Catching the Dream Scholarship

Applicant must be 1/4 or more degree American Indian and be an enrolled member of a U.S. tribe. Applicant must be attending or planning on attending a college or university within the U.S. on a full-time basis that is fully accredited.

Award: Varied

Deadline: September 15, 2017

More info: http://catchingthedream.org/category/scholarship-requirements/

Scholarship is open to African-American, Hispanic/Latino, and American Indian students who are graduating high school seniors or college freshmen, sophomores or juniors intending to or already majoring in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering or a chemically related science.

Award: up to $5000

Deadline: March 1, 2017

More info: https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding-and-awards/scholarships/acsscholars.html

ACS Scholars Program

Catching the Dream Scholarship

Applicant must be 1/4 or more degree American Indian and be an enrolled member of a U.S. tribe. Applicant must be attending or planning on attending a college or university within the U.S. on a full-time basis that is fully accredited.

Award: Varied

Deadline: March 15, 2016

More info: http://catchingthedream.org/

Marcia Silverman Minority Student Award

Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) 

This scholarship is for students who are African American/Latino, Asian, American Indian, Alaskan Native, or Pacific Islander. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be enrolled in a journalism program, public relations studies, or courses preparing for a career in public relations; be entering their senior year in college in the upcoming fall; and have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Award: $5000

Deadline: June 12, 2015

More info: http://prssa.prsa.org/scholarships_competitions/individual/silverman/

AIGC Fellowship

American Indian Graduate Center (AIGC) 

This fellowship is for enrolled members of a federally recognized American Indian or Alaska Native group, and/or students who can provide documentation of descent (possess one-fourth degree verifiable federally recognized Indian blood) as verified through submission of a Tribal Eligibility Certificate (TEC). To qualify, applicants must be pursuing a post-baccalaureate graduate or professional degree as full-time students at an accredited institution in the United States and be able to demonstrate financial need.

Award: $1000-$5000

Deadline: June 1, 2015

More info: http://www.aigcs.org/scholarships/graduate-fellowships/

Actuarial Diversity Scholarship

Actuarial Foundation 

This scholarship is for students who are pursuing a career in the actuarial profession. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must have at least one birth parent who is a member of one of the following minority groups: African American, Hispanic, American Indian or Pacific Islander. Applicants may be high school seniors or current undergraduate students, be enrolled full-time, and have a 3.0 GPA with emphasis on math or actuarial courses. Entering college freshmen must have a minimum ACT math score of 28 or SAT math score of 600.

Award: $1000-$4000

Deadline: May 1, 2015

More info: http://www.actuarialfoundation.org/programs/actuarial/act-diversity.shtml

Maureen L. and Howard Blitman, P.E., Scholarship

National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE)

This scholarship is for high school seniors who are members of an underrepresented ethnic minority in the field of engineering: African American, American Indian, or Hispanic. To qualify, applicants must be accepted into an ABET-accredited engineering program at a four-year college/university and be US citizens. Scholarships will be awarded based on GPA, internship/co-op experience and community involvement, faculty recommendations, honors/scholarships/awards, and answers to the questions on the application.

Award: $5000

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: http://tinyurl.com/myf8b85

ACS Scholars Program

American Chemical Society (ACS)

This scholarship award is for African American, American Indian, and Hispanic students who are planning to pursue full-time study in a chemically-related field. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be graduating high school seniors, college freshmen, college sophomores, or college juniors; have a 3.0 GPA; demonstrate financial need; and planning a career in the chemical sciences.

Award: $2500-$5000

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: http://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding-and-awards/scholarships/acsscholars.html

Gates Millennium Scholars Program

Gates Millennium Scholars

This scholarship is for students who will enroll for the first time at a US accredited college or university in the fall of 2015 as full-time, degree-seeking, first-year students. To qualify, applicants must be African American, American Indian, Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, or Hispanic American; have a 3.3 GPA; and be US citizens. Applicants must have demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities, and meet the Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria. The scholarship amount is determined based on financial need, tuition, fees, books, and living expenses for the academic year, as well as the availability of grants and other scholarships reported on the financial aid award letter. See website for further details.

Award: $10,000

Deadline: Jan. 14, 2015

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

ACS Scholars Program

American Chemical Society (ACS)

This scholarship award is for African American, American Indian, and Hispanic students who are planning to pursue full-time study in a chemically-related field. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be graduating high school seniors, college freshmen, college sophomores, or college juniors; have a 3.0 GPA; demonstrate financial need; and planning a career in the chemical sciences.

Award: $2500-$5000

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: http://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding-and-awards/scholarships/acsscholars.html

Hopi Tribe Grants and Scholarship Program (HTGSP)

Hopi Education Endowment Fund

This is a college scholarship for American Indians who are enrolled members of the Hopi Tribe. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be high school graduates/GED recipients and be admitted to a regionally accredited college or university. Applicants must have completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have applied for all federal, state, and institutional aid to be eligible for this scholarship. If applicants are entering freshman, they must have at least a 2.0 GPA to qualify for this scholarship; all other students must have at least a 2.5 GPA.

