Shelby County High School Counselor's Blog

The University of Alabama Alumni Scholarship Assistance Program

High School students interested in attending The University of Alabama are invited to a virtual Alumni Scholarship Assistance Program session. Students are encouraged to attend this session before applying for admission, as the scholarship application is now part of the admissions process.

Students are invited to join representatives from Alumni Scholarships, Admissions, and the Black Alumni Chapter to learn about available scholarships and discover ways for their scholarship application to stand out.

Register at http://adm.ua.edu/register/ASAP-BAA-IS

Several applications are available and important for students’ MSU admissions process. Two of these will require being admitted to Mississippi State University, students should submit their application for MSU admission as soon as possible. They can apply at  or through the Common App.

❏  The  is open to all admitted students. This application will allow students to be considered for competitive and private scholarships. To receive maximum consideration for these additional scholarships, high school students need to submit the GSA by . (So it is very important for students to submit their application for admission ASAP!)

❏  The  for 2023-2024 is also available. Students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA no matter their financial situation. This application is available at . MSU’s code is 002423.

❏  Additionally, the  is now open for admitted students.  please note that students have until April 1, 2023, to submit the Housing Application in order to keep their housing priority. Housing priority is based on when students submit their application to the university – not when they submit the Housing Application.

Free College Application Week has arrived!!! See the list below of the colleges that are participating!

Friday, November 4, 2022—–8:30am-1:00pm

Don’t miss this opportunity to meet with colleges and universities
to discuss admission & scholarship opportunities. Some colleges
will be accepting students and awarding scholarships on the spot.
Learn more about moreCollegeOffers.com that helps students
receive more admissions and scholarship offers.

The Boutwell Auditorium—8:30am-1:00pm

1930 Rev Abraham Woods Jr. Blvd.
Birmingham, AL 35203

Students can register for this event on-line at http://www.infinitescholar.org

See the attached information and application for the Thomas E. Huey Jr. Memorial Scholarship

Applications for the 2023 $10,000 ALET Debbie Rice Memorial Scholarship are now being accepted.  The deadline for submission is November 25th. The winner will be announced in early 2023.

https://go-alet.org/scholarship/

https://go-alet.org/wp-content/uploads/ALET_2023_Scholarship_Application_Instructions.pdf

The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide four-year need-based merit scholarship providing each recipient with the opportunity to graduate college debt-free, providing up to $6,000 each semester. After graduation from college Hagan Scholars can apply for a two-year extension of their scholarship to attend graduate school or a professional school, receiving $6,000 each semester.
Free workshops, Free Schwab Brokerage Accounts, and Free Study Abroad provide recipients with a practical understanding of important life skills not typically covered in the school curriculum.

• Hagan Scholarships awarded to date: 2,933
• Colleges and Universities attend by Hagan Scholars: 429
• Hagan Scholars currently enrolled in college: 1,122

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

• Must attend an eligible public high school
• Must have achieved a 3.5 GPA
• Must enroll in an eligible college or university
• Must maintain a 4 year or less graduation schedule
• Applicant’s Adjusted Household Income reported for Federal Income Tax Purposes must not Exceed $85,000.

Visit the HSF website at www.hsfmo.org for more information.

https://haganscholarships.org/

Alabama State University will be having its Fall 2022 Connection Day on Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 10am to 2pm. See the attached flyer for more information. Students can register with the attached QR code or with the link below.

• FREE TICKETS TO THE FOOTBALL GAME
• BAND PERFORMANCES
• GREEK APPEARANCES
• CAMPUS TOURS
• COLLEGE FAIR
• FOOD TRUCKS
• VENDORS
• DJ

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdLikd4RdCpbcJxlzWZz8Wi-GdxTY9ETkXVJibgNxuSCyIA3w/viewform

The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. With the 34th class in 2022, the Foundation has provided over 6,600 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $78 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship. Apply here through October 31, 2022.

https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/