Bruce Lee Foundation Scholarship - $1000

The Bruce Lee Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2013 scholarship. The Bruce Lee Foundation Scholarship Program was founded eleven years ago and the program has been growing ever since. The purpose of the Scholarship Program is to provide a financial award of $1,000.00 to one or more students who understand, appreciate and exemplify Bruce Lee’s passion for education as well as his qualities of honest expression, forward thought, self-exploration, and assertiveness. The scholarships are available to students age 16 and older who will be attending or are already attending a two-year college, four-year university, or licensed trade and vocational school in the United States. Criteria used in evaluating applicants include, but is not limited to, involvement in extra-curricular activities/community service/work experience, future potential and knowledge of Bruce Lee.

The scholarship is open to high school seniors and above. All scholarships will be paid directly to the educational institution that the applicant is currently attending or will be attending. This scholarship may be used to cover the costs of tuition, books, fees, and room and board. Proof of enrollment must be provided prior to disbursement of the scholarship. The total amount awarded to each recipient will be $1,000.00.

Deadline: June 14, 2013. Award: $1000

More info and application: http://bruceleefoundation.com/index.cfm/page/CLICK-HERE-FOR-2013-BLF-APPLICATION/pid/10731

 

    

Congressional Black Caucus Spouses Education Scholarship

Deadline: June 6, 2013. Award: Varies

This scholarship does not have a specific major requirement, and is open to students of all academic fields.

Eligibility
To be eligible for the CBC Spouses Education Scholarship, applicants must:

· Be preparing to pursue an undergraduate or graduate degree full-time or be a current full-time student in good academic standing at an accredited college or university
· Have a minimum 2.5 GPA
· Exhibit leadership ability and participate in community service activities

* Preference will be given to students living in or attending school in the district of an African-American member of Congress.

Application Materials
The completed online application must be submitted by close of business (5 p.m. EST) on June 6, 2013.  The additional required materials must be received by our office by the close of business (5.pm.m EST) on the deadline date. The following items will be requested through the online application:

1. A completed application form
2. A personal statement essay from the student (500-1,000 words) that addresses all four (4) of the topics listed on the application in one cohesive essay
3. Two (2) letters of recommendation. One recommendation should come from a community or public service leader (i.e. church leader, community leader, volunteer organization). Email addresses will be requested of each recommender for electronic submission of the letter. Hard copy letters will not be accepted.
4. Copy of detailed Federal Student Aid Report (SAR); this report comes from the US Department of Education, not your institution
5. One (1) page resume listing extracurricular activities, honors, employment, community service and special skills
6. A recent photograph suitable for publication; i.e., a cap and gown picture, or other professional quality and professionally dressed photograph

More info and application: http://www.cbcfinc.org/cbcs-education

Migrant Farmworker Baccalaureate Scholarship

The deadline for this scholarship is annually by July 1st, 2013. Award: $2000

The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial support to a deserving student with a history of migrating for employment in agriculture who has successfully completed one year of college. This support will cover expenses beyond what the youth is entitled to in federal/state and other scholarship assistance. This scholarship is designed to assist the youth in obtaining a baccalaureate degree without being encumbered with substantial debt.

This scholarship is made available through a generous endowment from a concerned individual for the education of children of migrant farmworkers. The donor wishes to remain anonymous. More info and application: http://www.migrant.net/migrant/scholarships/mfb.htm

Kids' Chance of Arizona Scholarships

To children of deceased or severely injured Arizona Workers. Kids' Chance of Arizona mission is to fulfill the dreams of many children who cannot reach their potential without help. A legitimate on-the-job accident is devastating not only to the individual employee but to the employee's children. It is the child who looks to the parent for sustenance, guidance, and support. Though the parent always wants more for their child than they had, the future dreams for a better life are often shattered when a parent experiences an industrial injury. This program is designed to keep those future dreams alive.

To qualify for help, the parent's work-related injury or death must have led to a substantial decline in family income. The applicant must be between the ages of 16 and 25 and meet academic standards set by Kids' Chance of Arizona. The scholarship is good for one semester, but the applicant must maintain acceptable grades each quarter in order to continue.

