Monday, October 10, 2011

Samuel Huntington Public Service Award 2012-2013

National Grid
25 Research Drive Westborough, MA 01582

Phone: 508-389-2000
Fax:
Email:
http://www.nationalgridus.com

Purpose of award: To assist students who wish to perform one year of humanitarian service immediately upon graduation.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating college seniors, and must intend to perform one year of public service in the U.S. or abroad. The service may be individual work or through charitable, religious, educational, governmental or other public service organizations.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $10,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year Award (SAMMY)

National Fluid Milk Processor Promotion Board Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of Year
P.O. Box 9249
Medford, NY 11763

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.whymilk.com

Purpose of award: To reward outstanding student athletes.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be legal residents of the 48 contiguous United States or the District of Columbia, high school seniors and participate in a high school or club sport. Applicants must describe in 75 words or less how drinking milk has been a part of their life and training regimen.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 7.
How to apply: Applications can be obtained online, and only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Scholarship Drawing for $1000

Edfinancial Services
eCampusTours c/o Edsouth
P.O. Box 31549
Knoxville, TN 37930

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.ecampustours.com

Purpose of award: Ten entrants will each receive a $1,000 scholarship to help pay for college. Winners will be selected through a random drawing by Edfinancial Services.
Eligibility requirements: Eligible students include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals and permanent residents or students enrolled in a U.S. institution of higher education. Winners must be enrolled in an eligible institution of higher education, as stipulated in the eligibility requirements, within one year of winning the award. Scholarship awards will be paid directly to the college.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 10.
Deadline: August 1.
How to apply: Entries are available online, and registration is required. Entries may be submitted by mail.

Scholarship Experts Scholarship for High School Students

Scholarship Experts

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.hrx

Purpose of award: To assist students pursuing higher education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be students 13 years or older, including undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate students. Students must also be legal residents of the U.S. or Canada and be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than fall 20 12) in a post-secondary institution. An essay is required on the topic provided.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 5.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Scholarship Lucky Draw 2012-2013

GoCollege.com

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.gocollege.com

Purpose of award: To provide scholarship opportunities to students who register on the website.
Eligibility requirements: This is a monthly drawing for a $250 college scholarship award.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $250.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: Ongoing.
How to apply: Enter by registering online and completing a questionnaire.

Scholarship Program for Students in Cargill Communities

National FFA Organization P.O. Box 68960
6060 FFA Drive Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960

Phone: 317-802-6060
Fax: 317-802-6051
Email: scholarships@ffa.org
http://www.ffa.org

Purpose of award: To provide financial support to students who are living in Cargill communities.
Eligibility requirements: Students must obtain a signature from. a Cargill or Cargill joint-venture employee from their community. Applicants must be high school students who are planning to pursue two-year or four-year degrees. Children of Cargill employees are not eligible.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 350.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Scholarships for Student Leaders 2012-2013

National Association for Campus Activities
13 Harbison Way
Columbia, SC 29212

Phone: 803-732-6222
Fax: 803-749-1047
Email: info@naca.org
http://www.naca.org

Purpose of award: The NACA foundation is committed to developing professionals in the field of campus activities.
Eligibility requirements: Students must hold a significant campus leadership position, have made significant contributions to their campus communities and have demonstrated leadership skills and abilities.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Scholarships to Any College 2012-2013

AnyCollege
403 Center Avenue, Suite 704 Moorhead, MN 56560

Phone: 218-284-9933
Fax:
Email: mail@anycollege.com
http://www.anycollege.com

Purpose of award: To support students who are planning to enroll in a post-secondary program.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must attend an accredited college or university for an entire-school year. Selection is based on a random drawing. The deadlines are March 30, June 30, September 30 and December 31 of each year.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Ethnic Minority and Women's Enhancement Scholarship 2012-2013

National Collegiate Athletic Association 700 W Washington Street
P.O. Box 6222
Indianapolis, IN 46206

Phone: 317-917-6222
Fax: 317-917-6888
Email: ahightower@ncaa.org
http://www.ncaa.org

Purpose of award: To assist minority and female students in intercollegiate athletics with postgraduate scholarships at the NCAA national office.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be planning.to ~ttend a sp~rts administration program and plan to pursue a career In intercollegiate athletics such as athletic administration, coaching or athletic training.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $6,000.
Number of awards: 16
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Application details are available online.

ACLS Fellowships 2012-2013

American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) 633 Third Avenue
New York, NY 10017-6795

Phone: 212-697-1505
Fax: 212-949-8058
Email: sfisher@acls.org
http://www.acls.org

Purpose of award: To support a scholar in the study of humanities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree and at least a three year period since their last supported research. An application, a proposal, bibliography, publications list and two reference letters are required. The award levels are based on the position of the applicant: professor and equivalent, associate professor and equivalent and assistant professor and equivalent. The ACLS fellowships include ACLS/SSRC/NEH International and Area Studies Fellowships and ACLS/New York Public Library Fellowships.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $50,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: September 28.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

September 11th Scholarship

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
44325 Woodridge Parkway
Lansdowne, VA 20176

Phone: 800-498-6478
Fax: 703-723-8030
Email: jkc@jackkentcookefoundation.org
http://www.jackkentcookefoundation.org

Purpose of award: To help spouses and dependents of those disabled or killed by the September 11 events.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must currently be enrolled at any two-year. four-year, technical or trade school in the United States; demonstrate financial need and be spouses or dependents of those disabled or killed by the September 11 events: United Airlines Flight 93. American Airlines Flight 77. American Airlines Flight 11. United Airlines Flight 175, World Trade Center. Pentagon or September and October 2001 anthrax attacks. Applications for summer funding must be postmarked by July 7. and applications for fall funding must be postmarked by October 13.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $15.000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: July 7 and October 13.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Skateboard Scholarship 2012-2013

Patrick Kerr Skateboard Scholarship P.O. Box 2054
Jenkintown. PA 19046

Phone: 215-663-5897
Fax:
Email: info@skateboardscholarship.org
http://www.skateboardscholarship.org

Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for skateboarders.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be skateboarders who are high school seniors with at least a 2.5 GPA. They must be U.S. citizens and be planning to enroll full-time at a post-secondary school. Applicants must submit an essay on how skateboarding has influenced their lives. two letters of recommendation and a high school transcript. Special consideration will be given to students who are involved in skateboarding activism. Skateboarding skill will not be considered in awarding the scholarship.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1.000-$5,000.
Number of awards: 4.
Deadline: April 20.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Stonehouse Golf youth Scholarship 2012-2013

Stonehouse Publishing Company
Scholarship Committee
1508 Leavenworth Street
Omaha. NE 68102

Phone: 800-949-7274
Fax: 402-344-3563
Email: pseina@stonehousegolf.com
http://www.stonehousegolf.com

Purpose of award: To recognize individuals who throughout their high school careers have shown outstanding academic and golf achievements.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be seniors in high school, participate in at least two seasons on high school golf teams and have a minimum 3.5 GPA. Students must be intending to pursue a 2 or 4 year degree and must have participated with their school in the Stonehouse Golf Fundraiser.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 20.
Deadline: May 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Stuck at Prom Scholarship 2012-2013

Henkel Consumer Adhesives
32150 Just Imagine Drive
Avon, OH 44011-1355

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.ducktapeclub.com

Purpose of award: To reward students for their creativity with duct tape.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must attend a high school prom as a couple in the spring wearing the most original attire that they make from duct tape. Photographs of past winners are available on the website.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $6,000.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: June 9.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Student Activist Awards 2012-2013

Freedom from Religion Foundation P.O. Box 750
Madison, WI 53701

Phone: 608-256-5800
Fax:
Email: info@ffrf.org
http://www.ffrf.org

Purpose of award: To assist high school and college student activists.
Eligibility requirements: Selection is based on activism for freethought or separation of church and state.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact the organization for more information.

