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National Merit Scholarship Program

5/30/2017

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"The National Merit® Scholarship Program is an academic competition for recognition and scholarships that began in 1955. High school students enter the National Merit Program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®)—a test which serves as an initial screen of approximately 1.6 million entrants each year—and by meeting published program entry and participation requirements.



Student Entry Requirements
​To participate in the National Merit® Scholarship Program, a student must:
  1. take the PSAT/NMSQT® in the specified year of the high school program and no later than the third year in grades 9 through 12, regardless of grade classification or educational pattern;
  2. be enrolled as a high school student (traditional or homeschooled), progressing normally toward graduation or completion of high school, and planning to enroll full time in college no later than the fall following completion of high school; and
  3. be a citizen of the United States; or be a U.S. lawful permanent resident (or have applied for permanent residence, the application for which has not been denied) and intend to become a U.S. citizen at the earliest opportunity allowed by law.
Not yet a U.S. citizen? Click here for documentation required from scholarship candidates who have not yet become U.S. citizens. (Adobe Acrobat Reader is required.)

The student's responses to items on the PSAT/NMSQT answer sheet that are specific to NMSC program entry determine whether the individual meets requirements to participate in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Click here to see NMSC program entry items on the PSAT/NMSQT answer sheet. Score reports provided for test takers and their schools indicate whether the student meets program entry requirements. A school official or the student should report immediately to NMSC any error or change in reported information that may affect participation.

Program Recognition

Of the 1.6 million entrants, some 50,000 with the highest PSAT/NMSQT® Selection Index scores (calculated by doubling the sum of the Reading, Writing and Language, and Math Test scores) qualify for recognition in the National Merit® Scholarship Program. In September, these high scorers are notified through their schools that they have qualified as either a Commended Student or Semifinalist..."

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Cash4College offers many scholarship solutions for many families, regardless of financial background. Call us today to schedule a complimentary college and scholarship consultation. We look forward in helping you and/or your student plan your dream. Call us today 713-447-0064 or email us contact@cash4college.net. 

The article information was obtained from National Merit Scholarship Corporation. 

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The Nancy Ann and Ray L. Hunt Leadership Scholars Program

5/24/2017

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"The Nancy Ann and Ray L. Hunt Leadership Scholars Program allows students to combine learning and leadership. It enables outstanding student leaders from all walks of life to come to SMU—students whose leadership gifts will have a significant impact on our SMU community and, eventually, on the quality of our society.
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The Hunt Leadership Scholars award is for full SMU tuition and fees, less the amount of resident tuition and fees at the leading public school of the student’s state of residency. If eligible, a student can be awarded need-based aid in addition to the Hunt Scholarship. In addition, because leaders of the 21st century will need to have a global vision in any area of leadership, the award also underwrites tuition and transportation to one of SMU’s study abroad programs.
In addition, Hunt Leadership Scholars have unusual opportunities to learn from leaders. The Scholars have wide access to the Tate Lectures Series, one of the premiere public lecture series in the country. The Hunt Scholars Program hosts a number of forums and discussions with leaders from many arenas. Finally, Hunt Scholars are expected to become leaders and change agents within the SMU community."

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Eligibility:
Must demonstrate extraordinary leadership
-Must submit the Hunt Essay and a completed first-year application for admission to SMU
-Rank in top 25% of graduating class
-Have a composite SAT 1360 (Math and Critical Reading) or an ACT score of 29
-Complete a strong college preparatory curriculum, typically including AP courses, IB courses, and honors classes

For more information or to apply, please visit the Hunt Leadership Scholars Program.

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All information was obtained from the Hunt Leadership Scholars Program.
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Silvio and Isabel Scionti Piano Scholarship

5/17/2017

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College of Music Scholarships

"The College of Music awards competitive music scholarships based on talent and professional promise. When you apply for admission to the College, your application and audition also serves as the application for music scholarships. If you are an out-of-state student and you are awarded a competitive scholarship of $1,000 or more during the fall (or fall plus spring), you are able to attend UNT at the resident tuition rate for that academic year - including the summer term.  This is true for both music awards and the academic awards mentioned above.Music scholarship recipients and the amount of awards are determined by faculty committees established from within the appropriate areas. Program needs are also considered in determining scholarship awards. Assuming all scholarship obligations are met each year, scholarships may be held for up to a total of four years for undergraduate study, two years for master’s level study, two years for the completion of a graduate artist certificate, or three years for doctoral study. Of course, award renewal is subject to the availability of funding.  The college currently distributes over $900,000 in music scholarships to students each year.

