2015/12/17

Mississippi Excellence in Teaching Program

Priority deadline for the Mississippi Excellence in Teaching Program (METP) is January 5. 

 

Applications will be accepted past this date, but priority will be given to those who apply by January 5.


METP benefits include:


• Full scholarship including tuition, books and fees for up to four years
• Annual housing allowance
• Annual campus meal plan
• $1000 technology stipend
• $6000 study abroad experience
• Funding to attend national teaching conferences
• Cross campus learning experiences with our partners at Mississippi State


Students can apply online at metp.olemiss.edu by clicking the "Apply to METP" tab. If you have any questions, please contact Blake Adams at 662-915-2617 or email him at metp@olemiss.edu.

2015/12/07

James B. Collins Memorial Scholarship

Requirements


·   Applicant must be a graduating high school senior in the final half of his/her school year, or a high school graduate within six months of the application deadline. 
·   Applicant must aspire to attend an institution of higher learning.
·   Applicant must have a financial need.
·   Applicant must have an academic grade point average of 2.5 or higher.
·   Applicant must have provided service to his/her community.
·   Application must be submitted on the current JBCMF Scholarship Form. Incomplete applications or submissions that do not follow the submission criteria will not be processed or considered for evaluation.
·   Applicant must include two letters of recommendation from: (1) high school principal, academic dean, or guidance counselor and (2) a high school teacher.
·   Applicant must include documentation of grade point average, SAT and/or ACT scores.
·   Applicant may attach any documentation of leadership honors and/or community service recognition.
·   Applicant may attach documentation evidencing any advanced placement or college level courses.
 
Deadline

JBCMF must receive applications in its Post Office Box no later than January 30, 2016 to be considered by the selection panel. No exceptions to this deadline will be allowed. Any incomplete applications or applications received after this date will not be considered for selection. No applications by fax or e-mail transmission will be accepted.


Application forms can be found here or you can visit the counseling office for a paper copy! 


2015/12/01

Scholarships Opportunities

1. Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarships 

20 Students will be awarded $5,000!

 Deadline for submission is December 5, 2015


2. 2015 Scholarship Points Awards

10 Students will be awarded $10,000!

Deadline for submission is December 8, 2015

 

3. Flosum Scholarship

1 Student will be awarded $750!

Deadline for submission is December 15, 2015


4. Solution Reach Scholarships

2 Students will be awarded $2,000!

Deadline for submissoin is December 18, 2015!

 3.2 GPA and college/university acceptance required to apply

 

5. CrossLites Scholarships 

33 Students will be awarded $4,000!

Deadline for submission is December 31, 2015

Submission of an essay is required. 

 

6. 10 Words or Less Scholarship 

1 Student will be awarded $500!

Deadline for submission is January 29, 2016

 

7. You Deserve It Scholarship 

1 Student will be awarded $1,000!

Deadline for submission is February 15, 2016


THE LINK FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIPS LISTED ABOVE AND MORE IS HERE!


2015/11/04

Mississippi County Employee Scholarship Program

MISSISSIPPI COUNTY EMPLOYEE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Students with an immediate relative (parent, stepparent, grandparents, step-grandparent, legal guardian or spouse) currently working for or retired from a Mississippi county are eligible to apply. 

For the 2015-2016 school year, MAS will award up to two $500 scholarships per county!

For more info visit the website at http://www.mssupervisors.org/scholarship-program. 

DEADLINE IS MARCH 1, 2016 

2015/11/02

University of Memphis Update

Homecoming 2015- Let the Good Times ROAR!” We have many reasons to celebrate at Homecoming this year, including cheering on our nationally-ranked football team as we take on the Navy Midshipman for the first time in our program’s history. The homecoming game is set for Saturday, November 7, and we have many festivities surrounding the game including a parade and pep rally on Friday, November 6. Visit our web site for a full schedule of events.

Campus Tours: The University of Memphis offers campus tours each weekday at 9:30am & 1:30pm. Touring campus is the best way for students to know if a university is right for them! Students can sign up online or by calling (901) 678-2169. Tours of our Lambuth campus in Jackson, TN are available each weekday at 9:30am or by appointment, and reservations can be made by visiting their web site or calling (731) 425-1964.