Study Abroad Grants 2012-2013

Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
P.O. Box 16000
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA 70893-6000

Phone: 800-804-9880 x13
Fax:
Email: awards@phikappaphi.org
http://www.phikappaphi.org

Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for undergraduate students who will study abroad.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants do not have to be members of Phi Kappa Phi but must attend an institution with a Phi Kappa Phi chapter, have between 56 and 90 credit hours and have at least two semesters remaining at their home institution upon return. Students must have been accepted into a study abroad program that demonstrates their academic preparation, career choice and the welfare of others.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 38.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

SuperCollege.com Student Scholarship 2012-2013

SuperCollege.com
Scholarship Dept. 673
3286 Oak Court
Belmont, CA 94002

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.supercollege.com

Purpose of award: Each year SuperCollege.com uses a portion of the proceeds from the sales of its' books to award a scholarship to an outstanding high school or college student.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high. school students, college undergraduates or graduate students, be U.S. citizens or legal residents and may study any major and attend or plan to attend any accredited college or university in the U.S. Selection is based on academic and extracurricular achievement and an essay.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500-$2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: July 31.
How to apply: Applications are only available online. Please do not call or write for an application.

Talbots Women's Scholarship Fund 2012-2013

Talbots
Scholarship Management Services, Scholarship America One Scholarship Way
P.O. Box 297
Saint Peter, MN 56082

Phone: 507-931-1682
Fax:
Email:
http://www.taIbots.com/about/ scholar/scholar. asp

Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for women returning to college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be female U.S. residents who have earned their high school diploma or GED at least 10 years ago and who are now enrolled or planning to attend undergraduate study at a two- or four-year college or university or vocational-technical school. The deadline is January 2 or when the first 1,000 applications are received, whichever is earlier.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$10,000.
Number of awards: 55.
Deadline: January 2.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Telluride Association Summer Programs

Telluride Association
217 West Avenue
Ithaca, NY 14850

Phone: 607-273-5011
Fax: 607-272-2667
Email: telluride@cornell.edu
http://www.tellurideassociation.org

Purpose of award: Summer program to provide high school students with a college-level, intellectually enriching experience.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school juniors. The association seeks applicants from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds and provides for their tuition and room and board during summer programs in New York, Texas and Michigan. Students are invited to apply either by receiving a score on the PSAT /NMSQT that is usually in the top 1 percent, or by nomination by a teacher or counselor.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January.
How to apply: Applications are sent to nominated students.

Tese Caldarelli Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013

National Association for Campus Activities
13 Harbison Way
Columbia, SC 29212

Phone: 803-732-6222
Fax: 803-749-1047
Email: info@naca.org
http://www.naca.org

Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to student leaders.
Eligibility requirements: Students must hold a significant campus leadership position and demonstrate significant leadership skills and abilities. Students must also be making significant contributions through on- or off-campus volunteering.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

ACOR-CAORC Fellowships 2012-2013

American Center of Oriental Research (ACOR) 656 Beacon Street, 5th Floor
Boston, MA 02215

Phone: 617-353-6571
Fax: 617-353-6575
Email: acor@bu.edu
hrtp:llwww.bu.edu/acor

Purpose of award: To assist master's and pre-doctoral students conducting research in Jordan.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduate students researching topics involving scholarship in Near Eastern studies. Recipients are required to engage in scholarly and cultural activities while residing at the American Center of Oriental Research (ACOR) in Jordan. The fellowships last from two to six months. The award includes room and board at ACOR, transportation, a stipend and research funds.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $19,400.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

The 50k Giveaway Scholarship 2012-2013

Academic Finance Corporation
One W Boylston Street, Chadwick Court Worcester, MA 01605

Phone: 877-232-4322
Fax: 508-854-9972
Email: info@afclending.com
http://www.afclending.com/50k

Purpose of award: To assist first-year college or trade-school students with expenses.
Eligibility requirements: This is a random drawing. Entries must be from those entering their first year of an accredited two-year or four-year college or trade school.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 10.
Deadline: May 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

The Lowe's Scholarship 2012-2013

Lowe's Company . 1000 Lowe's Boulevard
Mooresville, NC 28117

Phone: 800-44-LOWES
Fax:
Email:
http://www.lowes.com

Purpose of award: To help young people in the communities where Lowe's does business to get a strong educational foundation.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors who will enroll in an accredited two- or four-year college or university in the United States. Leadership ability, community involvement and academic achievement are considered when making the selection for the scholarships.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $15,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Top Ten College Women Competition

Glamour
The Conde Nast Publications Inc. 4 Times Square
New York, NY 10036

Phone: 800-244-4526
Fax:
Email: ttcw@glamour.com
http://www.glamour.com

Purpose of award: To recognize outstanding leaders among women who are college juniors.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be female junior-year students in an undergraduate program. Judging is based on academics, community service and leadership skills.
Target applicant: College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 10.
Deadline: January.
How to apply: Applications are available by email to ttcw@glamour.com.

Toyota Community Scholars 2012-2013

Toyota
Scholarship and Recognition Programs Educational Testing Service
P.O. Box 6730
Princeton, NJ 08541

Phone: 609-771-7878
Fax: 609-734-5410
Email:
http://www.toyota.com/about/ouccommitment/ philanthropy/ education/ scholarships/

Purpose of award: To recognize students for their academic achievement and community involvement.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors with at least at 3.0 GPA, be nominated by their high school and be involved in community service.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $10,000-$20,000.
Number of awards: 100. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: December.
How to apply: Contact your high school guidance counselor.

U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program

U.S. Bank
U.S. Bancorp Center 800 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, MN 55402

Phone: 800-242-1200
Fax:
Email:
http://www.usbank.com/studentbanking

Purpose of award: To support graduating high school seniors who plan to attend college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors who plan to attend full-time an accredited two- or four-year college and be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Recipients are selected through a random drawing.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 28.
How to apply: Applications are only available online.

Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship 2012-2013

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation 44325 Woodridge Parkway
Lansdowne, VA 20176

Phone: 800-498-6478
Fax: 703-723-8030
Email: jkc@jackkentcookefoundation.org
hrtp://www.jackkentcookefoundation.org

Purpose of award: To help community college students attend four¬-year universities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be students or recent alumni from accredited U.S. community colleges or two-year institutions who plan to pursue bachelor's degrees at four-year institutions. Applicants may not apply directly to the foundation but must be nominated by the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation faculty representatives at their institutions. The award is based on academic merit and unmet financial need.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: $30,000.
Number of awards: 35. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Nomination forms are available online and by phone.

University Writing Scholarship 2012-2013

Elder & Leemaur Publishers
115 Garfield Street #4953
Sumas, WA 98295

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.elpublishers.com

Purpose of award: To promote students to explore career opportunities in professional writing.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or current undergraduate students in North America and must submit an essay up to 500 words on one of the provided topics. Students must attend or plan to attend a college/university in either Canada or the United States. Some essays will be featured in the publication.
Target applicant:
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Essays should be submitted online.

Unmet Need Scholarship 2012-2013

Sallie Mae Fund Unmet Need Scholarship Program Scholarship America
One Scholarship Way
P.O. Box 297
Saint Peter, MN 56082

Phone: 507-931-1682
Fax:
Email:
hrtp://www.thesalliemaefund.org

Purpose of award: To assist students whose financial aid packages are not enough.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, family incomes of $30,000 or less and financial aid packages with unmet need of $1 ,000 or more. Applicants must also be accepted or enrolled as full-time undergraduate students at two- or four-year schools in the U.S. or Puerto Rico. The application must include a transcript, Student Aid Report and financial aid award letter from the school the student plans to attend.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1,000-$3,800.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

USA Funds Access to Education Scholarships

USA Funds
Scholarship Management Services, CSFA 1505 Riverview Road
St. Peter, MN 56082

Phone: 888-537-4180
Fax:
Email: scholarship@usafunds.org
http://www. usafunds.org

Purpose of award: To assist students in achieving their higher education goals.
Eligibility requirements: This is a need-based scholarship program with aid for full-time and half-time students. Applicants must be high school seniors or other individuals who plan to enroll or are enrolled in full- or half-time undergraduate or graduate coursework at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational or technical school. Students must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens and must have an adjusted gross family income of $35,000 or less. Selection is based on academic performance, leadership, activities, work experience and career and educational goals.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

USA Today All-USA Academic Teams

USA Today
7950 Jones Branch Drive McLean, VA 22108

Phone: 703-854-5890
Fax:
Email: allstars@usatoday.com
http://allsrars.usaroday.com

Purpose of award: To recognize students who excel not only in scholarship but also in leadership roles on and off campus.
Eligibility requirements: Full-time undergraduates at the sophomore level or higher at four-year institutions in the U.S. and its territories are eligible for the college team. Community and junior college students in the U.S. and its territories are eligible for the two-year college team. Students graduating from a high school in the U.S. and its territories are eligible for the high school team. U.S. citizenship is not required. Special consideration is paid to students' original academic or intellectual product.
Target applicant:
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 20.
Deadline: November 30.
How to apply: Nomination forms are available by telephone or email request.

