In order to earn a diploma from SOAR High School, students must meet specific criteria:
1. Earn a total of 230 credits.
2. Meet the State Algebra requirement.

Things You Need To Know

Things You Need To Know informs students of registration, fees, fines, withdrawals/drops, requirements, restrictions, as well as rules pertaining to SOAR High School/Antelope Valley College. It is recommended to read the entirety of this document as it contains pertinent information about the program. Good Luck!

COLLEGE REGISTRATION

Fall and Summer registrations take place in the Spring. 

Spring and Intersession registrations take place in the Fall. 
 

General Information

• All registrations are completed online by the student through the student’s myAVC portal.
• Registration dates and deadlines are communicated via SOAR High School and AVC email and through AVID classes prior to registration, each semester. 
• Students MUST be registered in an AVC academic course to continue attendance at SOAR.
• College classes CANNOT conflict with high school classes (review your high school schedule prior to college registration). 
• Students may ONLY register for classes from the IGETC list.  If students register for classes that are NOT on the IGETC, they will be required to drop the class and will incur a fine. 

Freshman Specifics:

• ONLY one of the required foundational courses (HD101 or LIB101) and one PE course (KINF or DA) per semester are allowed in your Freshman year.  (See list under “Required Foundation Courses for ALL students at SOAR High School”).
• AVC Summer Course (after 9th grade): must have a minimum 3.0 GPA in high school and college in order to take 1 AVC course.

Sophomore Specifics:

• Limited to 6 units at AVC per semester. Minimum 3.0 GPA required to take more than 1 AVC course.
• May not take any Communications courses during this year.
• NEW Sophomores must complete foundational courses before moving on to other AVC courses. 
• AVC Summer Courses (after 10th grade):  Minimum 2.5 GPA is required to take 1 course and minimum 3.0 to take 2 AVC courses.  Max units allowed=6.

Junior Specifics:

• Limited to 9 units at AVC per semester.  Minimum 3.0 GPA to take more than 1 AVC course.
• AVC Summer Courses (after 11th grade):    Minimum 2.5 GPA is required to take 1 course and minimum 3.0 to take 2 AVC courses.  Max units allowed=9.

 Senior Specifics:

• Limited to 11.5 units at AVC per semester.  Minimum 3.0 GPA to take more than 1 AVC course.
• If a college course is being taken to meet a high school graduation requirement, the student must meet with their high school counselor.
• High school graduation requirement cannot be completed at AVC during the spring semester of a student’s senior year. 

Summer Classes and Intersession

• In order to take a Summer AVC course you MUST have a minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA in high school and college.
• In order to take more than 1 Summer AVC course you MUST have a minimum 3.00 cumulative grade point average in high school and college.

Online and Palmdale Classes 

• If you take an online, night, or Palmdale course permission is required. This form is available in the SOAR office. Freshmen are EXCLUDED from taking these classes.

WITHDRAWALS AND/OR DROPS

• Once college registration for SOAR students closes, students must complete an AVC Drop Request Form to withdraw from a class. This must be done by the drop date established by SOAR. The form is available in the SOAR Office. The request will be processed once the $50 fine is received and the textbook is returned to SSV 180 (cash or check only made payable to AVC).
• Once the drop date has passed, if an AVC class is dropped by either the student or instructor, this will incur a $50 processing drop fine payable to AVC in SSV 180 (cash or check only).
• If a student withdraws or an instructor drops you from a class, you may be removed from the SOAR program if you no longer have any academic classes. If you continue in the program you will be limited to one academic class the next semester.

PAYING FINES AND FEES

• Always have your college ID with you when paying fines and fees.
• The Student Health Fee along with the $1 Student Representation Fee must be paid online or at the Cashier’s Office by 11:30 p.m. on the day you register for college classes or you will be dropped from your classes.
• College fees, like library fines or parking permits, can be paid at the Cashier’s Office, located in the SSV building.
• All SOAR fines such as late textbook fines, SOAR class drop fines, or SOAR repeat class fines, must be paid at the Student Life and Services Office, T-700.
• All fines (except withdrawal drop fines) must be paid before the next registration cycle begins.
• Students are responsible to pay any fines and fees incurred.
• No additional registrations can occur if there are ANY holds on your college record such as owing money for dropping a class, a library fine, or student fees.

Required Foundation Courses for ALL students at SOAR High School

• HD101 - College & Life Management
• Lib 101 - Intro to Acad. Lib Research
• (PE) Kinesiology or Dance 
  • Note - When registering it is referred to as Kinesiology (e.g. KINF 108 or DA 102)
• HE101 - Introduction to Health Education
  • Note - That is if you did not complete this class during the summer before your 9th grade year.

 After a student completes the foundational course work, they should refer to their Student Education Plan (SEP) and the IGETC form (from the school year the student began high school) for approved AVC course options. Student Educational Plans will be completed annually

A-G REQUIREMENTS

A-G requirements must be completed to be eligible for a four-year college or university.  UC/CSU’s will only accept a grade of C or better in A-G coursework.

• Students must complete their Foreign Language and Visual Performing Arts A-G requirements at AVC. See the IGETC for which classes you can take to meet these requirements. 

VPA:

• Visual and Performing Arts requirement are met with courses in Area 3 of the IGETC. 
  • NOTE: Language, English, History, Philosophy and Photo classes in Area 3 of the IGETC cannot be used to meet the VPA requirement. 

Foreign Language:

• DO NOT take CHIN or LATN. 
• A 101 level language course must be completed for foreign language even though it is not indicated on the IGETC. 
• It is recommended you take a 102 level language class as soon as possible after completing a 101 level language course. 

A-G approved coursework for both SOAR and AVC can be found at http://www.ucop.edu/doorways/  .

