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Georgia State University June/July External Scholarships
The Georgia Fiscal Management Council (FMC)
Scholarship Value: 1,000
Awards Available: Varies
Award Deadline: June 15, 2013
The Georgia Fiscal Management Council (FMC), a professional organization of state fiscal personnel,
announces the availability of up to two scholarships to eligible college seniors, rising college seniors, or
graduate students.
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Full or part-time college senior, rising college senior or graduate student.
A cumulative and major grade point average of not less than 3.0 (transcripts required).
Endorsement of application by Department Chairperson at current college/university is required.
A statement that the student intends to pursue a career in public service related to Fiscal Management
or Administration.
5. A major in Accounting, Public or Business Administration or Finance.
Website: http://georgiafmc.org
Ty Cobb Foundation
Undergraduate students who are residents of Georgia, have demonstrated financial need, and have
completed at least 30 semester or 45 quarter hours of academic credits with an average of "B" or higher in an
accredited college or university are eligible to apply for Ty Cobb scholarships.
Students with higher academic averages and the greatest financial need will be given priority.
Scholarship Value: $2500-3000
Awards Available: varies
Award Deadline: June 15, 2013
Requirements:
The following information, forms and documents must be filed with the Ty Cobb Educational Foundation in
order for an applicant to be considered for a scholarship.
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All forms and information must be postmarked by June 15. The transcript must be official and must include
grades of the current spring semester or quarter.
1. A completed application form including a section stating the specific circumstances which cause you to
request financial assistance.
2. A letter of recommendation from your academic dean or advisor.
3. Official transcripts of all college studies including spring semester or quarter grades.
4. 2012 tax return of you or your parents (whoever claims you on their tax return).
5. Completed FAFSA with your financial aid office.
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Website: http://tycobbfoundation.com/newapplicants.htm
Bruce Lee Foundation Scholarship
This is a $1,000 award going out to one or more students who “understand, appreciate and exemplify Bruce
Lee’s passion for education as well as his qualities of honest expression, forward thought, self-exploration, and
assertiveness.”
Scholarship Value: 1000
Awards Available: 1 or more
Award deadline: June 14, 2013
Requirements:
In terms of eligibility, applicants must be age 16 or older and will be attending or are already attending a twoyear college, four-year university, or licensed trade and vocational school in the United States. Criteria used in
evaluating applicants include, but is not limited to, involvement in extra-curricular activities/community
service/work experience, future potential and knowledge of Bruce Lee.
To apply, submit the following materials by Friday, June 14, 2013 to Bruce Lee Foundation, 11693 San Vicente
Blvd, Ste. 918, Los Angeles, CA 90049:
-Completed Scholarship Application
-Completed answers to Parts 2 and 3 on separate pages attached to the application
-Two (2) letters of recommendation written within the last six months
Website: http://bruceleefoundation.com
Abbot & Fenner Scholarship
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Abbott & Fenner are committed to continuing our efforts at helping those who have the desire and ambition
to succeed.
The winner(s) of this annual scholarship will receive their award within 2 weeks of the listed deadline. All
applicants should include their full name and mailing address with their submissions.
Scholarship Value: 1000
Awards Available: 3
Award deadline: June 14, 2013
Requirements:
• To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay on the topic below. The essay should be
between 500 and 1000 words. Your submissions must be sent to us by email at:
scholarships@abbottandfenner.com
• What have you done outside the classroom that demonstrates qualities sought after by the post secondary
institution that you are hoping to attend? Also, which of these qualities means the most to you?
Website: http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
Tylenol Future Care Scholarship
Value: $5000-10,000
Awards Available: 40
Award deadline: June 15, 2013
Requirements:
TYLENOL, is currently accepting applications. This generous scholarship program is open to students pursuing
healthcare-related degrees (eligible students must have completed at least one year of undergraduate or
graduate course study by the Spring of 2013 at an accredited two or four year college, university or vocationaltechnical school). 10 applicants will receive $10,000, and 30 applicants will receive $5,000!
The application can be online. The TYLENOL® Future Care Scholarship will be awarded based on leadership
qualities, academic excellence and community involvement.
The application period is open until June 15, 2013. Winners will be announced on August 31, 2013.