​If you receive a performance scholarship, you are required to participate in appropriate performing ensembles each long semester, and must agree to accept assignment by the College of Music in no more than two performance laboratory ensembles each semester. If you receive a non-performance music scholarship, you are required to enroll in appropriate courses as determined by your area. All scholarship recipients must enroll full-time and meet minimum grade point average requirements. Undergraduate students must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA in music courses, 2.5 overall. Graduate students must a minimum 3.5 GPA."

​Music Award Opportunities

"There are over 200 separate scholarship opportunities administered by the College of Music that provide funding to music students.  With the exception of six awards*, application materials beyond the admission/renewal application are not required. In accordance with university policy and state law, a complete listing of those awards follows.
*Presser Foundation Graduate Scholarship, Presser Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship, Anna Harriet Heyer Scholarship, Pi Kappa Lambda Scholarship, Margot Winspear Opera Scholarship, Clyde Miller French Horn Scholarship.  Awards announced each spring. Requires faculty nomination and application packet or separate audition."
Learn more about University of North Texas Scholarships, click here. 

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All information was obtained from University of Texas Scholarships. 



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University of Oxford - The Ruskin School of Art

5/8/2017

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The Ruskin School of Art offers a three-year studio-based BFA course in which students work alongside each other in collaboratively organised studios. Whereas many fine art courses run in an environment devoted exclusively to art and design, Ruskin students, as members of a collegiate university, have the advantage of contact with their contemporaries on all of Oxford’s other courses.
The Ruskin course aims to develop strong independent points of view and a mature grasp of the range of critical debate surrounding contemporary art and its many international histories. Oxford’s short terms, coupled with the ambitious atmosphere at the Ruskin, suit highly motivated and resourceful students with a good sense of how to organise their time both in and out of Oxford.
The first year of the course is structured to introduce students to each other, to the resources of the school and to the staff involved in teaching and running the Ruskin. Students will familiarise themselves with their fellow students’ work, take part in group criticism and engage in intensive dialogue with tutors and visiting artists.
The intimate working environment of the school, arranged in two buildings, allows art history, theory and criticism to be treated as integral to the development of studio work. The Ruskin also enjoys a strong and constructive relationship with Modern Art Oxford (an exciting and influential contemporary art space) and students have full access to the many exceptional University libraries and museums, including the Ashmolean. 

To learn more about Fine Arts admissions at the University of Oxford, click here.

Contact Cash4College today to learn more about the Fine Arts Colleges that are available to you! Contact us at finearts@cash4college.net or 713.447.0064.
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All information was obtained from University of Oxford.
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School of Engineering - University of St. Thomas

5/8/2017

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About the School of Engineering

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A Great Engineering School in the Heart of the Twin Cities, Minnesota

St. Thomas is a nationally recognized leader for innovation in undergraduate engineering experience, and a preferred choice for working scientists and engineers in the region to advance their technical careers through graduate education. Our work reflects the technical vitality and entrepreneurial spirit of the businesses and ventures that thrive in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul region. We hold the mission of the University to advance the common good as our central pillar. We flourish from the breadth of perspectives offered by disciplines across the St Thomas campus (including Humanities, Arts, and Business), and, in return, lend our own voice to the technical literacy of the St. Thomas community.
As part of the largest private university in Minnesota, the School of Engineering comprises nearly 15% of the campus population. The School of Engineering offers undergraduate programs in Mechanical, Electrical and Computer Engineering. Additionally, we have masters level programming in the areas of Data Science, Software, Electrical, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Engineering.
As a high-energy, entrepreneurial unit of the University of St. Thomas, the school supports the University's rationale for existence as expressed in the University's mission statement.
  • The University of St. Thomas mission
  • School of Engineering mission, vision and values

​Accreditation
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‌The University of St. Thomas bachelor degree programs in Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, the global accreditor of college and university programs in applied science, computing, engineering and engineering technology.

