Scholarship Information Menu
Link to 35 page file titled Scholarship Search Secrets (published by Student Loan Network)
Online Scholarship Search Information
No Charge Scholarship Search Engines
National Scholarship Opportunities
Science And Technology Competitions
Academic and Career Interest Scholarships
Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations
Aerospace, Science and Engineering
Extracurricular Activities Scholarships
Information on
Online Scholarship Search Services
An excellent source of scholarships can be located through the college of your
choice. Remember that scholarships can be awarded by the College or
University itself through the financial aid office as well as additional
scholarships that are available from the specific department that your major is
in.
The scholarships and awards listed at the end of this workshop include:
· academic scholarships
· essay contests
· science and technology competitions
· athletic scholarships
· personal interest or hobby
scholarships
· general contests with randomly
chosen winners
No Charge Scholarship Search Engines
The following online scholarship search services are available at no charge:
A good starting point to understand athletic scholarships.
FRESCH! - Free Scholarship Search
Junior Achievement This site’s search engine boasts a database of more than 8,000 private scholarship programs that offers over $35 million from more than 150,000 scholarship awards.
Petersons
A grant research engine.
Provides a free scholarship search engine (registration and profile required).
Scholarship Resource Network Express
Scholarships available from Federal agencies
Wiredscholar
Over 2.4 million scholarships worth over 14 billion dollars expanded and updated
daily.
Scholarship scams warnings from:
More Scholarship Information:
Abbott and Fenner Business Consultants
Provides a list of available scholarships
Absolutely Scholarships
Database of more than 200,000 awards.
Features its own $10,000 scholarship.
BrokeScholar
More than 900,000 scholarships worth over $3 billion.
Personalized calendar and keyword search Helpful
College Board
2,300 sources of college funding totaling nearly $3 BILLION
Collegenet/Mach 25
The Mach25 database contains over 600,000 awards totaling over $1.6 billion.
Allows key word search. Nice feature
College Scholarships
Groups scholarship by interest; includes middle school and high school awards
Collegeview
This site provides a scholarship directory to browse as well as search; a nice
feature.
Very good financial aid explanations.
Club Scholarship
Part of the Collegiatefunding.com network.
Lists more than 500,000 awards.
GoCollege
600,000 scholarships from more than 8,000 funding sources. Includes info on
distance learning
International Education Financial Aid
Specializes in scholarships for international students who study abroad.
Military Scholarships
Specific to current and former military personnel.
Pittsburg State Off-Campus Scholarships
A list of available scholarships. Not campus specific
Pittsburg State Campus Scholarships
A list of available scholarships. Not campus specific
SRN Express
A database of over 8,000 programs with a distribution level of over 150,000
awards for undergraduate and postgraduate students worth a total of more than
$35 million!
StudentAwards U.S. and Canadian scholarship data bases.
http://www.studentscholarshipsearch.com/Detailed/Scholarships/Local_Scholarships/United_States_Scholarships/
The Scholarship Page Small search capability
National Scholarship Opportunities
All-American Scholar
Eligibility: Any student nominated by an educator as an All-American Scholar may
apply for scholarship. To apply, complete and return the biographical form. Once
received, we will send out an application for scholarship.
The scholarship is awarded entirely based on academic scores and achievements.
If you feel that you can compete, you should persuade a teacher who knows you
well to nominate you. The teacher can nominate you online by clicking the
Nominations button on the scholarship’s Web page and filling out the electronic
nomination form (the nomination form is different for high school and college
students). After you have been nominated, you will receive a biographical data
form in the mail; fill this out and return it as instructed to obtain a copy of
the scholarship application. Even if you don’t win the scholarship, being
recognized as an All American Scholar will make a nice addition to your academic
resume. To learn more about this program and its sponsor, visit the USAA Site:
Website:
http://www.allamericanscholar.com
All-American Scholar Scholarship Sponsor: United States Achievement Academy
(USAA)
Amount of Scholarship: $100 to $1,500
Number of Awards: not given
Deadline: Not Given. Must be nominated by a teacher
Education Level: high school students and college undergraduates
Coca-Cola Scholars Scholarship
Sponsor: The Coca-Cola Company
https://www.coca-colascholars.org/cokeWeb/jsp/scholars/Index.jsp
Amount of Scholarship: $4,000 to $20,000
Number of Awards: 250
Deadline: October 31
Education Level: high school seniors.
Eligibility: Applicant must attend a high school in a participating bottler’s
territory.
Coca-Cola Scholars is one of the most prestigious and competitive scholarships.
Every year this program awards $20,000 to 50 National Scholars and $4,000 to 200
Regional Scholars selected from applicants all over the country. Since this
scholarship is so competitive and the awards are so large, you should spend
plenty of time exploring the Web site to learn about the program and the
selection process. When you arrive at the site, you will see a series of links
down the left-hand side. First, make sure you qualify by clicking Bottler Search
and entering your city, state, and zip code to find out if your high school is
located in a participating bottler’s territory. If you are eligible to apply,
click How It Works to learn about the selection process and the general
qualities that Coca-Cola is looking for in scholarship applicants. Also click
Our Scholars, where you can read detailed descriptions of past winners; this
will give you an even better idea of the qualities the program is seeking in its
candidates. Finally, go to the FAQs, which answer the most common questions
about the scholarship program, including questions about specific eligibility
requirements and the application procedures. Feel free to explore the remaining
links to find out who the previous year’s winners were, which colleges past
winners have attended, and more about the mission of Coca-Cola’s educational
foundation. If you choose to apply, click the Apply Online link (this link will
not appear if the program is not currently accepting applications).
COHEAO Scholarship
Sponsor: Coalition of Higher Education Assistance Organizations (COHEAO)
Web Site:
http://www.coheao.com/scholarship/scholarship.html
Amount of Scholarship: $500 to $1,000
Number of Awards: 6
Deadline: March 15
Education Level: college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.
Eligibility: Applicant must attend a COHEAO member college, have a minimum 3.75
GPA, and be a U. S. citizen.
Three $500 scholarships and three $1,000 scholarships are given out under this
program. To find out if your college, university, community college, or
technical school is a member of COHEAO, making you eligible for the scholarship,
click the COHEAO Member School link. The only way to apply for this scholarship
is through the Web site. Before you can access the online application, though,
the Web site will check your eligibility requirements. You must provide a
satisfactory response to each question asked in the Application Wizard to get a
copy of the scholarship application. After answering a question, click the Next
button to advance to the next question in the Application Wizard; if you don’t
meet one of the eligibility requirements, a Web page will appear that tells you
that you were disqualified and you will be unable to access the application.
Once you get to the application itself, you can choose to print out a copy and
fill it out by hand or submit the electronic version of the application.
Datatel Scholars Scholarship
Sponsor: Datatel Scholars Foundation
http://www.datatel.com/global/scholarships/
Amount of Scholarship: $700 to $2,000
Number of Awards: not given
Deadline: January 31
Education Level: college undergraduates and graduate students.
Eligibility: Applicant must attend a college or university that is a Datatel
client site or work at a Datatel non-education site, and take at least six
credit hours per semester.
Datatel Scholars is an academic scholarship intended for students at schools
that use Datatel regardless of which college they attend. To verify that your
school or company is a Datatel client, ask your financial aid officer, or
contact the Foundation directly using the address, phone number, or e-mail
address given on the Contact the Foundation page. If you attend a Datatel client
school, you must apply through your school’s scholarship or financial aid
office; you cannot apply directly through the Web site. Likewise, if you work
for a Datatel client, you must apply for the scholarship through your human
resources department or CEO’s office. The scholarship program’s Web site will
give you all the information and forms you need to apply, though. You should
check out the Winners Profile to learn what qualities the ideal applicant
possesses; grades are very important for this scholarship, and most winners have
at least a 3.7 GPA. The How to Apply link describes the process of getting
nominated by your school or employer. The application instructions on this page
explains the application process and judging criteria in detail; it is up to you
to make certain that your school or employer follows these instructions so that
your application will be accepted. You will also find a PDF copy of the
application linked to this page, which you can print out to use as a working
copy.
