• Information:

  • The 2023 Heisman High School Scholarship is available August 14th! This year, The Heisman Trophy Trust is proud to award $128,000 in scholarships to the nation’s most accomplished and community-minded male and female senior scholar-athletes. With winners from every school, 100 State Winners, 10 of whom go on to be National Finalists, of which two are declared National Winners. Your graduating seniors have many ways to join the ranks of more than 600,000 past winners.

• Award Amount

  • $1,000 - $10,000

• Deadline

  • October 17, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Website

• Information:

  • Established by Senator Byrd in 1994, this program rewards high school students who demonstrate academic accomplishment and embody excellence in character, leadership, and good citizenship.  The ideal nominee may not necessarily be a student with one of the highest GPAs. 

• Award Amount

  • $20,000

• Application Opens

  • Open Now

• Deadline

  • November 30th, 2022

• Nomination Required

  • Yes - Nomination Form

• How to Apply

  • Complete the nomination form above, and counseling will reach out to you.

• Information:

  • Applicant must be enrolled as a High School Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior and must be a United States citizen or eligible non-citizen. Financial need is NOT considered; all income levels are encouraged to apply.

• Award Amount

  • $1,000 - $5,000

• Application Opens

  • Open Now

• Deadline

  • November 1st, 2022

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • https://app.goingmerry.com/scholarships/visionary-scholarship/5736

• Information:

  • A scholarship for those affected by an auto accident in their past. 

• Amount

  • $1,000

• Deadline

  • December 15, 2022

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • https://www.derricklawfirm.com/library/scholarship.cfm

• Information:

  • The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide four-year need-based merit scholarship providing each recipient with the opportunity to graduate college debt-free

• Eligibility

  • 1. Must be a U.S. Citizen.

  • 2. Must attend an Eligible Public High School (ACS is eligible).

  • 3. Must have achieved a 3.50 Cumulative Grade Point Average.

  • 4. Must enroll at an Eligible Four-Year College or University the first semester following high school graduation.

  • 5. Must maintain a four-year or less graduation schedule in college.

  • 6. Must work 240 hours each year, from January 1 until commencement of the fall semester in college. Employment must be regularly scheduled work performed under supervision for compensation.

  • 7. Applicant’s Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for Federal Income Tax Purposes must not exceed $85,000.

  • 8. Must provide a complete copy of the FAFSA SAR showing the EFC.

  • 9. Must apply for Federal and State grants if eligible.

  • 10. Must not have a felony conviction. 

• Amount

  • $6,000 every semester for four years

• Deadline

  • December 1, 2022

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • https://fs28.formsite.com/DanHagan/bbtgpwg7fh/form_login.html

• Information:

  • The Jefferson and Walentas Scholarships feature two similar yet distinct selection processes designed to allow students to showcase their excellence in leadership, citizenship, and scholarship (This is exclusively for the University of Virginia).

• Amount

  • The Jefferson and Walentas Scholarships provide the entire cost of attendance at the University of Virginia and many supplemental enrichment experiences. The total value of each Scholarship exceeds $333,000 for non-Virginian students and $177,000 for Virginia students. 

• Deadline

  • December 1, 2022

• Nomination Required

  • Yes - Nomination Form

• How to Apply

  • https://www.jeffersonscholars.org/scholarship/selection

• Information:

  • For any students who plan to pursue a bachelor's degree in computer science.

• Award Amount

  • Up to $40,000 for 100 winners

• Application Opens

  • November, 2022

• Deadline

  • Jan. 25, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • https://www.amazonfutureengineer.com/scholarships

• Information:

  • The Better Business Bureau Serving Western VA is pleased to offer the 20th Annual Student of Integrity Scholarship Award to honor high school seniors in our 32-county service area.

• Award Amount

  • $1,000

• Application Opens

  • Open

• Deadline

  • Jan. 31, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • Yes - Complete this form.

• How to Apply

  • https://www.bbb.org/local/0613/scholarship 

• Information:

  • Foot Locker wants to celebrate YOU–not just because you scored the game-winning point–but because sports have helped you grow into a strong leader at school and in your community. 