USBC Alberta E. Crowe Star of Tomorrow

United States Bowling Congress
5301 S. 76th Street
Greendale, WI 53129

Phone: 800-514-2695 x3168
Fax:
Email: smart@bowl.com
http://www.bowl.com/scholarships

Purpose of award: To recognize star qualities in female students in high school or college who are competitive bowlers.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be female high school seniors or college students 22 years of age or younger and USBC members who compete in certified events. They must hold an average of 175 or higher and must not have competed in professional tournaments except for Pro-AM's. They must also have a GPA of2.5 or higher.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: October 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

USBC Annual Zeb Scholarship 2012-2013

United States Bowling Congress
5301 S. 76th Street
Greendale, WI 53129

Phone: 800-514-2695 x3168
Fax:
Email: smart@bowl.com
http://www.bowl.com/scholarships

Purpose of award: To reward USBC Youth members with high academic achievement who have participated in community service.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school juniors or seniors who are USBC Youth members in good standing. They must have a GPA of2.0 or higher and must not have competed in any professional bowling tournament except for Pro-Am's.
Target applicant:
Minimum GPA: 2
Amount: $2,500 .
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

USBC Chuck Hall Star of Tomorrow

United States Bowling Congress
5301 S. 76th Street
Greendale, WI 53129

Phone: 800-514-2695 x3168
Fax:
Email: smart@bowl.com
http://www.bowl.com/scholarships

Purpose of award: To recognize star qualities in male high school and college students who are competitive bowlers.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be United States Bowling Congress members who compete in certified events, are age 22 or younger and are high school seniors or college students with a GPA of 2.5 or higher. They must also have a bowling average of 175 or greater and not have competed in a professional bowling tournament except for Pro-AM's.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 1. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: October 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

USBC Earl Anthony Memorial Scholarships

United States Bowling Congress
5301 S. 76th Street
Greendale, WI 53129

Phone: 800-514-2695 x3168
Fax:
Email: smart@bowl.com
http://www.bowl.com/scholarships

Purpose of award: To recognize USBC members for community involvement and academic achievement.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who are USBC members in good standing. They must have never competed in a professional bowling tournament, excluding Pro-AMs. They must also have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 5.
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

USBC Gift for Life Scholarships 2012-2013

United States Bowling Congress
5301 S. 76th Street
Greendale, WI 53129

Phone: 800-514-2695 x3168
Fax:
Email: smart@bowl.com
http://www.bow!.com/scholarships

Purpose of award: To assist USBC Youth members with financial need in attending college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school students with a minimum GPA of 2.0 who are current USBC members. They must also demonstrate and explain in an essay their financial hardship. Students may apply and win each year from grades 9-12.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 2
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

USBC Youth Ambassador of the Year

United States Bowling Congress
5301 S. 76th Street
Greendale, WI 53129

Phone: 800-514-2695 x3168
Fax:
Email: smart@bowl.com
http://www.bowl.com/scholarships

Purpose of award: To recognize contributions to the sport of bowling, academic achievement, and community service.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be USBC Youth members who will be 18 years of age or older by August 1 of the year of their selection. They must also be high school seniors and be nominated by a USBC member
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Violet Richardson Award

Soroptimist International
1709 Spruce Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Phone: 215-893-9000
Fax: 215-893-5200
Email: siahq@soroptimist.org
http://www.soroptimist.org

Purpose of award: To recognize young women who contribute to the community through volunteer efforts.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be young women between the ages of 14 and 17 who make outstanding contributions to volunteer efforts. Efforts that benefit women or girls are of particular interest. This award is administered by local, participating Soroptimist clubs and is not available in all communities.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact your local Soroptimist club.

Voice of Democracy Scholarship Competition

Veterans of Foreign Wars
406 W. 34th Street
Kansas City, MO 64111

Phone: 816-756-3390
Fax: 816-968-1149
Email: info@vfw.org
http://www.vfw.org

Purpose of award: To encourage patriotism in students by giving them the opportunity to compose an audio essay.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be students in grades 9-12 and enrolled in a high school in the U.S., its territories or possessions or an overseas U.S. military/civilian dependent school. Students must also be under the age of 20 and not be foreign exchange students.
Target applicant:
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $30,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Adelle and Erwin Tomash Fellowship In the History of Information Processing

Charles Babbage Institute
Center for the History of Information Processing 211 Andersen Library, University of Minnesota 222 - 21 st Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55455

Phone: 612-624-5050
Fax:
Email: yostx003@tc.umn.edu
http://www.cbi.umn.edu

Purpose of award: To support a graduate student who is researching the history of computing.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduate students who have completed all doctoral degree requirements except the research and writing of the dissertation. Students must submit a curriculum vitae and a five-page statement and justification of the research program.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $14,000
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Visit the website for more information.

Sunday, April 10, 2011

Kentucky Teacher Scholarship

If you can picture yourself in front of a classroom teaching -- and you are going to require financial assistance for the college education that will make that dream come true – read on! This is a renewable scholarship for full-time students in accredited 2 or 4-year Kentucky universities or colleges. In order to apply, you must reside in Kentucky, be able to provide proof of financial need, and major in education, early childhood education, or special education. In order to prove financial need, go to www.fafsa.ed.gov and complete the free FAFSA application (see note above for complete details). Scholarship awards range from $300 to $5,000. Loan forgiveness is given, after graduation, for teaching in Kentucky schools – one semester for each semester of financial aid; or, two semesters if teaching is done in an area where there is a teaching shortage. Note: if you do not graduate or complete your teaching obligation, the scholarship reverts to a loan and must be repaid. For further information, check out the web at www.kheaa.com. (Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority).

Nurse Incentive Scholarship Incentive Fund (NISIF)

This scholarship is much like the one above, but it applies to students majoring in nursing. In order to apply you must reside in Kentucky, be a high school senior, provide proof of financial need, and have a history of academic achievement. Loan forgiveness is available after graduation based on work in a health care setting per semester of training. If post-graduate reciprocal work is not completed, the entire amount will revert to a loan and it, plus interest will have to be paid back. For more information, look for the NISIF on line.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship

You have worked hard in school and shown consistently high scholastic achievement! You may qualify for this prestigious scholarship. You must be a Kentucky resident and a high school senior in order to apply. Scholastically, you are required to have at least a 3.5 GPA, minimum 1060 SAT score, or 2700 GED score. You must be recommended by a school official or GED coordinator. They will need to certify your eligibility on the KHEAA Website www.kheaa.com. Contact your high school guidance counselor for more information on how to apply. Award is renewable for up to four years, and initial amount is $1,500 per year.

Kansas State Scholarship

Are you a designated State Scholar, and able to demonstrate your need for financial assistance in order to pursue a college education? This award is for a very special student – one with a 3.9 GPA, and ACT scores of 29. If you meet these requirements, inquire to the:

Kansas Board of Regents
1000 SW Jackson Street
Suite 520
Topeka, KS 66612-1368
Telephone: 785-296-3517
Fax: 785-296-0983
Website: www.kansasregents.org

To apply you will be required to complete the free FAFSA application to prove financial need (see note above), as well as other proof of eligibility, and the required application for the scholarship (fee $12).

