School for Advanced Studies
Scholarship Bulletin
March 2015
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Institutional Scholarships
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SCHOLARSHIPS AS OF 3/12/15
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to announce that the scholarship program will be
continued for 2015. 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
Adelante Fund Scholarships - Also found in Connect EDU
¡Adelante! Fund Scholarships are sponsored by MILLER Brewing Company, United Parcel Service
(UPS), & Hispanic Organization for Public Employees (HOPE). Scholarships range from $2,500 to
$3,000. For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.adelantefund.org/#!scholarships/crij
DEADLINE: May 29, 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
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
Alan R. Epstein ‘Reach for the Stars’ Scholarship Online Application
The Epstein family established the Alan R. Epstein ‘Reach for the Stars’ Scholarship to honor the life of
an outstanding young man who was tragically killed in an automobile accident. Scholarships are awarded
to students who have overcome life's obstacles.
Click here to view the guidelines.
The deadline to submit your online application is Thursday, April 16 at 4 p.m.
To register and apply for a scholarship, click here to access our online portal.
For assistance with the portal, click here for instructions.
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
Alphonso Deal Scholarship Award
African American high school seniors who are U.S. citizens accepted by an accredited college/university
(including 2-year institutions) interested in preparing for a career in law enforcement
Amount of Scholarship: $500 stipend
Additional Information: http://www.blackpolice.org/scholarships.html
DEADLINE: Information is Coming Soon
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 2014-2015 school year who will attend a college/university or trade school in the
United States starting with the fall 2015 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
AORN Foundation Scholarship
For students studying to be nurses and perioperative nurses pursuing undergrad and grad degrees.
Award Amount: Up to $20,000
Deadline: Usually in June
http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/aorn_foundation_scholarship.html.
Association for Women Geoscientists (AWG) Minority Scholarship
Female. African-American, Hispanic, or Native American (including American Indian, Eskimo,Hawaiian, or
Samoan). US citizen. A full-time student who is pursuing an undergraduate degree in the geosciences
(geology, geophysics, geochemistry, hydrology, meteorology, physical oceanography, planetary geology,
or earth science education) at an accredited college or university (high school students who will enter one
of these fields during their freshman year may also apply).
Official transcripts. Two letters of recommendation. Test scores. Personal statement. Proof of enrollment
(if selected to receive a scholarship). Review the website and application for complete details and
submission instructions: http://www.awg.org/eas/minority.html
Award: $6000
DEADLINE: June 30
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
Cancer Survivor Scholarship
http://stupidcancer.org/directories/money.shtml
It is designed for cancer survivors and was named one of Time
Magazine's top 50 websites this year. This site provides a number of resources for scholarships and financial aid for
cancer survivors.
Center for Student Opportunity (CSO) Scholarship
www.imfirst.org/scholarship
Year: High School Senior, or current college student at CSO partner schools. College partner list can be found at
http://csopportunity.org/college_partners/ coll_partners.aspx
Award: $2000, renewable for 4 years
Eligibility: First-generation college, limited financial resources. Ideal candidates will display the following qualities:
seeking financial aid and scholarship support for college, strong writing skills and unique perspective, strong
capacity for reflection for blogging, experience with or commitment to community service, leadership experience,
and commitment to helping expand educational opportunities for other first-generation students. Scholarship winners
are not selected based on academic qualifications such as GPA, SAT/ACT scores, or intended majors.
Undocumented students are eligible to apply.
Check Website in April for further information.
College Assistance Program (CAP, Inc.) Online Application
CAP, Inc. provides scholarships to Miami-Dade County Public School graduates who have exhausted all avenues of
financial assistance (federal, state and institutional), but still have significant unmet needs to attend the college of
their choice.
Click here to view the guidelines.
The deadline to submit your online application is Thursday, June 4 at 4 p.m.
To register and apply for a scholarship, click here to access our online portal.
For assistance with the portal, click here for instructions.
