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 on the scholarship board.
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

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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. 


Current scholarships

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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.
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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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​Elks Most Valuable Student Award
​College-bound high school seniors who are US citizens. Apply on line at enf.elks.org/MVS
​Due Date 11/5/2020
​Elks Legacy Award Scholarship
Elks Legacy Award ScholarshipCollege-bound high school seniors who are the children or grandchildren of dues-paying Elks. Apply on line at https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/legacy.cfm
​Due Date 2/5/2021

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.scholarships.com
www.nasfaa.org/students/About_Financial_Aid.aspx
www.studentaid.ed.gov
www.hesc.ny.gov
www.FinAid.org