
Scholarship Information
Jan. 23 - Feb. 3 (Newsletter #9)
From the desk of Valentine Torres
NEW! Indiana Assoc. of Educational Office Professionals’
The member of the Indiana Association of Educational Office Professionals, Inc. will present one (1) $1,000 scholarship yearly to Indiana graduating seniors. This scholarship is designed to assist a business education student who wishes to continue his/her education in an office-related career. Criteria for selection is based on: Scholastic 40%; Need 30%; Self Help 10%; Recommendations 10%; Biographical Sketch (Application and Essay) 10% = 100%.
Applicant Eligibility
Applicants must have completed two (2) or more business educational courses, four (4)
semesters within four (4) years of high school from among the following: computer programming, accounting, finance, business (management, law, co-op,etc), computer science, or classes comparable to these courses.
2. The applicant shall be enrolled, having made application to an institute of higher education (two (2) or four (4) year college, university, business college, or school of vocational/ technical education).
3. The applicant must maintain a 2.8 (of a possible 4.0) G.P.A.An application will be considered complete when the following items have been received by the IAEOP Scholarship Committee.
1. The two (2) page application form provided by IAEOP. Regular paper (8 1/2"x11") is required for all attachments.
2. High School transcript with indication of class rank. Transcript shall be an official document and marked as such.
3. One page essay sheet provided by IAEOP.
4. Three (3) letters of recommendation from non-family or non-IAEOP members. Letters may be from school officials, teachers, former or present employers, others who should describe the student's activities and leadership record, character, personality, initiative, Drive, home background, and/or other factors supporting his/her candidacy. Letterhead stationery is appropriate. All material shall be typed. Note: It is advisable for your letters
of recommendation to be addressed To Whom It May Concern.
DEADLINE: Postmarked by February 5th or email by February 10th.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fLNk_VE5mKwHIPU9JwEjoldNlQoFuNtjEXuTNuV1kUE/edit?usp=sharing
NEW! The Patricia & Robert Naegele Competitive Scholarship
Secure a scholarship to pursue your American Dream
https://northwood.edu/financial-aid/ncs.aspx
Up to $40,000 over four years
This is an annual scholarship available to qualified freshmen and transfer students for the 2017-2018 academic year.
- The scholarship is available for full-time BBA and four-year BBA/MBA students.
- It is awarded to qualified students for up to a total of eight semesters as long as renewal standards are met.
- The recipient may receive a Northwood University Academic Merit Scholarship in addition to this award (total awards not to exceed cost of attendance).
- How to apply for the scholarship:
- Apply for admission and be accepted by Northwood University for the 2017-18 academic year.
- Write a 300 to 500-word essay describing the American Dream and its impact on a global free-enterprise society. If applicable, examples of entrepreneurial experience are encouraged. Submit your essay along with a completed scholarship application
http://forms.northwood.edu/financial-aid/ncs/
DEADLINE: Friday, February 17, 2017
NEW! JoAnne and Jim Haag Scholarship
Graduating High School Seniors | College Students | Adult Learners
South Lake County resident, 25 yrs old or younger, attending building trades or auto/diesel mechanics program leading to a certificate or degree. $1,000 non-renewable. https://cpcfscholars.communityforce.com/Funds/Search.aspx#4371597136646D517975544F5976596D4E73384E69673D3D
NEW! Christopher Day Memorial Scholarship
Graduating High School Seniors
Graduating High School senior pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts. Accepted into an accredited program. Preference given to student involved in the ProStart program. $500 non-renewable.https://cpcfscholars.communityforce.com/Funds/Search.aspx#4371597136646D517975544F5976596D4E73384E69673D3D
NEW! American Italian Benevolent Society Scholarship
Graduating High School Seniors | College Students
Lake or Porter County resident with Italian descent. Attending college, trade-school, or technical school. 3.0 GPA. Amount varies. https://cpcfscholars.communityforce.com/Funds/Search.aspx#4371597136646D517975544F5976596D4E73384E69673D3D
NEW! Youche Country Club Scholarship
Graduating High School Seniors | College Students
Son/daughter/grandchild of Youche member in good standing for at least 2 years attending college or vocational school, 3.0 GPA. Amount varies. https://cpcfscholars.communityforce.com/Funds/Search.aspx#4371597136646D517975544F5976596D4E73384E69673D3D
NEW! Indiana State University Blumberg Scholarship
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1d3Rzkq0dgScXRcCbNLh2Skjlg0GqmUNbQH-u0z0R5Ro/edit?usp=sharing
DEADLINE: Applications are due by March 1, 2017
NEW! National Award: Martin Luther Scholarship 2017
For any accredited 4-year College or University in the United States
For more information: Download the Application Form
Deadline: February 17, 2017
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1G-jtU7nf5bEu59DyFh9SXjaCa7vzgr6VvPQKp0PS3RE/edit?usp=sharing
Scholarships for High School Students
For more information: http://wp.betasigmapsi.org/scholarships-grants/high-school-scholarships/
Deadline: February 17, 2017
Jim and Betty dye scholarships
Available For: Lake, Newton, Porter, & Jasper County High Schools
Minimum requirement: 1100 SAT or 24 ACT and 3.25 GPA
University acceptance: IU, IUN, PU, PNW, IUPUI, BSU
Deadline: March 1, 2017
Contact: info@dyescholarships.org 219/836-1100
IUN NSF Scholarships
Eligible students must:
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Be an incoming freshman or incoming community college graduate.
- Meet Federal eligibility guidelines and requirements to receive financial aid (see www.fafsa.ed.gov)
- Pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in the sciences, technology or math (actuarial science, biology, computer information systems, chemistry, geology, informatics, or mathematics) as a full-time student.
- Incoming freshmen with a GPA of 3.2 or better and community college graduates with a GPA of 3.0 or better are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Deadline for the 2017-2018 academic year: March 20th, 2017. Applications received after the priority deadline will be reviewed on a space-available basis through May 1st, 2017.
NEW! GoToCollegeFairs.com
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B76w5rVrFg5bU3NwbFcyX3l4cVE/view?usp=sharing
FAFSA Completion Events
Students and parents looking for help completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) are encouraged to attend one of these workshops. ISM College Planning Team Members will be at Hobart High School to help families complete the FAFSA on the web or answer any questions a family may have. Call 219/942-8521 ext 8027 with questions.
Thursday, Mar 2, 2017, 08:00 AM
2211 E 10th St, Hobart, IN, United States
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FAFSA Completion Events
Students and parents looking for help completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) are encouraged to attend one of these workshops. ISM College Planning Team Members will be at Hobart High School to help families complete the FAFSA on the web or answer any questions a family may have. Call 219/942-8521 ext 8027 with questions.
Thursday, Mar 2, 2017, 04:00 PM
2211 E 10th St, Hobart, IN, United States
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Office of Student Placement
Ms. Valentine Torres
11th grade T -Z
12th grade K-Z
(Please review previously posted newsletters for more opportunities)
Newsletter 1: https://www.smore.com/h8eya
Newsletter 2: https://www.smore.com/z93xf
Newsletter 3: https://www.smore.com/7arwb
Newsletter 4: https://www.smore.com/arwwd
Newsletter 5: https://www.smore.com/e0hhy
Newsletter 6: https://www.smore.com/ha6a0
Newsletter 7: https://www.smore.com/3a5vf
Newsletter 8: https://www.smore.com/6ja3s
Email: vtorres@hobart.k12.in.us
Website: http://hobart.schoolwires.com/Page/988
Location: 2211 E 10th St, Hobart, IN, United States
Phone: 219-942-8521
Twitter: @coachvtorres