Masters Scholarships

Ferrous Metallurgy Education Today (FeMET) 2012-2013

2011-10-30T05:01:00.001-07:00

Iron and Steel Society
Attn.: Lori Wharrey
AIST Foundation
186 Thorn Hill Road
Warrendale, PA 15086

Phone: 724-776-6040 x621
Fax: 724-776-1880
Email: lwharrey@aist.org
http://www.aistfoundation.org

Purpose of award: To increase the number of metallurgy and materials science students in North America and to encourage them to pursue careers in the iron and steel industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be college juniors who are majoring in metallurgy or materials science at a North American University. and they must show interest in the iron and steel industry. Applicants must also have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and be eligible for and commit to a paid summer internship at a North American steel company.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $5.000.
Number of awards: 10. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: March 2.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Freshman Undergraduate Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T05:00:00.002-07:00

American Meteorological Society
Macelwane Award
45 Beacon Street
Boston, MA 02108-3693

Phone: 617-227-2426 x246
Fax: 617-742-8718
Email: dfernand@ametsoc.org
http://www.ametsoc.org/AMS/

Purpose of award: To encourage high school students to pursue careers in the atmospheric and related oceanic and hydrologic sciences.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must enter as full-time freshmen the following fall and major in the atmospheric or related oceanic and hydrologic sciences. Applicants should submit applications, transcripts, recommendation letter, and SAT or equivalent scores.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 10.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

GeoEye Award 2012-2013

2011-10-30T05:00:00.001-07:00

American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing 5410 Grosvenor Lane
Suite 210
Bethesda, MD 20814

Phone: 301-493-0290x101
Fax: 301-493-0208
Email: scholarships@asprs.org
http://www.asprs.org

Purpose of award: To support remote sensing education and stimulate the development of applications of high-resolution digital satellite imagery for applied research by undergraduate or graduate students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time undergraduate or graduate students at an accredited college or university with proper image processing facilities. Selection is based on the application, letters of recommendation and a brief two-page proposal. The structure for the proposal can be found on the website.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: December 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Graduate Student Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:59:00.002-07:00

American Speech-language-Hearing Foundation 2200 Research Boulevard
Rockville, MD 20850

Phone: 301-296-8700
Fax:
Email: foundation@asha.org
http://www.ashfoundation.org

Purpose of award: To support graduate students in communication sciences and disorders.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time graduate students in U.S. communication sciences and disorders programs. Master's degree candidates must be in programs accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation for Audiology and Speech Pathology, but doctoral programs do not have to be accredited. Transcripts, an essay, a reference form and a statement of good standing are required.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $4,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 13.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

H.P. Milligan Aviation Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:59:00.001-07:00

EAA Aviation Center
P.O. Box 2683
Oshkosh, WI 54903

Phone: 877-806-8902
Fax: 920-426-6865
Email: scholarships@eaa.org
http://www.youngeagles.org

Purpose of award: To support excellence among individuals studying aviation.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited college, aviation academy or technical school pursuing a course of study focusing on aviation. Applicants must also be involved in school and community activities as well as aviation and be an EAA member or be recommended by an EAA member.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Hansen Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:58:00.001-07:00

EAA Aviation Center
P.O. Box 2683
Oshkosh, WI 54903

Phone: 877-806-8902
Fax: 920-426-6865
Email: scholarships@eaa.org
http://www.youngeagles.org

Purpose of award: To support excellence among individuals studying the technologies and the skills needed in the field of aviation.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in aerospace engineering or aeronautical engineering and must be involved in school and community activities as well as aviation. Applicants must be in good academic standing. Financial need will be considered. Applicants must also be EAA members or be recommended by an EAA member.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Health Resources and Services Administration-Bureau of Health Professions Scholarships for Disadvantaged Students 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:57:00.004-07:00

United States Public Health Service
Health Resources and Services Administration 5600 Fishers Lane
Rockville, MD 20857

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://bhpr.hrsa.gov/dsa

Purpose of award: To support students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are pursuing health-related careers.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time students, be from a disadvantaged background, demonstrate financial need and be studying in a health field, including medicine, nursing, veterinary medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and others. They must be U.S. citizens, nationals or permanent residents. All other criteria are set by individual schools.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to the full cost of schooling plus living allowance.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available from participating schools.

Coca-Cola USA Scholarship 2012-2014

2011-10-30T04:57:00.003-07:00

DECA Inc.
1908 Association Drive Reston, VA 20191-1594

Phone: 703-860-5000
Fax: 703-860-4013
Email: Kathy _ Onion@deca.org
http://www.deca.org

Purpose of award: To reward DECA members who are committed to leadership and community service.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be active DECA members showing leadership, scholastic ability and community involvement. They must be planning to attend a 2-year or 4-year school to study marketing, business or marketing education.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 17.
How to apply: Applications are available from DECA advisors.

Herbert L. Cox Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:57:00.001-07:00

EAA Aviation Center
P.O. Box 2683
Oshkosh, WI 54903

Phone: 877-806-8902
Fax: 920-426-6865
Email: scholarships@eaa.org
http://www.youngeagles.org

Purpose of award: To support aviation students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a course of study focusing on aviation and involved in school and community activities as well as aviation. Recipient of award must show need for financial support. Applicants must also be EAA members or be recommended by an EAA member.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

International Student Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:56:00.000-07:00

American Speech- Language-Hearing Foundation 2200 Research Boulevard
Rockville, MD 20850

Phone: 301-296-8700
Fax:
Email: foundation@asha.org
http://www.ashfoundation.org

Purpose of award: To support an international graduate student in communication sciences and disorders.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time students in the U.S. Master's degree candidates must be in programs accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation for Audiology and Speech Pathology, but doctoral programs do not have to be accredited. The applicants should submit transcripts, an essay and a reference form.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $4,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: January 13.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Irene E. Newman Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:55:00.002-07:00

American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) Institute for Oral Health
444 N. Michigan Avenue Suite 3400
Chicago, IL 60611

Phone: 800-735-4916
Fax:
Email: institute@adha.net
http://www.adha.org/institute

Purpose of award: To support students interested in public health or community dental health.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students interested in public health or community dental health. They must also demonstrate financial need of at least $1,500, submit a goals statement and be active members of SADHA or ADHA.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Jimmy A. Young Memorial Education Recognition Award 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:55:00.001-07:00

American Association for Respiratory Care 9425 North MacArthur Boulevard
Suite 100
Irving, TX 75063-4706

Phone: 972-243-2272
Fax: 972-484-2720
Email: info@aarc.org
http://www.aarc.org

Purpose of award: To recognize outstanding minority students in respiratory care education programs.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited respiratory care education program and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must submit an original paper on respiratory care. Preference is given to minority students.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Up to $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: June 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

