2020 HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

Sky Everson will matriculate at Winston Salem State University majoring in Finance and minoring in either accounting or Spanish. In the next 4 years, she hopes to have the chance to study abroad or do some traveling on her own, so that she may further her education and knowledge.

Lauren Mitchell is a graduate of Rocky River High. She will be attending Winston-Salem State University, where she plans to major in Biology. During high school, she was active in Student Government, Theater, Yearbook Club and the Dance Team. She also started a Girls Club for young women to encourage and uplift one another. She was part of the leadership team for Teen Health Connection,  a community organization that promotes drug free behavior in teens. This group worked to bring events to youth. It had a significant impact on the woman she is today.

Kendall Terry is a 2020 graduate of Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology with an emphasis in Health Sciences. While at Phillip O. Berry, she was the Women’s Varsity Basketball Captain for two years, the President of The National Technical Honor Society, and an active member of The National Honor Society. This fall, Kendall  plans to attend The University of North Carolina at Greensboro as a member of the Lloyd International Honors College majoring in Psychology on The Pre-Medicine Track. She aspires to become either an orthopedic surgeon or a psychiatrist.

OTHER SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Rose Ratka Memorial Scholarship Program is open to high school seniors who plan to further their education by attending a trade school, apprenticeship program, community college, state or private university. Applicants can either be current members of Alliance Credit Union or they can join at the time they apply for a scholarship. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.5 or above. The scholarship may be used to cover tuition, books and school supplies. Scholarship recipients are chosen based on academic performance, volunteerism, a written essay, and their leadership activities in school or the community. Learn more »

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and MillerCoors are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending one of the 47 publicly-supported Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) within the TMCF member-school network. The TMCF/ MillerCoors Scholarship is open to students with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Selected scholars will receive a one-year scholarship for the academic school year, which can be used to cover the costs of tuition and fees, on-campus room and board and required textbooks purchased from member schools. Learn more »

National Association of Black Journalists Scholarships are offered to students interested in a career in journalism. The scholarship is for high school students and undergraduate college students who are planning to enroll or currently enrolled in college full-time and majoring in journalism. Applicants must major in journalism, communications, or other disciplines related to a journalism career. Up to eight students are awarded scholarships each year. Students must be members of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ). Learn more »

Thurgood Marshall Fund/ Ford Oval Scholarships are specifically offered to African American male students who are graduating high school seniors. Applicants must plan to attend one of the 47 publicly-supported Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) found within the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) member-school network. All students who apply must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and also demonstrate financial need. Scholarships may be used for tuition and fees, on-campus room and board and textbooks required for courses. Learn more »

Thurgood Marshall Fund/ Lowe's Gap Scholarship is open to undergraduate students who are attending a Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) member school and who are in their final semester of their degree program. It is for students with strong academic records and demonstrated financial need. Candidates must have a GPA of 3.0 or above. They must be full-time students attending one of the 47 TMCF member schools, and also have a demonstrated record of community involvement and leadership activities. Graduating seniors may apply. Learn more »

PUSH Excel Scholarship Program awards a number of scholarships each year to deserving students who plan to attend college but do not have the resources to pay for tuition. Each scholarship is open to students who meet the requirements. Jesse L. Jackson Sr. Fellows Scholarships are awarded to high school students with a grade point average of 3.0 or above. Applications will be judged on academic performance and a 500 word essay describing obstacles they have overcome in order to pursue their education goals. The Cirilo McSween Scholarship is awarded to students who are majoring in business. They must be currently enrolled in college and have a grade point average of 3.0 or above. Learn more »

100 Black Men of America Future Leader Scholarship Program is open to high school seniors as well as college freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors. The scholarship is based on academic achievement and community service. To qualify, students must have a grade point average of 2.5 or above. It is also necessary for applicants to have completed 50 hours of community service without compensation within the past 12 months and be able to document their volunteer work. To apply, students will be asked to complete a 600-word essay on one of four topics. Learn more »

Chicana / Latina Foundation Scholarship Program is open to Hispanic women entering or attending an accredited college, university, or community college in one of the 13 or more eligible Northern California counties. Undergraduate and graduate students may apply. Applicants must have lived in the county for at least two years. All students must be full time. Undergraduate students must have a GPA of 2.5 or above, and graduate students need a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Undergraduate students must also have completed 12 hours of coursework before applying. Learn more »

