Scholarship and Financial Aid Information

Explanation of Eligibility for HOPE Scholarship

One of the best sources of scholarship and financial aid information is the Financial Aid and Scholarship Office at the college to which you are applying. Be sure to visit each college’s website and follow that individual school’s instructions regarding required forms and deadlines. 

Other helpful information on scholarships and financial aid can be found at  www.fastweb.com and www.collegeboard.com.  Scholarships vary by qualifications and deadlines.

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Discouraged? Don’t see your colleges of interest listed here? Most colleges DO have scholarships.  Be sure to visit the colleges’ websites, go to their scholarships and/or financial aid page, and determine eligibility requirements, deadlines and application procedures.  This is the most important thing that you can do in researching scholarships.  DON’T DELAY, as deadlines for scholarships are sometimes earlier than the admission application deadlines. 

Juniors and Seniors: The TN Department of Education is accepting applications for the United States Senate Youth Program for 2009-2010. Two selected Juniors or Seniors from Tennessee will participate in activities in Washington, D.C. during the week of March 6-13, 2010. In addition, $5,000 scholarship certificates will be presented to the delegates during their visit.  BHS must select one student to advance to the next level of competition. Interested students must  complete an application, write essays and take a current events test. Eligible students need to be currently serving in an elected or selected capacity in any one of the following student government, civic or educational organizations:

·         Student body president, vice president, secretary or treasurer

·         Class president, vice present, secretary or treasurer

·         Student council representative

·         Student representative elected or selected (selected by a panel, commission or board) to district, regional or state level civic or educational organizations.

See Ms. Lesesne if you have questions about your eligibility. If interested in being considered, applications are available online at http://tn.gov/education/ci/senate_youth/doc/sen_youth_app.pdf. Applications should be returned to Ms. Lesesne in the Guidance Office by Wednesday, September 23, 2009.  The current events test will be administered to applicants on September 30, 2009 in the high school guidance office.

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Davidson College Bryan Scholarship – honors scholar athletes who are strong leaders both in the classroom and in their sport. The scholarship is valued at $30,000 annually.  Visit www.davidson.edu/gotgame for more information.  Interested  students should see Ms. Lesesne or their counselor by September 9^th if interested in being nominated for this scholarship. Students must return a Senior Data Sheet and an Interest Form to Ms. Lesesne by this date as well.  BHS may nominate three students for this scholarship.

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill – Senior students interested in being considered for BHS’s nomination for the Morehead-Cain Foundation Scholarship  at UNC-CH should see their counselor or Ms. Lesesne immediately to pick up the Preliminary Application Form, then return the form no later than Wednesday, September 9 to Ms. Lesesne. Nominees must demonstrate ability to lead and to motivate fellow students, show high scholastic ability and extracurricular attainments, moral force of character, and physical vigor.  The selected student must complete all application materials by October 1. For more information about the Morehead-Cain Scholars Program, visit www.moreheadcain.org.

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Emory University – Emory Scholars Program – scholarships award four years of undergraduate study and range from 2/3 tuition to full tuition, room, board, and fees.  Brentwood High School may nominate up to four students.  Nominated students should have outstanding records of academic achievement, and possess extra-ordinary personal qualities, and have made significant contributions to their class, their school, and their community. Students interested in being considered for this nomination should notify their counselor or Ms. Lesesne by September 30, (return interest form and Senior Data Sheet).   BHS nominees will need to complete all application materials before November 1, 2009.

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Emory University’s  Goizueta Scholarship – a new scholarship opportunity for students with a strong interest in business. Nominees should possess superior academic credentials, leadership, community service, demonstrated interest in business, as evidenced by engagement in entrepreneurial activities, membership in business clubs, and/or involvement in business-related conferences, competitions, and similar offerings.  See your counselor or Ms. Lesesne if interested before September 30.

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Wendy’s High School Heisman – student-athletes from the class of 2010 who work hard, are dedicated, and have become role models for younger students are encouraged to enter the competition for the 2009 Wendy’s High School Heisman Award.  More information and applications are available at www.wendysheisman.com. Eligible students must have a “B” average and participate in at least one school-sponsored sport.  Deadline is October 1, 2009 at 5pm, Central Time.

