Scholarship Gold Nuggets

Resources to help with AP Physics

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These resources are recommended by Collegeboard.org to help AP Physics students better understand the material.

College Board surveyed AP Physics teachers about what online resources they recommend, and the list below comes directly from their responses. The list also includes teacher descriptions of the resources. This is not a comprehensive list, nor is it an endorsement of any of these resources by the College Board.

A Plus Physics

Instructional videos for students; online instructions tutorials/resources pages for teachers
Free online resource that focuses on problem solving, understanding, and real-world applications.

Bozeman Physics

Instructional videos for students
A collection of videos set in a "classroom" setting that explore topics in AP Physics 1 and 2. Videos cover scenarios as well as FRQ questions and more.

Flipping Physics

Instructional videos for students
A collection of videos set in a "classroom" setting that explore every topic in the AP Physics 1 course. Videos cover scenarios, free-response questions, and more.

Hewitt Drew It

Instructional videos for students
A collection of screencast videos by Paul Hewitt.

New Jersey Center for Teaching and Learning

Instructional videos for students; instructional videos for teachers; online instructions tutorials/resources pages for teachers
Provides slides with embedded formative assessments, homework, labs, and assessments.

oPhysics

Online simulation/laboratory experiment
Interactive simulations in the topics of Kinematics, Forces, Conservation, Waves, Light, E&M, Rotation, Fluids, and Modern.

PhET

Online simulation/laboratory experiments
Offers interactive simulations of physics concepts along with lessons and other resources.

The Physics Aviary

Online simulation/laboratory experiment
Interactive simulations for AP Physics 1 and 2.

The Physics Classroom

Instructional videos for students and teachers; online instruction tutorials/resource pages for teachers
A collection of resources for physics teachers. Resources include videos, lab ideas, worksheets, and concept builders that focus on thinking through physics concepts and relationships.

Pivot Interactives

Online simulation/laboratory experiment
Online high-resolution, high-frame rate video labs demonstrating physics principles. Students use the video player and measurement tool for analysis.

Positive Physics

Self-directed student practice
An organized resource of student practice, including relevant example videos, an online assessment for each topic, and guided practice for all major Physics 1 concepts.

Pretty Good Physics

Online instructions tutorials/resource pages for teachers
An online library of resources from experienced teachers.

SAT & ACT Guidance & Score Comparison Chart

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When to start taking the test: Once a student has completed Algebra 1 & 2 and Geometry, they have covered the math content they will need for the SAT and ACT.

For this reason, we encourage students to take one SAT and ACT soon after they have completed these levels of math, even though their English scores may increase later. Then, compare their scores in the table below and decide which test to focus on retaking in the future. Colleges have no preference on which test the student chooses.

How many times to take the preferred test: It depends on the student and their target score. Most students take it 3-5 times.

SAT score (max 1600) = is the sum of the scores of the Evidence-Based Reading & Writing (max 800) + Math (max 800)

ACT composite score (max 36) is the average of the scores for Math, Reading, & Writing (max 36 for each). If the student also chose to take the Science section, it has its own separate score (max 36).

Instant Scholarships for SAT and ACT Scores

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 National Merit Scholarships (for 11th grade PSAT scores)

Third Party (Non-Institutional) Scholarships with Application Deadlines

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SWE Society of Women Engineers Scholarship awards multiple scholarships to female high school seniors major- ing in engineering, technology, or fields related to engineer- ing. For more information and to apply, visit swe.org/scholarships

Deadline: March 20

Discover the Difference National Academic Scholarship

This is a $5,000 scholarship awarded to a high school senior who will be attending college in Fall term. Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.trialpro.com/scholarships/

Strong Men and Women in SC Scholarship is awarding Apple MacBook Pros to a high school juniors and seniors. Must submit a 500 word essay For information and to apply, visit https://scafricanamerican.com/2023-student-writing- contest/

Deadline: March 24

The Lessons in Your Home Scholarship is a scholarship for high school seniors who will be studying music, music business, performance, or production. For more information and to apply, visit https://lessonsinyourhome.net/ scholarship/

Deadline: March 25

Bridging the Dream Scholarship awards (25) $10,000 scholarships to high school seniors who plan to enroll in a two- or four-year degree or vocational training program in Fall term. For more information and to apply visit https:// www.salliemae.com/about/scholarship-opportunities/

Deadline: March 27

Next Level Student Scholarship awards $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors who will be attending college in Fall 2023. Must have a 3.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale and will be pursuing a career in law, compliance, or public policy. For additional Information and to apply visit https:// www.nextlevel.law/scholarship

Deadline: March 30

Proctor and Gamble General Scholarship awards scholarships of up to $5,000 to high school seniors with a focus on fields of business, information technology, and public relations. Must be enrolled in college in Fall 2023. For more information and to apply, click HERE .

Deadline: March 30

Thiel Fellowship awards $100,000 to young people 22 or younger who are interested in building a product. This is for students who want to skip or stop college and design their product or invention. For FAQ visit https:// studentscholarships.org/scholarship/14065/thiel-fellowship

Deadline: March 31

Kezian Science Scholarship is a $1,200 scholarship for a high school senior who will be attending a college or university in the fall and is majoring in a science field. For information and to apply, visit https://www.drkezian.com/ science-scholarship/

Deadline: March 31

Folds of Honor Military Scholarship awards scholarships ranging from $2,500 - $5,000 for high school seniors who are dependents of fallen or disabled service members. For more information and to apply, visit: https:// foldsofhonor.org/scholarships/military-scholarships/

Deadline: March 31

Folds of Honor First Responder Scholarship awards scholarships ranging from $2,500 - $5,000 for high school seniors who are dependents of fallen or disabled first responders. For more information and to apply, visit https:// foldsofhonor.org/scholarships/military-scholarships/

Deadline: March 31

2025 Districts Make the Difference Video Contest is a video contest for students in grades 9-12. Winners will receive scholarships ranging from $500 - $2,000. For more information and to apply, visit HERE .

