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Are there any scholarships i can get or appiy to in middle school?
im hoping to find a college with psychology but i would like to know if there is a grant or something i can do now for the future (im in Fort Worth Texas btw)
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Hello again Sophia,
As a middle school student you can earn access to a lot of different types of scholarships before the majority of students start worrying about college. While high school scholarships are competitive and elementary scholarships are limited, earning a scholarship during middle school maybe just right for you. The following programs are typical of the scholarship opportunities available to middle school and high school students.
• The Christopher Columbus Awards is a national science, technology, and mathematics program for middle school students. Participants work in teams to identify a problem in their community and, using the scientific method, devise and implement a workable solution. Each member of the winning team receives a $2000 savings bond which can be put toward their college fund. Winners will also receive a grant of $200 to further refine and develop their idea.
• The Doodle for Google Competition is open to children in grades K – 12. The competition asks children to design a Google Logo based on a predetermined topic. Awards are given in four grade divisions: K – 3, 4 – 6, 7 – 9, and 10 – 12. The four national finalists in each grade group will receive a $5000 scholarship to be used at the college or university of their choice. One national winner will receive a $30,000 scholarship.
• The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes is open to students aged 8 to 18. Each year the Barron Prize is awarded to 25 students who have made a positive difference to the people in their community and the health of the planet. Award criteria focuses on environmental issues as they relate to people and their communities. Winners receive a $2500 scholarship to be used at the college or university of their choice.
• Kohl’s Kids Who Care Scholarship Program is open to students aged 6 to 18 who are involved in community service. Awards are given in two age groups, 6 – 12 and 13 – 18. To be eligible for an award, students must be nominated by an adult aged 21 or older. Ten national winners are chosen each year, each receiving a $5000 scholarship. 194 regional winners each year will receive a $1000 scholarship.
• The National Geographic Geography Bee is an international contest designed to promote the teaching of geography in grade schools around the world. Like a spelling bee, students are quizzed on their knowledge of world geography in a contest setting. The contest is open to 8th graders at participating schools. Grand prize is a $10,000 scholarship.
• Letters About Literature is a national reading comprehension and essay writing competition sponsored by the Center for the Book in the Library of Congress. The contest is open to students in grades 4 – 12. Contestants must submit an essay, in the form of a letter to a famous author, discussing how the author’s work has changed or impacted the student’s life. Awards are given in three divisions, grades 4 – 6, 7 – 8, and 9 – 12.
• MATHCOUNTS is a national competition for middle school students in grades 6 – 8. The contest takes the form of a spelling be, with contestants answering increasingly difficult mathematics questions in a competition setting. The national champion will receive an $8000 scholarship to be used at the college of university of their choice. The second place winner receives a $6000 scholarship, and third and fourth place winners will receive a $4000 scholarship each.
These are only a few of the many scholarship competitions designed to benefit younger students who have their sights set on a college education. Talk to your middle school counselor for information on programs and competitions for which they may be eligible. It is never to early to begin planning for college, and scholarships for middle school students offer the opportunity to begin building an education fund well in advance for college.
Good Luck Sophia
As a middle school student you can earn access to a lot of different types of scholarships before the majority of students start worrying about college. While high school scholarships are competitive and elementary scholarships are limited, earning a scholarship during middle school maybe just right for you. The following programs are typical of the scholarship opportunities available to middle school and high school students.
• The Christopher Columbus Awards is a national science, technology, and mathematics program for middle school students. Participants work in teams to identify a problem in their community and, using the scientific method, devise and implement a workable solution. Each member of the winning team receives a $2000 savings bond which can be put toward their college fund. Winners will also receive a grant of $200 to further refine and develop their idea.
• The Doodle for Google Competition is open to children in grades K – 12. The competition asks children to design a Google Logo based on a predetermined topic. Awards are given in four grade divisions: K – 3, 4 – 6, 7 – 9, and 10 – 12. The four national finalists in each grade group will receive a $5000 scholarship to be used at the college or university of their choice. One national winner will receive a $30,000 scholarship.
• The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes is open to students aged 8 to 18. Each year the Barron Prize is awarded to 25 students who have made a positive difference to the people in their community and the health of the planet. Award criteria focuses on environmental issues as they relate to people and their communities. Winners receive a $2500 scholarship to be used at the college or university of their choice.
• Kohl’s Kids Who Care Scholarship Program is open to students aged 6 to 18 who are involved in community service. Awards are given in two age groups, 6 – 12 and 13 – 18. To be eligible for an award, students must be nominated by an adult aged 21 or older. Ten national winners are chosen each year, each receiving a $5000 scholarship. 194 regional winners each year will receive a $1000 scholarship.