Delta Epsilon Iota: Honor Awards
This scholarship rewards college undergraduates who exemplify the principles
that Delta Epsilon Iota promotes: dedication, enthusiasm, and initiative. The
Additional Information link tells you exactly what qualities the judges are
looking for in scholarship winners, as well as what materials need to go in your
application package. To find out if your college participates in the scholarship
program, follow the Participating Colleges and Universities link. Download a PDF
copy of the application form by following the Download Application link and
choosing Scholarship Application. To learn more about Delta Epsilon Iota, visit
the honor society’s home page and read the student information.
http://www.deltaepsiloniota.org/scholarships.html
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Jeanette Rankin Foundation Grants for Women |
Sponsor: Jeannette Rankin Foundation
Web Site:
http://www.rankinfoundation.org/
Amount
of Scholarship: $2000.00.
Number of Awards: 400
Deadline: November 30.
Eligibility:
An applicant for a JRF grant must be:
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1. A woman, age 35 or older, as of March 1, in the year of application
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2. A U.S. citizen
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3. Enrolled in an accredited school, or accepted to an accredited school.
Please contact your school's Admissions office to get the name of the agency
that provides accreditation for your school. You will need this information to
complete the application.
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4. Pursuing a technical/vocational education, an associate's degree, or a first
bachelor's degree.
Students who have already earned a bachelor's degree or higher are ineligible.
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5. Low-income according to the guidelines below.
Only students who fall within these income guidelines will be eligible for
consideration.
Each year the Jeannette Rankin Foundation awards grants to low-income women who
have a vision of how their education will benefit themselves, their families,
and their communities. The JRF grants are awarded each fall. The grants are
typically distributed through the financial aid office, but are not restricted
to tuition expenses. JRF award money can be used for books, supplies,
transportation, childcare, or other expenses that will help the recipient
achieve her educational goals. Selection is competitive, which means that
meeting the eligibility requirements does not guarantee the receipt of a grant.
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Income Guidelines |
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Household Size
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Maximum Household |
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$11,760 |
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$19,260 |
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$26,440 |
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$34,640 |
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$38,520 |
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$45,050 |
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Tribute Award Scholarship
Sponsor: Discover Card and American Association of School Administrators.
Web Site:
http://www.discoverfinancial.com/data/philanthropy/tribute.shtml
Amount of Scholarship: $1,250 to $25,000.
Number of Awards: 477
Deadline: January 11
Education Level: high school juniors.
Eligibility: Applicant must have a minimum 2.75 GPA, and be enrolled in any kind
of postsecondary school, as well as be a U. S. citizen or permanent resident.
The Elks National Foundation
Most Valuable Student Scholarship
Web Site:
http://www.elks.org/enf/mvs.cfm
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000 to $7,500
Number of Awards: 500
Deadline: January 14
Education Level: high school seniors
Eligibility: Applicant must live within the jurisdiction of the BPO Elks of the
USA, enroll as a full-time student at a four-year U. S. college, and be a U. S.
citizen.
This scholarship program rewards the 500 top students in the United States. The
494 fourth place winners receive $1,000 scholarships, the 2 third-place winners
receive $3,000 scholarships, the 2 second-place winners receive $4,000
scholarships, and the 2 first-place winners receive $7,500. To win, applicants
must advance through local, district, and state competitions to reach the
national level. Many winners at the regional levels also receive scholarships.
To apply, you must file an application with your local Elks Lodge; you can
search for an Elks Lodge in your community at
http://www.elks.org/search.cfm.
The Web site does not provide a lot of information about this scholarship
program, but exploring the Our Scholarships section, will help you learn more
about what the Elks National Foundation is looking for in a ‘‘most valuable
student.’’
Excellence National Scholarship
Sponsor: Delta Epsilon Iota
Web Site:
http://www.deltaepsiloniota.org
Scholarship Amount: $1,000
Number of Awards: not given
Deadline: January 15
These scholarships go to students who excel in four of five very broad areas:
special talents, leadership, obstacles overcome, unique endeavors, and community
service. If you can fit yourself into all of these categories, then you will
make a good applicant for the award. Read the biographies of past winners
published on the Web site to get a better idea of whether you can compete. Nine
scholarships are awarded to finalists living in each state, the District of
Columbia, and overseas: three awards of $2,500, three awards of $1,750, and
three awards of $1,250. At the national level, nine awards of $25,000 are given
out. You can get an application from your guidance office, or call the phone
number on the Web page to request a copy.
CollegeSTEPS Program
Sponsor: Wells Fargo Bank
Web Site:
https://www.wellsfargo.com/student/planning/started/scholarships/
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000
Number of Awards: 100
Deadline: May 31
Education Level: high school seniors.
Eligibility: Sweepstakes is open to any current U.S. Resident who is a high
school senior during the 2005-2006 school year, who graduates from high school
in 2006 and who enrolls in the CollegeSTEPS Program ("Eligible Entrants").
Eligible Entrants who are under the age of 18 must provide the name of their
legal guardians in order to submit an Entry.
This program is more a sweepstakes than a scholarship but $1000.00 is awarded to
100 eligible entrants yearly. As part of this program, the parents of students
receive additional information pertaining to available student load programs
which would be of interest.
The site is useful for information provided for financial aid other than
scholarships.
Contains a link to Peterson's Scholarship Search to obtain additional
scholarship information.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Sponsor: Various
Web Site:
http://www.hsf.net/scholarship/seniors.php
Amount of Scholarship: Varies by sponsor
Deadline: Varies by sponsor
Education Levels: High School seniors applying for a four-year degree or
Community College students wishing to transfer to a four-year college.
Eligibility: Varies by sponsor but applicant must be of Hispanic descent.
See the web site for specific information.
Sam Walton Community Scholarship
Sponsor: Wal-Mart
Web Site:
http://www.walmartfoundation.org/wmstore/goodworks/scripts/index.jsp
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000
Number of Awards: more than 2,300
Deadline: February 1
Education Level: high school students
Eligibility: Applicant must attend a participating high school.
Participating Wal-Mart stores award these scholarships directly to high schools,
and the high schools then choose the scholarship winners. To find out if your
high school participates, ask your guidance counselor or contact the Community
Involvement Coordinator at your local Wal-Mart. This brief Web page does not
provide a lot of information about the scholarship, but it does tell you a
little about the application procedures and how you can learn more about the
scholarship. Education Level: college undergraduates. Eligibility: Applicant
must have a minimum 3.3 GPA, have completed 30 semester hours of college
coursework, and attend a participating college.
National High School Oratorical Contest
Sponsor: American Legion
http://www.legion.org/?section=prog_evt&subsection=evt_oratorical&content=evt_oratorical
Amount of Scholarship: $50 to $18,000
Number of Awards: 53 national scholarships
Deadline: not given
Education Level: grades 9 through 12
Eligibility: Applicant must be under
the age of 20 and be a U. S. citizen or permanent resident.
This scholarship contest is a bit unusual. In order to participate, you have to
write and give a speech, so students with public speaking experience or who have
taken a speechwriting class in school will be better equipped to compete. The
Web site outlines the contest rules and provides lots of tips for what qualities
the judges are looking for in potential winners. Be sure to read the rules
carefully to understand what topic your speech must cover, how long the speech
should last, and even what to wear to the contests. The contest takes place in
several rounds, starting at the local level. Winners at the state level receive
scholarships from their state’s American Legion headquarters and advance to the
national level. To learn what scholarships are awarded in your state, click the
State & Local Contests link. The National Contest Web page describes the prizes
awarded to winners at the national level, which can be as high as $18,000. If
you decide to enter this contest, you must contact your local American Legion
Post or your state headquarters for an entry form; follow the link at the bottom
of the page to find a directory of state headquarters offices. Your high school
principal or guidance counselor may also be able to provide more information
about this well-known contest.
