School for Advanced Studies Scholarship Bulletin January 26, 2015 WHAT'S INSIDE Private Scholarships Essay Contests Institutional Scholarships On the Internet Check out ConnectEdu SCHOLARSHIPS AS OF 1/26/15 Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to announce that the scholarship program will be continued for 2014. Our winners from the past two years are posted on our scholarship website. AWARD VALUE: $1,000 Please visit our website at http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm Deadline: June 15, 2015 Actuarial Diversity Scholarship - Also found in Connect EDU For minority students pursuing a degree that may lead to a career in the actuarial profession. http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/actuarial_diversity_scholarship.html Deadline: May 4, 2015 Advancing Hispanic Excellence in Technology, Engineering, Math, and Science (AHETEMS) Scholarship Program The Advancing Hispanic Excellence in Technology, Engineering, Math, and Science (AHETEMS) Scholarship Program is designed to enhance and achieve the potential of Latino students pursuing degrees in engineering, math and science. Merit-based and need-based scholarships are awarded to deserving Latino/a high school graduating seniors, undergraduate students, and graduate students who demonstrate both significant motivation and aptitude for a career in science, technology, engineering or mathematics. Awards are: $1,000-$5,000 http://www.shpefoundation.org/scholarships/ahetems-general-scholarships/ Deadline: April 1, 2015 AFA Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship Seniors who plan to enter a 4-year college or university. 1,200 to 1,500 word Essay: "How has Alzheimer’s disease changed or impacted your life? What have you learned about yourself, your family and/or your community in the face of coping with Alzheimer’s disease?" More information at: http://www.youngleadersofafa.org/ Awards of $250, $500 & $5,000 Deadline: February 15, 2015 AICPA Scholarships for Minority Accounting Students - Also found in Connect EDU The AICPA Minority Scholarship awards outstanding minority students to encourage their selection of accounting as a major and their ultimate entry into the profession. Funding is provided by the AICPA Foundation, with contributions from the New Jersey Society of CPAs and Robert Half International. For four decades, this program has provided over $14 .6 million in scholarships to approximately 8,000 accounting scholars. Additional Information: https://community.thiswaytocpa.com/allgroups/education/s/201415scholarshipforminorityaccountingstudents/default.aspx Deadline: April 1, 2015 Alpha Kappa Alpha Educational Advancement Scholarship This scholarship was created to fill a void in education funding. Its mission is to provide financial support to individuals and organizations engaged in lifelong learning. http://www.akaeaf.org/undergraduate_scholarships.htm Deadline: April 15, 2015 AmeriCorps Opportunities Some Benefits You Feel, Other Benefits are Real. Perhaps the first and biggest benefit people get from volunteering is the satisfaction of incorporating service into their lives and making a difference in their community and country. The intangible benefits alone—such as pride, satisfaction and accomplishment— are worthwhile reasons to serve. AmeriCorps programs do more than move communities forward; they serve their members by creating jobs and providing pathways to opportunity for young people entering the workforce. AmeriCorps places thousands of young adults into intensive service positions where they learn valuable work skills, earn money for education, and develop an appreciation for citizenship. To learn more about the AmeriCorps Experience, please go to: AmeriCorps State and National: American Chemical Society Scholarships Offering a maximum of $3,000 per year. To be considered a candidate, students should meet the following criteria: African-American, Hispanic/Latino, or American, Indian; U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.; full-time student at an accredited college, university, or community college; high academic achievers in chemistry or science, (Grade Point Average 3.0, "B" or better); able to demonstrate evidence of financial need according to FAFSA form (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and the Student Aid Report (SAR) form; a graduating high school senior, college freshman, sophomore or junior intending to or already majoring in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering or a chemically-related science and planning a career in the chemical sciences or chemical technology. For more information go to: ACS Scholarship Program Deadline: March 1, 2015 American Fire Extinguisher Scholarship Program The AFSA Scholarship Contest is open to high school seniors in the United States who plan to further their education at a college/university or certified trade school in the United States. The scholarship is not based on financial need. Relatives of AFSA staff or board members may not enter. You must be a high school senior during the 2013-2014 school year who will attend a college/university or trade school in the United States starting with the fall 2014 semester. Requirements: All applicants must read the "Fire Sprinkler Essay" (pdf) or (html) (approximately 3,000 words) about automatic fire sprinklers and take a ten-question multiple-choice test. This is an open-book test and you may print out the paper beforehand for reference during testing. For each question answered correctly, students will receive one (1) entry into a drawing for one of ten $2,000 scholarships. For each question answered incorrectly, you will be given one more chance at the end of the exam to answer those questions correctly. For more information, please go to: http://www.afsascholarship.org/hsinformation.html Deadline: April 1, 2015 American Legion Legacy Scholarship Through The American Legion Legacy Scholarship, the Legion works to ensure children of U.S. service members who died on or after Sept. 11, 2001, receive equal opportunities in their pursuit of higher learning. The Legacy Scholarship Fund awarded nearly $72,000 in scholarships to children of U.S. military personnel who died on active duty. Donations are welcome and greatly needed, as college costs rise and conflicts escalate overseas. More information Application: http://www.legion.org/scholarships/legacy Deadline: April 15, 2015 ANS Incoming Freshman Scholarship ANS Incoming Freshman Scholarships are awarded to graduating high-school seniors who have enrolled, full-time, in college courses and are pursuing a degree in nuclear engineering or have the intent to pursue a degree in nuclear engineering. ANS will give a maximum of four Incoming Freshman Scholarships annually. Each award is $1000. The Scholarships are awarded based on an applicant’s high school academic achievement, freshman college courses enrolled in, quality and content of 500-word essay, letters of recommendation by counselors and/or teachers, and other information. http://www.new.ans.org/honors/scholarships/ Deadline: April 1, 2015 APS Scholarship for Minority Undergraduates Physics Major Any African-American, Hispanic American, or Native American U.S. citizen or permanent resident who is majoring or planning to major in physics, and who is a high school senior, college freshman, or sophomore is eligible to apply for the scholarship $2,000-3,000 http://www.aps.org/programs/minorities/honors/scholarship/index.cfm Deadline: February 14, 2015 ARRL Foundation the National Association for Amateur Radio The ARRL Foundation administers scholarships for post-secondary education students holding a valid FCC-granted Amateur Radio