GETTING A “D” OR “F”

**You MUST maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA for high school and a 2.0 cumulative GPA in college in order to continue to attend SOAR High School**

In College:

• If you received a D or F in a college course, every attempt must be made to retake that course the following semester (or summer school, if applicable).
• Students who get a D or F in a college class will be required to pay for the class.
• If a new textbook is required or is not in the SOAR book inventory, student will be required to pay for the textbook.
• Payment must be paid at the time of registration to T-700-E in cash or a check made out to AVC with the memo indicating which class they are repeating.

In high school: 

• If you received a D in a high school A- G course, every attempt must be made to retake that course during summer school, if applicable.  If you received an F in a high school class you MUST retake the course at summer school. 

 Academic Probation (AP):

• Students will be placed on AP based on their high school or AVC GPA from the previous semester.
• High School GPA’s below a 2.5 or AVC GPA’s below a 2.0 will result in AP placement.
• A grade of a D or an F during the semester at the 5-week and quarter marks for freshman and quarter marks for 10th-12th grade students will also result in placement in AP.
• A student on academic probation must complete a certain amount of hours for academic probation per week, as defined in the AP contract.
• A student who is on AVC or high school probation may be withdrawn from the program at the end of the semester if grades have not improved.

TEXTBOOKS

• ALL college textbooks must be returned to the SOAR textbook return, T-500 (Books Help), by the Monday following the end of the term or there will be a $25.00 fine per class.
• If textbooks are not returned within one week after the last day of the term, you will be charged the full cost of replacing each late book, a hold will be placed on your college record, and you will not be able to register for any future terms, nor be issued any additional textbooks until it is cleared.
• Fines for late books should be paid in T-700.
• All fines MUST be paid before college textbooks are released to students.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND BEST PRACTICES

• The CA College Promise Grant must be submitted every year you are in the SOAR program. You must complete this prior to the deadline. Failure to meet the deadline can result in removal from the SOAR program.
• Any medical condition that occurs while enrolled in SOAR which may result in missing college classes must be reported to the college instructor, the high school office, and Dr. Zimmerman’s office.
• It is your responsibility to make sure that your address, phone and email are current with AVC and SOAR. This can be done online or in person through the Admission and Records Office in the Student Services building for AVC and the SOAR Office for high school.
• Make sure you ALWAYS have your college ID when conducting college business.
• Log into myAVC to make sure it works. If it does not, call the help desk at (661) 722-6300, ext. 6535 or 6605 or go to the computer lab for assistance.
• Check your AVC and district emails DAILY.

AVC GRADUATION

• You must apply for graduation in the Graduation Office, SSV 117, by the deadline established by the Graduation Office.
• Verify that you do not have a FERPA hold on your record at the Graduation Office if you want your name to appear in the Commencement Program. Take a photo ID to Admissions and Records to complete the form.
• The SOAR program does not pay for your cap and gown, but if you need help with this contact Dr. Zimmerman.

TOTAL WITHDRAWAL FROM THE SOAR PROGRAM

• If you withdraw from the SOAR program during the semester, all textbooks must be returned. If all textbooks are not returned at the time you withdraw, you will be charged the cost of replacing the textbooks.
•  It is your responsibility to review the SOAR Rules, and follow them, so that you understand:
  - Student options to return to SOAR
  - How to return to AVC as a Special Admit Student
  - How to have your transcripts released as a high school graduate

Things You Need to Know 2020-21

Things You Need To Know -Senior year/5th year

AVC GRADUATION

• You must apply for graduation in the Graduation Office, SSV 117, by the deadline.
• Verify that you do not have a FERPA (privacy) hold on your record at the Graduation Office if you want your name to appear in the Commencement Program. Take a photo ID to Admissions and Records to complete the form.
• The SOAR program does not pay for your cap and gown, but if you need help with this contact Dr. Zimmerman.

ALL SENIORS

• Complete the 2021-2022 FAFSA by March 2^nd and include AVC school code: 001113
• Complete a new AVC application online for SUMMER 2021 as a HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE.
• Pass ALL High School and AVC college classes with a “C” or better in your senior year.
• If you plan to attend summer school at AVC or any other university you will also complete the 2021-2022 FAFSA, include AVC school code: 001113

5^th YEAR SPECIFICS

• Failure to complete or comply with all bullets in this section AND in the “All Senior” section of this document will make you ineligible for the 5^th year at AVC.
• You must be enrolled for the Fall 2021 semester of your additional year to be funded for the Intersession and Spring terms if you still need to finish your Associates Degree or transfer courses.  All of these courses must be listed on your Student Educational Plan (SEP) for the SOAR program to pay.
• You must earn at least a 2.00 grade point average in each semester/term in which you are enrolled to continue to be funded by the SOAR program.
• You must complete the online orientation if not already completed.
• Students not receiving financial aid (BOG, Cal-Grant) will be funded by SOAR program and must enroll in a minimum of 15 units each semester in attendance to qualify for funding.

5^th YEAR NAVIGATION

• REGISTRATION
  • Make sure all fees and fines are paid so there are no holds on your records – check online for holds.
  • You will be given an appointment time to register online through your myAVC portal. You will register online on your own.
  • Classes must be on your Student Education Plan (SEP). 
  • Spring semester of the 5^th year is your last semester funded by the SOAR program.

• FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
  • All students must complete 2021-2022 FAFSA by March 2^nd and include the AVC school code:  001113 to be funded for the 5^th year. This will determine your financial aid eligibility.  It is YOUR responsibility to follow up with the Financial Aid Office to see if there are any issues associated with your application.
  • Repeat courses and textbooks will not be paid for by the program.

• TEXTBOOKS
  • All students must apply online @ https://www.avc.edu/studentservices/bookshelp.
  • Textbooks for SOAR students completing their additional year will be purchased by the Books Help Program and distributed through Student Equity Office.

