BSCC Scholarship info January 15th Deadline

BSCC Scholarship info  January 15th Deadline

1.      Presidential:

a.       ACT – 27

b.      GPA – 3.75

c.       Covers Tuition and Fees

2.      Academic Excellence:

a.       ACT – 24

b.      GPA – 3.7

c.       $3,000 per year

3.      Academic Honors:

a.        ACT – 20

b.      GPA – 3.25

c.       $2,000 per year

4.      Career Tech Honors

a.       GPA – 2.0

b.      Must have a proven interest program (took program type course in High School)

c.       Up to $3,000 per year

5.      Ambassador:

a.       GPA – 3.0

b.      ACT – 20

c.       500 word essay

6.      Scholars’ Bowl:

a.       GPA – 3.0

b.      Be a high school Scholars Bowl Team Member

c.       $2,000 per year

7.      Performing Arts:

a.       GPA 3.0

b.      $1,200 to $2,400

Career Explorer Posts with Jeff State Culinary and UAB Hospital

Career Explorer Posts with Jeff State Culinary and UAB Hospital

What: Exploring program of the Boy Scouts of America, it’s our non-traditional program for young men and women ages 15-21 (the majority of our participants are high school students) that is designed to give students a hands-on, behind the scenes look at a career area they are interested in.

Who: Young men and women ages 15-21 

2 Upcoming Events:

1. Kickoff for Culinary & Hospitality Explorers 2019 is September 17th at 4:30 p.m. at the Shelby-Hoover Campus! 
2. Open House at UAB Highlands Hospital on Tuesday, September 17, 2019
   at 6:00 p.m., in the first floor media center, to learn what healthcare Exploring has to offer and to learn how you can join this group.

See below for more information. 

College & Scholarship Updates

College & Scholarship Updates

Troy University:

·         Here is a link to the scholarship webpage for TROY: https://www.troy.edu/scholarships-costs-aid/scholarships/undergraduate-scholarships.html

**Students must apply and be accepted to TROY before scholarship applications can be completed.

University of North Alabama:

·         What: 2020 Excellence Scholarships- Scholarships begin at ACT 20/ SAT 1030

·         Deadline: February 3, 2020

·         To be considered for an Excellence Scholarship, a student must apply for admission to the University on or before 2/3/20. With all academic credentials (high school transcript and ACT/ SAT Scores) being on record, the student will automatically be considered.

**Fall Preview Day is November 2, 2019. After Preview Day, attend the UNA vs. Campbell football game. A one-year, full-tuition scholarship will be awarded during the 3^rd quarter!  Register at https://www.una.edu/previewday/

Jacksonville State University:

·         JSU’s competitive scholarship period begins September 1, 2019 and closes on the deadline of February 1, 2020.

·         Find a list of all scholarships at this link: http://www.jsu.edu/finaid/scholarships/new-student-merit-based-scholarships.html

**Fall Preview Day on October 5, 2019 starting at 1:00 CT at Pete Mathews Coliseum. Whether you plan to stay for just a few hours or join us for the entire Gamecock Game Day, we can not wait to show you around! Register here: http://www.jsu.edu/admissions/preview-day/index.html

Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program Open House

Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program Open House

You are invited to attend an Open House at the Bessemer Composite Squadron of Civil Air Patrol.  You will have the opportunity to see many of the activities in which we participate, including:  drones, aerospace, flight, cyber patriot, and emergency services.

WHERE: It will be held at the Bessemer Municipal Airport  

WHEN: September 16 at 6:30.

WHO: We offer programs for youth ages 12-20, teachers, and adults.

WHAT: Our cadet program includes training in leadership, character, physical fitness, emergency services, and aerospace.  All our cadets are able to receive free flights in a powered aircraft and a glider aircraft.

Our program for teachers gives free STEM kits to use in the classroom.  Teachers can also participate in our TOPFLIGHT program and receive a free flight in a Civil Air Patrol plane.

Adults can participate in emergency services, aerospace, and cadet programs.

Upcoming College & Career Visitors

Upcoming College & Career Visitors at OGHS

• 9/9-Monday: Faulkner University 
• 9/10-Tuesday:Delta Technical College 
• 9/13- Friday: University of Alabama
• 9/23-Monday: University of Alabama at Birmingham
• 9/25- Wednesday: Navy 
• 10/14- Monday: University of Montevallo
• 10/28- Monday: Auburn University 

Late Registration for September ACT

Click HERE to Register!

TROY Tour Dates

TROY University Admissions Office has released their Saturday “TROY TOUR” dates to assist students with planning their college visits for Fall 2019!         

Below are dates students, family, and friends can visit TROY University

for an admissions presentation, talk with student ambassadors and counselors, and

tour academic buildings & residence halls, without having to miss a day of school! 

• Saturday, August 31st - TROY TOUR
• Saturday, September 14th - TROY TOUR
• Saturday, September 28th – “TROJAN DAY” (Fall PREVIEW DAY)
• Saturday, November 9th - TROY TOUR
  
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Visit www.troy.edu/tours to select the day you wish to attend.

*FREE football game tickets will be issued to all who register & attend a tour.

If  a student is unable to visit on these Saturday dates listed above, they can always participate in our private campus tour.

We offer these tours weekly, Mon-Fri @ 10:00AM and 2:00PM.  Use the same link to select a date that is most convenient. 

Registration for the September ACT ends 8/16!

Click HERE to Register

Auburn University Updates

Auburn University Updates

2019-2020 Auburn Admission Dates and Deadlines:

August 15: Online Application available

November 1: Early Action Deadline (non-binding)

December 1: Early Action Decisions Released

December 15: AUSOM Scholarship Deadline

February 3: Regular Decision Deadline

March 2: Regular Decisions Released

May 1: Enrollment Deposits Due

Interested in Troy University?

Would you like to talk with your local TROY University admissions representative & discuss future collegiate goals? 

YOU HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 6th! 

Not only will Tara Elliott, your Regional Recruiter, be there to meet you – current students will also be present!

There will be discussion about Troy's admissions process, on campus housing, scholarship opportunities,

and help students and counselors learn more about TROY University! 

• Who: 2019-2020 Seniors and Juniors.
• Where: CANTINA LAREDO UPTOWN- 2301 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd North
• Date: Tuesday, August 6th
• Time: 6 PM to 8 PM 

REGISTER HERE:

Birmingham – TROY2U