Deadline: March 31

Stossel in the Classroom Essay Contest is an essay contest for students in grades 9-12. Winners in the high school division can win scholarships up to $2,500. For more information and to apply, visit https:// stosselintheclassroom.org/essay-contest/

Deadline: March 31

Home Depot’s Path to Pro Scholarship Program- Technology Training This is a $2,000 scholarship for a high school senior planning on attending a two-year technical college or trade related program focused on carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, or construction management. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.myscholarship.app/home-depot- foundation

Deadline: March 31

No Essay Smart Owl Scholarship awards four (4) $1,000 scholarships each month to students ages 16 and older. For information and to apply, visit www.scholarshipowl.com

Deadline: March 31

Ted G. Wilson Memorial Scholarship is a $1,500 scholarship for a high school senior who will be majoring in construction or engineering directly related to the construction industry. For more information and to apply, visit https:// pcea.wildapricot.org/scholarships

Deadline: March 31

Niche No Essay Scholarship is a monthly $2,000 scholarship open to all high school students. To apply, visit https://www.niche.com/
Deadline: March 31

Lockheed Martin Scholarship awards two hundred (200) $10,000 renewable scholarships (up to $40,000) to high school seniors who plan to major in engineering or computer science. For more information and to apply, visit HERE .

Deadline: March 31

Beyond the Cure Ambassador Scholarship awards 58 $3,500 scholarships to high school seniors who are a childhood cancer survivor. Must be accepted into a post- secondary school for Fall 2023. For more information and to apply, click HERE .

Deadline: March 31

Writers of the Future Scholarship contest is a Science Fiction and Fantasy writing competition that awards scholarships in the amount of $500-$5,000. For more information and to enter, visit HERE . (Note- I looked a bit more into this one and it may be good to know it’s funded by L. Ron Hubbard- founder of Scientology.)

Deadline: March 31

Kochhar and Company Scholarship awards a $1,000 scholarship to a high school senior who will be enrolled in college full-time in Fall 2023. Must have a 2.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. For more information, essay topic, and to apply, visit https://kochharandco.ca/application . Students can study any subject but the required essay is about how accountants serve their clients.

Deadline: March 31

Airmen Memorial Foundation Scholarship awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors ranging from $1,000- $5,000. Must be the child of an active duty, retired, or veteran member of USAF, ANG, or AFRC (no officer dependents) and must have a 3.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit https://hqamf.org/scholarships

Deadline: March 31

Kiwanis Club of Augusta awards $2,000 scholarships to a high school seniors from Richmond, Burke, Columbia or Aiken County. Field of study or career goals must impact the health care of children. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.cfcsra.org/how-we-grant/scholarships/ Deadline: March 31

UCB Family Epilepsy Scholarship awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors who have been diagnosed with epilepsy or who have a family member or caregiver with epilepsy. No minimum GPA required. For more information and to apply, visit: https://www.ucbepilepsyscholarship.com/

Deadline: March 31

Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War Scholarship- awards two $2,500 scholarships to high school seniors. Male applicants must be a member or associate of SU-VCW. Female applicants must be a member of at least one of the Allied Orders. For more information and to apply, visit https://suvcw.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Form- 12fi-revised-11-2022.pdf

Deadline: March 31

Jazz Education Network (J.E.N.) Scholarship offers scholarships to high school seniors planning on attending a 2– or 4-year college to study music (especially jazz). Must complete application, submit transcript, 2 reference letters, and proof of community service hours. For more information and to apply, visit https:// jazzednet.org/scholarships/
Deadline: March 31

Superpower Scholarship is a $2,500 scholarship for a high school student who will be enrolled in a two or four year university by Fall 2028. For application and essay prompt, visit https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our- scholarships/superpower-scholarship

Deadline: March 31

Driver Education Initiative Annual Scholarship awards six $500 scholarships to high school students. For application and essay prompt, visit https://www.dmvedu.org/ scholarship/

Three Deadlines: March 31 or Aug 1 or Nov 30

The American Society of Military Comptrollers Scholarship awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors. Must have a ASMC chapter endorsement letter, 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale, entering a field of study directly related to financial/resource management, and attending an accredited university or college in Fall 2023. For details and to apply, visit https://asmc.secure-platform.com/a/Organizations/main/Home

Deadline: March 31

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Orchard’s Scholarship for Women of Color in STEM awards multiple scholarships up to $2,500 for female high school seniors majoring in a STEM degree in college. For more information and to apply, visit https://orchard.com/blog/ posts/scholarship-for-women-of-color-in-stem

Deadline: April 1

Bridging Cultures Scholarship is a scholarship essay contest open to all high school students with scholarships ranging from $2,000-$4,000. The essay topic is “What does it mean to think globally and act locally, and why is it important?” For more information and to apply, visit https:// lp.icesusa.org/bridging-cultures

Deadline: April 1

USC’s Darla Moore’s School of Business Rising Scholars Program awards a $5,000 housing stipend to incoming freshmen who are SC residents and identify with various dimensions of diversity. For more information and to apply, visit https://dmsbdandi.formstack.com/ forms/2023_rising_scholars_application

Deadline: April 1

Lewis Cenker Scholarship Fund awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors who are entering a study directly related to the home building industry or a CATE program that offers curriculum in the home building industry. Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.hbag.org/lewis- cenker-scholarship/

