Revised 2/18/08

Scholarship Bulletins 

Name

Requirements

Due Date

1. Student must show financial need.

2. Must attend a TX 4-yr.college.

3. Must pursue degree in civil engineering, computer science, or others.

4. See Mr. Politsch for more details or go to www.txdot.gov/careers  for application form and rules.

1. plan to attend a Texas college or university

2. have a 3.0 GPA or better

3. have completed and submitted the Free Application for Federal Student Aid  Applications are available in the counselors office.

4. Only two applications per high school allowed, so return application quickly to counselor

For information on the following awards from Farm Bureau, See Mr. Politsch:

1. Young Farmer & Rancher Scholarship;

2.  TFB Agriculture Research & Education Foundation; 

3.  Dick Mitchell Memorial Scholarship. 

4.Colorado County Farm Bureau applications will be available in local scholarship packet or may be obtained at Columbus office.

1. Applicant must be a Texas resident & U.S. citizen.

2. Must demonstrate need on FAFSA.

3. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

4. Must submit a one-page essay and copy of official transcript with rank, GPA and ACT or SAT scores.

5. Applications available in counselor’s office.

1. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and a Texas resident.

2. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or above.

3. Must have plans to pursue higher education in the Earth/Environmental Sciences at an accredited 4-yr. school.

4. See the counselor for application form.

Best Buy Scholarships

Application deadline is

Feb. 15, 2008

Sam Houston State University - Academic and Honors Scholarship Programs

Honors Program deadline

Feb. 1 ; Other applications accepted until

Feb. 15, 2008.

University of Houston Scholarships – UH Alumni Organization

Apply online at:  www.myCougarConnection.com/

Scholarship

Check online for application deadlines

Texas Student Housing Authority Scholarship

Information and applications are available in the counselor’s office

Postmark Deadline is Jan. 31, ‘08

Baylor University –

Carr P. Collins Scholars Program

Applicant must be accepted into Baylor and meet minimum SAT or ACT scores. See Counselor for details

Abe and Annie Seibel Foundation – Interest-Free Loan Program

Zero-Interest Educational Loan program offered through Frost Bank and Seibel Foundation.  Get application info. from Counselor.

Application Deadline is Feb. 28, ‘08

2008 Area Go Texan Scholarship – Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo

Applicant must: 

• Rank in top third of graduating class;
• Furnish proof of SAT score 1350 or higher (all Parts), OR ACT composite score of 19 or higher;
• Reside in Colorado or other county in program area.
• Application is available from Mr. Politsch.  

Return completed application to Counselor’s office by Jan. 8, 2008

AXA Achievement Scholarship

Application information is available online at www.axa-achievement.com.

Application deadline is

Dec. 15, 2007

1. At http://www.get-recruited.com all students can get recruited by colleges, free.
    
2. At the bottom of http://www.college-scholarships.com you can find college contact information by state, including admissions and financial aid office email addresses, toll free phone numbers, and links to online applications for admission. No other site on the internet has so much college contact information.
3. .http://www.collegescholarships.com/free_scholarship_searches.htm>
   has links to 33 separate, free, scholarship searches. No other website lists nearly as many.
    
4. At http://www.college-scholarships.com/100college.htm> you'll find links to the 75 websites we think have the best information for college-bound students and their parents.                   
5. http://www.guaranteed-scholarships.com lists scholarships given by individual colleges to all enrolled students meeting the stated criteria.

Scholarships listed below this point apply to previous years, but may still be available, or may be renewed annually.  Check with appropriate website or contact, such as Mr. Politsch.

Educational Grant available to graduating seniors of Hispanic descent. For more information and to apply, go to https://youthawards.hispanicheritage.org

Must be Postmarked by Feb. 2, 2007.

The Best Buy Scholarship Program

For more information ,or to apply online visit BestBuy.com/scholarships

Texas Associations of Sports Officials – Football:

Outstanding Senior Scholarship

Applicant must be a graduating senior who was a member of a varsity football team  but who will not receive an athletic scholarship in any sport.  He must also enroll in a 2 or 4 year college or university after graduation.  See Mr. Politsch for applications and information.

Deadline for application is

March 5, 2007

Hardin Simmons University Freshman Honors Scholarships

Student must attend Hardin Simmons Univ. to be eligible for these awards. See Mr. Politsch for more information.

Ronald McDonald House Charities - National Scholarship Program

Scholarship awards available in four separate programs.  Applications are available in the counselor’s office or can be downloaded from www.rmhc.org.

