Specs Howard Scholarship Opportunities

In addition to the resources provided here, surf the Internet with local businesses, civic groups and community organizations for less publicized opportunities. Scholarships are often awarded by business owners, clubs, associations, high schools, civic groups, religious organizations, trade associations, labor unions, political parties, military associations, private foundations, private charities, ethnic organizations and even some employers.

It's also important to start your search for funds early since many scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

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specs howard scholarship program
for high school seniors

First Place - Full scholarship for 8-month program
Second Place - Partial scholarship of $2,500
Third & Fourth - Partial scholarships for $1,500
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Eligibility requirements: High school seniors are invited to take the CPAT exam that is given at Specs Howard School three times a year. The ten highest scoring testers go on to the finals where they are required to write an essay and interview with a panel of judges from the broadcast industry. Recipients are selected based on their total score in all three areas (CPAT=20%, essay=20%, interview=60%). The top four scores are awarded scholarships. The full scholarship applies to the RTV Single Concentration Program.

To register for the exam on Sat., March 8, email your name, address, and phone number, with High School Scholarship in the subject line to askelly@specshoward.edu. Registration begins at 9:30 AM. The exam starts promptly at 10:00 AM. Latetest takers will not be admitted. This exam is for current high school seniors only. Parents are encouraged to attend.

specs howard adult scholarship program

$2,000 scholarship (specific classes only)
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Eligibility requirements: Applicant must be a high school graduate or GED recipient who earned a diploma or certificate one year prior to enrolling at Specs Howard School. Candidates take an aptitude test known as the CPAT exam on the Specs Howard campus. Recipients are selected based upon test score and financial need. The scholarship may be applied to specific classes only. Ask your admissions representative for schedule.

To register for the exam on Sat., Dec. 8th, email your name, address, and phone number, with Adult Scholarship in the subject line to askelly@specshoward.edu. Registration begins at 9:30 AM. The exam starts promptly at 10:00 AM. Late test takers will not be admitted. This exam is for high school graduates or GED recipients only.

specs howard high school program award

$2,500 scholarship (specific classes only)
RULES & REGS

Eligibility requirements: Many high schools offer comprehensive radio and/or television programs. High schoool seniors recommended by an instuctor from a pre-approved program are eligible for this scholarship on a first-come, first-served basis. The scholarship may be applied to specific classes only. Ask your admissions representative for schedule.

specs howard industry scholarship

$500 scholarship
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Eligibility requirements: Applicant must have an immediate family member (mother, father, sister, brother, aunt, uncle, first cousin, spouse and/or children) who is currently employed in the fields for which Specs Howard School offers training.

conclave radio industry scholarship

Full scholarship
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Awarded by: The Upper Midwest Communications Conclave

Eligibility Requirements: Applicant must be a high school senior, high school graduate or GED holder wishing to pursue a career in any area of radio broadcasting. An application (available online) must be completed and submitted with an audiocassette or CD recording of the candidate reading the script supplied by the Conclave. The first place winner is awarded a full scholarship to the single concentration in radio only at Specs Howard School of Broadcast Arts.

michigan student film and video festival award

Full scholarship
RULES & REGS: Call 248-547-0847.

Sponsored by: Detroit Area Film & Television (DAFT)

Eligibility requirements: Applicant must be a high school senior. Through a selection process, student film and video presentations are shown each year at the festival. The first place winner is awarded a full scholarship to Specs Howard School of Broadcast Arts for the RTV Single Concentration Program in video only.

michigan merit award scholarship

$1,250 scholarship
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Awarded by: The Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP)

Eligibility requirements:Starting with high school graduating Class of 2000 until the high school graduating class of 2006. The Michigan Merit Award Scholarship provides $2,500 to high school graduates for outstanding performance on an assessment test. Students have four (4) years to use their award. Once initiated it must be used over two consecutive
academic years, otherwise it results in forfeiture of any remaining balance. For more detailed information on the Michigan Merit Award Scholarship, contact the Office of Scholarships and Grants toll-free at 1-888-4-GRANTS (888-447-2687) or email osg@michigan.gov.

imagine america scholarship

$1000 scholarship (12-month program only)
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Sponsored by: The Career College Foundation (CCF), an affiliate of the Career College Association (CCA)

Eligibility requirements: Applicant must be a high school senior and selected by a high school counselor or principal. All U.S. high schools are eligible to select up to two graduating seniors to receive the Imagine America Scholarship each year. CCF selection guidelines are as follows: likelihood of successful completion of post-secondary education; high school grade point average of 2.5 or greater; financial need; and demonstrated voluntary community service during senior year.

Note: If your high school is not yet enrolled in the program, ask you guidance counselor to visit this link.

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