John Culver Wooddy Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:54:00.002-07:00

The Actuarial Foundation
475 North Martingale Road
Suite 600
Schaumburg, IL 60173

Phone: 847-706-3535
Fax: 847-706-3599
Email: scholarships@actfnd.org
http://www.aerf.org

Purpose of award: To assist students who plan to become actuaries.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate students who will receive their degrees by August 31 of the year following the application deadline. Students must be in the top quartile of their class and have completed a minimum of one actuarial examination. A recommendation from a professor is required. Only one applicant per school is permitted. Preference is given to applicants who have demonstrated leadership ability in extracurricular activities.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: June 23.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Junior Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:54:00.001-07:00

American Kennel Club
260 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10016

Phone: 212-696-8200
Fax:
Email:
http://www.akc.org

Purpose of award: To assist students who are involved with AKC purebred dogs.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be under age 18 with an AKC registered purebred dog. Selection is based on involvement with AKC registered dogs, academic achievement and financial need. The scholarship program awards a total of $150,000 annually.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 20.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Klussendorf Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:53:00.002-07:00

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 honor students in dairy husbandry fields.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be first, second or third year college students at two- or four-year universities, must major in a dairy husbandry field and plan to enter the dairy field.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Larry Williams Photography and AVA Photo Contest 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:53:00.001-07:00

Appaloosa Horse Club
Appaloosa Youth Foundation Scholarship Committee 2720 W. Pullman Road
Moscow, ID 83843

Phone: 208-882-5578
Fax: 208-882-8150
Email: acaap@appaloosa.com
http://www.appaloosa.com

Purpose of award: To support students who express their love of the Appaloosa through photography.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must submit multiple photographs in three divisions: 13 and under, 14 to 18 and 4H/FFA youths 18 and under.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $150.
Number of awards: 9.
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Linda Craig Memorial Scholarship Presented by St. Vincent Sports Medicine 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:52:00.002-07:00

Pacers Foundation
125 S. Pennsylvania Street Indianapolis, IN 46204

Phone: 317-917-2864
Fax: 317-917-2599
Email: foundation@pacers.com
http://www.nba.com/pacers/ news/Foundation_Index.html

Purpose of award: To support students interested in sports medicine, physical therapy and related fields.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must U.S. citizens who have completed at least four semesters of an undergraduate program majoring in medicine, sports medicine, physical therapy or a related area. They must have a GPA of at least 3.0 and demonstrate outstanding character, integrity and leadership. Applicants may not have received a full scholarship from any other organization.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: July 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

LTK Engineering Services Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:52:00.001-07:00

Conference of Minority Transportation Officials
818 18th Street NW, Suite 850
Washington, DC 20006

Phone: 202-530-0551
Fax: 202-530-0617
Email: comto@comto.org
http://www.comto.org

Purpose of award: To support students who are majoring in engineering or other technical fields related to transportation.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must either be current COMTO members or be willing to join within 30 days of receiving the scholarship. Students must be at least in their junior year of college or in graduate school, and they must have at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicants must be enrolled in at least twelve credits per semester. Students must submit a short essay and two letters of recommendation.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $6,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 4.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

College Photographer of the Year 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:51:00.003-07:00

National Press Photographers Foundation (NPPA)
3200 Croasdaile Drive
Suite 306
Durham, NC 27705

Phone: 919-383-7246
Fax: 919-383-7261
Email: jourdlr@showme.missouri.edu
http://www.nppa.org

Purpose of award: To award outstanding student work in photojournalism and provide a forum for student photographers to gauge their skills.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be currently enrolled in a full¬time four-year college or university, provide a portfolio and demonstrate financial need. Applicants can apply to as many NPPA scholarships as desired, but only one award will be granted.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500-$1,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: October 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by written or email request.

Lydia's Professional Uniform/ AACN Excellence in Academics Nursing Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:51:00.001-07:00

American Association of Colleges of Nursing
One Dupont Circle NW
Suite 350
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-463-6930
Fax: 202-785-8320
Email: anniea@aacn.nche.edu
http://www.aacn.nche.edu

Purpose of award: To support undergraduate nursing students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time nursing students in their junior year of a bachelor of science (BSN) program with .a minimum 3.5 GPA. The application form and an essay about their career aspirations and financial need are required.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: August 1 and November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online and may be returned by fax or email.

Madeline Pickett (Halbert) Cogswell Nursing Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:49:00.002-07:00

National Society Daughters of the American Revolution 1776 D Street NW
Washington, DC 20006

Phone: 202-628-1776
Fax:
Email:
http://www.dar.org

Purpose of award: To support nursing students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must desire to attend or be attending an accredited school of nursing. Applicants must be members, descendents of members or eligible for membership in NSDAR. Applicants must put their DAR Member Number on the Application.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15 and August 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.

Margaret E. Swanson Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:49:00.001-07:00

American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) Institute for Oral Health
444 N. Michigan Avenue Suite 3400
Chicago, IL 60611

Phone: 800-735-4916
Fax:
Email: institute@adha.net
http://www.adha.org/institute

Purpose of award: To provide support to dental hygiene students who show leadership potential.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have completed one year of an accredited dental hygiene program, pursuing a certificate or associates degree in the field. They must show evidence of organizational leadership potential. Applicants must also demonstrate financial need of at least $1,500, be active members of SADHA or ADHA and submit a goals statement.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Marsh Affinity Group Services Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:48:00.004-07:00

American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) Institute for Oral Health
444 N. Michigan Avenue Suite 3400
Chicago, IL 60611

Phone: 800-735-4916
Fax:
Email: institute@adha.net
http://www.adha.org/institute

Purpose of award: To provide support to successful dental hygiene students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have completed one year of an accredited dental hygiene program and have a GPA between 3.0 and 3.5. They must demonstrate financial need of at least $1,500, submit a goals statement and be active members of SAD HA or AD HA.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Mildred Nutting Nursing Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:48:00.003-07:00

National Society Daughters of the American Revolution 1776 D Street NW
Washington, DC 20006

Phone: 202-628-1776
Fax:
Email:
http://www.dar.org

Purpose of award: To support students who are studying to become nurses.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have been accepted or are currently enrolled in an accredited school of nursing. Preference will be given to candidates from the greater Lowell, MA area.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15 and August 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.

