The UNA-USA National High School Essay Contest
This contest is open to students in grades 9-12. You must submit an essay of 1,500 words or less on the topic: "What can the U.S. do to help ensure environmental sustainability?" Deadline: January 5, 2009
http://unausanationalhighschoolessaycontest.com/ The "Dream Deferred" Essay Contest
This contest on Civil Rights in the Middle East is available to students who are 25 years old or younger and in the Middle East or America. You must submit an essay of 600 to 1500 words addressing one of the questions listed on the sponsor's Web site.
The Zinch.com Sweet Diggity Dog Scholarship
This scholarship is available to current high school students (international students included), graduating in 2009, 2010 or 2011, with a minimum of 2.0 GPA. You must register on Zinch.com and your profile must be as complete as possible to be eligible for this promotion. Deadline: January, 10, 2009
http://www.zinch.com/static/college-scholarships.html?Source=AFF-FWEB The Create-A-Greeting Card Scholarship Contest
This scholarship contest is open to high school, college and graduate students in the United States. To enter, you must design a greeting card and submit your work to be judged. Deadline: January 15, 2009
http://www.gallerycollection.com/scholarship.htm The Zinch.com Sweet Diggity Dog Scholarship
This scholarship is available to current high school student (international students included), graduating in 2009, 2010, or 2011, with a minimum 2.0 G.P.A. You must register on Zinch.com and your profile must be as complete as possible.
The Reconnecting the Circle Essay Contest
This contest is available to high school students in the United States. You must submit an essay of between 750 and 1200 words on the topic: Why is it important to understand patriotism in Indian Country?" You will be judged on your originality, creativity, writing style, structure and relevance. Deadline: January 23, 2009
http://www.reconnectingthecircle.com/?q=node/208 The Brickfish "Festival Fodder 2: Cool Concert Movies" Promotion
This promotion is open to anyone who is a resident of the 50 United States, has access to the Internet, and is 15 or older at the time of entry. The concert might be over, but the memories play on. We want you to share your amazing photos and/or videos you captured or blog about the various festivals, concerts and events you rocked. Submit your entry and be sure to tell us a little about the event and artist. Impress us with your rockin' picture, video or blog and you could win a $500 scholarship or cash! Deadline: January, 27, 2009
http://www.brickfish.com/Entertainment/FestivalFodder2?tab=entries&=fast_festivalfodder2 The Discover Scholarship Program
The program awards up to $300,000 in scholarships annually to high school juniors nationwide to support continued education and training beyond high school. Since 1991, Discover has awarded nearly $16 million in scholarships to over 6,000 students.
Requirements:
Has at least a 2.75 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale for 9th and 10th grades
Demonstrates accomplishments in community service and leadership and has faced a significant roadblock or challenge
The Sam Walton Community Scholarship
This scholarship is open to high school seniors and is to be used for your freshmen year at an accredited U.S. college or university approved by the Wal-Mart Foundation. You must have a minimum GPA of 2.5, have taken the ACT or SAT and demonstrate financial need to qualify for this award. Employees of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. or the children of employees of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. are not eligible for this award. Deadline: January 31, 2009
http://walmartstores.com/CommunityGiving/8732.aspx
