APPLYING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS

There are two types of scholarships.  Mrs. Kok’s students work with her to apply for college and external scholarships. She helps the student to know the difference in the scholarships, what must be included, and deadlines to be eligible.  College scholarships are based mainly on grades.
External scholarships are typically based on a student’s resume and an essay. ​
Scholarships Available to Seniors
At CPS there are details on many scholarships available to seniors. Here is a we have to date for those working with CPS. Please ask for details.

EXTERNAL SCHOLARSHIPS – September / October
Scholarships are offered based on merit through the various colleges.  When you apply they should be available to you.
External Scholarships are those offered by organizations.  You can find more by going to the web and putting in the type of scholarship you are looking for. Most of them are based on community service and have an essay requirement giving them an opportunity to get to know the applicant.  
The list below will continue to grow but remember that they have deadlines and once the deadline has past you will no longer be eligible for that scholarship. 
  • Create a Greeting Card Scholarship Contest $10,000 Open now until March 2021.  But votes happen between now and deadline.
    https://www.gallerycollection.com/greetingcardscontests.htm
  • The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship: This is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities.  https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/
  • Don’t Text & Drive Scholarship  www.digitalresponsibiity.org  Deadline: 9/30/20 Award Amount: $1,000 The Don't Text and Drive Scholarship is available to high school, undergraduate or graduate students. You must be U.S. citizen or legal resident and complete a short statement on why you pledge not to text and drive in order to qualify for this award you must be U.S. citizen or legal resident and complete a short statement on why you pledge not to text and drive in order to qualify for this award.
  • Horatio Alger Scholarship https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/
  • Coca Cola Scholars program Find by google the name or scholarship.
    https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/
    Deadline 10/25/2021 Award amount $20,000  A strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities. Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity.​
  • Elks National Scholarship  Most Valuable Student opened 8/5/2020  https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm 
    Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. $1000 - $12,500. Eligibility: Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.   Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks. 
  • Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship Program
    jkcf.org/our-scholarships      Available through the Common App.  Deadline 10/30 -- Up to $40,000 per year to attend a four-year accredited undergraduate school. Ability to pursue any area of study.  
  • Prudential Spirit of Community Award- Based on Community Service Deadline 11/10/20 https://spirit.prudential.com/awards/how-to-apply 
    Award amt $1000 and as state winner and invitation to the National Awards
  • AES Engineer Scholarship  $500 award Amount of award: $500.00  Deadline for entry: October 5, 2020 Submit essay to scholarships@aesengineers.com.
 
External scholarships are also available at many websites.  It is suggested that the student sign up at these and other websites.
www.fastweb.com
www.collegenet.com
www.zinch.com
www.scholarshipmonkey.com