Deadline: April 1

USC Alumni Legacy Scholarship is a $2,000 ($500 per year) scholarship awarded to high school seniors who will be attending USC in Fall 2023. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and have at least one parent or grandparent as a graduate of a UofSC campus and a current member of the University of South Carolina Alumni Association. To apply, visit https://uofscalumni.org/scholarships/legacy- scholarship/

Deadline: April 1

USC Alumni Richard T. Greener Scholarship is an $8,000 ($2,000 per year) scholarship awarded to minority high school seniors who will be attending USC Columbia in Fall 2023. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. For more infor- mation and to apply, visit https://uofscalumni.org/ scholarships/greener/
Deadline: April 1

Linda “Noni” Anderson Memorial Music and Arts Scholarship awards three (3) $5,000 scholarships to high school seniors who plan to study in arts or music. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale and have financial need. For more information and to apply, visit https://bold.org/scholarships/linda-noni-anderson-memorial- music-and-arts-scholarship/#ref=best-scholarships

Deadline: April 1

Educational Theatre Association awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors who are inducted Thespians. Scholarships range from $1,000-$2,000 For more information and to apply, visit https://schooltheatre.org/ scholarships/

Deadline: April 1

The Herbert Lehman Education Fund awards multiple $12,000 ($3,000 per year) scholarships to high school sen- iors. Must have a combined family income of less than $65,000, a record of academic achievement, and demon- strated commitment to public service. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.naacpldf.org/about-us/ scholarships/herbert-lehman-education-fund-scholarship/

Deadline: April 1

Project Yellow Light/Hunter Garner Scholarship awards multiple scholarships ranging from $2,000 -$8,0000 to high school students. Must submit a video, ad, a radio spot, or design for a billboard to promote safe driving. For details and to apply, visit https://www.projectyellowlight.com/how-it- works

Deadline: April 1

Jennifer Webb-Cook Gameplan Scholarship awards a $3,735 scholarship to a high school senior. Must be an athlete and come from a single-family home. For more information and to apply, visit https://bold.org/scholarships/ jennifer-webb-cook-gameplan-scholarship/#ref=best- scholarships

Deadline: April 1

Blitman Scholarship to Promote Diversity in Engineer- ing awards a $5,000 scholarship to a high school senior. Must be a member of an underrepresented ethnic minority in the field of engineering, accepted into an ABET-accredited engineering program at a 4-year college or university, and a U.S. citizen. For more information and to apply, visit https:// www.nspe.org/resources/students/scholarships/maureen-l- howard-n-blitman-pe-scholarship-promote-diversity

Deadline: April 1

Society of Hispanics in STEM Scholarship awards multiple scholarships ranging from $1,000 - $10,000 to high school seniors beginning a STEM undergraduate degree. Must have a 2.5 minimum GPA on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit https://shpe.org/engage/ programs/scholarshpe/

Deadline: April 2

Anne Ford Scholarship awards a $10,000 ($2,500 per year) scholarship to a high school senior with a learning disability or ADHD and will be attending a 4-year college in Fall 2023. For more information and to apply, visit https:// ncld.org/what-we-do/scholarships/anne-ford-scholarship/ Deadline: April 5

Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship awards a $5,000 ($2,500 per year) scholarship to a high school senior with a learning disability or ADHD and will be attending a 2-year college or vocational school in Fall 2023. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.ncld.org/what-we-do/ scholarships/allegra-ford-thomas-scholarship/
Deadline: April 5

Senah C. and C.A. Kent Foundation Scholarship

Awards scholarships to high school seniors who demonstrate moral character and qualities of leadership and good citizenship. Must have a 2.0 GPA or higher on 4.0 scale, demonstrate financial need and academic achievement. To apply, visit https://www.csascholars.org/ incapp/indexcss_std.php
Deadline: April 5

Auxiliary Nursing Care Scholarship awards a scholarship to a high school senior who will be majoring in nursing. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale and demonstrate financial need. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.csascholars.org/incapp/indexcss_std.php Deadline: April 6

Law School Opportunity Scholarship awards a $1,000 scholarship to a high school senior who will be pursuing a degree in law. For more information, video prompt, and to apply, visit https://www.salvimaher.com/scholarship

Deadline: April 6

USDA 1994 Tribal Scholars Program is a FULL Tuition, Fees, Room, and Board scholarship awarded to a high school senior planning on pursuing an agriculture or agriculture-related bachelor’s degree from one of the 1994 Land Grant Universities. Must be a US citizen, have an overall 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, and demonstrate leadership and community service. For details and to apply, visit https://www.usda.gov/tribalrelations/tribal-college-program

Deadline: April 9

Sage Valley Golf Foundation Scholarship is a $5,000 scholarship for a North Augusta high school senior with a B or C average; however, all graduating seniors are encouraged to apply. This scholarship is not tied to golf, but rather effort, achievement, and need. Handwritten applications will not be accepted. Please complete the fillable PDF https:// www.acpsd.net/cms/lib/SC02209457/Centricity/ Domain/7470/Sage%20Valley%20Fillable%20App% 202023.pdf

Deadline: April 10 to Coach Long in counseling office

Steinberg Law Firm Scholarship Program awards five $1,000 scholarships to South Carolina high school seniors attending college in Fall 2023. For additional information, essay topic, and to apply, visit https:// www.steinberglawfirm.com/giving-back/the-steinberg-law- firm-scholarship-program/