Undergraduate Admissions

The University of St. Thomas accepts applications from a diverse audience of students.  To meet your individual application needs, please select the type of student you will be: 
  • Freshman 
  • Transfer 
The University of St. Thomas has rolling admissions -- meaning we accept applications throughout the year -- until our class is full. St. Thomas offers two admission application types - Early Action (EA) and Regular Decision (RD). Both options are non-binding; meaning you do not have to commit until May 1. Learn more about the University of St. Thomas undergraduate admissions process.
To learn more about the University of St. Thomas, contact Cash4College today at contact@cash4college.net or 713.447.0064.  Every student has a college dream, let us help them find that dream. 
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All information was obtained from the
University of St. Thomas website. 
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University of Notre Dame - College of Engineering

5/8/2017

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Vision and Mission

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"Engineering at Notre Dame combines technical inquiry with a creative bent (novel methods of using and producing materials, components, devices, and systems) to develop innovations that can improve the health, well-being, and quality of life for all persons. Consistent with the University’s Catholic mission and heritage, the College of Engineering’s mission is founded on the principle that the creation and transfer of knowledge should reflect a profound and complete respect for the dignity of all persons and for the greater common good of humanity. To appropriate the words of the University’s founder, Rev. Edward A. Sorin, C.S.C., the college must be, first and foremost, a force for good in the world.

To that end, the college will continue to engage in transformational research in its core competencies — energy, biomedical/bioengineering, environmental science/engineering, and national/personal security — as they address the important needs of humanity, while inspiring students of all levels to scholarship and service. It will also continue to develop its expertise in electronic materials and devices, wireless and information systems, natural hazard mitigation, flow physics and control, geochemistry and geosciences, hydrology, and computational science and engineering, translating research outcomes into commercial ventures as possible, so that the efforts of Notre Dame engineering researchers produce the greatest good for society."

Did You Know?

"Engineering has been offered at the University since 1873, when Notre Dame became the first Catholic university in the country to have a school of engineering. In fact, Notre Dame boasts a long history of engineering developments in a variety of fields … from the construction of the first hand-driven wind tunnel in America (aerospace) and the successful transmission of one of the first wireless messages (communications) in the country to the discovery of a new class of actinyl peroxide compounds (energy) and demonstration of magnetic logic (computing).

When the College of Engineering was officially founded in 1920, most of the students were pursuing civil engineering, due to the nation’s need for surveyors and designers of roads, bridges, and railroads. Today, graduate and undergraduate students continue to explore a wide variety of fields through the five departments housed within the college as they search for ways to address some of society’s most pressing needs."

Departments

The College of Engineering offers curricula leading to the following degrees and concentrations. Like each degree program, concentrations consist of specific course requirements, which are available from individual departments. All concentrations are achievable without adding to degree requirements.

Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
Department of Chemical and Bimolecular Engineering
​Civil & Environmental Engineering & Earth Sciences
Computer Science and Engineering
Electrical Engineering

If you are interested in learning more about the University of Notre Dame, contact us at contact@cash4college.net or 713.447.0064 to learn more. We have a team waiting to assist you in planning your dreams.  

Information obtained from the University of Notre Dame website. 
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12th Man Foundation: Funding Scholarships, Programs and Facilities

5/1/2017

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About the PHILANTHROPIC ENDOWMENTS:  An initiative to endow scholarships for all student-athletes at Texas A&M.

