Scholarship Name |
For Whom |
Criteria |
Deadline |
Gates Millennium Scholars |
Seniors |
Up to full tuition for up to five years; One thousand students will be selected based on the following criteria: African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, or Hispanic American.Citizen or legal permanent resident of the US; unweighted GPA of at least 3.3; demonstrated leadership; eligibility for Federal Pell Grant (as determined by submission of FAFSA); Have all required forms submitted by the deadline; On-line scholarship application/nomination at www.gmsp.org. Paper copies are available on the balcony in the College/Career Center. |
Submission on-line or postmarked papercopy by January 11 |
The Girl Friends, Inc. - Ellen Dickerson/ Kathleen S.M. Shepherd Scholarship |
Seniors |
Various amounts; for a Female African-American; must have minimum GPA of "B" and combined SAT scores of 1250 (for Critical Reading, Math, and Writing), pursuing a 2 or 4-year degree in a College or University. Transcript, Recommendations, Short essay. See Mrs. Levin for an application. |
Receipt by January 15 |
CELEBRATE LEADERSHIP -- Tomorrow25 International Competition |
Juniors |
Sponsored by Bentley University;recognizes outstanding juniors who demonstrate skills including: initiative, citizenship, intelligence, academic accomplishment, technological savvy, cultural awareness, social responsibility, and a commitment to making a difference in their school, community, or society. Students should be nominated by teachers, counselors, school administrators, and business and community leaders. Ask one of the above to submit your nomination at www.bentley.edu/tomorrow25. Winners will be honored with an all expenses paid trip to the 2010 Bentley Leadership Forum, presented in cooperation with TIME magazine. |
January 15 |
Ithaca College -- Park Scholar Award |
Seniors |
Covers full cost of attendance at Ithaca college, plus stipends for living expenses, books, and a computer; for students planning to apply to Ithaca College's Roy H. Park School of Communications. For more information, visit www.ithaca.edu/parkscholars. While a nomination is not required, it will enhance your application. Have your counselor get a nomination form from Mrs. Levin, and get an application from her. |
Ithaca application due by January 2. Park Scholar Application must be received by January 15. |
Ithaca College--Martin Luther King Jr. Scholar Program |
Seniors |
Up to full tuition (minimum $18.000) to Ithaca college for students who are academically talented and from underrepresented ethnic and racial backgrounds. The Scholarship program is also a dynamic learning community intent upon developing future leaders committed to Dr. King's legacy of social justice and equality.Application and information are available on the balcony in the College/Career Center or online at www.ithaca.edu/mlk. |
January 15 |
Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising -(four California campuses) |
Seniors |
$1000 to FIDM; Design a Tote Bag Competition. Go to www.fashionclub.com/perks-and-prizes, then click on contests to find the current contest. You'll then have to send away for Compeition Guidelines and Entry Info. |
Deadline is not advertised, so click on the link, send for the info, and find out! |
Secretary of the State's 12th Grade Student Citizenship Award |
Seniors |
This award recognizes one graduating senior from each Connecticut school who demonstrates the qualities of active participation in civic or community activities, good scholarship, and school involvement according to the following criteria:
Westhill may select one recipient for this honor. Please provide your resume, transcript, and a one page essay saying why you should be Westhill's selection. |
February 1 to Mrs. Levin |
Connecticut Young Writers Competition sponsored bythe Connecticut State University System and the CT Young Writers Trust |
Ages 13 to 18 |
Substantial cash awards for either prose or poetry. Two winning writers to be selected from EACH of CT's eight counties; Entry forms are available on the balcony in the CollegeCareer Center. |
Postmarked on or before February 1 |
Proton Energy Scholarship |
Seniors |
Up to $25,000 per year for four years (must maintain 3.0 in college); must be US Citizen or permanent resident; must declare a science or technology related major or intend to pursue major in this field; Must have demonstrated outstanding academic performance, ability and promise; Demonstrated leadership, work ethic and community involvement; financial need.Three recommendations, school form, W2 form, Financial Aid Worksheet, Two essay questions. Application and detailed information is available online at www.protonenergyscholarship.org |
Postmark by February 10 |
KFC Colonel's Scholars |
Seniors |
Up to $20,000; minimum GPA 2.75; plan to pursue a bachelor's degree; U.S. citizen or permanent resident, financial need; On-line scholarship will be available from December 1 to February 10 at www.kfcscholars.org. |
February 10 |
Capitol Scholarship Program |
Seniors |
Up to $3000 depending upon where you go to college; Funds for students who are legal residents of Connecticut, are in the top 20% of the class, OR have combined SAT of 1800 or ACT composite of 27 or better. Your FAFSA form must be submitted no later than February 15. Applications may be picked up from Mrs. Levin in the College/Career Center and must be returned to her for on-line submission. | Return to Mrs. Levin no later than February 11 |
The Governor's Coalition for Youth with Disabilities, Bright Lights Scholarship |
Seniors |
unspecified amount; for student who is a permanent resident of CT who has a disability under IDEA or Section 504. Winners are selected based on the manner in which candidates have overcome the obstacles created by their disability; the degree to which the candidates have contributed to their school and community through service; the candidates promise for a successful career. Applications are available from Mrs. Levin in the College/Career Center. | postmark by February 15 |
National Commission for Cooperative Education |
Seniors |
One hundred seventy $6000 scholarships will be awarded (renewable) to selected students who have applied, been aceepted, and choose to attend one of the eight NCCE Partner Colleges and Universitities, all of which have strong co-op programs. They are: Drexel University, Johnson & Wales U, Kettering U, Pace U, Rochester Institute of Technology, U of Cincinnati, U of Toledo, Wentworth Institute of Technology. For more information and to complete an application go to: www.co-op.edu.
