News for 2008-2009
The Senior News page for the Class of 2009 has moved to:
http://www.stantoncollegeprep.org/central/?q=epublish/7
You can view the news for the Class of 2008 here.
Scholarship for minority women in technology
CIS Program Seeks to Resolve the Digital Divide Between African-American Women with New Grant
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida A&M University (FAMU) Computer Information Sciences (CIS) Program, housed in the College of Arts and Sciences, is the recipient of a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant valued at $552,000 dedicated to recruiting minority women to computer science and information technology disciplines.
“The numbers are staggering,” said Jason T. Black, Ph. D., assistant professor in CIS. “The latest data shows that out of all U.S. entering freshmen declaring a major in computer science, African-American women made up only 3.3 percent. The fact is that women are not choosing technology, and this is a dangerous predicament. When you couple that with the fact that it is estimated that 75 percent of all jobs by the year 2020 will require a technology background, it becomes a crisis call.”
The program, entitled African-American Women in Computer Science, (AAWCS), is a four-year program that provides scholarships and other assistance to women who express a financial need and an interest in computer science or information technology.
AAWCS, created by Black, also the principal investigator for the program, and Edward L. Jones, Ph. D., chair of the CIS program, will directly address the dismal number of minority women, particularly African-American women that pursue degrees in computer science or information technology.
Women who apply to AAWCS will be accepted based on financial need, and will be awarded a scholarship of between $3,000 and $5,000 per semester. In addition to the funding, the women will participate in CIS departmental clubs and organizations, such as the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) Club, the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), and the CIS Mentoring Organization (CISMO). AAWCS scholars will also be involved in other STEM programs, such as the Florida/Georgia Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (FGLSAMP) scholarship program, and the Students and Technology in Academia, Research and Service (STARS) Alliance, both NSF-funded programs.
An added benefit to the students is the conference participation, where selected AAWCS scholars will be chosen to attend two national conferences, paid for by the grant, each year, such as the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing and the National Conference of Women in Information Technology (NCWIT).
The AAWCS program begins operation on July 1 and will run until June 30, 2012. Applications for the program can be requested by contacting Black at jblack@cis.famu.edu or (850) 412-7354.
Welcome to the Class of 2009
All posts from this point forward will directly relate to all members of the Class of 2009. All of the posts for the Class of 2008 will still be available by checking the archives that are listed in the second column. Please check back here regularly for timely college and scholarship information. There will be no printed newsletters - all of the news for seniors will be posted here, so please either subscribe to this page or check back a few times a week as items will be updated often.
University of Central Florida - EXCEL Program
EXCEL is a program for accepted students who plan to major in science, engineering, technology, or mathematics. Many benefits are available as a member of this program. Get all of the information as well as apply for it at www.excel.ucf.edu.
Please complete a short survey
A small group of counselors are doing a session at an upcoming workshop on how colleges market themselves to you. We are gathering information from students to use in the discussion. Please go to the link below and complete the survey - it should take you about 15 minutes. Thanks for your help.
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=j1iHVpJ8u1yWUVVFwrKH6w_3d_3d
or a shorter link:
http://tinyurl.com/2ff7d3
Young Entrepreneurs for Leadership & Change: Summer Program for High School Students at UF
The University of Florida is pleased to announce our 2nd Annual Pre-College Summer Program for High School Students:
Sponsored by UF’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, in Partnership with UF’s Center for Precollegiate Education & Training.
This program is for motivated, college-bound rising juniors and seniors who are interested in Entrepreneurship, Leadership, and Positive Social Change.
From June 29 through August 8, 2008 program participants will take two college-level courses at UF: GEB4930 - Exploring Entrepreneurship & SYG2010 - Social Problems & Solutions.
Participants will also complete 75 hours of community service (meeting the requirement for Bright Futures Scholarships). Students will participate in evening and weekend programing including a Speaker Series, mentor partnerships with Entrepreneurs and Nonprofit Leaders, field trips, visits with Gator Athletes, and other exciting events and activities. The program will culminate with an awards banquet on the final evening, recognizing the students for their leadership and entrepreneurial spirit.
Students will work, eat, play, and sleep on campus for the full duration of the program. They will be housed in Beaty Towers, near other high school students attending summer science & engineering programs. Participants will have access to the university’s facilities including a newly renovated library, student union and arts center, and many state of the art recreation and sports facilities (including three fitness facilities, nine fields, two pools, six outdoor court facilities, and a gym).