Sallie Mae CASHE Scholarship
Sponsor: Sallie Mae Trust for Education.
Web Site:
http://www.cashe.com/scholarship.html
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000
Number of Awards: 50
Deadline: March 30 Education Level: any
Eligibility: Applicant must enroll in any kind of postsecondary school.
All you have to do to enter this scholarship contest is search the free Sallie
Mae CASHE Scholarship Service for scholarships, which you were probably planning
to do anyway. You are automatically entered when you fill out the Online Student
Profile Form, which is linked to the scholarship information page. One winner
from each state is randomly chosen to win scholarships.
Take Me Away to College Scholarship
Sponsor: Calgon
Web Site: http://www.enotes.com/scholarships-loans/take-me-away-college-scholarship-competition
Amount of Scholarship: $500 to $2,500
Number of Awards: 2
Deadline: August 15
Education Level: high school seniors and college undergraduates Eligibility:
Applicant must enroll in a two year or four-year U. S. college and be a U. S. or
Canadian citizen or permanent resident. This contest works a bit differently
than the others. To enter, click the Enter button at the bottom of the page,
then answer the three questions in the electronic entry form, keeping to the
specified character limits. To check that you haven’t exceeded the limits, click
the Character Counts button after writing your answer for each question.
Twenty-five finalists are chosen from the initial applications. These finalists
must then write an essay on a specific topic. The two most original essays (in
the opinions of the judges) receive a grand prize of $2,500 and a runner-up
prize of $500. To learn all the details about the submission and judging
procedures, follow the link to the official contest rules.
Anthem Essay Contest
Sponsor: Ayn Rand Institute
Web Site:
http://www.aynrand.org/site/PageServer?pagename=education_contests_index
The Ayn Rand Institute sponsors several essay contests each year, for which
entrants must write essays on one of Ayn Rand’s books. This contest requests
essays on the novel Anthem. Twenty third prizes of $100, 10 second prizes of
$200, and 1 first prize of $1,000 are awarded. Specific essay questions change
from year to year, so you must consult the Web page for the current year’s
topics. The Web page also tells you exactly how to format your submission and
the address where you should mail your essay. You don’t need to fill out an
official application form, but you do need to format your submission correctly,
or your essay won’t be judged. Unfortunately, you can’t read essays of past
winners on the Web site, but by exploring the rest of the Ayn Rand Institute’s
Web site, you should gain some insight into the philosophy behind her fiction.
Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Essay Contest
Sponsor: Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity
Web Site:
Amount of Scholarship: $500 to $5,000
Number of Awards: 5
Deadline: January 21
Education Level: college juniors and seniors
Eligibility: Applicant must be a full-time student at a four-year college.
Each year the Elie Wiesel Foundation sponsors cash prizes for the best essays on ethics by college undergraduates. Suggested essay topics change from year to year and are published on the Web site. To enter, a professor who has reviewed your essay must sponsor you. It is up to you to make certain that the Faculty Sponsor Form is correctly filled out and submitted along with your essay. You can print a PDF version of the form from the Faculty Sponsor Page, along with the faculty sponsor guidelines. Get more information about the submissions procedures by following the Student Guidelines link. At the bottom of this page, you’ll find two printable copies of the entry form, one in PDF format and one plain text. Five prizes are awarded in this program: two honorable mentions of $500 each, a third-prize award of $1,500, a second-prize award of $2,500, and a first-prize award of $5,000.
Also available is a prize for critical thinking.
Information for it is available at:
E-Mail Xpress Scholarship
Sponsor: E-mail Xpress
Web Site: http:
//www.141.com/scholarships
(Restricted. May not be available)
Amount of Scholarship: $500 plus $100 of e-mail service
Number of Awards: 1
Deadline: January 31
Education Level: high school seniors
Eligibility: Applicant must be admitted to a postsecondary school of any kind.
For this scholarship, you must write a short essay about e-mail. As an Internet
user, you should be well qualified to address this topic. To enter, fill out the
electronic form at the bottom of the Web page and submit it; you can only apply
over the Internet. The Web site does not provide many details about the
scholarship other than the essay topic, but as the winner is chosen solely based
on the quality of his or her essay, this would be a good competition for any
talented writer to enter.
Fountainhead Essay Contest
Sponsor: Ayn Rand Institute
Web Site:
http://www.aynrand.org/contests/tf.html
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000 to $10,000
Number of Awards: 16 Deadline: April 15.
Education Level: high school juniors and seniors
Eligibility: Open to all.
This is another essay contest that rewards students for reading and writing
about Ayn Rand’s works. This contest is for older students and requires an essay
on the novel The Fountainhead. To find out what the current essay topics are,
you must go to the Web site. The Web site also describes exactly how long the
essays must be and how they must be formatted in order to avoid
disqualification. You will also find the address where you can send your essay;
there is no official application form. Sixteen prizes are given to the writers
of the best essays: 10third prizes of $1,000; 5 second prizes of $2,000; and 1
first prize of $10,000. If you are unfamiliar with Ayn Rand or the philosophy of
her novels, you should explore the rest of the Ayn Rand Institute’s Web site—you
will probably gain some insights that will help you write a better essay.
George S. and Stella M. Knight Essay Contest
Sponsor: National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution
Web Site:
http://www.sar.org/youth/knight.html
Amount of Scholarship: $500 to $4,500
Number of Awards: 3
Deadline: not given
Education Level: high school juniors and seniors
Eligibility: Applicant must be a U. S. citizen or permanent resident.
For this competition, entrants must write an essay about the American
Revolution, the Declaration of Independence, or the framing of the U.S.
Constitution. There are three scholarship prizes: a third-prize award of $500; a
second prize award of $1,000; and a first-prize award of $4,500. The Web site
provides some information about acceptable essay topics, the format of the
essay, and judging criteria. You must apply through a local chapter of the Sons
of the American Revolution and advance through the local, state, and national
levels. To find your local chapter, follow the Listing of State Society Contacts
link at the bottom of the page, find the mailing address of the Society
headquarters in your state, and follow the instructions for sending a letter
request to that Society. You can also go to the NSSAR home page to learn more
about this organization and to get ideas for your essay.
National High School Essay Contest
Sponsor: United Nations Association of the United States of America (UNA-USA),
United Nations Development Program, and the Dailey Family Foundation
Web Site:
http://www.unausa.org/programs/nhsessay.htm.
Amount of Scholarship: $500 to $1,000
Number of Awards: 3
Deadline: April 14
Education Level: grades nine through twelve
Eligibility: Open to all.
For this competition, students must write essays about the United Nations and
the United States’ participation in the UN. First prize is $1,000, second prize
is $750, and third prize is $500. The specific essay topic changes each year and
is announced on the contest’s Web site. You will also find the winning essays
from past years on the site, which should provide good models for your essay. If
you decide to enter the contest, go to the Student Application Kit page. There
you can read the contest rules, guidelines for formatting essays, and judging
criteria, and explore Internet resources that may help you write your essay. You
will also find a printable copy of the Essay Cover Form and a directory of local
chapters and divisions of UNA-USA. Note that you must submit your essay to your
local chapter or division, rather than to a central address.
Swackhamer Peace Essay Contest
Sponsor: The Nuclear Age Peace Foundation
http://www.wagingpeace.org/menu/programs/awards-&-contests/swack-contest/index.htm
Amount of Scholarship: $500 to $1,500
Number of Awards: 3
Deadline: June 1
Education Level: high school students
Eligibility: Open to all.
