The American Legion National High School Oratorical Contest offers college scholarships.  Information is available at www.legion.org.

AXA Achievement Scholarship        (annual)
well rounded, demonstrated determination and achievement
scholarship range from $10,000 to #15,000 - one awarded in each of the 50 states. Information available:  www.axa-achievement.com
   
Best Buy Scholarship             (annual)
Good grades, and community service.  To apply visit:  www.bestbuy.com/scholarships

Ron Brown Scholarship          (annual)
must be African-American and academically talented
awards $10,000 per year for 4 years at any 4 year college in the U.S.

Burger King Scholarship
Burger King has a $1000 scholarship available to an eligible senior. To be eligible, seniors must have at least a 2.5 overall GPA and work an average of 15 hours per week. Applicants are not required to be employed at Burger King restaurants, although Burger King employees may also be eligible. Scholarship applications are available at www.bk.com/scholars. Deadline to apply is February 15, 2007.

CampusDoor is awarding one-hundred $1,000 scholarships throughout the 2006-2007 academic year.  Entry is open to students who are legal U.S. residents (excluding New York) that will be attending a U.S. Department of Education accredited 2-year or 4-year college or trade school as a first-year students or are currently attending.  Apply at www.CampusDoor.com/scholarship.  The company also offers loans and college search.

Coca-Cola Scholarship    
 leadership, commitment to community, academic achievement.   See web site www.coca-colascholars.org for specific details  

The Council for America's First Freedom announces the 15th annual First Freedom Student Competition.  This first-semester national essay contest offers 9th - 12th grade students an opportunity to compete for  $3,000, $1,500 and $750 awards, as they examine the First Amendment and the history and relevance of religious freedom in America and the world today.  Senators have invited selected participants to prepare a research essay to be read at a congressional hearing on the topic: "Free exercise is an essential component of the First Amendment's definition of religious freedom.  What did free exercise mean when it was first ratified and became part of the Constitution?  How is it interpreted today?  Is the free exercise of religion adequately protected in America's public schools today?"  For more details visit http://pull.xmr3.com/p/10106-F9E0/37717680/http-www.firstfreedom.org-.html and then click on the red button under Council News. 

Through the Looking Glass offers ten $1000 scholarships to qualified seniors who have at least one parent with a disability. For more information and applications, go online to www.lookingglass.org or call 1-800-644-2666.

Gates Millennium Scholars- Open to African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, or Hispanic American.  Deadline for paper application is December 31, 2007.  Deadline for online applications is January 11, 2008.  WWW.gmsp.org

Horatio Alger Louisiana Scholarship Program  (annual)
The Horatio Alger Louisiana Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to students in the State of Louisiana who have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity and who aspire to pursue higher education.  https://www.horatioalger.com//scholarships/program_louisiana.cfm \

Imagine America Scholarships
Imagine America is a national scholarship program for graduating high school seniors wishing to pursue postsecondary education at a career college. They offer scholarships for students how have at least a 2.5 GPA, financial need, and have demonstrated voluntary community service during their senior year. For more information and to apply, go to www.imagine-america.org. The deadline is December 31, 2007.

KFC Colonel's Scholars Program  (2007)
Online application available until Feb. 16, 2007   Program to assist students with financial need - awards up to $5,000 per year.  Must have GPA of 2.75 and plan to enroll in a public, in-state college or university.   Complete application online at:          www.kfcscholars.org  or call:  866-KFC-7240

Keppra Family Epilepsy Scholarship Program   (annual)
Must be epilepsy patient - Twenty $5,000 scholarships available.  www.Keppra.com        or:  1 888 275 7928

Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship  Deadline March 15, 2007
Nominees are eligible for $1,000 to $5,000 scholarship awards.  Forms available at any participating Kohl's Store or online at:  www.kohlscorporation.com Phone: 262 703-6312.

LSU LA-STEM program
LSU is offering the Louisiana Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Research Scholars Program (LA-STEM) for this year's seniors. Students must have an ACT of at least 24 and a GPA of at least 3.5 and plan to pursue an undergraduate degree in a STEM discipline. For more information, see the folder in the counselors' office. The deadline to apply is December 7, 2007.

National Assoc. for College Admission Counseling Essay Contest  (annual)
Awards of $5,000, $3,000, $2,000, and $1,000 (10 semi-finalists) for essay describing a teacher, counselor, or experience that has influenced your decision to go to college.  Information available:  800 822-6285  or www.nacacnet.org.  Essays may be submitted by e-mail to essays@nacac.com

Our Lady of the Lake Board of Trustees Honors Scholarship
Our Lady of the Lake College in Baton Rouge has a Board of Trustees Honors Scholarship for seniors available. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 and an ACT of at least 20 is required for eligibility.

Our Lady of the Lake College Franciscan Scholarships
Our Lady of the Lake College in Baton Rouge has Franciscan Scholarships for seniors available.

Our Lady of the Lake Board of Trustees Opportunity Scholarship
Our Lady of the Lake College in Baton Rouge has a Board of Trustees Opportunity Scholarship for seniors available. The deadline is April 1, 2008. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required for eligibility.

Principal's Leadership Award
The National Association of Secondary School Principals is recognizing outstanding student leaders. Student leaders can apply for a scholarship worth up to $12,000. Visit www.principals.org/PLA for more information.

Presidential Freedom Scholarship   (annual)
Administered by Learn and Serve America at the Corporation for National & Community Service.   $1,000 scholarships awarded to high school juniors and seniors for their leadership in community service.  At least 100 hours of community service required for eligibility.     Information available: www.nationalservice.gov/scholarships   

Ronald McDonald House Charities   Deadline February 1, 2007
Awards up to 20 $1,000 scholarships.  RMHC/Future Achievers awards up to 20 $1,000 scholarshps to  African/American seniors.  RMHC/HACER awards up to 20 $1,000 scholarships to Latino seniors.   Phone # 215 732-4100 or:  rmhc.org

SAE( Society of Automotive Engineers)      (annual)
intend to earn a degree in engineering or a related science must meet academic requirement.  See website:  www.sae.org/students/student.htm

Sammy 2007 / USA Today Scholarships  (Milk Processor Education Program) Application deadline:  March 9, 2007
$7,500 scholarships awarded to 25 national winners based on academic performance, athletic excellence, leadership, and community service.  Sammy 2007 applications will ONLY be accepted online at www.bodybymilk.com

Sons of Italy Foundation Scholarships    (annual)
Must be U.S. citizen of Italian descent. Mail address: Sons of  Italy  Foundation,  National Leadership Grant Competition, 219 E. St. NW, Washington, DC. 20002.         See web site for specific details www.osia.org