More info: http://www.azkidschance.org/

Application: http://www.azkidschance.org/scholarshipapplication.php

Helping Hands for Single Moms Scholarship

When a single mom first enrolls in college, her family situation often becomes worse before it gets better. In addition to midterms, finals and term papers, the single mom must attempt to live on inadequate financial resources while maintaining a household, managing transportation challenges, and nurturing her children. She is juggling school, family and work while facing loneliness, isolation, and low self-esteem. Together, these are significant challenges that often converge and can lead to dropping out of school. In order to facilitate success, Helping Hands for Single Moms provides a supportive program.

Helping Hands for Single Moms Scholarship requirements: 

-Any single mom living in Central Phoenix, Chandler, Gilbert or Queen Creek (within Maricopa County), OR is attending Phoenix College, South Mountain Community College, Chandler-Gilbert Community College,  Grand Canyon Univ. or the campus of ASU Downtown or ASU Tempe.
Nursing Students, Please Note: you must already be on the waiting list OR in nursing school in order to apply.

SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL APPLICANTS:

• Have US Citizenship and reside in Maricopa County, Arizona
• Registered in college and have a cumulative GPA  2.8 or better
• Carry minimum of nine (9) credit hours per semester
• Have at least one child under age 11 living with you
• Attend and participate in the Single Moms Network meetings each month
• Be a responsible and responsive program participant
• May not reside with a domestic partner

More info: http://helpinghandsforsinglemoms.org/program-overview/application

University of Arizona Scholarships!

The University of Arizona scholarship website lets you view details about scholarships you are eligible for and choose to apply for them through the site. 

Answer questions that scholarship sponsors ask and match up to scholarships you are eligible.

The scholarship profile page allows you to edit your personal information and revisit previously answered questions.

Click here: https://scholarshipuniverse.arizona.edu/splash/splash.aspx

NAU scholarships and financial aid!

The Northern Arizona University financial website will help you find scholarship whether you are a incoming undergrad, grad student or a parent.

There's a net price calculator is designed to help you estimate your scholarship and financial aid options.  Please be sure to complete the entire process to ensure the best possible results.   

Click here: http://nau.edu/finaid/

ASU - 70 Scholarships available!

Arizona State University scholarship page search on the ASU website. There are over 70 scholarship available. Use there search filters to suit your requirements.

Click here: https://scholarships.asu.edu/

Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation Scholarships

General Scholarship Opportunities

AFFCF provides $2,500 a semester for university students and $1,000 a semester for community college or vocational school students. The scholarship process is competitive. Scholarship funds are given out on a first come, first served basis, giving preference to those students applying to renew their current AFFCF scholarships.

Blavin Scholarship Opportunity (offered at Northern Arizona University only)

A partnership between Paul/Amy Blavin, NAU and AFFCF is helping Arizona’s children in foster care earn bachelor’s degrees and confidently begin the rest of their lives. The Blavin/AFFCF Scholars Program is designed to help children in the foster care system navigate their way through a large bureaucratic system and improve their academic experience by providing tools and services such as:

• Academic assistance (planning and skill-building)
• Financial Aid assistance
• Career and personal assistance
• Year-round housing and summer employment
• Consistent university health services contact
• Faculty Mentor and leadership

Deadline: August 9, 2013

More info: http://www.affcf.org/scholarships/scholarship-opportunities/

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Automotive Hall of Fame Scholarship

The program has specific scholarships for incoming freshmen and upper-level undergraduate students with an interest in an automotive career. All of the scholarships are based on financial needs and with the usual minimum GPA requirement of 3.0.

To be eligible for a scholarship you must:

• Submit a completed application form indicating a sincere interest in an automotive career.
• Provide an official transcript of all academic work.
• Submit two letters of recommendation supporting your automotive interests.
• Submit a letter of acceptance for an associate, bachelor, or masters program.
• Be accepted at an accredited college, university or trade school within the United States at the time of application.
• Students attending a technical training school may also apply (trade school should equal a two-year associate program).
• Student must be a United States citizen or in the United States on a Student Visa.
• Must be enrolled full-time.
• Must have 3.0 GPA or higher.