• The National Geographic Geography Bee is an international contest designed to promote the teaching of geography in grade schools around the world. Like a spelling bee, students are quizzed on their knowledge of world geography in a contest setting. The contest is open to 8th graders at participating schools. Grand prize is a $10,000 scholarship.
• Letters About Literature is a national reading comprehension and essay writing competition sponsored by the Center for the Book in the Library of Congress. The contest is open to students in grades 4 – 12. Contestants must submit an essay, in the form of a letter to a famous author, discussing how the author’s work has changed or impacted the student’s life. Awards are given in three divisions, grades 4 – 6, 7 – 8, and 9 – 12.
• MATHCOUNTS is a national competition for middle school students in grades 6 – 8. The contest takes the form of a spelling be, with contestants answering increasingly difficult mathematics questions in a competition setting. The national champion will receive an $8000 scholarship to be used at the college of university of their choice. The second place winner receives a $6000 scholarship, and third and fourth place winners will receive a $4000 scholarship each.
These are only a few of the many scholarship competitions designed to benefit younger students who have their sights set on a college education. Talk to your middle school counselor for information on programs and competitions for which they may be eligible. It is never to early to begin planning for college, and scholarships for middle school students offer the opportunity to begin building an education fund well in advance for college.
Good Luck Sophia
Your advice was so helpful!
Chinyere Okafor
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Hi Sophia!
As a middle schooler in Fort Worth, Texas, you can look into some programs and resources even now, even though the majority of scholarships are targeted at high school and college students. It's great that you're already considering scholarships and planning for a career in psychology—starting early can open up so many opportunities for you.
The Bobby Bragan Youth Foundation is one notable option; it provides scholarships only for eighth-grade children in the Dallas-Fort Worth region. This program offers early financial help in an effort to encourage young pupils to seek higher education. Essays, extracurricular activities, and academic achievement are taken into consideration when choosing recipients. The Bobby Bragan Youth Foundation website has further information about this award and how to apply. Wikipedia
The College & Career Readiness department of the Fort Worth Independent School District (FWISD) also provides information and resources regarding scholarships, some of which may be accessible to younger children. It's good to often review their scholarship lists and explore any chances that might be a suitable fit for you with your school counselor. Here is a link to their scholarship listings: FWISD Scholarship Listings (fwisd.org).
Even while there aren't many scholarships specifically for middle schoolers, you may start laying a solid foundation right now by concentrating on your studies, getting involved in extracurricular activities, and doing community service. These experiences help you grow personally and make your future scholarship applications stronger.
There will be more scholarship options as you advance through high school, particularly ones specifically designed for psychology majors. For example, undergraduate psychology students can get financial assistance through the Sharon Stephens Brehm Undergraduate Psychology Scholarships. Even though this specific award is intended for college students, being aware of it can help you prepare. Additional details are available at Psychology/Counseling Scholarships. (Scholarships)
Continue to pursue your enthusiasm for psychology and remain aggressive in your job search. Your early commitment is admirable and will surely help you in the future.
Best wishes
As a middle schooler in Fort Worth, Texas, you can look into some programs and resources even now, even though the majority of scholarships are targeted at high school and college students. It's great that you're already considering scholarships and planning for a career in psychology—starting early can open up so many opportunities for you.
The Bobby Bragan Youth Foundation is one notable option; it provides scholarships only for eighth-grade children in the Dallas-Fort Worth region. This program offers early financial help in an effort to encourage young pupils to seek higher education. Essays, extracurricular activities, and academic achievement are taken into consideration when choosing recipients. The Bobby Bragan Youth Foundation website has further information about this award and how to apply. Wikipedia
The College & Career Readiness department of the Fort Worth Independent School District (FWISD) also provides information and resources regarding scholarships, some of which may be accessible to younger children. It's good to often review their scholarship lists and explore any chances that might be a suitable fit for you with your school counselor. Here is a link to their scholarship listings: FWISD Scholarship Listings (fwisd.org).
Even while there aren't many scholarships specifically for middle schoolers, you may start laying a solid foundation right now by concentrating on your studies, getting involved in extracurricular activities, and doing community service. These experiences help you grow personally and make your future scholarship applications stronger.
There will be more scholarship options as you advance through high school, particularly ones specifically designed for psychology majors. For example, undergraduate psychology students can get financial assistance through the Sharon Stephens Brehm Undergraduate Psychology Scholarships. Even though this specific award is intended for college students, being aware of it can help you prepare. Additional details are available at Psychology/Counseling Scholarships. (Scholarships)
Continue to pursue your enthusiasm for psychology and remain aggressive in your job search. Your early commitment is admirable and will surely help you in the future.
Best wishes