license. Scholarship awards range from $500 to $5000 or more. Scholarships are funded by generous individuals and Amateur Radio organizations to encourage radio amateurs to pursue their educational goals. All ARRL Foundation-administered scholarships are intended exclusively for educational use, to provide assistance with costs of tuition, room, board, books and/or other fees essential to the education of the recipient. Application instructions and forms are only available at: http://www.arrl.org/scholarship-program . There are two application forms, the General Scholarship Application and a separate application for the Goldfarb Scholarship. Amount: $500-$5000. Deadline: January 31, 2015 Automotive Hall of Fame Scholarship The Automotive Hall of Fame serves as administrator to over $20,000 in combined college scholarships annually. The applicant must indicate a sincere interest in an automotive related career. The program has specific scholarships for incoming freshmen and upper-level undergraduate students. All of the scholarships are based on financial needs and with the usual minimum GPA requirement of 3.0. To be eligible for a scholarship you must: •Submit a completed application form indicating a sincere interest in an automotive career. •Provide an official transcript of all academic work. •Submit two letters of recommendation supporting your automotive interests. •Submit a letter of acceptance for an associate, bachelor, or master’s program. •Be accepted at an accredited college, university or trade school within the United States at the time of application. •Students attending a technical training school may also apply (trade school should equal a two-year associate program). •Student must be a United States citizen or in the United States on a Student Visa. •Must be enrolled full-time. •Must have 3.0 GPA or higher. For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.automotivehalloffame.org/education/scholarships Click here to download the 2015 Scholarship Application Deadline: Entries must be postmarked between Feb 1 and June 30. B. Davis Scholarship General Information The generosity of our site sponsors have allowed us to offer a scholarship to help the students who visit our site. The winner(s) of this scholarship will be notified by email and their name(s) will be shown on this site. This Scholarship is available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any post-secondary institution. There is no age restriction Be sure to include your name and the school you are attending this year and next This is not an academic scholarship but we would like to know your current academic standing Application Procedure To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay of less than 1000 words on the topic below: Your submissions must be sent to us by email at awards@studentawardsearch.com Describe the three characteristics of leadership you value most. Discuss whether you believe you possess some or all of these qualities, and describe an experience where you developed and/or demonstrated some or all of these traits. For more information, please go to their website at: http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm AWARD VALUE: $1,000 DEADLINE: May 25, 2015 Big Sun Scholarship The Big Sun Organization is proud to be able to continue to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. We are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in. Amount of Award - $500.00 the successful applicant will be a high school senior or be attending a post-secondary institute and currently involved in some sport at that institution. Please visit our website at http://www.bigsunathletics.com to learn how to apply. Deadline: June 19, 2015 Buick Achievers Scholarship Be high school seniors, high school graduates, or current postsecondary undergraduate students. They must plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at a U.S. based accredited four-year college or university for the entire 201516 academic year. Proprietary and online schools are not eligible. They must also plan to major in a course of study that focuses on Engineering/Technology or select Design and Business related programs of study. See the list of eligible majors. Applicants must also demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in the automotive or related industries using these areas of study and be U.S. citizens and have permanent residence in the United States 100 Buick Achievers National Scholarships of up to $25,000 per year, available for four years, and one additional year for those entering a five-year engineering program. Interested students can begin the electronic application process by clicking on the Register as an Applicant. For more information, please go to: https://buickachievers.scholarshipamerica.org/ Deadline: February 27, 2015. Chair Scholars Foundation Scholarship National Program Available to students in every state in the continental U.S., the National Scholarship Program provides eligible high school seniors and college undergrads up to $20,000 for tuition to attend the college or university of their choice. Florida Program The Florida Scholarship Program is available to 7th to 11th grade students attending public school in all Florida counties. These awards provide tuition for college or vocational school with Florida Prepaid Tuition Scholarships. To date, 502 scholarship have been awarded. Call for information: 813-926-0544 For more information, please go to: http://www.chairscholars.org/index.php/apply-for-a-scholarship Deadline: April 15, 2015 Children of Divorce Scholarship On behalf of Ayo and Iken PLC, I would like to inform you of a new scholarship opportunity available for high school seniors. We are offering two $1,000 scholarship for high school seniors. The deadline for scholarship submissions is May 1st, 2014 and we would like to spread awareness of this great opportunity for students. It would be a great help for students if you could let the guidance counselors in Duval county know about this opportunity so they can inform their students and list this up on any relevant websites for them. This is the link to our scholarship information page: myfloridalaw.com/children-of-divorcescholarship-ayo-iken/ Deadline: May 1st, 2015 Christopher’s’ Annual Poster Contest “You Can Make A Difference” Posters must include the statement “You can make a difference” and illustrate the idea that one person can change the world for the better. Each poster must be the work of one student. The poster concept and design and any photos or artwork used must be the original work of the student entering. $100-1,000 High School Students http://www.christophers.org/NETCOMMUNITY/Page.aspx?pid=274&srcid=271 Deadline: February 18th, 2015 The College STEPS Program The College STEPS Scholarship Sweepstakes allows any current U.S. Resident who is a high school senior during the 2013-2014 school year, who graduates from high school in 2014 and who enrolls in the College STEPS Program $1000 to each of 100 winners. Monthly drawings starting in July 2014 http://ebm.collegesteps.wellsfargoemail.com/r/regf2?a=0&aid=2092274041&n=1 Final Deadline is August 13, 2015 Cooperative Living Organization Scholarships Low Cost Housing for incoming University of Florida and Santa Fe Community College students. Information and application at: http://www.cloliving.org/ Low-cost housing Deadline: Ongoing Common Knowledge Scholarships Developed and administered at Nova Southeastern University, the Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation (CKSF) awards scholarships to students through Internet-based quiz competitions. CKSF reward students for demonstrating what they know. There is no essay writing or long