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Rotary Club of Birmingham Scholarship

Students in the Birmingham City Schools district may apply for the Rotary Club of Birmingham Scholarship. To be eligible, students must attend an accredited, two- or four-year non-profit college or university, either public or private. The award is for $2,000 per year and is renewable for a total period of four years upon satisfactory performance. Selection is based on academic performance, recommendation, extra-curricular activities, performance on SAT or ACT test (which will be considered, but no minimum score is required to apply) and other criteria the selection committee deems appropriate. 

Timeline 

Application Period: January 16, 2024 – February 20, 2024 

Interviews of Selected Applicants if held: April 2024 

Award Selection and Announcement: April 2024 

How to apply Applications can be found online

 

Air Force Association Scholarships

Many of our nation’s Airmen, Guardians, and their families are on missions to complete higher education degrees. For years, the Air & Space Forces Association has funded those efforts as part of its own mission to support and encourage the prosperity of our nation’s Air & Space Force community.

In 2022, AFA contributed more than $230,000 to Airmen, Guardians, their spouses, and their children through 12 unique scholarships. The scholarships help fund college tuition, flight school, dental school, Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings, and even full rides to certain universities.

Applications are accepted December 1 to April 30 each year. Selections will be announced in July.

University of the Aftermarket Foundation Scholarship

Eligibility:

A) Graduating high school senior

B) Planning to be full-time student in automotive, heavy duty, or collision repair

Awards: $10,000 (80 awards)

Deadline: March 31, 2024

Apply

Regions Bank Riding Forward Scholarship Contest

For the opportunity to win an $8,000 scholarship, submit a video or written essay about an individual you know personally (who lives in your community) who has inspired you and helped you build the confidence you need to achieve your goals.

The 2024 Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Contest consists of four (4) separate Quarterly Contests -- one for each calendar quarter of 2024. Regions is awarding four $8,000 scholarships through each Quarterly Contest. Visit regions for more details.

 

Jefferson/Shelby County Metro Alumni Association of Alabama State University

The Jefferson/Shelby County Metro Alumni Association annual scholarship program will be awarded to the high school senior(s) and/or current college student(s) who best meet the requirements set forth by the scholarship committee. Scholarship awards are limited to cover tuition, books, and fees; however, the amount of each scholarship award will be determined by the available funds and for students who demonstrate the greatest need for financial support.

The scholarship opportunity is open to Jefferson and Shelby County high school seniors who are graduating as well as students from these counties who are currently enrolled at Alabama State University. If a scholarship award is given, the award will be paid to Alabama State University and applied towards targeted assistance (i.e. tuition, books, and fees).

See application (linked above) for more details.

 

Army ROTC

Army ROTC opportunities are found at 920 colleges, and universities in all 50 states and four U.S. territories. The Army awards approximately $300 million in ROTC Scholarships each year. With more than 100 different jobs to choose from the Army offers opportunities that fit most degree plans.

 

GI Dependent Scholarship

This nationally renowned program was created by Act 633 and approved October 1947 by the Alabama Legislature. It is administered by the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs (ADVA) and is governed by the Code of Alabama 1975, Section 31-6-1. The veteran must meet the qualifications listed below to establish eligibility of his/her dependents. A dependent is defined as a child, stepchild, spouse or the un-remarried widow (er) of the veteran.

 

The University Network

The University Network (TUN) lists the 50 best scholarships for high school seniors. They also provide several other resources for students both in high school and college.

 

ACDEA Scholarship

The Jefferson County Conservation District is now accepting applications for scholarships. This program is sponsored by the Alabama Conservation District Employees Association (ASDEA). The program offers a $1,000 scholarship in any major or field of study via an easy application process. Email Jefferson for an application.

 

Heisman High School Scholarship

The Heisman High School Scholarship continues the legacy of the Wendy’s® High School Heisman® Scholarship, a program created in 1994 by Wendy’s founder Dave Thomas in partnership with The Heisman Trophy Trust. From its inception, the program has leveraged the reputation of the Heisman Memorial Trophy as a symbol of great ability combined with diligence, perseverance, and hard work.

Eligibility begins with maintaining a weighted GPA of 3.0 (B average) or better. Applicants also need to be proven leaders and role models within their school and community. And applicants must perform in at least one of the 47 school-sponsored sports recognized by the International Olympic Committee in the Summer and Winter Olympic Games or the National Federation of State High School Associations.

 

Humanity Rising Scholarship

They award Humanity Rising Service Scholarships and other rewards to students who are making a difference in the world through volunteerism or creating their own service project.
To apply, share your service story in writing or create and upload a 60-second video using the hashtag #whatcauseinspiresyou? This can just be you talking, or you can get creative and share pictures of your service.
Scholarships are awarded on an ongoing basis, and you may submit your service story at any time.  You will be notified if you are a finalist.

 

Working Student Scholarship

Applicants must be planning to attend college within one year of the award and must have worked at some point during their career as a student. The applicant is not required to have worked through the entirety of their career as a student. However, they must have been working for at least one year during which time they were a student and be currently employed. Applicants must be able to provide proof of employment upon request. This scholarship is only open to current college students and non-traditional students.

This is a semi-annual scholarship. Applicants must apply on or before December 15th of the current year. The application includes an essay (no more than 500 words). 

 

Young Arts Scholarship

Young Arts provides emerging artists (ages 15 - 18 or grades 10 -12) with life-changing experiences with renowned mentors, access to significant scholarships, national recognition, and other opportunities throughout their careers to help ensure that the nation's most outstanding young artists are encouraged to pursue careers in the arts. Support is offered in ten artistic disciplines: cinematic arts, dance, design, jazz, music, photography, theatre, visual arts, voice and writing.

Each year, the application opens in June and closes in October.