Space is still available. Interested students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed and applicants will be invited on a rolling basis beginning March 1, 2008 and accepted until the program is full.
For more information or to apply, see:
http://www.ufyoungentrepreneurs.org/
or contact:
Dr. Kristin Joos, Director
ufyoungentrepreneurs@gmail.com
352-273-0355
Financial Aid Help - SalllieMae
Sallie Mae is a resource for students and their families. View detailed information on education savings plans, school costs, ways to pay for college, scholarships, and the entire student financial aid process.
Tools:
Free Scholarship Search
School Affordability Analyzer
Savings Calculators
EFC Calculator
Glossary
Checklists:
Applying for Financial Aid
Finding Tax Information
Publications:
Savings Comparison Chart
Free Scholarship Search
Scholarship Tips for Students
5 Steps in Paying for College
FAFSA: Just the Facts
8 Steps in the Student Financial Aid Process
Comparing Federal Loan Programs
The College Financing Guide
Borrowing for College
Sallie Mae: How to Pay for College
Financial Aid Help - Beacon Program
A volunteer with the BEACON PROGRAM will be available in the guidance office next Wednesday, Feb. 27 and Thursday, Feb. 28 to assist parents of seniors and/or their students in completing the FAFSA (FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID). BEACON volunteers have experience in financial aid and are very knowledgeable about the FAFSA. Appointments can be scheduled through the guidance office.
Remember, all students applying for any type of financial aid must complete the FAFSA and should do so as soon as possible.
University of North Florida - Education Scholarship
Mayor’s Commission On The Status Of Women
The purpose of the gift is to provide scholarship between the Mayor’s Commission on the Status of Women and University of North Florida. This scholarship is open to all applicants regardless of race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
CRITERIA:
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY:
SELECTION CRITERIA:
1. Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences
2. Overall academic achievement
3. Commitment and contribution to school and community
4. Financial need may be considered, but is not a requirement
ELIGIBILITY:
Submit the completed application to your school’s guidance counselor by March 1, 2008.
Part 1: Please provide the following information:
Name: __________________________ Home Phone: ___________________
Home Address: __________________________________________________
City: ___________________________________ Zip: ____________________
Date of Birth: _________ Social Security Number: _____________________
School Name: ___________________________________________________
GPA: ________ Class Rank: _______ SAT/ACT Score: ______
Courses Enrolled in 2007 - 2008 (Attach copy of your report card)
Intended Major or Program of Study: ________________________________
Part 2: Please submit a response of 500 words or less to one of the following questions:
1) In a well-constructed essay of 500 words, define prosperity and describe what path you might take to reach the goal of prosperity. As part of this essay, include your explanation for why you believe so many individuals do not reach the goal of prosperity. The essay should reflect original thought and include specific information about your personal goals.
2) Prosperity is defined in part as economic well being. How would you respond to this definition? Would you agree or disagree? Would you add or change the definition? Does prosperity have a special meaning for you? In a well-constructed essay of 500 words, give your answer to these questions and have your answers reflect your personal philosophy on prosperity.
3) Since in our society, prosperity is something we all aspire to, outline what makes it certain that you are on the path to prosperity. In a well-constructed essay, write a profile of whom you are now and who you expect to be in the future. Explain the contributions you are making now and the contribution you are committed to making in the future. Please be specific as you sketch your current achievements and indicate how you believe they are an indicator of your future success. As a conclusion, write why someone should have faith in your future.
Jacksonville University, Education Scholarship
Mayor’s Commission On The Status Of Women, Education Scholarship
Jacksonville University
CRITERIA:
- Meet admissions requirements and be accepted to the Jacksonville University
- Attend Duval County High School,
- Live in Duval County, and
- Declare an interest in majoring in Business Finance related field at JU
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and any other financial aid documents required by Jacksonville University
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY:
- Enroll full-time (minimum 12 credit hours) each semester and earn a minimum of 30 credits by the end of each academic year.
- Maintain a GPA of at least 3.0 for the freshman, sophomore, junior and senior years.
- Comply with all University regulations, rules, and codes of conduct governing students on campus.
- Remain in good standing as a student.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
1. Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences
2. Overall academic achievement
3. Commitment and contribution to school and community
4. Financial need will be considered as determined by information submitted to the Jacksonville University Financial Aid Office
Selection Process
The Mayor’s Commission on the Status of Women will disseminate information about this scholarship to prospective students and will collect applications . This group will submit a recommendation list of no more than five candidates from which Jacksonville University will select the recipient. Jacksonville University will review and determine the eligibility of the potential scholarship recipients, will select the candidate, and will provide the scholarship award.