Merit-Based Scholarships: Our admissions deadline for priority scholarship consideration remains December 1st this year, and students may qualify with a minimum ACT score of 25 and GPA of 3.0. To be eligible for our merit-based scholarships, students must have applied and been admitted by the December 1st deadline.  For full scholarship details visit the Scholarship web site.

Emerging Leaders and First Scholars Scholarships: These scholarships require separate applications and have a deadline of February 1st.  The Emerging Leaders scholarship is awarded to a limited number of students with demonstrated leadership backgrounds and interest in leadership development programs. A comprehensive application and interview is required, and the scholarship award is $5,500 per year. The First Scholars scholarship is awarded to a limited number of first-generation college students whose parents have no education beyond two years of college. A separate application and student’s FAFSA must be completed by February 1, and the scholarship award is $5,000 per year. Students receiving both the Emerging Leaders and First Scholars scholarships are required to live on campus in designated residence halls as freshmen.

Washington Monthly Names UofM Among Top National Universities: The 2015 Washington Monthly College Guide ranks the UofM No. 40 among its list of national universities. The UofM is ranked fifth in the category of service staff, courses, and financial support. Washington Monthly rates schools on their contribution to the public good in the broad categories of social mobility, research, and service. Go Tigers Go!

2015/10/28

Middle Tennessee State University VISIT DAYS

FALL BLUE TOUR RECEPTION DAYS 

November 16, 2015 

Peabody Hotel 

149 Union Avenue 

Memphis, TN 

 

The True Blue Tour is an annual opportunity for prospective students and their parents to hear firsthand from MTSU representatives, and get important information from counselors about admissions and financial aid. This is our chance to explain the remarkable educational experience MTSU offers. Admissions counselors will also meet with high school counselors at eight of the tour stops and provide them with campus and program updates.

 

 TO REGISTER CLICK HERE

2015/10/27

Scholarship Search Engine

The scholarship websites listed below will provide EVERYONE with an opportunity to apply for at least ONE scholarship. You may have to do a little research within the website but take the time to go through each one or create an account if necessary and find ONE scholarship you can submit an application!!

https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search
http://www.collegescholarships.org/scholarships/
http://www.fastweb.com/
https://www.meritaid.com/
https://scholarships.uncf.org/
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships

2015/10/26

SCHOLARSHIPS for North Mississippi Seniors

North Mississippi Area Scholarships

Byron Keith Mallett Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Award: $1000
Deadline: March
Recipients: Lake Cormorant High School Seniors
Details: 3.0 GPA, financial need, essay
http://cfnm.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Byron-SCHOLARSHIP-APPLICATION-UPDATED-9-2-14.pdf


Christian Brothers Automotive Good Samaritan Scholarship
Award: $1,500
Deadline: May
Recipients: DeSoto County seniors
Details: Excel in the classroom and active in community; essay
https://www.cappex.com/scholarship/listings/Christian-Brothers-Automotive-Good-Samaritan-Scholarships/-s-d-40296


Cindy Lipscomb Scholarship
Recipients: Senior in DeSoto County
http://cfnm.org/grants/scholarships/
David Haire Memorial Scholarship Fund
Award: $1000
Deadline: March
Recipients: Seniors from DeSoto County
Details: Must be enrolled in a music program in DeSoto County; Must have a 3.0 GPA; essay
http://cfnm.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/David-Haire-Scholarship-Ap.pdf


DeSoto County Farm Bureau Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: April
Recipients: Seniors;Must be a DeSoto County Farm Bureau member or the child of a DeSoto County Farm Bureau member
Details: Essay; 2 letters of reference
http://www.northwestms.edu/wp-content/uploads/farm-bureau-scholarship.pdf


Fred E. Jones Memorial Scholarship – Herk Foundation
Award: $500
Recipients: Must be a student in DeSoto, Lafayette, Marshall, Panola, Tate, or Tunica County
Details: 2.5 GPA; Must major or minor in Music Education and/or subject area with teacher licensure
http://www.herkfoundation.org/mission/php