Deadline: 5:00 PM on April 10

Elmer Roe Deaver Foundation Scholarship awards a high school senior who is the child or descendent of a former Quaker City Life Insurance Company employee. For more information and to apply, visit

https:// www.csascholars.org/incapp/indexcss_std.php

Deadline: April 11

Diabetes Scholars awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors with Type 1 Diabetes. Must be attending college in Fall 2023/Spring 2024, and be a US citizen. For more information and to apply, visit https://beyondtype1.org/ diabetes-scholarships/

Deadline: April 14

ABA Member Scholarship awards multiple $5,000 scholarships to high school seniors who are dependents of full-time employees with an American Bus Association members. Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit https:// www.buses.org/aba-foundation/scholarships/aba-member

Deadline: April 14

ABA Academic Merit Scholarship awards two $5,000 scholarships to high school seniors with a 3.4 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.buses.org/aba-foundation/scholarships/ academic-merit
Deadline: April 14

ABA Diversity Scholarship awards a $5,000 scholarships to high school senior who will be majoring in a travel or tourism related major. For more information and to ap- ply, visit https://www.buses.org/aba-foundation/scholarships/diversity

Deadline: April 14

ABA Peter L. Picknelly Scholarship is a $2,500 scholarship awarded to a high school senior who is a dependent of a bus driver, mechanic, or maintenance personnel of an ABA member. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.buses.org/aba-foundation/scholarships/peter-l- picknelly

Deadline: April 14

2025 Kesha Young Scholarship awards a scholarship to a high school senior from an underrepresented minority group who is pursuing a career in healthcare. Must have a minimum 3.0 on 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit https://missionhealth.org/medical-professionals/ scholarships/2023-kesha-young-scholarship-application- instructions/

Deadline: April 14 by 5:00 PM

HITEC Foundation Scholarships awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors of Hispanic heritage who are majoring in technology or an approved technology-related major. Must have a minimum 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resided, or have Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status. For more information and to apply https://www.hitecglobal.org/foundation

Deadline: April 14

10 Words or Less Scholarship awards a $1,000 scholar- ship to a high school senior who will be attending college in the next fall term. For more information and to apply, visit https:// studentscholarships.org/easy.php

Deadline: April 15

ABA Yellow Ribbon Scholarship is a $5,000 scholar- ship awarded to a high school senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale who will be majoring in a transportation and tourism industry field. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.buses.org/aba- foundation/scholarships/yellow-ribbon-scholarship

Deadline: April 14

Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes is for students between the ages of 8-18 who have organized and led an extraordinary service activity that has benefited others or the planet we share. For more information and to apply, visit https://barronprize.org/apply/

Deadline: April 15

Tywanza Sanders Legacy Foundation Statewide Aca- demic Scholarship is offering multiple $2,000 scholarships to South Carolina high school seniors. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, accepted into a four-year college or university for Fall 2023, and demonstrate financial need. For application and essay prompt, visit https:// www.tywanzasanderslegacyfoundation.com/scholarships

Deadline: April 15

Tywanza Sanders Legacy Foundation Beauty Culture Scholarship is offering $1,500 scholarships to high school seniors who will be attending beauty school or college studying cosmetology or barbering for Fall, and demonstrate financial need. For application and essay prompt, visit https:// www.tywanzasanderslegacyfoundation.com/scholarships

Deadline: April 15

Tywanza Sanders Legacy Foundation Textbook Schol- arship is offering $500-$1,000 to scholarships to high school seniors to cover textbook costs. Applicants must be accepted into a four-year college or university for Fall 2023, and demonstrate financial need. For application and essay prompt, visit https:// www.tywanzasanderslegacyfoundation.com/scholarships

Deadline: April 15

Intertech STEM Scholarship awards a $2,500 scholar- ship to a high school senior studying computer science and will be a full-time student in Fall. Must have a 3.3 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.intertech.com/stem-scholarships/

Deadline: April 15

PFLAG Aiken Scholarship is a scholarship for a high school senior. Must be an Aiken County (SC) resident, accepted and attending college, technical school or vocational school in 2023-2024, identify as LGBTQ or a straight ally who can demonstrate interest in and/or service to the LGBTQI com-munity. Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. Application available in the counseling office.

Deadline: April 15

Minority Students x Stem Scholarship awards one $8,050 scholarship to a BIPOC high school senior majoring in engineering, computer science, or similar degrees. Must be a first generation student. For more information and to apply, visit https://bold.org/scholarships/minority-students-x -stem-scholarship/#ref=best-scholarships
Deadline: April 15

Porch Skilled Trade & Technology Scholarship awards four $2,000 scholarships to high school seniors pursuing a degree that enables you or others in your community to learn a new trade, develop skills and technology, or start a small business related to home services offered by Porch. For more information and to apply, visit https://porch.com/ resources/scholarships

Deadline: April 16

Glenn Miller Scholarship Competition is a $3,000 scholarship for a high school senior who intends to make music a central part of their future. For details and to apply, visit https://www.glennmiller.org/scholarship

Deadline: April 21

Student-View Scholarship awards multiple scholarships ranging from $500-$5,000 to high school seniors. No minimum GPA. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.student-view.com/ScholarshipWmap.html

Deadline: April 23

Julia B. Beensen Scholarship awards a scholarship to high school seniors who will be attending college in Fall 2023. Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale and demonstrate financial need. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.csascholars.org/beensen/index.php

Deadline: April 27

ANS Savannah River Section Benjamin Memorial Scholarship is a scholarship awarded to a high school senior attending a four-year or two-year college or university in Fall 2023 with a major in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics. Applications available in the counseling office.