ELIGIBIILTY:
- Graduating senior 2007- 2008
- Grade point average of 2.5 or better
- Community Service
- Sensitive to cultural differences
- No Class II or Class III Code of Conduct violations
- Proven interest and success in academic areas of math, statistics, economics, or related course of study (3.0 or better)
- Admission to Jacksonville University as a traditional undergraduate student in the day program of study by February 1st for the 2008-09 academic year.
Deadline is March 1. . Sign up for an application at http://cyberguidance.net/scholrequest.htm.
Florida Community College Of Jacksonville - Education Scholarship
Mayor’s Commission On The Status Of Women
Education Scholarship
CRITERIA:
- Meet admissions requirements and be accepted to the Florida Community College of Jacksonville
- Attend Duval County High School,
- Live in Duval County, and
- Declare an interest in majoring in Business Finance or related field
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY:
- Enroll full-time (12 credit hours) each semester and earn a minimum of 24 credits by the end of each academic year.
- Complete the college’s common scholarship application available online at http://www.fccj.edu/prospective/financialaid/forms/commonsch2005.pdf
- Maintain a GPA of at least 3.0 for the freshman and sophomore years.
- Comply with all College regulations, rules, and codes of conduct governing students on campus.
- Remain in good standing as a student.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
1. Demonstrate cultural awareness
2. Overall academic achievement
3. Commitment and contribution to school and community
4. Financial need may be considered, but is not a requirement
ELIGIBILITY:
- Graduating senior 2007- 2008
- Grade point average of 2.5 or better
- Community Service
- Cultural Awareness
- Proven interest and success in academic areas of math, statistics, economics, or related course of study (3.0 or better)
Deadline is March 1. Sign up for an application at http://cyberguidance.net/scholrequest.htm.
5th Annual 100 Black Men of Jacksonville Infinite Scholar College Fair
Deadline Extension for UVA
From UVA Admissions:
Late last night [Jan 2] we experienced technical difficulties with our server which resulted in some students having problems submitting their on-line application by the January 2 deadline. In light of this event and the power outages in some areas of the country due to heavy snow, we have decided to extend our application deadline one week to January 9th. We hope this will give students additional time to complete their applications. The on-line application should be accessible this afternoon.
If your student has already submitted his/her application online successfully and he/she has received this email, it is because the student created multiple accounts. In this case, the student may ignore this email. Students who have any questions or difficulties can call the admission office at 434-982-3200 for assistance.
Bright Futures Application
Seniors– Reminder, the online application for the Bright Futures Scholarship is available at www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org It takes about 10 minutes to complete. Some common mistakes to avoid:
- Incorrect social security number
- Using a nickname instead of legal name
- Reversing numbers in DOB
- Incorrect date of graduation; ours is 05/30/2008
- Giving a GPA that is too low; enter at least a 2.75 as your unweighted GPA in order to have your transcript evaluated (GPA’s do not have to be exact, you may estimate) You can check your BF GPA through www.facts.org
- Not answering question 38 correctly; unless you are a convicted felon or have pled nolo contendere to a felony charge, you should answer NO.
Other reminders:
- If you list an email address, THAT is where your pin will be sent
- If you lose your PIN, you will have to contact Bright Futures at 1-888-827-2004, we can’t access it
- You should print a copy of your completed application
- After you click submit, you need to see SAVED RESULTS to know that your application has actually been submitted.
IMPORTANT!!!! You need to submit verification of your 75 community service hours to guidance by January 15 if you want to be eligible for the Academic Scholars Award on the 7th semester (initial) evaluation. You may submit hours after that date; however you won’t receive your academic scholars verification until July.
Harvard - financial aid for lower income families
Reinforcing its commitment to opportunity and excellence across the economic spectrum, Harvard announced a significant expansion of its 2004 financial aid initiative for low and middle-income families. Parents with incomes of less than $60,000 will no longer be expected to contribute to the cost of their children attending Harvard. In addition, Harvard will reduce the contributions of families with incomes between $60,000 and $80,000. Visit http://www.news.harvard.edu/gazette/daily/2006/03/30-finaid.html for the full text of this announcement.
Stanton-editor note: don’t forget that you have to be accepted!