Each year this contest solicits essays from high school students on solving the
problems of war and peace. The essay topic changes annually. To find out the
current essay topic and the guidelines for submitting your essay, scroll down
the page until you see the contest rules; you don’t need to submit an
application form with your essay. First prize is $1,500, second prize is $1,000,
and third prize is $500. Before you write your essay, you may find it helpful to
learn more about the scholarship sponsor.
The links to articles, information, and an electronic newsletter published by
the sponsor at the bottom of the Web page will give you insight into the tone
your essay should take. You can also read past winning essays by following the
links at the very top of the scholarship information page.
Voice of Democracy (VOD) National Competition
Patriots' Pen Youth Essay Youth Scholarship Program
Veterans Tribute Scholarship
Sponsor: Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States.
Web Site:
http://www.vfw.org/index.cfm?fa=cmty.leveld&did=150
Follow Menu path for Programs & Services to Youth Scholarship Programs.
Voice of Democracy
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000 to $25,000
Number of Awards: 60
Deadline: November 1
Education Level: grades 9 through 12
Eligibility: Applicant must attend a U. S. high school.
This is
an audio essay competition; not only must you write an essay, but you must also
deliver it as a speech (and record it on a cassette tape). The essay topic
changes each year and is posted at the top of the Web site. The VOD Student
Information page provides valuable information about the objectives of the
contest, which will help you craft your essay. The VOD National Scholarships
link lists the scholarships available under this program and their award
amounts. You can also read the past year’s winning essay, linked to the main
scholarship information page, to get a better idea of what the judges are
looking for. To learn how to apply, how to record your essay, and what the
judging criteria are, go to the VOD Ready Reference page. Note that you cannot
apply directly; a teacher or guidance counselor must nominate you to the local
VFW Post or the State Headquarters. A directory of State Headquarters is linked
to the Ready Reference page.
Veterans' Tribute Scholarship
Amount of Scholarship: $3,000 to $10,000
Number of Awards: 3
Deadline: December 31
Education Level: grades 10 through 12 (Ages 16-18)
Eligibility: Children and grandchildren, ages 15 through 18, of all U.S.
military veterans, active duty, Reserves and National Guard.
Points are given to entrants based on their personal academic achievement,
family VFW involvement and their parent's or grandparent's military service.
Entrants requesting consideration for the national scholarship program should
visit the web site above and provide the information shown to:
Veterans' Tribute Scholarship
VFW National Headquarters
406 West 34th Street, Suite 902
Kansas City, MO 64111
Women In Defense
HORIZONS Foundation Scholarship
Applicants must be women who are currently enrolled at an accredited university
or college, either full or part-time.
Both undergraduate and graduate students are eligible to apply; undergraduates
must have attained at least 60 credits. Applicants must demonstrate interest in
pursuing a career related to national security/national defense (criminal
justice and law enforcement are NOT acceptable), must demonstrate financial
need, have a minimum GPA of 3.25, and be a citizen of the United States. NOTE:
There are two deadlines for this scholarship. ALL application materials must be
received no later than November 1 for the following Spring semester, and no
later than July 1 for the following Fall semester. More details at:
http://wid.ndia.org/horizon/scholar.htm
TENFOLD Enterprises Scholarships for College
This award is available to students enrolled part- or full-time during the
2005-2006 academic year who are majoring in humanities and fine arts, behavioral
and social sciences, psychology, counseling, teaching and/or language arts.
Applicants must have a 2.0 GPA or higher, be US citizens residing in the US and
complete a 300-600 word essay on the topic provided on the sponsor's website:
http://www.tenfoldonline.com/scholarship
NOT OFFERED in 2007
Frank O'Neill Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor:
EasyAid.com
Award amount: $1,000.00
Deadline: December 31, 2007
This award is open to anyone aspiring to attend a university, college, trade
school, technical institute, vocational training or other post-secondary
education program in the 2006-2007 academic year. The criteria for the
scholarship are to write an essay of fewer than 750 words explaining why they
believe education is better or worse than their parents' generation. Explaining
your educational goals and financial need for the scholarship. More details
about submission can be found on the website:
http://www.easyaid.com/scholarship_form.html.
Computer Science Scholarship
Sponsor: EasyAid.com
Web Site:
http://www.easyaid.com/computer/
This $500 scholarship is for students who are majoring in any type of degree
that involves computers and computer science.
You are eligible if you will be attending any type of post-secondary educational
institution in the 2005-2006 or 2006-2007 school year. All entries are due on or
before March 15, 2006 midnight EST.
SuperCollege.com (High School)
General Scholarship Any 9th-12th grade high school student can apply for this
scholarship.
There are no age limits but you have to be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.
You may study any major and attend or plan to attend any accredited college or
university in the U.S.
Winners are chosen by a committee, which bases its decision primarily on the
submitted essay and academic and extracurricular achievements. More details can
be obtained at:
http://www.supercollege.com/central.cfm?area=13&cart=1
Science and Technology Competitions
The Collegiate Inventors Competition
Sponsor: National Inventors Hall of Fame
Web Site:
http://www.invent.org/collegiate/index.html.
Amount of Scholarship: $20,000
Number of Awards: 6
Deadline: June 1
Education Level: college undergraduates and graduate students
Eligibility: Applicant must be a full-time student.
This competition rewards students with talents in science, engineering,
mathematics, technology, and invention. Six prizes of $20,000 each are awarded.
To enter, you (or your team of up to four students) must come up with a useful,
original invention and prepare a paper describing it. You will also need to
recruit a faculty advisor to help you with the project and enter the competition
with you. Go to the Overview page to get a general idea of what the competition
is all about and what kind of inventions the judges are looking for
NSTA Student Competitions
Sponsor: Duracell, Inc. and the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)
Web Site:
http://www.nsta.org/awardscomp
Follow Links to Student Competition.
Education Level: grades K through 12
Eligibility: Applicant must be younger than the age of 21, and be a U. S.
citizen.
The National Science Teachers Association offers student competitions involving
science and inventions that are open to students in K-12, See the website for
more information.
To start, follow the instructions for the competitions shown on this web site
or ask your science teacher for help.
Intel International Science and Engineering Fair
ExploraVision Award
Sponsor: Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba American Group Companies, Toshiba
Sponsor: Intel and Science Service
Web Site:
http://www.sciserv.org/isef
Amount of Scholarship: $500 to $40,000
Number of Awards: 63 plus several special scholarships.
Deadline: varies
Education Level: grades 9 through 12
Eligibility: Applicant must be under the age of 21.
The International Science and Engineering Fair is the ultimate science fair,
with students from all over the world competing for scholarships and other
prizes, and a top of scholarship prize of $40,000 awarded to the two best
projects. The entire range of available scholarships is listed on the
Scholarships & Awards page. For more information about this program, read the
Background page. Then, go to Fair Affiliation to find a list of affiliated
science fairs in your state, as well as rules and guidelines that projects
entered in affiliated fairs must follow and the guidelines for judging projects.
When preparing your project, you will find lots of helpful information on the
Resources page. You will also find printable forms that you might need to submit
with your project on the Forms & Publications page. Because this competition is
so large and the rules are so complex, you should definitely enlist the help of
your science teacher if you are considering entering a project. Your science
teacher can help you come up with a viable project, follow the rules, properly
enter your project into the competition, and act as your sponsor.
Junior Science and Humanities Symposium
Intel Science Talent Search
Sponsor: Intel
Web Site:
http://www.sciserv.org/sts.
Amount of Scholarship: $5,000 to $100,000
Number of Awards: 39
Deadline: December 1
Education Level: high school seniors
Eligibility: Applicant must attend a U. S. high school or be a U. S. citizen.
The Science Talent Search is one of the oldest and most prestigious competitions
recognizing the best scientific research projects. Not only will becoming a
semifinalist or finalist net you scholarships of $2,000, eight second-place
scholarships of $6,000, and eight first-place scholarships of $16,000 are
awarded at the national level, plus regional winners receive $4,000
scholarships. To participate, you must present your research into one of the 48
participating regional symposia, so make certain that there is one in your
geographical area before you consider applying. You can also only get
application materials by contacting the director of your local regional
symposium directly.