Application deadline is February 15, 2007

Mercedes-Benz USA Scholarship Program

Applicant must be a graduating senior with a Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.  For more information and a link to the application, visit: www.MBUSA.com/drivefuture

Submit Application by Feb. 10, ‘07

University of Houston- Houston Alumni Organization Scholarships

Apply online at:  www.myCougarConnection.com/

scholarship

Check online for application deadlines

Texas Association for Bilingual Education  Scholarship

Must be pursuing an education as a Bilingual Ed. Teacher.  Download Application at http://www.tabe.org/forms.htm

Application Deadline is

March 15, 2007

If you know of a family earning less than $60,000 a year with an honor student graduating from high school soon, Harvard University wants to pay the tuition. The prestigious university recently announced that from now on undergraduate students from low-income families can go to Harvard for free ... no tuition and no student loans!

In addition, Harvard announces reduced fees for students from families with incomes between $60,000 and $80,000. To find out more about Harvard offering free tuition for families making less than $60,000 a year visit Harvard's financial aid website at:
http://www.admissions.college.harvard.edu/prospective/financial_aid/hfai/index.html  or call the school's financial aid office at (617) 495-1581.

Applications are available on line at www.usafunds.org/scholarship

•  For high school seniors or incoming college students

• For students from households with annual incomes of $35,000 or less

• Priority given to students with documented physical disability or who are members of an ethnic-minority group

• See Mr. Politsch for more details.

1.      Student must graduate in Spring 2007

2.      Must enroll in a community college, voc/tech School or a 4-year university.

3.      All seniors may apply regardless of GPA

4.      Must select one of ten categories for consideration of award.

5.      Application should be typed in its final copy with few or no strikeouts.      Incomplete applications will not be considered for award.

6.      Each application requires a faculty recommendation and the signature of the counselor.

7.      Application is also available at www.salutetoeducation.net. Return form to counselor.

Deadline to return applications to counselor is

Jan. 26, 2007

Texas Society of Professional Engineers-Texas Engineering Foundation

1.      Applicant must enroll in an ABET-accredited engineering program.

2.      For more information, visit www.tspe.org or email and inquiry to education@tspe.org

Completed forms must be postmarked by Jan. 12, 2007

Lower Colorado River Authority Scholarship Program

Rice High school may nominate two seniors for LCRA scholarships:

1.      Applicants must attend a college/university or a two-year technical/trade school in Texas.

2.      Applicant must have an overall “B” average.

3.      To be considered, the completed application should be returned to the counselor’s office no later than  3:00pm, Fri. Jan. 26, ’07.

Deadline to return applications to counselor is

Jan. 26, 2007

Applications available on-line only.  Go to www.walmartfoundation.org (access code SWCS) or see Mr. Politsch for details.

The Deadline for application is

January 12, 2007

Trustees Scholar Award – St. Edwards University

Applicant must be in top 20 % of class rank and have minimum SAT of 1200 or min. ACT of 27.  Award applies to St. Edwards Univ. of Austin. Learn more at www.gotostedwards.com.  

Application deadline for admission is

Feb. 1, 2007

AXA Achievement Scholarship

Application information is available online at www.axa-achievement.com.

Application deadline is

Dec. 15, 2006

National Future Farmers of America Scholarship Program

FFA seniors should see your FFA advisor or Mr. Politsch for details about the many scholarships available , or visit www.ffa.org to download applications.

Applications should be postmarked by February 15, 2007

2007 Burger King Scholars Program

Rice High School will nominate ONE senior who : Has a GPA of at least 2.5; averages at least 15hrs a week at work; demonstrates financial need.  Written recommendations are required. See Mr. Politsch for more information or go online to www.bkscholar.org

Application MUST be postmarked by

Dec. 15, ‘06

Sam Houston State University - Academic and Honors Scholarship Programs

Honors Program deadline

Feb. 1, ’07;

Other applications accepted until

Feb. 15, 07.

Society of Automotive Engineers –Engineering Scholarship Program

1. Must be a high school senior at time of application.
2. Must intent to earn a degree in engineering or a related science.
3. Must include a $5.00 processing fee with any application  ( beware of this!)

Application must be received prior to                    Dec. 1, 2006    

The following web addresses have information that can be helpful to any student who hopes to attend college. Simply click on the web address to connect to each site:

1. At http://www.get-recruited.com all students can get recruited by colleges, free.
    
2. At the bottom of http://www.college-scholarships.com you can find college contact information by state, including admissions and financial aid office email addresses, toll free phone numbers, and links to online applications for admission. No other site on the internet has so much college contact information.
3. .http://www.collegescholarships.com/free_scholarship_searches.htm>
   has links to 33 separate, free, scholarship searches. No other website lists nearly as many.
    
4. At http://www.college-scholarships.com/100college.htm> you'll find links to the 75 websites we think have the best information for college-bound students and their parents.                   
5. http://www.guaranteed-scholarships.com lists scholarships given by individual colleges to all enrolled students meeting the stated criteria.
    

