Scholarships – Contact Mrs. White with any questions. 
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This is a listing of scholarships we receive, and they are also emailed to all seniors and their parents. However, please don’t stop your search here! Ask your employers, banks, churches, insurance companies, etc. if they offer scholarships. Be sure to apply for your Free Application for Federal Student Aid. (WARNING: This is a FREE application. Do not go to www.fafsa.com or any other company that charges you to fill out the application.) Use every free internet search you can find. (Examples: www.fastweb.com or www.nextstudent.com)
Please check this list weekly, as it will change and grow continuously throughout the year. PLEASE NOTE: ALL OF THESE SCHOLARSHIPS (AND APPLICATIONS WHEN AVAILABLE) HAVE BEEN SCANNED AND EMAILED TO ALL SENIORS AND THEIR PARENTS WHO HAVE PROVIDED US WITH EMAIL ADDRESSES. IF YOU ARE NOT RECEIVING THESE BY EMAIL AND WOULD LIKE TO, PLEASE CALL NICOLE WHITE AT 830/864-4044 EXT. 1006 OR EMAIL AT nwhite@harper.txed.net.
SCHOLARSHIPS – Last updated on February 22, 2012
(Sorted by Month of Due Date)
General $$$ News by College or Organization
Angelo State University offers several gift aid programs which do not require repayment.
1. Blue and Gold Guarantee: Provides full tuition and mandatory fees for freshmen coming from Texas families with a combined adjusted gross income of $40,000 or less.
2. Carr Academic Scholarship Program: Awards up to $3000 to high school seniors who rank in the top 45% of their class and score a minimum 990 SAT (combined math/critical reading) or a minimum composite 21 ACT. An additional $1500 is available for need. No application is required other than applying for general financial aid. Priority Deadline: April 1, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Texas Elks State Association Scholarships are available online at www.texaselks.org. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
TESA Annual Essay Contest due February 29, 2012.
TESA Teenager of the Year Contest due March 1, 2012.
TESA Scholarships due March2, 2012.
TESA Eagle Scout Award due April 1, 2012.
TESA Girls Scout Gold Award due April 16, 2012.
TESA Vocational Grants awarded throughout the year. No deadline.
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) offers full tuition and fees for first-time freshmen with a family income of $30,000 or less. To qualify for the UTSAccess program, students must: meet the income requirement, be admitted to UTSA by March 12, 2012, and apply for FAFSA by March 12, 2012. For more information on UTSAccess, please visit www.utsa.edu/financialaid or call 800.669.0919. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
OCTOBER
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation, Inc… The Coca-Cola Scholars Program annually awards 50 scholarship of $20,000 each and 200 scholarship of $10,000 each to current or home school seniors. Applications available online at www.coca-colascholars.org. Deadline: October 31, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship/Leadership Award… The Elks National Foundation awards 500 competitive, four year scholarship ranging from $1000-$15,000/year. Applications are available online at www.elks.org/enf/scholars or at your local Elks Lodge. Applications must be submitted to the Lodge nearest your permanent address by December 1, 2012. To locate your nearest Lodge, go to www.elks.org/enf/FindALodge.cfm. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
JANUARY
Texas A&M Foundation… This scholarship is for incoming freshmen to the university with awards ranging from $2000-$2500 per year. You must be attending Texas A&M-College Station in the fall. Note that there is another separate scholarship available to TAMU students in the April section below. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. They are also available at http://giving.tamu.edu/fea. Deadline: January 5, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Texas Engineering Foundation Scholarship… The Texas Society of Professional Engineers and the Texas Engineering Foundation will award approximately $100,000 in scholarships to students attending an ABET-accredited university. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline: January 13, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Burger King Scholars Program… New this year! $1000, $5000, $25,000, and $50,000 scholarships are now available to all eligible high school seniors and Burger King employees. For details on how to apply, click here at BK Scholarship. Deadline: January 10, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Texas Student Housing… This scholarship is open to students accepted to colleges in Austin, College Station, or Denton, who have NOT signed off-campus housing leases. Scholarships are awarded for the full or partial cost of an off-campus room for one academic year at the Ballpark in Austin, Town Lake in Austin, the Ridge at North Texas, and the Cambridge in College Station, or at an alternate comparable facility if designated by TSH. Applications available at your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline: January 31, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
FEBRUARY
Elks Grand Lodge Legacy Awards… Applications available online only at www.elks.org/enf/scholars. Deadline: February 1, 2012. (Date updated: 01/12/11)
Cailloux Foundation Scholarship… Sixteen renewable awards of up to $14,000 each ($56,000 over four years) will be granted annually to new recipients meeting the eligibility requirements. Applicants must have a minimum SAT score of 1022 (verbal and math combined) or a minimum ACT score of 22 composite, a minimum grade average of 85 (on a scale of 100), and be in the top third of their graduating class to be eligible for consideration. Applicants must have a family adjusted gross income of no more than $100,000 per year. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
How to Apply
Go to www.applyists.net to access the scholarship application until February 1, 2012. Any eligible student may complete the scholarship application for consideration.