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
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
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
Daughters of the American Revolution National Society
The NSDAR awards multiple scholarships to students showing dedication to the pursuit of an
undergraduate degree in one of the following areas: history, political science, economics, government or
nursing. The DAR Scholarship Committee awards scholarships to qualified applicants regardless of race
religion, sex or national origin. All multi-year scholarships, typically renewable up to four years, must be
for consecutive years of attendance at an accredited college or university in the United States. The
ONLY exception is the American Indian Scholarship that is available for students pursuing vocational
training. For information about their various scholarships, go to their website at:
http://www.himmarsheedar.org/scholarship.html
Deadline varies according to major chosen.
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
Empower Scholarship Award
Designed to increase diversity in the medical rehabilitation field by awarding students of color.
http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/empower_scholarship.html
Deadline: May
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
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.
Florida International University – Biomedical Engineering
Scholarships
Minimum GPA 3.0. Declare/intend Biomedical Engineering as the major field of study. Application packet
must include: Completed application form, copy of unofficial transcripts, copy of SAT or ACT scores,
personal statement of academic and career goals. Student should review website and application for
complete details and submission instructions: http://www.bme.fiu.edu/academics/scholarships-andfellowships/
Check Website for further information.
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
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
Give Kids a Chance Scholarship
The Give Kids a Chance Scholarship was established by Brian McDonough, Esq. to support children of
lower-income families. Scholarships are awarded to high school seniors desiring to continue their
education but need additional financial assistance to do so. Recipients are eligible for additional awards
given they maintain full-time status and meet academic requirements.
Click here to view the guidelines and application.
The deadline to submit your application by mail to the address listed in the guidelines is
Wednesday, April 16, 2015.
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
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
Jacki Tuckfield Memorial Graduate Business Scholarship
Drs. Jack and Gloria Tuckfield established the Jacki Tuckfield Memorial Graduate Business
Scholarship to honor the extraordinary life and achievements of their daughter Jacki. Jacki
aspired for a better life through academic, spiritual and professional achievements. Business
scholarships are awarded to African American students who plan to pursue a professional career
in South Florida. This year, the Jacki Tuckfield Memorial Graduate Business Scholarship Fund will
provide $22,000 in tuition awards.
Click here to view the guidelines and application.
The deadline to submit your application by mail to the address listed in the guidelines is Monday,
May 25, 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/
Deadline: April 30, 2015
Joe Francis Haircare Scholarship
For cosmetology and barber school students who can demonstrate a financial need.
http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/joe_francis_haircare_scholarship.html
Deadline: June 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
Judge Sidney M. Aronovitz Memorial Scholarship Online Application
The Aronovitz Family partnered with The Miami Foundation to honor the memory of the late Judge Sidney
M. Aronovitz. Judge Aronovitz stood as an example for the community, excelling in his chosen profession
and always thinking of those less fortunate than himself. Scholarships are awarded to Miami-Dade
County minority students planning to continue their education through the university level.
Click here to view the guidelines.
The deadline to submit your online application is Thursday, April 16 at 4 p.m.
To register and apply for a scholarship, click here to access our online portal.
For assistance with the portal, click here for instructions.
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
Miami HEAT scholarship
The Miami HEAT offers four (4) HEAT Scholarships each valued at $2,500.00 available
to high school seniors who excel in academics and community service:
1. Two (2) Miami HEAT Scholarships awarded.
2. One (1) Dr. Jack Ramsay Scholarship awarded.
3. One (1) Alec Kessler Student-Athlete Scholarship awarded.
APPLICATION GUIDELINES
 Miami HEAT Scholarship: Awarded to students who have excelled in academics & community
service and have a financial need.
 Dr. Jack Ramsay Scholarship: Awarded to students who have excelled in academics &
community service and have a financial need.
 Alec Kessler Student-Athlete Scholarship: Awarded to student who excels in academics &
community service, participates in a sport and has a financial need.
ELIGIBILITY
 In order to be considered for any of our three HEAT Scholarships, the student must meet the
following criteria:
 Applicant must be a high school student enrolled in a Miami-Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach
County public or private school.