Scholarships below this point refer to 2005 - 2006

1. TTLA application which is available from your counselor
2. essay and personal statement
3. Two letters of recommendation and transcript
4. name of applicant's State Senator (see Mrs. Grigar)

Southern Texas PGA Foundation Scholarship

Log On To www.stpga.com to download a printable application.  Award eligibility is outlined on application form.

Deadline to return application is April 4,2006

Charles, Lela and Mary Slough Foundation Scholarship

1. Applicant must be a Texas resident & U.S. citizen.
2. Must demonstrate need on FAFSA.
3. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
4. Applications available in counselor’s office.

Application must be postmarked by March 29, ''06 and must be received by selection committee office by April 1,'06.

Applications are available on line at www.usafunds.org or in the counselor’s office.

Scholarship is renewable with a 2.5 or better GPA on a 4.0 system.  See Mr. Politsch for more details.

Application must be submitted online by March 1, 2006.

1. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and a Texas resident.
2. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or above.
3. Must have plans to pursue higher education in the Earth/Environmental Sciences at an accredited 4-yr. school.
4. See the counselor for application form.

1. plan to attend a Texas college or university
2. have a 3.0 GPA or better
3. have completed and submitted the Free application for Federal Student Aid  Applications are available in the counselors office.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program

Applicant must apply for nomination and plan to attend a U.S. institution that is eligible to participate in Federal Title IV programs.  For more information, see Mr. Politsch.

Completed application due in counselor’s office by March 1, 2006

For information on the following awards from Farm Bureau, See Mr. Politsch:

1. Young Farmer & Rancher Scholarship;

2. TFB Young Farmer & Rancher Scholarship for Enrolled Ag Students;

3.  TFB Agriculture Research & Education Foundation; 

4.  Dick Mitchell Memorial Scholarship. 

5.Colorado County Farm Bureau applications will be available in local scholarship packet or may be attained at Columbus office.

Earliest Due Date is March 31, 2006.

Sam Houston State University Freshman Leadership Program

Application must be postmarked by Monday, March 6, 2006.

Texas Association for Bilingual Education (TABE) Scholarship Program 

TABE is offering scholarships for future Bilingual Educators . Access an application on the web at

http://www.tabe.org/h2006.pdf or call 1-800-822-3930.

Sam Houston State University

Department of Art; Weldon Hall Jr. Scholarship

  For a list of qualifications and application, see Mr. Politsch. 

Materials must be received by

March 30,’06.

University of Texas at Dallas Eugene McDermott Scholars Program 

For more information and application materials go to

http://www.utdallas.edu/mcdermott.

Applicant must :

1. Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher; 

2. Be a first generation college student ( neither parents or grandparents have pursued post-secondary education);

3. lan to enroll full time in a 2-yr. or 4-yr school no later than fall 2006.

4. For additional information and a link to the application, visit: www.MBUSA.com/drivefuture

Application deadline is February 10, 2006

Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards

Applications are available on line at www.HispanicHeritage.org or at any participating Subway restaurants.

Applications and supporting documents must be postmarked by February 3, 2006.

Texas Lyceum Leadership Award

Applicant must:

1.  be a Texas resident; 

2. exhibit leadership in school and community;

3. have a minimum GPA of 3.0;

4. enroll in a Texas college or university. 

5. See Mr. Politsch for details.

Application must be postmarked by

Jan. 31, ‘06

Society of Women Engineers – Houston Area

Applications must be postmarked before March 3, 2006

Monsanto & National  Association of Farm Broadcasters “Commitment to Agriculture” Scholarship  Program

Program details and an application form are posted at www.monsanto.com   

Application deadline is February 15, 2006.

Holy Cross Scholarship – St. Edwards University

Scholarship designed for academically gifted students who want to attend St. Edwards University in Austin, TX.  See Mr. Politsch for details.

Burger King Scholars Nomination Forms

If you have a cumulative GPA between 2.5 and 3.5 and work an average of 15 hours per week, you may be eligible to be nominated by the school to receive the Burger King Scholarship.  See Mr. Politsch for more information or go online to www.bkscholar.org

Application must be postmarked by Dec. 15, 2005

Ronald McDonald House Charities National Scholarship Programs

1.  Applicant must be a high school senior who plans to attend a 2 or 4 year university next year.

2.  Application must include a letter of recommendation from a teacher or school official.

3.  Applications are available from the counselor’s office or online at www.rmhc.org .

Application deadline is January 17, 2006

•  SAT Composite score  (critical reading & math) of 1200 or above
• ACT Composite of 27 or above
• Rank in the To 10 % if your high school class

See Mr. Politsch for details.

