Living for Zachary Academic Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $5,000
Awards Available: 5

To honor his legacy, Living for Zachary is committed to supporting the next generation of health care professionals through scholarships that assist in placing more Heart Heroes in our community.  On an annual basis, Living for Zachary awards scholarships to students who display academic achievement and professional goals aligned with our mission of saving lives from sudden cardiac arrest.  In addition, we carry on the Spirit of Zachary through scholarships awarded to students at Zac’s alma mater, Plano East Senior High School.

Living for Zachary Annual Scholarships

Dallas College El Centro Campus – Cardiac Sonography Program ($5,000): Awarded to 2 students

Baylor Scott & White Health – Living for Zachary Adult Echocardiography Tuition Scholarship ($5,000): 
Awarded to 1 student

Plano East Senior High School “Spirit of Zachary” Football Scholarship ($1,000): Awarded to 1 student

Plano East Senior High School “Spirit of Zachary” Athletic Trainer Scholarship ($1,000): Awarded to 1 student

SPRING 2024 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS OPEN SEPTEMBER 1 AND CLOSE DECEMBER 1.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Current and incoming students: mySCHOLARSHIPS will automatically match you to scholarships for which you meet the eligibility requirements. To be matched, you must complete the General Application. The Scholarship Selection Committee will review applicants who submit an essay and references. Meeting the eligibility requirements does not guarantee you will be offered a scholarship. The “Action” column below

will show “None” for all the scholarships you could be matched to if you meet the requirements by only submitting the General Application.

RECOMMENDED SCHOLARSHIPS

After submitting the General Application, a list of recommended scholarships will display under the Opportunities tab. The “Action” column below will show a red “Apply” button. These scholarships require 
additional information specific to that scholarship, and you must apply to be considered for that 
scholarship.

SCHOLARSHIP COMMUNICATIONS

  • All scholarship communications will be sent to your Dallas College Student email, please check your email on a regular basis for scholarship offers and new opportunities.
  • You may also check the status of your applications by clicking on the red “Sign In” button in the upper right corner of this page. You will use your Dallas College Student email and password to sign in.
  • If you received a scholarship, it will be applied to your Dallas College student account approximately one (1) week before fall classes begin.

NOTE: Scholarships listed below depend on funding and may vary in availability and amount.

RESOURCES

  • To complete a FAFSA, you would need to be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident: FAFSA
  • To complete a TASFA, the students who are classified by the institution as Texas Residents who cannot apply for federal financial aid, using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), are encouraged to complete the TASFA: TASFA
  • If you are a student at Dallas College and need student resources and support refer to this online site: Student Resources and Support
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Sallie Mae "No Essay" Scholarship

Deadline: Apr 30, 2024
$2,000
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Be Bold Scholarship

Deadline: May 01, 2024
$25,000
The "Be Bold" Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile. It takes less than 2 minutes to apply.To us, boldest does not mean "best", or "most accomplished". Being bold means being:A) EarnestB) DeterminedC) MovingThe scholarship will be awarded to the student whose profile is most bold, according to these characteristics.Furthermore, the...

Niche $25,000 Scholarship

Deadline: May 31, 2024
$25,000
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ScholarshipOwl No Essay Scholarship

Deadline: Apr 29, 2024
$1,000
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Common App Scholarship

Deadline: Nov 30, 2024
$2,000
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SP Scholarship

Deadline: Apr 30, 2024
$2,500
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Geoscience IDEA Scholarship

Deadline: Jun 30, 2024
$5,000
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Shawn Carter Scholarship

Deadline: Apr 30, 2024
$2,500
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AISES Chevron Scholarship

Deadline: Apr 30, 2024
$5,000
Chevron will award scholarships to students majoring in Information Technology, Engineering and Earth Science. Recipient must be authorized to work in the United States and have a 3.0 GPA.Chevron is one of the world's leading energy companies, with employees working in countries around the world. We explore, produce and transport crude oil and natural gas; refine, market and distribute fuels...

Nurse Corps Scholarship Program

Deadline: May 02, 2024
$10,000
The Health Resources and Services Administration is accepting applications for the Nurse Corps Scholarship Program. The Health Resources and Services Administration improves the health of underserved and vulnerable populations by strengthening the health workforce and connecting skilled professionals to communities in need.The Nurse Corps Scholarship Program provides scholarships to nursing students in exchange for a minimum two-year, full-time service commitment...