Milk Marketing Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:48:00.001-07:00

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 encourage students to pursue careers in the marketing of dairy goods.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be second, third or fourth year college students at two- or four-year universities, have a minimum 2.5 GPA and major in dairy science, animal science, agricultural communications, agricultural education, general agriculture or food and nutrition
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1000-$1,500.
Number of awards: 7.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Milton F. Lunch Research Fellowship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:47:00.002-07:00

National Society of Professional Engineers
1420 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314

Phone: 703-684-2800
Fax: 703-836-4875
Email: awards@nspe.org
http://www.nspe.org

Purpose of award: To honor the memory of Milton F. Lunch, who was the NSPE's general counsel for 40 years.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be U.S. citizens and be pursuing a career in engineering, architecture, construction or law and be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in one of those fields. Undergraduate students must be rising seniors and have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $7,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: January 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Minority Student Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:47:00.001-07:00

American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation 2200 Research Boulevard
Rockville, MD 20850

Phone: 301-296-8700
Fax:
Email: foundation@asha.org
http://www.ashfoundation.org

Purpose of award: To support a minority graduate student in communication sciences and disorders.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants should be full-time minority graduate students. Master's degree candidates must be in programs accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation for Audiology and Speech Pathology, but doctoral programs do not have to be accredited. Transcripts, an essay and a reference form are required.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $4,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: January 13.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Monsanto Company /The National Association of Farm Broadcasters Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:46:00.002-07:00

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

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

Purpose of award: To support students whose families are involved in production agriculture.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students planning to enroll or currently enrolled full-time. Students must have a minimum SAT score of 1320 or ACT score of 18, and they must be pursuing degrees in areas related to agriculture. Students only need to complete the online application one time to be considered for all FFA-administered scholarships. The application requires information about the students' activities and a 1,000-word essay. Awards may be used for books, supplies, tuition, fees and room and board. Applicants may be members or non-members of the FFA.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 100.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Morton B. Duggan, Jr. Memorial Education Recognition Award 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:46:00.001-07:00

American Association for Respiratory Care 9425 North MacArthur Boulevard
Suite 100
Irving, TX 75063-4706

Phone: 972-243-2272
Fax: 972-484-2720
Email: info@aarc.org
http://www.aarc.org

Purpose of award: To recognize outstanding students in respiratory care education programs.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited respiratory care education program and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must submit an original paper on respiratory care. Preference is given to residents of Georgia and South Carolina.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Up to $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: June 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Contemplative Practice Fellowship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:45:00.002-07:00

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

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

Purpose of award: To support scholars interested in contemplative practices.
Eligibility requirements: There are two awards, Contemplative Practice Fellowships and Contemplative Program Development Fellowships. The first is for $10,000, and the second is for $20,000. Applicants for the Contemplative Practice Fellowships must be scholars who are full-time faculty members at accredited U.S. academic institutions who want to integrate contemplative practices into their courses. Preferred applicants will have experience' with contemplative practice. The fellowship is for a summer or semester. The Contemplative Program Development Fellowships is for scholars who are full-time faculty members and faculty-status administrators at accredited U.S. academic institutions who want to develop academic courses involving contemplative studies. The fellowship lasts for an academic year.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $20,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: November 10.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

NAMEPA Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:45:00.001-07:00

National Association of Minority Engineering Program Administrators
1133 W. Morse Boulevard Suite 201
Winter Park, FL 32789

Phone: 407-647-8839
Fax: 407-629-2502
Email: namepa@namepa.org
http://www.namepa.org

Purpose of award: To support minority students to become engineers.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be African American, Latino, and American Indian students admitted at a college or university as an engineering major with a minimum 2.7 GPA and minimum ACT score of 25 or minimum SAT score of 1000. Applicants must attend a NAMEPA member institution. Transfer students are also eligible. Selection is based on coursework in high school, course distribution, activities, a one-page narrative and recommendations.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.7
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Nancy Goodhue Lynch Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:44:00.002-07:00

Datatel
4375 Fair Lakes Court
Fairfax, VA 22033

Phone: 800-328-2835
Fax:
Email: scholars@datatel.com
http://www.datatel.com

Purpose of award: To support Information Technology students at Datatel client institutions.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate students majoring in an information technology field and attending a Datatel Client college or university. Students must include a personal statement about why they have chosen to study an information technology field, the impact of technology on their futures and the importance of the scholarship.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: January 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

National Science & Mathematics Access to Retain Talent Grant Federal Student Aid 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:44:00.001-07:00

U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20202

Phone: 800-433-3243
Fax:
Email:
http://studentaid.ed.gov

Purpose of award: To assist students who are majoring in physical, life or computer sciences, mathematics, technology, engineering or a foreign language that is critical to national security in continuing their educations.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens who are Pell Grant recipients, enrolled full-time in a physical, life or computer science, engineering, mathematics, technology or critical foreign language program at a four-year institution and have a college GPA of 3.0 or higher in the coursework required for the major. Students must be at least college sophomores, and the award may be used for the third and fourth year of undergraduate study.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Up to $4,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available from your financial aid office.

NBRCI AMP Gareth B. Gish, MS, RRT Memorial and William F. Miller, MD Postgraduate Education Recognition Awards 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:43:00.000-07:00

American Association for Respiratory Care 9425 North MacArthur Boulevard
Suite 100
Irving, TX 75063-4706

Phone: 972-243-2272
Fax: 972-484-2720
Email: info@aarc.org
http://www.aarc.org

Purpose of award: To aid qualified respiratory therapists in pursuing advanced degrees.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be respiratory therapists who have been accepted into an advanced degree program of a fully accredited school. Application must be accompanied by an original essay describing how the award will aid in achieving an advanced degree and future goals in health care. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Up to $1,500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: June 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

NBRC/AMP William W. Burgin, Jr. MD and Robert M. Lawrence, MD Education Recognition Awards 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:42:00.004-07:00

American Association for Respiratory Care 9425 North MacArthur Boulevard
Suite 100
Irving, TX 75063-4706

Phone: 972-243-2272
Fax: 972-484-2720
Email: info@aarc.org
http://www.aarc.org

Purpose of award: To recognize outstanding students in respiratory care education programs.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited respiratory care education program as a second-year student pursuing an associate's degree or as a junior or senior pursuing a bachelor's degree. In addition to an original paper dealing with respiratory care, applicants must submit an original essay describing how this award will help them reach their degrees and their future goals in the field of health care.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: June 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

NFMC Dorothy Dann Bullock Music Therapy Award and the NFMC Ruth B. Robertson Music Therapy Award 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:42:00.003-07:00

National Federation of Music Clubs Bullock and Robertson Awards Anita Louise Steele
Gilden School of Music
Ohio University
Athens, OH 45701

Phone: 740-593-4249
Fax: 317-638-0503
Email: steelea@ohio.edu
http://www.nfmc-music.org

Purpose of award: To assist students who plan to enter careers in music therapy.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be college students majoring in music therapy in schools approved by the National Association of Music Therapists and AMTA. Selection is based on musical talent, skills and training with an emphasis on piano ability in accompanying and sight reading. Other selection criteria are self-reliance, leadership, ability to work with groups and dedication to music therapy as a career. Applicants must be members of the National Federation of Music Clubs.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $400-$1,250.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Occupational/Physical Therapy Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:42:00.001-07:00

National Society Daughters of the American Revolution
1776 D Street NW
Washington, DC 20006

Phone: 202-628-1776
Fax:
Email:
http://www.dar.org

Purpose of award: To support students who are studying occupational or physical therapy.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have financial need and have been accepted or are attending an accredited school of occupational or physical therapy (including art or music therapy).
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15 and August 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.