Things You Need to Know-Senior Year/5th Year/ with Signature Page

Princeton Review

We had a lot of enthusiasm last year from students, parents, and faculty when we launched our live homework help program, Princeton Review’s Homework Help. This service will be available again this year. 

Homework help is available to all students in the district.  Each student is allotted an initial 20 hours of LIVE 24/7 tutoring.  Additional hours will be made available to students that take full advantage of this service.

Students can access Princeton Review when logged into their Student PowerSchool Portal by selecting the Homework Help/Live Tutors icon.  Students will use their school ID number as their username, and their password will be their PowerSchool password.  

The Subject Requirement:

• History/social science (“a”) – Two years, including one year of world history, cultures and historical geography and one year of U.S. history, or one-half year of U.S. history and one-half year of American government or civics.

• English (“b”) – Four years of college preparatory English that integrates reading of classic and modern literature, frequent and regular writing, and practice listening and speaking.

• Mathematics (“c”) – Three years of college-preparatory mathematics that include or integrate the topics covered in elementary and advanced algebra and two- and three-dimensional geometry.

• Laboratory science (“d”) – Two years of laboratory science providing fundamental knowledge in at least two of the three disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics.

• Language other than English (“e”) – Two years of the same language other than English or equivalent to the second level of high school instruction.

• Visual and performing arts (“f”) – One year chosen from dance, music, theater or the visual arts.

• College-preparatory elective (“g”) – One year chosen from the “a-f” courses beyond those used to satisfy the requirements above, or courses that have been approved solely in the elective area.

A brag sheet is used to write information about yourself that can be given to a staff member (teacher, counselor, etc.), coach, club advisor, or employer when asking for a letter of recommendation.

• Be as specific as possible.
• Save this document so you can go back to it and update it as often as necessary and print copies when needed.
• Make sure you give your recommenders plenty of time to complete their letters, at least 2 weeks in advance.
• Ask them to save their recommendations for you so you may ask them for an updated reference letter in the future.

SOAR Brag sheet Fillable

There is also a more detailed brag sheet available in Naviance Student that we would prefer students to use for teacher and counselor recommendations.  Students can go to their Naviance Student portal by logging into PowerSchool and clicking on the "Naviance" link to the left of the page, then the "About Me" link once in Naviance, and finally the "SOAR Brag Sheet Survey" on the About Me page.   This form can be edited and updated at any time.

UC WEBSITE

UC TIPS AND TOOLS

uc pERSONAL iNSIGHT qUESTIONS

ACADEMIC PLANNERS - For students grades 9-12

mY aCADEMIC pLANNER EAOP

UC YOUR ACADEMIC PLANNER

WEBSITE

*Applications for Fall 2020 will open on October 1st, 2019

WEBSITE

WEBSITE

There's something special about being the first…

…especially being the first in your family to attend and graduate from college. I'm First! is an online community for first-generation college students—and their supporters. Hear inspiring stories and share your own, discover colleges that care about first-gen students, find answers to your questions about college, and receive guidance on the road to and through college.

WEBSITE

Use Collegeboard's "Big Future" site to search for colleges, narrow down majors and career options, learn how to pay for college, and how to make a tangible plan. They offer information on everything from careers and majors to personal statements and financial aid. Use Big Future to prepare yourself for the road ahead!

WEBSITE

We connect first generation and underrepresented students to caring colleges, generous scholarships, and life-changing counselors and mentors.

We take the stress out of your college search

Build and organize a college list, rank colleges based on fit, keep track of important application deadlines, and celebrate your acceptance letters.

WEBSITE

Testing is a necessary step toward college and is often a requirement to be considered "eligible" for consideration to a four year college/university. Whether it is the PSAT, SAT, ACT, or the UC Writing Exam, students will most likely be testing at some point throughout their high school experience. This page will provide valuable information regarding testing that is often required for college entrance.

DUE TO COVID-19 TESTING REQUIREMENTS HAVE CHANGED AT SEVERAL INSTITUTIONS, PLEASE CHECK INDIVIDUAL INSTITUTIONS FOR REQUIREMENTS.

PSAT

The PSAT 8/9 and the PSAT/NMSQT are highly relevant to your future success because they focus on the skills and knowledge at the heart of education. They’ll measure:

• What you learn in high school
• What you need to succeed in college

If you think the key to a high score is memorizing words and facts you’ll never use in the real world, think again. You don’t have to discover secret tricks or cram the night before. The best way to prepare for the test is to:

• Take challenging courses
• Do your homework
• Prepare for tests and quizzes
• Ask and answer lots of questions

In short, take charge of your education and learn as much as you can!

The PSAT is not currently scheduled to be offered at SOAR due to COVID-19.  

PSAT 8/9 Student Guide      

PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide

PSAT/NMSQT and PSAT 10 Score Ranges

PSAT test scores from the October 2019 test are available at www.collegeboard.org.

PSAT Scores and Information

The world needs more people who can solve problems, communicate clearly, and understand complex relationships. The SAT Suite of Assessments focuses on the skills and knowledge that will help today’s students meet that need.

The tests are designed to:

• Measure the essential ingredients for college and career readiness and success, as shown by research.
• Have a stronger connection to classroom learning.
• Inspire productive practice.

REMINDER: Sign up for the SAT with the Essay

SAT Registration

Need some help studying? Check out the new targeted SAT Test prep from Khan Academy.

Khan Academy SAT Prep

• ACT test scores are accepted by all four-year US colleges and universities, including highly selective institutions.
• The ACT is not an aptitude or an IQ test. Questions are directly related to what students have learned in high school courses.

Registering for the ACT Test

You'll need to create an ACT student web account or log in to your existing account (see image). Registration includes a career exploration component that relates to your personal characteristics and career options to help you start thinking about future plans.

Registration takes approximately 40 minutes. As you go through the process, the system will periodically save your data, so you can stop any time and return when you're ready.