Website: http://www.tylenol.com/news/subptyschol
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National Pathfinder Scholarship
The National Federation of Republican Women established the National Pathfinder Scholarship Fund in 1985
in honor of First Lady Nancy Reagan. The three annual scholarships of $2,500 each are available to provide
financial assistance and support to young women seeking undergraduate or master’s degrees. College
sophomores, juniors, and seniors, and students enrolled in a Master’s Program are eligible. Applicants must be
U.S. citizens. Recent high school graduates and first year college women are not eligible to apply for the
scholarship. Scholarship winners may not reapply. Applicants may only apply for one NFRW scholarship per
year.
Scholarship Value: $2500
Awards Available: 3
Award deadline: June 15, 2013
Requirements:
•A complete application must include the following:
•Official application form, all sections fully completed.
•Three letters of recommendation, including telephone numbers of authors for follow-up.
•An official copy of the applicant’s most recent college transcript.
•A one-page typed essay stating the reason why the applicant should be considered for the scholarship,
including career goals.
•State Federation President Certification
Website: http://www.nfrw.org/documents/awards/pathfinder.pdf
The Shop Smart Scholarship
Brad's Deals is pleased to announce the second annual Shop Smart Scholarship Competition to recognize,
encourage and reward students whose college experience is enabled by remarkable frugality, ingenuity, effort
and thrift.
Scholarship Value: $2,000
Awards Available: 5
Award deadline: June 16, 2013
Requirements:
1) Write a 500 word essay explaining how your college experience is or will be enabled by remarkable
frugality, ingenuity, effort or thrift.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss topics such as:
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other scholarships and grants
personal savings
working full or part time while in school
any other creative or remarkable approach to paying for college or saving money as a student
Website: http://www.bradsdeals.com/scholarship
Georgia Nurses Foundation
The Georgia Nurses Foundation announces a call for applications for the annual Georgia Nurses Foundation and Georgia
Nurses Association Nursing scholarship awards. These programs include: the Katherine Pope Scholarship awarded by the
Georgia Nurses Foundation; the Annie Lou Overton Scholarship for the Georgia Nurses Association.
Value: $500 and up
Awards Available: Varies
Award deadline: June 15, 2013
Requirements:
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Currently enrolled in an accredited program in nursing
Resident of Georgia
Verifiable financial need
GPA of at least 2.5 on 4.0 scale in prior educational work
All non-RN applicants must have completed one year of study
Provide two letters of reference which indicate leadership, scholarship and potential for success in the practice of
nursing
Website: http://www.georgianurses.org/scholarship_appl.htm
Providian Medical Scholarship
Providian Medical, a leading company in the sales and service of new and refurbished ultrasound, MRI, and CT
medical equipment, is pleased to announce its first annual “Providian Medical Scholarship.” At Providian
Medical, we believe that education is key for anyone preparing to enter the workplace and embark on a
career.
Value: $500
Awards Available: 1
Award deadline: June 21, 2013
To apply for the scholarship, you must submit an original essay of up to 1,500 words that describes how
medical equipment technology has changed the face of a college course and curriculum. Entries can also
include a look toward the future and how this area of study will continue to evolve and advance.
Requirements for entry:
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Must be enrolled at an accredited high school, college or university in the United States
Must be either in your final year of high school or enrolled at the undergraduate level in “good
standing”
Must be age 16 or older
Must be attending a U.S.-based institution
Must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher (or equivalent)
Entries must be post marked by June 21st for our Summer Entry Deadline or Jan 15th for our
Winter Entry Deadline
Website: http://www.providianmedical.com/providian-medical-scholarship/
Big Sun Scholarship
The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. In
order to do our part 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.
Scholarship Value: $1000
Awards Available: Varies
Award deadline: June 21, 2013
Requirements:
How to Apply
Please send us a short essay answering the following 3 part question:
What are your most important extracurricular or community activities? What made you join these
activities? What made you continue to contribute to them?
All student athletes are eligible regardless of the sport they are engaged in. The student must be a high school
senior or be attending a post secondary institute.
Please remember to include your name and the name of the school that you are attending.