• Award Amount

  • 20 - $20,000 scholarships

• Application Opens

  • Open

• Deadline

  • Jan. 30, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • https://www.footlockerscholarathletes.com/ 

• Information:

  • The Material Handling Education Foundation, Inc. (MHEFI) is an independent charitable organization that was established in 1976. Since 1976, our programs have supported over 1,000 students and educators seeking pathways to quality educational programs and fulfilling careers. The demands of today’s global economy and fast-paced technological change reinforce the need to draw top talent to sustain and strengthen material handling and supply chain businesses for the future. 

• Award Amount

  • 46 - $6,000 scholarships

• Application Opens

  • Open

• Deadline

  • Jan. 31, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • https://www.mhi.org/mhefi 

• Information:

  • The Live Más Scholarship is for students pursuing higher education, preparing for the workforce, or using their passion to ignite change in their communities and beyond. We believe in you – no matter where you are in your journey, whether just recognizing your strengths and developing your passion or bringing it to life and inspiring others to join you. 

• Amount

  • 100 - $25,000 renewable scholarships

• Deadline

  • January 11, 2022

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • https://www.tacobellfoundation.org/live-mas-scholarship/ 

• Information:

  • Young people spend an average of 7.5 hours a day consuming media--and this doesn't include computer use for schoolwork--according to the Kaiser Family Foundation. With technology always at the ready at your fingertips, it can be a challenge to unplug. But taking a break from technology is healthy for the mind and body. This scholarship aims to help you understand the adverse effects of too much screen time. 

• Award Amount

  • $1,000

• Application Opens

  • Open Now

• Deadline

  • Jan. 30, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/technology-addiction-awareness-scholarship

• Information:

  • To be eligible for the scholarship, a student must: 

  • A) Be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, Black/African American, and current high school seniors at the time of their application,

  • B) Demonstrate academic achievement, exhibit leadership ability, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need.

• Award Amount

  • Up to $40,000 for 50 winners

• Application Opens

  • OPEN

• Deadline

  • Jan. 9, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • https://ronbrownportal.force.com/s/ 

• Information:

  • Scholarships for vegetarian or vegan students 

• Award Amount

  • Two $5,000  and One $10,000

• Application Opens

  • Open Now

• Deadline

  • February 20, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • https://www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm

• Information:

  • First National Bank is excited to host graduating high school seniors for the Virginia Bankers Association Bank Day and offer your seniors a unique scholarship opportunity! To qualify, one must be a senior with a 3.0 GPA or higher. Students who are selected to attend will join us at 622 Broad Street, Altavista, VA 24517, on March 7, where they will hear from our professional bankers in a wide variety of roles, discussing how banks operate, our role serving the community, as well as learning about credit and smart financial decision making. Students will use the information learned to submit an essay to the VBA Bank Day scholarship competition, where they will be eligible for regional or state scholarship prizes.

• Award Amount

  • A total of $26,500 will be awarded to thirteen students across the Commonwealth.

    • Six honorable mention winners, each winning a $1,000 scholarship.

    • Six regional winners, each winning a $2,500 scholarship.

    • One of the regional winners will also be named the statewide winner, earning an extra $5,000 scholarship for a total of $7,500 in college scholarships!

    • $500 will be awarded by First National Bank to one student attending the in-person event held at our Altavista location

• Deadline

  • Must apply online by February 28, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • https://www.formpl.us/form/5373805918814208 

• Information:

  • The scholarship was established to provide financial assistance to up to two (2) students from each Campbell County High School, two from the home school community and two from a private school who plans to further his/her education (i.e. technical school, community college, four-year college).

• Amount

  •  Up to twelve $5,000 scholarships (two from each CCPS high school) will be awarded to the applicants who best meet the stated criteria.  

• Deadline

  • March 3rd, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wYRJQ4e4cvPWXKjVqNUo2WXXrgtcyd1h/copy 

• Information:

  • A scholarship awarded to high school seniors throughout Virginia who have overcome adversity and shown significant academic promise. 

• Amount

  • Fifteen $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to fifteen seniors throughout Virginia.

• Deadline

  • March 3rd, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • https://www.allenandallen.com/about/community-involvement/scholarships/george-e-allen-scholarship/ 

• Information:

  • The Granville P. Meade Scholarship provides financial assistance to students who have achieved academically but who are financially unable to attend college. 