 Applicant must have a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.2 by the end of the second grading period
of their senior year.
 Applicant must submit an official transcript from the high school registrar along with a copy of
their SAT and/or ACT score.
 Applicant must have an unmet financial need for assistance. In order to prove a financial need,
please submit a copy of the
 household’s W2 form(s) and a copy of the last tax filing (i.e. 1040 form) for all household
members.
 Letters to be submitted by applicant:
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Two (2) letters of recommendation – each from a current high school teacher or administrator on
school letterhead.
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Two (2) or more letters from a community based organization, on that organization’s letterhead
verifying community
 service and hours performed.
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One (1) letter from High School Athletic Director or Coach verifying candidate’s participation in a
high school sport.*
• Applicant must be accepted to and enroll in a four year accredited college or university in
the USA. Please submit a copy of the
• letter of acceptance to the four year accredited college or university. Applicant must
complete a writing sample as outlined in the application form
 For more information, please go to:
http://www.nba.com/heat/community/community_education_scholarships.html
 Deadline: April 4, 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").
Paul Janosky Art Scholarships
The Paul Janosky Art Scholarship is awarded to a Miami-Dade, Broward, or Monroe County high school
senior or graduate who is the son or daughter of a sworn officer working for any law enforcement agency
within the geographical boundaries of Miami-Dade County. They must be planning to or currently
majoring in visual arts, graphic arts, or computer arts at an accredited college or university.
Applicants must be a full-time student who currently maintains a 2.5 minimum grade point average. This
scholarship is awarded based on achievement in the visual, graphic, or computer arts. This year, one
scholarship in the amount of $1,000 will be awarded.
Prior applicants and recipients may apply for this scholarship annually. Please submit the following items:
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Paul Janosky Art Scholarship Application
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A certified transcript of your grades
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One letter of recommendation from a faculty member who is familiar with your artwork,
preferably an art teacher/instructor.
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One letter of recommendation from a school guidance counselor (for graduating seniors)
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Representations of your artwork
Please click on this link to our website to download the application http://poat.org/scholarships/pauljanosky-art-majors-scholarship/
DEADLINE: May 1, 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, 2015.
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.
http://www.questbridge.org/for-students/cps-college-prep-scholarship
Rodney Thaxton Justice Scholarship Online Application
Martin E. Segal Scholarship
The Rodney Thaxton Justice Scholarship was established to honor the memory of a great social
advocate. Scholarships are awarded to African-American students who are committed to social justice.
Martin E. Segal, a lawyer and lecturer, established the Martin E. Segal Fund to augment the annual
scholarship granting of the Rodney Thaxton Justice Fund.
Click here to view the guidelines.
The deadline to submit your online application is Thursday, April 16 at 4 p.m.
To register and apply for a scholarship, click here to access our online portal.
For assistance with the portal, click here for instructions.
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
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Senior (must be 19 years old upon completion of the police academy)
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Must have proof of U.S. citizenship
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No felonies on your record
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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).
Deadline: May 1st, 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.
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Dale E. Fridell Memorial Scholarship. Awarded twice per year, you can apply online for each of
the $1,000 awards.
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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
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
Upakar Indian-American Scholarship
Senior. Must have either been born or have one parent born in the Republic of India. Minimum 3.6 UGPA.
US Citizen or US Green Card Holder. Plan to enroll in a 4-year university. Family Income less than
$75,000. Essay. Information and application at:
http://www.upakarfoundation.org/scholarships/apply
Award: $2,000
Deadline: April 30, 2015
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
WyzAnt College Scholarship
For 2014-2015, our annual college scholarships feature $10,000 in total prize money!
Applicants will be required to write an essay in English of no more than 300 words answering the
question: “What is the most important lesson you have learned in your life?” The essay must be the sole
original work of the Applicant and there may be only one entry per Applicant.
Prior to April 1, 2015, all visitors to WyzAnt’s website will be able to vote on previously submitted essays.