Deadline: April 28

Mike Rowe WORKS Scholarship awards $1,000,000 in scholarships to high school seniors that will be completing a trade-related program or plan to enroll in a 2-year college, vocational, technical, or other approved program. Four year degrees are NOT eligible. For application details, visit https://www.mikeroweworks.org/scholarship/

Deadline: April 28

International Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH) Essay Contest is an essay contest for high school seniors and the first and second prize winners will receive a $2,000 and $1,000 scholarship. For more information and to enter, visit https://www.iwsh.org/hidden/iwsh- essay-scholarship-contest/

Deadline: April 28

Lift Parts Express Scholarship awards a $500 scholar- ship to high school seniors who will be attending college in Fall 2023. For additional Information, essay topic, and to apply visit https://forkliftpartsindiana.com/forkliftparts.php

Deadline: April 30

Aiken Singers Music Scholarship awards a $2,000 scholarship to a high school senior in Aiken County. Must be a current students of a local voice or performance teacher and will continue vocal or instrumental studies at the college level. Applications are available in the counseling office. Deadline: April 30

Abbott Painters Scholarship awards is a $500 scholarship awarded to a high school senior attending a post- secondary institution in Fall with any major. For details and to apply visit https://painterslangley.com/apply

Deadline: April 30

SBO Essay Contest awards ten $1,000 scholarships to high school students. Must complete an essay about a music teacher who has changed your life. For more information and to enter, visit https://sbomagazine.com/2023-essay- contest/

Deadline: April 30

Discover Student Loans Scholarship is a monthly $500 scholarship awarded to a high school senior who plans to attend college in Fall. For more information and to apply, visit https://scholarship.collegecovered.com/? acmpgn=E_EAW_CSEM_BM_X_BMHS2#/rules

Deadline: April 30

Trent Hutto Memorial Scholarship is a $2,000 scholarship for a high school senior. Parent must be a member of the Aiken County Farm Bureau, have a minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale, and studying agriculture or an ag-related field. Application available in the counseling office.

Deadline: April 30

Snapology STEM Studies Scholarship awards a $2,500 scholarship to a female high school senior interested in pursuing a STEM education. For more information and to apply, visit https://scholarshipowl.com/scholarship/23423- snapology-stem-studies-scholarship?

Deadline: April 30

Shawn Carter Scholarship Fund (SCSF) awards multiple scholarships for high school seniors who will be enrolled in vocational or trade school or 2-year or 4-year colleges or universities. Must have a minimum 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale and have a household income below $75,000 per year. For more information and to apply, visit https:// www.shawncartersf.com/scholarship-fund/

Deadline: April 30

No Essay Smart Owl Scholarship awards four (4) $1,000 scholarships each month to students ages 16 and older. For information and to apply, visit www.scholarshipowl.com

Deadline: April 30

Scholarship Points Scholarship awards a monthly $2,500 scholarship to high school students. For more information and to apply, visit www.scholarshippoints.com

Deadline: April 30

Niche No Essay Scholarship is a monthly $2,000 scholarship open to all high school students. To apply, visit https://www.niche.com/

Deadline: April 30

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Odenza Vacations Scholarship awards a $500 scholarship to a high school senior. Must have a 2.5 GPA or higher. For more information, essay prompt, and to apply, visit https://odenzavacationsscholarships.com/

Deadline: May 1

Leavitt Machinery (LM) Scholarship Program awards a $500 scholarship to a high school senior. Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher and attending a college or university in Fall. For more information, essay prompt, and to apply, visit https://forklifttraininggrandeprairie.com/

Deadline: May 1

Joye Law Firm Scholarship will award six $2,000 scholarships to a high school seniors planning on attending a 4- year institution of higher learning in Fall. For applica- tion details and the essay prompt, visit https:// www.joyelawfirm.com/joye-scholarship-program/

Deadline: May 1

Joye Law Firm HBCU Scholarship will award a $2,000 scholarship to a high school senior planning on attending an HBCU college or university in Fall. For application details and the essay prompt, visit https:// www.joyelawfirm.com/hbcu-scholarship-program/

Deadline: May 1

The Paradigm Challenge is an ongoing competition for students ages 4-18 to use kindness, creativity, and collaboration to make a difference and win up to $100,000. For more information and to apply, visit HERE .

Deadline: May 1

PHCC Educational Foundation Scholarships awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors who will be en- rolled in a PHCC-approved plumbing or HVAC program, a full-time certificate or degree program, or a full-time undergraduate program with a major directly related to the plumb- ing-heating-cooling industry. For more information and to apply visit https://www.phccfoundation.org/foundation/ scholarship-program/

Deadline: May 1

Axel D. Adams Foundation awards four $500 scholarships to high school seniors in Aiken County. Must be African-American, demonstrate leadership qualities, participate in extracurricular activities, have community service experi- ence, and have a 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. Deadline: May 1

Got a Spine Scholarship awards a $500 scholarship to a high school senior. Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale and attending a college or university in Fall 2023. For more information, essay prompt, and to apply, visit https://arcticchiropracticfairbanks.com/ chiropractor_fairbanks.php

Deadline: May 2

Review It Scholarship awards a $1,000 scholarship to a high school senior. Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale and attending a college or university in Fall. For more information, essay prompt, and to apply, visit https://chiureviewsscholarship.com/reviews.php

Deadline: May 15

Lavina Michl Wright Scholarship awards a scholarship to a high school senior who has demonstrated academic achievement, leadership ability, service in the community, and has financial need. Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit https:// www.csascholars.org/incapp/indexcss_std.php

Deadline: May 25

Humanity Scholarship awards one $25,000 and five $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors who will be attending college in Fall. For additional Information and to apply visit https://www.authenticid.com/careers/ scholarships-spring-2023/

Deadline: May 30

L’Oreal Professional Empowering Diversity Scholarship

Awards a $5,000 scholarship to high school seniors who identify as a person of color and will be enrolled in a cosmetology program that leads to licensure. For more information and to apply, visit HERE -

Deadline: May 31

AISES Chevron Scholarship awards multiple $5,000 per year scholarships to high school seniors who are enrolled citizens or a descendent of an enrolled Tribal citizen. Also open to Pacific Islanders, natives of Alaska or Hawaii and First Nations students Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale and be enrolled in a select major for Fall term. For more information and to apply, visit HERE .