The access key is CALOX.
The application form is extensive. It must be fully completed and all requested attachments including the parents’ latest income tax return, other financial information, and a list of all other scholarships that have been applied for and received must be provided.
The scholarship management company will only review complete applications submitted by the deadline. Be sure that you have actually submitted the application online.
All requested attachments are required and must be mailed and postmarked by February 1, 2012.
KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program… KFC is offering a scholarship for up to $20,000. You must: be a graduating senior, maintain a high school GPA of 2.75 or higher, and be pursuing a bachelor’s degree (must enter an in-state 2- or 4-year accredited college). Complete your online application at www.kfcscholars.org. The application is available from December 1 through February 8, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Texas Lyceum Leadership Scholarship… One of the missions of the Texas Lyceum is to identify and develop the next generation of top leadership in the State of Texas and to do this, they invest in our Texas schools, communities, and future leaders by offering scholarship awards to qualified individuals. Their purpose in offering this scholarship is to assist motivated Texas students, exhibiting leadership qualities, to attain their goals through higher education. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Applications are available at http://www.texaslyceum.org/scholarships.aspx. Deadline: February 15, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
For Students in Grades 9-12 Best Buy @15 Scholarship Program… This year the Best Buy @15 Scholarship Program will award 1,200 scholarships of $1,000 each to students in grades 9-12 living in the U.S. or Puerto Rico who plan to enter a full-time undergraduate course of study upon high school graduation. They’re looking for students with solid grades, who are involved in volunteer efforts in their schools and communities, and/or have a work history. Students must be planning to attend a college, university or technical school in the fall immediately following their high school graduation. 9–12th grade students from private, public, alternative or home schools are eligible to apply. Grants are a one-time award, so if you were a winner in the past, you aren’t eligible to apply again. Scholarship applications are available only to @15 members — you can become a member for free on at15.com. After registering you will immediately receive an email that confirms your registration and includes a password. Once you log in with your username and password you will have access to the link to the scholarship application website. More information is available at http://www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com. Deadline: February 15, 2012 (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Teresa and David R. Schmidt, M.D. Scholarship Fund… Student must be a graduating senior of a high school in Bandera, Gillespie, Kerr, Medina or Uvalde Counties, pursuing a career in the medical profession (does not include pharmacy or MRI technician), and require financial assistance. All applications can be accessed online at www.saafdn.org. The students can click on the scholarship page. Then go to Application Information. Once there they can search for Schmidt. Scholarships are listed alphabetically. Other scholarships are also listed on this site. Deadline: February 15, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Central Texas Electric Co-op… CTEC is awarding thirty $1000 scholarships to active members and their immediate families whose primary residence is served by CTEC. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom or at www.ctec.coop. Deadline: TO MRS. WHITE by February 21, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
[Volleyball Players/Managers Only] Austin Chapter Volleyball Officials Scholarship… Austin TASO is offering three $500 scholarship to varsity volleyball players and/or varsity managers who plan to attend a Texas college/university in the Fall 2011 semester. Applications are available online at http://www.austinvbrefs.com/files/10Scholarship_Application.pdf. Deadline: In their office by February 25, 2012, no exceptions. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Lowe’s Scholarship… Lowe’s will award one hundred forty (140) $2,500 scholarships to high school seniors who intend to enroll full-time in an undergraduate course of study in the U.S. for the 2012/2013 school year. Go to http://careers.lowes.com/college_recruiting_scholarship.aspx to apply. Deadline: February 28, 2012. (Date updated: 02/22/2012)
First Annual Buick Achievers Scholarship Program… Open to high school seniors or high school graduates who will be first-time college students in the fall of 2011, the Buick Achievers Scholarship Program is geared towards students interested in pursuing a course of study that focuses on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math), various design majors, marketing, accounting and finance. Two levels of scholarship will be awarded: (1)1,000 Buick Achievers Scholarships of $2,000 available for one year (2) 100 Buick Achievers National Scholarships of up to $25,000 available for up to four years, and one additional year for those entering a five-year engineering program. All applications must be submitted electronically by March 31, 2011. To apply or for more information, click the following link: http://bit.ly/BuickAchievers. Deadline: February 29, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