Only one vote per essay, per site user is allowed. At the conclusion of this period, the ten essays with the
highest total number of votes will be selected for a final round. In addition, ten essays will be selected by
WyzAnt staff for the final round. WyzAnt’s decisions are at its sole discretion.
Prior to May 1, 2015, a second round of evaluation will take place during which current WyzAnt tutors will
be allowed to vote on the twenty finalists.
At the conclusion of this period, the three Applicants whose essays have secured the highest total votes
will be awarded scholarships of $5,000, $3,000 and $2,000 respectively.
Anyone who plans to be enrolled in a four year college or university sometime between August 1, 2015
and November 1, 2015 is encouraged to apply. This includes most high school sophomores through
college juniors.
http://www.wyzant.com/Scholarships/
Your essay must be submitted by May 1, 2015. Winners will be announced June 10, 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 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.
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.
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Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund
Need-based scholarships for college
students are part of the progressive
movement in their community.
Development Fund For Black Students in
Science and Technology
For students studying science or technology
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Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
Minority high school students are invited to
apply for scholarships, internships,
mentoring, and more.
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.
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Lincoln Forum Scholarship Essay Contest
A writing contest pertaining to the life and
times of Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War
era.
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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
at Historically Black Colleges and
Universities (HBCUs).
Diversity Abroad Scholarships
Study abroad scholarships can make the
difference between you going abroad or not.
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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.
G
Go On Girl Book Club Scholarship
Supports authors of the Black African
Diaspora who wan to write their way to
college money.
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Hallie Q. Brown Scholarship
For African American women who have a
minimum C average, and can demonstrate
financial need.
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.
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PMI Educational Foundation Scholarships
Established for students in the field of
project management or a project
management related field.
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.
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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.
Scholarships for American High School Students
to Study Abroad
The Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Abroad Program offers scholarships to
American high school students to spend the 2014-15 academic year in countries that may include Bosnia
& Herzegovina, Egypt, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mali (semester), Morocco, Oman, South Africa,
Thailand, Tunisia, and Turkey. This post 9/11 program focuses on increasing understanding between
people in the U.S. and countries with significant Muslim populations. Visit www.yes-abroad.org for more
information.
The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program (CBYX) was established in 1983 to celebrate
German-American friendship based on common values of democracy. Secondary school students, ages
15-18, live with host families, attend local schools, and participate in community life in Germany. Young
professionals (undergraduates) and high school graduates of vocational studies, ages 18-24, study and
participate in practical training. Scholarships are now available for academic year 2014-15. For more
information and application deadlines, visit the organization in charge of recruitment for your state at
http://www.usagermanyscholarship.org
The American Youth Leadership Program offers opportunities for American high students and
educators to travel abroad on a three- to four-week-long exchange program to gain first-hand knowledge
of foreign cultures and to collaborate on solving global issues. Several different organizations implement
this program, and each has organized an academic and experiential educational exchange focused on
dialogue and debate, leadership development, and community service. Recruitment areas and application
deadlines vary, so please check the http://exchanges.state.gov/us/program/youth-leadership-programs
website for more information
* http://www.college-scholarships.com has a number of links to private and institutional scholarships.
Miami Dade College Scholarships
Miami-Dade College is pleased to announce the availability of Scholarships for the 2014-2015 academic year.
Various Scholarships from numerous donors are available to students who attend Miami-Dade College. The
Scholarships vary in amounts and requirements, depending on the particular scholarship programs. Interested
students are encouraged to complete and submit the Scholarship application on-line, and submit all additional
"requested" supporting documentation to the Campus Scholarship Coordinators.
Minimum Eligibility for Scholarship Consideration
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Completion and submission of Scholarship Application
Submission of all required supporting documentation
Students must be admitted to Miami-Dade College
Student must have completed a Federal Financial Aid Application for 2015-2016
Scholarship Deadline
Priority consideration will be given to students who complete and submit the Scholarship application on-line
at www.mdc.edu/Scholarships
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