Laura Blackburn Memorial Scholarship

Do you have a parent who has been member of a Kentucky American Legion Unit for at least the last three years, or a deceased member? Are you a descendant or dependent of a veteran who served during the Grenada conflict, Korean War, Lebanon conflict, Panama conflict, Persian Gulf War, WWI, WWII, or Viet Nam? Are you a high school student living in Kentucky? If you answered ‘yes’ to these questions, you might be eligible for this scholarship. This scholarship is awarded in the amount of $1,000, may be used at 2-year or 4-year eligible educational institution in Kentucky. Application requires proof of eligibility. For more information, check the website www.kyamlegionlaux.org.

Kansas Comprehensive Grant

There is a major benefit to a grant – you never have to pay it back! So – if you qualify – it can be your ticket to an excellent education at a fraction of the cost. This is a renewable scholarship intended for full-time undergrad study at an accredited 4-year university or college. To qualify you must reside in Kansas, and demonstrate your need for financial assistance. To do so, get on line at www.fafsa.ed.org and complete the free FAFSA application, noted above. This grant awards up to $1,100 to those attending public schools and up to $3,000 to those going to private institutions. If you would like additional information on line go to www.kansasregents.org.

Kansas Ethnic Minority Scholarship

Are you a member of one of the ethnic minorities that is considered for this scholarship? If you are an Alaskan Native, Asian American, African American, Mexican American, Hispanic American, Puerto Rican, or American Indian – you qualify! You also must reside in Kansas, have a history of high academic achievement, and be able to demonstrate financial need in order to continue your education. To do so, first go on line and complete the FAFSA free application that determines financial need (see note above for more details). Next, in addition to your State of Kansas Student Aid Application, for which there is a $12 fee, you will need to provide proof of eligibility, nomination for this award, transcript indicating at least a 3.0 GPA, and proof of FAFSA. This scholarship is in the amount of $1,850. If you need additional information, please see www.kansasregents.org.

Albert M. Lappin Scholarship

Do you have a parent who has been member of an American Legion Kansas Unit for at least the last three years, or a deceased member? If so, you might be eligible for this scholarship. You must reside in Kansas. Application requirements include letters of recommendation, essay, transcript, proof of eligibility, photo of yourself, and income tax forms. Scholarship awards are made for a maximum amount of $1,000, and may be used at 2-yuear or 4-year eligible colleges, universities, and vocational schools in Kansas. For more information, check the website www.ksamlegion.org.

Charles and Annette Hill Scholarship

Much like the one listed above, qualified applicants must reside in Kansas, and must be a descendant of an American Legionnaire who has been a member for at least three years, or be a descendant of a deceased member. You must be planning a career in science, engineering, or business management or administration. Other application requirements include letters of recommendation and an essay, transcript showing a minimum GPA of 3.0, proof of eligibility, income tax forms, and a photo of yourself. For additional information, check out this website: www.ksamlegion.org.

Iowa Farm Bureau Federation Scholarship

If you are the child of an Iowa Farm Bureau member, and intend to follow the family tradition with a career in an agriculture related field, you should consider this scholarship. You must be a high school senior living in Iowa. Along with the application you will need to submit letters of recommendation, essay, and transcript. For more information, check the website www.iowacollegeaid.gov. This award may be used for undergraduate study at Iowa colleges or universities.

Iowa Grant

There is a wonderful thing about a grant! Unlike student loans, and even some scholarships, they never need to be repaid. This particular grant is designated for use at 2 or 4-year colleges and universities in state, and if you are a high school senior living here, you may apply. You must also be able to demonstrate your need for financial assistance. In order to do this, please complete the free FAFSA on line at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Grant amounts may be adjusted for part-time students. The process works like this -- the state gives grant allocations to the colleges and universities, and they, in turn, award grants to the students with the greatest financial need. For more information, contact the Iowa College Student Aid Commission, or check the website www.iowacollegeaid.gov.

Iowa Robert C. Byrd Honor Scholarship

If you have really worked to maintain excellent grades throughout your scholastic career, and are a high school senior living in Iowa, who plans to attend a 2 or 4-year college or university full-time, you may be the one to receive this award. Application requires a minimum 3.5 GPA, and at least a 1860 SAT, 28 ACT. Other scholastic requirements include completion of three years of social studies, advanced mathematics, science beyond general science, four years of English, and two years of a foreign language. You must rank in the top 10% of your graduating class. Application must be accompanied by letters of recommendation indicating leadership abilities and character references, an essay, transcript, proof of eligibility, and AP scores. This scholarship varies in amount, with a maximum amount of $1,500. For more information contact:

Todd Brown, Byrd Scholarship Competition
Iowa College Student Aid Commission
200 Tenth St., Fourth Floor
Des Moines, IA 50309-3609
Phone: 877-272-4456
Fax: 515-725-3401
or the website: www.iowacollegeaid.org.

Governor Terry E, Branstad Iowa State Fair Scholarship

If you are a Iowa high school senior and have ever been actively involved in our state fair – you’re half way there to qualify for this scholarship. Application requirements also include letters of recommendation, essay, and proof of state fair participation. Awards range from $500-$1,000, and are to be used at eligible Iowa universities and colleges. Applications may be obtained through the website www.iowacollegeaid.gov.

Harriet Hoffman Memorial Scholarship

If you read the paragraph above, but have your heart set on being a teacher instead of a nurse, then read on. The application requirements are exactly the same: essay, transcript, proof of eligibility, and a photo of yourself. The award of $400 is for use at eligible Iowa colleges and universities. For more information for majoring in education, contact www.ialegion.org/ala.

Horatio Alger Iowa Scholarship Program

If you are a high school senior who has already faced and overcome great obstacles in your life, you need to take a closer look at this program.

Other requirements include Iowa residency and that you are a high school senior; that you be able to demonstrate financial need; that you have maintained a record of good academic achievement; and, that you are service orientated. To apply you will need to submit an essay, copy of your transcript showing a minimum 2.0 GPA, a letter of support, and an income statement. Scholarship award is for $3,000; you may begin your college career in a 2-year college in Iowa, but must plan to obtain your bachelor’s degree from the University of Iowa. Please visit this website for additional information: www.hortioalger.org/scholarships.

All Iowa Opportunity Scholarships

This unique scholarship is designed to give preference in winner selection to Iowa high school students who have participated in federal TRIO programs, students graduating from alternative schools, or homeless youth. It is intended for use at Iowa colleges and universities. Awards are for up to average tuition and fee rates of Regents University for the current academic year. To qualify you must have a minimum GPA of 2.5, and be able to prove need for financial assistance by completing the FAFSA, at www.fafsa.ed..gov. There is no fee for this application. Contact www.iowacollegeaid.gov for more information.

Indiana Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship

If you have really worked to maintain excellent grades throughout your scholastic career, are a high school senior who resides in Indiana, are not in dept to the federal government, have never been sentenced for a drug offense, and plan to attend a 2 or 4-year college or university full-time, you may be the one to receive this award. Application requires proof of eligibility which includes a minimum 3.0 GPA, at least a 1300 SAT, 29 ACT, or 65 GED. All qualified applicants receive an award. This is a renewable scholarship and award cannot exceed $6,000 over four years. Please contact your high school guidance counselor for more information, and check the website www.in.gov/ssaci.

Mary Virginia Mcrae Memorial Scholarship

If you are the dependent of a veteran of US military services, or a dependent of a deceased veteran, and are destined to be a nurse, this scholarship might be of help. In the amount of $400, the funds can be used at eligible colleges and universities in Iowa. Application requirements include letters of recommendation, essay, transcript, proof of your eligibility, and a photo of yourself. Contact www.ialegion.org/ala.

Hoosier Scholar Award

Are you a high school senior, resident of Indiana, and a super student? If you are in the top 20% of your graduating class, are nominated by your high school guidance counselor, and it is determined that you are qualified for this award, you will automatically receive $500. Money may be used for full-time freshman study at a designated accredited university or college. For more information check it out on line, www.in.gov/ssaci, and then contact your high school guidance counselor.

