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Scholarships Specific to Collins Hill HS

Nadia Simmone Scholarship for the Arts and Culture

This $1,000 scholarship was created by one of our teachers, Mr. Akoto-Bamfo and his wife in honor of their late daughter, Nadia Simmone.  Nadia was a Collins Hill High School graduate and was a senior in college when she passed away from a long battle with cancer.  

Criteria: This scholarship is for students who are involved in the arts, including Color Guard, Band, Chorus, and dance and have studied at least one world language or taken a cultural class.  The scholarship is open to students who plan to pursue a four-year college/university, or two year/technical college.  Students must have a 3.0 gpa and have completed a minimum of 50 community service hours while serving as a role model.

The application is due by 2:30 p.m., Friday, March 28, 2025.

Link to Application: https://forms.gle/vvvbBxbqGssQmLmy6

Kerensa Wing Principals of Service Scholarship

The Collins Hill Education Foundation $1,000 Scholarship is for a CHHS Senior wanting to give back to the community by going to a post-secondary school in a service field (teaching, police, fire fighter, etc.). A written essay describing your career goals and documented volunteer hours must be attached. 

Criteria: 3.0 GPA and 100 volunteer hours.

The completed application must be returned to the Collins Hill High School Counseling Office by email, mail, or interoffice, on or before the deadline of 2:30 PM, Friday, March 28, 2025. The winner will be announced during Spring Honors Night.

Link to Application: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rrA7vbjgqJP8dVKk7WiK06veZjVp9vTC/view?usp=sharing

The Jason Appling Technical Education Service Scholarship

The vision of Collins Hill High School is to grow leaders through scholarship, service, and spirit. Jason Appling exemplified these by the way he engaged his students in learning, encouraged them in their extracurricular endeavors, and served his colleagues and students through his role as a coach, teacher, and friend. Serving others was something Mr. Appling did naturally and often. He was also an avid supporter of technical programs that allowed students to begin careers without a traditional 4-year college degree. In honor of his commitment to service and to students desiring a career in a technical field, we are offering the Jason Appling Technical Education Service Scholarship for $2,000.

Applications are due on March 28, 2025, by 2:30 p.m. and should be turned into the Counseling Office.  The winner will be announced during Spring Honors Night.

Link to Application: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FIxXN7gj7yA5v-pl_dLUPYePU6lS0R2W/view?usp=sharing

Coley M. Krug Scholarship

Inspired by the leadership of Collins Hill High School’s first principal, Mr. Coley Krug, each year Collins Hill HS offers its Coley M. Krug scholarship in the amount of $2,000 to one current senior.

Collins Hill opened its doors to students in the fall of 1994. Prior to this date, several meetings were held with students and parents to determine the instructional direction of the school, as well as the principles on which the school would be based. As indicated on the school crest, these principles are “Vision, Integrity, and Strength”

Eligibility: This scholarship is open to current seniors planning to attend a 4-year college or university. Applicants must not have a discipline record from grades 9-12.

Requirements: Submit an essay of no more than three (3) pages (double-spaced) describing how you best demonstrated each of these principles (Vision, Integrity, Strength) throughout life and educational career. 

To apply: Upload your essay using the form. Include only your student ID number in your essay, DO NOT write your name.

Deadline: Submit essays by 2:30 p.m., Friday, March 28, 2025.

The scholarship committee will read the essays and determine the recipient. The winner will be announced during Spring Honors Night.


Link to Application: https://forms.gle/zBQYnrrZeqynNMfGA

Scholarships Specific to Gwinnett and/or Georgia

Gwinnett County Retired Educators Association (GCREA) Student Scholarship

The purpose of this scholarship is to honor students from Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) pr Buford City Schools who are currently planning to enter college for education.  Academic ability and financial need will be reviewed, but the overriding criteria will be the applicant's sincere intention to remain in the field of education.  