We recommend that you have the following items handy for registration:

• Your high school course information
• Payment method
• Photo (now or anytime before the photo deadline)

FEE WAIVER REQUEST FORM

ACT Registration

Entry Level Writing

Entry Level Writing Requirement Website

FAFSA

FAFSA Website

- OPENS OCTOBER 1ST ANNUALLY

DREAM ACT

Dream Act Website

- Due March 2nd Annually

CSAC

CSAC

- For California State Aid Information

In order to receive a Cal-Grant, a student must meet the criteria and submit their FAFSA/Dream Act and Allow their school to submit their Cal-Grant GPA Verification by the March 2nd deadline.

Create an account (After submitting the FAFSA or DREAM ACT) @ MY GRANT INFO and find out if you are eligible to receive a Cal-Grant

Cal-Grant Program Income Ceilings

Cal-Grant Opt Out Forms

Per Assembly Bill (AB) 2160, all seniors will have a Cal Grant GPA submitted electronically by their high school, to the California Student Aid Commission, unless a signed Opt Out form is returned to the Guidance Office (Rm. S3 for the purpose of this document) by October 1st of their senior year. Please see the English or Spanish version of this document below for more information regarding the process.

• Cal Grant Opt Out - English
• Spanish Cal Grant Opt Out

UC BLUE+GOLD OPPORTUNITY

For eligible CA students whose annual income is under $80,000, UC's system wide tuition and fees will be fully covered during your first four years at UC (or two years if you are a transfer student) up to your financial need. Blue + Gold students with sufficient financial need can qualify for EVEN MORE aid to help reduce the cost of attending UC.

VIDEOS:

Overview of the Financial Aid Process

FAFSA Overview

Dream Act Overview

MATRICULATION

Graduates of SOAR High School have been admitted to the following 4-year colleges:

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

MARCH

OppU Achievers Scholarship (12th): $2,500, submit a short response 500 words or less about why you are an achiever. DEADLINE: 3/31/21

*LOCAL* LPAC Scholarship (12th): $5,000, 2.75+ GPA, enrolling in an accredited post-secondary education program with a major or minor in a performing arts program, essay, service, need, talent/skills, and demonstration interview required. DEADLINE: 3/31/21

Cappex Easy Money Scholarship (9th-12th): $1,000 register, complete the form, apply. DEADLINE: 3/31/21

Blacks at Microsoft Scholarship (12th): $20,000 3.3+GPA, must be of African descent, plan to attend a four-year college or university, plan to pursue a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or select business programs (such as finance, business administration, or marketing), passion for technology, leadership, need financial assistance. DEADLINE: 3/31/21

US Bates Scholarship (12th): $5,000, Be the child or stepchild of a U.S. member in good standing of a BAC Local. DEADLINE: 3/31/21

APRIL

*LOCAL* Lancaster United Methodist Church Scholarships (12th): $600, 2.5+ GPA, will attend AVC, application available in Naviance or on the Class of 2021Google Calendar. DEADLINE: 4/1/21

*LOCAL* Family4Learning Scholarship (12th): $1200, 2.5+ GPA, completed the 2021-2022 FAFSA, in financial need, essay, transcript, SAR, LOR required. DEADLINE: 4/1/21

*LOCAL* WIM Scholarship (12th): $2,500, 3.0+ GPA, possess a commitment to obtain an education leading to a degree through a course of study related to mining, geology, engineering or environmental studies, application, transcript, and essay required. DEADLINE: 4/1/21

Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarships (12th): $10,000, 2.5+ GPA, financial need, majoring at a 4 yr university in one of these majors - Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, interest in a paid internship with Lockheed. DEADLINE: 4/1/21

Herbert Lehman Education Fund (12th): $2,000 for 4 yrs, must have a combined family income of $65,000 or less, academic achievement, commitment to public service, completed application form, copy of the acceptance letter to the college you will attend, two recommendation letters, resume, current school transcript (finalists will be required to submit an official transcript), personal statement, an essay, copy of your SAT and/or ACT test scores; and copy of your Student Aid Report (FAFSA Form).   DEADLINE: 4/1/21

Project Yellow Light Video/Radio Contest (11th/12th): $2,000-$8,000, create a PSA to encourage your friends to avoid distracted driving. DEADLINE: 4/1/21

2021 Ninth Circuit Civics Contest (9th-12th): $3,700, an essay/video contest for high school students answering the question "What Does Our American Community Ask of Us?" DEADLINE: 4/1/21

State Bank of India Scholarship (12th): $1,000, 2.8+ GPA, household income at or below the Low or Moderate Income Level, all majors welcome, application, LOR, and transcript required. DEADLINE: 4/2/21

First General Bank Scholarship (12th): $2,000, 3.0+ GPA, household income at or below the Moderate Income Level, all majors welcome, application, LOR, and transcript required. DEADLINE: 4/2/21

Antelope Valley Chambers of Commerce (12th): Starting at $500, 2.5+ GPA unweighted, be working part-time in a local business or training in a paid or unpaid internship during 2021/2022 school year. Plan to be enrolled in a college or technical school by fall of 2021. DEADLINE: 4/9/21

College JumpStart Scholarship (10th-12th): $10,000,  . DEADLINE: 4/15/21

Exceptional Youth Scholarship (12th): $10,000, 3.0+, must have participated in some form of community service, volunteerism, or mentorship activities. DEADLINE: 4/15/21

*LOCAL* PEO Scholarship (12th): Amount TBD, open to females, application and essay required. Application available in Naviance or Class of 2021 Google calendar. DEADLINE: 4/16/21

Need for Speed Hypersonic Video Contest (9th-12th): $1,000, 2 minute video addressing How do you think hypersonic flight could help humanity in the future?  DEADLINE: 4/18/21