Indiana Minority Teacher & Special Education Services Scholarship

If you are a high school senior with a major interest in education, special education, occupational or physical therapy, and are of African American, Mexican American, Hispanic American or Puerto Rican decent, you may qualify for this scholarship. You must also demonstrate financial need by completing the free FAFSA found on line at www.fafsa.ed.gov. You must have a minimum grade point of 2.0, and must be black or Latino unless going into special education or occupational or physical therapy. All qualified applicants will receive an award. These range from $1,000-$4,000. For more information go to www.in.gov/ssaci.

Indiana Nursing Scholarship

If you’ve wanted to be a nurse all your life – or just decided yesterday – you need to look into this scholarship. It is based on financial need (established by completing the FAFSA application on line) and a minimum GPA of 2.0. You must be admitted to an eligible Indiana 2 or 4-year institution, majoring in nursing. All qualified applicants receive an award. These vary in amounts from $50 to $5,000. You must commit to work two years as a nurse, upon graduation, in an Indiana health care setting. For further information please contact either the financial aid office of your chosen college or university, or e-mail the State Student Assistance Commission of Indiana, at www.in.gov/ssaci.

American Legion Legacy Scholarship

If you are a senior in high school, residing in Indiana, and a child (biological, adopted, or step) of an active duty US military or National Guard parent who perished on active duty on or after 9/11/2001, you may apply for this scholarship. Along with the application you will have to submit a transcript and proof of eligibility. This is a renewable scholarship, and the amount and number of scholarships awarded change each year. Please visit the website for details: www.legion.org.

Frank O’Bannon Grant

If you are interested in a “sure thing” this is it! If you reside in Indiana and can demonstrate your need for financial assistance after submitting the FAFSA application, according to the literature, you will automatically fulfill your application requirements, and all students will be offered an award in some amount. Although amount of awards is not provided, this commission did give out 50,500+ grants last year, and, if you meet the requirements, there is no reason why you can’t be one of the recipients this year. All applicants satisfying the eligibility requirements will receive an award. For more information contact the State Student Assistance Commission of Indiana at www.in.gov/ssaci.

College Bound Scholarship

If you live or go to high school within the city limits of Chicago, are a high school junior, have high grades, and can prove financial need, you may be eligible for this unique scholarship! It is different because it provides financial support for five years, including one year of college preparatory study, a $5,000 merit scholarship, summer programming and internship opportunities. Application requirements include an essay, letters of recommendation, and your transcript. If you are the special student that meets all of these qualifications, please contact Scholarship Chicago at www.scholarshipchicago.org.

Young Survivor Scholarship

If you have battled cancer – and are a survivor – you can apply for this very special scholarship. The $2,500 award may be used for full-time undergrad study in any 2 or 4-year institution in the United States. There is no designated major field of study. To be eligible you must be able to demonstrate financial need, reside in Indiana, have demonstrated leadership qualities, and shown depth of character and service to others. Application needs to be accompanied by letters of recommendation, an essay, transcript, FAFSA, and a letter from your physician verifying your diagnosis and outcome. For more information look up the American Cancer Society’s Great Lakes Division Foundation, Young Survivor Scholarship Program, www.cancer.org/scholarships.

Monetary Award Program (MAP)

This is a renewable scholarship based on financial need and does not designate a major field of study. It can be used at ISAC-MAP approved colleges or universities in Illinois. Requirements include that you be a high school senior who resides in the state, and that you demonstrate financial need., by completing the FASFA application, which can be obtained free on the web, www.fasfa.ed.gov. The amount of this award is determined by funding available each year; it is $4,968 in 2010. Contact the Illinois Student Assistance Commission for details, www.collegezone.com.

Illinois General Assembly Legislative Scholarship

This is a renewable scholarship that can be used at Illinois state-supported schools. To be eligible you must reside in the state and be nominated by a member of the General Assembly. To seek nomination, get in touch with your County Clerk’s office and get the name and telephone number of your legislators. You must reside in the district represented by your nominator. This award pays full tuition. Contact your state senator and state representative for an application. Also, check this website: www.isbe.state.il.us.

Minority Teachers of Illinois Scholarship

If you long to be a teacher, this scholarship might provide the help you are looking for. To apply, you must be an Alaskan native, Asian American, African American, Mexican American, Hispanic American, Puerto Rican, or American Indian, and reside in Illinois. The monies provided may be used at ISAC-approved institutions in the state. In addition to those qualifications noted above you must have a GPA of 2.5 or better, and plan to major in education.

This scholarship is in the amount of $5,000, but you will be required to sign a commitment to teach one year for each year of scholarship awarded, and you have to spend that time teaching in a non-profit Illinois preschool, elementary or secondary school with at least 30% minority enrollment. AND, if you do not fulfill this teaching commitment, the scholarship will revert to a loan, and the entire amount, plus interest, will need to be repaid. For additional information contact ISAC or visit the website, www.collegezone.com.

American Legion Illinois Boy Scout Scholarship

This is a scholarship which can be used for undergraduate study to study journalism at an accredited college or university. To qualify, you or a parent must be a member or participant in the Boy Scouts of America. You must be a high school senior and resident of Illinois. Once you meet all of the qualifications, the next step is participation in a competition requiring a 500-word essay on the American Legion, Americanism, and the Boy Scout program. Winners will be selected based on this competition, talent, and interest in writing and journalism. There are two awards: $700 for first place, and $200 for second. For more info, check out this website. www.illegion.org.

American Legion Auxiliary Student Nurse Scholarship

Have you always wanted to be a nurse or is it a recent decision? Well, if you reside in Illinois, are a high school senior, and are sponsored by a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit, you can apply for this scholarship. Award is $1,000 and can be used at any 2 year or 4-year institution. For more information, please contact your local unit. Website is www.illegion.org/auxiliary.

Horatio Alger Idaho Scholarship Program

If you are a high school senior who has already faced and overcome great obstacles in your life, you need to take a closer look at this program.

Other requirements include Illinois residency and that you are a high school senior; that you be able to demonstrate financial need; that you have maintained a record of good academic achievement; and, that you are service orientated. To apply you will need to submit an essay, copy of your transcript showing a minimum 2.0 GPA, a letter of support, and an income statement. The scholarship may be used for full time undergrad study at a 2 or 4-year university or college. Please visit this website for additional information: www.hortioalger.org/scholarships. These scholarships are for $5,000.

Treacy Company Scholarship

For this one, you must be able to prove that there is a need for financial assistance; be a resident of Idaho, Montana or North Dakota; have proven leadership abilities; and, have shown a seriousness of purpose and service orientation in the past. The award is in the amount of $1,000 and is renewable. Application requires transcript, letter stating your reasons for applying, including personal information. You must write for applications: Treacy Company, P.O. Box 1479, Helena, MT 59624. There is no web site.

Grow Your Own Teacher Scholarship Program

If you can imagine yourself in front of a classroom doing the teaching, you need to read this one! This scholarship is available for undergrad study at Boise State University, Idaho State, Lewis-Clark College, and the College of Southern Idaho. This program was established to help students become bilingual education, ESL, and Native American teachers. Award is for $3,000. Application requirements include FAFSA, minimum of 3.0 GPA, and Idaho residency. If you would like more information, please contact www.boardofed.idaho.gov/scholarships.

Idaho Governor’s Cup Scholarship

If you would like a renewable $3,000 scholarship that you can use at Idaho colleges and universities, that has no specific major listed – this is for you! Eligibility requirements include that you must be a high school senior, reside in Idaho, have demonstrated continuous academic achievement with a GPA of at least 2.8, contributed to your community by volunteering, and proven that you have leadership qualities. Application will require letters of recommendation, essay, transcript, SAT/ACT scores, along with documentation of volunteer work, leadership and public service. For more information, contact your high school guidance counselor or the Idaho State Board of Education at www.boardofed.idaho.gov/scholarships.

Robert R. Lee Category A Promise Scholarship

This is a unique scholarship targeting outstanding students. It can be used for full-time study at any Idaho state-funded colleges or universities. Eligible students are high school students who reside in Idaho, who have a minimum 28 ACT score and 3.5 GPA, and are in the top 10% of their graduating class. The amount of this award is $3,000, and is renewable for the second freshman semester. For more information apply on line or contact the Idaho State Board of Education at www.boardofed.idaho.gov/scholarships.

