.com/scholarships and begin your scholarship search. There are thousands of companies including Burger King and Kraft Foodsthat use Cappex to announce their scholarship opportunities. Find time to use this tool today!
Individual Graduation PlansThe South Carolina Education and Economic Development Act ( EEDA) requires schools to implement an IGP, Individual Graduation Plan, for students beginning in the eighth grade and continuing each year through high school. At the IGP conference, parents and students will meet with their grade level counselor to update the IGP and discuss college and career plans. Senior parents and students should have received IGP appointment times during registration. In the event that the parent can not attend the scheduled IGP conference, information will be sent home with the student. It is very iimportant that parents review, sign and return the IGP to school. Please see Mrs. Cudd if you have questions.
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Senior Helpful Links  Call Me MISTERThis program recruits, certifies, trains, and secures employment for black males who want to teach elementary school. Merit-based ScholarshipsMerit-aid.com is a web site dedicated to aiding students with the college search by matching them to merit-based scholarships from colleges across the country. NCAA ClearinghouseThis website will take you to the home of the NCAA clearinghouse. If you have any questions about the clearinghouse, please see Mrs. Cudd in the Guidance Office your your coach. NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award InstructionsThis web site provides the on-line application for the NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation scholarship. Peterson's College and Career Planning GuideThis website is helpful for students who need test-taking skills and who need more college and career exploration. Practice tests for the PSAT, ACT and SAT are also found on this site. Ron Brown Scholar ProgramThe Ron Brown Scholar Progam awards scholarships to academically talented, highly motivated African American students who are currently seniors in high school and plan to pursue undergraduate degrees full time. Students must be U.S. citizens or a permanent U.S. resident. SC Scholarships and CollegesUse this website for more information about SC scholarships and colleges Scholarship Monthly magazineAny student or parent interested in a monthly subscription to Scholarship Monthly magazine can not apply on-line. Monthly subscription fee is $6 per month. South Carolina Teaching FellowsThis website is for high achieving students who want to teach SC students. Deadline for this scholarship is November 1. Why College???This web site is sponsored by the United States Department of Education and provides information on the value of a college education. |
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