Oral-B Laboratories Dental Hygiene Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:41:00.003-07:00

American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) Institute for Oral Health
444 N. Michigan Avenue Suite 3400
Chicago, IL 60611

Phone: 800-735-4916
Fax:
Email: institute@adha.net
http://www.adha.org/institute

Purpose of award: To provide support to dental hygiene students who are committed to academic excellence, research and education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be pursuing a baccalaureate degree in dental hygiene with a GPA of at least 3.5 and show dedication to professional excellence, scholarship, quality research and dental hygiene education. They must demonstrate financial need of at least $1,500, be active members of SADHA or ADHA and submit a goals statement.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Parsons Brinckerhoff - Engineering Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:41:00.001-07:00

Conference of Minority Transportation Officials
818 18th Street NW; Suite 850
Washington, DC 20006

Phone: 202-530-0551
Fax: 202-530-0617
Email: comto@comto.org
http://www.comto.org

Purpose of award: To support COMTO members who are studying engineering.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate students who have been COMTO members for at least one year. They must have at least a 3.0 GPA.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 4.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Paul H. Robbins, P.E., Honorary Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-30T04:39:00.000-07:00

National Society of Professional Engineers
1420 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314

Phone: 703-684-2800
Fax: 703-836-4875
Email: awards@nspe.org
http://www.nspe.org

Purpose of award: To aid students in engineering.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of NSPE, current engineering undergraduate students (junior year only) and enrolled in ABET-accredited engineering programs that participate in the NSPE Professional Engineers in Education (PEE) Sustaining University Program (SUP).
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $10,000.
Number of awards: 1. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: May 16.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Armenian Relief Society Undergraduate Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:45:00.002-07:00

Armenian Relief Society Of North America Inc. 80 Bigelow Avenue
Watertown, MA 02472

Phone: 617-926-5892
Fax: 617-926-4855
Email: arsl910@aol.com
http://www.ars 1910.org

Purpose of award: To provide merit and need-based scholarships for students of Armenian ancestry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be of Armenian ancestry and not related to the ARS Central Executive or Eremian Scholarship Committee members. Specific requirements may vary by region.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by mail.

George M. Brooker Collegiate Scholarship for Minorities 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:45:00.001-07:00

Institute of Real Estate Management IREM Foundation Administrator 430 N. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611

Phone: 800-837-0706
Fax: 800-338-4736
Email:
http://www.irem.org

Purpose of award: To increase minority participation in the real estate industry
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be minorities, be U.S. citizens, declare a major in real estate or a related field, have a minimum 3.0 GPA in the major and have completed two courses in real estate or plan to finish them. Applicants must submit a 500-word essay explaining their reason for pursuing a real estate career. Applicants must also submit three general letters of recommendation and a letter of recommendation from a local IREM chapter officer.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000-$2,500.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

ASA Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:44:00.000-07:00

Armenian Students' Association of America 333 Atlantic Avenue
Warwick, RI 02888

Phone: 401-461-6114
Fax:
Email: asa@asainc.org
http://www.asainc.org

Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for students of Armenian descent.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be college sophomores or beyond in the year of application and be of Armenian descent.
Target applicant:
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Request forms for applications are available online.

Asian American Scholarship Fund 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:43:00.002-07:00

U.S. Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce 1329 18th Street NW Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-296-5221
Fax: 202-296-5225
Email: administrator@uspaacc.com
http://www.uspaacc.com

Purpose of award: To support the higher education goals of Asian American students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and Asian American high school seniors who will pursue post¬secondary educations at an accredited institution in the U.S. Selection is based on academic achievement, leadership in extracurricular activities, community service and financial need. Minimum 3.3 GPA required.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3.3
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 8.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Berbeco Senior Research Fellowship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:43:00.001-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www.uncf.org

Purpose of award: To encourage African Americans to conduct independent research internationally.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be college juniors who attend United Negro College Fund (UNCF) member colleges or universities. The need-based award is for students to work on their senior thesis or research projects outside the U.s. during the summer between their junior and senior years.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: December 12.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Bernadette Wong-Yu Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:42:00.000-07:00

U.s. Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce 1329 18th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-296-5221
Fax: 202-296-5225
Email: administrator@uspaacc.com
http://www.uspaacc.com

Purpose of award: To support the higher education goals of Asian American students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.s. citizens or permanent residents and be students of Asian or Pacific Heritage planning to enroll or currently enrolled in post-secondary education at an accredited institution in the U.S. or China. Selection is based on academic excellence, community service involvement and financial need. Minimum 3.3 GPA and Chinese Language or Chinese Studies major required. Applicants must be able to attend the Excellence Awards and Scholarships Dinner during the CelebrAsian Annual Conference (in May).
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.3
Amount: Up to $3,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 28.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Bessie Irene Smith Trust Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:41:00.002-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www.uncf.org

Purpose of award: To help African American students attending United Negro College Fund (UNCF) member colleges and universities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have unmet financial need that is verified by the college or university financial aid office. Students are encouraged to complete the UNCF General Scholarship application to be matched with scholarships for which they meet the criteria.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Best Buy Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:41:00.001-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www. uncf.org

Purpose of award: To help African Americans majoring in business- and computer science-related fields.
Eligibility requirements: There are two programs, one for employees and one for non-employees. Employee awards are $2,500 while non¬employee awards are $5,000. To qualify for the employee program, applicants must have worked for six consecutive months at Best Buy. For both programs, applicants must be undergraduates at United Negro College Fund (UNCF) member colleges or universities or Florida A&M University and must demonstrate financial need. Students must major in business, finance, accounting, marketing, communications, computer science or advertising. A transcript, resume, two recommendation letters and essay are required.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: November 5.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Brown Foundation Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:38:00.000-07:00

Brown Foundation Scholarship Program
P.O. Box 4862
Topeka, KS 66604

Phone: 785-235-3939
Fax: 785-235-1001
Email: brownfound@juno.com
http://www.brownvboard.org/foundatn/sclrbroc.htm

Purpose of award: To help minority students who are either high school seniors or college juniors who want to teach.
Eligibility requirements: High school seniors should have a demonstrated desire to enter a teacher education program through volunteer experience, work experience, and! or references and should plan to enroll in college at least half-time. The high school senior scholarship is $300 for the freshman year. College juniors must be accepted to a teacher education program and attend at least half-time. The college award is $500 per year for two academic years. Selection for both awards is based on GPA, school, community and extracurricular activities, career plans and goals in education, essays and two recommendations.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $300-$500.
Number of awards: 2. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available from high school counselors, from departments of education at participating colleges, from the Brown Foundation and online.

