Scholarships
Westfield is fortunate to have the support of many community clubs and businesses assisting students to attend college. The following scholarships are typically provided each year. Some scholarships require references and essays. Plan to start early on the applications.
Remember to:
- complete the application in full
- follow directions
Remember that:
- neatness counts
- write an essay that makes a strong impression
- watch all deadlines
- make sure the application gets where it needs to go
- keep a back-up file
American Legion Oratorical Contest
- A prepared oration is required on some aspect of the Constitution of the United States. The assigned topic tests the speaker’s knowledge of the basic principles of the government under the Constitution. Contest is in JanuaryAmerican Society of Military Comptrollers
This $1200 scholarship is awarded to seniors who plan to pursue degrees in financial management. It is based on scholastic achievement, leadership ability, extracurricular activity, career goals, and financial need. Due in March
Best Buy Dollars for Scholars
Applicants are evaluated on their level of volunteer community service over the past four years, work experience, school activities, statement of goals, and recommendations. Due in March
Brannen Ford of Unadilla
Brannen Ford awards scholarships to the Valedictorian and Salutatorian
Burger King Scholars
Senior must work an average of 15 hours per week for 40 weeks per year, participate in community service, and demonstrate financial need. Due in December
Clifton/Whitehead Scholarship
Criteria include an essay listing all honors, career goals, and any special circumstances affecting the need for financial assistance. Recommendations, SAT scores, and transcript must be submitted. Due in May
Credit Union Scholarship
Senior must be a member of the Credit Union. Criteria are based on academic performance, community involvement, and extracurricular activities. Due in April
Exchange Club Scholarship
Senior must have a “B” average and write an essay. Due in May
Federal Managers’ Association
Senior must demonstrate leadership ability, excellent scholastic achievement, and financial need. Due in May
Fire Sprinkler Essay
Senior writes an essay on the importance of fire sprinklers. Due in early September www.georgiafiresprinkler.org
Florence Harrison Westfield Beta Club Scholarship
This scholarship is for a senior who has actively participated and shown leadership in the Senior Beta Club. Due in December
Frank and Betty Gooden Estes Scholarship
Senior must live in Houston County, have financial need, demonstrate high moral and ethical character, earn good scholastic grades, and participate in community work either through church, school, a club or other organization. Essay required. Due in February
Garden Club of Georgia Scholarship
Applicant must have “B” or better average and have financial need. Due in January www.uga.edu/gardenclub
Georgia Cotton Women Scholarship
This scholarship is for a son, daughter, grandson, or granddaughter of an active Georgia cotton producer. Due in May
Georgia Electronic Life Safety & Systems Association
Scholarship for sons and daughters of active-duty police and fire personnel. Due in March
Georgia Farm Bureau
Parents must be members of Farm Bureau and student must pursue a degree in agricultural and environmental sciences, family and consumer sciences or related agribusiness field. Due in December
Golden Eagle Award
Senior must be nominated in a specific area, go through an interview process, and use talents in the school and community. Due in January
Hornets Pride
Determined by donated funds – Criteria are based on courses taken, grades, school activities, personal essay. Due in March
Houston County Bar Association
Based on applicant’s essay on selected topic, letters of recommendation, resume, transcript – Due in April
Houston County Healthcare
Senior must pursue an education in a healthcare-related field such as nursing, pharmacy, medicine or physical/occupational therapy. The senior must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, demonstrated commitment to school and community activities have working or volunteer experience. An essay and recommendation is required. Due in March
J. Steven Walraven Memorial Scholarship
- The senior must be an employee of a bank for at least one year. Awards are based on merit, involvement in the community, and need. Due in AprilJulian and Jan Hester Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship is based on an essay on community banking, recommendation, and merit. Due in March
Jim Herrin Memorial Scholarship
Criteria are based on track and field or cross country participation, leadership roles, awards in track, outstanding academic performance. Due in early April
Kiwanis Club Scholarship
- Application includes a paragraph describing why the scholarship is needed, list of extracurricular activities, honors and awards, statement of educational goals, recommendation, and transcript. Due early AprilNational Merit Scholarship
Determined by PSAT score
Perry Business Women’s Club
Awarded to a female based on recommendations, honors, awards, extracurricular activities, career goals, and short statement of why the applicant deserves the scholarship. Due in early April
Pilot Club Scholarship
Awarded to a female based on awards, extracurricular activities, educational plans, and need for scholarship. Due in March
Mary M. Pope Scholarship
Senior must pursue a degree in education. Eligibility is based on GPA, SAT, community service, extracurricular activities, and financial need. Due in January
Pulaski Farm Bureau
Parents must be members of Pulaski County Farm Bureau. The award is based on honors, activities, community activities, leadership positions, educational plans. Due in March
Robert Byrd Scholarship
Award is based on GPA, SAT score, and essay. Due in January
Robins Federal Credit Union Scholarship
Scholarship is based on GPA, SAT, recommendations, community and extracurricular activities. The senior must have a Credit Union account. Due in March
Robins Officers’ Spouses’ Club
Senior must have at least a 3.0 GPA and be a military dependent. Due in March
Sam Nunn Citizenship Award
Student must have 2.5 GPA, demonstrate good citizenship through community service, and include an essay and recommendation. Due in March
Shorty N. Cogland Memorial Scholarship
These scholarships are available to seniors who are sons or daughter of active-duty police and fire personnel. Due in March
Walmart Scholarship
www.walmartfoundation.org. Apply by January
WFO Fine Arts Scholarship
Senior must have a consistent study in at least one of the fine arts. He/She should have at least four years of professional training and a recommendation from a fine arts teacher. Due in March
Vietnam Veterans of America Scholarship
Scholarship is based on DD-214 form, transcript, SAT/ACT, recommendation, and an essay. Due in February
Seniors should check specific colleges for scholarship opportunities, and with parents or grandparents for scholarships associated with their jobs or affiliations.
