Scholarships
http://www.heritage.edu/FutureStudents/FinancialAid/tabid/74/Default.aspx
Current Scholarships available for 2012 graduates
Message from Scholarship coordinator:
YV-Tech students:
Many of you will be continuing your education following high school. It is important to start early to find a school that will meet your needs. Many scholarships are offered by post secondary institutions and community organizations. Do your homework and learn when the deadlines are for applications.
Things you can do now, whether you are a junior or senior is working on the following:
- Leadership skills and activites:
Join a club; work on a committee; run for office; design and implement a project
- Community Service:
If you have never done any community service, start now to find a worthy cause that can use your talents and skills, or maybe just willing hands to accomplish something good for our community. Document your participation and keep records of how much time you contribute
- Volunteer work:
If you have never volunteered, now is the time to start. You can do something for someone else, and gain the satisfaction of helping someone in need, and valuable skills for life!
- Work Experience:
If you have a paying job, you are developing many practical skills and experiences. Be sure to be a "super" employee, one that your employer or supervisor can boast about. Be on time. Be there every shift. Do your job exceptionally well. Work well with others. See what needs to be done and do it without having to be told every time. You get more then a paycheck from work experience. You develop skills that will help you manage your time well as you juggle school, work, and family responsibilities.
- Letters of recommendation:
Be thinking of who knows you well, and can speak directly about your skills and talents. Choose someone who can write well! Give them plenty of time to write and send letters. Ask for extra copies addressed "To whom it may concern," that you can use for other applications.
Some scholarships are available for juniors, but most are for seniors.
- Research scholarships that you are eligible for:
- Your high school counselor may post a list at school or on a website.
Davis High School’s link below has an extensive list that is updated monthly:
http://schools.yakimaschools.org/education/components/scrapbook/default.php?sectiondetailid=4593&
- Sign up for a search like "TheWashboard" or "Fastweb".
- Research your post-secondary school's options.
- Research organizations of professionals in the field you intend to pursue.
- Sign up for random drawings for scholarship money.
- Order transcripts early
- Write essay responses that answer the questions and tell your unique story. Proof read! Have someone else proof read for you. Proof read again!!!
- Visit this site often to watch for scholarships that are particularly suited to YV-Tech students.
FAFSA Webinar
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): Essentials and Updates Webinar
Date: Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Time: 2:00 p.m. EST/11:00 a.m. PST
Duration: 60 minutes
Cost: FREE
Register now
Unable to Attend?
All NACAC Webinars are recorded and available for download immediately after they air. If you register now, you will be sent the link to the live Webinar and the link for the recording. Cost: Free. Register now.
Target Audience: This Webinar is intended for school counselors, college admission professionals, students, families, and any other stakeholders seeking to learn more about the process of applying for federal student aid.
Topics Discussed:
- What is the FAFSA?
- Steps to take before applying for federal student aid
- Strategies and deadlines in the application process
- Expectations after applying for federal student aid
- Review of frequently asked questions
- Overview of program and application changes for 2012-13
- Resources for counselors, students and families
Upon completion of this Webinar, participants will:
- Understand the nuts and bolts of completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Comprehend the process by which federal student aid is awarded
- Know what to expect after applying for federal student aid
- Have access to changes and updates to the 2012-13 FAFSA
We will have a FAFSA night in January in our computer lab so families can get assistance in filling out the FAFSA. Assistance will be available in Spanish.
FAFSA Completion Event at Heritage!!
What: Get help applying for Financial Aid
We provide financial aid ex-perts and computers to help you (and your parents) complete the FAFSA, usually in about an hour.
Who: All first-time college students and their Parents
When: Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Where: Heritage University
3240 Fort Road, Toppenish, WA. 98948
Rooms 2362 and 2364 in the Arts and Science Building
No appointment necessary.
Asistencia en Español será posible si se necesita.
High School Seniors, please bring your Social Security card. Adults, please bring a paycheck stub that is a good representation of your
income for the year 2011.
Log on to heritage.edu for more information
Scholarships:
Flex your heart & win $20,000
The Foot Locker Scholar Athletes program honors high school athletes for demonstrating academic excellence as well as flexing their hearts on their sports team and in their communities. So, we're celebrating YOU — not just because you scored the winning touchdown or goal — but because you've used sports to become a strong leader and volunteer in your community.
Twenty winners of this program will each receive $20,000 in scholarship funding for college.