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Tennessee Education Lottery Scholarship Program – For eligibility requirements and award details for several scholarship programs, visit www.CollegePaysTN.com.  For Lottery Scholarship Eligibility Requirement Sheet (at a glance) , go to http://www.tn.gov/CollegePays/mon_college/sch_app_pdfs/ScholarshipData2009.pdf

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Boston College – The Presidential Scholars Program is a four year full-tuition scholarship program for students of outstanding talent and character.  Candidates must apply for admission by the Early Action deadline of November 1, 2009. 

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The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards offers a $1,000 scholarship for a student in grades 9-12 who participated in a volunteer activity during the past 12 months.  Students who have taken part in community service activities over the past year are encouraged to fill out an online application form at http://spirit.prudential.com (access key: spirit).  Once the form has been completed online, it must be printed out, signed and submitted to Ms. Lesesne in the Guidance Office before October 28, 2009.  BHS must select one applicant to compete for state and national honors.

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The Tennessee Economic Council on Women – offers $1,000 scholarships based on academic achievement, leadership and community service.  Information and applications can be found at  http://www.womenseconomicfoundation.org/.  Deadline is September 14, 2009.

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AES Engineering Services - $500 scholarships are awarded based on character. Essay is required. Deadline is October 6, 2009. For more information and to apply, go to http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm.

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Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) – required by colleges for need-based aid, for applications for any Tennessee Education Lottery Scholarship, and for many other scholarship applications.   For application and more details, visit www.fafsa.ed.gov. 

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Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation offers scholarships ranging from $10,000-$20,000.  The scholarship program rewards leadership and excellence as exemplified through academic achievement and extra-curricular activities, including commitment to community service.  G.P.A. of 3.0 is required. Applications and more information can be found  at www.coca-colascholars.org.   Deadline is October 31, 2009.

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University of Tennessee at Knoxville – Go to www.utk.edu for scholarship application, deadlines and procedures for a variety of competitive and guaranteed scholarships.  To be considered a priority applicant for all University of Tennessee scholarships, including the Chancellor's 4-year scholarships, all entering freshman must submit both the Entering Freshman Scholarship Application and the UT Admissions Application with all supporting documentation, postmarked by no later than November 1 the senior year in high school. All applications received by no later than December 1 will be reviewed for all university scholarships (general, college & departmental), excluding the Chancellor's and the McClanahan Scholarships.

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University of Tennessee at Chattanooga – Seniors wanting to be considered for scholarships at UTC must submit their UTC admission application and all other required documents by the February 1, 2010 deadline.  For more information on scholarship opportunities, see www.utc.edu.

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Tennessee Tech University Scholarships – visit www.tntech.edu/scholarships for details on many  school and department scholarships.  December 15, 2009 is the deadline for applying for scholarships at TTU. 

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Haslam Scholarship at UT-Knoxville – Students interested in applying for this competitive scholarship must complete the Scholarship  Application and Admissions Application by November 1. Students must also schedule a personal interview with Steven Dandaneau prior to November 1, by calling or emailing:  honors@utk.edu, or 865-974-7875.  Haslam Scholars are guaranteed a UT scholarship valued at $15,000 per year. For more information, visit the Haslam Scholars web site – http://honors.utk.edu/haslam.html.

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Thomas Wolfe Scholarship at UNC-Chapel Hill – provides a full scholarship to a student writer. More information on procedures and specific requirements for application, visit  http://english.unc.edu/creative/tws  Deadline is November 2, 2009.

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QuestBridge – helps  high-achieving, low-income students  to access top-ranked colleges and universities.  Qualified students may earn up to $40,000 per year in tuition and $15,000 for room and board.  For more information, visit www.questbridge.org.  The National College Match application is due on September 30, 2009.

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University of Virginia – Jefferson Scholars Foundation seeks high school seniors who possess exceptional ability in leadership and scholarship and who show promise of making a significant contribution to the University community and to society at large.  This scholarship opportunity will cover the full cost of attending UVA.  Students interested in being considered for BHS’s one nominee for this scholarship should return a  Senior Data Sheet and Interest Form to Ms. Lesesne in the Guidance Office by September 23.  More information on this scholarship program can be found at www.jeffersonscholars.org.

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Indiana University Bloomington: Wells Scholars Program – awarded on basis of merit, provides full tuition, academic fees, and an annual living-expenses stipend for four years. Check for details, including deadlines, at www.admit.indiana.edu and www.iub.edu.  Students interested in being nominated should email Ms. Lesesne immediately (before 9/18)  as the deadline is VERY soon. 

