Non-Scouting Scholarships for Scouts to Consider
January
John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest
February
$10,000 - Open to students in grades 9 thru 12th Students
November
Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
Up to $6,000 - Open to Middle School & High School Students
Internships
The Southface Energy Institute Internship (Atlanta, GA) is available to students with an interest in sustainable construction. Preference will be given to students with a background in building science, mechanical and civil engineering, architecture, city and urban planning or nonprofit management. You will work with environmental and economic issues in relation to the use of energy particularly with new technologies and resources in building construction.
Scout Specific Scholarship Links
Article on Scouting Scholarships
National Eagle Scout Associations Directory of Scholarships
Emmett J. Doerr Memorial Scout Scholarship (Catholic)
SAT/ACT Prep
BSA offers a free SAT/ACT Powerprep Software Program to help Scouts prepare for college. For more information, go to: http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/Media/eKnowledge.aspx
Plan Ahead! Target the scholarship that you are interested in applying for months or a year in advance.