Application is open from September 20, 2011 until January 9, 2012.
Apply or nominate someone now!
Freshman interested in science, technology, engineering or mathematics and entering University of Washington Fall 2012:
Application and all supporting documents are due by January 9, 2012
Open to US citizens who are residents of Washington state
National Multiple Sclerosis Society: Greater Northwest Chapter
$1000-$3000 for the 2012-13 school year are available to an applicant who:
Has MS or has a parent living with MS
Plans to attend an accredited post-secondary school for the first time
Lives in Washington, Montana or Alaska
Application is available online at: www.MSnorthwest.org
Click on: Programs & Services,
Then: For Family & Friends
If you have further questions contact Allison Stephens at (206) 284-4254 extension 40266 or Allison.Stephens@nmss.org
Application deadline is January 13, 2012
Number of Awards: One or more
Amount: Determined by committee (will distribute $3,000)
Eligibility:
1. Graduating senior from any high school in Washington State.
2. Must have been active in their community, specifically in drug and alcohol prevention or awareness.
3. Must be accepted into an accredited college, university or trade school.
4. Must show financial need and involvement in community, school and / or church.
Renewal: Not available.
Deadline: Feb. 15th, 2012
How to Apply:
1. Go to www.cfncw.org, access the Scholarship page and follow the links to the application form.
2. Complete the application once and save it with the name of the first scholarship.
3. Print the application.
4. Change the scholarship name (and maybe some of the Personal Statement to address each scholarship’s
focus); re‐save it using the new scholarship name; print.
5. Repeat for each scholarship for which you apply.
Alternatively, you can copy the attached application form or download another from the website.
National Welch's Fred Killian Memorial
Number of Awards: One
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility:
- Graduating senior of a Washington State high school.
- Parent or guardian must be a member of the National Grape Cooperative OR parent or guardian is an employee of Welch's.
- GPA of 2.5.
- Is active in community leadership.
- Is seeking further education in an accredited educational program in the United States
Renewal: Not available.
Deadline: Feb. 15th, 2012
How to Apply:
1. Go to www.cfncw.org, access the Scholarship page and follow the links to the application form.
2. Complete the application once and save it with the name of the first scholarship.
3. Print the application.
4. Change the scholarship name (and maybe some of the Personal Statement to address each scholarship’s
focus); re‐save it using the new scholarship name; print.
5. Repeat for each scholarship for which you apply.
Alternatively, you can copy the attached application form or download another from the website.
2012 Scholarship for Cancer Survivors
If you are a cancer survivor under 25 years of age visit this website for an application for the :
http://www.cancer.org/acs/groups/content/@greatwest/documents/document/acspc-031525.pdf
Application must be received no later then February 24, 2012
Deadline: February 24, 2012.
Applications at: https://www.solaritycu.org/
Student must have an account at the former Yakima Valley Credit Union or the Catholic Credit Union, or make a small deposit to open an account, plus two letters of recommendation, your transcript, an explanation of your financial need and personal statement, and an essay of 300 words or less on “Why budgeting is important no matter how much money you make.”
Offering several scholarships for high school seniors or college students planning to study viticulture and/or enology.
Applications at: http://www.washingtonwinefoundation.org
Deadline is June 1, 2012
The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. In order to do our part we are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in.
How to Apply
Please send us a short essay answering the following question:
Deadline:
June 22, 2012.
Who is eligible?:
All student athletes are eligible regardless of the sport they are engaged in. The student must be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute.
How to submit:
All essay submissions should be sent to:
athleticawards@bigsunathletics.com
CWU's CAMP Program
Central Washington University has received a grant to assist at-risk and low income students to go to college. The CAMP program, especially for migrant students is helping to assist students to make the transition to college, especially for the first member of a family to attend college. If you are at all interested in attending CWU, visit their website, http://www.cwu.edu/~camp/ to learn more about what they have to offer. Click on the Admission page to find the application and begin the process now!
Whether you're interested in Business, Nursing, Art Engineering, Criminal Justice, Technology or another field, EducationStart.org could help you pursue a college education.
Careers that Work Scholarships
These scholarships are available for many of the private career schools in Washington and Oregon. See the website at
http://www.nwcareercolleges.org/scholarships/careers-that-work/
for a list of participating schools. Applications must be made through Mrs. Copeland or your home high school counselor. Limit of 5 per high school.
Additional Resources