High School Semi-Finalists (By Invitation Only)

This opportunity is ONLY for students who received an email from CollegeReady with an invitation to complete this Semi-Finalist Form.

Do not complete this form if you were not specifically invited to do so.

To be further considered for our scholarship opportunities, qualified applicants must submit this Semi-Finalist Form by the deadline (May 28, 2024 at 3:00pm). Without completing this Semi-Finalist Form, you will be removed from scholarship consideration.

Award
Varies
Deadline
05/28/2024
Supplemental Questions
  1. SEMI-FINALIST FORM
    This is only for applicants who have been notified by CollegeReady that they were selected as a Semi-Finalist.

    ****** THE DEADLINE IS MAY 28, 2024 AT 3:00PM******

    You must submit this by the deadline to be further considered for a scholarship. Please note: Being invited to complete this form does NOT guarantee that you will receive an award.

    Students chosen to receive a scholarship will be notified via MAIL in mid-June.
  2. Has any of your contact information changed since applying earlier this year?
    You can verify the information you provided by clicking My Applications (on the top blue menu bar), then General Application.
    • Has your mailing address changed?
    • Has your phone number changed?
    • Verify that the "PRIMARY EMAIL ADDRESS" listed on your General Application is an email address you will continue using AFTER high school graduation.
  3. For award presentation purposes, if your FIRST OR LAST NAME may be difficult to pronounce, please spell it phonetically:
    Some examples: Krueger = (k-ree-gr) or (crew-gr); Rao: (rhymes with "wow"); Keisha = (key-sha)
  4. Upload a recent photo of yourself OR your senior portrait to be used at our award ceremony and/or for other promotional or recognition purposes.
  5. Which college/university will you attend in the fall?
    Review this list carefully before selecting "Other - Not Listed."
  6. If you chose "Other - Not Listed" above, enter your intended college/university:
  7. My College/University
    • What CITY is your college/university located in?
    • What STATE is your college/university located in?
    • What type of institution is it?
  8. FAFSA SUBMISSION SUMMARY
    You will provide information from your FAFSA Submission Summary in this section.
    This tutorial will help you answer the next two questions: Tutorial: Finding your FAFSA Submission Summary & Uploading It
    IMPORTANT: YOU MUST HAVE YOUR FAFSA SUBMISSION SUMMARY UPLOADED HERE IN ORDER TO BE FURTHER CONSIDERED FOR SCHOLARSHIPS! We cannot accept your application without it. If you haven’t submitted a FAFSA yet, DO IT NOW!
    • 1. Upload a copy of your FAFSA Submission Summary.
      This should be in JPEG, Word doc or PDF format only; remove all punctuation and special characters from the file name. This should NOT be an estimate, and must clearly show your Student Aid Index (SAI).
    • 2. Student Aid Index
      On your FAFSA Submission Summary, you will find your Student Aid Index (SAI).
      Type your SAI into the field below. This amount will be verified against your uploaded FAFSA Submission Summary.
  9. Verification of College Information
    All questions below are about your upcoming year in college.
    • 1. Enter your college/university student ID (this is REQUIRED to expedite scholarship payments):
    • 2. Each college/university issues their students an email address. Type your college-issued email address here.
    • 3. Which type of UNDERGRAD degree will you be pursuing this fall?
    • 4. Which of the following describes your living situation for the upcoming school year?
    • 5. This fall, will you attend college on a full-time basis? (enrolled in at least 12 credits each semester)
  10. If you selected "No" above, explain why you will not be a full-time student during the upcoming year. Please specify your plans for all semesters/trimesters.
  11. Major or Field of Study:
    Select your major/field of study from this list. If you can't find your specific major, please select “Other-Not Listed” and type it into the question below.
    For students with more than one major, enter your first major here and any additional majors in the field below.
  12. If you selected "Other - Not Listed" above, type your intended field(s) of study:
    If you have more than one major, list them here (separate majors with a semicolon).
  13. In a couple of sentences, briefly summarize your academic plans and career aspirations/goals:
    If you're still deciding on your career path, that's OK! Just give us an idea of what you plan to explore in college, or the type of field you are currently interested in. This response is required but will not be graded or scored.
  14. Click "Add a New File" below to upload your Financial Aid Offer for the upcoming school year.