Find a list of these regional symposia, along with contact
information, on the JSHS Regions page. Also read the More About JSHS page to
discover what the aims of the program are, how the competition works, and who is
eligible to participate. If you decide to enter, be sure to download the
official guidelines and score sheet, available in PDF format on the Guidelines
page.
Adobe Design Achievement Award
Sponsor:
Adobe Systems Incorporated
Eligibility: Students at post-secondary institutions in 30 countries
Web Site:
http://www.adobe.com/education/adaa/
Amount of Scholarship: First place award of $5,000
The Adobe® Design Achievement Awards celebrate student achievement reflecting
the powerful convergence of technology and the creative arts. The competition —
which showcases individual and group projects created with industry-leading
Adobe creative software — honors the most talented and promising student graphic
designers, photographers, illustrators, animators, digital filmmakers, and
computer artists from the world's top institutions of higher education.
The winner and other individual finalists will receive airfare and hotel
accommodations in San Francisco, software, and more.
Apple Scholars Program
Sponsor:
Apple
Web Site:
http://www.apple.com/education/students/scholars/
Amount of Scholarship: $2000 plus an Ipod and a MacBook
Deadline: May 15, 2007
Presenting Apple Scholars — a college scholarship program that rewards students
who use technology to solve problems creatively and learn more intuitively. Tell
us (then show us) your best work and you could win.
ThinkQuest Internet Challenge
Sponsor: ThinkQuest
Web Site:
http://www.thinkquest.org/.
Amount of Scholarship: $5,000 to $15,000
Number of Awards: 15 to 45
Deadline: May 1 Education Level: high school students.
Eligibility: Applicant must be between the ages of 12 and 19.
This prestigious program rewards students who have strong Internet and Web site
publishing skills. Students work in teams of two or three, along with one or
more adult coaches, to develop Web sites in different academic categories that
can be used as learning tools by other students. First, read How to Participate
to find out how to enter the competition. The Step by Step Instructions page
tells you exactly how to enter your team for consideration and how to submit
your application. To understand how the competition
works, read the ThinkQuest Rules, which outlines the application process and the
judging criteria. The FAQ also answers common questions about the competition.
Be sure to look at the Judging Feedback, which details the judging criteria and
provides some insight into what the judges are looking for in winning entries.
Art Scholarship contest
This site is not currently featuring a scholarship competition, but has in the
past. The competition may have been renewed since the last audit of the links.
BoundlessGallery.com
is accepting entries through August 15 for its scholarship contest. Entries will
be judged by a panel of art professionals. The contest winner will receive a
$500 scholarship, second place will receive $300 and third will receive $200.
All entries must be displayed on
www.BoundlessGallery.com
website to be considered for the contest. The contest is open to any student
enrolled in a accredited university in the U.S. and is limited to one entry per
artist. Winners will be announced on August 31 on the
BoundlessGallery.com
website.
Asta Foundation Scholarship
The Foundation offers over 20 scholarships for the most qualified students in a
bachelors, masters, doctoral, community college, or travel school program, and
to travel professionals seeking to further their education. Among all
requirements, students must have a 2.5 or greater GPA; be a resident, citizen or
legal alien of the US or Canada; submit proof of enrollment and coursework at
travel school, community/junior college, college or university. Web site:
http://www.asta.org/Education/content.cfm?ItemNumber=2552&navItemNumber=614
Liberal Arts Scholarship
Sponsor: The Straight Forward Media.
The Straight Forward Media offers scholarships exclusively to liberal arts
students. This award is available at multiple times throughout the year. More
details can be found on the website:
http://www.straightforwardmedia.com/liberal-arts/
The Sallie Mae Fund Scholarships
Sponsor: Sallie Mae.
Various Scholarships including:
The Sallie Mae Fund Unmet Need Scholarship Program
The Sallie Mae Fund First in My Family® Scholarship Program
The Sallie Mae Fund American Dream Scholarship Program
The Sallie Mae Fund Scholarship Program
The Sallie Mae 911 Education Fund Scholarship Program.
More details can be found on the website:
http://www.salliemaefund.org/bridging
Academic & Career Interest Scholarships
E-Publishers Scholarship
Sponsor: E-Publisher.
Award Amount: up to $10,000 available
Fall Deadline: Sept. 15, 2005
Web site:
http://www.elpublishers.com/content/uwsotherscholarships.php.
There are a number of scholarships available for university students. Half of
the available awards will go towards entrance scholarships, while the remainder
will be given to current undergraduate students. Field of study will have no
bearing on scholarship allocation. Recipients of the scholarships will be
determined based on quality of work submitted. Students must submit an essay no
longer than 500 words in response to one of the topics listed below.
Topic #1: In your opinion, what is the greatest invention of
the 21st century and why?
Topic #2: Do you think that North America is providing enough
support to those countries ravaged by the tsunami?
Topic #3: Tell us what you believe will be the most important
choice you have to make in order for you to be happy and successful.
Topic #4: Describe your ultimate dream job.
Submit Essay To:
www.elpublishers.com/content/univsubmit.php
AAHCPA Undergraduate Scholarship
Sponsor: American Association of Hispanic Certified Public Accountants (AAHCPA)
Web Site:
http://web.whittier.edu/resources/studentorgs/hsa1/scholarships.htm
Amount of Scholarship: not given
Number of Awards: not given
Deadline: September 15 Education Level: college undergraduates
Eligibility: Applicant must enroll in or have completed an intermediate-level
accounting course, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and be Hispanic.
As explained on the scholarship’s Web page, this scholarship is awarded based on
academic achievement, financial need, and community involvement. In addition to
the official application form, the scholarship program requires that several
supporting documents be included in the application package, which are also
listed on the Web page; be sure your application package is complete. To get a
copy of the application, scroll to the bottom of the page and click
Undergraduate Scholarship Application Form. You can fill out the form online and
then print it out for mailing.
AICPA Scholarship for Minority Accounting Students
Sponsor: American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Foundation
Web Site:
http://www.aicpa.org/members/div/career/mini/smas.htm.
Amount of Scholarship: up to $5,000
Number of Awards: around 300
Deadline: July 1
Education Level: college undergraduates and master’s students
Eligibility:
Applicant must be an undergraduate student with a declared major in accounting,
enroll in a master’s program in accounting with any undergraduate degree, or
enroll in a master’s program in accounting, business administration, finance, or
taxation with an undergraduate degree in accounting; be a full-time student;
have a minimum 3.0 GPA; have completed 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours of
college coursework, including at least six semester hours in accounting; and be
a member of a minority group. For this scholarship, eligible minorities include
African-Americans, Native Americans, Alaskan Natives, Pacific Islanders, and
Hispanics.
Financial need is also a factor when choosing the scholarship winners.
Frank L. Greathouse Government Accounting Scholarship
Sponsor: Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA)
www.virginia.edu/financialaid/NonUniversityScholarships/March/Accounting%20Under-Graduate%20Info.PDF
Amount of Scholarship: $2,000
Number of Awards: not given
Deadline: February 4 Education Level: college juniors
Eligibility: Applicant must enroll as a full-time student in an accounting
program, intend to enter a career or pursue graduate study in state or local
government finance, and be a U. S. or Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
To find information about this scholarship, click the Scholarships link under
Services and scroll down until you see the scholarship’s listing under Available
Scholarships. Return to the top of the frame and follow the GFOA Forms link to
get a copy of the application. Scroll down until you see the Scholarships
section, and click the Frank L. Greathouse Government Accounting Scholarship
link to view the application form in PDF format. The application provides a lot
more information about eligibility requirements and judging criteria.