Get2College $100,000 Scholarship Competition
Award: $1,000 to the college of choice
Deadline: December 1, 2015
Recipients: Seniors who are residents of Mississippi attending a Mississippi high school or home schooled
Details: application, plus two questions
Get2College $100,000 Scholarship Competition


Junior Auxiliary of DeSoto County
Award: $1000
Deadline: April
Recipients: seniors
Details: 2 Letters of Recommendation; Transcript
http://www.jadesoto.org/index.php/scholarship-opportunities/25-stacy-browning-memorial-scholarship


Junior Auxiliary of Tate-Panola
Award: $1000
Deadline: April
Recipients: seniors in Tate or North Panola County
http://www.jatatepanola.org/undergraduate-scholarship.html


Noah’s Gift
Award: up to $2500
Deadline: October
Recipients: 13-19 years old
Details: Must have a passion for others; essay
http://cfnm.org/grants/scholarships/


Northcentral Electric Power Company College Scholarship
Award: $1000
Deadline: March
Recipients: Seniors
Details: academic achievement and leadership
http://www.northcentralepa.com/myCommunity/Scholarships.aspx


Northwest Mississippi Association of Realtors
Award: $1000
Deadline: April
Recipients: Seniors in DeSoto, Tate, Tunica, or Marshall County
http://nwmar.com/community/

Olive Branch Arts Council
Deadline: April
Recipients: seniors graduating from an Olive Branch high school
Details: Artwork presentation; Reference letter
http://obarts.com/images/stories/artscholarshipapp.pdf

Olive Twig Humanitarian Group Scholarship
Award: $1000
Deadline: April
Recipients: Must attend Lewisburg, Olive Branch, DeSoto Central, or Center Hill High School, a private school or be homeschooled
Details: essay
Application in high school guidance office or theboss8280@aol.com

Optimist Club of Hernando
Deadline: April
Recipients: seniors in Hernando area
Details: 2 letters of recommendation
http://www.hernandooptimist.org/scholarship.htm

Southaven Rotary Club: Watson-McGuire and Gilless Rotary Scholarship
Award: $1500
Deadline: April
Recipients: seniors
Details: GPA of 2.75 and 20 on ACT; financial need, academic performance, and leadership ability
http://cfnm.org/grants/scholarships/

Stacy Browning Memorial Scholarship
Award: $1000
Deadline: April
Recipients: seniors
Details: Major in area directly benefitting children of DeSoto County; resume; essay
http://www.jadesoto.org/index.php/scholarship-opportunities/6-stacy-browning-memorial-scholarship

Tunica County Education Foundation, PFC William Brandon Dawson Memorial Scholarship
Award: $1000
Deadline: April
Recipients: Tunica, Coahoma, DeSoto County students, college students, and veterans under the age of 25 are encouraged to apply
http://pfcwilliambrandondawsonmemorial.org/

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Psy Beta Zeta Chapter
Deadline: April
Recipients: Residents of DeSoto, Tate, or Tunica counties
Details: GPA of 3.0; 500 word personal statement required
http://www.southavenzetas1920.org/programs.html

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship

ELIGIBILITY 

  • Senior standing – Plan to graduate from a U.S. high school in spring 2016.
  • Fall College Enrollment – Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college beginning in fall 2016.
  • GPA – Earn a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above.
  • Test Scores – Receive standardized test scores in the top 15%: SAT combined critical reading and math score of 1200 or above and/or ACT composite score of 26 or above.
  • Income – Demonstrate significant unmet financial need. We will consider applicants with family income up to $95,000. However, we anticipate that a majority of scholarship recipients will be eligible to receive a Pell grant.

Visit the website here to apply now but act fast the DEADLINE is November 3, 2016.

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Please note that we have a new call center for students, recommenders, and parents to contact during application season:

1-800-941-3300

2015/10/23

APPLY TO COLLEGE

EVERYONE needs to have applied to college at this point in the semester, because scholarship deadlines are quickly approaching and most schools require you to be ADMITTED prior to being considered for scholarships!