MARCH
Texas Exes Scholarship for those accepted to the University of Texas-Austin… The Fredericksburg Chapter Texas Exes is offering scholarships this year. You need to complete the application, including your resume and two letters of reference. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline: March 1, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
State Fair of Texas Scholarships… www.bigtex.com. Deadline: March 1, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Playing With Purpose Award [for Christian Student Athletes]… This is available to current high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors who are currently a varsity level athlete in one or more sports and a committed follower of Jesus Christ. Apply at www.playingwithpurpose.org. Deadline: March 2, 2012. (Date updated: 02/22/2012)
Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented… Several scholarships are being offered for graduating Gifted and Talented students. Go to http://www.txgifted.org/insights for applications and more information. Deadline: March 1, 2012. (Date updated: 02/17/2012)
Hill Country Junior Livestock Show Scholarship… For this scholarships, applicants must meet the following criteria: 2.5 or better GPA, participated in 4-H or FFA for at least four years, attend a Texas college or university in the Fall of 2011, and participated in the HCDJLS for 2 of the past 4 years. Applications are available online at http://www.hcdjls.org. Deadline: March 1, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
TxDOT Conditional Grant Program… The Conditional Grant Program is available to eligible students pursuing a degree in civil engineering. Students accepted into the program receive up to $3,000 per semester or $6,000 per academic year, based on financial need.To qualify for the Conditional Grant Program, you must be economically disadvantaged, and you must also:be a Texas resident eligible to work in the U.S., have a minimum high school grade point average of 3.00 on a four-point scale, or a minimum score of 900 on the SAT or a minimum score of 21 on the ACT, plan to attend an accredited four-year Texas public college or university as a full-time student (minimum 12 semester hours), declare an intent to seek a four-year degree in civil engineering, and agree to work for TxDOT for two years immediately following graduation. Go to http://www.txdot.gov/careers/conditional.htm for the application. Deadline: March 1, 2012. (Date updated: 02/17/2012)
Texas Big Game Awards… For additional information on this website, go to http://texasbiggameawards.org/ScholarshipApplication.htm. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline: March 1, 2012. (Date updated: 02/17/2012)
Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country… The four scholarships that Harper students can apply for are: Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country Scholarship, Bettie Sue Dunn Cummings Scholarship, Miriam E. Kay Memorial Scholarship, and the Fisher Felix Memorial Scholarship. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline to Mrs. White: March 6, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Fredericksburg Masonic Lodge #794… Our local Masonic lodge is offering scholarships again this year. You need to include a summary explaining your goals, why you need this scholarship, any community service or extra-curricular activities, and any special circumstances. Applications can be downloaded at http://www.fredericksburgmasons.com/scholarshipeducation.html or picked up at your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline: March 4, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Pedernales Creative Arts Alliance… PCAA is the organization that sponsors Fredericksburg’s Octoberfest. This year, they plan to award five $1,500 per year renewable scholarships to students who will major in fine arts in college. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline: March 1, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Hill Country Telephone Cooperative… In order to qualify for this scholarship, you must: graduate from high school by the end of the 2012 school year, have at least one parent/legal guardian who is a member of Hill Country, and plan to attend an accredited institution (college, vocational or technical school) on a full-time basis (at least 12 hours). While above average grades are an asset, they are not required to compete for this scholarship as other factors will also be considered (i.e., leadership qualities, participation in extracurricular and community activities, and teacher recommendations). Applications are available online at http://www.hctc.net/en/sappletter.html . Deadline to Mrs. White: March 7, 2012. (Date updated: 02/22/2012)