KSCPA College Scholarship
Sponsor: Kentucky Society of Certified Public Accountants (KSCPA) Educational
Foundation
Web Site:
http://www.cpa2be.org/
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000
Number of Awards: 2
Deadline: January 30
Education Level: college sophomores and juniors
Eligibility: Applicant must have completed Principles of Accounting, be enrolled
in or have completed Intermediate Accounting, have a minimum overall GPA of 2.75
and an accounting GPA of 3.0, and attend a Kentucky college.
Two scholarships are given out each year under this program. The Web page
doesn’t provide a lot of information about the awards, but it does tell you what
the eligibility requirements are and what supporting documents you must submit
with your application. Contact the mailing address, toll-free phone number, or
e-mail address at the bottom of the page to request an application form. need to
submit an official application form to apply. Instead, send a letter containing
the information outlined at the bottom of the Web page, along with the requested
additional materials, to the address given.
National Society of Accountants Scholarships
Sponsor: National Society of Accountants (NSA) Scholarship Foundation
Web Site:
http://www.nsacct.org/index.asp
Amount of Scholarship: $500 to $2,000
Number of Awards: 33
Deadline: March 10
Education Level: college undergraduates
Eligibility: Applicant must major in accounting at a two-year or four-year U. S.
college, have a grade average of B or better, and be a U. S. or Canadian
citizen.
The Web page provides a brief overview of this scholarship program, which gives
out several different awards to accounting students. Follow the How to Apply
link to learn what the eligibility requirements for all of the scholarships are,
what documents your application package must contain, and how winners are
selected. The Special Awards section of this page describes the three special
scholarships awarded under this program, in addition to the 30 general
scholarships. Get a better idea of the judging criteria by looking over the
qualifications of the previous year’s scholarship winners; follow the Recipients
link from the main page. To apply, print copies of the application and the
appraisal forms, both of which are linked to the main page.
Robert Kaufman Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Independent Accountants International (IAI)
Web Site: American Society of Women Accountants:
http://www.accountingmajors.com/accountingmajors/scholarships/
Western Illinois University:
www.wiu.edu/scholarships
Amount of Scholarship: $250 to $5,000
Number of Awards: up to 20
Deadline: March 1
Education Level: college sophomores, juniors, and seniors and graduate students
Eligibility: Applicant must enroll as a full-time student in a degree program in
accounting and have a minimum 3.5 GPA in accounting.
This scholarship is awarded to students attending colleges and universities in
countries around the world. Each year, several different countries are selected
to be eligible for the award; these are listed at the top of the scholarship
program’s Web page. Make sure that the country where you attend college is one
of the selected countries before you apply. The amount of the scholarship
depends on the winner’s financial need, although the minimum scholarship of $250
is awarded without regard for financial need. The highest consideration is given
to undergraduate applicants. Obtain a copy of the scholarship application by
following the link at the top or bottom of the page. Your application must be
signed by an endorsing IAI member firm. To locate a firm near you, go to
http://www.accountants.org
click World Search, and drill down by region, country, state, and city. Mail the
application directly to the firm you choose and ask the firm to forward the
application to IAI headquarters; otherwise your application will be disregarded.
2005-06 Siemens Westinghouse Competition in Math, Science & Technology
Sponsor: Siemens Westinghouse Corp.
Award Amount: $1,000.00 to 50,000.00
Deadline: October 3, 2005.
Eligibility: The 2005-06 Competition is open to all senior high school students
who would like to submit an original science and math research project.
You may enter as an individual (if you will be a senior in September), or as
part of a team of two or three students (note: it is not necessary to have
seniors on the team). The Siemens Westinghouse Competition in Math, Science &
Technology recognizes remarkable talent early on, fostering individual growth
for high school students who are willing to challenge themselves through science
research. Through this competition, students have an opportunity to achieve
national recognition for science research projects that they complete in high
school. Students may submit research reports either individually or in teams of
two or three members. Impartial panels of research scientists from leading
universities and national laboratories judge the reports in the initial blind
reading. Students whose projects are selected for further competition, are
invited to give an oral and poster presentation at one of the six regional
events hosted by partner universities. At each of these regional competitions an
individual and a team are selected as Regional Winners. These students receive
scholarships and invitations to advance to the National Competition in
Washington, D.C. Note: Siemens scholarship may be used for any part of a
student's post high school education including books, tuition, room and board,
etc. Successful competition participants may apply for valuable internships at
Siemens operating companies. For more information and an application, visit:
http://www.siemens-foundation.org
The James Madison Graduate Fellowship
is seeking applicants committed to a career in teaching American history,
government, or social studies at the secondary level. If you are a secondary
school teacher or planning to become one you may be eligible. To apply or for
additional information please visit
www.jamesmadison.com
2005 Talbots Women's Scholarship Fund
Sponsor: Scholarship America.
Annual scholarship competition is available to:
Women currently residing in the US
Women who have earned a high school diploma or GED before
September 1995
Women enrolled or planning to enroll in a full or part time undergraduate course
of study at a two or four year college or university
Attending the 2005-06 academic year and receiving a degree no
earlier than May 2006
Have at least 24 credits or more remaining to complete their
undergraduate degree as of fall 2005
Please go to
www.talbots.com/about/scholar/scholar.asp
to apply.
Any questions should be addressed to Scholarship America at 507-931-1682.
AnyCollege.com
offers scholarships that are given away randomly to college bound students
regardless of GPA or test scores. To enter, go to
www.anycollege.com
and click on the "Win a Scholarship" button that is located on the home page.
$1000 scholarships are given away on a quarterly basis. More details can be
found on the website:
www.anycollege.com
U.S. Bank Scholarship
will award up to 30 $1000 scholarship to high school seniors planning to attend
accredited two or four year colleges full-time next fall. Scholarship recipients
are selected through a random drawing process. Students can apply online by
visiting the U.S. Bank web site at:
www.usbank.com/studentbanking
The National Federation of The Blind (NFB)
offer scholarship awards ranging in value from $1250 to $12,000. The scholarship
is open to any legally blind student residing or studying in the U.S. Any field
of study at any accredited institution.
OPEN TO:
Legally blind people pursuing postsecondary education. For one of the $3,000
scholarships, preference will be given to a person working full-time who is
pursuing a part-time course of study.
SELECTION BASED ON: Academic excellence, service to the community, and financial
need. Unsuccessful applicants are urged to reapply.
Request application form and additional information. Each applicant will be
considered for all scholarships for which he/she qualifies. Multiple
applications are unnecessary.
Submit application form along with cover letter, transcripts, two letters of
recommendation, and a letter from the state president or other officer of the
National Federation of the Blind.
CONTACT: Peggy Elliott
Chair for the Nat'l Federation of the Blind Scholarship Committee.
Website:
http://www.nfb.org
Navy ROTC Scholarship
offers a full tuition scholarship for four years, full costs of textbooks, and
$250-400 a month allowance.
To apply, you need to be at least a junior in high school, be an American
citizen, and have at least a 22 Math/22 English on the ACT. For more information
about NROTC or to start your application, go to
http://www.navy.com/careers/nrotc/
Navy Nurse ROTC Scholarship offers a full tuition scholarship for four years
while you pursue a BSN, full costs of textbooks, and $250-400 a month allowance.
To apply, you need to be at least a junior in high school, be an American
citizen, and have at least a 22 Math/22 English on the ACT. For more information
or to begin your application, go to
http://www.navy.com/careers/nrotc/
Horatio Alger Association
(For Juniors)
Offers financial assistance to students throughout the nation who have financial
need and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal
adversity.
Scholarship criteria also include graduation in spring/summer 2006, commitment
to pursuing a bachelor's degree, and US citizenship.
Students may apply online at
www.horatioalger.com/scholarships
beginning June 1- October 15, 2005
The Tylenol Scholarship
will award $250,000 in 2005 to outstanding students who are pursuing
health-related careers, including ten $10,000 grants and 150 $1000 grants. Get
more information and apply online at
http://www.tylenol.com/page.jhtml?id=tylenol/news/subptyschol.inc.