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February 15 |
Oh, the Places You'll Go! Scholarship Program (Random House)
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Seniors |
$5000; for a student who understands and values the limitless possibilities that education can offer. Student must submit an origianl literary composition no more than one page (500 words) Applications are on the balcony in the College/Career Center or may be downloaded for printing at www.ohtheplaces.org. |
Postmark by February 15 |
Home Builders Association of Hartford County, Youth Design Contest
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Any student in grades 10-12 who is enrolled in design or drafting courses | $1000 Cash plus a $1500 scholarship and various other awards; Presentation Drawings of a residence, and design a scale model. For specific rules, regulations, and criteria, click here  |
February 15 registration deadline |
 Ronald McDonald House Charities |
Seniors |
Four pecial programs for students who are exemplary role models in their communities: RMHC/Asia Scholarship Program for students who are of Asian or Pacific Island heritage; RMHC/African American Future Achievers Scholarship Program for students who are of African/American heritage; RMHC/HacerScholrship for students who are of Latino heritage; RMHC Scholars for all other students! Applications are on the balcony in the College/Career Center or may be downloaded online at www.rmhc.org. Students must be legal U.S. residents, less than 21 years of age, have a minimum 2.7 GPA. |
postmark by February 16 |
Ronald McDonald House Charities |
Seniors |
Various amounts for students in four different categories. For students who are exemplary role models in their communities and have the initiative to fulfill their educational goals. Visit www.rmhc.org for complete program details and eligibility requirements. Information is also available on the balcony in the College/Career Center. |
February 16 |
African-American Affairs Committee - Classic Award: Youth of the Year |
Seniors |
Unspecified; Westhill may select one nominee. Student who has demonstrated academic excellence, leadership ability inboth the community, as it relates to the development of the cultural, social and/or political well being of the African-American Community within the state of Connecticut; must be resident of Connecticut; must be of African heritage. Write a brief essay as to how you qualify for the award, and attach transcript and resume. Return to Mrs. Levin no later than February 25. | February 25 to Mrs. Levin |
Connecticut Association of Educational Office Professionals |
Seniors |
$750; for students who want to pursue a business or secretarial career; financial need; leadership; civic involvement; recommendations, short essay, transcript and resume. Applications are on the balcony in the College/Career Center. |
February 26 |
Central Connecticut State University- Scholarship for Singers |
Seniors |
Choral experience. Successful audition for University Singers. Half tuition scholarship up to four years. Two awards to incoming freshmen each year. Applicants must first be admitted to CCSU. For more complete information, pick up a scholarship sheet on the balcony in the College/Career Center. | March 1 |
| Body by Milk: SAMMY 2010 (Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year) |
Seniors |
$7500, a trip to Disney World, and a spot in a special Milk Mustache ad. For a scholar Athlete--twenty five students will be selected (WHS had a winner several years ago!). To apply, go to www.bodybymilk.com. | March 5 |
Connecticut Bar Foundation Annual Essay Contest |
Grades 9 - 12 |
First place - $3000 bond, two runners up - $1500 each; An essay not to exceed 1000 words in the form of an Opinion Piece either supporting or opposing the prosecution set forth in the hypothetical. Contest packet is on the Bar Foundation's website, www.cbf.ctbar.org. The topic is "The Trouble with Texting." |
Postmark by March 5 |
MaxPreps and the National Guard
Citizen Athlete Program |
Grades 9-12 |
$2500; for student athletes who are model citizens in all areas of life: community service, academics, athletics, and school involvement. Scholarships will be awarded to the top five young men and top ofive young women in the country. Anyone can nominate you but you have to be registered on MaxPrep. Go to www.MaxPreps.com/CitizenAthlete for more information and how to be nominated. | March 12 |
Wojtecki Sienkiewicz Scholarship |
Seniors |