SCHOLARSHIPS DEADLINES: 

University of Mississippi -- JANUARY 5, 2016
Mississippi State University -- DECEMBER 1, 2015
University of Memphis -- DECEMBER 1, 2015
Delta State University -- DECEMBER 15, 2015


Visit the counseling office if you need information about any other schools!!

2015/10/13

Academy Day 2015

Are you interested in serving your country and attending one of America's prestigious military academies? Then come and learn more from Congressman Trent Kelly's annual Academy Day!


Saturday October 31, 2015

10:00 am - 12:00 pm 

Army Aviation Support Facility #2

3005 W. Jackson Street, Tupelo, MS 38801 


For more information contact the Military Academy Liaison at (662) 841- 8808


Exploring College Options Student/Parent Information Sessions

DUKE - GEORGETOWN - HARVARD - PENN - STANFORD 

Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn State, and Standford will be visiting the Memphis area on Wednesday, October 14 for prospective students interested in these universities.  The sessions will be held at the Marriott Memphis East on 5795 Popular Avenue at 7:30 P.M. 


RSVP at www.exploringcollegeoptions.org 

 

 

2015/10/06

University of Memphis Audition Day 2015-2016

AUDITION DAYS 2015-2016

DECEMBER 5 -- FEBRUARY 6 -- FEBRUARY 20 -- FEBRUARY 27 

IMPORTANT DATES: 


1. Applicants seeking undergraduate School of Music talent-based/performance scholarships for Fall 2016 should apply to the School of Music by December 1, audition by the end of February, and be accepted by the University BEFORE their audition. 

2. Applicants who are seeking undergraduate academic awards and who are fully admitted to the University of Memphis by December 1, 2015, will be given priority scholarship consideration.

3. Applicants seeking graduate assistant ships for Fall 2016 should apply to the School of Music by February 1, audition by the end of February and apply to the University by March 1.


Washington and Lee University Visiting the Memphis Area!

Memphis Univeristy School 

6191 Park Avenue (Wunderlich Auditorium)

Memphis, TN 

October 24, 2015 

2:00 PM 

 

An admissions counselor wil provide a short presentation, and alumni will be present to answer any questions or concerns for students and families.

2015/10/05

Lane College Preview Days



  • Enjoy lunch in the Phillips Dining Hall on any preview day for only $5.00 per person.
  • Visitors and friends are invited to attend our Homecoming Game on Saturday, October 16, 2015 for a discounted rate.

 Lane College
Office of Admissions
545 Lane Avenue
Jackson, TN 38301
731-426-7533
1-800-960-7533
admissions@lanecollege.edu
www.lanecollege.edu

2015/10/02

University of Memphis October Update

Campus Tours: The University of Memphis offers campus tours each weekday at 9:30am & 1:30pm. Touring campus is the best way for students to know if a university is right for them! Students can sign up online or by calling (901) 678-2169. Tours of our Lambuth campus in Jackson, TN are available each weekday at 9:30am or by appointment, and reservations can be made by visiting their web site or calling (731) 425-1964.

Lambuth Campus Open House: Our Lambuth Campus in Jackson, TN will be hosting an open house on Saturday, October 31. Students can find more details and make reservations for the event online.

Merit-Based Scholarships: Our admissions deadline for priority scholarship consideration remains December 1st this year, and students may qualify with a minimum ACT score of 25 and GPA of 3.0. To be eligible for our merit-based scholarships, students must have applied and been admitted by the December 1st deadline.  For full scholarship details visit the Scholarship web site.

Emerging Leaders and First Scholars Scholarships: These scholarships require separate applications and have a deadline of February 1st.  The Emerging Leaders scholarship is awarded to a limited number of students with demonstrated leadership backgrounds and interest in leadership development programs. A comprehensive application and interview is required, and the scholarship award is $5,500 per year. The First Scholars scholarship is awarded to a limited number of first-generation college students whose parents have no education beyond two years of college. A separate application and student’s FAFSA must be completed by February 1, and the scholarship award is $5,000 per year. Students receiving both the Emerging Leaders and First Scholars scholarships are required to live on campus in designated residence halls as freshmen.