Entries must be postmarked between Feb 1 and June 30. 

Faxes not accepted.

Those chosen to receive scholarships will be contacted during August.

Scholarship checks are sent to the schools in August and are to be used for tuition and lab fees for that calendar year.

More info: http://www.automotivehalloffame.org/education/scholarships

BBG Communications Scholarship - $1000

The BBG Communications scholarship is designed for students between the ages of 16 and 21 who are currently in or will be attending an institution of higher education in the Fall of 2013 interested in the information and communications technology industry. 

Value: $1,000 Deadline: June 30, 2013 (11:59 ET)

To be considered eligible for the BBG Communications Scholarship you must:

A) Be between the ages of 16 and 21 on June 30, 2013

B) Submit answers to the two essay questions, which can be found on the application page, prior to the June 30, 2013 deadline.

C) Have at least one full year of post secondary studies remaining at the time of the award

D) Have a GPA of 2.5 or greater.

E) Be a citizen of the United States or Canada

The scholarship winner will be announced on or around July 30, 2013 and will be posted on this website immediately after. All applications must be received by 11:59pm ET on June 30. No late applications will be reviewed.

More info: http://www.breylancommunications.com/bbgcommunications/132/scholarships.php

2013 LETENDRE EDUCATION FUND SCHOLARSHIP - $2,000

The National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth provides scholarship assistance to students who are homeless or have experienced homelessness through the LeTendre Education Fund for Homeless Children. The Fund was established in 1998 in memory of André E. LeTendre, husband of Mary Jean LeTendre, former Director of Compensatory Education for the U.S. Department of Education. 

The LeTendre Fund is administered by the National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth.

There will be a minimum of two $2,000 scholarships awarded annually. The scholarship is a one-time award. Additional financial support may be available for scholars in subsequent years.

Upon submission of evidence that you have enrolled in a post secondary program, the scholarship will be provided and may be used to help defray the costs of college tuition, fees, books, prep courses, or other educational expenses.

LeTendre scholarship funds are available to students who are homeless or who have been homeless during their K-12 school attendance, and who have demonstrated average or higher than average achievement

Students' applications will be evaluated on:

1) Demonstrated commitment to education during the experience of homelessness;
2) Academic achievement and accomplishments;
3) Potential impact of the scholarship for the student’s educational career and discussion of how the scholarship money would be used.
4) Statement of goals and career interests; and
5) Grammar and use of language.

Applicants should write essays with these criteria in mind. The essay is the most important component of the application; letters of recommendation are also very important.

Deadline: June 14, 2013

More info: http://www.naehcy.org/letendre-scholarship-fund/about-the-fund

Abbott & Fenner Business Consultant 2013 Scholarship - $1000

Abbott & Fenner are committed to continuing our efforts at helping those who have the desire and ambition to succeed.
The winner(s) of this annual scholarship will receive their award within 2 weeks of the listed deadline. All applicants should include their full name and mailing address with their submissions.

RENEWED DEADLINE: June 14, 2013

AWARD VALUE: $1,000 

• The A&F Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution.

To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay on the topic below. The essay should be between 500 and 1000 words. Your submissions must be sent to us by email at: scholarships@abbottandfenner.com

• What have you done outside the classroom that demonstrates qualities sought after by the post secondary institution that you are hoping to attend? Also, which of these qualities means the most to you? 

More info: http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm

NNOGC Four -Year Petroleum Industry Scholarship

Current Semester Scholarship Offered: Starting Fall Semester 2013
Deadline: 06/07/2013 @ 5:00 PM

Navajo Nation Oil and Gas Company (NNOGC) will provide up to two, four-year scholarships for Navajo undergraduates pursuing a bachelor’s degree in geology or petroleum, mechanical, or chemical engineering. The four-year scholarship will cover the student’s tuition, books and campus living expenses during their pursuit of a qualified degree.