Various Amounts, renewable (has been up to $25,000 in the past). For students of Polish descent. Stamford resident. Criteria: Academic achievement/transcript, SAT scores, extra curricular activities, commitment to community and Christian upbringing, resume, recommendations, and letter of intent. Applications are available from Mrs. Levin in the Guidance Office. To read the resumes of previous winners, go to: www.scholarship-for-polish-students.com |
March 16 |
| New England Institute of Technology |
Juniors and Seniors |
Tuition Scholarships up to $2000 at NEIT. Competitions Offered: Technology Essay Contest; Automotive Technology Essay Contest; Multimedia and Web Design Technology Contest; Architectural Building and Engineering Technology Design Contest; Computer Aided Design-MechanicalTechnology contest; Those applications and registration information are available at www.neit.edu in the "What's New" Section of their web page. Seniors who have already committed to attending NEIT are also eligible for a book award scholarship of $1800. See Mrs. Levin by March 15 if you wish to be considered for the book award scholarship. |
Receipt by March 23 |
WHS/Class of 1974 Scholarship |
Seniors |
$1000 (directly to student); Need and character based (counselor and teacher recommendations), US citizen, essay. See Mrs. Levin for an application. |
Receipt by March 25 |
Connecticut Breast Cancer Coalition Foundation |
Seniors |
$500; for student who has been affected in some way by breast cancer. Essay. Applications are on the balcony in the College/Career center. |
Receipt by 5:00 p.m. on March 31 |
Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Grant Program |
Seniors |
$1500 grants from the state of Connecticut; must be US citizen or permanent resident; rank in the topo 2% of the class, OR have a combined SAT of 2100 or better, or a composite score of 32 or better on the ACT. Applications are available from Mrs. Levin, or my be downloaded from the web at: |
April 1 |
Eagle Foundation Scholarship |
Seniors |
Up to $10,000; Must have minimum GPA of 3.4 and combined SAT of at least 1800, have held recognized leadership positions in school and community, require financial assistance to attend college, and seek to do their part in making this world a better place. Scholarship requires a financial aid statement and 2009 1040 Form, two recommendations, photo, transcripts and SAT scores. See Mrs. Levin for an application package. | Application must be received in the Foundation office by 5:00 p.m. on April 1 |
Secretary of the State's 12th Grade Student Citizenship Award
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Seniors
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This award recognizes one graduating senior from each Connecticut school who demonstrates the qualities of active participation in civic or community activities, good scholarship, and school involvement according to the following criteria:
Westhill may select one recipient for this honor. Please provide your resume, transcript, and a one page essay saying why you should be Westhill's selection. |
February 1 to Mrs. Levin |
Murray-Freeman Memorial Scholarship of the Delta Sigma Theta sorority, Inc. Fairfield County Alumnae Chapter |
Seniors |
Unspecified amount; For Female, African-American student entering a fully accredited college or university; Minimum GPA 3.0 and combined SAT scores (3 tests) of 1350. Transcript, recommendations from counselor or teacher and either a clergy, civic leader or employer. Applications are available on the balcony in the College/Career Center. |
Return by February 6 |
University of Dayton - Leadership in Service |
Seniors |
$10,000 ($2500/yr for four years). For senior who plans to attend the University of Dayton. WHS may select the recipient of this scholarship! Your application to U of Dayton must be received by March 1. See Mrs. Levin by February 8 if you are interested inbeing considered for this scholarship. | Receipt by February 15 |
| Connecticut Nurserymen's Foundation, Inc. |
Seniors |
Two Scholarships: 1) $5000 renewable(up to four years= $20,000) grantfor student majoring in Horticulture, Landscape Design, Nursery or Greenhouse Management. Considerations include scholastic standing and financial need. Student must supply the SAR of the FAFSA and personal recommendations. 2) Howard Jennings Scholarship of $500 for a student majoring in plant science/horticulture at UCONN. All finalists will be interviewed in April. Applications for both scholarships (on the same form) are available on the balcony in the College/Career Center or may be downloaded at www.flowersplantsinct.com |
Receipt no later than March 15 |
Milton Fisher Scholarship for Innovation and Creativity |
Juniors and Seniors |
Up to $20,000 (over four years); For applicants who show the most promise as innovative, creatiave prolem solves on the basis of their essays, recommendations, and other information on the application.