Bruce Lee Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:37:00.000-07:00

U.S. Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce 1329 18th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-296-5221
Fax: 202-296-5225
Email: administrator@uspaacc.com
http://www.uspaacc.com

Purpose of award: To support the higher education goals of Asian American students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and be high school seniors of Asian or Pacific Heritage who will pursue post-secondary educations at an accredited institution in the U.S. Selection is based on character, the ability to persevere over adversity, academic excellence with at least a 3.0 GPA, community service involvement and financial need. Applicants must be able to attend the Excellence Awards and Scholarships Dinner during the CelebrAsian Annual Conference (in May).
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 28.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Bureau of Reclamation Scholarship and Internship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:36:00.000-07:00

American Indian Science and Engineering Society P.O. Box 9828
Albuquerque, NM 87119-9828

Phone: 505-765-1052
Fax: 505-765-5608
Email:
http://www.aises.org

Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for Native American and Alaskan Native students seeking bachelor's degrees in science or engineering, related to water resources and/or the environment.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled full-time at an accredited college or university, seeking a degree in science or engineering, related to water resources and/or the environment. Students must belong to a federally recognized Indian tribe and must be members of AISES. Recipients must complete an eight- to ten-week internship with the Bureau of Reclamation.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $5,000 per year.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: June 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Foundation Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:35:00.001-07:00

American Indian Science and Engineering Society P.O. Box 9828
Albuquerque, NM 87119-9828

Phone: 505-765-1052
Fax: 505-765-5608
Email:
http://www.aises.org

Purpose of award: To provide a four-year scholarship for an American Indian student attending an accredited four-year college or university in a state where Burlington Northern Santa Fe operates.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must reside in one of the following states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota or Washington. Applicants must also major in one of the following areas: business, engineering, math, medicine/health administration, natural/ physical sciences, technology or education and belong to AISES.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2
Amount: $2,500 per year.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Golden Gate Restaurant Association Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:34:00.002-07:00

Golden Gate Restaurant Association Scholarship Foundation
120 Montgomery Street, Suite 1280 San Francisco, CA 94104

Phone: 415-781-5348
Fax: 415-781-3925
Email: ggra@ggra.org
http://www.ggra.org

Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for college students who wish to pursue a career in the restaurant/food service industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be California residents at time of application submission and pursue a major in food service.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by mail.

Burton G. Bettingen Foundation Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:34:00.001-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www.uncf.org

Purpose of award: To support higher education among African American students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must attend United Negro College Fund (UNCF) member colleges and universities, have a minimum 2.5 GPA, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have unmet financial need that is verified by the college or university financial aid office. UNCF students are encouraged to complete the UNCF General Scholarship application to be matched with scholarships for which they meet the criteria.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

C-SPAN Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:33:00.000-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www. uncf.org

Purpose of award: To assist African American students in communications- and social science-related fields.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be sophomores or juniors at United Negro College Fund (UNCF) member colleges and universities and must major in radio/television/film, communications, journalism, political science, English or history. This program also offers a paid summer internship.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 28.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Campaign For African American Achievement Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:32:00.001-07:00

National Urban League
120 Wall Street
New York, NY 10005

Phone: 888-839-0467
Fax:
Email: info@nul.org
http://www.nul.org

Purpose of award: To recognize young people who exhibit potential for success at the highest levels and provide them with financial aid in their higher education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be African American high school seniors. Selection is based on academic and personal achievement, community service and leadership.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 2.7
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Career Advancement Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:31:00.001-07:00

Business and Professional Association Foundation Career Advancement Scholarship Program
P.O. Box 4030
Iowa City, IA 52243-4030

Phone: 800-525-3729
Fax: 202-861-0298
Email: bpwfoundation@act.org
http://www.bpwusa.org

Purpose of award: To support disadvantaged women who wish to advance in their career or enter the workforce.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be female U.S. citizens who are at least 25, demonstrate financial need, have clear career plans, be officially accepted in an accredited institution in the United States, Puerto Rico or the Virgin Islands and graduate within 12 to 24 months of the grant.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Carmen E. Turner Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:23:00.000-07:00

Conference of Minority Transportation Officials 818 18th Street NW, Suite 850
Washington, DC 20006

Phone: 202-530-0551
Fax: 202-530-0617
Email: comto@comto.org
http://www.comto.org

Purpose of award: To support students who are members of COMTO.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have been COMTO members in good standing for at least the past year. Students must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program for at least six credits per semester with at least a 2.5 GPA.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $3,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 4.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Carolyn Bailey Thomas Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:22:00.002-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www.uncf.org

Purpose of award: To help African Americans attending United Negro College Fund (UNCF) member colleges and universities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have unmet financial need that is verified by the college or university financial aid office. Students are encouraged to complete the UNCF General Scholarship application to be matched with scholarships for which they meet the criteria.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Cary C. and Debra V.C. Wu Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:22:00.001-07:00

U.S. Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce
1329 18th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-296-5221
Fax: 202-296-5225
Email: administrator@uspaacc.com
http://www.uspaacc.com

Purpose of award: To support the higher education goals of Asian American students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and be high school seniors of Asian or Pacific Heritage who will pursue post-secondary educations at an accredited institution in the U.S. Selection is based on academic excellence, leadership in extracurricular activities, community service involvement and financial need. Minimum 3.5 GPA required. Applicants must be able to attend the Excellence Awards and Scholarships Dinner during the CelebrAsian Annual Conference (in May).
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: Up to $5,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 28.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Catherine W. Pierce Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:21:00.001-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www. uncf.org

Purpose of award: To help African American students majoring in are or history.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have unmet financial need that is verified by the college or university financial aid office. UNCF students are encouraged to complete the UNCF General Scholarship application to be matched with scholarships for which they meet the criteria.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Up to $5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

COM Scholarship/Internship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:20:00.002-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www. uncf.org

