Check with the counselors for further information on all scholarships; resources are also available on the bookshelf and bulletin boards in the counseling office hallway as well as in the Career Center.

Financial Aid Web-Sites
Many students are interested in finding out information about national scholarships. While the career center and counselors receive much information about these, please be aware that there are many others that we simply don't know about. Looking for scholarships can almost be like a part-time job and you have to be willing to put some time and effort into the search. The institutions you will be attending are your greatest resource for financial aid, however, there are several web-sites that can help your search.
www.collegeboard.com
www.fastweb.com                                                          www.finaid.org                                                        www.findtuition.com                                       www.getcollegefunds.com                                                                    

FAFSA Information:  The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is available online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.  This website will walk you through the process of reigstering for federal financial aid.  Be aware of websites that try to charge you for this free service.  Students may not actually apply for FAFSA before Jan. 1 but both parent and student are encouraged to apply for a PIN before that date to speed up the process.  Paper versions of the FAFSA are no longer being distributed to schools.  To request a paper application, please call 1-800-433-3243. 

Financial Aid Information:  This website offers students and parents clear information about the basics of college financial aid.
www.finaidfacts.org

McDonald's Scholarship Program - Each semester, student employees who earn a 2.5 GPA or higher are eligible for a $250 scholarship award which accrues in a savings account to use for college, trade, or technical school.  If you are interested, call the local McDonald's Office at 208-345-9545 for more information. 

University of Idaho - Information on student financial aid services, including scholarships, is available at www.uidaho.edu/finaid

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program:  Students will submit an essay on the topic which appears on the scholarship page http://www.abbotttandfenner.com/scholarships.htm  Deadline:  June 19, 2010. 

Caldwell Night Rodeo:  Caldwell Western Heritage Foundation Scholarships:  Five $1500 scholarships are awarded each year  Student must be a resident of southwestern Idaho, must be a high school senior, must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0, must submit 2 letters of reference.  See your counselor for an application.  Application deadline is March 15.

University of Idaho Visitation Scholarship: Student must apply for admission to the U of I, select a major in the Collete of Agricultural and Life Sciences, and enroll in classes no more than 2 years from their visit.  Students must complete the visit fy March 19, 2010.

Southern Methodist University and who have demonstrated extraordinary leadership.  Must submit an essay, rank in top 25% of graduating class, have composite SAT 1230 on Math and Critical Reading or ACT 28.  See www.smu.edu/hunt  for details.

Boise State University Langrouise Distinguished Scholar Scholarship provides funding valued at over $50,000 for National Merit Finalists.  For more information about the scholarhsip process, complete the "I'm inerested" form on BSU's National Merit webpage at http://admissions.boisestate.edu/highability.

Scholarship and Financial Aid information from The American Legion:  www.legion.org/needalift

B. Davis Scholarship: One $1000 scholarship.  See http://www.scholarshipquesthelper.com for more information. Deadline:  May 28, 2010.

Idaho Community Foundation Scholarships:  Application Deadline:  April 1, 2010.  Electronic versions (Adobe PDF and MS Word) of both the brochure and common application can be found at http://www.idcomfdn.org/pages/schol_general.htm  Questions may be directed to Elly Davis at (208) 342-3535 or by email at edavis@idcomfdn.org  or see your counselor for more information.

Horatio Alger Association Scholarship Programs:  Provide financial assistance to students who have financial need and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity.  Scholarships range from $2500-$25,000.  Online applications are available at www.horatioalger.org/scholarships and are accepted between January 15-April 15, 2010.

Westmark Credit Union Scholarships:  Ten $500 scholarships will be awarded to 2010 high school graduates.  Criteria:  Applicant must be a member of Westmark Credit Union, plan to attend a State Accredited post-secondary school, use the scholarship in the summer or fall of 2010, and have a GPA of at least 3.5.  Deadline for receipt of applications is March 20, 2010.

The Saber Foundation Scholarship provides a full tuition scholarship to a public post-secondary school in Idaho to a student of Hispanic/Latino descent.  Students must have a 2.5 GPA and have demonstrated leadership activities in organizations that promote, enhance, or strengthen diversity.  For more information, go to www.idahosaberfoundation.org.  Registration deadline is April 1st.

Assistance League of Boise Student Grant for the Hearing Impared. If you are a graduating senior with a documented hearing impairment, check with your counselor for information regarding this grant.  Deadline for application is April 15th.

Elks Scholarship Programs:  Sponsored by Boise Elks Lodge #310.  $1000 for selected male and $1000 for selected female.  Application for Student/Teenager of the Year can be obtained from your counselor.  Application deaeline:  April 15, 2010.

Assistance League of Boise Student Grant for the Hearing Impaired 2010-2011:  Eligibility for initial grant:  Hearing impaired student graduating from an Idaho high school and resides in Ada County, planning to be a full-time student at any accredited two-year or four-year college.  See your counselor if you are eligible.  Application deadline:  April 15, 2010.

University of Idaho College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Scholarships:  Go to www.uidaho.edu/cals/links/scholarships  to apply.