UNF Scholarship and other information
We are gearing up to focus our attention on our two remaining application deadlines for freshman: February 1st and April 1st. We’ve already had a record number of applications for this time of the year, thus creating a very competitive applicant pool for fall and summer 2008. As a reminder, scholarship essays will continue to be accepted until January 15th. Feel free to direct your students to scholarships.unf.edu for more information and preferred essay topics.
Florida Association of Postsecondary Schools and Colleges (FAPSC)
FAPSC has many scholarships available at many of Florida’s trade, technical, business schools and colleges. Applications are available at www.fapsc.org. Deadline is March 7.
Stetson University - Lawson Scholarship
The Lawson Endowment Program at Stetson University is an $11,000 per year scholarship, renewable for four years. The Lawson scholar should not only be a person of deep intellectual curiosity and passionate faith, but a person committed to the practical application of reasoned faith to the challenges of daily life. The academic and service interests of the applicant are important. Preference is given to students who intend to major in philosophy or a related field of the humanities. Stanton can only nominate 2 students for this scholarship. See your counselor if you are interested. Deadline is January 15.
Southern Scholarship Foundation
This organization has scholarship houses at UF, FSU, FAMU, Florida Gulf Coast University, and Bethune Cookman. Students live rent-free in house with 15 - 20 other scholarship recipients. Each house elects officers for governance, meal planning/preparation and house chores. Worth $5,000 a year. Financial need is a must. Download an application from www.southernscholarships.org/. Priority deadline is March 1.
Morehouse College
Morehouse is having an information session on Wednesday, December 5, 7-9pm, at the Jacksonville Marriott, 4670 Salisbury Road. Find out about admission requirements, housing, financial aid, scholarships, and student life. RSVP by email to qjohnson@morehouse.edu (this notice was received on December 3 - sorry for lateness).
Why didn’t you send my transcript?
Many students are checking their application status screens, or are getting emails from colleges that state their applications are incomplete. These notifications are not totally accurate. Here is the process we use in Guidance:
- when a transcript and counselor’s form is requeste, we look first at the deadline for the application. If, for example, the deadline is November 1, we put other requests with later deadlines aside and complete the November 1 forms.
- we have so many to do, that some will be mailed *ON* November 1.
- from the time that we mail the materials until the college receives them is a few days; from the time that the college receives the materials until they are posted as received on your screen, could be up to 2 weeks.
So, you can see that if you check your screen on November 1 - you’ll probably be upset. But please remember - THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IS THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS RECEIVED BY THE DEADLINE. If it was, then you are ON TIME, and whenever our materials are posted in OK as well.
If, however, you keep getting these notices well beyond the deadline, then please come it to see your counselor and if necessary, we will contact the college and send additional forms.
Florida State University Service Scholar Program
The Florida State Service Scholarship Program recognizes students demonstrating a strong commitment to community service. The award is $2,400/yr and may be renewed by meeting published criteria. Requirements include enrollment as a full time student, maintaining a 2.75 GPA, performing fifty hours of approved service during the first semester and 75 hours every semester thereafter, and participating in orientation and occasional reflection sessions throughout the year. Deadline is January 11. Applications are online at www.serv21earn.fsu.edu.
IMPORTANT - College application deadlines
We spend a lot of time on our part of each application. We want to make sure our part gets to the college before the deadline. If you are working on any college applications with a deadline of January 1 or any date that occurs during our winter break, you need to bring the forms and request the transcript before November 28 - that will assure that we have sufficient time to process it and get it there on time. REMEMBER - you are *not* the only student we are working with.
So, if you are applying to a college with a deadline of January 1, and you fail to request the transcript by November 28, our part might not get there in time.
FIU - Florida International University
FIU offers many scholarships ranging in value from $1,000 to $5,000. Apply online at www.fiu.edu/~admiss/apply.
University of Miami
2 scholarship programs available:
The George W. Jenkins Scholarship Program is a full scholarship valued at $40,000 per year. Requirements include: 3.75 weighted GPA, high financial need, extracurricular involvement, a completed application to the university, and additional letters of recommendation. Student must be nominated by
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The Ronald A. Hammond Scholarship is a full tuition scholarship to UM awarded to
Ithaca College
2 scholarship programs at Ithaca:
The Martin Luther King Jr. Scholar Program is designed for exceptional ALANA (African American, Latino, Asian, and Native American) students who have demonstrated strong character and leadership through service and community involvement. The award is up to full tuition renewable for 4 years. You must apply to
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The Park Scholar Award of the Park School of Communications is a prestigious full scholarship that recognizes students who have demonstrated academic and creative achievement in communications, involvement in relevant co-curricular activities, and significant community service. This is a full scholarship valued at $39,398 per year. See your counselor if you are interested – you must be nominated by
Venture Scholars update
Please ignore this post until we check on the service they are offering.