Deadline: May 31

No Essay Smart Owl Scholarship awards four (4) $1,000 scholarships each month to students ages 16 and older. For more information and to apply, visit www.scholarshipowl.com

Deadline: May 31

Scholarship Points Scholarship awards a monthly $2,500 scholarship to high school students. For more information and to apply, visit www.scholarshippoints.com

Deadline: May 31

Niche No Essay Scholarship is a monthly $2,000 scholarship open to all high school students. To apply, visit https://www.niche.com

Deadline: May 31

•JUNE•

Crowning Lupus J.E.N. Scholarship is a scholarship named after the founder’s sister, Jessica Elaine Nealious and will be awarded to an Aiken County high school senior who will be attending a two or four year school in Fall of 2023. Applications available in the counseling office.

Deadline: June 5

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship is a $1,000 scholarship available to a high school junior or senior. Must submit an essay. Information and application can be found at https:// abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php

Deadline: June 10

Anastapoulo Law Firm “Tragedy to Triumph” Scholarship awards a $1,000 scholarship to a high school senior. For more information, essay topic, and to apply, visit HERE .

Deadline: June 15

Home Depot’s Path to Pro Scholarship Program is a $2,000 scholarship for a high school senior planning on attending a two-year technical college or trade related program focused on carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, or construction management. For more information and to apply, visit HERE .

Deadline: June 30

No Essay Smart Owl Scholarship awards four (4) $1,000 scholarships each month to students ages 16 and older. For information and to apply, visit www.scholarshipowl.com

Deadline: June 30

Scholarship Points Scholarship awards a monthly $2,500 scholarship to high school students. For more information and to apply, visit www.scholarshippoints.com

Deadline: June 30

SkillPointe Foundation $1,000 Scholarship for Technical/Vocational Training awards a minimum of two $1,000 scholarships to students in construction, healthcare, energy, manufacturing, transportation and other fields. Must be attending a certificate, training, or two-year degree program. For more information and to apply, visit HERE

Deadline: June 30

Automotive Hall of Fame Scholarship awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors with an interest in an automotive career. Must be enrolled full-time in Fall term and have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit HERE

Deadline: June 30

How to Write a Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI)

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:17:00 GMT

LOCI - Letter of Continued Interest

If you are deferred from Early Action (or Early Decision) for reconsideration in the next round or if you are waitlisted, you’ll want to provide a LOCI (Letter of Continued Interest) to the school to maximize your chances in the next round. Upload it to your portal for that college and/or send it to your admissions counselor at that college.

Here are some rules for a LOCI:

The DON’TS

1- Don’t whine or complain about not getting in yet. And especially don’t mention that someone else you know got in already and you’re way more qualified than they are.

2- Don’t just re-emphasize why you love the school and how you’ve grown up going to their football games and how sad your parents will be if you don’t get in. And never talk about how you “bleed blue” or “bleed orange”. There will be no bloodshed in letters to a college!

The DO’S

1- Do open with an upbeat greeting and that you’re excited you still have the potential to get a “yes” in the next round.

2- Update them on your news since you applied. How did the first semester go? Did you get any new awards or accomplishments they should know about? Do you have a new/different job? Fill them in.

3- Remind them of why you specifically hope to attend that school. What about their specific program, majors, etc. fit you uniquely in ways that other colleges don’t? Feel free to refer to particular courses, professors, or opportunities that appeal to you.

4- Remind them of how you’ll contribute to the campus. Even if you want to be a physics major, mention your intention for trying out for the marching band or orchestra. Or, note a particular club or outreach that specifically aligns with your goals. Paint a picture of where they’ll find you on campus outside of the classroom.

5- Wrap it up with something positive, empathizing with the difficulty of their decisions.

Example:

I know you get far more qualified students than you can accept and I can only imagine how stressful it is to decide who to admit. With that in mind, I’ll leave you with one final thought.

In addition to what you see on my application and transcript, I’d just like to add that if you’re seeking to admit students who genuinely love learning, who want to be part of an active and engaged community, who build friendships easily, and who consistently treat others with respect and kindness, then I think I could be a great candidate!

Sincerely, (your name)

I hope this guide helps you keep the door open to getting the response you want next time! And if you do, that’s great! If you don’t, move on to the other options that are before you. Trust the process.

2026 Summer Pre-College Camps, Research, Internships, & Special Programs for Teens

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:51:45 GMT

College-Based Summer Camps Are Open for Registration!

Explore pre-college camps all around the country, by doing an internet search for "Pre-college camps Engineering" (or whatever your topic of interests) or by institution, like "Pre-college camps NC State" (or your school of choice).

To save you some time we have compiled a very extensive list of camps and programs for you. Just click on the button to access it.

Discover career interests, Explore passions and Experience a college campus.

If you've ever attended our College Bound Essentials workshop, you'll know we recommend that each summer of high school consist of:

Something for your own enrichment
Something that benefits others
Something for fun
Read 2 good books of your own choosing

When it comes to the 1st item, " enrichment ", a good option to consider is an academic or career exploration camp offered by a university. These typically last 1-2 weeks and can help students discover careers of interest, help them explore colleges as a temporary student, and step out and make a new set of friends.

