BRACE

BROWARD ADVISORS FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION

FEBRUARY 8TH

www.broward.k12.fl.us/studentsupport/guidance/brace/

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FINANCIAL AID........FROM START TO FINISH

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH, 2010 AT BROWARD COLLEGE

WHO:

ALL COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENTS

WHAT:

COMPLETE AND SUBMIT YOUR FINANCIAL AID FORMS IN ONE AFTERNOON

BRING YOUR 2009 TAX RETURNS AND/OR W-2 FORMS IF READY.

FINANCIAL AID PRESENTATIONS OFFERED IN ENGLISH, SPANISH, AND CREOLE.

SCHOLARSHIPS/FLORIDA BRIGHT FUTURES PRESENTATIONSALL FINANCIAL AID QUESTIONS WILL BE ANSWERED.

WHEN:

SATURDAY, FEB. 20TH - FROM 9AM - 2PM

WHERE:

BROWARD COLLEGE

A. HUGH ADAMS

CENTRAL CAMPUS, BUILDING 19

3501 SW DAVIE ROAD

FT. LAUDERDALE, FL. 33314

SENIORS: THE FLORIDA STUDENT FINANCIAL AID WEBSITE IS NOW OPEN PLEASE FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS BELOW TO COMPLETE THE FORM. ALL SENIORS SHOULD DO:

This on-line application takes approximately 5 to 10 minutes to complete.

Before starting the application process, know your Social Security number, and your weighted and unweighted Grade Point Average.
Graduation date is 06/01/2010

To apply, go to: http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/

Choose: State Grants, Scholarships & Applications

Under Applicant Quick Links, choose Student Application

After review, choose Proceed to Application

Complete Application Carefully!

MAKE CERTAIN TO USE CORRECT SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER!

If your social security number is incorrect or missing from your high school record, the Bright Futures application will not be processed! In addition, applicant’s Date of Birth, Social Security Number, Spelling of Name, and Gender must MATCH Transcript!

Please see the registrar in the Guidance Department as soon as possible to correct any errors in your student record.

Students must file a Florida Financial Aid Application during their last year in high school, before graduation or forfeit all future eligibility for a Bright Futures Scholarship!

Even those who plan to attend college out of state, enter the military, or have no immediate post-secondary plans should apply!

THIS APPLICATION COVERS:

ROBERT C BYRD SCHOLARSHIP

JOSE MARTI SCHOLARSHIP

WORK STUDY PROGRAMS

LOW INTEREST RATE LOANS

BRIGHT FUTURES

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To sign up for a college visit please come to the BRACE Office before or after school,during lunch or during class with a pass only! NO PASSES will be given out on the day of the visit.

COLLEGE VISITS

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$$$ Money $ Money $ Money $$$

Please let Mr. Cruz know when you have been awarded scholarship money. The following two websites can be very helpful when finding money for college or universities: www.fastweb.com $$$ www.cappex.com. You will also want to check with the schools you are applying to for additional money they may award.

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SCAM ALERT!! Remember, you should not pay to submit the FAFSA or for any other scholarship information.

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TO REGISTER FOR THE:

SAT GO TO WWW.COLLEGEBOARD.COM

ACT GO TO WWW.ACT.ORG

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Looking for helpful websites? Check these out!

COLLEGE SEARCH: www.makingitcount.com~ www.collegeboard.com ~ www.collegenet.com ~ www.petersons.com ~ www.nextSTEPmag.com/collegematch ~ www.campusdirt.com ~ www.collegeparents.org ~ www.offtocollege.com ~ SCHOLARSHIPS: www.scholarshipsforhispanics.org ~ www.wiredscholar.com ~ www.findcollegemoney.com ~ CAREER SEARCHES: www.facts.org ~ www.mapping-your-future.org/features/careership ~ www.florida.echoices.com ~ www.careervoyages.gov

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STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM OF FLORIDA WEBSITES

www.famu.edu - Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (Tallahassee)
www.fau.edu - Florida Atlantic University (Boca Raton)
www.fgcu.edu - Florida Gulf Coast University (Fort Myers)
www.fiu.edu - Florida International University (Miami)
www.fsu.edu - Florida State University (Tallahassee)
www.ucf.edu - University of Central Florida (Orlando)
www.ufl.edu - University of Florida (Gainesville)
www.unf.edu -University of North Florida (Jacksonville)
www.usf.edu - University of South Florida (Tampa)
www.ncf.edu - New College of Florida (Sarasota)
www.uwf.edu - University of West Florida (Pensacola)