Boston University
The Trustee Scholarship: www.bu.edu/admissions/trustee; - you must download the nomination form and bring it to your counselor.
The Alexander Graham Bell Scholarship: www.bu.edu/admissions/apply/scholar_bell.html; and
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Scholarship: www.bu.edu/admissions/apply/scholar_mlk.html. You must download the necessary forms from these sites - one of the forms is a school nomination form that the student must bring to his/her guidance counselor. Deadline for these 3 scholarships is December 1 – deadline to your counselor is November 15.
Christian Connector
The Christian Connector provides free Christian college information as well as an opportunity to earn a $2,500 scholarship.
UNF - free test prep + admissions
UNF is offering free SAT/ACT test prep sessions. The next one is October 20, 9am-5pm. You can attend the session, apply to UNF, get admitted, and get a scholarship if you qualify. You must RSVP for this program to 904.620.1183.
Read your essay out loud.
When you think you’re finished with you college application essay, read it out loud to yourself. Make sure you do this - you might be surprised as to how it sounds.
Dual Enrollment course information for applications
When entering information on your college application about college level courses that you’ve taken in high school, you should only enter your dual enrollment course information, not AP or IB. The colleges that are granting the credits are FCCJ (Florida Community College of Jacksonville) and the University of North Florida.
The dual enrollment courses offered through FCCJ are:
BSC2085C - Human Anatomy & Physiology I, 4 credit hours (this course is taken the first semester)
BSC2086C - Human Anatomy & Physiology II, 4 credit hours (this course is taken the second semester)
HUM2211 - Humanities: The Foundations, 3 credit hours (this is the high school course - Humanities I)
HUM2236 - Humanities: Mainstreams of Cultures, 15th to 20th Century, 3 credit hours (this is the high school course - Humanities II)
When asked if you’ve earned a degree, the answer is “NO.”
When asked for month completed, indicate:
- October (for Humanities I if taken every day);
- January (for Humanities II if taken every day, and/or for BSC2085C, or for
Humanities I if taken alternating day for the first semester);
- March (for Humanities I if taken every day);
- May (for Humanities II is taken every day, and/or for BSC2086C, and for Humanities II if taken alternating day) .
The year of completion would be either 2007 or 2008.
IB students who have taken dual enrollment Spanish through UNF, the course numbers are:
SPN1120, Beginning Spanish I, 4 credit hours.
SPN1121, Beginning Spanish II, 4 credit hours.
When you have graduated and want to get credit for your dual enrollment courses, you *MUST* go to the college, FCCJ or UNF, to get a transcript to take to the Registrar of the college you are attending. Stanton does not have the dual enrollment transcript.