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Boston University: Trustee Scholarships and others – offers several merit scholarships for students with strong academic and leadership ability. Visit www.bu.edu/admissions/scholarships  for specific information on application procedures, recommendation forms, essay materials, and deadlines.  Some of their scholarships require that students submit their BU application and additional materials by December 1, 2009.

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Elks National Foundation’s Most Valuable Student Scholarships – awards 500 scholarships nationally to seniors who demonstrate scholarship, leadership and financial need.  For more information and applications, go to www.elks.org/enf/scholars.  Note that scholarships must be returned to the local Elks Lodge (To find your local Lodge #72, go to www.elks.org/lodges). Applicants may also mail application to: 485 Oak Meadow Drive, Franklin, TN 37064)  Note that in addition to the national program, the local lodge gives six $2,000 scholarships to 3 male students and 3 female students.   Deadline is November 2, 2009.

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Burger King Scholars - $1,000 Scholarships offered to eligible seniors.  Applicants must have maintained a 2.5 G.P.A., work part-time for a minimum of 10 hours per week or 40 weeks per year, be actively involved in community service activities, demonstrate financial need, and plan to enroll in an accredited two/or four-year college, university, or vocational/technical school by Fall of the application year.  For more information and application procedures, visit http://e2ma.net/go/2382453344/2165293/81255320/21322/goto:http://files.e2ma.net/21322/assets/docs/bks_flyer.pdf. Deadline is February 2, 2009.

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Davidson College’s John Montgomery Belk Scholarship – Davidson College offers up to five Belk scholarships to students who have “demonstrated outstanding intellectual and personal achievement and significant leadership ability.”  BHS may nominate one student.  More information can be found at belkscholarship@davidson.edu. If you want to be considered for BHS’s nomination, return a Senior Data Sheet and interest form to Ms. Lesesne in the Guidance Office by October 21.  Davidson College Office of Admission may also nominate candidates based on the strength of the student’s application for admission.

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Scarlett Family Foundation Scholarship – offers scholarships to Middle Tennessee students who are pursuing a career in business or have demonstrated entrepreneurial interests or leadership.  Awards range in amount based on applicants’ need and merit.  Students may apply at www.applyists.net.  The access key is SFFS and the deadline is December 15, 2009.

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Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program – BHS may nominate one student to apply for this $1,000 scholarship.  Students wishing to be considered should return a scholarship interest form (available in the Guidance Office) and Senior Data Sheet to Ms. Lesesne in the Guidance Office before October 28, 2009.  Qualifications for the scholarship include  leadership abilities, a strong commitment to and involvement in community service, and a GPA of 2.8.

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Randolph College – students interested in being nominated for their Presidential Scholars Program should see their counselor or Ms. Lesesne in the Guidance Office.  For more information on the college and scholarship details visit www.randolphcollege.edu. Deadline for nominations is November 1, 2009.

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National Commission for Cooperative Education sponsors 170 $6,000 merit scholarships for students who plan to participate in college cooperative education at one of their Partner Colleges and Universities. (Drexel, Johnson and Wales, Kettering,  Pace, Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Wentworth Institute of Technology.)  Applications and additional information are available at www.co-op.edu. Deadline is  February 15, 2010. Students may learn more about the value and benefits of college cooperative education by coming to the guidance office to read from the 2009-2010 Edition of The Best of Co-op: A Guide to the Best Co-Op Colleges and Employers.  If interested, see Ms. Lesesne.

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Ball State University: Theatre and Dance Auditions – Fine arts scholarships of $4,000-$30,000 over four years are available on a talent basis in all areas of theatre, musical theatre, and dance.  Auditions held November 14, February 13, and February 27.  For information on audition guidelines, program details, deadlines and application procedures visit www.bsu.edu/theatre/auditions. 

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Elks National Foundation’s Most Valuable Student Scholarships – awards 500 scholarships nationally to seniors who demonstrate scholarship, leadership and financial need.  Applicants must be US citizens on the day that the application is signed. It is not necessary to be related to a member of the Elks.  For more information and applications, go to www.elks.org.   Note that scholarships must be returned to the local Elks Lodge (See website: http://elks72.org)  by  November 2, 2009. Last year four Williamson County students received Elks scholarships.

Elks Legacy Award scholarships are available for students who are  children or grandchildren of an active Elk member.  Applications are available at http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/legacy.cfm.