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SCHOLARSHIP NEWS

Florida Association of Realtors Scholarship
High school seniors who reside in the state of Florida and plan on continuing their education at a college, university, technical school or some other institution of higher learning. Essay Contest. "How does a Realtor Professional Benefit the Community?" Student should review website for complete details, essay guidelines, and submission instructions. Application available on website: www.media.floridarealtors.org
$1,000 (13 available) $5,000 (3 available) February 08
KFC Colonel's Scholars Program
• Seniors with financial need and entrepreneurial spirit
• US citizen or Permanent Resident
• Minimum 2.75 GPA
• Plan to attend college or university to pursue a bachelor's degree.
Students need to apply online. Application will be available online after December 1, 2009. Student should review website for complete details and submission instructions: http://www.kfcscholars.org/scholarships.
Up to $5000 (may be renewal if conditions met) February 10
National Co-Op Scholarship Program
Seniors planning to attend one of the co-op partner universities. Complete required admissions material and be accepted at a participating college: Drexel University, Johnson & Wales University, Kettering University, Pace
University, Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Toledo Wentworth Institute of Technology
• Min. GPA 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
• Essay
Review website for complete details, application, and submission instructions: http://www.co-op.edu.
$6000 February 15
Dr. Seuss’s Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
HS Senior - Original literary composition must be submitted in personal essay/memoir format. All submissions must be typed, double-spaced, and no longer than one page (500 words) with a minimum font size of 12 points. Student should review website and application for complete details, essay guidelines, and submission instructions: http://origin-www.seussville.com/ohtheplaces/
$5000 February 15
Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA) Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship
• US citizen or permanent residence
• Plan to enter an accredited four-year college/university within 12 months of the scholarship deadline.
• Currently enrolled in high school in the US
• Autobiography in essay format
• Birth certificate or passport, or permanent residency documentation
• 1,200 to 1,500 word essay that answers the following questions: How has Alzheimer’s disease changed or impacted your life? What have you learned about yourself, your family and/or your community in the face of coping with Alzheimer’s disease?
• HS transcript
Student should review website and application for complete details and submission instructions: http://www.afateens.org/about_new.html
$5000
$500
$250 February 15
2010 Broward County Chief’s of Police Association Scholarship
HS senior who plans to attend a college or university and major in criminal justice and must be a relative of a Law Enforcement Officer (active, vested, or retired) from within Broward County. Intend to complete college. Essay (250 words or
less). The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of scholarship attainment, economic need, GPA, and community involvement. Student should review website and application for complete rules, details and submission instructions: www.browardchiefs.org
$1500 February 15
FAEDS-William J. English Memorial Scholarship
• Senior.
• Florida Resident.
• Planning to attend a Florida public or private college.
• Major in computer science and/or information technology related field.
• Minimum 2.5 GPA.
• Transcripts.
• Essay.
• Recommendation letters (3).
Description of degree program selected. Resume. Review website and application for complete information at: http://www.faeds.org/schol_WilliamEnglish.cfm
Computer $3,000 February 15
DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) Scholarship
The NSDAR awards multiple scholarships to students showing dedication to the pursuit of an undergraduate degree in diverse disciplines including history, law, nursing, and education. Eligibility and deadline varies depending on the particular scholarship. See Mr. Cruz for information regarding local Broward DAR chapter for the endorsement process. See http://www.himmarsheedar.org/ (for application). Details at: http://www.dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm#general
From $500 to $2000 February and April deadlines depending scholarship
National Council of Jewish Women Scholarship
Jewish women in grades 11 or 12
Resident of Broward County
Essay (double-spaced, size 12 font, maximum 2 pages) indicating why they believe they have the potential to become a Jewish leader of tomorrow.
NCJW is also seeking applicants who have overcome significant obstacles in their lives. Transcripts Taken into consideration:
Community Service, Social Activism, Leadership, Obstacles Overcome, GPA.
See Mr. Cruz for application.
Review application for complete details. No website
$1000 February 15
RMHC National Scholarship Program
• Seniors.
• US Resident.
• Eligible to attend a two or four year college with a full course of study. Live in a participating local RMHC Chapter’s geographic area.
• Personal statement.
• Demonstrated academic achievement,
• Financial need and community involvement.
• Min. GPA of 2.7.