The scholarship award will begin with the fall 2013 semester and we are now accepting applications from students who desire a career in the oil and gas industry. The scholarship opportunity is open to students entering college in fall 2013 or who are continuing college in 2013. All program requirements and deadlines are set forth in the application link below.

Deadline for the 2013 Four-Year Petroleum Industry Scholarship
is June 07, 2013, 5:00 p.m. MST.

More info: http://www.nnogc.com/NNOGCFourYearPetroleumScholarship.html

National Sculpture Society Scholarship - $2000

Scholarships of $2,000 each are available for students of figurative or representational sculpture.

Scholarships are paid directly to the academic institution through which the student applies. The educational institution the student attends must be an accredited U.S. institution. Please note that work that is inspired by nature - or figurative or realist sculpture - is preferred.

The submission deadline is June 3, 2013. Award: $2000

Applications must be in NSS’ office by that date.

Scholarship applications are reviewed by the NSS Education Committee, which is comprised of professional sculptors. All scholarship moneys are awarded directly to the educational institution through which the student applies, to be credited towards that student's tuition. The educational institution the student attends must be an accredited U.S. institution.

More info: http://www.nationalsculpture.org/nssN/index.cfm/fa/cProg.scholarships

Stuart A. Robertson Memorial Scholarship - $7500

The Actuary of Tomorrow – Stuart A. Robertson Memorial Scholarship recognizes and encourages the academic achievements of undergraduate students pursuing a career in actuarial science.

Applicants must be full-time students entering as a sophomore, junior or senior, must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on 4.0 scale) and must have successfully completed two actuarial exams. The Actuarial Foundation will award the selected candidate/s $7,500 for education expenses at any accredited U.S. educational institution.  For additional information, contact The Actuarial Foundation at Scholarships@ActFnd.org. 

Award: $7500. Deadline: June 1, 2013

More info: http://www.actuarialfoundation.org/programs/actuarial/robertson.shtml

Duck Brand Duct Tape "Stuck At Prom" Competition - $5000

To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must make their high school prom attire out of Duck brand duct tape. Applicants must submit one photo of themselves - as a single entry or as a couple entry - in their duct tape prom attire to be judged on workmanship, originality, use of colors, accessories, and use of Duck Brand duct tape. Applicants must be legal residents of the United States or Canada, including the District of Columbia, but excluding Colorado, Maryland, Vermont, Puerto Rico, and the Province of Quebec. Applicants must be 14 years of age or older at the time of entry and be attending a high school, home school association, or other school-sanctioned prom in 2013.

Deadline: June 5, 2013. Award: $5000

More info: http://duckbrand.com/promotions/stuck-at-prom

VSA Playwright Discovery Award - $1000

This award is for students in 6th through 12th grade who are US citizens or permanent residents. Applicants are invited to take a closer look at the world around them, examine how disability affects their lives and the lives of others, and express their views through the art of playwriting. Applicants must submit a one-act play script on the subject of disability; entries may be the work of an individual student or a collaboration by a group or class of students. Playwrights can write from their own experience or about an experience in the life of another person or a fictional character. Young playwrights with and without disabilities are encouraged to submit a script. The five award recipients receive a $1,000 cash award and a trip to Washington, DC over Labor Day weekend to participate in workshops and view a reading of their work on stage.

Deadline: June 1, 2013. Award: $1000

More info: http://www.kennedy-center.org/education/vsa/programs/playwright_discovery.cfm

Copyright Awareness Scholarship - $5000

This scholarship is for students between 13 and 25 years of age at the time of application. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited secondary school or post-secondary institution of higher learning (college, university, or trade school). To apply for this scholarship, applicants must submit a creative video presentation between 30 seconds and 3 minutes that would be used to educate their peers on the importance of intellectual property and copyright law. See website for more details.

Deadline: June 1, 2013. Award: $5000

Website: http://www.mpa.org/content/hey-students-applications-are-now-open-2013-copyright-awareness-scholarship

Navajo Generating Station Navajo scholarship

Scholarship details

Award amounts are determined by the NGS Scholarship Committee following an evaluation of the Financial Needs Analysis of each applicant. Undergraduate scholarships are renewable until the bachelor's degree is earned. There is no funding available for graduate students.