U of M Football: Our Memphis Tigers are 4-0 for the first time since 1961! We have a limited number of football tickets for most of the games remaining in the 2015 season. Let me know if you would like to attend a game! A full schedule is available online. Unfortunately, tickets to the Ole Miss game are not available.

Hispanic Heritage Month Scholarship Opportunity


2015/10/01

Centenary College of Lousiana

OPEN HOUSE -- October 10, 2015 

Dallas Open House -- November 4, 2015

Open House -- February 13, 2015 

Centenary Days -- April 1-2, 2016

College Kickstart -- April 16, 2016


*** Students who visit and apply before December 15 qualify for a $5,000 Campus Visit Award***


To register visit : www.centary.edu/visit

2015/09/28

COLLEGE FAIR


Mississippi Univeristy for Women -- Navigating Nursing Days

The College of Nursing at "The W" will be hosting two Navigating Nursing Days for high school juniors and seniors who are interested in learning more about a career in nursing. This will be a hands-on learning experience and will include a stimulation demonstration, interaction with current nursing students, practice experiences with simulation models, mock class experience/observation, and tour of the building.

Requirements for attendance: Minimum of 21 ACT score, and GPA of 3.0
Location: College of Nursing Building (Martin Hall)
Date/Time: November 5, 2015 9:30-1:00
                   February 25, 2016 10-1:15

** SPACE IS LIMITED so come by the counseling office and sign up today if you are interested! 

2015/09/23

Notre Dame Preview Night in Memphis

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

Where: Christian Brothers High School 
5900 Walnut Grove Road 
Memphis, TN

** The meeting will take place in the school auditorium near the bell tower.

What to Expect: Mr. Saddler the admissions director for the Memphis metropolitan area will be present. Information will be provided for students, parents and counselors including the academic, social, and spiritual life at University of Notre Dame, the admissions process, as well as financial aid. 

Time: 6:30 pm- 8:30 pm 

For more information on this event please visit the website below: 
https://enrollment.nd.edu/ndontheroad/?id=633245be-6cee-4e09-9359-2178711ca5af


2015/09/21

SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes


DETAILS:
  • Thirty $500 scholarships to be awarded for education expenses at a college or university

  • Open to current high school seniors and undergraduate college students

  • Free to enter and eligibility not based on GPA or financial need

  • Enter online or by mail once every two weeks up to 15 times during the sweepstakes period

  • Two winners randomly chosen every two weeks from October 30, 2015 to May 13, 2016

  • Enter starting September 14, 2015 here

2015/09/15

MISSSIPPI COLLEGE PREVIEW DAY

SEPTEMBER 19 &&& NOVEMBER 14, 2015

At MC Preview Day you will have the opportunity to:

  • Hear about MC from faculty and current students
  • Sit in on a class of your choice
  • Tour campus with one of our Scouts
  • Check out the Cadaver Lab (caution: not for the weak-stomached!)
  • Get to know other students interested in MC
  • Hangout with student organization reps in the marketplace
  • Tailgate on the Quad
  • Cheer on the MC Choctaws at Robinson-Hale Stadium

TO SIGN UP VISIT:  http://www.mc.edu/previewday

Tougaloo College Preview Day for High School Students

Friday, October 9, 2015

9:00 am to 1:00 pm 
Owens Health and Wellness Center
Kroger Gymnasium 
500 W. County Line Road

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Registration Deadline: 

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

To register, to to www.tougaloo.edu

For more details contact: 
Juno Leggette Jacobs, Ph.D. at jjacobs@tougaloo.edu

Whitney Hunter at whunter@tougaloo.edu 

601-977-7768
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What To Expect 

--Academic Programs Preview
--Meet the SGA President and her Cabinet 
--Meet Mr. And Miss Tougaloo College 
--Campus Tours
--Performances by the Greek Sororities and Fraternities, Tougaloo Cheerleaders and others


2015/09/14

University of Houston Preview Day

COUGAR PREVIEW
UH Open House
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2015
The University of Houston invites your students to experience the excitement of UH firsthand at Cougar Preview — our largest open house held twice each year — Saturday, Oct. 17, 2015! At Cougar Preview, your students will have the chance to:
Tour our beautiful 667-acre campus, including a sneak peek inside our residence halls.
Learn about admission requirements, academic programs and more than 500 student organizations.
Speak to faculty and staff about your future at UH.
Bring friends and family.
Registration is Now Open!