American Legion Idaho

This is a scholarship which can be used for undergraduate study in any accredited college or university. To qualify you or a parent must be a member or participant of an American Legion Unit residing in Idaho. All children and/or grandchildren of members are also eligible. The amount of the scholarship varies from year to year. For more information, check the web site: idlegion.home.mindspring.com/.

Horatio Alger Idaho Scholarship Program

If you are a high school senior who has already faced and overcome great obstacles in your life, you need to take a closer look at this program.

Other requirements include Idaho residency and that you attend high school in Benevah, Boundary, Bonner, Kootenai or Latahor Shoshone counties; that you be able to demonstrate financial need; that you have a history of academic achievement; that you have displayed depth of character; and, that you are service orientated. To apply you will need to submit an essay, copy of your transcript, a letter of support, and an income statement. The scholarship may be used for full-time undergrad study at the following 4-year universities: University of Idaho, North Idaho College, and Lewis-Clark State College (Coeur d’Alene or Lewiston). Please visit this website for additional information: www.hortioalger.org/scholarships. These scholarships are for $5,000.

Thz Fo Farm Fund

Are you Chinese? Have you ever considered a career in gerontology? Are you a permanent resident of Hawaii? Then read on! Applications will be considered based on grades, financial need, and a description of your depth of character. Along with the FAFSA and SAR you will need to submit a transcript showing a minimum GPA of 2.7. For details go to www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org.

Shuichi, Katsu and Hsuyo Suga Scholarship

You’ve really worked hard to make good grades – at least a 3.0 GPA – and you’re a whiz in math, physics, science, computer/information sciences, or technology. If so, this particular scholarship may be your ticket to go further with your education. You must be a permanent resident of Hawaii, and be able to prove a need for financial assistance. Application must be accompanied by an essay, transcript, FAFSA and SAR. Check out the website for more details: www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org.

Rosemary & Nellie Ebrie Fund

This scholarship may be used at any 2 or 4-year college or university in the United States, but you must be a Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander and be a long-time resident, born and currently living on the island of Hawaii to, qualify for it. There is no major field of study specified. You do have to have a GPA of 2.7, demonstrate need for financial assistance, and have history of showing depth of character. Application requires essay, transcript, along with the FAFSA and SAR. For details visit www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org.

Community Scholarship Fund

If your major interests fall into one of these categories – general arts, architecture, education, humanities/liberal arts; or, social/behavioral sciences – you need to read on!!! This is a scholarship funded for those students in need of financial assistance, who have maintained good grades (GPA of 3.0), are service oriented, and demonstrations of your depth of character. Application requires an essay, transcript, FAFSA and SAR, and transcript. A permanent address in Hawaii is required. You should also be able to demonstrate your potential for filling community needs by relating your accomplishments, motivation, initiative, and vision, and show your intention to return to the islands after your education is complete. If you would like more information about this scholarship visit www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org.

Cora Aguda Manayan Fund

If you are of Filipino ancestry and are interested in a health related profession, this group is waiting for your application. The award can be used for full-time study in the United States, but preference is given to those who intend to study in Hawaii. Eligibility depends on financial need, grades, and depth of character. Application requirements are essay, transcript, FAFSA and SAR. Applicants must have a permanent Hawaiian address, and if you take up residency on the mainland to study, you must have relatives still living here. If you would like more details, go to www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org.

Dolly Ching Scholarship Fund

If you live on Kauai, and want to stay in the islands and continue your education within the University of Hawaii system, check this out. Students applying for this award must prove financial need, be a high school senior, have good grades (minimum 2.7 GPA), and have demonstrated depth of character and a service orientation. Along with your scholarship application you will need letters of recommendation, transcript, essay, FAFSA and SAR. If you would like more information go www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org.

NASA Hawaii Space Grant Consortium

This scholarship covers full time undergrad study at the University of Hawaii at Manoa and Hilo. You have to be a resident of the state, and plan to major in astronomy, geology/earth sciences, oceanography/marine studies, physics, zoology, engineering or geography. There are a number of other eligibility and application requirements for this award. First, you must be sponsored by a faculty member who will be your mentor for the covered period. Your chosen field of study needs to be relevant to NASA purpose of exploring space or air transportation. Please visit the web site www.spacegrant.hawaii.edu for more information.

Note: All of the scholarships listed below have financial need as a consideration, and all of them require that you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Assistance (FAFSA) on line at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Upon completion you will receive your Student Aid Report (SAR) based upon the results of your application.

Cayetano Foundation Scholarship

If you are going to require financial assistance to further your education, you need to get the details on this one. The award can be used at any 2 or 4-year institution in the United States. You need to be a high school senior and a resident of Hawaii to be eligible, and must also have an excellent record of academic achievement, demonstrate financial need, and have demonstrated your depth of character in dealing with others. Application requirements include letters of recommendation, transcript, FAFSA and SAR. An essay is required. In it, look into the future at the person you would like to be when you are in your 50’s. Imagine the life you’ve lived, and list accomplishments you’ve made. Why do you think they are significant? There is a personal statement required describing you community service accomplishments. You must have at least a 3.5 GPA. Preference is given to students with the greatest need that meet all of the other requirements. Visit www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org for more information.

Georgia Robert C. Byrd Scholarship

College is a big step, but you are ready for it! So, before it’s too late, why not apply for a scholarship to help out? This particular scholarship awards $1,500, and is renewable. It is to be applied to full time undergrad study at any 2 or 4-year institution in the United States. You must be a high academic achiever to qualify for this scholarship. Application requirements include an essay, transcript, proof of eligibility, and SAT/ACT scores.

Run by your school’s guidance office for an application and get started today. Applications are to be submitted to the Georgia Department of Education. You can find further information at www.gacollege411.org.

Horatio Alger Georgia Scholarship Program

If you are a high school senior who has already faced and overcome great obstacles in your life, you need to take a closer look at this program.

Other requirements include Georgia residency; that you be able to demonstrate financial need; that you have a minimum GPA of 2.0 and have maintained good academic achievement; that you are serious-minded in your approach to your future; and, that you are service orientated. Along with your completed application you will need to submit an essay, copy of your transcript, a letter of support, and an income statement. The scholarship may be used for full time undergrad study at any accredited 2 or 4-year college in the United States. There is no specified major field of study. Please visit this website for an application: www.hortioalger.org/scholarships. These scholarships are for $5,000.

Georgia LEAP Grant

The best thing about grants??? They don’t have to be repaid!!! If you are looking for a renewable financial assistance program, are a Georgia resident, and can prove financial need, you should apply for this grant. To apply, go to this web side – www.fafsa.ed.gov – and fill out the free application. You must also apply for and be eligible to receive a Federal Pell Grant. Awards range from $300 to $2,000. For more information use this website – www.gacollege411.org.

Accel Program Grant

If you are a junior or senior in high school, live in Georgia, and are going to need financial aid to attend college, listen up! This might be the solution. If you want to go to a public college this award pays tuition, fees, and a book allowance. For students at a private institution, it will award up to $1,500 per semester. And, you do not have to be a full time student, either. Amounts can be prorated if you are taking less than 12 hours a semester. For more information get in touch with the Georgia Student Finance Commission, www.gacollege411.org.

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Master in Strategic Project Management


The Masters in Strategic Project Management (European) course offers a balanced programme of professional training at postgraduate level informed by the most recent research in the field over a 16-month full-time study period.

An internationally recognised multiple degree is awarded by each University in the consortium of three top European universities:
•Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh UK
•Politecnico di Milano, Milan, Italy
•Umea University, Umea, Sweden

MSPME is one of over 100 selected by European Commission within the Erasmus Mundus (EM) Programme for the academic year 2010-2012. Scholarships will be granted in accordance with EM Action 2 call for students from Third-Countries and Europe. Selection is competitive and based on academic performance and credentials.