The NGS Scholarship Committee reviews all applications. Awards are made based on the field of study, and academic excellence and achievement. Successful candidates will be notified by e-mail. All decisions of the NGS Scholarship Committee are final.

Eligibility

• Applicants must be enrolled members of the Navajo Nation who will be full-time students at an accredited college or university.
• Priority will be given to the math, engineering and environmental studies.
• Recipients must be juniors in college during the time the scholarship is used and must have, and maintain, a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Deadline: June 5, 2013

More info: http://www.srpnet.com/education/grants/navajo.aspx#4

Joe Francis Haircare Scholarship - $1000

To be considered, applicant must be currently applying for entrance into Cosmetology/Barber School, OR actively enrolled in a Cosmetology/Barber program. One Page Essay In Your Own Words Describing: Your financial need, Your ambitions, interests, and a brief family history, Why you want to be a cosmetologist. Two letters of recommendation. Deadline: June 1, 2013. Award: $1000

More info: http://www.joefrancis.com/

U.S. Bank Scholarship Program - $1000

At U.S. Bank, They know paying for college can be challenging, especially with the cost of college tuition increasing and student financial aid sources decreasing. Here’s an opportunity to apply for one of 40 $1,000 scholarships.

Deadline:  May 31, 2013. Award:  $1,000

Their Scholarship Program is available to high school seniors (graduating in the 2012-2013 school year) and college undergraduates. Winners will be selected at random.

Click here: https://www.usbank.com/community/financial-education/scholarship.html

Transportation Clubs International Scholarships

College Scholarships for Transportation Industry Students in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Transportation Clubs International awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors and college undergraduate students accepted to or currently enrolled at accredited institutions of higher learning in degree programs in the fields of transportation logistics, supply-chain management, traffic management,transportation safety and/or related transportation industry operations and services.

In addition to the acceptance, enrollment and field of study requirements described directly above, the basis for awarding TCI scholarships includes a calculated assessment of each applicant's academic record, character, potential, and professional interest as revealed through the applicant's application and specified supporting documents

Deadline: May 31, 2013

More info: http://www.transportationclubsinternational.com/scholarships.html

MyBookBuyer.com Textbooks for a Year Scholarship - $250-$1250

This scholarship is for college and university students who are 18 years of age or older. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be legal residents of the United States. To apply for this scholarship, applicants must submit an essay between 750-1,250 words addressing the following prompt: "Name one published author whom you greatly admire and write about some of the reasons why? Use a book to support your position."

Deadline: May 31, 2013. Award: $250-$1250

More info: http://www.mybookbuyer.com/textbooks-for-a-year-scholarship.htm

Shawn Carter Foundation Scholarship - $1500-$2500

This scholarship is for high school seniors and college students who are US citizens and 25 years of age or younger. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must have a minimum 2.0 GPA and fall under one of the following categories: high school senior; student who has received their GED diploma; undergraduate college student pursuing his/her first undergraduate degree; or vocational student. Scholarships can be used to cover tuition expenses and related supplemental educational expenses such as books, lab fees, travel and select costs of living. All Shawn Carter Scholars are required to “give back” by conducting community service and by serving as mentors to younger, aspiring Shawn Carter Scholars.

Deadline: May 31, 2013. Award: $1,500 - $2,500

Click here for more info: http://www.shawncartersf.com/programs/scholarship/

Tylenol Future Care Scholarships - $5000-$10000

Tylenol/McNeill is awarding a total of $250,000 in scholarships to forty future healthcare professionals. If you or someone you know has committed to a career of caring, the makers of TYLENOL® would like to say thank you and lend you a helping hand.

Application Period: April 15 - June 15 | Awards Announced: August 31, 2013
10 applicants will receive $10,000 | 30 applicants will receive $5,000

Click here: http://www.tylenol.com/news/subptyschol

The Tostitos Cesar Chavez Latino Scholarship Fund

The Tostitos Cesar Chavez Latino Scholarship Fund is awarding scholarships to students of Latino descent who are beginning or continuing their studies at an Arizona higher education institution. The fund provides financial assistance to qualified Latino/a Arizona students in an effort to promote academic success. Tostitos Cesar Chavez Latino Scholarship Fund recipients will be honored at the annual Si Se Puede Gala presented by the Cesar Chavez Foundation. Award recipients will be required to complete 30 hours of service to the
PepsiCo/Frito Lay Adelante Employee Group within 12 months of award.