2015/09/11

IPAD GIVEWAY

GET2COLLEGE is giving away a FREE IPAD to one lucky DESOTO COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT Student who stops by their table at the College Fair!!

COLLEGE FAIR 

Time: 5:30-7:30

Place: SOUTHAVEN HIGH SCHOOL

40+ Colleges will be in attendance you don't want to miss it!



2015/09/10

Southern Heritage Classic College Fair

SOUTHERN HERITAGE CLASSIC COLLEGE FAIR

Date: Thursday September 10 & Friday September 11

Time: Thursday 4 pm - 7 pm

            Friday 8am - 1 pm

Location: Mid-South Fairgrounds Pipkin Building 

                  940 Early Maxwell Blvd

                  Memphis, TN 38104 

** If you have trouble getting there or getting in contact Sgt Marneze A. Davis at 901-497-7115

ROCKY TOP IS COMING TO MEMPHIS

The Chancellor's Big Orange Bus Tour rolls into town on Thursday, September 24. We would like to invite you and your family for a night of fun, food, and Big Orange festivities with the Volunteer family.
This is a night for our future Vols, where you'll meet Chancellor Jimmy G. Cheek, Provost Susan Martin, and other members of the campus administration. Your Memphis area counselors will be there. You'll be able to chat with some incredible alumni and learn more about life on our campus.
This is truly an exclusive event just for you. We can't wait to show Memphis some Big Orange love!
EVENT DETAILS
When: Thursday, September 24, 7:00 p.m. CST
Where: Memphis Zoo Teton Trek, 200 Prentiss Place, Memphis, TN 38112
Parking: Complimentary parking is available at the zoo. Trams will be provided to drive you to the Teton Trek.
Registration: Log in to your VIP account at vip.utk.edu and select the total number of guests that will be attending. Wear your brightest orange and come celebrate with us on September 24!
Questions? Contact us at 901-448-8289 or e-mail admit2utk@utk.edu.
See you soon!
Go Vols!
#futurevol

2015/09/09

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL ESSAY CONTEST

ELIGIBILITY: The contest is open to all college-bound, high school seniors.

DEADLINE: October 23, 2015

TOPIC: "What can be done to assure that American citizens do not lose their voting rights and that they regain any rights that have been lost in recent legislative changes." 

AWARDS: 

  • 1st Scholarship: $5,000 

  • 2nd Scholarship: $3,000

  • 3rd Scholarship: $2,000

  • 4th Scholarship: $1,000

COME PICK UP A COPY OF THE DETAILS IN THE COUNSELING OFFICE

2015/09/08

GET2COLLEGE Scholarship Opportunity

GET2COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY

The $100,000 Get2College Scholarship Competition for 2015-16 is now open! Get2College will award $1,000 scholarships to 100 seniors this spring. Download the application or submit the online form here. The deadline for the application is December 1, 2015.

Delta State University Open House

Delta State University

Come visit DSU for a day on Saturday, September 19, 2015. You will have the opportunity to meet faculty and staff members, current students and alumni. Register online here and go check out all that DSU has to offer, the event begins at 11:30 am.

2015/09/04

Christian Brothers Univeristy Important Dates to Remember

CHRISTIAN BROTHER UNIVERSITY--MARK YOUR CALENDAR

September 27--Coffee & Convo with the Deans

October 3--Discover CBU

November 10--Discover CBU

November 19--Financial Aid Awareness Night

November 20--Science and Engineering Day 

*** For more information: WWW.CBU.EDU/VISIT


Meridian Community College Senior Night

Meridian Community College Senior Night

Seniors with an ACT score of 20 and above are invited to Senior Night at Meridian Community College. The event will be co-hosted by the Phil Hardin Foundation Honors College and the office of Recruiting, and will give you an opportunity to learn about the honors college, programs of study, and more. 