Application deadline is April 30th each year.
Mediacom Communications
is offering $50,000 in scholarships to senior high school students in 5 states
where it conducts business.
Applications can be obtained via the Internet at
www.mediacomworldclass.com
Scholarship selection will be based on academic achievement, leadership,
participation in school activities, honors received, references and
participation in community activities. Applications must be postmarked on or
before April 15th each year.
Best Buy
is offering scholarships for good grades and outstanding community service. To
learn more, visit
http://communications.bestbuy.com/communityrelations/scholarships.asp.
Interested students should apply February 15th each year.
Advertising, Marketing, and Public Relations
National Ad 2 Scholarship Challenge
D. W. Simpson & Company Actuarial Science Scholarships
Sponsor: D. W. Simpson & Company
Web Site:
http://www.dwsimpson.com/scholar.html
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000
Number of Awards: 2 general scholarships per semester
Deadline: July 15 and November 15
Education Level: college juniors
Eligibility: Applicant must major in actuarial science, have passed at least one
actuarial exam, have a minimum 3.4 GPA in actuarial science and a minimum 3.0
GPA overall, and be a U. S. citizen or permanent resident.
American Advertising Federation (AAF)
Sponsor: American Advertising Federation (AAF)
Web Site:
Amount of Scholarship: $500
Number of Awards: 1
Deadline: March 29
Education Level: college sophomores and juniors
Eligibility: Applicant must major in advertising or a closely related field at a
four-year U.S. or Canadian college, be a member of an AAF College Chapter, and
have a grade average of C or better.
For this scholarship, you have to create an application package that
demonstrates your advertising skills by really selling yourself to the
scholarship judges. Follow the rules as outlined to create a print, radio, or
television ad for you. Print out a copy of the entry form, which is linked to
the Web page, to include with your entry. You might also want to explore the
rest of the Web site to find out what National Ad 2 is all about.
Other awards available can be found at the AAF website's College Connections
tab. Use the following for a direct link:
http://www.aaf.org/college/other_awards.html
National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
Sponsor: National Strength and Conditioning Association
Web Site:
http://www.nsca-lift.org/Foundation/
The National Strength and Conditioning Association financially support higher
education of students pursuing a career in the strength and conditioning field,
and facilitates and disseminates strength and conditioning research. The NSCA
supports several different grants. For a complete list, visit the web site at:
http://www.nsca-lift.org/Foundation/.
FOARE Scholarship
Sponsor: Foundation for Outdoor Advertising Research and Education (FOARE)
Web site:
http://www.oaaa.org/foundation
Mission: Support the growth and development of the industry charitable
foundation focused on research and education.
Established in 1930, the Foundation for Outdoor Advertising Research and
Education (FOARE) is a 501 (c) (3) charitable foundation fostering research and
education on issues of critical importance to the future of the outdoor
advertising industry and all its stakeholders. FOARE projects are designed to
support critical and innovative research and education programs vital to the
future of outdoor advertising. FOARE projects help ensure that outdoor
advertising is competitive and a preferred means for marketing and promotion.
Applications for the scholarship can be found at this site:
http://www.oaaa.org/foundation/files/foare_scholar_brochure_2006.pdf
Aerospace Sciences and Engineering
AIAA Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship
Sponsor: American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Foundation
Web:
http://www.aiaa.org/
Click on the Students and Educators tab; then on the Scholarships link.
Amount of Scholarship: $2,000 per year (renewable)
Number of Awards: at least 3 Deadline: January 31
Education Level: college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors
Eligibility: Applicant must intend to pursue a career in an aeronautics or
astronautics related field, have completed one quarter or semester of full-time
study at an accredited college, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and be a U. S. citizen
or permanent resident.
This scholarship program awards one-$2,000 scholarship to at least one rising
sophomore, one rising junior, and one rising senior, each year. The Web page
describes the objectives of the program, the scholarship’s eligibility
requirements, and the selection criteria. Read this valuable information
carefully to determine if you would make a good candidate. To qualify, you must
plan to work in a field related to the technical activities of AIAA, so you had
better understand what those activities are; go to the AIAA home page to learn
more. Even though you don’t have to be a member of AIAA to apply for the
scholarship, you do have to become a member before you can accept it; learn more
about becoming a student member by following the Membership link on the left
hand side of the page. If you would like to apply, print out a text version of
the application form.
Donald K. ‘‘Deke’’ Slayton Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: American Astronautical Society
Web Site:
http://www.astronautscholarship.org/slayton.html
Amount of Scholarship: $5,000
Number of Awards: 1
Deadline: February 1
Education Level: college juniors and seniors and graduate students Eligibility:
Applicant must major in engineering, intending to pursue a career in
astronautics, have a minimum 3.5 GPA, be a full-time student at an accredited
college or university, and be a U. S. citizen or permanent resident.
This scholarship is intended for students who want to pursue a career in
astronautics, and applicants must demonstrate this intent through their
scholastic plans. You will find more detailed information about the judging
criteria on the Web page, as well as instructions for submitting the application
and additional materials. Follow the link at the bottom of the page to open and
print a PDF copy of the application.
Kelly Engineering Resources (Troy, MI)
is now accepting entries for its third annual Future Engineers Scholarship
program. The winner will receive a $5000 scholarship to be used for educational
expenses in 2006. The engineering personnel firm created the program, which
recognizes exceptional engineering students, to boost student interest in
engineering careers, and alleviate shortages in the field, and foster excellence
in engineering. All sophomore- and junior-level college engineering students are
eligible. The contest consists of several essays on various engineering topics.
Candidates will also be evaluated based on outstanding academic performance as
well as on their potential for and interest in an engineering career. The prize
will be awarded in December 2005.
Submission materials, guidelines, and essay questions are available on-line.
Web Site:
http://www.kellyengineering.us/web/us/ker/en/pages/scholarships.html
Submissions must be received by June 30.
Montana Space Grant Consortium Scholarships and Fellowships
Sponsor: Montana Space Grant Consortium
Web Site:
http://www.montana.edu/wwwnss/scholarships.shtml
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000 to full tuition and a stipend of $15,000
(renewable)
Number of Awards: not given
Deadline: March 24
Education Level: college undergraduates and graduate students Eligibility:
Applicant
must study an aero space related field, be a full-time student at a
Montana Space Grant Consortium college or university, and be a U. S. citizen.
Under this program, scholarships for $1,000 are awarded to undergraduates, and
graduate students receive full-tuition fellowships plus an annual stipend of
$15,000. These awards are given to students who are studying a field related to
aerospace sciences and engineering, which can include biology, chemistry,
geology, physics, engineering, or computer science, depending on your academic
interests and career goals. Be prepared to justify why your field of study is
related to the goals of the Montana Space Grant Consortium in your application.
Participating Montana campuses are listed on the Web page. If you decide to
apply, print out the text application for either the undergraduate scholarship
or graduate fellowship, and follow the instructions given at the bottom of the
form. (Make certain that the form is correct for the current school year, or
obtain a current application from the contact person listed on the page.)
For a more complete listing of grant scholarships available contact the
following:
http://www.advocacy-net.com/fellowmks.htm
or
Careers in Agriculture Scholarship
Sponsors: Various Organizations
Web Sites:
http://www.siu.edu/~coagr/pages/services.html
Amount of Scholarship: Varies by Organization
Deadline: Varies by Organization
Education Level: Varies by Organization
Eligibility: Applicant must usually enroll in a livestock- or agronomy-related
program at a two year or four-year college.
NDPRB Undergraduate Scholarships
Sponsor: National Dairy Promotion and Research Board (NDPRB)
Web Site:
http://www.dairycheckoff.com/DairyCheckoff/AboutUs/Scholarship/
Amount of Scholarship: $1,500 to $2,500
Number of Awards: up to 20
Deadline: March 31
Education Level: college sophomores and juniors
Eligibility: Applicant must enroll in a dairy food science, technology, or
marketing program.