Most camps are "residential", meaning that the student will live in the dorms and eat in the cafeteria for that week. Some of the colleges in my list are only day camps but they'll be clearly noted.

50 Highest Paying College Majors in 2025

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 14:41:06 GMT

Using data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York—and factoring in both early and mid-career salaries—these are the ten highest-paying college majors along with the average salary reported by graduates aged 22-27:

1) Computer Engineering: $80,000

Computer engineering majors learn the ins and outs of computer construction. This major is like product design but specifically focused on computers. You have the chance to come up with new computer systems while gaining experience in research, advancing existing technologies, and testing. Maybe you’ll even graduate with a patent or two!

2) Chemical Engineering: $79,000

Chemical engineering majors study the ins and outs of chemical processes, immersing themselves in topics like thermodynamics, process design, and fluid mechanics. Out in the workforce, a chemical engineer’s skillset is quite versatile and in demand, with chemical engineers found in sectors from environmental engineering to pharmaceuticals. Certain specialties, like petroleum engineering, can be especially lucrative.

Read: Best Colleges for Chemical Engineering .

3) Computer Science: $78,000

Of the highest-paying college majors, computer science is one of the most popular. Affording a blend of the technical and creative, this major equips you to work across industries. Plus, studying computer science gives you the tools to shape thoughtful tech policy, the need for which will likely increase with the growth of AI. Even though Big Tech has suffered from layoffs over the past several years, and some entry-level CS sectors are currently oversaturated, there are many remunerative ways to apply a computer science degree.

Read: Best Colleges for Computer Science

4) Aerospace Engineering: $74,000

Majoring in aerospace engineering will provide in-depth training in aerodynamics, structural design, materials science, and flight mechanics. Accordingly, aerospace engineers are often found putting their skills to good use in the aviation, spacecraft, and defense industries. Certain states, like California, Texas, and Florida, are especially good locations for aerospace majors.

Read: Best Colleges for Aerospace Engineering

5) Electrical Engineering: $72,000

Was your favorite part of science class building circuit boards? If so, then an electrical engineering major might be the right fit. Think classroom circuits, but turbo-charged. You will acquire fluency in electromagnetism, materials science, and more. With this knowledge base, you can enter an array of industries, from renewable energy and telecommunications to healthcare.

Read: Best Colleges for Electrical Engineering.

6) Industrial Engineering: $71,000

In a world ruled by highly efficient businesses in the mold of Amazon or Walmart, there is a constant need to improve industrial productivity, delivery, scheduling, and customer service. It is often said that industrial engineering is where “engineering meets people” as those in the field bring principles of mathematics, economics, and systems analysis directly onto the manufacturing floor. Banks, governments, transportation agencies, hospitals, and utility companies are also major employers of industrial engineers.

Read: Best Colleges for Industrial Engineering.

7) Mechanical Engineering: $70,000

Mechanical engineers are tasked with taking something from an idea to a product that is functional, durable, and aesthetically pleasing. To accomplish this monumental task, students must become well-versed in physics, engineering, and materials science. The job outlook for mechanical engineers is excellent, due, in part, to the wide variety of industries that hire them, including the automative, biomedical, and manufacturing sectors.

Read: Best Colleges for Mechanical Engineering

8) Finance: $66,000

Finance majors emerge from their undergraduate studies as budding experts in areas such as stocks, bonds, wealth management, financial planning, investment banking, and venture capitalism. Future Wall Street wolves hoping to enter a major financial firm such as Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan Chase, or BlackRock would do well to attend a college or university that serves as direct pipelines to such companies.

Read: Best Colleges for Finance

9) Economics: $65,000

While some who major in this highly rigorous discipline will go on to obtain graduate degrees and earn the title of “economist,” most economics majors will parlay their skills into employment opportunities in government, finance, and the business world. Accordingly, they emerge from four years of study with a deep understanding of market forces, regulations, trade, finance, and the principles of economic theory.

Read: Best Colleges for Economics

10) Construction Services: $64,000

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the industry of construction management to grow by 8% through 2029, good news for young people with a passion for pursuing a degree in this field. A bachelor’s degree can put students on the path toward becoming facilities managers, site engineers, surveyors, sustainability consultants, or even down the road—senior-level managers and executives for large construction companies.

Read: Best Colleges for Construction Management

The rest:

Great Third Party Scholarship Sites (for all grades)

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 19:57:54 GMT

Even for those scrambling at the last minute!

Current seniors, and for that matter, juniors, sophomores and freshmen, can pursue funds from 3rd-party, independent, sources who want to help students fund college. (And you can keep applying for 3rd party scholarships each year of college.)

These 3 free sites will let you create a profile in order to be matched to scholarships that might fit you well.

1- Scholarships360.org- HERE - This site has a lot of helpful resources and is easy to navigate. Example: HERE is a quick list of scholarships you can review.

2- GoingMerry.com - HERE - Going Merry has a wealth of scholarships to pursue. Their interface helps you apply for scholarships from one, user friendly, centralized application .

3- Scholarships.com -- HERE - This free site does a great job of matching students to potential fits and managing the scholarships they want to pursue.

THINK YOU'RE DONE ONCE YOU SUBMIT YOUR COLLEGE APPLICATIONS? Afraid not!

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 19:28:55 GMT

There are extra forms! But no worries- we have you covered!

1) SRAR- The Self-Reported Academic Record:

Some colleges, such as Clemson, Univ of Tenn, Va Tech, Baylor, NYU, Northeastern, and many public universities in FL, require that students go to a national site and type in all of the courses and grades from their transcript.