To RSVP send an email with the following information to this address  recruiting@meridiancc.edu: 

Full Name
High School 
Email Address  

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2015/09/02

Scholarships at The University of Mississippi

Special Programs and Scholarships

Ole Miss offers varying Special Programs and Scholarships for incoming Freshman. They require a separate application that must be completed online by January 5, 2016 for consideration. This application can be found on the website here and a list of all available options and requirements can be found here.

Visiting Ole MIss

SCHEDULE A VISIT 

To schedule a visit at the University of Mississippi visit the website here!
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FALL PREVIEW DAY 

October 17, 2015

Fall Visit Day is designed to give visitors a chance to learn what The University of Mississippi is really like directly from faculty and currently enrolled students. An academic browse fair, tours of the campus and residence halls, and sessions on admissions and financial aid are offered. There will NOT be a football game on campus this day. Please note that this is a larger visit program.

To sign up visit the website here


Scholarship Opportunity

ELVIS PRESLEY FAN CLUB MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP


Visit the website here for more information.

2015/08/31

University of Memphis College Preview Days

September 26 -- October 3

University of Memphis will be offering two preview days this fall. To make reservations visit the  website or call (901) 678-2169. The University also offers campus tours daily for students, they are available at 9:30 am and 1:30 pm. To schedule a tour, students can sign up online or call (901) 678-2169. 

The scholarship deadline for the 2016-2017 school year at the University of Memphis is December 1, and students may qualify with a minimum ACT score of 25 and a GPA of 3.0. Full scholarship information is available here.

Mississippi College Preview Day

SEPTEMBER 19


Mississippi College will be offering a preview day on Saturday September 19. To register and for more information visit www.mc.edu/previewday!

2015/08/21

REMIND 101

For information about colleges, financial aid, scholarships, ACT, SAT, college preview days, etc., sign-up for Remind101: Text @16charger to 81010.  We will be updating the blog with random tidbits of information as often as possible!


2015/08/18

MSU Fall Preview Day 2015

OCTOBER 12  -- OCTOBER 26 --  NOVEMBER 9

Mississippi State University is offering three preview days to choose from this year, October 12, 2015, October 26, 2015, or November 9, 2015.  The events are geared towards high school seniors and involves spending an entire day on their campus to see what a day in the life of a bulldog is all about.  You will have the chance to hear from academic representatives, check out the residence halls, and see the Sanderson Center, and eat lunch alongside current MSU students.  The fee for the this event is $10 a person, which includes a t-shirt, lunch, and MSU ice cream. Registration opens on September 11, 2015 but space will be limited.







2015/07/20

Various Scholarship Websites



www.thanksusa.org

http://www.vfw.org/VOD/

www.buickachievers.com

http://www.aerhq.org/dnn563/Scholarships/DependentChildren.aspx

www.armyscholarshipfoundation.org

http://www.militaryscholar.org/sfmc/index.htm

9th Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card $10,000 Scholarship Contest

Entrants just need to to to our website and submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. The entrant with the best design will win a $10,000 scholarship and have his/her design made into an actual card to be sold in The Gallery Collection's line.

http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-crads-scholarship.htm

2015/03/18

University of Memphis

The University of Memphis offers degrees in aviation, management, transportation, as well as others listed on the following website worldwide.erau.edu/memphis

2015/02/06

Voter Registration and Voter ID Information

To Download a Voter Registration form click the link: http://www.sos.ms.gov/Elections-Voting/Documents/Voter_Registration.pdf

Voter ID Information website: http://msvoterid.ms.gov/

2015/01/22

Mississippi State University

Mississippi State University is pleased to announce that they will offer a Bachelor of Science degree in Petroleum Engineering starting fall 2015. For more information, go to www.bagley.msstate.edu