  1. The scholarship award is $1500.00
  2. Applicants must be a high school senior from GCPS or Buford City Schools, be accepted in an accredited  four year college with a plan to go the field of Education.
  3. The scholarship will be paid directly to the University or the recipient. 
  4. Applications must be submitted by March 21, 2025.
  5. Recipients of the scholarship will be notified by 31st and will be invited to attend the GCREA meeting on April 25, 2025 to receive their scholarship award.  

Crème De La Crème Cotillion~Beautillion Scholarship Program

The Gwinnett County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority strives to bring value to the greater Gwinnett community, workforce, and society by enhancing the lives of the debutantes and beaus through exemplary programs, preparation techniques, pursuit of personal and scholarly excellence, and commitment to service to the greater Gwinnett community. Cotillion~Beautillion participants are given the opportunity to participate in a nine month program consisting of personal development seminars in the areas of financial management, relationship development, effective communication, dining/social etiquette, and networking. In addition, debutantes and beaus are charged with giving back to the community by participating in local community service activities. The participants will have an opportunity to exchange information, establish camaraderie, reinforce bonds of friendship, build personal character, and have an invaluable experience that they will use as a foundation for lifelong achievement. The Cotillion~Beautillion Program is committed to reinforcing parental values, promoting responsible citizenship, and community activism. The program will develop well-rounded initiatives for young men and women that will build community while respecting and enhancing the unique individualism of every debutante and beau. GCAC strives to produce a more confident, critically aware individual who challenges society to develop viable solutions to its ills while promoting empowerment, leadership, and personal accountability through mentorship.

Criteria For Selecting Participants
Rising juniors or seniors who have demonstrated exemplary moral standards, academic achievement, leadership ability, community and school involvement, plan to attend a post-secondary institution, and have a grade point average of 2.0 or better will be eligible for consideration as a prospective member of the Cotillion~Beautillion Court.

Link to apply: https://gwinnettdst.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=892838&module_id=541495 

Zeta Phi Beta Sororith, Inc., Kappa Iota Zeta Chapter

Kappa Iota Zeta Chapter and the Zeta Amicae of East Point proudly support Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.'s principle of Scholarship through the Marynette B. Lovejoy Book Scholarship, the Zora Neale Hurston Humanities Scholarship, and the Haroldine Crowder Book Scholarship. Awards provide financial assistance to female high school seniors in the metro Atlanta area pursuing higher education at an accredited four-year college or university. (Link to apply)

Beyond the Spectrum

Must be a person in senior year of high school, attending a Gwinnett County High School.  

  • Must have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

  • Must be in good standing at school and in the community

  • Must submit a complete scholarship application packet with: 

    • Letter/verification of ASD diagnosis

    • Written or video recorded personal statement 

    • Official high school transcript

  • Must be accepted into or attending a postsecondary program or institution

  • Must meet the application submission deadline

  • Must provide verification of enrollment

​Completed application packets must be sent electronically to: sozscholarship@gmail.com

​To submit a sealed transcript, mail to: Sigma Omicron Zeta, P.O. Box 1114, Snellville, GA 30078

Pearls of Excellence 

The women of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated Sigma Omicron Zeta Chapter of Gwinnett County invite eligible seniors to apply for our Pearls of Excellence Scholarship.     Pearls of Excellence Scholarship provides support for deserving young ladies that are bound for postsecondary education, a high school senior from the Gwinnett County area, who exemplifies the founding principles of the Sorority: Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood. We are offering five $1,000 scholarships.   Interested applicants must submit a completed scholarship application, as well as any required documents, by March 7. If any student needs assistance in applying we are more than happy to help!   Please visit our website at www.sigmaomicronzeta.org/scholarship to view the information and download the scholarship application.  Application materials should be emailed to sozscholarship@gmail.com.  Official transcripts should be mailed to Sigma Omicron Zeta, PO Box 1114, Snellville, GA 30078.   Please feel free to reach out with any questions you may have by emailing sozscholarship@gmail.com.