applications to complete. Students receive scholarship awards based on common knowledge and basic education curricula. Students in grades 9 –12 (must live in Broward, Dade, of Monroe County) can go on line and register to compete at www.cksf.org Deadlines varies Davidson Fellows Scholarship Under the age of 18 who have completed a significant piece of work aimed at improving the lives of others in the areas of science, technology, mathematics, music, literature, philosophy and outside the box. US citizen or permanent resident. Student should review the website and applications for complete details, FAQ's, and submission instructions http://www.davidsongifted.org/fellows/ The Davidson Fellows Scholarship awards $50,000, $25,000 and $10,000 scholarships to extraordinary young people under the age of 18 who have completed a significant piece of work. Deadline: February 11, 2015 Ed Bradley/ Ken Kashiwahara Scholarships Open to full-time students who are pursuing careers in radio and television news. http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/ed_bradley_ken_kashiwahara_scholarships.html Deadline: May, 2015 Edison Scholars Program Open Now Deadline: February 1, 2015 The Edison Scholars Program, sponsored by Edison International, is offering aspiring scientists, mathematicians and engineers scholarships to pursue their education at a four-year colleges or universities. Graduating high school seniors who show potential for success in college and have financial need are encouraged to apply for this scholarship. Eligible students must live in or attend a public or private high school in areas serviced by Southern California Edison (SCE) or attend an eligible high school in the designated area surrounding SCE’s San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS). Thirty renewable scholarships of $10,000/year up to $40,000 or the attainment of a bachelor’s degree will be awarded. Detailed information, a list of eligible high schools, and an online application can be found at https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/edisonscholars/ ESA Foundation Computer and Video Scholarship Program For minority and female students majoring in a field related to computer and video game arts. http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/esa_computer_video_game_scholarship.html Deadline: May, 2015 ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship Program Seniors. African American or Hispanic. Academic Achievement. Leadership skills or community service in the area of Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics. Minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA. For more information, go to: http://www.cgcs.org/domain/19 Award: $5,000 Deadline: April 7, 2015 FAEDS William J. English Scholarship Program Senior who is a resident of Florida. US Citizen. Minimum 2.5 Grade Point Average. Planning to attend an accredited Florida public or private college and planning to major in computer science and/or information technology related field. Application available at: http://www.faeds.org/scholarships_william_english.cfm Award: Computer $3,000 Science or Related Field Deadline: February 15, 2015 Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund FEEA has awarded more than $7 million in college scholarships exclusively to civilian federal and postal employees and their family members. Awards: More than 400 students from across 26 regions will win scholarships ranging from $250 to $2,500. Who is Eligible? Current civilian federal and postal employees with at least three years of federal service, their children and spouses Dependent applicants may first apply as high school seniors Dependents must be full-time students; employees may be part-time Enrolled (or plan to enroll) in an accredited post-secondary school Course of study that leads to a two-year, four-year or graduate degree 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.feea.org/scholarships Deadline: Applications are available January - March each year. Fleet Reserve Association Scholarships FRA is proud to support America’s future leaders by awarding more than $90,000 annually in scholarships to deserving students. Awardees are selected based on financial need, academic standing, character, and leadership qualities. FRA scholarships are awarded to FRA members, their spouses, children, and grandchildren. For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.fra.org/Content/fra/AboutFRA/Scholarships/default.htm Deadline: April 15, 2015 Florida Engineering Society Scholarships The Florida Engineering Society, an organization of approximately 3,800 engineers practicing throughout the state of Florida, is pleased to offer a scholarship program for graduating seniors interested in pursuing engineering careers. Six scholarships of $2,250 are being funded by the state organization, with additional scholarships, in an amount to be determined, funded by our local Miami chapter. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Be a high school senior. Have been enrolled in one semester and will graduate form a FL school. Be a citizen of the United States at the time of application. G Have at least a 3.5 grade point average based on a 4.0 scale. Attain a minimum test score on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), or the American College Testing Program (ACT). The minimum scores, listed on page two are used as a minimum threshold level, with actual test scores being weighted into the scoring process. Enroll in an engineering program accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). Certified transcript must be included with the application. Official lB & AP test score sheet must be included with the application Download application from the FES website, http://www.fleng.org/scholarships.cfm There are a number of different scholarships being offered. Deadline: February 13, 2015 Ford Salute to Education Must be a Senior; weighted GPA of 3.0 or above; participation in at least one school organization/activity or one area of community service; legal resident in the US and Miami-Dade County. Leadership, achievement, character, financial need, and the individual’s use of these traits in service to his or her school and the community are also given consideration. May apply in ONE of the following 4 categories: Athletics, Arts (Foreign Language, Language Arts, Performing Arts and Visual Arts) Leadership/Service, and Science. 100 recipients receive $1,500 and is to be used ONLY FOR TUITION AND OTHER EDUCATIONAL RELATED FEES. (There will be 11 recipients per category, each receiving a scholarship of $1,000.). Apply online at www.stescholarships.org and create a username and password. You may edit your application until the deadline of January 27, 2014. You must print a copy of the application for your records. You also must print and fill out the Application Verification Form and obtain the necessary signature from the CAP Advisor. Deadline: February 2, 2015 Friends of 440 Scholarship The purpose of Friends of 440 Scholarship Fund is to aid dependents of workers who are injured in the course and scope of their employment and receive benefits under the Florida Workers' Compensation Law and who reside or whose accident occurred in the State of Florida. Applicants must not be related directly or indirectly to any member of the Board of Directors. Furthermore, dependents of individuals who primarily engage in the operation and/or administration of the Florida Workers' Compensation Law are eligible to receive the scholarship on a statewide basis. This scholarship is intended to aid students who lack the economic ability to continue education beyond high school or to further their college