Alphonso Deal Scholarship Award is open to both male and female students who want to pursue careers in the field of law enforcement or other related areas. Candidates must be high school seniors accepted into a college or university. The scholarship is offered through The National Black Police Association, a non-profit organization established in 1972 whose mission is to increase the awareness of the community, to be the conscience of the Criminal Justice System, and to enhance the quality of life in the African-American community. The scholarship gives qualified students the opportunity for a higher education. Learn more »

Clearasil Teacher Truths Scholarship Contest is offered to students who are 13 years old or older. Students enter the competition by submitting a "Teacher Truth," something a student's teacher experiences in class with students year after year. The premise of the contest is to identify how teachers, who understand the challenges of students, can help students put difficult things into perspective, such as acne and homework. To enter, students must get their teacher to write a Teacher Truth on a board following the format: "Teen acne ends. You know what doesn't? _______" The applicant then takes a picture of the teacher next to the board and sends it in as an entry. Learn more »

PFLAG National Scholarship Program is open to graduating seniors entering higher education for the first time. Candidates must identify as being gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, or other within the LGBTQ community. Those who are strong allies of the LGBTQ community may also apply. Candidates must demonstrate an interest in service to the LGBTQ community. Students are eligible to receive scholarships from both the national scholarship program and from their local chapter. Learn more »

HBO Writing and Directing Fellowships are open to writers and directors 21 and older. The fellowships include master classes at HBO's Santa Monica campus, followed by an 8-month development program. Candidates must be able to work in the U.S. Candidates for writing fellowships may apply online by sending a resume, a writing sample, a completed release form and a personal essay in 500 words or less explaining what has influenced their storytelling. Following master classes at HBO's Santa Monica campus, recipients will spend 8 months in writing and script development, guided by an HBO development executive. Learn more »

The NBNA Scholarship Program offers 14 scholarships each year to students pursuing a career in nursing who are members of the National Black Nurses Association, Inc. The scholarships are based on merit and financial need. Eligible students must be enrolled full-time at a two-year or four-year college or university pursuing a Bachelors, Associate, or L.P.N. degree with at least one year of school remaining. Applicants need to be active in student nursing activities as well as African-American activities in the community. Scholastic achievement is important. Learn more »

E4FC'S New American Scholars Program is open to low-income undocumented college and graduate students who live or attend school in the San Francisco Bay Area. Applicants must be foreign-born and demonstrate financial need. Applicants cannot have a visa, permanent residency (green card) or citizenship in the U.S. They must intend to enroll in an accredited college or graduate program. They must also have a GPA of 3.3 for high school students and 3.0 for current college or graduate students. Candidates should also have demonstrated involvement in extracurricular activities or community work. Learn more »

The Bezos Scholars Program is open to high school juniors who demonstrate leadership in school and in their community. Applicants must be attending public high school and have taken the PSAT/SAT/ACT or ACT Aspire tests. This scholarship recognizes students who bring energy and excellence to their community and want to create positive changes. The scholars program begins with an all-expenses paid scholarship to attend the Aspen Ideas Festival (AIF), located in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. The festival gives students an opportunity to meet notable speakers, participate in roundtable discussions, and meet writers, artists, and entrepreneurs from around the world. Learn more »

Kevin Spacey Foundation Scholarships are open to undergraduate students pursuing careers in film and the performing arts. It is for students who have financial need in order to attend college. Eligible students must attend either Regent's University in London or Pace University in New York. At Regent's University in London, Regent’s School of Drama, Film & Media is one of the most respected institutions located in the heart of London. Students may pursue the Acting & Global Theatre KSF Scholarship, or the Screenwriting & Producing KSF Scholarship. Auditions for the Acting & Global Theatre KSF Scholarship are held in the spring or early summer. Applicants for the Screenwriting & Producing KSF Scholarship must prepare and discuss their script at a date to be determined. Learn more »

The Jeannette Rankin Women's Scholarship Fund awards scholarships every year to low-income women who are 35 years of age or older. Named after Jeannette Rankin, the first woman elected to Congress, the fund has awarded over $1.8 million in scholarships to over 700 women since 1978. Aiming to assist women who have a vision of how their education will benefit themselves, their families and their communities, the fund requires applicants to be in an undergraduate or vocational training program. In addition, applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States, and must meet the maximum net household income guidelines. Learn more »

The Will.i.am Scholarship Foundation is open to high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year college and pursue degrees in the STEM and arts fields. The scholarship covers all college expenses, including tuition, books, fees, and room and board for four years. The scholarship is offered through the I.Am.Angel Foundation, established in 2009 by Grammy-winning Black Eyed Peas star Will.i.am (William J. Adams) to support education. Four scholarships are awarded every year. Learn more »

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