Nineteen scholarships of $1,500 each are awarded under this program, and the
best applicant receives an additional $2,500 scholarship. The Web page describes
the scholarship, what the sponsor is looking for in a successful applicant, how
to submit your application, and the additional materials you must include with
the completed application form. You can also download a PDF version of the
application form for printing. The application form itself lists more detailed
selection criteria and application instructions.
Extracurricular Activity Scholarships
ARRL Foundation Scholarships
Sponsor: American Radio Relay League (ARRL) Foundation
Web Site:
http://www.arrl.org/arrlf/scholgen.html
Amount of Scholarship: $500 to $5,000
Number of Awards: not given
Deadline: February 1
Education Level: high school seniors, college undergraduates, and graduate
students.
Bowling
Evan S. (Red) Stuart Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Indiana Bowling Association
Web Site:
http://www.iba-bowler.org/Stuart_Page.htm
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000 (renewable for four years)
Number of Awards: 1
Deadline: February 1
Education Level: high school seniors
Eligibility: Applicant must be a member of the Young American Bowling Alliance,
have amateur status in all athletics, enroll in a bachelor’s degree program at
an Indiana college or enroll in an associate’s degree program in bowling center
management or lane maintenance at an Indiana community college, and be male.
Charles (Bud) Fridlin Scholarship
Sponsor: Indiana Bowling Association (IBA)
Web Site:
http://www.iba-bowler.org/Fridlin_Page.htm
Amount of Scholarship: not given
Number of Awards: 9
Deadline: February 1
Education Level: high school seniors
Eligibility: Applicant must bowl in a sanctioned league and attend an Indiana
high school.
One member of each of the nine districts of IBA wins this scholarship for young
bowlers. This Web page details the eligibility requirements and conditions of
this scholarship for male bowlers. The application instructions are listed at
the bottom of the page. Be sure to follow them exactly, or your application
won’t be considered.
Scholarship Contest for Huge Experiences
Sponsor: American Whitewater and the Academy of Huge Experiences
Web site:
http://www.americanwhitewater.org/archive/article/1344/
Amount: $5,000.
Eligibility: Be the author of the best original composition describing a
remarkable river experience.
Have you ever thought of attending Huge Experiences, the best high school for
kayakers in the world? Want to go to Chile and New Zealand and paddle amazing
rivers in the afternoon after school? Have you had a remarkable experience on
the river that you want to write about? If so, here’s an opportunity to receive
a $5,000 Academic Scholarship and find yourself studying on the banks of, and
then paddling, the best rivers in the United States, Chile and New Zealand,
including the Ottowa, Dries of the New, Kaituna, and Pucon…
THE RULES:
Applicant must be thirteen to eighteen years old.
· Only one composition per member per category will be accepted.
· Entry must be solely the work of the applicant; plagiarized entries will not
be accepted.
· Previously published works will not be accepted.
· All entries become the property of American Whitewater and Huge Experiences.
· A panel of faculty from American Whitewater and Huge Experiences will judge
entries.
· Decisions of the panel are final.
SUBMISSION:
· All entries must include a cover letter that lists: your name, address, phone
number, e-mail address, current grade level, and your high school name and
address.
· Entries may be fiction, non-fiction, poetry or news writing.
· Entries must be double-spaced and no more than 1,500 words in length.
· All entries must be submitted via email, as an attachment in Word document or
Acrobat PDF format to:
DEADLINE Entries must be received by August 8, 2005. Entries submitted after
this date will not be considered.
AWARD: $5,000 Academic Scholarship to the author of the best original
composition. The Winner and all other applicants will be notified via e-mail
and/or by mail no later than August 15, 2005.
For more information contact David Hughes at:
www.hugeexperiences.com
or (423) 902-2029
Athletics
Linda Riddle/ SGMA Endowed Scholarship
Sponsor: Women’s Sports Foundation
http://www.womenssportsfoundation.org/templates/grants/grant/featured.html.
Amount of Scholarship: $1,500
Number of Awards: not given
Deadline: December 8
Education Level: high school seniors
Eligibility: Applicant must be a student athlete, be a full-time student, be
female, and be a U. S. citizen or permanent resident.
First, read the History of the Program to understand this scholarship’s goals,
which may affect how you present your application. Underneath that title are the
Guidelines and Application for the scholarship, which tell you if you are
eligible for the scholarship and how to apply. You can also download a PDF copy
of the application form for printing and filling out. This is a $10,000
scholarship to an athlete who has participated in interscholastic activities and
community service and who plans to pursue a sports-related career.
NCAA Scholarships
Sponsor: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Web Site:
http://www.ncaa.org/about/scholarships.html
Amount of Scholarship: $3,000 to $12,500
Number of Awards: not given
Deadline: varies
Education Level: high school students, college undergraduates, and graduate
students
Eligibility: Applicant must either be a student athlete at an NCAA member
institution or study an eligible sports-related field.
This page provides an overview of NCAA’s scholarship program. To find NCAA
scholarships for your sport, click the Sponsorships link at the top of the page;
then search for colleges that sponsor your sport to obtain the contact
information for athletic scholarships given at that school. Follow the
Eligibility link to find out if you meet the eligibility requirements to be an
NCAA student-athlete and can thus receive scholarships.
Noyce Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Indiana State University
Web Site:
gejdg@isugw.indstate.edu
Amount of Scholarship: Up to $10,000 per year plus $2000 for room and board
based on need.
Number of Awards: Five transfer students plus up to three transition-to-teaching
students
Education: Intended for graduates/transfer from Indiana's community colleges and
for mid-career changes.
Indiana State University is working to help address a shortage of mathematics
and science teachers in urban schools by recruiting both transfer students from
two-year colleges and professionals who can use existing degrees in math and
sciences as a launching pad to careers in teaching.
A $491,303 National Science Foundation grant will fund stipends of up to $10,000
per year for five transfer students and two to three transition-to-teaching
students. The grant is one of 16 highly competitive awards funded by the NSF
this year through the Robert Noyce Scholarship Program. The Noyce Program
estimates 250,000 math and science teachers will be needed nationwide over the
next decade.
New teachers will be needed both to replace those who will be retiring in coming
years and to serve increasing numbers of students, particularly in urban areas,
said Charles Amlaner, professor of ecology and organismal biology. The grant
will allow ISU to increase the number of math and science teachers it graduates
each year by 25 percent, Amlaner said.
“Our program is unique because it partners faculty in the sciences with the
College of Education to create a problem-based learning environment,” said Jay
Gatrell, administrative fellow in ISU’s College of Arts and Sciences and
assistant professor of geography.
“What also makes our program distinct is an emphasis on urban areas, a
partnership with the Indianapolis Public Schools, and a commitment on the part
of teachers who graduate from our program to teach in a high needs school,”
Gatrell said.
“The dual approach of recruiting both transfer students from Ivy Tech Community
Colleges and Vincennes University as well as appealing to those who would seek a
mid-career change through the transition to teaching program offers a rich mix
of students to meet the pressing challenges in the math and science areas,” said
Robert Williams, dean of Indiana State’s College of Education.
Indiana State’s nationally recognized Professional Development School program
includes five schools within the Indianapolis Public Schools system: Arlington
and Northwest high schools, McFarland Middle School, and Brandes (IPS School No.
65) and Miller (IPS School No. 114) elementary schools. ISU faculty hope to
utilize those schools for teacher training for Noyce Scholarship recipients.
“A large concentration of industries that demand skilled workers in the
sciences, such as Eli Lilly and Co., also makes the Indianapolis area attractive
for real-world problem-solving,” Amlaner said.
For additional information, or to apply for a Noyce Scholarship Program award at
Indiana State, contact Gatrell at (812) 237-2785 or
gejdg@isugw.indstate.edu