education. Applications must be submitted no later than February 28th of the year the scholarship is to be awarded. Seniors must have a parent/guardian who has been injured at work and is receiving benefits under the Florida Worker's Compensation Law; minimum 2.7 weighted GPA; copy of parents 2014 tax return; official high school transcript. For more information and the application please go to: http://www.440scholarship.org/portal/application . Award: $6,000 Deadline: February 28, 2015 Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship 9th-12th grade high school, college, or graduate student including adult students. Legal resident of the U.S. Currently in school or planning to start school within the next 12 months. Essay. Financial need is not considered. The selection of the winner is based primarily on the quality of the submitted personal statement. Application must be completed online: http://www.gkscholarship.com Deadline for spring competition: July 31, 2015 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program Open Now Deadline: January 8, 2015 or when 25,000 applications have been received The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program, sponsored by The Ronald Reagan Foundation and GE, is offering $10,000 scholarships to high school seniors in the United States. The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program is open to students who demonstrate the attributes of leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship similar to those exhibited by President Ronald Reagan. Like President Reagan, candidates use the formative experiences of their youth to lead, serve, and pursue a life of purpose and significance, both individually and for their communities. Renewable scholarships are offered for full-time study at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States. For more information, visit http://www.reaganfoundation.org/GE-RFScholarships.aspx . Only the first 25,000 applications will be accepted. Gloria and Joseph Mattera National Scholarship Fund for Migrant Children http://www.migrant.net/migrant/scholarships/mattera.htm Year: Entering or enrolled in college or other types of post-secondary programs, high school dropouts or potential dropouts Award: 100 awards of $150-$500 Eligibility: Migrant youth who have the potential and the desire to further their education to achieve their personal and career goals. Recent history of movement for agricultural employment - priority will be given to currently interstate migrant youth. Have scholastic potential, financial need, enrolled in or accepted at an accredited public or private college, technical or vocational school, or a dropout or a potential dropout from high school who shows promise of ability to continue schooling. Notes: Applicants must submit a copy of the their current or most recent Migrant Education Program Certificate of Eligibility (COE). Students may reapply annually but are limited to one award per 12 month period. Deadline: April 15th, 2015 GO! Volunteer abroad scholarship GO! Overseas is proud to support international volunteers through our GO! Volunteer Abroad Scholarship program. Anyone participating in a volunteer program abroad is eligible to apply for the GO! Volunteer Abroad Scholarship. Scholarships are awarded each year. The scholarship is awarded based on the creativity and analytical thinking displayed through writing samples and/or video submissions. Award: Several $1,000 awards For more information please go to: http://www.gooverseas.com/high-school-abroad Deadline: Vary Golden Drum Scholarship Application The Golden Drum Scholars Award is a tuition-based scholarship available to incoming freshmen at Florida International University. This award places a major emphasis on identifying and developing emerging leaders. It pays $1250 toward tuition per semester and is renewable each year (fall and spring terms only) for a total of four years with an academic performance of a 3.0 GPA or above and enrollment in a minimum of 15 credit hours per semester. To participate in the Golden Drum Scholars Award selection process, the student must be: a high school senior with a weighted high school GPA of 3.5 or better; be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States; be a Florida resident; have a proven track record of leadership; submit a resume and letter of recommendation; write a statement of purpose that articulates his or her strengths as they pertain to his or her career plans and leadership objectives and describe how the Golden Drum Scholars award will help him or her achieve those goals; have submitted a completed admissions packet to FIU, along with official transcripts and SAT/ACT scores prior to the scholarship deadline. For more information, please go to: http://mpas.fiu.edu/scholarships.html Deadline: January 31, 2015 Happily Ever After: Stuck at Prom® Contest Contest will reward students for their creativity and originality in creating or accessorizing prom formalwear with duct tape. Awards: $500-$5000 Ages 14+ http://www.duckbrand.com/Home/Promotions/stuck-at-prom.aspx Photos and entries must be received by May 23, 2015 Hispanic Scholarship Fund The Hispanic Scholarship Fund is the nation's preeminent organization supporting Hispanic higher education. Founded in 1975 as a 501(c) (3) not-for-profit organization, HSF's vision is to strengthen the country by advancing college education among Hispanic Americans. In support of its mission to double the rate of Hispanics earning college degrees, HSF provides the Latino community more college scholarships and educational outreach support than any other organization in the country. For more information on available scholarships, please go to: http://hsf.net/en/scholarships/programs/ Deadline: Various deadlines based on the scholarship 2015 - 2016 ISA Educational Foundation Scholarships ISA Educational Foundation Scholarships are awarded to college or university students who demonstrate outstanding potential for long-range contribution to the fields of automation and control. The scholarship awards support tuition and related expenses and research activities and initiatives. For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.isa.org/Content/NavigationMenu/General_Information/Careers/Scholarships/Scholarships.htm Deadline: February 15, 2015 Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship Through its Education and Leadership Development Program, the Jackie Robinson Foundation provides scholarships of up to $24,000/four years to minority high school students showing leadership potential and demonstrating financial need to attend an accredited 4-year college or university of their choice. Eligibility To be eligible for a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship, an applicant must: Be a graduating, minority high school senior; Plan to attend an accredited and approved four–year institution within the United States; Show leadership potential; Demonstrate a dedication to community service; Present evidence of financial need; Be a United States citizen; A minimum SAT score of 1,000 combined on the math and critical reading sections or a composite ACT score of 21; and Not possess a degree from a 2 or 4–year College when applying for the scholarship. Application Components The required components of the Jackie Robinson Foundation application are: A completed and submitted online application; One (1) letter of recommendation submitted online only SAT or ACT scores sent to the Foundation directly from the testing agencies. The Foundation’s college codes are: SAT 4248/ACT: 6570. You will need to have a copy of your SAT or ACT scores and your latest high school transcript in order to complete the questions