Ivy League of South Gwinnett

The Ivy League of South Gwinnett Foundation, Incorporated is a non-profit 501(c)(3) established in August of 2021 in South Gwinnett County, Georgia. The Ivy League of South Gwinnett Foundation Inc. provides direct service to the community by promoting higher education through scholarship efforts. We serve the South Gwinnett community of Gwinnett County Georgia by providing financial support for economic empowerment, equity, and the well-being of children and families. Scholarships available can be found HERE.

InspirASIAN 

My name is Derek D. Forest, and I am once again honored to serve as the Scholarship Chairman for the Atlanta chapter of InspirASIAN, a non-profit (501.c) Employee Resource Group (ERG) within the AT&T Corporation. I am pleased to announce that we are once again providing scholarship opportunities for Georgia high school students.

Since the inception of our scholarship program, InspirASIAN is proud to have been able to provide over $300,000+ to deserving students nationwide. This year’s scholarship recipients will receive an award for either $2,000 or $1,000 based upon their final ranking of all scholarship applications at the end of the scholarship judging period.

The deadline for accepting scholarship applications is 11:59 PST, January 31st, 2025.

The URL to apply for a 2025 InspirASIAN scholarship is: https://inspirasian.us/scholarships 

All applicants will be evaluated on the basis of their:

  • Scholastic and personal achievements
  • Leadership & Community involvement
  • Work Experience
  • Personal Essay
     

Rotary District 6910 Education 

The Rotary Club of Sugarloaf is excited to accept scholarship applications for the first annual Rotary District 6910 Education Scholarship.  This one-time award of $2,000 needs-based scholarship is open to high school seniors who plan to attend a Georgia postsecondary institution and are considering pursuing a career in one of the following areas of focus:

  • Peace & Conflict Prevention/Resolution
  • Disease Prevention & Treatment
  • Water & Sanitation
  • Maternal & Child Health
  • Basic Education & Literacy
  • Economic & Community Development
  • Environment

This scholarship opportunity is right for you if you are a high school senior living in Gwinnett County with:

  • excellent leadership skills and potential
  • demonstrated your commitment to community service
  • have well-defined and realistic goals
  • have concrete ideas on how to make academic advances in a career field
  • interested in maintaining a lifelong relationship with Rotary
  1. Graduating seniors must submit a copy of their FAFSA Report and/or Pell Grant approval
  2. A high school transcript must be submitted
  3. At least one letter of proof of acceptance from a Georgia postsecondary institution
  4. Please notify the individual submitting the required letter of recommendation that the letter must be submitted DIRECTLY to Rotary Club of Sugarloaf Youth Service Chair Rachael Nickie at Rachael.Nickie@gwinnettcounty.com by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 13, 2025.  They are required to complete Appendix A (page 6 of the application).

The Beta Rho Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society of Women Educators

Every year, the Gwinnett Beta Rho Chapter of DKG awards one scholarship in the amount of $1500.00 to one high school student who plans to pursue a degree in education. 

The scholarship applicants should be high school seniors or undergraduates enrolled in a college of education that are interested in entering the TEACHING PROFESSION.

The scholarship will be one time only for a value of $1,500.00.

Link to Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScp2I4R621fWbvH2qDNiZF1EHPe1DWP9Rq7Iqpcv7gxbEjqIQ/viewform?usp=sf_link 

Gwinnett County Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta

All Black/African American high school seniors who attend school in Gwinnett County (excluding high schools in Centerville, Snellville, and Loganville) are eligible to apply.
 

Applicants who are the children of members of the Gwinnett County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. are not eligible for this scholarship.


Application Requirements:

A complete online application consists of the following:

  • A typed essay on a selected topic (refer to Essay tab)
  • An electronic copy of your high school transcript (refer to Education tab)
  • Three (3) electronically submitted letters of recommendation - preferably on letterhead (refer to Recommendations tab)


All items must be submitted electronically by Saturday, February 1, 2025.