Review website and application for complete details, personal statement guidelines and submission directions: www.rmhc.org. Application is available online.
Varies (minimum $1000) February 16
RMHC/African American Future Achievers
• Seniors.
• US Resident.
• Eligible to attend a two or four year college with a full course of study. Live in a participating local RMHC Chapter’s geographic area.
• Personal statement.
• Demonstrated academic achievement,
• Financial need and community involvement.
• Applicant must have at least one parent of African
• American or Black Caribbean heritage.
• Min. GPA of 2.7.
Review website and application for complete details, personal statement guidelines and submission directions: www.rmhc.org. Application is available online.
Varies (minimum $1000) February 16
RMHC/HACER Scholarship Program
• Seniors.
• US Resident.
• Eligible to attend a two or four year college with a full course of study. Live in a participating local RMHC Chapter’s geographic area.
• Personal statement.
• Demonstrated academic achievement, financial need and community involvement.
• Applicant must have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage.
• Min. GPA of 2.7.
Review website and application for complete details, personal statement guidelines and submission directions: www.rmhc.org.
Application is available online.
Varies (minimum $1000) February 16
Mahatma Rice, et.al. Scholarship
• HS Senior
• Essay: “What will my college degree say about me?”
• Must reside in Broward (among other areas)
Student should review website for complete details, FAQ's, and submission instructions: http://scholarship.mahatmarice.com
$2000 February 16
The Broward League of Cities
Graduating senior in public and/or charter high school and a permanent resident of Broward County; pursuing a major in Public Administration, Political Science, or governmental related fields at any of the accredited two– or four-year colleges or
Universities in Florida; and a minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0scale).
• Transcript.
• Essay.
• Personal statement.
• Recommendation letters.
• Financial need and academic merit taken into consideration.
See Mr. Cruz for application. Review application for complete details, essay guidelines, and submission instructions.
$1000 (4 available) February 16
The Broad Prize for Urban Education
• Graduate from high school in Broward District (among others) in 2010.
• Min GPA of 2.75 in senior year.
• Enroll full time at an accredited college, university, community college, or voc/tech program in the fall of 2010.
• Show academic improvement from the ninth grade to the 11th grade as measured by an improved grade point
• average (GPA) and/or class rank.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident in possession of a valid Alien Registration Receipt Card.
See website for complete details and apply online: www.broadprize.org
Up to $20000 (over 4 years) March 01
American Legion Department of Florida General Scholarship
Must be a direct descendant, i.e. child, grandchild, great-grandchild or a legally adopted child, of a veteran who is a member in good standing of The American Legion; or a deceased U.S. veteran who would have been eligible for membership in The American Legion. The student must also be in their senior year in an accredited Florida high school. Statements on application. Student should review the website and application for complete details and submission instructions: https: //floridalegion.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=133: scholarships&catid=47:programs&Itemid=2
$2500
$1500
$1000
$500 March 01
American Legion Department of Florida Patriotism Through Art Scholarship
HS seniors. Application/Release must be turned in with entry. Certification of Original Effort must be turned in with entry. Students will create something "from the heart" that will fulfill the definition of 'patriotism'. Student should review the website and application for complete details and submission instructions: https://floridalegion.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=133: scholarships&catid=47:programs&Itemid=2
$500
$250 (to both the student and the Art Dept.) March 01
The Financial Planning Association of Broward County 2010 College Scholarship
Graduating seniors attending a public or private high school located within Broward County, Florida who is pursuing a course of study in the School of Business at an accredited 2-year or 4-year college.
• Report card (or transcript).
• SAT or ACT scores.
• Letters of recommendation from two current teachers.
• Essay.
Students should review the application for complete details, essay guidelines, and submission instructions. Website is being updated: southfloridafpa.org/. See Mr. Cruz for application until available on website.
$1500 (2 available) March 01
American Council of the Blind 2010 Scholarship Program
• Senior.
• Autobiographical sketch.
• Certification of legal blindness from an ophthalmologist, optometrist or physician.
• Certified transcripts. Unless extenuating circumstances exist, a 3.3 cumulative grade point average is required.
• Two letters of recommendation.
• Proof of acceptance from a post-secondary school.
Student should review website for details, online application, and submission instructions: http://www.acb.org.
March 14
Carl H Grisham and Laura Estella Grisham Scholarship
• Broward HS seniors graduating 2010.
