Senior Newsletter
by Ed Weiner
August 25, 2008
SCHOLARSHIPS
Dane G. Hansen Educational Scholarships: To qualify for these scholarships, students must have earned a 3.50 GPA, be participants in extra-curricular and community activities and displayed good citizenship, leadership and moral integrity. The Hansen Scholarship Test will be given on Wednesday, September 17, 2008 at the Student Union on the Colby Community College campus. If you are interested in taking this test, stop by the counseling office and sign up by September 3, 2008.
Wendy’s High School Heisman Award Program: This is a recognition program for high school seniors who have at least a “B” average and are participating in at least one high school sport. For more information, visit www.wendysheisman.com. Nominations Deadline is October 1, 2008.
2008-09 Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology: This competition is sponsored by the Siemens Foundation and will award over $100,000 in college scholarships. This competition rewards students for developing and demonstrating their talent for scientific research. For more information, see the poster on the board outside the counseling office or visit www.siemens-foundation.org. Application Deadline is October 1, 2008 at 5:00 PM EST.
Horatio Alger Association Scholarship Program: The Horatio Alger Association will award more than $12 million in scholarships and grants. To apply for these scholarships and grants, a student must show financial need and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity. For more information and an application, visit www.horatioalger.com/scholarships. Application Deadline is October 1, 2008.
Will to Win Scholarship: Schering-Plough will award 10 $5,000 scholarships to high school seniors with asthma who are pursuing higher education. To be eligible, you must have asthma, have achieved a level of excellence in one of the following: performing arts, community service, athletics, visual arts or science and have a 3.5 GPA. For more information, visit www.schering-ploughwilltowin.com. Application Deadline is October 31, 2008.
Dane G. Hansen Vocational Scholarships: To qualify for this scholarship, a student must be planning on attending a vocational/technical school or a community college in Kansas. Applicants do not have to take the Hansen Scholarship Test or have a minimum GPA. Applications are available in the counseling office. Application Deadline is November 1, 2008.
Barton School of Business’ Allen, Gibbs & Houlik L.C. Scholarship Competition: This scholarship competition sponsored by Wichita State University will award scholarship ranging up to $44,000. To be eligible to compete, the student must have a 3.5 GPA, a 24 composite ACT, declare a business major, complete the “Yes, I wish to compete” form and be admitted to WSU by October 10. For more information, contact Kate Kung-McIntyre at (316) 978-3200 or stop by the counseling office. Application Deadline is November 14, 2008.
Wallace Invitational for Scholarships in Engineering: This scholarship competition sponsored by Wichita State University will award scholarship ranging from $10,000 to $15,000. To be eligible, students must be interested in the following engineering majors: aerospace, computer, electrical, industrial, manufacturing or mechanical. In addition, you must have a 3.00 GPA, have an ACT score on file with WSU, be admitted to WSU by October 10 and declare an engineering major. For more information contact Brenda Gile Laflin, (316) 978-6301 or stop by the counseling office. Application Deadline is November 14, 2008.
School of Music Scholarship Invitational: Wichita State University School of Music offers annual vocal, instrumental and keyboard scholarships to talented individuals. These scholarships range from $3,000 to $14,000 for four years of study. To be eligible you must have a 3.0 GPA, be admitted to WSU by October 10, and declare a music major. For more information, contact Denecia Angleton at denecia.angleton@wichita.edu or (316) 978-3532. Application Deadline is November 14, 2008.
Distinguished Scholarship Invitational: This scholarship competition sponsored by Wichita State University will award scholarship ranging from $2,000 to $48,000. To be considered for an invitation to the competition, the student must have a 3.50 GPA, a 24 composite ACT and be admitted to WSU. For more information contact the Office of Admissions at 1-800-362-2594 or stop by the counseling office. Application Deadline is November 15, 2008.
K-State Civic Leadership Scholarships: KSU will offer three Civic Leadership Scholarships ranging from $4,000 to $2,000. To qualify for these scholarships, you must be admitted to KSU and have demonstrated an exemplary record of community service. For more information, call (785) 532-6237 or visit www.k-state.edu/nss/scholarships. Application Deadline is December 15, 2008.
College/University Scholarship Application Deadlines:
University of Kansas– Priority Deadline – November 1, 2008
(If you have a 3.25 GPA and a 26 on the ACT you will be guaranteed a $1,000 scholarship if you submit a complete scholarship application by this date)
Final Deadline – December 1, 2008
Kansas State University–Priority Deadline-November 1, 2008
Final Deadline – February 1, 2009
Fort Hays State University–Priority Deadline–December 15, 2008
Final Deadline – February 15, 2009
SENIOR/VISITATION DAYS/IMPORTANT DATES
KSU Senior Day: The Western Kansas Senior Day will be held on Tuesday, October 7. For more information, visit www.consider.k-state.edu/specialevents.
KU Senior Days: The counseling office has received registration form for the KU Senior Days. For more information on these Senior Days, stop by the counseling office. Registration forms can be picked up in the counseling office or register on-line at www.admissions.ku.edu/seniordays
COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY REPRESENTATIVES
The following college/university representatives will be visiting Hoxie High School from 12:20 to 12:48.
Fort Hays State University – Tuesday, October 14
If you would like to visit with one of these reps, you will need to sign the sign-up sheet in the counseling office. You will not be allowed to attend if you have not signed up.
