College/Scholarship Information
Cape Fear Academy
November 11-29, 2010
This information will be updated weekly for parents and seniors of Cape Fear Academy. Please make
note of the deadlines included. Check the new College News bulletin board by the stairs for more
information! The submissions found in red are new for this edition.
Private College Visits to CFA: (held in the Quiet Room unless otherwise noted)
November 12: Campbell University at 11:30 (on-site admission to be held)
November 15: Peace College at 11:15 a.m.
College Information:
PGA Gold Management Visitation Day at Campbell University – Juniors and seniors interested in
the golf industry are invited to this event on November 12. See Ms. Copenhaver for the registration or
visit www.campbell.edu/pgagm.
Salem College Open House Events – The Fall Visit for Seniors will be held on November 13 and
December 3. To register, visit www.salem.edu.
UNC-Charlotte Open House – Dates are at 9:00 a.m. on Saturdays -- November 20, March 26, and
April 16. Visit http://admissions.uncc.edu for information.
Scholarship Information:
AXA Achievement Scholarship – Awards of $10,000 or $25,000 will be given for students who meet
the following criteria: have been active in the community; have led a project that benefits others; have
overcome personal challenges. Learn more at www.axa-achievement.com. Deadline to apply:
December 15.
Belk Scholarship (Davidson College) – This is the college’s most prestigious merit award, which
covers the comprehensive costs of attending Davidson. CFA may nominate one candidate no later than
November 15. If you are interested in being considered, please see Ms. Copenhaver right away.
Boston University Trustee Scholarship – This is a four year, full tuition award to BU. The deadline
to apply is December 1. For information, visit www.bu.edu/admissions/trustee.
Emory Scholars Program – Four outstanding students may self-nominate for this prestigious award
at Emory University. These awards are based entirely upon the student’s merit, not financial need. The
nomination and complete application for admission must arrive by November 15. Please see
Ms. Copenhaver if you are interested in being nominated.
Gates Millennium Scholars Program -- Students are encouraged to apply for this prestigious
scholarship. The award is renewable up to five years and is open to students attending any U.S.
accredited college. Criteria include: significant financial need; cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.3; and
leadership through community service or activities. Applicants must be African American, American
Indian, Asian Pacific Islander American, or Hispanic American. If interested, see Ms. Copenhaver.
Deadline to apply: January 10. Visit www.gmsp.org.
Levine Scholars – UNC-Charlotte introduces a new scholarship, which includes full tuition,
room/board, a new laptop, and summer experiences totaling $90,000! If you are interested in being
nominated from CFA, please see Ms. Copenhaver for more information.
Peace College Scholarship – There are two opportunities for scholarships at Peace. One scholarship
offers full-tuition for students with a 4.0 GPA and SAT score of 1300 (CR and M) or ACT score of 29.
The second opportunity is for students from a private high school. The award is up to $4,000 yearly for
a female student with a GPA of 2.5 or better and a combined SAT score of 900 (ACT of 19). If you wish
to be nominated, please see Ms. Copenhaver by January 15.
Roanoke College Scholars Program – Students receive $175,000 over four years. To apply, visit
www.roanoke.edu/scholars. Deadlines: January 10 for the February competition.
Ron Brown Scholar Program – This prestigious scholarship encourages underrepresented minorities
to apply. Visit infor@ronbrown.org for information and the application at www.ronbrown.org.
University of Toledo Presidential Scholarship – This award includes full tuition/fees for four years
and a stipend for study-abroad. Criteria include: 3.8 GPA; 1340 SAT/30 ACT. An application and the
scholarship must be submitted by December 1. Visit www.utoledo.edu/admission/apply and
www.utoledo.edu/admission/presidential.
VMI Institute Scholars – Awards from $5,000 to full tuition will be awarded to students having SAT
scores of 1300+ (ACT of 29) and a GPA of 3.7+. Must apply to the school and complete the scholarship
application by February 1st. Visit www.vmi.edu/institutescholars for an application and information.
Other Opportunities:
Broadreach and Academic Treks – Information on these summer opportunities are found at
www.academictreks.com and www.gobroadreach.com.
Cambridge College Programme – This is held at the University of Cambridge in England for high
achieving high school scholars. Visit the 2011 Programme at www.cambridgecollegeprogramme.org./
Information for Oxbridge Academic Programs for rising 9th through 12th grades can be found at
www.oxbridgeprograms.com. See posters on the bulletin board!
Carnegie Mellon Pre-College Program – This is for students entering their junior or senior year of
high school. The program is a six-week summer experience in Advanced Placement, National High
School Game Academy, and Fine Arts. Visit www.cmu.edu/enrollment/pre-college for details.
C-CATS – Clemson University’s Challenge for Academically Talented Students is a program designed
specifically for high achieving 9th and 10th grade students. This program introduces students to an
exciting weekend that engages them in academic, social, and recreational opportunities at Clemson. If
you are interested in being considered for this program, see Ms. Copenhaver. Deadline for
nominations: December 12.
Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Scholarship – This is an exchange program funded by US
Congress and the German Parliament, which gives US students an opportunity to study in Germany on
a one year full scholarship. Applications must be submitted by December 21. See Ms. Copenhaver for
a brochure. For additional information and applications on this opportunity, please visit
www.ciee.org/cg.
College Discovery Day – Discover your future in theatre, as you meet more than 20 colleges on
November 20th at Greensboro College. High school seniors audition and present portfolios,
underclassmen prepare for senior year, and everyone gets an in-depth look at college theatre programs
in North Carolina.
Learn and Earn Online at CFCC – The spring schedule for the online college courses is available. The
only courses available are STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math). Visit
http://cfcc.edu/gateway/LEO.html for information.
North Carolina Junior Elon Scholars – This program services academically talented high school
juniors. Students demonstrate superior academic achievement and exceptional involvement in
activities. This is not a need-based award. Candidates should have an “A” average and combined SAT
score of 1900 or higher. SAT scores will be considered through the January 22nd test date. Visit
http://www.elon.edu/e-web/admissions/justnc.xhtml for an application. Deadline to apply:
February 10, 2011.
Summer Ventures in Science and Mathematics – This is a wonderful opportunity for 10th and 11th
graders to pursue their interests in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) in a university
research setting in North Carolina for four weeks during the summer at NO cost. Visit
http://summerventures.org for complete information and video. More information will be available in
the US Office in the coming weeks. Deadline to apply: January 31.
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SAT ACT (with Writing)
October 9 Register by September 10 October 23 Register by September 17
November 6 Register by October 8 December 11 Register by November 5
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May 7 Register by April 8
June 4 Register by May 6
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