on the online application. Mailing Materials We will not accept the Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship application or supporting documents via mail, email or fax. Applications and letters of recommendation will only be accepted via our online application program. Verification Applicants invited to interview with one of the regional committees will be required to bring copies of the documents listed below to the interview. Official high school transcript Proof of U.S. citizenship Student Aid Report Go to http://www.jackierobinson.org/ for application and information. Deadline: February 15, 2015 Jewish Educational Loan Fund The JELF is offering interest free loans that will help to provide the final dollars that bridge the gap between a student’s total finance resources and the cost of attending school. Students must be citizens or legal residents of the United States and be a part of the Jewish community. You can find more information by going to their website at: http://www.jelf.org/ Submission Deadline: April 30, 2015 John F. and Anna Lee Stacey Scholarship Fund The purpose of the Scholarship, in accordance with the clear stipulation of the Stacey’s will, is to foster high standard in the study of form, color, drawing, painting, design, and technique, as these are expressed in modes showing patent affinity with the classical tradition of western culture. ONLY THOSE SHOULD APPLY WHO ARE SKILLED AND DEVOTED TO THIS CLASSICAL OR CONSERVATIVE TRADITION. Open to United States citizens only, both men and women, single or married, irrespective of race creed or color. The age limit is between 18 and 35 years. Appointments will normally be for one year and the amount available for distribution will approximate $5,000.00. http://www.nationalcowboymuseum.org/education/staceyfund/default.aspx Deadline: February 1, 2015 Johnson Scholarship Foundation The Johnson Scholarship Foundation is a private Foundation with a mission to assist disadvantaged people to obtain education. It does not make individual grants. All scholarships and grants are made through selected institutions. The Foundation believes that education can empower disadvantaged people to improve their economic circumstances and quality of life. The Foundation operates a number of core programs, which were established by its founder, and supports the education of disabled, economically disadvantaged and American Indian students. The Foundation’s support of these causes is delivered through a variety of scholarships and grant programs, which are described in this site. To view a list of scholarships offered, please go to: http://www.johnsonscholarships.org/index_new.asp Deadlines Vary Kohl’s Kids Who Care Sponsored by Kohl’s Department Stores, Inc., is open to children ages 6 through 18 who reside in Kohl’s Department Store communities and who have not graduated from high school. Kohl’s Store consumers who nominate children for Kohl’s Kids Who Care must be at least 21 years of age. Kohl’s Department Stores employees and family members of employees are ineligible. The nomination form must be completed electronically online; no paper nomination forms will be accepted. The nomination form and directions will be available on Kohl's website at: www.kohlskids.com Deadline: March 13, 2015 LEAGUE Foundation Scholarship 2015 - Also found in Connect EDU The program is open to self-identified Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, or Transgender graduating high school seniors meeting the prescribed criteria at http://www.leaguefoundation.org/scholarships/index.cfm Currently the LEAGUE Foundation has three awards for consideration and each student application is automatically reviewed for each. (The three awards are on the left panel in the above link.) The Application Becomes Available January 1, 2015 Deadline: TBA Lift Parts Express Scholarships Must be a current student in high school or a freshman or sophomore in College/University; enrolled or expected to be enrolled by the fall of 2014. Must be a legal resident of the United States or Canada. Submit a completed online application form prior to deadline. Award: $500.00 Deadline: June 30, 2015 Website: http://www.forkliftpartsflorida.com/forkliftparts.php LM Scholarship Program Leavitt Machinery is providing a $1000 scholarship to a deserving student who is currently enrolled or expects to be enrolled in a degree program (2 years of length or greater) by September. Additionally, to be eligible, a student must have a GPA of a 3.0 or higher and submit an answer to the essay question prior to the submission deadline. Award: $500.00 Deadline: May 31, 2015 Website: http://www.forklifttrainingcalgary.com/apply.php Mahatma Rice Univision Scholarship College Bound Seniors. Essay topic “What is your plan for college and what are the choices you will make to earn the degree or degrees that will assure you a fulfilling job in your chosen career?”. Finalists will interview. Information and Entry Form at: https://www.mahatmarice.com/en-US/content/1526/RulesandEligibility-Miami.aspx Award: $2,000 Deadline: March 1, 2015 MPAS Scholars Award The MPAS Scholars Award is a tuition-based scholarship available to incoming freshman at Florida International University. This award places a major emphasis on identifying and developing emerging leaders. It pays $1000 toward tuition per semester and is renewable each year (fall and spring terms only) for a total of four years with an academic performance of a 2.75 GPA or above and enrollment in a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester. To participate in the MPAS Scholarship selection process, the student must be: a high school senior with a weighted high school GPA of 3.2 or better; be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States; be a Florida resident; have a proven track record of leadership; submit a resume and letter of recommendation; write a statement of purpose that articulates his or her strengths as they pertain to his or her career plans and leadership objectives and describe how the MPAS Scholars award will help him or her achieve those goals; have submitted a completed admissions packet to FIU, along with official transcripts and SAT/ACT scores prior to the scholarship deadline. For more information, please go to: http://mpas.fiu.edu/scholarships.html Deadline: January 31st, 2015 Nat Moore foundation scholarship Eligible students must: Be graduating from a South Florida high school. Plan to attend an accredited 2-year or 4-year college, university, or a technical school. Come from a low-income or disadvantaged family, or can demonstrate financial need. Have a minimum non-weighted GPA of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Demonstrate his/her commitment to community service . APPLICATION PACKET CHECKLIST An incomplete application will delay the evaluation process and may result in disqualifying you from scholarship consideration. Prior to mailing your packet, please be sure to include all of the following: Completed and signed application An official high school transcript, which includes most recent course work One letter of recommendation from an appropriate high school teacher or administrator on school or business letterhead Extracurricular activities listing (described on Page 3 of the application) A personal statement of 500 – 700 words (described on Page 4 of the application) Signed Permission to Release Form One photograph (formal high school photograph preferred) Click here for more information and the application: Urban_Scholarship_Program.pdf Award: $2,500 Deadline: January 31, 2015 MPAS Scholars Award The MPAS Scholars Award is a tuition-based scholarship available to incoming freshman