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Click here for the ADHE Website

 

Click on the above link to find out more about the Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship and many more financial aid resources.

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Scholarship Search Tools

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Financial Aid Resources

These are some links to digital versions of the magazines I keep in my outer office:  

https://www.arkansasnext.com/about/magazine

https://edfinancial.cld.bz/HTPFC-Booklet-English (this is the “How to Pay for College” booklet most seniors have already, but I know those can go missing)

 

Seniors, please continue to turn in any scholarship applications that you need transcripts attached to them or that you need mailed or that have no address and may say to turn in to the Counselor. 

 

https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/estimate-This is a great tool for understanding Federal Financial Aid and how to obtain money from the federal government for higher education expenses. It will also calculate an estimate on how much you can expect to receive after you fill out certain criteria.

 

http://studentaid.ed.gov/sites/default/files/financial-aid-myths.pdf - Some myths about Financial Aid.

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www.asla.info

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https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

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www.fundmyfuture.info

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Private and Organizational Scholarships

The Dates to the Left are the Deadlines for scholarships:​

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  • October 1 - FAFSA -Free Application for Federal Student Aid opens - www.fafsa.ed.gov - need FSA ID number first https://fsaid.ed.gov - Need tax papers to fill out

  • October 1 - Arkansas State Lottery Funded Scholarships - www.adhe.edu - YOUniversal application - Deadline is June 1st

  • October 2 - Wendy's High School Heisman - www.wendysheisman.com/ - participation in athletics required

  • October 3 - U.S. Senate Youth Program - www.ussenateyouth.org/ - must be serving in an officer role

  • October 25 - Horatio Alger - scholars.horatioalger.org - This program provide financial assistance to students throughout the nation who have financial need and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity.

  • October 31 - Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Scholarship  www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org

  • March 30 - Odenza Marketing Group Summer Scholarshhip - odenzascholarships.com - GPA of 2.5 or higher.

  • March 31 - Arkansas Academy of Hair Design Scholarship  - www.arkhairacademy.com

  • March 31-Shelter Insurance Foundation Scholarship-must pursue a degree program at a University/college/tech school. Paper copies of the application will be in Mr. Tarver's outer office. Guaranteed one winner from Concord to receive $2000.

  • April 1 - Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation - www.ualr.edu/lsamp/

  • April 1 - University Science Scholars Program - For students interested in majoring in biology, chemistry, and earth sciences - ualr.edu/cos/ussp/

  • June 1 - Arkansas AGC Undergraduate Scholarship - must be seeking a career in a construction related field (engineering, architecture, etc.)  https://www.agc.org/learn/education-and-research-foundation/scholarship-program

  • June 1 - Arkansas Chapter of Associated General Contractors' Education Foundation - Interested in construction or related fields - See Mr. Tarver for application. 

  • June 1 - Aspiring Business Professional Scholarship - Must be pursuing a business degree - Apply:http://www.onlinembareport.com/ 

  • June 20 - Arkansas Game & Fish Conservation Scholarship - www.agfc.com - under the Education tab

  • June 15 - Global Lift Equipment Scholarship - Must submit a short story and have a GPA of 2.5 or greater - Apply: www.usedforkliftsalberta.ca 

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Buick Achievers Scholarship Program-Deadline is February 29, 2020-High School Seniors that are planning to major in engineering, technology or design, with an interest in the automotive industry may apply by going to www.buickachievers.com

 

 

The American Legion Coudret Trust and Garner Trust Scholarships-Deadline is March 14, 2020 -http://www.arlegion.org/programs/scholarships/coudret_garner_trust.html

 

 

Cleburne Co. Extension Homemakers Council Scholarship-Deadline is March 15, 2020-Must major in agriculture, home economics, medical, or teaching. Applications and information can be obtained from Mrs. Sartain, Mr. Hartwick, or Mr. Tarver. Applications will always be in Mr. Tarver's outer office.

 

Heber Springs Folklore Society Music Scholarship-Deadline to turn materials into Mr. Tarver is March 31, 2020-Must have a minimum GPA of 2.80, must live in Cleburne Co. or the surrounding Counties, and must enter or attend college. The two awards are for $1000. Paper applications are available in Mr. Tarver's outer office.

 

OPTIMIST CLUB ORATORICAL CONTEST-It is time for students to participate in the annual Optimist Oratorical Contest. The contest is open to area boys and girls who will be under 18 on October 1, 2018. Completed entry forms, found in Mr. Tarver's outer office, must be received no later than March 21, 2020. The local first-place winners will also be advanced to the Zone contest. Zone winners will be advance to the District contest to be held Saturday April 23rd at the Central Baptist College in Conway where they will compete for a $2500 Scholarship. District winners will advance to the Regional Contest where they will compete for a $5000 scholarship.Regional winners will advance to the Internatioal Contest where they will compete for a $10,000 Scholarship.

