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Scholarship Info

Seniors who are members of the PTSA may apply for PTSA scholarships.  If you are not a member and you apply, your application will be automatically disqualified.  Don't wait!  Join the PTSA today.

Tidbits

Alternative College Savings Plans --

UPromise http://news.upromise.com/section_display.cfm?section_id=5
Grade Fund  http://www.gradefund.com/

As college preparation begins, consider setting up an email address strictly for college items.  Be mindful of the email address you choose.  Admissions counselors will not view your application seriously if you use a silly email address. 

If you have not logged on the KHEAA website to view your KEES funds, now would be a good time to do so http://www.kheaa.com/website/kheaa/home

Fraternities and Sororities have G.P.A. requirements to pledge.  If you are interested in the Greek system, please check with the college admissions office for more information.

Bellarmine ACES Program information http://www.bellarmine.edu/ACES/

Each college sets its own deadline requirement to complete the FAFSA.  Visit the college web site for more information.  Tax information is required to complete the form so file your taxes early.  If you cannot do so, you may complete the form based on your previous year's return and then update the information online once your return has been completed.

KHEAA College Connection mailing http://www.freewebs.com/louisvillemaleptsa/KHEAA College Connection.pdf

Commonwealth Diploma

This special diploma will result in receiving special recognition at graduation.  Because of the Advanced Placement (AP) classes required for the diploma, a student may earn the chance to enter a field of study in college on an advanced level.

Requirements:
  • Successful completion of at least 22 approved units of credit, including all the minimum unit requirements for high school graduation required by the state and the board of education.
  • Successful completion of all minimum requirements of the Precollege Cirriculum.
  • Successful completion (receiving a grade of C or its equivalent) of at least four (4) Advanced Placement courses:
    • English (1 course)
    • Mathematics or Science (1 course)
    • Foreign Language (1 course)
    • Elective (selected from above or the following:  U. S. History, Art History, or Studio Art)
  • Completion of AP examinations in three of the four subject areas specified above, without regard to score.
The Commonwealth Diploma is awarded to each student completing the above program requirements.  Students completing those courses still must take the AP exams.  Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship A Reward for Good Grades and ACT/SAT Scores.

Free Scholarship Search Sites

FastWeb
http://www.fastweb.com
Go College
http://www.gocollege.com
College Board Scholarship Searchhttp://apps.collegeboard.com/cbsearch_ss/welcome.jsp
Peterson's College Questhttp://www.petersons.com/finaid

Federal and State Help

PIN Request
http://www.fafsa.ed.govGet a personal ID number to electronically sign your FAFSA and MPN
U. S. Department of Education
http://www.pin.ed.govExplore the U. S. Department of Education web site
Student Aid Resources
http://www.studentaid.ed.govStudent aid information
Student Gateway to the U. S. Government
http://www.students.govComprehensive information portal on education, career, government and more
National Student Loan Data System
http://www.nslds.ed.govReview your federal loan history
IRS Tax Information for Students
http://www.irs.gov/individuals/studentsLearn about higher education tax benefits
Go Higher KY
http://www.gohigherky.orgDetailed information and tools on KY Colleges and Universities
KY Higher Education Assistance Authority
http://www.kheaa.comLearn about the KEES Scholarships,etc.
KY' Affordable Prepaid Tuition
http://www.getkapt.comPrepay your college tuition
KY Education Savings Plan Trust
http://www.kysaves.comStart saving for college now