All essay submissions should be sent to:
athleticawards@bigsunathletics.com
Website: http://bigsunathletics.com/
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Courage To Grow Scholarship
Scholarship Value: $500
Awards Available: 1
Award Deadline: June 30, 2013
Requirements:
All you need is a minimum 2.5 GPA and write an essay explaining in 250 words or less why you believe that
you should be awarded this scholarship:
Website: http://couragetogrowscholarship.com/
National Black MBA Association
The NBMBAA® Scholarship Program awards undergraduate students who demonstrate academic excellence
and exceptional leadership potential and are actively involved in their local communities through service to
others.
Scholarship Value: $5000 and membership
Awards Available: Varies
Award deadline: June 30, 2013
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Be a student in their first, second, third, or fourth year enrolled full-time at an accredited college or
university in the United States or Canada at the time of award (September).
Submit essay on provided topic.
Have a 3.0 or above GPA.
Demonstrate academic excellence.
Demonstrate exceptional leadership potential.
Be actively involved in their local communities through service to others.
Be recommended by faculty advisor.
Website:
https://www.nbmbaa.org/Education/ScholarshipPrograms/UndergraduateScholarshipProgram/Default.aspx
ASPIRE Scholarship
The purpose of ASPIRE is to provide supplemental financial assistance to those single parents who are
pursuing a course of instruction which will improve their income earning potential.
Scholarship Value: $500
Awards Available: Varies
Award deadline: June 30, 2013
Requirements:
 Resident of Clayton, Cobb, Dekalb, Douglas, Fulton, or Gwinnett County.
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High school or GED graduate.
Single Head of Household with one or more children under the age of 21.
Pursuing a career oriented course of study (full or part time) to ensure a better standard of living.
Low income
Recipient of Pell grant or in the process of applying.
Website: www.aspireus.org
Women in Defense (Horizons) Scholarship
The HORIZONS Scholarship was established in 1988 to encourage women to study science, technology,
engineering, and math, plus other fields that support national security.
Scholarship Value: $1000 and up
Awards Available: Varies
Award deadline: July 1, 2013
Requirements:
1. Be currently enrolled at an accredited university or college, either full-time or part- time.
2. Undergraduate and graduate students are eligible; undergraduates must have attained at least junior
level status (60 credits).
3. Demonstrate interest in pursuing a career related to national security or defense.
4. Demonstrate financial need.
5. Have a minimum grade point average of 3.25.
6. Be a woman.
7. Be a citizen of the United States.
Website: http://wid.ndia.org/horizon/Pages/default.aspx
ThomasNet Scholarship
The ThomasNet is an information and technology company that connects manufacturing and industrial buyers
and sellers. Buyers and engineers worldwide rely on ThomasNet.com®, industry’s leading free platform for
industrial/commercial product sourcing and supplier discovery. ThomasNet News® delivers industrial news and
trends via a family of online publications and newsletters.
Scholarship Value: $1000
Awards Available: 30
Award deadline: July 1, 2013
Requirements:
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d States or Canada. United States students must be high school
seniors. Canadian students must be in their final year of upper or higher secondary school.
niversity or
vocational-technical school in the United States or in Canada for the entire 2013-2014 academic year.
technical trade
Website: http://sms.scholarshipamerica.org/thomasnet/guidelines.html
Association of Former Intelligence Officers
Undergraduates applicants must be entering their sophomore or junior year by the summer of 2013, and
graduate applicants must be submit their applications no earlier than their senior undergraduate year and no
later than their second year of graduate studies. Evaluation criteria include merit, character, serious of
academic commitment, and relevance of your studies to national security interests and career ambitions.
Scholarship Value: $2000-4000
Awards Available: Varies
Award Deadline: July 1, 2013
Requirements:
Cover Letter: explaining your need for scholarship, your career goals, your views of U.S. world standing and
role U.S. intelligence community should play)
2. Resume
3. A copy of your academic transcript – need not be original or “official”
4. One recommendation [have person send to us by email to afio@afio.com
5. Recent photograph - can be sent as a high resolution digital image file via email attachment, or printed and
mailed. Image should show full face...sitting, standing, or portrait only.