Purpose of award: To support African Americans studying engineering, science or construction disciplines.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduates majoring in engineering, science or construction fields, such as chemical, civil, electrical, environmental, geotechnical, geology/hydrogeology, geography, GIS, mechanical, mining and structural or must be planning to pursue a master's degree in one of these disciplines at United Negro College Fund (UNCF) member colleges and universities. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required. There is also an internship as a pare of the program.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $6,000.
Number of awards: 6.
Deadline: April 6.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

CHCI Scholarship Award 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:20:00.001-07:00

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Inc. 911 2nd Street NE
Washington, DC 20002

Phone: 202-543-1771
Fax:
Email: shernandez@chci.org
http://www.chci.org

Purpose of award: To award Latino students for public service activities in their communities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Latinos who have actively participated in public service; be accepted as full-time students into an accredited community college, four-year university or a graduate/ professional program; demonstrate financial need and have good writing skills. Students should submit applications, resumes, essays, Student Aid Reports, two recommendation letters, transcripts and a self-addressed stamped postcard to be notified when application is received.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

NATA Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:19:00.001-07:00

National Athletic Trainers' Association
National Athletic Trainer's Association Research and Education Foundation Inc.
2952 Stemmons Freeway Dallas, TX 75247

Phone: 214-637-6282
Fax: 214-637-2206
Email: barbaran@nata.org
http://www.nata.org

Purpose of award: To encourage study among athletic trainers.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be at least a junior in college with a minimum 3.2 GPA, be sponsored by a certified athletic trainer and be a member of the NATA.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.2
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 60.
Deadline: February 10.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Grants for Research in Broadcasting 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:18:00.002-07:00

National Association of Broadcasters
1771 N Street NW
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-429-5300
Fax: 202-429-4199
Email: kfox@nab.org
http://www.nab.org

Purpose of award: To support academic research on economic, business, policy and social issues important to policy makers and station managers in the network broadcast industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants may be academic faculty, graduate students or undergraduate seniors. Research issues may include the economic and social dynamics of digital TV multicasting, broadcasting's public service role during natural disasters, adoption of HD radio, impact of new regulations, analysis of audience response to digital broadcasting, impact of new technologies, consumer media habits, effectiveness of local news programs, trends in audience measurement technologies, commercial advertising effectiveness, impact of non-response on media research, training future broadcasters and the importance of television and radio advertising on local and national economies.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 4-6.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Cherokee Nation PELL Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:18:00.001-07:00

Cherokee Nation
Cherokee Nation Undergraduate Scholarship Programs Attn.: Higher Education
P.O. Box 948
Tahlequah, OK 74465

Phone: 918-456-0671
Fax:
Email: highereducation@cherokee.org
http://www.cherokee.org

Purpose of award: To support students who are Cherokee Nation Tribal Members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school senior Cherokee Nation tribal members planning to attend an institution of higher education.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: June 17.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Chickasaw Nation Education Foundation Program 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:17:00.000-07:00

Chickasaw Nation Education Foundation P.O. Box 1726
Ad, OK 74821

Phone: 580-421-9031
Fax:
Email:
http://www.chickasaw.net

Purpose of award: To assist Chickasaw students who demonstrate academic excellence, community service, dedication to learning and a commitment to Native Americans.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time Chickasaw students. Other eligibility requirements vary by scholarship.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 29.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Chief Manuelito Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:16:00.000-07:00

Office of Navajo Nation Scholarship and Financial Assistance

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.onnsfa.org

Purpose of award: The scholarship was created to help high-achieving Navajo students.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be enrolled members of the Navajo nation, submit a Certificate of Indian Blood, attend a regionally¬accredited school and complete a FAFSA form. Students must also complete a Navajo Government course (available online).
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies by term.
How to apply: Applications are available online and must be submitted to your agency, which is listed online.

Chinn Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:15:00.000-07:00

American Atheists
P.O. Box 5733
Parsippany, NJ 07054

Phone: 908-276-7300
Fax: 908-276-7402
Email:
http://www.atheists.org

Purpose of award: To support gay or lesbian Atheist students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who are Atheists, have a minimum 2.5 GPA and be student activists. The award is based on the level of activism and requires a 500- to 1,000-word essay. In addition to the scholarship, the winner will receive a free trip to the American Atheists National Convention.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: January 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Chrysler Corporation Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:14:00.004-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www.uncf.org

Purpose of award: To help African Americans attending United Negro College Fund (UNCF) member colleges and universities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have unmet financial need that is verified by the college or university financial aid office. UNCF students are encouraged to complete the UNCF General Scholarship application to be matched with scholarships for which they meet the criteria.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $3,900.
Number of awards: 10.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Citigroup Fellows Program 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:14:00.003-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www.uncf.org

Purpose of award: To assist sophomores at United Negro College Fund (UNCF) member colleges and universities who plan to pursue business careers.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must major in business, finance, economics, accounting, information systems, computer science/MIS, computer science, banking, business-related, information technology, business (sales interest), computer engineering, management or management information systems. The program also provides access to Citigroup professionals as mentors and professional development conferences.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $6,400.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Citizen Potawatomi Nation Tribal Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:14:00.001-07:00

Citizen Potawatomi Nation
1601 S. Gordon Cooper
Shawnee, OK 74801

Phone: 405-275-3121
Fax:
Email: hownikan@potawatomi.org
http://www.potawatomi.org

Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to tribal members who are studying in undergraduate or graduate programs, vocational technical career courses or other accredited educational programs.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be tribal members who maintain a GPA of2.0 and meet requirements for financial aid.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Minimum GPA: 2
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: August 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Colgate-Palmolive Company/UNCF Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:13:00.003-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF) 8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www.uncf.org

Purpose of award: To help African American sophomores, juniors and seniors majoring in business with a concentration in marketing.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and attend United Negro College Fund (UNCF) member colleges and universities. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have unmet financial need that is verified by the college or university financial aid office. UNCF students are encouraged to complete the UNCF General Scholarship application to be matched with scholarships for which they meet the criteria.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies, based on need.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

College Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:13:00.001-07:00

Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)
55 Second Street
Suite 1500
San Francisco, CA 94105

Phone: 877-473-4636
Fax: 415-808-2302
Email: scholarl@hsf.net
http://www.hsf.net

Purpose of award: To advance the college education of Hispanic Americans. Over the past 25 years, HSF has awarded more than 68,000 scholarships.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be of Hispanic heritage (one parent must be fully Hispanic or both parents must be half Hispanic), be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and be eligible to apply and receive Title IV funds. Selection is based on academic achievement, letter of recommendation, personal statement and financial need.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.7
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: August.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Community College Transfer Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:12:00.002-07:00

Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) 55 Second Street
Suite 1500
San Francisco, CA 94105

