Change the date! The date for the Sophomore-Junior College Night has been changed from Tuesday, September 21st, to Monday, November 1st, due to a conflict with the speaker. We apologize for the inconvenience.
September 28: Barton College at 10:30 a.m.
September 30: Duke University at 10:30 a.m. (the only day the school will be in this area; parents of seniors welcome, as well as juniors!)
October 1: Guilford College at 9:00 a.m.
October 4: Hampden-Sydney College (VA) at 10:45 a.m.
Yale University at 9:15 a.m.
Davidson College at 2:30 p.m.
October 7: Southeastern University (FL) at 10:30 a.m.
October 7: Southeastern University (FL) at 10:30 a.m.
November 2: Radford University (VA) at 2:00 p.m.
November 12: Campbell University at 11:30 (on-site admission to be held)
November 12: Campbell University at 11:30 (on-site admission to be held)
Cornell, Dartmouth, Vanderbilt Information Session – Regional presentations will be held in the following cities: Durham on October 17 at the Durham Marriott Convention Center; Winston-Salem on October 19 at the Marriott Winston-Salem; and Greenville, SC on October 20 at the Hyatt Regency Greenville. All presentations are scheduled from 7:30-9:30 p.m. To register, visit http://admissions.vanderbilt.edu/joint-travel-program.
Duke’s Pratt School of Engineering – Seniors and their families are invited to the open house on Saturday, October 2, 8:15 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. For more information, visit www.admissions.duke.edu.
NC State University – 2010 Open House is scheduled for Saturday, October 16th, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more information, visit www.ncsu.edu/openhouse.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) – A regional information session is scheduled for Wednesday, September 29th, at 7:30 p.m. at Cary Academy Auditorium. Visit www.mitadmissions.org for more information.
Meredith College Senior Visitation Day – This event is scheduled for Friday, October 29. Register online at www.meredith.edu/admissions/sr-visit-reg-form.htm.
National Portfolio Day (hosted by Virginia Commonwealth University) – Representatives from art schools around the nation will be available on Saturday, November 6, from 1-5. For listing of schools, see poster on the College Information bulletin board.
PGA Gold Management Visitation Day at Campbell University – Juniors and seniors interested in the golf industry are invited to this event on November 12. See Ms. Copenhaver for the registration or visit www.campbell.edu/pgagm.
Salem College Open House Events – The Fall Visit for Seniors will be held on October 24-25 with other dates scheduled for November 13 and December 3. To register, visit www.salem.edu.
SCADAY – Savannah College of Art and Design has Open Houses scheduled for October 9th and November 6th from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Visit www.scad.edu/visit for information. SCAD will present an information session in Raleigh on Saturday, Oct 2, beginning at noon at Embassy Suites on 201 Harrison Oaks Blvd.
UNC-Charlotte Open House – Dates are at 9:00 a.m. on Saturdays -- October 30, November 20, March 26, and April 16. Visit http://admissions.uncc.edu for information.
Explore UNCG – This visitation program will be held on October 23, and students may register by visiting www.uncg.edu/adm/visit.
Scholarship Information:
AXA Achievement Scholarship – Awards of $10,000 or $25,000 will be given for students who meet the following criteria: have been active in the community; have led a project that benefits others; have overcome personal challenges. Learn more at www.axa-achievement.com. Deadline to apply: December 15.
Belk Scholarship (Davidson College) – This is the college’s most prestigious merit award, which covers the comprehensive costs of attending Davidson. CFA may nominate one candidate no later than November 15th. If you are interested in being considered, please see Ms. Copenhaver right away.
Boston University Trustee Scholarship – This is a four year, full tuition award to BU. The deadline to apply is December 1. For information, visit www.bu.edu/admissions/trustee.
Coca-Cola Scholars – This foundation is awarding $3,000,000 a year to 250 deserving students! Apply online at www.coca-colascholars.org by October 31st.
Danforth Scholars Program – Washington University in St. Louis offers a scholarship for candidates who exhibit a capacity for service and leadership, as well as academic excellence. If you are interested
DAR Good Citizen Award – This program will honor an outstanding senior who demonstrates the qualities of dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism. The senior chosen from CFA will write an essay on a topic disclosed to the student. He/she will write the essay within a two-hour time limit. Deadline to submit all materials will be October 15. Please see Mrs. Collier for details!