*LOCAL* AKA Scholarship (12th): Amount TBD, 3.0+, African American male or female, accepted by and plan to attend a four year college, 3 LOR, application, official transcript, 4 x 6 recent color headshot photo, one-page typed essay. Application available in Naviance or the Class of 2021 Google Calendar. DEADLINE: 4/30/21

EWaste Scholarship (9th-12th): $1000, 140-character message about e-waste. DEADLINE: 4/30/21

MAY

Carrington-Philbert Scholarship (12th): $2,500, African-American, planning to attend a 2yr or 4yr college/university, LOR, transcript, photo, recommendation, and essay required. DEADLINE: 5/1/21

General Henry H. Arnold Lodge Masonic Scholarship (12th): $1,000, Attending AVC, 2.0+ GPA-unofficial transcript needed, essay, presentation or video, special consideration if your family has Masonic ties. DEADLINE: 5/1/21

McDonald's Black & Positively Golden Scholarship (12th): $15,000, Be 18 years old and older, fulltime freshman attending an HBCU during the 2021-2022 academic school year, GPA 2.7+, leadership abilities and financial need, U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident. DEADLINE: 5/10/21

Lockheed Martin Leadership Association Scholarship Fund  (12th): $1,000 (Community College) $2,000 (4-year college/university) Based on scholastic record, leadership activities, community service and essay questions, official transcript required. DEADLINE: 5/28/21

Triple Impact Competitor Scholarship (11th): $1,000+, playing for a hs or club team, Personal Mastery: Making oneself better, Leadership: Making one's teammates better, Honoring the Game: Making the game better. DEADLINE: 5/31/21

JUNE

The Howard Family Scholarship (12th): $1,000-$5,000 Must be of African American/Black Heritage, a US citizen & resident of CA, 3.0 GPA full-time college student for fall 2021. DEADLINE: 6/15/21

Probo Medical Scholarship (12th): $500, 3.0+ GPA, essay of 1,500 words or less on the specified prompt. DEADLINE: 6/21/21

Breakthrough Junior Challenge (9-12th): $250,000 must be 13 or older by April 1st 2021. Register and submit video entry through site. DEADLINE: 6/25/21

OppU Achievers Scholarship (12th): $2,500, submit a short response 500 words or less about why you are an achiever. DEADLINE: 6/30/21

Digital Privacy Scholarship (9th-12th): $1000, 140-character message about digital privacy. DEADLINE: 6/30/21

More scholarship information available from Chamber of Commerce 

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR JANUARY 2020

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN JANUARY (Deadlines are subject to change in 2022): 

Hamilton Prize 1/1
Danforth Scholars Program 1/2
Ithaca Park Scholars Program 1/2
One Earth Young Filmmakers Contest 1/5
Drive Smart Teen Contest 1/6
Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards 1/8
Foot Locker Scholarship 1/8
MLK Jr. Essay Contest 1/9
Ron Brown Scholarship Program 1/9
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship 1/11
The PRINT IT Scholarship 1/11
Blaze Your Own Trail Scholarship 1/15
JFK Profile in Courage Contest 1/15
St.John's McNulty Scholars 1/15
Washington Crossing Foundation 1/15
Greg Goff Leadership Awards 1/16
Hamilton Award 1/16
AFA 2019 Teen Scholarship Essay Contest 1/17
Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship 1/17
CSTA/ACM Cutler-Bell Prize 1/18
C-Span's Student Cam Competition 1/20
Girls Impact the World Film Festival 1/20
Live Mas Scholarship 1/20
The Coolidge Scholarship 1/20
APIA Scholarship 1/22
LA County Black College Expo Scholarship 1/25
Points Foundation Scholarship 1/25
Distinguished Young Women 1/26
Equitable Excellence Scholarship 1/28
Safe Job for Youth Poster and Video Contest 1/29
Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship 1/30
ABPA Harrington-Arthur Memorial Scholarship 1/31
AG Day Essay Contest 1/31
AV Optimist Essay Contest 1/31
California Coastal Art & Poetry Contest 1/31
Courageous Persuaders Video Contest 1/31
CTA Scholarship 1/31
Easy Money Scholarship 1/31
Freemont Foundation Scholarship 1/31
InspirASIAN 1/31
New Year's Resolution Scholarship 1/31
Princeton Prize in Race Relations 1/31
SchoolsFirst Member Education Award 1/31
Stars Soaring with Resilience Scholarship 1/31
The Fountain Essay Contest 2017 1/31
Union Plus Scholarship 1/31

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR FEBRUARY 2021

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN FEBRUARY (Deadlines are subject to change in 2022): 

Requirements

The BAM Scholarship was created to enable Black and African American students to attend college and pursue a career in technology.  The goal is to empower future generations to do and be more. 

To be considered for a BAM Scholarship, you must:

• Be a US-based high school senior of African descent (for example, African American, African, Ethiopian, etc.)
• Plan to attend a four-year college or university in the US in the fall immediately following your high school graduation
• Plan to pursue a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or select business programs (such as finance, business administration, or marketing)
• Demonstrate a passion for technology.
• Demonstrate leadership at school or in the community.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher.
• Require financial assistance to attend college.

How to Apply

To apply for a BAM Scholarship, submit your application online through the link below by March 31st, 2021 11:59pm Pacific Time with the following items:

Two letters of recommendation. At least one letter must be from a faculty or staff member at your school. Letters of recommendation should be original and should not be duplicates of college recommendation letters. (Letters must be on letterhead.)

Résumé. Your résumé should include the following information:

—Extracurricular activities (school and community related)

—Honors and awards that you have received (if possible, include awards that are technology related)

—Work experience

Picture of yourself. Pictures must be in color.

Transcript. Include a copy of your current academic transcript. (Official or Unofficial copies will both be accepted.)

Two Essays.

—In no more than 500 words, describe how you plan to engage in the technology industry in your future career. (If you have done exemplary work using technology during high school, please describe that also.)