1. Be a U.S. citizen entering college as a freshmen.
2. Have a 3.0 or higher GPA and an SAT minimum score of 1500(including writing) or an ACT minimum composite score of 21.
3. Attend one of the 18 1890 historically Black land-Grant institutions.
4. Study Ag, food, or a natural resource science, or a related field.
5. See Mr. Politsch for more information

• Be a high School senior in Texas
• have a combined Verbal/Critical Reading & Math SAT score of at least 1350 or a composite ACT score of at least 30.
• have an unweighted GPA of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 cale.
• Plan to major in Engineering.

See Mr. Politsch for application or go to www.micron.scholarshipamerica.org

Ford Motor Company “Salute to Education” Scholarship

1.      Student must graduate in Spring 2006

2.      Must enroll in a community college, voc/tech School or a 4-year university.

3.      All seniors may apply regardless of GPA

4.      Must compete in one of ten categories for consideration of award.

5.      Application should be typed in its final copy with few or no strikeouts.  Incomplete applications will not be considered for award.

6.      Each application requires a faculty recommendation and the signature of the counselor.

7.     Turn in completed forms to the counselors’ office by required deadline.

Deadline to return applications to counselor is

Jan. 31, 2006

1.      Applicant must be a resident of Colorado County or an adjacent county.

2.      Must be a graduating senior in the upper 33% of the class, and  must have passed the TAKS Exit Exam.

3.      Must furnish proof of a minimum SAT score of 910 or a minimum ACT score of 19.  No application will be accepted without test scores.

4.      Applicant must enroll in or plan to enroll in a college or university within the confines of the state of Texas.

5.      A  typed narrative of not more than 2 pages double spaced is required with each application, as well as a head and shoulders photo, and may also attach a maximum of three (3) letters of personal reference.

6.      Other requirements are outlined on application form.  Forms are available from the counselors’ office.  Do Not Mail Individual Applications... Many individual forms from other counties have been lost in the past.

Completed forms are due back in the counselor's office or to Mrs. Krenek by

Jan 6, ’06.  Counselor will attach the required transcript and forward the application.

Sam Walton Foundation

Wal-Mart Scholarship Program

Applications available on-line only.  Go to www.walmartfoundation.org  or see Mr. Politsch for details.

The Deadline for application is January 20, 2006

Greater Houston Chapter of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers- Texas Engineering Foundation 2005- 2006 Scholarship

1. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen & high school student with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
2. Must enter college in 2005 and have scored at least 600 on SAT math & 550 SAT verbal OR 29 in ACT math and 25 on ACT English.
3. Must enroll in an ABET accredited engineering program in Texas.
4. Must supply an essay and two letters of recommendation from non-relatives.
5. Visit www.tspe.org or see Mr. Politsch for more information.

Application must be received by Jan. 10, 2006

Internship Program by:

Oklahoma State Univ.-Okmulgee, Southwestern Assn. & Hlavinka Equipment Co.

1. Two-year internship program with an Associates in Applied Science Degree.
2. For graduating seniors to pursue a degree in ag. mechanics following the guidelines from Oklahoma State U.
3. See Mr. Politsch for details and applications.

1. Two-year internship program with an Associates in Applied Science Degree.
2. For graduating seniors to pursue a degree in ag. mechanics following the guidelines from Oklahoma State U.
3. See Mr. Politsch for details and applications.

Trustees Scholar Award – St. Edwards University

Applicant must be in top 20 % of class rank and have minimum SAT of 1200 or min. ACT of 27.  Award applies to St. Edwards Univ. of Austin. Learn more at www.gotostedwards.com.  

Application deadline for admission is Feb. 1, 2006

AXA Achievement Scholarship

Application information is available online at www.axa-achievement.com.

Application deadline for this year’s application is Dec. 15, 2005

Gulf Coast Section of the Texas Society of Petroleum Engineers &

Houston SPE Auxillary 2005- 2006 Scholarship

1. Applicant must be interested in a career in the petroleum industry and have plans to attend a university in fall of 2006.
2. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and minimum SAT of 1100.
3. Must submit an essay and letters of recommendation.
4. Applications available in Rm. 26.

 Lower Colorado River Authority Scholarship Program and LCRA Tomorrow Program

1.  To be nominated for one of the LCRA scholarship Programs, an applicant must attend Rice High School.

2. Must attend a college/university or two-year technical/trade school within the state of Texas.

3. Must have a 2.5  GPA or higher.

4. Applicant must be pursuing a degree in one of the following area: Communications, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Eng., Civil Eng., Environmental Science, Computer Science, Business Management, Finance: Industrial, Electronic, Mechanical, Welding, Automotive, HV/AC, Instrumentation Heavy Equipment, Construction, Automotive Science, or Carpentry .

5. Applications for nomination are available in the counselor's office.

 Nomination applications must be returned to the counselor's office No Later Than Wed. Jan. 25, '06