 

First Electric Trust Scholarship Program-Deadline is due before or on April 1, 2020. Five $2000 scholarships to be awarded to seniors whose parents or guardians are members of First Electric Cooperative. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher on the 4.0 scale through the first semester of their senior year. Paper copies are available in Mr. Tarver's outer office, or students/parents may go to http://www.firstelectric.coop/pdfs/2016%20Scholarship%20Application(1).pdf to print the application.

 

Baptist Health Medical Center Auxiliary Scholarship-Awarded to seniors in our area that will pursue a course of study in nursing or health related profession. Financial need will be considered. Deadline is April 1, 2020. Paper applications are available in Mr. Tarver's outer office.

 

R. Preston Woodruff, Jr. Scholarship- The Arkansas Student Loan Authority awards a minimum of twenty $1,000 scholarships each year to seniors and current college students in Arkansas. Deadline is April 1, 2020. Each year, one of the scholarships drawn will be renewable for up to four years. Seniors, please enter the scholarship drawing by clicking this link http://www.fundmyfuture.info/ScholarshipSearch/WoodruffScholarship

 

Cleburne Co. Rotary Club Scholarship-Deadline is April 17, 2020-Awarded to 8 students in Cleburne Co. in the amount of $1250.00. Paper applications are available in Mr. Tarver's outer office. Students should answer all questions, even if it's answered by N/A.

 

Society of American Military Engineers-Deadline is the application must be received no later than April 7, 2020. Must major in Architecture or construction-related engineering programs (e.g. civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, geotechnical, environmental, etc.). Paper copies of the application are available in Mr. Tarver's outer office.

 

Ernest Whitelaw-Don Kinney American Indian Scholarship-In order to be eligible for this scholarship program, applicants must be of documentable Native American descent from a federally recognized tribe. The documentation required is a CDIB (Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood) card or tribal enrollment documentation from a federally recognized tribe. A copy must be furnished with the application. Students/Parents may call 1-800-441-4513 for further details. Deadline is April 15, 2020. Paper copies are in Mr. Tarver's outer office.

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Felts B. Rector Scholarship-Applicants need only to apply and meet 3 eligibility requirements: 1. Be a graduating senior from a Cleburne County High School, 2. Have a GPA of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale, and 3. Plan to attend a four year Arkansas college. Deadline is April 14, 2020. Paper applications are in Mr. Tarver's outer office.

 

Batesville Optimist Club Scholarship-Each year Batesville Optimist club awards two $250 scholarships to area High School Seniors. Applications can be found in Mr. Tarver's outer office. Along with the application each student must also return a copy of their current transcript and an essay telling them more about themselves. The primary criteria they use in awarding the scholarships is the Optimist Creed. They try and assess the involvement of the students in their school, church and community. Deadline is April 19, 2020.

 

Safe Arkansas Scholarship and Video Contest-Deadline is April 24, 2020.

http://www.levarlaw.com/call-entries-2016-safe-arkansas-scholarship-video-contest.html

 

Kristen Martin Memorial Scholarship-Criteria: 1. Be a senior at Concord High School. 2. Need financial assistance for the pursuit of his/her continued education. 3. Exemplify good character, citizenship, and have adequate achievement in high school. Applications can be found in Mr. Tarver's outer office. Deadline is Monday, May 2, 2020.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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FAFSA Information
 
How to chat with FAFSA:

Go to the link below...

 

https://studentaidhelp.ed.gov/app/chat/chat_launch/chat_data/cV9pZD0xJnN0YXRlPTYm/request_source/7

 

Once there, fill out required information and then hit the "chat" button.

 

 
Just as a reminder, Seniors should begin working on their FAFSA applications starting Oct 1. Students/Parents can go to https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa to fill out this application and it will require entering tax information. If a students wishes to receive any type of federal/state aid (whether scholarships, grants or loans), students/parents will have to fill out the FAFSA.

FAFSA FAQ of the Month: Question: What will I need to fill out the FAFSA? Answer: To complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), you will need:

  • Your Social Security Number

  • Your Alien Registration Number (if you are not a U.S. citizen)

  • Your most recent federal income tax returns, W-2s, and other records of money earned. (Note: You may be able to transfer your federal tax return information into your FAFSA using the IRS Data Retrieval Tool.)

  • Bank statements and records of investments (if applicable)

  • Records of untaxed income (if applicable)

  • An FSA ID to sign electronically.

If you are a dependent student, then you will also need most of the above information for your parent(s).

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