—In no more than 250 words, demonstrate your financial need for this scholarship.

All materials MUST be submitted through the online application link below. Emailed or mailed documents will not be accepted. For questions please email BAMScholarshipInfo@microsoft.com.

Apply for the BAM Scholarship

CAPPEX EASY MONEY SCHOLARSHIP

FILL OUT THE HOLOCAUST CONTEST ENTRY FORM

ESSAY

In 500 words or fewer, please tell us why you’re an achiever. How have you created opportunity for yourself? How have you created opportunity for others? Did you start a small business? Are you the founder of a community program? How did you overcome the odds and make your dreams—or the dreams of others—come true? Please include links to any relevant material that demonstrates your accomplishments.

Apply for the OppU Achievers Scholarship

U.S. Bates Scholarship

BAC annually awards three scholarships to students whose parents or step-parents are U.S. BAC members. The stipends are $5,000 per year for up to four years – up to $20,000 total.

To be eligible for the scholarship, students must:

• Be a senior in high school
• Plan to enter college in the fall of 2021
• Be the child or stepchild of a U.S. member in good standing of a BAC Local

The U.S. Bates Scholarship program is administered through International Scholarship and Tuition Services (ISTS).  

The application deadline is March 31, 2021. ISTS will notify all applicants of the selection results in June 2021.

Click on this link to access the online application.

Questions? Call or email the BAC Education Department at 1-888-880-8222 ext. 3887 or askbac@bacweb.org.

LPAC Scholarship Website

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN MARCH (Deadlines are subject to change in 2021):

Application available in Naviance or the Class of 2021 Google Calendar

Women in Mining, California Chapter, seeks scholarship candidates who possess a commitment to obtain an education leading to a degree through a course of study related to mining, geology, engineering or environmental studies.

This year WIM California Chapter is partnering with the Southern California Mining Section of the Society of Mining Engineers (SME) to offer the Sager Memorial Scholarship of $2,500 for a total of 5 scholarships.

Applicants must be at least a senior in high school or currently enrolled full time in college. Applicant must currently maintain a 3.0 or higher grade point average. The successful scholarship finalists must provide proof of full time enrollment in secondary education prior to receiving the award. The scholarship grant shall be applied toward the cost of tuition and/or course expenses as selected by the recipient, the amount not to exceed the scholarship grant.

All information must be received by the scholarship committee no later than April 1, 2021. WIM California Chapter scholarship committee will review all completed applications, current transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable, however at the discretion of WIM official transcripts might be requested), and scholarship essays. The scholarship committee will select recipients and present their decision to the WIM Board of Directors. Following the Board’s approval, all applicants will be notified of the Committee’s decision. 

This scholarship is for California Residents only, they must be a U.S. Citizen, and may attend a College or University outside California.

The California Chapter of WIM is an equal opportunity organization.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please complete, enclose, and mail, application form, transcripts, and one-page essay to:

Attn: Alison Brewer

WIM - CalPortland

1490 Rubidoux Blvd

Jurupa Valley, CA 92509

Apply for the WIM Scholarship

Herbert Lehman Education Fund

The Herbert Lehman Scholarship is a national, highly competitive scholarship that makes annual awards to qualified, outstanding undergraduate students. The scholarship, established in 1964, is named after the former Governor and United States Senator from New York in recognition of his integrity, courage, and persistence on behalf of numerous civil rights causes.

Herbert Lehman Scholarships were initially awarded to help African-American students attend formerly segregated four-year colleges and universities in the South and to increase the number of African Americans in the legal profession.

Today, the mission of the Herbert Lehman Education Program is to help transform the promise of racial equality into a social, economic, and political reality by supporting talented undergraduate students with financial need to stay in school and successfully complete their bachelor’s degree.

Currently, Herbert Lehman Scholarships are open to students who meet the eligibility and award criteria. Awards generally do not exceed four years.

The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund Herbert Lehman Scholarship Program awards are $2,000 per year,  over four years, for a total of $8,000 - provided funds are available. Scholars must remain in good academic standing and continue to meet the scholarship criteria in order to maintain eligibility.  

The deadline for the scholarship is April 1, 2021.  

Final decisions are made by mid-July/August at which time all students will be notified of their status via email.

Eligibility

• U.S. Citizenship;
• Must be a graduating high school senior, first-year student in an accredited four-year college, or a student transferring into an accredited four-year college, students beginning as a junior are not eligible;
• Demonstrated financial need - must have a combined family income of $65,000 or less;
• Record of academic achievement; and
• Demonstrated commitment to public service.

Scholarship Application Checklist – Your application must include all  items listed below: 

• Completed scholarship application form;
• A copy of the acceptance letter to the college you will attend;
• Two recommendation letters;
• Resume;
• A copy of your current school transcript (finalists will be required to submit an official transcript);
• A personal statement;
• An essay;
• A copy of your SAT and/or ACT test scores; and
• A copy of your Student Aid Report (FAFSA Form).  The adjusted gross family income line of your FAFSA form must be completed showing a dollar amount.  If not, a copy of your parents’ income tax return must be attached.

Apply to the Herbert Lehman Education Fund

Your Mission: Create a video ad (Deadline April 1st) or a radio spot (Deadline April 1st) to encourage safe driving.

Your Audience: Young drivers who are new to the road.

Your Topic/Brief: Stop distracted driving, specifically the use of your phone while driving to send texts or messages. Young drivers are often overly confident in their own abilities to text, message, comment on posts, or use apps while driving, but think it's dangerous when others engage in this same behavior. People think they are the exception, but no one is special enough to send, reply, or comment while driving.

A lot of texting and driving prevention creative uses scare tactics or preachy messaging that addresses the consequences of messaging while driving (crashes or death), but we want you to address what motivates people to think they can safely use their phones while driving.

Why: To prevent serious car crashes and deaths.