Phone: 877-473-4636
Fax: 415-808-2302
Email: scholarl@hsf.net
http://www.hsf.net

Purpose of award: To support students of Hispanic heritage who plan to transfer from a community college program to a four-year college or university.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be of Hispanic heritage (one parent fully Hispanic or each parent half-Hispanic) and be a part-time or full-time community college student with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicants must plan to transfer to a four-year college or university the following academic year.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000-$2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 2.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Hagley-Winterthur Fellowships in Arts and Industries 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:12:00.001-07:00

Hagley Museum and Library
Center for the History of Business, Technology and Society P.O. Box 3630
Wilmington, DE 19807-0630

Phone: 302-655-2400
Fax: 302-658-3188
Email:
http://www.hagley.org

Purpose of award: To support research fellowships for projects focusing on the relationship between economic life and the arts, including design architecture, crafts and the fine arts.
Eligibility requirements: Fellowships last for one to six months and are available to students and independent professionals to perform serious scholarly research. Fellows may use collections of the Winterthur Museum, Gardens and Library and the Hagley Museum and Library.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $1,400 per month.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: December 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online. For more information, contact Dr. Philip Scranton at the museum at pscranton@hagley.org.

Community College Transfer Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:11:00.002-07:00

Sallie Mae Fund
12061 Bluemont Way
Reston, VA 20190

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.thesalliemaefund.org

Purpose of award: To help Hispanic students attending community college attend a four-year college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Hispanic, apply for federal financial aid and be part-time or full-time community college students. Applicants must also intend to be full-time students at a four-year college.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000-$2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Consortium Fellowship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:11:00.001-07:00

Consortium for Graduate Study in Management 5585 Pershing
Suite 240
St. Louis, MO 63112-4621

Phone: 314-877-5500
Fax:
Email: frontdesk@cgsm.org
http://www.cgsm.org

Purpose of award: To support graduate business students at member schools.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be African Americans, Hispanic Americans or Native Americans and U.S. citizens and U.S. permanent residents of other races and ethnicities who fulfill the Consortium's mission. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree, and the degree may be in any academic discipline from an accredited institution recognized by Consortium member schools. The fellowship supports full-time graduate business studies at member schools only. Applicants must submit two references, transcripts, copies of GMAT scores and application fees. All applicants must also interview with a Consortium representative.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Continuing Education Award 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:10:00.000-07:00

Slovenian Women's Union of America
Mary Turvey, SWUA Scholarship Director
52 Oakridge Drive
Marquette, MI 49855

Phone:
Fax:
Email: mturvey@aol.com
http://www.swua.org

Purpose of award: To promote Slovenian culture.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be returning to an accredited college in the fall as full- or part-time students and must have been a member of the SWUA for at least three years or an active participant. Students must include a photograph, resume, FAFSA, income tax return and a letter of recommendation from their SWU branch president or secretary. The awards committee considers life goals and involvement in school, church and community.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online and from SWUA branch secretaries.

CosmoGirl! Of The Year Award 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:09:00.001-07:00

CosmoGirl!
300 W. 57th Street 20th Floor
New York, NY 10019

Phone:
Fax:
Email: cgoftheyear@cosmogirl.com
http://www.cosmogirl.com

Purpose of award: To recognize girls and young women who have made contributions to the world.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be age 11 to 25 and send an essay of up to 500 words about how they are a CosmoGirl along with a photo of themselves. Only females from the U.S. and Canada may enter. In addition to the monetary prize, the winner receives a trip to New York City to the awards ceremony.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $10,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: July 26.
How to apply: Applications are available online. Applications may be sent by postal mail or through an email instead of an online application. Applicants who are 11 and 12 must enter by postal mail.

Coy G. Eklund Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-23T03:20:00.002-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www.uncf.org

Purpose of award: To help African Americans majoring in business at United Negro College Fund (UNCF) Member Colleges and Universities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have unmet financial need that is verified by the college or university financial aid office. UNCF students are encouraged to complete the UNCF General Scholarship application to be matched with scholarships for which they meet the criteria.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Displaced Homemaker Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-23T03:20:00.001-07:00

Association on American Indian Affairs
Lisa Wyzlic, Scholarship Coordinator
966 Hungerford Drive, Suite 12-B
Rockville, MD 20850

Phone: 240-314-7155
Fax: 240-314-7159
Email: general.aaia@verizon.net
http://www.indian-affairs.org

Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance toward child care, transportation, living expenses or educational costs for men and women who would be unable to attend college due to family responsibilities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time students able to prove financial need, proof of tribal enrollment and Certificate of Indian Blood (showing 114 Indian blood).
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: July 20.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Donald Malcolm MacArthur Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-23T03:19:00.002-07:00

St. Andrew's Society of Washington, DC
Charity and Education Committee
P.O. Box 372
Glen Echo, MD 20812

Phone:
Fax:
Email: secretary@saintandrewsociety.com
http://www.saintandrewsociety.com

Purpose of award: To encourage foster study between the U.S. and Scotland, monies are awarded to third and fourth year college students and full-time graduate students who are either Scots wishing to study in the U.S., or U.S. students intending to study in Scotland.
Eligibility requirements: Eligible U.S. candidates must live or attend school within a 200 mile radius of Washington, D.C. and be of Scottish descent.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Doris and John Carpenter Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-23T03:19:00.001-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www.uncf.org

Purpose of award: To help African Americans with the most financial need.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be freshmen at United Negro College Fund (UNCF) member colleges or universities and must have a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $2,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Dorothy N. McNeal Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-23T03:18:00.002-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www.uncf.org

Purpose of award: To support students interested in pursuing community service careers.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be African American students attending a UNCF member college or university with a GPA of at least 2.5. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have unmet financial need that is verified by the college or university financial aid office. Applicants are encouraged to complete the UNCF General Scholarship application to be matched with scholarships for which they meet the criteria.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Dr. James M. Rosin Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-23T03:18:00.001-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www. uncf.org

Purpose of award: To help African American students pursuing bachelor's degrees in the health sciences and who plan for careers in the health sciences field.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have unmet financial need that is verified by the college or university financial aid office. UNCF students are encouraged to complete the UNCF General Scholarship application to be matched with scholarships for which they meet the criteria. Applicants must show dedication to personal growth, helping others and education.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Harrell Family Fellowship 2012-2013

2011-10-23T03:17:00.002-07:00

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

Phone: 617-353-6571
Fax: 617-353-6575
Email: acor@bu.edu
http://www.bu.edu/acor

Purpose of award: To assist a graduate student with expenses on an archaeological project in Jordan.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduate students in a program approved by a recognized academic review body.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February l.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Dr. Joe Ratliff Challenge 2012-2013