• Amount

  • $2,000 scholarship for four years - a total of $8,000

• Deadline

  • March 3rd, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • https://vastudentservices.smapply.org/prog/granville_pmeade_scholarship/ 

• Information:

  • Please visit the Virginia Department of Aviation’s website (www.doav.virginia.gov) to view the scholarship. In order for your application to be considered, you must be a Virginia high school senior, have at least a 3.50 unweighted GPA; be planning a career in the field of aviation, and must be enrolled or accepted into an aviation-related program at an accredited college. It is also necessary for you to: 

    • 1. Complete the attached application. 

    • 2. Have your guidance counselor or other high school official sign all required certifications. 

    • 3. Attach an official copy of your current high school transcript and a copy of acceptance letters or other verification of enrollment or acceptance into a post-secondary institution. 

    • 4. Attach to the application a typed, double-spaced essay (350 word minimum/500 word maximum) on the subject:  "Why I Wish to Pursue a Career in Aviation"

    • 5. Attach recommendation letters (no more than three) and a typed (one-page maximum) sheet listing both school related and extracurricular activities demonstrating accomplishments and leadership capabilities. 6. Mail all documents to: VAOC Scholarship, c/o Virginia Department of Aviation, 

  • Mail all documents to: VAOC Scholarship, c/o Virginia Department of Aviation, Attn: Tony Sotelo, 5702 Gulfstream Road, Richmond, VA 23250 

• Award Amount

  • $3,000

• Deadline

  • March 3, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • https://doav.virginia.gov/globalassets/pdfs/education/22-23-john-r-lillard-scholarship.pdf 

• Information:

  • Each year, the Virginia School Counselor Association awards scholarships to deserving seniors pursuing post-secondary education.  Seniors have the opportunity to win a $1000 scholarship by writing a brief essay about any school counselor that has made an impact on their life.  The counselor must be a current member of the VSCA in order for the student to be the selected recipient. 

  • This Scholarship is for Virginia graduating Seniors in the Class of 2023 who plan to attend a two or four year college or university, trade or technical program or enlist in any branch of the military. 

• Award Amount

  • $1,000

• Deadline

  • March 27, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • https://www.vsca.org/page-18198

• Information:

  • Multiple Seniors will be awarded this scholarship.

• Award Amount

  • TBD - past awards have varied

• Deadline

  • April 5, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Complete the Application (print here or come to the Future Center for a copy) and turn it in to the Counseling Office by April 5, 2023.

• Information: One or two scholarships will be awarded by the Barnard Family Health & Wellness Scholarship Committee. Amounts are dependent on the funds generated for distribution each year. Investments are handled by The Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation.

  • Applicant must submit the following items:

    • 1. Completed application form (if handwritten, please print legibly)

    • 2. Two letters of recommendation from a high school teacher/mentor, administrator, counselor, employer, or individual with significant knowledge of applicant’s experience and involvement. Must

    • be in a sealed envelope or emailed from the individual or counseling department.

    • 3. An official and recent high school transcript with cumulative grade point average and a class standing/rank. Must show official markings, be in a sealed envelope, or emailed directly from the counseling/registrar office.

    • 4. Personal Essay: What has caused your passion in the health and wellness field and what specifically would you like to accomplish in the field of health and wellness?

    • 5. Possible oral interview with a Scholarship Committee member if you are selected as a finalist.

• Award Amount

  • TBD

• Deadline

  • April 15, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Download this document and follow all directions.

• Information: "The Calvary Baptist Church Altavista, INC. Scholarship is presented annually to one or more graduating seniors who live in Altavista, Gretna, Rustburg, or William Campbell school districts."

• Applicant must submit the following items to "Calvary Baptist Church Altavista, INC. P.O. Box 540, Altavista VA 24517:

  • Paper application found in the Future Center, or download a PDF copy here (If you choose the PDF copy, you must print it and fill it out).

  • A copy of your high school transcript

  • Two letters of recommendation

• Award Amount

  • $500

• Deadline

  • April 15, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Paper application found in the Future Center, or download a PDF copy here (If you choose the PDF copy, you must print it and fill it out).

• Information: This scholarship is available for 2023 high school seniors. Applicants are not limited to attending a four-year college. Vocational schools, trade schools, community colleges, and military enlistments are also acceptable.

Instructions:

• • • Follow all instructions in the document listed below.