Project Yellow Light/Hunter Garner Scholarship is a scholarship competition designed to bring about change. As an applicant you have one clear mission: encourage your peers to develop and embrace safe driving habits.

For the video competition:

For both the high school and college categories, the winner will receive a scholarship in the amount of $8,000. Videos are due April 1.

For the radio competition:

For both high school and college categories, the winner will receive a scholarship in the amount of $2,000. Recordings are due April 1.

In addition to a scholarship, the winning video may be turned into an Ad Council PSA and distributed nationally to approximately 1,600 TV stations. The winning design may be turned into a billboard and displayed on Clear Channel Outdoor digital billboards across the U.S. The winning radio spot may be shared on iHeartRadio's national network and radio stations across the U.S.

To enter any contest, you must be a high school junior or senior between the ages of 14 and 20; or a full-time undergraduate college student between the ages of 15 and 25. If you are under 18, your parent or legal guardian must sign an eligibility form (we will contact you).

How: Apply to the Project Yellow Light Scholarship

Enter the 2021 Ninth Circuit Civics Contest

 Apply for the State Bank of India Scholarship

 Apply to the First General Bank Scholarship

Welcome to the College JumpStart Scholarship Program

The College JumpStart Scholarship is an annual, merit-based competition -- financial need is not considered -- that is open to 10th-12th graders, college students and non-traditional students. The main requirement is that you are committed to going to school and can express your goals for getting a higher education. The first place prize is a $1,000 scholarship to help cover educational expenses. This award can be used at any college or university in the United States.

The deadline for the competition is April 15, 2020. When you are ready to apply, please SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TODAY.

The Foundation for Global Sports Development believes in investing in the future through education. Our Exceptional Youth Scholarship recognizes and rewards high achieving students who have also contributed to their community through volunteerism.

A total of five (5) high school seniors will each be awarded one-time scholarships of $10,000 to cover tuition and other attendance-related expenses such as housing, meal plans, books, and campus fees at accredited, four-year colleges and universities in the United States.

Eligibility

• Must be a high school senior at time of application – Scholarships cannot be deferred
• Minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0 (through end of Fall 2020)
• Must have participated in some form of community service, volunteerism, or mentorship activities
• US Citizen or legal resident

The application round for the 2021 Exceptional Youth Scholarship opens March 1st, 2021 at 8:00am EST, and closes April 15, 2021 at 11:59pm EST. 

LINK TO APPLY FOR THE EXCEPTIONAL YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP

Open to female graduates only.

Application available in Naviance and the Class of 2021 Google calendar.  

Application available in Naviance and the Class of 2021 Google Calendar 

Need for Speed Hypersonic Video Contest 

The Joint Hypersonics Transition Office and Naval Service Warfare Center, Crane Division, within the U.S. Department of Defense, are sponsoring a video contest on hypersonics for high school and undergraduate students. The prize for first place is $1,000. The objective of the program is to educate students about hypersonics and enhance the pipeline for the U.S. workforce.

To enter, students are asked to create a two-minute video about the potential of hypersonic flight (high school category) or the big challenges posed by hypersonic flight (undergraduate category). Entries are due by April 18, 2021.

The Need for Speed Hypersonic Video Contest's high school category is open to all U.S. high school students, ages 13-19. Students below the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian’s permission to enter and must submit a VIDEO WAIVER FORM to allow contest organizers to use the video for contest announcements and promotions. Teams of high school students may enter, but each team member’s name must be listed on the entry form, and separate waiver forms must be submitted for each team member. Each person or team is limited to one (1) entry. Videos may not use copyrighted content unless authorized by the copyright owner. The contest is void where prohibited. Winners will be asked to submit proof of age to demonstrate eligibility in their prize categories, including copies of IDs or drivers' licenses and proof of enrollment in their schools.

High school students are encouraged to use their creativity to produce a two-minute video answering the question:

How do you think hypersonic flight could help humanity in the future?

Please contact the hypersonic video contest coordinator, Michaela Smith, with any questions: hypersoncivideo@virginia.edu

Enter the Need for Speed Hypersonic Video Contest

E-Waste Scholarship

Who may apply: You must be a high school freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior or a current or entering college or graduate school student of any level. Home schooled students are also eligible. There is no age limit. You must also be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.

How to apply: Complete the application form below including a 140-character message about e-waste. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full length 500- to 1,000-word essay about e-waste.

Deadline: April 30, 2021 to coincide with Earth Day

How we'll select the winner: We'll select the 10 finalists based on the content of the 140-character message. The winner will be selected based on the content and creativity of the 500- to 1,000-word essay.

Awards: The winner will receive a $1,000 scholarship.

Apply for the E-Waste Scholarship

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN APRIL (Deadlines are subject to change in 2021):

The Carrington-Philbert Scholarship program will award a minimum of one (1) $2500 one-time scholarship
to an entering U.S College/University Freshman

Program Guidelines & Priorities

• Applicants should be African American
• Applicants must plan to attend a U.S. two (2)-year community college or four (4)-year college
• Scholarship awards will be paid during the month of September
• Applications must be received no later than May 1st. Late applications will not be accepted
• Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher/principal along with their application
• Winners will have to provide proof of enrollment by August 31st
• Please upload transcript, photo, recommendation, and essay below

Complete and submit application online along with one (1) letter of recommendation from a teacher/principal/counselor, a copy of your high school transcript, and headshot photo.

On a separate paper, please write an essay (250 - 500 words) addressing the following: What has been the driving force for you to pursue a higher education? What are your passions and how do you plan to ensure you follow them?

Apply for the Carrington-Philbert Scholarship

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN MAY (Deadlines are subject to change in 2021):

Probo Medical Scholarship

Probo Medical wants healthcare to be more easily accessible for all, which means supporting future medical professionals. We are excited to award the “Probo Medical Scholarship” biannually (Summer and Winter) to decrease the burden of educational costs for those pursuing degrees in the medical field. We hope to play a small part in helping students achieve their educational goals with our annual $500 scholarship.