Erskine College Scholarship
Erskine College is offering the E.B. Kennedy Scholarship. Requirements: SAT 1180; GPA - 3.5; top 10% of class, Christian commitment, leadership potential, scholastic achievement, and vigorous outlook. Must be nominated by
College Visiting Stanton for October 2007
College Name, Day, Date, Time
College Name, Day, Date, Time
Randolph College, Monday, 10/1/07, 9:45 am
Samford University, Monday, 10/1/07, 1:00 pm
UF, Monday, 10/1/07, 2:15 pm
Lehigh University, Wednesdy, 10/3/07, 8:30 am
McDaniel College, Wednesday, 10/3/07, 10:00 am
New York University, Thursday, 10/4/07, 10:00 am
Stetson University, Thursday, 10/4/07, 10:45 am
Dartmouth Col, Friday, 10/5/07, 9:30 am
FSU, Monday, 10/8/07, 2:30 pm
Honors College of Florida Atlantic, Tuesday, 10/9/07, 10:00 am
Loyola University New Orleans, Wednesday, 10/10/07, 9:30 am
Kenyon College, Wednesday, 10/10/07, 10:30 am
Hampden Sydney College, Thursday, 10/11/07, 9:30 am
UCF, Thursday, 10/11/07, 10:00 am
Reed College, Friday, 10/12/07, 9:45 am
Tulane University, Friday, 10/12/07, 10:00 am
Boston University, Friday, 10/12/07, 11:00 am
FIU, Friday, 10/12/07, 12:30 pm
University of Tampa, Friday, 10/12/07, 2:00 pm
Washington & Lee University , Wednesday, 10/17/07, 8:30 am
Hamilton College, Thursday, 10/18/07, 11:30 am
University of Pennsylvania, Thursday, 10/18/07, 12:30 pm
Methodist University, Thursday, 10/18/07, 1:30 pm
Sewanee University of the South, Thursday, 10/18/07, 2:00 pm
Skidmore College, Friday, 10/19/07, 8:30 am
Trinity College, Friday, 10/19/07, 11:15 am
Colgate University, Friday, 10/19/07, 11:45 am
Furman University, Monday, 10/22/07, 8:30 am
Rollins College, Thursday, 10/25/07, 11:00 am
New College of Florida, Thursday, 10/25/07, 12:30 pm
University of Rochester, Thursday, 10/25/07, 1:00 pm
UNF (Info Session & pickup applications), Monday, 10/29/07, 9:30 am
FSU - important info about October 19 deadline
The system that sends transcripts electronically throughout the state U’s and colleges will be down from Friday, September 28 until around the second week of October. This down-time will present a problem for FSU to get transcripts for the October 10 application period. Request your transcript *TODAY* if you are applying to FSU for this deadline.
Requesting Transcripts
To request a transcript to be sent to a college or scholarship, go to http://cyberguidance.net/college/transcript.htm.
Complete the online form, click “Send” and your transcript will be processed. For FL state U’s, it will be sent electronically. For private colleges or out of state colleges, we will mail your official transcript. Also, for many private colleges, there is a form that must be completed by your counselor. Bring this form in soon in order to avoid a delay in processing your transcript.
University of Florida - Engineering
The
Sewanee - Multicultural weekend
Multicultural experience Weekend is an opportunity for students interested in diversity to get a firsthand look at college life at Sewanee: The University of the South. The dates are November 8-10, 2007. The deadline is September 28 – See your counselor to get the nomination form completed and signed.
State U System of Florida
Click on this link for a chart that summarizes the critical information you will need for any of the State of Forida Universities. You’ll find deadlines, application fees, and other requirements for admission.
The College of William & Mary - Murray Scholars
The College of William & Mary’s Murray Scholars Program invites counselors to nominate a student for this $12,000/yr award. Typically the scholars will be near the top of their class with challenging high school curriculums as well as excellent test scores. See your counselor if you are interested in W&M before October 15.
Belk Scholarship at Davidson
The John M. Belk Scholarship Program seeks to identify exceptional students who have made significant contributions to their school and communities in student government, athletics, religious life, service or public affairs. The award will be full tuition, room, board, and fees, plus 2- $3,000 summer stipends in international study, public service or corporate leadership.
Robertson Scholars - Duke and Chapel Hill
The Robertson Scholars Program is a collaborative program that selects thirty new scholars–half matriculate at
University of Virginia
The
Goizueta Scholars Program (Emory University)
A new scholarship program at
Emory Scholars (Emory University)
New York University
NYU is conducting Admissions Receptions across the country. They will be in Jacksonville on October 4, 2007. To register for this event, go to:
http://www.admissions.nyu.edu/receptions
Apply Early
At a recent meeting with all of the Directors of Admission of the State Universities in Florida, the one consistent word of caution that they gave the high school counselors was to have students apply early. **EARLY** as in now. This is not “Early Decision” where you have to commit to the college if they accept you. There are many budget crunches at colleges and they might have to limit enrollment at some point. But they assured us that the earlier a student applies, the better “read” on the application and the better chance of admission. See your counselor for any questions.
Mount Holyoke College
The Focus on Diversity Program is a program for talented prospective students of college and all students who have demonstrated a strong commitment to issues of diversity. One student from
Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, and Stanford
The program, “Exploring College Options , ” is where representatives from these schools will be to answer any questions you might have. Tuesday, September 25, 7:30pm, Jacksonville Marriott, 4670 Salisbury Road. 904-296-2222.
MIT Information Session
MIT is having an information session at Winter Park
Requesting a recommendation from a teacher
When you request a letter of recommendation from a teacher, you must give the teacher at least 2 weeks, and even more depending on the time of year, to complete it. When requesting it, download and complete this form and give it to the teacher.