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More information and a scholarship application is available on the balcony in the College/Career Center, or on-line at www.rbffoundation.org |
Postmark by April 12 |
American Legion Legacy Scholarship |
Seniors |
Various Amounts; for Child of US Armed Services active duty personnel who died on active duty on or after September 11, 2001. Applications are available on-line at www.legion.org and on the balcony in the College/Career Center. |
Postmark by April 15 |
The Kline Family Community Service Scholarship |
Seniors |
Up to $1000, for Connecticut resident students who have been accepted at and plan to attend the University of Connecticut. The student should have an outstanding record of community service. for more information about, and to download the scholarship, visit www.klinefamilyscholarship.org Applications are also available on the balcony in the College/Career Center. |
April 25 |
The Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund |
Seniors |
Up to $10,000 per year for four years; Minimum GPA 3.0; Be enrolled in demanding course of study, demonstrated skill in writing; demonstrated commitment to making a meaningful contribution to present and future society; balance of community and school activities, part-time work, integrity, resolution, self-discipline and judgement; show financial need. Essays. Information is on the balcony in the career center; visit the web site www.phillips-scholarship.org for more information and application (applications for students who will be college freshmen in 2010-2011 will be available online in January). |
Postmark by May 1 |
BigSun Scholarship |
Seniors |
$500; All student athletes are eligible, regardless of which sport they play. Short essay. Go to: |
June 24 |
Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities |
All grades |
Hundreds of scholarships for ALL students--regardless of residency status. Go to www.hacu.net | Ongoing |
Eugene M. Mangini ITEC Scholarship |
Seniors |
Pays 50% of the cost of tuition and books to attend the ITEC B-license program on a full time basis. Created by the Independent connecticut Petroleum Association Education Foundation--requires high school transcript.Apply on-line at www.icpa.org/tec/scholar/itec_mangini_scholarship.html |
Ongoing |
New England Patriots Inspire the Future "Write On" Scholarship
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ages 13 - 18 |
for Boston Patriots Fans! Win up to $10,000. Write a 500 to 750 word essay about the most recent Patriots game. After every four game stretch on the Patriots schedule, nine scholarships will be awarded. And at the conclusion of the season, all previous winners will be eligible for even more! Go to www.TotallyPatriots.com for official rules and submission info. |
Ongoing |
Pine Manor College |
Seniors |
This small, private, women's college close to Boston offers $2000/year for each of 4 years to a student who is recommended by her counselor. The recommendation certificate MUST accompany your application. See Mrs. Levin for details. |
Rolling |
Post University - Trustees Scholarship Program |
Seniors
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$6000 annually, a laptop computer provided by the University, a waiver of the application fee and a $300 voucher toward the purchase of textbooks for the 1st semester at Post. Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and 1500 on the new SAT, seeking career-focused higher education. For more information about Post University go to www.post.edu |
Rolling |
Sister Thea Bowman Foundation of the College of St. Mary in Omaha, Nebraska |
Seniors |
$54,000 grant over 4 years for African-American single mothers, currently living in low-income housing. Opportunity to bring up to two children and live in dorm with other single mothers. Should have approximately a B average. For more info contact Marylou Jennings of the Bowman Foundation at marylouj11@aol.com |
Rolling |
Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund |
Seniors |
More than 2,000 scholarships awarded annual to students attending the 45 member Historically Black Public Colleges and Universities. Must apply through the individual school. Go to www.thurgoodmarshallfund.org |
Varies |
United Negro College Fund |
Varies |
Hundreds of scholarships at www.UNCF.org |
Varies |
Scholarships for Minorities |
Varies |
Hundreds of Scholarships at www.free-4u.com/minority.htm; Scholarships are here for all minorities, including: Hispanic, Italian, Alaska Native, Women, Native American, persons of Japanese, Chinese, Asian, Jewish, and other heritages |
Varies |
Guaranteed Scholarships.com |
Varies |
An alpha list of colleges and the scholarships they guarantee will be awarded to students who fit the appropriate criteria. Go to www.guaranteed-scholarships.com |
Varies |