• At least a 4.5 cumulative GPA for grades 9, 10, 11, and first semester of 12th.
• Photograph.
• Resume.
• Official transcript that is in a sealed separate school envelope.
• Official test scores.
Student should review attached Application Requirement Sheet and Application for complete details and submission instructions. No website, or contact phone number. See Mr. Cruz for materials.
$2000 March 15
Visual Aid Volunteers of Florida Scholarship
Seniors who are legally blind residents of the State of Florida and are continuing their education.
• Letters of recommendation.
• List of extracurricular activities/community service.
• Statement of career goals.
• Essay (statement of how scholarship will make a difference).
• See Mr. Cruz for application.
Student should review application for complete details and submission instructions. No website.
March 30
The Dennis Patrick Foundation
2010 high school graduate, 'B' average, have participated in their high school athletic sport program for the last two years, transcript, letters of reference, cannot have accepted a full scholarship, photo, response to a series of questions on application. Students should review website for complete details and submission instructions: www.thedennispatrickfoundation.org.
$500 April 02
American Cancer Society's R.O.C.K. College Scholarship
• Diagnosis of cancer before age 21.
• FL. resident.
• Under 21 at the time of application.
• Seniors. Plan to attend a college or university in FL.
• Letters of rec. (3) (inc. one from a teacher and one from a physician).
• Financial aid form.
• Student’s and parents' latest 1040 IRS form.
• Statement/essay.
• Transcript.
• SAT and/or ACT scores.
Awards will be based on financial need, scholarship, leadership and community service. Student should review website for complete details and app: http://www.cancer. org/docroot/COM/content/div_FL/COM_5_1x_College_Scholarship_Program.asp?
sitearea=COM
$3000 (renewable if conditions met) Possible additional $300 for textbooks.
April 10
Laymon A. Hicks Scholarship Fund
• Senior.
• Min. 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• First generation student entering an accredited 2 or 4 year postsecondary institution as a full-time student.
• Dedication to community service.
• Leadership potential.
• Resident of the US. Must be attending a college or university within the US. Must be pursuing his or her
• undergraduate degree.
• 500 word personal statement.
• 500 word essay from the additional topics list.
• 2 letters of recommendation. One letter must be from a supervisor or mentor of a project/program where student has worked or volunteered.
• Transcript.
Review website and application for complete details and submission instructions: http://www.laymonhicksscholarshipfund.org
$750 May 07
Abbott & Fenner Business Scholarship
• Juniors & Seniors.
• Planning to attend any accredited post secondary institution.
• Students submit an essay on the topic: "What do you see as the long term impact of our current recession on the average family? How might it affect their future decisions"?
Student should review website for complete details and submission instructions: http://www.abbottandfenner. com/scholarships.htm
$1,000 June 19
BigSun Scholarship
Student athletes (regardless of which sport).
A short essay describing how has your participation in sports affected the person you are becoming. High school senior or be attending a post secondary institute.
All essay submissions should be sent to: athleticawards@bigsunathletics.com. Student should review website for complete details: http://www.bigsunathletics.com
$500 June 24
Allen J Finkelson Academic Scholarship - US Harness Writers Association
• Criteria include scholarship,
• community service,
• leadership
• Financial need.
• Min GPA 2.8.
• Preference for students majoring in Journalism, Communications or Equine-related studies.
• Transcripts.
• Letters of recommendation.
• Essay.
See Mr. Cruz for application. Students should review application for complete details, and essay guidelines: No web site listed. Journalism,
Min. $1000 July 01
Southern Scholarship Foundation, Inc.
Rent Free Housing for students admitted to FSU, UF, FAMU, or FGCU. Demonstrate excellent academic merit and moral character in high school.
• Financial Need.
• Min. 3.0 GPA.
• Essay.
• Community involvement.
• Letters of recommendation.
• Financial Need.
Student should review website and application for complete details, materials needed, and submission instructions: www.
southernscholarship.org
Rent Free Housing
(Approx. $20000 over four years) Year-round (evaluation of applications begins March 1)

The descriptions of the scholarships on this page are brief. You should always read the actual scholarship application in order to understand specific eligibility requirements.

See your BRACE advisor for application materials. Your BRACE advisor deadline may be earlier. This is not a complete listing of all scholarship opportunities.
Check other sources, such as the Internet, employers, and the college or technical school you plan to attend!

The BRACE Office, located in room 211, has information on 4 year and 2 year colleges and universities, vocational-technical schools, military programs and apprenticeship programs. You will also be able to find resources for financial aid and scholarships as well as test prep materials.

Feel free to contact me by phone at 754-323-0699 or by email at eric.cruz@browardschools.com