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Baltimore area high school girls have the opportunity to "shop" for a free prom dress on Saturday, March 6th, thanks to the Priceless Gown Project. The event will take place at the Marriott Inner Harbor Hotel at Camden Yards. Doors will open at 9 a.m. and selection is first come, first serve.
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Spring college fairs
CollegeBound will host its Spring 2010 College Fairs on April 20, 21 and 22. Admissions Representatives and Recruiters, if you haven't sent in your RSVP, call us today to reserve your space!
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CollegeBound eNews
February 2010 |
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CollegeBound Foundation | 300 Water Street, Suite 300 | Baltimore, MD 21202 |
FAFSA, CollegeBound
scholarship deadlines: Monday, March 1!
The deadline for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid is quickly approaching! Monday, March 1st is the final day to submit the FAFSA in order to qualify for federal and Maryland state financial aid, and to apply for CollegeBound's Last Dollar Grant and Competitive Scholarships.
All students planning to enroll in college in autumn 2010 must submit the FAFSA to determine their eligibility for financial assistance. More information about applying is available online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/.
The CollegeBound Foundation Last Dollar Grant is a need-based award for Baltimore City public high school seniors only. Eligible students may receive up to $3,000 per year, renewable for five years. Recipients must plan to attend a four-year public or private Maryland college. More information and the application is available online here.
The Competitive Scholarship program is a common application with over 100 different scholarship opportunities offered by individuals, organizations, foundations and businesses. The criteria differ for each award, so read carefully. These awards are only for Baltimore City public high school seniors. Some examples of scholarships include the Baltimore Ravens Scholarship, the Hilton Baltimore Convention Center Hotel Scholarship Fund, The Travelers Insurance Companies, Inc. Scholarship, the Mars Supermarket Educational Fund, and many, many more! Click here for the application. In addition, CollegeBound administers a handful of awards for seniors at public schools in surrounding counties: Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Harford and Howard. Click here for applications and additional information.
Questions about our Last Dollar Grants and Competitive Scholarships can be directed to Jamie Martino, Scholarship Program Administrator, at 410.783.2905 ext.207. |
Second Annual 5K
Race for the Future
CollegeBound will host its Second Annual 5K Race for the Future on Saturday, April 17, 2010 at 9 a.m. The course will start in Druid Hill Park, loop around Druid Lake and finish at the starting point. Parking is available in the park, and signs and volunteers will be there to direct you to the start/finish area.
Early Registration Fees: (by April 2)
$30 (with tech shirt)
$25 (without tech shirt)
$20 Sleeping In (a donation, not running)
Donations in the Sleeping In category can be made through race day.
Race Day Registration Fees: (7:30 to 9 am)
$35 (with tech shirt)
$30 (without tech shirt)
Awards will go to the overall top three finishers and the top male and female finishers in the following age groups: 15 & under; 16-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; and 70 & over. Water will be available on course, and post-race food and drink will be provided. Questions regarding the Race for the Future? Email Development Director Teresa Perrera, or call 410.783.2905 ext.202.
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CollegeBound Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to encouraging and enabling Baltimore City high school students to attend and graduate from college. Tax deductible donations can be made online or mailed to our address below. CollegeBound respects your privacy and will never sell or trade your email address. |
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