2011-10-23T03:17:00.001-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF) 8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www. uncf.org

Purpose of award: To help African American students attending United Negro College Fund (UNCF) Member Colleges and Universities and majoring in religion.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have unmet financial need that is verified by the college or university financial aid office. Students are encouraged to complete the UNCF General Scholarship application to be matched with scholarships for which they meet the criteria.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: Up to $3,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Dr. Scholl Foundation Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-23T03:16:00.000-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www.uncf.org

Purpose of award: To help African American students attending United Negro College Fund (UNCF) member colleges and universities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have unmet financial need that is verified by the college or university financial aid office. Students are encouraged to complete the UNCF General Scholarship application to be matched with scholarships for which they meet the criteria.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Drs. Poh Shien and Judy Young Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-23T03:15:00.000-07:00

U.S. Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce
1329 18th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-296-5221
Fax: 202-296-5225
Email: administrator@uspaacc.com
http://www.uspaacc.com

Purpose of award: To support the higher education goals of Asian American students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and be high school seniors of Asian or Pacific Heritage who will pursue post-secondary educations at an accredited institution in the U.S. Selection is based on academic excellence, leadership in extracurricular activities, community service involvement and financial need. Minimum 3.5 GPA required. Applicants must be able to attend the Excellence Awards and Scholarships Dinner during the CelebrAsian Annual Conference (in May).
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: Up to $4,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 28.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

IFSEA Worthy Goal Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:47:00.001-07:00

International Food Service Executives Association Joseph Quagliano
8824 Stancrest Drive
Las Vegas, NY 89134

Phone: 502-589-3602
Fax:
Email:
http://www.ifsea.com

Purpose of award: To help students receive food service management training beyond the high school level.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled or accepted at a college as a full-time student in a food service related major. Students must provide a financial statement, personal statement, list of work experience and professional activities, transcripts, recommendations and a statement describing how the scholarship would help them reach their goals.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500-$1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February l.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Sodexho Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:46:00.004-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF) 8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www.uncf.org

Purpose of award: To help African American freshmen, especially those who have helped with community service programs dealing with hunger, attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) or United Negro College Fund (UNCF) member colleges and universities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have unmet financial need that is verified by the college or university financial aid office. UNCF students are encouraged to complete the UNCF General Scholarship application to be matched with scholarships for which they meet the criteria. Priority will be given to students who have participated in community service programs dealing with hunger. Applicants must submit a transcript, two recommendation letters, an essay and college or university acceptance letters.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: up to $3,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: August 22 .
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Spinsters Ink Young Feminist Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:46:00.003-07:00

Spinsters Ink
P.O. Box 242
Midway, FL 32343

Phone: 800-301-6860
Fax:
Email: info@spinstersink.com
http://www.spinsters-ink.com

Purpose of award: To award female students who write an essay about feminism.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be female high school seniors who write about the topic, "What Feminism Means to Me." Winning scholars are also invited to a week-long writers' retreat.
Target applicant:
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: December 31.
How to apply: Application information is available online.

Standardized Test Fee Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:46:00.001-07:00

Hopi Tribe Grants and Scholarship Program
P.O. Box 123
Kykotsmovi, AZ 86039

Phone: 800-762-9630
Fax: 928-734-9575
Email: info@hopi.nsn.us
http://www.hopieducationfund.org

Purpose of award: To help Hopi students who are required to take an entrance exams or career certification tests.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled members of the Hopi tribe, be high school graduates or have earned a GED, have been accepted to and plan to attend full-time a regionally accredited college and have completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Applications, statements of goals, financial needs analysis, proof of Hopi enrollment and transcripts are required. The award provides assistance with the Graduate Record Exam, Law School Admission Test, Arizona Teachers Proficiency Exam, Bar Exam and others. Applications should be submitted 30 days before the test date.
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: Applications are available by mail.

Sterling Bank Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:45:00.003-07:00

United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www.uncf.org

Purpose of award: To help African American students attending United Negro College Fund (UNCF) member colleges and universities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have unmet financial need that is verified by the college or university financial aid office. Students are encouraged to complete the UNCF General Scholarship application to be matched with scholarships for which they meet the criteria.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Student CEC Ethnic Diversity Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:45:00.001-07:00

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 recognize a student CEC member from an ethnically diverse background who is currently pursuing a degree in special education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. or Canadian citizens, junior, senior or graduate students enrolled in an accredited college or university, members of an ethnically diverse group and pursuing a degree in special education. Students must be student CEC members in good standing with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Applicants must also submit a list of their Student CEC activities and/or other involvement with those with disabilities and a short autobiography focusing on their interest in special education.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Student CEC/Black Caucus Scholarship 2012-2013

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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 recognize an African American student who is a student CEC member and pursuing a degree in special education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be African American and junior, senior or graduate students enrolled in an accredited college or university and be U.S. or Canadian citizens. Applicants must also be student CEC members in good standing and majoring in special education with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Applicants must submit a list of their Student CEC activities and/or other involvement with programs for those with disabilities and a short autobiography focusing on their interest in special education.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Sutton Scholarship 2012-2013

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National Association for the Advancement of Colored People The United Negro College Fund
Scholarships and Grants Administration
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
Fairfax, VA 22031

Phone: 703-205-3400
Fax:
Email:
http://www.naacp.org

Purpose of award: To support African Americans entering the field of education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be education majors at an accredited college and U.S. citizens. Undergraduates must be full-time students with a GPA of2.5, while graduates may be full- or part-time students and must maintain a GPA of 3.0. NAACP membership is not required but is highly desirable.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1,000-$2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Last Friday in March.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Sylvia Shapiro Scholarship 2012-2013

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United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044

Phone: 800-331-2244
Fax:
Email:
http://www.uncf.org

Purpose of award: To help African American students attending United Negro College Fund (UNCF) member colleges and universities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have unmet financial need that is verified by the college or university financial aid office. Students are encouraged to complete the UNCF General Scholarship application to be matched with scholarships for which they meet the criteria.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Telamon Scholarship 2012-2013

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U.S. Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce 1329 18th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-296-5221
Fax: 202-296-5225
Email: administrator@uspaacc.com
http://www.uspaacc.com

Purpose of award: To support the higher education goals of Asian American students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and be high school seniors of Asian or Pacific Heritage who will pursue post-secondary educations at an accredited institution in the U.S. Selection is based on academic excellence, leadership In extracurricular activities, community service involvement and financial need. Minimum 3.5 GPA required. Applicants must be able to attend the Excellence Awards and Scholarships Dinner during the CelebrAsian Annual Conference (in May).
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: Up to $3,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 28.
How to apply: Applications are available online.