Admission criteria
• Excellence of the candidate: outstanding achievement in the applicant’s first degree. The minimum admission qualification is a high-quality Bachelor degree (or an equivalent academic degree) of minimum three years duration and 180 ECTS credits in a cognate discipline.
• Language ability: for non-native English speaking applicants a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent is required (e.g. TOEFL 600, IBT 100 or 250 computer-based). A language policy exists for students with a slightly lower level of English (e.g. IELTS 6.0) who wish to apply; they are encouraged to take advantage of the pre-sessional English language course at Heriot-Watt University.
• Student motivational statement and relevance of the Masters Course to a student’s professional experience to date and future career aspirations.

Required documents
•Curriculum vitae.
•Certified copy of the university qualification (i.e. degree certificate) plus officially certified translation into English if appropriate.
•Certified copy of the full academic transcript issued by the competent academic authority plus officially certified translation into English if appropriate.
•Proof of level of English (please note this MUST be included with the application if your first language is not English unless the language of instruction in your first University was English (in which case you should include a certification from your University to that effect).
•Two signed letters of recommendation on offical instution letterheads
•Copy of ID e.g. passport
•Motivational statement

ALL the application documents are required to be officially translated plus photocopies of the original documents.


Further information is available from:
Postgraduate Secretary
School of Management and Languages
Esmée Fairbairn Building
Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, EH14 4AS
UNITED KINGDOM
Tel: +44(0) 131 451 3284
Fax: +44 (0) 131 451 8336
E-Mail: msp1@hw.ac.uk

Scholarships and Grants at Boston University School of Management


Boston University School of Management offers a wide variety of unique competitive undergraduate and graduate programs in management science. The School develops new ideas and insights for scholars and practitioners through its faculty’s research; and by fusing the art, science, and technology of business in teaching, the School imparts knowledge of business disciplines with a unique cross-functional perspective to prepare ethical, innovative leaders for the good of society worldwide. Students acquire advanced teaming skills, appreciate the impact of management systems, and understand the strategic and operating applications of new technologies.

At Boston University School of Management, interdependency and long-term impact pervade teaching and learning at all levels: undergraduate, graduate, and executive. Graduates of every program stand out as builders and leaders. They rise rapidly in their careers. And they develop the staying power needed in an era when technological advancement drives innovation and competitive advantage - in every department of every organization, in all sectors. The School has changed the face of management education by building on deep and broad strength in information technology.

This is a School that really understands what businesses and entrepreneurs need to succeed. For the past seven years, admission to the management programs has been increasingly competitive. The result is that recruiters find the School graduates increasingly attractive.

Boston University offers a number of scholarships and federal financial aid programs to help you pay for your graduate education. With this aid, the programs are much more affordable like many online MBA programs, however with a superior education. Although the benefits are immeasurable, business school is a venture that should be planned carefully and strategically. The long-term financial obligation of your graduate education requires budget planning. The School of Management encourages you to begin preparation far in advance of applying. Our purpose is to help you reach your educational goals by assisting and guiding you through your financial aid process.

Tuition and scholarships can vary by program. Learn more about tuition for:

Contact:
Graduate Admission
595 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215
Website: http://management.bu.edu/index.shtml

AAUW 2011-2012 International Fellowships for Women


AAUW (formerly known as the American Association of University Women) is a nationwide network of more than 100,000 members and donors, 1,000 branches, and 500 college/university institution partners. AAUW has a long and distinguished history of advancing educational and professional opportunities for women in the United States and around the globe. One of the world's largest sources of funding for graduate women, AAUW is providing more than $3 million in funding for more than 200 fellowships and grants to outstanding women and nonprofit organizations in the 2009-10 academic year. Due to the longstanding, generous contributions of AAUW members, a broader community of women continues to gain access to educational and economic opportunities — breaking through barriers so that all women have a fair chance.
For more than a century, AAUW has helped more than 10,000 women from more than 130 countries break through barriers and pursue their dreams of obtaining graduate degrees or making an impact in their communities.
Fellowship and grant recipients perform research in a wide range of disciplines and work to improve their schools and communities. Their intellect, dedication, imagination, and effort promise to forge new paths in scholarship, improve the quality of life for all, and tackle the educational and social barriers facing women in the United States and around the globe.

Fellowship and grant recipients undergo a highly competitive selection process. Academic excellence, commitment to improving the human condition, and the promise of continued impact are cornerstones of the rigorous criteria. Respected scholars, researchers, teachers, and practitioners review the fellowship and grant applications. These reviewers are either experts in specialized fields of study or community leaders who recognize the power of collaboration at the local level.

The following grants and scholarships are offered for 2011-2012 academic year (July 1, 2011 – June 30, 2012):
- Master's/Professional Fellowship: $18,000
- Doctorate Fellowship: $20,000
- Postdoctoral Fellowship: $30,000

Application deadline is December 01, 2010. All supporting documents must also be received by this date. If an application deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, supporting documents must be received the next business day.

International Fellowships are awarded for full-time study or research in the United States to women who are not United States citizens or permanent residents. Both graduate and postgraduate study at accredited institutions are supported. Several fellowships are available for study outside of the U.S.

Questions about applications must be directed to the Iowa City office. Please do not contact the AAUW office in Washington, D.C., or local branches for application information. Please call 319/337-1716 ext. 60, e-mail aauw@act.org, or write to the customer service center at
AAUW
Dept. 60
301 ACT Drive
Iowa City, IA 52243-4030

Learn more about AAUW, its fellowship programs and application process: http://www.aauw.org/learn/fellows_directory/index.cfm

Master Scholarship in Insurance and Risk Management


MIB School of Management of Trieste, Italy is pleased to announce a scholarship competition for applicants to the eleventh edition of the Master in Insurance and Risk Management. The scholarships will cover tuition fees to attend the Master in Insurance and Risk Management program (January 2011 – December 2011).

Tuition Fees
The scholarships will cover up to 100% of the tuition fees (equivalent to 20.000,00 EUR 20% V.A.T. included). The amount of the scholarships will be discounted from the overall tuition fees. In case of course abandonment or exclusion for any reason, no amount of the scholarship will be paid or reimbursed.

Eligibility Requirements
Candidates must meet the following requirements:
  • Academic degree (or equivalent qualification).
  • Good working knowledge of English (TOEFL certificate is recommended).
MIB School of Management will award scholarships to the best candidates on the basis of educational qualifications, professional skills and motivation shown during the entrance interview. To be considered for a scholarship, the application form for the programme must be completed on-line at www.mib.edu.

In order to finalize the application, the following documents must be received:
  • Degree certificate
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • If available a certificate which demonstrates an adequate knowledge of English such as TOEFL (alternatively, verification will be made directly by the School);
  • If available a deductive reasoning test score such as GMAT (alternatively, verification will be made directly by the School).
Application Deadline
The documentation must be received by November 16, 2010 at the following address:
Ms. Barbara Sepic
Admissions Officer
MIB School of Management
Largo Caduti di Nasiriya 1
34142 Trieste – Italy
e-mail: sepic@mib.edu
fax: +39 040 9188122
More information and application : http://www.mib.edu/c/d/p/000064.aspx

Humane Studies Fellowships at IHS, USA


Institute for Humane Studies at George Mason University, USA, awards Humane Studies Fellowships of up to $15,000 for graduate or undergraduate study to graduate students and outstanding undergraduates planning academic careers with liberty-advancing research interests. The fellowships are open to students in a range of fields, such as economics, philosophy, law, political science, anthropology, and literature.

The program began in 1983 as the Claude R. Lambe Fellowships, and in 2010 we awarded more than 180 fellowships ranging from $2,000 to $15,000.

Past fellows have researched a variety of topics that explore historical and contemporary ideas that maximize freedom of action and support the rule of law:
  • market-based approaches to environmental policy
  • the legal development of privacy and property rights in 18th-century England
  • the role of patient autonomy in bioethics
  • impediments to economic growth in developing countries
  • the relationship between U.S. presidential politics, fiscal policies, and economic performance
Research and Discussion Colloquia
Selected winners are invited to present and discuss their research at the annual Research Colloquium and to attend the Friedrich Hayek Discussion Colloquium.

Fellows also join a network of more than 10,000 IHS academics committed to the ideas of liberty and intellectual freedom.

Eligibility
Applications for the Humane Studies Fellowship will be considered from those who will be full-time graduate students or undergraduate juniors or seniors in the 2010-2011 academic year and have a clearly demonstrated research interest in the intellectual and institutional foundations of a free society.

Awards are based on academic or professional performance, relevance of one's work to the advancement of a free society, and potential for success.

Application Process

The deadline is December 31, 2010. Applications must be submitted through online application system. If you have not already registered on TheIHS.org, the application requires a short registration process.

Supporting documents must be uploaded to the application as electronic files. We no longer accept supporting materials by mail. Please begin collecting supporting materials early, as certain items may take time to compile. Instructions for how to submit supporting materials are listed at the end of the online application.

You can list your recommenders on your application. We will send requests to these recommenders for their letters of recommendation only after you submit your application. The deadline for your recommenders to submit recommendations back to IHS is January 21, 2011.

There is a $25 application fee that you may pay by credit card or check. Payment instructions appear at the end of the application.

Read more about IHS and this scholarship: http://www.theihs.org/node/447

Summer Semester Scholarships in Slovakia


SAIA, n. o., was authorized by the Ministry of Education, Science, Research and Sport of the Slovak Republic to hold an extraordinary selection of scholarship holders in the National Scholarship Programme for stays in the summer semester 2010/2011. The deadline for applications is 24 November 2010 16.00 CET (Central European Time).

The stays have to be carried out by:
  • students: between 1 February 2011 (at the earliest) and 30 June 2011 (at the latest);
  • PhD students, researchers and university teachers: between 1 February 2011 (at the earliest) and 31 August 2011 (at the latest).
The exact duration of stay must be specified in the acceptation/invitation letter.The selection result will be communicated to the applicant by e-mail by the end of December 2010.

Other administrative procedures associated with the scholarships in this call (issue of decrees on granting of scholarship/agreements on granting of scholarship, method of payment and reporting about the stay) will be handled by the Ministry (directly or through an authorised organisation) after the selection.

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS, PhD STUDENTS, UNIVERSITY TEACHERS AND RESEARCHERS

Establishment of the National Scholarship Programme for the Support of Mobility of Students, PhD Students, University Teachers and Researchers was approved by the Government of the Slovak Republic in 2005. The National Scholarship Programme of the Slovak Republic is funded by the Ministry of Education of the Slovak Republic.
The National Scholarship Programme of the Slovak Republic is intended to support mobility of foreign students, PhD students, university teachers and researchers to stay at Slovak universities, research institutions and non-governmental organizations conducting research on the basis of an invitation.

Types of scholarships
a) Scholarships for foreign university students (enrolled at least in the 6th semester) to take part in Master study over a period of 1 semester at Slovak universities.
b) Scholarships for foreign PhD students to take a part of PhD study over a period of 1 to 7 months at Slovak universities or research institutes.
c) Scholarships for foreign university teachers and researchers over a period of 1 to 7 months to carry out teaching or research at Slovak universities, research institutes or nongovernmental organisations conducting research.

Citizens from following countries can apply for scholarships
a) European Union member states – Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, the United Kingdom,
b) other countries participating in the Bologna process (listed are only countries that are not stated in item a) – Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Georgia, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Moldova, Montenegro, Norway, the Russian Federation, Serbia, Switzerland, the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Turkey, Ukraine,
c) Belarus,
d) Canada, Central American countries, Latin American countries, Mexico, the United States of America,
e) Australia, China, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, New Zealand, the Republic of South Africa, the Republic of Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam.
f) Due to the mobility nature of the programme applicants cannot be considered if they have been studying, teaching or researching in Slovakia at the time of submitting their application.

The Scholarship Programme does not support:
a) foreign students and PhD students intending to enrol or accepted for entire Master or PhD studies in Slovakia, specifically those who are already studying in Slovakia and would like to cover a part of their costs from the National Scholarship Programme;
b) foreign university teachers and researches who are already teaching or researching at Slovak universities and research institutes;
c) citizens of the Slovak Republic studying, teaching or researching at foreign universities or research institutes;
d) foreign applicants accepted for other scholarship programmes in Slovakia (for example Visegrad Fund, Erasmus, CEEPUS, bilateral agreements, etc.).

Scholarship designation
The scholarship is designated to cover living costs (accommodation, boarding, etc.) of a study, research and teaching stay of foreign applicants at Slovak universities and research institutions. The applicants can ask their host institution to assist them to arrange their accommodation and necessary documents regarding the stay in Slovakia, or they have to arrange it by themselves. The Scholarship Programme does not cover the travel costs to and from Slovakia.

Amount of a monthly scholarship
a) university students
240 EUR
b) PhD students
470 EUR
c) university teachers:

lecturers with or without a PhD degree
670 EUR
associated professors
835 EUR
professors
1 000 EUR
d) researchers:

young researchers (< 4 years of experience)
670 EUR
PhD holders (or > 4 years of experience)
835 EUR
senior researchers (>10 years of experience)
1 000 EUR

Application procedure
The on-line application system at www.scholarships.sk opens 6 – 8 weeks before the deadline. The application form is accessible only after the on-line application system is opened. In order to submit the on-line application, it is necessary to fill in the on-line application form (in Slovak, English, French, Spanish or Russian version), attach all required documents (in .doc or .pdf format) and press the “submit” button.

Applications must be submitted on-line at www.scholarships.sk and documents marked with asterisk (*) (see the List of required documents that must be attached to the on-line application form) must be sent by post and received by the deadline at SAIA, n. o. The submitted documents must be originals.
Documents must be received by deadline at:
SAIA, n. o.
Námestie slobody 23
812 20 Bratislava 1
Slovak Republic

Applications deadline: 24 November 2010 (until 16:00 CET) – for summer semester 2010/2011

List of required documents that must be attached to the on-line application form by foreign students and PhD students applying for a study/research stay:
· structured Curriculum Vitae,
· motivation letter,
· detailed study programme in case of students (incl. date of arrival and period of stay),
· detailed research programme in case of PhD students (incl. date of arrival, period of stay and detailed programme time schedule),
· two recommendation letters provided by applicant’s university teachers in case of students, one recommendation letter provided by applicant’s supervisor in case of PhD Students,
· confirmation letter from a sending university certifying that applicant is a full-time student enrolled in min. 6th semester, in case of a PhD student a confirmation certifying enrolment in a PhD study (*),
· certified copy of a Bachelor’s diploma or Master’s diploma and a certificate of a state exam (if any),
· admission or invitation letter from a host university or research institute in Slovakia proclaiming commitment that applicant will be enrolled in a study or research programme (incl. period of stay). The admission or invitation letter must be printed on official letter head paper of the host institution, including a signature of the person in charge and a stamp. (*)
List of required documents that must be attached to the on-line application form by foreign university teachers and researchers:
· structured Curriculum Vitae,
· detailed teaching and/or research programme (including date of arrival, period of stay and detailed programme time schedule),
· invitation letter from a host university or research institute in Slovakia (incl. period of stay). The invitation letter must be printed on official letter head paper of the host institution, including a signature of person in charge and a stamp. (*)
(*) The documents must be sent by post and received by the deadline at SAIA, n. o. The submitted documents must be originals. The original admission or invitation letter from the Slovak host university or research institute can be sent by post from the host institution in Slovakia directly to SAIA n.o.

Selection procedure of applicants from abroad
The selection committee, appointed by the Minister of Education of the SR, carries out the selection of scholarship holders.

SAIA, n. o. will send the e-mail notification of granting or refusing a scholarship to all applicants within 8 weeks after the application deadline.

Contact:
SAIA, n. o., Námestie slobody 23, 812 20 Bratislava 1, Slovak Republic

Jana Rehorovská, Programme Co-ordinator
Tel.: +421 2 544 11 426 (436)
Fax: +421 2 544 11 429
E-mail: jana.rehorovska@saia.sk
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