• Award Amount

  • Two $1,000 Scholarships

• Deadline

  • By April 6, 2023, at 5:00 PM, all applications must be hand-delivered to the Campbell County Agriculture Building, 163 Kabler Lane, Rustburg, VA.

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Download this document and follow all directions.

• Information: The Kyle E. Thornhill Scholarship Committee will award multiple $500 scholarships this year.  This scholarship award may be used for tuition or other expenses at any full-time college/university or community college program in the United States during the fall semester in the year of high school graduation. 

• Instructions

  • Please follow all instructions on the application listed below.

• Award Amount

  • Multiple $500 Scholarships

• Deadline

  • April 18, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Paper application and guidelines can be found in the Future Center, or download the guidelines here and application here (If you choose the PDF copy, you must print it and fill it out).

• Information: The recipient must be a senior girl entering the field of education as a career.

• Applicant must submit the following items:

  • • Student Application Form

    • Student Essay

    • Two Recommendations

    • Guidance Counselor Form

    • Transcript

• Award Amount

  • $1,000

• Deadline

  • April 21, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Download this document, print and follow all directions or come to the Future Center to get a paper copy.

• Information: The Colonel Club (Athletic Boosters of Altavista Combined School) will award one scholarship to a graduating senior.

• Requirements:

  • • Volunteered at some point during 9th-12th grades while attending ACS

    • Minimum GPA of 2.0

    • Applied to an accredited 2-year or 2-year college, university, or technical school for the term beginning in the Fall of the year of graduation

    • Complete a formal application for this scholarship

    • Attach an essay to the application discussing how volunteerism has influenced your life - either as a volunteer or as the recipient of a volunteer effort

    • Accept the decision of the scholarship awarding as final

    • Disclaimer: If the applicant who wins this scholarship does not attend the chosen school, the scholarship monies will revert back to the Colonel Club 

• Award Amount

  • $500

• Application

  • Come to the Future Center for a paper application or print it here

• Deadline

  • April 28, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• Information: This scholarship memorializes Ralph & Mitchell Walker, longtime residents of Campbell County.

  • Applicants must follow all guidelines:

    • First time applicants must be graduating high school seniors with a minimum 2.5 grade point average (GPA).

    • College-bound applicants must have scored at or above the 50th percentile on either the SAT or ACT test.

    • Applicants must be well-rounded and of good character.

    • Applicants must plan to enroll at an accredited two or four year college or at an accredited professional institution.

    • Submit the following

      • A high-resolution jpeg/jpg of the applicant to be used for promotional purposes.

      • High School, Vocational School or College Transcript.

      • Official SAT or ACT score document (college-bound applicants).

      • Page one and two only of the Electronic Student Aid Report (SAR). The SAR summarizes the information you submitted on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). These pages must include the expected family contribution (EFC) amount.

      • A copy of your parent's completed 2021 Federal Income Tax form.

• Award Amount

  • TBD

• Deadline

  • April 3, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • https://everbless.org/apply-for-a-scholarship/   -- click on the Walker Scholarship Link

• Information: This award is granted annually to one graduating senior from each of the eighteen high schools in our region and is based not on academic or athletic achievement but on the characteristics of good citizenship demonstrated by the student in daily life.

• Applicant must submit the following items:

  • • A Senior student who meets all graduation requirements

• Award Amount

  • $500

• Deadline

  • April 6, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • Yes - Nomination Form

• Information:

  • This scholarship is for HS seniors interested in participating in ROTC at a Virginia University.

• Award Amount

  • $2500

• Deadline

  • April 24, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Complete the online application

• Information:

  • The Altavista EMS Scholarship Fund was established in 2018 to provide financial assistance to students attending Altavista High School, Gretna High School, Faith Christian Academy, and Virginia Technical Institute to continue their Education in the Field of Medicine or pursue training in a trade.

• Award Amount

  • $5,993.75

• Deadline

  • May 10, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Print Application here or come to the future center for a paper copy.

• Information:

  • To provide one scholarship to a deserving area youth that requires financial assistance is active in supporting the Altavista community and shows an eagerness to achieve knowledge by pursuing a post-high school course of study at either a/an college/university or other post-secondary educational institutions.  

• Award Amount

  • $750

• Deadline

  • May 12, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Print the application here or come to the future center for a paper copy.

