Friday, November 30, 2012

Do you know someone who plans to apply to Roger Williams University?

Mrs. Cabral, Mt. Hope Librarian and Media Specialist and RWU alumna, has RWU application fee waivers available for Mt. Hope students.    If you are applying to RWU and would like to save the $50 application fee, please see Mrs. Cabral in the library.    Waivers are available until January 2nd on a first-come, first-served basis.   

Scholarship Information---November 30

We received information this week about the following scholarships:

Massachusetts Credit Union League: $1500 scholarships.   There will be one scholarship per chapter.   Eligibility is limited to high school seniors who will be enrolled in an undergraduate college degree program during the 2013-14 academic year; applicant or parent/guardian must be a member of St. Anne's Credit Union; crediut union must be in good standing with league; submit a current scholarship application and form with other required materials to St. Anne's Credit Union.    A student must also complete an essay.   The application and information can be found in the guidance office.    The deadline is February 1, 2013.

B. Davis Scholarship: $1000.    Information can be found at http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarship.htm.   The deadline is May 27, 2013.

Rhode Island Association of Chinese Americans Scholarship: The goal of the scholarship is to promote Chinese culture and heritage among youth.   The criteria include academic excellence, a commitment to interest in Chinese heritage and culture and provide service to the local Chinese community.    More details and materials can be found at www.RIACA.us

Monday, November 26, 2012

Financial Aid Night--December 4th

There will be a Financial Aid Night for students and families on Tuesday, December 4th from 6:30-7:30.   The College Planning Center of Rhode Island will present the ins and outs of applying for financial aid.   Please join us in the Mt. Hope High School Library.