A $1,000 scholarship is being given away every month for college-bound students.  Students must be at least 16 years old to apply.  The scholarship is open to students who are college-bound.

The deadline for all local scholarships is APRIL 2nd unless otherwise noted on individual scholarships.

This scholarship form is to be used for all local scholarships unless otherwise specified.  You may type directly on this form, print it, and make as many  copies as needed.   HOWEVER, please do not use the same essay for each scholarship.  Please customize your essay to incorporate the specific purposes and goals, as well as, including your affiliation with each organization to which you are submitting a scholarship application.

1.  College/University Financial Aid Officer - This person controls about nintey percent (90%) of all student financial aid available.  Please contact the Financial Aid Office of the college/university or vocational/technical institute you wish to attend EARLY.

2.  Institutional Scholarships - Various departments at a college (Art, English, History, Math, etc.) may offer scholarships to students enrolled in specific majors.  Contact your major department at your choice of college.

3.  Special Programs/Grants - Various colleges have special programs or awards for specific groups of students.

4.  Community Organizations - Many offer scholarships, grants, awards, loans, etc. Check with your local organizations.

5.  Business firms/Ex-military - Various businesses, especially large companies, have scholarships, grants, or awards for dependents of their employees.  Military or ex-military organizations are also in this category.

Information taken from the Compendium of Texas Colleges and Financial Aid Calendar.  Additional scholarships and scholarship information can be found at www.everychanceeverytexan.org/about/scholars/.