Emory Scholars Program – Four outstanding students may self-nominate for this prestigious award at Emory University. These awards are based entirely upon the student’s merit, not financial need. The nomination and complete application for admission must arrive by November 15. Please see Ms. Copenhaver if you are interested in being nominated.
Gates Millennium Scholars Program -- Students are encouraged to apply for this prestigious scholarship. The award is renewable up to five years and is open to students attending any U.S. accredited college. Criteria include: significant financial need; cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.3; and leadership through community service or activities. Applicants must be African American, American Indian, Asian Pacific Islander American, or Hispanic American. If interested, see Ms. Copenhaver. Deadline to apply: January 10, 2011. Visit www.gmsp.org.
Levine Scholars – UNC-Charlotte introduces a new scholarship, which includes full tuition, room/board, a new laptop, and summer experiences totaling $90,000! If you are interested in being nominated from CFA, please see Ms. Copenhaver for more information.
North Carolina Teaching Fellows – Seniors who are interested in a teaching career may visit the website at www.teachingfellows.org for information about this scholarship. If you plan to apply for this prestigious award, see Ms. Copenhaver. The application is online and must be returned to the College Placement Office by October 15, 2010.
Roanoke College Scholars Program – Students receive $175,000 over four years. To apply, visit www.roanoke.edu/scholars. Deadlines: October 15 for the November competition; January 10 for the February competition.
Ron Brown Scholar Program – This prestigious scholarship encourages underrepresented minorities to apply. Visit infor@ronbrown.org for information and the application at www.ronbrown.org.
STAR Scholarship – This is a non-renewable award for $2500 for female seniors. Criteria include: 3.0+ GPA; excellence in academics, leadership activities, and community service. If you have an interest in applying for this scholarship, see Ms. Copenhaver. Deadline: October 8, 2010.
Thomas Wolfe Scholarship at UNC-Chapel Hill – This award is for full undergraduate support for student writers. Applications will be received through November 1. Go to http://english.unc.edu/creative/tws for an application and complete instructions.
University of Toledo Presidential Scholarship – This award includes full tuition/fees for four years and a stipend for study-abroad. Criteria include: 3.8 GPA; 1340 SAT/30 ACT. An application and the scholarship must be submitted by December 1. Visit www.utoledo.edu/admission/apply and www.utoledo.edu/admission/presidential.
Wendy’s High School Heisman Award – Each fall the nation’s most esteemed high school senior men and women are recognized for excellence in academics, athletics, and community/school involvement. Eligible high school seniors can nominate themselves for this prestigious honor by using the online form (www.wendysheisman.com) to present who they are as athletes, scholars with at least a B-average, and citizens. See Ms. Copenhaver for an information card. The application must be completed by October 1, 2010.
Other Opportunities:
College Discovery Day – Discover your future in theatre, as you meet more than 20 colleges on November 20th at Greensboro College. High school seniors audition and present portfolios, underclassmen prepare for senior year, and everyone gets an in-depth look at college theatre programs in North Carolina.
SAT Prep Course – Gramercy Prep will offer its SAT course this fall on three Saturday mornings: Oct. 16, 23, and 30 from 9:00 a.m. until noon. Flyers are in the envelope on the College Information Board.
National Christian College Fair – This event will be hosted by Coastal Christian High School on Thursday, October 7th, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Over 100 colleges will be represented.
Nestle Very Best in Youth – This award is for students ages 13-18, who have distinguished themselves academically and through service and leadership. Winners receive $1,000 to the charity of their choice and an all-expense paid trip for them and one parent to attend the awards ceremony in Los Angeles on July 23, 2010. To apply, visit http://verybestinyouoth.nestleusa.com before November 1.
Prudential Spirit of Community Award -- This award seeks to recognize students who have demonstrated exemplary community service and is presented at the local and state levels, as well as the national level. Students apply online at www.spirit.prudential.com or www.principals.org/spirit by November 1st. Print the application and bring it to Ms. Copenhaver. The scholarship committee will select the school representative. Any student in grade 9-12 is eligible to apply.
Summer Ventures in Science and Mathematics – This is a wonderful opportunity for 10th and 11th graders to pursue their interests in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) in a university research setting in North Carolina for four weeks during the summer at NO cost. Visit http://www.summerventures.org for complete information and video. More information will be available in the US Office in the coming weeks. Deadline to apply: January 31, 2010.
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