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.
Private College Visits to CFA: (held in the Quiet Room unless otherwise noted)
October 22: Duke University at 10:30 a.m. (rescheduled)
November 1: Elon University at 2:00 p.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 15: Peace College at 11:15 a.m.
College Information:
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.
Louisburg College Open House – Visit the campus on October 23rd, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. to determine if Learning Partners is the right choice, a program which provides academic support programs for students with disabilities and ADHD.
Meredith College Senior Visitation Day – This event is scheduled for Friday, October 29. Register online at www.meredith.edu/admissions/
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.
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 15. 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 31.
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. Visit www.gmsp.org.
Gladys Baars Campbell Full Endowed Scholarship (Campbell University) – This scholarship is for students from southeastern North Carolina and recognizes academic excellence, leadership, and community service. It includes all tuition, fees, room, board, and books. Criteria include: 3.5 unweighted GPA, 1800 on SAT (CR, M, W), ACT score of 27 or above. If you are interested in being nominated, please contact Ms. Copenhaver. Deadline for scholarship application is November 5.
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.
Peace College Scholarship – There are two opportunities for scholarships at Peace. One scholarship offers full-tuition for students with a 4.0 GPA and SAT score of 1300 (CR and M) or ACT score of 29. The second opportunity is for students from a private high school. The award is up to $4,000 yearly for a female student with a GPA of 2.5 or better and a combined SAT score of 900 (ACT of 19). If you wish to be nominated, please see Ms. Copenhaver by January 15.
Roanoke College Scholars Program – Students receive $175,000 over four years. To apply, visit www.roanoke.edu/scholars. Deadlines: 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.
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/
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/
Other Opportunities:
Catalyst Conference at UNC-Chapel Hill -- Every year, the Catalyst Conference brings a selected group of 80 high school students from across North Carolina to UNC-CH for a weekend-long exploration of social justice issues affecting both America and the larger world. Through leadership and personal development sessions, we aim to empower participants so they can serve as catalysts for positive change in their own communities. The Catalyst Conference serves a vital need, as encouraging today’s youth to take an interest in national and worldly issues is vital to securing an educated and passionate group of future leaders. These 80 students will face a challenging task; they will be asked to view the world through the eyes of another and come to a realization of the underlying similarities that connect us all. The conference will be held from February 25-27, 2011 for students in grades 9-11. Visit http://campus-y.unc.edu for information and an application or see Ms. Copenhaver. Deadline to apply is November 8.
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.
Learn and Earn Online at CFCC – The spring schedule for the online college courses is available. The only courses available are STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math). Visit http://cfcc.edu/gateway/LEO.
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.
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 http://www.spirit.prudential.com/ or www.principals.org/spirit by November 1. 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://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.
UNCW Spring Courses – Anyone interested in registering for a class at UNCW for the spring semester, must submit an application by November 1. You must be 16 years old; have a GPA of 3.5; and a SAT score of 1100 on critical reading and math. See Ms. Copenhaver for an application.
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