at Florida International University. This award places a major emphasis on identifying and developing emerging leaders. It pays $1000 toward tuition per semester and is renewable each year (fall and spring terms only) for a total of four years with an academic performance of a 2.75 GPA or above and enrollment in a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester. To participate in the MPAS Scholarship selection process, the student must be: a high school senior with a weighted high school GPA of 3.2 or better; be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States; be a Florida resident; have a proven track record of leadership; submit a resume and letter of recommendation; write a statement of purpose that articulates his or her strengths as they pertain to his or her career plans and leadership objectives and describe how the MPAS Scholars award will help him or her achieve those goals; have submitted a completed admissions packet to FIU, along with official transcripts and SAT/ACT scores prior to the scholarship deadline. For more information, please go to: http://mpas.fiu.edu/scholarships.html Deadline: February 2, 2015 Nordstrom Scholarship Program http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/nordstrom-cares-scholarship Year: High school junior Award: $10,000 to over 80 students over four years paid directly to the college Application becomes available on February 2, 2015 Odenza Marketing Scholarships To be considered eligible for the Odenza Marketing Scholarship you must: A) Be between the ages of 16 and 25 on March 30, 2014 B) Submit answers to the essay questions, which can be found on the application page, prior to the March 30, 2012 deadline. C) Have at least one full year of post-secondary studies remaining at the time of the award D) Have a GPA of 2.5 or greater. E) Be a citizen of the United States or Canada The scholarship winner will be announced on or around June 1, 2014 and will be posted on this website immediately after. All applications must be received by 11:59pm ET on March 30, 2014. No late applications will be reviewed. Scholarships Applications can be found by going to: http://odenzascholarships.com/ Award amount is $500.00 Deadline: March 30, 2015 Off to College Scholarship Program High school senior, legal resident. Planning to enroll in a U.S. Department of Education accredited college or career school for the Fall of 2015.Recipients are selected by a random drawing from among all eligible entries received. Students apply online. Students should review the website for complete details: http://www.suntrusteducation.com/sweeps/default.asp#rules College Scholarship Sweepstakes ("Sweepstakes") begins on 9/15/2014 and ends 5/15/2015 ("Sweepstakes Period"). Princeton Prize in Race Relations The Princeton Prize is for students in grades 9-12 who are doing outstanding work in their schools or communities to advance the cause of RACE RELATIONS. Applicant must have an adult “supporter” – teacher, advisor, community/religious leader or other adult who can attest to and support the applicant’s work in race relations. The winner receives $1,000 + an all-expense paid trip to Princeton University. Applications are available online at www.princeton.edu/PrincetonPrize Deadline: January 31, 2015 Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation High school seniors and full time college students preparing for a career in graphic communications Restricted to colleges, universities and Tech Schools w/ established 2 & 4 year programs leading to an associate or bachelor's recognized by the graphic communications industries. Award: $1,000-5,000 yearly renewable For more information, please go to: http://www.printing.org/pgsfapplication Deadlines: High School Seniors April 1, 2015 QuestBridge application Program (For Juniors) The 2015College Prep Scholarship application is now open. Submit the QuestBridge application by March 26. QuestBridge's College Prep Scholarship provides opportunities designed to help outstanding low-income high school juniors prepare to apply to top colleges. More than 2,000 students will be selected as College Prep Scholars and will receive one or more awards that will make them stronger applicants to selective colleges. The QuestBridge College Prep Scholarship is designed for high school juniors who have shown outstanding academic ability despite facing economic challenges. Most College Prep Scholars come from households earning less than $60,000 annually and have experienced long-term economic hardship. Eligibility: Students must be juniors who are planning to apply to college during the fall of their senior year. Citizenship requirements: U.S. citizens, Permanent Residents, and international students attending high school in the United States are eligible to apply for the College Prep Scholarship. The 2015 College Prep Scholarship application will open in February. http://www.questbridge.org/for-students/cps-college-prep-scholarship Senior Police Executive Angel Calzadilla/Do the Right Thing – Police Memorial Scholarship High school seniors may apply but must be at least 19 years of age upon completion of the police academy. Once awarded the scholarship ($6,000 maximum applied to tuition and expenses), you will have 2 years upon which to apply to, be accepted and begin classes at the academy. If you do not begin the police academy within 2 years of scholarship award date, you will forfeit the scholarship.) Awards are up to $6,000 • Senior (must be 19 years old upon completion of the police academy) • Must have proof of U.S. citizenship • No felonies on your record • Application available at http://dotherightthinginc.org/scholarship/ Deadline: April 17, 2015 SHPE Foundation Scholarship Program http://www.shpefoundation.org/scholarships / Year: High school senior or current college student Award: $1,000-$5,000 Eligibility: Latino/a students who demonstrate both significant motivation and aptitude for a career in science, technology, engineering or mathematics. Minimum GPA: 3.00 on a 4.0 for high school seniors and undergraduates; 3.25 on a 4.0 scale for graduate students; must be a full-time student. Notes: Scholarship opens in January. All Latino students that meet such requirements are eligible to apply, regardless of citizenship, but residency requirements can vary depending on scholarship sponsor. Be pursuing your first bachelors, masters or doctoral degree. (Students pursuing a second bachelors, etc. are not eligible). The 2015-2016 SHPE Foundation Scholarship Application will open on January 1, 2015. Deadline: May 1st, 2015 Southern Scholarship Foundation The Southern Scholarship Foundation was established to provide outstanding students needing financial assistance with an opportunity to obtain a college education. The Foundation provides rent-free housing to deserving students in a cooperative living environment. The SSF currently operates scholarship houses at Florida State, University of Florida, Florida A&M, Bethune-Cookman, Florida Gulf Coast University. Additional information can be obtained by going to their website at: http://www.southernscholarship.org/ or by calling 850.222.3832 Deadline – March 1, 2015 Straight Forward Media Scholarships Straight Forward Media offers 6 different scholarships to a wide variety of students every year. Each of our scholarship programs is open to both American and international students, and we offer scholarships to attendees of four-year colleges, two-year and community colleges, vocational and technical schools. Unless otherwise noted, all scholarship awards are $500 and are given four times per year. We maintain separate websites for most of our scholarships, and you can find links to each