Willie Gary Classic College Fair
Saturday, September 8, 2007, the 5th Annual “Dream Big Dreams” College and Vocational Recruiting Fair will take place at the Prime Osborn Convention Center, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Chat with recruiters from universities such as Bethune Cookman College, Edward Waters College, Shaw University, and many others. Bring YOUR copy of your transcript for on-the-spot-admissions.
Boston College Presidential Scholarship
Boston College’s Presidential Scholars is a comprehensive, full-tuition scholarship program that attracts students of outstanding talent and character who strive to become leaders with integrity and vision. The scholarship includes fully-funded summer internships, travel and service programs. You must apply by the Early Action deadline of November 1. Call 800-360-2522 for more information.
Requesting a transcript
All colleges and scholarship to which you will apply will require, among other items, an official high school transcript. 98% of these transcripts must be sent by Stanton so that they are official. To request a copy of your transcript, go to the Transcript Request Page (this link is also listed in the frame to the right of this page), complete it, and click submit. Your transcript will then be prepared and sent as soon as possible.
Washington U in St. Louis
FastWeb.com Newsletter
FastWeb.com not only provides a free and extensive scholarship search service, but they also distribute newsletters that provide valuable information concerning how to pay for college. Open the June-July edition here.
Bates College - Prologue to Bates
The Prologue to Bates, the Fall Open House series for multicultural students, will take place October 7-9, or November 11-13. This is an excellent opportunity for students to visit the campus and explore scholarship opportunities. Scholarships for travel are available. Application is in the Guidance Office – request a copy at http://cyberguidance.net/scholrequest.htm.
Davidson - Bryan Scholar/Athlete Scholarship
The Bryan Scholars Program is for honors scholar athletes who have the potential to be strong leaders in the classroom and as athletes throughout their Davidson years. The award is $30,000 per year.
Colleges Visiting Stanton, September 2007
Presbyterian College, Tuesday, 9/4/07, 10:00am
UNF and UNF Honors Program, (Wed.), 09/05/07, 12:30 p.m.
Queens U of Charlotte, Thursday, 9/6/07, 8:30am
Vanderbilt, (Thurs.), 09/06/07, 09:15 a.m.
Georgia Southern, Thursday, 9/6/07, 2:00pm
University of West Florida, Thursday, 9/13/07, 1:30 pm
Georgia Southern, Thursday, 9/13/07, 2:00 pm
Wofford College, Friday, 9/14/07, 1:30 pm
Birmingham Southern College, Monday, 9/17/07, 11:00 am
George Washington University, Monday, 9/17/07, 11:30 am
St Johns College, Tuesday, 9/18/07, 9:00 am
Florida Southern College, Tuesday, 9/18/07, 10:45 am
College of Charleston, Wednesday, 9/19/07, 10:00 am
Carnegie Mellon University, Wednesday, 9/19/07, 1:00 pm
Washington University in St. Louis, Thursday, 9/20/07, 11:00 am
Davidson, Thursday, 9/20/07, 12:00 pm
Georgia Tech., Friday, 9/21/07, 10:00 am
University of Chicago, Friday, 9/21/07, 1:00 pm
Emory University, Friday, 9/21/07, 11:30 am
Georgia College & State , Friday, 9/21/07, 12:00 pm
SMU, Monday, 9/24/07, 10:15 am
Mercer University, Monday, 9/24/07, 12:00 pm
Rider University, Tuesday, 9/25/07, 12:00 pm
Rice University, Tuesday, 9/25/07, 2:00 pm
Flagler College, Wednesday, 9/26/07, 8:30 am
Hollins University, Wednesday, 9/26/07, 12:30 pm
Johnson & Wales, Friday, 9/28/07, 8:30 am
Your college essay
Many of you will be required to submit one or more essays with your college and scholarship applications. The essay is a crucial piece of your application, so every ounce of energy you put into it will pay off. Below are some links to help you get started.
Essays That Worked. This information is from Connecticut College and their web site. You can get a good idea of what colleges are looking for as these students were admitted.
Essays from your activities. This handout will help you examine your participation in activities and how to maximize your experience through an essay.
What admission counselors look for. This handout contains quotes from these individuals in terms of what they like and don’t like on applications and in essays.
How you can contribute to the campus community. This is one of the questions that many colleges are asking - how will you contribute to the campus. This can be daunting but after a little analysis of your past 3+ years, you should be able to show how you will.