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. Allow time when observing due dates for completion of recommendations, transcripts and mailing.  SCHOLARSHIPS BEING TURNED INTO THE GUIDANCE OFFICE MUST BE SUBMITTED BY NO LATER THAN 2:30 pm.

Scholarship Board

The best source for local scholarship opportunities is the Scholarship 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.

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Current scholarships

Name

Institutional Scholarships

Criteria

Individual colleges offer scholarships to incoming students.  Check the website of each college that you have applied to for more more information.

Deadline

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North Country Community College - Essex & Franklin County Scholarships Award

 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 

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

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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Autism Alliance of Northeastern NY 

Senior going to into special education field.  Write a one page essay on what has motivated and inspired you to seek further education in a special eduation field, and/or how autism has touched your life and/or how living with autism has motiviated you or taught you.  Mail your essay to Autism Alliance of Northeastern NY, Attention:conference Student, PO Box 1884, Plattsburgh, NY  12901.  Must arrive in Plattsburgh by due date. 

9/28/2018

Elks Most Valuable Student Award

College-bound high school seniors who are US citizens.  Submit on line.  There is an instruction sheet in the Guidance Office. 

11/15/2018

Betty Coughlin Art/Education Scholarship

 Franklin Academy senior going to college with the intent to obtain a degree in Arts or Education.  GPA of 3.5 or better. Application available in the Guidance Office.

 11/27/2018

James Coughlin Business/Engineering Scholarship 

Franklin Academy senior going to college with the intent to obtain a degree in Business or Engineering.  GPA of 3.5 or better. If the winning student attends Clarkson University they will receive additional funds each year at Clarkson.  Application available in the Guidance Office.

 11/27/2018

Elks Legacy Award Scholarship

 College-bound high school seniors who are the children or grandchildren of dues-paying Elks.  Applicants are judged on Knowledge, Charity, Community Service & Integrity.  Online application.  There is an instruction sheet in the Guidance Office. 

2/1/2019

NYS Scholarships for Academic Excellence

 High school senior; nominees determined solely on a computed weighted average of Regents Examinations.  No application necessary. Eligible candidates will be notified.

 2/15/2019

AES Northeast Scholarship 

High school senior who attends High School in Clinton, Franklin or Essex Counties.  Must be attending a 2 year or 4 year college in 2019/2020.  Must major in Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Construction Management or related field.  Must have a 3.0 or higher GPA.  Application in Guidance Office. 

5/1/2019

Internet resources

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