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Scholarships
Scholastic Art and Writing Awards
Young writers and artists in grades 7 to 12 can enter this competition sponsored by Scholastic.
www.scholastic.com/artandwritingawards
Coca-Cola Scholars Program
Deadline: October 31
In return for the billions of Cokes the world consumes, the company annually gives almost $2 million in scholarships. Applicants must be high school seniors. Selection is based on character, personal merit, leadership, academic achievement and motivation to succeed.
www.coca-colascholars.org
Macromedia Student Innovation Awards
Deadline: November 15
This award recognizes the outstanding use of Macromedia’s Dreamweaver, Flash, Freehand, Fireworks or Director products. It is open to any full-time students in middle school through college.
www.macromedia.com/resources/student/innovation
Intel Science Talent Search
Deadline: November 17
This science competition is designed to recognize excellence in science among the nation’s youth and encourage the exploration of science. The first prize is a scholarship worth $100,000.
www.intel.com/education/sts
Toyota Community Scholars Program
Deadline: December
One of Toyota’s old slogans was, “Oh what a feeling.” Now imagine the feeling you’d have if you won a scholarship from the car manufacturer! You need to be nominated by your high school counselor or principal during your senior year in high school. This award is based on academics, leadership and community service. www.toyota.com/communityscholars
DuPont Challenge
Deadline: January
This scholarship essay contest is open to students between grades 7 and 12. It is designed to help promote an interest in scientific studies. www.glcomm.com/dupont
Scholarships provided by Gen and Kelly Tanabe, authors of 1001 Ways to Pay For College (available in bookstores and at www.supercollege.com). Get more scholarship tips by calling their toll-free hotline, 877-PAY-4-SCHOOL.
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