State Fair of Texas Scholarships… You can check out the website for applications and requirements and more information. Applications are available online at www.bigtex.com. Deadline: March 1, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Pedernales Electric Co-op Members… PEC is awarding 25 $1,000 and 5 $5000 scholarships to PEC members. Applications are available in your counselor’s office, Transitions room, or at www.pec.coop/scholarship. Deadline: March 1, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY) 2012 Award Program… Twenty-five scholar athletes will receive a $7,500 scholarship. From now until March 19, 2012, you may nominate student athletes (or, yes, even nominate yourself!) online at https://www.sammyapplication.com. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Texas Telephone Association Foundation… TTA will award five four-year scholarships in the amount of $1,500 per year. Students must have a gpa of at least 3.0. Applications are due to Mrs. White by March 10 for submission. Do not mail in scholarships yourself. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. You may also access them www.tta.org. Deadline to Mrs. White: March 16, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Kerrville Performing Arts Scholarship… In addition to presenting a performing arts series, KPAS provides performing arts educational opportunities for young children. KPAS provides local students numerous opportunities to attend master classes and outreach programs by visiting professional artists. KPAS also promotes future generations of performing artists by providing annual scholarships to local high school seniors who are planning to continue a career in the performing arts (instrumental music, vocal music, or dance). Applications are available online, in your Transitions classroom, or in your counselor’s office. Deadline: March 17, 2012. (Date updated: 02/17/2012)
Texas Farm Bureau… To apply for any of these scholarships, your family must be a Farm Bureau member. One of the scholarships is available to college students who have completed 45 hours. There are several scholarships available at www.txfb.org. Deadline: March 19, 2012. (Date updated: 02/22/2012)
Texas Trial Lawyers Association… Each year, TTLA awards $1,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors across Texas. The state-wide application process begins in January and ends in March. For application deadlines and other important information, please check the application packet. Scholarship winners are notified by mail. Go to http://www.ttla.com/index.cfm?pg=scholarship%20information for the application. Deadline: March 30, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Charles, Lela and Mary Slough Foundation Scholarship… This scholarship is an award of $5,000/year for up to five years. You must have at least a 3.0 GPA and be a Texas resident. You will need to have completed your FAFSA before applying. The application is available in your counselor’s office, Transitions classroom, or at www.midland.edu/admissions/aid/forms/slough.pdf. Deadline to Mrs. White: March 27, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Kent Stehling Insurance Company Scholarship… This scholarship requires the following criterion: Your parents, grandparents, or you must be a current customer of Kent Stehling Insurance Agency; you must be a graduating senior attending Fredericksburg Independent School, Heritage School of Fredericksburg, Harper Independent School, Mason Independent School, or Ambleside School; you must be attending an accredited school to further your education, i.e.: college, technical school, military school, etc.; you must complete the application and either mail to our office at 625 W. Washington St., Fredericksburg, Texas 78624 (ATT: Pat) or return the completed application to our office; and you may attach your resume; however, their application MUST be filled out, also. Applications available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline to Mrs. White: March 27, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Texas Tech Alumni Association… The Hill Country Chapter is offering scholarships to students who will be attending Texas Tech University this fall. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline to Mrs. White: March 27, 2012. (Date updated: 02/22/2012)
Exotic Wildlife Association… This $4000 ($500/semester) scholarship will be awarded based on financial need, character, academics, citizenship, and work history. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline to Mrs. White: March 27, 2012. (Date updated: 02/17/2012)
Father Tony Vilano ACTS Scholarship… The St. Mary’s and Our Lady of Guadalupe ACTS community has been blessed by the leadership and commitment of Father Tony Vilano during his time at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Fredericksburg. To honor Father Tony and carry on his legacy in support of the ACTS movement and the youth of our community, we are pleased to invite eligible candidates to apply for our Father Tony Vilano ACTS Scholarship. Two $250 scholarships will be available, with one to be awarded to a female applicant and one to a male applicant. Eligible applicants must be (1) members of a Catholic church in Gillespie County who are (2) confirmed Roman Catholics, (3) have attended a Youth ACTS Retreat at St. Mary’s, and (4) will graduate from high school and enroll in college or trade school in 2012. Applications available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline to Mrs. White: March 29, 2012. (Date updated: 02/22/2012)
Gillespie County Catholic Youth… The Knights of Columbus, St. Ann’s Society, and St. Joseph’s Society at St. Mary’s Catholic Church are sponsoring scholarship, worth $500 each, to Gillepsie County Catholic Youth. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline: March 31, 2012. (Date added: 02/14/12)
APRIL