Website: http://www.afio.com/13_scholarships.htm
Mary Cone Barrie Scholarship
The Mary Cone Barrie Scholarship is available to any non-traditional student currently enrolled in a course or
program at a Canadian or United States accredited college or university
Scholarship Value:$2,500
Awards Available: 2
Award deadline: July 12, 2013
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Requirements:
•A fully completed and signed application form
•One essay of up to 1000 words written by the student
•A letter of reference
•Confirmation of enrollment from sponsoring institution
Website: http://www.destinysolutions.com/company-2/scholarship/
William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fellowship for Minority Students
Currently open to students with an interest in philanthropy, social enterprise, and nonprofit organizations. Not
technically a scholarship, this program instead guarantees students a 12-15 week internship at the Aspen
Institute Program on Philanthropy and Social Innovation (PSI) in Washington, DC. Recipients may arrange with
their colleges or universities to receive academic credit for this experience.
Scholarship Value: $4000 for Summer intern. $2000 for Fall/Spring intern.
Awards Available: Varies
Award Deadline: July 19, 2013
Requirements:
1. Demonstrated interest or experience in nonprofit organizations, philanthropy, and the social sector;
2. Excellent research and writing skills;
3. Demonstrated financial need; and
4. U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency.
Website http://www.aspeninstitute.org/policy-work/nonprofit-philanthropy/leadership-initiatives/hearst
Alumni Association Scholarship for Children of GSU Faculty & Staff
To provide scholarships to children of currently employed faculty or staff members at Georgia State
University. The student must be in good academic standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA in their undergraduate
degree. Children of Scholarship Selection Committee members and children of current Alumni Office staff
members are not eligible to receive this scholarship.
Scholarship Value: $1000
Awards Available: Varies
Award Deadline: Application opens July 19, 2013; Closes August, 06, 2013
Requirements:
 3.0 GPA
 Essay
Website: http://app.gsu.edu/scholarships
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Alumni Association Transfer Student Scholarship
To provide scholarships to students transferring to Georgia State University from a community college or a
junior college. Recipients must be in good academic standing at the transferring institution and have a
minimum 3.0 GPA.
Scholarship Value: $1000
Awards Available: Varies
Award Deadline: Application opens July 19, 2013; Closes August, 06, 2013
Requirements:
 3.0 GPA
 Essay
Website: http://app.gsu.edu/scholarships
Womenetics Global Scholarship
U.S. Bank and Discover have partnered with Womenetics to encourage future leaders to think critically about
the business issues affecting women today by offering $22,000 in scholarship funds. The prize money is
intended to finance education, travel or other opportunities that may lead to further understanding of these
important global issues.
Scholarship Value: $1500-5000
Awards Available: 10
Award Deadline: July 26, 2013
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Your essay must be 2,500 words or less and submitted in .doc format
Include the essay prompt to which you are responding at the top of the document
Use Times New Roman, 12 pt. font, double-spaced
Cite your research with proper in-text citations and a works cited page in MLA, APA or Chicago format
(The works cited page will not be included in your word count.)
In addition to the essay, at the end of the document, include a 200-word personal statement about
what you would do with the prize money if you win.
Website: http://www.womenetics.com/2013-advancing-aspirations-global-scholarship
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Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship
This scholarship is completely merit-based so financial-need is not something that is considered by the
scholarship committee. Additionally, test scores, transcripts, any past academic performance will not be
considered. What will be considered you may ask? The essay. The goal of this opportunity is to offer a level
playing field for students, which is why the essay is the only consideration.
Value: $1000
Awards Available: Varies
Award deadline: July 31, 2013
Requirements:
The essay should be short (250 words or less) and should answer one of the following questions:
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Why do you deserve to win this scholarship?
Describe your academic or career goals.
Pick your own topic.
The scholarship website also says that essays used for other things (school assignments, other scholarships,
etc.) can be used.
Website: http://www.gkscholarship.com/index.html
Rhodes Scholar
The Rhodes Scholarship is an award program for students doing post-graduate work at University of Oxford in
England.
Value: $50,000+
Awards Available: Many
Award deadline: October 1, 2013 but it opens in July and you want to have plenty of time to prepare.
Requirements:
1. a citizen of the United States; pending citizenship does not qualify.
2. at least 18 but not yet 24 years of age (i.e., the applicant must still be 23 on October 1 in the year of
application).
3. sufficiently advanced academically to assure completion of a bachelor’s degree before October 1 in the
year following election.
Website: http://www.rhodesscholar.org/applying-for-the-scholarship/