All completed applications will be reviewed and scored by the Scholarship Committee of the Gwinnett County Alumnae Chapter. The top-scoring applicants will be granted an interview in March 2025, to determine the scholarship recipients. All scholarship recipients will be notified no later than April 12, 2025


Link to Application: https://form.jotform.com/242947730157159  

2024-2025 Coolidge Scholarship open to CURRENT JUNIORS

The Coolidge Scholarship is an annually awarded, full-ride, presidential scholarship that covers a student’s tuition, room, board, and expenses for four years of undergraduate study.

This one-of-a-kind scholarship may be used at an accredited college or university in the U.S.

The Coolidge Scholarship is an annually awarded, full-ride, presidential scholarship that covers a student's tuition, room, board, and expenses for four years of undergraduate study. This one-of-a-kind scholarship may be used at any accredited college or university in the U.S.

Link: coolidgescholars.org

Peach State Federal Credit Union

This year, we’re awarding $277,000 in scholarships and educational grants to seniors graduating from high school and adults seeking career advancement. We’ll be accepting applications December 2nd-February 28th.

Scholarship applications for graduating high school seniors and professionals seeking career advancement should be submitted online and can be found here along with eligibility criteria: https://www.peachstatefcu.org/scholarships.

Helpful Tips:

  • Applicants should not apply for more than one scholarship.
  • Interested individuals should carefully review the criteria for our scholarships to ensure they are eligible to apply.
  • Student scholarships are broken down into three categories: merit-based, needs-based, and students who are pursuing a degree in education. They should select the category that best fits their needs.
  • The Career Advancement Scholarships are for adult members of the credit union whose accounts are in good standing.

Please share this information with eligible students/employees and feel free to post the details on your websites and intranets to help spread the word.
 

Contact: Deborah Fancher
Peach State Federal Credit Union
Fax: 678.546.5086
dfancher@peachstatefcu.org
Website: www.peachstatefcu.org

770GOODLAW, Car Accident Lawyers Cancer Awareness

Our $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to one undergraduate or graduate student who has been personally affected by cancer or has a loved one or friend who has battled the disease. This scholarship is open to individuals whose lives have been impacted by cancer. We aim to support and empower those who have faced this challenge, providing financial assistance to help them pursue their educational goals.
 

Eligibility Criteria

  • You or someone close to you (a family member, friend, etc.) has been affected by cancer.
  • You are currently enrolled or will be attending an accredited college, university, or graduate school in the United States in 2025.

Link to application: https://770goodlaw.com/cancer-awareness-scholarship 

Future Lawyers Scholarship

Our $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to one undergraduate or graduate student who is either planning to attend law school or is currently enrolled in a legal studies program. This scholarship aims to provide financial assistance to help with the costs associated with legal education, supporting those who are on their way to making a significant impact in the legal field.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • You are currently interested in attending law school or are already enrolled in a legal studies program.
  • You are currently enrolled or will be attending an accredited college, university, or graduate school in Georgia in 2025.

Link to application: https://770goodlaw.com/future-lawyers-scholarship

HOPE/Zell Grant

HOPE/Zell Grant (A program separate from the HOPE/Zell Scholarship) is available to Georgia residents who are working toward a certificate or diploma at an eligible college or university in Georgia. 

  • HOPE Grant
    • Students must meet residency and citizenship/eligible non-citizen requirements.
    • No specific high school GPA is required, however students must maintain a postsecondary 2.0 GPA at certain checkpoints in order to remain eligible. 
    • The grant will cover a portion of your academic tuition. This does not include books, parking fees, transportation, etc. 
  • HOPE Career Grant 
    • HOPE Career Grant is a grant available to HOPE/Zell Grant-qualified students who enroll in select majors specifically aligned with industries in which there are more jobs available in Georgia than there are skilled workers to fill them. These industries have been identified as strategically important to the state's economic growth. 
    • Click here for a list of programs that qualify for this grant.
    • Award amounts range between $125-1000 per semester depending on the number of semester hours a student is taking and the program in which they're enrolled. 
  • Zell Grant
    • Students must meet residency and citizenship/eligible non-citizen requirements. 
    • No specific high school GPA is required, however students must maintain a postsecondary 3.5 GPA at certain checkpoints in order to remain eligible.
    • The grant will cover your academic tuition. This does not include books, parking fees, transportation, etc. 

