Scholarship & College Information
by Cynthia Newell
American Academy of Cosmetology & Massage Therapy
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Fort Hays State University
“Tiger Day” is November 3rd, with registration required by October 29th. You can win prizes and tiger gear, while attending the FHSU football game at 2:00 against Southwest Baptist and the FHSU volleyball game at 6:00 against Pittsburg State. Contact the Office of Admissions at 1-800-628-fhsu, or online at www.fhsu.edu/future_students/tigerday
Fort Hays State University
Priority deadline for ACT Scholarship Awards is December 15th. You must get your application to FHSU submitted, your ACT scores sent to FHSU & enroll full till next fall in order to accept these scholarships, they range from $500 for 1 year to $1,200 renewable for 4 years.
K-State Salina’s Engineering Technology Department has announced a scholarship opportunity for students who pursue degrees in Engineering Technology. This program includes Construction Engineering Technology; Web Development, Computer Systems Technology, Electronic and Computer Engineering Technology, and Mechanical Engineering Technology. For additional information, visit the K-State Salina website at www.salina.k-state.edu or call Raju Dandu at 785-826-2629.
Southeast Community College – Milford & Beatrice
SCC is hosting an open house on Sunday, October 14th, at their Beatrice, NE, campus. The hours are 10:30 am – 3:30 pm. They will offer tours, demonstrations, scholarships and door prizes. For more information, visit their website at www.southeast.edu, or call 1-800-233-5027.
Wichita State University
WSU’s Senior Day is Friday, September 21st. The day will include various tours and information sessions, a WSU traditions skit, lunch donated from area restaurants and open houses in their academic colleges. They will award a $1,000 scholarship for the 2008-2009 academic year. The cost is $10 per student, which covers program materials and a Shocker T-shirt. Online pre-registration is required. “Walk-ins” will not be accepted. Go online at www.admissions.wichita.edu or contact the Office of Admissions at 1-800-362-2594 by September 14th to register.
AXA Achievement Scholarship
AXA scholars are those students who set and reach ambitious goals, demonstrate drive, determination and ability to succeed in college and who have respect for self, family and community. To learn more and download an application go to www.axa-achievement.com Application deadline is December 15th.