below. Dale E. Fridell Memorial Scholarship. Awarded twice per year, you can apply online for each of the $1,000 awards. Recession Relief Scholarship: (formerly the Get Out of Debt Scholarship) Apply online with a short essay about why you need a helping hand with your debt situation, and why the scholarship will help you attend an educational program. Mesothelioma Memorial Scholarship: A general scholarship for students of all education backgrounds. Teachers: A scholarship for students planning to be teachers — of any kind and at any level. Minority: For college students (and soon-to-be college students) who are members of racial or ethnic minority groups. Nursing: For college students (and soon-to-be college students) who are pursuing a nursing degree. Deadlines: Vary SunTrust Off To College Scholarship You could win a $500 scholarship! For the tenth consecutive year, SunTrust is pleased to offer the Off To College Scholarship Sweepstakes where students can win a $500 scholarship for education expenses at a 2 or 4 year public or private college/university located in the U.S. What: A total of 30 individual $500 scholarships will be awarded for education expenses. Two winners will be randomly chosen every two weeks throughout the sweepstakes period. Who: Entrants can be either: High school seniors planning to attend college in the fall of 2015, or Current college students continuing undergraduate studies in the fall of 2015 When: Two winners are chosen every two weeks from Oct. 31, 2014 - May 15, 2015 Details: Sweepstakes details are: Registration begins Sept. 15th and the first drawing is held on Oct. 31st Free to enter — eligibility is not based on GPA or financial need For complete details and application go to: https://www.suntrusteducation.com/ScholarshipSweepstakes/index.html 2014-2015 SunTrust Off To College Scholarship Sweepstakes Registration Begins September 16, 2014 Tylenol Scholarship Program Tylenol is awarding $250,000 in scholarships to students pursuing degrees in healthcare who are committed to a future of caring for others and who excel in academics, leadership and community service. 40 applicants will receive up to $10,000.for more information visit the website: https://www.facebook.com/TylenolScholarship United Negro College Fund Since 1985, the UNCF Scholarships and Grants Administration office has awarded in scholarship assistance over $105 million to over 28,000 students enrolled in its 39 member colleges and universities and other HBCUs and majority institutions as well. Qualifications include: High school senior Planning to attend one of the 39 UNCF’s member colleges or universities (list available on website) Two (2) letters of recommendation One page essay on student’s community service 2.5 GPA Some programs may ask for various other requirements The UNCF provides support in numerous ways to a variety of constituencies. Learn more about scholarships http://www.uncf.org/sections/ForStudents/SS_Scholarships/scholarships.asp There are numerous scholarship opportunities available to African American students at this website. Deadlines vary Walter Beall Scholarship Foundation Applicants may be FRA members or spouses, sons or grandsons, daughters or granddaughters of members in good standing of the Fleet Reserve Association or of members in good standing at the time of their death. Members must have been continuous members (in good standing) for two years prior to the award being made to an applicant. Applicants must be US citizens and pursue Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, or Aviation oriented degrees. They must attend an accredited college/university or technical institution in the United States and must remain a student in good standing. Awards of $2,000- $5,000. For more information, please go to: http://www.walterbeallscholarship.org/index.html Deadline April 15, 2015 Wendel Foundation Scholarship Program The Wendel Foundation Scholarship Program has been established to assist high school seniors who plan to continue education in college and university programs. Renewable scholarships are offered each year for full-time study at an accredited two- or four-year U.S. institution of the student’s choice. This scholarship program is administered by Scholarship Management Services®, a division of Scholarship America®. Scholarship Management Services is the nation’s largest designer and manager of scholarship and tuition reimbursement programs for corporations, foundations, associations and individuals. Awards are granted without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender, disability or national origin.” For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.sms.scholarshipamerica.org/wendelfoundation/ or contact Casey Sanford at (507) 931-0412 or by email at: csanford@scholarshipamerica.org (make sure to refer to the Wendel Foundation Scholarship Program) Postmark Deadline: April 1, 2015 Scholarships offered through the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute To see a list of all the scholarships on CHCI’s NextOpp, scroll through the summaries at: https://www.chcinextopp.net/scholarships#.VJBl_9LF-So If you want to narrow down your results? https://www.chcinextopp.net/search_opportunities?new=1 to do an advanced search based on your personal and academic information. Scholarships offered through the United Negro College Fund Website Highlighted Scholarships Gates Millennium Scholars Program Marathon Oil/UNCF Corporate Scholars Program NBMOA Hospitality Scholars Program 2013-2014 Coca-Cola Giant Scholarship Program United Health Foundation Diverse Scholars Initiative Anthony Anderson Scholarship Program 2013-2014 NASCAR/Wendell Scott, Sr. Scholarship Etta Gray Memorial Scholarship Program BLACK GIRLS ROCK! Inc. Scholarship Youth Gala Scholarship 2013-2014 UNCF General Scholarship Application Eunice Walker Johnson Scholarship Scholarships from ScholarshipExperts.com for Students in 2015 Finding and applying for scholarships to pay for college is important, and ScholarshipExperts.com is here to help! Each year, ScholarshipExperts.com funds several unique scholarship programs for high school students, college students, grad students and non-traditional adult learners. Take a look at our scholarships listed here, http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships Deadlines Vary Scholarships from StudentScholarships.org Get Scholarship Updates The Small List of Scholarships below change on a regular basis. To make it easier to find next time you may want to bookmark this page. In order to receive information about new scholarships that become available throughout the year you should Register for a Free Account. It's Fast and Easy. Scholarships: http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php Scholarships available through http://scholarshipamerica.org/open_scholarships.php Scholarships Offered Through www.BlackStudents.com Below are the top scholarship awards available this year: A AARP Foundation Women's Scholarship Program For women 40+ seeking new job skills, training and educational opportunities to support themselves. Academic Competitiveness Grant For first-year and second-year college students who graduated from high school. Actuarial Diversity Scholarship For minority students pursuing a degree that may lead to a career in the actuarial profession. Akash Kuruvilla Memorial Scholarship Fund For students who demonstrate excellence in leadership, diversity, integrity and academia. American Copy Editors Society Scholarship Available to junior, senior and graduate students who will take full-time copy editing jobs or internships. AORN Foundation Scholarship For students studying to be nurses and perioperative nurses pursuing undergrad and grad degrees. Automotive Hall of Fame Scholarship For students who indicate a sincere interest in an automotive related career. AWG Minority Scholarship For Women Encourages young minority women to pursue an education and later a career in the geosciences. AXA Achievements Scholarship Provides more than $600K in annual scholarships to 52 students - one from each state. B Beacon Partners Healthcare IT Scholarships Awarded to a student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in the IT Healthcare field. Best Buy Scholarship For students in grades 9-12 who plan to enter a full-time undergraduate program upon high school graduation. Burger King Scholars Program For high school seniors who have part-time jobs and excel academically in school. C CIA Undergraduate Scholarship Program Developed to assist minority and disabled students, but open to all who meet the requirements. Coca-Cola Scholars Program Four-year achievement-based scholarships given to 250 high school seniors each year. D Davidson Fellows Scholarship Recognizes and awards the extraordinary who excel in math, science, and technology. Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund Need-based scholarships for college students are part of the progressive movement in their community. J Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship Minority high school students are invited to apply for scholarships, internships, mentoring, and more. Jacob K. Javits Fellowship Program Provides fellowships to students who excel in the arts, humanities, and social sciences. Javits-Frasier Teacher Scholarship Fund To increase diverse students' access to talent development opportunities through teacher training. Jeannette Rankin Women's Scholarship Fund For low-income women who have a vision of how their education will benefit themselves and their community. Joe Francis Haircare Scholarship For cosmetology and barber school students who can demonstrate a financial need. K KFC Colonel's Scholars Program For college-bound students who can demonstrate financial need, and have a GPA of at least 2.75. L Lincoln Forum Scholarship Essay Contest A writing contest pertaining to the life and times of Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War era. M McKesson Pharmacy Scholarship Designed to assist pharmacy students who plan to continue their education. N National Achievement Scholarship Established in 1964 to provide recognition for outstanding African American high school students. National Black Police Association Scholarships For students pursuing careers in law enforcement, criminal justice, and other related areas. National Institute of Grants For Women Designed to help women and girls find funding for college education, and more. National Institute of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarship For students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are pursuing science and health-related research. National SMART Grant Available to full-time students who are majoring in science, math, technology, engineering, and more. P PMI Educational Foundation Scholarships Established for students in the field of project management or a project management related field. R Dell Scholars Program For students who demonstrate a desire and ability to overcome barriers and achieve their goals. Development Fund For Black Students in Science and Technology For students studying science or technology at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Discovery Scholarship Annual scholarship for high school juniors to support continued education and training beyond high school. Diversity Abroad Scholarships Study abroad scholarships can make the difference between you going abroad or not. E Ed Bradley/ Ken Kashiwahara Scholarships Open to full-time students who are pursuing careers in radio and television news. EMPOWER Scholarship Award Designed to increase diversity in the medical rehabilitation field by awarding students of color. ESA Foundation Computer and Video Game Scholarship Program For minority and female students majoring in a field related to computer and video game arts. F Fulbright Scholar Program Sends faculty and professionals abroad each year to lecture and conduct research. Future Engineers Scholarship Program For students pursuing a career in engineering who shows outstanding academic performance. G Gates Millenium Scholarship Funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation; established to help low income minority students. Go On Girl Book Club Scholarship Supports authors of the Black African Diaspora who wan to write their way to college money. Google Anita Borg Scholarship For women who excel in computing and technology, and are active role models and leaders. H Hallie Q. Brown Scholarship For African American women who have a minimum C average, and can demonstrate financial need. HBCU Study Abroad Scholarship Provides travel opportunities for students of color who are traditionally underrepresented in such programs. Ron Brown Scholar Program Seeks to identify African American high school seniors who will make significant contributions to society. Ronald Reagan College Leaders Scholarship Seeks to recognize outstanding young people who are promoting American values on college campuses. S Siemen Competition Competition for individual or team research projects in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology. T Thurgood Marshall College Fund Scholarships For first-generation students majoring in business, finance, science, engineering, and more. Tri-Delta Scholarships For students who excel in chapter and campus involvement,community service, academics, and more. Tylenol Scholarship For students pursuing a career in health care who can demonstrate leadership and academic qualities. U United Negro College Fund Scholarships Administers 400 different scholarship programs so low-income families can afford college, tuition, and books. U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship For high school seniors planning to enroll or college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors already enrolled. USDA/1890 National Scholars Program For students seeking a Bachelor's degree in agriculture, food, or natural resource sciences and related majors. V Vanguard Minority Scholarship Program Provides merit-based scholarships to minority students studying business, finance, economics, and more. W William B. Ruggles Right To Work Journalism Scholarship Available to undergraduate and graduate students who are majoring in journalism or a related field. Writer's Digest Annual Short Story Competition Contest for writers who can compose the best fictional short story, written in 1,500 words or less. X Xerox Technical Minority Scholarship For academic high-achievers in science, engineering, and information technnology. Essay contests AFA Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship Seniors who plan to enter a 4-year college or university. 1,200 to 1,500 word Essay: "How has Alzheimer’s disease changed or impacted your life? What have you learned about yourself, your family and/or your community in the face of coping with Alzheimer’s disease?" More information at: http://www.afateens.org/about_new.html Awards of $250, $500 & $5,000 Deadline: February 15, 2015 DuPont Challenge Science Essay Awards Program Student science and technology prize program in the United States and Canada. Students must submit an essay of 700 to 1000 words discussing a scientific or technological development, event, or theory that has captured their interest. For students in grades 7-12. Must mail all entries in a 9 x 12-inch envelope. 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