Charley Wootan Grant Program… For the 2012-13 academic year, TG will award $2 million in Charley Wootan Grants to Texas residents attending 4-year schools. Individual awards will range from $1,000 to $4,394. Grants will be distributed to qualified applicants on a first-come, first-served basis according to the Education Service Center in which the applicant resides. Applications are available online at http://www.aie.org/Wootan/wootan-texas-4-year.cfm. These are awarded first come, first served basis. Applications become available on TBA. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Capital Farm Credit Hill Country Regional Scholarship… A $1000 one-time scholarship will be given to students pursuing a degree in an agricultural* or national resources field of study. Ten $1,000 scholarships per year will be given to students from the following counties: Bandera, Blanco, Gillespie, Kendall, Kerr, Kimble, Llano and Mason. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline to Mrs. White: April 5, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
FOR COLLEGE JUNIORS, SENIORS, GRADUATE STUDENTS: Hill Country Chapter of Women’s Auxiliary to the Texas Sheep and Goat Raisers Association Agriculture Related Scholarship… Applications must include cover letter, transcript, and GPA. Applications available in your counselor’s office. Deadline: April 1, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
College Connection–Austin Community College… One $2500 award will be given to an eligible Harper student who will attend ACC for the 2011-2012 school year. Students must have a 2.25 GPA or higher and submit the FAFSA. There is one application for this and SEVERAL OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS. Applications are available at www.austincc.edu/foundation or in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline: April 1, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Southern Texas PGA Foundation Scholarship… All seniors who play golf should apply. You don’t have to be good at golf, just experienced in golf. Applications can be downloaded at www.stpga.com. Deadline: April 13, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Gillespie County A&M Club… This scholarship is for graduating seniors who will attend Texas A&M College Station in the Fall of 2012. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline TO MRS. WHITE: April 6, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Catholic Daughters Scholarship of the Americas Court #1907 of Fredericksburg… will award scholarships in the amount of $750. The applicant must be a Catholic Senior graduating from high school in 2012 AND a registered member of a Catholic Church in Fredericksburg, Harper, or Stonewall. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline: April 6, 2012. (Date updated: 02/14/2012)
Gillespie County Farm Bureau Education Scholarship Grant… Farm Bureau membership is NOT a requirement. They will award up to $5000 agriculture or rural-related scholarship grants for recipients attending a college or university with a 2.5 GPA and SAT of 900+ or ACT of 17+. Trade school applicants can be awarded up to $1,000 with a minimum of 2.0 GPA. Deadline to Mrs. White: April 10, 2011. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
Gillespie County Fair and Festivals Association… This is open to all students attending Harper High School, Fredericksburg High School, or the Heritage School, who will be pursuing a degree following high school. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline to MRS. WHITE: April 17, 2012. (Date added: 02/22/2012)
*LOCAL FOR HARPER STUDENTS ONLY* RBD Foundation and HHS Alumni… This application is for 1-2 $4000 scholarships to be awarded to Harper High School graduates. The RBD Foundation Scholarship is an annual award presented to high-achieving students. The HHS Alumni Scholarship is an annual award that is fully sponsored and administered by alumni of Harper High School. You must have a GPA of 90 or higher. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline TO MRS. WHITE: April 23, 2012. (Date added: 02/17/2012)
Fredericksburg Rotary Club Scholarship… Rotary is an international fellowship of business and professional leaders, both men and women, dedicated to the ideal of service locally and worldwide. Scholarships are intended for an individual of any age who wishes to further his or her education – both academic and/or technical. Ten (10) $1000 Scholarships will be awarded. Several scholarships will be awarded to students pursuing technical trainingand several for those seeking 4 year degrees. One is specific for a high school Rotary INTERACT member and 1 for a Civil Engineering student. Former Rotary scholarship recipients may apply. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline TO MRS. WHITE: April 26, 2012. (Date updated: 02/17/2012)
San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo Scholarship… will award $1000 renewable scholarship to applicants who have participated in the San Angelo Stock Show. Applicants must be a member of 4-H, FFA or FHA and have been a participant in the San Angelo Stock Show. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline to Mrs. White: April 26, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
*LOCAL FOR HARPER STUDENTS* Fr. David Meurer Scholarship… This scholarship is for members of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. Applications are available in your counselor’s office or Transitions classroom. Deadline to Mr. Eckert: April 27, 2012. (Date updated: 02/10/2012)
MAY
Al’s Formal Wear… This year, they are offering two $1000 scholarships. Visit www.alsformalwear.com/SchoolApp for an application. Deadline: May 31, 2012. (Date updated: 02/22/2012)
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JULY
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