Scholarships/Financial Opportunities

Multiple trophies sit atop a dark table labeled "David H. Hickman High School" against a dark background.

Provided here are a list of finanical opportunities that exist for students who are looking to pursue post-secondary education.

A+ Program

A vertical banner on the left lists %22A+ SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS%22 in large, bold letters, while the right side displays six colorful boxes with icons and text detailing the requirements, such as attendance, tutoring hours, GPA, citizenship, math proficiency, and program application, with a note at the bottom to see Dr. Matthews in Counseling.

The A+ Program is available to all students and a great way to get financial support for any student's post-secondary goals.

For more information Click here

For the application Click Here

Applications can be dropped off in the counseling office.

For a log sheet please stop by counseling.

If you have any other questions, please contact your school counselor.

Not sure where you can get your hours? Check out these places...

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

$7,395

Want this much money for school? Fill out the application and see if you qualify for all of just some of this FREE money!

For the FAFSA Application, be sure to plan accordingly to and set up your FSA ID prior to Oct 1st.

FSA ID Setup

The FAFSA application opens on Oct. 1st.

FAFSA Application

WANT HELP WITH FAFSA???

Hickman, along with the other High Schools in the area, will be hosting a FAFSA Frenzy. This is an event to provide assistance with completion of the FAFSA Application, if you need. If you can complete the form as early as the October 1st, please do so. Mark your calendar for October 15th!

FAFSA Frenzy
Sign up here!

Underclassman Scholarships

Cancer Pathway Contest

Teen Writing Contest

(9-12 essay contest)

Submit an essay of 500-1,500 words about their experience with cancer for the opportunity to win one of several $1,000 prizes.

Submit your essay here

Horatio Alger Association

(Junior Scholarship)

Over 600 scholarships available to students that display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity. To learn more.

Eligibility info and To apply. Application Deadline Dec 1. 24- March 1. 25

Coolidge Scholarship

(Junior Scholarship)

This is a full-ride, four year merit scholarship that may be used by recipients for undergraduate study at an accredited college or university in the US. Description click here. Application: TBD

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Optimist Int'l Youth Contests

(9-12th grade)

1. Essay Contest- students win $2500. More info & application: click here

2. Oratorical Contest- student can win up to $22,500! More info & application: click here

Deadline Feb. 19