Deadline: May 31, 2013

For more info: http://www.cesarechavezfoundation.org/_cms.php?mode=view&b_code=003002000000000&b_no=2821&page=&field=&key=&n=

Application: http://www.cesarechavezfoundation.org/uploads/2013_Tostitos_CEC_Scholarship_Application.pdf

Arizona Community Foundation Scholarships

The Community Foundation awards millions of dollars each year to some 2,500 nonprofit organizations, educational institutions and government agencies in Arizona and across the country. Since inception, they have invested more than $387 million in our communities through grant and scholarship funding. Our grant funding achieves meaningful, measurable results and leverages significant investments from other foundations, donors and government sources.

Click here for their scholarship page: https://azfoundation.academicworks.com/opportunities

Various scholarship awards from $700-$10,000. Deadline: May 31, 2013

1800wheelchair.com 2013 Scholarship - $500

1800wheelchair scholarship now awards two $500 scholarships each year. Past topics have explored mobility issues on campus and much more. To enter the scholarship students must follow these guidelines:

Write a poem, in a style of your choosing, on the theme of overcoming a personal challenge. Please include a personal statement about yourself and how the poem reflects on your personal experience. The poem and essay (combined) should run at 750 to 1,000 words, free feel to write a little more or less.

Participants must meet the following criteria:

• Enrolled at an accredited high school, college or university in the U.S.
• Enrolled at the undergraduate level or your final year of high school
• Age sixteen (16) years or older
• Attending a U.S. based institution
• Carry a status of “Good Standing” - i.e. currently enrolled
• Maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 3.0 (or equivalent)
• Post marked by May 30th, 2013

Please note:

• There is no formal printed application from 1800wheelchair, all the information is on their web page
• There is no requirement in terms of physical disability or ability. All applications are welcome
• We do not accept fax or email applications
• Please send your application via regular mail, no express mail will be accepted
• Send your written response and contact information
• Do not send any CD ROMs, letters of recommendations, tax returns, bank balances, resumes or CVs

Click here for more info: http://www.1800wheelchair.com/scholarship/

PRSA Diversity Multicultural Scholarship - $1,500

Deadline: May 24, 2013

Award: Two awards, each $1,500

This scholarship is made possible by the PRSA Foundation.

Eligibility

You must be registered as a full-time undergraduate student at an accredited four-year college or university. Membership in the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) is preferred, but is not a requirement. A major or minor in public relations is also preferred. A student who attends a school that does not offer a public relations degree or program must be enrolled in a communications degree program (e.g., journalism or mass communications).

You must be of African-American/Black, Hispanic/Latino, Asian, Native American, Alaskan Native or Pacific Islander ancestry.

You must have attained, by Fall 2013, at least junior status and have at most one full term remaining. You also must have earned and maintained a minimum 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 point scale in all courses.

More info: http://www.prssa.org/scholarships_competitions/individual/diversity/index.html

Scholarship Awardees in Pima County!

CenturyLink Science and Technology Scholarship

Sarah Hefferan - Ironwood Ridge HS

Tucson Medical Center Behavioral and Health Services Scholarship

Lindsie Jeffries - Marana HS

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Behavioral and Health Services Scholarship

Maria Lizarraga - Flowing Wells HS

The Cooperative Purchasing Network Teaching Scholarship

Brandi Martina - St. Augustine Catholic HS

Institute for Better Education Scholarship for Private Education Scholarship

Megan Murphy - Salpointe HS

Tucson Cultural Enrichment Foundation Scholarship

Zachary Taylor - Ironwood Ridge HS

Bank of America Science and Technology Scholarship

Leah Van Prooyen - Tanque Verde HS  

CONGRATULATIONS!