To apply for the scholarship, you must submit an original essay of up to 1,500 words that describes how you want to make healthcare more accessible and affordable, and why doing so is important to you and the world. Since that’s our goal with everything we do, we want for you to begin thinking about your impact.

Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee made up of principles and employees of Probo Medical. The decision of the panel will be based on originality, research, creativity, and quality of the essay submitted. Any student planning for a medical or veterinary career is especially encouraged to enter, however, students on any career path are also welcome to apply.

Requirements for entry:

• Must be enrolled at an accredited high school, college or university in the United States
• Must be either in your final year of high school or enrolled at the undergraduate level in “good standing”
• Must be age 16 or older
• Must be attending a U.S.-based institution
• Must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher (or equivalent)
• Entries must be post marked by June 21st

Additional information:

• There is no formal entry form; simply follow the instructions on this page
• No email or fax entries will be accepted. Entries must be sent by U.S. mail
• No additional material or documentation (such as tax returns, letters of recommendation, etc.) is needed or accepted
• Each entry should include the following: printed copy of your essay with your complete contact information on each page (full name, address, email address and phone number) and a statement or transcript showing your current cumulative GPA (unofficial transcripts are acceptable).

Please send all materials to:

ATTN: Probo Medical Scholarship

9715 Kincaid Drive Suite 1000

Fishers, Indiana 46037

PROBO MEDICAL SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITE

ESSAY

In 500 words or fewer, please tell us why you’re an achiever. How have you created opportunity for yourself? How have you created opportunity for others? Did you start a small business? Are you the founder of a community program? How did you overcome the odds and make your dreams—or the dreams of others—come true? Please include links to any relevant material that demonstrates your accomplishments.

Apply for the OppU Achievers Scholarship

Digital Privacy Scholarship

Who may apply: You must be a high school freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior or a current or entering college or graduate school student of any level. Home schooled students are also eligible. There is no age limit. You must also be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.

How to apply: Complete the application form below including a 140-character message about digital privacy. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full length 500- to 1,000-word essay about digital privacy.

Deadline: June 30, 2021

How we'll select the winner: We'll select the 10 finalists based on the content of the 140-character message. The winner will be selected based on the content and creativity of the 500- to 1,000-word essay.

Awards: The winner will receive a $1,000 scholarship.

Apply for the Digital Privacy Scholarship

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN JUNE (Deadlines are subject to change in 2021):

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR JULY 2020

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN JULY (Deadlines are subject to change in 2021):

Future Educator Scholarship

Mrs Prindables is offering a 2021 Scholarship opportunity for incoming or current college students majoring in education. We believe that educators have the power to spark positive development in student’s lives and their futures.

Whether you are an incoming freshman or current student majoring in education, we want to encourage you to apply for this $1,000 scholarship. Fill out the form below and upload either your transcripts or acceptance letter. Then tell us why you want to be an educator. What do you believe you have to offer the students of our future?

Deadline is 8/19/2021 for submissions. Recipient will be notified via email on or about 8/25/2021.

The scholarship award is to be used exclusively for school tuition or related expenses. A check for $1,000 will be made payable to the award recipient’s college or university. The recipient is expected to submit receipts in accordance with IRS regulations.  

Apply for the Future Educator Scholarship

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN AUGUST (Deadlines are subject to change in 2021):

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR SEPTEMBER 2020

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN SEPTEMBER (Deadlines are subject to change in 2021):

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR OCTOBER 2020

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN OCTOBER (Deadlines are subject to change in 2021):

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR NOVEMBER 2020

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN NOVEMBER (Deadlines are subject to change in 2021): 

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR DECEMBER 2020

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN DECEMBER (Deadlines are subject to change in 2021): 

AED.US Scholarship 12/1
Boston U Trustee Scholarship 12/1
Capital Alliance College Scholarship 12/1
Cesar E Chavez Memorial Education Awards Program 12/1
Creative Masonry & Chimney LLC Scholarship 12/1
Dell Scholars Program 12/1
Ithaca MLK Scholars Program 12/1
Lamber-Goodnow Injury Law Team Education Scholarship 12/1
Look Twice, Save A Life Scholarship 12/1
W&L Johnson Scholars 12/1
Women in Science Environmental Scholarship 12/1
A Penny For A Free Ride 12/3
Notes for the Future Scholarship 12/4
Pixel Plex STEM Scholarship 12/5
Stephen J Brady Stop Hunger Scholarship 12/5
Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards 12/6
Presidential Scholarship 12/6
Edison Scholars Program 12/14
Science Ambassador Scholarship 12/14
Sustainability in your Community 12/14
24x7 Doctors Answering Service Scholarship 12/15
AXA Achievement Scholarship 12/15
BK Scholars 12/15
Medical Scrubs Collection Scholarship 12/15
Rubicam Youth Award 12/15
Tutor the People Scholarship 12/15
Youth Financial Literacy Foundation Scholarship 12/15
AVUHSD STEM Scholarship Contest 12/16
College Scholarship Video Essay Contest 12/29
Odenza Marketing Group Volunteer Award 12/30
A Voice For Cats Scholarship 12/31
Apprentice Ecologist Initiative 12/31
Because College is Expensive Scholarship 12/31
Free Speech Essay 12/31
G2 Overachievers Student Grant 12/31
Healthy Lifestyle Scholarship 12/31
Imagine America Scholarship 12/31
No Sweat Scholarship 12/31
NRA Civil Rights Defense Youth Essay Contest 12/31
Opp U Achievers Scholarship 12/31
The OppU Achievers Scholarship 12/31
Unigo $10K Scholarship 12/31

Useful websites to search for scholarships outside of Naviance

College Board Scholarship Search

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