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Scholarships

Financial Aid Information

 

Useful information concerning Texas college applications can be found at www.applytexas.org .
Under the first section, “Researching Your Options”, click on “Begin Your Search”. On the next page, you will find “College Application Deadlines”; after clicking on this you will have access to materials for parents and students.
From the first item in this section, you can find admissions, financial aid and scholarship deadlines.
From the second item in this section, you can find information from individual colleges such as telephone numbers, web site addresses, which parts of the application must be completed, and application fees.
Seniors who are interested in applying for these and other scholarships should take the ACT or SAT this fall if they have not already done so. Online registration can be done at www.act.org (ACT) or www.collegeboard.com (SAT). Sample tests are available in the counselor's office.
ACT information
SAT information
Free flashcards for SAT/ACT test preparation are available at www.quizlet.com
The senior counselors (Mrs. Peel and Mrs. Moffitt) are implementing a new program that will text reminders about upcoming tests, events, deadlines, meetings, etc. If you or your senior would like to receive these reminders, please follow these 3 steps:
Step 1 - On your cell phone, text (469) 844-9221
Step 2 - In the message box, put the following: @nlamarhs
Step 3 - You will be asked to send your name (only your name will be seen and registered, not your phone number).

Students will not receive Mrs. Moffitt’s personal cell number, and she will not receive the personal cell number of either the parent or the senior.
Once your name is registered, you will be on the list to receive text reminders .
Deadlines for admissions, scholarships and financial aid for Texas colleges and universities
VISINE® STUDENTS WITH VISION™ Scholarship Program
The second annual VISINE® STUDENTS WITH VISION™ Scholarship Program is offering one-time $5,000 scholarships to students who have demonstrated a clear vision or goal for their future. High school seniors and current college students with a minimum GPA of 2.8 may submit an online application.
VISINE® STUDENTS WITH VISION™ Scholarship Program recipients are selected based on academic achievement, school and community involvement, financial need and demonstrated vision or goal. For additional program information and to apply for this scholarship, please visit  aim.applyists.net/Vision.  
Deadline for subission is March 1, 2013 Or until 22,000 applications have been started, whichever is sooner.
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship
The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship, honoring the legacy and character of Ronald Reagan, is offering a $10,000 scholarship to college-bound seniors who: • Demonstrate the attributes of leadership, drive, integrity and citizenship • Demonstrate strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 gpa on a 4.0 scale) • Demonstrate financial need • Be citizens of the United States • Plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study toward a bachelor’s degree at an accredited four-year college or university in the US This $10,000 scholarship is renewable for up to an additional three years. The online application can be accessed at www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships.
The deadline is January 10, 2013 or until 25,000 applications have been received.
Pharmacy Technician
High school seniors who are interested in pursuing a pharmacology career have an opportunity to win a $1,000 scholarship. Applicants must have the following: • An intent to pursue pharmacy technician training and/or certification at an accredited post-secondary school or college • A ‘demonstrable’ record of academic success • A passion and drive for a career as a pharmacy technician.
Complete information can be found at www.pharmacytechnicianreview.com  on the right side of the page.
The deadline is June 1, 2013.