Some also need you to enter your scores for SAT, ACT, and AP tests. Make sure to complete the SRAR by the application deadline.

HERE is the SRAR site. Start by creating a login and password.
HERE is a list of all of the colleges that require it.

NEED HELP?

HERE is a great tutorial video created by Penn State. (But this info applies to the process for all colleges.)
HERE is a great page with important do's and don'ts (by the Univ of Tenn). It also offers some helpful video tutorials.

2) NC RCN- The NC Residency Certification Number:

Students from NC who are applying to any public university in NC must get a residency certification number from the state that confirms that they qualify for in-state tuition.

Parents typically complete this process by going HERE . If your student already has an account with CFNC, use that same login information on that page. Otherwise, create a new login and password.

Once you get the RCN number, enter that number on the Common App for every application for a public university in NC.

3) FAFSA- The Free Application for Federal Student Aid:

Delayed again this year!

The FAFSA is the federal form by which students can get grants and/or loans to help fund college. Grants do not need to be repaid, so we like those better than loans! For the class of 2025, parents will need to input data from the 2023 taxes.

The FAFSA site went through a major renovation last year that caused frustrating delays and major complications. We were all hoping that this year would be better but yet again, the FAFSA site has announced that it will NOT open on Oct 1st this year, as planned. Instead, it will probably open around Dec 1st.

Parents typically complete this process by going HERE . You are applying for aid for the 2025/26 school year , not for the 2024/25 year that is currently displayed. If your student is currently a high school senior, you need to wait for the 2025/26 form to be available.

We will send out an alert once it goes live.

If you need help completing this form once it is available , you can book with our associate, Nancy Manning, who will walk you through it. She has a background in finance and has years of experience helping families with FAFSA and CSS Profile. To book, go to Scholarshipgold.com , click on " Book an A La Carte Appt," and book a time to meet with Nancy.

4) CSS/Profile: A financial aid form needed by very generous colleges.

This is a different financial aid form (not FAFSA) that is required by only certain colleges. It is the form used for colleges to give out financial aid from their own pockets, not from the government. Filling this out can result in surprisingly generous financial aid offers, even for higher income families.

CSS/Profile will be available on Oct 1st (even though FAFSA is delayed). We encourage you to complete it as soon as you can, so that funds are more available.

Click HERE to go to the CSS Profile site. Do not complete it until after Oct 1st, when the 2025/26 form is available.
HERE is a list of all of the colleges that require CSS Profile. Only complete it if you have at least one school that requires it.

To book a meeting, go to Scholarshipgold.com , click on Book an A La Carte Appt , and book a time to meet with Nancy after October 1st.

5) OTHER STEPS BEFORE YOUR APPLICATION FILE IS COMPLETE

In addition to the forms above, there are certain steps students need to take to complete their application file:

Send official SAT and/or ACT scores- If you are using test scores as part of your application, you'll need to send the scores officially from the testing agency. (even if you self-reported them on your application). Log onto Collegeboard.org to send SAT scores and ACT.org to send ACT scores. You do not need to officially send AP scores at this point. Wait until the scores come out after the end of your senior year and then only send them to the school where you will be attending.
Make sure your counselor sends your transcripts - This process will vary at different high schools, depending on if your school uses Naviance, SCOIR, or some other method for managing student data. Check with your counselor if you're unsure of what to do at your school.
Confirm that your recommendation writers are still on track to write their letters on your behalf before the college deadline. You can go ahead and submit your applications as you get them ready. Youre recommendations can be uploaded by the recommendation writers after that- no problem. But do make sure that all of your rec writers are still able to submit their recommendation letters before the college's application deadline.

Other Interesting Nuggets

1. Curious about using an ROTC scholarship to fund college?

Could be a great option! HERE is a solid source, by TodaysMilitary.com , that will help you explore that idea. While it can be a way to fund college without loans, students need to carefully consider their commitment after college.

2. Want to hear what current college students say about their college?

Investigate Niche.com . If you're looking for insight into a college from the students ' perspective, take a look at Niche.com for candid feedback and a "report card" generated by students on topics such as dorms, food, professors, campus life, etc. It's not scientifically collected data but might give a bit of personal insight into a school. On the site, click on Colleges along the top menu. Type in the school you'd like to investigate and review from there.

3. Want to review national ranking of colleges?

Then click HERE to see the Forbes list. You can filter it by state, public vs private, etc. (US News and World Report also creates their own rankings but you have to buy an online subscription to see it.) Bear in mind that there are inherent flaws with the ranking process, so please don't read too much into them. Still, the list has a lot of good info on each school.

Better yet, consider reviewing the Princeton Review's Best 389 College s- 2024 edition. You can purchase the book on their site HERE but you can also access a lot of its data free online by clicking HERE . You can scroll down the page and find out which colleges have the happiest students, the best professors, the best career services, and much more.

Scholarship Gold Nuggets

Resources to help with AP Physics

These resources are recommended by Collegeboard.org to help AP Physics students better understand the material.

SAT & ACT Guidance & Score Comparison Chart

Register for the SAT on Collegeboard.org Register for ACT on ACT.org

Instant Scholarships for SAT and ACT Scores

How to Write a Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI)

LOCI - Letter of Continued Interest

2026 Summer Pre-College Camps, Research, Internships, & Special Programs for Teens

College-Based Summer Camps Are Open for Registration!

50 Highest Paying College Majors in 2025

Great Third Party Scholarship Sites (for all grades)

Even for those scrambling at the last minute!

THINK YOU'RE DONE ONCE YOU SUBMIT YOUR COLLEGE APPLICATIONS? Afraid not!

Register for the SAT on Collegeboard.org
Register for ACT on ACT.org