Introduction to scholarships
The information contained in this web site regarding scholarships is to be used as a resource when seeking scholarship awards. It is important to check the scholarship board and web site frequently. As the year progresses the amount of scholarships available increases. Applications for the scholarships listed are available in the Guidance Office unless otherwise noted.
Many students are obtaining scholarships over the internet. Most of the scholarships request an official high school transcript. Students must be in touch with their counselor to complete that process.
It is absolutely necessary that these scholarships arrive at their destination on time, whether it is mailed by the student or by the Guidance Office. Allow time when observing due dates for completion of recommendations, transcripts and mailing time. SCHOLARSHIPS BEING TURNED INTO THE GUIDANCE OFFICE MUST BE SUBMITTED BY NO LATER THAN 2:30 pm.
Many students are obtaining scholarships over the internet. Most of the scholarships request an official high school transcript. Students must be in touch with their counselor to complete that process.
It is absolutely necessary that these scholarships arrive at their destination on time, whether it is mailed by the student or by the Guidance Office. Allow time when observing due dates for completion of recommendations, transcripts and mailing time. SCHOLARSHIPS BEING TURNED INTO THE GUIDANCE OFFICE MUST BE SUBMITTED BY NO LATER THAN 2:30 pm.
Scholarship Board
The best source for local, state, college specific and some national scholarship opportunities is theScholarship Board.This board is located at Franklin Academy right outside the Guidance Office on the left hand side. This board is updated at least weekly by the Guidance staff. Seniors should begin to look at the board on a weekly basis beginning in September. Continue to check the board and this site for the most up-to-date information.
Current scholarships
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Institutional Scholarships
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Criteria
Individual colleges offer scholarships to incoming students. Check the website of each college that you have applied to for more more information.
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North Country Community College - Essex & Franklin County Scholarships Award
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High school senior planning on attending North Country Community College. Student must have an 85 (3.0) or above and be receiving an Advanced Regents Diploma. Student must submit enrollment deposit by May1st & register for classes by July 1st.
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New York State Scholarships
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New York State offers various scholarships based on various different criteria. Please go to www.hesc.ny.gov for more information. The Excelsior Scholarship application is open for a brief period of time please check this website frequently. Please read carefully!!!
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Elks Emergency Grants
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Any student who will be attending or is currently attending college. Parent must be an Elk who has a disability and cannot work or was an Elk at the time of death. Renewable scholarship. This grant is NOT an academic one. Contact: To obtain an application, contact the ENF Scholarship Office at (773)755-4732 or scholarship@elks.org. For more information about Emergency Grants, visitwww.elks.org/enf/scholars.
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AGATI-Laborers' Local 332 Scholarship
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High school senior pursuing higher education. Applicant must be a member of former Local 332 or former Local 186 or son or daughter of a current, retired, disabled or deceased member.
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5/9/2018
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Malone Lions Club Scholarship
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High school senior. Planning on attending college. Demonstrates service to community and/or school. Applications available in the Guidance Office. .
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5/15/2018
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Kiwanis Club of Malone Scholarship
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High school senior planning on attending College or University in the Fall. Essay describing public service, academics and extra-curricular activities required. Information available in the Guidance Office.
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5/15/2018
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Malone Federation of Teachers Scholarship
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High school senior planning on pursuing a profession in an educational field, examples are teaching, psychology, counseling, nursing, OT, PT, speical services within a school setting. Applications are available in the Guidance Office.
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5/24/2018
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Sons of the American Legion Scholarship
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High school senior planning to enter college, university or an accredited trade school beginning in the upcoming fall semster.
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5/30/2018
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Internet resources
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Disclaimer: The Guidance Department recommends students and parents view these websites carefully. We cannot be responsible for checking changing website links. We recommend you refrain from giving out vital information such as a social security number (with the exception of filings for federal and state financial aid). We also recommend you refrain from any scholarships or financial aid that request a fee to apply.
www.fastweb.com
http://collegeboard.com/cbsearch_ss/welcome.jsp
www.sallie.com
www.scholarships.com
www.nasfaa.org/students/About_Financial_Aid.aspx
www.students.com
www.wiredscholar.com
www.studentaid.ed.gov
www.hesc.org
www.FinAid.org
www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov
www.fastweb.com
http://collegeboard.com/cbsearch_ss/welcome.jsp
www.sallie.com
www.scholarships.com
www.nasfaa.org/students/About_Financial_Aid.aspx
www.students.com
www.wiredscholar.com
www.studentaid.ed.gov
www.hesc.org
www.FinAid.org
www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov