New Hampshire Postsecondary Education Commission
3 Barrell Court
Suite 300
Concord, NH 03301
Phone: 603-271-2555 x352
Fax: 603-271-2696
Email: jknapp@pec.state.nh.us
http://www.state.nh.us/postsecondary/
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance based on merit and need to undergraduate students at New Hampshire institutions of higher learning.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be residents of New Hampshire, demonstrate financial need and merit and be full-time sophomore, junior or senior students at an accredited undergraduate institution.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $7,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available from your financial aid office.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Lessans Family Scholarship 2012-2013
Central Scholarship Bureau
1700 Reisterstown Road
Suite 220
Baltimore, MD 21208-2903
Phone: 410-415-5558
Fax: 410-415-5501
Email: info@centralsb.org
http://www.centralsb.org
Purpose of award: To assist undergraduate Jewish students in Maryland.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have already applied for a Central Scholarship Bureau interest-free loan for the current year, be enrolled at an accredited college, university or vocational school, have a certain income level and apply for financial aid and, if offered, accept a subsidized Stafford loan. An application form, budget form, copy of school bills, transcript, Student Aid Report, school financial aid award letter and essay are required. Selection is based on need and merit.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
1700 Reisterstown Road
Suite 220
Baltimore, MD 21208-2903
Phone: 410-415-5558
Fax: 410-415-5501
Email: info@centralsb.org
http://www.centralsb.org
Purpose of award: To assist undergraduate Jewish students in Maryland.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have already applied for a Central Scholarship Bureau interest-free loan for the current year, be enrolled at an accredited college, university or vocational school, have a certain income level and apply for financial aid and, if offered, accept a subsidized Stafford loan. An application form, budget form, copy of school bills, transcript, Student Aid Report, school financial aid award letter and essay are required. Selection is based on need and merit.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Leslie Moore - Baltimore and Howard County Scholarship 2012-2013
CollegeBound Foundation
Scholarship, Research and Retention Services 300 Water Street
Suite 300
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-783-2905
Fax: 410-727-5786
Email: info@collegeboundfoundation.org
http://www.collegeboundfoundation.org
Purpose of award: To help Baltimore and Howard County public high school seniors who have performed community service.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be accepted to community colleges, universities or technical schools. A transcript, essay, two recommendation letters and college acceptance letters are required, and finalists should be available for interviews. One award is for a Baltimore county public high school senior, and the other award is for a Howard county public high school senior.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 2
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 2. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: March 19.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Scholarship, Research and Retention Services 300 Water Street
Suite 300
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-783-2905
Fax: 410-727-5786
Email: info@collegeboundfoundation.org
http://www.collegeboundfoundation.org
Purpose of award: To help Baltimore and Howard County public high school seniors who have performed community service.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be accepted to community colleges, universities or technical schools. A transcript, essay, two recommendation letters and college acceptance letters are required, and finalists should be available for interviews. One award is for a Baltimore county public high school senior, and the other award is for a Howard county public high school senior.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 2
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 2. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: March 19.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP) 2012-2013
Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance P.O. Box 91202
Baton Rouge, LA 70821-9202
Phone: 800-259-5626 x1012
Fax: 225-922-0790
Email: custserv@osfa.la.gov
http://www.osfa.state.la.us
Purpose of award: To provide need-based grants to academically qualified Louisiana students.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens and residents of Louisiana, earn a high school diploma with a minimum 2.0 GPA or GED score minimum and meet the selection criteria of their particular college. All applicants must have substantial financial need as demonstrated on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2
Amount: $200-$2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: July 1.
How to apply: Contact your school's financial aid office for specific information about their LEAP program.
Baton Rouge, LA 70821-9202
Phone: 800-259-5626 x1012
Fax: 225-922-0790
Email: custserv@osfa.la.gov
http://www.osfa.state.la.us
Purpose of award: To provide need-based grants to academically qualified Louisiana students.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens and residents of Louisiana, earn a high school diploma with a minimum 2.0 GPA or GED score minimum and meet the selection criteria of their particular college. All applicants must have substantial financial need as demonstrated on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2
Amount: $200-$2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: July 1.
How to apply: Contact your school's financial aid office for specific information about their LEAP program.
Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP) Grant 2012-2013
Georgia Student Finance Commission
2082 East Exchange Place
Tucker, GA 30084
Phone: 800-505-4732
Fax: 770-724-9089
Email: support@gacollege411.org
http://www.gacollege411.org
Purpose of award: To aid residents of Georgia with substantial financial need in attending postsecondary institutions in Georgia.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must demonstrate substantial financial need, be eligible to receive the Pell Grant and be enrolled at a Georgia college, university or technical college at least half-time. Applicants must also complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and for renewal must maintain satisfactory academic progress.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by telephone request.
2082 East Exchange Place
Tucker, GA 30084
Phone: 800-505-4732
Fax: 770-724-9089
Email: support@gacollege411.org
http://www.gacollege411.org
Purpose of award: To aid residents of Georgia with substantial financial need in attending postsecondary institutions in Georgia.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must demonstrate substantial financial need, be eligible to receive the Pell Grant and be enrolled at a Georgia college, university or technical college at least half-time. Applicants must also complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and for renewal must maintain satisfactory academic progress.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by telephone request.
Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP) 2012-2013
Arizona Commission for Postsecondary Education 2020 N. Central Avenue, Suite 550
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Phone: 602-258-2435
Fax: 602-258-2483
Email: judi@azhighered.org
http://www.azhighered.org
Purpose of award: State and federal agencies have partnered together to provide awards to Arizona college and graduate students attending Arizona schools.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Arizona residents attending participating Arizona postsecondary institutions full-time or half-time as undergraduate or graduate students. The award is based on financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Apply through your financial aid office.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Phone: 602-258-2435
Fax: 602-258-2483
Email: judi@azhighered.org
http://www.azhighered.org
Purpose of award: State and federal agencies have partnered together to provide awards to Arizona college and graduate students attending Arizona schools.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Arizona residents attending participating Arizona postsecondary institutions full-time or half-time as undergraduate or graduate students. The award is based on financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Apply through your financial aid office.
Leveraging Educational Assistance State Partnership Program (LEAP) 2012-2013
Idaho State Board of Education
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720
Phone: 208-334-2270
Fax: 208-334-2632
Email: dkelly@osbe.state.id.us
http://www.boardofed.idaho.gov
Purpose of award: To aid students attending Idaho colleges or universities regardless of their states of residence.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must demonstrate financial need, attend eligible public or private colleges or universities in Idaho and take a minimum of six credits. Applicants may be residents of any state.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact your financial aid office.
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720
Phone: 208-334-2270
Fax: 208-334-2632
Email: dkelly@osbe.state.id.us
http://www.boardofed.idaho.gov
Purpose of award: To aid students attending Idaho colleges or universities regardless of their states of residence.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must demonstrate financial need, attend eligible public or private colleges or universities in Idaho and take a minimum of six credits. Applicants may be residents of any state.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact your financial aid office.
Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP) Grants 2012-2013
Utah Higher Education Assistance Authority Board of Regents Building, The Gateway
60 South 400 West
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Phone: 801-321-7200
Fax: 801-321-7299
Email: uheaa@utahsbr.edu
http://www.uheaa.org
Purpose of award: To assist students in attending Utah colleges.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must demonstrate need according to the federal guidelines. Eligibility requirements differ by campus. It is recommended that students apply early because there are limited funds.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
60 South 400 West
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Phone: 801-321-7200
Fax: 801-321-7299
Email: uheaa@utahsbr.edu
http://www.uheaa.org
Purpose of award: To assist students in attending Utah colleges.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must demonstrate need according to the federal guidelines. Eligibility requirements differ by campus. It is recommended that students apply early because there are limited funds.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Lily and Catello Sorrentino Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
Rhode Island Foundation One Union Station Providence, RI 02903
Phone: 401-274-4564
Fax: 401-331-8085
Email: libbym@rifoundation.org
http://www.rifoundation.org
Purpose of award: To assist adult students who are continuing their undergraduate studies at colleges or universities in Rhode Island.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be residents of Rhode Island, be over 45 years of age and attend a non-parochial college or university in the state.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $350-$1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 14.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Phone: 401-274-4564
Fax: 401-331-8085
Email: libbym@rifoundation.org
http://www.rifoundation.org
Purpose of award: To assist adult students who are continuing their undergraduate studies at colleges or universities in Rhode Island.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be residents of Rhode Island, be over 45 years of age and attend a non-parochial college or university in the state.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $350-$1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 14.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
License Plate Insignia Scholarship 2012-2013
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
P.O. Box 12788
Austin, TX 78711
Phone: 512-427-6101
Fax: 512-427-6127
Email:
http://www.collegefortexans.com
Purpose of award: To assist Texas students with financial need.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Texas residents who are enrolled at least half-time at eligible public or private nonprofit colleges or universities in Texas and must demonstrate financial need.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
P.O. Box 12788
Austin, TX 78711
Phone: 512-427-6101
Fax: 512-427-6127
Email:
http://www.collegefortexans.com
Purpose of award: To assist Texas students with financial need.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Texas residents who are enrolled at least half-time at eligible public or private nonprofit colleges or universities in Texas and must demonstrate financial need.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Los Alamos Employees' Scholarship 2012-2013
Los Alamos National Laboratory Foundation
1302 Calle de la Merced
Suite A
Espanola, NM 87532
Phone: 505-753-8890
Fax: 505-753-8915
Email: info@lanlfoundation.org
https://www.lanlfoundation.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance for students in northern New Mexico who plan to pursue undergraduate degrees in fields of study that will benefit the community.
Eligibility requirements: Selection is based on academic performance, including the pursuit in high school of a rigorous course of study, GPA and standardized test scores, varied extracurricular and community service activities, strong critical thinking skills and career goals that are relevant to the needs of the northern New Mexico community. Some consideration is also given to financial need, ethnic diversity and equally representing all the regions of northern New Mexico. Applicants must have a minimum 3.25 GPA and either minimum score of 19 on the ACT or 930 on the SAT (Math and Critical Reading).
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.25
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 22.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
1302 Calle de la Merced
Suite A
Espanola, NM 87532
Phone: 505-753-8890
Fax: 505-753-8915
Email: info@lanlfoundation.org
https://www.lanlfoundation.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance for students in northern New Mexico who plan to pursue undergraduate degrees in fields of study that will benefit the community.
Eligibility requirements: Selection is based on academic performance, including the pursuit in high school of a rigorous course of study, GPA and standardized test scores, varied extracurricular and community service activities, strong critical thinking skills and career goals that are relevant to the needs of the northern New Mexico community. Some consideration is also given to financial need, ethnic diversity and equally representing all the regions of northern New Mexico. Applicants must have a minimum 3.25 GPA and either minimum score of 19 on the ACT or 930 on the SAT (Math and Critical Reading).
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.25
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 22.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
NACA East Coast Graduate Student 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 assistance to graduate students who are attending a college or university on the East Coast.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in master's or doctorate degree programs in student personnel services or a related area. Applicants must be attending a graduate school in Washington DC, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York or Eastern Pennsylvania, be involved in campus activities and plan to pursue a career in campus activities.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Columbia, SC 29212
Phone: 803-732-6222
Fax: 803-749-1047
Email: info@naca.org
http:/ /www.naca.org
Purpose of award: To provide assistance to graduate students who are attending a college or university on the East Coast.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in master's or doctorate degree programs in student personnel services or a related area. Applicants must be attending a graduate school in Washington DC, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York or Eastern Pennsylvania, be involved in campus activities and plan to pursue a career in campus activities.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Louisiana Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
American Radio Relay League Foundation
225 Main Street
Newington, CT 06111
Phone: 860-594-0397
Fax: 860-594-0259
Email: foundation@arrl.org
htrp://www.arrl.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to Louisiana students who are amateur radio operators.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must hold a Technician Class or higher Amateur Radio License and either be Louisiana residents or attend school in Louisiana. They must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Only students who are accepted to or enrolled in a four-year college or university are eligible.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
225 Main Street
Newington, CT 06111
Phone: 860-594-0397
Fax: 860-594-0259
Email: foundation@arrl.org
htrp://www.arrl.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to Louisiana students who are amateur radio operators.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must hold a Technician Class or higher Amateur Radio License and either be Louisiana residents or attend school in Louisiana. They must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Only students who are accepted to or enrolled in a four-year college or university are eligible.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Louisiana Go Grant 2012-2013
Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance P.O. Box 91202
Baton Rouge, LA 70821-9202
Phone: 800-259-5626 x1012
Fax: 225-922-0790
Email: custserv@osfa.la.gov
http://www.osfa.state.la.us
Purpose of award: To help students from moderate and low income families afford a college education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Louisiana residents who have been admitted and enrolled in an undergraduate program at a Louisiana public or private college or university. They must be first time freshmen or adult students who have not been enrolled in credit bearing courses for at least one academic year. Financial need is required.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: All eligible students who have filed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid are considered for this grant.
Baton Rouge, LA 70821-9202
Phone: 800-259-5626 x1012
Fax: 225-922-0790
Email: custserv@osfa.la.gov
http://www.osfa.state.la.us
Purpose of award: To help students from moderate and low income families afford a college education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Louisiana residents who have been admitted and enrolled in an undergraduate program at a Louisiana public or private college or university. They must be first time freshmen or adult students who have not been enrolled in credit bearing courses for at least one academic year. Financial need is required.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: All eligible students who have filed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid are considered for this grant.
Maine Community Foundation Scholarship Program 2012-2013
Maine Community Foundation 245 Main Street
Ellsworth, ME 04605
Phone: 207-667-9735
Fax: 207-667-0447
Email: jwarren@mainecf.org
http://www.mainecf.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to Maine students.
Eligibility requirements: There are a number of scholarships in this program for Maine traditional and adult students to attend private high schools, undergraduate colleges or graduate schools. Many are limited to residents of a specific county or graduates of a certain high school.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Ellsworth, ME 04605
Phone: 207-667-9735
Fax: 207-667-0447
Email: jwarren@mainecf.org
http://www.mainecf.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to Maine students.
Eligibility requirements: There are a number of scholarships in this program for Maine traditional and adult students to attend private high schools, undergraduate colleges or graduate schools. Many are limited to residents of a specific county or graduates of a certain high school.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Luterman Scholarship 2012-2013
American Legion, Department of New Jersey 135 W. Hanover Street
Trenton, NJ 08618
Phone: 609-695-5418
Fax: 609-394-1532
Email: adjudant@njarnericanlegion.org
http://www.njamericanlegion.org
Purpose of award: To award descendants of American Legion members with scholarships.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be direct descendants of American Legion, Department of New Jersey members. Applicants must be high school seniors and use the award in the year it is received.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $4,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the local Post or Department Headquarters.
Trenton, NJ 08618
Phone: 609-695-5418
Fax: 609-394-1532
Email: adjudant@njarnericanlegion.org
http://www.njamericanlegion.org
Purpose of award: To award descendants of American Legion members with scholarships.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be direct descendants of American Legion, Department of New Jersey members. Applicants must be high school seniors and use the award in the year it is received.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $4,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the local Post or Department Headquarters.
Maine Legislative Memorial Scholarship Fund 2012-2013
Maine Education Services
131 Presumpscot Street
Portland, ME 04103
Phone: 800-922-6352
Fax: 207-791-3616
Email: info@mesfoundation.com
http://www.mesfoundation.com
Purpose of award: To support Maine students who are planning to attend or currently attend college in Maine.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be accepted to or enrolled in a Maine college, technical school or graduate school. Applicants must be able to show academic excellence, community service or employment and financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1000.
Number of awards: 16.
Deadline: April 16.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
131 Presumpscot Street
Portland, ME 04103
Phone: 800-922-6352
Fax: 207-791-3616
Email: info@mesfoundation.com
http://www.mesfoundation.com
Purpose of award: To support Maine students who are planning to attend or currently attend college in Maine.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be accepted to or enrolled in a Maine college, technical school or graduate school. Applicants must be able to show academic excellence, community service or employment and financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1000.
Number of awards: 16.
Deadline: April 16.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Maine State Grant Program 2012-2013
Maine Education Assistance Division
Finance Authority of Maine (FAME)
5 Community Drive
P.O. Box 949
Augusta, ME 04332
Phone: 800-228-3734
Fax: 207-623-0095
Email: education@famemaine.com
http://www.famemaine.com
Purpose of award: To support Maine undergraduate students who have financial need.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, be Maine residents and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by May 1. If eligible, applicants will receive a notice of award in August.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500-$1,250.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Complete the FAFSA.
Finance Authority of Maine (FAME)
5 Community Drive
P.O. Box 949
Augusta, ME 04332
Phone: 800-228-3734
Fax: 207-623-0095
Email: education@famemaine.com
http://www.famemaine.com
Purpose of award: To support Maine undergraduate students who have financial need.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, be Maine residents and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by May 1. If eligible, applicants will receive a notice of award in August.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500-$1,250.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Complete the FAFSA.
Maine Oratorical Contest 2012-2013
American Legion, Department of Maine
21 College Avenue
Waterville, ME 04901
Phone: 207-873-3229
Fax:
Email: legionme@me.acadia.net
http://www.mainelegion.org
Purpose of award: To enhance high school students' experience with and understanding of the U.S. Constitution. The contest will help develop students' leadership skills and civic appreciation, as well as the ability to deliver thoughtful, insightful orations regarding U.S. citizenship and its inherent responsibilities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school students under the age of 20 who are U.S. citizens or legal residents and residents of the state. Students first give an oration within their state and winners compete at the national level. The oration must be related to the Constitution of the United States focusing on the duties and obligations citizens have to the government. It must be in English and be between eight and ten minutes. There is also an assigned topic which is posted on the website, and it should be between three and five minutes.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Application information is available by contacting the local American Legion Post.
21 College Avenue
Waterville, ME 04901
Phone: 207-873-3229
Fax:
Email: legionme@me.acadia.net
http://www.mainelegion.org
Purpose of award: To enhance high school students' experience with and understanding of the U.S. Constitution. The contest will help develop students' leadership skills and civic appreciation, as well as the ability to deliver thoughtful, insightful orations regarding U.S. citizenship and its inherent responsibilities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school students under the age of 20 who are U.S. citizens or legal residents and residents of the state. Students first give an oration within their state and winners compete at the national level. The oration must be related to the Constitution of the United States focusing on the duties and obligations citizens have to the government. It must be in English and be between eight and ten minutes. There is also an assigned topic which is posted on the website, and it should be between three and five minutes.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Application information is available by contacting the local American Legion Post.
National Business School Scholarship 2012-2013
Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation
P.O. Box 290361
Davie, FL 33329-0361
Phone: 954-262-8553
Fax:
Email: info@cksf.org
http://www.cksf.org
Purpose of award: To reward high school students in grades 9-12 who are interested in attending business school.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must complete the free online registration and compete by taking a series of short multiple-choice quizzes online. Each week, the quiz will consist of 15 to 20 questions. Five hundred points are awarded for each correct answer, and one point is deducted for each second taken to complete each question. After rounds one and two, a percentage of the high scorers from each state advance to the next round. The winner is determined through a combination of time and accuracy in answering the questions.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: October 2.
How to apply: Applicants must complete the free online registration and then answer questions.
P.O. Box 290361
Davie, FL 33329-0361
Phone: 954-262-8553
Fax:
Email: info@cksf.org
http://www.cksf.org
Purpose of award: To reward high school students in grades 9-12 who are interested in attending business school.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must complete the free online registration and compete by taking a series of short multiple-choice quizzes online. Each week, the quiz will consist of 15 to 20 questions. Five hundred points are awarded for each correct answer, and one point is deducted for each second taken to complete each question. After rounds one and two, a percentage of the high scorers from each state advance to the next round. The winner is determined through a combination of time and accuracy in answering the questions.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: October 2.
How to apply: Applicants must complete the free online registration and then answer questions.
Mamoru and Aiko Takitani Foundation Scholarship 2012-2013
Mamoru and Aiko Takitani Foundation P.O. Box 10687
Honolulu, HI 96816
Phone:
Fax:
Email: info@takitanifoundation.org
http://www.takitani.org
Purpose of award: To assist Hawaii resident students with business school, technical school, community college or four-year college expenses.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors and Hawaii residents. Applicants must also demonstrate scholastic achievement, participation in activities and have been accepted into an accredited institution. Community service and financial need are also considered.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$10,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Contact your high school guidance counselor.
Honolulu, HI 96816
Phone:
Fax:
Email: info@takitanifoundation.org
http://www.takitani.org
Purpose of award: To assist Hawaii resident students with business school, technical school, community college or four-year college expenses.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors and Hawaii residents. Applicants must also demonstrate scholastic achievement, participation in activities and have been accepted into an accredited institution. Community service and financial need are also considered.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$10,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Contact your high school guidance counselor.
Maine State Society Foundation Scholarship 2012-2013
Maine State Society Foundation of Washington, DC
3678 Bay Drive
Edgewater, MD 21037
Phone: 703-237-1031
Fax:
Email: joanmbeach@aol.com
http://www.mainestatesociety.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to Maine students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time students who are at least sophomores and must attend an accredited, non-profit college or university located in Maine.
Target applicant: College students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by mail and online.
3678 Bay Drive
Edgewater, MD 21037
Phone: 703-237-1031
Fax:
Email: joanmbeach@aol.com
http://www.mainestatesociety.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to Maine students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time students who are at least sophomores and must attend an accredited, non-profit college or university located in Maine.
Target applicant: College students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by mail and online.
Marlin R. Scarborough Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
South Dakota Board of Regents
306 East Capitol Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501-2545
Phone: 605-773-3455
Fax: 605-773-5320
Email: info@sdbor.edu
http://www.sdbor.edu
Purpose of award: To support undergraduate students in South Dakota.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must submit an essay detailing their leadership qualities, academic achievements and community service. Students must attend a public South Dakota university with at least a 3.5 GPA, and they must be in their junior year at the time they receive the scholarship funding.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 6.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
306 East Capitol Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501-2545
Phone: 605-773-3455
Fax: 605-773-5320
Email: info@sdbor.edu
http://www.sdbor.edu
Purpose of award: To support undergraduate students in South Dakota.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must submit an essay detailing their leadership qualities, academic achievements and community service. Students must attend a public South Dakota university with at least a 3.5 GPA, and they must be in their junior year at the time they receive the scholarship funding.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 6.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Marguerite Ross Barnett Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
Missouri Student Assistance Resource Services (MOSTARS) Missouri Department of Higher Education
3515 Amazonas Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Phone: 800-473-6757
Fax: 573-751-6635
Email:
http://www.dhe.mo.gov
Purpose of award: This scholarship was established for students who are employed while attending school part-time.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, Missouri residents and enrolled at least half-time but less than full-time at a participating Missouri college or university. Applicants must also be employed for at least 20 hours per week and be able to demonstrate financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
3515 Amazonas Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Phone: 800-473-6757
Fax: 573-751-6635
Email:
http://www.dhe.mo.gov
Purpose of award: This scholarship was established for students who are employed while attending school part-time.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, Missouri residents and enrolled at least half-time but less than full-time at a participating Missouri college or university. Applicants must also be employed for at least 20 hours per week and be able to demonstrate financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Mary McLeod Bethune Scholarship Program 2012-2013
Florida Department of Education
Office of Student Financial Assistance
1940 N. Monroe Street
Suite 70
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4759
Phone: 888-827-2004
Fax: 850-245-9667
Email: osfa@fldoe.org
http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org
Purpose of award: To help Florida-resident undergraduate students who attend or plan to attend Bethune-Coleman College, Edward Waters College, Florida A&M University or Florida Memorial University.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must show financial need as determined by the school and meet the application procedures and deadlines of the participating schools.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications may be obtained from the participating schools' financial aid offices.
Office of Student Financial Assistance
1940 N. Monroe Street
Suite 70
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4759
Phone: 888-827-2004
Fax: 850-245-9667
Email: osfa@fldoe.org
http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org
Purpose of award: To help Florida-resident undergraduate students who attend or plan to attend Bethune-Coleman College, Edward Waters College, Florida A&M University or Florida Memorial University.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must show financial need as determined by the school and meet the application procedures and deadlines of the participating schools.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications may be obtained from the participating schools' financial aid offices.
Masonic Scholarship Program 2012-2013
Grand Lodge of Iowa, A.F. and A.M.
Scholarship Selection Committee
P.O. Box 279
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52406-0279
Phone: 319-365-1438
Fax: 319-365-1439
Email: scholarships@gl-iowa.org
http://www.gl-iowa.org
Purpose of award: To reward high school seniors from Iowa public high schools for academics and leadership skills.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be pursuing a post-secondary education in any state at an institution which provides a two-year or four-year college program or vocational training. They do not need to have a Masonic connection. Selection is based on academic record, communication skills and financial need, but the most important is service to school and community with an emphasis on leadership roles. Finalists will be asked to appear before the committee for personal interviews.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 60.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online or from guidance departments at Iowa public high schools.
Scholarship Selection Committee
P.O. Box 279
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52406-0279
Phone: 319-365-1438
Fax: 319-365-1439
Email: scholarships@gl-iowa.org
http://www.gl-iowa.org
Purpose of award: To reward high school seniors from Iowa public high schools for academics and leadership skills.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be pursuing a post-secondary education in any state at an institution which provides a two-year or four-year college program or vocational training. They do not need to have a Masonic connection. Selection is based on academic record, communication skills and financial need, but the most important is service to school and community with an emphasis on leadership roles. Finalists will be asked to appear before the committee for personal interviews.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 60.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online or from guidance departments at Iowa public high schools.
Maryland Community Cancer Scholarship 2012-2013
Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults
4725 Dorsey Hall Drive, Suite A
Ellicott City, MD 21042
Phone: 410-964-0202
Fax:
Email: scholarship@ulmanfund.org
http://www.ulmanfund.org
Purpose of award: To support Maryland students who are cancer survivors.
Eligibility requirements: Students must show financial need, community service participation, medical hardship, commitment to education and career goals and how they have used their experience to help others.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 10.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
4725 Dorsey Hall Drive, Suite A
Ellicott City, MD 21042
Phone: 410-964-0202
Fax:
Email: scholarship@ulmanfund.org
http://www.ulmanfund.org
Purpose of award: To support Maryland students who are cancer survivors.
Eligibility requirements: Students must show financial need, community service participation, medical hardship, commitment to education and career goals and how they have used their experience to help others.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 10.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Mary Rubin and Benjamin M. Rubin Scholarship Fund 2012-2013
Central Scholarship Bureau
1700 Reisterstown Road
Suite 220
Baltimore, MD 21208-2903
Phone: 410-415-5558
Fax: 410-415-5501
Email: info@centralsb.org
http://www.centralsb.org
Purpose of award: To help women from Maryland who plan to attend an accredited school.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have been out of high school for at least a year and be permanent residents of Maryland. Selection is based on academic achievement, extracurricular activities and financial need. A transcript, recommendation, Student Aid Report (SAR) , school financial aid letter, budget form and essay are required.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
1700 Reisterstown Road
Suite 220
Baltimore, MD 21208-2903
Phone: 410-415-5558
Fax: 410-415-5501
Email: info@centralsb.org
http://www.centralsb.org
Purpose of award: To help women from Maryland who plan to attend an accredited school.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have been out of high school for at least a year and be permanent residents of Maryland. Selection is based on academic achievement, extracurricular activities and financial need. A transcript, recommendation, Student Aid Report (SAR) , school financial aid letter, budget form and essay are required.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
McCurry Foundation Scholarship 2012-2013
McCurry Foundation Inc.
Scholarship Selection Committee
11645 Beach Boulevard, Suite 200
Jacksonville, FL 32246
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.mccurryfoundation.org
Purpose of award: To provide assistance to college students who have demonstrated leadership, a responsible work ethic and academic excellence.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be public high school seniors who have demonstrated leadership, a responsible work ethic, community involvement, service, and academic excellence, with a GPA of at least 3.0. Students must demonstrate financial need, with a maximum family income of $75,000. Preference is given to students from Clay, Duval, Nassau and St. Johns Counties in Florida and from Glynn County in Georgia.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Scholarship Selection Committee
11645 Beach Boulevard, Suite 200
Jacksonville, FL 32246
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.mccurryfoundation.org
Purpose of award: To provide assistance to college students who have demonstrated leadership, a responsible work ethic and academic excellence.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be public high school seniors who have demonstrated leadership, a responsible work ethic, community involvement, service, and academic excellence, with a GPA of at least 3.0. Students must demonstrate financial need, with a maximum family income of $75,000. Preference is given to students from Clay, Duval, Nassau and St. Johns Counties in Florida and from Glynn County in Georgia.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
MASSGrant 2012-2013
Massachusetts Office of Student Financial Assistance 454 Broadway
Suite 200
Revere, MA 02151
Phone: 617-727-9420
Fax: 617-727-0667
Email: osfa@osfa.mass.edu
http://www.osfa.mass.edu
Purpose of award: To provide need-based financial assistance to undergraduate students who reside in Massachusetts and who are enrolled in and pursuing a program of higher education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be permanent legal residents of Massachusetts and have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) between $0 and $3,800. Applicants must be enrolled as full-time students in a certificate, associate or bachelor's degree program and not have received a prior bachelor's degree or its equivalent.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $300-$2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Suite 200
Revere, MA 02151
Phone: 617-727-9420
Fax: 617-727-0667
Email: osfa@osfa.mass.edu
http://www.osfa.mass.edu
Purpose of award: To provide need-based financial assistance to undergraduate students who reside in Massachusetts and who are enrolled in and pursuing a program of higher education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be permanent legal residents of Massachusetts and have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) between $0 and $3,800. Applicants must be enrolled as full-time students in a certificate, associate or bachelor's degree program and not have received a prior bachelor's degree or its equivalent.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $300-$2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Mellinger Scholarships 2012-2013
Edward Arthur Mellinger Educational Foundation Inc. 1025 E. Broadway
P.O. Box 770
Monmouth, IL 61462
Phone: 309-734-2419
Fax: 309-734-4435
Email: info@mellinger.org
http://www.mellinger.org
Purpose of award: The E. A. Mellinger Foundation supports education as a memorial to its namesake.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must live in Western Illinois or Eastern Iowa, submit the FAFSA form and demonstrate financial need and attend an accredited university. Awards are based on academic achievement. Part-time students are also eligible for scholarships, and loans are also available to graduate students.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $300-$1,200.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by mail or online. Application forms are only available from February 1 to May 1 each year.
P.O. Box 770
Monmouth, IL 61462
Phone: 309-734-2419
Fax: 309-734-4435
Email: info@mellinger.org
http://www.mellinger.org
Purpose of award: The E. A. Mellinger Foundation supports education as a memorial to its namesake.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must live in Western Illinois or Eastern Iowa, submit the FAFSA form and demonstrate financial need and attend an accredited university. Awards are based on academic achievement. Part-time students are also eligible for scholarships, and loans are also available to graduate students.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $300-$1,200.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by mail or online. Application forms are only available from February 1 to May 1 each year.
MEFA UPlan Prepaid Tuition Waiver Program 2012-2013
Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority
125 Summer Street
Suite 300
Boston, MA 02110
Phone: 800-449-6332
Fax: 617-261-9765
Email: info@mefa.org
http://www.mefa.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial aid in the form of tuition waivers to Massachusetts students who prepay their tuition at lower rates.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be planning to attend a school in the state of Massachusetts which participates in the UPlan program.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
125 Summer Street
Suite 300
Boston, MA 02110
Phone: 800-449-6332
Fax: 617-261-9765
Email: info@mefa.org
http://www.mefa.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial aid in the form of tuition waivers to Massachusetts students who prepay their tuition at lower rates.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be planning to attend a school in the state of Massachusetts which participates in the UPlan program.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Merit Recognition Scholarship (MRS) Program 2012-2013
Illinois Department of Public Health
535 W Jefferson Street
Springfield, IL 62761
Phone: 217-782-4977
Fax: 217-782-3987
Email: dph.mailus@illinois.gov
http://www.idph.state.il.us
Purpose of award: To aid Illinois high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating seniors or have graduated within a year of application from an Illinois high school, be ranked in the top 5 percent of their class OR received a ACT, SAT I or Prairie State Achievement Exam test score in the top 5 percent of all Illinois students who took the exam at the same time and attend a MAP-¬approved Illinois institution as an undergraduate at least half-time.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Qualifying students are automatically sent applications.
535 W Jefferson Street
Springfield, IL 62761
Phone: 217-782-4977
Fax: 217-782-3987
Email: dph.mailus@illinois.gov
http://www.idph.state.il.us
Purpose of award: To aid Illinois high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating seniors or have graduated within a year of application from an Illinois high school, be ranked in the top 5 percent of their class OR received a ACT, SAT I or Prairie State Achievement Exam test score in the top 5 percent of all Illinois students who took the exam at the same time and attend a MAP-¬approved Illinois institution as an undergraduate at least half-time.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Qualifying students are automatically sent applications.
National Defense Transportation Association, St. Louis Area Chapter Scholarship 2012-2013
National Defense Transportation Association-Scott St. Louis Chapter Attention: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 25486
Scott Air Force Base, IL 62225-0486
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.ndtascottstlouis.org
Purpose of award: To promote careers in business, transportation logistics and physical distribution.
Eligibility requirements: Preference is given to students majoring in business, transportation logistics and physical distribution or a related field. High school students must live in Illinois or Missouri. College students must attend school in Colorado, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana. Kansas, Michigan. Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Dakota. Nebraska, South Dakota, Wisconsin or Wyoming.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2.500.
Number of awards: 6.
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
P.O. Box 25486
Scott Air Force Base, IL 62225-0486
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.ndtascottstlouis.org
Purpose of award: To promote careers in business, transportation logistics and physical distribution.
Eligibility requirements: Preference is given to students majoring in business, transportation logistics and physical distribution or a related field. High school students must live in Illinois or Missouri. College students must attend school in Colorado, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana. Kansas, Michigan. Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Dakota. Nebraska, South Dakota, Wisconsin or Wyoming.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2.500.
Number of awards: 6.
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
MHEG- Montana Higher Education Grant 2012-2013
Student Assistance Foundation of Montana
2500 Broadway
Helena, MT 59601
Phone: 406-495-7800
Fax: 406-495-7880
Email: vsteiner@safmt.org
http://www.safmt.org
Purpose of award: To assist Montana students with financial need pay for college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, Montana residents and have exceptional financial need. Grants are awarded through individual colleges and universities.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Contact your college's financial aid office for details.
2500 Broadway
Helena, MT 59601
Phone: 406-495-7800
Fax: 406-495-7880
Email: vsteiner@safmt.org
http://www.safmt.org
Purpose of award: To assist Montana students with financial need pay for college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, Montana residents and have exceptional financial need. Grants are awarded through individual colleges and universities.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Contact your college's financial aid office for details.
Michigan Competitive Scholarship 2012-2013
Office of Scholarships and Grants, Bureau of Student Financial Assistance
P.O. Box 30462 Lansing, MI 48909
Phone: 888-4-GRANTS
Fax:
Email: treasscholgrant@michigan.gov
http://www.michigan.gov/rnistudentaid
Purpose of award: To assist students who plan to attend a Michigan public or private college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Michigan residents since July 1 of the previous calendar year and have received a qualifying score on the ACT and a minimum 2.0 GPA. Applicants must also demonstrate financial need and be enrolled in an approved Michigan college or university. Applicants cannot be pursuing a degree in theology, divinity or religious education. This award is based on both financial need and academic merit.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 21 or March 21.
How to apply: File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
P.O. Box 30462 Lansing, MI 48909
Phone: 888-4-GRANTS
Fax:
Email: treasscholgrant@michigan.gov
http://www.michigan.gov/rnistudentaid
Purpose of award: To assist students who plan to attend a Michigan public or private college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Michigan residents since July 1 of the previous calendar year and have received a qualifying score on the ACT and a minimum 2.0 GPA. Applicants must also demonstrate financial need and be enrolled in an approved Michigan college or university. Applicants cannot be pursuing a degree in theology, divinity or religious education. This award is based on both financial need and academic merit.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 21 or March 21.
How to apply: File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Michael Curry Summer Internship Program 2012-2013
Governor's Office of the State of Illinois Michael Curry Summer Internship Program 107 William G. Stratton Building Springfield, IL 62706
Phone: 217-782-5189
Fax:
Email:
http://www.illinois.gov/gov/intopportunities.cfm
Purpose of award: To provide internships for college juniors, seniors or graduate students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Illinois residents. Recipients work. full-time in an agency under the jurisdiction of the Governor for 10 weeks during the summer.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by mail.
Phone: 217-782-5189
Fax:
Email:
http://www.illinois.gov/gov/intopportunities.cfm
Purpose of award: To provide internships for college juniors, seniors or graduate students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Illinois residents. Recipients work. full-time in an agency under the jurisdiction of the Governor for 10 weeks during the summer.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by mail.
Michigan Educational Opportunity Grant 2012-2013
Office of Scholarships and Grants, Bureau of Student Financial Assistance
P.O. Box: 30462 Lansing, MI 48909
Phone: 888-4-GRANTS
Fax:
Email: treasscholgrant@michigan.gov
http://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid
Purpose of award: To assist needy undergraduate students who enroll on at least a half-time basis at a Michigan public community college or university.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be residents of Michigan and enrolled at least half-time in eligible undergraduate programs. Applicants must be able to demonstrate financial need and not be in default on an educational loan.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: The college awards the funds. Qualifying students apply for this need-based aid by filing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The college's financial aid award letter is the means by which students are notified regarding eligibility.
P.O. Box: 30462 Lansing, MI 48909
Phone: 888-4-GRANTS
Fax:
Email: treasscholgrant@michigan.gov
http://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid
Purpose of award: To assist needy undergraduate students who enroll on at least a half-time basis at a Michigan public community college or university.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be residents of Michigan and enrolled at least half-time in eligible undergraduate programs. Applicants must be able to demonstrate financial need and not be in default on an educational loan.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: The college awards the funds. Qualifying students apply for this need-based aid by filing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The college's financial aid award letter is the means by which students are notified regarding eligibility.
Michigan Oratorical Contest 2012-2013
American Legion, Department of Michigan 212 N. Verlinden Avenue
Lansing, MI 48915
Phone: 517-371-4720 x25
Fax: 517-371-2401
Email: programs@michiganlegion.org
http://www.michiganlegion.org
Purpose of award: To enhance high school students' experience with and understanding of the U.S. Constitution. The contest will help develop students' leadership skills and civic appreciation, as well as the ability to deliver thoughtful, insightful orations regarding U.S. citizenship and its inherent responsibilities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school students under the age of 20 who are U.S. citizens or legal residents and residents of the state. Students first give an oration within their state and winners compete at the national level. The oration must be related to the Constitution of the United States focusing on the duties and obligations citizens have to the government. It must be in English and be between eight and ten minutes. There is also an assigned topic which is posted on the website, and it should be between three and five minutes.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 5.
How to apply: Application information is available by contacting the appropriate American Legion Oratorical Zone Chairman.
Lansing, MI 48915
Phone: 517-371-4720 x25
Fax: 517-371-2401
Email: programs@michiganlegion.org
http://www.michiganlegion.org
Purpose of award: To enhance high school students' experience with and understanding of the U.S. Constitution. The contest will help develop students' leadership skills and civic appreciation, as well as the ability to deliver thoughtful, insightful orations regarding U.S. citizenship and its inherent responsibilities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school students under the age of 20 who are U.S. citizens or legal residents and residents of the state. Students first give an oration within their state and winners compete at the national level. The oration must be related to the Constitution of the United States focusing on the duties and obligations citizens have to the government. It must be in English and be between eight and ten minutes. There is also an assigned topic which is posted on the website, and it should be between three and five minutes.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 5.
How to apply: Application information is available by contacting the appropriate American Legion Oratorical Zone Chairman.
Michigan Tuition Grant 2012-2013
Office of Scholarships and Grants, Bureau of Student Financial Assistance
P.O. Box 30462 Lansing, MI 48909
Phone: 888-4-GRANTS
Fax:
Email: treasscholgrant@michigan.gov
http://www.michigan.gov/rnistudenraid
Purpose of award: To assist undergraduate and graduate students with financial need pay for tuition at Michigan colleges and universities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Michigan residents and attend an approved Michigan college or university. Applicants must also demonstrate financial need and not be in default on an educational loan.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: September 1.
How to apply: File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Priority will be given to students who apply before September 1.
P.O. Box 30462 Lansing, MI 48909
Phone: 888-4-GRANTS
Fax:
Email: treasscholgrant@michigan.gov
http://www.michigan.gov/rnistudenraid
Purpose of award: To assist undergraduate and graduate students with financial need pay for tuition at Michigan colleges and universities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Michigan residents and attend an approved Michigan college or university. Applicants must also demonstrate financial need and not be in default on an educational loan.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: September 1.
How to apply: File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Priority will be given to students who apply before September 1.
Saturday, October 15, 2011
John and Elsa Gracik Scholarships 2012-2013
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Three Park Avenue
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 800-843-2763
Fax: 973-882-1717
Email: infocentral@asme.org
http://www.asme.org
Purpose of award: To support mechanical engineering students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be ASME student members, enrolled in an eligible accredited mechanical engineering baccalaureate program and be U.S. citizens. Selection is based on scholastic ability, financial need, character, leadership and potential contribution to the mechanical engineering profession.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 18.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Three Park Avenue
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 800-843-2763
Fax: 973-882-1717
Email: infocentral@asme.org
http://www.asme.org
Purpose of award: To support mechanical engineering students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be ASME student members, enrolled in an eligible accredited mechanical engineering baccalaureate program and be U.S. citizens. Selection is based on scholastic ability, financial need, character, leadership and potential contribution to the mechanical engineering profession.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 18.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Jerry W. Richmond Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
American Society of Extra-Corporeal Technology (AmSECT) 2209 Dickens Road
P.O. Box 11086
Richmond, VA 23230-1086
Phone: 804-565-6363
Fax: 804-282-0090
Email: patelpump@sbcglobal.net
http://www.amsect.org
Purpose of award: To support perfusion education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be current student members of AmSECT, be in a CAAHEP accredited perfusion education program, have finished 25 percent of the coursework, have a minimum 2.75 GPA and submit an application, essay and transcript.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.75
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: December 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
P.O. Box 11086
Richmond, VA 23230-1086
Phone: 804-565-6363
Fax: 804-282-0090
Email: patelpump@sbcglobal.net
http://www.amsect.org
Purpose of award: To support perfusion education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be current student members of AmSECT, be in a CAAHEP accredited perfusion education program, have finished 25 percent of the coursework, have a minimum 2.75 GPA and submit an application, essay and transcript.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.75
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: December 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
John Henry Comstock Graduate Student Awards 2012-2013
Entomological Society of America 10001 Derekwood Lane
Suite 100
Lanham, MD 20706
Phone: 301-731-4535
Fax: 301-731-4538
Email: esa@entsoc.org
http://www.entsoc.org
Purpose of award: To encourage graduate students interested in entomology to attend the Annual Meeting of the Entomological Society of America.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduate students and members of the ESA. Each ESA branch has its own eligibility requirements, so an interested student must contact their Branch Secretary-Treasurer for more information.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $100.
Number of awards: 5.
Deadline: September 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Suite 100
Lanham, MD 20706
Phone: 301-731-4535
Fax: 301-731-4538
Email: esa@entsoc.org
http://www.entsoc.org
Purpose of award: To encourage graduate students interested in entomology to attend the Annual Meeting of the Entomological Society of America.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduate students and members of the ESA. Each ESA branch has its own eligibility requirements, so an interested student must contact their Branch Secretary-Treasurer for more information.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $100.
Number of awards: 5.
Deadline: September 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
John and Muriel Landis Scholarship 2012-2013
American Nuclear Society
555 North Kensington Avenue La Grange Park, IL 60526
Phone: 708-352-6611
Fax: 708-352-0499
Email: hr@ans.org
http://www.ans.org
Purpose of award: To assist disadvantaged students to seek careers in a nuclear-related field.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students enrolled or planning to enroll in a U.S. college or university who are also planning a career in nuclear science, nuclear engineering or another nuclear-related field. High school seniors may apply. Students must have greater than average financial need. Applicants must submit applications, transcripts, sponsor forms, and three reference forms.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
555 North Kensington Avenue La Grange Park, IL 60526
Phone: 708-352-6611
Fax: 708-352-0499
Email: hr@ans.org
http://www.ans.org
Purpose of award: To assist disadvantaged students to seek careers in a nuclear-related field.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students enrolled or planning to enroll in a U.S. college or university who are also planning a career in nuclear science, nuclear engineering or another nuclear-related field. High school seniors may apply. Students must have greater than average financial need. Applicants must submit applications, transcripts, sponsor forms, and three reference forms.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
John J. McKetta Scholarship 2012-2013
American Institute of Chemical Engineers - (AIChE) 3 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 212-591-7634
Fax: 212-591-8890
Email: awards@aiche.org
http://www.aiche.org
Purpose of award: To support chemical engineering students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be chemical engineering incoming undergraduate juniors or seniors and be planning a career in the chemical engineering process industries. Applicants must also have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be attending an ABET accredited school in the U.S., Canada or Mexico. Selection is based on an essay outlining career goals, leadership in an AIChE student chapter or other university sponsored activity and letters of recommendation. Preference is given to members of AIChE.
Target applicant: College students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 212-591-7634
Fax: 212-591-8890
Email: awards@aiche.org
http://www.aiche.org
Purpose of award: To support chemical engineering students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be chemical engineering incoming undergraduate juniors or seniors and be planning a career in the chemical engineering process industries. Applicants must also have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be attending an ABET accredited school in the U.S., Canada or Mexico. Selection is based on an essay outlining career goals, leadership in an AIChE student chapter or other university sponsored activity and letters of recommendation. Preference is given to members of AIChE.
Target applicant: College students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
IDSA Undergraduate Scholarships 2012-2013
Industrial Designers Society of America
45195 Business Court
Suite 250
Dulles, VA 20166
Phone: 703-707-6000
Fax: 703-787-8501
Email: idsa@idsa.org
http://www.idsa.org
Purpose of award: To help industrial design students in their final year of schooling.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time students enrolled in an IDSA-listed program in their next-to-last year of the program, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, be members of an IDSA Student Chapter and be U.S. citizens or residents. Applicants must submit a letter of intent, 20 visual examples of their work and a transcript. Awards are based solely on the excellence of the submitted works.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 2
Deadline: May 2.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
45195 Business Court
Suite 250
Dulles, VA 20166
Phone: 703-707-6000
Fax: 703-787-8501
Email: idsa@idsa.org
http://www.idsa.org
Purpose of award: To help industrial design students in their final year of schooling.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time students enrolled in an IDSA-listed program in their next-to-last year of the program, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, be members of an IDSA Student Chapter and be U.S. citizens or residents. Applicants must submit a letter of intent, 20 visual examples of their work and a transcript. Awards are based solely on the excellence of the submitted works.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 2
Deadline: May 2.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
John S.W. Fargher Scholarship 2012-2013
Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE)
3577 Parkway Lane
Suite 200
Norcross, GA 30092
Phone: 800-494-0460
Fax: 770-441-3295
Email: bcameron@iienet.org
http://www.iienet.org/studentcenter
Purpose of award: To award graduate students in industrial engineering who have demonstrated leadership.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time graduate students with at least one full year left who are enrolled in a college in the United States with an accredited industrial engineering program. Candidates must also major in industrial engineering or engineering management and be active members who have demonstrated leadership in industrial engineering-related activities. Students may not apply directly for this scholarship and must be nominated.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: September 11.
How to apply: More information is available online.
3577 Parkway Lane
Suite 200
Norcross, GA 30092
Phone: 800-494-0460
Fax: 770-441-3295
Email: bcameron@iienet.org
http://www.iienet.org/studentcenter
Purpose of award: To award graduate students in industrial engineering who have demonstrated leadership.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time graduate students with at least one full year left who are enrolled in a college in the United States with an accredited industrial engineering program. Candidates must also major in industrial engineering or engineering management and be active members who have demonstrated leadership in industrial engineering-related activities. Students may not apply directly for this scholarship and must be nominated.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: September 11.
How to apply: More information is available online.
John L. Imhoff Scholarship 2012-2013
Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE)
3577 Parkway Lane
Suite 200
Norcross, GA 30092
Phone: 800-494-0460
Fax: 770-441-3295
Email: bcameron@iienet.org
http://www.iienet.org/studentcenter
Purpose of award: To award a student who has contributed to the development of the industrial engineering profession through international understanding.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be pursuing a B.S., master's or doctorate degree in an accredited IE program and have at least two years of school remaining. Students may not apply directly for this scholarship and must be nominated. An essay describing the candidate's international contributions to industrial engineering and three references are required. IIE membership is not required.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.4
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: More information is available online.
3577 Parkway Lane
Suite 200
Norcross, GA 30092
Phone: 800-494-0460
Fax: 770-441-3295
Email: bcameron@iienet.org
http://www.iienet.org/studentcenter
Purpose of award: To award a student who has contributed to the development of the industrial engineering profession through international understanding.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be pursuing a B.S., master's or doctorate degree in an accredited IE program and have at least two years of school remaining. Students may not apply directly for this scholarship and must be nominated. An essay describing the candidate's international contributions to industrial engineering and three references are required. IIE membership is not required.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.4
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: More information is available online.
Joseph C. Johnson Memorial Grant 2012-2013
American Society of Certified Engineering Technicians (ASCET) P.O. Box 1536
Brandon, MS 39043
Phone: 601-824-8991
Fax:
Email: general-manager@ascet.org
http://www.ascet.org
Purpose of award: To support engineering technology students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, be U.S. citizens or legal residents of the country in which they are currently living, be either a student, certified, regular, registered or associate member of the American Society of Certified Engineering Technicians (ASCET) and be full- or part-time students in an engineering technology program. Students in a two-year program should apply in the first year to receive the grant for their second year. Students in a four-year program who apply in the third year may receive the grant for their fourth year. Applicants must show financial need and submit three letters of recommendation.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $750.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Brandon, MS 39043
Phone: 601-824-8991
Fax:
Email: general-manager@ascet.org
http://www.ascet.org
Purpose of award: To support engineering technology students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, be U.S. citizens or legal residents of the country in which they are currently living, be either a student, certified, regular, registered or associate member of the American Society of Certified Engineering Technicians (ASCET) and be full- or part-time students in an engineering technology program. Students in a two-year program should apply in the first year to receive the grant for their second year. Students in a four-year program who apply in the third year may receive the grant for their fourth year. Applicants must show financial need and submit three letters of recommendation.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $750.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Johnny Davis Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
Aircraft Electronics Association
4217 South Hocker
Independence, MO 64055
Phone: 816-373-6565
Fax: 816-478-3100
Email: info@aea.net
http://www.aea.net
Purpose of award: To support students of avionics and aircraft repair
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the organization for more information.
4217 South Hocker
Independence, MO 64055
Phone: 816-373-6565
Fax: 816-478-3100
Email: info@aea.net
http://www.aea.net
Purpose of award: To support students of avionics and aircraft repair
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the organization for more information.
Joseph M. Parish Memorial Grant 2012-2013
American Society of Certified Engineering Technicians (ASCET) P.O. Box 1536
Brandon, MS 39043
Phone: 601-824-8991
Fax:
Email: general-manager@ascet.org
http://www.ascet.org
Purpose of award: To help engineering technology students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, be U.S. citizens or legal residents of the country in which they are currently living, be student members of the American Society of Certified Engineering Technicians (ASCET) and be full-time students in an engineering technology program. Applicants in a two-year program should apply in the first year to receive the grant for their second year. Students in a four-year program who apply in the third year may receive the grant for their fourth year. Applicants must show financial need. Students pursuing a BS degree in engineering are not eligible for this grant.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Brandon, MS 39043
Phone: 601-824-8991
Fax:
Email: general-manager@ascet.org
http://www.ascet.org
Purpose of award: To help engineering technology students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, be U.S. citizens or legal residents of the country in which they are currently living, be student members of the American Society of Certified Engineering Technicians (ASCET) and be full-time students in an engineering technology program. Applicants in a two-year program should apply in the first year to receive the grant for their second year. Students in a four-year program who apply in the third year may receive the grant for their fourth year. Applicants must show financial need. Students pursuing a BS degree in engineering are not eligible for this grant.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Joseph Frasca Excellence In Aviation Scholarship 2012-2013
University Aviation Association (UAA) 3410 Skyway Drive
Auburn, AL 36830
Phone: 334-844-2434
Fax: 334-844-2432
Email:
http://www.uaa.aero
Purpose of award: To encourage students to reach the highest level of achievement in their aviation studies.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be juniors or seniors enrolled at a UAA member college or university with at least a 3.0 GPA. Students must demonstrate excellence in all areas related to aviation and have FAA certification in either aviation maintenance or flight. Applicants must be a member of at least one aviation organization and be involved in aviation activities that demonstrate interest in and enthusiasm for aviation.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: April 9.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Auburn, AL 36830
Phone: 334-844-2434
Fax: 334-844-2432
Email:
http://www.uaa.aero
Purpose of award: To encourage students to reach the highest level of achievement in their aviation studies.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be juniors or seniors enrolled at a UAA member college or university with at least a 3.0 GPA. Students must demonstrate excellence in all areas related to aviation and have FAA certification in either aviation maintenance or flight. Applicants must be a member of at least one aviation organization and be involved in aviation activities that demonstrate interest in and enthusiasm for aviation.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: April 9.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Jeanne S. Chall Research Fellowship 2012-2013
International Reading Association
The Jeanne S. Chall Research Fellowship Division of Research and Policy
800 Barksdale Road, P.O. Box 8139 Newark, DE 19714
Phone: 302-731-1600
Fax: 302-731-1057
Email:
http://www.reading.org
Purpose of award: To support dissertai:ion research in reading.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be doctoral students planning or beginning their dissertation on one of the following topics in the field of reading: beginning reading, readability, reading difficulty, stages of reading development, the relation of vocabulary to reading and diagnosing and teaching adults with limited reading ability. Applicants must also be members of the International Reading Association.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $6,000.
Number of awards: 1
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
The Jeanne S. Chall Research Fellowship Division of Research and Policy
800 Barksdale Road, P.O. Box 8139 Newark, DE 19714
Phone: 302-731-1600
Fax: 302-731-1057
Email:
http://www.reading.org
Purpose of award: To support dissertai:ion research in reading.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be doctoral students planning or beginning their dissertation on one of the following topics in the field of reading: beginning reading, readability, reading difficulty, stages of reading development, the relation of vocabulary to reading and diagnosing and teaching adults with limited reading ability. Applicants must also be members of the International Reading Association.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $6,000.
Number of awards: 1
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Karen O'Neil Endowed Advanced Nursing Practice Scholarship 2012-2013
Emergency Nurses Association
915 Lee Street
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Phone: 847-460-4100
Fax: 847-460-4004
Email: foundation@ena.org
http://www.ena.org
Purpose of award: To promote advanced degrees in emergency nursing.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be nurses pursuing an advanced degree and must have been ENA members for at least 12 months before applying.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
915 Lee Street
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Phone: 847-460-4100
Fax: 847-460-4004
Email: foundation@ena.org
http://www.ena.org
Purpose of award: To promote advanced degrees in emergency nursing.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be nurses pursuing an advanced degree and must have been ENA members for at least 12 months before applying.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Junior and Senior Scholarships 2012-2013
Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)
525 W. Van Buren
Suite 1000
Chicago, IL 60607
Phone: 312-782-8424
Fax:
Email: ejplummer@ift.org
http://www.ift.org
Purpose of award: To encourage undergraduate students in food science or technology.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be college sophomores, juniors or seniors pursuing an approved program in food science or food technology. Applications, transcripts and a recommendation letter are required.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 62.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
525 W. Van Buren
Suite 1000
Chicago, IL 60607
Phone: 312-782-8424
Fax:
Email: ejplummer@ift.org
http://www.ift.org
Purpose of award: To encourage undergraduate students in food science or technology.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be college sophomores, juniors or seniors pursuing an approved program in food science or food technology. Applications, transcripts and a recommendation letter are required.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 62.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Larson Aquatic Research Support (LARS) 2012-2013
American Water Works Association
6666 W. Quincy Avenue
Denver, CO 80235-3098
Phone: 303-347-6201
Fax: 303-795-7603
Email: swheeler@awwa.org
http://www.awwa.org
Purpose of award: To support doctoral and master's students interested in careers in the fields of corrosion control, treatment and distribution of domestic and industrial water supplies, aquatic chemistry and/or environmental chemistry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must pursue an advanced (master's or doctoral) degree at an institution of higher education located in Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, Mexico or the U.S. Applications, resumes, transcripts, GRE scores, three recommendation letters and a course of study are required. Master's students also must submit a statement of educational plans and career objectives or a research plan. Ph.D. students must submit research plans. The master's grant is $5,000, and the doctoral grant is $7,000. The award is based on academics and leadership.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $7,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
6666 W. Quincy Avenue
Denver, CO 80235-3098
Phone: 303-347-6201
Fax: 303-795-7603
Email: swheeler@awwa.org
http://www.awwa.org
Purpose of award: To support doctoral and master's students interested in careers in the fields of corrosion control, treatment and distribution of domestic and industrial water supplies, aquatic chemistry and/or environmental chemistry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must pursue an advanced (master's or doctoral) degree at an institution of higher education located in Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, Mexico or the U.S. Applications, resumes, transcripts, GRE scores, three recommendation letters and a course of study are required. Master's students also must submit a statement of educational plans and career objectives or a research plan. Ph.D. students must submit research plans. The master's grant is $5,000, and the doctoral grant is $7,000. The award is based on academics and leadership.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $7,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Lee Tarbox Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
Aircraft Electronics Association
4217 South Hocker
Independence, MO 64055
Phone: 816-373-6565
Fax: 816-478-3100
Email: info@aea.net
http://www.aea.net
Purpose of award: To support students of avionics and aircraft repair.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the organization for more information.
4217 South Hocker
Independence, MO 64055
Phone: 816-373-6565
Fax: 816-478-3100
Email: info@aea.net
http://www.aea.net
Purpose of award: To support students of avionics and aircraft repair.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the organization for more information.
Leadership Development Award 2012-2013
American Association of Occupational Health Nurses (AAOHN) Foundation
2920 Brandywine Road Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30341
Phone: 770-455-7757
Fax: 770-455-7271
Email: ann@aaohn.org
http://www.aaohn.org
Purpose of award: To reward volunteer leadership development in occupational and environmental health nursing.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must work in the field of occupational and environmental health nursing and demonstrate an interest in occupational and environmental health. The funds may be used for leadership development activity/program registration, travel and/or associated travel-related expenses. Applicants must submit a narrative and letter of support from their employer.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: August 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
2920 Brandywine Road Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30341
Phone: 770-455-7757
Fax: 770-455-7271
Email: ann@aaohn.org
http://www.aaohn.org
Purpose of award: To reward volunteer leadership development in occupational and environmental health nursing.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must work in the field of occupational and environmental health nursing and demonstrate an interest in occupational and environmental health. The funds may be used for leadership development activity/program registration, travel and/or associated travel-related expenses. Applicants must submit a narrative and letter of support from their employer.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: August 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Liberty Mutual Safety Research Fellowship Program 2012-2013
American Society of Safety Engineers 1800 East Oakton Street
Des Plaines, IL 60018
Phone: 847-699-2929
Fax: 847-768-3434
Email: yueng-hsiang.huang@libertymutual.com
http://www.asse.org
Purpose of award: To award research fellowships to promote safety research.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens and either have their Ph.D. or be working toward a masters or Ph.D. Preference is given to applicants working within an ABET-accredited safety program. The selection committee prefers applied safety/health research with a broad appeal and gives special consideration to ASSE members. Recipients must spend four to six weeks during the summer at the Liberty Mutual Research Center, in Hopkinton, MA, and write an article on their research or an outline for a grant proposal to continue the research.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $9,500 stipend.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Des Plaines, IL 60018
Phone: 847-699-2929
Fax: 847-768-3434
Email: yueng-hsiang.huang@libertymutual.com
http://www.asse.org
Purpose of award: To award research fellowships to promote safety research.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens and either have their Ph.D. or be working toward a masters or Ph.D. Preference is given to applicants working within an ABET-accredited safety program. The selection committee prefers applied safety/health research with a broad appeal and gives special consideration to ASSE members. Recipients must spend four to six weeks during the summer at the Liberty Mutual Research Center, in Hopkinton, MA, and write an article on their research or an outline for a grant proposal to continue the research.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $9,500 stipend.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Len Assante Scholarship Fund 2012-2013
National Ground Water Association
601 Dempsey Road
Westerville, OH 43081-8978
Phone: 800-551-7379
Fax: 614-898-7786
Email: ngwa@ngwa.org
http://www.ngwa.org
Purpose of award: To support students in fields related to the ground water industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school graduates or college students with a minimum 2.5 GPA who are studying fields related to the ground water industry including geology, hydrology, hydrogeology. environmental sciences or microbiology or well drilling two-year associate degree programs.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by mail or e-mail.
601 Dempsey Road
Westerville, OH 43081-8978
Phone: 800-551-7379
Fax: 614-898-7786
Email: ngwa@ngwa.org
http://www.ngwa.org
Purpose of award: To support students in fields related to the ground water industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school graduates or college students with a minimum 2.5 GPA who are studying fields related to the ground water industry including geology, hydrology, hydrogeology. environmental sciences or microbiology or well drilling two-year associate degree programs.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by mail or e-mail.
Long-Term Member Sponsored Scholarship 2012-2013
Society of Automotive Engineers
400 Commonwealth Drive
Warrendale, PA 15096
Phone: 724-776-4841
Fax: 724-776-5760
Email: connie@sae.org
http://www.sae.org
Purpose of award: This scholarship recognizes outstanding SAE student members who actively support SAE and its activities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be college juniors and student members of SAE, major in engineering and actively support SAE and its programs. The scholarship will be awarded purely on the basis of the student's support for SAE and its programs.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
400 Commonwealth Drive
Warrendale, PA 15096
Phone: 724-776-4841
Fax: 724-776-5760
Email: connie@sae.org
http://www.sae.org
Purpose of award: This scholarship recognizes outstanding SAE student members who actively support SAE and its activities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be college juniors and student members of SAE, major in engineering and actively support SAE and its programs. The scholarship will be awarded purely on the basis of the student's support for SAE and its programs.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Lisa Zaken Award For Excellence 2012-2013
Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE)
3577 Parkway Lane
Suite 200
Norcross, GA 30092
Phone: 800-494-0460
Fax: 770-441-3295
Email: bcameron@iienet.org
http://www.iienet.org/studentcenter
Purpose of award: To award excellence in scholarly activities and leadership related to the industrial engineering profession on campus.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students with at least one year remaining, major in industrial engineering and be active members who have been leaders in IIE. Students may not apply directly for this scholarship and must be nominated. The award is based on academic ability and leadership related to industrial engineering.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $600.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Nomination forms are available online.
3577 Parkway Lane
Suite 200
Norcross, GA 30092
Phone: 800-494-0460
Fax: 770-441-3295
Email: bcameron@iienet.org
http://www.iienet.org/studentcenter
Purpose of award: To award excellence in scholarly activities and leadership related to the industrial engineering profession on campus.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students with at least one year remaining, major in industrial engineering and be active members who have been leaders in IIE. Students may not apply directly for this scholarship and must be nominated. The award is based on academic ability and leadership related to industrial engineering.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $600.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Nomination forms are available online.
LULAC GM Fund 2012-2013
League of United Latin American Citizens 2000 L Street NW
Suite 610
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-835-9646
Fax: 202-835-9685
Email: scholarships@lnesc.org
http://www.lnesc.org
Purpose of award: To aid minority engineering students With completing college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be minority full-time college students and must major or plan to major in courses leading to an engineering career. Selection is based on academics, engineering skills, writing ability, extracurricular activities and community service. Applicants must have a college grade point average of at least 3.2, or for entering freshman, must have a high school grade point average of at least 3.5. Entering freshman must have also scored at least 23 on the ACT test (composite) or at least 970 on the SAT test (verbal & math).
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.2
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 20. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: July 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Suite 610
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-835-9646
Fax: 202-835-9685
Email: scholarships@lnesc.org
http://www.lnesc.org
Purpose of award: To aid minority engineering students With completing college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be minority full-time college students and must major or plan to major in courses leading to an engineering career. Selection is based on academics, engineering skills, writing ability, extracurricular activities and community service. Applicants must have a college grade point average of at least 3.2, or for entering freshman, must have a high school grade point average of at least 3.5. Entering freshman must have also scored at least 23 on the ACT test (composite) or at least 970 on the SAT test (verbal & math).
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.2
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 20. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: July 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Lowell Gaylor Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
Aircraft Electronics Association
4217 South Hocker
Independence, MO 64055
Phone: 816-373-6565
Fax: 816-478-3100
Email: info@aea.net
http://www.aea.net
Purpose of award: To support students of avionics and aircraft repair.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the organization for more information.
4217 South Hocker
Independence, MO 64055
Phone: 816-373-6565
Fax: 816-478-3100
Email: info@aea.net
http://www.aea.net
Purpose of award: To support students of avionics and aircraft repair.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the organization for more information.
Louis Agassiz Fuertes Award 2012-2013
Wilson Ornithological Society
Dr. Robert B. Payne
Museum of Zoology, University of Michigan 1109 Gedes Avenue
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Phone:
Fax:
Email: rbpayne@umich.edu
http://www. wilsonsociety.org
Purpose of award: To support ornitholigists' research.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be students or young professionals doing avian research. Applicants must be willing to report their research results at an annual meeting of the Wilson Ornithological Society.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Dr. Robert B. Payne
Museum of Zoology, University of Michigan 1109 Gedes Avenue
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Phone:
Fax:
Email: rbpayne@umich.edu
http://www. wilsonsociety.org
Purpose of award: To support ornitholigists' research.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be students or young professionals doing avian research. Applicants must be willing to report their research results at an annual meeting of the Wilson Ornithological Society.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Joel Polsky Academic Achievement Award 2012-2013
American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) Educational Foundation Inc.
608 Massachusetts Avenue NE Washington, DC 20002-6006
Phone: 202-546-3480
Fax: 202-546-3240
Email:
http://www.asid.org
Purpose of award: To recognize an interior design student's project.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students in interior design and should submit entry forms and projects such as research papers or doctoral and master's theses that focus on interior design topics. The projects are judged on content, breadth of material, coverage of the topic, innovative subject matter, bibliography and references. The society may exhibit any entry for two years.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1
Deadline: May 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
608 Massachusetts Avenue NE Washington, DC 20002-6006
Phone: 202-546-3480
Fax: 202-546-3240
Email:
http://www.asid.org
Purpose of award: To recognize an interior design student's project.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students in interior design and should submit entry forms and projects such as research papers or doctoral and master's theses that focus on interior design topics. The projects are judged on content, breadth of material, coverage of the topic, innovative subject matter, bibliography and references. The society may exhibit any entry for two years.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1
Deadline: May 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Apple Scholars Program 2012-2013
Apple Computer Inc.
1 Infinite Loop
Cupertino, CA 95014
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://education.apple.com/scholars/
Purpose of award: To provide cash scholarships and technological equipment' to students who have demonstrated a prolific use of technology in their schoolwork.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants are evaluated on academic achievement, application of technology, future plans to implement technology and ability to articulate the importance of digital media in academia. The competition is open to all U.S. high school seniors who will be enrolled in a two- or four-year accredited college/university. Apple employees, their families and/or affiliates are not eligible.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 10
Deadline: May 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online and may be submitted online or by mail.
1 Infinite Loop
Cupertino, CA 95014
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://education.apple.com/scholars/
Purpose of award: To provide cash scholarships and technological equipment' to students who have demonstrated a prolific use of technology in their schoolwork.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants are evaluated on academic achievement, application of technology, future plans to implement technology and ability to articulate the importance of digital media in academia. The competition is open to all U.S. high school seniors who will be enrolled in a two- or four-year accredited college/university. Apple employees, their families and/or affiliates are not eligible.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 10
Deadline: May 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online and may be submitted online or by mail.
Marshall E. McCullough Scholarship 2012-2013
National Dairy Shrine
1224 Alton Darby Creek Road Columbus, OH 43228-9792
Phone: 614-878-5333
Fax: 614-870-2622
Email: shrine@cobaselect.com
http://www.dairyshrine.org
Purpose of award: To support students who plan careers in agricultural¬related communications.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors planning to enter a four-year university with intent to major in the dairy or animal sciences with a communications emphasis or agricultural journalism with a dairy or animal science emphasis, and they must intend to work in the dairy industry following graduation.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$2,500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
1224 Alton Darby Creek Road Columbus, OH 43228-9792
Phone: 614-878-5333
Fax: 614-870-2622
Email: shrine@cobaselect.com
http://www.dairyshrine.org
Purpose of award: To support students who plan careers in agricultural¬related communications.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors planning to enter a four-year university with intent to major in the dairy or animal sciences with a communications emphasis or agricultural journalism with a dairy or animal science emphasis, and they must intend to work in the dairy industry following graduation.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$2,500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Marliave Fund 2012-2013
Association of Engineering Geologists Foundation Marliave Fund Paul Santi, Department of Geology and Geological Engineering Colorado School of Mines
Berthoud Hall
Golden, CO 80401
Phone: 303-273-3108
Fax:
Email: psanti@mines.edu
http://www.aegfoundation.org
Purpose of award: To reward outstanding students in engineering geology and geological engineering.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be seniors or graduate students in a college or university program directly applicable to geological engineering and be members of the Association of Engineering Geologists.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by written request.
Berthoud Hall
Golden, CO 80401
Phone: 303-273-3108
Fax:
Email: psanti@mines.edu
http://www.aegfoundation.org
Purpose of award: To reward outstanding students in engineering geology and geological engineering.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be seniors or graduate students in a college or university program directly applicable to geological engineering and be members of the Association of Engineering Geologists.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by written request.
Marvin Mundel Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE)
3577 Parkway Lane
Suite 200
Norcross, GA 30092
Phone: 800-494-0460
Fax: 770-441-3295
Email: bcameron@iienet.org
http://www.iienet.org/studentcenter
Purpose of award: To assist undergraduate engineering students with an interest in work measurement and methods engineering.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time undergraduate students enrolled in a college in the United States, Canada or Mexico with an accredited industrial engineering program, major in industrial engineering and be active members. Students may not apply directly for this scholarship and must be nominated. The award is based on academic ability, character, leadership, potential service to the industrial engineering profession and financial need. Preference is given to students with a demonstrated interest in work measurement and methods engineering.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.4
Amount: $600.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Nomination forms are available online.
3577 Parkway Lane
Suite 200
Norcross, GA 30092
Phone: 800-494-0460
Fax: 770-441-3295
Email: bcameron@iienet.org
http://www.iienet.org/studentcenter
Purpose of award: To assist undergraduate engineering students with an interest in work measurement and methods engineering.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time undergraduate students enrolled in a college in the United States, Canada or Mexico with an accredited industrial engineering program, major in industrial engineering and be active members. Students may not apply directly for this scholarship and must be nominated. The award is based on academic ability, character, leadership, potential service to the industrial engineering profession and financial need. Preference is given to students with a demonstrated interest in work measurement and methods engineering.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.4
Amount: $600.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Nomination forms are available online.
Masonic-Range Science Scholarship 2012-2013
Society for Range Management (SRM)
10030 W. 27th Avenue
Wheat Ridge, CO 80215-6601
Phone: 303-986-3309
Fax: 303-986-3892
Email: vskiff@rangelands.org
http://www.rangelands.org
Purpose of award: To help a high school senior, college freshman or college sophomore majoring in range science or a closely related field.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be sponsored by a member of the Society for Range Management (SRM), the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) or the Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS). Applicants must also submit an application form, transcript, SAT or ACT scores and two letters of reference.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
10030 W. 27th Avenue
Wheat Ridge, CO 80215-6601
Phone: 303-986-3309
Fax: 303-986-3892
Email: vskiff@rangelands.org
http://www.rangelands.org
Purpose of award: To help a high school senior, college freshman or college sophomore majoring in range science or a closely related field.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be sponsored by a member of the Society for Range Management (SRM), the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) or the Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS). Applicants must also submit an application form, transcript, SAT or ACT scores and two letters of reference.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Mary Opal Wolanin Scholarship 2012-2013
National Gerontological Nursing Association (NGNA) 7794 Grow Drive
Pensacola, FL 32514-7072
Phone: 800-723-0560
Fax: 850-484-8762
Email:
http://www.ngna.org
Purpose of award: To award gerontology and geriatric nursing undergraduate and graduate students.
Eligibility requirements: For the undergraduate scholarship, applicants must be full- or part-time nursing students in an accredited U.S. school of nursing and must plan to work in a gerontology or geriatric setting. For the graduate scholarship, applicants must be nursing students with a major in gerontology or geriatric nursing at an accredited U.S. nursing program and carry a minimum of six credits. Applicants must submit two recommendation letters, transcripts, professional/educational statements and financial statements.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Pensacola, FL 32514-7072
Phone: 800-723-0560
Fax: 850-484-8762
Email:
http://www.ngna.org
Purpose of award: To award gerontology and geriatric nursing undergraduate and graduate students.
Eligibility requirements: For the undergraduate scholarship, applicants must be full- or part-time nursing students in an accredited U.S. school of nursing and must plan to work in a gerontology or geriatric setting. For the graduate scholarship, applicants must be nursing students with a major in gerontology or geriatric nursing at an accredited U.S. nursing program and carry a minimum of six credits. Applicants must submit two recommendation letters, transcripts, professional/educational statements and financial statements.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Mary Gibbon Scholarship 2012-2013
American Society of Extra-Corporeal Technology (AmSECT) 2209 Dickens Road
P.O. Box 11086
Richmond, VA 23230-1086
Phone: 804-565-6363
Fax: 804-282-0090
Email: patelpump@sbcglobal.net
http://www.amsect.org
Purpose of award: To support perfusion education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be current student members of AmSECT, be in a CAAHEP accredited perfusion education program, have finished 50 percent of the coursework, have a minimum 2.5 GPA and submit an application, essay and transcript.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: December 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
P.O. Box 11086
Richmond, VA 23230-1086
Phone: 804-565-6363
Fax: 804-282-0090
Email: patelpump@sbcglobal.net
http://www.amsect.org
Purpose of award: To support perfusion education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be current student members of AmSECT, be in a CAAHEP accredited perfusion education program, have finished 50 percent of the coursework, have a minimum 2.5 GPA and submit an application, essay and transcript.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: December 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
McNeil Rural Health Scholarship 2012-2013
National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) 20 Brace Road
Suite 200
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-2634
Phone: 856-857-9700
Fax: 856-857-1600
Email: info@napnap.org
http://www.napnap.org
Purpose of award: To improve pediatric health care provided by pediatric nurse practitioners.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in a full-time master's degree PNP program, plan to work in a rural area for two years after graduating, be a registered nurse with one year of pediatrics experience (other experience may be considered), have financial need and be a NAPNAP member. An application and RN license are required.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $20,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: June 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Suite 200
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-2634
Phone: 856-857-9700
Fax: 856-857-1600
Email: info@napnap.org
http://www.napnap.org
Purpose of award: To improve pediatric health care provided by pediatric nurse practitioners.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in a full-time master's degree PNP program, plan to work in a rural area for two years after graduating, be a registered nurse with one year of pediatrics experience (other experience may be considered), have financial need and be a NAPNAP member. An application and RN license are required.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $20,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: June 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
McAllister Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
AOPA Air Safety Foundation
421 Aviation Way
Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-695-2000
Fax: 301-695-2375
Email: aopahq@aopa.org
http://www.aopa.org
Purpose of award: To assist students in non-engineering aviation programs.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be college juniors or seniors and have at least one semester or quarter to be completed, have a minimum 3.25 GPA and be enrolled in a baccalaureate level, non¬engineering aviation degree program at a four-year institution. Applicants must also submit an essay on a topic posted on the website.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.25
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
421 Aviation Way
Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-695-2000
Fax: 301-695-2375
Email: aopahq@aopa.org
http://www.aopa.org
Purpose of award: To assist students in non-engineering aviation programs.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be college juniors or seniors and have at least one semester or quarter to be completed, have a minimum 3.25 GPA and be enrolled in a baccalaureate level, non¬engineering aviation degree program at a four-year institution. Applicants must also submit an essay on a topic posted on the website.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.25
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Medical Student Summer Research Training in Aging Program 2012-2013
American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR) 70 West 40th Street, 11th Floor
New York, NY 10018
Phone: 212-703-9977
Fax: 212-997-0330
Email: grants@afar.org
http://www.afar.org
Purpose of award: To support early medical students who demonstrate an interest in geriatric medicine or age-related research with an opportunity to serve under top experts in the field.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be osteopathic or allopathic students who have completed at least one year of medical school at a U.S. institution. Students must have a faculty sponsor from their home institution. The program lasts 8 to 12 weeks, and monthly stipends are provided.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $5,193.
Number of awards: 120.
Deadline: February 7.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
New York, NY 10018
Phone: 212-703-9977
Fax: 212-997-0330
Email: grants@afar.org
http://www.afar.org
Purpose of award: To support early medical students who demonstrate an interest in geriatric medicine or age-related research with an opportunity to serve under top experts in the field.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be osteopathic or allopathic students who have completed at least one year of medical school at a U.S. institution. Students must have a faculty sponsor from their home institution. The program lasts 8 to 12 weeks, and monthly stipends are provided.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $5,193.
Number of awards: 120.
Deadline: February 7.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
John Lennon Scholarship Competition 2012-2013
BMI Foundation Inc.
320 W. 57th Street
New York, NY 10019
Phone: 212-586-2000
Fax:
Email: info@bmifoundation.org
http://www.bmifoundation.org
Purpose of award: Established in 1997 by Yoko Ono in conjunction with the BMI Foundation, the John Lennon Scholarship recognizes the talent of young songwriters.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be age 15 to 25 and write an original song to be reviewed by a prestigious panel of judges. Entries are to be submitted by music schools, universities, youth orchestras and the Music Educators National Conference (MENC).
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000-$10,000.
Number of awards: 3
Deadline: January 26.
How to apply: Please see the website for a full list of eligible organizations that may submit entries.
320 W. 57th Street
New York, NY 10019
Phone: 212-586-2000
Fax:
Email: info@bmifoundation.org
http://www.bmifoundation.org
Purpose of award: Established in 1997 by Yoko Ono in conjunction with the BMI Foundation, the John Lennon Scholarship recognizes the talent of young songwriters.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be age 15 to 25 and write an original song to be reviewed by a prestigious panel of judges. Entries are to be submitted by music schools, universities, youth orchestras and the Music Educators National Conference (MENC).
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000-$10,000.
Number of awards: 3
Deadline: January 26.
How to apply: Please see the website for a full list of eligible organizations that may submit entries.
Medtronic Physio-Control Advanced Nursing Practice Scholarship 2012-2013
Emergency Nurses Association
915 Lee Street
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Phone: 847-460-4100
Fax: 847-460-4004
Email: foundation@ena.org
http://www.ena.org
Purpose of award: Monetary assistance for an advanced degree is awarded to an emergency nurse. Priority is given to those pursuing careers in cardiac nursing.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be nurses pursuing advanced clinical practice degrees to become clinical nurse specialists or nurse practitioners. Preference is given to applicants focusing on cardiac nursing. Applicants must have been ENA members for at least 12 months before applying.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
915 Lee Street
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Phone: 847-460-4100
Fax: 847-460-4004
Email: foundation@ena.org
http://www.ena.org
Purpose of award: Monetary assistance for an advanced degree is awarded to an emergency nurse. Priority is given to those pursuing careers in cardiac nursing.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be nurses pursuing advanced clinical practice degrees to become clinical nurse specialists or nurse practitioners. Preference is given to applicants focusing on cardiac nursing. Applicants must have been ENA members for at least 12 months before applying.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Melvin R. Green Scholarships 2012-2013
American Society of Mechanical Engineers Three Park Avenue
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 800-843-2763
Fax: 973-882-1717
Email: infocentral@asme.org
http://www.asme.org
Purpose of award: To support mechanical engineering students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have outstanding character and integrity, be ASME student members, be enrolled in an eligible accredited mechanical engineering baccalaureate program, be college juniors or seniors and have strong academic performance.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,500.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 800-843-2763
Fax: 973-882-1717
Email: infocentral@asme.org
http://www.asme.org
Purpose of award: To support mechanical engineering students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have outstanding character and integrity, be ASME student members, be enrolled in an eligible accredited mechanical engineering baccalaureate program, be college juniors or seniors and have strong academic performance.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,500.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Members-at-Large Reentry Award 2012-2013
Iota Sigma Pi (ISP)
Dr. Joanne Bedlek-Anslow, MAL Coordinator Camden High School, Science
1022 Ehrenclou Drive
Camden, SC 29020
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.iotasigmapi.info
Purpose of award: To recognize potential achievement in chemistry and related fields for a woman undergraduate or graduate student who has been absent from academia for at least three years.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be female undergraduate or graduate students at an accredited four-year institution and be nominated by a faculty member or an Iota Sigma Pi member.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 20.
How to apply: Application information is available online.
Dr. Joanne Bedlek-Anslow, MAL Coordinator Camden High School, Science
1022 Ehrenclou Drive
Camden, SC 29020
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.iotasigmapi.info
Purpose of award: To recognize potential achievement in chemistry and related fields for a woman undergraduate or graduate student who has been absent from academia for at least three years.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be female undergraduate or graduate students at an accredited four-year institution and be nominated by a faculty member or an Iota Sigma Pi member.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 20.
How to apply: Application information is available online.
Thursday, October 13, 2011
NIADA Scholarship 2012-2013
National Independent Automobile Dealers Association 2521 Brown Boulevard
Arlington, TX 76006-5203
Phone: 817-640-3838
Fax: 817-649-5866
Email: rachel@niada.com
http://www.niada.com
Purpose of award: To support high school seniors with academic achievement and ties to NIADA members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be the son, daughter or grandchild of a NIADA member, have an excellent high school academic record and have high SAT or ACT scores. Applications, transcripts, test scores and a maximum of five recommendation letters are required.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 4.
Deadline: January 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online and should be submitted to the state association.
Arlington, TX 76006-5203
Phone: 817-640-3838
Fax: 817-649-5866
Email: rachel@niada.com
http://www.niada.com
Purpose of award: To support high school seniors with academic achievement and ties to NIADA members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be the son, daughter or grandchild of a NIADA member, have an excellent high school academic record and have high SAT or ACT scores. Applications, transcripts, test scores and a maximum of five recommendation letters are required.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 4.
Deadline: January 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online and should be submitted to the state association.
National Scholars and Awards Program 2012-2013
Girls Inc.
120 Wall Street
New York, NY 10005
Phone: 800-374-4475
Fax:
Email:
http://www.girlsinc.org
Purpose of award: To support young members of Girls Incorporated.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be young women who are in their junior or senior year of high school and members of a Girls Incorporated affiliate.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.
120 Wall Street
New York, NY 10005
Phone: 800-374-4475
Fax:
Email:
http://www.girlsinc.org
Purpose of award: To support young members of Girls Incorporated.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be young women who are in their junior or senior year of high school and members of a Girls Incorporated affiliate.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.
Opportunity Scholarships for Lutheran Laywomen 2012-2013
Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America 8765 W. Higgins Road
Chicago, IL 60631
Phone: 800-638-3522 x2730
Fax: 773-380-2419
Email: women.elca@elca.org
http://www.womenoftheelca.org
Purpose of award: To assist Lutheran women in studying for careers other than ordained ministry. To assist Lutheran women in studying for careers other than ordained ministry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church and at least 21 years of age. They must also have had an interruption in education of two years or more since graduating from high school.
Target applicant: 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.
Chicago, IL 60631
Phone: 800-638-3522 x2730
Fax: 773-380-2419
Email: women.elca@elca.org
http://www.womenoftheelca.org
Purpose of award: To assist Lutheran women in studying for careers other than ordained ministry. To assist Lutheran women in studying for careers other than ordained ministry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church and at least 21 years of age. They must also have had an interruption in education of two years or more since graduating from high school.
Target applicant: 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.
Oliver and Esther R. Howard Scholarship 2012-2013
Fleet Reserve Association
FRA 'Scholarship Administrator 125 N. West Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 800-372-1924
Fax:
Email:
http://www.fra.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial aid to the dependent children of FRA members or LA FRA members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be the dependent children of members of either the Fleet Reserve Association or the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Fleet Reserve Association who are in good standing. This scholarship is alternated between male and female recipients each year (males - odd years) (females - even years). Recipients must be high school seniors or college undergraduates pursuing undergraduate degrees and are selected on the basis of academic record, financial need, leadership skills and character.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
FRA 'Scholarship Administrator 125 N. West Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 800-372-1924
Fax:
Email:
http://www.fra.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial aid to the dependent children of FRA members or LA FRA members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be the dependent children of members of either the Fleet Reserve Association or the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Fleet Reserve Association who are in good standing. This scholarship is alternated between male and female recipients each year (males - odd years) (females - even years). Recipients must be high school seniors or college undergraduates pursuing undergraduate degrees and are selected on the basis of academic record, financial need, leadership skills and character.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship 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 fellowships for Phi Kappa Phi members entering their first year of graduate or professional studies.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants may enter any professional or graduate field and must not have completed one full term of graduate study. Selection is based on academic achievement, service, leadership, letters of recommendation, personal statement and career goals.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 60.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
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 fellowships for Phi Kappa Phi members entering their first year of graduate or professional studies.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants may enter any professional or graduate field and must not have completed one full term of graduate study. Selection is based on academic achievement, service, leadership, letters of recommendation, personal statement and career goals.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 60.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Outstanding Scouts Awards 2012-2103
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 recognize outstanding Boy Scouts and support the common bonds between the Boy Scouts of America and the VFW: belief in God, respect for others, honesty and patriotism.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be nominated as the top Scout by a VFW organization.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
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 recognize outstanding Boy Scouts and support the common bonds between the Boy Scouts of America and the VFW: belief in God, respect for others, honesty and patriotism.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be nominated as the top Scout by a VFW organization.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Professional and Technical Engineers. International Federation Scholarship 2012-2013
International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers 8630 Fenton Street
Suite 400
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Phone: 301-565-9016
Fax: 301-565-0018
Email:
http://www.ifpte.org
Purpose of award: To offer scholarships to the children and grandchildren of IFPTE members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors who are the children or grandchildren of IFPTE members.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by fax, phone or written request.
Suite 400
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Phone: 301-565-9016
Fax: 301-565-0018
Email:
http://www.ifpte.org
Purpose of award: To offer scholarships to the children and grandchildren of IFPTE members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors who are the children or grandchildren of IFPTE members.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by fax, phone or written request.
Power Systems Professional Scholarship 2012-2013
National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Foundation 1885 Bob Johnson Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Phone: 800-815-6826
Fax: 719-632-6367
Email: nsca@nsca-lift.org
http://www.nsca-lift.org
Purpose of award: To support students interested in becoming strength and conditioning coaches.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students and be working under a coach in the school's athletic department. Applicants must be members of the National Strength and Conditioning Association for one year prior to applying for a scholarship. Applications must include a resume, transcript, personal essay and letter from the head strength coach. The application must also be submitted by the head strength coach.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Phone: 800-815-6826
Fax: 719-632-6367
Email: nsca@nsca-lift.org
http://www.nsca-lift.org
Purpose of award: To support students interested in becoming strength and conditioning coaches.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students and be working under a coach in the school's athletic department. Applicants must be members of the National Strength and Conditioning Association for one year prior to applying for a scholarship. Applications must include a resume, transcript, personal essay and letter from the head strength coach. The application must also be submitted by the head strength coach.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Racial/Ethnic History Research Grant 2012-2013
General Commission on Archives and History, The United Methodist Church
P.O. Box 127
36 Madison Avenue Madison, NJ 07940
Phone: 973-408-3189
Fax: 973-408-3909
Email: research@gcah.org
http://www.gcah.org
Purpose of award: To promote excellence in research and writing in the history of Asians, Blacks, Hispanics and Native Americans in The United Methodist Church.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must submit an application in English which includes biographical information, a detailed description of the project, the expected date of completion, a budget and letters of recommendation.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $750-$1,500.
Number of awards: 1-2.
Deadline: December 31.
How to apply: Submit materials to the General Secretary at the address listed.
P.O. Box 127
36 Madison Avenue Madison, NJ 07940
Phone: 973-408-3189
Fax: 973-408-3909
Email: research@gcah.org
http://www.gcah.org
Purpose of award: To promote excellence in research and writing in the history of Asians, Blacks, Hispanics and Native Americans in The United Methodist Church.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must submit an application in English which includes biographical information, a detailed description of the project, the expected date of completion, a budget and letters of recommendation.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $750-$1,500.
Number of awards: 1-2.
Deadline: December 31.
How to apply: Submit materials to the General Secretary at the address listed.
Pryor Fellowships 2012-2013
Alpha Chi
Harding University Box 12249 915 E. Market Avenue
Searcy, AR 72149-2249
Phone: 800-477-4225
Fax: 501-279-4589
Email: dorgan@harding.edu
http://www.harding.edu/alphachi/scholarships.htm
Purpose of award: To assist alumni and graduate Alpha Chi members who are seeking doctoral, master's or first professional degrees.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Alpha Chi members who are enrolled full-time in a doctoral, terminal master's or first professional degree program.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Harding University Box 12249 915 E. Market Avenue
Searcy, AR 72149-2249
Phone: 800-477-4225
Fax: 501-279-4589
Email: dorgan@harding.edu
http://www.harding.edu/alphachi/scholarships.htm
Purpose of award: To assist alumni and graduate Alpha Chi members who are seeking doctoral, master's or first professional degrees.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Alpha Chi members who are enrolled full-time in a doctoral, terminal master's or first professional degree program.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Stacey Scholarship Fund 2012-2013
John F. and Anna Lee Stacey Scholarship Fund
1700 N .E. 63rd Street .
Oklahoma City, OK 73111
Phone: 405-478-2250
Fax: 405-478-4714
Email:
http://www.cowboyhalloffatne.org
Purpose of award: To educate young men and women who aim to enter the art profession.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 35 and must submit not more than 10 35mm slides of their painting or drawing work for judging along with a letter outlining the applicants' ambitions and plans. Letters of recommendation will also be taken into account during selection.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $10,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
1700 N .E. 63rd Street .
Oklahoma City, OK 73111
Phone: 405-478-2250
Fax: 405-478-4714
Email:
http://www.cowboyhalloffatne.org
Purpose of award: To educate young men and women who aim to enter the art profession.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 35 and must submit not more than 10 35mm slides of their painting or drawing work for judging along with a letter outlining the applicants' ambitions and plans. Letters of recommendation will also be taken into account during selection.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $10,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Richard F. Walsh. Alfred W. DiTolla. Harold P. Spivak Foundation Award 2012-2013
International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Artists and Allied Crafts of the U.S.
1430 Broadway
20th Floor
New York, NY 10018
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.iatse-incl.org
Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for the children of IATSE members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be the sons or daughters of IATSE members in good standing, be high school seniors and apply for admission to an accredited college or university full-time leading towards a bachelor's degree.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,750.
Number of awards: 2. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: December 31.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request (through an online form).
1430 Broadway
20th Floor
New York, NY 10018
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.iatse-incl.org
Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for the children of IATSE members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be the sons or daughters of IATSE members in good standing, be high school seniors and apply for admission to an accredited college or university full-time leading towards a bachelor's degree.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,750.
Number of awards: 2. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: December 31.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request (through an online form).
Rev. Dr. Karen Layman Gift of Hope 21st Century Scholars Program 2012-2013
United Methodist Church
Office of Loans and Scholarships
P.O. Box 340007
Nashville, TN 37203
Phone: 615-340-7344
Fax: 615-340-7367
Email: umscholar@gbhem.org
http://www.gbhem.org
Purpose of award: To support students who have demonstrated leadership within the United Methodist Church.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have been members of the United Methodist Church for at least three years. They must be full-time undergraduates with at least a 3.0 GPA.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Office of Loans and Scholarships
P.O. Box 340007
Nashville, TN 37203
Phone: 615-340-7344
Fax: 615-340-7367
Email: umscholar@gbhem.org
http://www.gbhem.org
Purpose of award: To support students who have demonstrated leadership within the United Methodist Church.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have been members of the United Methodist Church for at least three years. They must be full-time undergraduates with at least a 3.0 GPA.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Robert G. Porter Scholars Program 2012-2013
American Federation of Teachers
555 New Jersey Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202-879-4400
Fax:
Email:
http://www.aft.org
Purpose of award: To provide grants to AFT members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be AFT members who have been in good standing for at least one year and intend to pursue courses in their field of work. Applicants must submit an essay on a labor-related topic.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 10.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.
555 New Jersey Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202-879-4400
Fax:
Email:
http://www.aft.org
Purpose of award: To provide grants to AFT members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be AFT members who have been in good standing for at least one year and intend to pursue courses in their field of work. Applicants must submit an essay on a labor-related topic.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 10.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.
Robert G. Porter Scholars Program 2013-3014
American Federation of Teachers
555 New Jersey Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202-879-4400
Fax:
Email:
http://www.aft.org
Purpose of award: To provide scholarships to AFT members' dependents.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors. The award is merit-based and will consider academics, community service and performance on the required labor-related essay. Applicants' parents or guardians must be AFT members for at least one year.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $8,000.
Number of awards: 4. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.
555 New Jersey Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202-879-4400
Fax:
Email:
http://www.aft.org
Purpose of award: To provide scholarships to AFT members' dependents.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors. The award is merit-based and will consider academics, community service and performance on the required labor-related essay. Applicants' parents or guardians must be AFT members for at least one year.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $8,000.
Number of awards: 4. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.
Rosalie Bentzinger Scholarship 2012-2013
United Methodist Church
Office of Loans and Scholarships
P.O. Box 340007
Nashville, TN 37203
Phone: 615-340-7344
Fax: 615-340-7367
Email: umscholar@gbhem.org
http://www.gbhem.org
Purpose of award: To support United Methodist students who are pursuing doctoral degrees in Christian education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be attending a graduate school of theology which is approved by the University Senate. They must be full-time students with at least a B+ grade average. Students must have been members of the United Methodist Church for at least three years, and they must have attained one of the following positions: deacon in full connection, diaconal minister or deaconess.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.3
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Office of Loans and Scholarships
P.O. Box 340007
Nashville, TN 37203
Phone: 615-340-7344
Fax: 615-340-7367
Email: umscholar@gbhem.org
http://www.gbhem.org
Purpose of award: To support United Methodist students who are pursuing doctoral degrees in Christian education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be attending a graduate school of theology which is approved by the University Senate. They must be full-time students with at least a B+ grade average. Students must have been members of the United Methodist Church for at least three years, and they must have attained one of the following positions: deacon in full connection, diaconal minister or deaconess.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.3
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Ronald Reagan Leadership Award 2012-2013
Tau Kappa Epsilon Educational Foundation
8645 Founders Road
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Phone: 317-872-6533
Fax: 317-875-8353
Email: tef@tke.org
http://www.tkefoundation.org
Purpose of award: To honor Ronald Reagan's dedication and loyalty as a Tau Kappa Epsilon member.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be initiated Tau Kappa Epsilon members in good standing and full-time students. Applicants must also have a GPA of at least 3.0 and demonstrate leadership in their chapter, campus and community. A statement describing how they have benefited from TKE membership is required.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 16.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
8645 Founders Road
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Phone: 317-872-6533
Fax: 317-875-8353
Email: tef@tke.org
http://www.tkefoundation.org
Purpose of award: To honor Ronald Reagan's dedication and loyalty as a Tau Kappa Epsilon member.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be initiated Tau Kappa Epsilon members in good standing and full-time students. Applicants must also have a GPA of at least 3.0 and demonstrate leadership in their chapter, campus and community. A statement describing how they have benefited from TKE membership is required.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 16.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
S. Frank Bud Raftery Scholarship 2012-2013
International Union of Painters and Allied Trades of the United States and Canada
1750 New York Avenue NW Washington, DC 20006
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.iupat.org
Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for the children of IUPAT members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be the children or legally¬adopted dependents of an IUPAT member in good standing. Selection is based on a 1,000- to 2,000-word essay on a subject chosen by the JUPAT.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 10.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.
1750 New York Avenue NW Washington, DC 20006
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.iupat.org
Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for the children of IUPAT members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be the children or legally¬adopted dependents of an IUPAT member in good standing. Selection is based on a 1,000- to 2,000-word essay on a subject chosen by the JUPAT.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 10.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.
Rust Scholarship 2012-2013
Triangle Education Foundation
Chairman, Scholarship and Loan Committee 120 S. Center Street
Plainfield, IN 46168
Phone: 317-837-9640
Fax: 317-837-9642
Email:
http://www.triangle.org
Purpose of award: To help deserving active members of Triangle Fraternity in completing their education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be active members of the Triangle Fraternity who have completed at least two full academic years of school and will be undergraduates in the school year following their application. Selection is based on financial need, grades and participation in campus and Triangle activities. Preference is given to applicants in engineering and the hard sciences. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $3,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Chairman, Scholarship and Loan Committee 120 S. Center Street
Plainfield, IN 46168
Phone: 317-837-9640
Fax: 317-837-9642
Email:
http://www.triangle.org
Purpose of award: To help deserving active members of Triangle Fraternity in completing their education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be active members of the Triangle Fraternity who have completed at least two full academic years of school and will be undergraduates in the school year following their application. Selection is based on financial need, grades and participation in campus and Triangle activities. Preference is given to applicants in engineering and the hard sciences. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $3,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Schuyler S. Pyle Award 2012-2013
Fleet Reserve Association
FRA Scholarship Administrator 125 N. West Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 800-372-1924
Fax:
Email:
http://www.fra.org
Purpose of award: To support members of the FRA, their spouses and their dependent children or grandchildren.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of the FRA in good standing, or the spouse or dependent children/grandchildren of a member who is in good standing or was in good standing at time of death. Recipients are determined on the basis of academic record, leadership skills, character and financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
FRA Scholarship Administrator 125 N. West Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 800-372-1924
Fax:
Email:
http://www.fra.org
Purpose of award: To support members of the FRA, their spouses and their dependent children or grandchildren.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of the FRA in good standing, or the spouse or dependent children/grandchildren of a member who is in good standing or was in good standing at time of death. Recipients are determined on the basis of academic record, leadership skills, character and financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Service Employees International Union Scholarships 2012-2013
Service Employees International Union
c/o Scholarship Program Administrators Inc. P.O. Box 23737
Nashville, TN 37202
Phone: 615-320-3149
Fax:
Email: info@spaprog.com
http://www.seiu.org
Purpose of award: To give financial assistance to members of the SEIU and their children.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members or the children of members of SEIU who have been in good standing for at least three years. Applicants must also be enrolled in an accredited college or university and should not have completed more than one year of college.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $750-$1,000.
Number of awards: 50. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: Request application by March 3.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.
c/o Scholarship Program Administrators Inc. P.O. Box 23737
Nashville, TN 37202
Phone: 615-320-3149
Fax:
Email: info@spaprog.com
http://www.seiu.org
Purpose of award: To give financial assistance to members of the SEIU and their children.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members or the children of members of SEIU who have been in good standing for at least three years. Applicants must also be enrolled in an accredited college or university and should not have completed more than one year of college.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $750-$1,000.
Number of awards: 50. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: Request application by March 3.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.
Stillman-Kelley Awards 2012-2013
National Federation of Music Clubs Stillman-Kelley Award Sue Breuer
4404 Travis Country Circle B4
Austin, TX 78735
Phone: 512-892-5633
Fax:
Email:
http://www.nfmc-music.org
Purpose of award: To support young musicians and composers.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be instrumentalists under the age of 17 and be members of the National Federation of Music Clubs. This award rotates by region with the Northeastern and Southeastern regions in even years and Central and Western regions in odd years.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500-$1,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
4404 Travis Country Circle B4
Austin, TX 78735
Phone: 512-892-5633
Fax:
Email:
http://www.nfmc-music.org
Purpose of award: To support young musicians and composers.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be instrumentalists under the age of 17 and be members of the National Federation of Music Clubs. This award rotates by region with the Northeastern and Southeastern regions in even years and Central and Western regions in odd years.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500-$1,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
SEIU-Jesse Jackson Scholarship Program 2012-2013
Service Employees International Union
c/o Scholarship Program Administrators Inc. P.O. Box 23737
Nashville, TN 37202
Phone: 615-320-3149
Fax:
Email: info@spaprog.com
http://www.seiu.org
Purpose of award: To honor the Rev. Jesse Jackson by giving a scholarship to those SEIU members and their children who exemplify his values in the pursuit of social justice.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members or the children of members of the SEIU in good standing for at least one year and must be enrolled in an accredited two- or four-year college or university. The scholarship is for undergraduate work only.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 1. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.
c/o Scholarship Program Administrators Inc. P.O. Box 23737
Nashville, TN 37202
Phone: 615-320-3149
Fax:
Email: info@spaprog.com
http://www.seiu.org
Purpose of award: To honor the Rev. Jesse Jackson by giving a scholarship to those SEIU members and their children who exemplify his values in the pursuit of social justice.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members or the children of members of the SEIU in good standing for at least one year and must be enrolled in an accredited two- or four-year college or university. The scholarship is for undergraduate work only.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 1. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.
Sheet Metal Workers' International Scholarship Fund 2012-2013
Sheet Metal Workers' International Association 1750 New York Avenue NW
6th Floor
Washington, DC 20006 Phone: 202-783-5880
Phone:
Fax:
Email: scholarship@smwia.org
http://www.smwia.org
Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for members of the SMWIA and their families.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be SMWIA members, covered employees, or dependent spouses or children under the age of 25 of SMWIA members or covered employees. Applicants must also be full-time students or accepted to be full-time students at an accredited college or university. Only qualified applicants from local unions that participate in the one-cent check off are eligible for these four-year scholarships. Selection is based on information on SMWIA membership, including information on the local union's jurisdiction and family member's SMWIA membership, high school transcript, SAT/ACT scores or college transcript if already enrolled in college, an essay on the importance of SMWIA to the applicant's family and a letter of recommendation.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $4,000.
Number of awards: 30. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by email and written request.
6th Floor
Washington, DC 20006 Phone: 202-783-5880
Phone:
Fax:
Email: scholarship@smwia.org
http://www.smwia.org
Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for members of the SMWIA and their families.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be SMWIA members, covered employees, or dependent spouses or children under the age of 25 of SMWIA members or covered employees. Applicants must also be full-time students or accepted to be full-time students at an accredited college or university. Only qualified applicants from local unions that participate in the one-cent check off are eligible for these four-year scholarships. Selection is based on information on SMWIA membership, including information on the local union's jurisdiction and family member's SMWIA membership, high school transcript, SAT/ACT scores or college transcript if already enrolled in college, an essay on the importance of SMWIA to the applicant's family and a letter of recommendation.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $4,000.
Number of awards: 30. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by email and written request.
Sledge/Benedict Fellowships 2012-2013
Alpha Chi
Harding University Box 12249 915 E. Market Avenue
Searcy, AR 72149-2249
Phone: 800-477-4225
Fax: 501-279-4589
Email: dorgan@harding.edu
http://www.harding.edu/alphachi/scholarships.htm
Purpose of award: To assist Alpha Chi members who are entering their first year of graduate study.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Alpha Chi members in their final year of undergraduate study and must be enrolled full-time as a graduate student the following fall semester.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500-$3,500.
Number of awards: 12.
Deadline: February 22.
How to apply: Application requirements are available online, and applicants must be nominated by the faculty advisor.
Harding University Box 12249 915 E. Market Avenue
Searcy, AR 72149-2249
Phone: 800-477-4225
Fax: 501-279-4589
Email: dorgan@harding.edu
http://www.harding.edu/alphachi/scholarships.htm
Purpose of award: To assist Alpha Chi members who are entering their first year of graduate study.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Alpha Chi members in their final year of undergraduate study and must be enrolled full-time as a graduate student the following fall semester.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500-$3,500.
Number of awards: 12.
Deadline: February 22.
How to apply: Application requirements are available online, and applicants must be nominated by the faculty advisor.
Shropshire Scholarship 2012-2013
Civitan
Civitan International Foundation P.O. Box 130744
Birmingham, AL 35213-0744
Phone: 205-591-8910
Fax: 205-592-6307
Email: civitan@civitan.org
http://www.civitan.org
Purpose of award: The Shropshire Scholarship assists deserving Civitan members who will pursue careers that further the ideals of Civitan International, such as working toward world peace and unity, fighting for justice and building better citizenship.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Civitans or a Civitan's immediate family member, have been Civitan or Junior Civitan members for at least two years, be enrolled in a college or university and pursue careers which help further the ideals of Civitan International.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Civitan International Foundation P.O. Box 130744
Birmingham, AL 35213-0744
Phone: 205-591-8910
Fax: 205-592-6307
Email: civitan@civitan.org
http://www.civitan.org
Purpose of award: The Shropshire Scholarship assists deserving Civitan members who will pursue careers that further the ideals of Civitan International, such as working toward world peace and unity, fighting for justice and building better citizenship.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Civitans or a Civitan's immediate family member, have been Civitan or Junior Civitan members for at least two years, be enrolled in a college or university and pursue careers which help further the ideals of Civitan International.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Stanfield and D'Orlando Art Scholarship 2012-2013
Unitarian Universalist Association
25 Beacon Street
Boston, MA 02108
Phone: 617-742-2100
Fax:
Email: info@uua.org
http://www.uua.org
Purpose of award: To help graduate and undergraduate Unitarian Universalist artists.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be preparing for a career in fine arts which includes painting, drawing, photography and sculpture. Applicants must submit applications, transcripts, recommendations, slide portfolios and a list of works.
Target applicant: 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.
25 Beacon Street
Boston, MA 02108
Phone: 617-742-2100
Fax:
Email: info@uua.org
http://www.uua.org
Purpose of award: To help graduate and undergraduate Unitarian Universalist artists.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be preparing for a career in fine arts which includes painting, drawing, photography and sculpture. Applicants must submit applications, transcripts, recommendations, slide portfolios and a list of works.
Target applicant: 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.
Stanley A. Doran Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
Fleet Reserve Association
FRA Scholarship Administrator 125 N. West Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 800-372-1924
Fax:
Email:
http://www.fra.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial aid to the dependents of FRA members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be the dependent children of a member in good standing of the FRA or a member who was in good standing at time of death. Recipients are selected on the basis of academic achievement, leadership skills, financial need and character.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
FRA Scholarship Administrator 125 N. West Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 800-372-1924
Fax:
Email:
http://www.fra.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial aid to the dependents of FRA members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be the dependent children of a member in good standing of the FRA or a member who was in good standing at time of death. Recipients are selected on the basis of academic achievement, leadership skills, financial need and character.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Steven J. Muir Scholarship 2012-2013
Tau Kappa Epsilon Educational Foundation 8645 Founders Road
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Phone: 317-872-6533
Fax: 317-875-8353
Email: tef@tke.org
http://www.tkefoundation.org
Purpose of award: To recognize a member of Tau Kappa Epsilon for academic achievement and outstanding leadership within the organization.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be sophomores or above and have at least a 3.0 GPA. Members must be seeking an undergraduate degree in engineering or another of the pure sciences. Applicants must have served as a chapter officer or committee chair; preference will be given to a member of the Beta-Eta Chapter.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 16.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Phone: 317-872-6533
Fax: 317-875-8353
Email: tef@tke.org
http://www.tkefoundation.org
Purpose of award: To recognize a member of Tau Kappa Epsilon for academic achievement and outstanding leadership within the organization.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be sophomores or above and have at least a 3.0 GPA. Members must be seeking an undergraduate degree in engineering or another of the pure sciences. Applicants must have served as a chapter officer or committee chair; preference will be given to a member of the Beta-Eta Chapter.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 16.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Student CEC Graduation Awards 2012-2013
Council for Exceptional Children
1110 North Glebe Road
Suite 300
Arlington, VA 22201
Phone: 888-232-7733
Fax: 703-264-9494
Email: mbrship@cec.sped.org
http://www.cec.sped.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial aid to student members transitioning to professional membership status in the Council for Exceptional Children.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students enrolled at an accredited college or university graduating in the academic year the award is given. Applicants must be members of the Student CEC with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Selection is based on an essay, GPA, letters of recommendation and extracurricular activities.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $350.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
1110 North Glebe Road
Suite 300
Arlington, VA 22201
Phone: 888-232-7733
Fax: 703-264-9494
Email: mbrship@cec.sped.org
http://www.cec.sped.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial aid to student members transitioning to professional membership status in the Council for Exceptional Children.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students enrolled at an accredited college or university graduating in the academic year the award is given. Applicants must be members of the Student CEC with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Selection is based on an essay, GPA, letters of recommendation and extracurricular activities.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $350.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
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