To apply for HOPE/Zell Grant, students must complete a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Application. More information about FAFSA can be found on their website by clicking here.

For more extensive information regarding HOPE & Zell Grant, please visit www.gafutures.org. 

HOPE Scholarship

HOPE is available to Georgia residents who have demonstrated academic achievement. The scholarship provides money to assist students with the educational costs of attending a HOPE eligible postsecondary institution located in Georgia.

  • HOPE Scholarship Basic Information & Requirements
    •  Students must meet residency and citizenship/eligible non-citizen requirements.
    • To be eligible for HOPE scholarship, students must maintain a 3.0 CORE GPA throughout high school. Core classes include English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Foreign Language courses. 
    • The scholarship will cover 80-90% of a student's academic tuition. This does NOT include institution fees, books, room & board, or any other expenses. 
    • Once in college, students must maintain a 3.0 GPA at the end of every spring term in order to continue their eligibility.
       
  • Zell Scholarship Basic Information & Requirements 
    • Students must meet residency and citizenship/eligible non-citizen requirements.
    • To be eligible for ZELL scholarship, students must maintain a 3.7 CORE GPA throughout high school. Core classes include English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Foreign Language courses. 
    • Students must also earn a 1200 SAT score OR a 26 ACT score to be eligible for Zell Scholarship.
    • The scholarship will cover 100% of a student's academic tuition. This does NOT include institution fees, books, room & board, or any other expenses. 
    • Once in college, students must maintain a 3.3 GPA at the end of every spring term in order to continue their eligibility

To apply for HOPE/Zell Scholarship, students must complete a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Application. More information about FAFSA can be found on their website by clicking here.

To determine HOPE/ZELL eligibility, students will need to create an account at www.gafutures.org. Counselors and Teachers do NOT have access to a student's HOPE GPA. 

For more extensive information regarding HOPE & Zell Scholarships, please visit www.gafutures.org. 

Finding Scholarships & Financial Advice

Scholarship Search

Please use any of the following search engines below to begin researching scholarships. Please note that any scholarship search website that demands money is not legitimate. The resources below have been researched and deemed legitimate scholarship websites. The one exception to this rule would be Scholly. Scholly is a website with a corresponding App that has a small monthly fee that allows students to search a very broad range of scholarships that specifically meet their academic/personal profile. This app is NOT in any way a requirement for accessing scholarships. 

  1. Big Future
  2. Fastweb
  3. Unigo
  4. Scholarships.com
  5. Scholly
  6. College Green Light
  7. AIE
  8. Chegg
  9. Tuition Funding Sources
  10. Cappex
  11. Georgia Futures
  12. Stand Out College Prep - Scholarships for students in Georgia
  13. Dreamers: A website specifically for undocumented students who immigrated to the US at a young age

The Gwinnett County Public Schools Foundation Fund, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to providing financial resources to enrich and enhance education in Gwinnett County Public Schools. Established in 2006, the Foundation is committed to sustaining the world-class standards of Gwinnett County Public Schools. A Board of Trustees that is representative of the Gwinnett community governs the Foundation, fostering the belief that community involvement in public education is essential to promoting an educated, healthy, responsible citizenry and desirable quality of life in Gwinnett County. 

Advice and Assistance

Collins Hill proudly partners with Georgia Student Finance representative, Hal Wilkinson. Hal is an expert in his field, with extensive knowledge of the FAFSA process, scholarship availability, and more! Hal gladly meets with students and parents (quite often at the Waffle House across from the mall!) to discuss financial aid opportunities and procedures. His passion is helping students find as many avenues as possible to make college as affordable as possible!

For more information on how to contact Hal to schedule an appointment, please click here.