• Information:

  • One graduating senior is awarded this scholarship each year.

• Award Amount

  • $1000

• Deadline

  • May 19, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Print the application here or come to the future center for a paper copy.

• Information:

  • One graduating senior passionate about art will be selected for this scholarship.

• Award Amount

  • TBD - past awards have varied

• Deadline

  • May 1, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Complete the Application (print here or come to the Future Center for a copy)

  • Three Examples of original artwork or photo of a sculpture, etc.

  • "Attach an essay of 100 words or less on What is Art."

• Information:

  • The Central Republican Women’s Club is affiliated with Virginia Federation of Republican Women. The CRW includes women from Amherst, Bedford, Campbell, and Lynchburg, and as such, we are providing scholarship opportunities to senior high school students in our club’s membership area. Seniors may be graduating from any public or private high school in our area or a graduating homeschooler under a recognized program by their locality.

• Award Amount

  • $500

• Deadline

  • May 22, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Complete the Application (print here or come to the Future Center for a copy)

• Information:

  • Two senior students, one male and one female, who participated in varsity athletics during their Junior and Senior Years will be selected for this scholarship.

• Award Amount

  • TBD - past awards have varied

• Deadline

  • May 5, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • Yes - Nomination Form

• How to Apply

  • Complete the Application (print here or come to the Future Center for a copy)

  • "Attach an essay explaining why you think you should receive the scholarship and how it will help you with your future educational plans."

• Information:

  • One senior student who has been a band member for at least three (3) years.

• Award Amount

  • TBD 

• Deadline

  • May 10, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Complete the Application (print here or come to the Future Center for a copy)

• Information:

  • All are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to students associated with the football program in any way. All programs of study are acceptable, including trade/vocational schools, community colleges, and four-year colleges and universities.

• Award Amount

  • TBD

• Deadline

  • May 12, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Complete the Application (print here or come to the Future Center for a copy)

• Information:

  • From 1984 to 2006, Deborah J. Mason taught Latin at ACS. She devoted her life to her students and school. Her commitment to learning, community, and fellow man was shared with all whose lives she touched. To honor her spirit and service to others, this scholarship will be awarded to a deserving 2023 graduate

• Award Amount

  • TBD - past awards have varied

• Deadline

  • May 5, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • An essay on your goals in education and for your life

  • A statement of your college plans

  • A summary of your past and present school and community activities

  • A copy of your high school transcript

  • A statement of any particular needs you may have

  • A list of any other scholarships you have received

  • One letter of recommendation from a person outside  of the school

• Information:

  • A financial scholarship will be awarded to one (1) graduating high school senior within the Commonwealth of Virginia.   A viable candidate is one who displays leadership, ambition to succeed, and a desire to serve their community.

• Award Amount

  • $1000

• Deadline

  • May 15, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • https://www.lopezscholarshipfoundation.org/how-to-apply

• Information:

  • One graduating senior who is a Cross Country runner at Altavista, Rustburg, or Gretna High Schools will be awarded this scholarship

• Award Amount

  • $500

• Deadline

  • May 19, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Complete the Application (print here or come to the Future Center for a copy)

• Information:

  • One graduating senior who is attending a community college, four-year university, or vocational program in the Fall.

• Award Amount

  • TBD

• Deadline

  • May 10, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Complete the Application (print here or come to the Future Center for a copy)

• Information:

  • A scholarship for Central Virginia Federal Credit Union members that can be used towards tuition or other related fees.

• Award Amount

  • $1000

• Deadline

  • May 12, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • A paper application can be found in the Future Center, or download and print the document here.

• Information:

  • The Lynch Station Ruritan Club Scholarship is presented annually to one or more graduating seniors who attend Altavista Combined School.

• Award Amount

  • $550

• Deadline

  • May 10, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • A paper application can be found in the Future Center, or download and print the document here.

• Information:

  • Presented to a graduating Senior from Altavista High School.

• Award Amount

  • TBD

• Deadline

  • May 12, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • A paper application can be found in the Future Center, or download and print the document here.

• Information:

  • A graduating senior who demonstrates financial need to help pay for college.

• Award Amount

  • TBD - past awards have varied

• Deadline

  • May 19, 2023

• Nomination Required

  • No

• How to Apply

  • Complete the Application (print here or come to the Future Center for a copy)