Award: Varies

Deadline: Nov. 1, 2014

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

AWG Minority Scholarship

Association for Women Geoscientists

This scholarship is for African American, Hispanic, and American Indian women. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be full-time students pursuing an undergraduate degree in the geosciences (geology, geophysics, geochemistry, hydrology, meteorology, physical oceanography, planetary geology, or earth science education) at an accredited college or university. High school students who will enter one of these fields during their freshman year may also apply. Applicants must be contributors to the larger world community through their academic and personal strengths. Scholarship awards include AWG membership.

Award: $6000

Deadline: June 30, 2014

More info: http://www.awg.org/eas/minority.htm

American Indian Graduate Center Fellowship

This fellowship is for enrolled members of a federally recognized American Indian or Alaska Native group, and/or students who can provide documentation of descent (possess one-fourth degree verifiable federally recognized Indian blood) as verified through submission of a Tribal Eligibility Certificate (TEC). To qualify, applicants must be pursuing a post-baccalaureate graduate or professional degree as full-time students at an accredited institution in the United States and be able to demonstrate financial need.

Award: $1000-$5000

Deadline: June 1, 2014

More info: http://www.aigcs.org/scholarships/graduate-fellowships/

American Chemical Society (ACS) Scholars Award

This scholarship award is for African American, American Indian, and Hispanic students who are planning to pursue full-time study in a chemically-related field. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be graduating high school seniors, college freshmen, college sophomores, or college juniors; have a 3.0 GPA; demonstrate financial need; and planning a career in the chemical sciences.

Award: $2,500 - $5,000

Deadline: March 1, 2014

More info: http://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding-and-awards/scholarships/acsscholars.html

Generation Google Scholarship

This scholarship is for graduating high school seniors who are pursuing a bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or a related field. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must belong to an underrepresented group in computer science, defined as follows: 1) African American, Hispanic, or American Indian; 2) women; or 3) individuals with a disability. Applicants must also meet the following criteria: strong record of academic achievement, demonstrated financial need, leadership qualities, and a demonstrated commitment to and passion for computer science and technology through involvement in their community.

Deadline: December 2, 2013

Award: $10,000

More info:  http://www.google.com/edu/students/the-generation-google-scholarship/

Gates Millennium Scholars Program

Eligibility: 

African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American; 3.3 GPA, demonstrated leadership, qualify for and receive a Pell Grant (determined by submission of FAFSA in January 2014)

Requirements:

Nominating form from professional educator based on outstanding academic qualifications; likely to succeed in math, science, education, engineering or library science; strong leadership potential and demonstrated commitment to community service. Recommender form from adult familiar with non-academic, community and work leadership activities.

Amount: Covers all un-met financial need to attend college (1,000 awards)

Due Date: 1/15/14

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

 

A.T Anderson Memorial Scholarship - $1000-$2000

The A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship Program is funded through a variety of sources, including memorials, private donations, American Indian Science and Engineering Society fundraisers, corporations and government entities. These scholarships are awarded to American Indian/Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian AISES members pursuing degrees in the sciences, engineering, medicine, natural resources, math and technology. Scholarship is non-renewable

The applicant must provide a personal essay with no more than 1000 words. This essay is evaluated by stating educational and/or career goals, stating interest in and motivation to continue higher education, understanding the importance of college and a commitment to completion, expressing commitment to learning, and giving back to the community.

Deadline: June 14, 2013. Award:  $1,000 for undergraduates; $2,000 for graduates

More info:  http://www.aises.org/what/programs/scholarships/ata

Marcia Silverman Minority Student Award - $5000

This scholarship is for students who are African American/Latino, Asian, American Indian, Alaskan Native, or Pacific Islander. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be enrolled in a journalism program, public relations studies, or courses preparing for a career in public relations; be entering their senior year in college in the upcoming fall; and have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

The scholarship check will be payable to the winner’s university for use on his or her behalf, and can only be used to directly fund the winner’s educational pursuits.

Deadline: June 14, 2013. Award: $5000

More info: http://www.prssa.org/scholarships_competitions/individual/silverman/

Hyatt Hotels Fund for Minority Lodging Management Students - $2000

This scholarship is for minority students who are pursuing a bachelor's degree in hospitality management. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be African-American, Hispanic, American Indian, Alaskan Native, Asian, or Pacific Islander. Applicants must be at least juniors in a four-year program for the 2013 fall semester; be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours for the upcoming fall and spring semesters, or just the fall semester if graduating in December; and must be US citizens or permanent residents. Deadline: May 1, 2013. Award: $2000

More info: http://www.collegegreenlight.com/page/scholarships/details.jsp?scholarshipID=4009