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WINTER SCHOLARSHIP BULLETIN – 2nd Edition

For Samantha Scholarship - For Samantha Inc. was formed to honor the life of Samantha Spano who lost her life to suicide in March of 2017. The Foundation’s most loving and meaningful intent is to grant scholarships on behalf and in memory of Samantha. A limited number of scholarships will be presented to graduating high school seniors who exemplify outstanding character, based on the information submitted in this application including character recommendations. Applications will be reviewed and winners will be chosen by the For Samantha Scholarship Team.  For more information, as well as application, visit their website: https://www.forsamantha.org/scholarship-information.               Deadline:  April 1, 2024.

The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, providing recipients with the opportunity to achieve their goals and graduate college debt-free. For more information, as well as application, visit their website: https://haganscholarships.org/ Deadline:  March 1, 2024.

Somerset County School Nurses Association High School Student Nursing Scholarship - The Somerset County School Nurses Association is a voluntary professional organization that provides continuing education for its members and promotes high standards of care to meet the needs of the students and staff in our county schools. School Nursing is a specialty within the nursing profession.  As a professional organization they want to promote school nursing and support those wishing to make their nursing career choice by offering a $1,000.00 scholarship to a qualifying high school senior.  Applicant must have been accepted and plan to attend a college or university which offers an undergraduate nursing program. Application and more information can be found in the Naviance scholarship section.    Deadline:  April 19, 2024.

The New Jersey Schoolwomen's Scholarship has been in existence for more than twenty-five years.  This year six scholarships, in the amount of $500 each, will be awarded to female graduates who intend to pursue a career in the field of education.

Scholarships to be Awarded:  The Jeannette Hodge, Mary Ann Giovannini, Patricia Barber and Johanna Capasso memorial scholarships, each in the amount of $500 and two educational awards, also in the amount of $500, will be awarded for academic achievement.  Involvement in extra-curricular and community service activities will also be considered. Application and more information can be found in the Naviance scholarship section.  Deadline:  April 8, 2024.

Tzu Chi Scholars 2024 is now accepting applications. All high school seniors are encouraged to apply.  All Tzu Chi Scholars are selected on the basis of financial need, academic achievement, and community involvement. This is a nationwide program and each scholar will be awarded a total of $1,500 dollars.  Application can be downloaded from the Tzu Chi website at https://tzuchi.us/scholarships.  Deadline:  March 16, 2024.

Marine Trades Association of NJ (MTA/NJ) is pleased to announce the following scholarships:     MTA/NJ Boating Industry Scholarship:  Two $1500 scholarships for students entering a recreational marine industry vocational, technical or college program.  Automotive Training Center Scholarship: this is a half scholarship ($10,950) for the Marine Service Technology Program at Automotive Training Center's Warminster, PA campus. The scholarship is open to any student interested in pursuing a career in the recreational boating industry and meets the criteria outlined.  Visit:  http://mtanj.org/scholarships for more information, as well as applications.  Deadline:  April 1, 2024.

Louis Bay 2nd Future Municipal Leaders Scholarship Competition Open to all high school juniors and seniors who are residents of New Jersey and plan to continue their education after high school.  Three winners will be awarded $1,000.  For more information, as well as application, visit the Naviance Scholarship section.  Deadline:  March 8, 2024.

NJELSA Annual Scholarship - The NJELSA Scholarship Award is a small way for our industry to say thanks to our very dedicated active-duty police and fire personnel and to help pay for an advanced education for deserving students.  The scholarship awards, in the amounts of $1,500 for the first prize and $1,000 for the second prize are available to qualified high school seniors. For more information and to download application, please visit www.njelsa.org/scholarships.  Deadline:  April 12, 2024.

Wayside Publishing - Visit the https://www.waysidepublishing.com/why-wayside/scholarships for monthly grants and scholarships provided by Wayside Publishing. Each month brings a new theme to support a unique purpose and fill an unaddressed need.  Awards can range from $50 to $500 per month.  They encourage you to apply for any and all that are relevant to you! 

Notables Singers - Notables Singers is offering a $1000.00 Student Scholarship for the year 2024. This scholarship will be given to one student who plans to study vocal music in college. The college may be one that grants a Bachelor’s degree or an Associate’s degree. These funds are meant to help defray college expenses and will be disseminated directly to the college/university indicated by the student.  For more information, as well as application, visit: https://www.notables-singers.com/scholarships.  Deadline:  May 5, 2024.

200 Club of Somerset County Annual Scholarship - The 200 Club of Somerset County holds its Annual Scholarship Luncheon in May at which time they recognize high school seniors whom themselves or have a parent living in and actively serving Somerset County in one of the following public safety branches:  Police and Law Enforcement, Fire Department, Volunteer Ambulance Corps/First Aid Squad, or State Police.  The scholarship program was established in 1988 to aid children of actively serving public safety personnel in their desire to attend college or vocational school or to acquire other post-high school education. Visit their website:  https://www.somersetcounty200club.com/scholarships for more information, as well as application.  Deadline:  March 8, 2024.

 

Dreamality, Inc. is awarding up to $5,000 in financial scholarships ranging from $500-$1000 to graduating seniors who plan to pursue a career in music. They plan to award up to 10 scholarships this season.  For more information, visit: https://dreamalityinc.org/Deadline: June 1, 2024.

Junior League of Morristown (JLM) - This year, the JLM will again recognize the outstanding community service of high school seniors by awarding up to four $2,500 college scholarships. The primary criterion for the scholarship is outstanding dedication to voluntarism and community service. Candidates should also show strong leadership skills, academic performance, and participation in extracurricular activities, and work or family responsibilities. Applicants must plan to attend an accredited college, university, or trade school. Financial need is not a factor for consideration for the High School Voluntarism Scholarship whereas the HS Post Secondary Grant does take financial need into account. Applicants must reside or currently attend school in Morris or Somerset Counties.  For more information, as well as application, visit their website: https://www.jlmnj.org/scholarships .  Deadline:  March 31, 2024.

Student-View Scholarship Program The Student-View Scholarship is a unique opportunity for high school seniors.  It is open to all students regardless of academic achievement or financial need.  Simply complete a 15-25-minute online survey about local colleges. You will then be automatically entered into a random drawing for a scholarship award. Visit their website to apply:  https://www.student-view.com/  Deadline:  April 23, 2024.