TEXAS A&M ATHLETICS WAS CHANGED FOREVER ON JANUARY 2, 1922.
That was the day E. King Gill was called from the crowd to put on a uniform and stand ready for his team.
It was a transformative moment in Aggie history, and his actions still shape the fabric of our school. The 12th Man tradition was born that day, and Gill’s legacy of support is the most visible part of what makes Texas A&M so unique.
Much like E. King Gill’s actions have shaped our past, we are now at a moment in time when we can similarly impact the future of A&M athletics. The 1922 Fund represents our desire to endow scholarships for all student-athletes at Texas A&M. It is an initiative that will benefit student-athletes from different teams, backgrounds and upbringings, and it is one that will forever resonate. An investment in the 1922 Fund is a direct investment in the long-term viability and success of Texas A&M Athletics.
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 Click here to continue reading about the 12th Man Foundation. 
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United States Air Force Academy

5/1/2017

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The Unique Experience

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The United States Air Force Academy is a world-class university — and one of the most selective colleges in the nation. Unlike a typical college or university, this four-year military service academy located just north of Colorado Springs, Colorado, is a challenging environment by design.

We seek young men and women who are likely to succeed in our challenging environment. Candidates must be of high moral character and demonstrate achievement in academics, athletics and leadership.


​Competition for appointment to the Academy is extremely high. But if your son, daughter or student exhibits a well-rounded record of achievement, has a strong personal drive to achieve and demonstrates leadership potential, we want them to apply. If they are successful, know that they are entering a world of great challenge — and great reward.

Application Process

Applying to the United States Air Force Academy is considerably more involved than applying to a typical college or university. There are many steps and important deadlines you must meet.
Review the steps and deadlines below very carefully, and familiarize yourself with the admissions requirements pertaining to each. If you have questions about the application process or about the Academy, please contact your Admissions Liaison Officer.
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​To learn more about The United States Air Force Academy's application process, click here. 

Cash4College has a expert Military Academy Counselor, Mary Pinkerton, M.Ed. Please contact her today if you need assistance in military college admissions or simply have a few question regarding the Air Force and/or any other sector of military.

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All information was obtained by The United States Air Force Academy website. 
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Baylor University Scholars

5/1/2017

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The Program

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Baylor's University Scholars Program is designed for outstanding students who seek a liberal education, and choose two or more concentrations, often in diverse disciplines. Most University Scholars students enter the program as first year students through a rigorous application process that considers criteria including: ACT/SAT scores, class rank, application essays, interests, maturity, and fit for the program.

Students and Concentrations

University Scholars cultivates a broad base of knowledge and skills across the arts & sciences and may include professional studies. Students explore widely and experience the breadth of Baylor University’s course offerings. As their intellectual passion and vocation become apparent, students work with mentors to craft an individualized course of study in two or more disciplines. Minimum course work for a concentration is generally defined as 5-6 upper-level courses in a discipline or closely-aligned disciplines. Advisors and mentors recommend courses of study, transdisciplinary opportunities, internships, study abroad programs, and academic experiences to help students tailor a Baylor education that helps them meet their post-baccalaureate and long-term academic goals. The program is not an end in itself but rather a point of departure for intellectual inquiry and academic excellence. Scholars typically go on to graduate school, medical school, or law school.

​Requirements

  • University Scholars are members of the Honors Program to afford them access to honors courses, faculty, and experiences.
  • First year: University Scholars students are enrolled in cohort sections of Great Text courses GTX2301 and 2302. Each students constructs an independent reading list.
  • Second year: The UNSC capstone course and its approved course alternatives engage with texts and ideas of the modern world. Students explore ideas for the undergraduate thesis.
  • Third year: Independent reading culminates in a one-hour interview with faculty and an advanced UNSC student; the reading list texts are discussed in the context of the student’s intellectual development, arts & science courses, and concentrations.
  • The faculty-guided thesis project has the goal of providing students with deep and sustained research and writing opportunities appropriate to the discipline.
The program supports students as they engage and attain the highest levels of learning with a liberal arts foundation and focus. We encourage them to strive for election in Phi Beta Kappa in their final Baylor semester, completing substantive work in the sciences, languages and across campus to show the breadth and depth that Phi Beta Kappa affirms.

Applying

We would encourage you to consider applying to the University Scholars Program. Please feel free to discuss the particulars of the program with a program director by telephone, via email or in person. If you are planning a campus visit, please contact Charmaine Dull via email or call (254) 710-3744 to set up an appointment. We would enjoy discussing in greater detail some of the features of our program and learning of your academic interests and aspirations.

For more information, click here. 

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All this information above was obtained from http://www.baylor.edu/univ_sch/index.php?id=76837

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