    The Financial Aid Offer is provided by your college/university and lists the financial aid you are being offered for the school year ahead. DO NOT SAVE YOUR FAFSA SUBMISSION SUMMARY HERE!
    --- Review this Tutorial: What is a Financial Aid Offer if you are unsure what to provide.

    We will accept a screen-shot of your online student account, but it must clearly display your name and financial aid information.

    Upload a JPEG, PDF or Word file ONLY, and remove punctuation and special characters from the file name to avoid errors when uploading. NOW CLICK 'Save and Keep Editing' at the bottom of your screen. Once the screen refreshes, scroll back to this question and click “View” to make sure your document can be accessed/opened.

    If you have not received a Financial Aid Offer from your college/university, CONTACT YOUR SCHOOL'S FINANCIAL AID OFFICE TO REQUEST IT ASAP. ---We CANNOT process your scholarship application without it!---

    If you haven't received a Financial Aid Offer because you cannot complete a FAFSA, email Jenny Tice.
  15. My Financial Aid
    Review the Financial Aid Offer that you received from your college/university and enter the dollar amounts you will receive during the upcoming school year:
    -- DO NOT include work-study or loans.
    -- If you were awarded a multiple-year scholarship, ONLY list the amount you'll receive during the upcoming school year.
    • 1. Total dollar amount in Grants and Scholarships offered by YOUR COLLEGE
    • 2. Total dollar amount offered in State Grants
    • 3. Total dollar amount offered in Federal Grants (DO NOT INCLUDE LOANS!)
  16. List any scholarships, awards or grants you will receive from OTHER SOURCES (not your college or university):
    • 1a. First Scholarship Name (If none, enter "none")
    • 1b. First Scholarship Amount (If none, enter "0")
  17. Additional Scholarships
    If you have not received any other scholarships, leave questions 2a-6b blank.
    • 2a. Second Scholarship Name
    • 2b. Second Scholarship Amount
    • 3a. Third Scholarship Name
    • 3b. Third Scholarship Amount
    • 4a. Fourth Scholarship Name
    • 4b. Fourth Scholarship Amount
    • 5a. Fifth Scholarship Name
    • 5b. Fifth Scholarship Amount
    • 6a. Remaining Scholarship Name(s) List the name of any/all other scholarships that you will receive.
    • 6b. Remaining Scholarship Amount Enter the TOTAL AMOUNT of any/all other scholarships you will receive.
  18. Enter the TOTAL amount of financial aid you were offered for your upcoming year in college.
    This total should include the scholarships and grants listed on your Financial Aid Offer, AND any other scholarships or grants you will receive from other sources for the upcoming school year.
    DO NOT include loans or work-study!
    Please double-check your math.
  19. By providing my electronic signature below, I certify that all information provided on this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize CollegeReady to access and utilize my FAFSA information and Financial Aid Offer for scholarship consideration. I understand that, if selected, this will be a one-time award, and may not be renewable. If I qualify for scholarship funding in future years, I understand that I must complete the Renewal Application process.

    If I am selected to receive a scholarship, I understand that it is my responsibility to keep CollegeReady updated with my current contact information. I agree to immediately notify CollegeReady if I change schools, reduce my enrollment to less than full-time, or experience any other change in status that may affect my eligibility to receive an award.

    I understand that my application may be sent to other organizations for which CollegeReady administers scholarships, and hereby give my permission to allow these organizations to access my application for the purpose of scholarship consideration.

    Acceptance of a scholarship constitutes permission for CollegeReady to use my name, likeness, biographical information and/or personal statements for the future promotion of the organization.

    I have read and understand these terms and conditions and acknowledge that my failure to satisfy any of the above-listed requirements may result in forfeiture of any scholarship I may be the recipient of.
    • 1. Electronic Signature of Student (type full name)
    • 2. Today's Date
  20. If you are under the age of 18, your parent or guardian must provide his/her electronic signature here:
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